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What: |
Local media is invited to join us for a special behind-the-scenes tour during our busiest delivery week of the year. |
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When: |
Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2016 at 3 P.M. – 4 P.M. |
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Where: |
Merrifield Processing and Distribution Center |
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Background: |
The USPS expects to deliver 750 million packages this holiday season, up 12 percent from last year and double the packages handled just four years previously. Average daily package volume is expected to be 24 million including Sunday delivery in December. |
The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses, and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.
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