What:

Media Open House, Charleston Processing and Distribution Center (P&DC)

When:

Tuesday, November 30, 2021
2:00 p.m.
RSVP – Susan Wright, susan.w.wright@usps.gov or © 502-416-2119

Where:

Charleston P&DC
1000 Centre Way
South Charleston, WV 25309

Who:

Manager, In-plant Support, Wendy Hall
Strategic Communications Specialist Susan Wright

Why:

The United States Postal Service will host a behind-the-scenes tour of holiday operations at the Charleston P&DC.

The Postal Service is preparing for the holidays and is ready to meet the growing customer demand for package delivery. Last year’s holiday season was like no other for both USPS and its customers. Package delivery grew nearly 48 percent, driven by the surge in online shopping and ecommerce due to the COVID pandemic. Despite the challenges of the pandemic, the Postal Service delivered a record 1.1 billion packages.

This is a unique opportunity to see how packages are processed. The tour will be led by postal officials. Holiday handout information will include tips about the best ways to ship cards, letters, and packages during the holidays.

As part of the Postmaster General’s 10-year plan to achieve financial sustainability and service excellence called Delivering For America, the Postal Service is investing $40 billion in people, technology and equipment to modernize its operations and provide a world class service to customers.

Media may park in the front lot. USPS representatives will meet you at the front doors by the flagpole.

Please be aware proper footwear is required. Shoes should be fully enclosed at the heel, toe, and sides and be made of leather or substantial synthetic material.

The Postal Service does not receive tax dollars for operating expenses; it relies entirely on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations. 

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