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JERRY SONNENBERG ;Q jK #I� ' 9\ Agriculture,Livestock,&
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COLORADO
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
STATE CAPITOL
May 11, 2011 DENVER
80203
Postal Regulatory Commission
Attn: Secretary of the Commission
901 New York Avenue NW
Suite 200, West Tower
Washington, D.C. 20268
RE: United States Post Office in New Raymer, Colorado
To Whom it May Concern:
It has come to my attention that there is a preliminary discontinuation study being conducted for the U.S.
Post Office located in the town of New Raymer in the Northeastern region of Colorado. I am writing to
express my concern with the adverse ramifications of this possibility and have a vested interest in these
actions as this location falls into my House District. I have been contacted by many constituents who live
in this area that will be greatly affected by the possible negative outcome of this study.
I respectfully request that several factors that are pertinent to this case receive careful deliberation during
these proceedings. It is of upmost importance when considering this closure that the Commission is
aware of the recent discovery of the Niobrara oil and gas formation in Northern Weld County. This
finding is predicted to have a significant economic impact on the future of this district as drilling
companies move into the area and housing needs increase. It has also been brought to my attention that
according to the Commission,the closure of rural post offices would save the Postal Regulatory
Commission 0.7% of its total operating budget. While I acknowledge the difficult economic state most
agencies are experiencing this savings is not enough of a significant impact to the agency to legitimize
abandoning the bond that it provides for the members of the community.
I appreciate your time in reviewing this letter and appreciate the work that is being done to keep the U.S.
Postal Service a viable operating entity. I support the continued operation of the New Raymer U.S. Post
office as I have a deep concern for my constituents and the continuing economic success of the
community we share.
Sincerely,
Jerry. nberg
State Representative
House District 65
Cc: Weld County Board of Commissioners
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