Letter to Patrick Donahoe, Postmaster General of United States Postal Service, Cherry Grove Post Office

Letter

Dear Mr. Donahoe,

I write to urge the United States Postal Service (USPS) to keep the Cherry Grove Post Office of Fire Island, New York open. I am concerned that the potential closure of this independently operated facility, the only post office for residents of Cherry Grove, may adversely affect the surrounding community.

Located on Fire Island in Brookhaven's hamlet of Cherry Grove, this office provides postal services for thousands of locals during peak season between Memorial Day and Labor Day, and also serves as a community center for residents. The potential closing of this office would have a serious impact on the residents of Cherry Grove. The new source for similar services would be the post office of Sayville, which is 29 miles away and only accessible by a $16 ferry ride, followed by a taxi ride. The new need for additional transportation would create undue burdens for residents, considering many do not frequently travel back and forth to the mainland, or have the resources to do so. The closing of this critical office would undermine the quality of life for residents of, and visitors to this small Fire Island neighborhood.

While I do understand the need for the USPS to utilize operational efficiencies and seek ways to reduce costs, I ask that the USPS keep the Cherry Grove Post Office open. Thank you for your consideration.

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