So, I see in the news that the Post Office is losing money big-time. Regular readers know I have no lack of ideas. So here goes ... As I was driving to work today, it struck me that the Post Office (USPS) should run more like a business. Let me explain. There are currently two main ways to get your mail: 1) home delivery, and 2) post office box. I would think that home delivery costs more, since you need a vehicle to drive all around town. It's also more convenient. In most business plans, if something is more expensive to do, or easier for the consumer you charge more. The USPS does just the opposite. They deliver to your home for free, but charge you to go and pick it up. Here's my idea: flip the pricing scheme. Charge a "Home Delivery Surcharge" and provide a post office box free to anyone who wants it. This way, since it costs them more, they charge more. Yes, I realize this might mean expanding the post office building, but you can get rid of some mail trucks. They could also provide a senior citizen waiver of the surcharge if requested.
Oh, and btw, it's fine with me if they want to drop Saturday delivery.
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