Meng Working to Ensure Resumption of Mail Service in Ridgewood, Maspeth, Glendale and Middle Village
March 31, 2020
Mail delivery delayed due to coronavirus
QUEENS, NY – U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) announced today that she is working with the U.S. Postal Service to get mail delivery restarted in the Queens communities of Ridgewood, Maspeth, Glendale and Middle Village. For nearly a week, many residents of these communities have not received their mail. According to a report, an employee at the Ridgewood Post Office tested positive for the coronavirus and workers have been concerned about safety issues.
"Our postal workers are among the essential employees who are making huge sacrifices to help our neighborhoods get through this crisis," said Meng. "Every single precaution must be taken to protect their health and safety, and the safety of the public. My office has spoken with the Postal Service's area manager who works with the Ridgewood Post Office. They say they are aware of the need to deliver people's mail, and know how vital it is to ensure that postal workers feel that they are protected. Officials are working on a solution. As mail service resumes, they will prioritize the delivery of important pieces of mail that constituents need, and for which they have been patiently waiting. We will continue to work with the Postal Service until residents once again receive their mail and of course, constituents can always feel free to reach out to my office. I also want to thank Councilman Holden for raising this issue as well."
Meng's office is working remotely but continuing to serve constituents, and staff members are still easily accessible by phone or email at 718-358-MENG or NY06casework@mail.house.gov.