Do You Have an On-Street Mailbox?
November 11, 2009 | 04:28 PM Posted by the
Department
of Public Works
Please take the time to review the condition of your
on street mailbox before the snow flies.
On street mailboxes must conform to United States Postal Service guidelines. The proper height from the road surface, the proper set back from the road or curb edge and the use of correct materials for installation are necessary for a durable, long lasting structure.
The Village can only review mailbox damage complaints to properly maintained and positioned structures that have been physically struck by a Village vehicle since the structure must be robust enough to withstand the force of plowed snow. Plow drivers will get as close as possible to mailboxes but you can expect that extra snow removal efforts by the owner may be necessary especially after heavy snow events.
On street mailboxes must conform to United States Postal Service guidelines. The proper height from the road surface, the proper set back from the road or curb edge and the use of correct materials for installation are necessary for a durable, long lasting structure.
The Village can only review mailbox damage complaints to properly maintained and positioned structures that have been physically struck by a Village vehicle since the structure must be robust enough to withstand the force of plowed snow. Plow drivers will get as close as possible to mailboxes but you can expect that extra snow removal efforts by the owner may be necessary especially after heavy snow events.
