Residents and businesspeople in Oakdale who were upset with the removal of the drive-through ‘drop box’ outside the Post Office on California Avenue were just as happy to see its recent return. Soon after removal, there was a huge outcry from the community, and local postal officials explained the removal was a trial run move designed to “streamline efficiencies and promote cost effectiveness.” But with businesspeople routinely using the drop box outside of regular operating hours and many elderly saying they used the drop box because it was more convenient than getting out of their cars, the box has returned. Mail pick up from the drop box is done at 3:20 p.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and at 3:20 p.m. on Saturday.

Leader Photo By Marg Jackson