Postal Service looks for ways to save money - Fallbrook employees may see reduced benefits, hours if change is implemented

The United States Postal Service (USPS) has asked Congress to consider changing the Service’s work week from six days to five as a way to save money for an industry that is rapidly losing money. However, it may be several months before a plan for change can even be considered.

“We can’t make changes or decisions about the workweek without the approval of Congress, said Eva Jackson, a representative from the San Diego branch of USPS. “Any changes that have already been made have been made for efficiency and streamlining.”

According to Jackson, the mail volume throughout the country has dropped...