The Greater Portland Postal Customer Council is pleased to present the following upcoming events:

February 2026 Monthly Meeting

PCC Events provide a valuable opportunity for business mailers to gain a better understanding of Postal Service policies, programs, and procedures that have been specifically designed to improve their mailing and shipping needs.

During this GPPCC February 2026 Monthly Forum, the enrichment topics featured are:

Postal Enrichment: Jeffrey Hillard, National Outreach Specialist with the USPS will be joining us to tell us all about the upcoming National Postal Forum.

Industry Enrichment: Zachary Bowden, Director, Postal Logistics & Data Processing with Direct Marketing Solutions, will be presenting an update on the USPS’ recent filing with the PRC to make major changes on their authority to implement postage rate increases, as well as a couple of other postal updates.

Location:

Portland Processing & Distribution Center
7007 Cornfoot Rd
Portland, OR 97218

OR Join us via Zoom if you are unable to come in-person: 
https://usps.zoomgov.com/j/1610593591?pwd=Smjt8dpxx5gDPMNaCrfAsMzm39ZIce.1

The Greater Portland PCC meets on the second Thursday of every month from 9:00a.m. to 10:00a.m.

Registration is not necessary.

Join us for an hour of education, engagement, and networking. Feel free to come with just yourself (or bring a partner!) - hot coffee and other refreshments on us. See you there!

Event Date 02-12-2026 9:00 am
Event End Date 02-12-2026 10:00 am
Capacity Unlimited
Individual Price Free
March 2026 Monthly Meeting

PCC Events provide a valuable opportunity for business mailers to gain a better understanding of Postal Service policies, programs, and procedures that have been specifically designed to improve their mailing and shipping needs.

During this GPPCC March 2026 Monthly Forum, the enrichment topics featured are:

Postal Enrichment: 

Industry Enrichment: 

Location:

Portland Processing & Distribution Center
7007 Cornfoot Rd
Portland, OR 97218

OR Join us via Zoom if you are unable to come in-person: 
https://usps.zoomgov.com/j/1610593591?pwd=Smjt8dpxx5gDPMNaCrfAsMzm39ZIce.1

The Greater Portland PCC meets on the second Thursday of every month from 9:00a.m. to 10:00a.m.

Registration is not necessary.

Join us for an hour of education, engagement, and networking. Feel free to come with just yourself (or bring a partner!) - hot coffee and other refreshments on us. See you there!

Event Date 03-12-2026 9:00 am
Event End Date 03-12-2026 10:00 am
Capacity Unlimited
Individual Price Free
April 2026 Monthly Meeting

PCC Events provide a valuable opportunity for business mailers to gain a better understanding of Postal Service policies, programs, and procedures that have been specifically designed to improve their mailing and shipping needs.

During this GPPCC April 2026 Monthly Forum, the enrichment topics featured are:

Postal Enrichment: 

Industry Enrichment: 

Location:

Portland Processing & Distribution Center
7007 Cornfoot Rd
Portland, OR 97218

OR Join us via Zoom if you are unable to come in-person: 
https://usps.zoomgov.com/j/1610593591?pwd=Smjt8dpxx5gDPMNaCrfAsMzm39ZIce.1

The Greater Portland PCC meets on the second Thursday of every month from 9:00a.m. to 10:00a.m.

Registration is not necessary.

Join us for an hour of education, engagement, and networking. Feel free to come with just yourself (or bring a partner!) - hot coffee and other refreshments on us. See you there!

Event Date 04-09-2026 9:00 am
Event End Date 04-09-2026 10:00 am
Capacity Unlimited
Individual Price Free
National Postal Forum 2026

Join NPF 2026: Forging Bold Horizons this year in Phoenix, AZ, from May 03-06, at the Phoenix Convention Center. NPF's 2026 theme reflects the ambition, agility, and forward-thinking mindset that define the professionals leading the mailing and shipping supply chain into new territory. Each year, NPF brings together USPS leadership and industry experts to explore what’s new, what’s next, and what’s possible through top-tier education, collaborative experiences, and real-world solutions.

In partnership with the United States Postal Service, NPF provides a dynamic forum where education, networking, and growth converge. With direct access to USPS executive leadership, attendees will gain exclusive insights that can define the future of their delivery supply chain. More than 120 educational workshops and sessions await, each designed to advance your knowledge and refine your mailing and shipping strategies under the banner of Leading Forward.

Registration is now open. Take advantage of online savings through 01/09/26. For NPF updates, opt-in to receive NPF emails!

National Postal Forum

Event Date 05-03-2026 1:30 pm
Event End Date 05-06-2026 10:00 pm
Cut Off Date 05-01-2026 11:55 pm
Capacity Unlimited
Individual Price $1,000.00
May 2026 Monthly Meeting

PCC Events provide a valuable opportunity for business mailers to gain a better understanding of Postal Service policies, programs, and procedures that have been specifically designed to improve their mailing and shipping needs.

During this GPPCC May 2026 Monthly Forum, the enrichment topics featured are:

Postal Enrichment: 

Industry Enrichment: 

Location:

Portland Processing & Distribution Center
7007 Cornfoot Rd
Portland, OR 97218

OR Join us via Zoom if you are unable to come in-person: 
https://usps.zoomgov.com/j/1610593591?pwd=Smjt8dpxx5gDPMNaCrfAsMzm39ZIce.1

The Greater Portland PCC meets on the second Thursday of every month from 9:00a.m. to 10:00a.m.

Registration is not necessary.

Join us for an hour of education, engagement, and networking. Feel free to come with just yourself (or bring a partner!) - hot coffee and other refreshments on us. See you there!

Event Date 05-14-2026 9:00 am
Event End Date 05-14-2026 10:00 am
Capacity Unlimited
Individual Price Free
June 2026 Monthly Meeting

PCC Events provide a valuable opportunity for business mailers to gain a better understanding of Postal Service policies, programs, and procedures that have been specifically designed to improve their mailing and shipping needs.

During this GPPCC June 2026 Monthly Forum, the enrichment topics featured are:

Postal Enrichment: 

Industry Enrichment: 

Location:

Portland Processing & Distribution Center
7007 Cornfoot Rd
Portland, OR 97218

OR Join us via Zoom if you are unable to come in-person: 
https://usps.zoomgov.com/j/1610593591?pwd=Smjt8dpxx5gDPMNaCrfAsMzm39ZIce.1

The Greater Portland PCC meets on the second Thursday of every month from 9:00a.m. to 10:00a.m.

Registration is not necessary.

Join us for an hour of education, engagement, and networking. Feel free to come with just yourself (or bring a partner!) - hot coffee and other refreshments on us. See you there!

Event Date 06-11-2026 9:00 am
Event End Date 06-11-2026 10:00 am
Capacity Unlimited
Individual Price Free
July 2026 Monthly Meeting

PCC Events provide a valuable opportunity for business mailers to gain a better understanding of Postal Service policies, programs, and procedures that have been specifically designed to improve their mailing and shipping needs.

During this GPPCC July 2026 Monthly Forum, the enrichment topics featured are:

Postal Enrichment: 

Industry Enrichment: 

Location:

Portland Processing & Distribution Center
7007 Cornfoot Rd
Portland, OR 97218

OR Join us via Zoom if you are unable to come in-person: 
https://usps.zoomgov.com/j/1610593591?pwd=Smjt8dpxx5gDPMNaCrfAsMzm39ZIce.1

The Greater Portland PCC meets on the second Thursday of every month from 9:00a.m. to 10:00a.m.

Registration is not necessary.

Join us for an hour of education, engagement, and networking. Feel free to come with just yourself (or bring a partner!) - hot coffee and other refreshments on us. See you there!

Event Date 07-09-2026 9:00 am
Event End Date 07-09-2026 10:00 am
Capacity Unlimited
Individual Price Free
August 2026 Monthly Meeting

PCC Events provide a valuable opportunity for business mailers to gain a better understanding of Postal Service policies, programs, and procedures that have been specifically designed to improve their mailing and shipping needs.

During this GPPCC August 2026 Monthly Forum, the enrichment topics featured are:

Postal Enrichment: 

Industry Enrichment: 

Location:

Portland Processing & Distribution Center
7007 Cornfoot Rd
Portland, OR 97218

OR Join us via Zoom if you are unable to come in-person: 
https://usps.zoomgov.com/j/1610593591?pwd=Smjt8dpxx5gDPMNaCrfAsMzm39ZIce.1

The Greater Portland PCC meets on the second Thursday of every month from 9:00a.m. to 10:00a.m.

Registration is not necessary.

Join us for an hour of education, engagement, and networking. Feel free to come with just yourself (or bring a partner!) - hot coffee and other refreshments on us. See you there!

Event Date 08-13-2026 9:00 am
Event End Date 08-13-2026 10:00 am
Capacity Unlimited
Individual Price Free
September 2026 Monthly Meeting

PCC Events provide a valuable opportunity for business mailers to gain a better understanding of Postal Service policies, programs, and procedures that have been specifically designed to improve their mailing and shipping needs.

During this GPPCC September 2026 Monthly Forum, the enrichment topics featured are:

Postal Enrichment: 

Industry Enrichment: 

Location:

Portland Processing & Distribution Center
7007 Cornfoot Rd
Portland, OR 97218

OR Join us via Zoom if you are unable to come in-person: 
https://usps.zoomgov.com/j/1610593591?pwd=Smjt8dpxx5gDPMNaCrfAsMzm39ZIce.1

The Greater Portland PCC meets on the second Thursday of every month from 9:00a.m. to 10:00a.m.

Registration is not necessary.

Join us for an hour of education, engagement, and networking. Feel free to come with just yourself (or bring a partner!) - hot coffee and other refreshments on us. See you there!

Event Date 09-10-2026 9:00 am
Event End Date 09-10-2026 10:00 am
Capacity Unlimited
Individual Price Free
October 2026 Monthly Meeting

PCC Events provide a valuable opportunity for business mailers to gain a better understanding of Postal Service policies, programs, and procedures that have been specifically designed to improve their mailing and shipping needs.

During this GPPCC October 2026 Monthly Forum, the enrichment topics featured are:

Postal Enrichment: 

Industry Enrichment: 

Location:

Portland Processing & Distribution Center
7007 Cornfoot Rd
Portland, OR 97218

OR Join us via Zoom if you are unable to come in-person: 
https://usps.zoomgov.com/j/1610593591?pwd=Smjt8dpxx5gDPMNaCrfAsMzm39ZIce.1

The Greater Portland PCC meets on the second Thursday of every month from 9:00a.m. to 10:00a.m.

Registration is not necessary.

Join us for an hour of education, engagement, and networking. Feel free to come with just yourself (or bring a partner!) - hot coffee and other refreshments on us. See you there!

Event Date 10-08-2026 9:00 am
Event End Date 10-08-2026 10:00 am
Capacity Unlimited
Individual Price Free

USPS National and Oregon News

02/03/2026 09:36
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service will observe Presidents Day on Monday, Feb. 16. All Post Office locations will be closed. Regular mail delivery and retail services will resume on Tuesday, Feb. 17.
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02/03/2026 09:00
HOUSTON — Today, the U.S. Postal Service unveiled the Lunar New Year: Year of the Horse stamp at the Chinese Community Center in Houston. The Year of the Horse begins Feb. 17, 2026, and ends Feb. 5, 2027.
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02/03/2026 05:53
Hood River / The Dalles, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families across their communities that include The Dalles, Hood River, Fairview, Corbett, and Troutdale.
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01/29/2026 06:37
BOSTON — The U.S. Postal Service held a first-day-of-issue stamp dedication to commemorate the life of Phillis Wheatley at the historic Old South Meeting House.
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01/28/2026 13:59
Tualatin, OR — The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families within their local Tualatin community and surrounding areas.
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01/24/2026 06:11
WASHINGTON — Today, the United States Postal Service (USPS) released Colorado Statehood, a new stamp commemorating the state’s 150th anniversary with a photograph called “Foggy Jagged Mountain, Weminuche Wilderness” by nature photographer John Fielder. The first-day-of-issue event was held at the History Colorado Center in Denver in conjunction with the opening of the “Mountains Majesty: On the Summit with John Fielder” exhibition.
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01/23/2026 11:12
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service today announced the appointment of Susana Rodriguez de Tembleque, a technology executive and creative director, to the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee, or CSAC.
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01/22/2026 12:21
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service today launched its bidding website to accept proposals for entry to its valuable last-mile delivery network. More than 18,000 USPS destination delivery units (DDUs) and local processing centers (LPCs) nationwide are now accessible to a broader range of customers via the dedicated bid solicitation platform.
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01/22/2026 10:37
WASHINGTON — Through large investments in new technology and new logistics planning and execution, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) significantly improved its delivery performance during this past holiday season. Mail items and packages were delivered within 2.5 days on average (16 billion in volume), compared to 2.8 days during the same period last year (Nov. 15 – Jan. 9). On-time delivery scores were higher virtually across the board, with the best scores being in its last mile Destination Delivery Units (DDU). The DDU space is the subject of the USPS bid solicitation process beginning later this month.
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01/14/2026 14:16
Fort Rock, OR - On Wednesday October 1st, 2025, Hallie Nelson was officially sworn in as Fort Rock Postmaster in her seventh year as a postal employee.
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PostalPro News

02/04/2026 04:00
Registration is officially OPEN for the 2026 Southern Area AIM Meeting, and we couldn’t be more excited to share what’s in store! This year’s event features an outstanding lineup of dynamic Postal and Industry speakers who will bring fresh insights, valuable perspectives, and engaging discussions. And the best part?We’re heading to Orlando in 2026! Get ready for sunshine, networking, and an energizing AIM experience at one of the city’s premier venues. Event Schedule Networking Event📅 Thursday, February 26, 2026⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM AIM Meeting📅 Friday, February 27, 2026🍽️ Breakfast: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM🕘 Meeting: 9:00 AM –...
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02/04/2026 04:00
Shippers who wish to access the DDU network will have the ability to propose a combination of volume, pricing and tender times at each location, with deliveries for successful bidders being made by USPS that same day or the next day, at the customer’s preference. To view the slides, please click here. Please use passcode 2@^xbEHT to access the webinar.
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02/04/2026 04:00
Shippers who wish to access the DDU network will have the ability to propose a combination of volume, pricing and tender times at each location, with deliveries for successful bidders being made by USPS that same day or the next day, at the customer’s preference. To view the presentation recording, please click here.
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02/03/2026 04:00
These release notes summarize new features and enhancements implemented in deployments to the IV-MTR application.
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02/03/2026 04:00
The Excel spreadsheet lists ZIP Codes with the associated Area and District Codes.
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02/03/2026 04:00
This document provides a list of active IV-MTR work to be as well as items completed in FY25. *Please note, Postal Pro is the only source for a current IV-MTR Development log as updates will be made on an ongoing basis.
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02/02/2026 04:00
This spreadsheet contains the UAA statistics for January 2026.
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