Subject: Re: Security Camera at the Mail Boxes
From: Jon Jones (jon_e_jones@yahoo.com)
Date: Tue May 11 2004 - 12:56:46 CDT
It seems a simpe solution to the problem would be to install a USPS - or -Private Shipper parcel locker in the mailroom. This is a locker system used in several large condo / apartment buildings that do not have mailrooms/doormen. The lockers come in different sizes and probably could be recessed installed in the wall above the mailboxes.
The parcel delivery carrier (USPS or private shipper) places the parcel in a locker, then uses a locker control key to remove the locker key and place it in the receipents locked mailbox. The receiptent opens the locker and removes the delivered parcel with the key and the key remains locked in place to be removed by an approved carrier.
Examples of this type of system can be found at these sites or by searching for "parcel locker"
http://raytechdirect.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=RTD&Category_Code=MB-COM-PL.
http://www.abcmailbox.com/parcel2.htm
http://www.mailboxsolutions.com/opl2.html
http://www.bommer.com/PostalSpecialties/Model562.pdf
http://www.hssindustries.com/default.php?cPath=26&PHPSESSID=22d2ff03c839c778d1f3e51b92b30216
Different lockers can be found for the needs of the Vanguard residents at a cost less then your loss to date.
A decent property management company would have suggested this after receiving a few complaints of stolen packages. Also, a decent property management company would know that the request to have the broken lock on the mailbox unit would be expediated if a stolen mail report is filed with the US Postal Inspector - but I'm sure calling again will help too.
http://www.usps.com/postalinspectors/tipthief.htm
POSTAL INSPECTION SERVICE
433 W HARRISON ST FL 6
CHICAGO IL 60607-0002
Phone : 312-983-7900
Fax : 312-983-6300
Just some hints from your former neighbor.
Michele Tittle <micheletittle@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
Is there ANYTHING we can do to install a security camera at the maiboxes. I have had my 6th packaged stolen since I moved into Vanguard since January. I have called the post office, I have instructed that no packages be left for me and that I am called to come down to get them (I have a home office) and/or they leave a slip if I am not at home. Despite my best efforts- I am only called on about 1 out of 5 packages and about one out of every 4 of those is being stolen. I have posted signs as well and I understand from talking with neighbors I am not the only one who has had packages stolen.
I am out almost $650.00 now because the packages are being confirmed as delivered so I have no recourse with the shippers. My only other option is to get a post office box but that is just an additional expense and huge inconvenience. I know this issue has been brought up before but I don't recall the outcome and why we can't do this. Can this be brought up at the next home owners meetings or can someone explain why this is not an option?
Thank you.
Michele Tittle
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