Officials and neighborhood leaders in Allston are opposing the USPS plan to permanently close the Allston post office, arguing the move would hurt 87,000 residents and break prior promises to reopen after the 2019 closure.

Final closure decisions will be reviewed by the Postal Regulatory Commission and will consider impacts on employees and possible mail-service alternatives.

USPS signaled in mid-2025 its goal to reestablish long-term retail operations in Allston, but current communications suggest a permanent closure remains on the table, with public comments open through October 11.

The report adds context by linking to statements from Markey and prior coverage about saving other post offices and addressing Massachusetts mail delays.

Residents and advocates, including Kin Chow, highlighted the hardship of longer trips for postal services and returns.

Union representative Scott Hoffman said the closure would burden workers and described the situation as despicable while noting effects on staff and operations.

George Huynh of VietAID stressed the community’s reliance on post offices for benefits, passports, address updates, and package delivery, urging a clear timeline for a permanent Fields Corner location and restoration of Allston.

Participants framed the issue as a coordinated push to privatize essential services and urged ongoing advocacy, including potential federal action or direct talks with USPS leadership.

USPS indicated it will consider public input, with a comment window through October 11.

District 3 Councillor John FitzGerald noted the Fields Corner post office faces imminent closure and emphasized the impact on routines, especially for the elderly.

Breadon contrasted Allston-Brighton’s single post office with Newton’s ten, underscoring access disparities for local residents.

Union representative Hoffman warned USPS often labels closures temporary and may leave service shuttered for years, potentially spreading to other neighborhoods.