Nonprofit Postal Rate Recommendations Ignored

Shape-Based Rates — Approved shape-based pricing that reflects differences in the costs of handling letters, large envelopes (flats), and packages. Mailers are encouraged to consider options available to reduce postage costs.

MAY 14 IMPLEMENTATION FOR MOST RATES

The Governors approved an implementation date of May 14, 2007, for most postal rates EXCEPT for Periodicals.