Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar announced that the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) approved a project to build a new post office in the City of Floresville.

“I am glad to see this project moving forward,” said Congressman Cuellar. “After many meetings and communication with the people of Floresville, a new Post Office will serve this city in the near future.”

Mayor Daniel Tejada said, “The City is thankful to Congressman Cuellar for his diligent efforts to secure a new Post Office in Floresville. The area is growing rapidly, and this is another way to accommodate the growing trends of our community.”

The new Floresville Main Post Office of 5,830 square feet will be constructed on land totaling 3.8 acres donated by the Floresville Economic Development Corporation. The Post Office is tentatively scheduled to be completed by October of 2008.

Congressman Cuellar continued, “I’m committed to ensuring the federal government works closely with local governments in order to improve cities and communities across America. This initiative by the USPS is a fine example of just that kind of collaboration.  As always, my door is always open to anyone who requires assistance from the federal government.”

The Congressman will be formally announcing the new post office on Saturday, March 24 at 8:00 P.M. in conjunction with the annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet.

Congressman Henry Cuellar is a member of the House Homeland Security, Small Business, and Agriculture Committees in the 110th Congress; accessibility to constituents, education, health care, economic development, and national security are his priorities. Congressman Cuellar is also a Majority Senior Whip.

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