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Burr Ridge board backs national push for a unique ZIP code; village staff join multi‑community coalition
Summary
Trustees unanimously approved a resolution May 12 supporting efforts to secure a unique ZIP code for Burr Ridge; village staff described a National Zip Code Advocacy Coalition of about 80 communities seeking a congressional fix because USPS appeals are restricted until 2027.
The Burr Ridge Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution May 12 affirming the village’s desire for a unique ZIP code and endorsing ongoing national advocacy.
Evan, a village staff member leading the effort, told the board the village previously appealed to the U.S. Postal Service in 2015–17 and was denied; the USPS appeal process bars a second appeal for 10 years, effectively until 2027. "We established the National Zip Code Advocacy Coalition" and have grown to about 80 communities, Evan said, adding the coalition has targeted a congressional remedy and needs roughly 100 communities to move legislation forward. Evan said the effort secured House approval last year and has committee traction in the current Congress.
Evan explained one administrative constraint: a community cannot receive a separate ZIP code if it has fewer than the cited threshold of mailing addresses — he referenced "25,000" mailing addresses — and noted Burr Ridge has a population of just over 11,000, which affects eligibility under standard USPS criteria. He said the coalition is pursuing a legislative route to address that and related barriers.
Mayor Graasso framed the effort as a long‑standing village goal and said the board wanted the matter on the new-term agenda. Evan said the village will pursue a lobbying contract, coordinate trips to Washington, D.C., and continue coalition outreach; he identified (transcript) Colorado Congressperson "Lauren Boowbert" as a lead sponsor working with the coalition.
The board moved, seconded and approved the resolution by roll call (6–0). The resolution affirms Burr Ridge's interest in a separate ZIP code and authorizes staff to continue coalition work and pursuit of legislative avenues.
Next steps: staff will seek a lobbying contract, schedule advocacy meetings in Washington and provide updates at future board meetings, including the June 9 meeting when additional village business will be addressed.
