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A really nice small-town post office! Friendly, helpful service, a good selection of new stamps, and a convenient location in downtown Kinderhook. Come here to mail a letter, then walk a block or less to grab coffee or a bite at one of the nearby shops!
KF
kelly fancher
Jul 8, 2021
1.0
In the past two weeks I have had 3 separate packages not delivered to my home.
30 June - Received a "sorry we missed you" note and no redelivery attempt was made. So I went to the post office (Kinderhook) on 2 July and spoke with Pam. She gave me the packages and I asked her the reason for non-delivery. She ran through series of questions with me; Do you have a loose animal? No. Do you have a covered location for inclement weather? Yes. Long Driveway? No. And the packages did not need to be signed for. At the end of the conversation, there was no valid reason I hadn’t received my delivery. I also asked her to please speak with the mail carrier, as I have seen him just toss my packages on the ground by my mailbox in the past and I live on a main road. She seemed annoyed with me and implied it was UPS, not the mail carrier. That is incorrect, I have seen him. She did say she would speak to him. She also asked me if I would just like to pick up all of my packages from the post office from now on. I told her No, I wanted the mail carrier to do his job and I wanted my packages delivered, like I pay to have them delivered.
3 July - I was home. I saw the mail carrier pull up, shove letter mail in my mailbox, and drive away. No attempt at all to deliver another package I was expecting. Once again, he left a "sorry we missed you" note. I immediately called the post office and spoke with Pam. She told me that the package wasn’t even on the truck. She had it at the post office. So the note that they missed me was obviously not correct. I told her that I would come get the package from her. Again, having to drive to the post office. She told me that they were closing, but I could come get it off the back dock. She would leave it there for me. I picked it up and she was leaving as I was pulling in. I asked again to please speak to the carrier about this.
7 July - Expecting another package, very small, a pool strainer basket. I received ANOTHER "sorry we missed you" note. I was at work, but got the notification through my Amazon account. Once again, I called the Post Office right away. Pam was on leave, but I spoke with Brian. Who said that package was also still at the post office. I explained the entire situation to him. He was very helpful, but said that I would need to speak with Pam again and she would give me a call. I have not received a phone call yet.
I reviewed the Postal Operations Manual and I am in compliance with every mode of delivery requirement for residential housing. I have asked at the post office why they aren’t being delivered (this is recent, I have received the packages in the past) and no one can seem to give me an answer, aside from answering my questions with questions.
HD
Heather Davala
Nov 14, 2018
1.0
If I could give this post office a 0 rating, I would! They have the most horrendous system I have ever seen! The mail man is too lazy to drive down our driveway and deliver our packages. Our driveway is within the length requirement that the post office has set and still they refuse to follow the rules. I try my absolute best to completely avoid ordering anything that would have to be shipped through the post office in Kinderhook. If you can avoid it, I would!
LL
Liam (Liam)
Dec 13, 2017
5.0
Great Service and staff. Only complaint is that it closes at 5:00 pm
JM
joe McMillan
Jan 23, 2017
1.0
Way to long for lunches the Valatie Post office is open @ 2pm after a lunch from 1-2 pm
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Can I get a passport application at this Post Office?
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What services are available at the United States Postal Service at 3 Hudson St?
You can send mail and ship packages, get money orders, rent Post Office boxes, apply for passports, purchase gift cards, and more at this location.
Can I apply for a passport at this USPS location?
Yes, this Post Office accepts first-time passport applications and can take passport photos by appointment.
Do I need an appointment for passport services at this location?
Most passport services require making an appointment through the online scheduler, although limited walk-in hours may be available.
What are the operating hours of the USPS located at 3 Hudson St?
The Post Office is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM and 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM, and on Saturday from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM. It is closed on Sundays.
How can I rent a PO Box at this location?
You can reserve and apply for a PO Box online or in person at this Post Office, bringing two valid forms of ID and a completed application if applying onsite.
Is 24/7 access available to the PO Boxes in this Post Office's lobby?
Most USPS locations offer 24/7 lobby access to PO Boxes, but exact hours can vary. Please check with this Post Office directly for specific access hours.
Is there a nearby coffee shop where I can relax after visiting the Post Office?
Yes, Morningbird and OK Pantry are nearby cafes where you can enjoy coffee or smoothies after your visit at the Post Office.
Where can I find nearby dining options after using the Post Office?
Several restaurants are close by including Maple Hill, The Flammerie (pizza), Black Forest Flammkuchen (German cuisine), The Aviary Kinderhook (Asian food), Saisonnier, DYAD tapas bar, and Isola Wine and Tapas.
Can I visit any local landmarks or community places near the USPS at 3 Hudson St?
Yes, you can visit the Martin Van Buren Sculpture and the Kinderhook Memorial Library nearby, which offer cultural and historical experiences in the community.
How can nearby financial services assist me while at the Post Office?
Community Bank, N.A., located near the Post Office, offers financial services that might be convenient if you need banking assistance during your visit.