Postage is metered on letters and flats at five metering stations. Letters processed on high speed inserting equipment also receive metered postage.
All mail receives postage on the same day it is picked up from state offices.
Letters with Postal barcodes qualify for the discounted postage. Only one and two ounce letters are processed on this system. Flats Heavier letters, or those without printed addresses are processed at the full rate. Letters or flats weighing from up to 15.99 ounces may be mailed First Class. Parcels Materials weighing 16 ounces or more cannot be mailed First Class.