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Old 10-12-2023, 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted by retiredguy123 View Post
Note that the Post Office issues 3 keys for every mailbox. In the past, The Villages would retain one of the 3 keys. However, they changed their process and they now provide every homeowner with all 3 keys. When you get a new lock from the Post Office they are supposed to give you 3 keys. They will not copy the keys and it is very difficult to get a key copied.
OK, but how are the keys 'issued'? Do you have to go to the PO in Lady Lake?
I'm kind of wondering why the only post office that serves the Villages isn't more centrally located...