Twenty-nine Utah post offices will provide late-night collections Monday, April 17, to assist last-minute tax filers.
Many post offices also will extend window service hours where stamps may be purchased.Those wanting to avoid the crowds are encouraged to mail their income tax returns early in the day. Correct postage is a requirement. First-class postage is 33 cents for the first ounce and 22 cents for each additional ounce. Postal customers are encouraged to check the collection times posted on each box to ensure pick up on April 17.
Taxpayers who mail their return late in the day on April 17 should take their envelopes to collection boxes located directly outside post offices with extended hours. While many post offices are extending retail hours, stamps can always be purchased through vending machines at each post office.
Call 1-800-275-8777, a national toll-free U.S. Postal Service number, where information on specific post office hours and services will be available. April 17.
To soothe stressed taxpayers, a free massage will be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday at the Salt Lake City Main Post Office, 1760 W. 2100 South. A similar service will be given between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Downtown Post Office, 230 W. 200 South.
A mobile post office will be set up in front of Franklin Covey Field at 1300 South and West Temple to accommodate taxpayers who may wish to mail a return there from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Salt Lake Buzz is offering two-for-one ticket prices for those who mail their tax return at the game.