Trying to get an enhanced driver's license with a P.O. box
I recently went to DMV/Batavia to apply for a non-driver enhanced ID. This option is available even if you have a drivers license. Being over 62, this option is cheaper than the Enhanced Drivers License.
I presented all the proofs required. Drivers license, SS card, birth certificate along with an electric bill and property tax bill for proof of residence.
The electric bill and property tax bill were rejected as proof of residence. Both these documents have my home address listed on them, but they were mailed to my PO box.
There are 36 types of documentation listed on DMV/ID-44EDL which can be used as proof of residence; but have to be MAILED TO YOUR RESIDENCE. No PO boxes.
Therefore, I was rejected and the only option I was given was to cancel my PO box and install a mail box at my home address.
Upon returning home, I called the DMV helpline. I spoke to a very pleasant young lady explaining my situation. No help. I then spoke with her supervisor who also could not help with my situation. He did state though that "apparently the politicians didn't think this through completely". (Nothing new there)
Bottom line; if you receive ALL your mail at a PO box, you are not eligible to receive an Enhanced Drivers License/ID. (I can't be the only person in the state with this problem.)
I'll be going to Sen. Ranzenhofer's mobile office at Pembroke Town Hall tomorrow; perhaps I can obtain a more logical explanation. (I won't hold my breath, but will report on what transpires.)
