Elk Point, SD

Moving is an ordeal that most of us would rather not do. If you are lucky enough to have your move paid for by your company, this is ideal situation to be in. Most times the company that is paying for the move will ask you to get at least two estimates. When the moving company comes to do the estimates ask what it entails when they come into your home to move you? My movers were great and did all the work. All I had to do was stay out of the way.

If you are moving yourself get estimates from truck rental companies. Also I would advise that ahead of time start getting boxes, and any materials to wrap breakables. Wardrobe boxes make it very easy to move your clothes from your closet. They are a little pricey but worth it. I used mine then sold them to someone.

This is something that most forget to do and that is get together a file with documents you will need during and after your move. Have your child's old school information, which will be needed by their new school. Insurance documents, doctor information, vehicle registration/title, passports, veterinary records, anything that will be needed to get things going in your new location. Just remember not to pack them.

Here is a list of things that need to be done. There may be things you will want to add to it.

• Obtain and fill out post office change-of-address cards.
• Make arrangements for storage if necessary.
• Properly dispose of items that cannot be moved, such as flammable liquids.
• Return any borrowed items (including library books) and retrieve any loaned items.
• Settle any bills with local businesses.
• Drain power equipment of oil and gas. Drain water hoses.
• Pack a box of items that will be needed first at the new house. Clearly mark this box "Load Last."
• Pack a suitcase with clothes and toiletries that will be needed during your move.
• Notify all utilities: water, garbage, electric, gas and sewer, both at your old residence and new.
• Stop phone service and start new service at your new home. Also your cable/satellite company should be notified and possible set up a time to start your service in your new home.
• Arrange for a house cleaning at your old home once empty. Have your new home cleaned before moving in, if it wasn't done by the previous owners.
• And remember; keep your receipts for your move. It is a tax write off.

Moving Companies:

http://www.vanlines.com/

http://www.asapvanlines.com/

http://www.bekins.com/moving/

http://www.mayflower.com/

These are just a few companies. There are many resources online for "moving".

In continuing my blogs about relocation to South Dakota for the jobs that will be generated by Hyperion Resources, Vermillion South Dakota will be my next community I will talk about.

Named one of the "Best Place to live in Rural America", Elk Point, SD, is a community of 1,855 located 15 miles from Sioux City, Iowa on Interstate 29. The Lewis & Clark Expedition made camp in or near Elk Point in August 1804. Elk Point was first settled in 1859, making this community one of the oldest in South Dakota. Elk Point is located in Union County.

Elk Point experienced a resurgence of growth in the 1990s due to an energized business climate along the 75-mile stretch of Interstate 29 between Sioux City and Sioux Falls, SD. Now with Hyperion Resources, resurgence is on its way again. Within the last decade Elk Point can boast of a new Wel-Life Center for independent senior citizens, a new housing development designed for over 300 new homes, a new 400,000-gallon water tower, and a new $8 million public school designed to meet educational goals of the 21st Century.

Churches in Elk Point:
St. Joseph Catholic Church
First Baptist Church
Brule Creek Lutheran Church
Immanuel Lutheran Church
St. Paul Lutheran Church
United Parish

Restaurants:

Edgar's Ol' Fashioned Soda Fountain & Gift Shop

Paces Late Night Pub

Los Amigos Mexican Restaurant

Ollies Drive Inn

Retail:

Pioneer Drug

True Value Hardware

Jones Food Center

Bloom Where You Planted

Pixie Hair Salon

Radiance Hair Design

Gary's Tree Service

Jeff's Lawn Care

K & K Mobile Storage

Finance:

First Federal Bank

Valley Bank

State Farm Insurance

Rubida Insurance & Real Estate

Valley Insurance

There are four law offices in Elk Point.

Health Care:

Johnson Chiropractic

Community Health Clinic

Wel-Life Assisted Living Center

Jim Slattery Dentistry

Schools:

Elk Point - Jefferson School District

Website: http://www.epj.k12.sd.us

Demographics:

Average household size: 2.44

Median age: 36.5

Number of Households: 1180

Income:

Median Household Income: $48,500

Average Household Income: $53,140

Sales Tax Rate: 6.00%

What your dollar will buy in Elk Point, South Dakota:

$275,000 will get you 4.6 acres, 3 Bed / 3 Bath, Total Sq. Ft. is 2652. Totally Restored 2 story from studs to oak floors. Terrific building with room for 6 cars plus living quarters, and huge workshop.

$122,000 will get you .22 acre, 3 Bed/ 2.5 Bath, Total Sq. Ft. is 1680.

To check out homes currently on the market, click here.

Utility Contacts:

Gas Service	MidAmerican Energy	(888) 427-5632
Telephone	Qwest	(888) 244-1111
Telephone/Cable/Internet	Prairie Wave	(877) 633-4567
One Call Utility Line Locator	One Call	(800) 781-7474
Electric/Water/Sewer/Garbage	City of Elk Point	(605) 356-2141

There are a number of websites out on the internet that will give you cost of living comparisons. One of my favorite sites to use, click here.

The Sioux City Journal has a blog in reference to Hyperion Resources. To read this blog, click here.