Relocation
City of Elysian 2011 Fee Schedule(PDF)
Overview of Elysian
Public Schools
Utilities
Communications
Commercial Transportation & Shipping
Government
Economic Development Services
Overview
The City of Elysian, located in the midst of the southern Minnesota lake region, has long been known for its tourist and water recreation opportunities. The City retains its friendly rural character and moves the community forward with professional staff who are available to help with a wide range of inquiries.
Location
County |
Le Sueur |
Region |
Southeast |
Distance from Minneapolis |
60 miles |
Distance from nearest MSA* |
60 miles from Minneapolis- St. Paul MSA |
|
US Congressional District |
1 |
MN Legislative District |
25A |
World Wide Web site |
www.elysianmn.com |
Population
AREA |
2010 Census |
2000 Census |
1990 Census |
1980 Census |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | 652 |
486 |
445 |
450 |
| County | 27,703 |
25,482 |
23,239 |
23,434 |
| Nearest MSA* | 2,849,567 |
2,622,182 |
2,538,776 |
2,198,190 |
*Metropolitan Statistical Area
Public School Information
Children from Elysian attend the Waterville-Elysian-Morristown (WEM) school district (ISD 2143). Waterville, Elysian, and Morristown are located in the heart of the southern Minnesota lakes region. The W-E-M School District serves around 1,000 children from early childhood through 12th grade.
Facilities
School buildings are located in Waterville (Elementary and High School) and Morristown (Elementary and Junior High). Each has a playground. Food is prepared and served at each site. Each school has a gymnasium and auditorium for fine arts and lyceums.School Activities
| Cheerleading | Science Club |
| FCCLA | Music/Arts Boosters |
| FFA | Athletic Boosters |
| National Honor Society | Danceline |
| Knowledge Bowl | Drama Club |
| Speech | Buccaneer Buddy Program |
| Yearbook | Foreign Exchange Club |
| Student Council | Fellowship of Christian Athletes |
| Concert Choir | Marching Band |
| Men's Ensemble | Pep Band |
| Women's Ensemble | Fall Play |
| Concert Band | One Act Play |
| Jazz Band | PACT |
| Solo Ensemble | Strength Training |
| School Store |
Athletics
| Football | Volleyball |
| Cross Country | Wrestling |
| Boy's Basketball | Girl's Basketball |
| Cheerleading | Danceline |
| Softalll | Baseball |
| Track |
The Student Achievement Report (SAR) can be found here.
Utilities & Communication
Electric and Natural Gas
Xcel Energy - 1-800-895-4999
Communications
Telephone
Local Telephone Company: Frontier Communications of MN
Service to the Elysian area
Home Service: 1-800-435-1504
Business Service: Phone: 1-800-953-9335
Internet
Frontier Communications of MN - 1-800-435-1504
Verizon Wireless - 1-800-630-1234
Cable TV
Local Company: U.S. Cable - 1-800-642-5509Channel 6 is Elysian's community access channel which runs a continuous bulletin board of news and events.
Newspaper
Newspaper Name: The Elysian Enterprise - 507-362-4495
Weekly edition
Circulation: 500
Radio
Several radio stations serve the Elysian area including KRUE, KOWZ, KRBI, KDHL, KTOE, KXLP, KEEZ
Broadcast Television
KEYC-TV is a CBS and FOX affiliate located in Mankato, Minnesota reporting news from the Elysian area on Channel 12.
Commercial Transportation and Shipping
Highways
| Road | Miles From City |
Load Limit (Tons) |
Seasonal Limit (Tons) |
| Interstate 35 | 22 |
10 |
10 |
| 4-Lane Hwy 169 | 20 |
10 |
10 |
| 4-Lane Hwy 14 | 8 |
10 |
10 |
| MN Hwy 60 | Within |
10 |
10 |
| Co Rd 11 | Within |
5 |
5 |
Airports
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located in Bloomington, 1 1/2 hours driving time from Elysian, north on 35W then east on 494. HHH Terminal is adjacent to MSP and is accessible by shuttle and light rail connections. The Mankato Municipal Airport is about 20 minutes west of Elysian; west on Hwy 60, west on 14, then north on 22.
Shipping
Fed Ex, UPS and SpeeDee provide daily service to businesses and homes in Elysian.
Government
Structure
| Organization | Mayor/Council |
| Recycling and City Compost | Yes |
| Fire Insurance Rating | 6A |
| Industrial plans approved by City Council, Economic Development Authority, Planning Commission | |
Public Protective Services
* Fire
* Police through Le Sueur County Sheriff Dept.
* EMT and Rescue Squad
Economic Development Services
- * Economic Development/Housing Redevelopment Authority
* Chamber of Commerce
* Locally Controlled Loan Program
* Tax Increment Financing
Incentives: The EDA has a locally controlled revolving loan fund for direct financial assistance and has utilized financing from regional and state resources. In addition, the City has established Tax Increment Financing Districts and is capable of customizing financing packages to meet a project's needs. Infrastructure improvements and the 1998 completion of a new wastewater treatment plant make Elysian more attractive for economic development projects. Please call - we are open to new ideas for our community!
Contacts
Patricia Nusbaum, City Clerk-Administrator
Clint Stoen, Mayor
City of Elysian Offices
110 Main Street W.
PO Box 246
Elysian, MN 56028
PH: (507) 267-4708
FAX: (507) 267-4750