The Human Resources Department informs the incoming or relocated employee of the relevant provisions and limitations of the relocation policy. Personal property includes family and household goods, automobiles, and recreational property such as boats, trailers, and campers. The cost to move personal property in excess of 18,000 pounds and special handling charges for recreational property are the responsibility of the employee. Charges resulting from split pickup or delivery of personal items are paid only when such costs are incurred as a result of a combined office and single-residence move. The cost of additional insurance, if desired, is borne by the employee.
Storage charges beyond one month are the responsibility of the employee.
Relocation of family and personal property may occur anytime during the first 12 months of employment or change in work site. If commercial air travel is elected, coach class or lower rates must be used. Meals and incidental expenses are reimbursed at cost or at the standard per diem rate for persons 12 years of age or older and at half the standard rate for persons under 12. Accommodation is paid for nights en route plus one night at the point of departure and one night at the destination. One night's lodging en route is authorized for each 400 miles of the trip when travel is by automobile.