Depending on the complexity of your website, why not try to go it yourself? GoDaddy has a website tonight kit that can get you up on the web while you search for a web designer. Good luck!
What about checking craigslist.com in your area and looking for freelance designers. I found a freelance designer to do my site, and I think she did a fantastic job (if I do say so myself!)
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Laura Hamrick
Creator of OnTray; the Container 2 Go!
http://www.ontray2go.com
Have you been able to find a reliable designer who can work within your budget? If not, I can provide some recommendations. Let me know if you`re still searching.