Delano is a
Growing Community
As it continues to expand and develop , residential , commercial , and recreational opportunities are made available to community members . This growth requires clear direction from the City ’ s Planning Commission and Council . The City ’ s strategy of ensuring high quality growth in a controlled fashion requires diligence on review of applications and planning future developments . As a result , the City relies on the Comprehensive Plan . This document outlines requirements for new developments and identifi es ideal land uses for all areas of the community . The Comprehensive Plan establishes growth rate for residential growth ; recommending enough growth to pay for infrastructure and services , yet restricting growth at levels deemed harmful to the plan ’ s objectives . The plan also identifi es necessary park areas , transportation corridors , infrastructure needs and design characteristics . New development typically begins with annexation . Filling its corporate limits , the City is expanding into adjacent Franklin Township by means of annexation . As this happens , clear direction from the Planning Commission and City Council are essential components to the controlled growth of the town .
Delano Wine and Spirits features a generous selection of fi ne wines and spirits , with friendly and knowledgeable staff to assist customers . Since 1956 , Delano Wine and Spirits has been making signifi cant contributions to the City ’ s General Fund , keeping taxes low . This funding helps pay for parks , infrastructure improvements and other amenities we all enjoy . So , when you ’ re planning a party and you need a cold beer , a variety of spirits and a wide selection of wine , come and visit Delano Wine and Spirits ! Have a request ? What would you like to see on the shelves ? Talk to staff and let them know , they ’ ll do their best to get what you want ! Stop by or call today !
Delano Crossings Shopping Center 1380 Babcock Boulevard Delano , MN 55328 Monday-Saturday : 8 a . m . - 10 p . m . Sunday : 11 a . m . - 6 p . m .
The Finance Department is responsible for the accounting of all fi nancial transactions of the City . This includes payroll , non-utility billings , payable , receipts and purchasing . Delano Municipal Utilities completes the utility billing for the City ’ s sanitary sewer and storm water functions . The Finance Department is also responsible for managing the City ’ s fi nancial assets , and managing the City ’ s debt structure and risk management . Within these responsibilities are the specifi c obligations to prepare the annual budget , annual fi nancial statements and capital improvement plan .
The Administration Department is responsible for managing the internal operations , as well as implementing the direction of City Council . Other responsibilities include : elections , maintaining offi cial city records , point of contact for most permits and business licenses .
Building . The City of Delano ’ s Building Department is responsible for building plan review and building inspections within the City of Delano . The plan review and inspection functions include commercial and residential construction plan reviews , inspection of these structures while under construction and the tracking and permitting of the construction process . The City enforces the Minnesota State Building Code and the City ’ s zoning code for building construction and property maintenance . Permit applications and requirements and applicable fees can be found online at www . delano . mn . us .
Housing . The City , through the Economic Development Authority , operates the Crow River Villa Apartments , which provide 30 units of affordable public housing . These apartments are reserved for those seniors 62 or older ; handicapped and / or disabled persons that are able to live independently or with a little help of a privately- contracted service . The apartments are located at 125 Fifth Street South . For more information , please contact 763-972-2945 .
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Official DELANO GUIDE BOOK 2022