Official Guide to Delano 2020 | Page 6

Welcome to DELANO Greetings! As mayor of Delano, I want to welcome you to our city as a new resident, longtime community member, or visitor alike. I hope you will fi nd this city on the river as friendly, vibrant, and community-oriented as I believe it to be. Delano’s River Street and Bridge Avenue have seen some changes in the last few years, improving our downtown experience. Dotted with restaurants, shops, businesses, a brewery, and outdoor community spaces downtown; Delano provides amenities for all ages and encourages a fl ourishing sense of community. 2020 will be one of our busiest and best years yet. Multiple businesses opening in the West Metro Business Park as well as additional infrastructure will begin construction; providing more employment opportunities within city limits. New homes will begin construction in the Highland Ridge and Liberty Landing developments. The splash pad opens for a third season featuring a new shade structure that was donated to the community. Delano will continue to provide improved amenities to our extensive parks and recreation system. With new residents joining us, we hope to continue our welcoming community and to gain more participants in our community-wide events. This year has goals to continue to improve Delano and to support our community. To the traveler and resident alike, know that you are welcomed and that Delano will always be a place you can call home. Photo by McDonald’s Studio Mayor Dale Graunke Grow your industry in t he WEST METRO BUSINESS PARK! • Total of 200 acres in master-planned business and industrial park • 55 acres shovel ready, lot size to suit • Roads and utilities in place • High speed, fi ber-optic internet • Easy access to U.S. Hwy 12 and the BNSF railway • Financial incentives available: - Small Business Development Loan Program - Minnesota Investment Fund - Tax Increment Financing Contact Phil Kern, City Administrator, at 763-972-0565 or [email protected] | 6 | Official DELANO GUIDE BOOK 2020