Delano public meetings in 2023
3 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Spirit of Community Commission
The commission voted to recommend a high school senior for one of two Youth Liaison positions. Members also discussed collaborations with the Diversity Task Force and planned letters of recognition for community service.
- Approved July 11, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended William Sorenson for Youth Liaison to City Council (unanimous)
- Decided to continue advertising for a second Youth Liaison position
- Approved letter of recognition for Jack Lynch
- Approved letter of recognition for Delano Athletic Club regarding the amateur baseball State Tournament
City Council
The Council approved a preliminary tax levy for 2024 and renewed the law enforcement contract with Wright County. Several infrastructure and staffing items were approved via consent, including a new seasonal Splash Pad coordinator. The Council also approved a cost increase for 2023 police services.
- Adopted preliminary 2024 tax levy of $4,912,998 (5-0)
- Approved 2024 Wright County Sheriff's Contract (5-0)
- Approved Wright County Sheriff cost increase for 2023 (5-0)
- Approved creation of seasonal Splash Pad coordinator position (5-0)
- Authorized $112,033.32 pay request to Magney Construction (5-0)
- Awarded $79,100.00 for demolition work to Mikie’s Landscaping (5-0)
- Authorized purchase of F-450 truck and accessories (4-0)
- Approved maintenance agreement with B&D Plumbing and Heating (5-0)
City Council
The Council approved moving forward with a rock ripple barrier for the Downtown River Plan. Members also reached a general consensus to proceed with the 2024 preliminary budget as presented. Staff provided updates on HUD compliance for Crow River Villa and transportation bottleneck options.
- Approved Concept B (rock ripple barrier) for Downtown River Plan
- Reached general consensus to move forward with 2024 preliminary budget
- Tabled ordinance amendments regarding cannabis and smoking in public places