With its rich heritage and promising future, the City of Delano exemplifies the "Spirit of Community".  Located on the western fringe of the Twin Cities metropolitan area, Delano offers a pleasant blend of commerce and small-town living.   The people of the community pride themselves on their national award-winning school district.  The tradition of this historic river town carries over into all aspects of community life.  Delano is proud of its past and looks to the future with ambition and optimism. With it’s beautiful parks and bustling summer recreation season it is sure a town to appeal to all walks of life.