Event Info & Rules

Best of Delano Rules

Voting Method and Requirements:

• Votes can only be made by completing the online form at https://bestofdelano.voterfly.com/.
• All voting entries must have voters’ complete information, including name, email address, and any other required details, or the votes will not be counted.

Voting Limits:

• Each person may vote only once per category.
• Winners are chosen by individuals who fill out the online voting ballot.
• We will track IP addresses to ensure fairness. If multiple people within the same household wish to vote, they must use separate devices and not share the same network.

Nominee Eligibility:

• Nominees must conduct business within Delano or hold an active Delano Chamber of Commerce Membership.

Voting Period:

• All votes must be received by October 18^th at 3:00PM.

Category Limits:

• Nominees must choose and stick to no more than 3 categories for the duration of the voting period.

Ballot Stuffing and Security Measures:

• If a business is caught “stuffing ballots” or circumventing security measures, their votes will be flagged and removed.
• We use automated software to detect and prevent fraudulent voting practices.

Disqualification and Conduct:

• The Best of Delano/Chamber Community Awards facilitators reserve the right to disqualify any business that violates the competition rules or engages in inappropriate conduct, including but not limited to misuse of marketing materials and non-compliance with guidelines.
• Participants who violate the rules will receive a written warning.

Permissions and Use of Likeness:

• By participating in Best of Delano/Chamber Community Awards, you grant us permission to use your business name, likeness, and image for marketing and promotional materials related to the competition.

Results and Announcements:

• All competition results are held privately by the Delano Chamber of Commerce.
• Winners will be announced on October 28th online and at the State of the City & Community Awards Night event on October 25^th.
• Winners will receive an award and/or certificate, promotional materials, and bragging rights.

Purpose of the Competition:

• The goal of Best of Delano/Chamber Community Awards is to recognize and create awareness for businesses in the Delano area. We aim to make the competition enjoyable for all participants.