The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm. The minutes of the April meeting were read and approved. The Treasurer’s Report was approved as read. Fire ReportThere were no fire calls and 2 EMS calls in April. One new member is being trained which brings the membership to 19. Old BusinessQuotes for upgrading the […]
McCarthy Beach Road Bridge Update
The monthly Town of French Board Meeting will be June 1st at 7:00 pm at the Side Lake Rec Center. At this month’s meeting, we will have an update on the McCarthy Beach Road Bridge Project. The county will have representatives Chris Grahek, Project Supervisor, Vic Lund, Traffic Engineer, and Ryan Nehring, Project Inspector, at […]
So What About the Firecracker 5K and the 4th of July Parade?
Will we be having the Firecracker 5K and the 4th of July Parade in Side Lake this year? The short answer is – no. But for the full story, read on… Despite the governor’s recent announcement, the Side Lake Parade and Firecracker 5K committees have made the tough decision to cancel these events for the […]
Minutes of the April 6, 2021 meeting
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm. The minutes of the March meeting were read meeting were approved. The Treasurer’s Report was approved as read. Fire ReportThere was 1 fire call and 7 EMS calls in March. Old BusinessWent over the Position Description for the grader operator. A posting for the position will […]
Job Posting – Grader Operator
The Town of French will be accepting applications for a grader operator. Interested persons should submit a resume to include grader operator experience and contact information by May 1, 2021. Resume’s should be sent to: French Township P.O. Box 28 Side Lake, MN 55781 Or Email to: frenchclerk@gmail.com
Minutes of the March 2, 2021 meeting
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm. The minutes of the February meeting were approved. The Treasurer’s Report was approved as read. Fire ReportThere were no fire calls and 5 EMS calls in February. Old BusinessWaiting for Amy @ DNR for Wilenius easement approval. New BusinessA motion was made, seconded and carried to […]
Ice Water Rescue Training
On Saturday, March 27, the members of our Town of French Fire and EMS Department gathered for a snowy day of Ice Water Rescue Training. They usually meet once a year out on the ice to train on water rescue techniques using equipment that the Fire Department has on hand in case of emergency. Equipment […]
Garage Sale Sign-up already underway!
Summer really is just around the corner! Start collecting your treasures now to sell at the Garage Sales in June! If you would like to be a part of the Side Lake Community Garage Sales, you can sign-up before June 5th by calling Judy Kelly at 218-750-0908. The Garage Sales will be held Thursday, June […]
Setting out to explore Side Lake? Check this out!
You can download the Avenza Maps App and find maps for hiking, OHV Trails, Snowmobile Trails, Water Access, and much more! It will show your current location, but does not require the internet or cell service while using the maps. Visit the MN DNR site here to find out more.
Just a reminder…
MARCH 9, 2021The Annual Township Election will be held onTuesday, March 9, 2021 to elect:One Supervisor, 3-year term, and One Treasurer, 2-year term.The polls will be open at 10:00 AM and close at 8:00 PM at the French Town Hall. The Annual Town Meeting will be after polls close and will start at 8:15.