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
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Household Hazardous Waste & Video Display Devices Collection
St. Louis County Environmental Services Department has arrange for the Household Hazardous Waste & Video Display Devices Collection to take place at the French Canister Site on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. *Two video display devices per visit will be accepted from HOUSEHOLDS with payment by check or solid waste […]
Read MoreMinutes 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 […]
Read MoreIce 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 […]
Read MoreGarage 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 […]
Read MoreA Reminder from the Fire Chief...
What would you do if you discovered that your house was on fire? Do you have a plan to keep your family safe?
Something as simple as discussing an Evacuation Plan can save lives! We encourage you to have this important conversation with your family so you can be prepared. Click the link below for tips and resources to help you make your own plan.
-PJ Bjur, Fire Chief
Town of French Fire & EMS
If you would like more information on how you can become a member of our volunteer department, contact our Fire Chief, PJ Bjur at 218-969-3323 or our EMS Coordinator, Alyssa Jerulle, at frenchfirstresponders@gmail.com

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Town Board Meeting Dates
The French Township Board holds its regular meetings on the First Tuesday of each month, at the Side Lake Community Center, at 7PM. Time and dates may change, with proper notice.