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Lake Forest council honors retiring city attorney Julie Tappendorf

City of Lake Forest City Council · December 2, 2025
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Summary

The City Council adopted a resolution thanking City Attorney Julie Tappendorf for eight years of service and wished her well; the measure passed by voice vote. Tappendorf offered brief farewell remarks and appreciation for city staff.

The Lake Forest City Council on Dec. 1 adopted a resolution expressing the city's appreciation for City Attorney Julie Tappendorf after eight years of service.

Mayor Taack read the resolution, which credited Tappendorf with providing legal counsel on major municipal projects, guiding staff through complex matters and ensuring compliance with applicable law. The council moved and seconded the resolution and approved it by voice vote.

Tappendorf thanked the council and staff. ‘‘I probably won't miss my meetings as much as any other part, but I have loved working with Lake Forest,’’ she said, adding that working with city staff had been “my pleasure.”

The resolution will be spread on the permanent records of the city council and a signed copy will be delivered to Tappendorf, the mayor said.

No formal follow-up or action items were recorded beyond the resolution and the presentation of the signed copy.