(Pottawattamie Co.) The Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors recognized a longtime county employee, honoring Teri Lake for 40 years of dedicated service as she prepares for retirement.
Lake, a custodian with the Buildings and Grounds Department, was recognized during Tuesday’s board meeting. Buildings and Grounds Director Jason Slack thanked her for her commitment, saying he has always known he could count on her.
Supervisors Susan Miller and Keith Jones also shared their appreciation for Lake and her years of service.
As a token of the county’s gratitude, Slack presented Lake with a challenge coin in recognition of everything she has given to Pottawattamie County.
When asked if she had anything to say, an emotional Lake responded:
Tuesday, November 10th, marked exactly 40 years since Lake began working for Pottawattamie County. Her final day on the job will be Friday.
