Greene County Legislature Pauses to Honor Longtime Clerk Tammy Chabello

At its February meeting the Greene County legislature paused for a remembrance of Tammy Chabello, the longtime clerk who died Nov. 13, 2025. Unidentified Legislator (Speaker 2) delivered an extended eulogy describing Chabello’s years of service and said the body should adjourn in her memory.

"It’s with deep sadness that I ask that we adjourn tonight’s meeting in memory of our beloved clerk, Tammy Chabello," the legislator said, recounting Chabello’s role in keeping the legislature on schedule and preparing caucus notes. Speaker 2 noted Chabello was honored as the county’s 2025 employee of the year and praised her attention to detail and steady presence at meetings.

Speaker 2 and others recited biographical details provided to the chamber: Chabello, 54, of Athens, passed away on Nov. 13, 2025; the remarks listed surviving family members and described her long work supporting the legislative process. The speaker recalled occasions when Chabello provided transcripts or clarified wording for members and said her presence had provided comfort to colleagues.

Following the eulogy, Speaker 2 "made a motion to adjourn this meeting to the memory of our beloved colleague," which was seconded (recorded as "1 second" in the transcript). The transcript does not record a subsequent roll-call tally or final vote on the adjournment motion.

The chamber also offered brief logistical remarks after the motion and acknowledged staff who have filled temporary roles while the legislature manages staff transitions. The meeting then continued with additional business and closing notes.