District Clerk Resigns: Here's What Happens Next

SAN ANGELO, Texas – District Clerk Anthony Monico announced his resignation Tuesday morning at the Tom Green County Commissioners regular meeting.  

Monico was appointed District Clerk in February 2020 to replace longtime District Clerk Sheri Woodfin; He was elected to the office in November 2022. District Clerks serve four-year terms in Texas.  

Monico told Commissioners in a prepared statement that he began working for the County in 2006 and considers his co-workers family. Monico said he had to resign to be closer to family in San Antonio as a family member is experiencing major health issues. 

Monico's resignation is effective May 1, 2024.  According to Tom Green County Judge Lane Carter, District Judges Ben Woodward, Jay Weatherby, Carmen Dusek and Brad Goodwin are working to appoint an interim replacement by May 1.  

Because there are more than 18 months remaining on Monico's four-year term, a special election will be held by law to fill the position, possibly in November 2024.   

In Texas, District Clerks:

• Serves as clerk and custodian of all records for the District Courts.
• Indexes and secures all court records, collects filing fees, and handles funds held in litigation and money awarded to minors.
• Coordinates the jury panel selection process.
• May process passport applications.
• Manages court registry funds.