Municipal Court Advisory Committee recommends Carlo Abledo for presiding judge reappointment

As the clock struck 10:04 AM on May 28, 2025, the Municipal Court Advisory Committee gathered in San Antonio, ready to address pivotal judicial appointments. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation as members prepared to interview candidates for the role of presiding judge and two part-time judges.

Chair McKee Rodriguez opened the meeting, confirming a quorum and outlining the agenda. The spotlight was on Carlo Abledo, the current presiding judge, who was the sole applicant for reappointment. The committee aimed to ensure that Abledo continued to meet the necessary qualifications for the position, a task that would unfold in a private executive session.

After deliberating behind closed doors, the committee reconvened at 11:18 AM. No official actions had been taken during the executive session, but the members quickly moved to approve the minutes from their previous meeting. With a unanimous vote, the committee then shifted focus to the recommendations for judicial appointments.

In a decisive moment, Chair Rodriguez proposed the reappointment of Abledo as presiding judge, alongside Lori Crockett and Gabriel Quintanilla for part-time positions. The motion was met with enthusiastic support, passing unanimously. The committee expressed gratitude to all candidates for their willingness to serve, highlighting the importance of their roles in the municipal court system.

As the meeting drew to a close at 11:20 AM, the committee's recommendations were set to be presented to the city council in an upcoming session, marking a significant step in maintaining judicial leadership in San Antonio. The day’s discussions underscored the committee's commitment to ensuring qualified individuals are at the helm of the city's municipal court, a cornerstone of local governance and justice.