Growing up in a service oriented family and the youngest of six children, Chris learned early on in life the importance of giving back to her community. Chris comes from a long line of Bexar County retirees, who collectively have 136 years of service for Bexar County, and who instilled in her an excellent work ethic, the value of dedication and loyalty, and the importance of leading by example in all things in life. 

 

Upon graduation in 1985 from Wheatley High School, now known as Brackenridge High School, a year later Chris began her public service career with the Bexar County District Clerk's office; Chris had the privilege of working under former Bexar County District Clerk David J. Garcia, Margaret Montemayor, and other elected District Clerks. Throughout the years, Chris advanced within the Department receiving various performance based promotions, eventually serving as Division Chief of Records and Finance. Throughout her 33 years with the District Clerk's office, Chris' experience spans from the Civil Records department, Records Center Warehouse, Finance Department(includes budget and passports), Civil Filing, Civil Courts, Criminal Filing, and the Juvenile Department. As Division Chief, Chris was responsible for overseeing the budget for her division and reporting annual performance measures with the Office of Court Administration. 

 

Chris and her wife, Debi live on the Southside of Bexar County where they are raising their son, a Central Catholic High School alumni who currently attends Texas Tech University and plans to commission into the Airforce. The Castillos are business owners, and active volunteers for various organizations such as the San Antonio Food Bank, and Ministry of the Third Cross where they focus on helping to develop effective models of renewal and service delivery to persons associated with the criminal justice system.

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In 2019, Chris retired from the District Clerk's office after serving 33 years, and continues to help our citizens most in need through her volunteerism working with various local non-profits. Although retired in 2019, Chris is now asking Bexar County voters to hire and promote her to lead the District Clerk's office. Chris has the experience, qualifications, and vision to enhance the service provided by the District Clerk's office.