EXPERIENCE

            Tony brings a breadth of public and private sector experience to the office of Circuit Clerk.  During the past decade, he has served the people of Sangamon County as Circuit Clerk and Auditor.  As a Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) and a member of the Association of Government Accountants, Tony has brought fiscal discipline to county government. 

Tony has over 25 years of professional management experience and has owned several successful businesses during his career.  In addition, Tony has served his country in the United States Marine Corps and United States Army, and currently serves as a Colonel in the Illinois Army National Guard.  His commitment to helping others and his leadership skills are assets to the Office of Circuit Clerk and the needs for the future.    

Sangamon County Circuit Clerk

1996-Present

           As Sangamon County Circuit Clerk, Tony has made the office more efficient and responsive to taxpayers, while reducing the office’s budget and headcount.  Under Tony’s leadership, the office created new sources of revenue for the county while enhancing services, such as allowing people to apply for passports.  The Circuit Clerk's office was ranked number one in every category by a DMG Study commissioned by Sangamon County.   

Sangamon County Auditor

1992-1996

               During his tenure as Sangamon County Auditor, Tony implemented a new method of budgeting that saved taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars.  He also saved the county money by adopting a new health care insurance program for employees.  Under Tony’s leadership, the Auditor returned money to the county every year.  

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

          Tony has been active in helping the residents of Sangamon County through his volunteer efforts with numerous charities.  He was named “Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser” by the Capital Area chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals 2003. 

 

EDUCATION

            Tony received his elementary, secondary and college education right here in Springfield.  He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Communications from Sangamon State University and has successfully completed his Masters degree in Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College.       

Family

Tony is married to the former Ann Reid and has three daughters, Maria, Emily and Isabella.