Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Blanket Easement between Williamson County and the YMCA of Central Texas (f/k/a YMCA of Greater Williamson County) relating to the management, use and operation of Twin Lakes Park.

In 1997, Williamson County entered into a 50-year Park Management and Operation Agreement with the YMCA of Greater Williamson County to manage and operate a 50-acre tract of parkland obtained by the County from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD).  The County’s longstanding partnership with the YMCA has facilitated improvements to the parkland far beyond what the County could have done on its own.  The County’s partnership with the YMCA has also helped improve the lives of families and communities in Williamson County, by promoting their health and wellbeing.  Camp Twin Lakes summer camps have helped empower young people with safe opportunities to have fun and learn, while developing connections with other campers and staff mentors.  The camp activities help children develop confidence and character, improve their social skills, while having fun in the outdoors, learning new skills.  The YMCA offers a variety of camps, including Outdoor Day Camp, Overnight Camp, Mini Overnight Camp, Family Camp and Military Reconnect camps for military families.  The attached Blanket Easement codifies previous agreements between the parties that describe park development and operations.