Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on future planning for the use of the Historic Courthouse and designation of the County Judge as liaison for the Commissioners Court in relation to such planning activities.

As the county offices relocate from the Historic Williamson County Courthouse to the new Williamson County Administration Building, the County Judge’s Office is requesting formal designation as the primary point of contact and lead representative for all matters related to the future use, planning, and preservation of the historic courthouse.

• The County Judge’s Office remain in its current location within the historic courthouse as the official county presence in the building.

• The County Judge will also serve as the official liaison between Williamson County and the Williamson Museum, leading coordination on any future museum relocation or integration into the courthouse facility.

The County Judge will collaborate closely with the County Manager and the Director of Facilities on all issues involving maintenance, repair, and ongoing upkeep of the historic courthouse.

All substantive decisions regarding the future of the courthouse will be presented to Commissioners Court for review and approval.

This agenda item seeks to establish clear leadership and accountability for the long-term stewardship of the historic courthouse while ensuring continued oversight by the full Commissioners Court under the leadership of the County Judge.