Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the appointment of Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, Thomas Crockett for specific projects, with general authority to approve invoices and change orders for designated Williamson County Facilities Management projects for any increase or decrease in cost of $25,000 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code; changes in Plans and Specifications; provided, however, the original contract price my not be increased by more than 25% and the original contract price may not be decreased by 18% or more without consent of the contractor.

A request is being made for this authority due to the nature of performing contract work within the projects and the necessity of an uninterrupted workflow to allow for continuity of schedules between staff and the contractor. Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code allows for the grant of such authority up to $25,000. Project Managers will be serving as the Project Managers on the projects. Any change orders that are approved by Project Managers will be placed on the Commissioners Court agenda the following week.