NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONER'S COURT
NOVEMBER 29TH, 2016
9:30 A.M.
The Commissioner's Court of Williamson County, Texas will meet in regular session in the Commissioner's Courtroom, 710 Main Street, in Georgetown, Texas to consider the following items:
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.
3.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
4.
Citizen comments. Except when public hearings are scheduled for later in the meeting, this will be the only opportunity for citizen input. The Court invites comments on any matter affecting the county, whether on the Agenda or not. Speakers should limit their comments to three minutes. Note that the members of the Court may not comment at the meeting about matters that are not on the agenda.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 5 – 22 )
( Items 5 – 22 )
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Animal Services Department (Williamson Co Regional Animal Shelter).
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
FROM |
Acct No.:
0545.0545.001101 |
Description:
Part Time |
Amount:
$1,087.73 |
|
From/To:
TO |
Acct No.:
0545.0545.001100 |
Description:
Full Time |
Amount:
$1,087.73 |
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Elections Office.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100-0492-004100 |
Description:
Professional Services |
Amount:
$215,300.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100-0492-001150 |
Description:
Election Judges/Clerks |
Amount:
$200,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100-0492-002010 |
Description:
FICA |
Amount:
$15,300.00 |
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) 2016 Chevy Console, (4) Chairs, (1) Coat rack, (6) Printer, (1) Scanner, (5) Computers, (5) Monitors, (1) Monitor Stand, (1) Docking Station, (2) Laptop bag, (7) Keyboards, (6) Misc.power cords, (1) Fax Machine, (6) TV's, (1) Phone, (1) Adding Machine, (7) Letter Trays, (2) Bulletin Boards (complete list attached) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
Attachments
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Inter-Departmental transfer of (1) 2006 White Ford F250 Ext. Cab (see attached list) pursuant to to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
Attachments
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (5) Computers, (9) Mice, (9) Keyboards, (1) Floppy drive, (1) Box of Misc. Cords, (1) Bulletin Board, (2) Rolling Chairs, (6) Printers, (3) Fax machines, (5) Docking stations, (3) Monitor's, (1) Laptop Battery, (1) Floppy drive Module, (1) DVD/VHS player, (1) Camera, (3) Tape Erasers, (1) VHS tape re-winder, (1) Shredder, (2) Tripods, (1) DVD duplicator, (1) Light clamp, (1) Fan, (see attached list) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
Attachments
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of October 2016 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
Attachments
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of October 2016 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
Attachments
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on noting in the minutes that Lisa Birkman has earned 23.00 hours of the Commissioner Statutory continuing education requirements for 2016 per article 81.0025 of the Texas Local Government Code, and will carry forward 7 hours into the next reporting period.
Attachments
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Adam Bryant, Mack Sherrod and John Lenz to the
Emergency Service District (ESD) Number One Board with the term commencing on January 1, 2017 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2018.
Emergency Service District (ESD) Number One Board with the term commencing on January 1, 2017 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2018.
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, October 2016 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
Attachments
15.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval or ratification of monthly Treasurer's Report on Williamson County Finances for October 2016 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code § 114.026.
Attachments
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
Attachments
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on correcting Item No.10 of the Williamson County Commissioners Court Session of November 8, 2016 in order to replace the Compensation Items attachment of such item with a revised Compensation Items attachment that sets out the correct effective dates of compensation changes for the MOT positions listed therein.
Attachments
18.
Receive and acknowledge Work Authorization No. 4 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Walker Texas Surveyors, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 18, 2015 for Southwest Williamson County Regional Park, Train Station Wastewater Improvements for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
Attachments
19.
Receive and acknowledge Work Authorization No. 2 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between HDR, Inc. and Williamson County dated October 8, 2015 for Traffic Signal Warrant Studies for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
Attachments
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Heights at Brushy Creek subdivision - Pct 4.
Attachments
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Reserve at Ancient Oaks subdivision - Pct 3.
Attachments
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Bridle Gate subdivision - Pct 2.
Attachments
REGULAR AGENDA
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on resolution recognizing the leadership and dedication of Commissioner Lisa Birkman to the mental health system in Williamson County and the State of Texas.
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on proclaiming December 8th, 2016 as Tree of Angels Day in Williamson County.
Attachments
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to recognize the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector's office as the recipient of 2016 Best Practices Award from the Texas Association of Counties.
Attachments
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Texas A& M AgriLife Extension Annual Interpretation.
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract for CR 119 Engineering Services between Williamson County and Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program.
Attachments
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 3 for SH 29 at D.B. Wood Road Engineering Services between Williamson County and Unintech Consulting Engineers, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program.
Attachments
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Utility Joint Use Agreement between Charter Spectrum and Williamson County for utility relocations on Seward Junction Southwest, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 2 .
Attachments
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of -$47,857.16 for RM 2243 at Escalera and SH 29 at Cedar Hollow Right Turn Lanes, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 3.
Attachments
32.
Attachments
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Change Order No. 1, to contract number IFB 1607-101, in the amount of $168,203.00 for the underseal and overlay of Ronald Regan Blvd. from just North of SH 29 to FM 3405.
Attachments
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Easement and Right of Way between Williamson County, Texas, as the grantor, and Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC, as the grantee, for the installation of electrical service and facilities at the Williamson County Landfill.
Attachments
35.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with LA Miraj Ltd. for ROW needed on CR 111. (PARCEL 35)
Attachments
36.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Donald R. Robbins for ROW needed on CR 111. (PARCEL 36)
Attachments
37.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Maria Flores and Mario Salazar for ROW needed on CR 111. (PARCEL 37)
Attachments
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Dedication Deed with MREC MAG Morning Star, LLC regarding the Kaufman Loop.
Attachments
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize County Judge to execute a Correction Utility Easement to PEC.
Attachments
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Texas Parks & Wildlife Commission Grant Agreement for Williamson County Expo Center to support professional services and construction for RV sites, walks, trails, and related infrastructure.
Attachments
41.
Discuss and take appropriate action on the Community Development Block Grant program's Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).
Attachments
42.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Agreement regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies with Paloma Lake Municipal Utility District No.1
Attachments
43.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding Interlocal between Williamson County and the City of Round Rock for the establishment of ambulance and personnel housing to support operations of Williamson County EMS.
Attachments
44.
Discuss, consider,and take appropriate action on the Williamson County Sick Leave Pool policy.
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the proposed FLSA overtime rule changes.
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of 5 (five) Ford Trucks from Caldwell Country Ford, for the Road and Bridge Dept. under BuyBoard contract #430-13 for a total of $143,873.60.
Attachments
- Purchase of Ford F-150
- Purchase of F-350
- Purchase of Ford F-250
- Purchse of Ford F-150
- Purchase of F-250
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of Lithonia LED lighting for the Facilities Department for the Cedar Park Annex, per the quote from Dealers Electrical Supply, for a total of $79,500.00 under BuyBoard contract #501-15.
Attachments
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the service agreement with ThyssenKrupp for elevator service, repair and inspections for FY17 for a total of $9,724.00 under cooperative TCPN #US33672.
Attachments
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Belford Square Lease, 310 W 7th Street, Suite 103, Georgetown, Texas 78626, for the term of December 1, 2016 - November 30, 2017, with Sylvia Sanchez, owner of Free Me Bail Bonds.
Attachments
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the contract with Raba Kistner, for Geotechnical Engineering Services for Parks and Recreation for the River Ranch Park Phase I Improvement Project, for a maximum amount of $16,681.60 under RFQ1602-057-2.
Attachments
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the purchase of a Gradall Truck mounted Excavator for the Roads and Bridges Department in the amount of $328,156.75, under BuyBoard cooperative contract #424-13.
Attachments
52.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP#1604-069, Health Related Benefits Broker and Consultant, to the best proposer meeting specifications, Holmes, Murphy & Associates, LLC.
Attachments
53.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP# 1604-070, Employee Assistance Program for Williamson County to the best proposer meeting specifications, Deer Oaks EAP Services, LLC.
Attachments
54.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP# 1605-083, Specific & Aggregate Stop Loss Insurance, to the only proposer, Aetna Life Insurance Company.
Attachments
55.
Hear Presentation from the finalist for RFP# 1604-069, Health Related Broker and Consultant, Holmes, Murphy & Associates, selected by the Williamson County Benefits Committee.
Attachments
56.
Hear presentation of the finalist for RFP#1604-070, Employee Assistance Program, Deer Oaks EAP Services, selected by the Williamson County Benefits Committee.
Attachments
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the renewal of the Consulting Services Agreement between Rely Information Systems, LLC and Williamson County, Texas for DBA patch and upgrade assistance and general Oracle DBA support and maintenance of Williamson County's Oracle applications. Exemption of the services to be provided under the Agreement from the competitive bidding proposal requirements are per the County Purchasing Act, pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal services, as set forth under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(a)(4).
Attachments
58.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve co-op purchases (BuyBoard Contract #430-13) between Williamson County, Texas and Caldwell Country for (26) 2017 Chevy Tahoe PPVs & (2) 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Sedans to support operations of the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.
Attachments
59.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on exempting Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) from the competitive bidding or proposal requirements established by Section 262.024(a)(7) of the Texas Local Government Code, as the sole source provider of software maintenance for our Geographical Information System (GIS) software (technical support, plus ESRI software upgrades/updates).
Attachments
- 1 - Letter of Recommendation
- 2 - BidSync Results
- 3 - Sole Source Justification
- 4 - Justification Letter
- 5 - Affidavit
- 6 - Vendor Sole Source Letter
- 7 - Vendor Quote
60.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on exempting Aristatek, Inc. from the competitive bidding or proposal requirements established by Section 262.024 (a) (7) of the Texas Local Government Code, as the sole source provider of PEAC-WMD hazmat software and maintenance, and approving agreement between Williamson County and Aristatek, Inc.
Attachments
61.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise to selected Contractors and receive proposals for the Construction Manager at Risk for the Animal Shelter Expansion Project under RFP 1610-115.
Attachments
62.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the contract with Balcones Geotechnical, for geotechnical engineering services for the Animal Shelter Expansion Project under RFQ 1602-057-03.
Attachments
63.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve co-op purchases (BuyBoard Contract #430-13) between Williamson County, Texas and Caldwell Country for (1) 2016 Chevy Silverado SSV to support operations of the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.
Attachments
EXECUTIVE SESSION
"The Commissioners Court for Williamson County reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultations with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations regarding Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations regarding Gifts and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations regarding Security Devices) and 551.087 (Deliberations regarding Economic Development Negotiations)."
"The Commissioners Court for Williamson County reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultations with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations regarding Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations regarding Gifts and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations regarding Security Devices) and 551.087 (Deliberations regarding Economic Development Negotiations)."
64.
Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087:
a) Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
b) Discuss Pearson Road District.
c) Discuss North Woods Road District.
d) Project Fiji
e) Leander Medical Center
f) Project Monkey
a) Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
b) Discuss Pearson Road District.
c) Discuss North Woods Road District.
d) Project Fiji
e) Leander Medical Center
f) Project Monkey
65.
Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)
A. Real Estate Owned by Third Parties
1. Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential purchase or lease of property owned by third parties
a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Mays St. Extension
b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 project.
c) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop.
d) Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
e) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 101
f) Discuss the acquisition of real property: IH-35 at Ronald Reagan Blvd.
g) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 111
h) Discuss the acquisition of real property for proposed CR 110 project. (All sections)
i) Discuss the acquisition of real property: landfill properties
j) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Inner Loop.
k) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
l) Discuss the acquisition of real property for DB Wood Rd. (Sneed Loop)
m) Discuss the acquisition of real property on CR 305.
n) Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests for the Brushy Creek Trail Project.
o) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Arterial H
p) Discuss the acquisition of easements on the Forest North project.
q) Discuss potential acquisition of property located at NEC of Toll 130 and Gattis School Rd.
r) Discuss utilities for CR 305 at IH 35 and Reagan at IH35 projects.
s) Discuss easement acquisitions from San Gabriel River Ranch Subdivision.
t) Discuss options for ingress and egress regarding access to Cedar Hollow Subdivision.
u) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 258.
v) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Lakeline Blvd.
x) Discuss the acquisition of real property for US 183.
B. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
1). Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential sale or lease of property owned by the County
a) Discuss County owned real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
b) Discuss possible sale of 183 A excess right of way
c) Discuss proposed sale of real estate of Blue Springs Blvd
d) Discuss proposed sale of excess right of way on CR 107
e) Discuss proposed Correction Easement to PEC for Champion Park.
f) Discuss Roadway Construction & Phasing Agreement with Larkspur Community Development
C. Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman.
A. Real Estate Owned by Third Parties
1. Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential purchase or lease of property owned by third parties
a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Mays St. Extension
b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 project.
c) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop.
d) Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
e) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 101
f) Discuss the acquisition of real property: IH-35 at Ronald Reagan Blvd.
g) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 111
h) Discuss the acquisition of real property for proposed CR 110 project. (All sections)
i) Discuss the acquisition of real property: landfill properties
j) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Inner Loop.
k) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
l) Discuss the acquisition of real property for DB Wood Rd. (Sneed Loop)
m) Discuss the acquisition of real property on CR 305.
n) Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests for the Brushy Creek Trail Project.
o) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Arterial H
p) Discuss the acquisition of easements on the Forest North project.
q) Discuss potential acquisition of property located at NEC of Toll 130 and Gattis School Rd.
r) Discuss utilities for CR 305 at IH 35 and Reagan at IH35 projects.
s) Discuss easement acquisitions from San Gabriel River Ranch Subdivision.
t) Discuss options for ingress and egress regarding access to Cedar Hollow Subdivision.
u) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 258.
v) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Lakeline Blvd.
x) Discuss the acquisition of real property for US 183.
B. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
1). Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential sale or lease of property owned by the County
a) Discuss County owned real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
b) Discuss possible sale of 183 A excess right of way
c) Discuss proposed sale of real estate of Blue Springs Blvd
d) Discuss proposed sale of excess right of way on CR 107
e) Discuss proposed Correction Easement to PEC for Champion Park.
f) Discuss Roadway Construction & Phasing Agreement with Larkspur Community Development
C. Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman.
66.
Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.071 consultation with attorney.), including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
d) Employee/personnel related matters
e) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
e) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
f) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters;
g) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
h) Carolyn Barnes, et al v. Texas Attorney General, et al; Cause # D-1-GN-15-000877, in the 419 th Judicial District Court of Travis County
i) Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal
j) Potential claims and litigation against Volkswagen and Audi related to Volkswagen and Audi emission control systems on diesel engine vehicles in the period 2009 – 2015
k) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
l) Claims of Texas Association for Children and Families
m) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
n) Legislative changes to firearms laws and possession of firearms on county property
o) Civil Action No. A-14-CV-986-DAE, Walter Chad Troutman v. Williamson County and its Sheriff's Department, In The United States District Court For The Western District Of Texas, Austin Division
p) LCRA's proposed Leander to Round Rock 138k-V Transmission Line Project including but not limited to filing as an intervenor.
q) Notice of claim and demand of Morgan Lee Roach.
r) Labor and employment law review of Employee Policy Manual provisions and amendments.
s) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
t) Discuss subrogation claims related to medical claims incurred during the County's contract with Allegiance Benefit Plan Management (TPA).
u) Discuss requirements related to health benefit plan.
v) Case No. 1:16-cv-00505-LY, Saturn v. Barnett et al, In The United States District Court For The Western District of Texas-Austin Division
w) Cause No. 3SC-15-0150, Saturn v. Estate of Billy Maddox et al et al, In The Justice Court, Precinct 3, Williamson County, Texas
x) Suit for declaratory judgment by the County Attorney's Office on behalf of Emergency Services to challenge the Attorney General's ruling in AG Letter Ruling No. OR2016-14927.
y) Civil Action No. 1:16-cv-1023 LY, Brian Carrier v. Lt. McKnight, et al, In The United States District Court For The Western District Of Texas, Austin Division
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
d) Employee/personnel related matters
e) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
e) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
f) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters;
g) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
h) Carolyn Barnes, et al v. Texas Attorney General, et al; Cause # D-1-GN-15-000877, in the 419 th Judicial District Court of Travis County
i) Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal
j) Potential claims and litigation against Volkswagen and Audi related to Volkswagen and Audi emission control systems on diesel engine vehicles in the period 2009 – 2015
k) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
l) Claims of Texas Association for Children and Families
m) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
n) Legislative changes to firearms laws and possession of firearms on county property
o) Civil Action No. A-14-CV-986-DAE, Walter Chad Troutman v. Williamson County and its Sheriff's Department, In The United States District Court For The Western District Of Texas, Austin Division
p) LCRA's proposed Leander to Round Rock 138k-V Transmission Line Project including but not limited to filing as an intervenor.
q) Notice of claim and demand of Morgan Lee Roach.
r) Labor and employment law review of Employee Policy Manual provisions and amendments.
s) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
t) Discuss subrogation claims related to medical claims incurred during the County's contract with Allegiance Benefit Plan Management (TPA).
u) Discuss requirements related to health benefit plan.
v) Case No. 1:16-cv-00505-LY, Saturn v. Barnett et al, In The United States District Court For The Western District of Texas-Austin Division
w) Cause No. 3SC-15-0150, Saturn v. Estate of Billy Maddox et al et al, In The Justice Court, Precinct 3, Williamson County, Texas
x) Suit for declaratory judgment by the County Attorney's Office on behalf of Emergency Services to challenge the Attorney General's ruling in AG Letter Ruling No. OR2016-14927.
y) Civil Action No. 1:16-cv-1023 LY, Brian Carrier v. Lt. McKnight, et al, In The United States District Court For The Western District Of Texas, Austin Division
67.
68.
REGULAR AGENDA (continued)
69.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
70.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
71.
Discuss and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters, including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
d) Employee/personnel related matters
e) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
f) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
g) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters;
h) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
i) Carolyn Barnes, et al v. Texas Attorney General, et al; Cause # D-1-GN-15-000877, in the 419 th Judicial District Court of Travis County
j) Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding possible appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and approval of payment of disputed employment taxes pending appeal
k) Potential claims and litigation against Volkswagen and Audi related to Volkswagen and Audi emission control systems on diesel engine vehicles in the period 2009 – 2015
l) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
m) Claims of Texas Association for Children and Families
n) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
o) Action regarding legislative changes to firearms laws, to include but not be limited to the adoption and implementation of regulations and policies relating to the possession of firearms on and within Williamson County property and facilities.
p) Civil Action No. A-14-CV-986-DAE, Walter Chad Troutman v. Williamson County and its Sheriff's Department, In The United States District Court For The Western District Of Texas, Austin Division
q) LCRA's proposed Leander to Round Rock 138k-V Transmission Line Project including but not limited to filing as an intervenor.
r) Notice of claim and demand of Morgan Lee Roach.
s) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
t) Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the handling, including but not limited to, the negotiating and approval of settlement offers, of subrogation claims related to medical claims incurred during the County's contract with Allegiance Benefit Plan Management (TPA).
u) Discuss requirements related to health benefit plan.
v) Case No. 1:16-cv-00505-LY, Saturn v. Barnett et al, In The United States District Court For The Western District of Texas-Austin Division
w) Cause No. 3SC-15-0150, Saturn v. Estate of Billy Maddox et al et al, In The Justice Court, Precinct 3, Williamson County, Texas
x) Suit for declaratory judgment by the County Attorney's Office on behalf of Emergency Services to challenge the Attorney General's ruling in AG Letter Ruling No. OR2016-14927.
y) Civil Action No. 1:16-cv-1023 LY, Brian Carrier v. Lt. McKnight, et al, In The United States District Court For The Western District Of Texas, Austin Division
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
d) Employee/personnel related matters
e) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
f) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
g) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters;
h) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
i) Carolyn Barnes, et al v. Texas Attorney General, et al; Cause # D-1-GN-15-000877, in the 419 th Judicial District Court of Travis County
j) Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding possible appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and approval of payment of disputed employment taxes pending appeal
k) Potential claims and litigation against Volkswagen and Audi related to Volkswagen and Audi emission control systems on diesel engine vehicles in the period 2009 – 2015
l) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
m) Claims of Texas Association for Children and Families
n) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
o) Action regarding legislative changes to firearms laws, to include but not be limited to the adoption and implementation of regulations and policies relating to the possession of firearms on and within Williamson County property and facilities.
p) Civil Action No. A-14-CV-986-DAE, Walter Chad Troutman v. Williamson County and its Sheriff's Department, In The United States District Court For The Western District Of Texas, Austin Division
q) LCRA's proposed Leander to Round Rock 138k-V Transmission Line Project including but not limited to filing as an intervenor.
r) Notice of claim and demand of Morgan Lee Roach.
s) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
t) Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the handling, including but not limited to, the negotiating and approval of settlement offers, of subrogation claims related to medical claims incurred during the County's contract with Allegiance Benefit Plan Management (TPA).
u) Discuss requirements related to health benefit plan.
v) Case No. 1:16-cv-00505-LY, Saturn v. Barnett et al, In The United States District Court For The Western District of Texas-Austin Division
w) Cause No. 3SC-15-0150, Saturn v. Estate of Billy Maddox et al et al, In The Justice Court, Precinct 3, Williamson County, Texas
x) Suit for declaratory judgment by the County Attorney's Office on behalf of Emergency Services to challenge the Attorney General's ruling in AG Letter Ruling No. OR2016-14927.
y) Civil Action No. 1:16-cv-1023 LY, Brian Carrier v. Lt. McKnight, et al, In The United States District Court For The Western District Of Texas, Austin Division
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Comments from Commissioners.
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Dan A. Gattis, County Judge
This notice of meeting was posted in the locked box located on the south side of the Williamson County Courthouse, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the ______ day of ________, 2016 at ________ and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.