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Agenda for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONER'S COURT
AUGUST 15TH, 2017 
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 – 25 )
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Williamson County EMS.
 

Fiscal Impact


6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
 

Fiscal Impact


7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
 

Fiscal Impact


8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
 

Fiscal Impact


9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
 

Fiscal Impact


10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Road and Bridge Division.
 

Fiscal Impact


11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office.
 

Fiscal Impact


12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a line item transfer for Mobile Outreach Team.
 

Fiscal Impact


13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Non Departmental.
 

Fiscal Impact


14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Juvenile Services.
 

Fiscal Impact


15.
Discuss, Consider, and take appropriate action on a Line Item Transfer for Fleet Services.
 

Fiscal Impact


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 appointment of Leo Enriquez as an unpaid Reserve Deputy Constable for the Precinct 2 Constable's Office.
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of July 2017 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 
 

Attachments

 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of July 2017 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 
 

Attachments

 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of two hundred (200) wooden pallets through auction pursuant to TX. Local Gov't Code 263.152 and authorizing the special auction date of August 16, 2017 through GovDeals.
 

Attachments

 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including (2) Monitor's and (3) Folding tables (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

Attachments

 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of (1) Canon IPF 755 Plotter through Trade-in (see attached list) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

Attachments

 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) 2005 Ford F-150 (see attached list) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

Attachments

 
24.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Fellowship Church (Traffic control and security during various church services in Round Rock)
 

Attachments

 
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Sunset Meadows subdivision - Pct 4. 
 

Attachments

 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a proclamation recognizing August 19, 2017 as Overdose Awareness Day in Williamson County.
 

Attachments

 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
 
28.
Receive and acknowledge the August 2017 Construction Summary Report for the Road Bond and Pass Through Financing Programs.
 

Attachments

 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the Utility Agreement between Oncor Electric and Williamson County for utility relocations on North Mays, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct 1.
 
 

Attachments

 
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of -$5,837.31 for CR 110 South, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct 4.
 

Attachments

 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving 2006 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $525,000 from 2006 Road Bond Non-Departmental (P156) to Cedar Park ILA (P268).
 

Attachments

 
32.
10:00 a.m. Public Hearing on the proposed 2017 tax rate for Williamson County.
 
33.
Discuss 2017-2018 Budget.
 
34.
Consider adopting salaries and other compensation (per diem) for elected officials and authorize publication of notice.
 
35.
Consider authorizing written notice to each elected official of his/her salary and other compensation to be included in the 2017-2018 budget.
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the FY18 compensation increases.
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the County Judge to execute the Agreement between Beneplace, Inc., Voluntary Benefits Platform which offers special access to a variety of programs, goods and/or services from third parties at discounted or preferred prices made available by Beneplace through such platform, the "Beneplace Services".
 
 

Attachments

 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the County Judge to execute the Agreement between Paylogix, Common Remitter Service Agreement which works with the Beneplace Platform for the Voluntary Employee Discount Program, by remitting Voluntary Employee Elections and remitting payment for these Voluntary Employee Elections to the appropriate Voluntary Benefit Vendors.
 

Attachments

 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take any appropriate action regarding authorizing employee payroll deduction(s) for voluntary insurance platform through Beneplace Services.
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving the appointment of Bob Lubecker, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, with general authority to approve change orders for the Agreement between Owner and Contractor with Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc. relating to the Williamson County Cedar Park Tax Office Remodel Project for any increase or decrease in cost of $30,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code – Changes in Plans and Specifications; and further authorize Bob Lubecker to sign non-contractual permit applications associated with the construction of the Project.
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving the appointment of Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, with general authority to approve change orders for the Agreement for Construction Services with L. Wallace Construction Co., Inc. relating to the Williamson County Justice Center Roof Reconstruction and Improvements Project for any increase or decrease in cost of $5,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code – Changes in Plans and Specifications; and further authorize Dwayne Gossett to sign non-contractual permit applications associated with the construction of the Project.
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving the appointment of Bob Lubecker, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, with general authority to approve change orders for the Agreement between Owner and Contractor with Trimbuilt Construction, Inc. relating to the Williamson County Texas Avenue Facility Remodel (WCCHD Office Renovations) Project for any increase or decrease in cost of $30,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code – Changes in Plans and Specifications; and further authorize Bob Lubecker to sign non-contractual permit applications associated with the construction of the Project.
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving the appointment of Dale Butler, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, with general authority to approve change orders for the Agreement between Owner and Construction Manager-at-Risk with J. T. Vaughn Construction, LLC relating to the Williamson County Animal Shelter Expansion Project for any increase or decrease in cost of $30,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code – Changes in Plans and Specifications; and further authorize Dale Butler to sign non-contractual permit applications associated with the construction of the Project.
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving the appointment of Dale Butler, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, with general authority to approve change orders for the Agreement between Owner and Contractor with STR Constructors, Ltd. relating to the Williamson County Jail Kitchen and Plumbing Remodel Project for any increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code – Changes in Plans and Specifications; and further authorize Dale Butler to sign non-contractual permit applications associated with the construction of the Project.
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a State Plan of Operation (SPO) agreement  between the State of Texas and the Williamson County Sheriff's Office setting forth the terms and conditions which will be binding on the parties with respect to excess Department of Defense personal property transferred pursuant to 10 USC 2576a.
 

Attachments

 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Public Interest Contract between Williamson County and Coupland Civic Organization, Inc. for disbursement of $10,000.00 from the Landfill Community Recreation Facility Fund for renovations to be made to the Caboose situated in the Historic Depot of Coupland, Texas.
 

Attachments

 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal from Chasco Constructors, LTD, L.L.P. for the Williamson County Georgetown Annex.
 

Attachments

 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Metal Beam Guard Fence Contract #1507-002, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of September 8, 2017 - September 7, 2018, with RHB Construction.
 

Attachments

 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of armored courier service contract #1605-078, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018, with Dunbar Armored, Inc.
 

Attachments

 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive competitive sealed proposals for River Ranch County Park Residence under RFCSP # 1708-180.
 

Attachments

 
51.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for River Rd and Old Windmill Rd rehabilitation under IFB # 1708-182
 

Attachments

 
52.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for FY 17 Cross Culvert Replacements under IFB # 1708-183
 

Attachments

 
53.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB# 1706-169, for Ronald Regan BLVD Milling and Overlay to the lowest and best bidder, Lone Star Paving, and authorizing the execution of service agreement.
 

Attachments

 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Investment Advisory Services Contract, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing Contract for a two year term covering 8 September 2017 - 7 September 2019, with First Southwest Asset Management, LLC.
 

Attachments

 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP # 1705-166, Jail Kitchen & Plumbing Remodel, to the best proposer STR Constructors, LTD and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

Attachments

 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving service contract with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for the purchase of permitting software in the amount of $420,203.21 under DIR Contract # DIR-TSO-3149 to support the operations of the Williamson County On-Site Sewage Facilities Department and the Williamson County Central Health District and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

Attachments

 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Non Departmental.
 

Fiscal Impact


58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenue for the General Fund.
 

Fiscal Impact


59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge addition expenditures for the General Fund  in Non Departmental.
 

Fiscal Impact


60.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Sheriff's Office Donations:
 

Fiscal Impact


61.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Sheriff's Office Donations:
 

Fiscal Impact


62.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations:
 

Fiscal Impact


63.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to inforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations:
 

Fiscal Impact


64.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Juvenile Services:
 

Fiscal Impact


65.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Juvenile Services:
 

Fiscal Impact


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)."
 
66.
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 Columbus Balbo
    e)    Mega Site
    f)    Texas State Gold Depository
 
67.
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 the acquisition of real property for right-of-way for N. Mays St. Extension 
    b)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop. 
    c)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 176 at RM 2243
    d)    Discuss the acquisition of real property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
    e)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 101
    f)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 111
    g)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 278 at Bagdad Rd.
    h)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for proposed CR 110 project. (All sections)
    i)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
    j)    Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. 
    k)    Discuss acquisition of property located at NEC of Toll 130 and Gattis School Rd. 
    l)    Discuss the acquisition of a drainage easement for CR 108.
    m)     Discuss easement acquisitions from San Gabriel River Ranch Subdivision.
    n)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 258.
    o)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Seward Junction SE Loop. 
    p)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for US 183.
    q)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Hairy Man Rd. 
    r)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW Bypass.
    s)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Crossroad Acres.
    t)    Discuss proposed acquisition of real property on CR 138. 
    u)    Discuss proposed acquisition of real property at Highland Springs Lane. 
    v)    Discuss Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.
    x)    Discuss the acquisition of real property- Condra Funeral Home- Taylor, Texas
    y)    Discuss the acquisition of real property- S&D Plumbing- Taylor, Texas
    z)    Discuss the acquistiion of Real Estate for Tower Site. 

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 transfer  of right of way for Westinghouse Rd. to the City of Georgetown.
    e)    Discuss wastewater easements in Berry Springs Park
    f)    Discuss Development Agreement with Ashby Capital Investments, LLC
    g)    Discuss sale of County property on Ronald Reagan Blvd.
    h)    Discuss abandonment of County property on CR 123.  
    i)    Discuss possible sale or exchange of property at 350 Exchange Boulevard, Hutto, Texas
    j)    Discuss possible sale of +/- 10 acres located on Chandler Road near the County Sheriff's Office Training Facility
    k)    Discuss possible sale/disposition of a portion of CR 117. 

C.    Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman. 
 
68.
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.
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 419th Judicial District Court of Travis County
j)  Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal
k)  Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
l)  Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
m)  Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
n)  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
Commissary and the Williamson County Sheriff, In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas – Austin Division
o)  Law relating requests for the closure, abandonment or vacation of roadway(s) in the Woodland Park Subdivision.
p)  Requirements relating to grant of easement to Lone Star Regional Water Authority on Hwy 95
q)  Case No. 1:17-cv-00290, Rodney A. Hurdsman v. Williamson County Sheriff Deputies Pokluda et al, In The Unites States District Court For The Western District of Texas – Austin Division.
 
 
69.
Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors, employees and/or positions, including but not limited to conducting deliberation and discussion pertaining to annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters).
 
70.
Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center (Executive Session as per Texas Gov't. Code § 551.076).
 
REGULAR AGENDA (continued)
 
71.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 
72.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 
73.
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 419th 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)  Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
l)  Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
m)  Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
n)  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
o)  Law relating requests for the closure, abandonment or vacation of roadway(s) in the Woodland Park Subdivision.
p)  Requirements relating to grant of easement to Lone Star Regional Water Authority on Hwy 95
q)  Case No. 1:17-cv-00290, Rodney A. Hurdsman v. Williamson County Sheriff Deputies Pokluda et al, In The Unites States District Court For The Western District of Texas – Austin Division.
 
 
74.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors or employees, including but not limited to any necessary action pertaining to conducting annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials.
 
75.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

_________________________
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 ________, 2017 at ________ and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.