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Agenda for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONER'S COURT
NOVEMBER 21ST, 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 – 15 )
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
 

Fiscal Impact


6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
 

Fiscal Impact


7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
 

Attachments

 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, October 2017 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
 

Attachments

 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding acceptance of donation in the amount of $1500 from Celebration Church pursuant to Tex. Gov't Code 81.032.
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (8) Desks, (1) Credenza, (1) File shelf, (1) Bookcase, (20) Chairs, (1) Barcode Scanner, (2) Easels, (1) Computer, (1) Mouse, (1) Scanner, (1) Printer, (2) Pictures with frames, (1) Table, (1) Microwave, (1) Vacuum, (1) TV, (1) Hard drive, (1) Monitor stand, (1) Chair mat, (1) File cabinet, and (6) Light poles (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

Attachments

 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including (1) Bulletin Board, (1) Shelving Unit, (2) 4-Drawer file cabinets, (2) Office Chairs, (1) Bookshelf, (1) Desk w/return and Upper Storage Unit (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Govt Code 263.152.
 

Attachments

 
12.
Consider approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of October 2017 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 

Attachments

 
13.
Consider approving property tax collections for the month of October 2017 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 

Attachments

 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving Motor Vehicle Bills of Sale for four vehicles being transferred from the Williamson County & Cities Health District to Williamson County for operation and use in Williamson County's Onsite Sewage Facility regulation within Williamson County, Texas. 
 

Attachments

 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No. 6 in the amount of $50,000 to expire on November 30,2018 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Walker Texas Surveyors, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 18, 2015 for on call survey services at various locations for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
 
 

Attachments

 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing November as Pancreatic Cancer and Prostate Cancer Awareness month. 
 
17.
Receive and acknowledge the November 2017 Construction Summary Report for the Road Bond and Pass Through Financing Programs.
 

Attachments

 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
 
19.
Discuss and take appropriate action on Williamson County Expo Center, P418, Change Order # 21 from Flintco LLC in the amount of ($325,637.50) for receiving contingency and buyout savings credits and for additional close-out scopes of work. This change order work is being funded by the Construction Managers Contingency. The change order credits are being funded by the Construction Managers Contingency, Owners Construction Contingency and Buyout Savings.
 

Attachments

 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $550,000 from 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P290) to CR 305 @ IH35 Phase 1 (P306) of $450,000 and Bagdad Road @ CR 278 of $100,000.
 

Attachments

 
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a variance request to the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations from Sonwest Co. for Sonterra, Section 10 Phase 3 - Pct 3
 

Attachments

 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding a request by Judge Kennon to allocate Room 106 of the Justice Center for use by the Sheriff's Office.
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Resolution for the TXDOT Advance Funding Agreement for Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation Off the State System in regards to the CR 456 truss bridge in Copeland. 
 

Attachments

 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an  Advance Funding Agreement for Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation Off the State System with TXDOT in regards to the CR 456 truss bridge in Copeland. 
 

Attachments

 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with NSJS Limited Partnership for right of way needed on the SH 29 @ D.B. Wood Rd. project (Parcel 4) Funding source Road Bond P237
 

Attachments

 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Relocation of Water System Improvements relating to the CR 305 Project. Road Bond Funding Source P306
 

Attachments

 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Nelson Homestead Family Partnership, LTD. for right of way needed on the CR 110 Middle project (Parcel 6M). Road Bond Funding Source P261
 

Attachments

 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Timothy L. Kennedy for right of way needed on the CR 176 @ RM 2243 project. (Parcel 2) Road Bond Funding Source P241
 

Attachments

 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Chapter 381 Economic Development Program and Agreement with Lone Star Tangible Assets LP. 
 

Attachments

 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action in relation to an Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 submitted by the Applicant, Lealco, Inc., to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on reappointing Paulette McConchie, Rochelle Hall-Schwartz, and Rebecca O' Bryan Lieb to the Williamson County Child Welfare Board for the next three year term.
 
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on appointing Joy Alexander and Delia Cruz to the Williamson County Child Welfare Board for the three year term from October 2017 through September 2020.
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the contract statement of work from Motorola Solutions, Inc. to complete hardware refresh of the NICE recording platform for integration and compatibility with the new CISCO VoIP phone platform. (Note: procurement made pursuant to the Houston-Galveston Area Council HGAC contract #RA05-15).
 

Attachments

 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Catherine Roberts as the Williamson County representative for both Region 49, 700 MHz Regional Public Safety and the 800 MHz (NPSPAC) Regional Public Safety committee position.
 

Attachments

 
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for the Sale of Home at Berry Springs Park and Preserve under RFP # 1711-202.
 

Attachments

 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving second extension of contract #1510-018 - Fuel, for renewal option period 12/01/2017 - 11/30/2018 for the same contract terms and conditions, with Triple S Fuels, a Division of Texas Enterprises, Inc.
 

Attachments

 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Williamson County Pollution Liability coverage with AIG - Storage Tank Third Party Liability, TankGuard Warranty for Policy Number PLC000168373 for the term of 12/18/17 - 12/18/18. 
 
 

Attachments

 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing Knight Security Systems to perform installation of access card readers and video surveillance systems relating to the North Campus Project pursuant to DIR contract # DIR-TSO-3430, for a total cost of $121,671.26, and authorizing the execution of the service agreement.
 

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)."
 
39.
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
    g)    Project New World
    h)    Coop District Development 
    i)    Project Amazon
    j)    Project Valero
 
40.
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 278 @ Bagdad Rd.
    o)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Seward Junction SE Loop. 
    p)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 29 @ DB Wood.
    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.
    w)    Discuss Cedar Hollow low water crossings and Lost River.
    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.
    l)    Discuss possible sale or exchange of property to LCRA. 
    m)    Discuss sale of property adjacent to Blue Springs Boulevard, Georgetown, Texas.
    n)     Discuss the Interlocal Agreement with BRA for CR 305
    o)    Discuss a TXDOT AFA for the CR 456 truss bridge in Copeland.
    p)    Discuss the Inner Loop Maintenance Facility drainage easements and deed to the City of Georgetown

C.    Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman. 
 
41.
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)  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.
o)  Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-153-SS, Royce Belcher v. Williamson County, Texas, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
p)  Tax Increment Financing Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Hutto with respect to a proposed tax increment reinvestment zone (TIRZ) in Hutto, Teaxas.
q)  Williamson County Sheriff's Office Training Center construction issues.
r)  Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
s)  Discuss Williamson County Subdivision Regulations and Texas Local Government Code Chapter 232
t)  Medical subrogation lien settlement offer related to covered person in County's health benefits plan.
u)  Proposed Interlocal Agreement with ESD #2 relating to EMS Housing
v)  Cause No. D-1-GN-005913, City of Cedar Park, Texas and Burleson Ranch v. Public Utility Commission of Texas, District Court of Travis County, Texas
 
42.
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).
 
43.
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)
 
44.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 
45.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 
46.
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)  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)  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.
o)  Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-153-SS, Royce Belcher v. Williamson County, Texas, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
p)  Tax Increment Financing Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Hutto with respect to a proposed tax increment reinvestment zone (TIRZ) in Hutto, Texas.
q)  Williamson County Sheriff's Office Training Center construction issues.
r)  Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
s)  Discuss Williamson County Subdivision Regulations and Texas Local Government Code Chapter 232
t)  Medical subrogation lien settlement offer related to covered person in County's health benefits plan.
u)  Proposed Interlocal Agreement with ESD #2 relating to EMS Housing
v)  Cause No. D-1-GN-005913, City of Cedar Park, Texas and Burleson Ranch v. Public Utility Commission of Texas, District Court of Travis County, Texas
 
47.
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.
 
48.
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.