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Agenda for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONER'S COURT
AUGUST 28TH, 2018 
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 the Debt Service Fund:
 

Fiscal Impact


6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
 

Fiscal Impact


7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Tax Assessor/Collector.
 

Fiscal Impact


8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Emergency Communications.
 

Fiscal Impact


9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on budget line item transfer for Juvenile Services. 
 

Fiscal Impact


10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the All District Courts.
 

Fiscal Impact


11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction for the period of 7/26/2018 through 8/22/2018.
 

Attachments

 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Inter-Departmental Transfer for the period of 7/26/2018 through 8/22/2018.
 

Attachments

 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction for the period of 7/26/2018 through 8/22/2018.
 

Attachments

 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 2 in the amount of $20,000.00 to expire on September 30, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Kleinfelder Inc and Williamson County dated February 23, 2017 for On Call Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
 

Attachments

 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Coupland Estates subdivision - Pct 4.
 

Attachments

 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application to the Texas Historical Commission required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the Great Oaks Drive Bridge at Brushy Creek project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 1.
 

Attachments

 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 5 with Cox Commercial Construction in the amount of $8,742.74 for RM 620 Phase 2, a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct 1.  Project: P235; Funding: Road Bond.
 

Attachments

 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2017 Capital Improvement Program Budget Transfer to move $7,131 from Cedar Park Annex Building (P452) to NICE Equipment Upgrade Project (P468).
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Williamson County Georgetown Annex Project, P325, Change Order # 15 from Chasco Constructors in the amount of $40,182.81 to approve existing contract funding for miscellaneous subcontractor scopes of work that are necessary to complete the project based on the original design intent. This change order is being funded by the Construction Managers Contingency. 
 

Attachments

 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Change Order No. 3, to contract number IFB 1708-182, in the amount of -$16,843.07 for major rehabilitation associated with River Rd. and Old Windmill Rd.
 

Attachments

 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 2 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Dunaway Associates LP and Williamson County dated March 20, 2018 for Structural and Civil Karst Mitigation Relating to the Cave at Cambria Drive, Round Rock, Texas for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
 

Attachments

 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Dunaway Associates, LP and Williamson County dated March 20, 2018 for Structural and Civil Karst Mitigation Relating to the Cave at Cambria Drive Round Rock, Texas for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
 

Attachments

 
24.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Raude Yepez and Amelia Alvarado for ROW needed on CR 200 (Parcel 11). Funding Source: Road Bonds P285
 

Attachments

 
25.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Ernest W. Kimbro for ROW needed on CR 111. (Parcel 21) Funding Source: Road Bonds P249
 
 

Attachments

 
26.
10:00 AM Hold Public Hearing on the 2018-2019 County Budget.
 
27.
Discuss 2018-2019 Budget.
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2018-2019 General Fund Budget.
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2018-2019 Road and Bridge Fund County Budget.
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2018-2019 Debt Service Fund County Budget.
 
31.
 Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the adoption of the 2018 tax rates for Williamson County.
 

Attachments

 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the Tax Collection Agreement between the North San Gabriel Municipal Utility District No. 2 and the County of Williamson, Texas.
 

Attachments

 
33.
Discuss and take appropriate action on renewal of contract with DSHS for remote access for the County Clerk plus Data Use Agreement and Security Privacy Agreement.
 

Attachments

 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action for approval of Information Release Contract between Texas Workforce Commission and the Williamson County Sheriff's Office including authority for Chief Deputy to sign same.
 

Attachments

 
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Professional Services Agreement between KGA Architecture and Williamson County, for the construction and renovation of County Facilities and authorizing execution of the Professional Services Agreement and related Work Authorizations.
 

Attachments

 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $20,000.00 to expire September 30, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Architectural and Engineering Services between KGA Architecture and Williamson County dated August 28, 2018 for Williamson County Server Building for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
 

Attachments

 
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #1806-241 for Concrete Work for Oak Haven Circle Extension Project to the lowest responsive bidder A Greater Austin Development.
 

Attachments

 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Change Order No 1 to the agreement with Chasco Constructors, LTD, LLP approved on June 12, 2018, for an increase of $85,408.00 for karst drilling, additional concrete fill and construction equipment rentals.
 

Attachments

 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB # 1806-235 Repairing, Milling & Overlay - Ronald Reagan Blvd from SH 195 to IH 35 to the lowest responsive bidder Austin Materials and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

Attachments

 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding Invitation to Bid # 1805-232 State Hwy 29 at CR 200 Loop 332 to the lowest responsive bidder, Cox Commercial Construction. As the project is on the TxDOT system, award of the Contract is contingent upon TxDOT concurrence.
 

Attachments

 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of PowerEdge servers to support the operations of Williamson County from EST Group in the amount of $61,180.48 pursuant to Buy Board contract #498-15.
 

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)."
 
42.
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 North Woods Road District.
    c)    Project Amazon
    d)    Wolf Lakes
    e)    Project Capstone
    f)    Project Dalton House
    g)    Flint Hill Resources-Taylor Fuel Storage Terminal on CR 366
    
    
 
43.
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
   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: CR 101
    e)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 200
    f)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 278 at Bagdad Rd.
    g)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 29 LTP.
    h)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
    i)    Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. 
    j)     Discuss the acquisition of real property and easements from San Gabriel River Ranch Subdivision.
    k)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 278 @ Bagdad Rd.
    l)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Seward Junction SE Loop. 
    m)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 29 @ DB Wood.
    n)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Hairy Man Rd. 
    o)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW Bypass.
    p)    Discuss Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.
    q)    Discuss the aquisition of real property for CR 111.
    r)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
    s)    Discuss an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Hutto regarding CR 163.
    t)    Discuss the acquisition of drainage easements on the Forest North Drainage Project. 
B.    Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
   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 wastewater easements in Berry Springs Park
    c)    Discuss sale of County property on Ronald Reagan Blvd.
    d)    Discuss possible sale of +/- 10 acres located on Chandler Road near the County Sheriff's Office Training Facility
    e)     Potential governmental uses for 8th Street downtown parking lot 
    f)    Discuss possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (formerly occupied by WCCHD)
    g)    Discuss property usage at Longhorn Junction
C.    Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman. 
D.     Discuss the possible placement of agricultural-related monuments at the Williamson County Exposition Center with the participation of third parties.
E.     Discuss the San Gabriel River trail easements. 

 
 
44.
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) Employee/personnel related matters
d) 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)  Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
f)  Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal
g)  Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
h)  Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
i)  Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
j)  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.
k)  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.
l)  Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
m)  LCRA TSC Leander-Round Rock 138-Kv Transmission Line Project within the Public Right-Of-Way (Row) of New Hope Road, Ronald Reagan Boulevard, and Hero Way
n)  Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
o)  Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01114-LY, Elizabeth Saucedo v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
p)  Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01113-LY, Tettus Davis v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
q)  Amendment to Interlocal Lease Agreement between Williamson County and City of Georgetown relating to Williamson County's property located near Martin Luther King Boulevard and 8th Streets in Georgetown, Texas
r)  Civil Action No. 1:18-CV-49, Troy Mansfield v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
s)  Discuss law in relation to Williamson County compensation policies.
t)  Erik Olmeda vs. Williamson County and Keith LNU, In the County Court at Law No. 4 of Williamson County, Texas
u)  Cause No. 18-0903-C425; Dee Hobbs, Williamson County Attorney v. Dan A. Gattis, Williamson County Judge, and Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey and Larry Madsen, County Commissioners; In the 425th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
 
 
45.
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).
 
46.
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)
 
47.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 
48.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 
49.
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) Employee/personnel related matters
d) 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) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
f)  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
g)  Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
h)  Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
i)  Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
j)  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.
k)  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.
l)  Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
m)  LCRA TSC Leander-Round Rock 138-Kv Transmission Line Project within the Public Right-Of-Way (Row) of New Hope Road, Ronald Reagan Boulevard, and Hero Way
n)  Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
o)  Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01114-LY, Elizabeth Saucedo v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
p)  Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01113-LY, Tettus Davis v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
q)  Amendment to Interlocal Lease Agreement between Williamson County and City of Georgetown relating to Williamson County's property located near Martin Luther King Boulevard and 8th Streets in Georgetown, Texas
r)  Civil Action No. 1:18-CV-49, Troy Mansfield v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
s)  Discuss law in relation to Williamson County compensation policies.
t)  Erik Olmeda vs. Williamson County and Keith LNU, In the County Court at Law No. 4 of Williamson County, Texas
u)  Cause No. 18-0903-C425; Dee Hobbs, Williamson County Attorney v. Dan A. Gattis, Williamson County Judge, and Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey and Larry Madsen, County Commissioners; In the 425th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
 
 
50.
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.
 
51.
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 ________, 2018 at ________ and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.