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Agenda for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
March 9, 2021 
9:30 A.M.

The Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas will meet in regular session in the Commissioners Courtroom, 710 Main Street, in Georgetown, Texas to consider the following items:
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 
2.
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.
 
3.
Public Comment Period. The Commissioners Court will conduct a Public Comment Period to allow members of the public to address the Court regarding matters pertaining to or affecting Williamson County but that do not appear as an Agenda Item on a meeting's Agenda.  During such Public Comment Period, speakers shall be limited to a maximum of two (2) minutes to make his/her remarks and the maximum overall discussion time allowed for the Public Comment Period, regardless of the number of members of the public wishing to address the Court during such period, shall be limited to ten (10) minutes.  Speaking time, to the extent possible, will be evenly allocated among speakers should more than five (5) speakers desire to speak during the Public Comment Period.  Please 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 4 – 17 )
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Line Item Transfer for Non-Departmental.
 

Fiscal Impact


5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various County vehicle and equipment assets through Auction including One (1) Chevy Malibu, Three (3) Chevy Tahoes, One (1) Dodge Caravan, One (1) Speed Awareness Trailer Radar, One (1) Chip Spreader, One (1) John Deere Loader, Two (2) Dura Patchers, One (1) Caterpillar Backhoe/Loader and One (1) Pressure Washer, pursuant to the Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

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6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
 

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7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2020 Racial Profiling & Comprehensive Analysis Report from Williamson County Constable Pct. 4.
 

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8.
Discuss and acknowledge grant from TPWD for restoration of spring environs at Twin Spring Preserve.
 

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9.
Discuss and acknowledge grant submission to US Fish and Wildlife Service (Department of Interior) related to a planning process for likely amending/appending the Williamson County Regional Habitat Conservation Plan to cover six additional species.
 

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10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the appointment of Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Morgan Spencer, to be designated as the Local Rabies Control Authority (LRCA) effective March 9, 2021 for the purposes of the Rabies Control Act of 1981.
 

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11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the quotation between Axon Enterprises and Williamson County for the purchase of taser cartridges in the amount of $8,000, pursuant to Texas Smart Buy contract # 680-A1, and authorizing execution of the quote.
 

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12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the appointment of Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, Tom Stanfield, with general authority to approve invoices and change orders for the Child Advocacy Center Addition Project (P530) for any increase or decrease in cost of $30,000 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code; changes in Plans and Specifications; provided, however, the original contract price may not be increased by more than 25% and the original contract price may not be decreased by 18% or more without the consent of the contractor.
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Work Authorization No. 5 for the Criminal Justice Center Court Build-Out (P515) in the amount of $40,247.00 to expire on November 30, 2021, under Williamson County First Amended and Restated Agreement for Architectural and Engineering Services between Williamson County and Steinbomer & Associates, Architects, Inc., dated November 24, 2020.
 

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14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting a report on the Williamson County River Ranch County Park Ph. 1 Project (P315); Prime Construction Deductive Change Order #11 in the amount of ($15,009.98) This change order is a deductive change for a credit for utilities.  There is also an extension request for 7 weather days.
 

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15.
Discuss consider and take appropriate action on approving the services between Williamson County and Vaughn Construction to provide waterproofing services to the Williamson County ESOC building in the amount of $76,123.07 per the terms of Choice Partners Contract # 20/017MR-20 and by authorizing the execution of this contract.
 

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16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #T1386 Portland Cement to the only responsive bidder Martin Marietta.
 

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17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Bluffs on Clear Creek private subdivision – Precinct 2.
 

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REGULAR AGENDA
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve order for interment by cremation of deceased (James B. Alexander) who passed away in Justice of the Peace, Pct. 2 of Williamson County, TX where there has been no inquest by the Justice of the Peace and the county has discretion to inter, pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code § 711.002(e), and authorize Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.
 

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19.
Discuss and take appropriate action on proclaiming the month of March 2021 as Purchasing Month and recognizing the Purchasing Department as a recipient of the 2020 Achievement of Excellence in Public Procurement Award by the National Procurement Institute (NPI).
 

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20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Lease Agreement between Williamson County, as Lessor, and the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center, Inc., as Lessee, for the commercial property located at  211 Commerce Blvd, Building A, Round Rock, Tx 78664, which will allow the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center, Inc. to continue the public purpose use of providing a multidisciplinary response to allegations of child abuse to child victims in Williamson County during the construction and expansion of the current location that was leased by the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center, Inc. at 1811 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown, TX 78626.
 

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21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreement for Legal Assistant Services for the Williamson County Transformative Justice Program between Williamson County and Karen Calcagno-Miller; and exemption of such services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov't Code § 262.024(a)(4).
 

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22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on exempting Larry Perez Signs and Graphix from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemptions as set forth under Texas Local Government Code §262.024.(a)(4), 262.024.(a)(7)(A) and 262.024.(a)(7)(D), for the one-time purchase of vehicle decals in the estimated amount of $26,785. (Forfeiture Funds)
 

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23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of ammunition in the amount of $122,172.98 from GT Distributors, Inc. pursuant to BuyBoard contract #603-20
 

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24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Lexipol LLC and Williamson County for online subscription services in the amount of $17,165 and exempting this purchase from the competitive bidding requirement per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions §262.024 (a)(7)(A) and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

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25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstance to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the General Fund.
 

Fiscal Impact


26.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Sheriff's Office.
 

Fiscal Impact


27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the effective date of May 28th, 2021 with a first pay date of June 18th, 2021 for the compensation changes related to Salary Study 3B as approved on the February 23rd, 2021 agenda.
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer (as attached) for various departments as related to Salary Study 3B.
 

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29.
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 the Records Management/Preservation Fund for the County Clerk (Fund 0385).
 

Fiscal Impact


30.
Discuss consider and take appropriate action on approving the service agreement between Williamson County and Motorola Solutions, Inc.to provide the replacement of an existing generator in the amount of $155,000.00 per the terms of DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-4101 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
 

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31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on rejecting bids submitted on IFB T3162 New and Latest Model 36' Gooseneck Trailer for the HazMat department and authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids under the new IFB T3406.
 

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32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on ratifying the agreement between Williamson County and Belfor USA Group, Inc. to provide emergency response services to Williamson County Central Texas Treatment Center during the Central Texas Winter Storm in the amount of $129,681.39 per the terms of Buy Board #591-19 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
 

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33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on the Wilco Forward grant program, setting budget priorities in relation to remaining CARES Act funds and possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act funds.
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on matters relating to Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccinations in Williamson County, to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on administration of vaccines in Williamson County, coordination and programming of vaccination sites, locations and/or clinics, amending vaccination administration agreements with vaccination service providers Curative Medical Associates PA and Family Emergency Room, LLC and communication and outreach efforts regarding vaccinations.
 
35.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ T2666 Ronald Reagan Corridor Section A, RM 2243/Leander Road to SH 29, to LJA Engineering, Inc for Engineering Services and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

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37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ T2666 Ronald Reagan Corridor Section C, FM 3405- RM 2338/Williams Drive, to Volkert, Inc. for Engineering Services and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

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38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ T2666 Ronald Reagan Corridor Section D, RM 2338/ Williams Dr. to HWY 195, to Rodriquez Transportation Group (RTG) for Engineering Services and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

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39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ T2666 Ronald Reagan Corridor Section E, SH 195- IH 35, to Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. for Engineering Services and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

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40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ T2444 CR 201 Phase 1 (CR 200- Umbrella Sky), to WSB & Associates dba WSB Engineers and Surveyors, Inc. for Engineering Services and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

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41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a possession and use agreement and grazing lease with J.A. Davidson, Pamela G. Martin, Dennis L. Davidson and James A. Davidson Jr. for right of way needed on the Corridor C project (Parcel 11 Pats 2 & 3). Funding Source: Road Bonds P459
 

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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.
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 SW 183 and SH 29 Loop. 
    b)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 176 at RM 2243
    c)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 278
    d)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
    e)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Seward Junction SE and SW Loop. 
    f)     Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 29 @ DB Wood.
    g)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 366. 
    h)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for N. Mays.
    i)     Discuss Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.
    j)     Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 111.
    k)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
    l)     Discuss the acquisition of real property for future SH 29 corridor. 
    m)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for the expansion of Ronald Reagan at IH 35.
    n)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
    o)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
    p)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
    q)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for SE Loop/Corridor A. 
    r)     Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
    s)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. 
    t)     Discuss the acquisition of real property in conjunction with WCCF for potential parkland/bird habitat.
    u)    Discuss the acquisition of drainage/detention easements for real property North of WMCO Juvenile Detention Center
    v)    Discuss the acquisition of the MKT Right of Way
    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)    Potential governmental uses for 8th Street downtown parking lot 
    c)    Discuss possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (formerly occupied by WCCHD)
    d)    Discuss property usage at Longhorn Junction
    e)    Discuss the sale of excess ROW at San Gabriel Parkway and Mel Mathis Ave. 
    f)     Discuss county owned property located at Ed Schmidt Boulevard Hutto, Texas
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 Williamson County Reimbursement Agreement for Construction of San Gabriel Blvd. and New Hope Road with the City of Leander and TIRZ #1
 
43.
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)    Wolf Lakes
    c)    Flint Hill Resources-Taylor Fuel Storage Terminal on CR 366
    d)    Project Deliver
    e)    Project Advantage
    f)     Project Cedar
    g)    Project Expansion
    h)    Project Arcos
    i)     Project Woods
    j)     Project Co-Op
    k)    Project Liberty
    l)     Project Long Haul
    m)   Project Bon Jovi
    n)    Project Crystal
    o)    Project Link
    p)    Project Winston
 
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. 1:18-CV-49, Troy Mansfield v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
f) Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
g)  Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01114-LY, Elizabeth Saucedo and Tettus Davis v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
h)  Cause No. 1:18-CV-0198; Officer Mary Teague v. Williamson County, Travis County and City of Giddings, In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
i)  D-1-GN-19-005511; Brian Johns v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 53rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
j)  Civil Action No. 1:19-CV-1163; Amanda McCoy v. Williamson County, Texas et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division.
k) Claim of Regina Wright.
l) Cause No. 19-0406-C368; Anthony Garcia and Victoria Garcia et al. v. Stephen Wade Freeman et al. v. Wayne Finch et al.; In the 368th District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
m) Case: 1:20-CV-255-LY; Jay Kreper v. Williamson County et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
n) Case Number 1:20-cv-01068-LY ; Javier Ambler, Sr., et al. v. Williamson County, Texas, , In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
o) Case 1:20-cv-00927-LY; Heather Vargas v. Williamson County, Texas; In The United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas Austin Division.
p) Case No. 1:20-CV-00842; SonWest Co. v. J. TERRON EVERSTON, in his official capacity as Williamson County Engineer, et al.;   In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
q)  Civil Action No. 1:20-cv-836; Elizabeth Firey v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas Austin Division.
r) Legal matters relating to Bailey Park Subdivision, Jarrell, Texas.
s) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
t) Claim of the Estate of Okey Floyd Jones, Sr.
u) Claim, of Ramsey Mitchell.
v) Legal matters pertaining to TENEX Software Solutions, Inc.
w) Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-74; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
x) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
y) Legal matters and claims relating to the City of Austin purchasing property in Williamson County for purposes of operating temporary or permanent housing of homeless in Williamson County.
z) Notice of Charge of Discrimination - Bhavani Madisetti-Vemireddy TWCCRD Charge No.: 1A21443/EEOC Charge No.: 31C-2021-00348C.
aa) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00172-LY; Charles William Thornburg v. Williamson County, Texas; Robert Chody, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
bb) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis 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).
 
REGULAR AGENDA (continued)
 
46.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 
47.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other 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. 1:18-CV-49, Troy Mansfield v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
f) Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
g)  Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01114-LY, Elizabeth Saucedo and Tettus Davis v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
h)  Cause No. 1:18-CV-0198; Officer Mary Teague v. Williamson County, Travis County and City of Giddings, In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
i)  D-1-GN-19-005511; Brian Johns v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 53rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
j)  Civil Action No. 1:19-CV-1163; Amanda McCoy v. Williamson County, Texas et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division.
k) Claim of Regina Wright.
l) Cause No. 19-0406-C368; Anthony Garcia and Victoria Garcia et al. v. Stephen Wade Freeman et al. v. Wayne Finch et al.; In the 368th District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
m) Case: 1:20-CV-255-LY; Jay Kreper v. Williamson County et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
n) Case Number 1:20-cv-01068-LY ; Javier Ambler, Sr., et al. v. Williamson County, Texas, , In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
o) Case 1:20-cv-00927-LY; Heather Vargas v. Williamson County, Texas; In The United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas Austin Division.
p) Case No. 1:20-CV-00842; SonWest Co. v. J. TERRON EVERSTON, in his official capacity as Williamson County Engineer, et al.;   In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
q)  Civil Action No. 1:20-cv-836; Elizabeth Firey v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas Austin Division.
r) Legal matters relating to Bailey Park Subdivision, Jarrell, Texas.
s) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
t) Claim of the Estate of Okey Floyd Jones, Sr.
u) Claim, of Ramsey Mitchell.
v) Legal matters pertaining to TENEX Software Solutions, Inc.
w) Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-74; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
x) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
y) Legal matters and claims relating to the City of Austin purchasing property in Williamson County for purposes of operating temporary or permanent housing of homeless in Williamson County.
z) Notice of Charge of Discrimination - Bhavani Madisetti-Vemireddy TWCCRD Charge No.: 1A21443/EEOC Charge No.: 31C-2021-00348C.
aa) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00172-LY; Charles William Thornburg v. Williamson County, Texas; Robert Chody, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
bb) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
 
49.
 
50.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

_________________________
Bill Gravell, Jr., 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 5th day of March 2021 at 5:00 PM and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.