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Agenda for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
April 20, 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 – 15 )
 
4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including One (1) HP Designjet T2300 Plotter (valued greater than $5,000.00), pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

Attachments

 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action acknowledging line item transfers of $500 or less completed by the County Auditor during January - March 2021 (FY21-2nd Quarter).
 

Attachments

 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the purchase of a Glock Model 23 Handgun by Detective Steve Hall following his retirement from the Williamson County Sheriff's Office for the fair market value of $200, in accordance with Texas Government Code, Chapter 614, Subchapter D.
 

Attachments

 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and Hutto ISD Police Department for the sale of body armor in the amount of $100.00 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

Attachments

 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 04/14/2021 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 

Attachments

 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
 

Attachments

 
10.
To discuss and take appropriate action on noting in the minutes the County Clerk's CE hours from Tx Assoc of Counties' County Investment Academy program.
 

Attachments

 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the change order on the Services Contract between Williamson County and Charter Communications Operating, LLC/Spectrum to provide the installation of internet service for the Medic 11, Medic 53 and Emergency Medical Station 1, in the amount of $104.98 (on a month-to-month basis, this incudes a one time installation fee of $99.00) and exempting the item from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Govt. Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024(a)(7)(C) and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

Attachments

 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #T2585 for Jail Pharmaceuticals to the overall best respondent, Westwood Pharmacy and authorizing execution of the agreements.
 

Attachments

 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for Expo Center- Various Projects under, RFP T3931.
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 1 under Williamson County Contract for Environmental Services between SWCA Incorporated and Williamson County dated February 25, 2020 for Road and Bridge Environmental On-Call Services. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
 

Attachments

 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #3353 Cast in Place Concrete to RHB Construction in an amount not to exceed $600,000.00 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

Attachments

 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action to approve order pertaining to certificate of death of decedent, James B. Alexander, to authorize correction of listed details relevant to same and replace name of County Judge with next of kin.
 

Attachments

 
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Resolution declaring the week of April 11-17, 2021, as "Public Safety Telecommunicator Week" for Williamson County.
 

Attachments

 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on proclamation declaring the month of May 2021 as "Older Americans Month".
 

Attachments

 
19.
Hear an Annual Presentation of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in Williamson County from Dr. Donald Kelm, District Extension Administrator.
 

Attachments

 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a new concept to provide departments with long term staffing support while current employees are on approved leave under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights act (USERRA).
 
21.
Receive and discuss the 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and the Popular Annual Financial Report.  Only if necessary, take action regarding the same.
 

Attachments

 
22.
10:00 AM - Hold Public Hearing regarding setting the rate associated with the mandatory provider participation payments that Williamson County may require of all local hospitals for fiscal year (FY) 2021 in relation to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program and establish how the revenue derived from those payments may be spent in accordance with Chapter 292B of the Texas Health & Safety Code and the Williamson County Health Care Provider Participation Program Rules and Procedures.
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on setting the rate associated with the mandatory provider participation payments that Williamson County may require of all local hospitals for fiscal year (FY) 2021 in relation to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program and establish how the revenue derived from those payments may be spent in accordance with Chapter 292B of the Texas Health & Safety Code and the Williamson County Health Care Provider Participation Program Rules and Procedures.
 

Attachments

 
24.
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 the Tax Assessor Collector Office.
 

Fiscal Impact


25.
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 Tax Assessor Collector Office.
 

Fiscal Impact


26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstance and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Road and Bridge fund.
 

Fiscal Impact


27.
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 acknowledging the additional expenditure for Road and Bridge.
 

Fiscal Impact


28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Idemia Identity & Security USA, LLC and Williamson County for an upgrade to the existing LiveScan System in the amount of $6,054, and exempting this purchase from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions 262.024 (a)(7)(D) (captive replacement parts or components for equipment) and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

Attachments

 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Cityview Bible Church for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective April 20, 2021 (2441 CR 112 in Round Rock).
 

Attachments

 
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ T2086 Materials Testing and Geotechnical Testing to the fourteen (14) submitting firms for a period of four (4) years on an as-needed basis.
 

Attachments

 
31.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
 
32.
Receive the April 2021 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation.
 

Attachments

 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on updating the Flood Damage Prevention Order, providing a clarification on detention requirements.
 

Attachments

 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #T3336 Southwest Regional Park Parking Lot Fog Seal FY21 to the only responsive bidder Alpha Paving Industries, LLC. and authorize execution of the agreement.
 

Attachments

 
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ T3158 Design of CR 404 to RPS Infrastructure, Inc.  for the planning and design of the proposed realignment of County Road 404 and County Road 132 from west of FM 3349 to west of County Road 401 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

Attachments

 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Ronald Reagan Extension (Corridor D) contract between Williamson County and Halff Associates, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program.  Project: P238  Fund Source: Road Bonds
 

Attachments

 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 1 to the On-Call Environmental Services contract between Williamson County and SWCA, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program.  Project: As Needed  Fund Source: Road Bonds
 

Attachments

 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Treila Krueger Aery and Daniel Dwayne Krueger for right of way needed on the SE Loop project (Parcel 86 Parts 1-3). Funding Source: Road Bonds P463.
 

Attachments

 
39.
 Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Resolution for an Atlas 14 Grant Agreement with the Texas Water Development Board for a regional flood planning study.  
 
 

Attachments

 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Escrow Agreement with Wells Fargo Bank N.A. to obtain financial assistance from the TWDB for the purpose of funding the Williamson County Atlas 14 Floodplain Mapping Agreement.
 

Attachments

 
41.
Discuss consider and take appropriate action on an Atlas 14 Grant Agreement with the Texas Water Development Board for a regional flood planning study.
 

Attachments

 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a strategic plan for Williamson County.
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 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 American Rescue Plan funding, as well as possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act and American Rescue Plan funds.
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a First Amended and Restated Social Service Funding Agreement between Williamson County and the Lone Star Circle of Care in relation to the Wilco Forward Grant Program that is funded through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act for response to the Coronavirus Disease (COVID 19) pandemic through December 31, 2021 with the remainder of the contract to be funded through the Tobacco Fund.
 

Attachments

 
45.
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.
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the COVID-19 Vaccine Administration Agreement with Family Emergency Room, LLC.
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the COVID-19 Vaccine Administration Agreement with Curative Medical Associates PA.
 
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)."
 
48.
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 drainage/detention easements for real property North of WMCO Juvenile Detention Center
    u)    Discuss the acquisition of the MKT Right of Way
    v)    Discuss acquisition of drainage easement in relation to County Road 176
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 possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (formerly occupied by WCCHD)
    c)    Discuss property usage at Longhorn Junction
    d)    Discuss the sale of excess ROW at San Gabriel Parkway and Mel Mathis Ave. 
    e)    Discuss county owned property located at Ed Schmidt Boulevard Hutto, Texas
    f)     Discuss the sale of property located at 900 S Main St., Taylor, 76574
C.   Discuss the Williamson County Reimbursement Agreement for Construction of San Gabriel Blvd. and New Hope Road with the City of Leander and TIRZ #1.
 
49.
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)    Project Cedar
    c)    Project Expansion
    d)    Project Arcos
    e)    Project Woods
    f)     Project Liberty
    g)    Project Long Haul
    h)    Project Bon Jovi
    i)     Project Crystal
    j)     Project Link
    k)    Project Winston
    l)     Project Solo
    m)   Project Stamp
 
50.
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) Claim of Regina Wright.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) 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.
o)  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.
p) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
q) Claim, of Ramsey Mitchell.
r) 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.
s) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
t) 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.
u) Notice of Charge of Discrimination - Bhavani Madisetti-Vemireddy TWCCRD Charge No.: 1A21443/EEOC Charge No.: 31C-2021-00348C.
v) 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.
w) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
x) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00275; Big Fish Entertainment LLC v. Williamson County Sheriff's Office et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
y) Cause No. 20-1964-C395; Robert Chody v. Michael Gleason, In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
z) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
 
51.
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)
 
52.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 
53.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 
54.
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) Claim of Regina Wright.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) 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.
o)  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.
p) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
q) Claim, of Ramsey Mitchell.
r) 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.
s) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
t) 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.
u) Notice of Charge of Discrimination - Bhavani Madisetti-Vemireddy TWCCRD Charge No.: 1A21443/EEOC Charge No.: 31C-2021-00348C.
v) 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.
w) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
x) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00275; Big Fish Entertainment LLC v. Williamson County Sheriff's Office et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
y) Cause No. 20-1964-C395; Robert Chody v. Michael Gleason, In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
z) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
 
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56.
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 16th day of April 2021 at 5:00 PM and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.