NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
AUGUST 31, 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.
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 3 – 36 )
( Items 3 – 36 )
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Corrections Department.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0570.004705 |
Description:
Pre Employment Screenings |
Amount:
$1,800 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0570.003111 |
Description:
Kitchen Supplies |
Amount:
$1,800 |
4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Fleet Services.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0882.0882.003301 |
Description:
Gasoline |
Amount:
$25,000 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0882.0882.003524 |
Description:
Sublets |
Amount:
$25,000 |
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0200-0210-004150 |
Description:
Surveying |
Amount:
$30,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0200-0210-004160 |
Description:
Lab Fees |
Amount:
$30,000.00 |
6.
Approve and note in the official minutes the Employee Policy Manual effective 10/1/2021.
Attachments
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a request for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to apply for a The Rachael Ray No-Kill Excellence Grants to aid in the care of the most vulnerable animals at the shelter from the Best Friends Animal Society.
Attachments
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the FY22 CSCD (Adult Probation) DWI-Drug Court Counselor Memorandum of Understanding.
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9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the FY22 CSCD (Adult Probation) CSR Memorandum of Understanding.
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10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Williamson County and Mythics for the purchase of Oracle software updates, licenses and support for the Payroll and Human Resource platforms in the amount of $73,120.23 pursuant to the DIR contract #DIR-TSO-4158, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies for programming customization and support for a total amount of $2,000.00 per the Sourcewell Contract #110515-TTI, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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12.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding termination of Professional Service Agreement for Training and Traumatic Event Response for Williamson County Sheriff's Office with Tania Glenn & Associates, PA and authorize county judge to sign letter proving 30-day notice of termination.
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13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Amendment with Correct Solutions, LLC operating under RFP 1807-248 for Inmate Telephone for the Williamson County Jail to extend current term ending on December 12, 2021 through March 31, 2022 and allow adequate time for issuance of a new RFP and conduct due diligence regarding the county's available options in this category of services.
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14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the purchase of ASL 5000 Ventilator Training Device from Ingmar Medical in the amount of $39,739.00 and authorize the execution of the County Addendum.
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15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Non-Disclosure Agreement between Global Payments Direct, Inc. and Williamson County and authorize the execution of the agreement.
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16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Contract between Williamson County and Facilities Resources, Inc. for the purchase of furniture for the District Attorney's Office in the total amount of $1,748.54 per the terms of the Omnia National Co-op contract #2019-001896, and authorizing the execution of the contract.
Attachments
17.
Discuss, consider and take the appropriate action on approving the Contract between Williamson County and Facilities Resources, Inc. for the purchase of furniture for the District Attorney's Office for the total amount of $2,531.92 per the terms of the Omnia National Co-op contract number 2019-001896, and authorizing the execution of the contract.
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18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the contract between Williamson County and Facilities Resources, Inc. for the purchase of furniture at the District Attorney's Office for the total amount of $3,275.94 per the terms of the Omnia National contract number 2019-001896, and authorizing the execution of the contract.
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19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #T4166, for Bank Depository to Wells Fargo Bank N.A. for the Williamson County Treasurer's Office and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
Attachments
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a new 36-month term agreement with Thomas Reuters for CLEAR Proflex with preferred pricing for legal and judicial research for various county offices.
Attachments
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Thomson Reuters and Williamson County for a Westlaw Proflex Subscription pursuant to DIR-LGL-CALIR-02 in the amount of $5,949.18 per month, for 36 months, and authorize execution of the agreement.
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22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving an agreement between TransUnion Risk and Alternative Data Solutions, Inc. and Williamson County for a research database subscription in the amount of $280 per month, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to ratify two Deeds without Warranty from Williamson County, Texas, acting as Trustee, to JJ Service and Septic Service, LLC, pursuant to Section 34.05 (a) and (h) of the Texas Property Tax Code.
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24.
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 Jail Magistrate Court Project (P540) 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.
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension to Emergency Generator and Automatic Transfer Switch Preventative Maintenance Contract #1812-283 with Austin Generator Service, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract, with the exception of, incorporation of the updated equipment inventory listing in the document titled "FY22 Austin Generator, Facilities, Equipment List, Compensation and Fee" for the term of October 1, 2021 - September 30, 2022.
Attachments
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the temporary closing of CR 375 for road work to replace cross culverts.
Attachments
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authoriztion No 1 to Work Authorization No 6 under Williamson County Contract between Surveying And Mapping, LLC and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for Design Surveying & ROW Delineation within Durham Park Subdivision Phase III. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004150.
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28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to amend and clarify the correct amount of a Work Authorization No 5 between Rifeline, LLC and Williamson County to reflect the true and correct amount of $23,005.00 instead of the incorrect amount of $20,005.00 that was recited previously under Item No 34 of the Williamson County Commissioners Court August 27, 2019 Regular Session. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
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29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 4 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Texas A&M Transportation Institute and Williamson County dated April 26, 2016 for Foam Asphalt Pavement Design. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004160.
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30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 3 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Atlas Technical Consultants, LLC and Williamson County dated April 23, 2020 for On Call Materials Testing and Geotechnical Engineering Services. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004160.
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31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 3 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between HNTB Corporation and Williamson County dated December 17, 2019 for General Engineering Consultant - Construction Management/Inspection Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge Department Projects.
Attachments
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to void the Agreement for Construction Services between Williamson County, Texas and DeNucci Constructors, LLC that was previously approved under Item No. 35 of the August 3, 2021 Williamson County Commissioners Court session and executed effective as of August 4, 2021, and replace said agreement with the Standard Form of Agreement by and between Williamson and County and DeNucci Constructors, LLC for the T4327 Great Oaks Drive Improvements at Brushy Creek Road Project, dated to be effective as of August 20, 2021.
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33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for 21IFB15 South Bounds Street Overlay and Drainage Improvements in Thrall, TX. Funding Source is P374.
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for 21IFB16 Cotrell Street Overlay. Funding Source is P369.
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the revised preliminary plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 4 subdivision – Precinct 3.
Attachments
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Retreat at 971 subdivision – Precinct 4.
Attachments
REGULAR AGENDA
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution declaring September 2021 as Preparedness Month in Williamson County, Texas.
Attachments
38.
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.
39.
Deliberate, discuss, consider, receive information/situational updates and take any appropriate action pertaining to the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19).
40.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action to approve Third Amendment to Administrative Services Agreement with Web TPA Employer Services, LLC in order to support county's indigent health program operations and exempting services through December 31, 2021 from competitive bidding or proposal requirements pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code Chapter 262.2 ("public healht or safety").
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41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving an agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County Crisis Center d/b/a Hope Alliance for reimbursement under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) for expenses incurred as a result of COVID-19.
Attachments
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving an agreement between Williamson County and Sacred Heart Community Clinic for reimbursement under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) for expenses incurred as a result of COVID-19.
Attachments
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving a Second Addendum to the agreement between Williamson County and Bluebonnet Trails Community MHMR Center d/b/a Bluebonnet Trails Community Services for Private Psychiatric Hospital Beds for reimbursement under the Coronarvirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) and The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA for expenses incurred as a result of COVID-19.
Attachments
44.
Discuss, consder and take appropriate action approving a First Amended Agreement between Williamson County and Bluebonnet Trails Community Services for Specialty Programs.
Attachments
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing advertising and setting date for public hearing on the 2021-2022 District Clerk Record Archive Fund (0387) Plan for September 14, 2021 at 10:15 AM.
Attachments
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Therapeutic Infusion Services Agreement for Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) treatment, including observation services as needed, between Williamson County and Family Hospital Systems; and exempting the procurement of such services from the competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024(a)(2) - an item necessary to preserve the health and safety of the residents of Williamson County.
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on hierarchy of actions/protocol on Williamson County Conservation Foundation activities related to Commissioners Court.
48.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval of an agreement with Pearson Education, Inc. and authorize photos of the Williamson County EMS for use in a paramedic textbook and promote public health and safety education.
Attachments
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a First Amended Agreement with Capital Area Emergency Communications District (CAECD) and Williamson County Emergency Communications.
Attachments
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2015 Certificate of Obligations budget transfer to move $232,997.35 from P356 (2015 CO Non-Departmental) to P540 (Jail Renovations Phase II).
51.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2018 Capital Improvement Program budget transfer to close P435 (Animal Shelter Expansion) and move $367,002.65 to P540 (Jail Renovations Phase II).
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Texas Mamma Jamma Ride for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective September 18, 2021 (Traffic control in Eastern Williamson County).
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53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District regarding off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2021.
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54.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action relating to county-level redistricting:
- Receive an update on any work having been done to date by the redistricting committee consisting of Commissioners Covey and Long since being appointed on November 17, 2020
- Hear about any work that has been done by Potts & Reilly LLP since they were contracted on June 8, 2021
- Discuss any timeline and process regarding this work, including public input and adding redistricting information on the county's web site
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55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing Gary Boyd for his years of service to the citizens and critters of Williamson County.
56.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
57.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Construction Contract between Vaughn Construction, LLC and Williamson County for renovations at the County Jail, pursuant to Omnia Contract R200107 in the amount of $1,904,709 and authorize the execution of the agreement. Funding Source is P540.
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58.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of ($12,682.90) for T3082 Southeast Loop Phase 2 Demolition (HCS, Inc. Commercial General Contractor) P: 463 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 4 to the Southeast Loop (Corridor A1/A2) contract between Williamson County and Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. (JMT) relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program. Project: P392. Fund Source: Road Bonds.
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60.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Survey Access Consent Form/Release of Liability and Indemnification Agreement with Fuessel Holdings, LLC for right of entry needed on the SE Loop Segment 3 project (Parcel 94).
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61.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Rule 11 Condemnation Settlement Agreement with William A. Rogers, Jr. as the Trustee of the Tiffany Tankersely Wolfe 1997 Children's Trust for right of way needed on the SE Loop Project - Segment 1 (Parcel 26). Funding Source: Road Bonds P463.
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62.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement for Completing Design Services and Construction Related to Relocation of Georgetown Waterline Improvements Along County Road 200 and an Amendment of Easement Agrement with the City of Georgetown.
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63.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 5 claims for moving expenses on the Corridor H- Sam Bass Road project, Parcel 13- Sam Bass Storage for right of way acquired. Funding Source: Road Bonds P462.
Unit O10- Daniel Horgos
Unit E29- Elmar Widowitz
Unit M5- Elizabeth Cendejas-Saenz
Unit D24- Octavian Laies
Unit C03- Mark Kallenbach
Unit O10- Daniel Horgos
Unit E29- Elmar Widowitz
Unit M5- Elizabeth Cendejas-Saenz
Unit D24- Octavian Laies
Unit C03- Mark Kallenbach
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64.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn a waterline easement (0.513 acres) required for the construction of SE Loop Segment 3, and take appropriate action. (John Arthur Bigon, Jr. and James Alan Bigon, Independence Co-Executors of the Estates of John A. Bigon, Sr. and Mary S. Bigon) (parcel 93P1-WE).
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65.
10:00 AM Hold Public Hearing on the 2021-2022 County Budget.
66.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2021-2022 General Fund Budget.
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67.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2021-2022 Road and Bridge Fund Budget.
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68.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2021-2022 Debt Service Fund Budget.
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69.
10:15 a.m. Public Hearing on the proposed 2021 tax rate of 44.0846 cents per $100 of valuation for Williamson County.
70.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the adoption of the 2021 tax rates for Williamson County General Fund and Williamson County Road and Bridge Fund.
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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)."
"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)."
71.
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 Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.
i) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 111.
j) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
k) Discuss the acquisition of real property for future SH 29 corridor.
l) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the expansion of Ronald Reagan at IH 35.
m) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
n) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
o) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
p) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for SE Loop/Corridor A.
q) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
r) Discuss the acquisition of real property near Justice Center.
s) Discuss the acquisition of drainage/detention easements for real property North of WMCO Juvenile Detention Center
t) Discuss the acquisition of the MKT Right of Way
u) Discuss acquisition of drainage easement in relation to County Road 176
v) Discuss acquisition of right of way for Corridor E.
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
D. Discuss the Cobb Cavern Conservation Easement Amendment and potential acquisition.
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 Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.
i) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 111.
j) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
k) Discuss the acquisition of real property for future SH 29 corridor.
l) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the expansion of Ronald Reagan at IH 35.
m) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
n) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
o) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
p) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for SE Loop/Corridor A.
q) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
r) Discuss the acquisition of real property near Justice Center.
s) Discuss the acquisition of drainage/detention easements for real property North of WMCO Juvenile Detention Center
t) Discuss the acquisition of the MKT Right of Way
u) Discuss acquisition of drainage easement in relation to County Road 176
v) Discuss acquisition of right of way for Corridor E.
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
D. Discuss the Cobb Cavern Conservation Easement Amendment and potential acquisition.
72.
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 Crystal
c) Project Winston
d) Project Solo
e) Project Stamp
f) Project Red Hot Chili Pepper
g) Project Nirvana
h) Project Soundgarden
i) Project Def Leppard
j) Project Flex Power
a) Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
b) Project Crystal
c) Project Winston
d) Project Solo
e) Project Stamp
f) Project Red Hot Chili Pepper
g) Project Nirvana
h) Project Soundgarden
i) Project Def Leppard
j) Project Flex Power
73.
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) Claim of Regina Wright.
i) 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.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
o) Case 1:21-cv-00388-RP; Ramsey Mitchell vs. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Zachary Camden, Mark Luera, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
p) 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.
q) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
r) 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.
s) 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.
t) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
u) 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.
v) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
w) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Robert Chody and Christopher Pisa; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
x) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
y) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
z) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
aa) Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-480; Gloria Cowin, Individually and on behalf of the Estate Of Patrick Dupre, v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
bb) Civil Action No. Civil Action No. 21-481; Marquina Gilliam-Hicks v. Sean Feldman, In his individual capacity, and Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
cc) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #450-2021-00854 - Donald L. Foiles, Jr.
dd) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-615; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
ee) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
ff) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
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) Claim of Regina Wright.
i) 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.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
o) Case 1:21-cv-00388-RP; Ramsey Mitchell vs. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Zachary Camden, Mark Luera, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
p) 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.
q) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
r) 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.
s) 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.
t) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
u) 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.
v) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
w) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Robert Chody and Christopher Pisa; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
x) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
y) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
z) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
aa) Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-480; Gloria Cowin, Individually and on behalf of the Estate Of Patrick Dupre, v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
bb) Civil Action No. Civil Action No. 21-481; Marquina Gilliam-Hicks v. Sean Feldman, In his individual capacity, and Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
cc) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #450-2021-00854 - Donald L. Foiles, Jr.
dd) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-615; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
ee) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
ff) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
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Discuss security assessments or deployments relating to information resources technology; network security information as described by Texas Gov't Code Section 2059.055(b); and/or (3) the deployment, or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel, critical infrastructure, or security devices. (Executive Session as per Texas Gov't. Code § 551.089).
75.
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)
76.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
77.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
78.
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) Claim of Regina Wright.
i) 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.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
o) Case 1:21-cv-00388-RP; Ramsey Mitchell vs. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Zachary Camden, Mark Luera, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
p) 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.
q) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
r) 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.
s) 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.
t) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
u) 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.
v) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
w) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Robert Chody and Christopher Pisa; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
x) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
y) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
z) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
aa) Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-480; Gloria Cowin, Individually and on behalf of the Estate Of Patrick Dupre, v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
bb) Civil Action No. Civil Action No. 21-481; Marquina Gilliam-Hicks v. Sean Feldman, In his individual capacity, and Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
cc) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #450-2021-00854 - Donald L. Foiles, Jr.
dd) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-615; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
ee) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
ff) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
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) Claim of Regina Wright.
i) 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.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
o) Case 1:21-cv-00388-RP; Ramsey Mitchell vs. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Zachary Camden, Mark Luera, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
p) 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.
q) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
r) 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.
s) 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.
t) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
u) 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.
v) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
w) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Robert Chody and Christopher Pisa; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
x) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
y) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
z) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
aa) Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-480; Gloria Cowin, Individually and on behalf of the Estate Of Patrick Dupre, v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
bb) Civil Action No. Civil Action No. 21-481; Marquina Gilliam-Hicks v. Sean Feldman, In his individual capacity, and Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
cc) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #450-2021-00854 - Donald L. Foiles, Jr.
dd) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-615; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
ee) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
ff) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
79.
80.
Comments from Commissioners.
81.
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.
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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 27th day of August, 2021 at 5:00 P.M. and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.