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Agenda for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
February 15, 2022
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 – 24)
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding acceptance of a donation of $142,800.00  to the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter from the Walinski Revocable Trust to be used for Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter purposes (Pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code § 81.032); and authorize the Williamson County Judge to execute any necessary documentation in order to receive the donation. 
 
4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting a donation from Daniel Coleman Chapter - 6029 TX - Daughters of the American Revolution in the amount of $50.00 to Victim Services.
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 02/09/2022 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 

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6.
Discuss, consider and take action on approving the Investment Report for the Quarter ending December 31, 2021, which was approved by the investment committee on January 26, 2022.
 

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7.
Discuss, consider and take action on approving the 2021 Racial Profiling Report for Pct. 3 Constable's Office.
 

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8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, January 2022 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.
 

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9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, January 2022 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
 
 

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10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the execution of Contract Amendment No. 1 of the contract between Williamson County and Alario Knowles, LLC DBA Cedar Rock Railroad.
 

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11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a Service Agreement between Williamson County and TRISTAR Risk Management for the provision of third-party administrator services and authorizing the execution of the agreement. 
 
 

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12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Third Party Administrator Services for Medical, Dental, and Vision for Williamson County under RFP #22RFP73.
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the renewal agreement between Williamson County and MCCi for software licensing for Laserfiche Rio Records Management, for a total of $92,906.10, pursuant to the BuyBoard Contract #625-20, and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
 

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14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving contract with G2 CSi General Contractor for Williamson County Constable Office (Taylor) Renovation, utilizing TIPS cooperative contract 211001, in the not-to-exceed amount of $65,000.00 for renovations and authorize the execution of the agreement.
 

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15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding a contract for Materials Testing Services for the Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) Addition to Gessner Engineering, under RFQ #T2086 Materials Testing and Geotechnical Testing, in the amount of $29,935.00, and authorize execution of the agreement. Funding source is P530.
 

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16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the service contract between and Williamson County and Building Abatement Demolition Company, Inc. for a demolition of the Splash Pad Slide at Champions Park, for $9,975.00, pursuant to TIPS contract 191002 and authorize the execution of the agreement.
 

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17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #22IFB53 Fall 2021 Fog Seal (Cul-De-Sac) to the lowest responsive bidder Alpha Paving, LLC.
 

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18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Flexible Base, under IFB #22IFB76.
 
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for IFB #22IFB57 Reconstruction and Extension of CR 401.  Funding source P390.
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Kleinfelder Inc. and Williamson County dated May 5, 2020 for On Call Materials Testing and Geotechnical Engineering Services. This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to July 31, 2024 and increase the maximum amount payable to $90,000.00. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004160.
 

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21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Turner Estates subdivision – Precinct 2.
 

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22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Eastwood Section 8 subdivision – Precinct 4.
 

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23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Eastwood Section 7 subdivision – Precinct 4.
 

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24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Northgate Ranch Phase 3, Sections 11-17 subdivision – Precinct 2.
 

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REGULAR AGENDA
 
25.
Recognize Williamson County Juvenile Services for being designated as a TBRI Ambassador Organization.
 
26.
Discuss, consider, and acknowledge historical contributions by celebrated black Williamson County trailblazers.
 
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to issue a call for projects that will utilize Community Development Block Grant funds for the FY22 funding cycle.
 

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28.
9:30 AM
Conduct a public hearing relating to a retention request from the Technology Services Department to increase the budgeted salary amount for the position of IT Security Engineer, PCN #0968 and discuss (1) the reason for the salary increase in excess of the budgeted amount to include the public purpose that will be served by approving the request; and (2) the exact amount of the additional salary request, the source of payment and the schedule for implementation.
 

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29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a retention funding request for PCN #0968, IT Security Engineer.
 

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30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing a new member to the Employee Policy Manual Committee. 
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on creating a Risk Committee. 
 
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the salary study recommendations from Cycle 4B and the timeline for funding changes.
 

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33.
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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34.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
 
35.
Receive the February 2022 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation
 

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36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding Signs and Markers to the only bidder, Dobie Supply, LLC, under IFB #22IFB56.
 
 

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37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the Center for Archeological Research (CAR) Governmental Agency Curation Agreement for the CR 401 project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4. P390
 

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38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application to the Texas Historical Commission (THC) required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the CR 401 Project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4, Project Number P390.
 

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39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the Center for Archeological Research (CAR) Governmental Agency Curation Agreement for the Future County Road (P390) and CR 404 Realignment (P391) Projects, Road Bond Projects in Commissioner Pct. 4.
 

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40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application to the Texas Historical Commission required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the Future County Road (P390) and CR 404 Realignment Project (P391), Road Bond Projects in Commissioner Pct. 4.
 
 

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41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $47,437.00 for Project 21IFB15 Thrall (S. Bounds Street) (Chasco Constructors) P:374 Funding Source: Road Bond.
 

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42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 2 in the amount of ($88,750.77) for Project T4320 CR 401, 402, 404 Overlay (Texas Materials) P:390 Funding Source: Road Bond.
 

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43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 2 claims for moving expenses related to the right of way acquisition on Sam Bass Road--Parcel 13. Funding Source: Road Bonds P462
Unit O24- Rivera
Unit 111- Bryant
 
 

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44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Jose Fabian Trejo and Enedina Hernandez to purchase right of way needed on the CR 305/CR 307 project (Parcel 4). Funding Source: Road & Bridge P581
 

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45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement regarding the City/County Participation in the Design and Construction Costs Related to the Davilla Culvert Replacement Construction Project with the City of Granger, Texas.
 

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46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Resolution with TXDOT for a Local On-System Improvement Project, which will allow for construction of left/right turn lanes on FM 487 at C. Bud Stockton Loop in Williamson County, Texas
 
 

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47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement Regarding the City/County Participation in the Design and Construction Costs Related to the Georgetown Southwest Bypass Construction Project with the City of Georgetown. 
 

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48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement Regarding the City/County Participation in the Design and Construction Costs Related to the CR 245 Construction Project with the City of Georgetown. 
 

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49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement Regarding the City/County Participation in the Design and Construction Costs Related to the Georgetown Southeast Inner Loop (Corridor C) Construction Project with the City of Georgetown. 
 

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50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreement for a Local On-System Improvement Project with TXDOT which will allow for construction of left/right turn lanes on FM 487 at C. Bud Stockton Loop in Williamson County, Texas
 

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51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Alicia Martinez to purchase right of way needed on the CR 305/CR 307 project (Parcel 3). Funding Source: Road & Bridge P581
 

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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)."
 
52.
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
    g)    Discuss the sale of 106 Dana Drive, Hutto, Texas
    h)    Discuss the sale of property located adjacent to the existing Williamson County EMS Bay/SO and MOT building at 1801 E. Settlers Boulevard, Round Rock, Texas

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.
 
 
53.
Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087:
        Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
    a)   Project Red Hot Chili Pepper
    b)   Project Flex Power
    c)   Project Pearson Ranch
    d)   Project Fittipaldi 
    e)   Project Venture
    f)    Project 007
    g)   Project Acropolis
 
54.
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) 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.
h)  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.
i) 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.
j) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
o) 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.
p) 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.
q) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
r) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
s) 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.
t) 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.
u) 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.
v) Jacqueline Robinson -  EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
w) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
x) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00834; Skylar Leal vs Williamson County and Lorenzo Hernandez; In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
y) Legal matters pertaining to the Emergency Communications Department.
z) Legal matters pertaining to the GardaWorld contract.
aa) Case No. 5:21-cv-1223-FB Isabel Longoria and Cathy Morgan v. Warren K. Paxton et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas San Antonio Division.
bb) Claim from Roger Minter.
 
55.
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).
 
56.
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)
 
57.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 
58.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 
59.
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) 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.
h)  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.
i) 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.
j) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
o) 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.
p) 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.
q) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
r) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
s) 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.
t) 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.
u) 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.
v) Jacqueline Robinson -  EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
w) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
x) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00834; Skylar Leal vs Williamson County and Lorenzo Hernandez; In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
y) Legal matters pertaining to the Emergency Communications Department.
z) Legal matters pertaining to the GardaWorld contract.
aa) Case No. 5:21-cv-1223-FB Isabel Longoria and Cathy Morgan v. Warren K. Paxton et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas San Antonio Division.
bb) Claim from Roger Minter.
 
60.
 
61.
Comments from Commissioners.
 
62.
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.
 

_________________________
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 the11th day of February 2022 at 5:00 P.M. and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.