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Agenda for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
February 22, 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 – 21 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Line Item Transfer for the 277th District Court.
 

Fiscal Impact


4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Elections Department - Discretionary Fund Budget.
 

Fiscal Impact


5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
 

Fiscal Impact


6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate actions on amending the salary agreement with Texas AgriLife to provide the middle of the year 3% COLA.
 

Attachments

 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
 

Attachments

 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on position changes from cycle 4B of the salary study.
 

Attachments

 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer (as attached) for various departments as related to Salary Study 4B.
 

Attachments

 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of January 2022 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 

Attachments

 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the County Attorney January 2022 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.
 

Attachments

 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Amendment to Residential Real Estate Listing Agreement between Williamson County, Texas and Baker Realty relating to the residential real estate located 106 Dana Drive, Hutto, Texas 78634; and authorize the Williamson County Judge to execute any documents necessary to sell and covey the property in accordance with the terms of the Listing Agreement (Texas Local Government Code Section 263.008).
 

Attachments

 
13.
Discuss, consider and take action on the approval of Team Rubicon performing a fire mitigation project at Twin Springs Preserve on February 25th to the 27th. 
 

Attachments

 
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on canceling the new lease agreement for Williamson County Court at Law #4 with SHARP Electronics, that was approved in Commissioner's Court on 12.21.21 under agenda item #22.
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Customer Engagement License and Release Agreement with Dell Technologies.
 

Attachments

 
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the agreement renewal between Williamson County and Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC in the total amount of $64,990.30, pursuant to the DIR-TSO 4315 contract, and authorizing the execution of the renewal agreement.
 

Attachments

 
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the extension of the Maintenance and Support Agreement for Digicap and Livescan Software with Idemia, Identity & Security USA LLC, for the total amount of $3,294.00, and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
 

Attachments

 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement regarding off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies with The Rosedale Foundation (Annual bike ride on March 26th thru WILCO & Travis County).
 

Attachments

 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between KC Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 24, 2020 for On Call Professional Engineering Services for Small Maintenance Projects. This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to March 31, 2023. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
 

Attachments

 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a license agreement with Bar W Ranch HOA, Inc.
 

Attachments

 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Estates at Northgate Phase 1, Section 3 subdivision – Precinct 2.
 

Attachments

 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Order Authorizing Interment of Decedent's Remains by cremation of deceased (Larry Daniels) who passed away in Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 of Williamson County, Texas where there has been an inquest by the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 and the County has duty to inter, pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code § 711.002(e), and authorize Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.
 

Attachments

 
23.
Discuss, consider, and acknowledge historical contributions by celebrated black Williamson County trailblazers.
 
24.
9:30 A.M. Conduct a public hearing regarding approval of a tax abatement agreement with CelLink, Titan Gateway35 LLC and Williamson County. 
 
25.
Discuss, Consider, and take appropriate action to approve a property tax abatement agreement between CelLink, Titan Gateway35 LLC, and Williamson County.
 

Attachments

 
26.
Discuss, consider and take action to approve increasing Project 445P Wilco in the amount of $11,500 in the ARPA Funding (American Rescue Plan Act).
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstance to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the General Fund.
 

Fiscal Impact


28.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Facilities.
 

Fiscal Impact


29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Juvenile Services.
 

Fiscal Impact


Attachments

 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the Tax Collection Agreement between the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 19G and the County of Williamson, Texas.
 

Attachments

 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the Tax Collection Agreement between the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 19H and the County of Williamson, Texas.
 

Attachments

 
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving an interlocal agreement and business associate agreement between Williamson County and Cities Health District and Williamson County related to collaboration for WilCo Care Recipients.
 

Attachments

 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of Oracle Enterprise Database License Upgrade from Mythics, Inc. in the amount of $112,800.83, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-TSO-4158, and authorizing execution of the estimate.
 

Attachments

 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the contract between Mission Critical Partners, LLC and Williamson County for development of requirements, expert assistance, and consulting services for computer-aided dispatch system (CAD), mobile data system (MDS) and law enforcement records management system (RMS), in the not-to-exceed amount of $166,800.40, per the proposal pursuant to HGAC Contract #HPO8-21, and authorize the purchase and the execution of the contract.
 

Attachments

 
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the renewal agreement between Williamson County and Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC, for maintenance of Cisco equipment, for the total amount of $125,711.42, pursuant to the Texas DIR-TSO 4167 contract, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

Attachments

 
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Landscape Architectural Professional Services Supplemental Agreement #7 between Williamson County and Design Workshop, Inc., as per RFQ #14RFQ00111, for River Ranch County Park Phase II, in the not-to-exceed amount of $195,456.00, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

Attachments

 
37.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on ratifying spot Purchase Order (PO) #179796 in the amount of $112.500, and approving spot Purchase Requisition #128143 in the amount of $120,000, for Flex Base, from Central Texas Stone and Aggregate LLC.
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $50,000 from P224 (North Mays) to P284 (Hairy Man Road/Brushy Creek), $350,000 from P224 (North Mays) to P270 (Great Oaks Bridge), $175,000 from P290 (2013 Non-Departmental) to P285 (CR 200), $500,000 from P326 (FM 2243) to P285 (CR 200) and $50,000 from P293 (Kauffman Loop) to P231 (Reagan Blvd at IH35).

Also, to close P302 and move the remaining funds ($197,576.22) to P261 (CR 110 Middle; $100,000) and P290 (2013 Non-Departmental; $97,576.22 ).
 

Attachments

 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 2 to the CR 245 contract between Williamson County and Bridgefarmer & Associates, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program. Project: P353  Fund Source: Road Bonds
 

Attachments

 
41.
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 Bud Stockton Project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4 - Project Number P307.
 

Attachments

 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a claim for payment fixed move expense- Business with Eric and Michelle Klingemann for property acquired as right of way on the Sam Bass Rd. project (Parcel 13). Funding Source: Road Bonds P459
 

Attachments

 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 2 real estate contracts with 3724 Acquisitions LLC for right of way acquired on the N. Mays project (Parcels 5 & 6). Funding Source: Road Bonds P236
 

Attachments

 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with the Round Rock Presbyterian Church of Round Rock for right of way needed on the Sam Bass Rd. project (Parcels 44, 47 & 85). Funding Source: Road Bonds P459
 

Attachments

 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a letter agreement with S. Dowdy Inc. for a Jonah SUD replacement waterline easement needed on CR 366 (Parcel 4WE). Funding Source: Road Bonds P296
 

Attachments

 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (3.077 acres) required for the construction of Liberty Hill Bypass, and take appropriate action. (Scott Lee Ira Helms/ Parcel 48)
 

Attachments

 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.923 acres) required for the construction of Liberty Hill Bypass, and take appropriate action. (Christina A. Helms/ Parcel 4)
 

Attachments

 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (2.285 acres and 16.010 acres) required for the construction of Liberty Hill Bypass, and take appropriate action. (J. Patrick Harlow and Lisa M. Harlow/Parcels 2 & 47).
 

Attachments

 
EXECUTIVE SESSION
"The Commissioners Court for Williamson County reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultations with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations regarding Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations regarding Gifts and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations regarding Security Devices) and 551.087 (Deliberations regarding Economic Development Negotiations)."
 
49.
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.
 
 
50.
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
 
51.
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.
cc) Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason et al.; In the 395 th District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
 
52.
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).
 
53.
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)
 
54.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 
55.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 
56.
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.
cc) Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason et al.; In the 395 th District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
 
57.
 
58.
Comments from Commissioners.
 
59.
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 the 18th 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.