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Agenda for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
August 30, 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 – 29 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Constable, Precinct 2. 
 

Fiscal Impact


4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office.
 

Fiscal Impact


5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Regional Animal Shelter Fund.
 

Fiscal Impact


6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Human Resources.
 

Fiscal Impact


7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Emergency Management.
 

Fiscal Impact


8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Sheriff's Office.
 

Fiscal Impact


9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Corrections Department.
 

Fiscal Impact


10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
 

Fiscal Impact


11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
 

Fiscal Impact


12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
 

Fiscal Impact


13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department report of asset dispositions through Internal Department Transfer, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

Attachments

 
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including one (1) 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe Vin #4961 and one (1) 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Vin #9235, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

Attachments

 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the agreement with HEB Pharmacy and Williamson County for Wilco Employee Influenza, in the estimated amount of $10,800.00 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

Attachments

 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a professional services agreement between Williamson County and Training Strategies, Inc in the amount of $1,500 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

Attachments

 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Contract #T1289 Landscape for Williamson County Parks Contract Renewal Period #1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract with Heart of Texas Landscape & Irrigation Co Inc for the term of October 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023. 
 

Attachments

 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the extension of Landscape Maintenance Services Contract #1807-251, Renewal Period #3, with Red & White Greenery, Inc. for the term of October 1, 2022 – September 30, 2023, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract, with the exception of the Landscape Services for Williamson County Price Sheet, which updates Williamson County facilities locations, services and fees, attached herein as if copied in full, and is subject to Commissioners Court approval. 
 

Attachments

 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension to Emergency Generator and Automatic Transfer Switch Preventative Maintenance Contract RFP #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 "FY23 Austin Generator, Facilities, Equipment List, Compensation and Fee" for the term of October 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023.
 

Attachments

 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the appointment of Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, Angel Nunez, with general authority to approve change orders for the Justice Center Judges' Security Project (P476) 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.
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the appointment of Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, Angel Nunez, with general authority to approve change orders for the Jail Gym Air Quality Project (P572) 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.
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the appointment of Williamson County Facilities Senior Project Manager, Angel Gomez, with general authority to approve change orders for the Berry Springs Park Amenities Project (P559) 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.
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the appointment of Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, Angel Nunez, with general authority to approve change orders for the YMCA Pedestrian Bridge Project (P555) 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.
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a report from Vaughn Construction, Change Order No. 3 for the Williamson County Historic Courthouse Doors project.  This is a no-cost change order to extend substantial completion to September 30, 2022. Funding Source is 100.1000.4509
 

Attachments

 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Rodriguez Engineering Laboratories LLC and Williamson County dated April 21, 2020 for On Call Materials Testing & Geotechnical Engineering Services. This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2024. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004160.
 

Attachments

 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 4 in the amount of $13,105,047.00 to expire September 30, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between HNTB Corporation and Williamson County dated December 17, 2019 for General Engineering Consultant (GEC) - Road Bond Project Management, Design Management, and Construction Management. Funding source: Road Bonds.
 

Attachments

 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 4 in the amount of $1,593,816.00 to expire September 30, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between HNTB Corporation and Williamson County dated December 17, 2019 for General Engineering Consultant (GEC) - Road and Bridge Project Management, Design Management, and Construction Management.
 

Attachments

 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Lodges at Open Acres Ranch subdivision – Precinct 4.
 

Attachments

 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Vista Acres subdivision – Precinct 4.
 

Attachments

 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve order for interment by cremation of deceased (Scott Dalrymple) who passed away in Williamson County, TX where there has been an inquest by the Justice of the Peace Pct. 1 and the County has discretion to inter, pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code § 711.002(e), and authorize Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.
 

Attachments

 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the issuance of a county-wide burn ban for a period not to exceed 90 days and to authorize the County Judge the authority to lift the order banning outdoor burning if conditions improve.
 
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for EMS.
 

Fiscal Impact


33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Fleet Maintenance.
 

Fiscal Impact


34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Michael D. Keller to the Weir ESD #6 Board of Directors, replacing Mark Montgomery for the remainder of his two-year term that began on January 1, 2020, and will end on December 31, 2022.
 

Attachments

 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2022-2023 salary for the County Auditor in the amount of $183,923.85.
 
36.
10:00 AM Hold Public Hearing on the 2022-2023 County Budget.
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2022-2023 General Fund Budget.
 

Attachments

 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2022-2023 Road and Bridge Fund Budget.
 

Attachments

 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2022-2023 Debt Service Fund Budget.
 

Attachments

 
40.
10:00 a.m. Public Hearing on the proposed 2022 tax rate of 37.5608 cents per $100 of valuation for Williamson County.
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the adoption of the 2022 tax rates for Williamson County General Fund, Debt Services, and Road and Bridge Fund.
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the Tax Collection Agreement between the Butler Farms Public Improvement District and the County of Williamson, Texas.
 

Attachments

 
43.
Discuss and take appropriate action on renewal of contract with the Texas State Library and the County Clerk.
 

Attachments

 
44.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting subgrant award money from the University of Texas-Austin for Juvenile Services.  
 

Attachments

 
45.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2013 Park Bond transfer to move $195,000 from P500 (2013 Park Bond Non-Departmental) to P555 (YMCA Pedestrian Bridge). 
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a first amendment to the Cost Participation Agreement between YMCA of Central Texas and Williamson County regarding the construction of a pedestrian bridge at Twin Lakes Park.  Funding source is P555.
 

Attachments

 
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Professional Service Agreement (PSA) with Twin Lakes YMCA Pedestrian Bridge Project between Hagood Engineering Associates, Inc. and Williamson County, in the amount of $16,820.00 and authorizing the execution of the Agreement. Funding Source is P555.
 

Attachments

 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #22IFB115 to the lowest and best bidder, SB Contractors, LLC, for the Twin Lakes Pedestrian bridge project in the amount of $1,182,360.00 and authorize execution of the agreement. Funding Source is P555.
 

Attachments

 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Interlocal Cooperation Contract between Williamson County and Department of Public Safety (DPS) for Crime Laboratory Services, for a four (4) year term, not to not exceed $1,434,228.22.
 

Attachments

 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with the Meadows at Chandler Creek Municipal Utility District for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2022. 
 

Attachments

 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Annual Public Safety Maintenance agreement between Williamson County and Central Square, previously exempted in Commissioner's Court on 5/5/2020 valid for 36 months from the competitive bidding requirements established by Section 262.024 (a) (7) of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions, as the sole provider for supervision services for Williamson County, for $543,156.64, and authorizing the execution of this annual agreement.
 

Attachments

 
52.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of a new Access Card Control System at the Williamson County Expo Center, 5350 Bill Pickett Trail, Taylor, TX 76574, with Stanley Convergent Security Solutions, Inc. in the amount of $154,628.87, pursuant to Sourcewell contract #030421-SCS (current Sourcewell contract for vendor), and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

Attachments

 
53.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an Escrow Agreement with Bruce Nakfoor regarding cedar tree removal for site visibility. If any trees other than cedar trees are removed, any rights to reimbursement of the Escrow Agreement will be forfeited. There is no funding obligation by the County. 
 

Attachments

 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Release of Prescriptive Easement for a portion of CR 404 right of way. 
 

Attachments

 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (1.849 acres) required for the construction of Southeast Loop Segment 2. (Bryan A. Gentry, trustee of the Bryan A. Gentry Living Trust/ Parcel 32) Funding Source: TANS: P588
 

Attachments

 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.378acres) required for the construction of Southeast Loop Segment 2. (JC Family Trust/ Parcel 56) Funding Source: TANS: P588
 

Attachments

 
57.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the Notice of Termination (NOT) for Stormwater Discharge associated with Construction Activities under TPDES Construction General Permit (TXR150000) for Hairy Man Rd/Brushy Creek Rd Improvements, a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 3. P: 284 Funding Source: Road Bond . 
 

Attachments

 
58.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the Notice of Termination (NOT) for Stormwater Discharge associated with Construction Activities under TPDES Construction General Permit (TXR150000) for CR 101, a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 4. P: 269 Funding Source: Road Bond. 
 

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)."
 
59.
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 332
        d)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
        e)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for the futre County Road. 
         f)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for Bud Stockton Extension.
        g)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 305/307. 
        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 right-of-way for Hero Way.
       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 right of way for Corridor E.
         v)   Discuss acquisition of right of way for County Road 245.
         w)  Discuss acquisition of right of way for CR 401/404.
         x)   Discuss acquisition of right of way for Liberty Hill Bypass.

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.
 
60.
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
      h)   Project Crystal Lagoon
      i)    Project Phantom
      j)    Project World
     k)    Project Mellencamp
 
61.
Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per Section 551.071, Texas Government Code, "Consultation with Attorney"), including the following:

a. General:
1. Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
2. Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims
3. Employee/personnel related matters
4. 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.
b. Litigation:
1.  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
2.  Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas
3.  Civil Action No. 1:20-cv-00842; SonWest Co. v. J. Terron Evertson, in his official capacity as Williamson County Engineer, et al.;  In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
4.  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
5.  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
6.  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
7.  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
8.  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
9. Civil Action No. 1:21-00481-LY; 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. Cause No. 2022CI0574; Chris Noel Carlin v. Jacquelyn F. Callanen, et al.; 408th District Court, Bexar County, Texas
14.  Cause Number: 3SC-22-0044; James M. Martin and Rebecca S. Martin v. Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter; In The Justice Court Precinct Three of Williamson County, Texas
15. Civil Action No. 1:22-cv-00254-RP; Rodney A. Hurdsman, #0217082 v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
16. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-002186; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney's Office Victim Service's Division; 98th Judicial District Court, Travis County, Texas
17. Cause No. 22-0826-C368; Doyle "Dee" Hobbs, Jr., in his official capacity as Williamson County Attorney, v. AHFC Pecan Park PSH Non-Profit Corporation; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
18. Civil Action No. 4-22CV-576-P; Kyle Strongin et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
19.  Cause No. 22-1152-C425; Catherine Johnston v. Chris Davis et al.; 425 Judicial District Court, Williamson County, Texas
20.  Cause No. 22-1213; Williamson County v. Ritter Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Argonaut Insurance Company; In the 425 Judicial District of Williamson County, Texas
21.  Cause No. 22-1359-C368; Williamson County v. Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc., and Great American Insurance Company Of New York; In the 368 th Judicial Court of Williamson County, Texas
c. EEOC/TWC matters:
 
d. Claims:
1.Property damage claim by Erica Walls 
e. Other:
1.  Legal matters pertaining to the Emergency Communications Department.
2.  Legal matters pertaining to the GardaWorld contract.
3.  Legal matters pertaining to Solara at Highland Horizon Condominium Project.
4.  Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
5.  Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
6.  Legal matters relating to Application of Bryan I. Klepzig for a new Municipal Solid Waste Registration Compost Facility in Williamson County, Texas; Proposed Registration No. 42045.
7.  Legal matters pertaining to vendor disqualification in relation to county purchasing solicitations.
 
62.
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).
 
63.
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).
 
64.
Deliberate the appointment of the Judge of Williamson County Court at Law No. 5, to include possibly conducting interviews of candidates for such appointment (Executive Session as per Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters: Deliberate the appointment and evaluation of public officer/department head).
 
65.
Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices; or security audits in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center/Williamson County Courthouse (Executive Session as per Texas Gov't. Code § 551.076).
 
REGULAR AGENDA (continued)
 
66.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 
67.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 
68.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other legal matters, including the following:

a. General:
1. Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
2. Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims
3. Employee/personnel related matters
4. 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.
b. Litigation:
1.  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
2.  Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas
3.  Civil Action No. 1:20-cv-00842; SonWest Co. v. J. Terron Evertson, in his official capacity as Williamson County Engineer, et al.;  In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
4.  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
5.  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
6.  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
7.  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
8.  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
9. Civil Action No. 1:21-00481-LY; 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. Cause No. 2022CI0574; Chris Noel Carlin v. Jacquelyn F. Callanen, et al.; 408th District Court, Bexar County, Texas
14.  Cause Number: 3SC-22-0044; James M. Martin and Rebecca S. Martin v. Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter; In The Justice Court Precinct Three of Williamson County, Texas
15. Civil Action No. 1:22-cv-00254-RP; Rodney A. Hurdsman, #0217082 v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
16. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-002186; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney's Office Victim Service's Division; 98th Judicial District Court, Travis County, Texas
17. Cause No. 22-0826-C368; Doyle "Dee" Hobbs, Jr., in his official capacity as Williamson County Attorney, v. AHFC Pecan Park PSH Non-Profit Corporation; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
18. Civil Action No. 4-22CV-576-P; Kyle Strongin et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
19.  Cause No. 22-1152-C425; Catherine Johnston v. Chris Davis et al.; 425 Judicial District Court, Williamson County, Texas
20.  Cause No. 22-1213; Williamson County v. Ritter Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Argonaut Insurance Company; In the 425 Judicial District of Williamson County, Texas
21.  Cause No. 22-1359-C368; Williamson County v. Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc., and Great American Insurance Company Of New York; In the 368 th Judicial Court of Williamson County, Texas
c. EEOC/TWC matters:
 
d. Claims:
1.Property damage claim by Erica Walls 
e. Other:
1.  Legal matters pertaining to the Emergency Communications Department.
2.  Legal matters pertaining to the GardaWorld contract.
3.  Legal matters pertaining to Solara at Highland Horizon Condominium Project.
4.  Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
5.  Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
6.  Legal matters relating to Application of Bryan I. Klepzig for a new Municipal Solid Waste Registration Compost Facility in Williamson County, Texas; Proposed Registration No. 42045.
7.  Legal matters pertaining to vendor disqualification in relation to county purchasing solicitations.
 
 
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Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the appointment of the Judge of Williamson County Court at Law No. 5 to be effective as of October 1, 2022 and to serve until the next general election, in accordance with Gov't. Code Sec. 25.2481 and Gov't. Code Sec. Sec. 25.0009.  
 
71.
Comments from Commissioners.
 
72.
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 26th day of August 2022 at 5:00 P.M. and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.