NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
May 2, 2023
9:30 A.M.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
May 2, 2023
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 – 33 )
( Items 3 – 33 )
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Commissioner Precinct #1.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
FROM |
Acct No.:
0100-0211-003010 |
Description:
Comm Pct#1/Computer Equip |
Amount:
$750.91 |
|
From/To:
TO |
Acct No.:
0100-0211-004232 |
Description:
Comm Pct#1/Training, Conf, Sem |
Amount:
$750.91 |
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
FROM: |
Acct No.:
0100.0560.003006 |
Description:
Office Equipment |
Amount:
$1,900.00 |
|
From/To:
FROM: |
Acct No.:
0100.0560.003530 |
Description:
Investigative Supplies |
Amount:
$1,900.00 |
|
From/To:
TO: |
Acct No.:
0100.0560.003005 |
Description:
Office Furniture |
Amount:
$3,800.00 |
5.
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.:
0100.0570.003311 |
Description:
Uniforms |
Amount:
$5746.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0570.003001 |
Description:
Small Equipment & Tools |
Amount:
$5746.00 |
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Tobacco Fund.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
FROM: |
Acct No.:
0340.0340.004415 |
Description:
Vehicle Ins. Deductible |
Amount:
$2,000.00 |
|
From/To:
TO: |
Acct No.:
0340.0340.004541 |
Description:
Vehicle Repairs & Maint. |
Amount:
$2,000.00 |
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Tobacco Fund.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
FROM: |
Acct No.:
0340.0340.004415 |
Description:
Vehicle Ins. Deductible |
Amount:
$177.00 |
|
From/To:
TO: |
Acct No.:
0340.0340.004505 |
Description:
Software Maintenance |
Amount:
$177.00 |
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Facilities Department.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0509.004509 |
Description:
Facility Enhancements |
Amount:
$400,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0509.004510 |
Description:
Facility Repairs |
Amount:
$400,000.00 |
9.
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:
$100,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0882.0882.003524 |
Description:
Sublets |
Amount:
$100,000.00 |
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action acknowledging line item transfers of $500 or less completed by the County Auditor during January - March (FY23 2nd quarter).
Attachments
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes, bilingual pay stipends and any corresponding line item transfers.
Attachments
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 4/01/2023 through 4/30/2023.
Attachments
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 4/01/2023 through 4/30/2023.
Attachments
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 4/01/2023 through 4/30/2023.
Attachments
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action removing Kayla Marek as the HR representative for the County Risk Committee and assigning Cynthia Nguyen in her place.
16.
Acknowledge and consent to appointments to the Williamson County Conservation Foundation Board of Directors for the terms ending April 2025 and recognize the election of officers for the term ending April 2024.
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute the General and No Litigation Certificates of Williamson County and Certificate of Approval for Issuance of Tax-Exempt Multi-Family Housing Revenue Bonds relating to the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation's Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (The Preserve at Mustang Creek).
Attachments
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the annual Renewal Quote #2023190 for Tax Table Software Renewal between Vertex, Inc. and Williamson County in the annual amount of $14,093.00 and exempting the purchase from the competitive bidding requirements established by Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(7)(D) [Captive replacement parts and components for equipment].
Attachments
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Active & Fit Direct Agreement between American Specialty Health Fitness, Inc. and Williamson County and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
Attachments
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Services and Purchase Contract for Maintenance #2023186 for the Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) in the Emergency Services Operations Center (ESOC) in the amount of $22,845.09 and exempting Unified Power from the competitive bidding requirements for said service established by Section 262.024.(a)(7)(D) [Captive Replacement Parts and Components for Equipment] of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions, and authorizing the execution of the contract.
Attachments
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase contract #2023187 for the purchase of four (4) aluminum bleachers for Williamson County Expo Center, 5350 Bill Pickett Trail, Taylor, TX 76574 from Global Equipment Company Inc., in the amount of $21,472.81 pursuant to Omnia Contract #R211402 and authorizing the execution of the contract.
Attachments
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Services and Purchase Contract #2023189 between Data Projections, Inc. and Williamson County for the DPI Gold Annual Maintenance for all Courtroom AV systems for the not-to-exceed amount of $48,600.00, pursuant to TIPS Contract #210101 and authorizing the execution of the Contract.
Attachments
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Services and Materials Quotation #2023194 between Williamson County and Motorola Solutions for the amount of $43,050.00 and exempting from the competitive bidding process requirements pursuant to the discretionary exemption as set forth under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(7)(D) [captive replacement parts or components for equipment].
Attachments
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Services Contract #2023151 for Fire Alarm Monitoring with Johnson Controls Fire Protection LP for Facilities Management in the not-to-exceed amount of $25,000.00, as per Sourcewell Contract #030421-JHN, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
Attachments
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Addendum to Service Agreement proposal between Williamson County and Carrier Corporation for HVAC Annual Preventative Maintenance and Inspection Services in the not-to-exceed amount of $54,200.00 for the term of April 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024, utilizing Sourcewell contract #070121 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
Attachments
26.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Services Contract #2023193 for asbestos survey and consulting services on the Old DPS at 516 Pine Street, Georgetown, TX 78626 and the Historic Jail at 102 West Third Street and 312 South Main Street, Georgetown, TX 78626 by Separation Systems Consultants, Inc., in the not-to-exceed amount of twenty-nine thousand two hundred and eleven dollars ($29,211.00) via TIPS coop contract #200601 and authorizing the execution of this contract. Funding sources are P610 and 445P.
Attachments
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a report from J.T. Vaughn Construction, Change Order No. 13 for the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center Addition (P530), in the amount of $78,285. There will be no additional days toward substantial completion. Funding Source is P530.
Attachments
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Contract #T4116 Pre-Coating Mixture Asphalt, renewal option period 2, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract per attached documentation and spreadsheet, with Waller County Asphalt, Inc., for the 12-month term of 06/14/23 – 06/13/24 and authorizing the execution of the extension.
Attachments
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the extension of Mowing for County Right of Ways Contract #22IFB102, Renewal option period #1, with RHB Construction for the term of June 01, 2023 – June 01, 2024, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract per attached spreadsheet, and authorizing the execution of the extension.
Attachments
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Improvements to County Road 129, under IFB #23IFB71. Funding Source is P375.
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Change Order No 1 to contract number T4115 for QA Construction Services Inc. in the amount of $31,150.51 for CR 375 Reconstruction. Funding source: P497.
Attachments
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a license agreement with Parkside on the River Master Community, Inc. – Precinct 3.
Attachments
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a license agreement with Parkside Peninsula Residential Community, Inc. – Precinct 3.
Attachments
REGULAR AGENDA
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 1 - 5, 2023 as Air Quality Awareness Week in Williamson County.
Attachments
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution recognizing May 2023 as ALS Awareness Month.
Attachments
36.
9:30am
Conduct a public hearing relating to a request from the Sheriff's Office to transfer the funding and convert position control number (PCN) 0537 Corrections Peace Officer from the Corrections Department to the Sheriff's Department for the position of Deputy, with a Detective stipend. The position assignment will be to work on the Overdose Investigation Team. In the background section, information is given to assist in the discussion of (1) the reason for the funding transfer, including the public purpose that will be served by transferring the funding; and (2) the exact amount of the funding transfer, the sources of the payment, and the terms for distribution of the payment that effect and maintain the public purpose to be served if any excess is needed.
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to transfer funding and convert position control number
(PCN) 0537 Corrections Peace Officer from the Corrections Department to the Sheriff's Department for the position of Deputy with a Detective stipend to work on the Overdose Investigation Team.
Attachments
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
Attachments
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a position conversion for Position Control Number (PCN) 2018 within the Commissioners Court Dept. budget.
Attachments
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on proposed changes to the Employee Policy Manual to be effective October 1, 2023.
Attachments
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the Williamson County Wellness Updates.
Attachments
42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving FY 2023 revisions to the Purchasing Manual.
Attachments
43.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding adopting an order relating to a public hearing and approving financing by Waste Management, Inc. and related matters in compliance with Section 501.159 of the Texas Development Corporation Act, Texas Local Government Code, chapter 501 and with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code (Note: The proposed resolution approving the bonds does not create any liability for Williamson County).
Attachments
- Letter To Williamson County Mission Economic Development Corp-Waste Management
- Certificate and Order Mission Economic Development Corp-Waste Management
44.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Service Contract #2023191 between Williamson County and TESSCO, Inc. for the amount of $165,013.55, and exempting from the competitive bidding process requirements pursuant to the discretionary exemption as set forth under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(3) [an item necessary because of unforeseen damage to public property] and authorizing the execution of the contract.
Attachments
45.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the approval of an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and Williamson County Emergency Services District No. 4 for the establishment of EMS ambulance and personnel housing at Liberty Hill Fire Station No.2.
Attachments
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0000.367403 |
Description:
Park Donations |
Amount:
237.00 |
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0510.003670 |
Description:
Use of Donations |
Amount:
$237.00 |
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0000.370500 |
Description:
Miscellaneous Revenue |
Amount:
181.00 |
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0630.004921 |
Description:
Co Wide RX Disc Card Program |
Amount:
$181.00 |
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #23IFB57 CR 207 HMAC Widening
to the lowest and best bidder, Chasco Constructors, Ltd., LLP in the amount of $1,034,443.00 and authorizing the execution of the Construction Services Agreement. Funding Source is P622
Attachments
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Development Agreement with K29 Investments, LLC.
Attachments
52.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Bagdad Real Estate LLC for 0.375 acres of ROW needed on Bagdad Road at County Road 279. (Parcel 37) Funding Source: Road Bonds P343.
Attachments
53.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Terry A. Williams for 0.122 acres of ROW needed on County Road 255. (Parcel 29) Funding Source: TANS P588.
Attachments
54.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Swindoll Investments, LP for 4.091 acres of ROW needed on Southeast Loop Segment 2. (Parcel 44) Funding Source: TANS P588.
Attachments
55.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a Possession and Use Agreement with Michael Forbes Harlow, Linda Lunsford Harlow, Jeremiah Forbes Harlow and Crystal Eastham Harlow for 0.1 acres of ROW needed for the Liberty Hill Bypass. (Parcel 5) Funding Source: Road Bonds P346.
Attachments
56.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Zoomers Investment Group, LLC for 0.176 acres of ROW needed on Hero Way/RM 2243. (Parcel 338) Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
Attachments
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn 2.453 acres required for the construction of Bagdad at County Road 279. (Edward Wolf and Jennifer Wolf/ Parcel 10) Funding Source: Road Bonds P343.
Attachments
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn 2.977 acres (Parcel 219) and 0.008 acres (Parcel 219 Part 2) required for the construction of Hero Way/RM 2243. (Carol Stipanovic Mize and Michael Robert Mize a/k/a Michael R. Mize; Parcel 219 Parts 1 and 2) Funding Source: Road Bonds P326.
Attachments
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn 3.230 acres required for the construction of Hero Way/RM 2243. (United Bear Creek Storage, L.P. Parcel 221) Funding Source: Road Bonds P326.
Attachments
60.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an update for the 88th Legislative Session.
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)."
61.
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 CR 255.
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.
y) Discuss the acquisition of 321 Ed Schmidt Blvd., #300, Hutto, Texas
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
i) Sale of property located 747 County Rd. 138 Hutto, Texas
j) Discuss Right of Way for Southwestern Boulevard, Georgetown, 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.
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 CR 255.
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.
y) Discuss the acquisition of 321 Ed Schmidt Blvd., #300, Hutto, Texas
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
i) Sale of property located 747 County Rd. 138 Hutto, Texas
j) Discuss Right of Way for Southwestern Boulevard, Georgetown, 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.
62.
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 Fittipaldi
b) Project Acropolis
c) Project World
d) Project Mellencamp
e) Project Corgi
f) Project Anniversary
g) Project Glee
h) Project Skyfall
i) Project Stamper
j) Project Soul Train
Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
a) Project Fittipaldi
b) Project Acropolis
c) Project World
d) Project Mellencamp
e) Project Corgi
f) Project Anniversary
g) Project Glee
h) Project Skyfall
i) Project Stamper
j) Project Soul Train
63.
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:
e. Other:
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:
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.
1. Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, LP, et al.; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas, and related lawsuits
2. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00074-LY; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
3. 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
4. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00275-LY; 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
5. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350-RP; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Texas, Robert Chody, and Christopher Pisa; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
6. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00374-RP; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Texas, and Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
7. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00481-LY; Marquina Gilliam-Hicks v. Sean Feldman, In his individual capacity, and Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
8. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00615-LY; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
9. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
10. Cause No. 22-0916-C368; Chris Noel Carlin v. Christopher Davis and Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
11. 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
12. Cause No. 22-2067-C395; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney's Office Victim Services Division, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. 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, et al.; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-00576-P; Kyle Strongin, et al. v. Williamson County, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
15. Cause No. 22-1152-C425; Catherine Johnston v. Bill Gravell, Williamson County Judge, et al.; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. Cause No. 22-1213-C425; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Argonaut Insurance Company; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
17. Cause No. 22-1359-C368; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Great American Insurance Company of New York; In the 368th Judicial Court of Williamson County, Texas
18. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-007162; Williamson County v. Ken Paxton, Attorney General of the State of Texas; In the 353rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
19. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00019; Cindy McNatt, individually and as dependent administrator of Estate of Joshua Ray McNatt, et al. v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
20. Cause No. 23-0297-C368; Texas Fair Defense Project v. Williamson County Sheriff's Office; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
c. EEOC/TWC matters:
2. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00074-LY; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
3. 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
4. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00275-LY; 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
5. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350-RP; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Texas, Robert Chody, and Christopher Pisa; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
6. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00374-RP; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Texas, and Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
7. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00481-LY; Marquina Gilliam-Hicks v. Sean Feldman, In his individual capacity, and Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
8. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00615-LY; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
9. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
10. Cause No. 22-0916-C368; Chris Noel Carlin v. Christopher Davis and Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
11. 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
12. Cause No. 22-2067-C395; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney's Office Victim Services Division, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. 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, et al.; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-00576-P; Kyle Strongin, et al. v. Williamson County, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
15. Cause No. 22-1152-C425; Catherine Johnston v. Bill Gravell, Williamson County Judge, et al.; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. Cause No. 22-1213-C425; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Argonaut Insurance Company; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
17. Cause No. 22-1359-C368; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Great American Insurance Company of New York; In the 368th Judicial Court of Williamson County, Texas
18. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-007162; Williamson County v. Ken Paxton, Attorney General of the State of Texas; In the 353rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
19. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00019; Cindy McNatt, individually and as dependent administrator of Estate of Joshua Ray McNatt, et al. v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
20. Cause No. 23-0297-C368; Texas Fair Defense Project v. Williamson County Sheriff's Office; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
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. EEOC Charge EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B.
d. Claims:
e. Other:
1. Legal matters pertaining to the Emergency Communications Department.
2. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
3. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
4. Legal matters pertaining to DM Medical Billings, LLC.
5. Legal matters relating to proposed Hutto TIRZ #3.
6. Legal matters pertaining to nuisance abatement procedures.
7. Discuss legal matters relating to a Lease Agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center, Inc.
2. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
3. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
4. Legal matters pertaining to DM Medical Billings, LLC.
5. Legal matters relating to proposed Hutto TIRZ #3.
6. Legal matters pertaining to nuisance abatement procedures.
7. Discuss legal matters relating to a Lease Agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center, Inc.
64.
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).
65.
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).
66.
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)
67.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
68.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
69.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other legal matters, including the following:
a. General:
e. Other:
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:
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.
1. Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, LP, et al.; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas, and related lawsuits
2. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00074-LY; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
3. 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
4. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00275-LY; 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
5. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350-RP; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Texas, Robert Chody, and Christopher Pisa; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
6. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00374-RP; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Texas, and Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
7. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00481-LY; Marquina Gilliam-Hicks v. Sean Feldman, In his individual capacity, and Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
8. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00615-LY; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
9. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
10. Cause No. 22-0916-C368; Chris Noel Carlin v. Christopher Davis and Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
11. 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
12. Cause No. 22-2067-C395; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney's Office Victim Services Division, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. 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, et al.; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-00576-P; Kyle Strongin, et al. v. Williamson County, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
15. Cause No. 22-1152-C425; Catherine Johnston v. Bill Gravell, Williamson County Judge, et al.; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. Cause No. 22-1213-C425; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Argonaut Insurance Company; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
17. Cause No. 22-1359-C368; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Great American Insurance Company of New York; In the 368th Judicial Court of Williamson County, Texas
18. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-007162; Williamson County v. Ken Paxton, Attorney General of the State of Texas; In the 353rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
19. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00019; Cindy McNatt, individually and as dependent administrator of Estate of Joshua Ray McNatt, et al. v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
20. Cause No. 23-0297-C368; Texas Fair Defense Project v. Williamson County Sheriff's Office; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
c. EEOC/TWC matters:
2. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00074-LY; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
3. 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
4. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00275-LY; 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
5. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350-RP; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Texas, Robert Chody, and Christopher Pisa; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
6. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00374-RP; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Texas, and Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
7. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00481-LY; Marquina Gilliam-Hicks v. Sean Feldman, In his individual capacity, and Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
8. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00615-LY; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
9. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
10. Cause No. 22-0916-C368; Chris Noel Carlin v. Christopher Davis and Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
11. 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
12. Cause No. 22-2067-C395; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney's Office Victim Services Division, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. 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, et al.; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-00576-P; Kyle Strongin, et al. v. Williamson County, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
15. Cause No. 22-1152-C425; Catherine Johnston v. Bill Gravell, Williamson County Judge, et al.; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. Cause No. 22-1213-C425; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Argonaut Insurance Company; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
17. Cause No. 22-1359-C368; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Great American Insurance Company of New York; In the 368th Judicial Court of Williamson County, Texas
18. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-007162; Williamson County v. Ken Paxton, Attorney General of the State of Texas; In the 353rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
19. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00019; Cindy McNatt, individually and as dependent administrator of Estate of Joshua Ray McNatt, et al. v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
20. Cause No. 23-0297-C368; Texas Fair Defense Project v. Williamson County Sheriff's Office; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
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. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B.
d. Claims:
e. Other:
1. Legal matters pertaining to the Emergency Communications Department.
2. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
3. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
4. Legal matters pertaining to DM Medical Billings, LLC.
5. Legal matters relating to proposed Hutto TIRZ #3.
6. Legal matters pertaining to nuisance abatement procedures.
7. Discuss legal matters relating to a Lease Agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center, Inc.
2. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
3. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
4. Legal matters pertaining to DM Medical Billings, LLC.
5. Legal matters relating to proposed Hutto TIRZ #3.
6. Legal matters pertaining to nuisance abatement procedures.
7. Discuss legal matters relating to a Lease Agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center, Inc.
70.
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 28th day of April 2023 at 1:00 P.M. and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.