NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
July 18, 2023
9:30 A.M.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
July 18, 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 – 36 )
( Items 3 – 36 )
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the District Courts.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100-0435-004167 |
Description:
Unknown Father - Crt Appt Atty |
Amount:
$2,000.00 |
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100-0435-004168 |
Description:
Unlocated Father - Crt Appt At |
Amount:
$2,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100-0435-004933 |
Description:
Food for Jurors |
Amount:
$4,000.00 |
4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Pretrial Services.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0591.004100 |
Description:
Professional Services |
Amount:
$1,100.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0591.004141 |
Description:
Interpreters |
Amount:
$1,100.00 |
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the District Attorney's Office.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100-0440-003398 |
Description:
Video/CD/DVD |
Amount:
$1,000.00 |
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100-0440-004932 |
Description:
Trial Expenses |
Amount:
$4,000.00 |
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100-0440-004125 |
Description:
Transcripts |
Amount:
$1,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100-0440-004541 |
Description:
Vehicle Repairs |
Amount:
$6,000.00 |
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace, PCT 1
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
from |
Acct No.:
0100.0451.004190 |
Description:
AUTOPSIES, MED INQUESTS |
Amount:
$18,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0451.004192 |
Description:
TRANSPORTATION/AUTOPSIES |
Amount:
$18,000.00 |
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Parks Department.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0510.003005 |
Description:
Office Furniture < $5,000 |
Amount:
$1,500.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0510.004231 |
Description:
Travel |
Amount:
$1,500.00 |
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Regional Animal Shelter Fund.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0545.0545.003100 |
Description:
Office Supplies |
Amount:
$500.00 |
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0545.0545.003318 |
Description:
Janitorial Supplies |
Amount:
$3,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0545.0545.004968 |
Description:
Care for Animals |
Amount:
$3,500.00 |
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0545.0545.004505 |
Description:
Software Maintenance |
Amount:
$3,000.00 |
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0545.0545.003900 |
Description:
Memberships |
Amount:
$575.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0545.0545.004100 |
Description:
Professional Services |
Amount:
$3,575.00 |
9.
Discuss, Consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Juvenile Services.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0576.003011 |
Description:
Computer Software |
Amount:
$8,000.00 |
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0576.004100 |
Description:
Professional Services |
Amount:
$10,000.00 |
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0576.003010 |
Description:
Computer Equipment |
Amount:
$6,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0576.004541 |
Description:
Vehicle Repairs and Maintenanc |
Amount:
$10,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0576.004232 |
Description:
Training and Conferences |
Amount:
$8,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0576.003005 |
Description:
Office Furniture |
Amount:
$1,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0576.003009 |
Description:
Linens and Toiletries |
Amount:
$2,500.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0576.004999 |
Description:
Miscellaneous Supplies |
Amount:
$500.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0576.003311 |
Description:
Uniforms |
Amount:
$1,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0576.004705 |
Description:
Pre-Employment Screening |
Amount:
$1,000.00 |
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Fire Marshal Special Operations Department.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100-0542-003110 |
Description:
Other Supplies |
Amount:
$1,500.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100-0542-004543 |
Description:
Repairs to Equipment |
Amount:
$1,500.00 |
11.
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.:
0100.0560.003010 |
Description:
Computer Equipment |
Amount:
$2,500.00 |
|
From/To:
TO: |
Acct No.:
0100.0560.003001 |
Description:
Small Equip & Tools |
Amount:
$2,500.00 |
12.
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:
$5,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0570.003100 |
Description:
Office Supplies |
Amount:
$5,000.00 |
13.
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:
$6,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0570.003301 |
Description:
Gasoline |
Amount:
$6,000.00 |
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0509.004962 |
Description:
Janitorial Services |
Amount:
$3,950.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0509.001107 |
Description:
Temp Labor |
Amount:
$3,500.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0509.002010 |
Description:
FICA |
Amount:
$450.00 |
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.
Attachments
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 07/10/2023for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
Attachments
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of June 2023 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
Attachments
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, June 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
Attachments
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, June 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.
Attachments
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and receiving annual audit reports from Emergency Service Districts located within Williamson County in accordance with Health & Safety Code Sec. 775.082.
Attachments
- WCESD 1 - Jollyville
- WCESD 2 - Sam Bass
- WCESD 3 - Hutto
- WCESD 4 - Liberty Hill
- WCESD 5 - Jarrell
- WCESD 6 - Weir
- WCESD 7 - Florence
- WCESD 8 - Georgetown
- WCESD 9 - Round Rock
- WCESD 10 - Coupland-Thrall
- WCESD 11 - Cedar Park
- WCESD 12 - Cedar Park
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving agreement #2023231 between Williamson County and the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) for off duty contracting services with Constable Deputies and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
Attachments
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the Tax Collection Agreement between the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No 19D and the County of Williamson, Texas.
Attachments
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the termination of an agreement with Assembled Products Corporation dba Spray Master Technologies for a disinfecting pump system and chemicals, effective after 30 days, and that appropriate officials take necessary actions to execute this termination of agreement.
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the addendum to which this will extend the services provided by Questica for the budget software implementation project and authorizing the execution of the Amendment.
Attachments
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement for Proposal #2023247 between Williamson County and Brymer Communication Services, LLC in the amount of $38,559.00 pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4777, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
Attachments
26.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Interlocal Agreement (ILA) between Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) and Williamson County for HazMat training and execution of the agreement #2023248 and exempting the purchasing from the competitive bidding requirement through Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a) (4) a personal or professional service.
Attachments
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a report from JT Vaughn Construction, Change Order No. 14 for the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center Addition project (P574) in the amount of ($849.) Funding Source is P530.
Attachments
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a report from Vaughn Construction, LLC, Change Order No. 1 for the Williamson County ESOC Ops Floor Console project (P625) for a time only change of 25 days toward substantial completion. Funding Source is P625
Attachments
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a report from Vaughn Construction, LLC, Change Order No. 7 for the Williamson County Expo Improvements project (P562) for a time only change of 120 days toward substantial completion. Funding Source is P562.
Attachments
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 3 under Williamson County Contract between Diamond Surveying and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for Long Range Transportation Plan Controlled Access Facility Right of Way. This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to December 31, 2024 and increase the maximum amount payable to $201,590.00. Funding source: P457
Attachments
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for IFB #23IFB94 for Landfill Farm Lease Hutto - 100 Acre Tract for Road and Bridge Department.
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on ratifying and approving the preliminary plat for the Blue Hole private Subdivision – Precinct 2.
Attachments
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Rancho Del Cielo Phase 2A subdivision – Precinct 4.
Attachments
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Lots 12 & 13 Tonkawa Village and 1.358 acres subdivision – Precinct 3.
Attachments
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Lariat Section 6 subdivision – Precinct 2.
Attachments
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Nolina Phase 2A and 2B subdivision – Precinct 3.
Attachments
REGULAR AGENDA
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on recognizing staff from the District Clerk and Technology Services offices for winning the 2023 Tyler Excellence Award for the implementation of Enterprise Jury Manager.
38.
Hear a presentation, discuss, and take appropriate action on the results of Cycle 6 of the Salary Study.
Attachments
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the July 18, 2023, Wellness Updates.
Attachments
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the District Attorney's request to move surplus salary dollars to a vacant position.
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a policy exception for a promotion in the District Attorney's Office.
42.
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.
Attachments
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for EMS.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100-0540-001100 |
Description:
F/T SALARIES |
Amount:
$73,672.62 |
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100-0540-001810 |
Description:
EMS STOT SALARIES |
Amount:
$382,418.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100-0540-001110 |
Description:
OVERTIME |
Amount:
$456,090.62 |
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Special Session to consider Recommendations from the 2023 Williamson County Citizens Bond Committee and whether to call a bond election for November 7, 2023 to be held by the Williamson County Commissioners Court in the Commissioners Courtroom, 710 Main Street, in Georgetown, Texas on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at 1:30 P.M.
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on advertising and setting a date for the public hearing on the 2023-2024 county budget for Tuesday, August 29th, 2023, at 10:00 AM.
46.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #23RFP73 Retrofit Existing Lighting with LED Upgrade at Southwest Williamson County Regional Park to BJI, Inc. dba BJ Electric Company in the amount of $1,025,710.10
and authorizing the execution of the agreement. Funding Source is P607.
Attachments
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #23RFP64 Standby Generator and Automatic Transfer Switch Preventative Maintenance, Repair and Rental Service to the only submitting proposer Austin Generator Services.
Attachments
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing an amendment to Services Contract #2023238 for Asbestos Abatement for the Old DPS Building between Building Abatement Demolition Company, Inc. and Williamson County to include the Game Warden Office, thus increasing the not-to-exceed amount to Eighteen Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Two Dollars and Two Cents ($18,562.02) pursuant to TIPS Contract #211001
.
Attachments
49.
Receive the July 2023 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation
Attachments
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a TCEQ Agent Authorization Form for the Edwards Aquifer Protection Program associated with the CR 258 Project, a 2013 Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 2. Project: P277
Attachments
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the CR 134/CR 132 Extension (Hutto Arterial) Consent to Contract Assignment between Williamson County and DEC - Central Texas, LLC, relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program.
Project: P376 Funding Source: Road Bonds
Attachments
52.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $195,302.81 for Project 22IFB139 FM3349 at US79 (James Construction Group) P: 332 Funding Source: Road Bond.
Attachments
53.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 5 in the amount of $1,093,581.24 for Project T3346 Southeast Loop Segment 1 Phase 1 (James Construction Group) P: 463 Funding Source: Road Bond.
Attachments
54.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $3,440.89 for Project 22IFB110 Southwest Bypass Extension (Joe Bland Construction) P: 352 Funding Source: Road Bond.
Attachments
55.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $83,559.50 for Project 22IFB126 Future County Road (CR404 to FM973) (Chasco Constructors) P: 619a Funding Source: Road Bond.
Attachments
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Kenneth Bell and Carrie Bell for 0.063 acres and 0.378 acres needed as right of way on the CR 255 project (Parcel 3). Funding Source: TANS P588
Attachments
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a purchase contract with 3349 Business Holdings, LLC for 60.628 acres needed as right of way, 6.386 acres for a drainage easement and 0.466 acres for a temporary construction easement on the E. Wilco Highway project (SE Loop Segment 2) parcel 46. Funding Source: TANS P588
Attachments
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute an Electric and Aerial Utility Easement to Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. on property currently owned by Williamson County on Sam Bass Road (Corridor H). Funding Source: Road Bond P462
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)."
"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: CR 332
b) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
c) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 255.
d) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 111.
e) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
f) Discuss the acquisition of real property for future SH 29 corridor.
g) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Hero Way.
h) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
i) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
j) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
k) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for SE Loop/Corridor A.
l) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
m) Discuss the acquisition of drainage/detention easements for real property North of WMCO Juvenile Detention Center
n) Discuss acquisition of right of way for Corridor E.
o) Discuss acquisition of right of way for Liberty Hill Bypass.
p) 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) Sale of property located 747 County Rd. 138 Hutto, 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
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: CR 332
b) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
c) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 255.
d) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 111.
e) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
f) Discuss the acquisition of real property for future SH 29 corridor.
g) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Hero Way.
h) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
i) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
j) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
k) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for SE Loop/Corridor A.
l) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
m) Discuss the acquisition of drainage/detention easements for real property North of WMCO Juvenile Detention Center
n) Discuss acquisition of right of way for Corridor E.
o) Discuss acquisition of right of way for Liberty Hill Bypass.
p) 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) Sale of property located 747 County Rd. 138 Hutto, 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
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 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
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:
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 vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas/County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, L.P., et al.,
MDL PRETRIAL CAUSE NO. 2018-63587, in the 152d District Court of Harris County, Texas.
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. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. 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
19. 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
20. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Civil Action No. 1:22-CV-00819-RP; J.R. Norwood v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
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. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. 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
19. 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
20. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Civil Action No. 1:22-CV-00819-RP; J.R. Norwood v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
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. EEOC Charge EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B.
d. Claims:
e. Other:
1. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
2. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
3. Legal matters pertaining to DM Medical Billings, LLC.
4. Legal matters relating to proposed Hutto TIRZ #3.
5. Legal matters pertaining to nuisance abatement procedures.
6. Discuss legal matters relating to a Lease Agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center, Inc.
2. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
3. Legal matters pertaining to DM Medical Billings, LLC.
4. Legal matters relating to proposed Hutto TIRZ #3.
5. Legal matters pertaining to nuisance abatement procedures.
6. Discuss legal matters relating to a Lease Agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center, Inc.
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.
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)
65.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Williamson County Judge to execute the settlement participation and release forms regarding settlement offers from Walmart, Inc.; CVS Health Corporation/CVS Pharmacy, Inc.; and Walgreens Co.
in the matter of Texas opioid multi-district litigation for Williamson County in the matter of County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, Inc., et al., MDL PRETRIAL CAUSE NO. 2018-63587, in the 152d District Court of Harris County, Texas.
Attachments
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:
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 vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas/County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, L.P., et al.,
MDL PRETRIAL CAUSE NO. 2018-63587, in the 152d District Court of Harris County, Texas.
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. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. 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
19. 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
20. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Civil Action No. 1:22-CV-00819-RP; J.R. Norwood v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
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. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. 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
19. 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
20. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Civil Action No. 1:22-CV-00819-RP; J.R. Norwood v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
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. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B.
d. Claims:
e. Other:
1. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
2. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
3. Legal matters pertaining to DM Medical Billings, LLC.
4. Legal matters relating to proposed Hutto TIRZ #3.
5. Legal matters pertaining to nuisance abatement procedures.
6. Discuss legal matters relating to a Lease Agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center, Inc.
2. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
3. Legal matters pertaining to DM Medical Billings, LLC.
4. Legal matters relating to proposed Hutto TIRZ #3.
5. Legal matters pertaining to nuisance abatement procedures.
6. Discuss legal matters relating to a Lease Agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center, Inc.
69.
70.
Comments from Commissioners.
71.
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 14th day of July 2023 at 5:00 P.M. and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.