NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
October 3, 2023
9:30 A.M.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
October 3, 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 – 31 )
( Items 3 – 31 )
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for County Court at Law #1.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
FROM |
Acct No.:
0100-0409-004998 |
Description:
Non Deptarmental/Contingencies |
Amount:
$3,014.20 |
|
From/To:
TO |
Acct No.:
0100-0426-001107 |
Description:
CCL#1/Temp Labor |
Amount:
$2,800.00 |
|
From/To:
TO |
Acct No.:
0100-0426-002010 |
Description:
CCL#1/FICA |
Amount:
214.20 |
4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the line item transfer for the Risk Fund.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0840.0841.004998 |
Description:
Risk Fund - Contingencies |
Amount:
$18,900.04 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0840.0841.001100 |
Description:
Risk Fund - FT Salary |
Amount:
$15,278.93 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0840.0841.002010 |
Description:
Risk Fund - FICA |
Amount:
$1,168.84 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0840.0841.002020 |
Description:
Risk Fund - Retirement |
Amount:
$2,452.27 |
5.
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.:
0100.0509.004509 |
Description:
Facility Enhancements |
Amount:
$100,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0509.004810 |
Description:
Landscape Services |
Amount:
$100,000.00 |
6.
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 09.01.23 through 09.30.23.
Attachments
7.
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 09.01.23 through 09.30.23.
Attachments
8.
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 09.01.23 through 09.30.23.
Attachments
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on confirming the appointment of Justin Postell as Deputy Constable for Williamson County pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 86.011.
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on adding Total Compensation App to the Benefitfocus platform, in the amount of Five thousand dollars ($5,000.00), and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
Attachments
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Amended Contract #2023286 between Williamson County and West Publishing Corporation and/or Thomson Reuters Enterprise Centre GmbH for a Westlaw Proflex Subscription pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-LGL-CALIR-02. The term of the original agreement was 36 months, with a 1% increase in year two and year three. The monthly charges going forward are as such: Year Two-$5,527.50; and Year Three-$5,582.78. The reason for the amendment is due to the addition of three new attorney positions for FY24.
Attachments
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving and ratifying the emergency purchase with Ingram Technologies, LLC in the amount of $139,647.95 for additional Pivot 3 systems for the Corrections Department and exempting the purchase from the competitive bidding requirements as per Section 262.024 (a)(3) [an item necessary because of unforeseen damage to public property] and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
Attachments
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Sole Source Provider Exemption for the Enterprise Justice Defendant Acces software application and exempting Tyler Technologies, Inc. from the competitive bidding requirements established by section 262.024(a)(7) of the Texas Local Government Code, Discretionary Exemptions, as the Sole Source provider for Williamson County.
Attachments
- Dept Head Justification Letter
- Tyler Technologies Specifications
- Notarized Affidavit of Sole Source
- Recommendation Letter for Sole Source
- Recommendation letter from Director Joy S.
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Purchase #2023276 between Williamson County and Dana Safety Supply, Inc. for the amount of $61,102.96 pursuant to TIPS contract #210102, and authorizing the execution of the Services Contract.
Attachments
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Use and Access Agreement Request #2023288 from the Jarrell Independent School District Police Department (ISD PD).
Attachments
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the three (3) year Agreement #2023280 between Guardian Alliance Technologies, Inc. and Williamson County for employment related background investigation as needed, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
Attachments
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Austin Vineyard Church for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 3, 2023 (Church located in Precinct #1 at 13208 Morris Rd., Austin)
Attachments
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Samsung E&C America, Inc. for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 3, 2023 (FM 973, Taylor)
Attachments
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a report from Johnston, LLC for the Justice Complex Improvement project (P476), Amendment 1 for Supplemental Agreement 1 for Design and Engineering Services for a time extension September 16, 2024. Funding Source is P476.
Attachments
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the extension of Contract #22IFB152 for Aggregates for Surface Treatments Grades 3, 5, renewal period #1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to Vulcan Construction Materials LLC for the 12-month term of November 15, 2023 - November 14, 2024, and authorizing execution of the renewal agreement.
Attachments
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the extension of Contract #22IFB145 for Limestone Rock Asphalt, renewal period #1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to Vulcan Construction Materials LLC for the 12-month term of November 15, 2023 - November 14, 2024, and authorizing execution of the renewal agreement.
Attachments
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Engineering Services for the Planning of Corridor A3 from SH 95 to US 79, under RFSQ #23RFSQ113. Funding source is P630.
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 12 in the amount of $99,846.50 to expire on September 30, 2024 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping LLC and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for Ronald Reagan Corridor Segment D from Williams Drive to SH 195. Funding source: P588
Attachments
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between Landesign Services, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for LTP Controlled Access Facility ROW. This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to June 30, 2024. Funding source: P588
Attachments
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between WSB & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 9, 2021 for CR 201 from CR 200 to Umbrella Sky Phase 1. This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to December 31, 2023 and to increase the maximum amount payable to $167,537.50. Funding source: P499
Attachments
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Change Order No 1 to contract number 23IFB27 for Bennett Paving Inc. in the amount of $46,999.54 for Brushy Creek and Fern Bluff Intersections Ph 2 Milling and Overlay. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.003599
Attachments
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between K Friese + Associates, LLC and Williamson County dated May 31, 2022 for On Call Small Drainage and Small Roadway Projects. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $150,000.00. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100
Attachments
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 3 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Dunaway Associates and Williamson County dated September 10, 2019 for Structural Engineering Services Cave Void Closure Plans. This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2024. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100
Attachments
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Change Order No 1 to contract number 23IFB57 for Chasco Constructors in the amount of $9,931.00 for CR 207 HMAC Widening. Funding source: P622
Attachments
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 5, Section 4A subdivision – Precinct 2.
Attachments
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the amended plat of Lots 3 & 4, Block S, Santa Rita Ranch Phase 5, Section 3B subdivision – Precinct 2.
Attachments
REGULAR AGENDA
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on proclamation naming the month of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Attachments
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a proclamation naming the month of October as "Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month".
Attachments
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a proclamation recognizing the month of October to be National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Attachments
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a proclamation declaring October 2023 as National Chiropractic Health Month in Williamson County.
Attachments
36.
Discuss and take appropriate action to proclaim October 1-7, 2023, as National 4-H Week in Williamson County. Presentation by Williamson County 4-H members.
Attachments
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the October 3, 2023, Wellness Updates.
Attachments
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the reappointment of Hank Jones as the Williamson County Fire Marshal for a two-year term commencing October 31, 2023, subject to the conditions of employment and employment policies of all Williamson County employees, pursuant to Local Government Code Section 352.011 (b).
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Official Bond and Oath for Hank Jones, Williamson County Fire Marshal, in the amount of $10,000.00 pursuant to Local Government Code 352.012, effective October 31, 2023, through October 31, 2025.
Attachments
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to appoint members of the Sexual Assault Response Team as required by Section 351.252, Texas Local Government Code.
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a policy exception for a new hire for the new SVU VAC position in the District Attorney's Office.
42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a policy exception for a new hire for the new Felony Prosecutor II position in the District Attorney's Office.
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Williamson County EMS the ability to participate in the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Workforce Recruitment and Retention program.
Attachments
44.
Discuss, consider and take possible action in connection with a resolution approving the transfer by the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs of an allocation of private activity bond volume cap in connection with a single family mortgage origination program.
Attachments
- Memo Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation Volume Cap Transfer
- Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation Volume Cap Transfer Resolution
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a subrecipient grant agreement between Williamson County and City of Hutto for infrastructure improvements to public water and wastewater systems serving the community for reimbursement under The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
Attachments
46.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Agreement for Program Director Services for the Williamson County Transformative Justice Program between Williamson County and Texas Community Supervisions Alternatives, LLC; and exemption of such services for the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Texas Loc. Gov't Code 262.024(a)(4).
Attachments
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Legal Services Agreement for Williamson County Transformative Justice Program between Williamson County and JR Hancock; and exemption of such services for the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Texas Loc. Gov't Code 262.024(a)(4).
Attachments
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Legal Services Agreement for Williamson County Transformative Justice Program between Williamson County and Jo Poenitzsch; and exemption of such services for the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Texas Loc. Gov't Code 262.024(a)(4).
Attachments
49.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase from Executive Signs Enterprises, Inc. for additional custom signage including delivery and installation, in the not-to-exceed amount of $10,960.00, Contract #2023283, and exempting this purchase from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024(a)(7)(D) captive replacement parts or components for equipment and execution of the proposal. The Funding Source is P315
Attachments
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive competitive sealed proposals for Crushed Granite Base under IFB #23IFB110.
51.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve a 2013 Road Bond Transfer to move funds between the attached projects.
Attachments
52.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve a 2019 Road Bond Transfer to move funds between the attached projects.
Attachments
53.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the 2023 Tax Anticipation Note budget recommendation.
Attachments
54.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the projects and budgets for the 2018,2019,2020,2021,2022,2023 and 2024 Capital Improvement Programs, as well as the 2015 Certificate of Obligation, 2013 Park Bond, 2019 Park Bond, and Long Range Transportation (LTP).
Attachments
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between K Friese + Associates, LLC and Williamson County dated May 31, 2022 for On Call Design Engineering Services for Small Drainage and Small Roadway Projects. This Contract Amendment No 1 is to update the rate schedule. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100
Attachments
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an exchange deed and easement agreement with the City of Liberty Hill for right of way needed as part of the Liberty Hill Bypass project and as consideration included in the Interlocal Agreement between Liberty Hill and Williamson County approved by the Commissioners Court on May 25, 2023.
Attachments
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreement for Gift of Real Property with Williamson County Emergency Services District No. 4 for 0.3154 acres of right of way needed on the Ronald Reagan Widening project (Parcel 10). Funding Source: Road Bonds P336
Attachments
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a possession and use agreement with Charles and Terry Hoskins for 0.809 acres needed as right of way and 0.789 acres for an electric easement on the Hero Way project (Parcel 329). Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
Attachments
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a rule 11 condemnation settlement agreement with Rosa and Pedro Aguado for ROW, waterline and aerial electric easements needed on the CR 332 project. (Parcels 4 & 5). Funding Source: Road Bonds P366
Attachments
60.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (2.492 acres) required for the construction of Corridor B/Chandler Road. (M. Reyna Trucking, LLC) Funding Source: LRTP P457
Attachments
61.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.278 acres and 0.068 acres) required for the construction of Hero Way. (TDW Development, LLC and JGHTDH #1, LLC/ Parcel 339) Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
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)."
62.
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 SH 195 @ Ronald Reagan.
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 Ronald Reagan Widening.
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
q) Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Bagdad Road/CR 279.
r) Discuss the acquisition of right of way for CR 314.
s) Discuss acquisition of right of way for Corridor J.
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
d) Discuss Blue Springs Blvd. property
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 SH 195 @ Ronald Reagan.
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 Ronald Reagan Widening.
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
q) Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Bagdad Road/CR 279.
r) Discuss the acquisition of right of way for CR 314.
s) Discuss acquisition of right of way for Corridor J.
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
d) Discuss Blue Springs Blvd. property
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
63.
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 World
b) Project Mellencamp
c) Project Corgi
d) Project Anniversary
e) Project Glee
f) Project Skyfall
g) Project Stamper
h) Project Soul Train
i) Project Dragon
j) Project Scrabble
Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
a) Project World
b) Project Mellencamp
c) Project Corgi
d) Project Anniversary
e) Project Glee
f) Project Skyfall
g) Project Stamper
h) Project Soul Train
i) Project Dragon
j) Project Scrabble
64.
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:
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-00615-LY; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
8. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
19. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
20. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01120; Jeremy Story v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
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-00615-LY; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
8. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
19. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
20. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01120; Jeremy Story v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B.
2. USERRA Case No. TX-2023-00052-40-R
2. USERRA Case No. TX-2023-00052-40-R
d. Claims:
1. Property damage and personal injury claims from Emkay, Inc. and Helmsman Management Services, Inc. for vehicle incident occurring on or about 01/09/2023 at Hwy 29 near Patriot Way.
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.
65.
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).
66.
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).
67.
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)
68.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
69.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
70.
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-00615-LY; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
8. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
19. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
20. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01120; Jeremy Story v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
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-00615-LY; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
8. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
19. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
20. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01120; Jeremy Story v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B.
2. USERRA Case No. TX-2023-00052-40-R
2. USERRA Case No. TX-2023-00052-40-R
d. Claims:
1. Property damage and personal injury claims from Emkay, Inc. and Helmsman Management Services, Inc. for vehicle incident occurring on or about 01/09/2023 at Hwy 29 near Patriot Way.
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.
71.
72.
Comments from Commissioners.
73.
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 September 2023 at 7:00 P.M. and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.