NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
December 5, 2023
9:30 A.M.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
December 5, 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 – 39 )
( Items 3 – 39 )
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Commissioner Precinct Two.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
FROM |
Acct No.:
0100-0212-003100 |
Description:
Office Supplies |
Amount:
$689.37 |
|
From/To:
TO |
Acct No.:
0100-0212-003006 |
Description:
Office Equipment |
Amount:
$689.37 |
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Constable, Pct. 2.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100-0552-003001 |
Description:
Small Equipment and Tools |
Amount:
500.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100-0552-003008 |
Description:
Law Enforcement Equipment |
Amount:
500.00 |
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100-0552-003002 |
Description:
Vehicle Equipment |
Amount:
500.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100-0552-003008 |
Description:
Law Enforcement Equipment |
Amount:
500.00 |
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line-item transfer for the Treasurer's Office.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0497.004219 |
Description:
Bank Charges |
Amount:
$726.18 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0497.001914 |
Description:
Bilingual Stipend |
Amount:
$489.23 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0497.002010 |
Description:
FICA |
Amount:
$37.43 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0497.002020 |
Description:
Retirement |
Amount:
$78.52 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0497.004100 |
Description:
Professional Services |
Amount:
$121.00 |
Attachments
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Elections Department.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0492.004100 |
Description:
Professional Services |
Amount:
$10,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0492.004212 |
Description:
Postage |
Amount:
$10,000.00 |
7.
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.:
0100.0570.003107 |
Description:
Medical Equipment < $5,000 |
Amount:
$698.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0570.003006 |
Description:
Office Equipment < $5,000 |
Amount:
$698.00 |
8.
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.:
0100.0509.004510 |
Description:
Facility Maint & Repair |
Amount:
$6,420.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0509.005003 |
Description:
Equipment >$5,000 |
Amount:
$6,420.00 |
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Department of Infrastructure.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0215.004350 |
Description:
Printed Materials & Binding |
Amount:
$353.40 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0215.004414 |
Description:
Vehicle Insurance |
Amount:
$353.40 |
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for On Site Sewage Facilities.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0661.004100 |
Description:
Professional Services |
Amount:
$262.11 |
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0661.004150 |
Description:
Surveying |
Amount:
$262.10 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0661.004414 |
Description:
Vehicle Insurance |
Amount:
$524.21 |
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.
Attachments
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding acceptance of a donation in the amount of $3000 from McCreary, Veselka, Bragg, & Allen, PC pursuant to Tex. Gov't Code 81.032.
13.
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 11.01.23-11.21.23.
Attachments
14.
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 11.01.23-11.21.23.
Attachments
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of county capital assets through Transfer including one Motorola APX7500 Dual Band-Remote Mount Radio, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.
Attachments
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including One 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe Vin #1019, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.
Attachments
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, October 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.
Attachments
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on ratifying the acceptance of the Special Victims Unit Felony Prosecutor Grant #4219103.
Attachments
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on
approving the filing of
the Williamson County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (Adult Probation) FY23 Statement of Financial Position pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code §140.004.
Attachments
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Proposal #202437 between Williamson County and Skinny Cat Software, LLC for Element Learning Management System in the amount of $21,899.00, pursuant to DIR cooperative contract #DIR-CPO-4463, and authorizing execution of the proposal.
Attachments
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Purchase #202485 between Williamson County and Dana Safety Supply, Inc. for the amount of $91,756.52 pursuant to TIPS contract #210102.
Attachments
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Purchase and Maintenance Agreement #202476 for LiveMUM with Wallmap Annual Software License in the amount of $24,466.00, for one year and exempting Deccan International from competitive requirements per Texas Local Government Code §262.024(a)(7)(D) [captive replacement parts or components for equipment] and authorize the execution of the agreement.
Attachments
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Service Order #202483 between Williamson County and Astound Business Solutions, LLC., and authorizing the execution of the Service Order.
Attachments
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Purchase #202484 between Williamson County and GTS Technology Services for CRADLEPOINT INC for a total amount of $75,746.00 pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4751.
Attachments
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Renewal #202486 between Williamson County and Mobile Wireless LLC, in the amount of $72,729.68, for NetMotion Support, per the terms of DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4723.
Attachments
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Purchase Agreement #202428 for EASE50 Video Streaming Services from Granicus LLC in the amount of $10,207.80 for one year, utilizing cooperative contract TIPS #220105, and authorize the execution of the agreement.
Attachments
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Professional Services Agreement #202488 between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies for development of an application programming interface (API) for a total amount of $32,430.00, and exempting Tyler Technologies from competitive requirements per Texas Local Government Code §262.024(a)(7)(D)[captive replacement parts or components for equipment], and authorize the execution of this agreement.
Attachments
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Professional Services Agreement between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies Inc for adding improvements to the Enterprise Supervision in the amount of $2,520.00 and authorizing the execution of the Professional Services Agreement.
Attachments
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of #202369 Digital Pet Tags for Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter, contract renewal option #1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions for the term of December 13, 2023 - December 12, 2024, with Pethub, Inc.
Attachments
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the approval of Team Rubicon performing a fuels and fire mitigation project at Twin Springs Preserve on December 13 through 17, 2023.
Attachments
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a change order from Chasco Constructors, Ltd., LLP for an increase of $6,267.50. The new Contract Sum will be $284,732.50. The Contract Time will be increased by thirty-one (31) days.
Attachments
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Contract for Construction #202492 between Flooring Solutions, Inc. and Williamson County for the Jail North Flooring Replacement in the amount of $56,742.00 pursuant to Sourcewell Contract # 080819-SII-2 and #080819-TFU and authorizing execution of the agreement.
Attachments
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed qualifications for Engineering Services for Williamson County's 2023 Road Bond Program Projects, under RFSQ #24RFSQ11. The funding source is Road Bonds.
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between KC Engineering Inc. and Williamson County dated May 31, 2022 for Engineering Design Services for the CR 313 Reconstruction project. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $209,390.00. Funding source: P623.
Attachments
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between Seiler Lankes Group and Williamson County dated October 11, 2022 for CR 255 and CR 289 Plans, Specifications and Estimates (PS&E). This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to August 30, 2024. Funding source: P546
Attachments
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a license agreement with Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District – Precinct 3.
Attachments
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on ratifying and approving the preliminary plat for the Lowe Family subdivision – Precinct 4.
Attachments
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the replat of the Hutto 130, Lots 1A, 2A, and 3A subdivision – Precinct 4.
Attachments
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Weir Tract subdivision – Precinct 4.
Attachments
REGULAR AGENDA
40.
Hear and discuss an update from Jarrell Independent School District Superintendent Dr. Toni Hicks.
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the December 5, 2023, Wellness Updates.
Attachments
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Commissioner Terry Cook to the board for Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties.
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Donald Jirasek to ESD #10 board with the term to commence December 5, 2023, and continue until December, 31, 2025.
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Barry Cryer and Bill Lawson to ESD #5 board with the term to continue until December 31, 2025.
45.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on canceling Commissioners Court for Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
46.
Hold a Public Hearing on the re-adoption of guidelines for Texas Tax Code Chapter 312 Tax Abatements and re-adoption of a Williamson County Tax Abatement Policy Resolution.
Attachments
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Williamson County Tax Abatement Policy Resolution relating to the re-adoption of guidelines for Texas Tax Code Chapter 312 Tax Abatements.
Attachments
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for the Establishment, Operation, and Maintenance of the Williamson County Radio Communications System.
Attachments
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Purchase #202480 for upgrades to bodyworn cameras, licenses, and accessories from GTS Technology Solutions for the amount of $102,953.02, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4697.
Attachments
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Purchase #202481 for Forescout annual subscription/maintenance from FreeIT Data Solutions, Inc. in the amount of $112,475.62, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-TSO-4288.
Attachments
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Phase II Lease Schedule of Managed Print Copier Services and Multifunction Devices (Copy/Print/Scan) through Sharp Electronics Corporation pursuant to contract RFP #22RFP85 for Managed Print and Copier Services previously awarded on 6/21/2022.
Attachments
- Phase 1 Devices
- Phase 2 Devices
- SHARP Transition schedule
- SHARP Device options
- SHARP Texas contract
- SHARP DIR contract
- Form 1295 - SHARP
52.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Purchase and Services Contract #202490 with Viking Fence Co, Ltd for the purchase and installation of a permanent fence, gates, and temporary fencing at the Central Texas Treatment Center for the amount of $21,030.00 and authorizing the execution of the contract. Funding source is P565.
Attachments
53.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for The Lawrence Group Architects of Austin, Inc.
Attachments
54.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase #202489, for three (3) Model Year 2024 GMC 1500 Sierra Trucks from Gunn Buick GMC, in the total amount of $122,580.25, pursuant to Buyboard Contract #601-19.
Attachments
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Addendum to Interlocal Agreement with Aqua Utilities Inc., regarding reimbursement for inspection, permitting, construction, and other services related to the water line relocations associated with the County's roadway and drainage improvements of the South San Gabriel Ranches subdivision.
Attachments
56.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 3 in the amount of ($410,375.49) for Project 22IFB110 Southwest Bypass Extension (Joe Bland Construction) P: 352 Funding Source: 2019 Road Bond.
Attachments
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 2 purchase contracts with John Arthur Bigon Jr. and James Alan Bigon and independent co-executors of the Estates of John A. Bigon Sr. and Mary Bigon, deceased for 7.187 AC and 1.080 AC needed as right of way and 0.513 AC needed as an easement for the E. Wilco Highway Segment 3 project (Parcels 89 and 93). Funding Source: Road Bonds P332
Attachments
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a purchase contract with Hugh W. Bierbower and Marie A. Hamilton for 0.279 AC needed as right of way on the CR 255 project (Parcel 48). Funding Source: TANS P588
Attachments
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Quitclaim Release of Roadway Easement for a portion of CR 178, a publicly dedicated, variable width right of way totaling 1.311 acres in the City of Cedar Park, Texas.
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)."
60.
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.
t) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 258.
u) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Southwestern Blvd.
u) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Southwestern Blvd.
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
61.
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
62.
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-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
4. 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
5. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. 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
17. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01117-RP; Adam Mirelez #02413581 v. Llano County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
18. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01223-RP; Siddharth Kode v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
19. Cause No. 2SC-23-0402; Wanda Wolsch v. Johnson Development, et al.; In the Justice Court of Williamson County, Precinct Two
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-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
4. 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
5. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. 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
17. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01117-RP; Adam Mirelez #02413581 v. Llano County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
18. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01223-RP; Siddharth Kode v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
19. Cause No. 2SC-23-0402; Wanda Wolsch v. Johnson Development, et al.; In the Justice Court of Williamson County, Precinct Two
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B.
2. USERRA Case No. TX-2023-00052-40-R
3. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-01208
2. USERRA Case No. TX-2023-00052-40-R
3. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-01208
d. Claims:
e. Other:
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. 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. Discuss legal matters relating to a Lease Agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center, Inc.
63.
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).
64.
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).
65.
Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices; or security audits in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center/Williamson County Courthouse (Executive Session as per Texas Gov't. Code § 551.076).
REGULAR AGENDA (continued)
66.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
67.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
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-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
4. 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
5. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. 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
17. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01117-RP; Adam Mirelez #02413581 v. Llano County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
18. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01223-RP; Siddharth Kode v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
19. Cause No. 2SC-23-0402; Wanda Wolsch v. Johnson Development, et al.; In the Justice Court of Williamson County, Precinct Two
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-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
4. 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
5. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. 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
17. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01117-RP; Adam Mirelez #02413581 v. Llano County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
18. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01223-RP; Siddharth Kode v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
19. Cause No. 2SC-23-0402; Wanda Wolsch v. Johnson Development, et al.; In the Justice Court of Williamson County, Precinct Two
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B.
2. USERRA Case No. TX-2023-00052-40-R
3. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-01208
2. USERRA Case No. TX-2023-00052-40-R
3. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-01208
d. Claims:
e. Other:
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. 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. 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 1st day of December 2023 at 1:00 PM and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.