NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
December 19, 2023
9:30 A.M.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
December 19, 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 – 45 )
( Items 3 – 45 )
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Non-Departmental.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
FROM |
Acct No.:
0100-0409-004998 |
Description:
Non Dept/Contingencies |
Amount:
$44,444.98 |
|
From/To:
TO |
Acct No.:
0100-0427-001100 |
Description:
CCL#2/FullTime Salary |
Amount:
$32,020.82 |
|
From/To:
TO |
Acct No.:
0100-0427-002010 |
Description:
CCL#2/FICA |
Amount:
$2,449.59 |
|
From/To:
TO |
Acct No.:
0100-0427-002020 |
Description:
CCL#2/Retirement |
Amount:
$5,139.34 |
|
From/To:
TO |
Acct No.:
0100-0427-002050 |
Description:
CCL#2/Work Comp |
Amount:
$35.23 |
|
From/To:
TO |
Acct No.:
0100-0427-002030 |
Description:
CCL#2/Insurance |
Amount:
$4,800.00 |
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Human Resources.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0402.003010 |
Description:
Computer Equipment <5K |
Amount:
$594.00 |
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0402.003005 |
Description:
Office Furniture |
Amount:
$500.00 |
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0402.004999 |
Description:
Misc. |
Amount:
$2,709.38 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0402.004100 |
Description:
Professional Services |
Amount:
$3,803.38 |
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Emergency Management.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0541.004500 |
Description:
Maintenance Services |
Amount:
$2,100 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0541.003010 |
Description:
Computer Equipment < $5,000 |
Amount:
$2,100 |
6.
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.:
0100.0570.003010 |
Description:
Computer Equipment < $5k |
Amount:
$1,272.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0570.004621 |
Description:
Copier Rental & Supplies |
Amount:
$1,272.00 |
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.
Attachments
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of November 2023 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
Attachments
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Darryl Pool to ESD #2 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Tim Hunsberger to ESD #2 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Russell Strahan to ESD #2 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on re-appointment of Ted Koy and Byron Whisnant of the Emergency Services District Hutto (ESD) #6 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2024, and ending on December 31, 2025.
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing James Lee Shofner to ESD #7 board to replace Sandra Simpson with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Mark Bell to ESD #7 board with the term to commence January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Justin Word to ESD #8 board to replace Bennie Piper with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Troy Rodriguez to ESD #8 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Dr. Ira Wood to ESD #8 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing RP Punukollu to ESD #9 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on re-appointment of Mark Jaegar, Chad Richter and Mark Prinz of the Emergency Services District Hutto (ESD) #10 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2024, and ending on December 31, 2025.
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the appointment of Eleanor K. Meltzer to position #1 of the Emergency Services District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2024, and ending on December 31, 2025.
Attachments
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the appointment of Blythe Plunkett for a two-year term on the Williamson County Historical Commission (WCHC) effective immediately and ending on December 31, 2025.
Attachments
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Allison Davis of Cedar Park to the Williamson County Historical Commission.
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Richard (Rick) Schampers of Georgetown to the Williamson County Historical Commission.
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Nancy Hill to the Williamson County Historical Commission.
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing the current members of the Williamson County Historical Commission for a term to expire December 31, 2025.
Attachments
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Sabrina Riches for a two-year term on the Williamson County Historical Commission (WCHC) effective immediately and ending on December 31, 2025.
Attachments
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Kevin West for a two-year term on the Williamson County Historical Commission (WCHC) effective immediately and ending on December 31, 2025.
Attachments
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Jonathan Stephenson for a two-year term on the Williamson County Historical Commission (WCHC) effective immediately and ending on December 31, 2025.
Attachments
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, November 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.
Attachments
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the approval of Team Rubicon performing a fire mitigation project at Twin Springs Preserve on January 10th through January 15th, 2024.
Attachments
31.
Discuss, Consider and take appropriate action on approving the Bridge Program Loaner Product Agreement #202502 between Ambu, Inc. and Williamson County Emergency Medical Services and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
Attachments
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of a Multi-Year Equipment Calibration and Maintenance Program contract #202500 with FarrWest Environmental Supply, Inc. for the annual amount of $64,749.42, per the terms of Buyboard contract #703-23.
Attachments
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving agreement #202467 between Power DMS, Inc. and Williamson County for PowerPolicy Professional Subscription in the amount of $47,842.54, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
Attachments
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve Purchase #202495 between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for Annual Maintenance and Support for the Enterprise Supervision application, also known as CaseloadPRO, for a total of $68,211.00, pursuant to Sourcewell Contract #090320-TTI.
Attachments
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the extension of the Maintenance and Support Agreement for Digicap and Livescan Software with Idemia, Identity & Security USA LLC, for the total amount of $3,632.00, and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
Attachments
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed solicitations for Animal Shelter Pharmaceuticals and Clinic Supplies, under IFB #24IFB24.
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Purchase #202497 for ammunition in the amount of $85,807.00 from TX-AT, LLC., pursuant to BuyBoard contract #698-23.
Attachments
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase #202496 of one (1) Model Year 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD Reg Cab Truck in the amount of $48,609.50 and one (1) Model Year 2024 GMC Sierra 3500HD Crew Cab Truck in the amount $49,141.50 from Gunn Buick GMC, Ltd totaling $97,751.00, pursuant to Buyboard Contract #601-19.
Attachments
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Contract #22IFB43-Herbicides, renewal option period 2, covering for the 12-month term of January 19, 2024 – January 18, 2025, with the same terms and conditions, with the exception of fee increases, detailed in the attached spreadsheet, with Nutrien Ag Solutions and execution of the agreement.
Attachments
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Improvements to County Road 129, under IFB #24IFB23. Funding Source is P375.
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the extension of contract #23IFB20 Asphalt Emulsions, renewal period #1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Wright Asphalt Products Company and Martin Apshalt Company for the 12-month term of February 13, 2024 - February 12, 2025, and authorizing execution of the renewal agreement.
Attachments
- Renewal #1 Form and Price Tab
- 1295 Form Martin Asphalt Company
- 1295 Form Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions
- 1295 Form Wright Asphalt Products Company
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 13 in the amount of $351,674.45 to expire January 31, 2025 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping, LLC and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for Corridor E2/E3 from US 79 to CR 127. Funding source: P588
Attachments
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Alliance Transportation Group, Inc. and Williamson County dated June 14, 2022 for On Call Design Engineering Services for Small Drainage and Small Roadway Projects. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $75,000.00. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
Attachments
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 6 Section 1 subdivision – Precinct 2.
Attachments
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 7A Section 1 subdivision – Precinct 2.
Attachments
REGULAR AGENDA
46.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a resolution recognizing Peggy Vasquez for her 31 years of service to Williamson County upon her retirement December 29, 2023.
Attachments
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a proclamation wishing everyone a joyous and safe holiday season.
Attachments
48.
Discuss and take appropriate action on the Community Development Block Grant program's 2022 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).
Attachments
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) program update and projects.
Attachments
- ARPA Projects
- BTCS Strategic Plan
- Community Health Assessment
- Community Health Improvement Plan_ Complete
- Adult and Youth Task Force CHIP Plans_ Specific
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the execution of the Williamson County Flexible Benefits Plan Adoption Agreement, the Williamson County Flexible Benefits Plan Formal Record of Action and approve the Williamson County Flexible Benefits Plan Summary Plan Description.
Attachments
- Williamson County Flexible Benefits Plan Adoption Agreement
- Williamson County Flexible Benefits Formal Record of Action Plan Adoption Agreement
- Williamson County Flexible Benefits Plan Summary Plan Description
51.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the approval and execution of the following Symetra Insurance documents:
- Symetra Group Life Insurance Certificate Rider
- Symetra Group Life Insurance Certificate
- Symetra Amendment No. 3, Voluntary Long Term Disability Income Insurance
- Symetra Group Long Term Disability Insurance Certificate of Coverage
- Symetra Amendment No. 4, Voluntary Short Term Disability Income Insurance
- Symetra Group Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance Certificate
Attachments
- Symetra Group Life Insurance Rider #08
- Symetra Group Life Insurance Certificate
- Symetra Voluntary Long Term Disability Amendment #03
- Symetra Group Voluntary Long Term Disability Certificate
- Symetra Group Voluntary Short Term Disability Amendment #04
- Symetra Group Life Voluntary Short Term Disability Certificate
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a change to the Employee Policy Manual.
Attachments
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Lease Agreement between Williamson County, Texas and the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center, Inc. relating to that certain commercial property located as 1811 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown, TX 78626.
Attachments
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on canceling Commissioners Court on Tuesday for the following dates: January 16th, February 20th, March 12th, April 2nd, May 28th, July 8th and September 3.
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Veterans Services Donations.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0000.367400 |
Description:
Donations |
Amount:
$681.00 |
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Veterans Service Donations.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0405.003670 |
Description:
Use of Donations |
Amount:
$681.00 |
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Williamson County EMS Provider License Declaration Form and authorizing the County Judge to sign same and any necessary related documents.
Attachments
58.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Agreement #202494 from Election Systems & Software for Williamson County Elections to purchase Tabulation Hardware and Installation Services for the total amount of $242,205.00, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #710-23.
Attachments
59.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the construction services agreement #202503 with Falkenberg Construction Company, Inc for Williamson County Southwest Regional Park Stadium, Splashpad and Tennis Restroom Interior Renovations in the amount of Five Hundred Ninety-Seven Thousand One Hundred Ninety and 58/100 Dollars ($597,190.58) pursuant to Buyboard Contract #581-19, and authorize execution of the agreement.
Attachments
60.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on closing out and not awarding #23RFP112, Armored Courier Services, due to no qualified responses received.
61.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Contract for Construction between Williamson County and J.T. Vaughn Construction relating to the Criminal Justice Center Support Space Project (P595)
Attachments
62.
Receive the December 2023 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation
Attachments
63.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 2 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping, LLC and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for On Call Surveying Services. This Contract Amendment No 2 will allow for an increase in the Compensation Cap from $700,000.00 to $1,100,000.00. Funding source: P588
Attachments
64.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ #23RFSQ79 Williamson County Groundwater Services to LRE Water, LLC, for the maximum payable amount of $794,092.00 and authorize execution of the agreement. Funding Source is 445P.
Attachments
65.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 7 to the Utility Coordination/Relocation Services contract between Williamson County and Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. relating to the Corridor and Road Bond Program. Project: On-Call Fund Source: Corridor & Road Bonds
Attachments
66.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 6 in the amount of $399,968.56 for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 Reconstruction (James Construction) P: 390 Funding Source: Road Bond.
Attachments
67.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Roger Beasley Mazda, Inc., a Texas Corporation to acquire 3.688 acres as needed for right of way on the Hero Way project (Parcel 301). Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
Attachments
68.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Clayton Properties Group, Inc. and Brohn Homes to acquire 24.223 acres and 1.272 acres required as right of way on the E. Wilco Highway Segment 2 project (Parcel 35 parts 1 and 2). Funding Source: TANS P588
Attachments
69.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Sadie Wall for approximately 1.36 acres located on SH 29 for the SH 29 corridor project. Funding Source: TANS P588
Attachments
70.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Relocation of Water System Improvements CR 332 Roadway Construction Project with Lone Star Regional Water Authority. Funding Source: Road Bonds P366
Attachments
71.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Order Calling for the Establishment of Transportation Reinvestment Zone Number One, County of Williamson.
Attachments
72.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement for Completing Design Services and Construction Related to Water Line Improvements along Ronald Reagan Blvd. with the City of Georgetown. Funding Source: Road Bonds P336
Attachments
73.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Development Agreement by and Between Williamson County and Santa Rita KC, LLC and its Affiliated Entities Regarding Dedication of Right of Way and Certain Improvements to Ronald Reagan Boulevard. Funding Source: Road Bonds P336
Attachments
74.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (1.727 acres) required for the construction of CR 255. (Marjorie Vickers, as executrix/ Parcel 49) Funding Source: Road Bonds TANS P588
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)."
75.
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.
t) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 258.
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
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.
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
76.
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
77.
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.
78.
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).
79.
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).
80.
Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of the Williamson County Chief Information Officer, Department of Information Systems (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters).
81.
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)
82.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
83.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
84.
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.
85.
86.
Comments from Commissioners.
87.
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 15th day of December 2023 at 12:00 P.M. and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.