NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Commissioners Courtroom
710 S. Main Street, Georgetown
August 27, 2024
9:30 A.M.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Commissioners Courtroom
710 S. Main Street, Georgetown
August 27, 2024
9:30 A.M.
The Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas will meet in Regular Session at the above location, date, and time to consider the items set forth below. It is the intent of the Commissioners Court to have a quorum physically present at the meeting. Up to two (2) Commissioners Court members may participate by videoconference call in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.
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 – 25 )
( Items 3 – 25 )
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for All County Courts at Law.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
FROM |
Acct No.:
0100-0425-001100 |
Description:
All Cty Cts at Law/FT Salary |
Amount:
$72,757 |
|
From/To:
FROM |
Acct No.:
0100-0425-002010 |
Description:
All Cty Cts at Law/FICA |
Amount:
5,566 |
|
From/To:
FROM |
Acct No.:
0100-0425-002020 |
Description:
All Cty Cts at Law/Retirement |
Amount:
$11,677 |
|
From/To:
TO |
Acct No.:
0100-0425-004161 |
Description:
All CCL/Child Ct Aptd Atty |
Amount:
$50,000 |
|
From/To:
TO |
Acct No.:
0100-0425-004162 |
Description:
All CCL/CustMother/Ct Aptd Aty |
Amount:
$21,000 |
|
From/To:
TO |
Acct No.:
0100-0425-004166 |
Description:
All CCL/NonCustFath/Ct AptdAty |
Amount:
$19,000 |
4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0475.004902 |
Description:
Co Atty Leg Supp |
Amount:
$10,783.52 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0475.001107 |
Description:
Temp Labor-Seasonal |
Amount:
$6,700.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0475.001110 |
Description:
Overtime |
Amount:
$2,886.80 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0475.002010 |
Description:
FICA |
Amount:
$733.39 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0475.002020 |
Description:
Retirement |
Amount:
$463.33 |
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0453.003010 |
Description:
Computer Equipment <$5000 |
Amount:
$600.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0453.004621 |
Description:
Copier Rental & Supplies |
Amount:
$600.00 |
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Treasurer.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100-0497-004219 |
Description:
Bank Charges |
Amount:
$2,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100-0497-003010 |
Description:
Computer Equipment < $5,000 |
Amount:
$2,000.00 |
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Technology Services
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0503.003115 |
Description:
Computer Supplies < $5,000 |
Amount:
$10,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0503.004509 |
Description:
Facilities Enhancements |
Amount:
$10,000.00 |
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Elections.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0103760376004100 |
Description:
Professional Services |
Amount:
75,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0103760376004251 |
Description:
Elections Supplies |
Amount:
75,000.00 |
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
FROM: |
Acct No.:
0100.0560.003002 |
Description:
Vehicle Equipment < $5,000 |
Amount:
$3,000.00 |
|
From/To:
TO: |
Acct No.:
0100.0560.004715 |
Description:
Vehicle Impoundment Yard |
Amount:
$3,000.00 |
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100-0499-003010 |
Description:
Computer Equipment < 5,000 |
Amount:
$2,246.47 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100-0499-003006 |
Description:
Office Equipment |
Amount:
$2,246.47 |
11.
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.:
0100.0509.003319 |
Description:
Extermination |
Amount:
$7,667.69 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0509.004620 |
Description:
Equipment Rentals |
Amount:
$7,667.69 |
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0200-0210-004620 |
Description:
Furniture/Equip Rental |
Amount:
$8,900.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0200-0210-004991 |
Description:
Landfill |
Amount:
$8,900.00 |
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0200-0210-004620 |
Description:
Furniture/Equip Rental |
Amount:
$43,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0200-0210-004509 |
Description:
Facility Enhancements |
Amount:
$43,000.00 |
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0200-0210-003550 |
Description:
Asphalt |
Amount:
$400,000.00 |
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0200-0210-003599 |
Description:
Road Constr./Maint. |
Amount:
$400,000.00 |
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through 08/22/2024for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
Attachments
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Order approving a construction contract for roadway related improvement within the Avery Centre Road District #1.
Attachments
- Avery Centre Road District #1 Award of Avery Centre East Phase I, Section 1A Wallin Bradley and Ekvall Drive Construction
- Order Avery Centre Road District #1 Award of Avery Centre East Phase 1, Section 1A Wallin Bradley and Ekvall Drive Construction
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Amendment to Standard Agreement with Local Governmental Entity regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies by and between Williamson County Water, Sewer, Irrigation and Drainage District #3 (Star Ranch), Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Williamson County, Texas relating to an amendment to the vehicle reimbursement amount.
Attachments
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement regarding off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies for the Pink Strong Charity Bike Ride on October 6, 2024.
Attachments
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Amendment to Standard Agreement with Local Governmental Entity regarding Off-Duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies by and between Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 25, Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Williamson County, Texas relating to an amendment to the vehicle reimbursement amount.
Attachments
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Petszel Software Service Agreement #2024260 between Williamson County and Petszel LLC for Petszel's personalized pet care platform software and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
Attachments
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement for Construction Services, #2024275, with G2 Construction Services, Inc., for CMF - Road & Bridge Office Kitchen Repairs for Facilities Management, in the amount of $27,000.00, pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing – TIPS - Contract Number #211001, and authorize execution of the agreement.
Attachments
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 2 in the amount of $324,520.00 to expire on March 31, 2025 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Walker Texas Surveying, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024 for CR 201 (CR 200 to Umbrella Sky). Funding source: P499.
Attachments
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Lodges at Open Acres Ranch subdivision – Precinct 4.
Attachments
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval for the replat of Cool Water Phase 1, Lot 1, Block MM subdivision – Precinct 4.
Attachments
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Schwertner Phase 4 subdivision – Precinct 4.
Attachments
REGULAR AGENDA
26.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve an Order for Interment by cremation of deceased (Domingo Pascual Bosquez) who passed away in Williamson County, Texas, where the County has discretion to inter, pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code § 711.002(e), and authorize Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.
Attachments
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Agents for program efforts and awards recognition.
Attachments
28.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the issuance of a county-wide burn ban for a period not to exceed 90 days and to authorize the County Judge the authority to lift the order banning outdoor burning if conditions improve.
Attachments
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenue for the General Fund.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0000.342235 |
Description:
Jury Service Reimbursement Fee |
Amount:
$2,990.91 |
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditure for the District Court and Justice of the Peace, Pct #3 for Juror and Grand Juror Payments.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0435.004002 |
Description:
Jurors, Grand Jurors |
Amount:
$2,300.00 |
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0453.004002 |
Description:
Jurors, Grand Jurors |
Amount:
$690.91 |
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the imposition or removal of optional fees for Calendar Year 2025 as authorized by the Texas Transportation Code, including the County Road and Bridge Fund fee, not to exceed $10, and the Child Safety fee, not to exceed $1.50, and the submission of the required notification form to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
Attachments
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the renewal of contract #T4960, Benefits Broker and Consultant, renewal term #1, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract, per the attached documentation, with Holmes Murphy & Associates, LLC, for the 12-month term of January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025.
Attachments
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Consent to Contract Assignment between Knight Security (the Assignor), and Mobile Communications America (MCA) (the Assignee) relating to the Juvenile Justice Center security upgrades, and authorizing the execution of the Consent to Assignment.
Attachments
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Contract Amendment for Professional Services Agreement (PSA) #2024254 with Todd C. Harris, P.C. for Dental Services at the Williamson County Jail for the not-to-exceed amount of $168,500.00 for the term of October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025, and exempting this service from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Sec. 2254.002 (2)(A)(v) Medicine and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
Attachments
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #24RFP60 Countywide Disaster Related Debris Removal Services to the highest scoring proposer, CrowderGulf, LLC, and authorizing the execution of associated documents.
Attachments
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to the Agreement for Design and Engineering Services between Williamson County and BLGY, Inc. being dated effective April 5, 2022 relating to the Juvenile Justice Center Addition.
Attachments
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement for Design and Engineering Services between Williamson County and Beck Architecture, LLC relating to the Taylor Annex Tax Office Expansion (P638).
Attachments
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the extension of Contract #22IFB151 for Tree Limb Chipping, renewal #2, for the same pricing, terms, and conditions as the existing contract, with RHB Construction Inc, and authorizing execution of the renewal agreement.
Attachments
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application to the Texas Historical Commission (THC), required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigation on the Seward Junction Loop North project, a Road Bond project in Commissioner Precinct 2. Project: P598
Attachments
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Letter of Transfer/Ownership to the Center for Archeological Research (CAR), for archaeological collections (records only) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the Seward Junction Loop North Project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 2. Project: P598.
Attachments
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Amended Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with Tomasa Terry Gola as Independent Executor of the estate of Alex Gola a/k/a Alex Vacle Gola, Sr. regarding the proposed acquisition of property required for the construction of the E. Wilco Highway Segment 2 project (Parcel 34/34-1). Funding Source: TANS P588
Attachments
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Temporary Construction Easement Agreement with Vale Building Group, LLC regarding a temporary right to use a portion of the property for the purpose of constructing the County Road 255 expansion project.(Parcel 17TCE) Funding Source: TANS P588
Attachments
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a claim for actual moving expenses with Woodlake Outdoor (a tenant) caused by the acquisition of real property required for the construction of the Hero Way project (Parcel 204). Funding Source: TANS P588
Attachments
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a claim for actual moving expenses with Blake Stifflemire (a tenant) caused by the acquisition of real property required for the construction of the Bagdad Rd. @ CR 279 proejct (Parcel 16). Funding Source: Road Bonds P343
Attachments
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Brian P. Donohoo and Carmeleta Donohoo to acquire approximately 6.49 AC required for the future proposed E. Wilco Highway construction project. Funding Source: LRTP P457
Attachments
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Raymond Trust N.A. Corporate Trustee of the Alexander Warden Self-Settled Special Needs Trust to acquire 0.063 AC required for the construction of the CR 313 project (Parcel 4). Funding Source: LRTP P457
Attachments
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Diane Barr, Clyde Barr and Charles R. Barr to acquire 0.535 AC required for the construction of the future proposed Corridor A-2 project (Parcel 1). Funding Source: LRTP P457
Attachments
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Charles R. Barr and Rosa Barr to acquire 0.020 AC and 0.163 AC required for the construction of the future proposed Corridor A-2 project (Parcels 3A and 3B). Funding Source: LRTP P457
Attachments
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement Regarding the Participation of the CIty of Taylor, Texas and Williamson County, Texas in the Design and Construction Costs Related to the FM 3349 Bridge Project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P332
Attachments
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement Regarding the Participation of the City of Hutto, Texas and Williamson County, Texas in the Design and Construction Costs Related to the FM 3349 Bridge Project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P332
Attachments
51.
9:30 AM Hold Public Hearing on the 2024-2025 County Budget
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget.
Attachments
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2024-2025 Road and Bridge Fund Budget.
Attachments
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2024-2025 Debt Service Fund Budget.
Attachments
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget Order.
Attachments
56.
9:30 a.m. Public hearing on the proposed 2024 total tax rate of 40.0948 cents per $100 of valuation for Williamson County and Williamson County R/FM.
57.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the adoption of the 2024 tax rates for Williamson County General Fund, Debt Services, and Road and Bridge Fund.
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)."
58.
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 the 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 CR 143
c) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
d) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 255.
e) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 195 @ Ronald Reagan.
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 E. Wilco Highway.
i) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor A-2.
j) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor B
k) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
l) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
m) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor E.
n) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F
o) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor H
p) Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Corridor J.
q) Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Corridor K.
r) Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Corridor I.
s) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Widening.
t) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for CR 313.
u) Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Bagdad Road/CR 279.
v) Discuss the acquisition of right of way for CR 314.
w) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the Seward Junction Loop
x) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 110N
y) Discuss acquisition of real property located near 6531 RM 2243, Leander, Texas
z) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the Long Range Transportation Plan.
aa) Discuss property located at 9500 Lake Creek Parkway Austin, TX 78717
bb) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Williamson County Justice Center and Corrections Facilities
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
A. Real Estate Owned by Third Parties
Preliminary discussions relating to the 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 CR 143
c) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
d) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 255.
e) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 195 @ Ronald Reagan.
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 E. Wilco Highway.
i) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor A-2.
j) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor B
k) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
l) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
m) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor E.
n) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F
o) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor H
p) Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Corridor J.
q) Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Corridor K.
r) Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Corridor I.
s) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Widening.
t) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for CR 313.
u) Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Bagdad Road/CR 279.
v) Discuss the acquisition of right of way for CR 314.
w) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the Seward Junction Loop
x) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 110N
y) Discuss acquisition of real property located near 6531 RM 2243, Leander, Texas
z) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the Long Range Transportation Plan.
aa) Discuss property located at 9500 Lake Creek Parkway Austin, TX 78717
bb) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Williamson County Justice Center and Corrections Facilities
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
59.
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 Skyfall
b) Project SoulBrain
c) Project School Bus
d) Project Lunch Lady
Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
a) Project Skyfall
b) Project SoulBrain
c) Project School Bus
d) Project Lunch Lady
60.
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. 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
12. 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
13. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00086; Kailey Padilla v. Daniel Osvaldo Perez and Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
19. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00318-DII; Laura Pressley et al. v. Jane Nelson et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
20. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00759-RP; Derrick Neal v. Williamson County and Cities Health District, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
21. Cause No. 23-2583-C480; Chauncy Williams v. Adrianne Pernell, et al.; In the 480th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
22. Cause No. 3-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480 th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
23. Cause No. 23-0195-C425; Maria Barroyeta Rojas v. Paul Schmidt, et al.; In the 425 th Judicial District Court of Williamson 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. 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
12. 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
13. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00086; Kailey Padilla v. Daniel Osvaldo Perez and Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
19. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00318-DII; Laura Pressley et al. v. Jane Nelson et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
20. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00759-RP; Derrick Neal v. Williamson County and Cities Health District, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
21. Cause No. 23-2583-C480; Chauncy Williams v. Adrianne Pernell, et al.; In the 480th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
22. Cause No. 3-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480 th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
23. Cause No. 23-0195-C425; Maria Barroyeta Rojas v. Paul Schmidt, et al.; In the 425 th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B
d. Claims:
1. Claim No. 07192023-560-109 - auto liability claim by Edge Electric, Inc. for incident occurring on or about 7/19/2023
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, laws and proceedings pertaining to attorney client privileged communications relating to county business.
4. Legal matters pertaining to the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, 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, laws and proceedings pertaining to attorney client privileged communications relating to county business.
4. Legal matters pertaining to the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc.
61.
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).
62.
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).
63.
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)
64.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
65.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
66.
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. 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
12. 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
13. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00086; Kailey Padilla v. Daniel Osvaldo Perez and Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
19. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00318-DII; Laura Pressley et al. v. Jane Nelson et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
20. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00759-RP; Derrick Neal v. Williamson County and Cities Health District, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
21. Cause No. 23-2583-C480; Chauncy Williams v. Adrianne Pernell, et al.; In the 480th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
22. Cause No. 3-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480 th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
23. Cause No. 23-0195-C425; Maria Barroyeta Rojas v. Paul Schmidt, et al.; In the 425 th Judicial District Court of Williamson 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. 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
12. 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
13. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00086; Kailey Padilla v. Daniel Osvaldo Perez and Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
19. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00318-DII; Laura Pressley et al. v. Jane Nelson et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
20. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00759-RP; Derrick Neal v. Williamson County and Cities Health District, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
21. Cause No. 23-2583-C480; Chauncy Williams v. Adrianne Pernell, et al.; In the 480th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
22. Cause No. 3-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480 th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
23. Cause No. 23-0195-C425; Maria Barroyeta Rojas v. Paul Schmidt, et al.; In the 425 th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B
d. Claims:
1. Claim No. 07192023-560-109 - auto liability claim by Edge Electric, Inc. for incident occurring on or about 7/19/2023
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, laws and proceedings pertaining to attorney client privileged communications relating to county business.
4. Legal matters pertaining to the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, 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, laws and proceedings pertaining to attorney client privileged communications relating to county business.
4. Legal matters pertaining to the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc.
67.
68.
Comments from Commissioners.
69.
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 23rd day of August 2024 at 5:30 P.M. and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.