NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Commissioners Courtroom
710 S. Main Street, Georgetown
November 26, 2024
9:30 A.M.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Commissioners Courtroom
710 S. Main Street, Georgetown
November 26, 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 – 17 )
( Items 3 – 17 )
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0509.004509 |
Description:
Facility Enhancements |
Amount:
$51,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0509.004500 |
Description:
Maintenance Contracts |
Amount:
$51,000.00 |
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.
Attachments
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through 11/21/2024, for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
Attachments
6.
Discuss and take appropriate action to establish a cash drawer for Animal Services.
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, October 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
Attachments
8.
Consider and take appropriate action on request to authorize County Judge to sign letter seeking a no-cost extension to the existing Family Recovery Court Grant, awarded by the US Department of Justice.
Attachments
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a 2012 Ranch King trailer into the County's Inventory.
Attachments
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for RFP for Jail Pharmaceuticals, Supplies and Services for the County Jail, under #25RFP14.
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Resolution by the Commissioners Court of Williamson County designating authorized signatories for contractual documents and documents for requesting funds pertaining to the Local Hazard Mitigation Plans Program (LHMPP) General Land Office (GLO) State Contract Number 22-130-058-e52
Attachments
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Southwest Regional Park Field and Track Upgrades project, under RFSQ #25RFSQ12. The Funding Source is P605.
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive Competitive Sealed Proposals for a contractor for Brushy Creek Regional Trail-Extend Along Hairy Man Road, under RFCSP #25RFCSP13; designating RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture for Architectural/ Engineering services, and approving, in the public interest, assigning the price criteria a weighted value of not less than 36.9 percent of the total weighted value of all selection criteria. The Funding Source is P551.
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFSQ #24RFSQ74 Environmental Testing and Remediation Services for various countywide projects to the recommended firms, as a pool, herein for a period of two (2) years on an as-needed basis.
Attachments
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the construction agreement #202577 between JT Vaughn Construction, LLC and Williamson County for Taylor Annex HVAC Fall Protection, in the amount of Thirty-Three Thousand, Eight Hundred Sixteen Dollars ($33,816.00), pursuant to Omnia Contract Number R200107 and execution of the agreement.
Attachments
- Agreement for Construction Services with vendor Proposal attached
- JT Vaughn Construction LLC Complete
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Change Order No 1 to contract number 24IFB55 for Alpha Paving Industries LLC in the amount of $11,364.55 for Cul-de-Sac and Straight Section Fog Seal Spring 2024. Funding Source: 01.0200.0210.003599.
Attachments
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Estates at County Line subdivision – Precinct 4.
Attachments
REGULAR AGENDA
18.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve an Order for Interment by cremation of deceased (Melvin Dale Deloach) 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
19.
Introducing the new Deputy Director of the Office of Emergency Management, Ryan Sullivan.
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a resolution naming the month of November 2024 as "Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month".
Attachments
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution regarding Twin Lakes Park.
Attachments
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing Misty Valenta who has been appointed to the Best Friends Animal Society's Network Strategy Council (NSC), a volunteer committee who will advise on how to best support the work of animal rescue groups and shelter organizations in the U.S. The NSC consists of 15 animal welfare leaders from organizations within the Best Friends Network – a consortium of more than 5,000 animal welfare and shelter partners working to save the lives of dogs and cats in shelters across the country.
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a new policy regarding political and social expression for officials and employees while using Williamson County property.
Attachments
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on creating a new part-time Nurse position for Juvenile Services.
25.
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 for unspent 2024 donation dollars for Juvenile Services.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0576.003670 |
Description:
Use of Donations |
Amount:
$749.39 |
26.
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 for unspent 2024 donation dollars for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0453.003670 |
Description:
Use of Donations |
Amount:
$853.57 |
27.
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 for unspent 2024 donation dollars for the Sheriff's Office.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0560.003670 |
Description:
Use of Donations |
Amount:
$115.13 |
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0560.003671 |
Description:
Use of VA Donations |
Amount:
$40.03 |
28.
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 for unspent 2024 donation dollars for the Parks Department.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0510.003670 |
Description:
Use of Donations |
Amount:
$12,909.96 |
29.
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 for unspent 2024 donation dollars for Veteran Services.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0405.003670 |
Description:
Use of Donations |
Amount:
$1,690.69 |
30.
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 for unspent 2024 donation dollars for the Emergency Medical Services (EMS).
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0540.003670 |
Description:
Use of Donations |
Amount:
$8,269.83 |
31.
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 for unspent 2024 donation dollars for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 2.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0452.003670 |
Description:
Use of Donations |
Amount:
$200.00 |
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Fiscal Year 2025 Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
Attachments
33.
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 for various departments.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0440.004229 |
Description:
DA State Law Enforce Training |
Amount:
$1,226.89 |
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0475.004229 |
Description:
CA State Law Enforce Training |
Amount:
$8,203.25 |
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0551.004229 |
Description:
Const 1 St Law Enforc Training |
Amount:
$8,508.21 |
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0552.004229 |
Description:
Const 2 St Law Enforc Training |
Amount:
$8,054.44 |
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0553.004229 |
Description:
Const 3 St Law Enforc Training |
Amount:
$6,883.84 |
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0554.004229 |
Description:
Const 4 St Law Enforc Training |
Amount:
$9,055.46 |
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0560.004229 |
Description:
SO St Law Enforce Training |
Amount:
$1.710.19 |
|
From/To:
|
Acct No.:
0100.0570.004229 |
Description:
Jail St Law Enforce Training |
Amount:
$10,655.15 |
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2019 Road Bond Transfer to move $1,420,000 from P399 (2019 Road Bond Non Departmental) allocating $20,000 to P360 (East Wilco Highway Segment 7) and $1,400,000 to P463 (East Wilco Highway Segment 1/Southeast Loop/Corridor E1).
Attachments
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2013 Road Bond Transfer to move $7,710 from P290 (2013 Road Bond Non Departmental) to P285 (CR 200 Phase I).
Attachments
36.
Discuss and consider taking appropriate action to authorize the Renewal Amendment No. 6 for Stop Loss Insurance, with United HealthCare Services, Inc (UHC) effective January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 and authorizing the execution of the amendment.
Attachments
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Purchase #202575 between Williamson County and NETSYNC for router replacements for a total amount of $396,603.80 pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4866.
Attachments
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Education Affiliation Agreement between Williamson County and Texas Rescue Med.
Attachments
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the construction agreement #202572 between Texas Air Systems, LLC and Williamson County for Medic 11 HVAC Replacement, in the amount of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand, Nine Hundred Thirteen Dollars ($124,913.00), pursuant to TIPS Contract Number #22010601 and execution of the agreement.
Attachments
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the Amendment to contract #23RFP11 with Doyle Electric, LLC, which incorporates the FEMA Addendum and authorizing the execution of the amendment.
Attachments
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the Amendments to contracts # 2024108 (HVAC Services) #2024109 (Electrical Services) and #2024110 (Plumbing Services) with The Brandt Companies, LLC, which incorporates the FEMA Addendum and authorizing the execution of the amendments
Attachments
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the Amendment to contract #23RFP96 with Red & White Greenery, Inc. which incorporates the FEMA Addendum and authorizing the execution of the amendment.
Attachments
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Services Contract #202569 between L&P Global Security, LLC and Williamson County for On-site Security – Lake Creek Annex, in the not-to-exceed amount of Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000.00), pursuant to TXMAS Contract Number 24-99003 and execution of the agreement.
Attachments
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the Amendment to contract #202383 with
Texas Air Systems, LLC., which incorporates the FEMA Addendum and authorizing the execution of the amendments.
Attachments
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on canceling the public hearing set for December 10, 2024 at 9:30 AM regarding proposed amendments to the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations pursuant to the authority of Chapter 232 of the Texas Local Government Code; setting a new public hearing on such proposed amendments to the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations for January 28, 2025 at 9:30 AM; and authorizing publication of notice of the new public hearing in the Williamson County Sun.
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of policy with the annual premium quote of $525 plus acceptance of Option 1 Terrorism Act Premium for an additional amount of $45 for AIG TankGuard Williamson County Pollution Liability Insurance to support operations of the Fleet Department and authorize the execution of the policy.
Attachments
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of contract #23IFB20 Asphalt Emulsions, renewal period #2 (FINAL), for the same price, terms, and conditions as the existing contract, with Martin Asphalt Company, for the 12-month term of February 13, 2025, to February 12, 2026, and authorizing execution of the renewal agreements.
Attachments
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of contract #23IFB20 Asphalt Emulsions, renewal period #2 (FINAL), for the same price, terms, and conditions as the existing contract, with Wright Asphalt Products, for the 12-month term of February 13, 2025, to February 12, 2026, and authorizing execution of the renewal agreements.
Attachments
49.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of contract #23IFB20 Asphalt Emulsions, renewal period #2 (FINAL), for the same price, terms, and conditions as the existing contract, with Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc., for the 12-month term of February 13, 2025, to February 12, 2026, and authorizing execution of the renewal agreements.
Attachments
50.
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 CR 460 project, a 2023 Road Bond project in Commissioner Precinct 4. Project: P679
Attachments
51.
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 CR 460 Project, a 2023 Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4. Project: P679.
Attachments
52.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 2 in the amount of ($113,248.33) for Project 24IFB14 CR 332 (Chasco Constructors) P: 366 Funding Source: Road Bond.
Attachments
53.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $29,362.00 for Project 24IFB57 Ronald Reagan Blvd. Widening (Chasco Constructors) P: 336 Funding Source: Road Bond.
Attachments
54.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 7 in the amount of $551,162.41 for Project T3346 Southeast Loop Segment 1 Phase 1 (James Construction Group) P: 463 Funding Source: Road Bond.
Attachments
55.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #25IFB6 to Rotten Apples Services LLC for Bagdad Road Right of Way Clearing Project for HNTB in the amount of $1,253,832.00 and authorize execution of this agreement. The funding source is P343.
Attachments
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Rio Ranch Texas, LLC, a Texas limited liability company, to acquire right of way totaling 1.0051 acres and a waterline easement totaling 0.6718 acres required for the Ronald Reagan widening project (parcels 48, 48E and 47E part 9). Funding Source: Road Bonds P336
Attachments
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Temporary Right of Entry Agreement with United Bear Creek Storage LP (parcel 221) for access to the remainder property for removal of remnant real property improvements required in support of RM 2243/Hero Way project. Funding Source: TANS P588
Attachments
58.
Discuss, and consider authorizing the county Judge to execute a Special Warranty Deed conveying 0.853 acres, 0.10 acres, 0.212 acres and 0.451 acres from Williamson County to the City of Cedar Park, Texas regarding the vacation of right of way on Block House Creek Drive.
Attachments
59.
Discuss, and consider authorizing the county Judge to execute a Special Warranty Deed conveying 0.495 acres, 1.045 acres, and 0.766 acres from Williamson County to Northland Developments Cedar Park, Inc regarding the vacation of right of way on Block House Creek Drive.
Attachments
60.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District regarding the Sam Bass Project. Funding Source: Bonds P462
Attachments
61.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement regarding the participation of the City of Cedar Park, Texas and Williamson County, Texas in the construction costs related to the Toro Grande Boulevard project. Funding Source: Bonds P666
Attachments
62.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement regarding the participation of the City of Cedar Park, Texas and Williamson County, Texas in the design and construction costs related to the RM 1431 at 183A Intersection project. Funding Source: Bonds P660
Attachments
63.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement regarding the participation of the City of Cedar Park, Texas and Williamson County, Texas in the construction costs related to the Whitestone Boulevard Project. Funding Source: Bonds P348
Attachments
64.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (2.142 acres) required for the construction of CR 110N. (Lawhon/ Parcel 6) Funding Source: TANS P588
Attachments
65.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.4664 acres, 0.0687 acres) as right of way and (0.2420 acres and 0.1332 acres) as utility easements required for the construction of CR 314. (Jarrell 3001, LLC./ Parcel 37/38) Funding Source: Road Bonds P364
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)."
66.
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: Bud Stockton Dr.
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 Arterial 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: Bud Stockton Dr.
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 Arterial 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
67.
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 Garden
c) Project School Bus
d) Project Lunch Lady
e) Project Sequoia
Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
a) Project Skyfall
b) Project Garden
c) Project School Bus
d) Project Lunch Lady
e) Project Sequoia
68.
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. Litigation:
c. Claims:
d. Other:
a. Litigation:
1. Lawsuits and administrative complaints filed, served and/or received following the Williamson County Commissioners Court agenda submittal deadline
2. 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
3. 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
4. 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
5. 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
6. 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
7. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. Cause No. 23-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480 th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
12. Cause No. 24-1887-C26; Ivory Deon Hornsby v. Williamson County, et al.; In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-01183; Johnny Joe Tijerina v. Andrew Rodriguez, et al.; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
14. Case Number: 1:24-cv-01166 DII; Tettus J. Davis v. Billy Ray Stubblefield, et al; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas
15. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-1043-DII; Luis J. Ortiz Hernandez v. Williamson County, Texas; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
16. Cause No. 24-2467-C425; Carlos Turcios, et al. v. Williamson County, et al; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
17. Cause No. 24-2687-C395; Paul Johnson v. Williamson County Tax Office; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
b. Administrative Complaints:
2. 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
3. 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
4. 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
5. 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
6. 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
7. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. Cause No. 23-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480 th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
12. Cause No. 24-1887-C26; Ivory Deon Hornsby v. Williamson County, et al.; In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-01183; Johnny Joe Tijerina v. Andrew Rodriguez, et al.; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
14. Case Number: 1:24-cv-01166 DII; Tettus J. Davis v. Billy Ray Stubblefield, et al; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas
15. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-1043-DII; Luis J. Ortiz Hernandez v. Williamson County, Texas; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
16. Cause No. 24-2467-C425; Carlos Turcios, et al. v. Williamson County, et al; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
17. Cause No. 24-2687-C395; Paul Johnson v. Williamson County Tax Office; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
c. Claims:
d. 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 the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc.
4. Legal matters relating to James Construction's claims on the SE Loop (East Wilco Hwy) Segment 1 Project.
5. Legal discussions relating to social and political expressions in the workplace.
6. Legal matters and requirements relating to Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) funding through the Economically Distressed Areas Program (EDAP) and the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSFR).
7. Legal matters and potential litigation relating to non-profit status of EPCOR/ 130 Regional Water Supply Corporation.
8. Legal matters and requirements relating to Purchasing and Contracting Authority of Counties under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 262.
9. Legal matters and statutory authority of Williamson County regarding budgetary amendments by the Board of Directors of the Williamson Central Appraisal District (Tax Code Sec. 6.06) for purposes of appraisal funding.
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 the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc.
4. Legal matters relating to James Construction's claims on the SE Loop (East Wilco Hwy) Segment 1 Project.
5. Legal discussions relating to social and political expressions in the workplace.
6. Legal matters and requirements relating to Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) funding through the Economically Distressed Areas Program (EDAP) and the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSFR).
7. Legal matters and potential litigation relating to non-profit status of EPCOR/ 130 Regional Water Supply Corporation.
8. Legal matters and requirements relating to Purchasing and Contracting Authority of Counties under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 262.
9. Legal matters and statutory authority of Williamson County regarding budgetary amendments by the Board of Directors of the Williamson Central Appraisal District (Tax Code Sec. 6.06) for purposes of appraisal funding.
69.
Discuss and deliberate the employment and duties of the Williamson County Manager (Executive Session as per Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters: Deliberate the appointment and evaluation of public officer/department head).
70.
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).
REGULAR AGENDA (continued)
71.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other legal matters, including the following:
a. Litigation:
d. Other:
a. Litigation:
1. Lawsuits and administrative complaints filed, served and/or received following the Williamson County Commissioners Court agenda submittal deadline
2. 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
3. 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
4. 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
5. 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
6. 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
7. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. Cause No. 23-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480 th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
12. Cause No. 24-1887-C26; Ivory Deon Hornsby v. Williamson County, et al.; In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-01183; Johnny Joe Tijerina v. Andrew Rodriguez, et al.; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
14. Case Number: 1:24-cv-01166 DII; Tettus J. Davis v. Billy Ray Stubblefield, et al; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas
15. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-1043-DII; Luis J. Ortiz Hernandez v. Williamson County, Texas; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
16. Cause No. 24-2467-C425; Carlos Turcios, et al. v. Williamson County, et al; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
17. Cause No. 24-2687-C395; Paul Johnson v. Williamson County Tax Office; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
2. 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
3. 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
4. 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
5. 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
6. 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
7. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. Cause No. 23-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480 th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
12. Cause No. 24-1887-C26; Ivory Deon Hornsby v. Williamson County, et al.; In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-01183; Johnny Joe Tijerina v. Andrew Rodriguez, et al.; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
14. Case Number: 1:24-cv-01166 DII; Tettus J. Davis v. Billy Ray Stubblefield, et al; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas
15. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-1043-DII; Luis J. Ortiz Hernandez v. Williamson County, Texas; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
16. Cause No. 24-2467-C425; Carlos Turcios, et al. v. Williamson County, et al; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
17. Cause No. 24-2687-C395; Paul Johnson v. Williamson County Tax Office; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
b. Administrative Complaints:
c. Claims:
d. 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 the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc.
4. Legal matters relating to James Construction's claims on the SE Loop (East Wilco Hwy) Segment 1 Project.
5. Legal discussions relating to social and political expressions in the workplace.
6. Legal matters and requirements relating to Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) funding through the Economically Distressed Areas Program (EDAP) and the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSFR).
7. Legal matters and potential litigation relating to non-profit status of EPCOR/ 130 Regional Water Supply Corporation.
8. Legal matters and requirements relating to Purchasing and Contracting Authority of Counties under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 262.
9. Legal matters and statutory authority of Williamson County regarding budgetary amendments by the Board of Directors of the Williamson Central Appraisal District (Tax Code Sec. 6.06) for purposes of appraisal funding.
purposes of appraisal funding.
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 the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc.
4. Legal matters relating to James Construction's claims on the SE Loop (East Wilco Hwy) Segment 1 Project.
5. Legal discussions relating to social and political expressions in the workplace.
6. Legal matters and requirements relating to Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) funding through the Economically Distressed Areas Program (EDAP) and the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSFR).
7. Legal matters and potential litigation relating to non-profit status of EPCOR/ 130 Regional Water Supply Corporation.
8. Legal matters and requirements relating to Purchasing and Contracting Authority of Counties under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 262.
9. Legal matters and statutory authority of Williamson County regarding budgetary amendments by the Board of Directors of the Williamson Central Appraisal District (Tax Code Sec. 6.06) for purposes of appraisal funding.
purposes of appraisal funding.
72.
73.
Comments from Commissioners.
74.
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 22nd day of November 2024 at 3:00 PM and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.