NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Commissioners Courtroom
710 S. Main Street, Georgetown
December 17, 2024
9:30 A.M.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Commissioners Courtroom
710 S. Main Street, Georgetown
December 17, 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 – 30 )
( Items 3 – 30 )
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.
Attachments
4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of November 2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
Attachments
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the Tax Collection Agreement between Williamson County Municipal Utility District No 39 and the County of Williamson, Texas.
Attachments
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, November 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
Attachments
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, November 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.
Attachments
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the reappointment of Michael Doss to the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning February 1, 2025, and ending on January 31, 2027.
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Bobby Bunte to ESD #8 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2025, and continue until December 31, 2026.
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Greg Eady to ESD #8 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2025, and continue until December 31, 2026.
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Keith Couch to the ESD #7 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2025, and continue until December 31, 2026.
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Laura Anderson to the ESD #7 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2025, and continue until December 31, 2026.
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Darrel Warren to the ESD #7 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2025, and continue until December 31, 2026.
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Mike Garcia to the ESD #9 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2025, and continue until December 31, 2026.
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Jordan Baltazor to the ESD #2 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2025, and continue until December 31, 2026.
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Trish Weiner to the ESD #2 board to replace Thom Nanninga with the term to commence on January 1, 2025, and continue until December 31, 2026.
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing David Glenn to the ESD #9 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2025, and continue until December 31, 2026.
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Alan Forster to the ESD #9 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2025, and continue until December 31, 2026.
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on reappointing Susie Fontenot, Michael Wright and Mike Keller as Board of Commissioners for ESD #6 on a two-year term through December 31, 2026.
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on reappointing Dan Hajl as a Board Commissioner for ESD #3 for a new term through December 31, 2026.
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action concerning the appointment of Patrick Erickson as Deputy Constable for Precinct 1.
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve an amendment to a subrecipient agreement between Williamson County and the City of Granger for Infrastructure Improvements to the water project serving the community for reimbursement under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
Attachments
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an addendum to the Williamson County Exposition Center License & Use Agreement between Williamson County and Texas State Technical College relating to use of the Williamson County Exposition Center.
Attachments
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase #202546 between Williamson County and Motorola Solutions, Inc. for BDA/Jail DAS Service Agreement in the amount of $7,651.50, pursuant to HGAC RA 05-21 cooperative contract and authorize execution of the documents.
Attachments
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFSQ #24RFSQ53 to Cleary Zimmermann Engineers, LLC, for Jail North Dishwasher Exhaust, in the amount of Thirteen Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($13,500.00) and authorize execution of the agreement.
Attachments
- PSA Jail North Exhaust Cleary Zimmermann__Redacted
- Form 1295 Cleary Zimmerman Engineers LLC complete
26.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Program Management Services for Justice Complex Relocation, under RFSQ #25RFSQ4. Funding source project TBD.
Attachments
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Addendum agreement under contract #202528 with Bentley Systems Inc for OpenRoads Designer Select Subscription in the amount of $19,452.00 exempting this from the standard Williamson County Terms and Conditions, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
Attachments
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No. 4 to Work Authorization No. 4 under Williamson County Contract between Walker Texas Surveyors, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 19, 2020, for CR 255 Surveying Services. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $204,070.00. Funding source: P546.
Attachments
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Annual Report.
Attachments
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on ratifying and approving the preliminary plat for the Cross Creek Commercial Park subdivision – Precinct 2.
Attachments
REGULAR AGENDA
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on receiving the results of the community-wide survey conducted by ETC Institute.
Attachments
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the distribution of funds for the Hutto Education Foundation.
Attachments
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a BJA FY24 Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Site-Based Program grant Award Number 15PBJA-24-GG-04486-COAP in the amount of $1,600,000 from the Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Assistance for the "Expanding Evidence-Based Substance Use Treatment and Aftercare Services" project and approve Bluebonnet Trails Community Services for data collection and grant reporting.
Attachments
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on naming and referring to the new Williamson County building located at 9500 N. Lake Creek Blvd. as the Wilco Outpost.
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a policy exception to allow for the salary of the newly-hired Clerk II position with Constable Pct. 1 to exceed 15% above the minimum.
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2019 Road Bond Transfer to move $600,000 from P399 (2019 Road Bond Non-Departmental) to P390 CR 401/CR 404 Improvements.
Attachments
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the projects and budgets for the 2025 Capital Improvement Program, as well as the 2015 Certificate of Obligation, 2013 Park Bond, 2019 Park Bond, Long Range Transportation, and ARPA Interest.
Attachments
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the execution of the Williamson County Flexible Benefits Formal Record of Action, the Williamson County Flexible Benefits Adoption Agreement and approve the Williamson County Flexible Benefits Plan Highlights, the Williamson County Flexible Benefits Plan Summary Plan Description.
Attachments
- Williamson County Flexible Benefits Formal Record of Action
- Williamson County Flexible Benefits Adoption Agreement
- Williamson County Flexible Benefits Plan Highlights
- Williamson County Flexible Benefits Plan Summary Plan Description
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on changes to the Employee Policy Manual for FY25.
Attachments
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action authorizing the Williamson County Judge to execute a Settlement Participation and Release Form and any necessary Orders regarding settlement offers from Kroger in the matter of Texas opioid multi-district litigation for Williamson County in the matter of County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, Inc., et al., MDL PRETRIAL CAUSE NO. 2018-63587, in the 152d District Court of Harris County, Texas.
Attachments
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #23RFP55 Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD), Mobile Data System (MDS) and Law Enforcement Records Management System (LERMS) software to Intergraph Corporation through its Hexagon Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial for the project amount of $6,362,550.00 for implementation and first-year maintenance of OnCall Dispatch and Records Implementation, HxGN Connect Cloud Program and HxGN Connect Implementation Services with annual recurring maintenance as follows and authorize execution of the agreement. P604 Public Safety Software Suite.
Annual Recurring Fees
Annual Recurring Maintenance Fee – Year 2 $804,801
Annual Recurring Maintenance Fee – Year 3 $836,993
Annual Recurring Maintenance Fee – Year 4 $870,473
Annual Recurring Maintenance Fee – Year 5 $905,292
Annual Recurring Fees
Annual Recurring Maintenance Fee – Year 2 $804,801
Annual Recurring Maintenance Fee – Year 3 $836,993
Annual Recurring Maintenance Fee – Year 4 $870,473
Annual Recurring Maintenance Fee – Year 5 $905,292
Attachments
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Addendum with Motorola Solutions for the annual maintenance service contract #202586, in the amount of $701,240.18 as per cooperative contract HCAC #RA05-21 and authorize execution of the document.
Attachments
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the Amendment which incorporates the FEMA Addendum for the contract #24RFP30 with 5F Mechanical Group Inc., approved on 4.9.2024.
Attachments
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the Amendment which incorporates the FEMA Addendum for the Services Contract #202308, approved on 6.15.2021, with Air Conditioning Innovative Services, Inc. dba Team Services under TIPS Cooperative contract #210205.
Attachments
45.
Receive the December 2024 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation.
Attachments
46.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 21 in the amount of $5,462.50 for Project 22IFB139 FM3349 at US79 (James Construction Group) P: 332 Funding Source: Road Bond.
Attachments
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $28,962.50 for Project 24IFB57 Ronald Reagan Blvd. Widening (Chaso Constructors) P: 336 Funding Source: Road Bond.
Attachments
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding #23RFSQ113 Engineering Services for the Planning of Corridor A3 from SH95 to US 79 to LJA Engineering, Inc., in the maximum amount payable of one-million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($1,500,000.00) and authorize execution of the agreement. The funding source is P630.
Attachments
- PSA LJA Engineering Inc redacted
- Scoresheet Corridor A3-signed_Redacted
- Form 1295 LJA Engineering, Inc Complete
49.
Hold a workshop and discussion related to adding an additional District Court and Statutory Probate Court.
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the County Judge to issue a resolution on behalf of the Williamson County Commissioners Court supporting legislation for the creation of an additional District Court and/or Statutory Probate Court.
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a presentation and workshop regarding the Williamson County Jail and Justice Center.
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)."
52.
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 a 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 the 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 the proposed or potential sale or lease of property owned by the County.
a) Discuss country-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 at 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 the 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 the proposed or potential sale or lease of property owned by the County.
a) Discuss country-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 at 747 County Rd. 138 Hutto, Texas.
d) Discuss Blue Springs Blvd. property.
53.
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
54.
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:
1. Legal claim related to Bryan Ross.
2. Claim No. 09252024-560-347 - auto liability claim by Madisyn Grace Thomas for incident occurring on or about 09/25/2024.
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:
1. Legal claim related to Bryan Ross.
2. Claim No. 09252024-560-347 - auto liability claim by Madisyn Grace Thomas for incident occurring on or about 09/25/2024.
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 (CWSRF).
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.
10. Legal matters pertaining to proposed rules, Chapter 56 in Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code relating to reporting requirements of District and County Attorneys in counties with a population of 500,000 or more.
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 (CWSRF).
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.
10. Legal matters pertaining to proposed rules, Chapter 56 in Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code relating to reporting requirements of District and County Attorneys in counties with a population of 500,000 or more.
55.
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).
56.
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).
57.
Discuss security assessments or deployments relating to information resources technology; network security information relating to the Williamson County Justice Center and Williamson County Jail, 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 for such facilities. (Executive Session as per Texas Gov't. Code § 551.089).
REGULAR AGENDA (continued)
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other legal matters, including the following:
a. Litigation:
c. Claims:
1. Legal claim related to Bryan Ross.
2. Claim No. 09252024-560-347 - auto liability claim by Madisyn Grace Thomas for incident occurring on or about 09/25/2024.
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:
1. Legal claim related to Bryan Ross.
2. Claim No. 09252024-560-347 - auto liability claim by Madisyn Grace Thomas for incident occurring on or about 09/25/2024.
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 (CWSRF).
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.
10. Legal matters pertaining to proposed rules, Chapter 56 in Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code relating to reporting requirements of District and County Attorneys in counties with a population of 500,000 or more.
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 (CWSRF).
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.
10. Legal matters pertaining to proposed rules, Chapter 56 in Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code relating to reporting requirements of District and County Attorneys in counties with a population of 500,000 or more.
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding 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).
60.
Comments from Commissioners.
61.
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 13th day of December 2024, at 5:00 PM and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.