NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Commissioners Courtroom
710 S. Main Street, Georgetown
January 14, 2025
9:30 A.M.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Commissioners Courtroom
710 S. Main Street, Georgetown
January 14, 2025
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 – 22 )
( Items 3 – 22 )
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:
$50,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0509.004100 |
Description:
Professional Services |
Amount:
$50,000.00 |
4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a line item transfer for EMS.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100-0540-005700 |
Description:
Vehicles > $5,000 |
Amount:
$6,000.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100-0540-003010 |
Description:
Computer Equipment <$5,000 |
Amount:
$6,000.00 |
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Death Inquest Investigators.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0566.003005 |
Description:
Office Furniture <$5,000 |
Amount:
$900.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0566.003006 |
Description:
Office Equipment <$5,000 |
Amount:
$900.00 |
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer to the County Auditor's Office.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
From/To:
From |
Acct No.:
0100.0409.004998 |
Description:
Contingencies |
Amount:
$61,800.00 |
|
From/To:
To |
Acct No.:
0100.0495.004100 |
Description:
Professional Services |
Amount:
$61,800.00 |
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to acknowledge line item transfers of $1000 or less completed by the County Auditor during October 2024 to December 2024 (FY25 1st Quarter).
Attachments
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.
Attachments
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through 01/08/2025 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
Attachments
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, December 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Proc. § 103.005.
Attachments
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 December 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.
Attachments
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, December 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
Attachments
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the uniform policy for Death Inquest Investigators.
Attachments
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on closing out and not awarding RFP #25RFP1, Armored Courier Services, due to no responses received.
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing Work Order Amendment #202517 Add-ons for Unified Enterprise Support Services with Microsoft Corporation per DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4911 for the term of three (3) years beginning 11.01.24-10.31.27, in the amount of $26,860.00, and authorizing the execution of the amendment.
Attachments
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving annual purchase #202601 between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for the Enterprise Jury Summons software, for a total amount of $58,109.31 pursuant to Sourcewell contract #090320-TTI.
Attachments
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement #202600 between VertiGIS and Williamson County for the Small Municipal and County Enterprise License Agreement, for an annual amount of $31,150.00,for a three(3) year term, in coordination with cooperative DIR-CPO-5192 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
Attachments
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Services and Purchase Contract #202588 with Intelligent Markings USA Inc dba Turf Tank for Annual Customer Care for Parks and Recreation field marking system in the amount of $4,999.00 and authorize execution of this agreement.
Attachments
- Services and Purchase Contract 202588 Intelligent Markings USA Inc dba Turf Tank
- Form 1295 Intelligent Markings USA Inc dba Turf Tank
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Services and Purchase Contract #2025100 with Polylast Global LLC for Polylast Flooring for the Expo Center in the amount of $21,200.00 and authorize execution of this agreement.
Attachments
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 1 under the Williamson County Contract between K Friese and Associates, LLC and Williamson County dated March 5, 2024 for On-Call Development Services Assistance. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
Attachments
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 3 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between SWCA, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 25, 2020, for CR 201 Environmental Services. This supplemental extends the termination date until January 31, 2026. Funding source: P546.
Attachments
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Nolina Phase 3 subdivision – Precinct 3.
Attachments
REGULAR AGENDA
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the January 2025 Wilco One Employee Well Being Brochure and January Wellness Updates.
Attachments
24.
Receive and acknowledge approval of Change Order No. 5 from Texas AirSystems for the Jail South Boiler Renovation Project in the amount of $25,261.00, which was approved by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, Daryl Mutz, pursuant to the Commissioners Court's prior delegation of change order approval authority pursuant to Loc. Gov't Code Sec. 262.031.
Attachments
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Agreement for Construction Services #2025101 between G2 Construction Services, Inc. and Williamson County for Justice Center LED Lighting Upgrades, in the amount of One Hundred Eighty Thousand Dollars ($180,000.00), pursuant to TIPS contract 211001 and execution of the agreement.
Attachments
- Ageement for Construction Services_G2 Construction CJC LED
- Form 1295 G2 Construction Services, Inc complete
26.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase #202603 of In-Car Camera Systems for Williamson County Law Enforcement Vehicles from GTS Technology Solutions for a total of $270,009.75 pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4697.
Attachments
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to authorize the Williamson County Purchasing Agent to begin preparation of solicitation procedures for the sale of Williamson County-owned property's within the downtown Georgetown area.
28.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the prioritization of potential congressional earmark projects.
Attachments
- Robinson Ranch Grants Management Request
- Corridor A2 Grants Management Request
- RM 2338 Overpass Grants Management Request
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between HNTB Corporation and Williamson County dated January 9, 2024 for General Engineering Consultant– Construction Management/Inspection Services.
Attachments
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between HNTB Corporation and Williamson County dated January 9, 2024 for General Engineering Consultant – Construction Management/Inspection Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge Department Projects.
Attachments
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 3 to RFQ2572 Flood Plain Maps Update (Atlas 14 – Salado Creek Basin Study & Technical Review) contract between Williamson County and Halff Associates, Inc. relating to the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Agreement. Project: P382. Funding source: CIP/Road and Bridge.
Attachments
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 3 to RFQ2572 Flood Plain Maps Update (Atlas 14 – San Gabriel Basin Study) contract between Williamson County and Doucet & Associates, Inc. relating to the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Agreement. Project: P382. Funding source: CIP/Road and Bridge.
Attachments
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 4 to RFQ2572 Flood Plain Maps Update (Atlas 14 - Brushy Creek Basin Study) contract between Williamson County and AECOM Technical Services, Inc. relating to the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Agreement. Project: P382. Funding source: CIP/Road and Bridge.
Attachments
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a conditional roadway acceptance agreement for the Nolina Phase 1 Sections 1 and 2 subdivision.
Attachments
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Skip Sandell and Nancy Heaton to purchase 5.009 acres needed as right of way for the Hero Way segment 2 project. Funding Source: LRTP P457
Attachments
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Relocation Expenses Reimbursement Letter Agreement with PEC regarding the use of portions of the proposed Sam Bass Road public right of way (prior rights agreement). Funding Source: Bonds P462
Attachments
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 4 to the Bagdad Road North contract between Williamson County and Binkley & Barfield, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program.
Project: P343
Fund Source: Road Bonds
Project: P343
Fund Source: Road Bonds
Attachments
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on releases of liens for 3 properties acquired by Habitat for Humanity using CDBG funds.
Attachments
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a claim for actual moving expenses caused by the acquisition of right of way on the Bagdad Rd./CR 279 project (Parcel 15). Funding Source: Bonds P343
Attachments
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on adopting a resolution of support for legislation that would create a new District Court in Williamson County, Texas that would help address an increased criminal case workload; and discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to direct the Williamson County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement with the National Center for State Courts to provide an evaluation of the caseflow management practices and management of judicial resources in relation to Williamson County's District Courts and County Courts at Law and make recommendations for increased efficiencies and enhancements that may be made to meet the increased workloads of such courts and exempting the purchase from competitive bidding under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(2) as being an item necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the residents of Williamson County.
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)."
41.
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 the acquisition of real property for CR 175.
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
e) Discuss the potential sale of Williamson County-owned properties within the downtown Georgetown area.
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 the acquisition of real property for CR 175.
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
e) Discuss the potential sale of Williamson County-owned properties within the downtown Georgetown area.
42.
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
43.
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.
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. 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
15. Cause No. 24-2467-C425; Carlos Turcios, et al. v. Williamson County, et al; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. 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. 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
15. Cause No. 24-2467-C425; Carlos Turcios, et al. v. Williamson County, et al; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. 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.
44.
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).
45.
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)
46.
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. 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
15. Cause No. 24-2467-C425; Carlos Turcios, et al. v. Williamson County, et al; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. 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. 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
15. Cause No. 24-2467-C425; Carlos Turcios, et al. v. Williamson County, et al; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. 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.
47.
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).
48.
Comments from Commissioners.
49.
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 10th day of January 2025 at 1:00 pm and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.