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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
AUGUST 23, 2016


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:39 A.M. on TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2016, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
  • Stan O. Springerley, Assistant General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
  • Carolyn Deibler, Deputy County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the Regular Session of Commissioners' Court on Tuesday, August 16, 2016 and the Special Session - Budget Modification Voting Session of Commissioners' Court on Wednesday, August 17, 2016.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.
No action was taken on this item.
 
3.
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.
Accounts Payable/Payroll Lead Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $3,280,736.40 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
4.
Citizen comments.

Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.

 
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 5 – 16 )
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on line item transfer for the Purchasing Department.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Purchasing Department:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0494-004999 Miscellaneous $500.00
From 0100-0494-004350 Printed Materials and Binding $150.00
From 0100-0494-003901 Publications/Books/Periodicals $200.00
From 0100-0494-003900 Memberships $400.00
From 0100-0494-003120 Printer Supplies $100.00
To 0100-0494-004310 Advertising & Legal Notices $1,350.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for EMS. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Medical Services (EMS):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-003010 Computer Equipment < $5000 $760.00
To 0100-0540-003011 Computer Software < $5000 $760.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Child Welfare.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Child Welfare:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0645-004106 Counseling Services $1,000.00
From 0100-0645-003316 Medical/Hospital $600.00
From 0100-0645-004999 Miscellanous $450.00
From 0100-0645-004109 Special Needs $300.00
From 0100-0645-004105 Foster Home Care $250.00
To 0100-0645-003305 Clothes $2,600.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Road and Bridge.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Sheriff:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0560-4210 Internet/Email $11,344.00
To 0100-0560-5700 Vehicles >$5,000 $11,344.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a line item transfer for the Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Tax Assessor/Collector:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0499-004350 Printed forms, books, binders $4,000.00
To 0100-0499-003006 Office Equipment $3,000.00
To 0100-0499-003100 Office Supplies $1,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval or ratification of monthly Treasurer's Report on Williamson County Finances for July 2016 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code § 114.026.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the Treasurer's Report on the Williamson County Finances for July 2016; pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 114.026.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding acceptance of donation in the amount of $1500 from Capitol Land & Livestock Trucks, Inc. pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 81.032.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve acceptance of a donation in the amount of $1,500.00 from Capitol Land & Livestock Trucks, Inc. pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 81.032.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (2) Desks, (2) Credenzas, (4) Monitors, (1) Laptop, (2) Desktops, (1) Keyboard, (4) Mice, assorted computer cables and  multiple chairs, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (2) Desks, (2) Credenzas, (4) Monitors, (1) Laptop, (2) Desktops, (1) Keyboard, (4) Mice, assorted computer cables, and multiple chairs (complete list attached); pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) 2009 Black/White Ford Crown Vic, (2) 2011 Black/White Ford Crown Vic., (1) 2006 White Ford F250 XCAB (complete list attached) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (1) 2009 Black/White Ford Crown Vic, (2) 2011 Black/White Ford Crown Vic., and (1) 2006 White Ford F250 XCAB (complete list attached); pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through trade-in including (1) 2011 White/Red Ford F450, (3) 2012 White/Red Ford F450, (1) 2013 White/Red Ford F450 (complete list attached) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through trade-in, including (1) 2011 White/Red Ford F450, (3) 2012 White/Red Ford F450, (1) 2013 White/Red Ford F450 (complete list attached); pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the revised plat for the Brushy Bend Park Lot 95 subdivision - Pct 1.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve revised plat for the Brushy Bend Park Lot 95 subdivision - Precinct #1.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
17.
Discuss and take appropriate action on Resolution recognizing Shirley Merkord's service to Williamson County for 39 and 2/3s years upon retirement and setting aside August 25, 2016 as Shirley Merkord Day.
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County Clerk Nancy Rister addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a Resolution recognizing Shirley Merkord's service to Williamson County for 39 years and 8 months upon retirement and setting aside Friday, August 26, 2016 as Shirley Merkord Day.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
 
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Supplemental Utility Agreement with Seminole Pipeline for utility adjustments on CR 110 South, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To approve a Supplemental Utility Agreement with Seminole Pipeline for utility adjustments on County Road 110 South, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Precinct #4.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the transfers of $8,684.62 from Bagdad Rd (P272) to SH 29 Improvements (P217), $18,000.00 from SH 195 ROW (P149) to Reagan Blvd IV (P196), $5,000.00 from SH 195 (P149) to RM 620 Interim Improvements (P167), $60,000.00 from SH 195 ROW (P149) to Chandler Road Expansion (P255), $52,000.00 from SH 195 (P149) to SH 29 Improvements (P217), $50,000.00 from SH 195 ROW (P149) to CR 245 (P273), and $255,000.00 from SH 195 ROW (P149) to Tradesman Drive/UPRR Crossing (P263).
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To approve the transfers of $8,684.62 from Bagdad Road (P272) to State Highway (SH) 29 Improvements (P217), $18,000.00 from SH 195 Right-of-Way (ROW) (P149) to Reagan Boulevard IV (P196), $5,000.00 from SH 195 (P149) to Ranch-to-Market 620 Interim Improvements (P167), $60,000.00 from SH 195 ROW (P149) to Chandler Road Expansion (P255), $52,000.00 from SH 195 (P149) to SH 29 Improvements (P217), $50,000.00 from SH 195 ROW (P149) to County Road (CR) 245 (P273), and $255,000.00 from SH 195 ROW (P149) to Tradesman Drive/UPRR Crossing (P263).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County Expo Project; Change Order # 15 in the amount of $16,922.00 for replacing the downspouts at the Existing Arena, which was executed by Dale Butler pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To accept and approve a report on the Williamson County Expo Project, Change Order #15 in the amount of $16,922.00 for replacing the downspouts at the Existing Arena; which was executed by Dale Butler pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Letter Agreement with Beverly Clement, Katherine Clement and Marilyn Clement regarding drainage improvements to CR 351. 
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To approve a Letter Agreement with Beverly Clement, Katherine Clement, and Marilyn Clement regarding drainage improvements to County Road (CR) 351.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Bradley and Marian Cockrum for Right of Way needed on CR 111. (Parcel 20)
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Bradley and Marian Cockrum for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 111. (Parcel 20)

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:02 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2016.
 
24.
10:00 a.m. Hold Public Hearing for changing the street name CR 457 to Hardi Rd. PCT 4.
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No one addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:03 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2016.
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the name change of CR 457 to Hardi Rd. PCT 4.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the name change of County Road (CR) 457 to Hardi Road in Precinct #4.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:04 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2016.
 
26.
10:00 a.m. Hold Public Hearing for changing a portion of FM 685 from the city limits of Hutto to SH 130 to Chris Kelley Blvd. PCT 4.
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No one addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:05 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2016.
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the name change of FM 685 from the city limits of Hutto to SH 130 to Chris Kelley Blvd. PCT 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the name change of Farm-to-Market (FM) 685 from the city limits of Hutto to State Highway (SH) 130 to Chris Kelley Boulevard in Precinct #4.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
28.
Discuss and take appropriate action on ordering the general election to be held November 8, 2016.
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Elections Administrator Chris Davis addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To approve the Order of Election for the General Election on Tuesday, November 8, 2016.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the appointment of election Judges and Alternate Judges to serve for a one year term beginning September 1, 2016 and ending August 31, 2017.
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Elections Administrator Chris Davis addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the appointment of Election Judges and Alternate Judges to serve for a one-year term beginning September 1, 2016 and ending August 31, 2017.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action for establishing the Central Counting Station and appointment of officers to serve at the Central Counting Station for the election to be held on November 8, 2016.
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Elections Administrator Chris Davis addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve establishing the Central Counting Station and appoint officers to serve at the Central Counting Station for the election to be held on November 8, 2016.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the submission of a grant provided through the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for the Williamson County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC), administered by the Office of Emergency Management, in the amount of  $140,769.00. The request is for a 12 month grant funded position to analyze and plan for chemical emergencies, software to analyze threats and risk, and a rugged laptop.
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Emergency Management Coordinator Jarred Thomas addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 

Motion: To approve the submission of a grant provided through the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for the Williamson County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) and administered by the Office of Emergency Management in the amount of $140,769.00 and request a 12 month grant funded position to analyze and plan for chemical emergencies, software to analyze threats and risk, and a rugged laptop.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider, and approve the County Judge authorization to sign the updated Williamson County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) Roster. 
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Emergency Management Coordinator Jarred Thomas addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the updated Williamson County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) Roster.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
33.
Discuss 2016 - 2017 Budget.
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Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the FY16/17 Budget Order.
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No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss and take action to add an Accountant II position to the County Auditor's Office effective September 1, 2016.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To approve the addition of an Accountant II position to the County Auditor's Office effective September 1, 2016.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for CAMPO.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-370510 CAMPO $6,082.62

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the County Auditors Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the County Auditors Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0495-001100 Salaries $4,290.30
0100-0495-002010 FICA $328.21
0100-0495-002020 Retirement $549.59
0100-0495-002030 Insurance $700.00
0100-0495-002050 Workers Comp $214.52

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a contract with Brycomm, LLC for a fiber-optic cable maintenance contract (DIR-SDD-1901).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a contract with Brycomm, LLC for a fiber-optic cable maintenance contract (DIR-SDD-1901).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB # 1607-101 Milling & Overlay Ronald Reagan Blvd to the lowest and best bidder Lone Star Paving as recommended by Williamson County Road & Bridge.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1607-101 Milling & Overlay services for Ronald Reagan Boulevard to the lowest and best bidder - Lone Star Paving, as recommended by Williamson County Road & Bridge.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on extending annual policy for Third Party Liability, Corrective Action and Clean-up Costs for the Storage Tank Pollution with Commerce And Industry Insurance Company for Fleet Services.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To extend the annual policy for a one-year period to begin December 18, 2016 and end December 18, 2017 for Third Party Liability, Corrective Action, and Clean-up Costs for the Storage Tank Pollution with Commerce and Industry Insurance Company for Fleet Services.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding Bid 1606 098, Lease 227 Acres Agricultural Land at Blackland County Park to the best, highest bidder, Mr. Ross Emory Stromberg, Jr. for a total annual lease amount of $20,500.00.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To award Bid #1606-098, Lease 227 Acres Agricultural Land at Blackland County Park for a total annual lease amount of $20,500.00 to the best and highest bidder - Ross Emory Stromberg, Jr.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
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42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the renewal of Mal-Practice Insurance, Quote 1509-009, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing Contract for the term of October 1, 2016 - September 30, 2017, with Extraco Banks.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the renewal of Mal-Practice Insurance, Quote #1509-009, with Extraco Banks for the same pricing, terms, and conditions as the existing Contract for a one-year term beginning October 1, 2016 and ending September 30, 2017.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the renewal of Metal Beam Guard Fence, Contract 1507-002, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing Contract, but with the addition of an updated Work Plan (Attachment A) to include two additional road locations as well as On-Call Services for five additional roads, for the term of September 8, 2016 - September 7, 2017 with RHB Construction.
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44.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase of precast box culverts per Buyboard Contract 462 14 between Williamson County Road and Bridge and Fiquay for a total purchase amount of $84,274.00.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To approve purchase of precast box culverts, per Buyboard Contract #462-14 for a total purchase amount of $84,274.00, between Williamson County Road and Bridge and Fiquay.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
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45.
Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the Debt Service Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Debt Service Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0600-0600-006621 06 Unlimited Tax Refunding-Int $4,196.91
To 0600-0600-004098 Pmt to Refunding Escrow Agent $2,623.66
To 0600-0600-006638 14 Limited Park Bonds-Int $1,573.25

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenue for the Debt Service Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenue for the Debt Service Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0600-0000-370400 Proceeds from Bond/CO Issuances $37,980,000.00
0600-0000-370401 Premium from Bond/CO Issuances $6,616,600.65

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Debt Service Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Debt Service Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0600-0600-004098 Pymt to Refunding Escrow Agent $44,134,898.33
0600-0600-004099 Bond Issuance Cost $461,702.32

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-367403 Park Donations $366.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
49.
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 acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0510-003670 Use of Donations $366.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Sheriff's Office Donations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Sheriff's Office Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-367400 Donations $452.31

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Use of Victim's Assistance Donations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Use of Victim's Assistance Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0560-003671 V.A. Donations $452.31

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:23 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2016.
 
52.
Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087:
a)  Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
b)  Discuss Pearson Road District.
c)  Discuss North Woods Road District.
d)  Discuss Kaufman Loop.
e)  Discuss Project Deliver
f)  Project Fiji
g)  Leander Medical Center
h)  Leander/Reagan TIRZ
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
53.
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
1.  Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential purchase or lease of property owned by third parties
a)  Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for SH 195 
b)  Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 project.
c)  Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop. 
d)  Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
e)  Discuss the acquisition of real property: SW Bypass
f)  Discuss the acquisition of real property: Neenah Blvd.
g)  Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 111
h)  Discuss the acquisition of real property: Tradesman Park.
i)  Discuss the acquisition of real property for proposed CR 110 project. (All sections)
j)  Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 258
k)  Discuss the acquisition of real property: Inner Loop.
l)  Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
m)  Discuss the acquisition of real property for DB Wood Rd. (Sneed Loop)
n)  Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests on CR 240. 
o)  Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. 
p)  Discuss the acquisition of real property for Bill Pickett Trail.
q)  Discuss the acquisition of real property: Arterial H
r)  Discuss the acquisition of easements on the Forest North project.
s)  Discuss potential acquisition of property located at NEC of Toll 130 and Gattis School Rd. 
t)  Discuss utilities for CR  305 at IH 35 and Reagan at IH35 projects.
u)  Discuss easement acquisitions from San Gabriel River Ranch Subdivision.
v)  Discuss the acquisition of easement interests for CR 351.

B.  Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
1).  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 the proposed sale of portion of county property on Inner Loop opposite Maintenance Building.
c)  Discuss possible sale of 183 A excess right of way
d)  Discuss proposed sale of real estate of Blue Springs Blvd
e)  Discuss abandonment of CR359. 
f)  Discuss proposed sale of an easement to Enterprise Crude Pipeline LLC.
 
C.   Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman. 
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
54.
Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.071 consultation with attorney.), including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Civil Action No.1:13-CV-505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al., In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
d) Employee/personnel related matters
e) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
e) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al., In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
f) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters;
g) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al.; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
h) Carolyn Barnes, et al. v. Texas Attorney General, et al.; Cause # D-1-GN-15-000877, in the 419th Judicial District Court of Travis County
i) Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011-2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal
j) Potential claims and litigation against Volkswagen and Audi related to Volkswagen and Audi emission control systems on diesel engine vehicles in the period 2009 – 2015
k) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
l) Claims of Texas Association for Children and Families
m) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
n) Legislative changes to firearms laws and possession of firearms on county property
o) Civil Action No. A-14-CV-986-DAE, Walter Chad Troutman v. Williamson County and its Sheriff’s Department, In The United States District Court For The Western District Of Texas, Austin Division
p) LCRA’s proposed Leander to Round Rock 138k-V Transmission Line Project including but not limited to filing as an intervenor.
q) Notice of claim and demand of Morgan Lee Roach.
r) Labor and employment law review of Employee Policy Manual provisions and amendments.
s) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
t) Discuss subrogation claims related to medical claims incurred during the County’s contract with Allegiance Benefit Plan Management (TPA).
u) Discuss requirements related to health benefit plan.
v) Case No. 1:16-cv-00505-LY, Saturn v. Barnett et al., In The United States District Court For The Western District of Texas-Austin Division
w) Cause No. 3SC-15-0150, Saturn v. Estate of Billy Maddox et al., In The Justice Court, Precinct 3, Williamson County, Texas
x) Discuss damage claim from Southwest Milam Water Supply Corporation.
y) Suit for declaratory judgment by the County Attorney’s Office on behalf of Emergency Services to challenge the Attorney General’s ruling in AG Letter Ruling No. OR2016-14927.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
55.
Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors, employees and/or positions, including but not limited to conducting deliberation and discussion pertaining to annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters).
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
56.
Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:13 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2016.
 
57.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
58.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
59.
Discuss and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters, including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Civil Action No.1:13-CV-505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al., In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
d) Employee/personnel related matters
e) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
f) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al., In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
g) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters;
h) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al.; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
i) Carolyn Barnes, et al. v. Texas Attorney General, et al.; Cause # D-1-GN-15-000877, in the 419th Judicial District Court of Travis County
j) Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding possible appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011-2013; and approval of payment of disputed employment taxes pending appeal
k) Potential claims and litigation against Volkswagen and Audi related to Volkswagen and Audi emission control systems on diesel engine vehicles in the period 2009 – 2015
l) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
m) Claims of Texas Association for Children and Families
n) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
o) Action regarding legislative changes to firearms laws, to include but not be limited to the adoption and implementation of regulations and policies relating to the possession of firearms on and within Williamson County property and facilities.
p) Civil Action No. A-14-CV-986-DAE, Walter Chad Troutman v. Williamson County and its Sheriff’s Department, In The United States District Court For The Western District Of Texas, Austin Division
q) LCRA’s proposed Leander to Round Rock 138k-V Transmission Line Project including but not limited to filing as an intervenor.
r) Notice of claim and demand of Morgan Lee Roach.
s) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
t) Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the handling, including but not limited to, the negotiating and approval of settlement offers, of subrogation claims related to medical claims incurred during the County’s contract with Allegiance Benefit Plan Management (TPA).
u) Discuss requirements related to health benefit plan.
v) Case No. 1:16-cv-00505-LY, Saturn v. Barnett et al., In The United States District Court For The Western District of Texas-Austin Division
w) Cause No. 3SC-15-0150, Saturn v. Estate of Billy Maddox et al., In The Justice Court, Precinct 3, Williamson County, Texas
x) Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding damage claim from Southwest Milam Water Supply Corporation.
y) Suit for declaratory judgment by the County Attorney’s Office on behalf of Emergency Services to challenge the Attorney General’s ruling in AG Letter Ruling No. OR2016-14927.
No action was taken on this item.
 
60.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors or employees, including but not limited to any necessary action pertaining to conducting annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials.
No action was taken on this item.
 
61.
Comments from Commissioners.

Commissioner Covey stated that we have had a lot of rain and flooding in our area and in Cedar Hollow specifically.  We have been out there and are looking at all options at this point.

Commissioner Covey announced that she and Mark will celebrate their 31st wedding anniversary on Wednesday, August 24, 2016.

Commissioner Birkman invited everyone to the Williamson County's Alan's Hope Project recognition of National Suicide Prevention Week by hosting a "Ceremony of Hope" on Thursday, September 8, 2016 at 4:00 p.m. at the Mays Street Boutique, 2001 N. Mays Street, Round Rock. The ceremony also will be the official "unveiling" of the Alan's Hope Project mural painted on the south side of the Mays Street Boutique by local artist Rachel Viator.

COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:13 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2016.
 
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 30th day of August 2016.


ATTEST: Nancy E. Rister, Clerk of Commissioners’ Court, Williamson County, Texas

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy