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Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session


 
 
MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
JANUARY 10, 2017


 

STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:32 A.M. on TUESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2017, 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 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
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 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the December 20, 2016 meeting.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
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 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $8,566,024.90 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 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
4.
Citizen comments.

The following persons addressed the Court:
Gail Price of Georgetown
Gary Hertel of Georgetown was representing Texas Disposal Systems
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill

 

 
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 – 32 )
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.
 

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's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0499-004212 Tax A/C/Postage $3,340.00
To 0100-0499-004623 Tax A/C/Equipment Lease $3,340.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.
 

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's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0499-004212 Tax A/C/Postage $1,845.00
To 0100-0499-004410 Tax A/C/Bond Premiums $1,845.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Non Departmental.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Non Departmental:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non Dept/Contingencies $148,003.00
To 0100-0409-004413 Non Dept/PO Liability $148,003.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Emergency Medical Services.
 

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:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-003003 Radio Equipment <$5,000 $6,721.80
To 0100-0540-004414 Vehicle Insurance $6,721.80

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Health District.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Health District:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0630-004210 Hlth Dist/Internet $592.55
To 0100-0630-004414 Hlth Dist/Vehicle Ins $592.55

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line transfer for Road and Bridge Division.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Road and Bridge Division:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-05711 Transfer from Heavy Equipment $263,100.00
To 0200-0210-05700 Vehicles > $5000 $260,000.00
To 0200-0210-04414 Vehicle Insurance $3,100.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on line item transfer for Juvenile Services.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Juvenile Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0576-004102 Residential Services $20,000.00
To 0100-0576-003305 Juvenile Clothing $20,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal on various county assets through auction including (1) Space heater, (1) Desk fan, (34) Monitors, (3) Full cubicle sets, (47) Computers, (15) Phones, (20) Officer pod chairs,(14) Inmate Washer and Dryers, (37) Camera Mounts, Misc. Items, (1) Scanner, (3) Calculators, (2) Sony cameras, (2) Printer cartridges, (1) Laminator, (2) Clocks, (1) Slide tray, (1) Paper binding machine, (1) Microwave, (2) Mirrors on poles, (3) Defibrillator's, (1) Video Multiplexer, (1) APC Battery back-up, (1) A/C Power box, (1) Motorola Radius, (284) Tactical pants, (140) Tactical Shirts, (85) Shirts, (27) Windbreakers,(16) Pants, (7) Mini flashlights, (10) Flashlight holders, (8) Handcuff Cases, (14) Glove pouches, (22) Radio Holders, (9) Key Holders, (6) Rescue Hook holders, (51) Ball caps, (26) earpiece, (1) Radio Charger w/cord, (2) Radio Batteries, (1) Radio Mic, (5) Printers,(29) Keyboards, (22) Computer Mice, (1) Computer speaker, (18) TV remotes, (2) TV's, (16) Dell cords, (5) Barcode scanner, (3) Single slot USB cradles, (4) Power Cords, (5) Rechargeable batteries, (3) Laptop Docking stations, (1) 2008 Black/White Ford Crown Vic and (1) 2003 White FL70 Freightliner (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal on various county assets through auction, including (1) Space heater, (1) Desk fan, (34) Monitors, (3) Full cubicle sets, (47) Computers, (15) Phones, (20) Officer pod chairs,(14) Inmate Washer and Dryers, (37) Camera Mounts, Misc. Items, (1) Scanner, (3) Calculators, (2) Sony cameras, (2) Printer cartridges, (1) Laminator, (2) Clocks, (1) Slide tray, (1) Paper binding machine, (1) Microwave, (2) Mirrors on poles, (3) Defibrillator's, (1) Video Multiplexer, (1) APC Battery back-up, (1) A/C Power box, (1) Motorola Radius, (284) Tactical pants, (140) Tactical Shirts, (85) Shirts, (27) Windbreakers, (16) Pants, (7) Mini flashlights, (10) Flashlight holders, (8) Handcuff Cases, (14) Glove pouches, (22) Radio Holders, (9) Key Holders, (6) Rescue Hook holders, (51) Ball caps, (26) earpiece, (1) Radio Charger w/cord, (2) Radio Batteries, (1) Radio Mic, (5) Printers, (29) Keyboards, (22) Computer Mice, (1) Computer speaker, (18) TV remotes, (2) TV's, (16) Dell cords, (5) Barcode scanner, (3) Single slot USB cradles, (4) Power Cords, (5) Rechargeable batteries, (3) Laptop Docking stations, (1) 2008 Black/White Ford Crown Vic, and (1) 2003 White FL70 Freightliner (see attached lists); pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through destruction including, (266) Inmate pants, (170) Inmate Tops, (256) Inmate shoes, (571) Towels, (79) Blankets, (350) Mattress Covers, (9) Suicide Smocks, (35) Work Boots, (100) Inmate Mattress's (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through destruction, including (266) Inmate pants, (170) Inmate tops, (256) Inmate shoes, (571) Towels, (79) Blankets, (350) Mattress Covers, (9) Suicide Smocks, (35) Work Boots, (100) Inmate Mattress's (see attached lists); pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including (1) Surface Pro 8 with charger and mouse and (1) Dell Laptop (see attached list) pursuant to Tx. Local Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer, including (1) Surface Pro 8 with charger and mouse and (1) Dell Laptop (see attached list); pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss and take appropriate action on approving the 2017 Williamson County Investment Policy and entering said policy into the official minutes of the Williamson County Commissioners Court.  No changes from the 2016 Investment Policy are proposed.
 

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

Motion: To approve the 2017 Williamson County Investment Policy and enter said policy into the official minutes of the Williamson County Commissioners Court; with no proposed changes from the 2016 Investment Policy.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
16.
Discuss and take appropriate action to note in the Minutes the continuing education hours for TX Assoc. of Counties Certified Investment Officer and the County Investment Academy on behalf of County Clerk Nancy E. Rister.
 

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

Motion:To note in the Minutes the continuing education hours for TX Assoc. of Counties Certified Investment Officer and the County Investment Academy on behalf of County Clerk Nancy E. Rister.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County Expo Project; Change Order # 19 in the amount of $29,545.25 for additional miscellaneous work necessary for the completion of the original design intent, functionality of the facility and accommodations for events during construction; which was executed by Dale Butler pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code.
 

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

Motion: To approve acceptance of a report on the Williamson County Expo Project; Change Order #19 in the amount of $29,545.25 for additional miscellaneous work necessary for the completion of the original design intent, functionality of the facility, and accommodations for events during construction; 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 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on renewing a service agreement between Road and Bridge Division and Waste Management of Texas, Inc. for non-hazardous waste services.

This item was pulled from the Agenda.

 
19.
Receive and ratify order authorizing interment of deceased Williamson County resident Heidi Nicholson where there has been no inquest by the justice of the peace and the county has duty to inter, pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code Sec. 711.002(e), and allow nursing home and funeral home involved to move forward with interment while assuming all costs.
 

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

Motion: To approve receipt and ratify an Order authorizing interment of deceased Williamson County resident Heidi Nicholson where there has been no inquest by the Justice of the Peace and the County has duty to inter, pursuant to Texas Health & Safety Code Section 711.002(e); and allow nursing home and funeral home involved to move forward with interment while assuming all costs.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
 

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

Motion: To approve compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Garry Guthrie to the Emergency Service District No. 3 Board with their term commencing effective on January 1, 2017 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2017. 
 

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

Motion: To approve re-appointing Garry Guthrie to the Emergency Service District No. 3 Board for a one-year term beginning January 1, 2017 and ending December 31, 2017.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on re-appointing Dan Hejl, Mike Cooper, and Irvin (Butch) Miller to the Emergency Service District (ESD) No. 3 Board with their term commencing effective on January 1, 2017 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2018. 
 

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

Motion: To approve re-appointing Dan Hejl, Mike Cooper, and Irvin (Butch) Miller to the Emergency Service District (ESD) No. 3 Board with their two-year terms beginning on January 1, 2017 and ending December 31, 2018.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on re-appointing Robert Avant, Mike Rinderknecht and Jon Fischer to the Emergency Service District (ESD) NO. 10 Board with their terms commencing effective on January 1, 2017 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2018.
 

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

Motion: To approve re-appointing Robert Avant, Mike Rinderknecht, and Jon Fischer to the Emergency Service District (ESD) No. 10 Board with their two-year terms beginning January 1, 2017 and ending December 31, 2018.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the request of Constable Precinct Four, for the approval of David David R. Moore to the open deputy constable position pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 86.011.
 

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

Motion: To approve David David R. Moore to the open Deputy Constable position in Precinct #4 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding request of Constable Precinct One for approval of Gary L. Wise to the open deputy constable position in precinct one pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 86.011.
 

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

Motion: To approve Gary L. Wise to the open Deputy Constable position in Precinct #1 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding request of Constable Precinct One for approval of Joel Fischetti to the open deputy constable position in precinct one pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 86.011.
 

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

Motion: To approve Joel Fischetti to the open Deputy Constable position in Precinct #1 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the revised plat for the Hidden Creek Estates Lots 11A, 12A, 13,A, 14A, 15,A and 16A - Pct 2.
 

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

Motion: To approve revised plat for the Hidden Creek Estates Lots 11A, 12A, 13,A, 14A, 15,A and 16A - Precinct #2.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the revised plat for the Star Ranch Gattis School Road SH 130 Subdivision subdivision - Pct 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve revised plat for the Star Ranch Gattis School Road State Highway (SH) 130 Subdivision - Precinct #4.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Ph 1 Sec 4 subdivision - Pct 3.
 

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

Motion: To approve final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 1 Section 4 subdivision - Precinct #3.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Siena Section 9 subdivision - Pct 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve final plat for the Siena Section 9 subdivision - Precinct #4.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the revised plat for the Wooden Nickel subdivision - Pct 3.
 

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

Motion: To approve revised plat for the Wooden Nickel subdivision - Precinct #3.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
32.
Acknowledge and enter into the official minutes the hiring of employees from newly Elected Officials of Williamson County.
 

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

Motion: To approve acknowledgement and enter into the official minutes the hiring of employees from newly Elected Officials of Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving Official Bonds of newly sworn Elected Officials of Williamson County, Texas.
 

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

Motion: To approve Official Bonds of newly sworn Elected Officials of Williamson County, Texas.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the Official Bond and Oath of Office for the newly elected Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector, Larry Gaddes.
Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Official Bond for the newly elected Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Resolution granting the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector approval to deputize individuals and business entities to perform titling and registration services in accordance with rules adopted by the Board of Directors of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (Chapter 217, SubChapter H of the Texas Administrative Code) and pursuant to Texas Transportation Code §520.0071.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Resolution granting the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector approval to deputize individuals and business entities to perform titling and registration services in accordance with rules adopted by the Board of Directors of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (Chapter 217, SubChapter H of the Texas Administrative Code); pursuant to Texas Transportation Code Section 520.0071.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
36.
Recognition of Captain George "Butch" Dennis for his 27 years of service to Williamson County.
Director of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Mike Knipstein and EMS Captain Butch Dennis addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the issuance of a county burn ban not to exceed 90 and to authorize the County Judge to lift said ban when conditions improve.
Emergency Management Coordinator Jarred Thomas addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh invited everyone to the Ground Breaking Ceremony for the Sheriff's Office Training Center on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Gun Range in Hutto.  No action was taken on this item.
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Utility Reimbursement Agreement with Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) for utility adjustments on Bagdad Road at CR 278, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct 2.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Utility Reimbursement Agreement with Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) for utility adjustments on Bagdad Road at County Road 278, a Road Bond Project in Precinct #2.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreement for Engineering Services between Williamson County, Texas and Professional Service Industries, Inc. for Construction Material Testing and Inspection services the Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve an Agreement for Engineering Services with Professional Service Industries, Inc. for Construction Material Testing and Inspection services the Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Donation Deed from SEDC DEVCO, Inc. for right of way needed on CR 110 Middle. (Parcel 7M)
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Donation Deed from SEDC DEVCO, Inc. for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road 110 Middle (Parcel 7M).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Drainage Easement from SEDC DEVCO, Inc. for right of way needed on CR 110 Middle. (Parcel 7M)
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Drainage Easement from SEDC DEVCO, Inc. for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road 110 Middle (Parcel 7M).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Donation Deed from SEDC DEVCO, Inc., Jeff O'Jibway, David Stein, Jeremy Kruger, Daniel Thurman and Patrick Shelton for right of way needed on CR 110 Middle. (Parcel 5M)
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Donation Deed from SEDC DEVCO, Inc., Jeff O'Jibway, David Stein, Jeremy Kruger, Daniel Thurman, and Patrick Shelton for Right-of-Way needed on County Road 110 Middle (Parcel 5M).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Drainage Easement from SEDC DEVCO, Inc., Jeff O'Jibway, David Stein, Jeremy Kruger, Daniel Thurman and Patrick Shelton for right of way needed on CR 110 Middle. (Parcel 5M)
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Drainage Easement from SEDC DEVCO, Inc., Jeff O'Jibway, David Stein, Jeremy Kruger, Daniel Thurman, and Patrick Shelton for Right-of-Way needed on County Road 110 Middle (Parcel 5M).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Michael Sladecek, Steven Sladecek, James Sladecek, Susan Sladecek Vecera, Anton C. Sladecek and the Donald P. Sladecek Management Trust for right of way needed on CR 305. (Parcel 2)
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Michael Sladecek, Steven Sladecek, James Sladecek, Susan Sladecek Vecera, Anton C. Sladecek, and the Donald P. Sladecek Management Trust for Right-of-Way needed on County Road 305. (Parcel 2).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Edna W. Schiller, Sharon S. Beran and Boyd Wayne Schiller for right of way needed on CR 101. (Parcel 16)
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Edna W. Schiller, Sharon S. Beran, and Boyd Wayne Schiller for Right-of-Way needed on County Road 101 (Parcel 16).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Charlotte Lyn Davis for right of way needed on CR 101. (Parcel 49)
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Charlotte Lyn Davis for Right-of-Way needed on County Road 101 (Parcel 49).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a change in the title and grade of vacant position number 0177 from Administrative Specialist District Courts, pay grade B.16 to Office Administrator District Courts, pay grade B.22 with an increase in salary from $35,446.17 to $43,488.24.
Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore and General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer and a change in the title and grade of vacant position number 0177 from Administrative Specialist District Courts, pay grade B.16 to Office Administrator District Courts, pay grade B.22; with an increase in salary from $35,446.17 to $43,488.24:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0435-001107 All Dist Cts/Temp Labor $7,500.00
To 0100-0435-001100 All Dist Cts/FT Salaries $6,615.51
To 0100-0435-002020 All Dist Cts/Retirement $884.49

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Constable Precinct #3.
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig and Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Constable Precinct #3:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0553-001105 Const Pct 3/LE Salaries $1,461.07
To 0100-0553-001100 Const Pct 3/FT Salaries $1,461.07

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
50.
To discuss and take appropriate action on resolution to appeal to the Office of Court Administration and Supreme Court on the distribution and sale of County and District Clerks' records by the Office of Court Administration which will result in a reduction of county revenue derived from the sale of copies of court records.
District Clerk Lisa David and County Clerk Nancy Rister addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 

Motion: To support a Resolution to appeal to the Office of Court Administration and Supreme Court on the distribution and sale of County and District Clerks' records by the Office of Court Administration which will result in a reduction of county revenue derived from the sale of copies of court records.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval of Williamson County’s participation in Apple, Inc. Device Enrollment Program (“DEP”) to manage and deploy county-owned Apple-brand devices. Action includes, but is not limited to, approval of Apple’s terms of use and delegation to IT Operations Director to enroll qualifying devices on-line. 
Director of Public Safety Technology Richard Semple addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Williamson County’s participation in Apple, Inc. Device Enrollment Program (“DEP”) to manage and deploy county-owned Apple-brand devices; to include, but is not limited to, Apple’s terms of use and delegation to Information Technology Operations Director to enroll qualifying devices on-line.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding Business Associate Agreement between Williamson County and Superior Health Plan. 
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes and Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Business Associate Agreement with Superior Health Plan.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
53.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the purchasing cooperative interlocal agreement with Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization. 
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Purchasing Cooperative Interlocal Agreement with Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
54.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the new Agreement with Pitney Bowes for a SendPro P Series Postage Machine for the Williamson County District Clerk's Office.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the new Agreement with Pitney Bowes for a SendPro P Series Postage Machine for the District Clerk's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
55.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the new Agreement with Pitney Bowes for a DM400C Postage Machine for the Williamson County Attorney's Office.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the new Agreement with Pitney Bowes for a DM400C Postage Machine for the County Attorney's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
56.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the new Agreement with Pitney Bowes for a SendPro P Series Postage Machine for the Williamson County Clerk's Office.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the new Agreement with Pitney Bowes for a SendPro P Series Postage Machine for the County Clerk's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to ratify the emergency services contract with MTech for the unanticipated necessity to replace, purchase and install a new HVAC unit at the Williamson County Historic Jail Building, currently occupied by the Health District, located at 312 Main Street, Georgetown, TX. 
Director of Facilities Gary Wilson addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To ratify the Emergency Services contract with MTech for the unanticipated necessity to replace, purchase, and install a new Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) unit at the Williamson County Historic Jail Building, currently occupied by the Health District, located at 312 Main Street, Georgetown, Texas.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
58.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for RFP#1612-131,  Payroll Services for Existing and Referred Temporary Labor for the Williamson County Election Administration.
Elections Administrator Chris Davis and Interim Purchasing Agent Kerstin Hancock addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for Request for Proposal (RFP) #1612-131 Payroll Services for Existing and Referred Temporary Labor for the Williamson County Election Administration.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize and award the Professional Services Agreement with PaveTex Engineering and Testing, Inc., for Geotechnical Engineering and Material Testing Services, as needed, under RFQ 1602-057-1 for the Road and Bridge Department. 
 

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

Motion: To authorize and award the Professional Services Agreement with PaveTex Engineering and Testing, Inc. for Geotechnical Engineering and Material Testing Services, as needed; under Request for Quotation (RFQ) #1602-057-1 for the Road and Bridge Department.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
60.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the renewal of Lime Slurry, Contract #1602-054, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing Contract for the term of April 12, 2017 - April 11, 2018, with Austin White Lime Co.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the renewal of Lime Slurry Contract #1602-054 with Austin White Lime Company for the same pricing, terms, and conditions as the existing Contract for a one-year term beginning April 12, 2017 and ending April 11, 2018.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
61.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize and award the Professional Services Agreement with Rodriguez Engineering Laboratories, LLC for Geotechnical Engineering and Material Testing services as needed, under RFQ 1602-057-1 for the Road and Bridge Department. 
 

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

Motion: To authorize and award the Professional Services Agreement with Rodriguez Engineering Laboratories, LLC for Geotechnical Engineering and Material Testing services, as needed, under Request for Qualifications (RFQ) #1602-057-1 for the Road and Bridge Department.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
62.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the purchase and installation of a Mobile Storage System for the Williamson County Warehouse from TAB Products Co., for a total of $92,087.22. (Mobile Storage system purchased per TXMAS contract # 14-7160 in the amount of $43,554.27.)
Senior Director of Technology Services Jay Schade addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the purchase and installation of a Mobile Storage System for the Williamson County Warehouse from TAB Products Company for a total of $92,087.22 (Mobile Storage system purchased per Texas Multiple Award Schedule (TXMAS) contract #14-7160 in the amount of $43,554.27.).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
63.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the National Association of Counties (NACo) Prescription Discount Card Program:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-370500 Miscellaneous Revenue $745.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
64.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the National Association of Counties (NACo) Prescription Discount Card Program:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0630-004921 Co Wide Rx Disc Card Program $745.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
65.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team.
 

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

Motion: To declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-333220 Payments from other Entities $300.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
66.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Mobile Outreach Team.
 

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

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Mobile Outreach Team:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0341-001920 Medical School Stipend $239.13
0100-0341-002010 FICA $18.30
0100-0341-002020 Retirement $30.63
0100-0341-002050 Worker's Comp $11.94

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
67.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on applying to the funding announcement: Texas Conversion to the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS), Second-Round Funding Announcement offered by the Office of the Governor.
County Sheriff Robert Chody addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve applying to the funding announcement: Texas Conversion to the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS), Second-Round Funding Announcement offered by the Office of the Governor.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
68.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding request of Constable Precinct One for approval of Kendrick Bankston to the open deputy constable position in precinct one pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 86.011.
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes and Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Kendrick Bankston to the open Deputy Constable position in Precinct #1, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:51 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2017.
 
69.
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)    Project Fiji
    e)    Leander Medical Center
    f)    Project Monkey
    g)    Kalahari
    h)    St. David's
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
70.
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 Mays St. Extension 
    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: CR 101
    f)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: IH-35 at Ronald Reagan Blvd.
    g)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 111
    h)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for proposed CR 110 project. (All sections)
    i)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: landfill properties
    j)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: Inner Loop.
    k)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
    l)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for DB Wood Rd. (Sneed Loop)
    m)    Discuss the acquisition of real property on CR 305. 
    n)    Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. 
    o)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: Arterial H
    p)    Discuss the acquisition of easements on the Forest North project.
    q)    Discuss potential acquisition of property located at NEC of Toll 130 and Gattis School Rd. 
    r)    Discuss utilities for CR  305 at IH 35 and Reagan at IH35 projects.
    s)     Discuss easement acquisitions from San Gabriel River Ranch Subdivision.
    t)    Discuss options for ingress and egress regarding access to Cedar Hollow Subdivision.
    u)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 258.
    v)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Lakeline Blvd.
    x)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for US 183.

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 possible sale of 183 A excess right of way
    c)    Discuss proposed sale of real estate of Blue Springs Blvd
    d)    Discuss proposed sale of excess right of way on CR 107
    e)    Discuss wastewater easements in Berry Springs Park
    f)    Discuss Development Agreement with Ashby Capital Investments, LLC

C.    Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman. 
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
71.
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.
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) Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011-2013; and 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) Legislative changes to firearms laws and possession of firearms on county property
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) Civil Action No. 1:16-cv-1023 LY, Brian Carrier v. Lt. McKnight, et al., In The United States District Court For The Western District Of Texas, Austin Division
x) Cause No. 1JC-16-1540; Roy Earl Briggs v. Lt. Doug Wheless, In The Justice Court Precinct 1, Williamson County, Texas
y) Civil Action No. 1:16-cv-01185-SS-ML, Jose Refugio Fernandez-Madrid v. Keefe Commissary and the Williamson County Sheriff, In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas – Austin Division
z) Law relating requests for the closure, abandonment or vacation of roadway(s) in the Woodland Park Subdivision.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
72.
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.
 
73.
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 11:25 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2017.
 
74.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
75.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
76.
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.
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) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
s) 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).
t) Discuss requirements related to health benefit plan.
u) 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
v) Civil Action No. 1:16-cv-1023 LY, Brian Carrier v. Lt. McKnight, et al., In The United States District Court For The Western District Of Texas, Austin Division
w) Cause No. 1JC-16-1540; Roy Earl Briggs v. Lt. Doug Wheless, In The Justice Court Precinct 1, Williamson County, Texas
x) Civil Action No. 1:16-cv-01185-SS-ML, Jose Refugio Fernandez-Madrid v. Keefe Commissary and the Williamson County Sheriff, In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas – Austin Division
y) Law relating requests for the closure, abandonment or vacation of roadway(s) in the Woodland Park Subdivision.
No action was taken on this item.
 
77.
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.
 
78.
Comments from Commissioners.
Judge Gattis invited everyone to the Williamson County Livestock Association (WCLA) Livestock Show and Youth Fair in the Expo Center from January 9 - 16, 2017.

Judge Gattis attended the Texas A&M AgriLife Conference and was presented an award for all the good things Williamson County has done to support AgriLife in the city.

Commissioner Covey announced that Rachel had a baby girl in December, so Debra Babcock will now be answering the phones in her office.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:25 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2017.
 
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 17th day of January 2017.


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy