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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
FEBRUARY 14, 2017



STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:37 A.M. on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 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
  • Brandy Cox, Deputy County Clerk
  • Carolyn Deibler, Deputy County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the February 7, 2017 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 Manager 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 $67,817,308.67 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
Attachments:
 
4.
Citizen comments.
The following persons addressed the Court:
Barry Chamberlin of Georgetown
Mary Ann Melton of Hutto
Winn Wilmoth of Georgetown
Al Fischer of Georgetown
Larry Hehman of Georgetown
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 
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 – 13 )
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Sheriff's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Sheriff's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0560-001105 SO/LE Salary $48,188.39
To 0100-0560-001100 SO/Salary $48,188.39

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 Road and Bridge Division.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005711 Heavy Equipment > $5,000.00 $902.70
To 0200-0210-004419 Property Insurance $902.70

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:
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) Printer, (2) Calculators, (2) Desks, (1) Cassette recorder, (1) TV, (1) Computer, (2) VCR's, (1) Entertainment Center, (1) Monitor stand, (7) Chairs, (1) Easel Stand, (1) Loveseat, (2) Power strips, Boxes of Misc. cords, (1) table, (1) Desktop, (1) Monitor holder, (2) Docking stations, (3) Keyboards, (3) Mice, (1) Credit card swiper, (2) Cash trays, (1) Cabinet, (1) 2009 Silver Ford Escape and (1) 2008 Silver Chevy Malibu (see attached list) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (1) Printer, (2) Calculators, (2) Desks, (1) Cassette recorder, (1) TV, (1) Computer, (2) VCR's, (1) Entertainment Center, (1) Monitor stand, (7) Chairs, (1) Easel Stand, (1) Loveseat, (2) Power strips, Boxes of Misc. cords, (1) table, (1) Desktop, (1) Monitor holder, (2) Docking stations, (3) Keyboards, (3) Mice, (1) Credit card swiper, (2) Cash trays, (1) Cabinet, (1) 2009 Silver Ford Escape and (1) 2008 Silver Chevy Malibu (see attached list); pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 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:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of (1) Guest Chair through destruction, (see attached list),  pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of (1) Guest Chair through destruction (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:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through Inter-departmental transfer including (1) Refrigerator and (1) Printer, (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through Inter-departmental transfer, including (1) Refrigerator and (1) Printer (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:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the retirement from the county inventory of assets not found including, (1) Dell Latitude D620, (1) Latitude E6500 laptop, (1) Dell Latitude E6510 Notebook,(1) Dell Optiplex GX280, (1) Dell Latitude D810, (1) Dell Dimension T700, (2) Dell Inspiron's 8600, and (1) Dell Optiplex 740 (see attached lists) per the recommendation of the County Auditor's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the retirement from the County inventory of assets not found including, (1) Dell Latitude D620, (1) Latitude E6500 laptop, (1) Dell Latitude E6510 Notebook,(1) Dell Optiplex GX280, (1) Dell Latitude D810, (1) Dell Dimension T700, (2) Dell Inspiron's 8600, and (1) Dell Optiplex 740 (see attached lists); per the recommendation of the County Auditor'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
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on noting in the minutes the County Investment Academy Certificate of Achievement certifying that Commissioner Valerie Covey is a member for 2016 and has completed 20 hours of investment education that satisfies Section 2256.008 of the Texas Public Funds Investment Act.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve noting in the Minutes the County Investment Academy Certificate of Achievement certifying that Commissioner Valerie Covey is a member for 2016 and has completed 20 hours of investment education that satisfies Section 2256.008 of the Texas Public Funds Investment Act.

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:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the appointment of Williamson County Sheriff's Office Animal Control Supervisor, Tabitha Blewett to be designated as the Local Rabies Control Authority (LRCA) for the purposes of the Rabies Control Act of 1981.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve authorizing the appointment of Williamson County Sheriff's Office Animal Control Supervisor Tabitha Blewett to be designated as the Local Rabies Control Authority (LRCA) for the purposes of the Rabies Control Act of 1981.

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:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve compensation changes, position titles changes, and position grade changes.

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:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on proclamation recognizing the 160th anniversary of Leander Presbyterian Church.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve Proclamation recognizing the 160th anniversary of Leander Presbyterian Church.

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, consider and take appropriate action on an appointment of R. Lynn Lantrip to the Solid Waste Advisory Committee.
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No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Jeffery M. Roemer to the ESD #4 Board of Directors, replacing Sandra Taylor for the remainder of a two year term that began on January 1, 2016 and will end on December 31, 2017.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To appoint Jeffery M. Roemer to the Emergency Service District (ESD) #4 Board of Directors, replacing Sandra Taylor for the remainder of a two-year term that began on January 1, 2016 and will end on 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
Attachments:
 
17.
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.
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Lorena Sandoval for right of way needed on CR 111 (Parcel 28).
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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 Real Estate Contract with Lorena Sandoval for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 111 (Parcel 28).

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:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Kevin Andrews for ROW needed on CR 305. (PARCEL 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 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Kevin Andrews for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 305. (PARCEL 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
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Letter Agreement with Robert & Melissa Tyrone for a drainage easement needed on the Forest North Drainage Improvements project. (9306 Meadowheath Dr)
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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 Letter Agreement with Robert & Melissa Tyrone for a drainage easement needed on the Forest North Drainage Improvements project. (9306 Meadowheath Drive)

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 a Real Estate Contract with Wilson Family Communities, Inc and Green Builders, Inc regarding 8 tracts of land to be granted to Williamson County and the Williamson County Conservation Foundation. 
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Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Wilson Family Communities, Inc. and Green Builders, Inc. regarding eight (8) tracts of land to be granted to Williamson County and the Williamson County Conservation Foundation.

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:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Mark Kaiser and Grant Kaiser for ROW needed on CR 110 South. (Parcel 1S)
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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 Real Estate Contract with Mark Kaiser and Grant Kaiser for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 110 South. (Parcel 1S)

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:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an appointment of a Williamson County Commissioners Court member to the CARTS Board of Directors.
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No action was taken on this item.
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an appointment of an Elected Official to the Capital Area Regional Transportation Planning Organization.
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No action was taken on this item.
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Property Damage Release between Williamson County, Averitt Express, Inc. and Jaime Simental in the amount of $19,370.80 payable to Williamson County for settlement of a property damage claim regarding a jail dock door at the Williamson County Jail.
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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 Property Damage Release between Williamson County, Averitt Express, Inc., and Jaime Simental in the amount of $19,370.80; payable to Williamson County for settlement of a property damage claim regarding a jail dock door at the Williamson County Jail.

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:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding the IFB 1611-130, to Austin Materials. This Company that submitted the lowest and overall best value to the County for the resurfacing project on University Blvd. 
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Director of Public Safety Technology Richard Semple addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To award the Invitation for Bid (IFB) 1611-130 to the lowest and overall best value to the County for the resurfacing project on University Boulevard - Austin Materials.

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:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for the renovations to the Justice Center under RFQ 1701-136.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for the renovations to the Justice Center under RFQ 1701-136; with the change from RFQ to Request for Proposal (RFP) 1701-136.

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:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for the purchase of road sign materials, delineators, object markers and traffic control devices under IFB 1702-140.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for the purchase of road sign materials, delineators, object markers, and traffic control devices under Invitation for Bid (IFB) 1702-140.

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:
 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for IFB # 1702-141 Clinic Supplies for Williamson County Animal Shelter.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1702-141 Clinic Supplies for Williamson County Animal Shelter.

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:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the approval of Change Order on the Network Switches Quote on CO-OP DIR-TSO-2542, with Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC, for $122,028.80 - $752.80 less than the original quote due to incorrect items being shipped.
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve Change Order on the Network Switches Quote on CO-OP DIR-TSO-2542, with Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC, in the amount of $122,028.80; which is $752.80 less than the original quote due to incorrect items being shipped.

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:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the renewal of Public Involvement, Contract #1602-055, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing Contract for the term of May 27, 2017 – May 26, 2018, with Buie & Co.
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize the renewal of Public Involvement, Contract #1602-055, for the same pricing, terms, and conditions as the existing Contract for the term of May 27, 2017 – May 26, 2018, with Buie & Co.

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.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Agreement between Williamson County and I-Plow.Com, LLC for Government Collections and Compliance Professional Services for Williamson County Justice Of The Peace, Precinct One in the amount of $5,650 annually.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve Agreement with I-Plow.Com, LLC for Government Collections and Compliance Professional Services for Williamson County Justice of the Peace Precinct #1 in the amount of $5,650.00 annually.

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:
 
33.
Hear update and discuss bills filed during the 85th Texas Legislative Session.
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No action was taken on this item.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:27 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2017.
 
34.
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 Columbus Balbo
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
35.
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 the acquisition of real property for right-of-way for Mays St. Extension 
    b)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop. 
    c)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 176 at RM 2243
    d)    Discuss the acquisition of real property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
    e)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 101
    f)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 111
    g)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 278 at Bagdad Rd.
    h)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for proposed CR 110 project. (All sections)
    i)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
    j)    Discuss the acquisition of real property on CR 305. 
    k)    Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. 
    l)    Discuss acquisition of property located at NEC of Toll 130 and Gattis School Rd. 
    m)    Discuss the acquisition of a drainage easement for CR 108.
    n)     Discuss easement acquisitions from San Gabriel River Ranch Subdivision.
    o)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 258.
    p)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Lakeline Blvd.
    q)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for US 183.
    r)      Discuss options for ingress and egress regarding access to Cedar Hollow Subdivision.
    s)     Discuss the acquisition of drainage easements for the Forest North Drainage Improvement Project.
    t)     Discuss the Real Estate Contract with Wilson Family Communities, Inc and Green Builders, Inc.

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 transfer  of right of way for Westinghouse Rd. to the City of Georgetown.
    e)    Discuss wastewater easements in Berry Springs Park
    f)    Discuss Development Agreement with Ashby Capital Investments, LLC
    g)    Discuss sale of County property on Ronald Reagan Blvd.
    h)    Discuss abandonment of County property on CR 123.
 
C.    Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman. 
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
36.
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.
aa) Right of Entry and Wastewater Easement(s) in the Berry Springs Park and Preserve Tract
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
37.
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.
 
38.
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 11:41 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2017.
 
39.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
40.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
41.
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) 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.
z) Right of Entry and Wastewater Easement(s) in the Berry Springs Park and Preserve Tract
No action was taken on this item.
 
42.
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.
 
43.
Comments from Commissioners.
Judge Gattis lifted the burn ban effective Tuesday, February 14, 2017 due to the rain and the prediction for rain throughout this week.  The burn ban will need to be back on Commissioners' Court next week for the Court to ratify, if they so desire.

Commissioner Covey announced an open house on Thursday, February 23, 2017, from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the First Baptist Church of Georgetown, located at 1333 West University Avenue in Georgetown, to learn about proposed improvements to the intersection of State Highway (SH) 29 at D.B. Wood Road in Georgetown, Texas. 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:43 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2017.
 
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 21st day of February 2017.


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

By: Brandy Cox, Deputy