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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
March 7, 2017


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:38 A.M. on TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 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
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the February 28, 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 $4,039,723.01 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:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
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 – 15 )
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0509-004510 Facility Maintenance & Repair $41,481.00
To 0100-0509-003001 Small Tools & Equipment <$5000 $41,481.00

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 from Juvenile Services Department.
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This item was moved from the Consent Agenda to the Regular Agenda. Executive Director of Juvenile Services Scott Mathew and Purchasing Agent Randy Barker addressed the Court.  
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 100-0576-004102 Residential Services $200,000.00
To 100-0576-004100 Professional Services $200,000.00

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
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (39)  Phones, (108) Hanging folders, (275) Manila Folders, (5) File Cabinets, (5) Computer, (5) Keyboards, (3) Servers, (1) White Board, (6) Desk Chairs, (1) Desk, (3) Office Chairs, (2) Printers (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 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (39) Phones, (108) Hanging folders, (275) Manila Folders, (5) File Cabinets, (5) Computer, (5) Keyboards, (3) Servers, (1) White Board, (6) Desk Chairs, (1) Desk, (3) Office Chairs, (2) Printers (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:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through interdepartmental transfer including (1) Wood Desk, (1) Surface Pro with mouse, (1) Docking station and (1) Chair (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 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through interdepartmental transfer including (1) Wood Desk, (1) Surface Pro with mouse, (1) Docking station and (1) Chair (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:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of (1) 2014 Black Chevy Tahoe through insurance claim (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 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of (1) 2014 Black Chevy Tahoe through insurance claim (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:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the retirement from the county inventory of Assets Not Found including (1) Monitor, (7) Computers, (1) Projector, (5) Printers, (1) Shredder, (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 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve authorizing the retirement from the county inventory of Assets Not Found including (1) Monitor, (7) Computers, (1) Projector, (5) Printers, (1) Shredder, (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 regarding request of Constable Precinct One for approval of Byron Totty to the open deputy constable position in precinct one pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 86.011.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Byron Totty 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
 
12.
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 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:
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a bond for Williamson County Treasurer D. Scott Heselmeyer.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a bond for Williamson County Treasurer D. Scott Heselmeyer.

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 approval of the final plat for the Rancho Sienna Section 7 Block F Lot subdivision - Pct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Rancho Sienna Section 7 Block F Lot 42 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:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County Expo Project; Change Order # 20 in the amount of $ 8,473.45 for additional work due to design document omissions and necessary damage repairs, which was executed by Dale Butler pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To accept and approve a report on the Williamson County Expo Project; Change Order #20 in the amount of $8,473.45 for additional work due to design document omissions and necessary damage repairs, which was executed by Dale Butler pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.031.

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
 
16.
Consideration and action with respect to "Order Authorizing the Issuance of Williamson County, Texas Limited Tax Refunding Bonds in One or More Series; Levying an Ad Valorem Tax in Support of the Bonds; Approving the Forms of Paying Agent/Registrar Agreements, the Forms of Purchase Agreements and Escrow Agreements; Establishing the Procedures for Selling and Delivering One or More Series of the Bonds; and Authorizing Other Matters Relating to the Bonds".
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley and Specialized Public Finance Inc. Financial Advisor Dan Wegmiller addressed the Court.  
 

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

Motion: To approve an "Order Authorizing the Issuance of Williamson County, Texas Limited Tax Refunding Bonds in One or More Series; Levying an Ad Valorem Tax in Support of the Bonds; the Forms of Paying Agent/Registrar Agreements, the Forms of Purchase Agreements and Escrow Agreements; Establishing the Procedures for Selling and Delivering One or More Series of the Bonds; and Authorizing Other Matters Relating to the Bonds".

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.
Consideration and action with respect to "Order Authorizing the Issuance of Williamson County, Texas Unlimited Tax Road Bonds in One or More Series; Levying an Ad Valorem Tax in Support of the Bonds; Approving Paying Agent/Registrar Agreements, Official Statements and Purchase Agreements; Establishing the Procedures for Selling and Delivering One or More Series of the Bonds; and Authorizing Other Matters Relating to the Bonds."
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley and Specialized Public Finance Inc. Financial Advisor Dan Wegmiller addressed the Court.  
 

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

Motion: To approve an "Order Authorizing the Issuance of Williamson County, Texas Unlimited Tax Road Bonds in One or More Series; Levying an Ad Valorem Tax in Support of the Bonds; Paying Agent/Registrar Agreements, Official Statements and Purchase Agreements; Establishing the Procedures for Selling and Delivering One or More Series of the Bonds; and Authorizing Other Matters Relating to the Bonds."

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:
 
18.
Presentation to reveal the updated www.wilco.org website. 
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The following persons addressed the Court:
Public Affairs Manager Connie Watson
Web Administrator Benjamin Wassink
Technology Services Director of Enterprise Applications Alison Gleason

No action was taken on this item. 
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on adoption of the Governance for Posting on and Editing Williamson County Websites document. 
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Public Affairs Manager Connie Watson addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To adopt the Governance for Posting on and Editing Williamson County Websites document.

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 the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh invited everyone to the Ground Breaking Ceremony for County Road (CR) 110 on Thursday, March 9, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Crosswalk Church, 8650 CR 110, Round Rock, Texas 78665.  No action was taken on this item. 
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a contract for Corridor E1 between Williamson County and Brown & Gay, Engineers, Inc. relating to the LTP Corridor Study.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a contract for Corridor E1 between Williamson County and Brown & Gay, Engineers, Inc. relating to the Long Range Transportation Plan (LTP) Corridor Study.

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 contract for Corridor F between Williamson County and CP&Y, Inc. relating to the LTP Corridor Study. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a contract for Corridor F between Williamson County and CP&Y, Inc. relating to the Long Range Transportation Plan (LTP) Corridor Study.

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 a contract for Corridor A1 between Williamson County and Kennedy Consulting, Inc. relating to the LTP Corridor Study. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a contract for Corridor A1 between Williamson County and Kennedy Consulting, Inc. relating to the Long Range Transportation Plan (LTP) Corridor Study.

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:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a contract for Corridor C between Williamson County and Atkins North America, Inc. relating to the LTP Corridor Study. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a contract for Corridor C between Williamson County and Atkins North America, Inc. relating to the Long Range Transportation Plan (LTP) Corridor Study.

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:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a contract for Corridor H between Williamson County and K Friese & Associates, Inc. relating to the LTP Corridor Study. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a contract for Corridor H between Williamson County and K Friese & Associates, Inc. relating to the Long Range Transportation Plan (LTP) Corridor Study.

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 an Amendment to Development Agreement regarding Detention Pond with Gardens at Mayfield, LLC.
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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 Amendment to Development Agreement regarding Detention Pond with Gardens at Mayfield, LLC.

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 on a Letter Agreement with Austin White Lime for a Pearson Ranch Rd. Drainage Easement. 
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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 Letter Agreement with Austin White Lime for a Pearson Ranch Road Drainage Easement.

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 an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Jarrell, Texas regarding the Sharing of Costs to Design and Construct Certain Sections of Ronald Reagan Blvd and CR 305. 
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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 Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Jarrell, Texas regarding the Sharing of Costs to Design and Construct Certain Sections of Ronald Reagan Boulevard and County Road (CR) 305.

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.
10:00 Conduct public hearing relating to a request from the District Attorney's Office to increase the budgeted salary amount for the position of Intake Division Chief, Position #1789 , in the District Attorney's Office and discuss (1) the reason for the payment in excess of the budgeted amount is being offered to the employee, including the public purpose that will be served by making the excess payment; and (2) the exact amount of the excess payment, the sources of the payment, and the terms for distribution of the payment that effect and maintain the public purpose to be served by making the excess payment.
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This Public Hearing was pulled from the Agenda.
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a request by the District Attorney's Office to increase the budgeted salary amount for the position of Intake Division Chief, position # 1789, in the District Attorney's Office from the budgeted annual salary amount of $93,505.10 to the increased salary amount of $100,831.12. 
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District Attorney Shawn Dick addressed the Court.  This item was pulled from the Agenda. 
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a new position request (Discovery Clerk) for the District Attorney's Office.
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District Attorney Shawn Dick and Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a temporary position (Discovery Clerk) for the District Attorney's Office from unallocated funds.

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 a request to move District Attorney Law Enforcement Unallocated to the Overtime Line to facilitate overtime for the investigators to work a backlog of cases/files.
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District Attorney Shawn Dick addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a request to move District Attorney Law Enforcement Unallocated to the Overtime Line to facilitate overtime for the investigators to work a backlog of cases/files until the funds are exhausted; not to continue beyond the end of this budget year.

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.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a request from the District Attorney to increase the annual salary on three new positions.
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The following persons addressed the Court:
District Attorney Shawn Dick
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig
Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore

No action was taken on this item.
 
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED AT 11:51 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2017.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED AT 12:03 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2017.
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on appointing a member of the Commissioners' Court to serve as a representative on the Capital Area Rural Transportation System Board.
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No action was taken on this item.
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Barbara G. Keese to Place 5 of the Emergency Services District (ESD) #11 Board of Directors to complete a two year term that began on January 1, 2015 and ending on December 31, 2018.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To appoint Barbara G. Keese to Place 5 of the Emergency Services District (ESD) #11 Board of Directors to complete a two-year term that began on January 1, 2015 and ending on December 31, 2018; with a correction to the term beginning date from January 1, 2015 to January 1, 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:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving two new grant funded part-time Court Coordinators to service the Veterans Court and DWI Court.
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County Court at Law #2 Judge Laura Barker addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve two (2) new grant funded part-time Court Coordinators created from one existing full-time position to service the Veterans Court and Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) Court.

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:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Second Amendment to Interlocal Agreement Between Williamson County, Texas and Bluebonnet Trails Community MHMR Center Regarding the Healthcarelink Project, which extends the term of the agreement until December 31, 2017.
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Director of Mobile Outreach Team Annie Burwell addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Second Amendment to Interlocal Agreement Between Williamson County, Texas and Bluebonnet Trails Community Mental Health Mental Retardation (MHMR) Center Regarding the Healthcarelink Project, which extends the term of the agreement until 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:
 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a process for citizen appointments made by the Williamson County Commissioners Court.
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No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the acceptance of a grant provided through the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for the Williamson County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC), administered by the Office of Emergency Management, in the amount of $84,388.23. The grant funds a 12 month position to analyze and plan for chemical emergencies and software to analyze threats and risk.
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Director of Emergency Management Jarred Thomas addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the acceptance of a grant provided through the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for the Williamson County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC), administered by the Office of Emergency Management, in the amount of $84,388.23. The grant funds a 12-Month position to analyze and plan for chemical emergencies and software to analyze threats and risks.

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:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and approve the Motorola, no-cost change order, as it relates to the open project for the Williamson County IP Simulcast Conversion and Granger simulcast completion.
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Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the Motorola, no-cost change order, as it relates to the open project for the Williamson County Internet Protocol (IP) Simulcast Conversion and Granger simulcast completion.

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:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and approve the adoption of Georgetown Independent School District as an RCS Associate customer under the County radio system.
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Director of Wireless Communications and Radio Communications Systems Catherine Roberts addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To adopt the Georgetown Independent School District as a Radio Communications System (RCS) Associate customer under the County radio system.

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 authorizing Supplemental Agreement No 6 with BLGY, North Campus Project,  for additional necessary services to renovate the existing vehicle impound building in the amount of $33,012.34, under 15RFQ102.
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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 authorize Supplemental Agreement No 6 with BLGY, North Campus Project, for additional necessary services to renovate the existing vehicle impound building in the amount of $33,012.34, under 15RFQ102.

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 authorizing the renewal of Asphalt Emulsions, Contract #15IFB111, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing Contract for the term of April 4, 2014 – October 13, 2017, with Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To authorize the renewal of Asphalt Emulsions, Contract #15IFB111, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing Contract for a term that began April 4, 2014 and ending October 13, 2017, with Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc.

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 to authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals on RFP 1701-139, for renovations to 355 Texas Avenue facility.
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Director of Facilities Gary Wilson addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals on Request for Proposal (RFP) 1701-139, for renovations to 355 Texas Avenue facility.

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 authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for FY17 Cul-De-Sac Fog Seal under IFB1702-147 for Road and Bridge Department.  
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The following persons addressed the Court:
Deputy Purchasing Agent Kerstin Hancock
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh
Purchasing Agent Randy Barker
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes
 
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for Fiscal Year (FY) 2017 Cul-De-Sac Fog Seal under Invitation for Bid (IFB) 1702-147 for 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
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding the contract with Halff Associates for professional services for the design and development of Phase II,  RV Park at the Expo Center in Taylor, Texas.   RFQ 1611-128   
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To award the contract with Halff Associates for professional services for the design and development of Phase II, Recreational Vehicle (RV) Park at the Expo Center in Taylor, Texas under Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 1611-128.

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 authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for RFP 1702-144,  Third-Party-Administrator for Self-Funded or Fully Insured Benefits for Medical, Dental & Vision Programs to include PPO, POS, and ACO Network options; Biometric/Wellness Program Management; Prescription Drug Card Services - retail card and mail order; Pre-certification/Large Case Management; Disease Management/Diabetic Plan Management; Section 125 Claims Administration.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for Request for Proposal (RFP) 1702-144, Third-Party-Administrator for Self-Funded or Fully Insured Benefits for Medical, Dental & Vision Programs to include Preferred Provider Organization (PPO), Point of Service Plan (POS), and Accountable Care Organization (ACO) Network options; Biometric/Wellness Program Management; Prescription Drug Card Services - retail card and mail order; Pre-certification/Large Case Management; Disease Management/Diabetic Plan Management; Section 125 Claims 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:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive qualifications from firms to provide architectural, engineering, design and construction administration services for the proposed Williamson County Juvenile Justice Center Expansion. RFQ 1702-146.
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Executive Director of Juvenile Services Scott Matthew and Purchasing Agent Randy Barker addressed the Court.  
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive qualifications from firms to provide architectural, engineering, design and construction administration services for the proposed Williamson County Juvenile Justice Center Expansion under Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 1702-146.

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:
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on rejecting proposals received from RFP 1701-135 for roof improvements to the Jail and Justice Center.  Approval to advertise was granted by the Court on January 24, 2017, Item No. 38. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To reject proposals received from Request for Proposal (RFP) 1701-135 for roof improvements to the Jail and Justice Center. Approval to advertise was granted by the Court on January 24, 2017, Item # 38.

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.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Services Contract between Ti Training LE, LLC and Williamson County Sheriff's Office for the Training and Equipment Regarding the Use of Force Simulator, not to exceed the amount of $30,750.00.
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Purchasing Agent Randy Barker addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Services Contract between Ti Training LE, LLC and Williamson County Sheriff's Office for the Training and Equipment Regarding the Use of Force Simulator, not to exceed the amount of $30,750.00.

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
Attachments:
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving  Safenet KeySecure Statement of Work for Williamson County for installation consulting services of 12 ProtectFile licenses for a fixed price.
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Director of Public Safety Technology Richard Semple addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Safenet KeySecure Statement of Work for Williamson County for installation consulting services of 12 ProtectFile licenses per server for a fixed price.

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:
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the County Sheriff:
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the County Sheriff:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-364100 Insurance Reimbursements $18,150.00

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
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional expenditures for the County Sheriff:
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional expenditures for the County Sheriff:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0560-005700 Vehicles > $5,000 $18,150.00

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
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 1:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2017.
 
54.
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.
 
 
55.
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 a drainage easement for Pearson Ranch Rd.
    r)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Hairy Man Rd. 
    s)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW Bypass.
    
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. 
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
 
56.
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) Civil Action No. Case 1:17-cv-00068; Dennis Farmer & Linda Schlueter v. Williamson County and Deputy Damon Grant; In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
 
57.
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.
 
 
58.
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 1:33 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2017.
 
59.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
60.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
61.
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) Civil Action No. Case 1:17-cv-00068; Dennis Farmer & Linda Schlueter v. Williamson County and Deputy Damon Grant; In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
No action was taken on this item.
 
62.
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.
 
63.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 1:33 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 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 March, 2017.


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

By: Brandy Cox, Deputy