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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
May 9, 2017


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:34 A.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 9, 2017, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • 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
Absent:
  • County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Others Present:
  • 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 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the May 2, 2017 meeting.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.
No action was taken on this item.
 
3.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $3,985,163.41 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:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
4.
Citizen comments.
Stacy Smith of Georgetown addressed the Court.  
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. (Items 5 – 19)
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action for Line Item Transfer for Ag Extension Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Ag Extension Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0665-004231 Travel $1,500.00
To 0100-0665-004221 Livestock $1,500.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a line item transfer for JP3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace Precinct #3:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0453-004190 Autopsies, Medical Inquests $515.00
To 0100-0453-004133 Juv Cases-Court Appointed Attorney $515.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Hazardous Materials department.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Hazardous Materials Department:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
To: 0100-0542-004232 Conference/Training/Seminars $2,400.00
From: 0100-0542-004718 Pre-employment Physicals $2,400.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
 
8.
Discuss,consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Magistrate.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Magistrate:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0477-003900 Membership Dues $1,500.00
To 0100-0477-004210 Internet $1,500.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Fleet Services.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0882-0882-003301 Gasoline $60,000.00
To 0882-0882-003524 Sublets $60,000.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line transfer for Road and Bridge Division.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-003599 Road Construction/Maintenance $300,000.00
To 0200-0210-004100 Professional Services $300,000.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the District Attorney's office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the District Attorney's office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0440-005758 Law Books >$5,000.00 $4,000.00
To 0100-0440-003900 Membership Dues $4,000.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
 
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 4 Larry Madsen 
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:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (13) Thermal Printers, (3) Boxes of misc. cables, (13) Battery Charges, (12) Auto Adapters, (2) Printers, (13) Mobile computers, (2) Projector screens, (1) Dell power connect switch, (2) Dell servers, (1) Equallogic SAN's, (4) Sets of Rails, (1) Spam Filter, (10) Desktops, (2) APC back-ups, (1) Server rack, (1) Rack console, (2) Switch's, (2) Power connect's, (2) Cisco Catalyst, (1) Drobo Storage model, (3) Monitors, (2) 4 drawer file cabinet, (1) Sharp viewcam, (1) Polaroid, (4) Keyboards, (1) Typewriter, (6) Mouse, (2) Docking stations, (5) Laptop batteries, (1) Laptop, (1) Desk shell, (1) Phone and (1) 2005 928G Caterpillar Wheel Loader (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (13) thermal printers, (3) boxes of miscellaneous cables, (13) battery charges, (12) auto adapters, (2) printers, (13) mobile computers, (2) projector screens, (1) Dell power connect switch, (2) Dell servers, (1) Equallogic SANs, (4) sets of rails, (1) spam filter, (10) desktops, (2) APC back-ups, (1) server rack, (1) rack console, (2) switchs, (2) power connects, (2) Cisco Catalyst, (1) Drobo storage model, (3) monitors, (2) four (4) drawer file cabinet, (1) Sharp viewcam, (1) Polaroid, (4) keyboards, (1) typewriter, (6) mouse, (2) docking stations, (5) laptop batteries, (1) laptop, (1) desk shell, (1) phone and (1) 2005 928G Caterpillar Wheel Loader (see attached lists) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including, (1) Cardboard baler, (1) Propane tank, (1) Pallet truck (see attached list) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including, (1) cardboard baler, (1) propane tank, (1) pallet truck (see attached list) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the MOU and Standard Agreement with Paloma Lake Municipal Utility District No. 1 regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Standard Agreement with Paloma Lake Municipal Utility District No. 1 regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Walsh subdivision - Pct 1.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Walsh subdivision - Precinct #1.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the revised plat for the Star Ranch Section 4
Block A Subdivision - Pct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the revised plat for the Star Ranch Section 4 Block A Subdivision - Precinct #4.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the revised preliminary plat for the Rancho Sienna Section 19 subdivision - Pct 3.
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This item was pulled for the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the revised plat for Block B Lots 1 & 2 of the the Business Park at Brushy Creek Sec 1 subdivision - Pct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the revised plat for Block B Lots 1 and 2 of the Business Park at Brushy Creek Section 1 subdivision - Precinct #4.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Proclamation for National Preservation Month 2017.
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Williamson Museum Executive Director Mickie Ross addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To proclaim the month of May National Preservation Month 2017.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on resolution recognizing May 8-13, 2017, as "Economic Development Week" and hear presentation on Williamson County Economic Development Partnership. 
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President of the Williamson County Economic Development Partnership Ben White and Public Affairs Manager Connie Watson addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a resolution recognizing May 8-13, 2017 as "Economic Development Week".

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
22.
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. 
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a contract for Great Oaks Bridge at Brushy Creek between Williamson County and P.E. Structural Consultants, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a contract for Great Oaks Bridge at Brushy Creek between Williamson County and P.E. Structural Consultants, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 4 to the GT Inner Loop @ WilCo Central Maintenance project between Williamson County and Bridgefarmer & Associates, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 4 to the Georgetown Inner Loop at Williamson County Central Maintenance project between Williamson County and Bridgefarmer & Associates, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Change Order No. 2, to contract number IFB 1607-101, in the amount of $49,478.64 for the Milling and Overlay for Ronald Reagan Blvd Phase I and Phase II.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 2, to contract number Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1607-101, in the amount of $49,478.64 for the Milling and Overlay for Ronald Reagan Boulevard Phase I and Phase II.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding a Resolution approving Newark higher Education Finance Corporation Education Revenue bonds, Series 2017 (Orenda Education) for the benefit of Orenda Education in compliance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code (Note: The bonds are not a liability of Williamson Count).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Resolution approving Newark higher Education Finance Corporation Education Revenue bonds, Series 2017 (Orenda Education) for the benefit of Orenda Education in compliance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving service contract with ATS Engineers, Inspectors and Surveyors to provide building inspections for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Training Center project and authorize the County Judge to sign.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a service contract with ATS Engineers, Inspectors and Surveyors to provide building inspections for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Training Center project and to authorize the acting County Judge to sign.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on rejecting bids received for IFB 1703-151, Sale of Ridgmar Landing Property.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To reject bids received for Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1703-151, Sale of Ridgmar Landing Property.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take any necessary action to approve termination of custodial services contract (BuyBoard # 472-14) with Eagle Maintenance Co. Inc. d/b/a Service Master Clean and authorize County Judge to sign 30-day notice letter of termination.
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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 terminate the custodial services contract (BuyBoard # 472-14) with Eagle Maintenance Co. Inc. d/b/a Service Master Clean and to authorize acting County Judge to sign 30-day notice letter of termination.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving agreement between Williamson County and McLemore Building Maintenance, Inc for Custodial Services pursuant to TIPS contract # 02052215.
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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 an agreement between Williamson County and McLemore Building Maintenance, Inc for Custodial Services pursuant to The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) contract # 02052215.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB 1704-154, Aggregates for Surface Treatments, to the only bidder Vulcan Materials, for Item # 4 only, and authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Aggregates for Surface Treatments (Items 1-3) under IFB 1705-163.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1704-154, Aggregates for Surface Treatments, to the only bidder Vulcan Materials, for Item #4 only, and to authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Aggregates for Surface Treatments (Items 1-3) under IFB #1705-163.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for CR 384 Low Water Crossing at Donahoe Creek under IFB # 1704-162.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for County Road (CR) 384 Low Water Crossing at Donahoe Creek under Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1704-162.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:19 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 9, 2017.
 
33.
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
    e)    Mega Site
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
34.
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 CR Lakeline Blvd. 
    q)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for US 183.
    r)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Hairy Man Rd. 
    s)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW Bypass.
    t)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Crossroad Acres.
    u)    Discuss proposed acquisition of real property on CR 138. 
    v)    Discuss proposed acquisition of real property at Highland Springs Lane. 

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.  
    i)    Discuss the improvements 175 CR 138 (Giesen tract).

C.    Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman. 
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
35.
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) SOAH Docket No. 473-16-4342; PUC Docket No. 45866 –Application of LCRA Transmission Services Corporation to Amend its Certificate of Convenience and Necessity for the Proposed Leander to Round Rock 138-KV Transmission Line Project
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.
 
36.
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.
 
37.
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 1:05 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 9, 2017.
 
38.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
39.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
40.
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) SOAH Docket No. 473-16-4342; PUC Docket No. 45866 –Application of LCRA Transmission Services Corporation to Amend its Certificate of Convenience and Necessity for the Proposed Leander to Round Rock 138-KV Transmission Line Project
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. 
 
41.
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.
 
42.
Comments from Commissioners.
Commissioner Cook congratulated Commissioner Covey and Commissioner Long for being two of the four nominees for Women's Transportation Seminar (WTS) International's Woman of the Year in Transportation award.
 
43.
1:00 PM Hear from departments regarding FY 18 budget requests.
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The following persons addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh
Emergency Medical Services Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Manager Marty Herrin
Elections Administrator Chris Davis
Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein
Williamson Museum Executive Director Mickie Ross
Director of Emergency Management Jarred Thomas
Senior Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell
Director of Public Safety Technology Richard Semple
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COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 2:46 P.M.ON TUESDAY, MAY 9, 2017.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 16th day of May, 2017.


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

By: Brandy Cox, Deputy