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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
May 16, 2017


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:36 A.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 16, 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 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the May 9, 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 $2,720,586.05 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; this amount excludes the following items on the computer printout: Feed Store invoice #36777 in the amount of $50.44, Feed Store invoice #36798 in the amount of $94.71, Premier Animal Hospital invoice #2847225 in the amount of $138.58, and Premier Animal Hospital invoice #284916 in the amount of $409.08.

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
Gilbert Angelle of Angelle Barrel Productions, Inc.
Sheriff Robert Chody
 
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 – 28)
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line transfer for Road and Bridge Division.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005700 Vehicles > $5,000.00 $5,000.00
To 0200-0210-003110 Other Supplies $5,000.00

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
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on line item transfers for the Parks Department.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the Parks Department:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0510-004310 Advertising and Legal Notices $ 4,000.00
From 0100-0510-003115 Computer Supplies $550.00
From 0100-0510-004621 Copier Rental and Supplies $675.00
From 0100-0510-004350 Printed Materials and Binding $800.00
From 0100-0510-004505 Software Maintenance $1,440.00
From 0100-0510-004964 Showbarn Maintenance $2,000.00
From 0100-0510-004620 Furniture and Equipment Rental $5,000.00
To 0100-0510-004541 Vehicle Repair and Maintenance $14,465.00

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
 
9.
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 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

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:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, April 2017 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct #4 April 2017 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure Section 103.005.

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 authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) HP Officejet color printer, (16) Pallets of fluorescent lighting, (2) Desks, (1) Storage unit, (2) Chairs (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) HP Officejet color printer, (16) pallets of fluorescent lighting, (2) desks, (1) storage unit, (2) chairs (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:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreements regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies with:

a. T. G. Mercer Consulting Services, Inc. (Traffic control on Hwy 29 at Old Castle Materials in Liberty Hill)
b. Orenda Education (Security/Traffic control of campus at Gateway College Prep) 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreements regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies with:
a. T. G. Mercer Consulting Services, Inc. (Traffic control on Highway 29 at Old Castle Materials in Liberty Hill)
b. Orenda Education (Security/Traffic control of campus at Gateway College Prep)

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.
Acknowledge and consent to appointment of John Hesser, Councilman for City of Georgetown, to the Williamson County Conservation Foundation board to fill an unexpired term ending in 2018.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve and acknowledge the appointment of City of Georgetown Councilman John Hesser to the Williamson County Conservation Foundation board to fill an unexpired term ending in 2018.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
14.
Acknowledge and consent to appointments to the Williamson County Conservation Foundation Board of Directors for the terms ending April 2019 and recognize the election of officers for the term ending April 2018.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve and acknowledge appointments to the Williamson County Conservation Foundation Board of Directors for the terms ending April 2019 and to recognize the election of officers for the term ending April 2018.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of April 2017 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of April 2017 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

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:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of April 2017 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve property tax collections for the month of April 2017 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

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.
Approve, consider and take appropriate action to approve the TexPool Resolutions Amending Authorized Representatives fro the Tax Assessor/Collector's office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the TexPool Resolutions Amending Authorized Representatives for the Tax Assessor/Collector'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:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on TWC Data Exchange Request and Safeguard Plan for Williamson County Constable Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Data Exchange Request and Safeguard Plan for Williamson County Constable Precinct #2.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a defunding modification to the Intergovernmental Services Agreement between Williamson County and US Immigration and Customs Enforcement relating the T. Don Hutto Residential Facility in relation to funding of a medical trailer installation project. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a defunding modification to the Intergovernmental Services Agreement between Williamson County and United States (US) Immigration and Customs Enforcement relating to the T. Don Hutto Residential Facility in relation to funding of a medical trailer installation project.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a modification to the Intergovernmental Services Agreement between Williamson County and US Immigration and Customs Enforcement in relation to installation and use of the ICE Detainee Telephone System at the T. Don Hutto Residential Facility.  
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a modification to the Intergovernmental Services Agreement between Williamson County and United States (US) Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in relation to installation and use of the ICE Detainee Telephone System at the T. Don Hutto Residential 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:
 
21.
Receive and acknowledge Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Prime Strategies, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 16, 2017 to provide engineering management services required for the Williamson County Long Range Transportation Plan (L TP) Corridor Program including manage design consultants, agency reviews and approval, construction lettings, and budget/contract control.
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This item was moved to the Regular Agenda.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Prime Strategies, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 16, 2017 to provide engineering management services required for the Williamson County Long Range Transportation Plan (LTP) Corridor Program including manage design consultants, agency reviews and approval, construction lettings, and budget/contract control.

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 any necessary action regarding Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Kleinfelder Inc and Williamson County, dated February 23, 2017, for On-Call Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing for Williamson County Road and Bridge, and authorize County Judge to sign on behalf of Williamson County.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Kleinfelder, Inc and Williamson County dated February 23, 2017 for On-Call Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing for Williamson County Road and Bridge, and to authorize County Judge to sign on behalf of Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action regarding Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Balcones Geotechnical PLLC and Williamson County dated December 3, 2015 for Geotechnical Engineering Services for Williamson County Georgetown Annex. This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to October 25, 2018 only. The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Balcones Geotechnical PLLC and Williamson County dated December 3, 2015 for Geotechnical Engineering Services for Williamson County Georgetown Annex; extending the expiration date to October 25, 2018 only.

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 approval of the final plat of Wm. J. Turner Subdivision - Pct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the final plat of Wm. J. Turner 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:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Sunset Meadows subdivision - Pct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Sunset Meadows subdivision - Precinct #4.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the L & D Acres subdivision - Pct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the L & D Acres 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:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Scott & White at Rancho Sienna subdivision - Pct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Scott & White at Rancho Sienna 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:
 
28.
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 from the Agenda.
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REGULAR AGENDA
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution honoring City of Taylor Mayor Jesse Ancira, Jr.
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Mayor of Taylor Jesse Ancira, Jr. addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a resolution honoring City of Taylor Mayor Jesse Ancira, Jr.

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:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 9:48 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2017.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:17 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2017.
 
30.
Discuss and consider approving the week of May 15 - 21, 2017 as National Salvation Army Week.
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Salvation Army Area Commander Major Andrew Kelly and Williamson County Salvation Army Service Center Director Laura Spradlin addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the week of May 15 - 21, 2017 as National Salvation Army Week.

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 proclamation recognizing May 2017 as "Drug Court Month".
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County Court at Law #2 Judge Laura Barker addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To proclaim May 2017 as "Drug Court Month".

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.
Receive and acknowledge midyear Operations Summary Report for the Williamson County Expo Center from General Manager Clint Chitsey.
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EXPO Center General Manager Clint Chitsey addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
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33.
Discuss consider and take appropriate action on Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Quarterly Interpretation of Programs to elected officials.
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District Extension Administrator with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service for District 8 Donald Kelm addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:25 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2017.
 
34.
10:00 Conduct public hearing relating to a request from the CCL #2 Office to increase the budgeted salary amount for the position of Court Administrator I, Position #0701, in the CCL #2 Office and discuss (1) the reason for the payment in excess of the budgeted amount is being offer 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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County Court at Law #2 Judge Laura Barker and Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:34 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2017.
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a request by the CCL #2 Office to increase the budgeted salary amount for the position of Court Administrator I, position #0701, in the CCL #2 Office from the budgeted annual salary amount of $51,874.94 to the increased salary amount of $55,683.15, the top of the pay grade and approximately $1,379.28 as a lump sum.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore and County Court at Law #2 Judge Laura Barker addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item. 
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36.
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.
 
37.
Receive and acknowledge the May 2017 Construction Summary Report for the Road Bond and Pass Through Financing Programs.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge the May 2017 Construction Summary Report for the Road Bond and Pass Through Financing Programs.

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 regarding an Antiquities Permit Application to the Texas Historical Commission required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations for Bagdad Road at CR 278, a project in Commissioner Pct. 2.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Antiquities Permit Application to the Texas Historical Commission required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations for Bagdad Road at County Road (CR) 278, a project in Precinct #2.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a TCEQ Agent Authorization Form for the Edwards Aquifer Protection Program associated with Bagdad Road at CR 278, a project in Commissioner Pct 2.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Agent Authorization Form for the Edwards Aquifer Protection Program associated with Bagdad Road at County Road (CR) 278, a project in Precinct #2.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of -$92,621.70 for Pearson Ranch Road Extension, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 1.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of -$92,621.70 for Pearson Ranch Road Extension, a Road Bond Project in Precinct #1.

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 take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $58,006.83 for Forest North Drainage Phase 1, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 1.
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42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 6 in the amount of $23,780.00 for CR 258, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 2.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 6 in the amount of $23,780.00 for County Road (CR) 258, a Road Bond Project in Precinct #2.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on new Agreement for Engineering Services with Prime Strategies, Inc. to provide General Engineering Consultant – Program Management and Planning & Design Services for the Long Range Transportation Plan Corridor Program.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve an Agreement for Engineering Services with Prime Strategies, Inc. to provide General Engineering Consultant – Program Management and Planning and Design Services for the Long Range Transportation Plan Corridor Program.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Hutto for the extension of CR 119 from Limmer Loop to Chandler Road. 
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Hutto for the extension of County Road (CR) 119 from Limmer Loop to Chandler Road.

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 rescinding two line item transfers approved for the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office under Item #6 of the March 28, 2017 Commissioners Court Session and Item #7 of the May 2, 2017 Commissioners Court Session.
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The following persons addressed the Court:
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
Sheriff Robert Chody
County Attorney Dee Hobbs

No action was taken on this item.
 
46.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on granting the Williamson County Master Gardeners permission to place a non-permanent storage building and privacy fence within their current 5 acre allotment at 3151 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown, TX 78626.   
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District Extension Administrator with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service for District 8 Donald Kelm addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To grant the Williamson County Master Gardeners permission to place a non-permanent storage building and privacy fence within their current 2 acre allotment at 3151 Southeast Inner Loop, Georgetown, Texas 78626; with the understanding that all related utilities and fees would be paid for by the Master Gardeners.

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
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Agreement for Landscape Architectural Services between Williamson County and studio16.19, LLC to obtain additional landscape architecture services and landscape development plans in relation to adding a birthday party pavilion, public restroom and parking lot to Part 1 - Brushy Creek Regional Trail Section Repair Project (15RFQ105).
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Senior Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Agreement for Landscape Architectural Services between Williamson County and studio16.19, LLC to obtain additional landscape architecture services and landscape development plans in relation to adding a birthday party pavilion, public restroom and parking lot to Part 1 - Brushy Creek Regional Trail Section Repair Project (15RFQ105).

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 any appropriate action to approve the Finalized Lease Schedule with Dell Financial Services through DIR-SDD-1951 and authorize the execution of all necessary documentation (Note:  Master Lease agreement and lease of CradlePoint hardware and maintenance from vendor GTS Technology Solutions under DIR-TSO-3653 was approved on March 21, 2017 Item 63).
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Senior Director of Technology Services Jay Schade addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve the finalized lease schedule with Dell Financial Services through DIR-SDD-1951 and to authorize the execution of all necessary documentation.

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:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED AT 12:06 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2017.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED AT 12:15 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2017.
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Unallocated Process and Policies.
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The following persons addressed the Court:
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig
Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh
County Attorney Dee Hobbs
Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes
Senior Director of Technology Services Jay Schade
 

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

Motion: To approve giving departments the ability to reduce the salary of a vacant position down to no less than 25% above the bottom of the pay grade; reclassifications may include existing title/grade changes only; new title requests will go through the budget process; reclassifications to be submitted between October 1st and February 15th.

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:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB 1704-156, Crack Seal, to the lowest and best bidders Right Pointe , Crafco Texas Inc.  and The Quikrete Companies LLC.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1704-156, Crack Seal, to the lowest and best bidders Right Pointe, Crafco Texas Inc., and The Quikrete Companies, 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:
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the renewal of Roadside Chemicals and Herbicides, Bid #15IFB116 for the term of June 1, 2017 – May 31, 2018, with Red River Specialties, the Primary Vendor.  This is the second extension of two (2) possible, one (1) year renewal options.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To authorize the renewal of Roadside Chemicals and Herbicides, Invitation for Bid #15IFB116 for the term beginning June 1, 2017 and ending May 31, 2018, with Red River Specialties, the Primary Vendor.

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 and consider approving a Line Item Transfer for the Debt Service Fund:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0600-0600-006900 Debt Defeasance $9,933,492.80
To 0600-0600-004098 Payment to Escrow Agent $9,908,747.80
To 0600-0600-004099 Bond Issuance Cost $24,745.00

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

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Debt Service Fund; with changes to the account number in the From line from 0600-0600-006900 to 0600-0600-006901.

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0600-0600-006901 Debt Defeasance $9,933,492.80
To 0600-0600-004098 Payment to Escrow Agent $9,908,747.80
To 0600-0600-004099 Bond Issuance Cost $24,745.00

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 from the Dais)
 
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 additional revenues for the District Attorney's office from State Judiciary Apportionment Funds:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the District Attorney's office from State Judiciary Apportionment Funds:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-335602 District Attorney Salary Supplement $7,500.00

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
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the District Attorney's office from State Judiciary Apportionment Funds:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the District Attorney's office from State Judiciary Apportionment Funds:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0440-001940 Apportionment Supplement $6,197.30
0100-0440-002010 FICA $474.11
0100-0440-002020 Retirement $828.59

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-367403 Park Donations $1,099.85

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0510-003670 Use of Donation $1,099.85

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 THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 1:18 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2017.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 1:19 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2017.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 1:20 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2017.
 
57.
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.
 
58.
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).
    j)    Discuss an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Hutto for CR 119.

C.    Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman. 
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
59.
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.
 
60.
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.
 
61.
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 1:40 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2017.
 
62.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
63.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
64.
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.
 
65.
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.
 
66.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
 
67.
1:00 PM  Discuss FY 18 Capital Requests.
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The following persons addressed the Court:
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig
Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein
Director of Public Safety Technology Richard Semple
Senior Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell
EXPO Center General Manager Clint Chitsey
Director of Wireless Communications and Radio Communication Systems Catherine Roberts
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh
County Attorney Dee Hobbs
Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Tim Ryle

No action was taken on this item.
 
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COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 3:02 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2017.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 23rd day of May, 2017.


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

By: Brandy Cox, Deputy