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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
May 23, 2017


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:37 A.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 23, 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 4 Larry Madsen
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the May 16, 2017 meeting.

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $3,568,696.15 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
4.
Citizen comments.
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill 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 – 16)
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Technology Services.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0503-004505 Software Maintenance $90,016.95
To 0100-0503-006303 Principal-CradlePoint Lease $90,016.95

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the county Sheriff; with a correction of the "To" account number from 0100-0560-004500 to 0100-0560-004968.

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0560-004703 MH/MR $4,405.00
To 0100-0560-004500 Care of Animals $4,405.00

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0576-004621 Copier Rental $2,500.00
To 0100-0576-003010 Computer Equipment $500.00
To 0100-0576-004500 Maintenance Services $2,000.00

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Courts at Law:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0425-004100 Professional Services $5,000.00
To 0100-0425-004125 Transcripts $5,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (12) Monitors, (12) Keyboards, (2) Headsets, (6) Mice, (1) Phone, (1) Webcam, (2) Letter openers, (1) Docking Station, (2) Laptops, (3) Chairs (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (12) monitors, (12) keyboards, (2) headsets, (6) mice, (1) phone, (1) webcam, (2) letter openers, (1) docking station, (2) laptops, (3) 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 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including (1) Monitor and (2) Computers (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including (1) monitor and (2) computers (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 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval or ratification of monthly Treasurer's Report on Williamson County Finances for April 2017 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §114.026.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the monthly Treasurer's Report on Williamson County Finances for April 2017 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 114.026.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution authorizing the Presiding Officer of the Williamson County Commissioners Court to execute a Deed Without Warranty from Williamson County, Texas to Abraham Eliashar pertaining to Lot 11, Block 70, City of Bartlett, Williamson County, Texas being that the property more particularly described in Volume 583, Page 368 of the Deed Records and Document No. 2012103385 of the Official Public Records, Williamson County, Texas (Tax Account No. 000000028128/R007802).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a resolution authorizing the Presiding Officer of the Williamson County Commissioners Court to execute a Deed Without Warranty from Williamson County, Texas to Abraham Eliashar pertaining to Lot 11, Block 70, City of Bartlett, Williamson County, Texas being that the property more particularly described in Volume 583, Page 368 of the Deed Records and Document No. 2012103385 of the Official Public Records, Williamson County, Texas (Tax Account No. 000000028128/R007802).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning  renewal of Texas Workforce Commission Contract for Constable Pct 1.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve renewal of Texas Workforce Commission Contract for Constable Precinct #1.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
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 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Shiloh Estates subdivision - Pct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Shiloh Estates subdivision - Precinct #4.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the revised preliminary plat for the Rancho
Sienna Sec 19 subdivision - Pct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the revised preliminary plat for the Rancho Sienna Section 19 subdivision - Precinct #3.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution honoring City of Round Rock Mayor Alan McGraw.
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County Treasurer Scott Heselmeyer and City of Round Rock Mayor Alan McGraw addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a resolution honoring City of Round Rock Mayor Alan McGraw.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the resolution for Williamson County EMS proclaiming May 21-27, 2017 as Emergency Medical Services Week.
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Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a resolution for Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) proclaiming May 21-27, 2017 as Emergency Medical Services Week.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss and take appropriate action on rescinding Williamson County's Capital Metro appointment from January 31, 2017 and reappoint Norm Chafetz as the County's representative to the Capital Metro Board of Directors to serve from June 1, 2017 to May 31, 2020. 
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Norm Chafetz addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To rescind Williamson County's Capital Metro appointment from January 31, 2017 and reappoint Norm Chafetz as the County's representative to the Capital Metro Board of Directors to serve a term beginning June 1, 2017 and ending May 31, 2020.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Nay:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
The motion died.
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.  No action was take on this item. 
 
21.
Discuss, Consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to award RFQ# 1507-016 for construction materials testing and inspection services for the Williamson County Georgetown Annex Project to the firm determined to be most qualified after evaluation of responses and approve execution of contract with Professional Services Industries, Inc.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to award the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) #1507-016 for construction materials testing and inspection services for the Williamson County's new Georgetown Annex Building Project to the firm determined to be most qualified after evaluation of responses and to approve execution of the contract with Professional Services Industries, Inc.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving 2006 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $140,000 from 2006 Road Bond Non-Departmental (P156) to CR 111 Extension (P249).
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve 2006 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to move $140,000.00 from 2006 Road Bond Non-Departmental (P156) to County Road (CR) 111 Extension (P249).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $675,000 from 2013 Road Bond Non-Departmental (P290) to Forest North Drainage (P225) $350,000, Pearson Ranch Road (P221) $50,000 and Arterial H Extension (P276) $275,000.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to move $675,000.00 from 2013 Road Bond Non-Departmental (P290) to Forest North Drainage (P225) $350,000.00, Pearson Ranch Road (P221) $50,000.00 and Arterial H Extension (P276) $275,000.00.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Long Term Planning Budget Transfer to move $236,000 from LTP ROW (P457) to Corridor A1/FM1660 (P458).
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Long Term Planning (LTP) Budget Transfer to move $236,000.00 from LTP Right of Way (ROW) (P457) to Corridor A1 / Farm to Market (FM) 1660 (P458).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
25.
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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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $58,006.83 for Forest North Drainage Phase 1, 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 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss and take appropriate action on participation by Williamson County Road Bond Program under the county's habitat conservation plan for the project area for roadway construction related to SW Bypass Segment 1.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve participation by Williamson County Road Bond Program under the county's habitat conservation plan for the project area for roadway construction related to Southwest (SW) Bypass Segment 1.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Lexis Advance Upgrade Amendment between Williamson County and LexisNexis for the Williamson County Attorney's Office.  
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Lexis Advance Upgrade Amendment between Williamson County and LexisNexis for the Williamson County Attorney's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Juvenile Justice Center Parking Lot Fog Seal under IFB # 1705-164.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Juvenile Justice Center Parking Lot Fog Seal under Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1705-164.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:11 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 23, 2017.
 
29.
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.
 
30.
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.
 
31.
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.
 
32.
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.
 
33.
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 10:48 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 23, 2017.
 
34.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
35.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
36.
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.
 
37.
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.
 
38.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 10:48 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 23, 2017.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 30th day of May, 2017.


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

By: Brandy Cox, Deputy