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Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

 
MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
June 27, 2017


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:33 A.M. on TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 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 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Absent:
  • County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
  • Sean L. Johnson, Executive Asst. to County Clerk
  • Brandy Cox, Deputy County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the June 20, 2017 meeting.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (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 $6,571,271.52 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
4.
Citizen comments.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown and Karen Winget 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 – 20)
 
5.
Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for County Courts at Law.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0425-004131 Family Cases - Court Appointed Attorney $10,000.00
To 0100-0425-004120 Competency Hearing $10,000.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
6.
Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for District Attorney's Office.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0440-003004 Ammunition $1,500.00
From 0100-0440-003005 Office Furniture $1,200.00
To 0100-0440-004210 Internet/Email Svs $2,700.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on line item transfer for Technology Services.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Sheriff's Office and Jail.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0560-001110 Overtime $38,382.19
From 0100-0560-002010 FICA $2,936.25
From 0100-0560-002020 Retirement $5,131.67
From 0100-0560-002050 Workers Comp $1,919.11
To 0100-0570-001110 Overtime $38,382.19
To 0100-0570-002010 FICA $2,936.25
To 0100-0570-002020 Retirement $5,131.67
To 0100-0570-002050 Workers Comp $1,919.11

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
 

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:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
10.
Consider accepting a $165.00 donation for a Memorial Tree planting in Memory of Frankie Sligar.
 

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

Motion: To approve accepting a $165.00 donation for a Memorial Tree planting in Memory of Frankie Sligar.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (5) Monitors, (1) 2005 E250 Ford and (1) 2008 Dodge Charger (see attached list) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

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 (5) monitors, (1) 2005 E-250 Ford and (1) 2008 Dodge Charger (see attached list) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #9 in the amount of $0.00 for adding a 20’ gate at Building G, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code.
 

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

Motion: To approve and accept a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #9 in the amount of $0.00 for adding a 20 foot gate at Building G, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.031.

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

General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court.

After reconvening from Executive Session, the Court took action on this item. 
 

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

Motion: To amend the motion on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #9 in the amount of $832.00 to be paid from the owner's contingency for adding a 20 foot gate at Building G, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.031.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #10 in the amount of $0.00 for providing additional bracing to the gate posts at Building F, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code.
 

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

Motion: To approve and accept a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #10 in the amount of $0.00 for providing additional bracing to the gate posts at Building F, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.031.

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

After reconvening from Executive Session, the Court took action on this item. 
 

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

Motion: To amend the motion on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #10 in the amount of $285.00 to be paid from the owner's contingency for providing additional bracing to the gate posts at Building F, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.031.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #11 in the amount of $0.00 for providing steel bracing and elevator shaft modifications, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code.
 

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

Motion: To approve and accept a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #11 in the amount of $0.00 for providing steel bracing and elevator shaft modifications, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.031.

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

After reconvening from Executive Session, the Court took action on this item. 
 

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

Motion: To amend the motion on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #11 in the amount of $22,415.00 to be paid from the owner's contingency for providing steel bracing and elevator shaft modifications, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.031.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #12 in the amount of $0.00 for Building H south wind frame modifications, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code.
 

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

Motion: To approve and accept a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #12 in the amount of $0.00 for Building H south wind frame modifications, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.031.

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

After reconvening from Executive Session, the Court took action on this item. 
 

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

Motion: To amend the motion on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #12 in the amount of $11,221.00 to be paid from the owner's contingency for Building H south wind frame modifications, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.031.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #13 in the amount of $0.00 for Building G site plumbing modifications, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code.
 

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

Motion: To approve and accept a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #13 in the amount of $0.00 for Building G site plumbing modifications, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.031.

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

After reconvening from Executive Session, the Court took action on this item. 
 

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

Motion: To amend the motion on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #13 in the amount of $5,000.00 credited to the owner's contingency for Building G site plumbing modifications, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.031.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #14 in the amount of $0.00 for Buildings B & H wally types clarifications, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code.
 

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

Motion: To approve and accept a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #14 in the amount of $0.00 for Buildings B & H wall types clarifications, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.031.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #16 in the amount of $0.00 for detailing and model revisions from reviewed structural shop drawings, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code.
 

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

Motion: To approve and accept a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #16 in the amount of $0.00 for detailing and model revisions from reviewed structural shop drawings, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.031.

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

After reconvening from Executive Session, the Court took action on this item. 
 

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

Motion: To amend the motion on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #16 in the amount of $9,930.00 to be paid from the owner's contingency for detailing and model revisions from reviewed structural shop drawings, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.031.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the revised preliminary plat for the Business Park at Brushy Creek subdivision - Pct 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve the revised preliminary plat for the Business Park at Brushy Creek subdivision - Precinct #4.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve order for interment of deceased Williamson County resident (Morris Dreyfus) where there has been no inquest by the Justice of the Peace and the county has duty to inter, pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code § 711.002(e), and authorize funeral home to move forward with interment.
 

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

Motion: To approve an order for interment of deceased Williamson County resident (Morris Dreyfus) where there has been no inquest by the Justice of the Peace and the county has duty to inter, pursuant to Texas Health and Safety Code Section 711.002(e), and to authorize the funeral home to move forward with interment.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on proclamation recognizing The American Family Reunion, July 1-4, 2017.
Founder of We The People Liberty Foundation Don Bebee addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a proclamation recognizing The American Family Reunion, July 1-4, 2017.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh invited everyone to an open house:

Corridor E-1
5:00 p.m to 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Taylor Public Library
801 Vance Street
Taylor, Texas 76574

No action was taken on this item. 
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the North Campus Project; Change Order #15 in the amount of $0.00 for rock excavation for underground utilities.
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 accept and approve a report on the North Campus Project; Change Order #15 in the amount of $0.00 for rock excavation for underground utilities.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving 2006 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $80,000 from 2006 Road Bond Non-Departmental (P156) to Pearson Ranch Road (P221) of $30,000 and CR 111 Extension (P249) of $50,000.
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 2006 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver, to move $80,000.00 from 2006 Road Bond Non-Departmental (P156) to Pearson Ranch Road (P221) of $30,000.00 and County Road (CR) 111 Extension (P249) of $50,000.00.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $9,550,000 from 2013 Road Bond Non-Departmental (P290) to Arterial H Extension (P276) of $30,000, Roundville Lane (P441) of $20,000 and CR 110 Phase 1 (P260) of $9,500,000.
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 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to move $9,550,000 from 2013 Road Bond Non-Departmental (P290) to Arterial H Extension (P276) of $30,000.00, Roundville Lane (P441) of $20,000.00 and County Road (CR) 110 Phase 1 (P260) of $9,500,000.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action to reschedule a public hearing pursuant to Tex. Transp. Code § 251.152 regarding proposed street name change in Pct. 3 for Logan’s Way to Rocky Top Ranch, including authorization for publication in local newspaper of notice to the public.
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To reschedule a public hearing pursuant to Texas Transportation Code Section 251.152 for 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, July 11, 2017 regarding a proposed street name change in Precinct #3 from Logan’s Way to Rocky Top Ranch, and to authorize publication in local newspaper of notice to the public.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval of the proposed Access Agreement between the Sheriff's Department and  Hit + Run Creative, Inc.
The following persons addressed the Court:
Sheriff Robert Chody
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes
County Attorney Chief Civil Attorney Henry Prejean
 

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

Motion: To approve the proposed Access Agreement between the Sheriff's Department and Hit + Run Creative, Inc.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding discretionary authorization to pay claim sent from Brazos County to Williamson County CIT for mental health filing fee for a private hospital located in Brazos County involving a Williamson County resident.
County Attorney Civil Attorney Ruhee Leonard and Sheriff Robert Chody addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To deny a discretionary authorization to pay claim sent from Brazos County to Williamson County Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) for mental health filing fee for a private hospital located in Brazos County involving a Brazos County resident.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on paying Williamson County Sheriff's Office Corrections Division PCN #0584/Employee ID #12209 Overtime in lieu of Compensatory Time for work performed during the time period from April 1, 2017 thru September 30, 2017 for serving in the capacity of liaison between the County, ICE and CCA/Core Civic relating to the T. Don Hutto Residential Facility.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To pay Williamson County Sheriff's Office Corrections Division PCN #0584 / Employee ID #12209 Overtime in lieu of Compensatory Time for work performed during the time period beginning April 1, 2017 and ending September 30, 2017 for serving in the capacity of liaison between the County, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Corrections Corporation of America (CCA) / Core Civic relating to the T. Don Hutto Residential Facility.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on policies and procedures regarding FY 17 existing unallocated funds created by the backfill of positions at a lesser rate of pay.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP # 1704-159,  Roof Reconstruction / Improvements for Justice Center to the highest scoring respondent L. Wallace Construction Co. Inc. and authorizing the County Judge to execute the agreement.
Director of Facilities Gary Wilson addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To award Request for Proposal (RFP) #1704-159, Roof Reconstruction / Improvements for Justice Center to the highest scoring respondent L. Wallace Construction Company, Inc. and to authorize the Presiding Officer to execute the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP # 1704-153, WCCHD Office Renovations to the highest scoring respondent Trimbuilt Construction, Inc. and authorizing the County Judge to execute the agreement.
Director of Facilities Gary Wilson addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To award Request for Proposal (RFP) #1704-153, Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD) office renovations in Round Rock to the highest scoring respondent Trimbuilt Construction, Inc. and to authorize the Presiding Officer to execute the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on exempting Pediatric Emergency Standard, Inc. from the competitive bidding or proposal requirements established by Section 262.024 (a) (7) of the Texas Local Government Code, as the sole source provider of Handtevy Pediatric Resuscitation System and entering into an agreement and addendum.
Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To exempt Pediatric Emergency Standard, Inc. from the competitive bidding or proposal requirements established by Section 262.024 (a) (7) of the Texas Local Government Code, as the sole source provider of Handtevy Pediatric Resuscitation System and to enter into an agreement and addendum.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Supplemental Agreement No. 8 to Agreement for Architectural and Engineering Services for the North Campus project, between Williamson County and BLGY Inc., and authorizing the county judge to execute agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Agreement No. 8 to Agreement for Architectural and Engineering Services for the North Campus project, between Williamson County and BLGY Inc., and to authorize the Presiding Officer to execute agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP # 1702-145 for Digital Evidence Management System to the best proposal, Municipal Code Corporation (MCCi) and authorizing County Judge to sign the agreement.
Senior Director of Technology Services Jay Schade addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To award Request for Proposal (RFP) #1702-145 for Digital Evidence Management System (Laserfiche) to the best proposal, Municipal Code Corporation (MCCi) and to authorize the Presiding Officer to sign the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the "Addendum for Upload of Consumer Information for Background Screening" to the Master Services Agreement with Pre-employ.com to provide pre-employment background check services to support operations for the Williamson County Human Resources Department and authorized the County Judge to sign all attached documents.
Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve the "Addendum for Upload of Consumer Information for Background Screening" to the Master Services Agreement with Pre-employ.com to provide pre-employment background check services to support operations for the Williamson County Human Resources Department and to authorize the Presiding Officer to sign all attached documents.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
37.
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: 
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-367403 Park Donations $227.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
38.
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:
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0510-003670 Use of Donations $227.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
39.
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 Sheriff's Office Victim's Assistance Donations:
 

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

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Sheriff's Office Victim's Assistance Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-367400 VA Donations $200.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
40.
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 use of Sheriff's Office Victims' Assistance Donations:
 

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

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the use of Sheriff's Office Victims' Assistance Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0560-003671 VA Donations $200.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
41.
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 Veterans Services Donations:
 

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

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Veterans Services Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-367400 Donations $813.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
42.
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 Veterans Service Donations:
 

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

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Veterans Service Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0405-003670 Use of Donations $813.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
43.
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 Parks:
 

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

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Parks:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-364100 Insurance Reimbursements $9,250.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional expenditures for Parks:
 

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

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional expenditures for Parks:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0510-003553 Signs $9,250.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
45.
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 the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program:
 
 

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

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the National Association of Counties (NACo) Prescription Discount Card Program:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-370500 Miscellaneous Revenue $594.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
46.
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 expenditures for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program:
 
 

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

Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the National Association of Counties (NACo) Prescription Discount Card Program:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0630-004921 County Wide Rx Discount Card Program $594.00


Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:15 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 2017.
 
47.
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
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
48.
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 Easement interests for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. 
    k)    Discuss acquisition of property located at NEC of Toll 130 and Gattis School Rd. 
    l)    Discuss the acquisition of a drainage easement for CR 108.
    m)     Discuss easement acquisitions from San Gabriel River Ranch Subdivision.
    n)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 258.
    o)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR Lakeline Blvd. 
    p)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for US 183.
    q)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Hairy Man Rd. 
    r)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW Bypass.
    s)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Crossroad Acres.
    t)    Discuss proposed acquisition of real property on CR 138. 
    u)    Discuss proposed acquisition of real property at Highland Springs Lane. 
    v)    Discuss Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.

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 possible sale or exchange of property at 350 Exchange Boulevard, Hutto, Texas

C.    Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman. 
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
49.
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) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
l) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
m) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
n) 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
Commissary and the Williamson County Sheriff, In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas – Austin Division
o) Law relating requests for the closure, abandonment or vacation of roadway(s) in the Woodland Park Subdivision.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
50.
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.
 
51.
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 10:51 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 2017.
 
52.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
53.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
54.
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) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
l) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
m) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
n) 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
o) Law relating requests for the closure, abandonment or vacation of roadway(s) in the Woodland Park Subdivision.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
55.
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. 
 
56.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 10:54 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 2017.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 11th day of July, 2017.


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

By: Brandy Cox, Deputy