
August 1, 2017
STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(
BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:30 A.M. on TUESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2017, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
- Present:
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- 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:
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- Stan O. Springerley, Assistant General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
- Brandy Cox, Deputy County Clerk
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve the Minutes of the July 25, 2017 meeting.
- Aye:
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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 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $3,668,637.58 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:
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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
Hilda Montgomery of Round Rock
County Attorney Intern Jason Casey
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown
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:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0100-0570-003003 | Radio Equip. <$5,000.00 | $1,752.36 |
| To | 0100-0570-004850 | RCS Radio Fees | $1,752.36 |
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve a line transfer for the County Sheriff:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0100-0570-004500 | Maintenance Contracts | $4,500.00 |
| To | 0100-0570-004705 | Pre-Employment Screening | $4,500.00 |
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Medical Services (EMS):
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0100-0540-004610 | Rent | $1,000.00 |
| To | 0100-0540-004231 | Travel | $1,000.00 |
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Non Departmental:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0100-0409-004998 | Non Dept/Contingencies | $101,110.00 |
| To | 0100-0409-002070 | Non Dept/Retirees | $101,110.00 |
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for All District Courts:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0100-0435-004132 | All District Courts/Court Appointed Attorney Criminal | $10,000.00 |
| To | 0100-0435-004125 | All District Courts/Transcripts | $10,000.00 |
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Tax Assessor/Collector:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0100-0499-004350 | Printed Forms, Books, Binders | $1,800.00 |
| To | 0100-0499-003005 | Office Furniture | $1,800.00 |
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Auditor:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0100-0495-003010 | Computer Equip <$5,000.00 | $1,607.63 |
| From | 0100-0495-005740 | Computer Equipment >$5,000.00 | $145.31 |
| From | 0100-0495-004100 | Professional Services | $149.04 |
| To | 0100-0495-003011 | Computer Software <$5,000.00 | $1,901.98 |
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Hazardous Materials:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From: | 0100-0542-004543 | Repairs to Equipment | $670.00 |
| To: | 0100-0542-004500 | Maintenance Contracts | $670.00 |
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Road and Bridge Division:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0200-0210-005711 | Heavy Equipment > $5,000.00 | $5,000.00 |
| To | 0200-0210-004505 | Software Maintenance | $5,000.00 |
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Road and Bridge Division:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0200-0210-005711 | Heavy Equipment > $5,000.00 | $6,500.00 |
| To | 0200-0210-004991 | Landfill | $6,500.00 |
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve budget line item transfers for Juvenile Services:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0100-0576-004100 | Professional Services | $60,000.00 |
| To | 0100-0576-005000 | Capital Outlay | $60,000.00 |
| From | 0100-0576-003307 | Pharmaceuticals | $2,000.00 |
| To | 0100-0576-003101 | Education Aids | $1,000.00 |
| To | 0100-0576-003009 | Linens/Toiletries | $500.00 |
| To | 0100-0576-003110 | Other Supplies | $500.00 |
| From | 0100-0576-004106 | Counseling Services | $7,000.00 |
| To | 0100-0576-004108 | Non-Residential Services | $7,000.00 |
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0100-0475-005700 | Vehicles >$5,000.00 | $869.23 |
| To | 0100-0475-003002 | Vehicle Equipment <$5,000.00 | $869.23 |
| From | 0100-0475-004902 | Co Attorney Legal Support | $2,346.05 |
| To | 0100-0475-003010 | Computer Equipment <$5,000.00 | $1,456.05 |
| To | 0100-0475-003005 | Office Furniture <$5,000.00 | $890.00 |
- Aye:
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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 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:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (5) fridge, (2) printer, (5) file cabinets, (1) keyboard tray, (2) trays, (13) chairs, (45) file trays, (7) phone stands. (15) file holders, (10) calculators, (2) boxes of VHS tapes, (2) magazine holders, (1) rolling cart, (1) VCR, (2) wooden boards, (1) shredder, (5) hole punches, (1) desk organizer, (2) staplers, (1) mouse, (1) Rolodex, (3) staple removers, (1) index box, (1) tape dispenser, (3) dry erase boards, (2) cork boards, (1) table, (1) pencil holder, (1) stool, (1) desk, (3) bulletin boards, (1) autoclave sanitizer, (1) TV with VCR, (1) TV on rolling cart, (1) radio, (1) briefcase, (3) monitors, (1) fax machine, (1) 2004 Ford Excursion, (1) 2009 Ford Escape (see attached lists) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve the acceptance of a donation to Williamson County Sheriff's Office from Richard Morris in the amount of $100.00.
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Work Authorization No. 2 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Rodriguez Engineering Laboratories, LLC and Williamson County dated January 10, 2017 for On Call Geotechnical Engineering and Material Testing for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
- Aye:
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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
Hutto Mayor Doug Gaul
Hutto Mayor Pro-Tempore Tom Hines
Hutto City Manager Odis Jones
Hutto Executive Director of Business and Development Services Helen Ramirez
Private Developer Bob Wunsch
No action was taken on this item.
County Road (CR) 258 Improvements
Intersection of CR 258 and Sunny Slope Drive
August 2, 2017
9:00 A.M.
No action was taken on this item.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion: To authorize transfer of 2013 Road Bond funds per recommendation of Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver in the amount of $600,000.00 from 2013 Road Bond Non-Departmental (P290) to County Road (CR) 258 Phase II (P256) $450,000.00; to Bagdad Road (P317) $100,000.00; and to CR 305 at Interstate Highway (IH) 35 (P306) $50,000.00.
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Motion: To authorize the service agreement with Intertech Flooring, for carpet installations at the Jail in the amount of $34,057.51, under Texas Multiple Award Schedule (TXMAS) contract number TXMAS-13-72020.
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Motion: To approve Change Order (CO) #2 to the Agreement Between Williamson County and S&G Contracting, Inc., in the amount of $54,166.81 to be paid from the Owner’s Contingency, for electrical, acoustical, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), fire stopping and removal of a data rack for the Williamson County Justice Center – Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) Remodel Project.
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Motion: To approve a real estate contract with Rising Gate Properties, Inc. for future arterial right of way.
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Motion: To approve a Deed Without Warranty transferring right of way to the City of Georgetown.
- Aye:
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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 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve Order Adopting Rules of Williamson County, Texas for On-Site Sewage Facilities, as well as approve to submit all necessary documentation to the Executive Director of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
- 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 2 Cynthia Long
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To reclassify and to increase the budgeted salary amount of Corrections Officer positions within the Sheriff's Office. (see attached list)
- Aye:
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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 2 Cynthia Long
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Jail:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0100-0570-001100 | Salaries | $158,067.14 |
| To | 0100-0570-001105 | LE Salaries | $158,067.14 |
- Aye:
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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 filing of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 - 2019 Adult Probation biennial budgets.
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Motion: To propose a total maximum tax rate of $0.476529 which is the current tax rate; including $0.269029 per $100 of taxable value for the purpose of Maintenance and Operations (M&O)/General Fund, $0.1675 per $100.00 of taxable value for the purpose of Interest and Sinking Service (S&O)/Debt Service, and $0.04 per $100.00 of taxable value for the purpose of Road and Bridge Fund.
- 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 2 Cynthia Long
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To set public hearings for Tuesday, August 15, 2017 and Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. in the Williamson County Commissioners' Courtroom regarding the adoption of the Williamson County tax rates for Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018.
- Aye:
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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 2 Cynthia Long
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion: To set a date and to authorize advertising for the public hearing on the 2017-2018 County Budget for Tuesday, August 29th, 2017 at 10:00 A.M.
- Aye:
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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: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Motion: To approve the recommended rate of 13.94% for Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 for Texas County and District Retirement System (TCDRS).
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve the Texas Workforce Commission Contract for Precinct #1 Constable Office.
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve a Cost Sharing Agreement between Williamson County and Dusty Boots Ranch - Robyn Rhinehart for the construction of a 1,250-foot fence to be constructed on the eastern boundary of Williamson County’s Blackland Heritage County Park, and the western boundary of Dusty Boots Ranch- Robyn Rhinehart’s property; and to authorize the Williamson County Parks Director to execute the agreement on behalf of Williamson County.
- Aye:
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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: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion: To approve Amendment Number 3 to contract 582-12-20269 and to authorize the County Judge to sign a notice of Low Income Vehicle Repair Assistance, Retrofit, and Accelerated Vehicle Retirement Program (LIRAP) exit effective immediately with fee collection to be discontinued at the earliest possible date.
- Aye:
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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 2 Cynthia Long
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion: To approve and authorize the creation of an additional position of Associate Judge pursuant to Section 54A.002, Texas Government Code, to be filled by the new Magistrate/Associate Judge appointed by the District and County Court at Law Judges and whose position was approved for funding in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2017 budget; and further that the Commissioners' Court authorizes and approves in advance pursuant to Section 54A.002, Texas Government Code (without the necessity of any further action/order) any future creation of any additional Associate Judge positions that are to be filled by appointed Magistrate/ Associate Judges whose funding has been previously approved in the preceding budget approved by Commissioners' Court.
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To authorize the extension of Mal-Practice Insurance, #1509-009 with Extraco Banks for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for a term beginning October 1, 2017 and ending September 30, 2018.
- Aye:
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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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To exempt SOE Software Corporation d/b/a SCYTL from the competitive bidding or proposal requirements established by the Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024 (a) (7) as the sole source provider of Clarity Help Desk Support software and maintenance and to authorize the execution of the agreement.
- 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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and to approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenue for the Debt Service Fund:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0600-0000-370400 | Proceeds from Bond/CO Issuances | $43,230,000.00 | |
| 0600-0000-370401 | Premium for Bond/CO Issuances | $7,335,475.25 |
- 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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Debt Services Fund:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0600-0600-004098 | Payment to Refunding Escrow Agent | $50,565,475.25 |
- 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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Debt Service Fund:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0600-0600-006628 | 10 Pass Through Toll-Int | $351,690.63 |
| From | 0600-0600-006630 | 11 Unlimited Tax Refunding-Int | $623,100.71 |
| To | 0600-0600-006647 | 17 Limited Tax Refunding-Int | $130,855.47 |
| To | 0600-0600-004098 | Payment to Refunding Escrow Agent | $349,621.23 |
| To | 0600-0600-004099 | Bond Issuance Cost | $494,314.64 |
- 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
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
f) Texas State Gold Depository
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 N. 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 Seward Junction SE Loop.
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.
x) Discuss the acquisition of real property- Condra Funeral Home- Taylor, Texas
y) Discuss the acquisition of real property- S&D Plumbing- Taylor, Texas
z) Discuss the acquistiion of Real Estate for Tower Site.
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 possible sale or exchange of property at 350 Exchange Boulevard, Hutto, Texas
j) Discuss possible sale of +/- 10 acres located on Chandler Road near the County Sheriff's Office Training Facility
k) Discuss possible sale/disposition of a portion of CR 117.
C. Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman.
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.
p) Requirements relating to grant of easement to Lone Star Regional Water Authority on Hwy 95
q) Case No. 1:17-cv-00290, Rodney A. Hurdsman v. Williamson County Sheriff Deputies Pokluda et al, In The Unites States District Court For The Western District of Texas – Austin Division.
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.
p) Requirements relating to grant of easement to Lone Star Regional Water Authority on Hwy 95
q) Case No. 1:17-cv-00290, Rodney A. Hurdsman v. Williamson County Sheriff Deputies Pokluda et al, In The Unites States District Court For The Western District of Texas – Austin Division.
2017-2018 Post Recommendation Public Hearings / Departmental Presentations on Departmental Budget Requests.
Executive Director of Juvenile Services Scott Matthew
District Attorney Shawn Dick
Emergency Medical Services Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Manager Marty Herrin
Deputy Director of Emergency Management Greg Williams
Precinct #1 Constable Vinnie Cherrone
Precinct #1 Chief Deputy Constable Mike Pendley
Senior Director of Emergency Services John Sneed
Recess 3:23 P.M.
Reconvene 3:32 P.M.
Director of Mobile Outreach Team Annie Burwell
Director of Emergency Communications Scott Parker
County Sheriff Robert Chody
425th District Court Judge Betsy Lambeth
No action was taken on this item.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 8th day of August, 2017.

ATTEST: Nancy E. Rister, Clerk of Commissioners’ Court, Williamson County, Texas
By: Brandy Cox, Deputy