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Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

 
MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
August 15, 2017


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:35 A.M. on TUESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2017, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
  • Stan O. Springerley, Assistant General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
  • Brandy Cox, Deputy County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the August 8, 2017 meeting.

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

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $4,530,160.10 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
4.
Citizen comments.
The following persons addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Gregory Windham of Georgetown
Chad Worley of Georgetown
Victor Marek of Schwertner
 
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 – 25)
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Williamson County EMS.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-004234 Training Supplies $2,004.35
To 0100-0540-003107 Medical Equipment < $5,000.00 $2,004.35
From 0100-0540-004234 Training Supplies $1,385.98
To 0100-0540-003101 Education Aids / Materials $1,385.98

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
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0509-004100 Professional Service $7,000.00
To 0100-0509-003319 Extermination $7,000.00
From 0100-0509-004505 Software Maintenance $2,000.00
To 0100-0509-004512 Kitchen Maintenance and Repair $2,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Sheriff:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0570-004500 Maintenance Contracts $10,000.00
To 0100-0570-004705 Pre-Employment Screening $10,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.  
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0509-004505 Facilities/Software Maintenance $2,850.00
To 0100-0509-004541 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair $9,000.00
From 0100-0509-004100 Facilities/Prof Services $4,000.00
From 0100-0509-003002 Facilities/Vehicle Equip $2,150.00

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

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-003597 Roadway Rehab $25,000.00
To 0200-0210-005200 Right of Way $25,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0475-004902 County Attorney Legal Support $599.00
To 0100-0475-003010 Computer Equipment <$5,000.00 $599.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a line item transfer for Mobile Outreach Team.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Mobile Outreach Team:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0341-005730 Radio Equipment < $5,000.00 $2,000.00
To 0100-0341-004908 Outreach Flex Funding $2,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Non Departmental.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Non-Departmental:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non-Departmental / Contingencies $35,000.00
To 0100-0409-003005 Non-Departmental / Office Furniture $35,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Juvenile Services.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0576-004106 Counseling Services $10,000.00
From 0100-0576-003307 Pharmaceuticals $5,500.00
From 0100-0576-003102 Safety Supplies $1,000.00
To 0100-0576-004541 Vehicle Repairs and Maintenance $14,000.00
To 0100-0576-003101 Educational Aids $1,500.00
To 0100-0576-004510 Facility Maintenance and Repair $1,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
15.
Discuss, Consider, and take appropriate action on a Line Item Transfer for Fleet Services.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0882-0882-003301 Gasoline $30,000.00
To 0882-0882-003523 Parts $30,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
16.
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 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Leo Enriquez as an unpaid Reserve Deputy Constable for the Precinct 2 Constable's Office.
 

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

Motion: To approve appointment of Leo Enriquez as an unpaid Reserve Deputy Constable for Constable Precinct #2.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of July 2017 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 
 

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

Motion: To approve property tax collections for January through July of 2017 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of July 2017 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of two hundred (200) wooden pallets through auction pursuant to TX. Local Gov't Code 263.152 and authorizing the special auction date of August 16, 2017 through GovDeals.
 

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

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of two hundred (200) wooden pallets through auction pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152 and to approve authorizing the special auction date of August 16, 2017 through GovDeals.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including (2) Monitor's and (3) Folding tables (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including (2) monitors and (3) folding tables (see attached lists) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of (1) Canon IPF 755 Plotter through Trade-in (see attached list) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of (1) Canon IPF 755 Plotter through trade-in (see attached list) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) 2005 Ford F-150 (see attached list) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) 2005 Ford F-150 (see attached list) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Fellowship Church (Traffic control and security during various church services in Round Rock)
 

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

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Fellowship Church (traffic control and security during various church services in Round Rock).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Sunset Meadows subdivision - Pct 4. 
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a proclamation recognizing August 19, 2017 as Overdose Awareness Day in Williamson County.
The following persons addressed the Court:
Director of Mobile Outreach Team (MOT) Annie Burwell
MOT Paramedic Daniel Sledge
Lifesteps Coalition Director Rosana Sielaff
Lifesteps Coalition Coordinator Jessyca Daniel
 
 

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

Motion: To approve a proclamation recognizing August 19, 2017 as Overdose Awareness Day in Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh invited everyone to the groundbreaking ceremony for the Southwest Bypass in Georgetown on Monday, August 28, 2017 at 11:30 A.M.   No action was taken on this item. 
 
28.
Receive and acknowledge the August 2017 Construction Summary Report for the Road Bond and Pass Through Financing Programs.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item. 
 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the Utility Agreement between Oncor Electric and Williamson County for utility relocations on North Mays, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct 1.
 
 

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

Motion: To approve the Utility Agreement between Oncor Electric and Williamson County for utility relocations on North Mays, a Road Bond Project in Precinct #1.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of -$5,837.31 for CR 110 South, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of -$5,837.31 for County Road (CR) 110 South, a Road Bond Project in Precinct #4.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving 2006 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $525,000 from 2006 Road Bond Non-Departmental (P156) to Cedar Park ILA (P268).
 

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

Motion: To approve a 2006 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to move $525,000.00 from 2006 Road Bond Non-Departmental (P156) to Cedar Park Interlocal Agreement (ILA) (P268).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:13 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2017.
 
32.
10:00 a.m. Public Hearing on the proposed 2017 tax rate for Williamson County.
The following persons addressed the Court:
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill

No action was taken on this item. 
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:27 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2017.
 
33.
Discuss 2017-2018 Budget.
Specialized Public Finance Inc Financial Advisor Dan Wegmiller and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.   No action was taken on this item. 
Attachments:
 
34.
Consider adopting salaries and other compensation (per diem) for elected officials and authorize publication of notice.
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig and General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item. 
 
35.
Consider authorizing written notice to each elected official of his/her salary and other compensation to be included in the 2017-2018 budget.
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig and General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item. 
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the FY18 compensation increases.
The following persons addressed the Court:
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes
Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore
 
 

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

Motion: To deny a salary increase for elected officials for Fiscal Year (FY) 2018.

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

Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the Law Enforcement chart with a 2% step increase and to approve the Corrections chart with a 2.25% step increase.

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
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the County Judge to execute the Agreement between Beneplace, Inc., Voluntary Benefits Platform which offers special access to a variety of programs, goods and/or services from third parties at discounted or preferred prices made available by Beneplace through such platform, the “Beneplace Services”.
 
The following persons addressed the Court:
Director of Benefits Administration Shelley Loughrey
Beneplace Account Executive PJ Henderson
Purchasing Agent Randy Barker
 
 

Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the Agreement between Beneplace, Inc., Voluntary Benefits Platform which offers special access to a variety of programs, goods and/or services from third parties at discounted or preferred prices made available by Beneplace through such platform, the “Beneplace Services”.

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
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the County Judge to execute the Agreement between Paylogix, Common Remitter Service Agreement which works with the Beneplace Platform for the Voluntary Employee Discount Program, by remitting Voluntary Employee Elections and remitting payment for these Voluntary Employee Elections to the appropriate Voluntary Benefit Vendors.
The following persons addressed the Court:
Director of Benefits Administration Shelley Loughrey
Beneplace Account Executive PJ Henderson
Purchasing Agent Randy Barker
 

Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the Agreement between Paylogix, Common Remitter Service Agreement which works with the Beneplace Platform for the Voluntary Employee Discount Program, by remitting Voluntary Employee Elections and remitting payment for these Voluntary Employee Elections to the appropriate Voluntary Benefit Vendors.

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
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take any appropriate action regarding authorizing employee payroll deduction(s) for voluntary insurance platform through Beneplace Services.
The following persons addressed the Court:
Director of Benefits Administration Shelley Loughrey
Beneplace Account Executive PJ Henderson
Purchasing Agent Randy Barker
 

Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize employee payroll deduction(s) for voluntary insurance platform through Beneplace Services.

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
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving the appointment of Bob Lubecker, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, with general authority to approve change orders for the Agreement between Owner and Contractor with Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc. relating to the Williamson County Cedar Park Tax Office Remodel Project for any increase or decrease in cost of $30,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code – Changes in Plans and Specifications; and further authorize Bob Lubecker to sign non-contractual permit applications associated with the construction of the Project.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and 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 approve the appointment of Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Bob Lubecker with general authority to approve change orders for the Agreement between Owner and Contractor with Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc. relating to the Williamson County Cedar Park Tax Office Remodel Project for any increase or decrease in cost of $30,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code – Changes in Plans and Specifications; and further to authorize Bob Lubecker to sign non-contractual permit applications associated with the construction of the Project.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving the appointment of Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, with general authority to approve change orders for the Agreement for Construction Services with L. Wallace Construction Co., Inc. relating to the Williamson County Justice Center Roof Reconstruction and Improvements Project for any increase or decrease in cost of $5,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code – Changes in Plans and Specifications; and further authorize Dwayne Gossett to sign non-contractual permit applications associated with the construction of the Project.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and 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 approve the appointment of Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett with general authority to approve change orders for the Agreement for Construction Services with L. Wallace Construction Co., Inc. relating to the Williamson County Justice Center Roof Reconstruction and Improvements Project for any increase or decrease in cost of $5,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code – Changes in Plans and Specifications; and further to authorize Dwayne Gossett to sign non-contractual permit applications associated with the construction of the Project.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving the appointment of Bob Lubecker, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, with general authority to approve change orders for the Agreement between Owner and Contractor with Trimbuilt Construction, Inc. relating to the Williamson County Texas Avenue Facility Remodel (WCCHD Office Renovations) Project for any increase or decrease in cost of $30,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code – Changes in Plans and Specifications; and further authorize Bob Lubecker to sign non-contractual permit applications associated with the construction of the Project.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and 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 approve the appointment of Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Bob Lubecker with general authority to approve change orders for the Agreement between Owner and Contractor with Trimbuilt Construction, Inc. relating to the Williamson County Texas Avenue Facility Remodel (WCCHD Office Renovations) Project for any increase or decrease in cost of $30,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code – Changes in Plans and Specifications; and further to authorize Bob Lubecker to sign non-contractual permit applications associated with the construction of the Project.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving the appointment of Dale Butler, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, with general authority to approve change orders for the Agreement between Owner and Construction Manager-at-Risk with J. T. Vaughn Construction, LLC relating to the Williamson County Animal Shelter Expansion Project for any increase or decrease in cost of $30,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code – Changes in Plans and Specifications; and further authorize Dale Butler to sign non-contractual permit applications associated with the construction of the Project.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and 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 approve the appointment of Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dale Butler with general authority to approve change orders for the Agreement between Owner and Construction Manager-at-Risk with J. T. Vaughn Construction, LLC relating to the Williamson County Animal Shelter Expansion Project for any increase or decrease in cost of $30,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code – Changes in Plans and Specifications; and further to authorize Dale Butler to sign non-contractual permit applications associated with the construction of the Project.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving the appointment of Dale Butler, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, with general authority to approve change orders for the Agreement between Owner and Contractor with STR Constructors, Ltd. relating to the Williamson County Jail Kitchen and Plumbing Remodel Project for any increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code – Changes in Plans and Specifications; and further authorize Dale Butler to sign non-contractual permit applications associated with the construction of the Project.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and 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 approve the appointment of Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dale Butler with general authority to approve change orders for the Agreement between Owner and Contractor with STR Constructors, Ltd. relating to the Williamson County Jail Kitchen and Plumbing Remodel Project for any increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code – Changes in Plans and Specifications; and further to authorize Dale Butler to sign non-contractual permit applications associated with the construction of the Project.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a State Plan of Operation (SPO) agreement  between the State of Texas and the Williamson County Sheriff's Office setting forth the terms and conditions which will be binding on the parties with respect to excess Department of Defense personal property transferred pursuant to 10 USC 2576a.
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To amend a State Plan of Operation (SPO) agreement between the State of Texas and the Williamson County Sheriff's Office setting forth the terms and conditions which will be binding on the parties with respect to excess Department of Defense personal property transferred pursuant to 10 USC 2576a; with the stipulation that the Sheriff's Office will provide the County Judge with quarterly reports of prior acquisitions and that any acquisitions that will create an impact to the budget, such as insurance, storage, operation, maintenance and other costs must receive prior approval from the Commissioners Court before procuring such items.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Public Interest Contract between Williamson County and Coupland Civic Organization, Inc. for disbursement of $10,000.00 from the Landfill Community Recreation Facility Fund for renovations to be made to the Caboose situated in the Historic Depot of Coupland, Texas.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Public Interest Contract between Williamson County and Coupland Civic Organization, Inc. for disbursement of $10,000.00 from the Landfill Community Recreation Facility Fund for renovations to be made to the Caboose situated in the Historic Depot of Coupland, Texas.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal from Chasco Constructors, LTD, L.L.P. for the Williamson County Georgetown Annex.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal from Chasco Constructors, LTD, L.L.P. for the Williamson County Georgetown Annex in the amount of $14,665,377.00 in addition to adding the alternate for the pavilion in the amount of $253,704.00.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Metal Beam Guard Fence Contract #1507-002, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of September 8, 2017 - September 7, 2018, with RHB Construction.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the extension of Metal Beam Guard Fence Contract #1507-002, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term beginning September 8, 2017 and ending September 7, 2018, with RHB Construction.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of armored courier service contract #1605-078, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018, with Dunbar Armored, Inc.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the extension of armored courier service contract #1605-078, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term beginning October 1, 2017 and ending September 30, 2018, with Dunbar Armored, Inc.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive competitive sealed proposals for River Ranch County Park Residence under RFCSP # 1708-180.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and to receive competitive sealed proposals for River Ranch County Park Residence under Request for Competitive Sealed Proposal (RFCSP) # 1708-180.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
51.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for River Rd and Old Windmill Rd rehabilitation under IFB # 1708-182.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and to receive sealed bids for River Road and Old Windmill Road rehabilitation under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1708-182

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
52.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for FY 17 Cross Culvert Replacements under IFB # 1708-183
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and to receive sealed bids for Fiscal Year (FY) 2017 Cross Culvert Replacements under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1708-183.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
53.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB# 1706-169, for Ronald Regan BLVD Milling and Overlay to the lowest and best bidder, Lone Star Paving, and authorizing the execution of service agreement.
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1706-169, for Ronald Regan Boulevard Milling and Overlay to the lowest and best bidder, Lone Star Paving, and to authorize the execution of the service 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
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Investment Advisory Services Contract, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing Contract for a two year term covering 8 September 2017 - 7 September 2019, with First Southwest Asset Management, LLC.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the extension of Investment Advisory Services Contract, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing Contract for a two year term beginning September 8, 2017 and ending September 7, 2019, with First Southwest Asset Management, LLC.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP # 1705-166, Jail Kitchen & Plumbing Remodel, to the best proposer STR Constructors, LTD and authorizing execution of the agreement.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To award Request for Proposal (RFP) #1705-166, jail kitchen and plumbing remodel, to the best proposer STR Constructors, LTD and to authorize 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
 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving service contract with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for the purchase of permitting software in the amount of $420,203.21 under DIR Contract # DIR-TSO-3149 to support the operations of the Williamson County On-Site Sewage Facilities Department and the Williamson County Central Health District and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve a service contract with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for the purchase of permitting software in the amount of $420,203.21 under Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract #DIR-TSO-3149 to support the operations of the Williamson County On-Site Sewage Facilities Department and the Williamson County Central Health District 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
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Non Departmental.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Non-Departmental; with a change to the From and To line amounts from $95,224.06 to $62,237.44.

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004100 Professional Services $62,237.44
To 0100-0409-004208 Internet Cloud Solutions $62,237.44

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenue for the General Fund.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge addition expenditures for the General Fund  in Non Departmental.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
60.
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 Sheriff's Office Donations:
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-367400 Donations $100.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
61.
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 Sheriff's Office Donations:
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0560-003670 Use of Donations $100.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
62.
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 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-367403 Park Donations $99.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
63.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to inforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations:
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0510-003670 Use of Donations $99.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
64.
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 Juvenile Services:
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-367400 Donations $850.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
65.
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 Juvenile Services:
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0576-003670 Use of Donations $850.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:41 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2017.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:52 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2017.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:52 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2017.
 
66.
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
    f)    Texas State Gold Depository
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
67.
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 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. 
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
68.
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.
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.

No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
69.
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.
 
70.
Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 1:19 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2017.
 
71.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
72.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
73.
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.
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.

No action was taken on this item.
 
74.
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.
 
75.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 1:26 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2017.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 22nd day of August, 2017.


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

By: Brandy Cox, Deputy