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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
August 29, 2017


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:40 A.M. on TUESDAY, AUGUST 29, 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.
No action was taken on this item.  
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 $3,998,997.70 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
Attachments:
 
4.
Citizen comments.
The following persons addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Victor Marek of Schwertner
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown
Director of Emergency Management Jarred Thomas
Alyssa Goss of Round Rock
Nicole Crean of Round Rock
Ashley Sherwood of Round Rock
Rocco Pelosi of Austin Williamson County
Shelby Little of Georgetown
Gordon Logan of Georgetown
Mike Whittaker of Georgetown
Timothy Willis of Georgetown
Carl Gutierrez of Georgetown
James Harrell of Georgetown
Peter Simmang of Georgetown
Mike Vandergriff of Georgetown
Executive Assistant to Commissioner Precinct #3 Rachel Arnold
 
Attachments:
 
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 – 23)
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
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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 0100-0560-003011 Computer Software $3,185.00
To 0100-0560-003005 Office Furniture $3,185.00

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
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on line item transfers for Animal Services (Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter). 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Animal Services (Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0545-0545-003200 Medical Supplies $3,000.00
From 0545-0545-004976 Animal Disposal $400.00
From 0545-0545-004541 Vehicle Maintenance $500.00
From 0545-0545-004414 Vehicle Insurance $51.45
To 0545-0545-004968 Care of Animals $3,951.45
From 0545-0545-004419 Property Insurance $892.65
From 0545-0545-004999 Miscellaneous $799.69
From 0545-0545-004350 Printed Material $418.14
To 0545-0545-004975 Animal Medical Care $2,110.48

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Communications:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0581-004500 Maintenance Contracts $1,608.00
To 0100-0581-004705 Pre-Employment Screening $1,608.00
From 0100-0581-004500 Maintenance Contracts $360.00
To 0100-0581-004211 Telephone Service $360.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on line item transfer for the Parks Department.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0510-004620 Equipment Rental $20,000.00
From 0100-0510-004962 Janitorial Services $4,000.00
From 0100-0510-003005 Furniture $8,000.00
To 0100-0510-005300 Improvements $32,000.00

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
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on line item transfer for the Parks Department.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0510-003005 Furniture $6,500.00
From 0100-0510-004310 Advertising and Legal Notices $2,500.00
From 0100-0510-003541 Contract Mowing $3,611.00
From 0100-0510-003100 Small Equipment / Tools $1,752.00
To 0100-0510-005003 Equipment > $5,000.00 $14,363.00

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 County Courts at Law.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for all County Courts:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0425-004131 Family Cases - Court Appointed Attorneys $3,000.00
To 0100-0425-004141 Interpreters $3,000.00

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 a line item transfer for Emergency Management.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Management:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0541-005741 Computer Software $2,447.00
From 0100-0541-004414 Vehicle Insurance $53.00
To 0100-0541-004541 Vehicle Maintenance $2,500.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on line item transfer for Juvenile Services.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. 
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0576-003316 Medical/Hospital $4,000.00
From 0100-0576-004102 Residential Services $4,000.00
To 0100-0576-004510 Facility Maintenance $8,000.00

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 425th Judicial District Court.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for all District Courts:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0435-004132 Criminal Cases - Court Appointed Attorneys $30,000.00
To 0100-0435-004133 Juvenile Cases - Court Appointed Attorneys $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
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on line item transfer for Road and Bridge Division.
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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 $550,000.00
To 0200-0210-000777 Transfer to Capital Projects $550,000.00

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 approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
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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:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (15) Monitor's, (9) Printer's, (1) Box of Misc. computer equipment, (33) Chairs, (1) Keyboard, (1) Mouse, (1) KVM Switch, (1) RS232 Data Sharen, (4) Rack Shelves, (1) Code 3 siren/ light control, (2) Strobe Power supply, (2) Motorola speakers, (1) Box of Misc. wire and lights, (1) Box of cables, (1) 3 shelf unit, (1) 4 drawer lateral file, (1) Laptop dock, (1) 3 pc mobile radio console (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
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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 (15) monitors, (9) printers, (1) box of miscellaneous computer equipment, (33) chairs, (1) keyboard, (1) mouse, (1) KVM switch, (1) RS232 Data Sharen, (4) rack shelves, (1) code 3 siren / light control, (2) strobe power supply, (2) Motorola speakers, (1) box of miscellaneous wire and lights, (1) box of cables, (1) 3 shelf unit, (1) 4 drawer lateral file, (1) laptop dock, (1) 3 pc mobile radio console (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:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including (1) Dell Latitude E6520, (1) 2003 W-W Cargo trailer (see attached list) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
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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 (1) Dell Latitude E6520, (1) 2003 W-W Cargo trailer (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:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval or ratification of monthly Treasurer's Report on Williamson County Finances for July 2017 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §114.026.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take action on approving the Investment Reports for the Quarter ending March 31, 2017 which was approved by the Investment Committee on April 24, 2017 and for the Quarter ending June 30, 2017 which was approved by the Investment Committee on July 24, 2017.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Investment Reports for the Quarter ending March 31, 2017 which was approved by the Investment Committee on April 24, 2017 and for the Quarter ending June 30, 2017 which was approved by the Investment Committee on July 24, 2017.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to accept a donation of ballistic body armor plates for the Pct. 3 Constable Office from Marilie Walker.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve accepting a donation of ballistic body armor plates for Constable Precinct #3 from Marilie Walker.

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
 
21.
Consider and take appropriate action on accepting a donation of body armor ballistic plates and plate carriers for the Constable Precinct 2 office from Marilie Walker.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve accepting a donation of body armor ballistic plates and plate carriers for Constable Precinct #2 from Marilie Walker.

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 and take appropriate action on participation by Williamson County Road Bond Program under the county's habitat conservation plan for a parcel of the project area for roadway safety improvements for a 1.7 mile segment between Maple Street and Southwestern Boulevard.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve participation by the Williamson County Road Bond Program under the county's habitat conservation plan for a parcel of the project area for roadway safety improvements for a 1.7 mile segment between Maple Street and Southwestern Boulevard.

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 Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 2 for On Call Geotechnical Engineering and Material Testing under contract for Engineering Services between Rodriguez Engineering Laboratories LLC and Williamson County Road and Bridge dated January 10, 2017.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 2 for On Call Geotechnical Engineering and Material Testing under contract for Engineering Services between Rodriguez Engineering Laboratories LLC and Williamson County Road and Bridge dated January 10, 2017.

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
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing the newest members of Williamson County EMS.
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Director of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Mike Knipstein and EMS Clinical Division Commander Terri King addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item. 
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh announced:

Two low water crossings that remain closed:
County Road (CR) 123 at Brushy Creek
and
CR 471 at Dry Brushy Creek

Groundbreakings:
Georgetown Annex postponed to September 12, 2017, 2:30 P.M.

Southwest Bypass postponed, date and time are yet to be determined 

No action was taken on this item.
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Supplemental No. 3 to the Professional Services Agreement (PSA) for CR 110 Middle Section (Limmer Loop to CR 107) between Williamson County and Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to the Professional Services Agreement (PSA) for County Road (CR) 110 Middle Section (Limmer Loop to CR 107) between Williamson County and Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 5 in the amount of -$122,394.06 for Bill Pickett Trail, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 5 in the amount of -$122,394.06 for Bill Pickett Trail, 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:
 
28.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $132,771.00 for Arterial H, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 3.
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $132,771.00 for Arterial H, a Road Bond Project in Precinct #3.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $875,000 from 2013 Road Bond Non-Departmental (P290) to Forest North Drainage Improvements (P225) of $600,000 and CR 366 Widening (P296) of $275,000.
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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 $875,000.00 from 2013 Road Bond Non-Departmental (P290) to Forest North Drainage Improvements (P225) of $600,000.00 and County Road (CR) 366 Widening (P296) of $275,000.00.

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
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure's presentation and recommendation regaridn the Cedar Hollow Relief Route, low water bridge flooding, and all other matters relating thereto.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Attorney Charlie Crossfield of Sheets and Crossfield addressed the Court.  This item was pulled from the Agenda. 
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Fuessel Holdings, LLC for right of way needed on CR 101 (Parcel 6). 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Fuessel Holdings, LLC for right of way needed on County Road (CR) 101 (Parcel 6) paid for out of Road Bond funds.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with SCR Property Owners Association, Inc. for right of way needed on CR 278 @ Bagdad Rd. (Parcel 2)
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with SCR Property Owners Association, Inc. for right of way needed on County Road (CR) 278 at Bagdad Road (Parcel 2) to be paid for out of Road Bond Funds.

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:
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Partial Release of Judgment on 3.66 AC for Harlan & Vicki Leschber  in exchange for right of way needed to widen CR 234. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Partial Release of Judgment on 3.66 acres for Harlan and Vicki Leschber in exchange for right of way needed to widen County Road (CR) 234.

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:
 
34.
Discuss 2017-2018 Budget.
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No action was taken on this item. 
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 2:20 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 29, 2017.
 
35.
10:00am Hold Public Hearing on the 2017-2018 County Budget.
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The following persons addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig
District Attorney Shawn Dick

No action was taken on this item.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 2:31 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 29, 2017.
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the 2017-2018 County Budget.
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The following persons addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore
Senior Director of Emergency Services John Sneed
County Auditor Jerri Jones
Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein
Director of Mobile Outreach Team Annie Burwell
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
 

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

Motion: To eliminate the Grant Sustainability Coordinator position paid from grant funding.

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

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

Motion: To leave the total budget (General Fund total) in the amount as proposed by the Williamson County Budget Office; eliminate one General Fund Mobile Outreach Team (MOT) position and move such funding for that position from MOT to 01-0100-0409 Non-Departmental; move two positions from MOT to the new High Utilizer Group (HUG) / Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment Program (DSRIP) (funded through the Tobacco Fund) and move such funding for those positions from MOT to 01-0100-0409 Non-Departmental; reduce the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) budget by $56,000.00 and move those funds to 01-0100-0409 Non-Departmental; eliminate the MOT grant funded position; and the Budget Officer is to report to Commissioners Court at a later date as to whether the vehicle count is proper for MOT.

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 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve adding $16,740.23 to the General Fund Budget for 1% Cost of Living Adjustment for the new positions added and approved by the Court for Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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 add $7,000,000.00 to the General Fund Budget from Available Unassigned Fund Balance to be used for Cash Ending Reduction Projects.

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 the 2017-2018 General Fund Budget.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley and Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To add $4,076,004.99 to the General Fund Budget for Cash Ending Reduction Projects.

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: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 

Motion: To approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018 General Fund Budget of $191,598,091.00.

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
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Road and Bridge Fund County Budget.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018 Road and Bridge Fund Budget for $33,680,150.99

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 appropriate action on the 2017-2018 Debt Service Fund County Budget.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018 Debt Service Fund Budget for $102,419,161.67.

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 regarding the adoption of the 2017 tax rates for Williamson County.
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The following persons addressed the Court:
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley 
Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig
 
 

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

Motion: To approve a tax rate of $0.04 per $100.00 of taxable value for the purpose of assessing the Road and Bridge Taxes.

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

Motion: To approve a tax rate of $0.1675 per $100.00 of taxable value for the purpose of Interest and Sinking Service.

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 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a tax rate of $0.259029 per $100.00 of taxable value for the purpose of Maintenance and Operations (M & O).

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 AT 2:55 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 29, 2017.
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED AT 3:10 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 29, 2017.
 

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

Motion: To approve that the property tax rate be increased by the adoption of a total tax rate of $0.466529 which is effectively a 2.3 percent increase in the tax rate. This tax rate will raise more taxes for Maintenance and Operations than last year's rate; and the tax rate will effectively be raised by 0.74 percent and will raise taxes for Maintenance and Operations on a $100,000.00 home by approximately $1.92.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the FY17/18 Budget Order. 
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No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding Trail and Access Use Agreement with Highlands at Mayfield Ranch Master Community, Inc. and Williamson County.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Trail and Access Use Agreement with Highlands at Mayfield Ranch Master Community, 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:
 
43.
Consider approving the FY18 CSCD (Adult Probation) Co-Op Agreement for Felony Bond Pre-Trail Services.
 
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Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) Director Steve Morrison addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018 Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD-Adult Probation) Co-Op Agreement for Felony Bond Pre-Trail 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
Attachments:
 
44.
Consider approving the FY18 CSCD (Adult Probation) CSR Memorandum of Understanding.
 
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Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) Director Steve Morrison addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018 Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD - Adult Probation) Community Service Restitution (CSR) Memorandum of Understanding.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
45.
Consider approving a FY-18 DWI/Drug Specialty Court Memorandum of Understanding for individual counseling services, that is operated through CSCD (Adult Probation).
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Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) Director Steve Morrison addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018 Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) / Drug Specialty Court Memorandum of Understanding for individual counseling services operated through Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD-Adult Probation).

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 Waterline Easement between Williamson County, Texas, as Grantor, and Lone Star Regional Water Authority, as Grantee, relating to a strip of land near the intersection of State Highway 29 East and State Highway 95, which consists of 0.141 of an acre of land, situated in the Absalom Jett Survey, Abstract No. 343, being situated in the County of Williamson, State of Texas.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Waterline Easement between Williamson County, Texas, as Grantor, and Lone Star Regional Water Authority, as Grantee, relating to a strip of land near the intersection of State Highway 29 East and State Highway 95, which consists of 0.141 of an acre of land, situated in the Absalom Jett Survey, Abstract No. 343, being situated in the County of Williamson, State of 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 a Agreement to terminate the Interlocal Agreement for ambulance housing at Station #1, in ESD #1. EMS will continue to provide service in ESD #1.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve an Agreement to Terminate the Interlocal Agreement for ambulance housing at Station #1, in Emergency Services District (ESD) #1. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will continue to provide service in ESD #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:
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take any appropriate action regarding the approval of the early voting by personal appearance full time poling locations and voting hours for the Special Elections to be held November 7, 2017.
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Elections Administrator Chris Davis addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve early voting by personal appearance full-time poling locations and voting hours for the Special Elections to be held November 7, 2017.

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 any appropriate action regarding the approval of the Election Day Vote Centers for the Special Elections to be held November 7, 2017.
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Elections Administrator Chris Davis addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve the Election Day Vote Centers for the Special Elections to be held November 7, 2017.

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 regarding the appointment of election Judges and Alternate Judges to serve a one year term beginning September 1, 2017 and ending August 31, 2017.
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Elections Administrator Chris Davis addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve the appointment of election Judges and Alternate Judges to serve a one year term beginning September 1, 2017 and ending August 31, 2017.

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 the Williamson County Cities Health District OSSF Department employees' current vacation, sick, holiday, floating holiday, compensatory time leave balances and longevity; as well as take action, if necessary, to retract and replace any prior action taken under item #35 of the Williamson County Commissioners Court's August 22, 2017 Regular Session.
 
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52.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving agreement between Mtech Comfort Systems, USA and Williamson County for Installation Component of HVAC Units for the Justice Center, in the amount of $231,400.00 pursuant to TIPS contract # 1032615, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an agreement between Mtech Comfort Systems, USA and Williamson County for the Installation Component of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Units for the Justice Center, in the amount of $231,400.00 pursuant to The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) contract #1032615, 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
Attachments:
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Promotional Examination Services and Materials Agreement for the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office between Williamson County and LeaderSelect, LLC.
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Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Bureau Chief Roy Fikac addressed the Court.  
 

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

Motion: To approve a Promotional Examination Services and Materials Agreement for the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office between Williamson County and LeaderSelect, LLC. to be paid for from the Sheriff's Office 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
Attachments:
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for RFP 1708-185 Pharmaceutical Service and Supplies.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for Request for Proposal (RFP) #1708-185 Pharmaceutical Service and Supplies.

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:
 
55.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB# 1706-170, for CR 403 Bridge Riprap Replacement to the lowest and best bidder, Patin Construction, and authorizing the execution of service agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1706-170, for County Road (CR) 403 Bridge Riprap Replacement to the lowest and best bidder, Patin Construction, 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
Attachments:
 
56.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB# 1706-168, for Inner Loop Improvements to the lowest and best bidder, Chasco Constructors, and authorizing the execution of service agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1706-168, for Inner Loop Improvements to the lowest and best bidder, Chasco Constructors, and to authorize 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
Attachments:
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional expenditures for Emergency Management.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional revenue for Emergency Management:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-364100 Insurance Reimbursements $11,617.90

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
 
58.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional expenditures for Emergency Management.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. 
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0541-004541 Vehicle Repairs and Maintenance $11,617.90

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
 
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the General Fund in the Health District Department:
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the General Fund in the Health District Department; with a correction reducing the amount from $2,700,000.00 to $1,685,866.12:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0630-004909 Uncompensated Care Program $1,685,866.12

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 EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:55 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 29, 2017.
 
60.
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
    g)    Project New World
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
61.
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 278 @ Bagdad Rd.
    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.
    w)    Discuss Cedar Hollow low water crossings and Lost River.
    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. 
    aa)    Discuss CR 234/CR 146 Leschber- tax lien

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. 
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
62.
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.
r) Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-153-SS, Royce Belcher v. Williamson County, Texas, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
63.
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.
 
64.
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 1:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 29, 2017.
 
65.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
66.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
67.
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.
r) Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-153-SS, Royce Belcher v. Williamson County, Texas, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
No action was taken on this item.
 
68.
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.
 
69.
Comments from Commissioners.
Commissioner Covey would like to thank those that are helping with the Hurricane Harvey relief efforts and express appreciation for Texans coming together to help others in a time of need. A general consensus of the Court agreed with Commissioner Covey.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 3:18 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 29, 2017.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 12th day of September, 2017.


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

By: Brandy Cox, Deputy