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Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

 
MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
September 12, 2017


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:34 A.M. on TUESDAY, September 12, 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 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the Special Session - Budget Modification Voting Session of Commissioners' Court on Monday, August 28, 2017 and Regular Session of Commissioners' Court on Tuesday, August 29, 2017; with a correction to the August 29, 2017 Commissioners' Court Minutes Agenda item #50 to reflect a beginning date of September 1, 2017 and an ending date of August 31, 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
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 $5,551,056.27 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:
Victor Marek of Schwertner 
Mark Bofferding of Leander
Al Fischer of Georgetown
Larry Hehman of Georgetown
Mike Hovatter of Georgetown
Tim Willis of Georgetown
David Berger of Georgetown
Mike Vandergriff of Georgetown

No action was taken on this item. 
 
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 – 40)
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Pct. 3 Constable Office.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Constable Precinct #3:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0553-003002 Constable #3 / Vehicle Equipment $3,170.00
To 0100-0553-005700 Constable #3 / Vehicle $3,170.00

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 a line item transfer for Constable Precinct Four.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Constable Precinct #4:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0554-003003 Constable #4 / Radio $6,959.14
To 0100-0554-003010 Constable #4 / Computer Equipment $959.14
To 0100-0554-003008 Constable #4 / Law Enforcement Equipment $6,000.00

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 EMS.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-004610 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) / Rent $5,000.00
To 0100-0540-003307 EMS / Pharmaceuticals $5,000.00

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 line item transfers for Animal Services (Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter). 
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0545-0545-003001 Small Equipment $800.00
From 0545-0545-003100 Office Supplies $1,000.00
From 0545-0545-003318 Janitorial Supplies $1,000.00
From 0545-0545-003200 Medical Supplies $3,000.00
From 0545-0545-004300 Courier Service $500.00
To 0545-0545-004975 Animal Medical Care $6,300.00

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 a line item transfer for the County sheriff.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0560-05008 Law Enforcement Equipment >$5,000.00 $7,412.00
To 0100-0560-03008 Law Enforcement Equipment <$5,000.00 $7,412.00

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 the County Attorney's Office.
 

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

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 $27,019.56
To 0100-0475-001107 Temp Labor-Seasonal Help $2,066.52
To 0100-0475-002010 FICA $158.08
To 0100-0475-004232 Training, Conferences, Seminars $5,858.00
To 0100-0475-003005 Office Furniture <$5,000.00 $2,500.00
To 0100-0475-003006 Office Equipment <$5,000.00 $5,600.00
To 0100-0475-003010 Computer Equipment < $5,000.00 $7,700.00
To 0100-0475-004999 Miscellaneous $636.96
To 0100-0475-004509 Facility Enhancements $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
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on line item transfer for Juvenile Services. 
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0576-004102 Residential Services $7,000.00
To 0100-0576-005000 Capital Outlay $7,000.00

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
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a line item transfer for JP4.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Justice of the Peach Precinct #4:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0454-004210 Internet $500.00
From 0100-0454-004350 Printed Materials and Binding $600.00
From 0100-0454-004410 Bond Premiums $300.00
From 0100-0454-004500 Maintenance Contracts $250.00
To 0100-0454-003901 Publications $1,650.00

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 concerning Line Item Transfers for Fleet Services.
 

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

Motion: To approve line Item transfers for Fleet Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0882-0882-003524 Sublets $15,000.00
To 0882-0882-003525 Tires, Tubes $15,000.00
From 0882-0882-003524 Sublets $3,000.00
To 0882-0882-003522 Batteries $3,000.00
From 0882.0882.003301 Gasoline $40,000.00
To 0882-0882-003523 Parts $40,000.00
From 0882-0882-003301 Gasoline $10,000.00
To 0882-0882-003303 Oil, Grease $10,000.00
From 0882-0882-003001 Small Tools $706.83
To 0882-0882-004543 Repairs To Equipment $706.83

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 approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
 

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

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:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (36) Computers, (29) Monitors, (18) Mice, (24) Keyboards, (5) Speakers, (15) Power cords, (2) Wireless keyboard and mouse, (7) Printers, (6) Laptops, (4) Laptop Dock, (2) Batteries, (1) Shredder, (3) VGA Cables, (2) USB Cables, (3) Monitor stands, (1) Phone, (1) Box of Misc. Keyboards and Mice, (2) File Carts, (6) Blue Recycle Bin, (1) Label Makers, (2) Calculators, (1) 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (36) computers, (29) monitors, (18) mice, (24) keyboards, (5) speakers, (15) power cords, (2) wireless keyboard and mouse, (7) printers, (6) laptops, (4) laptop dock, (2) batteries, (1) shredder, (3) VGA cables, (2) USB cables, (3) monitor stands, (1) phone, (1) box of miscellaneous keyboards and mice, (2) file carts, (6) blue recycle bin, (1) label makers, (2) calculators, (1) 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (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
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through sale Insurance company (2) 2013 Ford F-450's and (2) 2013 Wheeled ambulance coach boxes (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152. 
 

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

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through trade-in (2) 2013 Ford F-450s and (2) 2013 Wheeled ambulance coach boxes (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
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.
 

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

Motion: To approve waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office pursuant to Section 33.011 of the Texas Property Tax Code.

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.
Consider and take appropriate action on appointment of David Van Goethem and Robert L. Cowart as unpaid Reserve Deputy Constables for the Precinct 2 Constable's Office. 
 

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

Motion: To approve appointment of David Van Goethem and Robert L. Cowart as unpaid Reserve Deputy Constables 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
 
19.
Consider and take appropriate action on accepting a donation of body armor ballistic plates and plate carriers for the Constable Precinct 1 office from Marlie Walker.
 

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

Motion: To approve accepting a donation of body armor ballistic plates and plate carriers for Constable Precinct #1 from Marlie 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
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with Teravista MUD for off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies.
 

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

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of the Standard Agreement with Teravista Municipal Utility District (MUD) for off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies.

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.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a donation to Williamson County Sheriff's Office from Nick Boris in the amount of $630.00.
 

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

Motion: To approve accepting a donation to Williamson County Sheriff's Office from Nick Boris in the amount of $630.00.

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
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the North Campus Project; Change Order #17 in the amount of $2,450.00 to be paid from the Buyout Savings for Elevator interior upgrade.
 

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

Motion: To approve accepting a report on the North Campus Project; Change Order #17 in the amount of $2,450.00 to be paid from the Buyout Savings for elevator interior upgrade.

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 accepting and approving a report on the North Campus Project; Change Order #18 in the amount of $1,747.00 to be paid from the Construction Manager’s Contingency for X-Bracing Modification.
 

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

Motion: To approve accepting a report on the North Campus Project; Change Order #18 in the amount of $1,747.00 to be paid from the Construction Manager’s Contingency for x-bracing modification.

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.
Receive and acknowledge Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Texas A&M Transportation Institute and Williamson County dated April 26, 2016 for Foam Asphalt Pavement Design.  This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only.  The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same. 
 

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

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Texas A&M Transportation Institute and Williamson County dated April 26, 2016 for Foam Asphalt Pavement Design, extending the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only. The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.

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
 
25.
Receive and acknowledge Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Kleinfelder, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 23, 2017 for On Call Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing.  This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only.  The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same. 
 

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

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Kleinfelder, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 23, 2017 for On Call Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing extending the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only. The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.

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
 
26.
Receive and acknowledge Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated September 3, 2015 for Traffic Signal Warrant study - Neenah Ave and Pearson RR.  This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only.  The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same. 
 

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

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated September 3, 2015 for Traffic Signal Warrant study - Neenah Avenue and Pearson Ranch Raod extending the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only. The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.

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.
Receive and acknowledge Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Steger Bizzell Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 17, 2017 for Professional Engineering Design Services for Culverts.  This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only.  The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same. 
 

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

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Steger Bizzell Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 17, 2017 for Professional Engineering Design Services for Culverts extending the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only. The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.

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.
Receive and acknowledge Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Steger Bizzell Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 17, 2017 for On Call Professional Engineering Services.  This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only.  The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same. 
 

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

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Steger Bizzell Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 17, 2017 for On Call Professional Engineering Services extending the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only. The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.

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
 
29.
Receive and acknowledge Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Walker Texas Surveyors, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 18, 2015 for on call survey services at various locations.  This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only.  The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same. 
 

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

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Walker Texas Surveyors, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 18, 2015 for on call survey services at various locations extending the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only. The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.

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
 
30.
Receive and acknowledge Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Diamond Surveying, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 18, 2015 for on call survey on various county roads.  This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only.  The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same. 
 

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

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Diamond Surveying, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 18, 2015 for on call survey on various county roads extending the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only. The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.

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
 
31.
Receive and acknowledge Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Terracon Consultants Inc. and Williamson County dated February 2, 2015 for on call geotechnical and lab testing services.  This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only.  The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same. 
 

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

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Terracon Consultants Inc. and Williamson County dated February 2, 2015 for on call geotechnical and lab testing services extending the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only. The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.

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
 
32.
Receive and acknowledge Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 25, 2017 for on call utility coordination and relocation services.  This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2018.  The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same. 
 

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

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 25, 2017 for on call utility coordination and relocation services extending the expiration date to September 30, 2018 only. The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.

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 Work Authorization No 2 for On Call Professional Engineering Services under contract for Engineering Services between Freese and Nichols Inc and Williamson County Road and Bridge dated December 22, 2016. 
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
34.
Receive and acknowledge Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Kimley-Horn and Associates and Williamson County dated September 3, 2015 for Signal Design - CR 119 at Limmer Loop.  This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to October 31, 2017.  The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same. 
 

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

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Kimley-Horn and Associates and Williamson County dated September 3, 2015 for Signal Design - County Road (CR) 119 at Limmer Loop extending the expiration date to October 31, 2017. The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.

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
 
35.
Receive and acknowledge Supplemental Work Authorization No. 3 under Williamson County Contract between Freese and Nichols, Inc. and Williamson County dated April 07, 2016 for Engineering Design Services for the repair of San Gabriel Ranch Road.  This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2018.  The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same. 
 

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

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Supplemental Work Authorization No. 3 under Williamson County Contract between Freese and Nichols, Inc. and Williamson County dated April 07, 2016 for Engineering Design Services for the repair of San Gabriel Ranch Road extending the expiration date to September 30, 2018. The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.

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
 
36.
Receive and acknowledge Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 under Williamson County Contract between Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 18, 2015 for On Call Geotechnical and Lab Testing Services.  This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2018.  The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same. 
 

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

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 under Williamson County Contract between Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 18, 2015 for On Call Geotechnical and Lab Testing Services extending the expiration date to September 30, 2018. The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.

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 approval of the final plat for the Rancho Sienna Section 16 subdivision - Pct 3
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Rancho Sienna Section 16 subdivision - 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:
 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Rancho Sienna Section 16 subdivision - Pct 3 
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Rancho Sienna Section 16 subdivision - 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
________________________________________
 

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

Motion: To amend the Motion from Rancho Sienna Section 16 subdivision to Rancho Sienna Section 18B subdivision - Precinct #3.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Rancho Sienna Section 11 Ph 2 subdivision - Pct 3 
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Rancho Sienna Section 11 Phase 2 subdivision - 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
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Shell West Reserve subdivision - Pct 3 
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Shell West Reserve subdivision - 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:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to recognize Cathy Atkinson as the recipient of Marillyn Albert Achievement Award from the Texas Association of Assessing Officers.
Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes addressed the Court.  
 

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

Motion: To recognize Cathy Atkinson as the recipient of Marillyn Albert Achievement Award from the Texas Association of Assessing Officers.

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 on proclamation designating the week of September 10 - 16, 2017 as "Suicide Prevention and Awareness Week" in Williamson County, Texas.
The following persons addressed the Court:
Alan's Hope Committee Chair Tammy Smith
Justice of the Peace Precinct #2 Court Administrator Sheri Friedman
Pick with Austin, Inc Founder Jeff Curley
Juvenile Services Assistant Juvenile Director Matt Smith
 

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

Motion: To approve a proclamation designating the week of September 10 - 16, 2017 as "Suicide Prevention and Awareness Week" in Williamson County, 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
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to recognize the Williamson County and Cities Health District on their national accreditation and certification.
Williamson County and Cities Health District Executive Director John Teel addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To recognize the Williamson County and Cities Health District on their national accreditation and certification.

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.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging the receipt of the Certificate of Acheivement in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2016 and the Award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2016 from the Government Finance Officers Association:
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 acknowledge receipt of the Certificate of Achievement in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2016 and the Award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2016 from the Government Finance Officers Association.

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 passing a resolution naming September as Preparedness Month and to formally announce the launch of the WILCO Ready mobile application.
Director of Emergency Management Jarred Thomas addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a resolution naming September as Preparedness Month and to formally announce the launch of the Williamson County (WILCO) Ready mobile application.

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 the Department of Infrastructure's presentation and recommendation regarding the Cedar Hollow Relief Route, low water bridge flooding, and all other matters relating thereto.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve an extension of Oak Haven Circle to Wind Ridge Cove with a cost of up to $500,000.00 including culvert work on Lost River Boulevard to be paid out of the Road and Bridge fund.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Nay:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh invited everyone to:

Precinct #3 Annex Building Ground Breaking Ceremony
Wilco Way between the Child Advocacy Center and the Juvenile Justice Center
September 12, 2017
2:30 P.M.

Pearson Ranch Road Ribbon Cutting
Pearson Ranch Road and Ranch-to-Market 620
September 14, 2017
10:00 A.M.

No action was taken on this item. 
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Supplemental No. 1 to the Professional Service Agreement (PSA) for Great Oaks Bridge Phase 1 between Williamson County and P.E. Structural Consultants, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program.
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental No. 1 to the Professional Service Agreement (PSA) for Great Oaks Bridge Phase 1 between Williamson County and P.E. Structural Consultants, 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
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the North Campus Project; Change Order #19 in the amount of $577,128.00 to be paid from the Buyout Savings for Alternate #4, Vehicle Inspection Storage.
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 accept and approve a report on the North Campus Project; Change Order #19 in the amount of $577,128.00 to be paid from the Buyout Savings for Alternate #4, Vehicle Inspection Storage.

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 a real estate contract with Michael and Jean Marx for right of way needed on CR 101 (Parcel 44).
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 approve a real estate contract with Michael and Jean Marx for right of way needed on County Road (CR) 101 (Parcel 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:
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Letter Agreement with Robert Prasatik for right of way needed on CR 101 (Parcel 14). 
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 approve a Letter Agreement with Robert Prasatik for right of way needed on County Road (CR) 101 (Parcel 14).

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 a Resolution for Condemnation regarding right of way needed from Sam McFarlin on CR 101 (Parcel 27). 
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Attorney Charles Crossfield of Sheets and Crossfield addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire the property owned by Sam McFarlin for the widening of County Road (CR) 101 (Parcel 27) to be paid 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:
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Resolution for Condemnation regarding right of way needed from Sam McFarlin on CR 101 (Parcel 28). 
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Attorney Charles Crossfield of Sheets and Crossfield addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire the property owned by Sam McFarlin for the widening of County Road (CR) 101 (Parcel 28) to be paid 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
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Resolution for Condemnation regarding right of way needed from Bradley and Patricia Blessing on the Seward Junction SE Loop (Parcel 11). 
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Attorney Charles Crossfield of Sheets and Crossfield addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire the property owned by Bradley and Patricia Blessing on the Seward Junction Southeast (SE) Loop (Parcel 11) to be paid 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
 
55.
Authorize the County Judge to execute an Escrow Agreement with the San Gabriel Ridge Properties, LLC regarding Shops at San Gabriel Ridge for future traffic signals at intersection of Whitewing Drive and US 183.
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 authorize the County Judge to execute an Escrow Agreement with the San Gabriel Ridge Properties, LLC regarding Shops at San Gabriel Ridge for future traffic signals at intersection of Whitewing Drive and United States (US) 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:
 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Resolution Clarifying a Resolution Authorizing the Release and Vacation of a Portion of the Right of Way for County Road 117.
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 approve a Resolution Clarifying a Resolution Authorizing the Release and Vacation of a Portion of the Right of Way for County Road 117.

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 any appropriate action for adoption and implementation of policies, guidelines, and procedures for the Williamson County Facilities and the Road & Bridge Departments regarding project and roadwork signs to limit such signage to informing the public of the precinct number and relevant information such as funding sources or other governmental entities involved in project(s) without naming specific local elected officials in order to meet legal compliance with Tex. Elec. Code Section 255.003, which prohibits the use of public funds for any political advertising or promotion. Proposed policy would exempt small signs for office suites and building historical markers giving information on the commissioners court administration that completed the building project.
The following persons addressed the Court:
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes
County Attorney Dee Hobbs
County Attorney Chief Civil Attorney Hank Prejean

No action was taken on this item. 

 
Attachments:
 
58.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding First Amended Billing and Accounts Receivable Service Agreement with DM Medical Billings, LLC to support operations of Williamson County EMS.
 
Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a First Amended Billing and Accounts Receivable Service Agreement with DM Medical Billings, LLC to support operations of Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

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 take appropriate action on authorizing the County Judge to execute the Seton Healthcare Family – Seton Cancer Screening   Administrative Letter of Agreement for Mobile Mammography Services to be provided for covered members during the Williamson County Annual Benefit Fair that will be held on September 28, 2017 at the San Gabriel Community Center in Georgetown, TX.
 
Director of Benefits Administration Shelley Loughrey addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the Seton Healthcare Family – Seton Cancer Screening Administrative Letter of Agreement for Mobile Mammography Services to be provided for covered members during the Williamson County Annual Benefit Fair that will be held on September 28, 2017 at the San Gabriel Community Center in Georgetown, 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
 
60.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on removing Deputy Director position from the EMS Department (0540) General Fund budget.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
61.
 Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on moving five (5) DSRIP funded Paramedic positions into the EMS Department (0540) General Fund budget for five (5) EMS funded Paramedic positions.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
62.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on moving two (2) EMS Captains currently funded through DSRIP project into the EMS Department (0540) General Fund budget.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
63.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on line item changes for the EMS Department (0540) budget.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
64.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on moving $148,000 for replacement vehicles from MOT Department (0341) and moving to Non-Departmental (0409) to provide match for grant for Crisis Stabilization beds.
No action was taken on this item.
 
65.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on salaries, fringes and associated costs of $234,301.74 for three (3) FTE's from MOT Department (0341) in Non-Departmental (0409) to provide match for grant for Crisis Stabilization beds.
 
No action was taken on this item.
 
66.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on resolution in support of Williamson County grant match to Bluebonnet Trails Community Services for a 12-bed Crisis Stabilization Unit available through State of Texas grant funding provided through HB 13 enacted during the 85th Legislative Session.
 

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

Motion: To approve a resolution in support of Williamson County grant match to Bluebonnet Trails Community Services for a 12-bed Crisis Stabilization Unit available through the State of Texas grant funding provided through House Bill (HB) 13 enacted during the 85th Legislative Session.

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:
 
67.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on moving delta of $56,000 from Non-Departmental (0409) Unallocated to Non-Departmental (0409) to provide match for grant for Crisis Stabilization beds.
No action was taken on this item.
 
68.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on eliminating the Deputy Director Of Emergency Medical Services Position in the amount of $154,922.46, adding two Captain’s positions funding to the EMS budget for the full calendar year amount of $212,541.08, transferring $64,724.57 to the EMS budget from the Unallocated Budget in 409 to cover the delta cost of the five paramedics to staff the new Cedar Park station, and transferring $57,618.62 from the Unallocated Budget in 409 to the EMS budget to cover the delta in difference of the items listed. 
 

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

Motion: To eliminate the Deputy Director Of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Position in the amount of $154,922.46, adding two Captain’s positions funding to the EMS budget for the full calendar year in the amount of $212,541.08 including fringe, transferring $60,241.22 to the EMS budget from the Unallocated Budget in 409 to cover the delta cost of the five paramedics to staff the new Cedar Park station, and transferring $57,618.62 from the Unallocated Budget in 409 to the EMS budget to cover the delta in difference of the items listed.

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:
 
69.
Discuss the authorization to establish a Williamson County Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) legislation passed during the 85th Legislative Session and discuss a request to use LPPF funds as Inter Governmental Transfer (IGT) to access unallocated Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment (DSRIP) funds.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
70.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Williamson County and Cities Heath District for Influenza Immunization Program for Fiscal Year 2018.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Williamson County and Cities Heath District for the Influenza Immunization Program for Fiscal Year 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
Attachments:
 
71.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the Budget Order for FY17/18.
No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
72.
 Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the Budget for 2017 - 2018.
No action was taken on this item.
 
73.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving updates to the Employee Policy Manual. 
The following persons addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore
Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
County Auditor Jerri Jones
 
 

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

Motion: To approve updates to the Employee Policy Manual.

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
 
74.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on raising the waiver exempting the County Judge's approval of electronic requisitions from $2,000 to $5,000.
 

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

Motion: To raise the waiver exempting the County Judge's approval of electronic requisitions from $2,000.00 to $5,000.00.

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
 
75.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving annual request to exempt from competitive bidding/proposal requirements pursuant to Tex.Loc. Gov't Code $262024(11) ("vehicle and equipment repairs") (i.e. those not covered by insurance coverage and that are paid for from county funds) for FY2017/2018 based on criteria and definitions provided by the Williamson County Purchasing Agent.
 

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

Motion: To accept the annual request to exempt from competitive bidding/proposal requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 262024(11) ("Vehicle and Equipment Repairs") (i.e. those not covered by insurance coverage and that are paid for from county funds) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018 based on criteria and definitions provided by the Williamson County Purchasing Agent.

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:
 
76.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB# 1707-177, for Hauling Services to the lowest and best bidders, Statewide Materials Transport Ltd. as primary vendor and Lewis Clark Trucking, LLC. as secondary vendor.
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1707-177, for Hauling Services to the lowest and best bidders, Statewide Materials Transport Ltd. as primary vendor and Lewis Clark Trucking, LLC. as secondary vendor.

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
 
77.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB# 1707-173, for Wilco Annex and Children's Advocacy Center  Fog Seal to the lowest and best bidder, Alpha Paving, and authorizing the execution of service agreement.
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1707-173, for Wilco Annex and Children's Advocacy Center Fog Seal to the lowest and best bidder, Alpha Paving, 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:
 
78.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Landscape Maintenance for the County per contract #1506-077, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018, with Red White Greenery.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the extension of Landscape Maintenance for the County per contract #1506-077, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term beginning October 1, 2017 and ending September 30, 2018, with Red White Greenery.

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
 
79.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Heart of Texas Landscape & Irrigation and Williamson County for Landscaping services for the Sheriffs' Office Firing Range in Hutto.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
80.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ# 1704-155, for Professional Engineering Services for CR 366 Widening to the best qualifying firm, Garver LLC., and authorizing the execution of the professional services agreement.
 

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

Motion: To award Request for Qualifications (RFQ) #1704-155, for Professional Engineering Services for County Road (CR) 366 Widening to the best qualifying firm, Garver LLC., and to authorize the execution of the professional services 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
 
81.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP # 1707-172 Tennis Pro Manager - Southwest Williamson County Regional Park, to the highest scoring proposer Rippner Tennis.
 

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

Motion: To award Request for Proposal (RFP) #1707-172 Tennis Pro Manager - Southwest Williamson County Regional Park, to the highest scoring proposer Rippner Tennis.

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
 
82.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB# 1708-183, for Cross Culvert Replacement to the lowest and best bidder, DeNucci Constructors LLC., and authorizing the execution of service agreement.
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1708-183, for Cross Culvert Replacement to the lowest and best bidder, DeNucci Constructors LLC., 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
 
83.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB# 1708-178 Flexible Base Materials to the lowest and best bidders JGM Aggregates LLC as primary vendor, Heartland Quarries, LLC as secondary vendor, and Central Texas Stone and Aggregate as tertiary vendor. 
 
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1708-178 Flexible Base Materials to the lowest and best bidders JGM Aggregates LLC as primary vendor, Heartland Quarries, LLC as secondary vendor, and Central Texas Stone and Aggregate as tertiary vendor.

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
 
84.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Asphalt Emulsions Services under IFB #1708-188.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and to receive sealed bids for Asphalt Emulsions Services under Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1708-188.

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:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:30 P.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2017.
 
85.
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
    h)    Coop District Development 
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
86.
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. 
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
87.
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.
 
88.
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.
 
89.
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 1:21 P.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2017.
 
90.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
91.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
92.
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. 
 
93.
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.
 
94.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 1:24 P.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2017.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 19th day of September, 2017.


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

By: Brandy Cox, Deputy