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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
September 26, 2017


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:36 A.M. on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 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 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the September 19, 2017 meeting.

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

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,683,608.09 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:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Paulo Pinto of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill

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 – 22)
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for District Courts.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.  
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
FROM 0100-0435-004132 Court Appointed Attorney - Criminal $12,000.00
TO 0100-0435-004131 Court Appointed Attorney - Family $12,000.00

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
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.  This item was pulled from the Agenda.  
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for County Court at Law #3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for County Court at Law #3:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0428-004010 CCL #3 / Visiting Judges $998.00
To 0100-0428-003005 CCL #3 / Furniture $998.00

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 acknowledging line item transfers of $500.00 of less completed by the County Auditor during Fiscal Year 2017.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.  
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers of $500.00 or less completed by the County Auditor during Fiscal Year 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:
 
9.
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 2 Cynthia Long 

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:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (2) Metal File Cabinet, (2) Wood Book Shelves, (196) Various Law Books, (15) Office Chairs, (4) Hand held Radio's (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 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (2) metal file cabinet, (2) wood book shelves, (196) various law books, (15) office chairs, (4) hand held radios (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:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, August 2017 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the Justice of the Peace Precinct #4 August 2017 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedures Section 103.005.

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 any appropriate action regarding approval or ratification of monthly Treasurer's Report on Williamson County Finances for August 2017 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §114.026.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the monthly Treasurer's Report on Williamson County Finances for August 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:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to accept a donation of ballistic body armor plates and plate carriers for the Sheriff's Office from Marilie Walker.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve accepting a donation of ballistic body armor plates and plate carriers for the Sheriff's Office 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
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with Vista Oaks MUD for off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of the Standard Agreement with Vista Oaks 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
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding request of Constable Precinct One for approval os Cristobal Gutierrez to the new deputy constable position in precinct one pursuant to Texas Local Gov't code 86.011 with a start date of 10/6/17. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a request from Constable Precinct #1 for approval of Cristobal Gutierrez to the new deputy constable position pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011 with a start date of October 6, 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
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between PaveTex Engineering & Testing Inc and Williamson County dated January 10, 2017 for On Call Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 2 under Williamson County Contract between PaveTex Engineering & Testing Inc and Williamson County dated January 10, 2017 for On Call Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing.

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 Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Balcones Geotechnical PLLC and Williamson County dated December 1, 2016 for Geotechnical Engineering for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Balcones Geotechnical PLLC and Williamson County dated December 1, 2016 for Geotechnical Engineering for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.

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 appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County contract between Raba Kistner Inc and Williamson County dated November 10, 2016 for Construction Material Testing and Inspection for Williamson County North Campus Facilities. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County contract between Raba Kistner Inc and Williamson County dated November 10, 2016 for construction material testing and inspection for Williamson County North Campus Facilities.

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 appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Raba Kistner Inc and Williamson County dated December 1, 2016 for River Ranch Phase I Improvements.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Raba Kistner Inc and Williamson County dated December 1, 2016 for River Ranch Phase I Improvements.

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 on approval of the final plat for the Sphere Subdivision One subdivision - Pct 3
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Sphere Subdivision One 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:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the renewal of the Texas Workforce Commission Contract for Constable Pct. 3. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve renewing the Texas Workforce Commission Contract for Constable 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:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the renewal of the vehicle usage contract with Austin Materials for Constable Pct. 3 and Pct. 2. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve renewing the vehicle usage contract with Austin Materials for Constables Precinct #3 and 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
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing the Purchasing Department as the recipient of the 2017 Achievement of Excellence in Public Procurement Award by the National Procurement Institute (NPI).
 
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Purchasing Agent Randy Barker addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To recognize the Purchasing Department as the recipient of the 2017 Achievement of Excellence in Public Procurement Award by the National Procurement Institute (NPI).

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.
Hear presentation regarding Field of Honor, a Tribute to Service Above Self.
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Field of Honor Co-Chairperson Jeanne McClellan addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item. 
Attachments:
 
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 invited everyone to a Groundbreaking Ceremony:

Inner Loop Safety Project
1855 South East Inner Loop
Georgetown, Texas 78626
(Williamson County Animal Shelter parking lot)
October 6, 2017
10:00 A.M. 

No action was taken on this item. 
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a contract amendment no. 1 for the Corridor A1 (FM1660) project between Williamson County and Kennedy Consulting, Inc. relating to the LRTP Corridor Program.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a contract amendment no. 1 for the Corridor A1 / Farm to Market (FM) 1660 project between Williamson County and Kennedy Consulting, Inc. relating to the Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Corridor 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 $65,103.79 for Forest North Phase 1, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 1.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 5 in the amount of $65,103.79 for Forest North Phase 1, a Road Bond Project in Precinct #1.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider, and take any appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 6 in the amount of $29,148.01 for Forest North Phase 1, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 1.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 6 in the amount of $29,148.01 for Forest North Phase 1, a Road Bond Project in Precinct #1.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Utility Joint Use Agreement between Frontier Communications and Williamson County for utility relocations on the Inner Loop at Wilco Way, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 3.
 
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a Utility Joint Use Agreement between Frontier Communications and Williamson County for utility relocations on the Inner Loop at Wilco Way, 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:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the 355 Texas Avenue (WCCHD Remodel) Project; Change Order #4 in the amount of $3,113.00 to be paid from the Owner's Contingency for Under Slab Concrete Coring.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge a report on the 355 Texas Avenue Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD) remodel Project; Change Order #4 in the amount of $3,113.00 to be paid from the Owner's Contingency for under slab concrete coring.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a First Amendment to Agreement Between Owner and Contractor for the remodel and reconstruction of the Cedar Park Tax Office.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve the First Amendment to Agreement Between Owner and Contractor for the remodel and reconstruction of the Cedar Park Tax Office.

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 an Order Abandoning CR 123. 
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve an order abandoning County Road (CR) 123.

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 Development Agreement Regarding Tesoro Subdivision County Road with Tribar, LLC.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a development agreement regarding Tesoro Subdivision County Road with Tribar, LLC.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the Technology Project Policy.
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Director of Public Safety Technology Richard Semple addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve the Technology Project Policy.

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:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving public services funding agreements as per the FY'18 adopted budget approved by Commissioners Court on August 29, 2017.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve public services funding agreements as per the Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018 adopted budget approved by Commissioners' Court on August 29, 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:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the proposed 2017-18 contract with Family Eldercare relating to Probate Court Operations for Williamson County Court at Law No. 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the proposed 2017-2018 contract with Family Eldercare relating to Probate Court Operations for Williamson County Court at Law #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:
 
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the Interlocal Contract for Next Generation 9-1-1 Database Program for FY 2018 with the Capital Area Emergency Communications District. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an interlocal contract for the Next Generation 9-1-1 Database Program for Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018 with the Capital Area Emergency Communications District.

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 regarding the Constable & Sheriff Fees for 2018. 
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Precinct #3 Constable Kevin Stofle and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve the Constable and Sheriff fees for 2018 changing the Notice Fee to be equal to the Citation Fee.

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:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding proposed purchase of radios/equipment for various county departments in the amount of $1,822,871.57 from Motorola Solutions, Inc. under arrangement with the Houston-Galveston Area Council (acting as the agent for various local governmental entities who are end users under interlocal agreements to solicited quotations and obtain value pricing) to support various health and safety operations of Williamson County. (Note: Funding for departments approved in FY 2018 budget, pursuant to HGAC contract #RA05-15).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a proposed purchase of radios/equipment for various county departments in the amount of $1,822,871.57 from Motorola Solutions, Inc. under arrangement with the Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC), acting as the agent for various local governmental entities who are end users under interlocal agreements to solicited quotations and obtain value pricing, to support various health and safety operations of Williamson County. (Note: Funding for departments approved in Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018 budget, pursuant to HGAC contract #RA05-15).

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:
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take any appropriate action designating Tuesdays of each month during Fiscal Year 2018 as the Regular Term or Regular Meeting day of the week of the Williamson County Commissioners Court and all other meetings or sessions of Commissioners Court being Special Terms or Special Meetings; with such meetings being held in the Williamson County Commissioners Courtroom on the second floor of Williamson County Courthouse, 710 Main Street, Georgetown, Texas (unless otherwise amended or provided by the Williamson County Commissioners Court) [Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 81.005]. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To designate Tuesdays of each month during Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018 as the Regular Term or Regular Meeting day of the week of the Williamson County Commissioners' Court and all other meetings or sessions of Commissioners' Court being Special Terms or Special Meetings; with such meetings being held in the Williamson County Commissioners' Courtroom on the second floor of Williamson County Courthouse, 710 Main Street, Georgetown, Texas (unless otherwise amended or provided by the Williamson County Commissioners' Court) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 81.005.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Williamson County Environmental Health Services On-Site Sewage Facility (OSSF) Program and Environmental Health Service Program Fees to be effective October 1, 2017 and remain in effect until otherwise amended by the Williamson County Commissioners Court. 
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Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the Williamson County Environmental Health Services On-Site Sewage Facility (OSSF) Program and Environmental Health Service Program Fees to be effective October 1, 2017 and remain in effect until otherwise amended by the Williamson County Commissioners' Court.

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:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on extending Custodial Services Agreement for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing Contract for the term of October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018 with McLemore Building Maintenance, Inc.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To extend the custodial services agreement for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term beginning on October 1, 2017 and ending on September 30, 2018 with McLemore Building Maintenance, 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.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving agreement between Lobbyguard and Williamson County for Receptionist software and tablets in the amount of $7,100.00, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an agreement between Lobbyguard and Williamson County for receptionist software and tablets in the amount of $7,100.00, 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:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Vending Machine Services under RFP # 1709-189.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for vending machine services under Request for Proposal (RFP) #1709-189.

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.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on extending the Professional Services Agreement with Ghulan M. Kahn, M.D., for Psychiatric Services at the Williamson County Jail.
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Purchasing Agent Randy Barker addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To extend the Professional Services Agreement with Ghulan M. Kahn, M.D., for psychiatric services at the Williamson County Jail.

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 extending the Professional Services Agreement with Todd Harris, P.C. for Dental Services at the Williamson County Jail.
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Purchasing Agent Randy Barker addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To extend the Professional Services Agreement with Todd Harris, P.C. for dental services at the Williamson County Jail.

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 extending the Professional Services Agreement with Adam Barta, M.D. for Medical Services at the Williamson County Jail.
View Agenda Item
Purchasing Agent Randy Barker addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To extend the Professional Services Agreement with Adam Barta, M.D. for medical services at the Williamson County Jail.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on extending the Risk Policies Contract Agreement for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract with Texas Association of Counties (TAC) Risk Management Pool to include associated price increases.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To extend the Risk Policies Contract Agreement for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract with Texas Association of Counties (TAC) Risk Management Pool to include associated price increases.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Auditor to make any line item transfers necessary to complete the 2016-2017 budget within individual funds:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize the County Auditor to make any line item transfers necessary to complete the 2016-2017 budget within individual 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
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Auditor to transfer sufficient monies from cash ending balance of fiscal year 2016-2017 to balance the county budget for 2017-2018.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the County Auditor to transfer sufficient monies from cash ending balance of Fiscal Year (FY) 2016-2017 to balance the county budget for FY 2017-2018.

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
 
51.
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 acknowledging additional revenues for Animal Shelter Donations:
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and to approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional revenues for Animal Shelter donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0546-0000-367404 Animal Shelter Donations $25,474.71
0546-0000-367440 Jane's Fund Donations $6,821.84
0546-0000-367441 ASPCA Donations $0.00
0546-0000-367442 Play Yard Donation $420.00
0546-0000-367443 Heart Worm Treatment Donations $3,214.01
0546-0000-367445 Sit Team Donations $100.00
0546-0000-370150 Sale of Pet Care Products $1,059.44

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
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the use of Animal Shelter Donations:
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and to approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the use of Animal Shelter donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0546-0546-003510 Purchases for Resale $1,059.44
0546-0546-003670 Use of Donations $25,474.71
0546-0546-004100 Professional Services $6,821.84
0546-0546-004109 Special Needs $0.00
0546-0546-004232 Training $100.00
0546-0546-004509 Facility Enhancements $420.00
0546-0546-004975 Animal Medical Care $3,214.01

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
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Sheriff's Office Donations:
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-367400 Donations $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
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Sheriff's Office Donations:
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0560-003670 Use of Donations $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
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations:
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-367403 Park Donations $178.00

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
 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action oon an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations:
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0510-003670 Use of Donations $178.00

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
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team:
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-333220 Payments From Other Entities $700.00

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
 
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Mobile Outreach Team:
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0341-001920 Medical School Stipend $555.45
0100-0341-002010 FICA $42.49
0100-0341-002020 Retirement $74.27
0100-0341-002050 Worker's Comp $27.79

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 revenues for the Sheriff's Office Victim's Assistance Donations:
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-367400 Donations $50.00

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
 
60.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order decalring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the use of Sheriff's Office Victim's Assistance Donations:
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0560-003671 VA Donations $50.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:30 A.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2017.
 
61.
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 
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
62.
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. 
    
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.
    l)    Discuss possible sale or exchange of property to LCRA. 

C.    Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman. 
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
63.
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) Law relating requests for the closure, abandonment or vacation of roadway(s) in the Woodland Park Subdivision.
o) Requirements relating to grant of easement to Lone Star Regional Water Authority on Hwy 95
p) 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.
q) 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.
 
64.
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.
 
65.
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 1:49 P.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2017.
 
66.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
67.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
68.
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) Law relating requests for the closure, abandonment or vacation of roadway(s) in the Woodland Park Subdivision.
o) Requirements relating to grant of easement to Lone Star Regional Water Authority on Hwy 95
p) 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.
q) 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. 
 
69.
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. 
 
70.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments. 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 1:50 P.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2017.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 3rd day of October, 2017.


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

By: Brandy Cox, Deputy