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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
October 3, 2017


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:36 A.M. on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2017, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
  • Stan O. Springerley, Assistant General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
  • Brandy Cox, Deputy County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the September 26, 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 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $5,303,307.79 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.
No one addressed the Court.  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 – 15)
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the District Attorney's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004999 Non Dept/Misc $15,935.59
To 0100-0440-001100 DA/FT Salary $13,106.00
To 0100-0440-002010 DA/FICA $1,002.61
To 0100-0440-002020 DA/Retirement $1,826.98

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

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

Aye:
County 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:
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) Scotch thermal laminator, (1) Bed frame, (15) Chairs, (1) Table, (4) File Cabinets, (2) Volleyball poles, (1) Volleyball net, (1) Dual Sweeper, (2) Super scanners, (1) Cart on wheels, (2) Battery back-up's, (1) Keyboard, (1) Mouse, (2) Floor cleaning pads, (1) USB card reader, (3) Battery chargers, (1) DVD/VCR player, (1) TV mount, (1) Christmas light stran, (1) Computer cord, (10) Misc. cords, (4) Can Light assemblies, (12) Fluorescent light assemblies, (1) Projector screen, (6) Antique light poles, (7) Mechanical stretchers, (2) Computers, misc. parts and software (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) scotch thermal laminator, (1) bed frame, (15) chairs, (1) table, (4) file cabinets, (2) volleyball poles, (1) volleyball net, (1) dual sweeper, (2) super scanners, (1) cart on wheels, (2) battery back-ups, (1) keyboard, (1) mouse, (2) floor cleaning pads, (1) USB card reader, (3) battery chargers, (1) DVD/VCR player, (1) TV mount, (1) Christmas light strand, (1) computer cord, (10) miscellaneous cords, (4) can light assemblies, (12) fluorescent light assemblies, (1) projector screen, (6) antique light poles, (7) mechanical stretchers, (2) computers, miscellaneous parts and software (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:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of (2) chairs through Destruction (see attached list) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of (2) chairs through destruction (see attached list) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the retirement from the county inventory of assets not found including, (1) Motorola XTS handheld radio (see attached lists) per the recommendation of the County Auditor's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve authorizing the retirement from the county inventory of assets not found including, (1) Motorola XTS handheld radio (see attached lists) per the recommendation of the County Auditor's 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:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Zion Lutheran Athletic Booster Club (Annual 5K around the Church in Georgetown)
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Zion Lutheran Athletic Booster Club (annual 5K around the church in Georgetown).

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 on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County contract between Professional Service Industries Inc and Williamson County dated January 10, 2017 for Construction Material Testing and Inspection for Williamson County Sheriff's Office Training Center.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County contract with Professional Service Industries Inc dated January 10, 2017 for Construction Material Testing and Inspection for Williamson County Sheriff's Office Training Center.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No. 5 in the amount of $2,869,356.00 to expire on September 30, 2018 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services (General Engineering Consultant (GEC)) between Prime Strategies, Inc. (PS) and Williamson County dated May 13, 2014.
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 5 in the amount of $2,869,356.00 to expire on September 30, 2018 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services (General Engineering Consultant) with Prime Strategies, Inc. dated May 13, 2014.

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 on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #21 in the amount of $10,364.00 for repair to existing irrigation due to damage caused by excavation of a new drainage ditch adjacent to an existing landscaped area, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #22 in the amount of $6,461.00 per direction of ASI 21 to add extra conduit between buildings G and F, a plywood parapet wall at building B and a flooring change at building H, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #25 in the amount of $8,854.00 for modification to the roof design at Building B to allow for proper tie-in to existing structure, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
16.
Discuss consider and take appropriate action on proclamation for National 4-H week.
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The following persons addressed the Court:
County Treasurer Scott Heselmeyer
4H Youth Development Agent Cassie Ferguson
Kristen O'Neill of Leander
Kirsten Heselmeyer of Jarrell
Rachel Fowler of Hutto
Joey Girvan of Florence
Abbey Fulwider of Round Rock
Grace Williams of Round Rock
Miranda Dimas of Round Rock
Payton Holcomb of Georgetown
Luke Fowler of Hutto
Brantley O'Connor of Thrall
Afton Compton of Georgetown
 
 

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

Motion: To proclaim October 1-7, 2017 as National 4-H week in Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding salary contribution agreement between Williamson County and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 

Motion: To approve a salary contribution agreement between Williamson County and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on clarification on the funding of a new FY 18 position for the District Attorney’s office.
 
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District Attorney Shawn Dick and Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item. 
 
19.
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. 
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a variance request from the 700-foot maximum street length requirement referenced in Section B3.2  of the 2013 WCSD for the Ridge at Cross Creek subdivision - 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 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a variance request from the 700-foot maximum street length requirement referenced in Section B3.2 of the 2013 WCSD for the Ridge at Cross Creek 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 on approval of the preliminary plat for the Ridge at Cross Creek subdivision - 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 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Ridge at Cross Creek 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:
 
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $921.34 for Pearson Ranch Road Extension, 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 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $921.34 for Pearson Ranch Road Extension, 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:
 
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $7,495.80 for RM 620 Phase 2, 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 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $7,495.80 for Ranch to Market (RM) 620 Phase 2, 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:
 
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of -$3,365.65 for Southwest Bypass Access Route, 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 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of -$3,365.65 for Southwest Bypass Access Route, 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:
 
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Utility Joint Use Agreement between CenturyLink and Williamson County for utility relocations on CR 110 South, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
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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 Utility Joint Use Agreement between CenturyLink and Williamson County for utility relocations on County Road (CR) 110 South, a Road Bond Project in Precinct #4.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 3 to the SW Bypass contract between Williamson County and HDR Engineering, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond 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 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 3 to the Southwest (SW) Bypass contract between Williamson County and HDR Engineering, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss and take appropriate action on Williamson County North Campus Project, P324, Change Order #24 from Vaughn Construction in the amount of $33,906.00 for changes in the scope of work to existing utilities.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda. 
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28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. for right of way needed on the Seward Junction SE road bond project. (Parcel 4)
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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 Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. for right of way needed on the Seward Junction Southeast (SE) road bond project. (Parcel 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:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Jeffrey Scott Lloyd and Laura S. Lloyd for right of way needed on the Seward Junction SE road bond project. (Parcel 7)
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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 Jeffrey Scott Lloyd and Laura S. Lloyd for right of way needed on the Seward Junction Southeast (SE) road bond project. (Parcel 7)

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 AT 10:59 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2017.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED AT 11:11 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2017.
 
30.
Discuss FY 18 allocation of funding for the Capital Improvement Program.
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The following persons addressed the Court:
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig
Director of Public Safety Technology Richard Semple
Director of Emergency Communications Scott Parker
Director of Wireless Communications and Radio Communications Systems (RCS) Catherine Roberts
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley

No action was taken on this item. 
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the projects and budgets for the 2018 Capital Improvement Program.
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The following persons addressed the Court:
Director of Public Safety Technology Richard Semple
Director of Facilities Gary Wilson
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
Director of Wireless Communications and Radio Communications Systems (RCS) Catherine Roberts
EXPO Center General Manager Clint Chitsey
County Treasurer Scott Heselmyer
Senior Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh
 

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

Motion: To allocate $650,000.00 for the Justice Center remodel to accommodate the backup server room for the 2018 Capital Improvement 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:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the use of unallocated funds for the 2013, 2014, and 2017 Capital Improvement Programs, to include assigning funds to new projects.
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The following persons addressed the Court:
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig
Director of Public Safety Technology Richard Semple
Director of Emergency Communications Scott Parker
Director of Wireless Communications and Radio Communications Systems (RCS) Catherine Roberts
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
 

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

Motion: To allocate $400,000.00 for the Cedar Park ambulance station and to allocate $247,291.00 for the upgrade to NICE Equipment for 911 Communications for a total of $647,291.00 from the unallocated funds for the 2013, 2014, and 2017 Capital Improvement Programs.

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 setting a Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. on clarifications of the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations in relation to exceptions to the platting requirements and the regulation of condominium developments.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.  
 

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

Motion: To set a Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. on clarifications of the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations in relation to exceptions to the platting requirements and the regulation of condominium developments.

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
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on nominations to the Williamson Central Appraisal District Board of Directors.
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Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.  
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action to approve Memorandum of Understanding between CoreCivic, Inc. and Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to provide confirmation of available medical transport services and support facility operations.
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 

Motion: To approve a Memorandum of Understanding between CoreCivic, Inc. and Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to provide confirmation of available medical transport services and support facility operations.

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 FY 2018 Williamson County Resolution for the Indigent Defense Grant Program.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 Williamson County Resolution for the Indigent Defense Grant 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:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Resolution Authorizing County Grant in relation to the Texas Department of Agriculture Texans Feeding Texans: Home Delivered Meal Grant Program.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a Resolution Authorizing County Grant in relation to the Texas Department of Agriculture Texans Feeding Texans: Home Delivered Meal Grant 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:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Services Contract for the Texas Veterans Commission Grant Services between Williamson County and Jim Cochrun & Kate Bares-Cochrun D/B/A Code VI Veteran Integration.
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Executive Assistant to Commissioner Precinct #2 Kathy Pierce addressed the Court.  
 

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

Motion: To approve a Services Contract for the Texas Veterans Commission Grant Services between Williamson County and Jim Cochrun & Kate Bares-Cochrun D/B/A Code VI Veteran Integration.

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 appropriate action on a Services Contract for the Texas Veterans Commission Grant Services between Williamson County and Omar S. Lopez, Ph.D.
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Executive Assistant to Commissioner Precinct #2 Kathy Pierce addressed the Court.  
 

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

Motion: To approve a Services Contract for the Texas Veterans Commission Grant Services between Williamson County and Omar S. Lopez, Ph.D.

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 appropriate action on a Services Contract for the Texas Veterans Commission Grant Services between Williamson County and The Center for Well Being of Austin, LLC.
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Executive Assistant to Commissioner Precinct #2 Kathy Pierce addressed the Court.  
 

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

Motion: To approve a Services Contract for the Texas Veterans Commission Grant Services between Williamson County and The Center for Well Being of Austin, 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:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Services Contract for the Texas Veterans Commission Grant Services between Williamson County and Veritas Well-Being, PLLC.
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Executive Assistant to Commissioner Precinct #2 Kathy Pierce addressed the Court.  
 

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

Motion: To approve a Services Contract for the Texas Veterans Commission Grant Services between Williamson County and Veritas Well-Being, PLLC.

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 a Services Contract for the Texas Veterans Commission Grant Services between Williamson County and Ken Covington D/B/A Ken'z Guitars, Accessories and More.
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Executive Assistant to Commissioner Precinct #2 Kathy Pierce addressed the Court.  
 

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

Motion: To approve a Services Contract for the Texas Veterans Commission Grant Services between Williamson County and Ken Covington D/B/A Ken'z Guitars, Accessories and More.

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 adopting the Williamson County Social and Communications Media Policy.
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The following persons addressed the Court:
Public Affairs Manager Connie Watson
Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes
County Attorney Dee Hobbs
 
 

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

Motion: To adopt the Williamson County Social and Communications Media 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:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving clarifying policy language related to meal reimbursement for day trips in the Employee Policy Manual.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore addressed the Court.  
 

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

Motion: To clarify Employee Policy Manual language related to meal reimbursement for day trips outside of the county.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, review, and take appropriate action on the Interlocal Contract for Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) maintenance, equipment, and training between Williamson County and the Capital Area Emergency Communications District.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the Interlocal Contract for Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) maintenance, equipment, and training between Williamson County and 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:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on renewal of contract for remote access to birth records kept by the DSHS Bureau of Vital Statistics for their fiscal year 2017-2018.
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Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To renew the contract for remote access to birth records kept by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Bureau of Vital Statistics for their fiscal year 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
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve cancelation of services contract and pay termination agreement with Hart Information Services for humidity & temperature controlled storage for the County Clerk's microfilm (Note: future services to be obtained from Texas State Library under contract previously approved for imaging services on 8/22/17, agenda item #33).
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County Clerk Nancy Rister addressed the Court.  
 

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

Motion: To cancel contract and pay 90 day termination agreement with Iron Mountain, formerly Hart Information Services, for humidity and temperature controlled storage for the County Clerk’s microfilm.

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 contract for Architectural and Engineering Services under RFQ# 1606-090, for additional services set at $4,170.27 per Supplemental agreement No. 2 with BLGY, Inc.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.  
 

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

Motion: To extend the contract for Architectural and Engineering Services under RFQ# 1606-090, for additional services set at $4,170.27 per Supplemental agreement No. 2 with BLGY, 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:
 
49.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Specific & Aggregate Stop Loss Insurance, under RFP # 1709-191.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Specific & Aggregate Stop Loss Insurance, under Request for Proposal (RFP) #1709-191.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for CR 119 Construction, under IFB # 1708-186.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for County Road (CR) 119 Construction, under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1708-186.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
51.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Relocation of Williamson County Regional Raw Water Line under IFB # 1708-187.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Relocation of Williamson County Regional Raw Water Line under Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1708-187.

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 an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve an FY 2017 budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for County Court at Law #2:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018 budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for County Court at Law #2:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-367400 Donations $156.00

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
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve an FY 2017 budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for County Court at Law #2:
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 approve an Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018 budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for County Court at Law #2:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0427-003670 Use of Donations $156.00

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 a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the District Attorney's Office:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-333220 Payments From Other Entities $4,421.32

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 a budget amendment to acknowledge addiitional expenditures for the District Attorney's Office:
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 approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the District Attorney's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0440-001939 DA Supplement $3,640.00
0100-0440-002010 FICA $278.46
0100-0440-002020 Retirement $502.86

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 12:39 P.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2017.
 
56.
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 
    i)    Project Amazon
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
57.
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. 
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
58.
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) 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.
o) 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.
p) Tax Increment Financing Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Hutto with respect to a proposed tax increment reinvestment zone (TIRZ) in Hutto, Teaxas.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
59.
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.
 
60.
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 3:02 P.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2017.
 
61.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
62.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
63.
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) 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.
o) 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.
p) Tax Increment Financing Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Hutto with respect to a proposed tax increment reinvestment zone (TIRZ) in Hutto, Texas.
No action was taken on this item.
 
64.
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.
 
65.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments. 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 3:02 P.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2017.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 10th day of October, 2017.


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

By: Brandy Cox, Deputy