Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
December 5, 2017

STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:31 A.M. on TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 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
Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk

Review and approval of minutes.

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

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the November 21, 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:

Minutes

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.

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 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $8,794,196.02 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:

Citizen comments.

Those who addressed the Court were:
Jim Dillion of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Alex Curry of Georgetown
Eric P of Georgetown

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 – 24 )

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Pct. 3 Constable.

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Constable Precinct #3 with corrections to Account Numbers.

From/To	Account No.	Description	Amount
From	0100-0553-005700	New Vehicle	$3,000.00
From	0100-0553-003002	Vehicle Equipment	$600.00
To	0100-0553-003010	Computer Equipment	$3600.00

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

Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Constable Precinct #4.

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

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

From/To	Account No.	Description	Amount
From	0100-0409-004998	Non-Deptment / Contingencies	$1861.21
To	0100-0554-003008	Constable Precinct #4 / Law Enforcement Equipment	$1861.21

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

Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Constable Precinct #1.

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Constable Precinct #1.

From/To	Account No.	Description	Amount
From	0100-0409-004998	Non-Department / Contingencies	$1,589.21
To	0100-0551-003008	Constable Precinct #1 / Law Enforcement Equipment	$1,589.21

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

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 3 Valerie Covey

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

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

Attachments:

Comp Item

Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval or ratification of monthly Treasurer's Report on Williamson County Finances for October 2017 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §114.026.

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

Motion: To approve the monthly Treasurer's Report on Williamson County Finances for October 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:

TR Report 10-2017

10.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) Desk, (1) Keyboard/mouse, (1) Calculator, (1) Scanner, (1) Think pad, (18) Laptops, (2) Desktop, (4) Monitor, (3) Printer, (1) Docking station, (1) Air Conditioner, (1) 2011 Ford Crown Vic, (3) 2013 Chevy Tahoe, (1) 1997 Ford F800, (1) 1995 Texas Bragg utility trailer, (1) 1997 Ennis utility trailer, (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 3 Valerie Covey

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) desk, (1) keyboard/mouse, (1) calculator, (1) scanner, (1) think pad, (18) laptops, (2) desktop, (4) monitor, (3) printer, (1) docking station, (1) air conditioner, (1) 2011 Ford Crown Victoria, (3) 2013 Chevy Tahoe, (1) 1997 Ford F800, (1) 1995 Texas Bragg utility trailer, (1) 1997 Ennis utility trailer, (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 on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including (2) Tables and (7) Office Chairs (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 3 Valerie Covey

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including (2) tables and (7) office chairs (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:

Asset Transfer 1

12.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of the dilapidated house and storage building located at the Berry Springs Park pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of the dilapidated house and storage building located at the Berry Springs Park 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:

13.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on noting in the minutes that Terry Cook has earned 33.50 hours of the Commissioner Statutory continuing education requirements for 2017 per Article 81.0025 of the Texas Local Government Code, and she will carry forward 8.00 hours into next year.

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

Motion: To approve noting in the minutes that Terry Cook has earned 33.50 hours of the Commissioner Statutory continuing education requirements for 2017 per Article 81.0025 of the Texas Local Government Code, and she will carry forward 8.00 hours into next year.

Aye:: County 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:

CE certificates

14.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the appointment of Williamson County Sheriff's Office Animal Control Officer, Megan Bruns to be designated as the Local Rabies Control Authority (LRCA) for the purposes of the Rabies Control Act of 1981.

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

Motion: To authorize the appointment of Williamson County Sheriff's Office Animal Control Officer Megan Bruns to be designated as the Local Rabies Control Authority (LRCA) for the purposes of the Rabies Control Act of 1981.

Aye:: County 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:

LRCA designation

15.

Discuss and take appropriate action on acceptance of four tracts totaling 8.95 acres (+/-) in lieu of participation fees for a portion of a new section of Georgetown Village development.

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

Motion: To approve acceptance of four tracts totaling 8.95 acres (+/-) in lieu of participation fees for a portion of a new section of Georgetown Village development.

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

Attachments:

16.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #20 in the amount of $5,856.00 for approval of additional concrete work at the East Detention Pond to avoid additional rock excavation, 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. This change order is being funded out of the Owners Contingency.

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

Motion: To approve a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project Change Order #20 in the amount of $5,856.00 for approval of additional concrete work at the East Detention Pond to avoid additional rock excavation, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded out of the Owners Contingency.

Aye:: County 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 accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #23 in the amount of $15,825.00 for approval of additional steel at roof supports per ASI # 19, 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. This change order is being funded out of the Construction Managers Contingency.

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

Motion: To approve a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project Change Order #23 in the amount of $15,825.00 for approval of additional steel at roof supports per Architect Supplemental Instruction (ASI) #19, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded out of the Construction Managers Contingency.

Aye:: County 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 accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #36 in the amount of $1,280.00 for approval of additional steel support members above store front doors per RFI # 152, 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. This change order is being funded out of the Construction Managers Contingency.

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

Motion: To approve a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project Change Order #36 in the amount of $1,280.00 for approval of additional steel support members above store front doors per Request for Information (RFI) #152, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded out of the Construction Managers Contingency.

Aye:: County 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 accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #37 in the amount of $1,601.00 for approval of additional angle clips at top of CMU walls, 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. This change order is being funded out of the Construction Managers Contingency.

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

Motion: To approve a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project Change Order #37 in the amount of $1,601.00 for approval of additional angle clips at top of CMU walls, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manage Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded out of the Construction Managers Contingency.

Aye:: County 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 Siena Sec 12 subdivision - Pct 4

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Siena Section 12 subdivision - Precinct 4.

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

Attachments:

Siena Sec 12

21.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch South Sec 13 - Pct 2

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch South Section 13 - 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:

Santa Rita Ranch South Sec 13

22.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Ph 1 Sec 1E - Pct 3

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 1 Section 1E - 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:

Santa Rita Ranch Ph 1 Sec 1E

23.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Dog Creek Overlook subdivision - Pct 2

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Dog Creek Overlook subdivision - 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:

Dog Creek Overlook

24.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Couplandia subdivision - Pct 4

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Couplandia subdivision - Precinct 4.

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

Attachments:

Couplandia

REGULAR AGENDA

25.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Jared Alewine as the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Natural Resource Agent

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District Extension Administrator with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service for District 8 Donald Kelm, future Texas A&M AgrilLife Extension Service Natural Resource Agent Jared Alewine, and Williamson County Family & Consumer Science County Extension Agent Chelsea Stevens addressed the Court.

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

Motion: To approve Jared Alewine as the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Natural Resource Agent starting February 1, 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

26.

Hear presentation from the City of Hutto concerning the proposed creation of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone within the City of Hutto and the development plans and land acquisition needs relating to the Co-op District that is to be located in the City of Hutto's Old Town.

Mayor of Hutto Doug Gaul, City Manager of Hutto Odis Jones, Assistant City Manager / Executive Director Business & Development Services Helen Ramirez and General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes addressed the Court.

Attachments:

Hutto Co-Op Distribution

27.

Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action to set a public hearing on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 10:00 AM in the Williamson County Commissioners Courtroom pursuant to Texas Tax Code Chapter 311 regarding a proposed Order of the Williamson County Commissioners Court that would provide for the creation of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone within the City of Hutto.

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

Motion: To approve a public hearing on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. in the Williamson County Commissioners Courtroom pursuant to Texas Tax Code Chapter 311 regarding a proposed Order of the Williamson County Commissioners Court that would provide for the creation of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone within the City of Hutto.

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

28.

Receive and acknowledge a summary report on the first year of operations at the Williamson County Expo Center.

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Expo Center General Manager Clint Chitsey addressed the Court.

Attachments:

Expo 1st year summary

29.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the Williamson County Landfill Annual Report for fiscal year 09-01-2016 to 08-31-2017

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This item was pulled from the Agenda.

Attachments:

Annual Report

30.

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 all to attend a ground breaking

11:00 A.M.
Thursday, December 7, 2017
County Road (CR) 119

31.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $6,050.40 for Inner Loop Improvements, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 3.
Project: P226 and P251. Funding Source: Road Bond

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

Motion: To approve action regarding Change Order # 1 in the amount of $6,050.40 for Inner Loop Improvements in Precinct 3 to be funded from Road Bond P-226 and P-251.

Aye:: County 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:

1706-168 Inner Loop Improvements Co No. 1

32.

Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding the Notice of Intent (NOI) for Stormwater Discharges associated with Construction Activity under TPDES General Permit (TXR150000) for County Road 119, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4. Project: P214. Funding Source: Road Bond

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

Motion: To approve the Notice of Intent (NOI) for Stormwater Discharges associated with Construction Activity under Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) General Permit (TXR150000) for County Road (CR) 119 in Precinct 4 to be funded from Road Bond P-214.

Aye:: County 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:

1708-186 CR 119 Notice of Intent

33.

Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding the Notice of Intent (NOI) for Stormwater Discharges associated with Construction Activity under TPDES General Permit (TXR150000) for Neenah Avenue Widening, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 1.
Project: P278. Funding Source: Road Bond

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

Motion: To approve the Notice of Intent (NOI) for Stormwater Discharges associated with Construction Activity under Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES)General Permit (TXR150000) for Neenah Avenue Widening in Precinct 1 to be funded by Road Bond P-278.

Aye:: County 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:

1710-194 Neenah Ave Widening NOI

34.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize the County Judge to execute a sponsorship and funding commitment letter for the CAMPO Call for Planning Study Partners (2018-2019 Platinum Planning Studies) on the Howard Lane Extension Project, with a local match commitment of $200,000. Project: P223. Funding Source: Road Bond

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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 authorize the County Judge to execute a sponsorship and funding commitment letter for the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) Call for Planning Study Partners (2018-2019 Platinum Planning Studies) on the Howard Lane Extension Project, with a local match commitment of $200,000.00 to be funded by Road Bond P-223.

Aye:: County 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 to authorize the County Judge to execute a sponsorship and funding commitment letter for the CAMPO Call for Planning Study Partners (2018-2019 Platinum Planning Studies) on the Corridor I Project, with a local match commitment of $200,000. Project: P# Not yet assigned. Funding Source: Road Bond

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

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a sponsorship and funding commitment letter for the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) Call for Planning Study Partners (2018-2019 Platinum Planning Studies) for Corridor I planning, NEPA clearance and right of way mapping for the State Highway (SH) 29 Project for the area between SH 130 and SH 95 and Farm to Market (FM) 2243 Project for the area between 183A Toll Road and Interstate Highway (IH) 35, with a local match commitment of $200,000.00.

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

Attachments:

Corridor I -Wilco Support Fund Commitment Letter

36.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 2 to the Neenah Avenue Widening contract between Williamson County and Stantec Consulting Inc.relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. Project: P278. Funding Source: Road Bonds.

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 2 to the Neenah Avenue Widening contract with Stantec Consulting Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bonds to be funded from P-278.

Aye:: County 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 a Contract Amendment No. 2 to the CR 305 at IH-35 Phase 1 Bridge contract between Williamson County and H.W. Lochner, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. Project: P306. Funding Source: Road Bonds.

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 2 to the County Road (CR) 305 at Interstate Highway (IH) 35 Phase 1 Bridge contract between Williamson County and H.W. Lochner, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program, Project: P306 to be funded by Road Bonds.

Aye:: County 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 approving 2006 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to close projects and move remaining balances to Round Rock ILA RM 620/Rail Road Bridge (P264) from IH 35 Frontage Road (P162) of an estimated $325,777, SH 29 Improvement Study (P171) of $29,983, CR 138 Extension (P179) of $20,000, SH 29 Safety Improvements (P217) of $38,350, CR 108 (P240) of $16,234, CR 111 Extension (P249) of $429,640, CR 110 Studies (P253) of $182,627, Gattis School Rd at Winterfield Traffic Signal (P319) of $58,462 and CR 110 at University Blvd. Traffic Signal of $58,583. Also, to move $175,000 from SH 195 ROW (P149) and $600,000 from 2006 Road Non-Departmental (P156) to Round Rock ILA RM 620/Rail Road Bridge (P264).

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

Motion: To approve 2006 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to close projects and move remaining balances to Round Rock Interlocal Agreement (ILA) Ranch to Market (RM) 620/Rail Road Bridge (P-264) from Interstate Highway (IH) 35 Frontage Road (P162) of an estimated $325,777.00, State Highway (SH) 29 Improvement Study (P-171) of $29,983.00, County Road (CR) 138 Extension (P179) of $20,000.00, SH 29 Safety Improvements (P-217) of $38,350.00, CR 108 (P-240) of $16,234.00, CR 111 Extension (P-249) of $429,640.00, CR 110 Studies (P-253) of $182,627.00, Gattis School Rd at Winterfield Traffic Signal (P-319) of $58,462.00 and CR 110 at University Blvd. Traffic Signal of $58,583.00. Also, to move $175,000.00 from SH 195 ROW (P-149) and $600,000.00 from 2006 Road Non-Departmental (P-156) to Round Rock ILA RM 620/Rail Road Bridge (P-264).

Aye:: County 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:

2006 Road Bond Transfer

39.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $1,000,000 from RM 620 Phase 2 (P235) and $500,000 from Howard Lane Extension Phase 1A (P223) to Neenah Ave Widening (P278) and move $250,000 from Howard Lane Extension Phase 1A (P223) to Forest North Drainage (P225). Also, to move $5,500,000 from Westinghouse Road (P292) to Georgetown ILA SW Bypass Segment 1 (P453) of $3,000,000, Inner Loop Safety Improvements LTL at Central Maintenance Facility (P251) of $2,000,000 and Inner Loop Safety Improvements LTL at WilCo Way (P226) of $500,000. Also to close projects and move remaining balances from North Mays Widening (P236) an estimated $1,375,596 to North Mays Extension Phase 1 (P224), Arterial A North Phase 2A (P239) of $500,000 to Inner Loop Safety Improvements LTL at WilCo Way (P226), SH 130 Phase 1 – NBFR FM 685 to US 79 (P298) of $3,448,385 to CR 119 (P214) and SH 130 Phase 2 – NBFR US 79 to Limmer Loop (P299) of $1,476,308 to CR 119 (P214).

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

Motion: To approve 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to move $1,000,000.00 from Ranch to Market (RM) 620 Phase 2 (P-235) and $500,000.00 from Howard Lane Extension Phase 1A (P-223) to Neenah Avenue Widening (P278) and move $250,000.00 from Howard Lane Extension Phase 1A (P-223) to Forest North Drainage (P-225). Also, to move $5,500,000.00 from Westinghouse Road (P-292) to Georgetown Interlocal Agreement (ILA) SW Bypass Segment 1 (P-453) of $3,000,000.00, Inner Loop Safety Improvements LTL at Central Maintenance Facility (P-251) of $2,000,000.00 and Inner Loop Safety Improvements LTL at WilCo Way (P-226) of $500,000.00. Also to close projects and move remaining balances from North Mays Widening (P-236) an estimated $1,375,596.00 to North Mays Extension Phase 1 (P-224), Arterial A North Phase 2A (P-239) of $500,000.00 to Inner Loop Safety Improvements LTL at WilCo Way (P-226), State Highway (SH) 130 Phase 1 – North Bound Frontage Road (NBFR) Farm to Market (FM) 685 to United States (US) 79 (P298) of $3,448,385.00 to County Road (CR) 119 (P-214) and SH 130 Phase 2 – NBFR US 79 to Limmer Loop (P-299) of $1,476,308.00 to CR 119 (P-214).

Aye:: County 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:

2013 Road Bond Transfer

40.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Ridge at Cross Creek Ph 2 subdivision - Pct 3

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Ridge at Cross Creek Phase 2 subdivision - Precinct 3.

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

Attachments:

Ridge at Cross Creek Ph 2 Final

41.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a variance request to the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations from Sonwest Co. for Sonterra, Section 10 Phase 3 - Pct 3

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

Motion: To approve a variance request to the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations (WCSR) from Sonwest Company for Sonterra Section 10 Phase 3 - 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:

42.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a variance request to the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations from Sonwest Co. for Sonterra, Sec 8-O - Pct 3

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

Motion: To approve a variance request to the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations (WCSR) from Sonwest Company for Sonterra Section 8-O - 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:

43.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a variance request to the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations from Sonwest Co. for Sonterra, Sec 11 Ph 2 and 3 - Pct 3

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

Motion: To approve a variance request to the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations (WCSR) from Sonwest Company for Sonterra Section 11 Phase 2 and 3 - 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:

44.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn 0.723 acres required for the construction of CR 278 at Bagdad Rd.from Copper Ridge Investments, Inc. Funding Source Road Bond P-438

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

Motion: To authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire 0.723 acres from Copper Ridge Investments, Incorporated that is required for the construction of County Road (CR) 278 at Bagdad Road.

Aye:: County 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:

Copper Ridge Resolution

45.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Kerry and Surei Scanlon for future right of way needed on SH 29. Funding Source Road Bond P-217

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Kerry and Surei Scanlon for future right of way needed on State Highway (SH) 29 to be funded by Road Bond P-217.

Aye:: County 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:

Scanlon Contract

46.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointment of Commissioner Cynthia P. Long to the Leander Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone and Development Authority (TIRZ/DA) Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning November 1, 2017 and ending on October 31, 2019.

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

Motion: To approve reappointment of Commissioner Cynthia P. Long to the Leander Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone and Development Authority (TIRZ/DA) Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning November 1, 2017 and ending on October 31, 2019.

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

47.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointment of Dale Vannoy to the Leander Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone and Development Authority (TIRZ/DA) Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning November 1, 2017 and ending on October 31, 2019.

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

Motion: To approve reappointment of Dale Vannoy to the Leander Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone and Development Authority (TIRZ/DA) Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning November 1, 2017 and ending on October 31, 2019.

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

Attachments:

Vannoy Reappointment Form

48.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution appointing a representative to the Texas Conference of Urban Counties Policy Committee for 2018-19.

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

Motion: To approve a resolution appointing Commissioner Valerie Covey as a representative to the Texas Conference of Urban Counties Policy Committee for 2018-2019.

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

49.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the County Judge to sign a Certificate of the Judge of Williamson County, Texas with respect to the issuance by the Clifton Higher Education Finance Corporation of its Higher Education Revenue Bonds (Southwestern University Project) of its tax exempt bonds in accordance with the requirements of Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.

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

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to sign a Certificate of the Judge of Williamson County, Texas with respect to the issuance by the Clifton Higher Education Finance Corporation of its Higher Education Revenue Bonds (Southwestern University Project) of its tax exempt bonds in accordance with the requirements of Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.

Aye:: County 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:

Certificate

50.


Discuss and take appropriate action on the Community Development Block Grant program's Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).

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Community Development Administrator Sally Bardwell addressed the Court.

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

Motion: To approve the Community Development Block Grant program's Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).

Aye:: County 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:

CAPER 2016

51.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Capital Area Trauma Regional Advisory Council (CATRAC) Participating Agency Agreement between CATRAC and Williamson County to support the operations of Williamson County EMS.

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

Motion: To approve the Capital Area Trauma Regional Advisory Council (CATRAC) Participating Agency Agreement to support the operations of Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

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

Attachments:

HPP Agreement

52.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Fiscal Year 2018 Animal Shelter Fund.

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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 re-appropriating funds from Fiscal Year 2017 to Fiscal Year 2018 for the Animal Shelter Donation Fund.

Aye:: County 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:

FY18 Animal Shelter Donation Fund Budget

53.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on replacing recommended vehicles in the FY18 Mobile Outreach Team budget.

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Senior Director of Emergency Services John Sneed and Director of Mobile Outreach Team Annie Burwell addressed the Court.

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

Motion: To approve replacing (3) recommended vehicles in the Fiscal Year 18 Mobile Outreach Team 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

54.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding/de-funding for Williamson County EMS housing at a future Williamson County ESD #2 Fire Station that is to be located at on a vacant lot situated on the West side of Great Oaks Drive, Round Rock, Texas.

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Senior Director of Emergency Service John Sneed addressed the Court.

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

Motion: To agree to joint funding with the City of Round Rock for an ambulance bay for Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in exchange for rent free and utility free occupancy at 2721 Sam Bass Road and the de-funding for EMS housing at the Williamson County Emergency Services District (ESD) #2 Fire Station.

Aye:: County 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:

ESD 2, RRFD, and EMS station

55.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the issuance of a county burn-ban, all or in part, for a period not to exceed 90 days and to authorize the County Judge to lift the ban if conditions improve.

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56.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding agreement with Charter Communications Operating, LLC d/b/a Spectrum for internet and cable TV services at the new EMS station (at 2721 Sam Bass Rd.) to support county operations.

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

Motion: To approve an agreement with Charter Communications Operating, LLC d/b/a Spectrum for internet and cable TV services at the new Emergency Medical Services (EMS) station at 2721 Sam Bass Road to support county 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:

EMS Station Agreement

57.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding engagement of the law firm of Russell Rodriguez Hyde Bullock L.L.P. to represent Williamson County in relation to solid waste matters; and exemption of those attorney services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Section 262.024(a)(4) of the Texas Local Government Code.

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

Motion: To engage the law firm of Russell Rodriguez Hyde Bullock L.L.P. to represent Williamson County in relation to solid waste matters; and exemption of those attorney services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Section 262.024(a)(4) of the Texas Local Government Code.

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

Attachments:

Rodrizuez Engagement Letter

58.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreement to Terminate Williamson County Expo Center Food and Drink Concessions Contract RFP Bid 1606-089 between Williamson County and Players Concessions, Inc.

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Expo Center General Manager Clint Chitsey and General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes addressed the Court.

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

Motion: To approve an Agreement to Terminate on December 20, 2017 the Williamson County Exposition Center Food and Drink Concessions Contract Request for Proposal (RFP) Bid 1606-089 with Players Concessions, Incorporated.

Aye:: County 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:

Concessions Termination Agreement

59.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to dispose and transfer certain County inventory between subdivisions, departments, officers or employees of the County.

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to dispose and transfer certain County inventory between subdivisions, departments, officers or employees 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:

delegation document

60.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase of one (1) 2019 Freightliner M2-106 Chassis with Etnyre 2000 Gallon Distributor from Freightliner of Austin, for the total amount of $185,549.90, pursuant to BuyBoard contract # 516-16 & # 521-16.

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

Motion: To approve a purchase of one (1) 2019 Freightliner M2-106 Chassis with Etnyre 2000 Gallon Distributor from Freightliner of Austin, for the total amount of $185,549.90, pursuant to BuyBoard contract # 516-16 & # 521-16.

Aye:: County 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:

Quote

61.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on extending Worker's Compensation Insurance through the Texas Association of Counties (TAC) Risk Management Pool covering the term January 1, 2018 through January 1, 2019.

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

Motion: To approve extending Workers' Compensation Insurance through the Texas Association of Counties (TAC) Risk Management Pool covering the term January 1, 2018 through January 1, 2019.

Aye:: County 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:

62.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Quality Assurance Evaluation for Emergency Communications Radio Traffic under RFP # 1711-204

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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 Quality Assurance Evaluation for Emergency Communications Radio Traffic under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 1711-204.

Aye:: County 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:

RFP Package

63.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB # 1710-194 Neenah Ave Widening to the lowest responsive bidder MA Smith Contracting.

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

Motion: To approve awarding Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1710-194 Neenah Avenue Widening to the lowest responsive bidder MA Smith Contracting.

Aye:: County 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:

Recommendation Package

64.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Supplemental Agreement No. 9 for A/E Services related to the North Campus Project and authorizing 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 a Supplemental Agreement No. 9 for A/E Services related to the North Campus Project and authorizing 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:

NCF Supplemental Agreement #9

65.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Concessions for Expo Center RFP # 1711-205.

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Concessions for Exposition Center Request for Proposal (RFP) # 1711-205.

Aye:: County 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:

RFP Package

66.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed qualifications for Small Drainage and Roadway Project Design under RFQ # 1711-206.

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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 qualifications for Small Drainage and Roadway Project Design under Request for Quotation (RFQ) # 1711-206.

Aye:: County 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:

RFQ Packet

67.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP # 1709-189 Vending Machine Services to the best proposer Mcliff Coffee + Vending.

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

Motion: To approve awarding Request for Proposal (RFP) # 1709-189 Vending Machine Services to the best proposer Mcliff Coffee + Vending.

Aye:: County 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:

68.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB # 1710-196 Crushed Granite Base to the lowest responsive bidder Heartland Quarries, LLC.

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

Motion: To approve awarding Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1710-196 Crushed Granite Base to the lowest responsive bidder Heartland Quarries, 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:

69.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB # 1710-197 Brushy Creek Trail at Champion Park to the lowest responsive bidder Westar Construction and authorizing the agreement to be executed.

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Senior Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell addressed the Court.

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

Motion: To approve awarding Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1710-197 Brushy Creek Trail at Champion Park to the lowest responsive bidder Westar Construction and authorizing the agreement to be executed.

Aye:: County 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:

70.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the approval of 21 Panasonic tough books with accessories for the Sheriff's Office in the amount of $99,103.65, per DIR-TSO-2520 contract.

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

Motion: To approve (21) Panasonic Tough Books with accessories for the Sheriff's Office in the amount of $99,103.65.00, per DIR-TSO-2520 contract.

Aye:: County 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:

Laptop quote

71.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the service agreement with ThyssenKrupp Elevator Corporation which incorporates Statement of Work/Fee Proposal marked as Exhibit A for not-to-exceed amount of $9,724 for inspection services and not-to-exceed amount of $57,998.68 for maintenance services pursuant to TCPN contract # R150801.

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

Motion: To approve the service agreement with ThyssenKrupp Elevator Corporation which incorporates Statement of Work/Fee Proposal marked as Exhibit A for not-to-exceed amount of $9,724.00 for inspection services and not-to-exceed amount of $57,998.68 for maintenance services pursuant to The Cooperative Purchasing Network (TCPN) contract # R150801.

Aye:: County 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:

72.

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 for various departments.

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

Motion: To approve re-appropriating funds from Fiscal Year 2017 to Fiscal Year 2018.

Acct No.	Description	Amount
0100.0475.004229	County Attorney / State Law Enforcement Training	$2.171.58
0100.0551.004229	Constable 1 / State Law Enforcement Training	$2,107.85
0100.0552.004229	Constable 2 / State Law Enforcement Training	$2,276.69
0100.0553.004229	Constable 3 / State Law Enforcement Training	$7,232.11
0100.0554.004229	Constable 4 /State Law Enforcement Training	$2,576.20
0100.0560.004229	Sheriff's Office / State Law Enforcement Training	$31,215.88
0100.0570.004229	Jail / State Law Enforcement Training	$7,696.06
0100.0440.004229	District Attorney / State Law Enforcement Training	$227.56

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

73.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment for unspent 2017 donation dollars for the Sheriff's Office donations.

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

Motion: To approve re-appropriating funds from Fiscal Year 2017 to Fiscal Year 2018 for the Sheriff's Office donations.

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100.0560.003670	Use of Donations	$630.00
	0100.0560.003671	Use of Veterans Affairs Donation	$787.36

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

74.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for unspent 2017 donation dollars for the Parks Department.

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

Motion:To approve re-appropriating funds from Fiscal Year 2017 to Fiscal Year 2018 donation dollars for the Parks Department.

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100.0510.003670	Use of Donations	$4,379.61

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

75.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for Juvenile Services.

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

Motion: To approve re-appropriating funds from Fiscal Year 2017 to Fiscal Year 2018 for Juvenile Services.

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100.0576.004103	GISD Residential Services	$33,325.80

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

76.

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 for unspent 2017 donation dollars for Veteran Services.

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

Motion: To approve re-appropriating funds from Fiscal Year 2017 to Fiscal Year 2018 donation dollars for Veteran Services.

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100.0405.003670	Use of Donations	$1,555.38

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

77.

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

Motion: To approve re-appropriating funds from Fiscal Year 2017 to Fiscal Year 2018 donation dollars for the Mobile Outreach Team Department.

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100.0341.003670	Use of Donations	$426.79

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

COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:54 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2017.

78.

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
                j)             Project Valero

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No action was taken in Executive Session.

79.

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. Reall 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 SH 29 @ DB Wood.
    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.
       m)  Discuss sale of property adjacent to Blue Springs Boulevard, Georgetown, Texas.
       n)  Discuss the Interlocal Agreement with BRA for CR 305
       o)  Discuss a TXDOT AFA for the CR 456 truss bridge in Copeland.
C. Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman.

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No action was taken in Executive Session.

80.

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.
q) Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center construction issues.
r) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
s) Discuss Williamson County Subdivision Regulations and Texas Local Government Code Chapter 232
t) Medical subrogation lien settlement offer related to covered person in County’s health benefits plan.
u) Proposed Interlocal Agreement with ESD #2 relating to EMS Housing
v) Cause No. D-1-GN-005913, City of Cedar Park, Texas and Burleson Ranch v. Public Utility Commission of Texas, District Court of Travis County, Texas
w) Medical subrogation lien settlement related to covered person in County’s health benefits plan.
x) LCRA TSC Leander-Round Rock 138-Kv Transmission Line Project within the Public Right-Of-Way (Row) of New Hope Road, Ronald Reagan Boulevard, and Hero Way

81.

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.

82.

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 1:51 P.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2017.

83.

Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.

No action was taken on this item.

84.

Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.

No action was taken on this item.

85.

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.
q) Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center construction issues.
r) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
s) Discuss Williamson County Subdivision Regulations and Texas Local Government Code Chapter 232
t) Medical subrogation lien settlement offer related to covered person in County’s health benefits plan.
u) Proposed Interlocal Agreement with ESD #2 relating to EMS Housing
v) Cause No. D-1-GN-005913, City of Cedar Park, Texas and Burleson Ranch v. Public Utility Commission of Texas, District Court of Travis County, Texas
w) Medical subrogation lien settlement related to covered person in County’s health benefits plan.
x) LCRA TSC Leander-Round Rock 138-Kv Transmission Line Project within the Public Right-Of-Way (Row) of New Hope Road, Ronald Reagan Boulevard, and Hero Way

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

Motion: To approve settlement in the amount of $14,000.00 for a medical subrogation claim related to a certain covered person in the County's health benefits plan for an incident occurring on or about September 3, 2014, and to authorize the presiding officer to execute settlement documents, if any, approved as to form by the County Attorney's Office. [See 85.(t).]

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:: County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent from the Dais)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)

86.

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.

87.

Comments from Commissioners.

There were no comments.

COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 1:52 P.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2017.

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

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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk