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Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

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


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:35 A.M. on TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2017, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
  • Stan O. Springerley, Assistant General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
  • Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to 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 for the December 5, 2017 meeting, with a correction in Regular Agenda Item #35 change "$200,000.00" to "$500,000.00".

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:
 
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.
No action was taken on this item.
 
3.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.

Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,857,399.51 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
4.
Citizen comments.
Those who addressed the Court were:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Alex Curry of Georgetown
County Auditor Jerri Jones
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Paulo Pinto 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 – 16 )
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities.

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0509-004510 Facility Maintenance and Repair $821.00
To 0100-0509-003011 Computer Software <$5000 $821.00

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

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
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
 
7.
Receive into the official minutes of the Commissioners Court the Williamson County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (Adult Probation) for FY17 Statement of Financial Position pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code §140.004.
 
 

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

Motion: To approve receipt of the Williamson County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (Adult Probation) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2017 Statement of Financial Position pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code §140.004.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with North Austin Municipal Utility District #1 (Rattan Creek) regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with Anderson Mill Limited District regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project; Change Order #31 in the amount of $4,336.00 for the purchase and installation of restroom hand dryers that were not in the original specifications, which was executed by Gary Wilson, Director of Williamson County Facilities, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order is being funded by the Construction Managers Contingency.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a report on the Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project Change Order #31 in the amount of $4,336.00 for the purchase and installation of restroom hand dryers that were not in the original specifications, which was executed by Director of Williamson County Facilities Gary Wilson pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded by 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
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project; Change Order #33 in the amount of $6,569.00 for the purchase and installation of black-out shades at the Defense Tactics area of the building, which was executed by Gary Wilson, Director of Williamson County Facilities, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order is being funded by the Construction Managers Contingency.
 

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

Motion: To approve a report on the Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project Change Order #33 in the amount of $6,569.00 for the purchase and installation of black-out shades at the Defense Tactics area of the building, which was executed by Director of Williamson County Facilities Gary Wilson pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded by 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
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project; Change Order #34 in the amount of ($3,993.00) to receive credit for less expensive restroom hand dryers, which was executed by Gary Wilson, Director of Williamson County Facilities, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order is being credited to the Construction Managers Contingency.
 

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

Motion: To approve a report on the Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project Change Order #34 in the amount of ($3,993.00) to receive credit for less expensive restroom hand dryers, which was executed by Director of Williamson County Facilities Gary Wilson pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be credited to 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
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project; Change Order #36 in the amount of $8,620.10 for additional HVAC and fixture work at the SWAT Locker area of the building, which was executed by Gary Wilson, Director of Williamson County Facilities, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order is being funded by the Construction Managers Contingency.
 

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

Motion: To approve a report on the Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project Change Order #36 in the amount of $8,620.10 for additional Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and fixture work at the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Locker area of the building, which was executed by Director of Williamson County Facilities Gary Wilson pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded by 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
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project; Change Order #37 in the amount of $579.60 for additional electrical work necessary to switch fixtures on and off at a single location, which was executed by Gary Wilson, Director of Williamson County Facilities, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order is being funded by the Construction Managers Contingency.
 

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

Motion: To approve a report on the Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project Change Order #37 in the amount of $579.60 for additional electrical work necessary to switch fixtures on and off at a single location, which was executed by Director of Williamson County Facilities Gary Wilson pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded by 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
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No. 8 in the amount of $50,000 to expire on November 30, 2018 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Diamond Surveying, Inc.  and Williamson County dated February 18, 2015 for On Call Survey on Various County Roads for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
 
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 8 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire on November 30, 2018 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services with Diamond Surveying, Incorporated dated February 18, 2015 for On Call Survey on Various County Roads for Williamson County Road and Bridge.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No. 8 in the amount of $2,920.00 to expire on January 31, 2018 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Diamond Surveying, Inc. and Williamson County dated December 3, 2014. Project: P457. Funding Source: General Fund/Road & Bridge.
The work authorization has a maximum amount payable amount of $2,920.00. Services include preparation and delivery of signed and sealed metes and bounds descriptions with exhibits for ROW acquisition on SH 29.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
17.
Discuss and take appropriate action on resolution recognizing Penny Voelkel's service to Williamson County in the office of the County Clerk for 21 years of service upon retirement December 14, 2017.
County Clerk Nancy E. Rister and Penny Voelkel addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a Resolution recognizing Penny Voelkel's service to Williamson County in the office of the County Clerk for 21 years of service upon retirement December 14, 2017.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing Williamson County EMS as the recipient of the 2017 Texas EMS Public Information / Injury Prevention Award.
Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
 
19.
Recognize the following recipients of the Taylor Press 2017 Reader’s Choice Awards in their categories:
Attorney: Dee Hobbs - Williamson County Attorney
Elected Official: Judge Judy Schier Hobbs – Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, Williamson County
Law Enforcement: Constable Marty Ruble – Constable, Pct 4, Williamson County
by Dee
 
No action was taken on this item.
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Yearly Interpretation of Programs to elected officials.
Williamson County Family & Consumer Science County Extension Agent Chelsea Stevens, Master Gardner Jane Bowman, Master Naturalist Wayne Rhoden, Williamson County 4H/Youth Development County Extension Agent Cassie Ferguson and Hutto High School 4H Member Saryn Paulsen addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
 
21.
Discuss, Consider and take appropriate action on the Williamson County Landfill Annual Report for fiscal year 09-01-2016 to 08-31-2017.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Senior District Manager for Waste Management of Texas James "Bubba" Smith addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
 
22.
Receive and acknowledge the Corridor Program Presentation.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding amending the Williamson County Long-Range Transportation Plan to address current and projected needs in the public interest.
 
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the amendments to the Williamson County Long-Range Transportation Plan to address current and projected needs in the public interest.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item. 
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the approval of the 2013 Road Bond sale budget allocation recommended by Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager.
 

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

Motion: To approve the 2013 Road Bond sale budget allocation recommended by Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver.

Aye:
County 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.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $31,812.74 for CR 110 South, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
Project: P260. Funding Source: Road Bond
 

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

Motion: To approve the Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $31,812.74 for County Road (CR) 110 South, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 4 to be funded by Road Bond P-260.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 1 to the CR 119 contract between Williamson County and Stantec Consulting, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. Project: P214. Funding Source: Road Bonds.
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the County Road (CR) 119 contract with Stantec Consulting, Incorporated relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bonds 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
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Supplemental No. 1 to the Professional Service Agreement (PSA) for Pearson Ranch Road (S. Avery Ranch to RM 620) between Williamson County and Cunningham Allen Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. Project: P221. Funding Source: Road Bonds.
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental No. 1 to the Professional Service Agreement (PSA) for Pearson Ranch Road (South Avery Ranch to Ranch to Market 620) with Cunningham Allen, Incorporated relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bonds P-221.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 2 to the Corridor A1 contract between Williamson County and Kennedy Consulting, Inc. relating to the Corridor Program. Project: P458. Funding Source: General Fund/Road & Bridge.
 
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 2 to the Corridor A1 contract with Kennedy Consulting, Incorporated relating to the Corridor Program to be funded by General Fund/Road & Bridge P-458.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Corridor E1 contract between Williamson County and Brown & Gay Engineers, Inc. relating to the Corridor Program. Project: P460. Funding Source: General Fund/Road & Bridge.
 
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Corridor E1 contract with Brown & Gay Engineers, Incorporated relating to the Corridor Program to be funded by General Fund/Road & Bridge P-460.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Public Involvement Services Agreement between Williamson County and Buie & Co. LLC. Project: P458 & P460. Funding Source: General Fund/Road & Bridge.
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Public Involvement Services Agreement with Buie & Company, LLC. to be funded by General Fund/Road & Bridge P-458 and P-460.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
32.
Discuss and take appropriate action on Williamson County Georgetown Annex Project, P325, Change Order # 3 from Chasco Constructors, in the amount of $52,152.70 to increase the amount of pavement sub-grade lime stabilization treatment which is required to meet the original pavement design specifications. This change order is being funded out of the Owners Contingency. 
 

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

Motion: To approve Georgetown Annex Project, Change Order # 3 from Chasco Constructors, in the amount of $52,152.70 to increase the amount of pavement sub-grade lime stabilization treatment which is required to meet the original pavement design specifications to be funded out of the Owners Contingency P-325.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
33.
Discuss and take appropriate action on Williamson County Jail Remodel Project, P411, Change Order # 1 from STR Constructors, in the amount of $118,633.53 for an additional make-up air unit and miscellaneous adjustments to existing equipment. This change order is being funded out of the Owners Contingency. 
 

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

Motion: To approve the Jail Remodel Project Change Order # 1 from STR Constructors, in the amount of $118,633.53 for an additional make-up air unit and miscellaneous adjustments to existing equipment to be funded by the Owners Contingency P-411.

Aye:
County 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 a Resolution regarding a TXDOT AFA for the interestion of RM 2243 and Southwest Bypass. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a Resolution regarding a Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) Advanced Funding Agreement (AFA) for the intersection of Ranch to Market (RM) 2243 and Southwest Bypass.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an AFA with TXDOT for intersection of RM 2243 at Southwest Bypass. 
 

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

Motion: To approve an Advanced Funding Agreement (AFA) with Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) for intersection of Ranch to Market (RM) 2243 at Southwest Bypass.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with George Transom III and Theresa Transom for an easement needed on the Brushy Creek Trail project. Funding Source: Parks Bond P419
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with George Transom III and Theresa Transom for an easement needed on the Brushy Creek Trail project to be funded by Parks Bond P-419.

Aye:
County 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 Real Estate Contract with Ciano Pasta for right of way needed on the Seward Juction SE Project. Parcel 5. Funding Soure: Road Bond P271
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Ciano Pasta for right of way needed on the Seward Juction South East (SE) Project (Parcel 5) to be funded by Road Bond P-271.

Aye:
County 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 Real Estate Contract with Rickey and Shawna Peterson for right of way needed on the SH 29 @ DB Wood Rd. project. Parcel 3. Funding Source: Road Bonds P237
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Rickey and Shawna Peterson for right of way needed on the State Highway (SH) 29 @ DB Wood Road project (Parcel 3) to be funded by Road Bond P-237.

Aye:
County 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 accepting a Donation Deed from Hillside Nursery, Inc. for the extension of Highland Springs Lane to RM 2338.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Donation Deed from Hillside Nursery, Incorporated for the extension of Highland Springs Lane to Ranch to Market (RM) 2338.

Aye:
County 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 the ban of the sale of fireworks that contain sticks and fins during the New Year's fireworks sales period.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss and consider Williamson County's proposed creation of and/or participation in 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.
General Counsel To Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes, City Manager of Hutto Odis Jones and Mayor of Hutto Doug Gaul addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute the General and No Litigation Certificates of Williamson County and Certificate of Approval relating to the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation’s Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Shadow Ridge Apartments Project) Series 2017.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the General and No Litigation Certificates of Williamson County and Certificate of Approval relating to the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation’s Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Shadow Ridge Apartments Project) Series 2017.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an addendum for interlocal agreement between Williamson County and Emergency Services District #7 for establishing EMS ambulance and personnel housing at the Williamson County Emergency Services District #7 Florence Station 301 S. Patterson Ave., Florence, TX 78657 (Additional Funding Details).
 

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

Motion: To approve an addendum for interlocal agreement with Emergency Services District #7 for establishing Emergency Medical Services (EMS) ambulance and personnel housing at EMS District #7 Florence Station located at 301 South Patterson Avenue, Florence, 78657.

Aye:
County 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 updates to the Employee Policy Manual. 
Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve updates to the Employee Policy Manual.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
45.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the Business PRI Private Switch Agreement for 9-1-1 Emergency Service with the Capital Area Emergency Communications District to support County technology operations.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Business PRI Private Switch Agreement for 9-1-1 Emergency Service with the Capital Area Emergency Communications District to support County technology 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:
 
46.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a new field agreement with Wildlife Damage Management and Predator Control. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a new field agreement with Wildlife Damage Management and Predator Control.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing service agreement with Stanley Convergent Security Solutions, Inc. which incorporates the SCSS Customer Installation Agreement marked as Exhibit A for a not-to-exceed amount of $8,752.00.
 
 

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

Motion: To approve a service agreement with Stanley Convergent Security Solutions, Incorporated (SCSS) which incorporates the SCSS Customer Installation Agreement marked as Exhibit A for a not-to-exceed amount of $8,752.00.

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:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP # 1709-191, Specific and Aggregate Stop Loss Insurance to the sole proposer, UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company and authorizing execution of the Application for Excess Loss Insurance.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Request for Proposal (RFP) # 1709-191, Specific and Aggregate Stop Loss Insurance to the sole proposer, UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company and authorizing execution of the Application for Excess Loss Insurance.

Aye:
County 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 approving Memorandum of Agreement for training services between Williamson County Road & Bridge and Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) for the amount of $20,990.00 per TEEX Agreement # 27-101587 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Memorandum of Agreement for training services between Williamson County Road & Bridge and Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) for the amount of $20,990.00 per TEEX Agreement # 27-101587 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:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Services Contract for Fixed Asset Management Program and Software (BuyBoard Contract # 498-15) between Williamson County and RCI Technologies, Inc. for the amount of $63,500.00 and authorizing execution of the contract.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley and Purchasing Agent Randy Barker addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Services Contract for Fixed Asset Management Program and Software (BuyBoard Contract # 498-15) with RCI Technologies, Incorporated for the amount of $63,500.00 and authorizing execution of the 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
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal from J.T. Vaughn Construction, LLC for the Williamson County Animal Shelter Expansion Project, and authorizing the Presiding Officer to execute the Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal. 
 
Building Projects Manager Dale Butler, Director of Williamson County Animal Shelter Cheryl Schneider and General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal from J.T. Vaughn Construction, LLC for the Williamson County Animal Shelter Expansion Project, and authorizing the Presiding Officer to execute the Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal.

Aye:
County 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 authorizing the approval of (20) Ticket writers, accessories and licenses for the Sheriffs Office through Tyler Technologies NJPA contract 110515-TTI, (see attached quote).
 

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

Motion: To approve (20) ticket writers, accessories and licenses for the Sheriffs Office through Tyler Technologies National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA) contract 110515-TTI.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Emergency Medical Services (EMS).
 

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

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 Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0540.004712 Joint Facility Use $120,000.00

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
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:51 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2017.
 
54.
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
No action taken in Executive Session.
 
55.
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 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. 
No action taken in Executive Session.
 
56.
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
y) Amendment to Compromise Settlement Agreement and Release previously executed on October 20, 2015 pertaining to Cause No. 12-0721-C277, W. Paul Reed, et al. v. Williamson County, et al.
No action taken in Executive Session.
 
57.
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 taken in Executive Session.
 
58.
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 taken in Executive Session.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 1:23 P.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2017.
 
59.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
60.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
61.
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
y) Amendment to Compromise Settlement Agreement and Release previously executed on October 20, 2015 pertaining to Cause No. 12-0721-C277, W. Paul Reed, et al. v. Williamson County, et al.
 

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

Motion: To approve the execution of the Amendment to the Compromise Settlement Agreement and Release that was previously executed on October 20, 2015, pertaining to Cause Number 12-0721-C277, W. Paul Reed, et al.v.Williamson County, et al., and to authorize the County Judge to sign the Amendment to Compromise Settlement Agreement and Release and any related documents.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
62.
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.

 
63.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments. 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 1:24 P.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2017.

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


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk