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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
December 19, 2017


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:37 A.M. on TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 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 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the December 12, 2017 meeting.

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

Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $9,374,256.79 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
4.
Citizen comments.
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Alex Curry of Georgetown
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Paulo Pinto of Georgetown
Hutto Independent School Board of Trustees Connie Gooding 
Hutto Independent School Board of TrusteesTerrence Owens
Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes
 
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 5 – 22 )
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for various departments to cover work comp shortages.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley corrected line one of the attachment for 01.0100.0409.004998 in the amount of $24,428.15 to $24,428.16.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for various departments for Workers' Compensation shortages with one correction.

Aye:
County 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:
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Line Item Transfer for Fleet Services.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Fleet Services.

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0882.0882.005003 Equipment > $5,000 $1,066.03
To 0882.0882.002050 Workers' Compensation $1,066.03

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
7.
Discuss,consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) 2013 Chevy Tahoe, (1) 2001 Chevy Suburban, (1) 2008 Ford F-350 and (1) Desktop (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) 2013 Chevy Tahoe, (1) 2001 Chevy Suburban, (1) 2008 Ford F-350 and (1) desktop (see attached lists) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Laurie Golding and Steven Rundell to the Emergency Service District (ESD) #1 Board of Commissioners with the term commencing on January 1, 2018 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve re-appointing Laurie Golding and Steven Rundell to the Emergency Service District (ESD) #1 Board of Commissioners with the term commencing on January 1, 2018 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 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:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Darryl Pool and Russell Strahan to the Emergency Service District (ESD) #2 Board of Commissioners with the term commencing on January 1, 2018 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve re-appointing Darryl Pool and Russell Strahan to the Emergency Service District (ESD) #2 Board of Commissioners with the term commencing on January 1, 2018 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 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:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Karen Dittman to the
Emergency Service District (ESD) #9 Board of Commissioners with the term commencing on January 1, 2018 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve re-appointing Karen Dittman to the Emergency Service District (ESD) #9 Board of Commissioners with the term commencing on January 1, 2018 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 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:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Robert Vogt to the
Emergency Service District (ESD) #9 Board of Commissioners with the term commencing on January 1, 2018 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To appoint Robert Vogt to the Emergency Service District (ESD) #9 Board of Commissioners with the term commencing on January 1, 2018 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 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:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc. (ERCOT event at EXPO Center)
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Incorporated (ERCOT) event at Exposition (EXPO) Center.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
13.
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.
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of the Standard Agreement with Anderson Mill Limited District regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
14.
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.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of the Standard Agreement with North Austin Municipal Utility District #1 (Rattan Creek) regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action approving the retirement of K-9 Harry and selling him to handler, Douglas Barner, for the sum of $1.00.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the retirement of K-9 Harry and selling him to his handler, Douglas Barner, for the sum of one dollar.

Aye:
County 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 Contract Amendment No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Alliance Transportation Group and Williamson County dated October 19, 2016 for Engineering Services for Williamson County Long-Range Transportation Plan.  This amendment increases the compensation cap from $300,000 to $380,000.

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No.1 under Williamson County Contract with Alliance Transportation Group dated October 19, 2016 for Engineering Services for Williamson County Long-Range Transportation Plan amending the compensation cap from $300,000.00 to $380,000.00.

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:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $40,000 to expire on October 31, 2018 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between HDR, Inc. and Williamson County dated October 8,2015 for On Call Traffic Engineering Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $40,000.00 to expire on October 31, 2018 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services with Alliance Transportation Group, Incorporated dated March 12, 2015 for On Call Traffic Engineering Services 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
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $40,000 to expire on October 31, 2018 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Alliance Transportation Group Inc. and Williamson County dated March 12, 2015 for On Call Traffic Engineering Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $40,000.00 to expire on October 31, 2018 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services with Alliance Transportation Group, Incorporated dated March 12, 2015 for On Call Traffic Engineering Services 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
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $50,000 to expire on November 30,2018 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between On Call Professional Engineering Services and Williamson County dated December 22, 2016 for On Call Professional Engineering Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire on November 30, 2018 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services with Freese & Nichols, Incorporated dated December 22, 2016 for On Call Professional Engineering Services 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
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Alliance Transportation Group, Inc. and Williamson County dated October 19, 2016 for Engineering Services for Williamson County Long Range Transportation Plan.  This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to December 30, 2018.  The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract with Alliance Transportation Group, Incorporated dated October 19, 2016 for Engineering Services for Williamson County Long Range Transportation Plan extending the expiration date to December 30, 2018. The current Work Authorization dollar amount to remain the same.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $56,092.00 to expire on December 30, 2018 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Alliance Transportation Group and Williamson County dated October 19, 2016 for Engineering Services for Williamson County Long Range Transportation Plan.
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $56,092.00 to expire on December 30, 2018 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services with Alliance Transportation Group dated October 19, 2016 for Engineering Services for Williamson County Long Range Transportation Plan.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the replat for the Omer Galle Subdivision Lot 1 – Pct 2
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the replat for Omer Galle Subdivision Lot 1 – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a resolution recognizing Laura Sue Durrenberger Smith for contributions to Williamson County and the City of Weir.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a resolution recognizing Laura Sue Durrenberger Smith for contributions to Williamson County and the City of Weir.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
24.
To discuss, consider and take action to recognize the presentation of the 5 Star Award from the Texas Dept of State Health Services - Vital Statistics Section to the Williamson County Clerk's vitals division for the excellence in vital registration area for the 19th year since 1998.
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County Clerk Nancy Rister addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To recognize and acknowledge receipt of the 5 Star Award from the Texas Department of State Health Services - Vital Statistics Section to the Williamson County Clerk's Vitals Division for the excellence in vital registration area for the 19th year since 1998.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
25.
Receive and acknowledge the November 2017 Construction Summary Report for the Road Bond Program.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh presented the Construction Summary Report for the month of December. 
Attachments:
 
26.
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 addressed the Court.
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:21 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2017.
 
27.
10:00 AM:  Hold a public hearing pursuant to Texas Tax Code Chapter 311 regarding a proposed Order of the Williamson County Commissioners Court providing for the creation of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone within the City of Hutto. 
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Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown

No action was taken on this item.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:41 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2017.
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on declaring a notice of intent to participate in the Hutto Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone in relation to the Hutto Co-Op Site in Hutto, Texas, with such action to include but not be limited to setting forth conditions precedent for Williamson County’s participation in such Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone.
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Those who addressed the Court:
City Attorney of Hutto Bill Bingham
City Manager of Hutto Odis Jones
Mayor of Hutto Doug Gaul

This item was moved to Executive Session where no action was taken. After reconvening from Executive Session, no action was taken on this item. 
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No. 9 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 February 18, 2015. 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.
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 9 in the amount of $2,920.00 to expire on January 31, 2018 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services with Diamond Surveying, Incorporated dated February 18, 2015 to be funded by General Fund/Road & Bridge P-457.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Change Order No. 1, to contract number IFB 1706-170, in the amount of $5,000.00 for Rip Rap Replacement on the Bridge at CR 403 over Mustang Creek.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $5,000.00 for Rip Rap Replacement on the bridge at County Road (CR) 403 over Mustang Creek.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding a request by Judge Kennon to allocate Room 106 of the Justice Center for use by the Sheriff's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To allocate Room 106 of the Justice Center for temporary use by the Sheriff's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract and trail easement with Paul Postel Realty Corporation for the Brushy Creek Regional Trail project. Parcel 17. Funding Source Parks Bond P149
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Senior Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a real estate contract and trail easement with Paul Postel Realty, Corporation for the Brushy Creek Regional Trail (Parcel 17) to be funded from 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:
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Gary Watson for the San Gabriel Ranch Rd. project. Parcel 5. Funding Source: Road & Bridge P439
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a real estate contract with Gary Watson for the San Gabriel Ranch Road project (Parcel 5) to be funded from Road & Bridge P-439.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Joe E. Mireles Jr. for right of way needed on the San Gabriel Ranch Rd. project. Parcel 4. Funding Source: Road & Bridge P439
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a real estate contract with Joe E. Mireles, Jr. for right of way needed on the San Gabriel Ranch Road project (Parcel 4) to be funded from Road & Bridge P-439.

Aye:
County 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 a real estate contract and trail easement with Krause Holdings L.P. for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. Parcel 5. Funding Source: Park Bonds P419
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a real estate contract and trail easement with Krause Holdings, L.P. for the Brushy Creek Trail Project (Parcel 5) to be funded from Park 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:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on two Drainage Easements conveying 2,197 square feet and 0.122 acres of land from Williamson County to Parkside at Mayfield Ranch Municipal Utility District, and on consent to terms of a related Construction Agreement between Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District and Parkside at Mayfield Ranch Municipal Utility District.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve two (2) Drainage Easements conveying 2,197 square feet and 0.122 acres of land from Williamson County to Parkside at Mayfield Ranch Municipal Utility District, and on consent to terms of a related Construction Agreement between Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District and Parkside at Mayfield Ranch Municipal Utility District.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the first list of position classifications to be included in the salary study.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the first Proposed Position Classification list to be included in the salary study.

Aye:
County 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 authorizing the County Judge to execute the First Amendment to the United Health Care Administrative Services Agreement, Contract No. 911463 amending the funding arrangement regarding the Medical, Dental, Vision and Pharmacy Claims Administration.  
 
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Director of Benefits Administration Shelley Loughrey addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the First Amendment to the United Health Care Administrative Services Agreement, Contract No. 911463 amending the funding arrangement regarding the Medical, Dental, Vision and Pharmacy Claims Administration.

Aye:
County 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.
Acknowledge and ratify the County Judge’s execution of plan implementation documents entitled “Hold Harmless and Indemnification Agreement among Aetna Life Insurance Company, on behalf of itself and its affiliates and Williamson County and United Health Care Services, Inc for itself and its affiliated.”
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Director of Benefits Administration Shelley Loughrey addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge and ratify the County Judge’s execution of plan implementation documents entitled “Hold Harmless and Indemnification Agreement among Aetna Life Insurance Company, on behalf of itself and its affiliates and Williamson County and United Health Care Services, Incorporated for itself and its affiliated.”

Aye:
County 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 and take action to amend the Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Tobacco Fund Budget.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve amending the Tobacco Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2017-2018 to fund the High Utilizer Group (HUG) Program as a new Department from January 2018 thru September 2018.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on agreement with Thomson Reuters for Westlaw employee access for Williamson County. 
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Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an agreement with Thomson Reuters for Westlaw employee access for Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on agreement with Thomson Reuters for Westlaw public access.
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Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an agreement with Thomson Reuters for Westlaw public access.

Aye:
County 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 additional funding for PCN # 1811.001100, HazMat Asst. Chief
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding agreement with Charter Communications Operating, LLC d/b/a Spectrum for revised internet services at EMS stations to support county operations.
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Director of Public Safety Technology Richard Semple addressed the Court.
 

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 revised internet services at Emergency Medical Services (EMS) stations 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:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the continuation of funding for three employees of the Health Care Link program through DSRIP grant dollars.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein
Round Rock Fire Department Fire Chief Robert Isbell
Bluebonnet Trails Community Services Executive Director Andrea Richardson
Senior Director of Emergency Services John Sneed
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
 

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

Motion: To approve the continuation of funding for three (3) employees of the Health Care Link program through Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment (DSRIP) grant dollars.

Aye:
County 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 actions on the acceptance on the 2017 Emergency Management Performance Grant.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve acceptance on the 2017 Emergency Management Performance Grant.

Aye:
County 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 regarding lease renewal with Williamsburg Village Center, LP to support operations of Williamson County Commissioner, Pct. 3 for 2018.
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 

Motion: To approve a nine month lease renewal with Williamsburg Village Center, LP to support operations of Precinct 3 Commissioner for 2018.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the county judge to execute an amendment to the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Interlocal Agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To authorizing the County Judge to execute an amendment to the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Interlocal 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:
 
49.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of one (1) 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 with Knapheide Service Body in the amount of $52,538.00 per Caldwell Country Chevrolet BuyBoard Contract # 521-16 to support the operations of the Williamson County Road & Bridge Department.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the purchase of one (1) 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 with Knapheide Service Body in the amount of $52,538.00 per Caldwell Country Chevrolet BuyBoard Contract # 521-16 to support the operations of the Williamson County Road & Bridge Department.

Aye:
County 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 awarding IFB # 1711-203 Striping to the lowest responsive bidder(s) DIJ Construction as primary vendor and TRP Construction as secondary vendor.
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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) # 1711-203 Striping to the lowest responsive bidder(s) DIJ Construction as primary vendor and TRP Construction as secondary vendor.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ # 1602-057-5 Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing to ECS Southwest, LLP for Construction Materials Testing and Inspection for the Brushy Creek Trail at Champion Park 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 awarding Request for Quotation (RFQ) # 1602-057-5 Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing to ECS Southwest, LLP for Construction Materials Testing and Inspection for the Brushy Creek Trail at Champion Park 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:
 
52.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing temporary exception to competitive bidding and extend the current Merchant Credit Card contract with Certified Payments for an additional three months through March 31, 2018 in support of necessary county operations, including but not limited to law enforcement and safety.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize temporary exception to competitive bidding and extend the current Merchant Credit Card contract with Certified Payments for an additional three months through March 31, 2018 in support of necessary county operations, including but not limited to law enforcement and safety.

Aye:
County 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 approving the purchase of three (3) 2019 Freightliner M2-106 in the amount of $246,325.00 per Freightliner of Austin BuyBoard Contract # 521-16 to support the operations of the Williamson County Road & Bridge Department.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the purchase of three (3) 2019 Freightliner M2-106 in the amount of $246,325.00 per Freightliner of Austin BuyBoard Contract # 521-16 to support the operations of the Williamson County Road & Bridge Department.

Aye:
County 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:
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the approval of 6 vehicle's for Constable #1 office with Defender Supply/Holiday Chevrolet, in the amount of $313,404.02, through the Tarrant County Coop 2016-006. See attached quotes.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize the approval of (6) vehicle's for Constable #1 office with Defender Supply/Holiday Chevrolet, in the amount of $313,404.02 through the Tarrant County cooperative (co-op) 2016-006.

Aye:
County 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:
 
55.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding Portland Cement Type I/II for a term of one (1) year to Martin Marietta, per the lowest responsive quote received, pursuant to Texas Local Gov't Code, Section 262.0225(d) and Section 262.0245.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve awarding Portland Cement Type I/II for a term of one (1) year to Martin Marietta, per the lowest responsive quote received, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.0225(d) and Section 262.0245.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
56.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving quote and services contract between Presidio Networked Solutions, LLC and Williamson County for Isilon G6 Replication under DIR contract # DIR-TSO-2634 in the amount of $592,083.88.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a quote and services contract with Presidio Networked Solutions, LLC for Isilon G6 Replication under Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract # DIR-TSO-2634 in the amount of $592,083.88.

Aye:
County 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:
 
57.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving an agreement between Carahsoft Technology Corp. and Williamson County, for ServiceNow IT Service Management Application under DIR contract #DIR-TSO-3926 in the amount of $64,020.00.
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Purchasing Agent Randy Barker and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve an agreement with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for ServiceNow IT Service Management Application under GSA contract number GS-35F-0119Y in the amount of $116,209.51.

Aye:
County 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:
 
58.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the service agreement with Siteimprove, which incorporates the Siteimprove Software-as-a-Service Subscription Agreement, pursuant to DIR contract# DIR-TSO-3814 #58739, for an annual subscription fee (excluding applicable taxes) of $6,183.
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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 Siteimprove, which incorporates the Siteimprove Software-as-a-Service Subscription Agreement, pursuant to Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract# DIR-TSO-3814 #58739, for an annual subscription fee (excluding applicable taxes) of $6,183.00.

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:
 
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the blanket purchase order for the Sheriffs' office, for fuel, in the amount of $100,000, to Fuleman per TCPN R161501 pricing.
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Purchasing Agent Randy Barker addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the blanket purchase order for fuel for the Sheriffs' Office in the amount of $100,000.00 to Fuelman per TCPN R161501 pricing.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
60.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing service agreement with SimplexGrinnell for Fire Alarm Monitoring, which incorporates Exhibits A1-A5 and Exhibit B, pursuant to TX-MAS-5-03FACO10, with pricing as on shown on Exhibit A1-A5.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize a service agreement with SimplexGrinnell for Fire Alarm Monitoring, which incorporates Exhibits A1-A5 and Exhibit B, pursuant to TX-MAS-5-03FACO10, with pricing as on shown on Exhibit A1-A5.

Aye:
County 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:
 
61.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Emergency Medical Services (EMS).
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.333220 Payments From Other Entities $2,475.22

Aye:
County 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 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).
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0540.001100 Salaries $291.70
0100.0540.001110 Overtime $1,689.19
0100.0540.002010 FICA $151.54
0100.0540.002020 Retirement $264.84
0100.0540.002050 Workers' Compensation $77.95

Aye:
County 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 THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:20 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2017.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:22 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2017.
 

COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:22 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2017.
 
63.
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. 
 
64.
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 the acquisition of real property and easements 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. 
 
65.
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.
z) Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
66.
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. 
 
67.
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 1:06 P.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2017.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 1:18 P.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2017.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 3:04 P.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2017.
 
68.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
69.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
70.
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.
z) Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
71.
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. 
 
72.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments. 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT  3:05 P.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2017.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 9th day of January, 2018.

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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk