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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
January 18, 2018


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:36 A.M. on THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 2018, 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
 
Note: Commissioners' Court was postponed and rescheduled for January 18, 2018 due to the County being closed due to inclement weather. 

Government Code Section 551.0411 (b)  A governmental body that is prevented from convening an open meeting that was otherwise properly posted under Section 551.041 because of a catastrophe may convene the meeting in a convenient location within 72 hours pursuant to Section 551.045 if the action is taken in good faith and not to circumvent this chapter.  If the governmental body is unable to convene the open meeting within those 72 hours, the governmental body may subsequently convene the meeting only if the governmental body gives written notice of the meeting as required by this subchapter.
 
Government Code Section 551.0411 (c)  In this section, "catastrophe" means a condition or occurrence that interferes physically with the ability of a governmental body to conduct a meeting, including:
(1)  fire, flood, earthquake, hurricane, tornado, or wind, rain, or snow storm;
(2)  power failure, transportation failure, or interruption of communication facilities;
(3)  epidemic; or
(4)  riot, civil disturbance, enemy attack, or other actual or threatened act of lawlessness or violence.
 
 
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 January 9, 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 Paryable/Payroll Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $4,999,949.17 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.
There were no comments.
 
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 – 14 )
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate on a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace, Precinct #3.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace Precinct #3.

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0453-004190 Autopsies, Medical Inquests $6,000.00
To 0100-0453-004002 Jurors, Grand Jurors, Jury Com $6,000.00

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

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, December 2017 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Departments monthly report of asset dispositions through auction for the period of 12/5/2017 through 1/10/2018.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge and approve the Purchasing Departments monthly report of asset dispositions through auction for the period of December 5, 2017 through January 10, 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:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) Dell Optiplex 740, (1) Dell Optiplex 780, (1) Dell Optiplex 740 and (1) Dell Optiplex 790 (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) Dell Optiplex 740, (1) Dell Optiplex 780, (1) Dell Optiplex 740 and (1) Dell Optiplex 790 (see attached lists) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
10.
To consider and note in the minutes the completion of the required 20 hours of continuing education hours for County Clerk Nancy E. Rister as prescribed in Tx Govt Code 51.605.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve noting in the Minutes the completion of the required 20 hours of continuing education hours for County Clerk Nancy E. Rister as prescribed in Texas Government Code Section 51.605.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to recognize completion of the required continuing education hours for the Williamson County Tax Assessor Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To recognizing noting in the Minutes the completion of the required continuing education hours for the Williamson County Tax Assessor Collector.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of December 2017 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve property tax collections for the month of December 2017 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of December 2017 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of December 2017 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
County 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 appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 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.
 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 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.

Aye:
County 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
 
15.
Receive and acknowledge the January 2018 Construction Summary Report for the Road Bond Program.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
View Agenda Item
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh invited all to attend a Ground Breaking Ceremony:

1:30 P.M.
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
Williamson County Animal Shelter



 
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 7 in the amount of -$55,044.67 for Forest North, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 1.  Project: P225.  Funding Source: Road Bonds.
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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 Change Order No. 7 in the amount of -$55,044.67 for Forest North, a Road Bond Project in Precinct #1 to be funded from Road Bond P-225.

Aye:
County 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 regarding Change Order No. 8 in the amount of -$108,905.22 for Forest North, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 1.  Project: P225.  Funding Source: Road Bonds.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 8 in the amount of -$108,905.22 for Forest North, a Road Bond Project in Precinct #1 to be funded from Road Bond P-225.

Aye:
County 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 Change Order No. 1, to contract number IFB 1708-182, in the amount of $36,500.00 for water line relocation on the River Road and Old Windmill Road improvements.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 under Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1708-182 for a Road and Bridge project in the amount of $36,500.00 for a water line relocation on the River Road and Old Windmill Road improvements.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Advanced Funding Agreement for a transportation alternative program project, Brushy Creek Regional Trail Phase V, with the Texas Department of Transportation.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an Advanced Funding Agreement for a Transportation Alternative Program project, Brushy Creek Regional Trail Phase V, with the Texas Department of Transportation.

Aye:
County 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 Interlocal Agreement with Aqua Utilities Inc. regarding reimbursement for water line relocations associated with the River Road and Old Windmill Road improvements.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement with Aqua Utilities, Inc. regarding reimbursement for water line relocations associated with the River Road and Old Windmill Road improvements.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Department, to move $350,000 from San Gabriel Dam P439 to Cedar Hollow Relief P479.
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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 line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Department to move $350,000.00 from San Gabriel Dam (P-439) to Cedar Hollow Relief (P-479).

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Nay:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Long Term Planning Budget Transfer to close and move all funds from Corridor A1 (P458) and Corridor E1 (P460) to Southeast Corridor Study (A1/A2/E1) (P463).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Long Term Planning Budget Transfer to close and move all funds from Corridor A1 (P-458) and Corridor E1 (P-460) to Southeast Corridor Study (A1/A2/E1) (P-463).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:02 A.M. ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 2018.
 
24.
10:00 AM -  Conduct a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to Appendix A - Platting Guidelines of the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations pursuant to the authority of Chapter 232 of the Texas Local Government Code.
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General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes addressed the Court.

There were no comments.
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:05 A.M. ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 2018.
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on amending Appendix A - Platting Guidelines of the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations pursuant to the authority of Chapter 232 of the Texas Local Government Code. 
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve amending Appendix A - Platting Guidelines of the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations pursuant to the authority of Chapter 232 of the Texas Local Government Code.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Chandler Creek Parcel E&F, L.P. for right of way needed on the N. Mays Extension project. (Parcels 9 & 10); Funding Source P224
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Chandler Creek Parcel E&F, L.P. for right of way needed on the North Mays Extension project (Parcels 9 & 10) to be funded from Road Bond P-224.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Chandler Creek LP for right of way needed on the N. Mays Extension project (Parcel 7): Funding Source P224
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Chandler Creek, LP for right of way needed on the North Mays Extension project (Parcel 7) to be funded from Road Bond P-224.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Ruben Gomez for right of way needed on the CR 200 project. ( Parcel 14): Funding Source P285
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Ruben Gomez for right of way needed on the County Road (CR) 200 project (Parcel 14) to be funded from Road Bond P-285.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Robert S. Dyer and Belinda Dyer for right of way needed on the CR 200 project. (Parcel 25) : Funding Source P285
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Robert S. Dyer and Belinda Dyer for right of way needed on the County Road (CR) 200 project (Parcel 25) to be funded from Road Bond P-285.

Aye:
County 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 a Real Estate Contract with Connie M. Regier for right of way needed on the CR 200 project. (Parcel 12) : Funding Source P285
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Connie M. Regier for right of way needed on the County Road (CR) 200 project (Parcel 12) to be funded from Road Bond P-285.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Lissa C. Anders and Justin Anders for right of way needed on the CR 200 project. (Parcel 19) : Funding Source P285
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Lissa C. Anders and Justin Anders for right of way needed on the County Road (CR) 200 project (Parcel 19) to be funded from Road Bond P-285.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract for unimproved property from James Daniel Johnson for right of way needed on the Brushy Creek Trail Project (Parcel 14). Funding Source Park Bonds P211
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract for unimproved property from James Daniel Johnson for right of way needed on the Brushy Creek Trail project (Parcel 14) 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:
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract for unimproved property from Janet Bartholomew, John Johnson, James Daniel Johnson and John Reid for right of way needed on the Brushy Creek Trail Project (Parcel 14). Funding Source Park Bonds P211
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract for unimproved property from Janet Bartholomew, John Johnson, James Daniel Johnson and John Reid for right of way needed on the Brushy Creek Trail project (Parcel 14) 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:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with ForeverForward LLC for right of way needed on the N. Mays Extension project (Parcel 8). : Funding Source Road Bonds P224
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with ForeverForward, LLC for right of way needed on the North Mays Extension project (Parcel 8) to be funded from Road Bond P-224.

Aye:
County 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 any appropriate action for approval of Access Agreement between Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Big Fish Entertainment LLC to be a part of "Almost Live" multi-part series including authority for Sheriff to sign same.
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General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes and County Sheriff Robert Chody addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Access Agreement beginning on January 16, 2018 to continue through and including July 16, 2018 between Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Big Fish Entertainment, LLC to be a part of "Almost Live" multi-part series including authority for Sheriff to sign 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:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a Clarifying Order Relating to an Order Regulating Solid Waste in the unincorporated areas of Williamson County, Texas.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Clarifying Order relating to an Order Regulating Solid Waste in the unincorporated areas of 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:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Tax Increment Financing between Williamson County and the City of Hutto, which sets forth the terms and conditions of Williamson County’s participation in the Hutto Reinvestment Zone Number One; as well as take any appropriate action to appoint two members to serve on the Hutto Reinvestment Zone Number One’s Board of Directors on behalf of Williamson County.
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Those who addressed the Court:
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes
City Manager of Hutto Odis Jones
Private Developer Bob Wunsch
 

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

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Tax Increment Financing between Williamson County and the City of Hutto, which sets forth the terms and conditions of Williamson County’s participation in the Hutto Reinvestment Zone Number One; to appoint Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen and County Treasurer Scott Heselmyer to serve on the Hutto Reinvestment Zone Number One’s Board of Directors on behalf of 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:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County, Texas and the City of Hutto, Texas setting out the terms and conditions for land acquisition options and exchanges for properties owned by both Williamson County and the City of Hutto. 
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Those who addressed the Court:
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes 
City Manager of Hutto Odis Jones
Mayor Pro-tem, City Council Place 2 Tom Hines
 

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

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Hutto setting out the terms and conditions for land acquisition options and exchanges for properties owned by both Williamson County and the City of Hutto.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving $18,456.56 in additional salary funding for the newly created Assistant Chief position. 
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Those who addressed the Court:
EMS Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Manager Marty Herrin 
Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes

This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve order for interment of deceased Williamson County resident (Jimmie A. Davidson) where there has been no inquest by the Justice of the Peace and the county has duty to inter, pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code § 711.002(e), and authorize Heart of Texas Cremation & Burial Service to move forward with interment.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order for interment of deceased Williamson County resident Jimmie A. Davidson where there has been no inquest by the Justice of the Peace and the County has duty to inter, pursuant to Texas Health & Safety Code Section 711.002(e), and authorize Heart of Texas Cremation & Burial Service to move forward with interment.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take any appropriate action regarding the approval of the early voting polling locations and voting hours for the 2018 Republican Party and Democratic Party Primary Elections to be held March 6, 2018.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve early voting polling locations and voting hours for the 2018 Republican Party and Democratic Party Primary Elections to be held March 6, 2018.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding the proposals received for RFP 1708-179 Electronic Payment Processing to Tyler Technologies and Certified Payments.
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County Treasurer Scott Heselmyer addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve awarding the proposals received for Request for Proposal (RFP) #1708-179 Electronic Payment Processing to Tyler Technologies and Certified Payments.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of historical document preservation in the amount of $157,581.08 from Kofile Technologies per GSA Contract # GS-35F-275AA to support the operation of the Williamson County District Clerk's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the purchase of historical document preservation in the amount of $157,581.08 to Kofile Technologies per GSA Contract #GS-35F-275AA to support the operation of the Williamson County District Clerk's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Agreement for A/E Services for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Training Center Project between Williamson County and Brinkley Sargent Wiginton Architects and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the Agreement for A/E Services for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Training Center Project between Williamson County and Brinkley Sargent Wiginton Architects and authorizing execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Add-On Quote from Superion for the implementation of the Purvis Interface in the testing and training environment between Superion Data Systems, Inc. and Williamson County and authorizing execution of the agreement. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Add-On Quote from Superion for the implementation of the Purvis Interface in the testing and training environment between Superion Data Systems, Inc. and Williamson County and authorizing execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of historical document preservation in the amount of $66,543.00 from Kofile Technology per Interlocal Agreement between Brazoria County, Texas and Williamson County to support the operation of the County Clerk's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the purchase of historical document preservation in the amount of $66,543.00 to Kofile Technology per Interlocal Agreement between Brazoria County and Williamson County to support the operation of the County Clerk's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #1711-205 Concessions for Expo Center to the sole proposer Heartland Food Group, a division of East Pointe Holding, Inc. 

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

Motion: To award Request for Proposal (RFP) #1711-205 Concessions for Exposition Center to the sole proposer Heartland Food Group, a division of East Pointe Holding, Inc.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a Services Contract between Williamson County and Mtech Comfort Systems USA for Installation of HVAC Units at the Historic Courthouse in the amount of $142,330.00 per TIPS contract # 1032615 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Services Contract between Williamson County and Mtech Comfort Systems, USA for installation of Heating Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) units at the Historic Courthouse in the amount of $142,330.00 per The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) contract #1032615 and authorizing execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.333220 Payments From Other Entities $900.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Mobile Outreach Team:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0341.001920 Medical School Stipend $712.75
0100.0341.002010 FICA $54.51
0100.0341.002020 Retirement $97.09
0100.0341.002050 Workers' Compensation $35.65

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program:
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the National Association of Counties (NACo) Prescription Discount Card Program:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.370500 Miscellaneous Revenue $455.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the National Association of Counties (NACo) Prescription Discount Card Program:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0630.004921 County Wide Rx Discount Card Program $455.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment acknowledging additional revenues for Animal Shelter Donations:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0546.0000.367404 Animal Shelter Donations $16,891.85
0546.0000.367440 Jane's Fund Donations $14,874.64
0546.0000.367441 ASPCA Donations $0.00
0546.0000.367442 Play Yard Donation $250.00
0546.0000.367443 Heart Worm Treatment Donations $8,085.59
0546.0000.367445 Sit Team Donations $0.00
0546.0000.370150 Sale of Pet Care Products $919.44

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the use of Animal Shelter Donations:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0546.0546.003510 Purchases for Resale $919.44
0546.0546.003670 Use of Donations $16,891.85
0546.0546.004100 Professional Services $14,874.64
0546.0546.004109 Special Needs $0.00
0546.0546.004232 Training $0.00
0546.0546.004509 Facility Enhancements $250.00
0546.0546.004975 Animal Medical Care $8,085.59

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Sheriff's Office Victim's Assistance Donations:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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 the Sheriff's Office Victim's Assistance Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.367400 Donations $115.52

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
 
56.
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 the use of Sheriff's Office Victim's Assistance Donations:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0560.003671 VA Donations $115.52

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.367403 Park Donations $2,720.10

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
 
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0510.003670 Use of Donations $2,720.10

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:10 A.M. ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 2018.
 
59.
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. 
 
60.
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 for N. Mays Extension.
    e)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 101
    f)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 200
    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
C.    Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman. 
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No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
61.
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.
aa) Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01114-LY, Elizabeth Saucedo v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
bb) Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01113-LY, Tettus Davis v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
62.
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. 
 
63.
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 12:18 P.M. ON THURSDAY, January 18, 2018.
 
64.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
65.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
66.
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.
aa) Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01114-LY, Elizabeth Saucedo v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
bb) Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01113-LY, Tettus Davis v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
No action was taken on this item.
 
67.
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.
 
68.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT  12:18 P.M. ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 2018.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 23rd day of January, 2018.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk