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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
January 30, 2018


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:37 A.M. on TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 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
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the January 23, 2018 meeting.

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

Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $ 6,311,665.62 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:
Alex Curry of Georgetown
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Marshall Smith of Taylor

No action was taken on this item.
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 5 – 28 )
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Sheriff:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0560.003100 Office Supplies $4,368.00
To 0100.0560.004510 Facility Maintenance $4,368.00

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 a line item transfer for Constable Pct. 3. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Constable Precinct 3:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0553-003005 Office Furniture $950.51
To 0100-0553-001114 Certifications $781.74
To 0100-0553-002010 FICA $59.80
To 0100-0553-002020 Retirement $108.97

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 a line item transfer for OSSF.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the On-Site Sewage Facility (OSSF):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0661-005700 Vehicles > $5,000 $2,000.00
To 0100-0661-004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance $2,000.00

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
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line transfer item for Road and Bridge Division.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005700 Vehicles > $5,000 $98,024.33
To 0200-0210-000777 Transfer to Capital Projects $1,024.33
To 0200-0210-003551 Base & Stabilizer $97,000.00

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
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve compensation changes, position 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:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (21) Desktops, (1) Panasonic laptop, (2) Servers, (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (21) desktops, (1) Panasonic laptop, (2) servers, (see attached lists) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including (1) Dell Desktop 7020 and (40) Lobby chairs (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including (1) Dell desktop 7020 and (40) lobby chairs (see attached lists) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on exempting the purchase of two (2) new dual-purpose police canines from Hill Country Dog Center from the competitive bidding or proposal requirements pursuant to Section 262.024(a)(2) of the Texas Local Government Code, and finding that purchase supports the health and safety operations of the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve exempting the purchase of two (2) new dual-purpose police canines from Hill Country Dog Center from the competitive bidding or proposal requirements pursuant to Section 262.024(a)(2) of the Texas Local Government Code, and finding that purchase supports the health and safety operations of the Williamson County 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
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (2) 2010 Chevy Tahoes, (1) 2008 Ford Crown Victoria, and (1) 2013 Chevy Tahoe (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (2) 2010 Chevy Tahoes, (1) 2008 Ford Crown Victoria, and (1) 2013 Chevy Tahoe (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:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding acceptance of a donation to the Williamson County Animal Shelter of (1) 2006 Bass Cat Boat, (1) 2005 Mercury 150 horsepower motor and (1) 2006 Bass Cat Trailer from Deborah Lea Thomas pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code § 81.032.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the acceptance of a donation to the Williamson County Animal Shelter of (1) 2006 Bass Cat Boat, (1) 2005 Mercury 150 horsepower motor and (1) 2006 Bass Cat Trailer from Deborah Lea Thomas pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 81.032.

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 and consider approving the County Attorney's Office Racial Profile report for 2017.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the County Attorney's Office Racial Profile report for 2017.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss and consider approving the 2017 Racial Profiling Report for County Sheriff.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the 2017 Racial Profiling report for the County Sheriff.

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 appointment of Kurt Michael Prossner to Place #2 on the Emergency Service District ( ESD) #12 Board of Directors for a two-year term from January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the appointment of Kurt Michael Prossner to Place #2 on the Emergency Service District ( ESD) #12 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2018 and ending 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:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Daniel W. Martillotti to Place #1 on the Emergency Services District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors for a two-year term from January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve appointment of Daniel W. Martillotti to Place #1 on the Emergency Services District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2018 and ending 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:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Anthony (Tony) Clark to Place #3 on the Emergency Service District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors for a two-year term from January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve appointment of Anthony (Tony) Clark to Place #3 on the Emergency Service District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2018 and ending 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:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Judy Lawler Pokorny to Place #4 on the Emergency Service District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors beginning immediately to fill the unexpired two-year term that began January 1, 2017 and ends on December 31, 2018.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve appointment of Judy Lawler Pokorny to Place #4 on the Emergency Service District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors beginning immediately to fill the unexpired two-year term that began January 1, 2017 and ending on December 31, 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:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Suzanne Hisle Courtney to Place #2 of the Emergency Services District (ESD) #11 Board of Directors for a two-year term from January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the appointment of Suzanne Hisle Courtney to Place #2 of the Emergency Services District (ESD) #11 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2018 and ending 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:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Jack Richards to Place #1 on the Emergency Services District (ESD) #11 Board of Directors for a two-year term from January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the reappointment of Jack Richards to Place #1 on the Emergency Services District (ESD) #11 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2018 and ending 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:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to revise the current County Fleet Committee members.
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Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the revising of the current County Fleet Committee member participants.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Funding Modification No. 00010 to the Intergovernmental Services Agreement between Williamson County and US Immigration and Customs Enforcement relating to the T. Don Hutto Facility.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a Funding Modification No. 00010 to the Intergovernmental Services Agreement between Williamson County and United Stated (US) Immigration and Customs Enforcement relating to the T. Don Hutto Facility.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute the Certificate of Approval relating to the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation’s Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Hutto Station Apartments Project).
 
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
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26.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action on revising prior authorization (granted on October 17, 2017 under agenda item #31) on transferring $70,000 and changing to “transferring up to $70,000” from the Fiscal Year 2016 Community Development Block Grant Granger Sewer Project to the Fiscal Years 2014 and 2015 Community Development Block Grant Granger Drainage Project. Revision will authorize City of Granger to reallocate an amount under $70,000 while remaining within necessary criteria for the Annual Action Plan.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve revising prior authorization (granted on October 17, 2017 under agenda item no. 31) on "transferring $70,000.00" and changing to “transferring up to $70,000.00” from the Fiscal Year 2016 Community Development Block Grant Granger Sewer Project to the Fiscal Years 2014 and 2015 Community Development Block Grant Granger Drainage Project. The revision will authorize the City of Granger to reallocate an amount under $70,000.00 while remaining within necessary criteria for the Annual Action 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
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 under Williamson County Contract between Rodriguez Engineering Laboratories, LLC and Williamson County dated January 10, 2017 for On Call Geotechnical Engineering and Material Testing.  This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $75,000. 
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 under Williamson County Contract between Rodriguez Engineering Laboratories, LLC and Williamson County dated January 10, 2017 for On Call Geotechnical Engineering and Material Testing which increases the maximum amount payable to $75,000.00.

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:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Texas Avenue Remodel Project; Change Order # 17 in the amount of $5,919.57 for the purchase and installation of three new water cooler units, a new fire alarm panel and for the addition of GFCI outlets to meet code, which was executed by Bob Lubecker, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order is being funded out of the Owners Contingency.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a report on the Texas Avenue Remodel Project Change Order No. 17 in the amount of $5,919.57 for the purchase and installation of three new water cooler units, a new fire alarm panel and for the addition of ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlets to meet code, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Bob Lubecker pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded out of the Owners Contingency.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
29.
Hear update from Dan Wegmiller of Specialized Public Finance regarding results of the Unlimited Tax Road Bonds, Series 2017.
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Specialized Public Finance, Inc. Financial Advisor Dan Wegmiller and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.

No action was taken on this item.
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30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.

No action was taken on this item.
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $49,456.20 for RM 620 Phase 2, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 1.  Project: P235.  Funding Source: Road Bonds.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $49,456.20 for Ranch to Market (RM) 620 Phase 2, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 1 to be funded from Road Bond P-235.

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 and take appropriate action on Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project, P323, Change Order # 9 from American Constructors in the amount of $31,780.23 to construct a monument sign at Chandler Road including related structural and electrical items. This change order is being funded out of the Landscape Allowance.  
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project, P-323, Change Order No. 9 from American Constructors in the amount of $31,780.23 to construct a monument sign at Chandler Road including related structural and electrical items to be funded out of the Landscape Allowance.

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 Elite Media Holdings, LLC for easement interest related to the Brushy Creek Trail Project. (Parcel 6): Funding Source Park Bonds P419
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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 Elite Media Holdings, LLC for easement interest related to the Brushy Creek Trail Project (Parcel 6) 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 Wendy and Ryan Wendland for right of way needed on the CR 101 project. (Parcel 30): Funding Source Bonds P269
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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 Wendy Wendland and Ryan Wendland for right of way needed on the County Road (CR) 101 project (Parcel 30) to be funded from Road Bond P-269.

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 granting a twenty foot utility easement to Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. in order to provide additional electric service to Williamson County's real property located at 1407 U.S. 183, Liberty Hill, Texas.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an order granting a twenty foot utility easement to Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. in order to provide additional electric service to Williamson County's real property located at 1407 United States (US) 183, Liberty Hill, Texas.

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 appointment of Erin Tanner to Place #5 on the Emergency Service District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors beginning immediately to fill the unexpired two-year term that began January 1, 2017 and ends on December 31, 2018.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve appointment of Erin Tanner to Place #5 on the Emergency Service District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors beginning immediately to fill the unexpired two-year term that began January 1, 2017 and ending on December 31, 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:
 
37.
Discuss the 12-bed Crisis Stabilization Unit within the Georgetown Behavioral Health Institute.  
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Bluebonnet Trails Community Services Director Andrea Richardson and Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig addressed the Court.

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the Benefit Committee Terms and the reappointment of Terron Evertson’s new three-year term which began on January 1, 2017 and will expire on December 31, 2020.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the Benefit Committee Terms and the reappointment of Terron Evertson’s new three-year term which began on January 1, 2017 and ending December 31, 2020.

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 to approve the Williamson County Benefit Committee Bylaws.
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Director of Benefits Administration Shelley Loughrey and General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes addressed the Court.

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:37 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2018.
 
40.
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
   k)    Wolf Lakes
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No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
41.
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
    o)    Discuss the possible sale of a portion of the Candle Factory tract. 
C.    Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman. 
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No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
42.
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) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
h) 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
i) Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal
j) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
k) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
l) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
m) 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.
n) 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.
o) 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.
p) Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center construction issues.
q) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
r) 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
s) Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
t) 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.
u) 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.
v) Farm and Grazing Lease with Mary Brett Covington dated effective March 29, 2016 on county land near County Road 131
w) Amendment to Interlocal Lease Agreement between Williamson County and City of Georgetown relating to Williamson County’s property located near Martin Luther King Boulevard and 8th Streets in Georgetown, Texas
x) Civil Action No. 1:18-CV-49, Troy Mansfield v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
43.
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. 
 
44.
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 12:34 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2018.
 
45.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
46.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
47.
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) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
h) 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
i) 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
j) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
k) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
l) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
m) 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.
n) 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.
o) 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.
p) Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center construction issues.
q) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
r) 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
s) Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
t) 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.
u) 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.
v) Farm and Grazing Lease with Mary Brett Covington dated effective March 29, 2016 on county land near County Road 131
w) Amendment to Interlocal Lease Agreement between Williamson County and City of Georgetown relating to Williamson County’s property located near Martin Luther King Boulevard and 8th Streets in Georgetown, Texas
x) Civil Action No. 1:18-CV-49, Troy Mansfield v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
48.
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. 
 
49.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:34 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2018.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 6th day of February, 2018.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk