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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
February 27, 2018


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:33 A.M. on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • 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
Absent:
  • County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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 February 20, 2018 meeting.

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

Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $4,503,791.29 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:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
4.
Citizen comments.
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Alex Curry of Georgetown
Bill Kelberlau  of Georgetown
Sofia Casini of Austin, Travis County
Connie Roalson of Round Rock
Joe Reedholm of Georgetown
Rebecca Brooks of Round Rock 
Sulma Franco of Austin, Travis County with interpreter

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 – 20 )
 
5.
Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the Constable Precinct #1 Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Constable Precinct 1 Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non-Departmental / Contingencies $1,397.36
To 0100-0551-001114 Constable Precinct 1 / Certification Pay $1,149.25
To 0100-0551-002010 Constable Precinct 1 / FICA $87.91
To 0100-0551-002020 Constable Precinct 1 / Retirement $160.20

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action approving a line item transfer for County Attorney's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0475.004902 County Attorney Legal Supplement $2,522.76
To 0100.0475.004999 Miscellaneous $1,112.76
To 0100.0475.004232 Training, Conferences, Seminars $1,410.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the 368th District Court.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the 368th District Court:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004988 Non-Departmental / Contingencies $1,128.67
To 0100-0438-003010 Computer Equipment < $5,000 $1,128.67

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

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

Motion: To approve a correction to the line item transfer for the 368th District Court correcting account number 0100-0409-004988 to 0100-0409-04998.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
8.
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 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers with correction changing department code 8004 to 0581 on the first (3) entries.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) 2011 Chevy Tahoe and (3) Dell Optiplex computers pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) 2011 Chevy Tahoe and (3) Dell Optiplex computers pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of January 2018 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve property tax collections for the month of January 2018 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of January 2018 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of January 2018 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve order for interment of deceased Williamson County resident (James H. Coward) 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 Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an order for interment of deceased Williamson County resident, James H. Coward, 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 Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute a Certificate of Approval relating to the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation’s Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for the Residences at Stillwater Apartments Project.

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General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes addressed the Court.  This item was moved to the Regular Agenda.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Certificate of Approval relating to the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation’s Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for the residences at Stillwater Apartments Project.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #27 in the amount of $2,687.00 for additional roller shades and a credit for window blinds, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order is being funded out of the Owners Contingency.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To accept and approve a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order No. 27 in the amount of $2,687.00 for additional roller shades and a credit for window blinds, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded from the Owners Contingency.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #40 in the amount of ($6,292.00) to receive credit for deleted structural concrete, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order is being credited to the Owners Contingency.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To accept and approve a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order No. 40 in the amount of ($6,292.00) to receive credit for deleted structural concrete, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be credited to the Owners Contingency.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #43 in the amount of $24,129.00 for the addition of an HVAC unit at Stairwell # 2, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order is to be funded by the Owners Contingency.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To accept and approve a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order No. 43 in the amount of $24,129.00 for the addition of a Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) unit at Stairwell # 2, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded from the Owners Contingency.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #44 in the amount of $4,882.00 for electrical modifications at warehouse per ASI-037, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order is to be funded by the Owners Contingency.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To accept and approve a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order No. 44 in the amount of $4,882.00 for electrical modifications at warehouse per ASI-037, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded from Owners Contingency.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Jail Kitchen and Plumbing Remodel Project; Change Order # 3 in the amount of $49,389.05 for additional HVAC and plumbing work, and safety upgrades associated with unforeseen conditions and safety items that were upgraded from the original specifications, which was executed by Dale Butler, 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 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To accept and approve a report on the Jail Kitchen and Plumbing Remodel Project; Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $49,389.05 for additional Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and plumbing work, and safety upgrades associated with unforeseen conditions and safety items that were upgraded from the original specifications, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dale Butler, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded from the Owners Contingency.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Jail Kitchen and Plumbing Remodel Project; Change Order # 4 in the amount of $37,632.70 for additional HVAC and plumbing work associated with ASI # 3, scope deletion credit and Owner requested repairs and changes at kitchen doors and ceilings, which was executed by Dale Butler, 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 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To accept and approve a report on the Jail Kitchen and Plumbing Remodel Project; Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $37,632.70 for additional Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and plumbing work associated with ASI #3, scope deletion credit and owner requested repairs and changes at kitchen doors and ceilings, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dale Butler, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded from the Owners Contingency.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Ranches at Salado Brook subdivision - Pct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Ranches at Salado Brook subdivision - Precinct 3.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
21.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning the cancellation of Commissioners Court on March 13th, 2018.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the cancellation of Commissioners Court on March 13, 2018.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:04 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018.
 
22.
10:00 AM: Conduct public hearing pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Chapter 392 regarding a resolution to declare a need for a regional housing authority that would include Williamson County due to a shortage of safe or sanitary housing in Williamson County available to low-income persons at rents that they can afford and admitting Williamson County, Texas as a member of the Texas Housing Foundation, a Texas Regional Housing Authority.
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Those who addressed the Court:
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes
Texas Housing Foundation Chief Executive Officer Mark Mayfield 
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:30 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018.
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution declaring a need for a regional housing authority that would include Williamson County due to a shortage of safe or sanitary housing in Williamson County available to low-income persons at rents that they can afford and admitting Williamson County, Texas as a member of the Texas Housing Foundation, a Texas Regional Housing Authority. 
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
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24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing a commissioner for the Texas Housing Foundation Board of Commissioners to represent Williamson County on the Texas Housing Foundation Board to serve a two (2) year term commencing on March 1, 2018 and ending on February 29, 2020, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 392.033.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh invited the Public to a ribbon cutting ceremony:

Arterial H 
Arterial H (Eastern end) and Massey Way
Thursday, March 1, 2018
1:30 P.M.
Attachments:
 
26.
Receive and acknowledge the February 2018 Construction Summary Report for the Road Bond Program.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 5 in the amount of -$2,831.05 for Pearson Ranch Road, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 1.  Project:  P221 Pearson Ranch Road.  Funding Source: Road Bond
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 5 in the amount of -$2,831.05 for Pearson Ranch Road, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 1, to be credited to Road Bond P-221.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $154,700.48 for Pearson Ranch Road, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 1.  Project:  P221 Pearson Ranch Road.  Funding Source: Road Bond
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $154,700.48 for Pearson Ranch Road, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 1 to be funded from Road Bond P-221.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on new Professional Service Agreement with Doucet & Associates, Inc. to provide Smith Branch Flood Control and Drainage Engineering Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
 
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Professional Service Agreement with Doucet & Associates, Inc. to provide Smith Branch Flood Control and Drainage Engineering Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $114,250.00 to expire on September 30, 2018 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Doucet & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 27, 2018 for Smith Branch Flood Control and Drainage Engineering Services - Williamson County Juvenile Justice Center.
 
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $114,250.00 to expire on September 30, 2018 under Williamson County contract for Engineering Services between Doucet & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 27, 2018 for Smith Branch Flood Control and Drainage Engineering Services - Williamson County Juvenile Justice Center.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #39 from Vaughn Construction for time extension to the contract of 15 days due to inclement weather.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order No. 39 from Vaughn Construction for time extension to the contract of 15 days due to inclement weather.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #42 from Vaughn Construction in the amount of ($44,494.00) to receive credit for asphalt paving that was removed from the original scope of the project. This change order is being credited back to the Owners Contingency.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order No. 42 from Vaughn Construction in the amount of ($44,494.00) to receive credit for asphalt paving that was removed from the original scope of the project to be credited to the Owners Contingency.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a First Amendment to an Agreement Between Owner and Contractor, by and between Williamson County and STR Constructors, LTD. relating to the Williamson County Jail Kitchen and Plumbing Remodel Project.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the First Amendment to an Agreement Between Owner and Contractor, by and between Williamson County and STR Constructors, LTD., relating to the Williamson County Jail Kitchen and Plumbing Remodel Project.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Jail Kitchen and Plumbing Remodel Project; P411, Change Order # 5 from STR Constructors, LTD. in the amount of $83,476.43 for additional electrical work associated with ASI # 3, and additional plumbing work in the main North Jail plumbing chases. 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 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 5 for Jail Kitchen and Plumbing Remodel Project; P-411 from STR Constructors, LTD in the amount of $83,476.43 for additional electrical work associated with ASI # 3, and additional plumbing work in the main North Jail plumbing chases to be funded from Owners Contingency.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a revised Resolution for the TxDOT Advance Funding Agreement for Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation Off the State System in regards to the CR 456 truss bridge in Coupland.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a revised Resolution for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Advance Funding Agreement for Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation off-state system in regards to the County Road (CR) 456 truss bridge in Coupland.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Daniel and Crystal Corbell for right of way needed on CR 200 (Parcel 22). Funding Source Road Bonds P285
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Daniel Blake Corbell and Crystal Fayth Corbell for right of way needed on County Road (CR) 200 (Parcel 22) to be funded from Road Bond P-285.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Joseph and Holli Pietropaolo for right fo way needed on CR 200 (Parcel 18). Funding Source Road Bonds P285
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Joseph Pietropaolo and Holli Pietropaolo for right of way needed on County Road (CR) 200 (Parcel 18) to be funded from Road Bond P-285.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an escrow agreement  with Chandler Creek LP regarding work to be done by the County as a part of the construction of the N. Mays project. (Parcel 7). Funding Source: General Funds
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve an Escrow Agreement with Chandler Creek, L.P. regarding work to be done by the County as a part of the construction of the North Mays Project (Parcel 7) to be funded from General Funds.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss and take appropriate action to amend 2014 Tax Benefit Financing enrollment list to include Bar-W Ranch (formerly Wedemeyer Ranch) under Williamson County Conservation Foundation File number 20141223.
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Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To amend the 2014 Tax Benefit Financing enrollment list to include Bar-W Ranch (formerly Wedemeyer Ranch) under Williamson County Conservation Foundation file number 20141223.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the use of unallocated funds on the law enforcement scale in the County Attorney's office in the amount of $3,167.82.
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County Attorney Dee Hobbs addressed the Court. 

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a Supplemental Agreement to the Agreement for Architectural and Engineering Services, originally procured under RFQ#14RFQ00108, between Populous, Inc. and Williamson County relating to additional architectural and engineering services for construction programming, design and construction administration in the amount of $233,000 to support the operations of the Williamson County Expo Center and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Supplemental Agreement to the Agreement for Architectural and Engineering Services, originally procured under Request for Quotation (RFQ) #14RFQ00108, between Populous, Inc. and Williamson County relating to additional architectural and engineering services for construction programming, design and construction administration in the amount of $233,000.00 to support the operations of the Williamson County Exposition (Expo) Center and authorizing execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the agreements between Amarillo Junior College District and Williamson County for Technical Training (#180001 Air Generative Sweeper; #180002 Telescopic Hydraulic Excavator; and #180003 Asphalt Distributor) in the amount totaling $13,965.00.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the agreements between Amarillo Junior College District and Williamson County for Technical Training Agreement #180001 Air Generative Sweeper; #180002 Telescopic Hydraulic Excavator; and #180003 Asphalt Distributor in the amount totaling $13,965.00.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase of gym equipment from Marathon Fitness for the new Sheriff's Office Training Facility in the amount of $101,143.68, pursuant to BuyBoard contract # 502-16.
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Purchasing Agent Randy Barker addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of gym equipment from Marathon Fitness for the new Sheriff's Office Training Facility in the amount of $101,143.68, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract # 502-16.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase of gym equipment for the new Sheriff's Office Training Facility from Fringe Sport in the amount of $3,821.37, and asking the Commissioners Court to waive the three (3) quote requirement as required by the Williamson County Purchasing Policy.
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Purchasing Agent Randy Barker addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of gym equipment for the new Sheriff's Office Training Facility from Fringe Sport in the amount of $3,821.37, and to approve waiving the (3) quote requirement as required by the Williamson County Purchasing Policy.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase of Ice Maker from LoneStar Restaurant Supply for the new Sheriff's Office Training Facility, in the amount of $2,569.00, and asking the Commissioners Court to waive the three (3) quote requirement as required by the Williamson County Purchasing Policy.
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Purchasing Agent Randy Barker addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of an ice maker from LoneStar Restaurant Supply for the new Sheriff's Office Training Facility, in the amount of $2,569.00 and approve waiving the (3) quote requirement as required by the Williamson County Purchasing Policy.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP# 1771-204, for Quality Assurance Evaluation for Emergency Communication Radio Traffic Services, to the only proposal, The Denise Amber Lee Foundation, INC and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To award Request for Proposal (RFP) # 1771-204, for Quality Assurance Evaluation for Emergency Communication Radio Traffic Services to, the only proposal received, The Denise Amber Lee Foundation, Inc. and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:43 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:37 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018.
 
47.
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 North Woods Road District.
    c)    Project Amazon
    d)    Wolf Lakes
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
48.
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: CR 101
    e)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 200
    f)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 278 at Bagdad Rd.
    g)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for proposed CR 110 project. (All sections)
    h)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
    i)    Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. 
    j)     Discuss the acquisition of real property and easements from San Gabriel River Ranch Subdivision.
    k)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 278 @ Bagdad Rd.
    l)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Seward Junction SE Loop. 
    m)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 29 @ DB Wood.
    n)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Hairy Man Rd. 
    o)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW Bypass.
    p)    Discuss Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.
    q)    Discuss Cedar Hollow low water crossings and Lost River.
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 wastewater easements in Berry Springs Park
    c)    Discuss sale of County property on Ronald Reagan Blvd.
    d)    Discuss possible sale of +/- 10 acres located on Chandler Road near the County Sheriff's Office Training Facility
    e)     Potential governmental uses for 8th Street downtown parking lot 
C.    Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman. 
D.     Discuss the possible placement of agricultural-related monuments at the Williamson County Exposition Center with the participation of third parties.
E.     Discuss the San Gabriel River trail easements. 
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
49.
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.
y) Utility damage claim from Suddenlink Communications occurring on or about 03/27/2017 at CR 366 and SH 29.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
50.
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.
 
51.
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 11:16 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:38 P.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018.
 
52.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
53.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
54.
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.
y) Utility damage claim from Suddenlink Communications occurring on or about 03/27/2017 at CR 366 and SH 29.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
55.
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. 
 
56.
Comments from Commissioners.
Commissioner Covey stated that any documents that required the County Judge to sign would be substituted by the Presiding Officer due to the Judge being absent. 
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED AT 1:33 P.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018.
 
57.
Recess until 1:30 PM
Budget Kickoff Workshop with Commissioners Court, Human Resources and Auditor's Office to set goals, priorities and objectives for the 2018-2019 budget.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig
Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein
Elections Administrator Chris Davis
Director of Williamson County Animal Shelter Cheryl Schneider
Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore
Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd
Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 3:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 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 March, 2018.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk