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Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

 
MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
March 20, 2018


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:35 A.M. on TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 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:
  • Stan O. Springerley, Assistant General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
  • Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the March 6, 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 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $13,209,920.60 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
4.
Citizen comments.
Those who addressed the Court:
Alex Curry of Georgetown
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Orville Ramsey of Georgetown
Christel Collins of Cedar Park
Rev. Chuck Freeman of Round Rock
Sulma Franco of Austin, Travis County with interpreter
Dr. Jim Rigby of Pflugerville, Travis County
Sandra de Reyma of Round Rock, 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 – 33 )
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Clerk.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0403.004350 Printed Materials and Binding $863.00
To 0100.0403.004621 Copier Rental & Supplies $863.00

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:
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Clerk.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0404.004350 Printed Materials & Bindings $1,215.00
To 0100.0404.004621 Copier Rental & Supplies $1,215.00

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:
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for EMS.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Medical Services (EMS):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-003003 Radio Equipment < $5,000 $26,181.33
To 0100-0540-005730 Radio Equipment > $5,000 $26,181.33

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 item transfer for the Tax Assessor Collector's Office.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Tax Assessor Collector's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0499-003005 Office Furniture $1,850.00
To 0100-0499-004621 Copier Rental & Supplies $1,850.00

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 a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0560.003100 Office Supplies $2,600.00
To 0100.0560.004510 Facility Maintenance $2,600.00

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
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0560.003900 Membership Dues $2,500.00
To 0100.0560.004231 Travel $2,500.00

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
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non-Department / Contingencies $80,000.00
To 0100-0509-005300 Facilities / Improvements >$5K $80,000.00

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
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non-Department / Contingencies $475,000.00
To 0100-0509-005300 Facilities / Improvements $475,000.00

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
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Wireless Communications.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Wireless Communications:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
FROM 0100.0587.004100 Professional Services $2,640.50
TO 0100.0587.003005 Office Furniture $2,640.50

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
 

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

Motion: To approve compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers with correction made to attachment titled Merit LIT 03.20.18.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including Radio Equipment and Radios, Technology Equipment, and (1) 2005 CTS HRD32 End Dump Trailer, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including radio equipment and radios, technology equipment, and (1) 2005 CTS HRD32 End Dump Trailer, 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
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of February 2018 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of February 2018 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, February 2018 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
 

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

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4, February 2018 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure Section 103.005.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting commissioners education certificate of completion for Valerie Covey for successfully completing the continuing education provisions of Article 81.0025 of the Texas Local Government Code.
 

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

Motion: To approve noting in the Minutes the Commissioners Education Certificate of completion for Commissioner Valerie Covey for successfully completing the continuing education provisions of Article 81.0025 of the Texas Local Government Code.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
20.
To discuss and take appropriate action on noting in minutes County Clerk for County Investment Academy CE hours.
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Doucet & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 27, 2018 for Smith Branch Flood Control and Drainage Engineering Services.  This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $136,250.00. 
 
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Doucet & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 27, 2018 for Smith Branch Flood Control and Drainage Engineering Services to increase the maximum amount payable to $136,250.00.

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
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 under Williamson County Contract between Raba Kistner, Inc. and Williamson County dated November 10, 2016 for Construction Material Testing and Inspection for Williamson County North Campus Facilities.  This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2018.  The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.
 
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 under Williamson County Contract between Raba Kistner, Inc. and Williamson County dated November 10, 2016 for Construction Material Testing and Inspection for Williamson County North Campus Facilities to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2018. The current Work Authorization dollar amount will remain the same.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $50,000 to expire on March 31, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Steger Bizzell Engineering, Inc.  and Williamson County dated January 17, 2017 On Call Professional Engineering Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire on March 31, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Steger Bizzell Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 17, 2017 for On Call Professional Engineering Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $50,000 to expire on March 31, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 6, 2018 for On Call Professional Engineering Services for Small Drainage and Roadway Projects for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
 

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 $50,000.00 to expire on March 31, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 6, 2018 for On Call Professional Engineering Services for Small Drainage and Roadway Projects for Williamson County Road and Bridge.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $50,000 to expire on March 31, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Alliance Transportation Group and Williamson County dated March 6, 2018 for On Call Professional Engineering Services for Small Drainage and Roadway Projects for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
 

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 $50,000.00 to expire on March 31, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Alliance Transportation Group and Williamson County dated March 6, 2018 for On Call Professional Engineering Services for Small Drainage and Roadway Projects for Williamson County Road and Bridge.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #45 in the amount of $25,500.00 to approve funds for waterproofing and flashing behind stucco at Bldg. H. that was pulled from others scope, 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 Construction Managers Contingency.
 

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

Motion: To accept and approve a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order # 45 in the amount of $25,500.00 to approve funds for waterproofing and flashing behind stucco at Building H that was pulled from others scope, 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 by the Construction Managers Contingency.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #47 in the amount of $1,126.00 for additional electrical work per ASI-041, 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 Construction Managers Contingency.
 

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

Motion: To accept and approve a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order # 47 in the amount of $1,126.00 for additional electrical work per ASI-041, 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 by the Construction Managers Contingency.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #51 in the amount of $5,759.00 for upgrading from Cat6 punch-down panels to modular type Cat6 panels, 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.
 

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

Motion: To accept and approve a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order # 51 in the amount of $5,759.00 for upgrading from Category 6 cable (Cat6) punch-down panels to modular type Cat6 panels, 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 by 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
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Georgetown Annex Project; Change Order # 6 in the amount of $19,151.00 to approve funding for light pole relocation and flooring changes, 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 by the Owner’s Contingency.
 

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

Motion: To accept and approve a report on the Georgetown Annex Project; Change Order # 6 in the amount of $19,151.00 to approve funding for light pole relocation and flooring changes, 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 by 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
 
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Elgin Acres subdivision - Pct 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Elgin Acres subdivision - Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Star Ranch Commercial Block C Lots 2-8 subdivision - Pct 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Star Ranch Commercial Block C Lots 2-8 subdivision - Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Rancho Sienna Section 17 subdivision - Pct 3.
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Rancho Sienna Section 17 subdivision - Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Hilltop Vista subdivision - Pct 3.
 

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Hilltop Vista subdivision - Precinct 3.

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
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing the newest members of Williamson County EMS.
Director of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Mike Knipstein and Emergency Medical Services Clinical Division Commander Terri King addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
35.
Consider, discuss, and recognize the Williamson County and Cities Health District as the 2017 Local Health Department of the Year awarded by the Texas Association of City and County Health Officials.
Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD) Executive Director John Teel addressed the Court.
 
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a proclamation declaring Saturday, March 24, 2018 as World TB Day in Williamson County.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Proclamation declaring Saturday, March 24, 2018 as World Tuberculosis (TB) Day in Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
37.
Discuss and take appropriate action on proclaiming the month of March 2018 as Purchasing Month.
Purchasing Agent/Director Randy Barker and Deputy Purchasing Agent Kerstin Hancock addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To recognize receiving the Achievement of Excellence in Procurement award for 18 consecutive years and proclaim the month of March 2018 as Purchasing Month.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:21 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2018.
 
38.
10:00 Conduct public hearing relating to a request from County Attorney Dee Hobbs to increase the budgeted salary amount for the position of CA Sgt. Investigator, position #1801, in the County Attorney's Office and discuss (1) the reason for the payment in excess of the budgeted amount is being offer to the employee, including the public purpose that will be served by making the excess payment; and (2) the exact amount of the excess payment, the sources of the payment, and the terms for distribution of the payment that effect and maintain the public purpose to be served by making the excess payment.
Those who addressed the Court:
County Attorney Dee Hobbs
Senior Director of Human Resources
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown

No action was taken on this item.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:44 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2018.
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a request by County Attorney Dee Hobbs to increase the budgeted salary amount for the position of CA Sgt. Investigator, position #1801, in the County Attorney's Office from the budgeted annual salary amount of $63,506.93 to the increased salary amount of $66,072.50 for the remainder of the current fiscal year.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
 

Motion: To approve a request by County Attorney Dee Hobbs to increase the budgeted salary amount for the position of County Attorney (CA) Sargent (Sgt) Investigator, position #1801, in the County Attorney's Office from the budgeted annual salary amount of $63,506.93 to the increased salary amount of $66,072.50 for the remainder of the current fiscal year.

The motion died for lack of a second. 
 
40.
Receive and acknowledge the March 2018 Construction Summary Report for the Road Bond Program.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 9 in the amount of -$211,017.73 for County Road 258, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 2. Project: P256: Funding Source: Road Bond.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 9 in the amount of -$211,017.73 for County Road 258, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 2 to be funded from Road Bond P-256.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the closing of Porano Circle and Sofia Place intersections and detouring traffic during road construction for the CR 110 South project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve the closing of Porano Circle and Sofia Place intersections and detouring traffic during road construction for the County Road (CR) 110 South Project, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 4.

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
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $350,000 from 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P290) to Bagdad Road @ CR 278 (P438).
 

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

Motion: To approve a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to move $350,000.00 from 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P-290) to Bagdad Road @ County Road (CR) 278 (P-438).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Second Amendment to an Agreement Between Owner, Williamson County, and Contractor, Trimbuilt Construction, Inc., in order to add additional funds to the Owner’s Contingency in relation to the Williamson County Texas Avenue Facility Project.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Second Amendment to an Agreement between Owner, Williamson County, and Contractor, Trimbuilt Construction, Inc., in order to add additional funds to the Owner’s Contingency in relation to the Williamson County - Texas Avenue Facility Project.

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
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #48 from Vaughn Construction in the amount of $35,771.00 to fund concrete work at infill gap along sidewalk and drive that was not included in the original scope of the project. This change order is being funded by the Owners Contingency.
 

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

Motion: To approve Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order # 48 from Vaughn Construction in the amount of $35,771.00 to fund concrete work at infill gap along sidewalk and drive that was not included in the original scope of the project to be funded by 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
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project, P323, Change Order # 42 from American Constructors in the amount of $48,287.03 for funding padded floors/mats and window blinds at exercise and training spaces, and door changes to accommodate workout and training equipment move-in. This change order is being funded by the Construction Managers Contingency.  
 

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

Motion: To approve Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center Project, P-323, Change Order # 42 from American Constructors in the amount of $48,287.03 for funding padded floors/mats and window blinds at exercise and training spaces, and door changes to accommodate workout and training equipment move-in to be funded by the Construction Managers Contingency.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
48.
Discuss consider and take appropriate action on approving a variance request to the WCSR from Sonwest Co for Sonterra West Section 12C - Pct 3
 

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

Motion: To approve a variance request subject to conditions presented for the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations (WCSR) from Sonwest Company for Sonterra West Section 12C - Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Donald J. Cemper for right of way needed on the SH 29 LTP Project. Funding Source: P457
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Donald J. Cemper for right of way needed on the State Highway (SH) 29 Long Range Transportation Plan (LTP) Project to be funded by Road Bond P-457.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Oldcastle Materials Texas, Inc. for right of way needed on the N. Mays project (Parcel 3). Funding Source: P224
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Oldcastle Materials Texas, Inc. for right of way needed on the North Mays Project (Parcel 3) to be funded by Road Bond P-224.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a letter agreement with Ollie and James Rydell for a drainage easement needed on the CR 101 Project (Parcel 9). Funding Source: P269
 

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

Motion: To approve a Letter Agreement with Ollie Rydell and James Rydell for a drainage easement needed on the County Road (CR) 101 Project (Parcel 9) to be funded by 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
 
52.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the Brushy Creek Marlins Swim Meet Parking Plan and Instructions for Sendero Springs Pool located adjacent to Sendero Springs Drive, Round Rock, Texas, for the 2018 Swim Season.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Brushy Creek Marlins Swim Meet Parking Plan and Instructions for Sendero Springs Pool located adjacent to Sendero Springs Drive, Round Rock, Texas, for the 2018 Swim Season.

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
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the 2018, annual Red Poppy Bike Ride, Vehicle Usage Contract submitted by Constable Pct. 3. 
 

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

Motion: To approve the Vehicle Usage Contract for the 2018 Annual Red Poppy Bike Ride submitted by Constable Precinct 3 Kevin Stofle.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action rescinding and removing Williamson County’s  Lower Brushy Creek WCID funding conditions that (1) other municipalities within the Lower Brushy Creek WCID provide a minimum of $25,000.00 for funding Lower Brushy Creek WCID operations in addition to Williamson County’s funding of $25,000.00; and (2.) that the Lower Brushy Creek WCID placement of a tax election on the November 2018 Ballot for funding operations and maintenance of the Lower Brushy Creek WCID within Williamson County, Texas; which were set in a motion and order under Item #2 of the of the Williamson County Commissioner Court Budget  Modification Voting Session of August 22, 2017 relating to Williamson County’s budgeting of $25,000.00 to be paid to the Lower Brushy Creek WCID for funding operations during FY 2018.
 

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

Motion: To rescind and remove Williamson County’s Lower Brushy Creek Waste Control and Improvement District (WCID) funding conditions that (1) other municipalities within the Lower Brushy Creek WCID provide a minimum of $25,000.00 for funding Lower Brushy Creek WCID operations in addition to Williamson County’s funding of $25,000.00; and (2.) that the Lower Brushy Creek WCID placement of a tax election on the November 2018 Ballot for funding operations and maintenance of the Lower Brushy Creek WCID within Williamson County, Texas; which were set in a motion and order under Item #2 of the of the Williamson County Commissioner Court Budget Modification Voting Session of August 22, 2017 relating to Williamson County’s budgeting of $25,000.00 to be paid to the Lower Brushy Creek WCID for funding operations during FY 2018.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Nay:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Attachments:
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer from Non- Departmental to Public Assistance.
 
Elections Administrator Chris Davis and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer from Non-Departmental to Public Assistance:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Contingency 20,000.00
To 0100-0640-004999 Miscellaneous 20,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Nay:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Between Williamson County, Texas and Dickey Museum & Multipurpose Center, Inc. in relation to the previously approved $100,000 of funding from the Williamson County Community Recreation Facility Fund that is to be used to make repairs to the Dickey Museum & Multipurpose Center located in Taylor, Texas.
 

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

Motion: To approve a contract between Williamson County, Texas and Dickey Museum & Multipurpose Center, Inc. in relation to the previously approved $100,000.00 of funding from the Williamson County Community Recreation Facility Fund that is to be used to make repairs to the Dickey Museum & Multipurpose Center located in Taylor, 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:
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action to set a public hearing on April 10, 2018 at 10:00 AM in the Williamson County Commissioners Courtroom 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 the 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.
 

Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To set a Public Hearing on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at 10:00 AM in the Williamson County Commissioners Courtroom 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 the 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

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a salary of $52,737.10 for position #0027, Chief Victim Advocate Coordinator, which is 29% above the bottom of the grade.  The position is currently funded at $52,737.10.
County Attorney Dee Hobbs and Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.  
 
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County Mobile Outreach Team and the City of Round Rock, Texas for the establishment of Mobile Outreach Team Services and Personnel at Round Rock Fire Stations.
Senior Director of Emergency Services John Sneed addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County Mobile Outreach Team and the City of Round Rock, Texas for the establishment of Mobile Outreach Team Services and Personnel at Round Rock Fire Stations.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
60.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding Philips Healthcare service agreement for Williamson County EMS.
Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Philips Healthcare Service Agreement for Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
61.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Cooperation Contract between Williamson County and Department of Public Safety for Crime Laboratory Services to not exceed $221,949.94 and to expire on September 30, 2018.
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Cooperation Contract between Williamson County and Department of Public Safety for Crime Laboratory Services to not exceed $221,949.94 and to expire on September 30, 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
 
62.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the creation of two (2) new positions in the Information Technology Services department, one (1) System Support Specialist II pay grade B.24 and one (1) IT Analyst I pay grade B.31, to provide IT services to the Williamson County and Cities Health District as stated in the Interlocal Agreement.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley and Assistant General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court Stan Springerley addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve the creation of (2) new positions in the Information Technology Services Department, (1) System Support Specialist II pay grade B.24 and (1) Information Technology (IT) Analyst I pay grade B.31, to provide IT services to the Williamson County and Cities Health District as stated in the Interlocal Agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
63.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circmstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Payment from Other Entities.
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Payment from Other Entities.

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-333220 Payment from Other Entities $82,871.84

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
 
64.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Information Technology Services Department.
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Information Technology Services Department.

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0503.001100 Salaries $51,699.70
0100.0503.002010 FICA $3,955.03
0100.0503.002020 Retirement $7,206.94
0100.0503.002030 Insurance $8,946.00
0100.0503.002050 Workers Comp $150.00
0100.0503.005700 Vehicles>$5000 $27,043.00

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
 
65.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through auction for the period of 2/8/2018 through 3/14/2018.
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge the Purchasing Department's monthly report of asset dispositions through auction for the period of February 8, 2018 through March 14, 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:
 
66.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through inter-departmental transfer for the period of 2/8/2018 through 3/14/2018.
 
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge the Purchasing Department's monthly report of asset dispositions through inter-departmental transfer for the period of February 8, 2018 through March 14, 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:
 
67.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through destruction for the period of 2/8/2018 through 3/14/2018.
 
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge the Purchasing Department's monthly report of asset dispositions through destruction for the period of February 8, 2018 through March, 14, 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:
 
68.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate on approving lease agreement between Auto-Chlor System and Williamson County for the lease of an AutoChlor AC44 Dishwasher with included supplies, service and chemicals to support the operations of the Williamson County Jail and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve a lease agreement between Auto-Chlor System and Williamson County for the lease of an AutoChlor AC44 Dishwasher with included supplies, service / maintenance and chemicals to support the operations of the Williamson County Jail and authorizing execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
69.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving an agreement between Dunaway Associates, L.P.  and Williamson County for Emergency Structural and Civil Karst Mitigation Services relating to Cave at Cambria Drive, Round Rock, Texas in the not-to-exceed amount of $65,670,  exempting this agreement from competitive requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024.(1), 262.024 (2) and 262.024 (3), and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve an agreement between Dunaway Associates, L.P. and Williamson County for Emergency Structural and Civil Karst Mitigation Services relating to Cave at Cambria Drive, Round Rock, Texas in the not-to-exceed amount of $65,670.00, exempting this agreement from competitive requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption Sections 262.024.(1), 262.024 (2) and 262.024 (3), and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
70.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving an increase of $6,344.83 to the prior approved amount of $101,143.68 for the purchase of gym equipment from Marathon Fitness for the new Sheriff's Office Training Facility, resulting in a total amount of $107,488.51, pursuant to BuyBoard contract # 502-16.
 
Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh 
Purchasing Agent/Director Randy Barker
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
 

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

Motion: To approve an increase of $6,344.83 to the prior approved amount of $101,143.68 for the purchase of gym equipment from Marathon Fitness for the new Sheriff's Office Training Facility, resulting in a total amount of $107,488.51, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract # 502-16.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Nay:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
 
71.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP # 1712-207 Roof Reconstruction/Improvements for Jail to the highest scoring proposer L. Wallace Construction Co., Inc. and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve awarding Request for Proposal (RFP) # 1712-207 Roof Reconstruction / Improvements for Jail to the highest scoring proposer L. Wallace Construction Company, Inc. and authorizing execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
72.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the First Amended Contract for Fire Alarm Monitoring with SimplexGrinnell, updating exhibit A-5, and adding exhibits C1-C5, pursuant to TX-MAS-5-03FACO10, with pricing as shown on Exhibits A-5 and C1-C5.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the First Amended Contract for Fire Alarm Monitoring with SimplexGrinnell, updating exhibit A-5, and adding exhibits C1-C5, pursuant to TX-MAS-5-03FACO10, with pricing as shown on Exhibits A-5 and C1-C5.

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
 
73.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of software licenses per quote # 14893403 between SHI International and Williamson County in the amount of $59,488.00 pursuant to DIR contract # DIR-SDD-2503 to support the operations of Williamson County EMS.
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of software licenses per quote # 14893403 between SHI International and Williamson County in the amount of $59,488.00 pursuant to Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-SDD-2503 to support the operations of Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

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:
 
74.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Lime Slurry contract 1602-054, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of April 12, 2018 - April 11, 2019.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the extension of Lime Slurry Contract 1602-054, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for a term beginning April 12, 2018 and ending April 11, 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
 
75.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) Accreditation Agreement and associated CALEA Publications Subscription and Access Agreement for a single payment amount of $16125 to cover Williamson County Sheriff''s Office assessment and compliance to applicable standards in order to receive designation as accredited.  
Purchasing Agent/Director Randy Barker addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) Accreditation Agreement and associated CALEA Publications Subscription and Access Agreement for a single payment amount of $16,125.00 to cover Williamson County Sheriff's Office assessment and compliance to applicable standards in order to receive designation as accredited.

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
 
76.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the use of the Mitchell 1 order form with order terms for Repair-Connect, for a twelve month term for a total amount of $660 in support of the Fleet Department.
 

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

Motion: To approve the use of the Mitchell 1 order form with order terms for Repair-Connect, for a twelve month term for a total amount of $660.00 in support of the Fleet Department.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
77.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for County Road 200 at Bold Sundown under IFB # 1802-217.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for County Road 200 at Bold Sundown under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1802-217.

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:
 
78.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Supplemental Agreement No. 10 between Williamson County and BLGY, Inc for additional services in relation to the North Campus Project in the amount of $51,835.52 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Agreement No. 10 between Williamson County and BLGY, Inc for additional services in relation to the North Campus Project in the amount of $51,835.52 and authorizing execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 12:10 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2018.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 12:12 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2018.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:12 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2018.
 
79.
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
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
80.
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
    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 SH 29 LTP.
      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
    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.
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
81.
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) Employee/personnel related matters
d) 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.
e) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
f) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
g) Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal
h) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
i) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
j) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center construction issues.
n) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
o) 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
p) Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
q) 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.
r) 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.
s) Farm and Grazing Lease with Mary Brett Covington dated effective March 29, 2016 on county land near County Road 131
t) 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
u) 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.
v) Intergovernmental Services Agreement with ICE and Agreement with CoreCivic, Inc. relating to the T. Don Hutto Facility.
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
82.
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. 
 
83.
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 2:08 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2018.
 
84.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
85.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
86.
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;
cd) Employee/personnel related matters
d) 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.
e) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
f) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
g) 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
h) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
i) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
j) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center construction issues.
n) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
o) 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
p) Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
q) 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.
r) 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.
s) Farm and Grazing Lease with Mary Brett Covington dated effective March 29, 2016 on county land near County Road 131
t) 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
u) 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.
v) Intergovernmental Services Agreement with ICE and Agreement with CoreCivic, Inc. relating to the T. Don Hutto Facility.
No action was taken on this item.
 
87.
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.
 
88.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT  2:08 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2018.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 27th day of March, 2018.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk