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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
May 8, 2018


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:35 A.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 8, 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 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the May 1, 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 $4,681,655.13 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:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Alex Curry of Georgetown
Sulma Franco of Austin, Travis County  with interpreter 
Jonasu Wagstaff of Leander
Bethany Carson of Austin, Travis County
Rachel Wicker of Leander
Chivas Watson of Round Rock

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 – 14 )
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Constable Precinct Four.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Precinct 4 Constable's:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0554-005740 Constable Precinct 4 / Computer >5k $7625.00
To 0100-0554-003008 Constable Precinct 4 / Law Enforcement Equipment $7625.00

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)
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0570.003001 Small Tools $1,000.00
From 0100.0570.003010 Computer Equipment $1,000.00
From 0100.0570.004350 Printed Forms $4,507.80
To 0100.0570.001114 Certifications $5,352.25
To 0100.0570.002010 Unallocated FICA $409.45
To 0100.0570.002020 Retirement $746.10

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Hazardous Materials:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From: 0100.0542.004500 Maintenance Contracts $9,470.00
To: 0100.0542.003010 Computer Equipment < $5,000 $9,470.00

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)
 
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 1 Terry Cook 

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

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 (11) Desktops, (2) Laptops, (253) GPS Rockets, (148) empty cases for the rockets, (9) boxes of cables and brackets for rockets, and (1) bag of keys for rockets and cases, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (11) desktops, (2) laptops, (253) GPS rockets, (148) empty cases for the rockets, (9) boxes of cables and brackets for rockets, and (1) bag of keys for rockets and cases, 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 appointing Tommy Bailey to the Weir ESD #6 open board position with the term commencing effective immediately and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2018.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve appointing Tommy Bailey to the Weir Emergency Services District (ESD) No. 6 open board position with the term commencing effective immediately and ending December 31, 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)
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 2 in the amount of $140,000.00 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 Engineering Design Services for the Reconstruction of Walburg Heights and Bluebonnet Drive for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $140,000.00 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 Engineering Design Services for the Reconstruction of Walburg Heights and Bluebonnet Drive for Williamson County Road and Bridge.

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 appropriate action on Work Authorization No 3 in the amount of $60,000.00 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 Engineering Design Services for Drainage Improvements on CR 150, CR 460 and CR 463 for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $60,000.00 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 Engineering Design Services for Drainage Improvements on County Road (CR) 150, CR 460 and CR 463 for Williamson County Road and Bridge.

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 on approval of the final plat for the Siena Section 7 subdivision - Pct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Siena Section 7 subdivision - Precinct 4.

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:
 
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the replat for the West Station subdivision - Pct 4.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the replat for the West Station subdivision - Precinct 4.

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
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on proclamation observing the month of May as "Mental Health Awareness Month".
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Executive Assistant to Commissioner of Precinct 2 Kathy Pierce and Director of Mobile Outreach Team Annie Burwell addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Proclamation observing the month of May as "Mental Health Awareness Month".

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 proclamation declaring the month of May 2018 as "Older Americans Month".
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Proclamation declaring the month of May 2018 as "Older Americans Month".

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.
Hear presentation from Alvin Lankford, Chief Appraiser, Williamson Central Appraisal District.
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 Williamson Central Appraisal District Chief Appraiser Alvin Lankford addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
18.
Hear a presentation from the Sr. Director of Human Resources related to the reclassification and salary study processes, including a review of the requests received as part of the budget process for FY19.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:49 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2018.
 
19.
10:00 Conduct public hearing relating to a request by the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to increase the budgeted salary amount for three Animal Care Specialist positions, positions #9988, 9982 and 9995 in Animal Services 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.
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Director of Williamson County Animal Shelter Cheryl Schneider and General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes addressed the Court.

No action was taken during Public Hearing.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:58 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2018.
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a request by the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to increase the budgeted salary amount for three Animal Care Specialist positions, positions #9988, 9982 and 9995 in Animal Services from the budgeted annual salary amount of $21,539.24 to the increased salary amounts of $28,839.20 (9988 & 9982) and $28,849.60 (9995) and changing all three positions from Part-time to Full-time with benefits through 9/30/2018.
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First County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a request by the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to increase the budgeted salary amount for three Animal Care Specialist positions, Position No.'s 9988, 9982 and 9995 in Animal Services from the budgeted annual salary amount of $21,539.24 to the increased salary amounts of $28,839.20 (9988 & 9982) and $28,849.60 (9995) and changing all three positions from part-time to full-time with benefits through 9/30/2018.

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)
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving 2 new full-time positions (1 – Animal Care Specialist & 1 – Admin Tech) and 1 new part-time position (Animal Care Specialist) for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to be funded through the donations received by the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter for the remainder of FY18.
 
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First County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve (2) new full-time positions (1 – Animal Care Specialist & 1 – Administrative Technician) and (1) new part-time position (Animal Care Specialist) for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to be funded through the donations received by the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter for the remainder of Fiscal Year (FY) 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)
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment acknowledging additional revenues for Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Fund.
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First 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 order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment acknowledging additional revenues for Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0545.0000.380546 Transfer from Animal Shelter Donation Fund $15,155.80

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)
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Fund.
View Agenda Item
First 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 order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0545.0545.001100 Salaries $8,785.92
0545.0545.002010 FICA $672.12
0545.0545.002020 Retirement $1,224.76
0545.0545.002030 Medical ER $4,473.00

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)
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the use of Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
View Agenda Item
First 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 order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the use of Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0546.0546.001100 Salaries $19,839.75
0546.0546.001110 Part Time Salaries $6,663.78
0546.0546.002010 FICA $2,027.52
0546.0546.002020 Retirement $3,694.59
0546.0546.002030 Medical ER $4,473.00
0546.0546.000545 Transfer to Animal Shelter Fund $15,155.80
0546.0546.004999 Miscellaneous $20,533.84
0546.0546.005003 Equipment > $5,000 $67,344.26

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)
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the vacancy in the office of Judge of Williamson County Court at Law No. 1.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve appointing Brandy Byrd Hallford to fill the vacancy in the Office of Judge of Williamson County Court at Law No. 1 commencing effective June 4, 2018 and continuing thereafter until the next general election and until the successor is elected and has qualified pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 25.0009; and, further, to accept the resignation of the Honorable Suzanne Brooks as Judge of Williamson County Court at Law No. 1 effective as of June 4, 2018.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Other:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Abstain)
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for County Court at Law #1.
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General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes addressed the Court.

This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
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County Engineer Terron Evertson addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding a notice of intent (NOI) renewal for Stormwater Discharges associated with the Construction activity under the TPDES General Permit (TXR150000) for County Road 110 South, a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 4.  Project: P260.  Funding Source: Road Bond
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Notice of Intent (NOI) renewal for Stormwater Discharges associated with the Construction Activity under the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) General Permit (TXR150000) for County Road 110 South, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 4 to be funded by Road Bond P-260.

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:
 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take any appropriate action regaridng a notice of intent (NOI) renewal for Stormwater Discharges associated with Construction activity under TPDES General Permit (TXR150000) for County Road 119, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.  Project: P214  Funding: Road Bond
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Notice of Intent (NOI) renewal for Stormwater Discharges associated with Construction Activity under Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) General Permit (TXR150000) for County Road 119, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 4 to be funded by Road Bond P-214.

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:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding action regarding a notice of intent (NOI) renewal for Stormwater Discharges associated with Construction  activity under TPDES General Permit (TXR150000) for RM 620 Phase 2, a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct 1.  Project: P235 Funding: Road Bond
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Notice of Intent (NOI) renewal for Stormwater Discharges associated with Construction Activity under Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) General Permit (TXR150000) for Ranch to Market (RM) 620 Phase 2, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 1 to be funded by P-235.

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:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding a notice of intent (NOI) renewal for Stormwater Discharges associated with Construction activity under TPDES General Permit  (TXR150000) for Inner Loop Improvements, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 3.  Project: P226 and P251. Funding: Road Bond 
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Notice of Intent (NOI) renewal for Stormwater Discharges associated with Construction Activity under Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) General Permit (TXR150000) for Inner Loop Improvements, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 3 to be funded by Road Bonds P-226 and P-251.

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:
 
32.
Discuss, consider, and take any appropriate action regarding a notice of intent (NOI) renewal for Stormwater Discharges associated with Construction activity under TPDES General Permit (TXR150000) for Neenah Avenue Widening, a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 1.  Project: P278. Funding: Road Bond
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Notice of Intent (NOI) renewal for Stormwater Discharges associated with Construction Activity under Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) General Permit (TXR150000) for Neenah Avenue Widening, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 1 to be funded by Road Bond P-278.

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:
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 9 in the amount of -$4,312.00 for Forest North Drainage Phase 2 (DeNucci Constructors), a Road Bond project in Commissioners Pct.1.  Project: P225.  Funding Source: Road Bond
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County Engineer Terron Evertson addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 9 in the amount of -$4,312.00 for Forest North Drainage Phase 2 (DeNucci Constructors), a Road Bond Project in Precinct 1 to be credited to Road Bond P-225.

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:
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No 3 in the amount of $63,231.96 for Arterial H (Patin Construction), a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 3.
Project: P276  Funding: Road Bond
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County Engineer Terron Evertson addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $63,231.96 for Arterial H (Patin Construction), a Road Bond Project in Precinct 3 to be funded by Road Bond P-276.

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:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Use Agreement between Williamson County and BGE, Inc. authorizing BGE, Inc. to access the Cambria Cave for inspection of the cave.
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County Engineer Terron Evertson addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve an Use Agreement between Williamson County and BGE, Inc. to access Cambria Cave for inspection.

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:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Advance Funding Agreement for Voluntary Local Government Contributions to Transportation Improvements Projects with No Required Match On-System with TXDoT regarding the excess pavement on IH 35 and CR 305. 
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County Engineer Terron Evertson addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve an Advance Funding Agreement for Voluntary Local Government Contributions to Transportation Improvements Projects with No Required Match On-System with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) regarding the excess pavement on Interstate Highway (IH) 35 and County Road (CR) 305.

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:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with Land Unlimited, Inc. for right of way needed on the Seward Junction SE Project. (Parcel 8). Funding Source: Road Bonds P271
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County Engineer Terron Evertson addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with Land Unlimited, Inc. for right of way needed on the Seward Junction Southeast (SE) Project (Parcel 8) to be funded by Road Bond P-271.

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:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Essman Family Partnership, LP. for right of way needed on the SH 29 @ DB Wood project (Parcel 1). Funding Source: Road Bonds P237
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County Engineer Terron Evertson addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Essman Family Partnership, LP. for right of way needed on State Highway (SH) 29 @ D.B. Wood Project (Parcel 1) to be funded by Road Bond P-237.

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:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County, Texas and the City of Hutto, Texas Regarding Certain County and City Property relating to the Hutto Co-Op District Project.
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Assistant City Manager/Executive Director Business & Development Services Helen Ramirez addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Hutto Regarding Certain County and City Property relating to the Hutto Co-Op District Project.

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:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Special Warranty Deed between Williamson County, Texas, as grantor, and the City of Hutto, Texas, as grantee, for land to be used for purpose of a public street in relation to the Hutto Co-Op District Project.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Special Warranty Deed between Williamson County, Texas, as grantor, and the City of Hutto, Texas, as grantee, for land to be used for the purpose of a public street in relation to the Hutto Co-Op District Project.

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:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Public Drainage Easement for land to be used for purposes of public drainage in relation to the Hutto Co-Op District Project.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Public Drainage Easement for land to be used for purposes of public drainage in relation to the Hutto Co-Op District Project.

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:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Cornerstone Site Services (Security/Traffic control on University Blvd., Round Rock)
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge and approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Cornerstone Site Services (Security/Traffic control on University Boulevard, Round Rock).

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:
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Commercial Fans for Williamson County Expo Center under IFB # 1804-226.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for commercial fans for Williamson County Exposition (Expo) Center under Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 1804-226.

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 a First Amendment to Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment between Williamson County, Texas and Chasco Constructors, LTD, L.L.P. relating to the Williamson County Georgetown Annex Project.
 
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County Engineer Terron Evertson addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a First Amendment to Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment between Williamson County and Chasco Constructors, LTD, L.L.P. relating to the Williamson County Georgetown Annex Project.

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 revisions to the Purchasing Manual, Procurement (P-Card) Manual, Evaluation Committee Guidelines and associated forms.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Purchasing Agent/Director Randy Barker
Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes
First County Auditor Julie Kiley
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes
 

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

Motion: To approve revisions to the Purchasing Manual, Procurement (P-Card) Manual, Evaluation Committee Guidelines and associated forms.

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 approval of standard Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with Data Armor, LLC for document shredding service to protect HIPPA-related information during handling of such documents to support operations of the Williamson County EMS
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with Data Armor, LLC for document shredding service to protect HIPPA-related information during handling of such documents to support operations of the Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

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:
 
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving an addendum to the original agreement between Career Step LLC (Medic CE) and Williamson County for a continuing education web based program, in the amount of $2,664.00, for one year, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an addendum to the original agreement between Career Step, LLC (Medic CE) and Williamson County for a continuing education web based program, in the amount of $2,664.00, for one year, and to authorize the execution of the agreement.

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:
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Master Lease Agreement between GTS Technology Solutions, INC and Williamson County in the amount of $2,156,875.49 pursuant to TX Department of Information Resources Contract # DIR-TSO-3655 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Master Lease Agreement between GTS Technology Solutions, Inc. and Williamson County in the amount of $2,156,875.49 pursuant to Department of Information Resources Contract # DIR-TSO-3655 and to authorize the execution of the agreement.

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:
 
49.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the service contract between Aladdin Carpet & Interiors and Williamson County for carpet installation in the Grand Jury Room in the not to exceed amount of $3,915.00, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the service contract between Aladdin Carpet & Interiors and Williamson County for carpet installation in the Grand Jury Room in the not-to-exceed amount of $3,915.00 and to authorize the execution of the agreement.

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:
 
50.
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 District Clerk Records Technology Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
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 District Clerk Records Technology Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0387.0387.004550 Imaging and Microfilming $11,780.00

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)
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment acknowledging additional revenues for Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
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First 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 order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment acknowledging additional revenues for Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0546.0000.367404 Animal Shelter Donations $12,870.07
0546.0000.367440 Jane's Fund Donations $13,502.32
0546.0000.367442 Play Yard Donations $2,550.00
0546.0000.367443 Heart Worm Trmt Donations $6,916.28
0546.0000.367445 SIT Team Donations $1,320.00
0546.0000.367150 Sale of Pet Care Products $606.51

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)
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
View Agenda Item
First 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 order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0546.0546.003510 Purchases for Resale $606.51
0546.0546.003670 Use of Donations $12,870.07
0546.0546.004100 Professional Services $13,502.32
0546.0546.004232 Training $1,320.00
0546.0546.004509 Facility Enhancements $2,550.00
0546.0546.004975 Animal Medical Care $6,916.28

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 EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:19 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2018.
 
53.
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
    e)    Project Capstone
    f)    Project Dalton House
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
54.
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.
    r)    Discuss the Brushy Creek Trail Easement acquisition from the Steve and Brandy Jones (a.k.a. 620 Cafe)
   s)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
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 
    f)    Discuss possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (formerly occupied by WCCHD)
    g)    Discuss property usage at Longhorn Junction
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.
 
55.
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) Discuss law in relation to Williamson County compensation policies.
w) Amending the Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County, Texas and the City of Hutto, Texas relating to land acquisition options and exchanges for properties owned by both Williamson County and the City of Hutto for the Hutto Coop Project.
x) Laws relating to vacancy and appointment of Judge for County Court at Law No. 1
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
56.
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.
 
57.
Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:30 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2018.
 
58.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
59.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
60.
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) Discuss law in relation to Williamson County compensation policies.
w) Amending the Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County, Texas and the City of Hutto, Texas relating to land acquisition options and exchanges for properties owned by both Williamson County and the City of Hutto for the Hutto Coop Project.
x) Laws relating to vacancy and appointment of Judge for County Court at Law No. 1
No action was taken on this item.
 
61.
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.
 
62.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED AT 12:34 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2018.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED AT 1:03 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2018.
 
63.
1:00 PM Hear from departments regarding FY 19 budget requests.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes
Director of Veterans Services Donna Harrell
Director of Emergency Management Jarred Thomas
County Sheriff Robert Chody
425th District Court Judge Betsy Lambeth
 
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED AT 2:25 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2018.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED AT 2:37 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2018.
District Attorney Shawn Dick

No action was taken on this item.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT  3:05 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2018.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 15th day of May, 2018.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk