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Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

 
MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
August 7, 2018


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:38 A.M. on TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2018, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
  • Stan O. Springerley, Assistant General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
  • Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the July 31, 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 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $5,274,306.40 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
4.
Citizen comments.
Those who addressed the Court:
Jerry Richie of Weir
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill 
Katie Ibarra of Cedar Park
Amy Gelfand of Round Rock
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Alex Curry of Georgetown

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 – 21 )
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the All District Courts.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the All District Courts, with corrections of "0100-0409-004998"and "Non-Departmental Contingencies" to "0100-0435-004132" and "Criminal Cases - Court Appointed Attorneys" and "0100-0435-004133" to "0100-0435-004125":

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0435-004132 Criminal Cases - Court Appointed Attorneys $65,000.00
To 0100-0435-004133 District Courts Juvenile Cases $57,000.00
To 0100-0435-004125 District Courts Transcripts $8,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the District Clerk.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0450-004350 District Clerk / Printed Materials $1,076.40
To 0100-0450-004216 District Clerk / Postage Meter Rental $1,076.40

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0475.004902 County Attorney Legal Support $2,079.96
To 0100.0475.001927 County Attorney Legislative Support $1,710.64
To 0100.0475.002010 FICA $130.86
To 0100.0475.002020 Retirement $238.46

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 line item transfer for Constable Pct 4.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0554.005700 Vehicles > $5,000.00 $5,096.65
To 0100.0554.003006 Office Equipment < $5,000.00 $5,096.65

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 On Site Sewage Facilities Division.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the On Site Sewage Facilities Division:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0661-003002 Vehicle Equipment < $5,000 $848.00
To 0100-0661-004924 MS4 Training / Compliance $848.00

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 Justice of the Peace 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 4:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0454.004210 Internet / Email $600.00
From 0100.0454.003006 Office Equipment $500.00
From 0100.0454.004621 Copier $500.00
From 0100.0454.003005 Office Furniture $1,850.00
To 0100.0454.003010 Computer Equipment $1,250.00
To 0100.0454.004002 Jurors / Grand Jurors / Jury Compensation $2,200.00

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 Emergency Communications for new hire employee evaluation screening.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Communications for the new hire employee evaluation screening:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0581.004231 Travel $3,506.00
To 0100.0581.004705 Pre-employment Screening $3,506.00

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 Road and Bridge Division.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division, with corrections of "$1,673.15" to "$1637.15" and "$430.08" to "$466.08":

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005711 Heavy Equipment > 5,000 $1,637.15
From 0200-0210-005700 Vehicles > $5,000 $466.08
To 0200-0210-002050 Workers' Compensation $2,103.23

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

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through Sale-to Insurance including (2) 2014 Chevy Tahoe and (1) 2012 Chevy Tahoe, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through Sale-to Insurance including (2) 2014 Chevy Tahoe and (1) 2012 Chevy Tahoe, 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 authorizing the disposal of (1) Big Tex 35SA trailer through Inter-Departmental Transfer, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of (1) Big Tex 35SA trailer through Inter-Departmental Transfer, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) I-pad, (10) Laptops, (17) Desktops, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) iPad, (10) laptops, (17) desktops, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the appointment of Jordan Baltazor to the Emergency Services District #2 Board of Commissioners to serve immediately through December 31, 2018.
 

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

Motion: To approve the appointment of Jordan Baltazor to the Emergency Services District #2 Board of Commissioners with a term beginning on August 7, 2018 and ending on December 31, 2018.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the confirmation of Daniel Mailloux as a Pct.3, Deputy Constable. 
 

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

Motion: To confirm the appointment of Daniel Mailloux as a Precinct 3 Deputy Constable.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the reappointment of Hartley Sappington to the Bluebonnet Trails Community Services Board of Trustees.
 

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

Motion: To approve reappointment of Hartley Sappington to the Bluebonnet Trails Community Services Board of Trustees for a term beginning on September 1, 2018 and ending on August 31, 2020.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Hulse Estates subdivision - Pct 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Hulse Estates 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
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
22.
Hear presentation on 2018-2019 budget recommendations.
Those who addressed the Court:
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig
Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes
First County Auditor Julie Kiley

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss 2018-2019 Budget.
No action was taken on this item.


 
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED AT 11:08 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2018.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED AT 11:25 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2018.
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the acceptance of the 2018-2019 recommended budget for the General Fund (0100) as presented by the Budget Office in the amount of $185,246,572.
 

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

Motion: To accept the 2018-2019 recommended budget for the General Fund (0100) as presented by the Budget Office in the amount of $185,246,572.

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 the acceptance of the 2018-2019 recommended budget for the Road and Bridge Fund (0200) as presented by the Budget Office in the amount of $36,726,935.
 

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

Motion: To accept the 2018-2019 recommended budget for the Road and Bridge Fund (0200) as presented by the Budget Office in the amount of $36,726,935.

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 the acceptance of the 2018-2019 recommended budget for the Debt Service Fund (0600) as presented by the Budget Office in the amount of $107,366,640.
 

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

Motion: To accept the 2018-2019 recommended budget for the Debt Service Fund (0600) as presented by the Budget Office in the amount of $107,366,640.

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.
Consider authorizing advertising and setting a date for the public hearing on the 2018-2019 county budget for Tuesday, August 28th, 2018 at 10:00 am.
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To set a public hearing regarding the 2018-2019 County Budget for Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at 10:00 AM.

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 approving FY19 compensation changes, pay chart changes and 2019 TCDRS changes for employees, Elected Officials and retirees.
Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a 4% raise for Elected Officials (except for the County Attorney and the four County Court at Law Judges) and authorize the publication of notice, as well as written notice to each Elected Official, for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2018-2019 budget.

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
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2006 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $606,000 from SH 195 ROW (P149) to SH 29 Improvements (P217). Also, to close CR 272 Cedar Park ILA (P268), CR 245 (P273), SH 195 ROW (P149) and IH 35 Operational Study (P258) and move all remaining funds to 2006 Road Non-Departmental (P156).
Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a 2006 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to move $606,000.00 from State Highway (SH) 195 Right of Way (ROW) (P-149) to SH 29 Improvements (P-217). Also, to close County Road (CR) 272 Cedar Park Interlocal Agreement (ILA) (P-268), CR 245 (P-273), SH 195 ROW (P-149) and Interstate Highway (IH) 35 Operational Study (P-258) and move all remaining funds to 2006 Road Non-Departmental (P-156).

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 regarding Change Order No. 4 in the amount of ($932,493.87) for CR 110 South (Chasco Constructors, Inc.), a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 4.  Project: P260. Funding Source: Road Bond.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 4 for a credit in the amount of $932,493.87 for County Road (CR) 110 South from Chasco Constructors, Incorporated, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 4 to be credited to Road Bond P-260.

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 regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $2,510.91 for Neenah Avenue Widening (Smith Contracting Co.), a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 1.  Project: P278. Funding Source: Road Bond.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $2,510.91 for Neenah Avenue Widening from Smith Contracting Company, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 1 to be funded by Road Bond P-278.

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 regarding Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $4,362.51 for Neenah Avenue Widening (Smith Contracting Co.), a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 1.  Project: P278. Funding Source: Road Bond.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $4,362.51 for Neenah Avenue Widening from Smith Contracting Company, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 1 to be funded by Road Bond P-278.

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
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Andrew S Huang. and Min S. Huang for right of way needed on CR 200 (Parcel 2). Funding- Road Bonds P285
Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Andrew S. Huang and Min S. Huang for right of way needed on County Road (CR) 200 (Parcel 2) to be funded by Road Bond P-285.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on service contract with Veritas Well-Being, PLLC for services provided to Williamson County Veterans Treatment Court through Texas Veterans Commission grant.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Service Contract with Veritas Well-Being, PLLC for services provided to Williamson County Veterans Treatment Court through Texas Veterans Commission Grant with a not-to-exceed amount of $17,500.00.

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
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to appoint Scott Parker and Cathy Mendoza to the Williamson County Benefits Committee as recommended by the Williamson County Benefits Committee.
Senior Director of Technology Services and Chairman of the Williamson County Benefits Committee Jay Schade addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To appoint Scott Parker and Cathy Mendoza to the Williamson County Benefits Committee as recommended by the Williamson County Benefits Committee for a term beginning on August 7, 2018 and ending on December 31, 2019.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
37.
Discuss and take appropriate action on the Community Development Block Grant FY18 Annual Action Plan.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Community Development Block Grant Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 Annual Action Plan.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the service agreement between Waterborne Pumps LLC and Williamson County for pump retro-fit panel installation in the not-to-exceed amount of $9,985.00 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.  
 

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

Motion: To approve the Services Contract between Waterborne Pumps, LLC and Williamson County for pump retro-fit panel installation in the not-to-exceed amount of $9,985.00 and to authorize 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
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the emergency service from Ward Septic Tank and Backhoe Service in the not-to-exceed amount of $10,050.00 and exempting this purchase from the competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024(a)(2) and 262.024(a)(3).
Those who addressed the Court:
Purchasing Agent/Director Randy Barker
Williamson County Facilities Director Dale Butler
 
 

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

Motion: To approve the emergency service with Ward Septic Tank and Backhoe Service in the not-to-exceed amount of $10,000.00 which includes $5,000.00 previously paid on a credit card and exempting this purchase from the competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption Sections 262.024(a)(2) and 262.024(a)(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
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the service contract between MTech Comfort Systems USA and Williamson County for HVAC replacement at the Inner Loop Annex in the not-to-exceed amount of $474,400.00 pursuant to TIPS contract # 180205, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve the service contract between MTech Comfort Systems USA and Williamson County for Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) replacement at the Inner Loop Annex in the not-to-exceed amount of $474,400.00 pursuant to The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Contract # 180205 and to authorize 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
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB # 1806-235 Repairing, Milling & Overlay - Ronald Reagan Blvd from SH 195 to IH 35 to the lowest responsive bidder Austin Materials and authorizing execution of the agreement.
This item was pulled for the Agenda.
 
42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Landscape Maintenance Services under RFP # 1807-251
 

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 proposals for Landscape Maintenance Services under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 1807-251.

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 on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for San Gabriel Ranch Road Bridge under IFB #1807-252.
 

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 San Gabriel Ranch Road Bridge under Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1807-252.

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:
 
44.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB # 1806-237 Metal Beam Guard Fence In Place to the lowest responsive bidder RHB Construction.
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1806-237 Metal Beam Guard Fence In Place to the lowest responsive bidder RHB Construction.

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 line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
Those who addressed the Court:
County Sheriff Robert Chody
Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Tim Ryle
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes
First County Auditor Julie Kiley
County Auditor Jerri Jones
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig

No action was taken on this item.
 
46.
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 County Sheriff Department.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
47.
Consider an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for the Williamson County EMS share of the FY 17 Capital Area Trauma Advisory Council (CATRAC) Trauma Systems Funds.
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for the Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) share of the Fiscal Year (FY) 17 Capital Area Trauma Regional Advisory Council (CATRAC) Trauma Systems Funds.

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 an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for EMS.
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Emergency Medical Services (EMS):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0540.003101 Education Aids / Materials $3,853.12
0100.0540.004232 Training, Conferences, Seminars $7,178.00
0100.0540.003200 Medical Supplies $1,643.87
0100.0540.003311 Uniforms $188.00
0100.0540.003110 Other Supplies $1,043.60
0100.0540.003010 Computer Equipment $3,264.30
0100.0540.003001 Small Equipment & Tools < $5000 $1,661.40
0100.0540.003011 Computer Software $442.00
0100.0540.004350 Printed Materials & Binding $1,402.50
0100.0540.003107 Medical Equipment < $5000 $3,474.00

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
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the retention and engagement of the law firm of Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP to represent Williamson County/Williamson County Commissioners Court in relation to Cause No. 18-0903-C425; Dee Hobbs, Williamson County Attorney v. Dan A. Gattis, Williamson County Judge, and Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey and Larry Madsen, County Commissioners, In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas; and exemption of those attorney services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Section 262.024(a)(4) of the Texas Local Government Code.
This item was moved to Executive Session where no action was taken.  After reconvening from Executive Session, the Court took action on this item.
 

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

Motion: To approve the retention and engagement of the law firm of Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP to represent Williamson County/Williamson County Commissioners' Court in relation to Cause No. 18-0903-C425; Dee Hobbs, Williamson County Attorney v. Dan A. Gattis, Williamson County Judge, and Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey and Larry Madsen, County Commissioners', In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas; and exemption of those attorney services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Section 262.024(a)(4) 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:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:02 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2018
 
50.
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
    g)    Flint Hill Resources-Taylor Fuel Storage Terminal on CR 366
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
51.
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 111
    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
    t)    Discuss an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Hutto regarding CR 163.
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. 
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
52.
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) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
f) Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal
g) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
h) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
i) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center construction issues.
m) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
n) 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
o) Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
p) 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.
q) 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.
r) 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
s) 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.
t) Discuss law in relation to Williamson County compensation policies.
u) Erik Olmeda vs. Williamson County and Keith LNU, In the County Court at Law No. 4 of Williamson County, Texas
v) Intergovernmental Services Agreement with ICE and Agreement with CoreCivic, Inc. relating to the T. Don Hutto Facility.
w) Discuss laws relating to the low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement program (LIRAP) Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 382.
x) Cause No. 18-0903-C425; Dee Hobbs, Williamson County Attorney v. Dan A. Gattis, Williamson County Judge, and Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey and Larry Madsen, County Commissioners; In the 425th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
53.
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.
 
54.
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 12:38 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2018.
 
55.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
56.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
57.
Discuss and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters, including the following:

a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) 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) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
f) 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
g) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
h) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
i) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center construction issues.
m) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
n) 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
o) Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
p) 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.
q) 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.
r) 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
s) 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.
t) Discuss law in relation to Williamson County compensation policies.
u) Erik Olmeda vs. Williamson County and Keith LNU, In the County Court at Law No. 4 of Williamson County, Texas
v) Intergovernmental Services Agreement with ICE and Agreement with CoreCivic, Inc. relating to the T. Don Hutto Facility.
w) Discuss laws relating to the low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement program (LIRAP) Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 382.
x) Cause No. 18-0903-C425; Dee Hobbs, Williamson County Attorney v. Dan A. Gattis, Williamson County Judge, and Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey and Larry Madsen, County Commissioners; In the 425th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
No action was taken on this item. 
 
58.
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. 
 
59.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
 
60.
1:00 Post Recommendation / Departmental Presentation Workshop
Those who addressed the Court:
Director of Veterans Services Donna Harrell
Director of Public Safety Technology Richard Semple
Director of Wireless Communications and Radio Communications Systems (RCS) Catherine Roberts
County Sheriff Robert Chody
Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Tim Ryle
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig
First County Auditor Julie Kylie
Corrections Assistant Chief Deputy Randolph Doyer 
Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh
Executive Assistant to County Judge Rebecca Clemons
Senior Director of Emergency Services Chris Connealy
Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Bill Gravell Jr. 
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT  3:16 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2018.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 14th day of August, 2018.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk