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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
August 21, 2018


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:32 A.M. on TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 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 August 16, 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 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $1,736,856.91 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: 
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Sharon O'Connell of Georgetown
Charles Hipp of Georgetown
Alex Curry of Georgetown
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown
Liberty Hill City Council Member Liz Branigan 

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 – 16 )
 
5.
Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for District Attorney's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0440-003010 Computer Equipment $1,380.00
To 0100-0440-003006 Office Equipment $1,380.00

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

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-005700 Vehicles $5,000 $15,000.00
From 0100-0540-003005 Office Furniture < $5,000 $5,000.00
From 0100-0540-004500 Maintenance Contracts $5,000.00
To 0100-0540-003301 Gasoline $25,000.00

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
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on line item transfers for Animal Services (Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter)
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Animal Services for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0545-0545-003804 Immunizations $2,500.00
From 0545-0545-004419 Property Insurance $442.46
From 0545-0545-004999 Miscellaneous $669.18
To 0545-0545-004968 Care of Animals $3,611.64
From 0545-0545-004510 Facility Maintenance $10,000.00
To 0545-0545-004100 Professional Services $10,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Jail.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0570.003307 Pharmaceuticals $1,500.00
To 0100.0570.003200 Medical Supplies $1,500.00

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
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the Tax Assessor/Collector:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0499-004212 Postage $2,000.00
From 0100-0499-004100 Professional Services $3,000.00
To 0100-0499-003006 Office Equipment $5,000.00

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

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the County Sheriff:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0560.003311 Uniforms $11,000.00
From 0100.0560.003901 Publications / Books / Periodicals $4,000.00
From 0100.0560.004100 Professional Services $6,000.00
From 0100.0560.004231 Travel $3,000.00
From 0100.0560.004350 Printed Materials & Binding $4,000.00
From 0100.0560.004500 Maintenance Services $10,000.00
From 0100.0560.004543 Repairs to Equipment $2,000.00
From 0100.0409.004998 Contingencies $95,495.77
To 0100.0560.003301 Gasoline $42,000.00
To 0100.0560.004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance $93,495.77

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 the County Sheriff
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Sheriff with corrections "0100.0560.003901" to "0100.0560.004414" and "Publications / Books / Periodicals" to "Vehicle Insurance":

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0560.004414 Vehicle Insurance $3,000.00
To 0100.0560.003530 Investigative Supplies $3,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the County Sheriff:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0570.003001 Small Tools and Equipment $1,150.00
From 0100.0570.003010 Computer Equipment $1,000.00
From 0100.0570.003901 Publications / Books / Periodicals $1,000.00
From 0100.0570.004350 Printed Forms $2,500.00
From 0100.0570.005700 Vehicles $2,000.00
To 0100.0570.004705 Pre-employment Screening $7,650.00

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 concerning a Line Item Transfer for Fleet Services.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Fleet Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0882.0882.004547 Fuel Site Repair $8,500.00
From 0882.0882.005003 Equipment > $5,000 $8,000.00
From 0882.0882.004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance $1,250.00
From 0882.0882.003302 Used Tire Disposal $200.00
To 0882.0882.003525 Tires, Tubes $17,950.00

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
 
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on establishing a jury fund for JP 4. 
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a $2,000.00 cash jury fund for Justice of the Peace 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
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (27) HP Workstation desktops, (18) Toughbook laptops, (11) Dell Optiplex, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction including (27) HP Workstation desktops, (18) Toughbook laptops, (11) Dell Optiplex, 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:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 7 in the amount of $60,000.00 to expire September 30, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated September 3, 2015 for Traffic Signal Design - O'Connor Dr. at Great Oaks Dr., O'Connor Dr. at Liberty Walk Dr., and O'Connor Dr. at Morgan Hill Trail for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 7 in the amount of $60,000.00 to expire September 30, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated September 3, 2015 for Traffic Signal Design - O'Connor Drive at Great Oaks Drive, O'Connor Drive at Liberty Walk Drive, and O'Connor Drive at Morgan Hill Trail for Williamson County Road and Bridge.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a proclamation recognizing August 25, 2018 as Overdose Awareness Day in Williamson County.
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Director of Mobile Outreach Team Annie Burwell and LifeSteps Coalition Director Rosana Sielaff addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a Proclamation recognizing August 25, 2018 as Overdose Awareness Day in Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing Williamson County Human Resources as a recipient of the 2018 Texas Association of Counties Best Practice award, as well as recognition from the Public Risk Management Association for Outstanding Achievement for a Public Risk Management Product.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore and County Relations Officer for Texas Association of Counties Rick Avery addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To recognize and accept Williamson County Human Resources as a recipient of the 2018 Texas Association of Counties Best Practice award, as well as recognition from the Public Risk Management Association for Outstanding Achievement for a Public Risk Management Product.

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
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the FY19 CSCD (Adult Probation) Drug Court Counselor Memorandum of Understanding.
 
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County Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) Director Steve Morrison addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) Adult Probation Drug Court Counseling Services Memorandum of Understanding.

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 approving the FY19 CSCD (Adult Probation) Coop Agreement for Felony Pre-Trail Bond Services.
 
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County Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) Director Steve Morrison addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) Adult Probation Co-operative Agreement for Felony Pre-Trail Bond Services.

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 approving the FY19 CSCD (Adult Probation) CSR Memorandum of Understanding.
 
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County Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) Director Steve Morrison addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) Adult Probation to fund the Community Restitution (CSR) Director position Memorandum of Understanding.

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 A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:18 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2018.
 
22.
10:00 a.m. Public Hearing on proposed 2018 tax rate of $0.466529 per $100 for Williamson County.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown
Patty Felderhoff of Hutto
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Mark Bofferding of Leander
Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:53 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2018.
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh invited the Public to attend a ribbon cutting for:
County Road (CR) 110 South
10 A.M.
Thursday, August 30, 2018
Crossswalk Church
8650 CR 110
Round Rock, TX
 
24.
Receive and acknowledge the August 2018 Construction Summary Report for the Road Bond Program.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 2 to the Environmental Services On-Call contract between Williamson County and SWCA Environmental Consultants relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. Projects: As Needed Funding Source: Road Bonds.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 2 to the Environmental Services On-Call Contract between Williamson County and SWCA Environmental Consultants relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bonds.

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:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 1 to the CR 366 (Carlos G. Parker Blvd to Chandler Rd) contract between Williamson County and Garver, LLC relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. Project: P296. Funding Source: Road Bonds. 
View Agenda Item
Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the County Road (CR) 366 (Carlos G. Parker Boulevard to Chandler Road) Contract between Williamson County and Garver, LLC relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bond P-296.

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:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to close projects and move remaining balances to 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P290) from Pearson Ranch Road/SH45/RM620 (P222), Howard Lane Extension (P223), Avery Ranch at Pearson (P279), FM 1431-Gap Cedar Park ILA (P229), Little Elm Trail (P242), CR 258 (P256), CR 277 (P289), CR 175 Phase 3A (P287), Kaufman Loop Phase 2 (P286), CR 112 Phase 1 Study (P295), Wilco Event Center Access (P297), Arterial A North Phase 1A (P304) and Chandler Rd at FM 1660 (P305). Also, to close New Hope Drive Phase 2A (P283) and move $2,000,000 to 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P290) and $1,000,000 to CR 200 Phase 1 (P285).

Also, to move $4,000,000 from New Hope Drive Phase 1 (P282) to Bagdad Road (P438) and the remaining balance to 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P290) and $2,000,000 from CR 119 (P214) to SH 130 Frontage Road (P302). Move $5,900,000 to 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P290) from SW Bypass/SH29 Bypass/Inner Loop (P243) of $3,000,000, Kennedy Fort Blvd (P228) of $2,000,000 and Chandler Rd Extension (P294) of $900,000.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to close projects and move remaining balances to 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P-290) from Pearson Ranch Road (Rd.) / State Highway (SH) 45 / Ranch to Market (RM) 620 (P-222), Howard Lane Extension (P-223), Avery Ranch at Pearson (P-279), Farm to Market (FM) 1431-Gap Cedar Park Interlocal Agreement (ILA) (P-229), Little Elm Trail (P-242), County Road (CR) 258 (P-256), CR 277 (P-289), CR 175 Phase 3A (P-287), Kaufman Loop Phase 2 (P-286), CR 112 Phase 1 Study (P-295), Williamson County (Wilco) Event Center Access (P-297), Arterial A North Phase 1A (P-304) and Chandler Rd at FM 1660 (P-305). Also, to close New Hope Drive Phase 2A (P-283) and move $2,000,000 to 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P-290) and $1,000,000 to CR 200 Phase 1 (P-285), $4,000,000 from New Hope Drive Phase 1 (P-282) to Bagdad Road (P-438) and the remaining balance to 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P-290) and $2,000,000 from CR 119 (P-214) to SH 130 Frontage Road (P-302). Move $5,900,000 to 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P-290) from Southwest (SW) Bypass / SH 29 Bypass / Inner Loop (P-243) of $3,000,000, Kenney Fort Boulevard (P-228) of $2,000,000 and Chandler Rd. Extension (P-294) of $900,000.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $2,600,000 from 2013 Road Non-Departmental to RM 2243 Re-Alignment (P326) of $1,000,000 and University Blvd (Chandler Road) Expansion – City of Round Rock ILA (P327) of $1,600,000.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to move $2,600,000.00 from 2013 Road Non-Departmental to Ranch to Market (RM) 2243 Re-Alignment (P-326) for $1,000,000.00 and $1,600,000.00 to University Boulevard (Chandler Road) Expansion – City of Round Rock Interlocal Agreement (ILA) (P-327).

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:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $450,000 from 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P290) to IH-35 Operational Study (P258).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to move $450,000.00 from 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P-290) to Interstate Highway (IH) 35 Operational Study (P-258).

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:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute a Rule 11 and Settlement Agreement with the attorney for Joshua and Patricia Solis for right of way needed on the San Gabriel Ranch Road project. Funding Source: Road & Bridge P439
 
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Rule 11 and Settlement Agreement with the attorney for Joshua Solis and Patricia Solis for right of way needed on the San Gabriel Ranch Road Project to be funded by Road & Bridge P-439.

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:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing County Judge to execute an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Round Rock regarding the design and construction of an additional two lanes for the North mays extension.
 
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Round Rock regarding the design and construction of an additional two lanes for the North Mays extension.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Memorandum of Understanding Regarding the Abatement of OSSF Nuisance Conditions between the Williamson County Engineer/Road and Bridge Division, acting by and through Williamson County, Texas, and the Williamson County and Cities Health District.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Memorandum of Understanding Regarding the Abatement of Onside Sewage Facilities (OSSF) Nuisance Conditions between the Williamson County Engineer/Road and Bridge Division, acting by and through Williamson County, Texas, and the Williamson County and Cities Health District.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Special Warranty Deed between Williamson County, as grantor, and the City of Hutto, as grantee, wherein Williamson County will convey the Williamson County Hutto Annex real property, building and parking lot to the City of Hutto; and authorize the County Judge to execute said deed and all documents necessary at the closing of such property.  
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Special Warranty Deed between Williamson County, as grantor, and the City of Hutto, as grantee, wherein Williamson County will convey the Williamson County Hutto Annex real property, building and parking lot to the City of Hutto and to authorize the County Judge to execute said deed and all documents necessary at the closing of such property.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Lease Agreement between Williamson County, as lessee, and the 420 US 79, Ltd., as lessor, wherein Williamson County will lease back the Williamson County Hutto Annex property following the conveyance of such property to the City of Hutto; and authorize the County Judge to execute said lease.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Lease Agreement between Williamson County, as lessee, and the 420 US 79, Ltd., as lessor, wherein Williamson County will lease back the Williamson County Hutto Annex property following the conveyance of such property to the City of Hutto and to authorize the County Judge to execute said lease.

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 approving a Lease Agreement between Williamson County, as lessor, and the City of Hutto, as lessee, wherein Williamson County will lease back Unit 200 of Hutto 321 Office Condominiums to the City of Hutto in order to allow it to store personal property within such area until November 15, 2018; and authorize the County Judge to execute said lease.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Lease Agreement between Williamson County, as lessor, and the City of Hutto, as lessee, wherein Williamson County will lease back Unit 200 of Hutto 321 Office Condominiums to the City of Hutto to allow personal property to be stored within such area until November 15, 2018 and to authorize the County Judge to execute said lease.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the Sheriff's Office applying for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program, FY 2018 Local Solicitation.
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Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Tim Ryle addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Sheriff's Office to apply for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program, Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 Local Solicitation.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss and consider approving renewal of the Title IV-E County Legal Services Contract with the Texas Department of Family Protective Services.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the renewal of the Title IV-E County Legal Services Contract with the Texas Department of Family Protective Services.

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 Salary Contribution Agreement with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
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Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a Salary Contribution Agreement with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action with regards to State of Texas Department of Public Safety's continued utilization of the County's Radio Communication Systems (RCS).
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Emergency Services Chris Connealy
Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Tim Ryle 
Director of Wireless Communications and Radio Communications Systems (RCS) Catherine Roberts

No action was taken on this item.
 
40.
Discuss 2018-2019 Budget.
View Agenda Item
No action was taken on this item.
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing advertising and setting a date for a public hearing on the 2018-2019 County Clerk's Records Archive Fund for September 11, 2018 at 10:00am.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To set a Public Hearing for the 11th of September, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. regarding the 2018-2019 County Clerk's Records Archive Fund.

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
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing advertising and setting a date for a public hearing on the 2018-2019 District Clerk's Records Technology Fund for September 11, 2018 at 10:15 am.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To set a Public Hearing for the 11th of September at 10:15 A.M. regarding the 2018-2019 District Clerk's Records Technology Fund.

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 advertising and setting a date for a public hearing on the 2018-2019 District Clerk's Technology Plan/Fund for September 11, 2018 at 10:30 am.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on considering a request by the Sheriff’s Office to add the following pay supplements: on-call pay for LE and Corrections, shift differential pay and bi-lingual pay for LE and civilian employees. 
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Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on considering a request by Building Maintenance to add the following pay supplements: on-call pay.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on considering a request by the Hazmat/Fire Marshall's Office to add the following pay supplements: on-call pay.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ # 1706-171 A/E Williamson County Inner Loop Annex Renovations to the most qualified respondent KGA Architecture and authorizing execution of the Professional Services Agreement and related Work Authorizations.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To award Request for Quote (RFQ) # 1706-171 A/E Williamson County Inner Loop Annex Renovations to the most qualified respondent KGA Architecture and to authorize the execution of the Professional Services Agreement and related Work Authorizations.

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:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $20,000.00 to expire on September 30, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Architectural and Engineering Services between KGA Architecture and Williamson County dated August 21, 2018 for Construct and Renovate County Facilities Including the Williamson County Inner Loop Annex for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $20,000.00 to expire on September 30, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Architectural and Engineering Services between KGA Architecture and Williamson County dated August 21, 2018 for Construct and Renovate County Facilities including the Williamson County Inner Loop Annex for Williamson County Road and Bridge.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the service contract between Eagle Rug and Floor Co. and Williamson County for carpet installation, not to exceed the amount of $14,325.00, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Service Contract between Eagle Rug and Floor Company and Williamson County for carpet installation, not to exceed the amount of $14,325.00 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
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the agreement for IFB # 1806-238 for CR129 Bridge at Brushy Creek Bearing Pad Replacements between RHB Construction and Williamson County for constructions service for the not-to-exceed amount of $118,675.00
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the agreement for Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1806-238 for County Road (CR) 129 Bridge at Brushy Creek Bearing Pad Replacements between RHB Construction and Williamson County for construction services for the not-to-exceed amount of $118,675.00.

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:
 
51.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB # 1806-244 Herbicides to the lowest responsive bidder Red River Specialties as the primary vendor, Nutrien Solutions as the secondary vendor, and Site One Landscape Supply as the tertiary vendor.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1806-244 Herbicides to the lowest responsive bidder Red River Specialties as the primary vendor, Nutrien Solutions as the secondary vendor, and Site One Landscape Supply as the tertiary vendor.

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:
 
52.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB # 1806-242 Flex Base to the lowest responsive bidder Industrial Asphalt and Aggregate as the primary vendor, and Vulcan Construction Material as the secondary vendor.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1806-242 Flex Base to the lowest responsive bidder Industrial Asphalt and Aggregate as the primary vendor, and Vulcan Construction Material as the secondary vendor.

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:
 
53.
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 General Fund Revenue due to insurance proceeds.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
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 a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for General Fund Revenue due to insurance proceeds:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.364100 Insurance Reimbursements $15,041.23

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
 
54.
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.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
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 a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the County Sheriff's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0560.004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance $15,041.23

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
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement for School Resource Officer Program between Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Round Rock Independent School District. 
View Agenda Item
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley and Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Tim Ryle addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement for School Resource Officer Program between Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Round Rock Independent School District.

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:
 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving two (2) new full-time positions in the Sheriff's Office to provide services according to the contract with Round Rock ISD.  The position titles will be Deputy Sheriff SRO, pay grade L1.5, salary $56,584.14 and Deputy Sheriff SRO, pay grade L1.15, salary $68,975.75.
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Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Tim Ryle addressed the Court
 

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

Motion: To approve two (2) new full-time positions in the Sheriff's Office titled Deputy Sheriff School Resource Officer (SRO) with pay grade L1.5 for a salary of $56,584.14 and Deputy Sheriff SRO with pay grade L1.15 for a salary of $68,975.75 to provide services according to the contract with Round Rock ISD.

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
 
57.
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 revenue for Payment from Other Entities.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
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 a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenue for Payment from Other Entities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.333220 Payment from Other Entities $19,402.57

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
 
58.
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.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
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 amendments to acknowledge additional expenditures for the County Sheriff's Department:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0560.001105 Law Eforcement Salaries $13,521.83
0100.0560.001110 Overtime $844.48
0100.0560.001114 Certifications $77.54
0100.0560.001125 Longevity Pay $122.78
0100.0560.002010 FICA $1,114.35
0100.0560.002020 Retirement $2,030.59
0100.0560.002030 Insurance $1,491.00
0100.0560.002050 Workers' Compensation $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
 
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team:
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
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 a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.333220 Payments From Other Entities $800.00

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
 
60.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable sircumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Mobile Outreach Team:
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
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 amendments to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Mobile Outreach Team:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0341.001920 Medical School Stipend $632.00
0100.0341.002010 FICA $48.32
0100.0341.002020 Retirement $31.60
0100.0341.002050 Workers' Compensation $88.08

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
 
61.
Consider an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for General Fund Revenue for an Insurance Reimbursement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for General Fund Revenue for an Insurance Reimbursement:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.364100 Insurance Reimbursement $35,626.62

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
62.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 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 Jail Department.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
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 amendments to acknowledge additional expenditures for the County Jail Department:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0570.003200 Medical Supplies $8,829.39
0100.0570.005000 Capital Outlay >$5000 $26,797.23

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
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 12:16 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2018.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 12:22 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2018.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:22 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2018.
 
63.
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
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No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
64.
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 the aquisition of real property for CR 111.
r) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
s) Discuss an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Hutto regarding CR 163.
t) Discuss the acquisition of drainage easements on the Forest North Drainage Project. 
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. 
 
65.
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) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
m) 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
n) Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
o) 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.
p) 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.
q) 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
r) 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.
s) Discuss law in relation to Williamson County compensation policies.
t) Erik Olmeda vs. Williamson County and Keith LNU, In the County Court at Law No. 4 of Williamson County, Texas
u) 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. 
 
66.
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. 
 
67.
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 1:48 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2018.
 
68.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
69.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
70.
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) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
m) 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
n) Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
o) 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.
p) 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.
q) 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
r) 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.
s) Discuss law in relation to Williamson County compensation policies.
t) Erik Olmeda vs. Williamson County and Keith LNU, In the County Court at Law No. 4 of Williamson County, Texas
u) 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. 
 
71.
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. 
 
72.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments. 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT  1:48 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2018.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 28th day of August, 2018.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk