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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
September 4, 2018


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:35 A.M. on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 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 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the August 28, 2018 meeting with a correction to Agenda item #28 correcting "Long Road Transportation Plan" to "Long Term Transportation 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:
 
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.
No action was taken on this item.
 
3.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.

Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $7,205,155.11 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
Alex Curry of Georgetown
Bill Kelberlau 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 – 33 )
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for District Attorney's Office
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0440-003010 Computer Equipment $4,000.00
To 0100-0440-003100 Office Supplies $4,000.00

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
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Non Departmental.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Non-Departmental:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0409.004711 Tax Appraisal District $7,000.00
From 0100.0409.004998 Contingencies $10,000.00
To 0100.0409.004100 Professional Services $17,000.00

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 a line item transfer for Veteran Services.
View Agenda Item
This item was moved to the Regular Agenda.

Director of Veteran Services Donna Harrell and Fist Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Veteran Services with corrections of "$172.13" to "$104.23" and "$313.65" to "$189.93", deleting "From 0100-0405-004999 Veteran Services / Miscellaneous $500.00" and "$2,235.78" to "$1,656.65" and "$2,250.00" to "$1362.49":

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
To 0100-0405-002010 Veteran Services / FICA $104.23
To 0100-0405-002020 Veteran Services / Retirement $189.93
From 0100-0405-004999 Veteran Services / Miscellaneous $500.00
From 0100-0405-003005 Veteran Services / Office Furniture $1,656.65
To 0100-0405-001101 Veteran Services / Part Time Salaries $1,362.49

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

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0499-004350 Printed forms, Books, binders $7,500.00
To 0100-0499-003005 Office Furniture $1,500.00
To 0100-0499-003006 Office Equipment $3,000.00
To 0100-0499-003100 Office 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
 
9.
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 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the County Sheriff's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0560.003011 Computer Software $685.00
To 0100.0560.003010 Computer Equipment $685.00
From 0100.0560.005008 Law Enforcement Equipment > $5,000 $1,835.00
To 0100.0560.004850 RCS Radio Fees $1,835.00

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 approving a line item transfer for JP 1.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 1:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0451.004999 Miscellaneous $500.00
From 0100.0451.003901 Publications / Books $350.00
To 0100.0451.004212 Postage $850.00
From 0100.0451.003006 Office Equipment $1,000.00
From 0100.0451.004350 Printed Materials $1,000.00
To 0100.0451.003100 Office Supplies $2,000.00

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
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on line item transfer for Juvenile Services.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Juvenile Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0576.003307 Pharmaceutical $2,500.00
To 0100.0576.003316 Medical $2,500.00
From 0100.0576.003102 Safety Supplies $1,000.00
To 0100.0576.003003 Radio Equipment $1,000.00

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
______________________________________________
 

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

Motion: To amend the Motion correcting the "From" and "To" from "$1,000.00" to "$637.14".

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0576.003307 Pharmaceutical $2,500.00
To 0100.0576.003316 Medical $2,500.00
From 0100.0576.003102 Safety Supplies $637.14
To 0100.0576.003003 Radio Equipment $637.14

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 2 Cynthia Long 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0570.003307 Pharmaceuticals $3,000.00
To 0100.0570.003200 Medical 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
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
View Agenda Item

 
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0509.004810 Lawn Service $36,000.00
To 0100.0509.004510 Facility Maintenance & Repair $36,000.00
From 0100.0509.004990 Solid Waste Management / Recycling $6,500.00
To 0100.0509.004512 Kitchen Maintenance & Repair $6,500.00
From 0100.0509.004962 Janitorial Contract Services $1,400.00
To 0100.0509.003005 Office Furniture $1,400.00

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 a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
View Agenda Item
This item was moved to the Regular Agenda.

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 line item transfers for the Road and Bridge Division:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005730 Radio Equipment > $5,000 $45,000.00
To 0200-0210-003101 Education Aids / Materials $13,500.00
To 0200-0210-003010 Computer Equipment < $5,000 $31,500.00

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
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace, Precinct #1.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 1:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non-Departmental / Autopsy $36,000.00
To 0100-0451-004190 Justice of Peace Precinct 1 / Autopsy $33,000.00
To 0100-0451-004192 Justice of Peace Precinct 1 / Transport Autopsy $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
 
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0475.004902 County Attorney Legal Support $3,009.25
To 0100.0475.003005 Office Furniture < $5,000 $1,904.70
To 0100.0475.003311 Uniforms $1,104.55

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Road and Bridge Division.
View Agenda Item
 

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:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005400 Bridges $3,000.00
To 0200-0210-003553 Signs $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
 
18.
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 2 Cynthia Long 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
FROM 0100.0560.005008 Law Enforcement Equipment > $5,000 $1,500.00
TO 0100.0560.004100 Professional Services $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
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
View Agenda Item
 

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
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including ten (10) Desktops and five (5) Laptops, pursuant to Tx. Local Govt Code 263.152.
View Agenda Item
 

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 (10) desktops and (5) laptops 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:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through Trade-in of one (1) 2012 Wheeled Coach Ambulance, one (1) 2012 Ford F450, one (1) 2013 Ford F450, and one (1) 2013 Wheeled Coach Ambulance, pursuant to Tx. Local Govt Code 263.152.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through Trade-in of (1) 2012 Wheeled Coach Ambulance, (1) 2012 Ford F-450, (1) 2013 Ford F-450 and one (1) 2013 Wheeled Coach Ambulance 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:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval or ratification of monthly Treasurer's Report on Williamson County Finances for April through July 2018 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §114.026.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the monthly Treasurer's Report on Williamson County Finances for April through July 2018 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 114.026.

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:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take action on approving the Investment Reports for the Quarter ending June 30, 2018 which was approved by the Investment Committee on July 18, 2018.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the Investment Reports for the Quarter ending June 30, 2018 which was approved by the Investment Committee on July 18, 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:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Fellowship Church (Traffic control and security during various church services in Round Rock)
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge and approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Fellowship Church (traffic control and security during various church services in Round Rock)

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:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on renewal of Information Release Contract between Texas Workforce Commission and Williamson County Constable Precinct Two.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the renewal of the Information Release Contract between Texas Workforce Commission and Williamson County Constable Precinct 2.

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 any appropriate action regarding renewal of MOU between Williamson County EMS and TDHRC to require notifications to county emergency medical services as necessary for provision of medical transport services in the interest of public health and safety.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a renewal of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and T. Don Hutto Residential Center (TDHRC) to require notifications to county emergency medical services as necessary for provision of medical transport services in the interest of public health and safety.

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 accepting and approving a report on the Regional Animal Shelter Expansion Project; Change Order # 5 in the amount of $22,520.00 to approve funding from within the existing contract for additional access, fire suppression and demolition scopes of work, which was executed by Dale Butler, Williamson County Facilities Director, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order is being funded by the Construction Manager and Owner’s Contingencies.
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Director of Facilities Dale Butler addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge a report on the Regional Animal Shelter Expansion Project and approve Change Order No. 5 in the amount of $22,520.00 to approve funding from within the existing contract for additional access, fire suppression and demolition scopes of work, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Director Dale Butler pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded by the Construction Manager and Owner’s Contingencies.

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 accepting and approving a report on the Georgetown Annex Project; Change Order # 16 in the amount of $18,039.40 to approve funding from within the existing contract for additional masonry, concrete and electrical scopes of work, which was executed by Dale Butler, Williamson County Facilities Director, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order is being funded by the Construction Managers Contingency.  
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge a report on the Georgetown Annex Project and approve Change Order No. 16 in the amount of $18,039.40 to approve funding from within the existing contract for additional masonry, concrete and electrical scopes of work, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Director Dale Butler pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded by the Construction Managers Contingency.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project; Change Order #63 in the amount of $6,533.00 to approve funding from within the existing contract for additional fencing and striping scopes of work, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order is to be funded by the Owners Contingency.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge a report on the Williamson County North Campus Project and approve Change Order No. 63 in the amount of $6,533.00 to approve funding from within the existing contract for additional fencing and striping scopes of work, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded by the Owners Contingency.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 1 Section 21 subdivision - Pct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 1 Section 21 subdivision - Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 1 Section 6B subdivision - Pct 3.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 1 Section 6B subdivision - Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 1 Section 6C subdivision - Pct 3.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 1 Section 6C subdivision - Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Ranches at Salado Brook subdivision - Pct 3.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution making September Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in Williamson County.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Public Affairs Manager Connie Odom
Alan's Hope Committee Chair Tammy Smith
Pick with Austin, Inc. Founder Jeff Curley
Georgetown Behavioral Health Institute Director of Outpatient Services Cassandra Hesse
 

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

Motion: To approve a Resolution proclaiming September 2018 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in Williamson County and encourage everyone to save the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number 1-800-273-8255 onto their phones to have ready when they meet someone in need.

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 resolution declaring September 2018 as Preparedness Month in Williamson County, Texas. 
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Director of Emergency Management Jarred Thomas addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Resolution declaring September 2018 as Disaster Preparedness Month in Williamson County in honor of those men and women who train and prepare daily for the safety and wellbeing of the residents of Williamson County, Texas and urge the appropriate recognition whereof.

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 on recognizing the Purchasing Department as the recipient of the 2018 Achievement of Excellence in Public Procurement Award by the National Procurement Institute (NPI).
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Purchasing Agent/Director Randy Barker and Deputy Purchasing Agent Kerstin Hancock addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To recognize the Purchasing Department as the recipient of the 2018 Achievement of Excellence in Public Procurement Award by the National Procurement Institute (NPI).

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 consider and take appropriate action on Proclaiming September as Family Mealtime Month.
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Williamson County Family & Consumer Science County Extension Agent with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Chelsea Stevens addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Proclamation proclaiming the month of September as Family Mealtime 2018: Connecting for Better Health in Williamson County, Texas, and to encourage all citizens to observe this month by the adoption of healthy behavior through family mealtime.

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 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:
Left Turn Lane Opening
8:30 A.M.
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
Facilities Parking Lot  
3101 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown
 
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 6 in the amount of $2,995,620.00 to expire on September 30, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Prime Strategies, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 13, 2014 for FY2019 WilCo Road Bond Program Planning, Design and Program Management.
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Senior Director Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 6 in the amount of $2,995,620.00 to expire on September 30, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Prime Strategies, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 13, 2014 for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 Williamson County (WilCo) Road Bond Program Planning, Design and Program Management.

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:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental No 1 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between Prime Strategies, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 22, 2017 for engineering management services required for the Williamson County Long Range Transportation Plan Corridor Program.
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Senior Director Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 2 under Williamson County Contract between Prime Strategies, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 22, 2017 for engineering management services required for the Williamson County Long Range Transportation Plan Corridor Program.

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:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $438,000 from 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P290) to CR 258 Phase II (P256).
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Senior Director Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to move $438,000.00 from 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P-290) to County Road (CR) 258 Phase II (P-256).

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Russell J. and Raquel M. Salisbury for ROW needed on CR 111, Parcel 34. Funding Source: Road Bonds P249
 
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Senior Director Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Russell J. Salisbury and Raquel M. Salisbury for right of way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 111, Parcel 34 to be funded by Road Bond P-249.

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:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a proposal of insurance from McGriff, Seibels & Williams of Texas, Inc. to bind general liability insurance for the property located at 350 Exchange Boulevard, Hutto, Texas, which is to be used for purposes of Williamson County Precinct 4 offices from September 1, 2018 to December 15, 2018.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a proposal of insurance from McGriff, Seibels & Williams of Texas, Inc. to bind general liability insurance for the property located at 350 Exchange Boulevard, Hutto, Texas, which is to be used for purposes of Williamson County Precinct 4 offices beginning on September 1, 2018 and ending on December 15, 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:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the County Judge to execute the August 22, 2018 Proposal as submitted by Williamson County and Cities Health District to Provide Influenza Vaccines in the Benefit Plan Year of 2018 to Williamson County Employees and Covered Dependents. 
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Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the August 22, 2018 Proposal as submitted by Williamson County and Cities Health District to Provide Influenza Vaccines in the Benefit Plan Year of 2018 to Williamson County Employees and Covered Dependents.

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:
 
45.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing an agreement with Let’s Grow Leaders .
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46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an authorized use agreement with Expressions in Video, Inc. for filming a short film in the historic jail on Saturday, September 8, 2018.
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General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize a use agreement with Expressions in Video, Inc. for filming a short film in the historic jail on Saturday, September 8, 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:
 
47.
Discuss and take appropriate action on renewal of contract with the Texas State Library and the County Clerk.
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Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a renewal of contract with the Texas State Library and the County Clerk.

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 the FY18/19 Budget Order.
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No action was taken on this item.
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49.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the service contract between Marathon Engineering Corporation and Williamson County for jail safety padding repair, in the not-to-exceed amount of $12,576.00, and exempting this purchase from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024(a)(2) and (a)(3).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the service contract between Marathon Engineering Corporation and Williamson County for jail safety padding repair, in the not-to-exceed amount of $12,576.00, and exempting this purchase from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption Sections 262.024(a)(2) and (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
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the annual System Support Agreement with Infax, Inc., for system and maintenance support of the Electronic Docket System covering the term of 10/1/2018 through 09/30/2019 for the annual amount of $8,300.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the annual System Support Agreement with Infax, Inc., for system and maintenance support of the Electronic Docket System with a term beginning October 1, 2018 and ending September 30, 2019 for the annual amount of $8,300.00.

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 authorizing the extension of Hauling Services with the primary vendor, Statewide Materials Transport, Ltd. for the term of September 12, 2018 - September 11, 2019, Terms and conditions remain the same as the existing contract with the exception of department approved unit price increases for contracted items per the attached pricing sheet. The secondary bidder, Lewis Clark Trucking, chose not to renew their contract for another term.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the extension of Hauling Services with the primary vendor, Statewide Materials Transport, Ltd. for a term beginning September 12, 2018 and ending September 11, 2019, terms and conditions remain the same as the existing contract with the exception of department approved unit price increases for contracted items per the attached pricing sheet. The secondary bidder, Lewis Clark Trucking, chose not to renew their contract for another term.

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 approving the service contract between Quality Tree and Lawn and Williamson County for a Tree Pruning Project at Berry Springs Park, in the not to exceed amount of $16,800.00, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the service contract between Quality Tree and Lawn and Williamson County for a Tree Pruning Project at Berry Springs Park, in the not to exceed amount of $16,800.00 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:
 
53.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Consulting Services Agreement between Rely Information Systems, LLC and Williamson County for DBA patch and upgrade assistance and general Oracle DBA support and maintenance of Williamson County Oracle applications. Exemption of the services to be provided under the agreement from the competitive bidding proposal requirements are per the County Purchasing Act, pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal services, as set forth under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (a)(4).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Consulting Services Agreement between Rely Information Systems, LLC and Williamson County for DBA patch and upgrade assistance and general Oracle DBA support and maintenance of Williamson County Oracle applications; exemption of the services to be provided under the agreement from the competitive bidding proposal requirements are per the County Purchasing Act, pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal services, as set forth under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (a)(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
Attachments:
 
54.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive competitive sealed proposals for Brushy Creek Regional Trail - Phase V under RFCSP #1808-253.  
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive competitive sealed proposals for Brushy Creek Regional Trail - Phase V under Request for Competitive Sealed Proposal (RFCSP) # 1808-253.

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:
 
55.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed statements of qualifications for On-Call Environmental Services under RFQ #1808-254.
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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 statements of qualifications for On-Call Environmental Services under Request for Quote (RFQ) # 1808-254.

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 a Services Contract for Fixed Asset Management Program and Software (BuyBoard Contract #498-15) between Williamson County and RCI Technologies, Inc. for the amount of $47,000.00 and authorizing execution of the contract.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Services Contract for Fixed Asset Management Program and Software (BuyBoard Contract # 498-15) between Williamson County and RCI Technologies, Inc. for the amount of $47,000.00 and to authorize the execution of the contract.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
57.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Ronald Reagan Blvd. Turn Lanes Widening at Santa Rita Blvd. under IFB #1808-256
 
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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 Ronald Reagan Boulevard (Blvd.) Turn Lanes Widening at Santa Rita Blvd. under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1808-256.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:42 A.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2018.
 
58.
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. 
 
59.
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 acquisition 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.
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No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
60.
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. 
 
61.
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. 
 
62.
Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:34 A.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2018.
 
63.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
64.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
65.
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.
 
66.
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.
 
67.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT  11:36 A. M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2018.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 11th day of September, 2018.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk