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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
September 25, 2018


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:38 A.M. on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 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 September 18, 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 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,266,216.02 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:
Deputy Director of Emergency Management Michael Shoe
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Boyd Henry of Leander
Alex Curry of Georgetown

No action was taken on this item.
 
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 5 – 16 )
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for District Courts.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0435.004131 Family Cases - Court Appointed Attorney $9,500.00
To 0100.0435.004100 Professional Services $9,500.00

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
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for EMS.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-003010 Computer Equipment < $5,000 $1,500.00
To 0100-0540-003101 Education Aids / Materials $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
 
7.
Discuss , consider and take appropriate action on line item transfer for Constable Precinct One
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Constable Precinct 1:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0551.003003 Radio Equipment $2,800.00
To 0100.0551.003008 Law Enforcement Equipment $2,800.00

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
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0570.003307 Pharmaceuticals $35,000.00
To: 0100.0570.003316 Medical / Hospital $35,000.00

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities; with a correction"From" 0100.0509.0004509 Facilities Enhancements "To" 0100.0509.004510 Facilities Maintenance and Repair:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0509.004510 Facilities Maintenance and Repair $15,000.00
To 0100.0509.003001 Small Equipment & Tools $15,000.00

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0509.003105 Paper Supplies $2,600.00
To 0100.0509.003318 Janitorial Supplies $2,600.00

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action acknowledging line item transfers of $500.00 of less completed by the County Auditor during July - September 2018 (4th Quarter - FY18).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To acknowledge line item transfers of $500.00 or less completed by the County Auditor during July through September 2018 (4th Quarter - Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018); with a correction to "of less" to "or less".

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:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including four (4) Dell Computers, four (4) Dell Laptops and one (1) 2008 Chevy Malibu, pursuant to Local Gov't Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction including (4) Dell computers, (4) Dell laptops and (1) 2008 Chevy Malibu, pursuant to 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:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution authorizing the Presiding Officer of the Williamson County Commissioners Court to execute a Resale Deed from Williamson County, Texas to M. W. Odom Enterprises, Inc. DBA Maverick Termite and Pest Control pertaining to 0.562 acres, more or less, being the East Parts of Lots 1 & 2, Block 69, City of Jarrell, Williamson County, Texas being that property more particularly described in Document 2017096973 of the Official Public Records, Williamson County, Texas.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a resolution authorizing the Presiding Officer of the Williamson County Commissioners' Court to execute a Resale Deed from Williamson County, Texas to M. W. Odom Enterprises, Inc. DBA Maverick Termite and Pest Control pertaining to 0.562 acres, more or less, being the East Parts of Lots 1 & 2, Block 69, City of Jarrell, Williamson County, Texas being that property more particularly described in Document 2017096973 of the Official Public Records, Williamson County, Texas.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the appointment of Williamson County Sheriff's Office Animal Control Officer, Jeremy Moldenhour, to be designated as the Local Rabies Control Authority (LRCA) effective September 27, 2018 for the purposes of the Rabies Control Act of 1981.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To authorize the appointment of Williamson County Sheriff's Office Animal Control Officer, Jeremy Moldenhour, to be designated as the Local Rabies Control Authority (LRCA) effective September 27, 2018 for the purposes of the Rabies Control Act of 1981.

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 Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between Balcones Geotechnical PLLC and Williamson County dated December 3, 2015 for Geotechnical Enineering Services for Williamson County North Campus Facilities.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 under Williamson County contract between Balcones Geotechnical, PLLC and Williamson County dated December 3, 2015 for Geotechnical Enineering Services for Williamson County North Campus Facilities.

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.
Hear presentation from the Williamson County Sheriff's Office regarding the requested implementation and use of an inmate communications system (Smart Communications - Kiosk) to be provided at the Williamson County Jail by Smart Communications Holding, Inc.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Sheriff's Office Corrections Bureau Commander Brian Loyd
Smart Communications Representative Paige Grofe
Corrections Assistant Chief Deputy Randolph Doyer
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes
Purchasing Agent/Director Randy Barker
Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Tim Ryle

No action was taken on this item.

 
 
18.
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 addressed the Court.  
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 3 to the CR 200 contract between Williamson County and O'Brien Engineering Services, LLC relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. Project: P285. Funding Source: Road Bonds.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 3 to the County Road (CR) 200 contract between Williamson County and O'Brien Engineering Services, LLC relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bond P-285.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 2 to the CR 176 at RM 2243 contract between Williamson County and WSB & Associates, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. Project: P241. Funding Source: Road Bonds.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 2 to the County Road (CR) 176 at Ranch to Market (RM) 2243 contract between Williamson County and WSB & Associates, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bond P-241.

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 Contract Amendment No 3 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Dunaway Associates L.P. and Williamson County dated March 20, 2018 for Structural and Civil Karst Mitigation Relating to the Cave at Cambria Drive, Round Rock, Texas for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 3 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Dunaway Associates, L.P. and Williamson County dated March 20, 2018 for Structural and Civil Karst Mitigation Relating to the Cave at Cambria Drive, Round Rock, Texas 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:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Steve Shi and Yan Zhang for ROW needed on CR 200, parcel 3. Funding Source: Road Bonds P285
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Steve Shi and Yan Zhang for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 200 (Parcel 3) to be funded by Road Bond P-285.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreement Regarding Option To Purchase Waterline Easement with Jessica Nicol Buckler and Joseph Leonard Buckler for easement interests needed on the CR 111 project, parcel 30. Funding Source - Road Bonds P249
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve an Agreement Regarding Option To Purchase Waterline Easement with Jessica Nicol Buckler and Joseph Leonard Buckler for easement interests needed on the County Road (CR) 111 Project (Parcel 30) 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:
 
24.
Discuss, consider, and take any appropriate action designating Tuesdays of each month during Fiscal Year 2019 as the Regular Term or Regular Meeting day of the week of the Williamson County Commissioners Court and all other meetings or sessions of Commissioners Court being Special Terms or Special Meetings; with such meetings being held in the Williamson County Commissioners Courtroom on the second floor of Williamson County Courthouse, 710 Main Street, Georgetown, Texas (unless otherwise amended or provided by the Williamson County Commissioners Court) [Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 81.005]. 
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To designate Tuesdays of each month during Fiscal Year (FY) 2018-2019 as the Regular Term or Regular Meeting day of the week of the Williamson County Commissioners' Court and all other meetings or sessions of Commissioners' Court being Special Terms or Special Meetings; with such meetings being held in the Williamson County Commissioners' Courtroom on the second floor of Williamson County Courthouse, 710 Main Street, Georgetown, Texas (unless otherwise amended or provided by the Williamson County Commissioners' Court) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 81.005.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Counsel Contingent Fee Contract to engage Watts Guerra LLP; The Gallagher Law Firm, LLP; Fibich, Leebron, Copeland, Briggs; Jay R. Aldis; and the Law Offices of Edmond Moreland for the representation and prosecution of a lawsuit arising under the laws of the State of Texas against various pharmaceutical companies and/or distributors that design, manufacture, promote, market, distribute, and/or sell prescription opioid drugs, and those acting in concert with them; exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4); and authorize the presiding officer of the Williamson County Commissioners Court to execute all documents necessary for such engagement and representation.
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This item was moved to Executive Session where no action was taken. After reconvening from Executive Session, the Court took action on this item.
 

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

Motion: To engage a Counsel Contingent Fee Contract with Watts Guerra, LLP, The Gallagher Law Firm, LLP; Fibich, Leebron, Copeland, Briggs; Jay R. Aldis; and the Law Offices of Edmond Moreland for the representation and prosecution of a lawsuit arising under the laws of the State of Texas against various pharmaceutical companies and/or distributors that design, manufacture, promote, market, distribute, and/or sell prescription opioid drugs, and those acting in concert with them; exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(4) and to authorize the presiding officer of the Williamson County Commissioners' Court to execute all documents necessary for such engagement and representation.

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 approving public services funding agreements as per the FY'19 adopted budget approved by Commissioners Court on August 28, 2018.
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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 the public services funding agreements as per the Fiscal Year (FY) 2018-2019 adopted budget approved by Commissioners' Court on August 28, 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:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Resolution Authorizing County Grant in relation to the Texas Department of Agriculture Texans Feeding Texans: Home Delivered Meal Grant Program.
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Budget Analyst Jennier Templeton addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Resolution authorizing a county grant in relation to the Texas Department of Agriculture Texans Feeding Texans: Home Delivered Meal Grant 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:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action for approval of the 2019 Family Eldercare Contract
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the Contract In the Public Interest between Williamson County, Texas and Family Eldercare for Fiscal Year (FY) 2018-2019 to support guardianships and financial counseling services for County Court at Law 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:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on cancellation of agreement with Associate EMS Medical Director for Tactical Medicine.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the cancellation of agreement with Associate Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Medical Director for Tactical Medicine.

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 Interlocal Agreement for mobile crisis services between Williamson County and Bluebonnet Trails Community Services.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the Mobile Crisis Services Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and Bluebonnet Trails Community Services with an addition of monthly meetings.

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 Standard Agreement with Local Governmental Entitity for a one-year term effective October 1, 2018 to September 30, 2019, with additional one-year automatic renewals on October 1, 2019, October 1, 2020 and October 1, 2021, for services to be provided to Williamson-Travis Counties Municipal Utility District No. 1 by the Williamson County Constable's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the Standard Agreement with Local Governmental Entitity for a one-year term beginning on October 1, 2018 and ending on September 30, 2019, with additional one-year automatic renewals on October 1, 2019, October 1, 2020 and October 1, 2021, for services to be provided to Williamson-Travis Counties Municipal Utility District No. 1 by the Williamson County Constable's Office.

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, review, and take appropriate action on the Interlocal Contract for Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) maintenance, equipment, and training between Williamson County and the Capital Area Emergency Communications District (CAECD). 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the Interlocal Contract for Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) Maintenance, Equipment, and Training between Williamson County and the Capital Area Emergency Communications District (CAECD).

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 and consider approving a request for and increase in the change fund of $100 in the County Clerk's office to $500 total.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an increase in the Change Fund for the County Clerk's Office from $100.00 to $500.00 total.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on up to three appointments to CAPCOG's Executive Committee for 2019.
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No action was taken on this item.
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Budget Policy document.
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Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig and Shefiff's Office Chief Deputy Tim Ryle addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the revisions to the Budget Policy as noted excluding Section VI. Personnel Policies (10.).

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 the Budget Order for FY18.19.
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Those who addressed the Court:
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
Sheriff's Office Cheif Deputy Tim Ryle
Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore
Senior Director of Emergency Services Chris Connealy
 

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

Motion: To approve Section VIII. County Vehicles of the Budget Order as noted with the addition of Road and Bridge Jerry Jansen, revise the wording regarding "The following list have been grandfathered..." to be reworded stating "The following list has been approved by the Commissioners' Court with further changes or revisions to be approved only by the Commissioners' Court", with a title to the section Exemption for Take Home Vehicles Out of County adding H. Vargas, W. Steffen, R. Gauvin, J. Sapien, J. Helm, J. Guinn and with the deletion of R. Doyer.

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 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the additon to Section III. Supplemental Pay (6.) On-call Pay and include Victim Assistance - Maximum of 1 position, new wording for Section VI. Purchasing - General Procedures and under Section IV. Catastrophic Event Pay, Policy (1.) Non-exempt compensation changing "forty (40) hours" to "eighty (80) hours".

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 extending the Professional Services Agreement with Ghulam M. Kahn, M.D. for Psychiatric Medical Services at the Williamson County Jail for the annual amount of $79,200.00 for the term of October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To extend the Professional Services Agreement with Ghulam M. Kahn, M.D. for Psychiatric Medical Services at the Williamson County Jail for the annual amount of $79,200.00 for a term beginning on October 1, 2018 and ending on September 30, 2019.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on extending the Professional Services Agreement with Todd C. Harris, P.C. for Dental Services at the Williamson County Jail for the annual amount of $93,500.00 for the term of October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To extend the Professional Services Agreement with Todd C. Harris, P.C. for Dental Services at the Williamson County Jail for the annual amount of $93,500.00 for a term beginning on October 1, 2018 and ending on September 30, 2019.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on extending the Professional Services Agreement with Adam Barta, M.D. for Medical Services at the Williamson County Jail for the annual amount of $90,195.60 for the term of October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To extend the Professional Services Agreement with Adam Barta, M.D. for Medical Services at the Williamson County Jail for the annual amount of $90,195.60 for a term beginning on October 1, 2018 and ending on September 30, 2019.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on ratifying purchase order 169046, approving agreement for crane services with Crocker Crane in the amount $2,780.00 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To ratifying purchase order 169046, approving an agreement for crane services with Crocker Crane in the amount $2,780.00 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:
 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving an agreement between Axon Enterprise, Inc. and Williamson County for Evidence.com Application Programming Interface, to support the operations of the District Attorney's office, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an agreement between Axon Enterprise, Inc. and Williamson County for Evidence.com Application Programming Interface to support the operations of the District Attorney's Office 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:
 
42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on extending the Williamson County Risk Policies Contract Agreement with Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool (TAC), covering the term of October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2019, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract and incorporating price changes per updated Property and Liability Contribution & Coverage Declarations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To extend the Williamson County Risk Policies Contract Agreement with Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool (TAC), for a term beginning on October 1, 2018 and ending on September 30, 2019, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract and incorporating price changes per updated Property and Liability Contribution & Coverage Declarations.

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 a Preventative Maintenance & Service Program Agreement for the Spacesaver System for Justice of the Peace Precinct No. 4 between Williamson County and Southwest Solutions Group, for the amount of $1,444.31 covering the term October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Preventative Maintenance & Service Program Agreement for the Spacesaver System for Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 between Williamson County and Southwest Solutions Group in the amount of $1,444.31 for a term beginning on October 1, 2018 and ending on September 30, 2019.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Armored Courier service contract #1605-078, for the term of October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2019, with Dunbar Armored, Inc., for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract, with the exception of pricing revisions shown per the Exhibit "A" defining "Per Month Per Location."
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the extension of Armored Courier Service Contract # 1605-078 for a term beginning on October 1, 2018 and ending on September 30, 2019, with Dunbar Armored, Inc., for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract, with the exception of pricing revisions shown per the Exhibit "A" defining "Per Month Per Location."

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 extending Custodial Services Agreement, Renewal 2, with McLemore Building Maintenance, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract, with the exception of department approved pricing changes for identified contracted items, per the attached pricing documentation, inclusion of Security Addendum, and Specification and Scope of Service, for the term of October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To extend the Custodial Services Agreement Renewal 2 with McLemore Building Maintenance, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract, with the exception of department approved pricing changes for identified contracted items, per the attached pricing documentation, inclusion of Security Addendum, and Specification and Scope of Service, for a term beginning on October 1, 2018 and ending September 30, 2019.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase and delivery of Asphalt Cement for a term of one (1) year provided by written quote(s) where no competitive bids were received, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 262.0225(d) and 262.0245 and County policy.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the purchase and delivery of Asphalt Cement for a term of one (1) year provided by written quote(s) where no competitive bids were received, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Sections 262.0225(d) and 262.0245 and County Policy.

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, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP# 1807-251, for Landscape Maintenance Services to the overall best respondent, Red & White Greenery, INC and authorizing the execution of the agreement, with initial contract period beginning October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2020.
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To award Request for Proposal (RFP) # 1807-251, for Landscape Maintenance Services to the overall best respondent, Red & White Greenery, Inc and to authorize the execution of the agreement with the initial contract period beginning on October 1, 2018 and ending on September 30, 2020.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Lakeline Blvd Right Turn Lane under IFB #1809-259.
 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Lakeline Boulevard (Blvd.) Right Turn Lane under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1809-259.

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 regarding a Resolution approving the Illinois Finance Authority Revneue Bonds (The Memory Care Foundation), Series 2018 for the benefit of The Memory Care Foundation in compliance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code (Note:  The bonds are not a liability of Williamson County).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To adopt a Resolution approving the Illinois Finance Authority Revenue Bonds (The Memory Care Foundation), Series 2018 for the benefit of The Memory Care Foundation in compliance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code (Note: The bonds are not a liability of 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:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Auditor to make any line item transfers necessary to complete the 2017-2018 budget within individual funds:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the County Auditor to make any line item transfers necessary to complete the Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018 budget within individual funds.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Auditor to transfer sufficient monies from cash ending balance of fiscal year 2017-2018 to balance the county budget for 2018-2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the County Auditor to transfer sufficient monies from the cash ending balance of Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-2018 to balance the County Budget for FY 2018-2019.

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to set spending limit for Fiscal Year 2019 per Texas Local Government Code 130.908.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve setting a 25% spending limit, except Merit Funds, for elected officials not seeking reelection or if the incumbent elected official is not renominated for the Fiscal Year 2018- 2019 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
 
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 revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional 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
 
54.
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.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable sircumstances and approve a budget amendment 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
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Sheriff's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Sheriff's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0560.001100 Full Time (F/T) Salaries $33,829.00
0100.0560.001105 Law Enforcement Salaries $206,617.00
0100.0560.002020 Retirement $14,296.00

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
 
56.
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 acknowledging additional revenues for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional revenues for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0546.0000.367404 Animal Shelter Donations $14,328.02
0546.0000.367440 Jane's Fund Donations $9,959.55
0546.0000.367441 Special Project Donations $0.00
0546.0000.367442 Play Yard Donations $1,050.00
0546.0000.367443 Heart Worm Treatment Donations $3,034.55
0546.0000.367445 SIT Team Donations $0.00
0546.0000.367150 Sale of Pet Care Products $948.27

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 4 Larry Madsen 

Motion: To approve the correction to the "Acct No." from 0546.0000.367150 to 0546.0000.370150.

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 acknowledging additional expenditures for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0546.0546.003510 Purchases for Resale $948.27
0546.0546.003670 Use of Donations $14,328.02
0546.0546.004100 Professional Services $9,959.55
0546.0546.004109 Special Needs $0.00
0546.0546.004232 Training $0.00
0546.0546.004509 Facility Enhancements $1,050.00
0546.0546.004975 Animal Medical Care $3,034.55

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
 
58.
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 Park Donations:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.367403 Park Donations $201.00

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 expenditures for Park Donations:
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0510.003670 Use of Donations $201.00

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 circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Sheriff's Office Victim's Assistance Donations:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Sheriff's Office Victim's Assistance Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.367400 Donations $100.00

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
 
61.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and aprove a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the use of Sheriff's Office Victim's Assistance Donations:
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and aprove a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the use of Sheriff's Office Victim's Assistance Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0560.003671 Victim Assistance Donations $100.00

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
 
62.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenw for the General Fund-Insurance Reimbursements.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenw for the General Fund-Insurance Reimbursements:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.364100 Insurance Reimbursements $7,482.04

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
63.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional expenditures for Constable Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional expenditures for Constable Precinct 2:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0552.004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance $7,482.04

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
64.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the General Fund.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the General Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.341206 Sheriff's Office Patrol Revenue $35,826.00
0100.0000.364100 Insurance Reimbursements $15,775.12

Aye:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Larry Madsen
 
65.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional expenditures for the County Sheriff.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional expenditures for the County Sheriff:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0560.004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance $51,601.12

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 EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:49 A.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2018.
 
66.
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
h)  Project Luna
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No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
67.
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.
u) Discuss the acquisition of Office Condominiums at 321 Ed Schmidt Boulevard, Hutto, Texas
v) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the expansion of Ronald Reagan at IH 35.
w) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
x) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
y) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
z) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Southeast Corridor.
aa) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
bb) Discuss possible sale of County-owned 7.38 acres in Breakaway Park Subdivision.
B. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential sale or lease of property owned by the County
a) Discuss County owned real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
b) Discuss wastewater easements in Berry Springs Park
c) Discuss sale of County property on Ronald Reagan Blvd.
d) Discuss possible sale of +/- 10 acres located on Chandler Road near the County Sheriff's Office Training Facility
e) Potential governmental uses for 8th Street downtown parking lot
f) Discuss possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (formerly occupied by WCCHD)
g) Discuss property usage at Longhorn Junction
C. Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman.
D. Discuss the possible placement of agricultural-related monuments at the Williamson County Exposition Center with the participation of third parties.
E. Discuss the San Gabriel River trail easements.
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
68.
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
v) Potential opioid litigation
w) Valerie Adams - EEOC Charge No. 450-2018-03807
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
69.
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. 
 
70.
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 1:50 P.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2018.
 
71.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
72.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
73.
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
v) Potential opioid litigation
w) Valerie Adams - EEOC Charge No. 450-2018-03807
No action was taken on this item. 
 
74.
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. 
 
75.
Comments from Commissioners.
Judge Gattis recognized and thanks all of the First Responders and all those who helped assit the flood victims from this past weekend.  
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 1:53 P.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2018.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 2nd day of October, 2018.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk