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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
January 29, 2019


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:35 A.M. on TUESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2019, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Absent:
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
  • Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
  • Brad Weems, County Clerk Criminal Division Supervisor
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the January 22, 2019 meeting.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.
No action was taken on this item.
 
3.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,973,936.16 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 Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
4.
Citizen comments.
There were no comments.  No action was taken on this item.
 
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
(Items 5 – 14)
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0509.004962 Janitorial Contract Services $5,000.00
To 0100.0509.003318 Janitorial Supplies $5,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including one (1) laptop and fourteen (14) desktops, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) laptop and (14) desktops, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
7.
Discuss and consider approving the 2018 Racial Profiling Report for Pct. 3 Constable Office. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the 2018 Racial Profiling Report for Precinct 3 Constable's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss and consider approving the County Attorney's Office Racial Profile report for 2018.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the 2018 Racial Profiling Report for the County Attorney's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Anne Cano to Place 5 of the ESD #3 Board of Directors for a two-year term effective January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2020.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the appointment of Anne Cano to Place 5 of the Emergency Services Department (ESD) #3 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2019 and ending December 31, 2020.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to recognize completion of the required continuing education hours for the Williamson County Tax Assessor Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To recognize noting in the Minutes the completion of the required continuing education hours for the Williamson County Tax Assessor Collector.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Deferred Compensation Plan 457b Consultant under RFP #1901-287.
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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 proposals for Deferred Compensation Plan 457b Consultant under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 1901-287.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute an authorized use agreement with Fugitive Pieces Productions, LLC for use of the historic jail, 312 S. Main St., for filming on February 14, 2019 for a fee of $280.80. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute an Authorized User Agreement with Fugitive Pieces Productions, LLC for use of the Historic Jail, 312 South Main Street, for filming on February 14, 2019 for a fee of $280.80.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding License Agreement with The Highlands at Mayfield Ranch Master Community, Inc. and Williamson County.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a License Agreement with The Highlands at Mayfield Ranch Master Community, Inc. and Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of a Contract for Indigent Defense Services Support (RFP #1809-263) between Williamson County and Lone Star Justice Alliance and authorization of the execution of the contract.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Contract for Indigent Defense Services Support (RFP #1809-263) between Williamson County and Lone Star Justice Alliance and to authorize the execution of the contract.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a resolution recognizing Allen Bijou for his 32 years of service to Williamson County and Williamson County Juvenile Services upon retirement January 31, 2019.
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Executive Director of Juvenile Services Scott Matthew and Juvenile Academy Director Allen Bijou addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Resolution recognizing Allen Bijou for his 32 years of service to Williamson County and Williamson County Juvenile Services upon retirement January 31, 2019.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the hiring of a candidate for PCN#0058 in the District Attorney’s Office.
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District Attorney Shawn Dick and Interim Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Celmons addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an exception to the Hiring Policy for Position Control Number (PCN) 0058 to allow the District Attorney’s Office to hire the vacant position with a salary that is above the minimum of the pay grade.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the Williamson County Regional Habitat Conservation Plan (RHCP), including but not limited to receiving report from Environmental Programs Director and approving enrollment of properties participating during the 2018 calendar year (any participation received on or prior to 12/31/18) into the tax benefit financing plan for tax year 2018 and to re-enroll prior year participating properties.
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Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd.
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge a report from the Environmental Programs Director for the Williamson County Regional Habitat Conservation Plan (RHCP), and approve the enrollment of properties participating during the 2018 calendar year (any participation received on or prior to 12/31/18) into the tax benefit financing plan for tax year 2018 and to re-enroll prior year participating properties.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To acknowledge receipt and approve the Standard Agreement with Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the renewal of the education affiliation agreement between Williamson County EMS and EMTS Academy and St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center Paramedic Program Consortium.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the renewal of the education affiliation agreement between Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Emergency Management Training Services (EMTS) Academy and St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center Paramedic Program Consortium.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
20.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh invited the Public to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony:


Left Turn Lane Ronald Reagan and Santa Rita Ranch
9:00 A.M.
Thursday, February 7, 2019
Club House
175 Elizabeth Park Boulevard, Liberty Hill, Texas 78642
 
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ #1810-270 Small Project Architectural Services to the best qualified firms KGA Architecture; MWM Design Group; Talex Inc., Engineers; Steinbomer, Bramwell & Vrazel Architects; and Reliance Architecture, LLC. as recommended by the evaluation committee and authorizing execution of the corresponding professional services agreements.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To award the Request for Quotation (RFQ) # 1810-270 Small Project Architectural Services to the best qualified firms KGA Architecture; MWM Design Group; Talex Inc., Engineers; Steinbomer & Associates, Architects, Inc.; and Reliance Architecture, LLC. as recommended by the evaluation committee and to authorize the execution of the corresponding professional services agreements.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval to utilize Road and Bridge Division staff and equipment staff to set metal plates over a failed pipe culvert on West Davilla Street in Granger so the road can be reopened to traffic.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve utilizing the Road and Bridge Division staff and equipment staff to aquire and set metal plates over a failed pipe culvert on West Davilla Street in Granger so the road can be reopened to traffic.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the Utility Agreement with PEC for utility relocations on the CR 176 at RM 2243 project, a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 3. Project: P241  Funding Source: Road Bond
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Utility Agreement with Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. (PEC) for utility relocations on the County Road (CR) 176 at Ranch to Market (RM) 2243 Project, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 3 to be funded by Road Bond P-241.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute a real estate contract with Mildred Sauls for right of way needed on the Hairy Man Rd. project (Parcel N42). Funding: Road Bonds- P284
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Mildred Sauls for the right-of-way needed on the Hairy Man Road (Rd.) Project (Parcel N42) to be funded by Road Bond P-284.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute a letter agreement with Joseph and Sarah DiMaggio for a drainage easement needed on the Forest North project. Funding: Road Bonds P225
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a letter agreement with Joseph DiMaggio and Sarah DiMaggio for a drainage easement needed on the Forest North Project to be funded by Road Bond P-225.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute a First Amendment to Development Agreement by and between Williamson County and Schwertner Farms, Inc. regarding the extension of CR 305. Funding: Road Bonds P306
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a First Amendment to Development Agreement by and between Williamson County and Schwertner Farms, Inc. regarding the extension of County Road (CR) 305 to be funded by Road Bond P-306.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the County Judge to sign a resolution supporting a housing tax credit application for Sagebrush Terrace Senior Apartments.  
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on developing a sign policy for signage at Williamson County facilities and properties; to include, but not be limited to designating a member of the Commissioners Court to work with Williamson County Facilities in developing such policy.
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The Motion died for the lack of a Second.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
 

Motion: To approve developing a Sign Policy for signage at Williamson County facilities and properties; to include, but not be limited to designating a member of the Commissioners' Court to work with Williamson County Facilities in developing such policy.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:47 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2019.
 
29.
Discuss Memorandum of Agreement between Williamson County Office of Emergency Management and FEMA relating to PAWS Program Management Office (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per Gov't Code Sec. 551.076).
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
30.
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 County Facilities.
g) Discuss the acquisition of real property and easements from San Gabriel River Ranch Subdivision.
h) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 314.
i) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Seward Junction SE and SW Loop. 
j) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 29 @ DB Wood.
k) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Hairy Man Rd. 
l) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW Bypass.
m) Discuss Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.
n) Discuss the aquisition of real property for CR 111.
o) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
p) Discuss the acquisition of drainage easements on the Forest North Drainage Project. 
q) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the expansion of Ronald Reagan at IH 35.
 r) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
 s) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
 t)  Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
 u) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Southeast Corridor.
 v) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
w) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Chandler Rd. 
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 possible sale of +/- 10 acres located on Chandler Road near the County Sheriff's Office Training Facility
d) Potential governmental uses for 8th Street downtown parking lot 
e) Discuss possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (formerly occupied by WCCHD)
f) Discuss property usage at Longhorn Junction
g) Discuss sale of excess 183A right of way to abutting property owner. 
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 Williamson County Reimbursement Agreement for Construction of San Gabriel Blvd. and New Hope Road with the City of Leander and TIRZ #1
F. Discuss the First Amendment to the Development Agreement with Schwertner Farms, Inc. regarding CR 305 at IH 35. 
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No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
31.
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) Wolf Lakes
c) Flint Hill Resources-Taylor Fuel Storage Terminal on CR 366
d) Project Deliver
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No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
32.
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) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
g) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
h) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
i) Case No. 1:17-cv-00290, Rodney A. Hurdsman v. Williamson County Sheriff Deputies Pokluda et al, In The United States District Court For The Western District of Texas – Austin Division.
j) 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.
k) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
l) Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
m) 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.
n) Erik Olmeda vs. Williamson County and Keith LNU, In the County Court at Law No. 4 of Williamson County, Texas
o) Cause No. 18-0903-C425/Court of Appeals Number: 01-19-00025-CV; 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
p) Potential opioid litigation
q) Valerie Adams - EEOC Charge No. 450-2018-03807
r) Legal and contractual matters relating to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program/Local Provider Participation Program and Williamson County Charity Services.
s) Legal matters relating to Sunset Meadows Subdivision.
t) Discuss District Office Lease at the Williamson County Jester Annex for State Representative.
u) Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01114-LY, Elizabeth Saucedo and Tettus Davis v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
v) Case No. 2SC-18-0436; Billy Baskett v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office et. al; In the Small Claims Court, Precinct Two of Williamson County, Texas
w) BANGL Pipeline Project
x) Cause No. 1:18-CV-0198; Officer Mary Teague v. Williamson County, Travis County and City of Giddings, In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
33.
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. 
 
34.
Deliberate the appointment, evaluation and employment of the Senior Director of the Williamson County Human Resources Department, to include possibly conducting interviews of candidates for such position (Executive Session as per Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters: Deliberate the appointment and evaluation of public officer/department head).
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:40 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2019.
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Memorandum of Agreement between Williamson County Office of Emergency Management and FEMA relating to PAWS Program Management Office.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Memorandum of Agreement between Williamson County Office of Emergency Management and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) relating to Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) Program Management Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Confirmed PAWS should be IPAWS with General Counsel to Comissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes.
 
36.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
37.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
38.
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 proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
g) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
h) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
i) Case No. 1:17-cv-00290, Rodney A. Hurdsman v. Williamson County Sheriff Deputies Pokluda et al, In The United States District Court For The Western District of Texas – Austin Division.
j) 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.
k) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
l) Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
m) 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.
n) Erik Olmeda vs. Williamson County and Keith LNU, In the County Court at Law No. 4 of Williamson County, Texas
o) Cause No. 18-0903-C425/Court of Appeals Number: 01-19-00025; 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
p) Potential opioid litigation
q) Valerie Adams - EEOC Charge No. 450-2018-03807
r) Legal and contractual matters relating to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program/Local Provider Participation Program and Williamson County Charity Services.
s) Legal matters relating to Sunset Meadows Subdivision.
t) Discuss District Office Lease at the Williamson County Jester Annex for State Representative.
u) Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01114-LY, Elizabeth Saucedo and Tettus Davis v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
v) Case No. 2SC-18-0436; Billy Baskett v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office et. al; In the Small Claims Court, Precinct Two of Williamson County, Texas
w) BANGL Pipeline Project
x) Cause No. 1:18-CV-0198; Officer Mary Teague v. Williamson County, Travis County and City of Giddings, In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
39.
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. 
 
40.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT  11:41 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2019.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 5th day of February, 2019.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk