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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
February 19, 2019


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:32 A.M. on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 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 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, 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 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the February 12, 2019 meeting.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
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 $5,461,233.15 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 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
4.
Citizen comments.
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Williamson County Historical Commission Secretary Rachel Arnold

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 – 24)
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Commissioner, Precinct #3.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Commissioner Precinct 3:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non-Departmental / Contingencies $1,500.00
To 0100-0213-003005 Commissioner Precinct 3 / Furniture $1,026.00
To 0100-0213-004210 Commissioner Precinct 3 / Internet $237.00
To 0100-0213-004211 Commissioner Precinct 3 / Telephone $237.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
View Agenda Item
This item was moved to the Regular Agenda where the following addressed the Court: 
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley 
Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Tim Ryle 

 
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the County Sheriff for a temporary position not to exceed 130 days:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0570.004100 Professional Services $49,049.71
To 0100.0570.001107 Temporary Salaries $40,906.25
To 0100.0570.001110 Overtime $13.13
To 0100.0570.002020 FICA $3,130.33
To 0100.0570.003101 Educational Supplement / Materials $5,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Commissioner Precinct #4.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Commissioner Precinct 4:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0214-004231 Commissioner Precinct 4 / Travel $718.85
To 0100-0214-001109 Commissioner Precinct 4 / Cell Phone Stipend $590.77
To 0100-0214-002010 Commissioner Precinct 4 / FICA $45.19
To 0100-0214-002020 Commissioner Precinct 4 / Retirement $82.89

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0509.005700 Vehicles >$5,000 $17,500.00
To 0100.0509.004541 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair $17,500.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
9.
Discuss and take appropriate action for additional $100.00 cash drawer for District Clerk's Office with prior approval of Internal Auditors.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an additional $100.00 cash drawer for the District Clerk's Office with prior approval from the Internal Auditors.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of January 2019 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve property tax collections for the month of January 2019 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of January 2019 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of January 2019 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through Auction including nine (9) desktops and one (1) 2007 Chevrolet Malibu, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through Auction including (9) desktops and (1) 2007 Chevrolet Malibu, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through Transfer including one (1) laptop, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Racial Profiling Report for Williamson County Constable Precinct Two.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Racial Profiling Report for Williamson County Constable Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, January 2019 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 4, January 2019 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure Section 103.005.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Electronic Patient Care Reporting Services under RFP #1902-296.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Electronic Patient Care Reporting Services under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 1902-296.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed statement of qualifications for Professional Services Engineer for FM 3349 at US 79 under RFQ #1902-295.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed statement of qualifications for Professional Services Engineer for Farm to Market (FM) 3349 at United States (US) 79 under Request for Quote (RFQ) # 1902-295.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Hydrated Lime Slurry under IFB #1902-293.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Hydrated Lime Slurry under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1902-293.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for CR 314 Widening at Jarrell ISD Elementary School under IFB #1902-294.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for County Road (CR) 314 Widening at Jarrell Independent School District (ISD) Elementary School under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1902-294.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Price Estimate #8107, between Farrwest and Williamson County for Rigaku equipment in the amount of $63,439.50, pursuant to HGAC Contract #EP 11-17, and authorizing the purchase.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve price estimate # 8107, between Farrwest and Williamson County for Rigaku equipment in the amount of $63,439.50, pursuant to Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) Contract # EP 11-17 and to authorize the purchase.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 6, 2018 for Engineering Design Services for the Reconstruction of Limestone Terrace and Quarry Rim Dr., Construction of a Right Turn Lane at SH 29 and N CR 366, and N CR 366 Overlay.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 6, 2018 for Engineering Design Services for the reconstruction of Limestone Terrace and Quarry Rim Drive (Dr.), construction of a right turn lane at State Highway (SH) 29 and North (N) County Road (CR) 366, and N CR 366 overlay.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of one (1) 2019 TRAN 250 CARGO VAN in the amount of $30,863.00 pursuant to Tarrant County CO-OP Contract #2019-041.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the purchase of (1) 2019 TRAN 250 Cargo Van in the amount of $30,863.00 pursuant to Tarrant County Co-operative (CO-OP) Contract # 2019-041.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning the cancellation of Commissioners Court on March 12, 2019.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To cancel Commissioners' Court on March 12, 2019.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the balance remaining to be allocated in the 2013 Road Bond Program and hear presentation from Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley and Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action setting a date and procedure for appointment of a Williamson County Citizen’s Bond Committee.
View Agenda Item
No action was taken on this item.
 
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.  
View Agenda Item
Herman and Kittle Property, Inc. Representative for Structure Development Sarah Andre addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to sign a Resolution supporting a housing tax credit application for Sagebrush Terrace Senior Apartments for ages 55 and above.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on resolution in support of the City of Cedar Park's Bell Boulevard Realignment Project.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Resolution in support of the City of Cedar Park's Bell Boulevard Realignment Project.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for the Criminal Justice Division General Victim Assistance Program grant.
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Sheriff'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 authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for the Criminal Justice Division General Victim Assistance Program grant.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for the Homeland Security Grants Division's State Homeland Security Program grant.
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Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Tim Ryle addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for the Homeland Security Grants Division's State Homeland Security Program grant.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Nay:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for funding for ballistic helmets through the Criminal Justice Division Program grant with the Office of the Governor.
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Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Tim Ryle addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for funding for ballistic helmets through the Criminal Justice Division Program grant with the Office of the Governor.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for funding for the Cold Case Task Force and Coalition Project through the Criminal Justice Division Program grant with the Office of the Governor.
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Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Tim Ryle addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for funding for the Cold Case Task Force and Coalition Project through the Criminal Justice Division Program grant with the Office of the Governor. Employee(s) hired are temporary grant funded position(s).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
33.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh invited the Court and Public to attend a ground breaking ceremony:


Expansion of North Mays
11:00 A.M.
Monday, February 25, 2019
Round Rock Police Training Center
2701 North Mays Street, 
Round Rock, Texas
 
34.
Receive and acknowledge the February 2019 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation for the Road Bond Program.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $2,000,000 from SH 130 Frontage Rd Ph 3 (P302) to FM 3349 at US 79 Interchange (P332).
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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 a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to move $2,000,000.00 from State Highway (SH) 130 Frontage Road (Rd) Phase (Ph) 3 (P-302) to Farm to Market (FM) 3349 at United States (US) 79 Interchange (P-332).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Corridor H (Sam Bass Road) contract between Williamson County and K Friese & Associates, Inc. relating to the LTP Corridor Program. Project: P462. Funding Source: LTP Corridor.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Corridor H (Sam Bass Road) contract between Williamson County and K Friese & Associates, Inc. relating to the Long Term Transportation Plan (LTP) Corridor Program to be funded by LTP Corridor P-462.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a proposed variance to the County's OSSF Order.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a proposed variance to the County's On-Site Sewage Facilities (OSSF) Order.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Agreement No. 12 to Agreement for Architectural and Engineering Services between Williamson County and BLGY, Inc. for additional professional architectural and engineering services in connection with the Williamson County North Campus Project.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Agreement No. 12 to Agreement for Architectural and Engineering Services between Williamson County and BLGY, Inc. for additional professional architectural and engineering services in connection with the Williamson County North Campus Project.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the DF Enterprises subdivision - Precinct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the DF Enterprises subdivision - Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Settlement Point subdivision - Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Settlement Point subdivision - Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Paloma Lake North Red Bud Lane Phase 3 subdivision - Precinct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Paloma Lake North Red Bud Lane Phase (Ph) 3 subdivision - Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Be Theon East Partnership No. 2, LTD. for right of way needed for the construction of the Reagan @ IH 35 bridge. Funding Source: Long Range Transportation P457
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Be Theon East Partnership No. 2, LTD. for the right-of-way needed for the construction of the Reagan at Interstate Highway (IH) 35 bridge to be funded by Long Range Transportation P-457.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Possession & Use Agreement with First Baptist Church for right of way needed on the SH 29 @ DB Woods project (Parcel 5). Funding Source: Road Bonds P237
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Possession & Use Agreement with First Baptist Church for the right-of-way needed on the State Highway (SH) 29 @ DB Woods Project (Parcel 5) to be funded by Road Bond P-237.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
44.
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 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve 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 $809.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
45.
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.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

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 $809.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the creation and approval of the County Board of Appeals for fire code enforcement.
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Senior Director of Emergency Services Chris Coneally addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the creation of the County Board of Appeals for fire code enforcement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:59 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2019.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:00 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2019.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:00 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2019.
 
47.
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. 
x) Discuss the acquisition of property near the County landfill. 
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.
f) Discuss property usage at Longhorn Junction
g) Discuss sale of excess 183A right of way to abutting property owner. 
h) Discuss the sale of excess ROW at San Gabriel Parkway and Mel Mathis Ave. 
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
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
48.
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
e) Project Advantage
f) Project Cedar
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
49.
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 and/or Andrenia McGowen.
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. 
 
50.
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. 
 
51.
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 12:51 P.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2019.
 
52.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
53.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
54.
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 and/or Andrenia McGowen.
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. 
 
55.
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. 
 
56.
Comments from Commissioners.
Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. wished Commissioner Terry Cook a "Happy Birthday". 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:51 P.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2019.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 26th day of February, 2019.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk