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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
April 2, 2019


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(
 
BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:34 A.M. on TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 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 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the March 26, 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 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,254,436.30 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

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 – 23)
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for On-Site Sewage Facilities.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for On-Site Sewage Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0661-003005 Office Furniture < $5,000 $800.00
To 0100-0661-003900 Membership Dues $800.00

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 On-Site Sewage Facilities.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for On-Site Sewage Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0661-004924 MS4 Training / Compliance $1,500.00
To 0100-0661-004212 Postage $1,500.00

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
 
7.
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 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

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:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through Auction including two (2) desktops, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through Auction including (2) desktops 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:
 
9.
Acknowledge and record that Commissioner Valerie Covey successfully completed the continuing education provisions of Article 81.0025 of the Texas Local Government Code.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To acknowledge and approve recording in the Minutes the 2018 Commissioners Education Certificate of Completion for Commissioner Valerie Covey for successfully completing the continuing education provisions of Article 81.0025 of the Texas Local Government Code.

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:
 
10.
Consider noting in the minutes acceptance of County Commissioner Continuing Education Transcript of Cynthia Long and noting successful completion of continuing education hours for 2018 as required in Section 81.0025 of the Local Government Code.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To acknowledge and approve recording in the Minutes the 2018 County Commissioner Education Continuing Education Transcript for Commissioner Cynthia Long for successfully completing the continuing education provisions of Article 81.0025 of the Texas Local Government Code.

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 appointment of a Reserve Deputy Constable for the Williamson County Precinct 2 Constable's office, with Anglia K. Stamport, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 86.012.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Juvenile Food Services under RFP #1903-307.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Juvenile Food Services under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 1903-307.

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 approving the purchase of three (3) Tahoes from Lake Country Chevrolet in the amount of $98,157.00, pursuant to GoodBuy Contract #19 8F000, to support the operations of the Williamson County Jail.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the purchase of (3) Tahoes from Lake Country Chevrolet in the amount of $98,157.00, pursuant to GoodBuy Contract # 19 8F000, to support the operations of the Williamson County Jail.

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 awarding IFB #1901-297 for BMW Motorcycles to the lowest responsive bidder, Woods Fun Center, DBA BMW Motorcycles of Austin.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1901-297 for BMW Motorcycles to the lowest responsive bidder, Woods Fun Center, Doing Business As (DBA) BMW Motorcycles of Austin.

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 to receive and approve MOU agreements between ESD #7, #10, and Williamson County pertaining to the fire code, inspections, investigations, and related matters to support operations of the Williamson County Fire Marshal's Office. MOU form previously approved on 12/18/18, agenda #60.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To acknowledge and approve Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreements between Emergency Services Department (ESD) #7, #10, and Williamson County pertaining to the fire code, inspections, investigations, and related matters to support operations of the Williamson County Fire Marshal's Office. MOU form previously approved on 12/18/18, Agenda #60.

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 on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between Kleinfelder, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 23, 2017 for On Call Geotechnical Engineering and Material Testing.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 2 under Williamson County contract between Kleinfelder, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 23, 2017 for On-Call Geotechnical Engineering and Material Testing.

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 Supplemental Work Authorization No 3 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Doucet & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 27, 2018 for Smith Branch Flood Control and Drainage Engineering Services - Williamson County Juvenile Justice Center.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County contract between Doucet & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 27, 2018 for Smith Branch Flood Control and Drainage Engineering Services - Williamson County Juvenile Justice Center.

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 Contract Amendment No 1 under Williamson County Contract for Architectural and Engineering Services between Steinbomer & Associates, Architects, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 30, 2019 for Small Project Architectural Services.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 under Williamson County contract for Architectural and Engineering Services between Steinbomer & Associates, Architects, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 30, 2019 for Small Project Architectural Services.

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 Work Authorization #1 in the amount of $125,000.00 to expire on 12/31/2019 under Williamson County Contract for Architectural and Engineering Services between Talex Inc, Engineers and Williamson County dated 1/30/2019 for Jail Facility Master Plan.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $125,000.00 to expire on December 31, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Architectural and Engineering Services between Talex Inc, Engineers and Williamson County dated January 30, 2019 for Jail Facility Master Plan.

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 approval of the final plat for the Settlement Point subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the final 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:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for King Rea-Roemer subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for King Rea Roemer 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:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch South Section 5B subdivision - Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch South Section 5B subdivision - 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:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch South Section 7B subdivision - Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch South Section 7B subdivision - 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:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the proclamation for Williamson County Emergency Services proclaiming April 2, 2019 as the beginning of April Pools Day in Williamson County.
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Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein and Collins Hope Executive Director Jessica Brown addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the proclamation for Williamson County Emergency Services proclaiming April 2, 2019 as the beginning of April Pools Day in Williamson County.

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:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on resolution proclaiming the month of April 2019 as National County Government Month in Williamson County, Texas.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a resolution proclaiming the month of April 2019 as National County Government Month in Williamson County, Texas.

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:
 
26.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a resolution highlighting Williamson County government's history of transparency and recommitting the Williamson County Commissioners Court to upholding the spirit of the Open Meetings Act.
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General Counsel to Commissioners' Court addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a resolution highlighting Williamson County government's history of transparency and recommitting the Williamson County Commissioners' Court to upholding the spirit of the Open Meetings Act.

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:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing K.C. Bumpas of Round Rock and Cathy Hord of Jarrell to the Williamson County Child Welfare Board.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To appoint K.C. Bumpas of Round Rock and Cathy Hord of Jarrell to the Williamson County Child Welfare Board for a three-year term beginning October 2019 and ending September 2022.

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 an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenue for a Sheriff’s Office donation.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
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 a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenue for a Sheriff’s Office donation:

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

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
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for a Sheriff’s Office donation.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
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 a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for a Sheriff’s Office donation:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0560.003670 Use of Donations $100.00

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
 
30.
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 for EMS Donations.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
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 a budget amendment for an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Donation:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.367401 EMS Donations $25.00


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
 
31.
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 the use of EMS Donations.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
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 a budget amendment to acknowledge the use of an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Donation:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0540.003670 Use of Donations $25.00

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
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Pricing Proposal between Williamson County and Siddon-Martins Emergency Group LLC to purchase four (4) Ford F-450 Type 1 Ambulances in the amount of $972,696.00, per HGAC Contract #AM10-18, and authorizing the purchase.
 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the pricing proposal between Williamson County and Siddon-Martins Emergency Group, LLC to purchase (4) Ford F-450 Type 1 Ambulances in the amount of $972,696.00 per Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) Contract # AM10-18 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:
 
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Austin regarding the Regional Information Sharing for Emergency Response (RISER) Project.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Austin regarding the Regional Information Sharing for Emergency Response (RISER) 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:
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an agreement with Charter Communications Operating, LLC (Spectrum) for cable internet service at the EMS station at 1501 Cottonwood Creek Trl.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an agreement with Charter Communications Operating, LLC (Spectrum) for cable internet service at the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) station at 1501 Cottonwood Creek Trail (Trl).

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:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on River Ranch County Park Phase I development Change Order # 2 from Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc., in the amount of $91,115.00.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 2 for the River Ranch County Park Phase I development from Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. in the amount of $91,115.00

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:
 
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a lease agreement between Pitney Bowes, Inc. and Williamson County for postage equipment/services in the amount of $423.48 per month for 60 months, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #576-18, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a lease agreement between Pitney Bowes, Inc. and Williamson County for postage equipment/services in the amount of $423.48 per month for 60 months, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract # 576-18 and to authorize the execution of the agreement.

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.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh invited the Court and the Public to attend:

Groundbreaking for County Road (CR) 110 Middle Lane
11:00 A.M.
Thursday, March 4, 2019
Intersection of CR 110 and Toscana Trace

Ribbon Cutting for CR 119 
9:30 A.M.
Friday, April 5, 2019
CR 119 and Limmer Loop


 
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Services Contract between Williamson County and Texas Patcher LLC to provide Repair Services for a Liquid Asphalt Tank in the amount of $4,952.00 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the Services Contract between Williamson County and Texas Patcher, LLC to provide repair services for Taylor Liquid Asphalt Tank Serial # 70690 in the amount of $4,952.00 and to authorize the execution of the agreement.

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 Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $80,000.00 to expire March 31, 2020 under Williamson County Contract for Architectural and Engineering Services between Steinbomer & Associates, Architects, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 30, 2019 for Justice Center Court Room Renovation.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $80,000.00 to expire March 31, 2020 under Williamson County Contract for Architectural and Engineering Services between Steinbomer & Associates, Architects, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 30, 2019 for Justice Center Court Room Renovation.

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 a real estate contract with Jorge L. Gonzalez for right of way needed on the Hairy Man Rd. project (Parcel S6). Funding: Road Bonds P284
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Jorge L. Gonzalez for the right-of-way needed on the Hairy Man Road ( Rd.) Project (Parcel S6) to be funded by Road Bond P-284.

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 approving the Services Contract between Williamson County and Mtech Comfort Systems USA per the terms of TIPS Contract #180205 to replace a chiller at the Cedar Park Annex and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Senior Director of Facilites Management and Planning Dale Butler addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Services Contract between Williamson County and Mtech Comfort Systems USA per the terms of The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Contract # 180205 to replace a chiller at the Cedar Park Annex and to authorize the execution of the agreement.

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 authorizing the Services Contract for Fire Alarm Monitoring with Johnson Controls, Inc., pursuant to TIPS Cooperative Contract #18020401 with services defined in contract list summary for an annual amount of $6,586.30 with services through 2/29/20.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the Services Contract for Fire Alarm Monitoring with Johnson Controls, Inc., pursuant to The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Cooperative Contract # 18020401 with services defined in contract list summary for an annual amount of $6,586.30 with services through 2/29/20.

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 EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:04 A.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 2019.
 
43.
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 acquisition 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. 
y) Discuss the acquisition of property adjacent to River Ranch Park. 
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 possible sale of +/- 10 acres located on Chandler Road near the County Sheriff's Office Training Facility
c) Potential governmental uses for 8th Street downtown parking lot 
d) Discuss possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (formerly occupied by WCCHD)
e) Discuss property usage at Longhorn Junction
f) Discuss sale of excess 183A right of way to abutting property owner. 
g) 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
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No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
44.
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
g) Project Expansion
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No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
45.
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) 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.
i) 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.
j) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
k) Employment law claims of Michelle Williams and/or Andrenia McGowen.
l) 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.
m) Erik Olmeda vs. Williamson County and Keith LNU, In the County Court at Law No. 4 of Williamson County, Texas
n) 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
o) Potential opioid litigation
p) Valerie Adams - EEOC Charge No. 450-2018-03807
q) Legal and contractual matters relating to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program/Local Provider Participation Program and Williamson County Charity Services.
r) Legal matters relating to Sunset Meadows Subdivision.
s) Discuss District Office Lease at the Williamson County Jester Annex for State Representative.
t) 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.
u) 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
v) BANGL Pipeline Project
w) 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
x) Case No. 1:19-cv-00200-APM; Mahal Netis v. Sunwest Mortgage Company et. al; In the United States District Court for the District of Columbia
y) Claim of Dan A. Gattis for reimbursement of attorneys fees.
z) Property damage claim of Anthony Garcia and Victoria Garcia (Sunset Meadows Subdivision).
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
46.
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. 
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:58 A.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 2019.
 
47.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.  
 
48.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.  
 
49.
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) 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.
i) 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.
j) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
k) Employment law claims of Michelle Williams and/or Andrenia McGowen.
l) 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.
m) Erik Olmeda vs. Williamson County and Keith LNU, In the County Court at Law No. 4 of Williamson County, Texas
n) 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
o) Potential opioid litigation
p) Valerie Adams - EEOC Charge No. 450-2018-03807
q) Legal and contractual matters relating to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program/Local Provider Participation Program and Williamson County Charity Services.
r) Legal matters relating to Sunset Meadows Subdivision.
s) Discuss District Office Lease at the Williamson County Jester Annex for State Representative.
t) 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.
u) Case No. 19-0466-CC1; Billy Baskett v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office et. al; In the County Court at Law No. 1 of Williamson County, Texas.
v) BANGL Pipeline Project
w) 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
x) Case No. 1:19-cv-00200-APM; Mahal Netis v. Sunwest Mortgage Company et. al; In the United States District Court for the District of Columbia
y) Claim of Dan A. Gattis for reimbursement of attorneys fees.
z) Property damage claim of Anthony Garcia and Victoria Garcia (Sunset Meadows Subdivision).
No action was taken on this item.  
 
50.
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.  
 
51.
Comments from Commissioners.
Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. thanked Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein and his staff for teaching CPR to our County employees. 

Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. gave a compliment to Public Affairs Manager Connie Odom and Interim Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons for taking the lead for the Million Mile Month Challenge that has close to 600 employees and family members signed up to walk/exercise for the month of April. Within the last 24 hours Williamson County walked for 17,368 minutes burning 92,840 calories for a total of 1,183.6 miles. 

Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. wanted to challenge the members of Commissioners' Court to not take lunch appointments to allow 30 minutes to eat and 30 minutes to walk.  He would like the member of the Court with the lowest performance to provide an omelette bar for everyone who attends Court on Tuesday, May 1, 2019.  No action was taken on this item.

Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. thanked the employees of Williamson County for stepping up to the challenge, for caring for themselves and others.  He is looking forward to the exciting days ahead.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT  11:59 A.M. ON TUESDAY, April 2, 2019.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 9th day of April, 2019.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk