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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
April 23, 2019


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:34 A.M. on TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 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 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the Regular Session of Commissioners' Court held on April 16, 2019 and the Special Session - Budget Workshop Session of Commissioners' Court held on April 17, 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
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the Regular Session of the Avery Ranch Road District No. 1, Pearson Place Road District, and Northwoods Road District No. 1 of Commissioners' Court held on April 16, 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
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 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $3,490,647.03 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:
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown
Mary Ellen Kersch of Georgetown
Mohamed Kerr of Austin, Williamson County

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 – 25)
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for District Courts.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0435-004121 Expert Witness $30,000.00
To 0100-0435-004125 Transcripts $30,000.00

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
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the line item transfer for the District Clerk Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0388-0388-004550 Imaging and Microfilming $4,700.00
To 0388-0388-003010 Computer Equipment $4,700.00

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 a line item transfer for Facilities.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0509.005700 Facilities / Vehicles >$5,000 $10,867.20
To 0100.0509.001110 Facilities / Overtime $4,000.00
To 0100.0509.003005 Facilities / Office Furniture $3,000.00
To 0100.0509.004232 Facilities / Training $3,000.00
To 0100-0509-002010 Facilities / FICA $306.00
To 0100-0509-002020 Facilities / Retirement $561.20

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
 
8.
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 3 Valerie Covey 
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:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through Auction including one (1) laptop and one (1) toughbook, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through Auction including (1) laptop and (1) Toughbook 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:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, January, February and March 2019 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 3, January, February and March 2019 Monthly Reports 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:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, March 2019 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 March 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:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to appoint Commissioner Cynthia Long as Chairperson of the Radio Communications System Advisory Board, replacing Judge Bill Gravell.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To appoint Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long as Chairperson of the Radio Communications System Advisory Board, replacing Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

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
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to accept a donation of a hog trap for the Sheriff's Office from Edward Matyas.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the acceptance of a hog trap donation for the Sheriff's Office from Edward Matyas.

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
 
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of a Sprinter Passenger Van from Freightliner of Austin in the amount of $54,899.00, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #521-16, to support the operations of the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the purchase of a Sprinter Passenger Van from Freightliner of Austin in the amount of $54,899.00, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract # 521-16, to support the operations of the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.

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 regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Cornerstone Site Services (security/traffic control in Williamson County).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To acknowledge receipt and approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Cornerstone Site Services (security/traffic control 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:
 
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Williamson County and Celebrino Events, LLC to secure a venue for the Williamson County Tax Office Corporate Retreat in the amount of $800, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the agreement between Williamson County and Celebrino Events, LLC to secure a venue for the Williamson County Tax Office Corporate Retreat in the amount of $800.00 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:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the annual maintenance renewal of Cisco Flex with Presidio Network Solutions Group per the terms of the DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-4167 to support the operations of ITS.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the annual maintenance renewal of Cisco Flex with Presidio Network Solutions Group per the terms of the Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-TSO-4167 to support the operations of Information Technology Services (ITS).

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 regarding notice of contract termination with Heartland Food Group to provide concessions for the Williamson County Expo Center.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve issuing a Notice of Contract Termination with Heartland Food Group to provide concessions for the Williamson County Exposition (Expo) 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:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Limestone Terrace and Quarry Rim Drive Reconstruction - Sonterra Commercial Subdivision under IFB #1904-311.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Limestone Terrace and Quarry Rim Drive Reconstruction - Sonterra Commercial Subdivision under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1904-311.

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 Bluebonnet Drive Reconstruction in Chandler Creek Subdivision under IFB #1904-312.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Bluebonnet Drive Reconstruction in Chandler Creek Subdivision under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1904-312.

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 authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for EMS Medical Supplies under IFB #1904-313.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) medical supplies under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1904-313.

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 awarding IFB #1903-304 Hydrated Lime Slurry to the lowest responsive bidder, Austin White Lime Company.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To awarding Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 1903-304 Hydrated Lime Slurry to the lowest responsive bidder, Austin White Lime Company.

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 Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 3 under Williamson County Contract between Cobb Fendley & Associates Inc and Williamson County dated February 10, 2015 for On Call Utility Coordination and Relocation Services for Road and Bridge.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 3 under Williamson County contract between Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 10, 2015 for On-Call Utility Coordination and Relocation Services for Road and Bridge.

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, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 4 in the amount of $10,000.00 to expire March 31, 2020 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 6, 2018 for Engineering Design Services for Finalizing Culvert Work on S CR 363, S CR 482, S CR 322 and S CR 323 for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 4 in the amount of $10,000.00 to expire March 31, 2020 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 6, 2018 for Engineering Design Services for Finalizing Culvert Work on South (S) County Road (CR) 363, S CR 482, S CR 322 and S CR 323 for Williamson County Road and Bridge.

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 approving the rental of a temporary boiler unit with HVAC RNTL in the amount of $10,700.00 (month one) / $4,200.00 (each additional month) to support the operations of the Williamson County Jail and exempting this emergency rental from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024.(a)(3).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the rental of a temporary boiler unit with Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) rental (RNTL) in the amount of $10,700.00 (month one) / $4,200.00 (each additional month) to support the operations of the Williamson County Jail and exempting this emergency rental from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption Section 262.024(a)(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:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
26.
Hear presentation and have discussion regarding the Williamson County Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF).
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Those who addressed the Court:
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
President of Texas Essential Healthcare Partnerships Don Lee
Adelanto Health Care Ventures-Williamson County Local Provider Participation Fund Hospital Team Lead Annie Daskovsky

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming April 29 - May 3, 2019 as AIR QUALITY AWARENESS WEEK in Williamson County.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To proclaim April 29 - May 3, 2019 as Air Quality Awareness Week 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:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on presentation of "Driven to Deliver - 2018 Annual Report & Financial Statements" by Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA).
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Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority Executive Director Mike Heiligenstein and Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority Chairman Ray Wilkerson address the Court.

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
29.
Hear an update on Williamson County's Million Mile Month efforts and progress.
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Director of Benefits Administration Shelley Loughrey and Public Affairs Manager Connie Odom addressed the Court.

No action was taken on this item.
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of fifty-one (51) toughbooks from GTS Technologies in the amount of $217,580.56 pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-4025, to support the operations of the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.
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Senior Director of Technology Services Jay Schade addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of (51) Toughbooks from GTS Technologies in the amount of $217,580.56 pursuant to Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-TSO-4025, to support the operations of the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.

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:
 
31.
Discuss and take appropriate action on the proposed Community Development Block Grant program priorities for FY2019-2023.
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Community Developement Administrator Sally Bardwell addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the proposed Community Development Block Grant program priorities for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2023.

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.
Consider approving request to issue a call for projects that will utilized Community Development Block Grant funds for the FY19 funding cycle.
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Community Developement Administrator Sally Bardwell addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a request to issue a call for projects that will utilize Community Development Block Grant funds for the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 (FY19) funding cycle.

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 order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. 
 

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 revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.333220 Payments from Other Entities $600.00

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
 
34.
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 the Mobile Outreach Team.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. 
 

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 the Mobile Outreach Team:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0341.001920 Medical School Stipend $473.64
0100.0341.002010 FICA $36.24
0100.0341.002020 Retirement $66.48
0100.0341.002050 Workers' Compensation $23.64

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
 
35.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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No action was taken on this item.
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Paloma Lake Municipal Utility District No. 1 and Paloma Lake Municipal Utility District No. 2 for right of way needed on the CR 110 Middle project (Parcel 1M Part 6). Funding Source: Road Bonds P261
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Paloma Lake Municipal Utility District No. 1 and Paloma Lake Municipal Utility District No. 2 for the right-of-way needed on the County Road (CR) 110 Middle Project (Parcel 1M Part 6) to be funded by Road Bond P-261.

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 Cost Participation Agreement with Morris Corners Collection, LTD. regarding the design and re-construction of the intersection of DB Wood and SH 29.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a Cost Participation Agreement with Morris Corners Collection, LTD. regarding the design and re-construction of the intersection of DB Wood and State Highway (SH) 29.

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 a Resolution for an Advance Funding Agreement with TXDOT regarding RM 2243 from 183A to IH-35.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a resolution for an Advance Funding Agreement with Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) regarding Ranch to Market (RM) 2243 from 183A to Interstate Highway 35 (IH-35).

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 a Local Transportation Project Advance Funding Agreement with TXDOT regarding design and environmental clearance for the RM 2243 from 183A to IH-35 Project.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a Local Transportation Project Advance Funding Agreement with Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) regarding design and environmental clearance for the Ranch to Market (RM) 2243 from 183A to Interstate Highway 35 (IH-35) 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:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:06 A.M. ON TUESDAY, ARPIL 23, 2019.
 
40.
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 SW 183 and SH 29 Loop. 
b) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 176 at RM 2243
c) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 101
d) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 200
e) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
f) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Seward Junction SE and SW Loop. 
g) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 29 @ DB Wood.
h) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Hairy Man Rd. 
i) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW Bypass.
j) Discuss Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.
k) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 111.
l) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
m) Discuss the acquisition of drainage easements on the Forest North Drainage Project. 
n) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the expansion of Ronald Reagan at IH 35.
o) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
p) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
q) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
r)  Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Southeast Corridor.
s)  Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
t) 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 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. 
 
41.
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. 
 
42.
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. Bill Gravell, Jr., Williamson County Judge, and Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey and Russ Boles, 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 in Executive Session. 
 
43.
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 12:22 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 2019.
 
44.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
45.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
46.
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-CV; Dee Hobbs, Williamson County Attorney v. Bill Gravell, Jr., Williamson County Judge, and Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey and Russ Boles, 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.
 
47.
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.
 
48.
Comments from Commissioners.
Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. stated that it is his intent to cancel Commissioner's Court on Tuesday, July 2, 2019.  This will be put on the Agenda in the future for a vote.  He stated that the Poppy Fest will be held this weekend and starting Friday, April 26, 2019 at 6:00 A.M. the roads and connectivity of roads for the Courthouse Complex will be closed. He asked the Elected Officials, Senior Department Heads and/or Appointed Officials who work in the Historic Courthouse to afford their employees the opportunity to work remotely.

No action was taken on this item.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT  12:23 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 2019.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 30th day of April, 2019.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk