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


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:35 A.M. on TUESDAY, JULY 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 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the July 16, 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.
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 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $3,835,125.42 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:
 
3.
Citizen comments.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Kim Goodman of Round Rock

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 4 – 26)
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Elections Office.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Elections Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0492-004100 Professional Services $1,850.00
To 0100-0492-004620 Furniture / Equipment Rental $1,850.00

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
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action concerning a Line Item Transfer for Fleet Services.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve line Item transfers for Fleet Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0882.0882.003301 Gasoline $15,000.00
To 0882.0882.003524 Sublet $15,000.00
From 0882.0882.003301 Gasoline $10,000.00
To 0882.0882.003522 Batteries $10,000.00

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 concerning a Line Item Transfer for Fleet Services.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Fleet Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0882.0882.003301 Gasoline $12,256.49
To 0882.0882.004510 Facility Maintenance & Repair $12,256.49

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 authorizing the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Trade-In including five (5) Ford F-450 trucks and five (5) Wheeled Coach Ambulance Modules, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Trade-In including (5) Ford F-450 trucks and (5) Wheeled Coach ambulance modules, 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:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through Auction including one (1) Dell desktop and two (2) Dell laptop computers, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through Auction including (1) Dell desktop and (2) Dell laptop computers, 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.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 07/17/19 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru July 17, 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:
 
10.
 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 1 Terry Cook 

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:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the filing of the FY20-21 Community Supervision and Corrections Department (Adult Probation) biennial budgets.
View Agenda Item
This item was moved to the Regular Agenda where Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) Director Steve Morrison addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the filing of the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 (FY20-21) Community Supervision and Corrections Department (Adult Probation) biennial budgets.

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 Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for O'Connor Drive Traffic Signals per IFB 1907-333.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for O'Connor Drive Traffic Signals per Invitation for Bid (IFB) 1907-333.

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 awarding RFQ 1902-295 Professional Services Engineer- FM 3349 at US 79 Interchange, to HDR Engineering, Inc., and authorizing execution of the Engineering Services Contract.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To award Request for Quote (RFQ) 1902-295 Professional Services Engineer- Farm to Market (FM) 3349 at United States (US) 79 Interchange, to HDR Engineering, Inc. and to authorize the execution of the Engineering Services Contract.

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 a $30,000 Notice of Grant Award (NOGA) from the Texas Veterans Commission - Fund for Veterans' Assistance for Grant VTC_18_0608 for the Williamson County Veterans Treatment Court program.
View Agenda Item
This item was moved to the Regular Agenda.
 

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

Motion: To recognize a $30,000.00 Notice of Grant Award (NOGA) from the Texas Veterans Commission - Fund for Veterans' Assistance for Grant VTC_18_0608 for the Williamson County Veterans Treatment Court program.

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 a Services Contract for the Texas Veterans Commission Grant Services between Williamson County and Veritas Well-Being, PLLC.
View Agenda Item
This item was moved to the Regular Agenda.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Services Contract for the Texas Veterans Commission Grant Services between Williamson County and Veritas Well-Being, PLLC.

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 appointing Bill Lawson to the Jarrell ESD #5 open board position with the term commencing effective immediately and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To appoint Bill Lawson to the Jarrell Emergency Services Department ESD #5 open board position with the term commencing effective immediately and continuing thereafter until December 31, 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:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Lease Property at 9769 Hwy 29 W, Georgetown, Texas, 78626, for the term of July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020 with tenant Mr. Greg Boatright.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the extension of Lease Property at 9769 Highway (Hwy) 29 West, Georgetown, Texas, 78626, for a term beginning July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020 with tenant Greg Boatright.

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 extension of Williamson County Jail Food Services contract 1605-081 with Aramark Correctional Services, LLC , for the term of August 1, 2019 - July 31, 2020 for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract with the exception of an increase in the per meal price.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the extension of Williamson County Jail Food Services contract 1605-081 with Aramark Correctional Services, LLC for a term beginning August 1, 2019 and ending July 31, 2020 for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract with the exception of an increase in the per meal price.

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 approving the Services Contract between Williamson County and Mtech-Icon Comfort Systems USA to provide Cast Iron Pipe Replacement at the County Jail in the amount of $8,650.00 per the terms of BuyBoard Contract #558-18 and authorizing execution of the contract.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the Services Contract between Williamson County and Mtech-Icon Comfort Systems USA to provide Cast Iron Pipe Replacement at the County Jail in the amount of $8,650.00 per the terms of BuyBoard Contract # 558-18 and to authorize the execution of the contract.

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 approving the quote, rock clause and service agreement between T.F. Harper & Associates, LP and Williamson County for the purchase and installation of shade structures at the Animal Shelter in the amount of $23,943.82, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #512-16.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the quote, rock clause / underground utility clause and service agreement between T.F. Harper & Associates, LP and Williamson County for the purchase and installation of shade structures at the Animal Shelter in the amount of $23,943.82, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract # 512-16.

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 Work Authorization No 2 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire on December 31, 2021 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Doucet & Associates and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for Engineering Analysis of Drainage Detention for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire on December 31, 2021 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Doucet & Associates and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for Engineering Analysis of Drainage Detention 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:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 6 under Williamson County Contract between Prime Strategies Inc. and Williamson County dated May 13, 2014 for FY 2019 Road Bond Program Planning, Design and Program Management GEC (WC-0425).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 6 under Williamson County Contract between Prime Strategies, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 13, 2014 for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 Road Bond Program Planning, Design and Program Management General Engineering Consultant (GEC) (WC-0425).

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 preliminary plat for the Waterloo Ranch subdivision – Precinct 4.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Waterloo Ranch 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:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for Rancho Santa Fe Section 2 – Precinct 2.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for Rancho Santa Fe Section 2 – 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:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Siena Section 18 subdivision – Precinct 4.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Siena Section 18 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:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the approval of the final plat for the Oak Grove subdivision – Precinct 3.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Oak Grove 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:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
27.
Discuss and take appropriate action regarding resolution recognizing senior director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell.
View Agenda Item
Senior Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell and Public Affairs Manger Connie Odom addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a resolution recognizing Senior Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell and proclaim July 23, 2019 as "Randy Bell Day".

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 recognizing Chief Deputy Mike Pendley as the recipient of Deputy of the Year from Justice of the Peace and Constable Association. One deputy out of thousands around the state win this award annually and I am extremely proud of Chief Pendley who is very deserving of this award. Mike's professional interactions with constituents and County personnel have made him a great asset to Williamson County.
View Agenda Item
Constable Precinct 1 Vinnie Cherrone and Chief Deputy Mike Pendley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To recognize Chief Deputy Mike Pendley as the recipient of Deputy of the Year from Justice of the Peace and Constable Association.

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 the 2019 Williamson County Citizens Bond Committee Recommendations regarding Infrastructure and whether to call a bond election for November 5, 2019.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh
Senior Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley

 
 

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

Motion: To approve $412,000,000.00 Road and Bridge Projects from the 2019 Williamson County Citizens Bond Committee Recommendations to be placed on a bond election for November 5, 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
__________________________________________________________________________________
 

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

Motion: To adopt Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey's Countywide Park Plan to be placed on a bond election for November 5, 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:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Succession Planning funding.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve amending the Budget Order by adding language for Succession Planning as submitted with the correction of "Maximum funding of 2 weeks (80 hours, five 8-hour days per week) for shadowing/training prior to current full time employees (FTEs) departure".

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, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional revenues for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0546.0000.367404 Animal Shelter Donations $38,200.62
0546.0000.367440 Jane's Fund Donations $26,248.02
0546.0000.367443 Heart Worm Treatment Donations $2,089.82
0546.0000.367445 SIT Team Donations $10,105.00
0546.0000.370150 Sales of Pet Care Products $558.46

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 an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0546.0546.002050 Workers' Compensation $1,267.99
0546.0546.003670 Use of Donation $36,932.63
0546.0546.003510 Purchases for Resale $558.46
0546.0546.004100 Professional Services $26,248.02
0546.0546.004232 Training $10,105.00
0546.0546.004975 Animal Medical Care $2,089.82

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
 
33.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
View Agenda Item
No action was taken on this item.
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $520,000.00 to expire on December 31, 2021 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Doucet & Associates dated July 16,2019 for Smith Branch Flood Control Near Juvenile Justice Center for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $520,000.00 to expire on December 31, 2021 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Doucet & Associates dated July 16, 2019 for Smith Branch Flood Control Near Juvenile Justice Center 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:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District Regarding Hairy Man Road Improvements and the Hairy Man Road and Great Oaks at Brushy Creek Project.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District regarding Hairy Man Road Improvements and the Hairy Man Road and Great Oaks at Brushy Creek 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:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding a TCEQ Agent Authorization Form for the Edward's Aquifer Protection Program associated with the Great Oaks at Brushy Creek Project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 1.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Agent Authorization Form for the Edward's Aquifer Protection Program associated with the Great Oaks at Brushy Creek Project, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 1.

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 approving a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $275,000 from 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P290) to FM 3349 at US 79 Interchange (P332).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to move $275,000.00 from 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P-290) 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:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:48 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 23, 2019.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:49 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 23, 2019.
 
EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS NOT HELD ON TUESDAY, JULY 23, 2019.
 
38.
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 N. Mays.
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. 
u) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. 
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. 
h) Discuss Blue Springs Boulevard
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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39.
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
h) Project Arcus
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40.
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) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
g) 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.
h) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
i) 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.
j) Erik Olmeda vs. Williamson County and Keith LNU, In the County Court at Law No. 4 of Williamson County, Texas
k) 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
l) Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
m) Valerie Adams - EEOC Charge No. 450-2018-03807
n) 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.
o) 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.
p) BANGL Pipeline Project
q) 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
r) 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
s) Claim of Dan A. Gattis for reimbursement of attorneys fees.
t) Property damage claim of Anthony Garcia and Victoria Garcia (Sunset Meadows Subdivision).
u) Case No. 1:19-cv-01607; Center for Biological Diversity v. David Bernhardt et al.; In the United States District Court for the District of Columbia
v) Case No. 1:19-cv-0170-LY; Anthony McMurray v. Brandy Hallford; In the United States District Court Western District of Texas
 
41.
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).
 
EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS NOT HELD ON TUESDAY, JULY 23, 2019.
 
42.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
43.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
44.
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) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
g) 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.
h) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
i) 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.
j) Erik Olmeda vs. Williamson County and Keith LNU, In the County Court at Law No. 4 of Williamson County, Texas
k) 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
l) Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
m) Valerie Adams - EEOC Charge No. 450-2018-03807
n) 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.
o) 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.
p) BANGL Pipeline Project
q) 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
r) 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
s) Claim of Dan A. Gattis for reimbursement of attorneys fees.
t) Property damage claim of Anthony Garcia and Victoria Garcia (Sunset Meadows Subdivision).
u) Case No. 1:19-cv-01607; Center for Biological Diversity v. David Bernhardt et al.; In the United States District Court for the District of Columbia.
v) Case No. 1:19-cv-0170-LY; Anthony McMurray v. Brandy Hallford; In the United States District Court Western District of Texas.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
45.
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. 
 
46.
Comments from Commissioners.
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. invited all to attend the Home Builders Association Regional Conference in Austin on Thursday, July 25, 2019 representing the Counties of Williamson, Travis, Hays and Bastrop.  The largest provider of new homes in Central Texas is in Williamson County with Sonterra as the top provider in the last 6 months; Santa Rita Ranch and Sun City making the list as well. 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT  11:50 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 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 July, 2019.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk