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Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

 
MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
August 20, 2019


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:33 A.M. on TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 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 August 13, 2019 and the Budget Modification Voting Session August 15, 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.
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 $2,431,429.48 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
 
3.
Citizen comments.
Those who addressed the Court:
Phyllis Meckel of Austin, Williamson County
Dr. Scheherazade Perkins of Round Rock
Sharon Cummings of Round Rock
Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes
Mark Truesdell of Georgetown
Catherine Truesdell of Georgetown
Denise Gordon of Round Rock
Bonnie Garner of Georgetown
Neitha Engert of Cedar Park
Larry Ridolfi of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Wayne Gregory of Cedar Park
Kathy LaRue of Cedar Park
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Jeffery Maass of Pflugerville, Travis County
Dawn Korman of Georgetown

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 – 35 )
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Rcds Mgmt and Prsrv - Co Wide.
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Records Management and Preservation - County wide:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0390-0390-004505 Software Maintenance < $5,000 $600.00
From 0390-0390-003006 Office Equipment $500.00
From 0390-0390-003100 Office Supplies $900.00
To 0390-0390-004100 Professional Services $2,000.00

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
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Emergency Medical Services.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Medical Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-003001 Small Equipment & Tool <$5,000 $2,000.00
To 0100-0540-004231 Travel $2,000.00

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 line item transfers for Animal Services (Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter).
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Jail.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Jail:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0570.004100 Professional Services $11,253.88
To 0100.0570.001107 Temporary Labor-Seasonal Help $11,253.88

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 authorizing the disposal of various county technology assets through Auction including one (1) laptop and two (2) desktop computers, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county technology assets through Auction including (1) laptop and (2) desktop 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
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county technology assets through Inter-Departmental Transfer including fifty (50) Dell Optiplex computers, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county technology assets through Inter-Departmental Transfer including (50) Dell Optiplex 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
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Auction including one (1) Wells Cargo Tote Wagon Trailer, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Auction including (1) Wells Cargo Tote Wagon Trailer, 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
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Sale to Insurance including one (1) 2017 Ford Explorer, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Sale to Insurance including (1) 2017 Ford Explorer, 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
 
12.
To discuss and take appropriate action on noting in minutes County Clerk for County Investment Academy CE hours.
 

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

Motion: To note in the Minutes the continuing education hours for Texas Association of Counties' County Investment Academy CE hours on behalf of the County Clerk Nancy E. Rister.

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.
Approve and enter into the official minutes a resolution regarding Williamson County and it's policies and procedures related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996.
 

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

Motion: To approve a resolution regarding Williamson County and it's policies and procedures related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996.

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 authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Armored Courier Services under RFP# 1919.
 

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 proposals for Armored Courier Services under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 1919.

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
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute the General and No Litigation Certificate of Williamson County relating to the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation’s Multifamily Housing Governmental Note (Kyle Dacy Apartments) Series 2019.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the General and No Litigation Certificate of Williamson County relating to the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation’s Multifamily Housing Governmental Note (Kyle Dacy Apartments) Series 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
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the contract between Thomson Reuters and Williamson County for Westlaw Library Services in the amount of $300 per month, pursuant to DIR contract# DIR-LGL-CALIR-02, and authorizing the execution of the contract.
 

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

Motion: To approve the contract between Thomson Reuters and Williamson County for Westlaw Library Services in the amount of $300.00 per month, pursuant to Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract # DIR-LGL-CALIR-02 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:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of Knox Box equipment in the amount of $6,806.60 and exempting this purchase from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption TLGC 262.024. (7) (D).
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of Knox Box equipment in the amount of $6,806.60 and exempting this purchase from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption (TLGC) Section 262.024(7)(D).

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
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of Technimount Systems in the amount of $50,801.25, and exempting Fraizer LTD from the competitive bidding requirements, established by Discretionary Exemptions Section 262.024 (a) (7) of the Texas Local Government Code, as the sole provider for supervision services for the Williamson County EMS.
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of Technimount Systems in the amount of $50,801.25 and exempt Fraizer, LTD from the competitive bidding requirements established by Discretionary Exemptions Section 262.024(a)(7) of the Texas Local Government Code, as the sole provider for supervision services for the Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

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
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment # 3 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc and Williamson County for River Ranch Park Phase I Improvements.
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 3 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. and Williamson County for River Ranch Park Phase I Improvements.

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 Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc and Williamson County dated December 4, 2018 for Engineering Services.
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. and Williamson County dated December 4, 2018 for Engineering 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:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Services Contract between Williamson County and Callaway Roofing LLC to remove and replace the roofing at the Sheriff's Office, the EMS Building, and Garage in Taylor in the amount of $14,220.00 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Services Contract between Williamson County and Callaway Roofing, LLC to remove and replace roofing at the Sheriff's Office, the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) building, and garage in Taylor in the amount of $14,220.00 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
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with Paloma Lake Municipal Utility District No. 1 regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies.
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge receipt and approve the Standard Agreement with Paloma Lake Municipal Utility District No. 1 regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies.

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 any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with Parkside at Mayfield Ranch Municipal Utility District regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies.
 

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

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

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 a Temporary Construction Easement to the City of Liberty Hill for property owned by Williamson County along CR 200.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Temporary Construction Easement to the City of Liberty Hill for property owned by Williamson County along County Road (CR) 200.

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 Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between Freese and Nichols, Inc. and Williamson County dated April 7, 2016 for Engineering Design Services for the repair of San Gabriel Ranch Road.
 

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. 2 under Williamson County Contract between Freese and Nichols, Inc. and Williamson County dated April 7, 2016 for Engineering Design Services for the repair of San Gabriel Ranch Road.

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 Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 3 under Williamson County Contract between HDR Inc. and Williamson County dated October 8, 2015 for On Call Traffic Engineering Services.
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 3 under Williamson County Contract between HDR, Inc. and Williamson County dated October 8, 2015 for On-Call Traffic Engineering 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:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 3 under Williamson County Contract between Rodriguez Engineering Laboratories, LLC and Williamson County dated January 10, 2017 for On Call Geotechnical Engineering and Material Testing.
 

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 Rodriguez Engineering Laboratories, LLC and Williamson County dated January 10, 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:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 5 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 18, 2015 for On Call Geotechnical and Lab Testing Services.
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 5 to Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 18, 2015 for On-Call Geotechnical and Lab Testing 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:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 3 under Williamson County Contract between Alliance Transportation Group Inc. and Williamson County dated March 12, 2015 for On Call Traffic Engineering Services.
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 3 under Williamson County Contract between Alliance Transportation Group Inc. and Williamson County dated March 12, 2015 for On-Call Traffic Engineering 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:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 3 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Texas A&M Transportation Institute and Williamson County dated April 26, 2016 for Foam Asphalt Pavement Design.
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Texas A&M Transportation Institute and Williamson County dated April 26, 2016 for Foam Asphalt Pavement Design.

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 Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 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 (1602-057-1A).
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 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 (1602-057-1A).

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 approval of the final plat for the Enterprise Coupland Site Expansion subdivision – Precinct 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Enterprise Coupland Site Expansion 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
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Highlands at Mayfield Ranch Section 13 subdivision – Precinct 3.
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Highlands at Mayfield Ranch Section 13 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
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Bogle subdivision – Precinct 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Bogle 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:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 1 Section 20C subdivision – Precinct 3.
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 1 Section 20C 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
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
36.
Recognition of Granger G Lady Lions Girls Softball winning the 2019 Pony League World Series Championship in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Those who addressed the Court:
Granger Independent School District Superintendent Randy Willis
Granger Independent School District Head Softball Coach and School Board President Tommy Filla
Granger Independent School District Assistant Softball Coach Ricky Luna

No action was taken on this item.
 
 
37.
Recognize Commissioner Valerie Covey on her appointment to the Governing Board of the Texas Indigent Defense Commission.
No action was taken on this item.
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on terminating the contractual relationship relating to the Access Agreement between Williamson County and Big Fish Entertainment LLC.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To terminate the contractual relationship relating to the Access Agreement between Williamson County and Big Fish Entertainment LLC and instruct legal counsel to issue a notice of termination informing Big Fish Entertainment that, upon the effective date of termination of the Agreement, Big Fish Entertainment, LLC will no longer have Williamson County’s license or permission to enter upon and film at Williamson County offices and facilities or in vehicles utilized by and/or in connection with the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office; photograph, record or otherwise film the names, voices, likeness, images, trademarks, service marks, tradenames, logos, copyrighted material and/or other materials of Williamson County in connection with the development, production, exhibition, exploitation, and promotion of Big Fish Entertainment, LLC’s television series currently entitled “Live PD”; or access areas within Williamson County facilities to stage its operations, re-charge batteries or undertake other production-related activities and any attempts to do so will not be met favorably by Williamson County and Williamson County will protect its interests and rights through litigation if necessary.

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
 
OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 11:25 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2019.
 
REOPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING TIME AT 1:35 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2019.
 
39.
10:00 a.m. Public Hearing on proposed 2019 tax rate of $0.459029 per $100 for Williamson County.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown
Williamson County Tax Accessor/Collector Larry Gaddes
Laura Himmelberg of Georgetown


No action was taken on this item.
 
CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 11:40 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2019.
 
CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING A SECOND TIME AT 1:44 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2019.
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of the preparation and mailing of 2019 tax statements in the amount of $64,447.50, from Variverge, pursuant to Montgomery County ILA pricing.
Tax Assessor/Collector Larry Gaddes addresed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of the preparation and mailing of 2019 tax statements in the amount of $64,447.50, from Variverge, pursuant to Montgomery County Interlocal Agreement (ILA) pricing.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on changes to the Employee Policy Manual, including the Social Media Policy.
Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons 
General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes
First Assistant to County Auditor Julie Kiley
District Attorney Shawn Dick

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED AT 11:02 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2019.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED AT 11:16 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2019.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:17 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2019.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:24 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2019.
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a change to the job classifications reviewed for Salary Study Cycle 2B.
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the change to the job classifications review for Salary Study Cycle 2B by removing the County Attorney's Office and adding Infrastructure Operators 1 and 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent from Commissioners Court)
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Services Contract for Donation Processing Services to be provided by Bricks R Us, Inc. relating to an Engraved Brick Program for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action authorizing the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for funding through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program FY2019, Local Solicitation.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for funding through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program Fiscal Year 2018-2019 (FY2019), Local Solicitation.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent from Commissioners Court)
 
45.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
No action was taken on this item.
 
46.
Receive and acknowledge the August 2019 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation for the Road Bond Program.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.

No action was taken on this item.
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2019-2020 Budget.
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To amend the proposed Budget to add $6,821.19 for Court Reporter Salaries, an additional $5,000 for 0635 Museum Budget and remove $139,809.29 by eliminating the vacant Director of Administration position.

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: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To amend the proposed Budget by reducing 0435/0425 Court Appointed Attorneys by $450,000.00, create a new department and new positions for Pre-Trial in the amount of $370,689.40, add $100,000.00 for 0503 Odyssey Upgrade, add $3,054.50 for Judicial Board Supplement/Magistrate, add $2,300.46 to 0435 All District Courts and add $52,274.00 to 0572 Adult Probation Increase/Existing Pre-Trial Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

425th District Court Judge Betsy Lambeth and County Auditor Jerri Jones addressed the Court.

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 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To amend the proposed Budget by adding $215,500.00 for capital item: Demolition of Structures on right-of-way (ROW) properties.

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

Motion: To amend the proposed Budget to add $142,025.00 for 5554 Radars ($25,575.00) / Ticket Writers ($66,450.00) this includes $50,000.00 for a configuration fee from Tyler Technologies.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Nay:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing advertising and setting a date for a public hearing on the 2019-2020 County Clerk's Records Archive Fund (0384) Plan for September 24th, 2019 at 10:00 AM.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize advertising and setting a date for a public hearing on the 2019-2020 County Clerk's Records Archive Fund (0384) Plan for September 24, 2019 at 10:00 AM.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent from the Dais)
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing advertising and setting a date for a public hearing on the 2019-2020 District Clerk's Records Technology Fund (0387) Plan for September 24th, 2019 at 10:15 AM.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize advertising and setting a date for a public hearing on the 2019-2020 District Clerk's Records Technology Fund (0387) Plan for September 24, 2019 at 10:15 AM.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent from the Dais)
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:49 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2019.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 2:14 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2019.
 
50.
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.
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
51.
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 Arcos
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
52.
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) Claim of Dan A. Gattis for reimbursement of attorneys fees.
s) Property damage claim of Anthony Garcia and Victoria Garcia (Sunset Meadows Subdivision).
t) 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
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
53.
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 1:33 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2019.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 2:57 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2019.
 
54.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
55.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
56.
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) Claim of Dan A. Gattis for reimbursement of attorneys fees.
s) Property damage claim of Anthony Garcia and Victoria Garcia (Sunset Meadows Subdivision).
t) 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.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
57.
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. 
 
58.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 2:58 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2019.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 27th day of August, 2019.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk