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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
August 27, 2019


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:33 A.M. on TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 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
Absent:
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
  • Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
  • Brad Weems , County Clerk's Criminal Division Supervisor
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the August 20, 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 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $3,632,655.11 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:

Jeffery Maass of Pflugerville, Travis County
Neitha Engert of Cedar Park
Michelle Thompson of Georgetown
Jan Pelosi of Austin, Williamson County
Jeff Shald of Georgetown
Bonnie Garner of Georgetown
Chief of Hutto Independent School District's Police Department William Edwards
Karen Darby of Georgetown
Robin Derton of Round Rock
Marla Garza-Friel of Leander
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Mark Truesdell of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill

No action was taken on this item.
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 4 – 38 )
 
4.
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 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0509.004990 Solid Waste Management / Recycling $2,500.00
To 0100.0509.003100 Office Supplies $1,500.00
To 0100.0509.003311 Uniforms $1,000.00

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 approving a line item transfer for Emergency Medical Services.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Emergency Medical Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-003311 Uniforms $5,000.00
From 0100-0540-003001 Small Equipment & Tools <$5,000 $5,000.00
To 0100-0540-003200 Medical Supplies $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 on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005400 Bridges $30,000.00
To 0200-0210-004549 Signal Light Maintenance $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
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on line item transfer for Juvenile Services.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Juvenile Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0576.004102 Residential Services $12,918.00
To 0100.0576.001110 Overtime $7,000.00
To 0100.0576.001107 Temporary / Seasonal $5,000.00
To 0100.0576.002010 FICA $918.00

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
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 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 0882.0882.004541 Vehicle Repairs and Maintenance $1,250.00
To 0882.0882.003001 Small Equipment and Tools $1,250.00
From 0882.0882.003301 Gasoline $30,000.00
To 0882.0882.003524 Sublets $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
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 08/22/2019 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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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 August 22, 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 to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, July 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 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 4, July 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:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on canceling the Commissioners Court session on September 3, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the cancellation of Commissioners' Court on Tuesday, September 3, 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
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve order for funding interment by cremation of deceased (Derrill Lovelace) who died in Precinct No. 1 of Williamson County, TX pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code §§ 711.002(e).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order for funding interment by cremation of deceased Derrill Lovelace who died in Precinct 1 of Williamson County, Texas pursuant to Texas Health & Safety Code Section 711.002(e).

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 any necessary action to approve order for funding interment by cremation of deceased (John Baker) who died in Precinct No. 1 of Williamson County, TX pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code §§ 711.002(e).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order for funding interment by cremation of deceased John Baker who died in Precinct 1 of Williamson County, Texas pursuant to Texas Health & Safety Code Section 711.002(e).

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 regarding the renewal of Pct. 3 Constable, Vehicle Usage Agreement with Austin Materials and authorize County Judge to sign all related documentation.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
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15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Fleck, LLC dba: The Texas Speakers Bureau and Williamson County for featured speaker Tony Brigmon in the amount of $3,000 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an agreement between Fleck, LLC "dba: The Texas Speakers Bureau" and Williamson County for featured speaker Tony Brigmon in the amount of $3,000.00 for the Tax Office 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:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Interlocal Agreement and Contract between the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and Williamson County for equipment and consumables and authorizing execution of both documents.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Interlocal Agreement and Contract between the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and Williamson County for equipment and consumables and to authorize the execution of both documents.

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 Investment Advisory Services contract, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for a two-year term, covering September 7, 2019 - September 6, 2021, with Hilltop Securities Asset Management, Inc., f/k/a First Southwest Asset Management, Inc.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the extension of the Investment Advisory Services contract, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract continuing September 7, 2019 and ending September 6, 2021 with Hilltop Securities Asset Management, Inc., formerly known as (f/k/a) First Southwest Asset Management, Inc.

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 awarding RFP #1904-308 Property/Casualty and Worker's Compensation Insurance (Risk Coverage) for Williamson County to the highest scoring proposer, Travelers, as submitted by Lee Insurance Agency, Inc., and receiving, approving and authorizing execution of any necessary related forms.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To award Request for Proposal (RFP) # 1904-308 Property/Casualty and Workers' Compensation Insurance (Risk Coverage) for Williamson County to the highest scoring proposer, Travelers, as submitted by Lee Insurance Agency, Inc., and receive, approve and authorize the execution of any necessary related forms.

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 a licensing agreement between the Department of Defense, Defense Health Agency and Williamson County EMS.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a licensing agreement between the Department of Defense, Defense Health Agency and 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
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a three year agreement between Stryker and Williamson County related to LifeNet Asset services for EMS patient care monitors.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a three year agreement between Stryker and Williamson County related to LifeNet Asset services for the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) patient care monitors.

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 FY2020 CSCD (Adult Probation) Coop Agreement for Felony Pre-Trial Bond Services.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) (Adult Probation) Co-operative (Coop) Agreement for Felony Pre-Trial Bond 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:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Bricks R Us, Inc. and Williamson County for fundraising services to support the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and authorize execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the agreement between Bricks R Us, Inc. and Williamson County for fundraising services to support the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter 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:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of contract  #1606-098, Blackland Farm Lease, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract, with the exception of an annual price change to $21,722.39, for the term of October 1, 2019 - September 30, 2020, with Ross Emory Stromberg, Jr.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the extension of the Blackland Farm Lease contract # 1606-098 for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract, with the exception of an annual price change to $21,722.39, for a term beginning October 1, 2019 and ending September 30, 2020, with Ross Emory Stromberg, 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
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the service contract between Quality Tree and Lawn and Williamson County for Tree Pruning Project at Berry Springs Park, in the not-to-exceed amount of $30,025.00, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the service contract between Quality Tree and Lawn and Williamson County for Tree Pruning Project at Berry Springs Park, in the not-to-exceed amount of $30,025.00 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:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Amendment to the Service Contract, approved on February 5, 2019 under agenda item #24, between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies Inc. to provide the License Software, maintenance and support identified on Amendment Exhibit 1 in the amount of $9,750.00 with a annual fee of $2,048.00, for a total of $11,798.00 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Amendment to the Service Contract, approved on February 5, 2019 under agenda item # 24, between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies Inc. to provide the license software, maintenance and support identified on Amendment Exhibit 1 in the amount of $9,750.00 with a annual fee of $2,048.00, for a total of $11,798.00 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:
 
26.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase agreement between Tyler Technologies and Williamson County for Low Profile Stands in the amount of $536.00 pursuant to Sourcewell Contract #110515-TTI and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the purchase agreement between Tyler Technologies and Williamson County for low profile stands in the amount of $536.00 pursuant to Sourcewell contract # 110515-TTI 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:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2017 Capital Improvement Program Budget Transfer to move $2,017.54 from Software Defined Network (P511) to SoftCode – Constables’ Offices (P510).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a 2017 Capital Improvement Program Budget Transfer to move $2,017.54 from Software Defined Network (P-511) to SoftCode – Constables’ Offices (P-510).

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
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2018 Capital Improvement Program Budget Transfer to move $9,872.46 from Public Safety Vehicle/Body Cameras (P473) to SoftCode – Constables’ Offices (P510).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a 2018 Capital Improvement Program Budget Transfer to move $9,872.46 from Public Safety Vehicle/Body Cameras (P-473) to SoftCode – Constables’ Offices (P-510).

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 accepting a cash donation to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Victim Assistance Division from Gina Weesner in the amount of $200.00 pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 81.032.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To accept a cash donation to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Victim Assistance Division from Gina Weesner in the amount of $200.00 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 81.032.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Vehicle Useage Agreement with Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 12 regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To acknowledge receipt and approve the Standard Vehicle Usage Agreement with Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 12 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:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the appointment of Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Sgt. Dianna Hernandez, to be designated as the Local Rabies Control Authority (LRCA) effective August 27, 2019 for the purposes of the Rabies Control Act of 1981.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the appointment of Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Sergeant (Sgt.) Dianna Hernandez, to be designated as the Local Rabies Control Authority (LRCA) effective August 27, 2019 for the purposes of the Rabies Control Act of 1981.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed statements of qualifications for Williamson County Parking Garage Limited Structural Assessment under RFQ #2078.
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 statements of qualifications for Williamson County Parking Garage Limited Structural Assessment under Request for Quote (RFQ) # 2078.

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 Work Authorization #2 in the amount of $45,000.00 to expire on August 31, 2020 under Williamson County Contract for Architectural and Engineering Services between MWM Design Group and Williamson County dated January 30, 2019 for the Sheriff’s Office Training Center P323, to design the vehicle storage building.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
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34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 5 in the amount of $20,005.00 to expire on April 1, 2020 under Williamson County Contract for Public Involvement Services between Rifeline, LLC and Williamson County dated March 26, 2019 for Subdivision Regulations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 5 in the amount of $20,005.00 to expire on April 1, 2020 under Williamson County Contract for Public Involvement Services between Rifeline, LLC and Williamson County dated March 26, 2019 for Subdivision Regulations.

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 Bogle subdivision – Precinct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the final 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:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Rancho Del Cielo subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Rancho Del Cielo 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:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the replat of Lots 1, 4, 32 & 33 of the Bear Creek Ranch Unit 4 subdivision to be known as the Eastburn Acres subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the replat of Lots 1, 4, 32 & 33 of the Bear Creek Ranch Unit 4 subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Gonzalez 108 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 Gonzalez 108 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:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Proclamation designating October for Domestic and Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.
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District Attorney's Lead Victim Assistant Coordinator Alma Vasquez addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a proclamation designating October as Domestic and Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing Williamson County EMS’s re-accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS).
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Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To recognize Williamson County Emergency Medical Services's (EMS’s) re-accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS).

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
 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on adding dispatch services by Emergency Communications and Technology Services for a non-Williamson County entity.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Emergency Services Chris Connealy
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig
Director of Public Safety Technology Richard Simple
Chief of Hutto Independent School District's Police Department William Edwards 
 
 

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

Motion: To approve the draft agreement adding "Exhibit D - Cost Schedule" for the cost of dispatching services by Emergency Communications and Technology Services for Liberty Hill Independent School District as a non-Williamson County entity.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

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 Park Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.367403 Park Donations $694.00

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
 
43.
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 Park Donations.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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 Park Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0510.003670 Use of Donations $694.00

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
 
44.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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No action was taken on this item.
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $150,000 from North Mays Extension (P224) to Forest North Drainage (P225). Also, to move $2,100,000 from 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P290) to Lakeline Right Turn Lanes (P331) of $100,000, Seward Junction SW (P274) of $1,500,000, CR 119 (P214) of $100,000, CR 110 Middle Phase 2 (P261) of $300,000 and CR 101 Phase I (P269) of $100,000.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to move $150,000.00 from North Mays Extension (P-224) to Forest North Drainage (P-225). Also, to move $2,100,000.00 from 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P-290) to Lakeline Right Turn Lanes (P-331) of $100,000.00, Seward Junction Southwest (SW) (P-274) of $1,500,000.00, County Road (CR) 119 (P-214) of $100,000.00, CR 110 Middle Phase 2 (P-261) of $300,000.00 and CR 101 Phase I (P-269) of $100,000.00.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to move $80,000 from 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P290) to San Gabriel Ranch Road (P439).
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a 2013 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to move $80,000.00 from 2013 Road Non-Departmental (P-290) to San Gabriel Ranch Road (P-439).

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:
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the Utility Agreement between Charter Communications and Williamson County for utility relocations on North Mays Extension, a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 1. (Funding Source: Road Bonds, P224)
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Utility Agreement between Charter Communications and Williamson County for utility relocations on North Mays Extension, a Road Bond project in Precinct 1 to be funded by Road Bond P-224.

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:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Employee Policy Manual, including the Social Media Policy.
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Senior Director of Human Recourses Rebecca Clemons and Rabbi Johnathan Dade addressed the Court.

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on adopting revisions to the social media policy for County accounts.
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No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on adopting a revised version of the Williamson County Commissioners Court's Rules of Procedure, Conduct and Decorum.
View Agenda Item
General Counsel to Commissioners' Counsel Hal C. Hawes addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To adopt a revised version of the Williamson County Commissioners' Court Rules of Procedure, Conduct and Decorum and by adding "homophobic and LGBTQ" to Section III. G. and H.

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 AT 11:35 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2019.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED AT 11:52 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2019.
 
OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 11:52 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2019.
 
51.
10:00 AM  Hold Public Hearing on the 2019-2020 County Budget.
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Bill Kelberlau of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.

No action was taken on this item.
 
CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 11:56 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2019.
 
52.
Discuss 2019-2020 Budget.
View Agenda Item
No action was taken on this item.
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2019-2020 General Fund Budget.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To amend the proposed Budget by adding an additional $800,000.00 to the Capital Improvement Program (CIP).

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 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve $221,049,620.00 for the 2019-2020 General Fund 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
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2019-2020 Road and Bridge Fund Budget.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve $45,052,060.00 for the 2019-2020 Road and Bridge Fund 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
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2019-2020 Debt Service Fund Budget.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve $127,742,206.00 for the 2019-2020 Debt Service Fund 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
 
56.
 Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the adoption of the 2019 tax rates for Williamson County.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the property tax rate be increased by the adoption of a total tax rate of 45.8719 cents per $100 of valuation, which is effectively a 3.20 percent increase in the tax rate which includes:
a tax rate of 25.1529 cents per $100 of valuation for the purpose of Maintenance and Operations;
a tax rate of 16.719 cents per $100 of valuation for the purpose of Debt Service; and
a tax rate of 4 cents per $100 of taxable valuation for the purpose of assessing the Road and Bridge Taxes.


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:
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on starting salary for new DA Child Abuse Investigator position at L3.10.
View Agenda Item
District Attorney Shawn Dick and Senior Director or Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the starting salary for new District Attorney (DA) Child Abuse Investigator position L3.6.

_____________________________________________________________________
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
 

Motion: To amend the previous motion to approve the starting salary for new District Attorney (DA) Child Abuse Investigator position at L3.10.

The Motion died for the lack of a Second. No further action was taken.

Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:36 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2019.
 
58.
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
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
59.
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
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
60.
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
u) Stephen "Steve" Deaton, Williamson County Sheriff's Office Commander - EEOC Charge No. 451-2019-03609
No action was taken in Executive Session. 
 
61.
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 1:52 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2019.
 
62.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
63.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item. 
 
64.
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.
u) Stephen "Steve" Deaton, Williamson County Sheriff's Office Commander - EEOC Charge No. 451-2019-03609
 

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

Motion: To approve a Release and Indemnity Agreement in relation to Cause No. 18-0764-CC4 Erik Olmeda VS. Williamson County, et al.

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: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a settlement, in principal, to pay $87,000.00 to Dan A. Gattis to settle any and all claims Dan A. Gattis may have against Williamson County and the members of the Williamson County Commissioners Court in relation to the defense of criminal allegations brought by the Williamson County Sheriff and the Williamson County Attorney; and further find that paying such amount serves a public interest and that Dan A. Gattis committed the alleged act or omission that was the basis of the criminal allegations and that were ultimately dismissed while acting in good faith and within the scope of his official duties at that time as the Williamson County Judge; and further authorize the County Judge to sign a settlement and release agreement setting forth the settlement terms.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
65.
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. 
 
66.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT  1:54 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2019.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 10th day of September, 2019.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk