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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
September 10, 2019


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:33 A.M. on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 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 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the August 27, 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 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $7,745,798.01 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.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bonnie Garner of Georgetown
Jan Pelosi of Austin, Williamson County
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Christel Erickson-Collins of Cedar Park
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Audrey Amos McGehee of Cedar Park
Lauren McAndrews 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 – 61 )
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on line item transfers for Animal Services (Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Animal Services (Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0545.0545.004510 Facility Maintenance $3,500.00
To 0545.0545.004975 Animal Medical Care $3,500.00
From 0545.0545.003006 Office Equipment $326.89
From 0545.0545.003010 Computer Equipment $187.67
From 0545.0545.004211 Telephone Service $1,000.00
From 0545.0545.004350 Printed Materials $262.64
From 0545.0545.004414 Vehicle Insurance $117.79
From 0545.0545.004541 Vehicle Repairs $750.00
From 0545.0545.004999 Miscellaneous $171.69
To 0545.0545.003200 Medical Supplies $2,816.68

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 the Parks Department.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Parks Department:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0510-005300 Improvements > $5,000 $8,460.00
To 0100-0510-005003 Equipment > $5,000 $8,460.00

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the Parks Department:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0510.003005 Office Furniture < $5,000 $2,500.00
From 0100.0510.004311 Advertising - General $2,500.00
To 0100.0510.003301 Gasoline $5,000.00

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Parks Department:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0510.004542 Grounds Maintenance $3,535.00
To 0100.0510.003001 Small Equipment & Tools $3,535.00

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0509.004990 Solid Waste Management / Recycling $1,500.00
To 0100.0509.004512 Kitchen Maintenance & Repair $1,500.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Road and Bridge Division.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005400 Bridges $16,061.76
To 0200-0210-001110 Overtime $13,200.00
To 0200-0210-002020 Retirement $1,851.96
To 0200-0210-002010 FICA $1,009.80

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 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 4 Russ Boles 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005400 Bridges $7,000.00
To 0200-0210-003005 Office Furniture < $5,000 $7,000.00

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
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Sheriff's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0560.005008 Law Enforcement Equipment > $5,000 $3,750.00
To 0100.0560.004212 Postage $3,750.00

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
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on line item transfer for Constable Pct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the Constable Precinct 4:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0554-003102 Safety Supplies $925.00
To 0100-0554-003002 Vehicle Equipment < $5000 $925.00
From 0100-0554-003003 Radio Equipment < $5000 $2,825.00
From 0100-0554-004548 Radio Repairs & Maintenance $500.00
From 0100-0554-003120 Printer Supplies $2,500.00
To 0100-0554-003008 Law Enforcement Equipment < $5000 $5,825.00

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
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Debt Service Fund.
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This item was moved to the Regular Agenda where First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the Debt Service Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0600.0600.006901 Debt Defeasance $24,996,653.46
To 0600.0600.004098 Payment to Refunding Escrow Agent $5,450,147.46
To 0600.0600.004099 Bond Issuance Costs $16,506.00
To 0600.0600.006238 Series 14 Ltd Tax Park Bonds $19,530,000.00

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
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for General Fund Non-Departmental.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the General Fund Non-Departmental:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0409.004606 Payment to Economic Development Agreements $45,716.29
To 0100.0409.004604 Payments to TIF/TIRZ $45,716.29

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for workers comp in various departments.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Workers' Compensation in various departments:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0560.002050 Workers' Compensation $8,794.35
From 0100.0570.002050 Workers' Compensation $4,162.99
From 0100.0509.002050 Workers' Compensation $5,073.23
From 0340.0540.004908 Outreach Flex Funding $493.09
To 0340.0540.002050 Workers' Compensation $493.09
To 0100.0542.002050 Workers' Compensation $396.90
To 0100.0541.002050 Workers' Compensation $31.74
To 0100.0540.002050 Workers' Compensation $9,049.91
To 0100.0476.002050 Workers' Compensation $66.82
To 0100.0475.002050 Workers' Compensation $3,249.12
To 0100.0440.002050 Workers' Compensation $5,229.19
To 0100.0425.002050 Workers' Compensation $6.89

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 a line item transfer for County Court at Law #1.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for County Court at Law 1(CCL1):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non-Departmental / Contingencies $4,989.79
To 0100-0426-001107 CCL1 / Temporary Labor $4,635.20
To 0100-0426-002010 CCL1 / FICA $354.59

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
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Elections Department.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0376.0376.004100 Professional Services $25,000.00
To 0376.0376.003006 Office Equipment < $5,000 $25,000.00

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
 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to dispose and transfer certain County inventory between subdivisions, departments, officers or employees of the County.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to dispose and transfer certain County inventory between subdivisions, departments, officers or employees of the County.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction for the period of 08/01/2019 through 08/31/2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To acknowledge the Purchasing Departments monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction for the period of August 1, 2019 through August 31, 2019.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction for the period of 08/01/2019 through 08/31/2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To acknowledge the Purchasing Departments monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction for the period of August 1, 2019 through August 31, 2019.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through Auction including ten (10) Panasonic toughbooks, nine (9) Dell laptops, fifteen (15) Dell desktop computers, and one (1) Surface Pro docking station, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through Auction including (10) Panasonic toughbooks, (9) Dell laptops, (15) Dell desktop computers, and (1) Surface Pro docking station, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Granger and Williamson County for the sale of a surplus Gillette SPD-320 generator in accordance with Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.(a)(1).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Granger and Williamson County for the sale of a surplus Gillette SPD-320 generator in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152(a)(1).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Auction including five (5) Chevy Tahoes,  one (1) Ford Crown Victoria, one (1) Ford Explorer, and one (1) Ford F350, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Auction including (5) Chevy Tahoes, (1) Ford Crown Victoria, (1) Ford Explorer, and (1) Ford F-350, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 09/05/2019 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru September 5, 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:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Feliza Conway filling the unexpired term of  Anthony (Tony) Clark for Place #3 on Emergency Services District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors, effective immediately and ending on December 31, 2019 at the end of the term.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Feliza Conway filling the unexpired term of Anthony (Tony) Clark for Place 3 on Emergency Services District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors, effective immediately and ending on December 31, 2019.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the renewal of the Austin Materials, Vehicle Usage Agreement for Pct. 3 Constable and authorize County Judge to sign all related documentation.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the renewal of the Vehicle Usage Agreement with Austin Materials for Constable Precinct 3 and to authorize the County Judge to sign all related documentation.

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 any necessary action to approve order for interment by cremation of deceased (Jack W. Hughes) who passed away in J.P., Pct. 4 of Williamson County, TX where there has been no inquest by the Justice of the Peace and the county has duty to inter, pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code § 711.002(e), and authorize Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an order for interment by cremation of deceased Jack W. Hughes who passed away in Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 of Williamson County, Texas where there has been no inquest by the Justice of the Peace and the county has duty to inter, pursuant to Texas Health & Safety Code Section 711.002(e) and to authorize Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.

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 authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Haz Mat Billing Software, under RFP #2108.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for HazMat Billing Software, under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 2108.

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 authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for CR 101 Construction, under IFB #2138.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for County Road (CR) 101 Construction, under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 2138.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB 1907-331 CR 279 Stabilizing, Milling, and Overlay, to Smith Contracting, and authorizing the purchase.
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This item was moved to the Regular Agenda where Purchasing Agent/Director Randy Barker addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) 1907-331 County Road (CR) 279 Stabilizing, Milling, and Overlay to Smith Contracting with a correction to the background informtion deleting "HNTB is the point of Contact and P241, Road Bonds will be utilized."and to authorize the purchase.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving termination notice of contract with Perisope Holdings, Inc. for BidSync SourceTM Module, as per DIR Contract #DIR-SDD-1588, effective November 19, 2019, and authorizing the execution of the letter.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To issue a termination notice of contract to Perisope Holdings, Inc. for BidSync SourceTM Module, as per Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-SDD-1588 effective November 19, 2019 and to authorize the execution of the letter.

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 exempting VOTEC Corporation from the competitive bidding requirements established by Section 262.024 (a)(7) of the Texas Local government Code Discretionary Exemptions, as the sole provider of the VOTEC Election Management and Compliance System (VEMACS), Ballot Board, VoteSafe and software and maintenance for these products, and authorize execution of the agreements.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve exempting VOTEC Corporation from the competitive bidding requirements established by Section 262.024(a)(7) of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions, as the sole provider of the VOTEC Election Management and Compliance System (VEMACS), Ballot Board, VoteSafe, and software and maintenance for these products and to authorize execution of the agreements.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive competitive sealed proposals for Inner Loop Annex & Radio Shack Building Renovations under RFCSP #2124.
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This item was moved to the Regular Agenda where Senior Director of Facilities Management and Planning Dale Butler addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive competitive sealed proposals for Inner Loop Annex & Radio Shop Building Renovations under Request for Competitive Sealed Proposals (RFCSP) # 2124.

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 authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Irrigation Maintenance and Repair Services under RFP #2104.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Irrigation Maintenance and Repair Services under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 2104.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the annual request to exempt from competitive bidding/proposal requirements, pursuant to Tex.Loc. Gov't Code $262.024(11) ("vehicle and equipment repairs") (i.e. those not covered by insurance coverage and that are paid for from county funds) for FY19/20 based on criteria and definitions provided by the Williamson County Purchasing Agent.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an annual request to exempt "vehicle and equipment repairs" from competitive bidding/proposal requirements, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(11) (i.e. those not covered by insurance coverage and that are paid for from county funds) for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 (FY19/20) based on criteria and definitions provided by the Williamson County Purchasing Agent.

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 authorizing the extension of contract #1506-006 for Landscape Services of Williamson County Parks, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term October 1, 2019 - September 30, 2020 with Heart of Texas Landscape and Irrigation Co., Inc.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the extension of contract # 1506-006 for Landscape Services of Williamson County Parks, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for a term beginning October 1, 2019 and ending September 30, 2020 with Heart of Texas Landscape and Irrigation Company, 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:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to accept the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) FY2020 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Comprehensive Grant.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to accept the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Fiscal Year 2019-2020 (FY2020) Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Comprehensive Grant.

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 authorizing the annual System Support Agreement with Infax, Inc for system and maintenance support of the Electronic Docket System covering the term of 10.1.19 through 9.30.20 for the annual amount of $8,300.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the annual System Support Agreement with Infax, Inc for system and maintenance support of the Electronic Docket System covering a term beginning October 1, 2019 and ending September 30, 2020 for the annual amount of $8,300.00.

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:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on issuing a termination notice as to Work Authorization No. 1 between Williamson County and MWM Design Group being dated March 19, 2019 in relation to the Precinct Four Hutto Office Finish Out Project.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To issue a termination notice to Work Authorization No. 1 between Williamson County and MWM Design Group being dated March 19, 2019 in relation to the Precinct 4 Hutto Office Finish Out Project.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a second Addendum to the Master Service Agreement with Stanley Convergent Security Solutions, Inc., originally approved on 3/5/2019 under agenda item #44, to increase the not-to-exceed amount to $265,000 and authorizing the execution of the Addendum.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a second Addendum to the Master Service Agreement with Stanley Convergent Security Solutions, Inc., originally approved on March 5, 2019 Agenda item # 44, to increase the not-to-exceed amount to $265,000.00 and to authorize the execution of the Addendum.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Services Contract between Williamson County and W.E. Imhoff & Company, Inc d/b/a Intertech Flooring to provide labor and material for carpet installation at the Central Maintenance Facility, in the amount of $4,884.00 for FY19 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Services Contract between Williamson County and W.E. Imhoff & Company, Inc d/b/a Intertech Flooring to provide labor and material for carpet installation at the Central Maintenance Facility in the amount of $4,884.00 for Fiscal Year 2018-2019 (FY19) and to authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Services Contract between Williamson County and Separation Systems Consultants, Inc. to perform an Asbestos Survey prior to the demolition of the home located at 20 Gabriel Forest, Georgetown, Texas 78628 in the amount of $2,335.00 per the terms of TIPS contract #170602 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Services Contract between Williamson County and Separation Systems Consultants, Inc. to perform an Asbestos Survey prior to the demolition of the home located at 20 Gabriel Forest, Georgetown, Texas 78628 in the amount of $2,335.00 per the terms of The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) contract # 170602 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:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Services Contract between Williamson County and Separation Systems Consultants, Inc. to perform Asbestos Survey service prior to demolition of six vacant homes (see background for exact locations) as listed per the TIPS Contract #170602 in the amount of $8,960.00 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Services Contract between Williamson County and Separation Systems Consultants, Inc. to perform Asbestos Survey service prior to demolition of six vacant homes (see background for exact locations) as listed per the The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Contract # 170602 in the amount of $8,960.00 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:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a proposed variance to the County's OSSF Order.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a proposed variance to the County's On-Site Sewage Facilities (OSSF) Order.

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:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Metal Beam Guard Fence contract  #1806-237, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract but with the exception of the addition of the FY20 scope of work for this renewal period, entitled "Work Plan MBGF In Place FY20", that is attached for reference, for the term of September 8, 2019 - September 7, 2020, with RHB Construction.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the extension of Metal Beam Guard Fence contract # 1806-237, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract but with the exception of the addition of the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 (FY20) scope of work for this renewal period, entitled "Work Plan MBGF In Place FY20", that is attached for reference, for a term beginning September 8, 2019 and ending September 7, 2020 with RHB Construction.

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 authorizing the extension of Hauling Services, contract #1707-177, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract, for the term of September 12, 2019 - September 11, 2020 with Statewide Materials Transport, Ltd.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the extension of Hauling Services contract # 1707-177, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract, for a term beginning September 12, 2019 and ending September 11, 2020 with Statewide Materials Transport, Ltd.

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 on authorizing the extension of Flex Base Materials contract #1806-242, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to Industrial Asphalt, LLC as the primary vendor, and Vulcan Constructions Materials as the secondary vendor for the term of September 12, 2019 - September 11, 2020.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the extension of Flex Base Materials contract # 1806-242, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to Industrial Asphalt, LLC as the primary vendor, and Vulcan Constructions Materials as the secondary vendor for a term beginning September 12, 2019 and ending September 11, 2020.

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 awarding RFQ #1904-314 Structural Engineering Services - Review Cave/Void Closure Plans & Misc Structural Analysis to the most qualified firm Dunaway Associates and authorizing execution of the contract.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To award Request for Quote (RFQ) # 1904-314 Structural Engineering Services - Review Cave/Void Closure Plans & Misc Structural Analysis to the most qualified firm Dunaway Associates and to authorize 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:
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on new Contract for Engineering Services with HNTB Corporation to provide Construction Observation Services for the Limestone Terrace project.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a new Contract for Engineering Services with HNTB Corporation to provide Construction Observation Services for the Limestone Terrace project.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the closing of Limestone Terrace and detouring traffic during road reconstruction.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the closing of Limestone Terrace and detouring traffic during road reconstruction.

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:
 
51.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 2 (M.A. Smith Contracting) in the amount of $5,202.12 for Lakeline Right Turn Lanes, a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 2.
P: 331  Funding Source: Road Bond
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 2 (M.A. Smith Contracting) in the amount of $5,202.12 for Lakeline Right Turn Lanes, a Road Bond project in Precinct 2 to be funded by Road Bond P-331.

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:
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 3 (M.A. Smith Contracting) in the amount of $1,558.22 for Lakeline Right Turn Lanes, a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 2.
P: 331   Funding: Road Bond
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 3 (M.A. Smith Contracting) in the amount of $1,558.22 for Lakeline Right Turn Lanes, a Road Bond project in Precinct 2 to be funded by Road Bond P-331.

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:
 
53.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 4 (M.A. Smith Contracting) in the amount of $14,477.10 for Lakeline Right Turn Lanes, a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 2.
Project: 331  Funding: Road Bond
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 4 (M.A. Smith Contracting) in the amount of $14,477.10 for Lakeline Right Turn Lanes, a Road Bond project in Precinct 2 to be funded by Road Bond P-331.

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:
 
54.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 (QA Construction) in the amount of $1,513.40 for Forest North Anderson Mill, a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 1.
P: 225   Funding: 01.0200.0210.003599
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 (QA Construction) in the amount of $1,513.40 for Forest North Anderson Mill, a Road Bond project in Precinct 1 to be funded by 01.0200.0210.003599 P-225.

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:
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Schwertner Ranch subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Schwertner Ranch 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:
 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Cool Water subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Cool Water 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:
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Sonterra West Section 12 Phase 3 subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Sonterra West Section 12 Phase 3 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:
 
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the replat of Lot 34 of the Bear Creek Ranch Unit 4 subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the replat of Lot 34 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:
 
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Relocation of Water System Improvements (CR 176 Realignment and Rehabilitation Project) with Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Relocation of Water System Improvements (County Road (CR) 176 Realignment and Rehabilitation Project) with Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District.

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:
 
60.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a letter agreement with She Shi and Yan Zhang for a PEC Easement needed on CR 200- Parcel 3. Funding Source: Road Bonds P285
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a letter of agreement with Steve Shi and Yan Zhang for a Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) Easement needed on County Road (CR) 200- Parcel 3 to be funded by Road Bond P-285.

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:
 
61.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with the Estate of Janie L. Gonzalez for right of way needed on CR 200 (Parcel 23). Funding: Road Bonds P285
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with the Estate of Janie L. Gonzalez for right-of-way needed on County Road (CR) 200 (Parcel 23) to be funded by Road Bond P-285.

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
 
62.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing the Purchasing Department as a recipient of the 2019 Achievement of Excellence in Public Procurement Award by the National Procurement Institute (NPI).
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Purchasing Agent/Director Randy Barker and Deputy Purchasing Agent Kerstin Hancock addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To recognize the Purchasing Department as a recipient of the 2019 Achievement of Excellence in Public Procurement Award by the National Procurement Institute (NPI).

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:
 
63.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a proclamation designating the week of September 8, 2019 as Obesity Awareness Week in Williamson County.
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Healthy Williamson County Program Coordinator Kelli Becerra addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a proclamation designating the week of September 8, 2019 as Obesity Awareness Week in Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
64.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Andrea Haubner as the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Family & Community Health Agent.
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County Extension Agent for Horticulture with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Kate Whitney addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Andrea Haubner as the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Family & Community Health Agent.

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:
 
65.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on forming a Williamson County Complete County Committee for the 2020 US Census.
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Public Affairs Manager Connie Odom addressed the Court.

No action was taken on tis item.
 
66.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution regarding Williamson Central Appraisal District Board of Directors votes.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a resolution nominating Jon Jewett to the Williamson Central Appraisal District Board of Directors.

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:
 
67.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the FY19/20 Budget Order.
View Agenda Item
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig and County Auditor Jerri Jones addressed the Court.

No action was taken on this item.

 
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED AT 11:20 A.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2019.
 
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED AT 11:35 A.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2019.
 
68.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the creation of one full-time position in Animal Services Grants.
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Williamson County Animal Shelter Community Outreach Programs Coordinator Misty Valenta addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the creation of one full-time position in Animal Services Grants.

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
 
69.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting grant from Texas Judicial Commission on Mental Health for County Court at Law #4 for "Tele-Justice: Compassionate Process to Improve Court Interaction with Mentally Ill" and signing Statement of Grant Award in the amount of $25,000.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To accept a grant from the Texas Judicial Commission on Mental Health for County Court at Law 4 for "Tele-Justice: Compassionate Process to Improve Court Interaction with Mentally Ill" and signing Statement of Grant Award in the amount of $25,000.00.

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:
 
70.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on resolution and acceptance of grant award from the Office of Governor for the Williamson County Veterans Treatment Court program.
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Executive Assistant Kathy Pierce addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a resolution and accept a grant award from the Office of the Governor for the Williamson County Veterans Treatment Court program.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
71.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the projects and budgets for the 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 Capital Improvement Programs; the 2013 Park Bonds and the 2015 Certificate of Obligation.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Emergency Services Chris Connealy
Williamson County Board of Health Deputy Director Virginia Headley Ph.D.
Williamson County Health District Manager Justine Price
Director of Wireless Communication and Radio Communications Thomas Piche
Senior Director of Parks and Recreation Russell Fishbeck
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
 
 

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

Motion: To approve a Capital Improvement Program Project in the amount of $130,000.00 by reducing 2015 Road Bond P-323 for the purchase of a new chiller and electrical work for the Sheriff's Office.

Senior Director of Facilities Management and Planning Dale Butler 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: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve a Capital Improvment Program Project for a total amount of $750,000.00 for item # 4081 Jail-Water softener and item # 4083 for Jail-Hot Water System.

Senior Director of Facilities Management and Planning Dale Butler 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
Attachments:
 
72.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving public service funding agreements as per the FY' 20 adopted budget approved by Commissioners Court on August 27, 2019.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the public service funding agreements as per the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 (FY' 20) adopted budget approved by Commissioners Court on August 27, 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:
 
73.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the Tax Collection Agreement between the Hutto CO-OP Public Improvement District and the County of Williamson, Texas.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the Tax Collection Agreement between the Hutto CO-OP Public Improvement District and the County of Williamson, Texas.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
74.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the Tax Collection Agreement between the City of Liberty Hill Summerlyn West Public Improvement District and the County of Williamson, Texas.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Tax Collection Agreement between the City of Liberty Hill Summerlyn West Public Improvement District and the County of Williamson, Texas.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
75.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Resolution to Adopt the EVS 6020 Voting System , as certified by the State of Texas, to be used for early and regular election day voting by Williamson County for the November 5th, 2019 election and all subsequent elections, in accordance with Section 123.001(b) of the Texas Election Code.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Resolution to Adopt the EVS 6020 Voting System, as certified by the State of Texas, to be used for early and regular election day voting by Williamson County for the November 5, 2019 election and all subsequent elections, in accordance with Section 123.001(b) of the Texas Election Code.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
76.
Discuss and take appropriate action on authorizing Williamson County to hold elections jointly with other political subdivisions for elections being held on November 5, 2019.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize Williamson County to hold elections jointly with other political subdivisions for elections being held on November 5, 2019.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
77.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the Public Safety Software Configuration Policy for Technology Services.
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Senior Director of Technology Services Jay Schade addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Public Safety Software Configuration Policy for Technology 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:
 
78.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the policy for Technology Services Support for Non-County Public Safety Agencies.
View Agenda Item
Senior Director of Technology Services Jay Schade addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the policy for Technology Services Support for Non-County Public Safety Agencies.

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:
 
79.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the Cyber Security Awareness Training Policy to assist with conforming to Texas HB 3834.
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Senior Director of Technology Services Jay Schade addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the draft for the Cyber Security Awareness Training Policy with changing the deadline date from April 1st to March 1st of each year, add elected official - Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Edna Staudt to the commitee and add the training to the on-boarding process for new employess to assist with compliance to Texas House Bill (HB) 3834.

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:
 
80.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on establishing an ILA with Liberty Hill ISD for Emergency Communications and Technology Services.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
81.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Sheriff's Office Victim's Assistance Donations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Sheriff's Office Victim's Assistance Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.367400 Donations $200.00

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
 
82.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Sheriff's Office Victim's Assistance Donations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Sheriff's Office Victim's Assistance Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0560.003671 Use of Victim's Assistance (VA) Donations $200.00

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
 
83.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional revenues for the Debt Service Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional revenues for the Debt Service Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0600.0000.361300 Interest, Investments $37,667.28

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
 
84.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional expenditures for the Debt Service Fund.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional expenditures for the Debt Service Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0600.0600.004604 Payments To TIR/TIRZ $37,667.28

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
 
85.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.370500 Miscellaneous Revenue $155.00

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
 
86.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0630.004921 County Wide Rx Discount Card Program $155.00

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
 
87.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh invited the Court and the Public to attend a ribbon cutting:

Lakeline Right Turn Lane
10:00 A.M.
Thursday, September 12, 2019
HEB parking lot
14028 North US-183
Austin, TX 78717
 
88.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire on September 30, 2020 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Dunaway Associates and Williamson County dated September 10, 2019 for Structural Engineering Services Cave Void Closure Plans.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire on September 30, 2020 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Dunaway Associates and Williamson County dated September 10, 2019 for Structural Engineering Services Cave Void Closure Plans.

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:
 
89.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Advanced Funding Agreement for Williamson County Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation for CSJ 0914-05-204 CR 118 at Cottonwood Creek with the Texas Department of Transportation.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an Advanced Funding Agreement for Williamson County Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation for CSJ 0914-05-204 County Road (CR) 118 at Cottonwood Creek with the Texas Department of Transportation.

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:
 
90.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Advanced Funding Agreement for Williamson County Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation for CSJ 0914-05-132 at CR 258 at N San Gabriel River with the Texas Department of Transportation.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an Advanced Funding Agreement for Williamson County Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation for CSJ 0914-05-132 at County Road (CR) 258 at North San Gabriel River with the Texas Department of Transportation.

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:
 
91.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Advanced Funding Agreement for Williamson County Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation for CSJ 0914-05-174 at CR 452 at Branch of Mustang Creek with the Texas Department of Transportation.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an Advanced Funding Agreement for Williamson County Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation for CSJ 0914-05-174 at County Road (CR) 452 at Branch of Mustang Creek with the Texas Department of Transportation.

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:
 
92.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Advanced Funding Agreement for Williamson County Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation for CSJ 0914-05-153 at Brushy Bend Drive at Brushy Creek with the Texas Department of Transportation.
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Attachments:
 
93.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Advanced Funding Agreement for Williamson County Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation for CSJ 0914-05-203 at CR 143 at Dry Berry Creek with the Texas Department of Transportation.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an Advanced Funding Agreement for Williamson County Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation for CSJ 0914-05-203 at County Road (CR) 143 at Dry Berry Creek with the Texas Department of Transportation.

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:
 
94.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Advanced Funding Agreement for Williamson County Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation for CSJ 0914-05-137 at CR 126 at Mileham Branch with the Texas Department of Transportation.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an Advanced Funding Agreement for Williamson County Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation for CSJ 0914-05-137 at County Road (CR) 126 at Mileham Branch with the Texas Department of Transportation.

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:
 
95.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $64,953.00 to expire December 31, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between HNTB and Williamson County dated September 10, 2019 for Limestone Terrace.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $64,953.00 to expire December 31, 2019 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between HNTB and Williamson County dated September 10, 2019 for Limestone Terrace.

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:
 
96.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on designating the Williamson County Engineer as the Williamson County Commissioners Court’s designee for approvals, approvals with conditions or disapproval of plat applications and agreements relating to extensions of plat application review times pursuant to Chapter 232 of the Texas Local Government Code.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh
General Counsel for Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes
County Engineer Terron Evertson
 

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

Motion: To designate the Williamson County Engineer or his/her senior level designee as the Williamson County Commissioners Court’s designee for approvals, approvals with conditions or disapproval of plat applications and agreements relating to extensions of plat application review times pursuant to Chapter 232 of the Texas Local Government Code.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
97.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on designating the Williamson County Engineer as the Williamson County Commissioners Court’s designee for issuing final plat approvals that must be issued pursuant to Chapter 232 of the Texas Local Government Code prior to the next scheduled session of the Williamson County Commissioners Court provided that any such final plat approvals are placed on the agenda for ratification by the Williamson County Commissioners Court at its next scheduled session.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh
General Counsel for Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes
County Engineer Terron Evertson
 

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

Motion: To designate the Williamson County Engineer or his/her senior level designee as the Williamson County Commissioners Court’s designee for issuing preliminary plat approvals and final plat approvals that must be issued pursuant to Chapter 232 of the Texas Local Government Code prior to the next scheduled session of the Williamson County Commissioners Court provided that any such preliminary plat approvals and final plat approvals are placed on the agenda for approval/ratification by the Williamson County Commissioners Court at its next scheduled session.

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
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:16 P.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2019.
 
98.
Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)
A. Real Estate Owned by Third Parties
   Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential purchase or lease of property owned by third parties
a) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop. 
b) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 176 at RM 2243
c) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 101
d) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 200
e) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
f) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Seward Junction SE and SW Loop. 
g) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 29 @ DB Wood.
h) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Hairy Man Rd. 
i) Discuss the acquisition of real property for N. Mays.
j) Discuss Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.
k) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 111.
l) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
m) Discuss the acquisition of drainage easements on the Forest North Drainage Project. 
n) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the expansion of Ronald Reagan at IH 35.
o) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
p) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
q) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
r) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Southeast Corridor.
s) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
t) Discuss the acquisition of property near the County landfill. 
u) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. 
B. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
   Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential sale or lease of property owned by the County
a) Discuss County owned real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
b) Discuss possible sale of +/- 10 acres located on Chandler Road near the County Sheriff's Office Training Facility
c) Potential governmental uses for 8th Street downtown parking lot 
d) Discuss possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (formerly occupied by WCCHD)
e) Discuss property usage at Longhorn Junction
f) Discuss sale of excess 183A right of way to abutting property owner. 
g) Discuss the sale of excess ROW at San Gabriel Parkway and Mel Mathis Ave. 
h) Discuss Blue Springs Boulevard
C. Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman. 
D. Discuss the possible placement of agricultural-related monuments at the Williamson County Exposition Center with the participation of third parties.
E. Discuss the Williamson County Reimbursement Agreement for Construction of San Gabriel Blvd. and New Hope Road with the City of Leander and TIRZ #1
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
99.
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
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
100.
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) 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
k) Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
l) Valerie Adams - EEOC Charge No. 450-2018-03807
m) 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.
n) 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.
o) BANGL Pipeline Project
p) 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
q) Property damage claim of Anthony Garcia and Victoria Garcia (Sunset Meadows Subdivision).
r) 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.
s) Anthony "Tony" Carter - EEOC Charge.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
101.
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 2:06 P.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2019.
 
102.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
103.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
104.
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) 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
k) Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
l) Valerie Adams - EEOC Charge No. 450-2018-03807
m) 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.
n) 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.
o) BANGL Pipeline Project
p) 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
q) Property damage claim of Anthony Garcia and Victoria Garcia (Sunset Meadows Subdivision).
r) 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.
s) Anthony "Tony" Carter - EEOC Charge.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Settlement Agreement and Release in relation to (e) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431, Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, Texas et al.; In the United State District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division.

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:
 
105.
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.
 
106.
Comments from Commissioners.
Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. stated that he was wearing his new lapel pin that he received last week from attending the grand opening of Larkspur Elementary, the 27th elementary in the Leander Independent School District (ISD). 

He said he was honored to attend Grandparents Day at IGO which is the second elementary school in Jarrell opening with 565 new students.  Commissioner Covey stated the school will hold about 800 students. This shows the continued growth in Williamson County
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT  3:23 P.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2019.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 17th day of September, 2019.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk