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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
October 15, 2019


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:34 A.M. on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2019, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
  • Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

To approve the Minutes of the October 8, 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.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $7,698,780.76 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 including voiding the payment from page 11 for $70.76 to Jamie P. West.

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained in regards to invoices for James Construction. (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached.)

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 on Non-Agenda items:
Rev. Chuck Freeman of Round Rock
Phyllis Meckel of Williamson County
Bonnie Garner of Georgetown
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Paulo Pinto of Georgetown

No action was taken on this item.
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 4 – 36 )
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Pre-Trial Services.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Pre-Trial Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0591-004998 Pre-Trial / Contingencies $9,392.80
To 0100-0591-001100 Pre-Trial / Full Time Salary $7,687.67
To 0100-0591-002010 Pre-Trial / FICA $588.11
To 0100-0591-002020 Pre-Trial / Retirement $1,117.02

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 authorizing the disposal of county equipment assets through Auction including three (3) Stryker Power Pro 6500 Stretchers, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of county equipment assets through Auction including (3) Stryker Power Pro 6500 Stretchers, 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:
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, September 2019 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 September 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:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding acceptance of donation in the amount of $3000 from McCreary, Veselka, Bragg, & Allen, PC pursuant to Tex. Gov't Code 81.032.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action concerning the 2020 Family Eldercare contract.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Contract In the Public Interest between Williamson County, Texas and Family Eldercare for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 to support guardianships and financial counseling services for County Court at Law 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:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting Stop the Bleed and CPR training supplies from Capital Area Trauma Regional Advisory Council (CATRAC).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To accept Stop the Bleed and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training supplies from Capital Area Trauma Regional Advisory Council (CATRAC).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Interlocal Agreements between Williamson County and the cities of Coupland, Granger, Taylor, Thrall and the Williamson County Emergency Services District #10 authorizing Cooperative Procurement between both entities and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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This item was moved to the Regular Agenda where the following addressed the Court:
Precinct 4 Executive Assistant Michael Cooper
City of Granger Mayor Trevor Cheatheam
Purchasing Agent/Director Randy Barker
 

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

Motion: To approve Interlocal Agreements between Williamson County and the cities of Coupland, Granger, Taylor, Thrall and the Williamson County Emergency Services District # 10 authorizing Cooperative Procurement between both entities and authorizing the 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:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Professional Services Agreement for Training and Traumatic Event Response for Williamson County Emergency Service Departments between Williamson County and Tania Glenn & Associates, PA;, in the not-to-exceed amount of $25,000, exempting these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024.(a)(4) and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Professional Services Agreement for Training and Traumatic Event Response for Williamson County Emergency Service Departments between Williamson County and Tania Glenn & Associates, PA, in the not-to-exceed amount of $25,000.00, exempting these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(4) 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:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2013 Park Bond Budget Transfer to move $26.40 to Expo Center RV Park (P464) from Blackland Heritage Phase I (P316).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a 2013 Park Bond Budget Transfer to move $26.40 to Exposition (Expo) Center Recreational Vehicle (RV) Park (P-464) from Blackland Heritage Phase I (P-316).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the price estimate between Defender Supply and Williamson County for two vehicles in the amount of $102,960, pursuant to Tarrant County Cooperative #2019-014 and authorizing the purchase.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the price estimate between Defender Supply and Williamson County for two vehicles in the amount of $102,960.00 pursuant to Tarrant County Cooperative # 2019-014 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:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing a blanket purchase order for fuel for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $550,000 to Fuelman per Omnia Contract #R161501 pricing.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize a blanket purchase order for fuel for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $550,000.00 to Fuelman per Omnia Contract R161501 pricing.

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 regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement regarding off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies with City National Bank (Security for ATM refills in Eastern Williamson County).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To acknowledge receipt and approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement regarding off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies with City National Bank (Security for ATM refills in Eastern 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:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Laura Anderson to the Florence ESD #7 board to fill the vacancy of James Daniels.  The term is to commence immediately and continue until December 31, 2020.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To appoint Laura Anderson to the Florence Emergency Services District (ESD) # 7 board to fill the vacancy of James Daniels for a term beginning October 15, 2019 and ending December 31, 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
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving purchase of Rubrik r6408s as well as support services from Freeit Data Solutions, in the amount of $199,895.38 as per DIR contract #DIR-TSO-3944, funded by Capital Project P522, and authorizing execution of the quote.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the purchase of Rubrik r6408's as well as support services from Freeit Data Solutions, in the amount of $199,895.38 as per Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract # DIR-TSO-3944 funded by Capital Project P-522 and to authorize the execution of the quote.

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 purchase for Adobe Sign Enterprise from SHI Government Solutions in the amount of $59,907.00 as per BuyBoard Contract #579-19.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the purchase for Adobe Sign Enterprise from SHI Government Solutions in the amount of $59,907.00 as per BuyBoard Contract # 579-19.

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 purchase for annual support and maintenance for Tyler Technologies' Odyssey Judicial and Jail Software in the amount of $442,948.61 and exempting Tyler Technologies from the competitive bidding or proposal requirements as established by Section 262.024.(a)(7)(A) of the Texas Local Government Code, as the sole provider of same.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the purchase for annual support and maintenance for Tyler Technologies' Odyssey Judicial and Jail Software in the amount of $442,948.61 and exempting Tyler Technologies from the competitive bidding or proposal requirements as established by Section 262.024(a)(7)(A) of the Texas Local Government Code, as the sole provider of same.

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 purchase of Drug Information Management System (DIMS) software from Datagain in the amount of $1,800, and authorizing execution of the associated documents.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the purchase of Drug Information Management System (DIMS) software from Datagain in the amount of $1,800.00 and to authorize the execution of the associated 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:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving purchase for Informacast Advanced Notification Subscription from FreeIt Data Solutions, in the amount of $4,375 as per DIR-TSO-3944 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase for Informacast Advanced Notification Subscription from FreeIt Data Solutions in the amount of $4,375.00 as per DIR-TSO-3944 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 purchase of Tyler Technologies Collections Online yearly maintenance in the amount of $87,085 for the Williamson County Tax Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the purchase of Tyler Technologies Collections Online yearly maintenance in the amount of $87,085.00 for the Williamson County Tax Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Fiscal Year 2020 Motorola Maintenance Service contracts USC000026317, USC000065474, USC000007033, USC000004587 USC000020867, USC000002959, in the total amount of $1,126,350.45 as per HGAC Contract #RA05-18 and authorizing execution of the agreements.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
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25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the proposal between Knight Security Systems and Williamson County for Video Surveillance and Intrusion Detection Systems in the amount of $58,313.90, pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-3430 and authorizing execution of the proposal.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the proposal between Knight Security Systems and Williamson County for Video Surveillance and Intrusion Detection Systems in the amount of $58,313.90 pursuant to Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-TSO-3430 and to authorize the execution of the proposal.

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 awarding RFP #2104 Irrigation Maintenance and Repair Services to the overall best respondent, America Irrigation Repair LLC.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To award Request for Proposal (RFP) 2104 Irrigation Maintenance and Repair Services to the overall best respondent America Irrigation Repair, LLC.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Steger Bizzell Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 17, 2017 for Professional Engineering Design Services for Culverts.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Steger Bizzell Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 17, 2017 for Professional Engineering Design Services for Culverts.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between Steger Bizzell Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 17, 2017 for On Call Professional Engineering Services.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 2 under Williamson County Contract between Steger Bizzell Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 17, 2017 for On-Call Professional Engineering Services.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 4 under Williamson County Contract between Steger Bizzell Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 17, 2017 for Professional Engineering Design Services for Culverts.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 4 under Williamson County Contract between Steger Bizzell Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 17, 2017 for Professional Engineering Design Services for Culverts.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Kleinfelder, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 23, 2017 for On Call Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Kleinfelder, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 23, 2017 for On-Call Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 3 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between Kleinfelder, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 23, 2017 for On Call Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 2 under Williamson County Contract between Kleinfelder, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 23, 2017 for On-Call Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Change Order No. 1, to contract number IFB 1806-238, in the amount of $17,225.00 for the CR 129 Bridge at Brushy Creek.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 to contract IFB 1806-238 in the amount of $17,225.00 for the County Road (CR) 129 Bridge at Brushy Creek.

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 approving purchase of two (2) 2020 Ford F-350 w/Dumping Flat Bed in the total amount of $73,830.60 and two (2) 2020 Ford F-350 w/Knapheide Service Body in the total amount of $73,062.60 plus a one-time administrative fee of $300 from Silsbee Ford, as per GoodBuy Contract #19-8F000.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the purchase of (2) 2020 Ford F-350 with dumping flat bed in the total amount of $73,830.60 and (2) 2020 Ford F-350 with knapheide service body in the total amount of $73,062.60 plus a one-time administrative fee of $300.00 from Silsbee Ford, as per GoodBuy Contract # 19-8F000.

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:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the CR 198 Manville Water Tank Site subdivision – Precinct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the County Road (CR) 198 Manville Water Tank Site subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Bailey Park Phase 1 subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Bailey Park Phase 1 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:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for Siena Section 31 subdivision – Precinct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the final plat for Siena Section 31 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
 
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a proclamation designating October 2019 as Substance Abuse Prevention Month in Williamson County and signifying the week of October 24 -31 as Red Ribbon Week to encourage Resilient, Empowered, and Drug-free lives. #iLiveRED
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Those who addressed the Court:
LifeSteps Coalition Director Rosana Sielaff
LifeSteps Board Member Angie Burnham
Texas Joint Counterdrug Task Force Civil Operations Officer Kevin Hager
 
 

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

Motion: To approve a proclamation designating October 2019 as Substance Abuse Prevention Month in Williamson County and signifying the week of October 24 -31, 2019 as Red Ribbon Week to encourage Resilient, Empowered, and Drug-free lives ( #iLiveRED).

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 concerning the Commissioners Court holiday schedule for December.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To cancel Commissioners' Court on December 3, 2019, December 24, 2019 and 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
 
OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:12 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2019.
 
39.
10:00 a.m. Hold public hearing pursuant to Tex. Transp. Code § 251.152 regarding proposed street name change in Pct. 3 for a portion of CR 176 to Parkside Pkwy.
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John B. Gordon of Georgetown addressed the Court:

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:22 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2019.
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action pursuant to Tex. Transp. Code § 251.152 regarding proposed street name change in Pct. 3 for for a portion of CR 176 to Parkside Pkwy.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve renaming a portion of County Road (CR) 176 to Parkside Parkway (Pkwy) in 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:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to accept funding for the Cold Case Task Force and Coalition Project through the Criminal Justice Division Criminal Justice Program grant and create one grant-funded, part-time Crime Analyst position.
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Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Tim Ryle addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to accept new funding for the Cold CaseTask Force and Coalition Project through the Criminal Justice Division Criminal Justice Program grant to create a grant-funded part-time Crime Analyst position and the purchase of additional equipment.

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 Work Authorization #2 in the amount of $250,000.00 to expire on April 30, 2021 under Williamson County Contract for Architectural and Engineering Services between Steinbomer & Associates, Architects, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 30, 2019 for the various Justice Center Renovations described in the attached.
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Senior Director of Facilities Management and Planning Dale Butler addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $250,000.00 to expire on April 30, 2021 under Williamson County Contract for Architectural and Engineering Services between Steinbomer & Associates, Architects, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 30, 2019 for the various Justice Center Renovations described in the attached.

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.
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:

Bond Election Informational Open House
5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Deputy A.W. Grimes Law Enforcement Training Center
8160 Chandler Boulevard, Hutto
 
44.
Receive and acknowledge the October 2019 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation for the Road Bond Program.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 5 to the Forest North Drainage contract between Williamson County and K Friese & Associates, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. Project: P225. Funding Source: Road Bonds.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 5 to the Forest North Drainage contract between Williamson County and K Friese & Associates, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bond 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:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreement with the City of Round Rock, Texas and Williamson County regarding improvements to Sewer Line along Hairy Man Rd.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve an Agreement with the City of Round Rock, Texas and Williamson County regarding improvements to sewer line along Hairy Man Road.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:45 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2019.
 
47.
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.
 
48.
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
i) Project Woods
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
49.
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.
t) D-1-GN-19-005511; Brian Johns v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 53rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas.
u) Claim of Jaivonte Roberts.
v) Tropea Damage Claim.
w) Civil Action No. 1:19-CV-938-RP; Earl Langham, Jr. vs. Alma Fuentes et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
50.
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 11:20 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2019.
 
51.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
52.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
53.
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.
t) D-1-GN-19-005511; Brian Johns v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 53rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas.
u) Claim of Jaivonte Roberts.
v) Tropea Damage Claim.
w) Civil Action No. 1:19-CV-938-RP; Earl Langham, Jr. vs. Alma Fuentes et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
No action was taken on this item.
 
54.
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.
 
55.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no Comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:21 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2019.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 22nd day of October, 2019.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk