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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JANUARY 28, 2020


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:36 A.M. on TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2020, 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 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the January 14, 2020 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.
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained in regard to payment to invoices for James Construction (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $7,404,815.45 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 on Non-Agenda items:
Bonnie Garner of Georgetown
Rev. Chuck Freeman of Round Rock
Mark Truesdell of Georgetown
Dr. Catherine Truesdell of Georgetown
Katherine Klawunn of Georgetown
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
President of the Williamson County Fair Association, Inc. Scott Heselmeyer 

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 – 42 )
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Corrections Department.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From: 0100.0570.003306 Food Services $23,920.00
From: 0100.0570.004350 Printed Materials & Binding $10,000.00
From: 0100.0570.005700 Vehicles > $5,000.00 $10,000.00
To: 0100.0570.003008 Law Enforcement Equipment $43,920.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Auction including one (1) Ford F250, one (1) 16' trailer, and one (1) Stryker Power Pro Stretcher, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Auction including (1) Ford F-250, (1) 16' trailer, and (1) Stryker Power Pro Stretcher, 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 authorizing the disposal of various county assets through Sale to Insurance of one (1) 2018 Dodge Charger, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through Sale to Insurance for (1) 2018 Dodge Charger, 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:
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 01/23/2020 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through January 23, 2020 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:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of December 2019 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve property tax collections for the month of December 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:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take action on approving the Investment Report for the Quarter ending September 30, 2019 and annual Investment Committee training report, which were approved by the Investment Committee on October 28, 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Investment Report for the Quarter ending September 30, 2019 and annual Investment Committee training report, which were approved by the Investment Committee on October 28, 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:
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the County Attorney, December 2019 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the County Attorney December 2019 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure Section 103.005.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the County Attorney's Office Racial Profile report for 2019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the County Attorney's Office Racial Profile report for 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:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving the Official Bond of Judge Brandy Hallford, Williamson County Court at Law No. 1.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Official Bond for County Court at Law 1 Judge Brandy Hallford.

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 reappointment of Mark Jaeger to Place #1 of the ESD #10 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2020 and ending December 31, 2021.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To reappoint Mark Jaeger to Place #1 of the Emergency Services District (ESD) #10 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2020 and ending December 31, 2021.

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 reappointment of Chad Richter to the ESD #10 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2020 and ending December 31, 2021.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To reappoint Chad Richter to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #10 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2020 and ending December 31, 2021.

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 reappointment of Mark Prince to the ESD#10 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2020 and ending December 31, 2021.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To reappoint Mark Prince to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #10 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2020 and ending December 31, 2021.

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 ratifying a Letter of Authorization between Williamson County and AT&T Corp. relating to the porting of telephone lines.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Letter of Authorization between Williamson County and AT&T Corporation relating to the porting of telephone lines.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving service contract between Williamson County and Charter Communications Operating, LLC per DIR contract #DIR-AN-NG-CTSA-008 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a service contract between Williamson County and Charter Communications Operating, LLC per Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract # DIR-AN-NG-CTSA-008 and 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:
 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving price quote #0019694 between MCCI and Williamson County for Laserfiche Support Renewal 2020 in the amount of $79,996.10, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #544-17, and authorizing the purchase.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve price quote # 0019694 between MCCI and Williamson County for Laserfiche Support Renewal 2020 in the amount of $79,996.10, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract # 544-17 and 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:
 
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of FY 20 Oracle Licensing for Treasury, Financial and Purchasing in the amount of $129.538.79 from Mythics, Inc. per DIR contract #DIR-TSO-4158  and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the purchase of Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 Oracle Licensing for the Treasury, Financials and Purchasing in the amount of $129.538.79 from Mythics, Inc. per Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract # DIR-TSO-4158 and 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:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving service contract between Williamson County and Dell Marketing L.P. to provide service to the Dell system storage and maintenance in the amount of $52,770.41 and authorizing the purchase.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a service contract between Williamson County and Dell Marketing, L.P. to provide service to the Dell system storage and maintenance in the amount of $52,770.41 and 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:
 
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a service contract between Adam Heath Construction and Williamson County pursuant to Quote 2386 in the amount of $7,535.00 funded by P520 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a service contract between Adam Heath Construction and Williamson County pursuant to Quote 2386 in the amount of $7,535.00 funded by P-520 and 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:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a lease agreement between Konica Minolta Business Solutions USA, Inc and Williamson County for a copier lease in the amount of $198.00 per month, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4439  and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a lease agreement between Konica Minolta Business Solutions USA, Inc. and Williamson County for a copier lease in the amount of $198.00 per month, pursuant to Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract # DIR-CPO-4439 and 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 a Consent to Contract Assignment between Erin McClelland D/B/A Erin McClelland Museum Services, as Assignor, Williamson County, Texas, and MuseWork, LLC, as Assignee, relating to the assignment and transfers of all of Erin McClelland D/B/A Erin McClelland Museum Services’ interest, rights and obligations to MuseWork, LLC relating to the Services Contract RFP#1707-176 (Interpretative Planning and Exhibits River Ranch County Park Interpretative Center) originally executed by and between County and Erin McClelland D/B/A Erin McClelland Museum Services, dated effective October 10, 2017.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Consent to Contract Assignment between Erin McClelland Doing Business As (D/B/A) Erin McClelland Museum Services, as Assignor, Williamson County, Texas, and MuseWork, LLC, as Assignee, relating to the assignment and transfers of all of Erin McClelland D/B/A Erin McClelland Museum Services’ interest, rights and obligations to MuseWork, LLC relating to the Services Contract RFP 1707-176 (Interpretative Planning and Exhibits River Ranch County Park Interpretative Center) originally executed by and between County and Erin McClelland D/B/A Erin McClelland Museum Services, dated effective October 10, 2017.

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 Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement for Landscape Architectural Services between Williamson County and RVE, Inc. D/B/A RVi for Phase II landscape architectural services relating to Phase V of the Brushy Creek Regional Trail Development.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement for Landscape Architectural Services between Williamson County and RVE, Inc. Doing Business As (D/B/A) RVi for Phase II landscape architectural services relating to Phase V of the Brushy Creek Regional Trail Development.

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 authorizing the United HealthCare Services, Inc., Amendment No. 3, effective 1/1/20, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract with the exception of items stated in Amendment No. 3, Financial Renewal and Terms.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the United HealthCare Services, Inc., Amendment No. 3, effective January 1, 2020, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract with the exception of items stated in Amendment No. 3, Financial Renewal and Terms.

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 approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement regarding off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies with River Chase-HOA (Hwy 29/River Chase subdivision beginning 2-1-20)
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.  No action was taken.
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27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a blanket purchase order for Sheriff's Office cell phone service with Verizon Wireless in the amount of $68,827.50 pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-TSO-3415.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a blanket purchase order for Sheriff's Office cell phone service with Verizon Wireless in the amount of $68,827.50 pursuant to Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract # DIR-TSO-3415.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
28.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the service contract between Randal’s Tower Tech, INC and Williamson County pursuant to Quote 161922 in the amount of $2,000.00 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the service contract between Randal’s Tower Tech, Inc. and Williamson County pursuant to Quote 161922 in the amount of $2,000.00 and 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:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take action on the approval of Team Rubicon performing a fire mitigation project at Twin Springs Preserve on February 1st and 2nd and February 15th and 16th.
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This item was moved to the Regular Agenda.
 

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

Motion: To approve Team Rubicon performing a fire mitigation project at Twin Springs Preserve on February 1st and 2nd, 2020 and February 15th and 16th, 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:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the approval of the annual HazMat Monitor Maintenance Project for fiscal year 2020 Homeland Security Grant funding in the amount of $25,500.00.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the annual Hazardous Material (HazMat) Monitor Maintenance Project for fiscal year 2020 Homeland Security Grant funding in the amount of $25,500.00.

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
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the issuance of a resolution for the submission of a fiscal year 2020 Homeland Security Grant project in the amount of $35,000.00.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a resolution for the submission of a fiscal year 2020 Homeland Security Grant project in the amount of $35,000.00.

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:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the approval and acceptance of fiscal year 2020 Homeland Security Grant funding in the amount of $78,000.00. This project is for the purchase of a new hazmat response trailer to upgrade the existing trailer located in Hutto.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To accept the fiscal year 2020 Homeland Security Grant funding in the amount of $78,000.00 and approve the purchase of a new hazmat response trailer to upgrade the existing trailer located in Hutto.

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 accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County Jail Renovations FY 2019 Project (P-411); Change Order #05 in the amount of $29,514.00 to approve funding from within the existing contract for Intercom Hardware, which was executed by Tom Stanfield, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order was funded by Project Contingency.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To accept a report on the Williamson County Jail Renovations Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 Project (P-411) and approve Change Order No. 05 in the amount of $29,514.00 to approve funding from within the existing contract for Intercom Hardware, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Tom Stanfield pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded by Project Contingency.

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 Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 between Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. and Williamson County for Brushy Creek Regional Trail-Phase V. Funding via P419.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 between Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. and Williamson County for Brushy Creek Regional Trail-Phase V to be funded by P-419.

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 accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County Jail Renovations FY 2019 Project (P-411); Change Order #06 in the amount of $27,260.10 to approve funding from within the existing contract for Electrical & Pipe Insulation, which was executed by Tom Stanfield, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order was funded by Project Contingency & 0100.1008.004509.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To accept a report on the Williamson County Jail Renovations Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 Project (P-411) and approve Change Order No. 06 in the amount of $27,260.10 to approve funding from within the existing contract for Electrical & Pipe Insulation, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Tom Stanfield pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code to be funded by Project Contingency and 0100.1008.004509.

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 accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County Brushy Creek Regional Trail – Phase V Project (P-419); Change Order #01 in the amount of <$27,462.00> (CREDIT) to approve funding from within the existing contract for Civil Sitework changes, which was executed by Tom Stanfield, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code. This change order results in an overall credit to Project.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To accept a report on the Williamson County Brushy Creek Regional Trail – Phase V Project (P-419) and approve Change Order No. 01 for a credit in the amount of $27,462.00 to approve funding from within the existing contract for Civil Sitework changes, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Tom Stanfield pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the 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
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County Exposition Pavilion (P-474); Change Order #01 in the amount of $7,056.97 to approve funding from within the existing contract for Fire Extinguishers & Cabinet Accessories and Additional Building Address Numbers to East Elevation of Pavilion, which was executed by Dwayne Gossett, Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To accept a report on the Williamson County Exposition Pavilion (P-474) and approve Change Order No. 01 in the amount of $7,056.97 to approve funding from within the existing contract for Fire Extinguishers & Cabinet Accessories and Additional Building Address Numbers to East Elevation of Pavilion, which was executed by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Dwayne Gossett pursuant to the previous grant of authority under Section 262.031 of the 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
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of ATM Services Contract 1806-243, renewal option period 1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract with Preferred ATM Services, LLC, for the term 9/11/19 - 9/10/20.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the extension of Automated Teller Machine (ATM) Services Contract 1806-243, renewal option period 1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract with Preferred ATM Services, LLC, for the term beginning September 11, 2019 and ending September 10, 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:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed statements of qualifications for Asphalt Sampling, Testing and Inspection under RFQ #3412.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed statements of qualifications for Asphalt Sampling, Testing and Inspection under Request for Quote (RFQ) 3412.

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
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Corrugated Metal Pipe Contract 1811-272, as awarded, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of 1/22/20 - 1/21/21 with Wilson Culverts, Inc. and Contech Engineered Solutions.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the extension of Corrugated Metal Pipe Contract 1811-272, as awarded, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for a term beginning January 22, 2020 and ending January 21, 2021 with Wilson Culverts, Inc. and Contech Engineered Solutions.

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 approval of the final plat for the Robles Orozco subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Robles Orozco 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:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Rancho Sienna Section 12B subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Rancho Sienna Section 12B subdivision – Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve order for interment by cremation of deceased (Judith A. Cox) who passed away in J.P., Pct. 3 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: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an order for interment by cremation of deceased Judith A. Cox who passed away in Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 (J.P., Pct. 3) of Williamson County 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 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:
 
44.
Discuss and hear presentation from Dan Wegmiller, Financial Advisor, of Specialized Public Finance regarding bond rating results and results of bond sale.
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Financial Advisor with Specialized Public Finance Dan Wegmiller addresed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a presentation regarding the Williamson County Elections website being rated as "Outstanding" by  the League of Women Voters of Texas.
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The League of Women Voters of Williamson County President Christina Spano and Elections Administrator Deputy Jenifer Favreau addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge a presentation for the Williamson County Elections website being rated as "Outstanding" by the League of Women Voters of 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
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on designating a representative or representatives from the Commissioners Court to serve on the Healthy Williamson County Executive Leadership Team.
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Williamson County and City Health District Executive Director Derrick Neal and Lead of Healthy Williamson County Community Partnerships Manager Kelli Becerra addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To designate Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey and Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook as representatives from the Commissioners Court to serve on the Healthy Williamson County Executive Leadership Team.

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
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the Williamson County Regional Habitat Conservation Plan (RHCP), including, but not limited to, receiving report from Environmental Programs Director and approving enrollment of properties participating during the 2019 calendar year (any participation received on or prior to 12/31/19) into the tax benefit financing plan for tax year 2019 and to re-enroll prior year participating properties.
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Director of Environmental Programs for the Parks Department Gary Boyd addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve the Williamson County Regional Habitat Conservation Plan (RHCP), including, but not limited to, receiving report from Environmental Programs Director and approving enrollment of properties participating during the 2019 calendar year (any participation received on or prior to December 31, 2019) into the tax benefit financing plan for tax year 2019 and to re-enroll prior year participating properties.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Williamson County Grief Response Team.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on utilizing the full salary amount for PCN.0664.
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County Clerk Nancy Rister and Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
 
50.
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 for EMS Donations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.367401 Emergency Medical Services Donations $1,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
51.
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 the use of EMS Donations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the use of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0540.003670 Use of Donations $1,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.367403 Park Donations $2,459.31

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
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0510.003670 Use Of Donations $2,459.31

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Tobacco Fund HUG Program.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0340.0540.001130 Merit, Retention $2,165.90
0340.0540.002010 FICA $165.69
0340.0540.002020 Retirement $314.71

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

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

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:
 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

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

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:
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the Animal Shelter Donation Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0546.0546.003670 Use of Donations $9,423.04
To 0546.0546.001107 Temporary Labor - Seasonal Help $8,753.40
To 0546.0546.002010 FICA $669.64

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
 
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Cooperation with Civilian Law Enforcement Officials Agreement between Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Department of Navy not to exceed $6,600.00 for the term of 12 months and authorize Deputy Chief Tim Ryle to execute same on behalf of the Sheriff's Office.
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General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Cooperation with Civilian Law Enforcement Officials Agreement between Williamson County Sheriff's Office and the Department of Navy not to exceed $6,600.00 for the term of 12 months and authorize Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Tim Ryle to execute same on behalf of the Sheriff's 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:
 
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on exempting Data Transfer Solutions (DTS), LLC from the competitive bidding requirements established by Section 262.024.(a)(7) of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions, as the sole provider for Vueworks Licensing and executing the agreement, along with implementation purchase utilizing HGAC Contract HP10-17. Total purchase amount is $102,000.00.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To exempt Data Transfer Solutions (DTS), LLC from the competitive bidding requirements established by Section 262.024(a)(7) of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions, as the sole provider for Vueworks Licensing and execute the agreement, along with implementation purchase utilizing Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) Contract HP10-17 in the amount of $102,000.00.

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:
 
60.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the renewal of the education affiliation agreement between Williamson County EMS and EMTS Academy and St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center Paramedic Program Consortium.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the renewal of the education affiliation agreement between Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Emergency Management Training and Services (EMTS) Academy and St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center Paramedic Program Consortium.

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.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
62.
Receive and acknowledge the January 2020 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation for the Road Bond Program.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
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63.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the 2019 Road Bond budgets recommended by Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the 2019 Road Bond budgets recommended by Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver with the correction to Ronald Reagan Boulevard Widening (State Highway (SH) 29 to Farm to Market (FM) 3405) for $22,500.00 was agreed that Precinct 3 would pay 60% or $13,500.00 and Precinct 2 would pay 40% or $9,000.00.

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:
 
64.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 3 to the CR 101 (US 79 to North of Chandler Rd) contract between Williamson County and Brown & Gay Engineers, Inc. (BGE) relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. Project: P269. Funding Source: Road Bonds.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 3 to the County Road (CR) 101 (United States (US) 79 to North of Chandler Road) contract between Williamson County and Brown & Gay Engineers, Inc. (BGE) relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bond P-269.

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 approving a variance request to the WCSR for Lot 4, Block A, amended final plat of the Teravista Com 24 subdivision - Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a variance request to the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations (WCSR) for Lot 4, Block A, amended final plat of the Teravista Com 24 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:
 
66.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute a Cost Participation Agreement with YMCA Regarding the Construction of a Pedestrian Bridge at Twin Lakes Park.
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67.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Atsushi Miyamoto for right of way needed on the CR 111 project (Parcel 33). Funding Source: Road Bonds P249
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Atsushi Miyamoto for the right-of-way needed on the County Road (CR) 111 project (Parcel 33) to be funded by Road Bond P-249.

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:
 
68.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Samantha and Justin Kacir for right of way needed on the CR 111 project (Parcel 11). Funding Source: Road Bonds P249
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Samantha Kacir and Justin Kacir for the right-of-way needed on the County Road (CR) 111 project (Parcel 11) to be funded by Road Bond P-249.

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:
 
69.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute a relocation claim for Henry and Jessica Tso for right of way that was acquired for the SE Loop project (Parcel 10). Funding Source: Road Bonds P463
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a relocation claim for Henry Tso and Jessica Tso for the right-of-way that was acquired for the Southeast (SE) Loop project (Parcel 10) to be funded by Road Bond P-463.

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 authorizing the County Judge to execute a letter agreement with Misti & Thomas Nicholson for a grading easement needed on the Great Oaks Bridge project (Parcel 1), Funding Source: Road Bonds P270
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a letter agreement with Misti Nicholson and Thomas Nicholson for a grading easement needed on the Great Oaks Bridge project (Parcel 1) to be funded by Road Bond P-270.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:12 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2020.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:12 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2020.
 
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:14 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2020.
 
71.
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 SE Loop. 
    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. 
    v)    Discuss the acquisition of real property in conjunction with WCCF for potential parkland/bird habitat.
    x)    Discuss the acquisition of drainage/detention easements for real property North of WMCO Juvenile Detention Center
    y)    Discuss the acquisition of the MKT Right of Way
    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
    i)    Discuss county owned property located at Ed Schmidt Boulevard Hutto, Texas
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.
 
72.
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
    j)   Project Co-Op
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
73.
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; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
f) 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.
g) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
h) 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.
i) 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
j) Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
k) Valerie Adams - EEOC Charge No. 450-2018-03807
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) BANGL Pipeline Project
o) 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
p) D-1-GN-19-005511; Brian Johns v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 53rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
q) Anthony “Tony” Carter: EEOC Charge No. 451-2019-03927
r) Case No. 1:19-CV-938-RP; Langham v. Fuentes, et al., in the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
s) Discuss Williamson County Subdivision Regulations and Texas Local Government Code Chapter 232.
t) Civil Action No. A19CV1110RP; Adam Reposa v. Robert Chody et. al, In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas.
u) Civil Action No. 1:19-CV-1163; Amanda McCoy v. Williamson County, Texas et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division.
v) Claim of Regina Wright.
w) Law on use of County facilities.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
74.
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 11:35 A.M. (Time noted was 12:35 P.M.) ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2020.
 
75.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
76.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
77.
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; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
f) 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.
g) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
h) 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.
i) 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
j) Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
k) Valerie Adams - EEOC Charge No. 450-2018-03807
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) BANGL Pipeline Project
o) 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
p) D-1-GN-19-005511; Brian Johns v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 53rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
q) Anthony “Tony” Carter: EEOC Charge No. 451-2019-03927
r) Case No. 1:19-CV-938-RP; Langham v. Fuentes, et al., in the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
s) Discuss Williamson County Subdivision Regulations and Texas Local Government Code Chapter 232.
t) Civil Action No. A19CV1110RP; Adam Reposa v. Robert Chody et. al, In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas.
u) Civil Action No. 1:19-CV-1163; Amanda McCoy v. Williamson County, Texas et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division.
v) Claim of Regina Wright.
w) Law on use of County facilities.
No action was taken on this item.
 
78.
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.
 
79.
Comments from Commissioners.
Commissioner Russ Boles wanted to share the recognition received from Hutto Police Department Sergeant Mary Clements thanking Williamson County for their assistance in a CPR call lead by Commander Derrick Schnaiter, Lieutenant Janna Whitworth and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Paramedic Chuck Splain.  A special thanks to Constable Precinct 4 Deputy Al Herrera and Precinct 1 Lieutenant Joel Fischetti for their assistance in this call.  Commending the team work between the city, county and EMS. 
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:36 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2020.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 4th day of February, 2020.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk