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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
DECEMBER 22, 2020


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:41 A.M. on TUESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 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 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the December 15, 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.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $8,085,665.18 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, Electronic Benefit Payments and Wilco Forward Program - Phase 3 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.
There were no comments.  No action was taken on this item.
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 4 – 38 )
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
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:
 
5.
Consider noting in the minutes the acceptance of County Commissioner Continuing Education Certificate of Completion for Terry Cook and noting successful completion of continuing education hours for 2020 as required in Section 81.0025 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 note in the minutes the acceptance of County Commissioner Continuing Education Certificate of Completion for Terry Cook and noting successful completion of continuing education hours for 2020 as required in Section 81.0025 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:
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to recognize completion of the required continuing education hours for the Williamson County Tax Assessor Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To recognize completion of the required continuing education hours for the Williamson County Tax Assessor Collector Larry Gaddes.

Aye:
County 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 reappointing Thomas Nanninga and Jordan Baltazor to the ESD #2 board of commissioners with the term to commence January 1, 2021 and continue until December 31, 2022.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To reappoint Thomas Nanninga and Jordan Baltazor to the Emergency Services District (ESD) # 2 Board of Commissioners with the term beginning January 1, 2021 and ending on December 31, 2022.

Aye:
County 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 reappointment of George Hill to the ESD #11 Board of Directors for a term beginning January 1, 2021, and ending on December 31, 2022.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To reappoint George Hill to the Emergency Services District (ESD) # 11 Board of Directors for a term beginning January 1, 2021 and ending on December 31, 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointment of Jason Willis to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #11 for a term beginning January 1, 2021, and ending on December 31, 2022.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To reappoint Jason Willis to the Emergency Services District (ESD) # 11 for a term beginning January 1, 2021 and ending on December 31, 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointment of Brian Brunson to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #11 for a term beginning January 1, 2021, and ending on December 31, 2022.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To reappoint Brian Brunson to the Emergency Services District (ESD) # 11 for a term beginning January 1, 2021 and ending on December 31, 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointment of Feliza Conway to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #12 for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2021, and ending on December 31, 2022.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To reappoint Feliza Conway to the Emergency Services District (ESD) # 12 for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2021 and ending on December 31, 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointment of Judy Lawler Pokorny to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2021, and ending on December 31, 2022.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To reappoint Judy Lawler Pokorny to the Emergency Services District (ESD) # 12 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2021 and ending on December 31, 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointment of Erin Tanner to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2021, and ending on December 31, 2022.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To reappoint Erin Tanner to the Emergency Services District (ESD) # 12 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2021 and ending on December 31, 2022.

Aye:
County 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 a copier lease with Sharp/TLC Office Systems for the Williamson County River Ranch, in the amount $147.31 per month, pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4433.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a copier lease with Sharp/TLC Office Systems for the Williamson County River Ranch, in the amount $147.31 per month, pursuant to the Texas Department of Information (DIR) Contract # DIR-CPO-4433.

Aye:
County 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 correcting the effective date of the lease with Sharp Electronics Corp. for one (1) Sharp MX-6071 digital copier for the Williamson County Human Resources Department, in the amount of $239.21 per month, pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4433 previously approved on November 17, 2020 under agenda item #14 and effective date corrected on November 24, 2020, under agenda item #12.  The new effective date will be February 02, 2021.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To correct the effective date of the lease with Sharp Electronics Corporation for (1) Sharp MX-6071 digital copier for the Williamson County Human Resources Department, in the amount of $239.21 per month, pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-CPO-4433 previously approved on November 17, 2020 under agenda item # 14 and the effective date corrected on November 24, 2020, under agenda item # 12, with the new effective date being February 01, 2021; correcting "February 02, 2021" to "February 01, 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
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an Agreement between Williamson County and Lone Star Circle of Care in relation to the Wilco Forward Grant Program that is funded through the CARES Act for response to the Coronavirus Disease (COVID 19) pandemic thru December 30, 2020 and the remainder of the contract to be funded thru the Tobacco Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an Agreement between Williamson County and Lone Star Circle of Care in relation to the Wilco Forward Grant Program that is funded through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act for response to the Coronavirus Disease (COVID 19) pandemic through December 30, 2020 and the remainder of the contract to be funded through the Tobacco Fund.

Aye:
County 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 an Agreement between Williamson County and First Baptist Church Georgetown in relation to the Wilco Forward Grant Program that is funded through the CARES Act for response to the Coronavirus Disease (COVID 19) pandemic.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an Agreement between Williamson County and First Baptist Church Georgetown in relation to the Wilco Forward Grant Program that is funded through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act for response to the Coronavirus Disease (COVID 19) pandemic.

Aye:
County 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 the proposal between Williamson County and Doyle Electric, LLC for electrical services at the Williamson County Animal Shelter, in the estimated amount of $4,707 and authorizing execution of the proposal.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the proposal between Williamson County and Doyle Electric, LLC for electrical services at the Williamson County Animal Shelter, in the estimated amount of $4,707.00 and 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:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Williamson County and Pitney Bowes, Inc. for SendSuite Tracking and equipment in the amount of $10,377.81 pursuant to BuyBoard contract #576-18, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the agreement between Williamson County and Pitney Bowes, Inc. for SendSuite Tracking and equipment in the amount of $10,377.81 pursuant to BuyBoard contract # 576-18 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 the purchase for in-car camera systems for new EMS vehicles from Ingram Technologies, LLC in the amount of $59,881.74, per the terms of DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-4025 and authorizing execution of the quote.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase for in-car camera systems for new Emergency Medical Services (EMS) vehicles from Ingram Technologies, LLC in the amount of $59,881.74, per the terms of the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-TSO-4025 and 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:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of Drug Information Management System (DIMS) software from DataGain, for County Court at Law #2, in the amount of $1,800.00 and authorizing execution of the associated documents.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the purchase of Drug Information Management System (DIMS) software from DataGain, for County Court at Law No. 2, in the amount of $1,800.00 and 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 the purchase of Drug Information Management System (DIMS) software from DataGain for Juvenile Services, in the amount of $1,800.00 and authorizing execution of the associated documents.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of Drug Information Management System (DIMS) software from DataGain for Juvenile Services, in the amount of $1,800.00 and 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:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the United Healthcare Services, Inc., Amendment 4, effective January 1, 2021, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract, with the exception of items stated in the Amendment No. 4, Financial Renewal and Terms.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the United Healthcare Services, Inc., Amendment 4, effective January 1, 2021, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract, with the exception of items stated in the Amendment No. 4, 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:
 
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on rejecting proposals submitted for RFP #2246 Haz Mat Billing Software and authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals under new RFP #T2721.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To reject proposals submitted for Request for Proposal (RFP) # 2246 Haz Mat Billing Software and authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals under new RFP # T2721.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Juvenile Justice Center RTU for Williamson County under RFP #T2795. Funding Source: P533.
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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 proposals for Juvenile Justice Center rooftop units (RTU) for Williamson County under Request for Proposal (RFP) # T2795 to be funded by P-533.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
26.
Receive and acknowledge approval of Change Order No. 10 from Prime Construction for the River Ranch County Park Project in the amount of $-297.72 (CREDIT), which was approved by Williamson County Facilities Director, Dale Butler, pursuant to the Commissioners Court’s prior delegation of change order approval authority pursuant to Loc. Gov’t Code Sec. 262.031.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 10 from Prime Construction for the River Ranch County Park Project for a credit in the amount of $297.72, which was approved by Williamson County Facilities Director Dale Butler pursuant to the Commissioners Court's prior delegation of change order approval authority pursuant to Local Government Code Section 262.031.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase from Knight Security Systems, LLC to provide Video Surveillance System for Williamson County's Inner Loop Annex in the amount of $10,574.60 per the terms of DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4494.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase from Knight Security Systems, LLC to provide Video Surveillance System for Williamson County's Inner Loop Annex in the amount of $10,574.60 per the terms of the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-CPO-4494.

Aye:
County 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 approving Work Authorization No. 1 for the Jail Magistrate Court, Elevator 9, and Chiller 4 (P540) in the amount of $298,000.00 to expire on June 22, 2022, under Williamson County First Amended and Restated Agreement for Architectural and Engineering Services between Williamson County and Talex Inc, Engineers dated November 24, 2020.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 1 for the Jail Magistrate Court, Elevator 9, and Chiller 4 (P-540) in the amount of $298,000.00 to expire on June 22, 2022, under Williamson County First Amended and Restated Agreement for Architectural and Engineering Services between Williamson County and Talex Inc, Engineers dated November 24, 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
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To amend the previous Motion correcting "Work Authorization No. 1" to "Work Authorization No. 2".

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2019 CIP transfer to move $71,230.99 P541 (Jail-Add'l Elevator-North Side) and $117,515.02  P542 (Jail Additional Chiller) to P540 (Jail Renovations Phase II).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a 2019 Capital Improvement Project (CIP) transfer to move $71,230.99 from Jail-Additional Elevator-North Side P-541 and $117,515.02 from Jail Additional Chiller P-542 to Jail Renovations Phase II P-540.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2020 CIP transfer to move $428,769.01 from P541 (Jail-Add'l Elevator-North Side) to P540 (Jail Renovations Phase II).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a 2020 Capital Improvement Project (CIP) transfer to move $428,769.01 from P-541 Jail-Additional Elevator-North Side to P-540 Jail Renovations Phase II.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2021 CIP transfer to move $600,000.00 from P545 (Pretrial (CJC Temp Office)) to P515 (Justice Center Remodel).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a 2021 Capital Improvement Project (CIP) transfer to move $600,000.00 from P-545 Pre-trial CJC Temp Office to P-515 Justice Center Remodel.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2018 CIP transfer to move $182,484.98  P542 (Jail Additional Chiller) to P540 (Jail Renovations Phase II).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a 2018 Capital Improvement Project (CIP) transfer to move $182,484.98 from P-542 Jail Additional Chiller to P-540 Jail Renovations Phase II.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting the corrected spreadsheet for Statewide Materials Transport Ltd for IFB T2080, awarded on the 12.08.2020 agenda, item number 33.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To accept the corrected spreadsheet for Statewide Materials Transport, Ltd for Invitation for Bid (IFB) T2080, awarded on the December 8, 2020 agenda, item number 33.

Aye:
County 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 Change Order No 1 to contract number IFB T749, in the amount of -$32,379.06 for Chandler Road Milling, Sealing and Overlay from SH 130 to FM 1660. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.003599.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 to contract number IFB T749, for a credit in the amount of $32,379.06 for Chandler Road Milling, Sealing and Overlay from State Highway (SH) 130 to Farm to Market (FM) 1660 to be funded by 01.0200.0210.003599.

Aye:
County 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 Change Order No 1, to contract number IFB T1498, in the amount of $67,610.00 for the Shell Road and Shell Spur Milling, Sealing and Overlay Project. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.003599.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 to contract number IFB T1498, in the amount of $67,610.00, for the Shell Road and Shell Spur Milling, Sealing and Overlay Project to be funded by 01.0200.0210.003599.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Portland Cement under IFB #T2791.
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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 bids for Portland Cement under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # T2791.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #T2164 Crushed Granite Base to the lowest and best offer, Statewide Materials Transport, LTD as the primary vendor.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # T2164 Crushed Granite Base to the lowest and best offer, Statewide Materials Transport, Ltd as the primary vendor.

Aye:
County 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 the Williamson County Landfill Annual Report for fiscal year 09/01/2019 through 08/31/2020 for Waste Management.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To accept the Williamson County Landfill Annual Report for fiscal year September 1, 2019 through August 31, 2020 for Waste Management.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on recognizing Jay Schade, Senior Director of Williamson County Technology Services, on his retirement after 20 years of service to the County.
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Director of Public Safety Technology Richard Simple and Senior Director of Technology Services Jay Schade addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To recognize Senior Director of Williamson County Technology Services Jay Schade on his retirement after 20 years of service to the County.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on the Wilco Forward grant program, setting budget priorities in relation to remaining CARES Act funds and possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act funds.
Those who addressed the Court:
County Treasurer Scott Heselmeyer
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
General Counsel for Commissioners Court Hal C. Hawes 
Senior Director of Emergency Services Chris Connealy
 

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

Motion: To amend the current Professional Services Agreement for COVID 19 testing between Williamson County and Family Emergency Room, LLC for an additional six months, add $200,000.00 of Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding to the current not-to-exceed funding amount of $450,000.00 for a new total not-to-exceed amount of $650,000.00 and authorize the County Judge to sign all related 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
__________________________________________________________________
 

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

Motion: To amend an agreement with Baylor Scott and White for COVID-19 testing for an additional six months for Williamson County first responders and authorize the County Judge to sign all related 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
__________________________________________________________________
 

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

Motion: To amend the Social Service Agreements with the Young Men's Christian Academy (YMCA) of Greater Williamson County, Williamson County Salvation Army Center, The Caring Center and Round Rock Area Service Center for an additional six months and authorize the County Judge to sign all related 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:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the renewal of BLS and ALS affiliation agreement between Williamson County EMS and Temple College.
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Senior Director of Emergency Services Chris Connealy addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the renewal of Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advance Life Support (ALS) affiliation agreement between Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Temple College.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the contract between Texas Health and Human Services Commission and Williamson County related to the funding for Opioid Emergency Response Pilot Project as administered by Williamson County Mobile Outreach Team.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the contract between Texas Health and Human Services Commission and Williamson County related to the funding for Opioid Emergency Response Pilot Project as administered by Williamson County Mobile Outreach 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
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to re-appoint John Pelczar, Director of Operations, for Juvenile Services to the Williamson County Benefits Committee as recommended by the Benefits Committee.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To reappoint Director of Operations John Pelczar for Juvenile Services to the Williamson County Benefits Committee as recommended by the Benefits Committee.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the County Judge to execute the required Williamson County Cafeteria #125 Plan documents; Williamson County Formal Record of Action and the Williamson County Adoption Agreement-Cafeteria Plan as prepared by Premier Pension Solutions.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the required Williamson County Cafeteria # 125 Plan documents; Williamson County Formal Record of Action and the Williamson County Adoption Agreement-Cafeteria Plan as prepared by Premier Pension 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:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:25 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2020.
 
45.
10:00am Public Hearing - Conduct a public hearing to move $171,618.81 from Dept. 572 Adult Probation to Dept. 591 Pre Trial to fund four new positions.
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There were no comments.  No action was taken on this item.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:26 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2020.
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on creating four new positions in Pre Trial Services with funding previously approved in the FY21 Budget.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve four new positions in Pre-Trial Services with funding previously approved in the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 (FY21) 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
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on exempting Satellite Tracking of People, LLC from competitive bidding requirements per Texas Local Government Code §262.024(a)(7)(2) to preserve or protect the public health and safety of residents of the county 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 exempt Satellite Tracking of People, LLC from competitive bidding requirements per Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(7)(2) to preserve or protect the public health and safety of residents of the county 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:
 
48.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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No action was taken on this item.
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ #T1853 Corridor E Planning to the overall most qualified respondents BGE, Inc and Halff Associates and authorizing execution of the agreements.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To award Request for Quote (RFQ) # T1853 Corridor E Planning to the overall most qualified respondents BGE, Inc. and Halff Associates and authorize 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:
 
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #T2526 Striping to the lowest and best bidder, DIJ Construction, Inc.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # T2526 Striping to the lowest and best bidder, DIJ Construction, Inc.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Sylvia Rivera for right of way needed on the SE Loop project (Parcel 11). 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 approve a Real Estate Contract with Sylvia Rivera for the right-of-way needed on the Southeast (SE) Loop Project (Parcel 11) 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:
 
52.
DIscuss, consider and take appropriate action on a claim for fixed moving expense on Parcel 12 (Miller).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a claim for fixed moving expense for Brian Miller and Tina Miller (Parcel 12).

Aye:
County 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 10:32 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2020.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:34 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2020.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:35 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2020.
 
53.
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: O'Connor Signal Project
    d)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 278
    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 CR 366. 
    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 real property for future SH 29 corridor. 
    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/Corridor A. 
    s)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
    t)     Discuss the acquisition of right of way for the Great Oaks Bridge Project. 
    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)    Potential governmental uses for 8th Street downtown parking lot 
    c)    Discuss possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (formerly occupied by WCCHD)
    d)    Discuss property usage at Longhorn Junction
    e)    Discuss sale of excess 183A right of way to abutting property owner. 
    f)     Discuss the sale of excess ROW at San Gabriel Parkway and Mel Mathis Ave. 
    g)    Discuss Blue Springs Boulevard
    h)    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
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
54.
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
    k)    Project Liberty
    l)     Project Long Haul
    m)   Project Bon Jovi
    n)    Project Crystal
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
55.
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. David Bernhardt, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
f) 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.
g) 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
h) Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
i) 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.
j) 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
k) D-1-GN-19-005511; Brian Johns v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 53rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
l) 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.
m) Claim of Regina Wright.
n) Cause No. 19-0406-C368; Anthony Garcia and Victoria Garcia et al. v. Stephen Wade Freeman et al. v. Wayne Finch et al.; In the 368th District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
o) Case: 1:20-CV-255-LY; Jay Kreper v. Williamson County et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
p) Cause No. 20-0752-C26; County of Williamson, by and through the Williamson County Commissioners Court v. Robert Chody, Individually and in his Official Capacity as Sheriff of Williamson County; In the 26th District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
q) Case Number 1:20-cv-01068-LY; Javier Ambler, Sr., et al. v. Williamson County, Texas, , In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
r) Case 1:20-cv-00927-LY; Heather Vargas v. Williamson County, Texas; In The United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas Austin Division.
s) Case No. 1:20-CV-00842; SonWest Co. v. J. TERRON EVERSTON, in his official capacity as Williamson County Engineer, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
t) Civil Action No. 1:20-cv-836; Elizabeth Firey v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas Austin Division.
u) Cause No. 20-1213-C368; Michael Klier v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
v) Legal matters relating to Bailey Park Subdivision, Jarrell, Texas.
w) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
x) Claim of the Estate of Okey Floyd Jones, Sr.
y) Claim, of Ramsey Mitchell.
z) Cause No. 20-1151-C395; Sarah Ackman v. Williamson County; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County Texas.
aa) Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an amendment to the Release and Indemnity Agreement executed by Terry Ballard on December 10, 2018.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
56.
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 11:28 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2020.
 
57.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
58.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other 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. David Bernhardt, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
f) 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.
g) 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
h) Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
i) 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.
j) 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
k) D-1-GN-19-005511; Brian Johns v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 53rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
l) 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.
m) Claim of Regina Wright.
n) Cause No. 19-0406-C368; Anthony Garcia and Victoria Garcia et al. v. Stephen Wade Freeman et al. v. Wayne Finch et al.; In the 368th District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
o) Case: 1:20-CV-255-LY; Jay Kreper v. Williamson County et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
p) Cause No. 20-0752-C26; County of Williamson, by and through the Williamson County Commissioners Court v. Robert Chody, Individually and in his Official Capacity as Sheriff of Williamson County; In the 26th District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
q) Case Number 1:20-cv-01068-LY; Javier Ambler, Sr., et al. v. Williamson County, Texas, , In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
r) Case 1:20-cv-00927-LY; Heather Vargas v. Williamson County, Texas; In The United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas Austin Division.
s) Case No. 1:20-CV-00842; SonWest Co. v. J. TERRON EVERSTON, in his official capacity as Williamson County Engineer, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
t) Civil Action No. 1:20-cv-836; Elizabeth Firey v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas Austin Division.
u) Cause No. 20-1213-C368; Michael Klier v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
v) Legal matters relating to Bailey Park Subdivision, Jarrell, Texas.
w) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
x) Claim of the Estate of Okey Floyd Jones, Sr.
y) Claim, of Ramsey Mitchell.
z) Cause No. 20-1151-C395; Sarah Ackman v. Williamson County; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County Texas.
aa) Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an amendment to the Release and Indemnity Agreement executed by Terry Ballard on December 10, 2018.
 

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

aa) Motion: To approve an Amended Release and Indemnity Agreement originally executed by Terry Ballard on December 10, 2018.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
60.
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.
 
61.
Comments from Commissioners.
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey wished everyone a Merry Christmas and many blessings for 2021; also wanted to remind everyone that Commissioners Court will not be held on Tuesday, January 5, 2021.
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:30 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2020.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 12th day of January, 2021.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk