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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JANUARY 19, 2021


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:34 A.M. on TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2021, 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
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
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 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the January 12, 2021 meeting.

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

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $4,686,784.56 from the computer printout 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
3.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
Glenn Holzer of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Robin Breed of Georgetown
Jason Norwood of Georgetown
Shelby Little of Georgetown

No action was taken on this item.
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 4 – 32 )
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0499-003011 Computer Software <$5000 $800.00
To 0100-0499-003901 Publications, Books, Periodical $800.00

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)
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Line Item Transfer for Non-Departmental.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Contingencies $2,932.09
To 0100-0409-004419 Property Insurance $2,932.09

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)
 
6.
Discuss consider and take appropriate action acknowledging line item transfer of $500 or less completed by the County Auditor during October - December 2020 (FY21 1st quarter).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To acknowledge line item transfers of $500.00 or less completed by the County Auditor during October through December 2020 (Fiscal Year 2021 1st quarter).

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)
Attachments:
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Auction including one (1) 2004 Ford F150 and one (1) Communications Rack Mount Controller, 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) 2004 Ford F-150 and (1) Communications Rack Mount Controller, 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Inter-departmental Transfer including one (1) 2019 DSTX Enclosed Trailer, 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 Inter-departmental Transfer including (1) 2019 DSTX Enclosed Trailer, 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of December 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 collections for the month of December 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 01/12/2021 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 12, 2021 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the County Attorney December 2020 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's December 2020 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the County Attorney's Office Racial Profile report for 2020.
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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 2020.

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)
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, December 2020 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 December 2020 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
To consider and note in the minutes the completion of the required 20 hours of continuing education hours for County Clerk Nancy E. Rister as prescribed in Tx Govt Code 51.605.
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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 completion of the required 20 hours of continuing education for County Clerk Nancy E. Rister as prescribed in Texas Government Code Section 51.605.

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)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss and consider confirming the appointment of Noe Villarreal as a Pct.3 Deputy Constable.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To confirm the appointment of Noe Villarreal as a Precinct 3 Deputy Constable.

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)
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Mark Montgomery to the Weir ESD #6 board to fill the open seat left by the resignation of Dave Schumacher. The term is to commence immediately 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 appoint Mark Montgomery to the Weir Emergency Services District (ESD) No. 6 Board to fill the open seat left by the resignation of Dave Schumacher for a term to commence immediately and end 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on re-appointing Anne Cano, Dan Hejl and Irvin (Butch) Miller to the Emergency Service District (ESD) No. 3 Board with their term commencing effective on January 1, 2021 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2022.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To re-appoint Anne Cano, Dan Hejl and Irvin (Butch) Miller to the Emergency Service District (ESD) No. 3 Board with their term commencing January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2022.

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)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on re-appointing Robert Avant and Mike Rinderknecht to the Emergency Service District (ESD) NO. 10 Board with their terms commencing effective on January 1, 2021 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2022.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To re-appoint Robert Avant and Mike Rinderknecht to the Emergency Service District (ESD) No. 10 Board with their terms commencing January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2022.

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)
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an agreement with the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority Regarding (CTRMA) for off duty contracting services with Constable deputies.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an agreement with the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) for off duty contracting services with Constable deputies.

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)
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Taylor regarding the Regional Information Sharing for Emergency Response (RISER) Project.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Taylor regarding the Regional Information Sharing for Emergency Response (RISER) Project.

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)
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Short Form Agreement between Clarity Ventures and Williamson County for DNN Content Management System consulting and software update services in the amount of $23,013.00, to support the operations of the Williamson County IT Department 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 Short Form Agreement between Clarity Ventures and Williamson County for DNN Content Management System consulting and software update services in the amount of $23,013.00, to support the operations of the Williamson County Information Technology (IT) Department 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Specific Malpractice Insurance Coverage for Williamson County HazMat Team from Higginbotham Insurance for the annual premium of $2,571.00.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Specific Malpractice Insurance Coverage for Williamson County HazMat Team from Higginbotham Insurance for the annual premium of $2,571.00.

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)
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Maintenance Agreement for Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) in the ESOC in the amount of $32,836 and exempting Unified Power from the competitive bidding requirements for said service established by Section 262.024 (a)(7)(D) of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions, 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 Maintenance Agreement for Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) in the Emergency Services Operations Center (ESOC) in the amount of $32,836.00 and exempt Unified Power from the competitive bidding requirements for said service established by Section 262.024(a)(7)(D) of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an agreement between Idemia and Williamson County for digital photo capture software and hardware in the amount of $2,240 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an agreement between Idemia and Williamson County for digital photo capture software and hardware in the amount of $2,240.00 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 5 in the amount of $65,722.50 to expire on December 31, 2021 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping, LLC and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for CR 118 ROW Surveys. Funding source: P547.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 5 in the amount of $65,722.50 to expire on December 31, 2021 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping, LLC and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for County Road (CR) 118 Right-of-Way (ROW) Surveys to be funded by P-547.

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)
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the J A Needler subdivision – Precinct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the J A Needler subdivision – Precinct 4.

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)
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Hutto 130 subdivision – Precinct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Hutto 130 subdivision – Precinct 4.

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)
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch South Section 8A subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch South Section 8A subdivision – Precinct 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)
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch South Section 8B subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch South Section 8B subdivision – Precinct 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)
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch South Section 10B subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch South Section 10B subdivision – Precinct 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)
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 4 subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 4 subdivision – Precinct 3.

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)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Vaccination Administration Agreement for Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Vaccinations between Williamson County and Family Emergency Room, LLC; and exempting the procurement of such services from the competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024(a)(2) - an item necessary to preserve the health and safety of the residents of Williamson County.
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a Vaccination Administration Agreement for the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Vaccinations between Williamson County and Family Emergency Room, LLC; and exempt the procurement of such services from the competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024(a)(2) - an item necessary to preserve the health and safety of the residents of Williamson County.

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)
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Vaccination Administration Agreement for Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Vaccinations between Williamson County and Curative Medical Associates Inc.; and exempting the procurement of such services from the competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024(a)(2) - an item necessary to preserve the health and safety of the residents of Williamson County.
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
35.
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.
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill and County Treasurer Scott Heselmeyer addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To transfer from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Funding $365,000.00 from Wilco Reserve to Wilco Professional Services; $200,000.00 from Wilco Phase III Reserve to Wilco Emergency Services Districts (ESD); $3,919,000.00 from Wilco Phase III Reserve and Remaining Funds to Rent and Utility Assistance; and $29,406.42 from Remaining Funds to the First Baptist Church of Georgetown.

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

Motion: To approve an extension for the Wilco Forward Program - Phase III rent and utility assistance from three months to six months for those financially impacted by COVID-19.

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)
Attachments:
 
36.
Williamson County Justice of the Peace, Precinct Three is one of only six counties in the State of Texas to receive recognition from the Texas Association of Counties (TAC) for the 2020 County Best Practices Award for the court’s Financial Literacy Program.

Every other year, TAC's County Best Practices Awards Program recognizes noteworthy innovations and solutions that increase efficiency, improve operations or overcome obstacles facing county governments. These innovations and solutions help Texas counties better serve their residents. The best of them also serve as models that other counties can shape to fit their particular needs.
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Texas Association of Counties (TAC) County Relations Officer Alan Bristol and Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Judge Evelyn McLean addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
37.
To recognize Cynthia Tidwell, Donna Larue and Misty Lamb for their service and dedication to the Williamson County Clerk’s Office resulting in a 2020 Five-Star Local Registrar Vital Registration Award, Exemplary Designation, by the Texas Department of State Health Services Vital Statistics Unit.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To recognize Cynthia Tidwell, Donna LaRue and Misty Lamb for their service and dedication to the Williamson County Clerk’s Office resulting in a 2020 Five-Star Local Registrar Vital Registration Award, Exemplary Designation, by the Texas Department of State Health Services Vital Statistics Unit.

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)
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on agreements for case management services for the Williamson County Transformative Justice Program.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve agreements for case management services for the Williamson County Transformative Justice Program.

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)
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an updated State Plan of Operation (SPO) Agreement between the State of Texas and the Williamson County Sheriff's Office with respect to excess Department of Defense (DOD) personal property transferred pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2576a.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an updated State Plan of Operation (SPO) Agreement between the State of Texas and the Williamson County Sheriff's Office with respect to excess Department of Defense (DOD) personal property transferred pursuant to 10 United States Code (U.S.C.) 2576a.

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)
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a policy exception for a new hire for the County Attorney's Office.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons and County Attorney Dee Hobbs addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a policy exception for a new hire for the County Attorney's Office for Position Control Number (PCN) 0066.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Nay:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
 
41.
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 acknowledging additional revenues for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional revenues for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0546.0000.367404 Animal Shelter Donations $32,474.86
0546.0000.367440 Jane's Fund Donations $28,678.82
0546.0000.367441 Special Project Donations $17,000.00
0546.0000.367442 Play Yard Donations 3,346.22
0546.0000.367443 Heart Worm Donations $2,970.00
0546.0000.367445 SIT Team Donations $15,867.02
0546.0000.367447 Animal Transport Donations $1,686.78
0546.0000.367448 Kitten Care Donations 14,665.74
0546.0000.370150 Sales of Pet Care Products $1,238.03

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)
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0546.0546.003510 Purchases for Resale $1,238.03
0546.0546.003670 Use of Donations $32,474.86
0546.0546.004100 Professional Services $28,678.82
0546.0546.004105 Foster Home Care $14,665.74
0546.0546.004109 Special Needs $17,000.00
0546.0546.004231 Travel $1,686.78
0546.0546.004232 Training $15,867.02
0546.0546.004509 Facility Enhancements $3,346.22
0546.0546.004975 Animal Medical Care $2,970.00

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)
 
43.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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No action was taken on this item.
 
44.
Receive the January 2021 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation.
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No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Letter of Transfer / Ownership to the Texas Archeological Research Laboratory (TARL) for permanent curation (records only) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process. This is required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the Great Oaks Bridge project, a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 1. P: 270  Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a Letter of Transfer / Ownership to the Texas Archeological Research Laboratory (TARL) for permanent curation (records only) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the Great Oaks Bridge project, a Road Bond project in Precinct 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Claim for Actual Moving Expenses for re-establishment costs related to the Wheeler Coating Asphalt/Old Castle Materials tract on the N. Mays project. (Parcel 3). Funding Source: Road Bonds P236
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a Claim for Actual Moving Expenses for re-establishment costs related to the Wheeler Coating Asphalt/Old Castle Materials tract on the North Mays Project (Parcel 3) to be funded by Road Bond P-236.

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)
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Order Regarding Annexation of Westview Drive into the City Limits of Round Rock, Texas.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an Order Regarding Annexation of Westview Drive into the City Limits of Round Rock, Texas.

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)
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Binstor LLC for right of way needed on the CR 366 project (Parcel 5). Funding Source: Road Bonds P296
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Binstor, LLC for the right-of-way needed on the County Road (CR) 366 project (Parcel 5) to be funded by Road Bond P-296.

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)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:06 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2021.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:08 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2021.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:08 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2021.
 
49.
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 278
    d)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
    e)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Seward Junction SE and SW Loop. 
    f)     Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 29 @ DB Wood.
    g)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 366. 
    h)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for N. Mays.
    i)     Discuss Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.
    j)     Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 111.
    k)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
    l)     Discuss the acquisition of real property for future SH 29 corridor. 
    m)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for the expansion of Ronald Reagan at IH 35.
    n)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
    o)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
    p)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
    q)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for SE Loop/Corridor A. 
    r)     Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
    s)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. 
    t)     Discuss the acquisition of real property in conjunction with WCCF for potential parkland/bird habitat.
    u)    Discuss the acquisition of drainage/detention easements for real property North of WMCO Juvenile Detention Center
    v)    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 the sale of excess ROW at San Gabriel Parkway and Mel Mathis Ave. 
    f)     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.
 
50.
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
    o)    Project Link
    p)    Project Winston
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
51.
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) Legal matters relating to Bailey Park Subdivision, Jarrell, Texas.
v) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
w) Claim of the Estate of Okey Floyd Jones, Sr.
x) Claim, of Ramsey Mitchell.
y) Cause No. 20-1151-C395; Sarah Ackman v. Williamson County; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County Texas.
z) Legal matters pertaining to TENEX Software Solutions, Inc.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
52.
Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors, employees and/or positions, including but not limited to conducting deliberation and discussion pertaining to annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters).
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 1:39 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2021.
 
53.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
54.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
55.
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) Legal matters relating to Bailey Park Subdivision, Jarrell, Texas.
v) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
w) Claim of the Estate of Okey Floyd Jones, Sr.
x) Claim, of Ramsey Mitchell.
y) Cause No. 20-1151-C395; Sarah Ackman v. Williamson County; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County Texas.
z) Legal matters pertaining to TENEX Software Solutions, Inc.
 

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

p) Motion: To authorize legal counsel to enter into a mutually agreeable non-suit with prejudice and dismissal of all claims between Williamson County and Robert Chody in 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 Wiliamson County; In the 26th District Court of Williamson County, Texas.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent from the Dais)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
 
56.
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.
 
57.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 1:41 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2021.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 26th day of January, 2021.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk