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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JANUARY 26, 2021


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:32 A.M. on TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 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 19, 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.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,954,186.06 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
3.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Robin Breed of Georgetown
Nancy Einhorn of Round Rock
Lina Terrell of Georgetown
Barbara Siddell of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Marcia Strickler of Austin, Williamson County
 
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 – 14 )
 
4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 01/20/2021 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 20, 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:
 
5.
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:
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the use of 321 Ed Schmidt Blvd., Suite 100, Hutto, Texas as a Public Polling Place for the purpose of a Special Election for the City of Hutto during the period from February 16, 2021 to March 8, 2021.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the use of 321 Ed Schmidt Boulevard, Suite 100, Hutto, Texas as a Public Polling Place for the purpose of a Special Election for the City of Hutto during the period from February 16, 2021 to March 8, 2021.

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)
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Master Service Agreement for Evidence Testing for the Sheriff's Office with Bode Cellmark Forensics, Inc, d/b/a Bode Technology, and ratifying Purchase Order #176527.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Master Service Agreement for Evidence Testing for the Sheriff's Office with Bode Cellmark Forensics, Inc., d/b/a Bode Technology, and ratifying Purchase Order # 176527.

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 approving the service contract between Williamson County and Premier Tower Services LLC to provide the setup for ROHN SSV tower in the not-to-exceed amount of $8,500.00, and authorizing execution of the contract. Funding source is P315.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the service contract between Williamson County and Premier Tower Services, LLC to provide the setup for ROHN SSV tower in the not-to-exceed amount of $8,500.00 and authorize the execution of the contract to be funded by P-315.

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 the Professional Services Agreement between Williamson County and K&W Engineering Solutions, LLC to provide Design and Engineering Services for the Williamson County Georgetown Annex Water Softener Remodel in the amount of $3,100.00.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Professional Services Agreement between Williamson County and K&W Engineering Solutions, LLC to provide Design and Engineering Services for the Williamson County CHD Lobby and Janitor Remodel (P535) in the amount of $2,100.00.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Professional Services Agreement between Williamson County and K&W Engineering Solutions to provide Design and Engineering Services for the Williamson County JJC Remote Restroom (P528) in the amount of $4,400.00.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Professional Services Agreement between Williamson County and K&W Engineering Solutions to provide Design and Engineering Services for the Williamson County CJC Pretrial Services Remodel (P545) in the amount of $2,600.00.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Professional Services Agreement between Williamson County and K&W Engineering Solutions to provide Design and Engineering Services for the Williamson County Justice Center (CJC) Pre-trial Services Remodel (P-515) in the amount of $2,600.00, with a correction from "(P-545)" to "(P-515)".

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 a service contract between Williamson County and Danne Cranor d/b/a Lott Fence to provide installation of a new fence at the Williamson County Auction Yard in the not-to-exceed amount of $20,761.08 and authorizing execution of the agreement. Funding Source is P538.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a service contract between Williamson County and Danne Cranor d/b/a Lott Fence to provide installation of a new fence at the Williamson County Auction Yard in the not-to-exceed amount of $20,761.08 and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by P-538.

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 on an Interlocal Agreement with Aqua Utilities Inc. regarding reimbursement for water line relocations associated with the County’s roadway and drainage improvements of the South San Gabriel Ranches subdivision.
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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 Aqua Utilities, Inc. regarding reimbursement for water line relocations associated with the County’s roadway and drainage improvements of the South San Gabriel Ranches subdivision.

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
 
15.
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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Those who addressed the Court:
Lina Terrell of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Family Hospital Systems - Family Emergency Rooms Communications Director Jen Stratton
 

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

Motion: To approve a Vaccination Administration Agreement for Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Vaccinations between Williamson County and Curative Medical Associates, Inc.; 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:
 
16.
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.
County Treasurer Scott Heselmeyer addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an approval for Juvenile Services to apply for a grant through the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) to provide contract services to youths.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve Juvenile Services to apply for a grant through the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) to provide contract services to youths.

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 a Resolution authorizing the District Attorney to submit an application to the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office (PSO) for a Violence Against Women Justice and Training Program, FY2022 Project, committing to provide all applicable matching funds, designating the District Attorney as the official authorized to apply for the grant, and designating the Williamson County Judge, with approval of the Williamson County Commissioner’s Court, as the official authorized to accept, reject, alter, or terminate the grant, and providing assurance that, in the event of loss or misuse of grant funds Williamson County will return all funds to PSO.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a Resolution authorizing the District Attorney to submit an application to the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office (PSO) for a Violence Against Women Justice and Training Program, Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Project, committing to provide all applicable matching funds, designating the District Attorney as the official authorized to apply for the grant, and designating the Williamson County Judge, with approval of the Williamson County Commissioner Court, as the official authorized to accept, reject, alter, or terminate the grant, and providing assurance that, in the event of loss or misuse of grant funds Williamson County will return all funds to the PSO.

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 a Resolution to request legislation for the establishment of a new District Court and a new County Court at Law for Williamson County, Texas.
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Those who addressed the Court:
425th District Court Judge Betsy Lambeth
District Court Director of Administration Ron Morgan
District Attorney Shawn Dick
 

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

Motion: To approve a Resolution to request legislation for the establishment of a new District Court and a new County Court at Law for Williamson County, 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:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations.
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.367403 Park Donations $1,923.00

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)
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0510.003670 Use of Donations $1,923.00

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)
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving position classifications for Salary Study Cycle 4A.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve position classifications for Salary Study Cycle 4A.

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, as recommended by the Benefits Committee to re-appoint Terron Evertson, County Engineer of the Road and Bridge Department, new appointments for both James Carmona, Assistant Chief of the Sheriff's Office, and Mike Knipstein, Director of Emergency Medical Services to serve as a voting member on the Williamson County Benefits Committee.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: As recommended by the Benefits Committee to re-appoint Terron Evertson, County Engineer of the Road and Bridge Department, new appointments for both James Carmona, Assistant Chief of the Sheriff's Office, and Mike Knipstein, Director of Emergency Medical Services to serve as a voting member on the Williamson County Benefits Committee.

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 reclassification of vacant Animal Control Spec. Pcn#1239.001100 to Animal Control Supervisor proposed Grade B.26 and allow funding for reclassification from positions in Departments 560.001100 and 570.001100.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a reclassification of the vacant Animal Control Specialist, position control number (pcn#) 1239.001100, to Animal Control Supervisor proposed Grade B.26 and allow funding for reclassification from positions in Departments 560.001100 and 570.001100.

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.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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No action was taken on this item.
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the allocation of $11.15 (6.15M from General Fund budget and $5M from the Road & Bridge Budget) for the Transportation Corridor Program and the planning of the Ronald Reagan Corridor. The funds will be allocated into the following projects; $8.15M to P457 (LTP ROW), $600K to P385 (FM 2243 to SH 29), $600K to P386 (FM 3405 to RM 2338), $800K to P387 (RM 2338 to SH 195) and $1M being allocated to P388 (SH 195 to IH 35).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the allocation of $11,150,000.00 ($6,150,000.00 from General Fund budget and $5,000,000.00 from the Road & Bridge Budget) for the Transportation Corridor Program and the planning of the Ronald Reagan Corridor. The funds will be allocated into the following projects; $8,150,000.00 to P-457 (Long Range Transportation Plan Right-of-Way (LTP ROW)), $600,000.00 to P-385 (Farm to Market (FM) 2243 to State Highway (SH) 29), $600,000.00 to P-386 FM 3405 to Ranch to Market (RM) 2338), $800,000.00 to P-387 (RM 2338 to SH 195) and $1,000,000.00 being allocated to P-388 (SH 195 to Interstate Highway (IH) 35).

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 an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Georgetown Regarding the City/County Participation in the Design, Construction and Maintenance of Ronald Reagan Blvd. Intersection Improvements.
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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 Georgetown regarding the City/County Participation in the Design, Construction and Maintenance of Ronald Reagan Boulevard Intersection Improvements.

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 EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:34 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 2021.
 
28.
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.
 
29.
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.
 
30.
Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.071 consultation with attorney.), including the following:

a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Employee/personnel related matters
d) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
e) Civil Action No. 1:18-CV-49, Troy Mansfield v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
f) Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
g) 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.
h) 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
i) D-1-GN-19-005511; Brian Johns v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 53rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
j) 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.
k) Claim of Regina Wright.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) 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.
o) 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.
p) 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.
q) 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.
r) Legal matters relating to Bailey Park Subdivision, Jarrell, Texas.
s) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
t) Claim of the Estate of Okey Floyd Jones, Sr.
u) Claim, of Ramsey Mitchell.
v) Cause No. 20-1151-C395; Sarah Ackman v. Williamson County; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County Texas.
w) Legal matters pertaining to TENEX Software Solutions, Inc.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
31.
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 12:42 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 2021.
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Resolution to adopt and support the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council and Settlement Allocation Term Sheet.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a Resolution to adopt and support the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council and Settlement Allocation Term Sheet.

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:
 
33.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
34.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
35.
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 No. 1:18-CV-49, Troy Mansfield v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
f) Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
g) 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.
h) 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
i) D-1-GN-19-005511; Brian Johns v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 53rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
j) 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.
k) Claim of Regina Wright.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) 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.
o) 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.
p) 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.
q) 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.
r) Legal matters relating to Bailey Park Subdivision, Jarrell, Texas.
s) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
t) Claim of the Estate of Okey Floyd Jones, Sr.
u) Claim, of Ramsey Mitchell.
v) Cause No. 20-1151-C395; Sarah Ackman v. Williamson County; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County Texas.
w) Legal matters pertaining to TENEX Software Solutions, Inc.
No action was taken on this item.
 
36.
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.
 
37.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:43 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 2021.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 2nd day of February, 2020.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk