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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
FEBRUARY 23, 2021


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:34 A.M. on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 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
  • 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 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the February 9, 2021 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.
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained in regard to payment to invoice(s) for James Construction (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $9,038,390.81 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.
Marcia Strickler of Austin, Williamson County addressed the Court.  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 – 21 )
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for County Court at Law #1.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for County Court at Law #1 (CCL#1):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non-Departmental / Contingencies $9,269.96
To 0100-0426-001107 CCL#1 / TempSeasonal $8,611.20
To 0100-0426-002010 CCL#1 / FICA $658.76

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Emergency Management.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Management:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0541.004541 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair $1,500.00
To 0100.0541.003011 Software Maintenance $1,500.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a budget line item transfer for Juvenile Services.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Juvenile Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0576.004102 Residential Services $10,000.00
To 0100.0576.004543 Repairs to Equipment $2,000.00
To 0100.0576.005003 Equipment > $5,000.00 $8,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Auction including three (3) Chevy Tahoes, one (1) Dodge Charger, one (1) Ford Taurus and one (1) Ford Explorer, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Auction including (3) Chevy Tahoes, (1) Dodge Charger, (1) Ford Taurus and (1) Ford Explorer, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Interlocal Agreement with Milam County and Williamson County for the sale of surplus equipment to include: One (1) Motor Grader and One (1) Pneumatic Roller in accordance with Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152 (a)(1).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the Interlocal Agreement with Milam County and Williamson County for the sale of surplus equipment to include: (1) Motor Grader and (1) Pneumatic Roller in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152(a)(1).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of January 2021 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve property tax collections for the month of January 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
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 02/09/2021 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through February 9, 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
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the 2020 racial profiling report from the Williamson County Sheriff Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To acknowledge the 2020 racial profiling report from the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
12.
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 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

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:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Dr. Christine Mann to the Williamson County Child Welfare Board.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To appoint Dr. Christine Mann to the Williamson County Child Welfare Board.

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:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Del Carmen Consulting, LLC and Williamson County for Sandra Bland Act and the Texas Racial Profiling Law Compliance and Related Services for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $4,850, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the agreement between Del Carmen Consulting, LLC and Williamson County for the Sandra Bland Act and the Texas Racial Profiling Law Compliance and Related Services for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $4,850.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Interim Amendment due to the Coronavirus with Aramark Correctional Services, LLC operating under Contract #1605-081 for Food Services for Williamson County Jail, for the term of January 26, 2021, through the remainder of the contract term July 31, 2021.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To authorize the Interim Amendment due to the Coronavirus with Aramark Correctional Services, LLC operating under Contract # 1605-081 for Food Services for Williamson County Jail, for the term of January 26, 2021, through the remainder of the contract term July 31, 2021.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the appointment of Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, Angel Gomez, with general authority to approve invoices and change orders for the Juvenile Justice Center RTU Replacement Project (P533) for any increase or decrease in cost of $30,000 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code; changes in Plans and Specifications; provided, however, the original contract price may not be increased by more than 25% and the original contract price may not be decreased by 18% or more without the consent of the contractor.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the appointment of Williamson County Facilities Project Manager Angel Gomez with general authority to approve invoices and change orders for the Juvenile Justice Center RTU Replacement Project (P-533) for any increase or decrease in cost of $30,000.00 or less in accordance with Section 262.031 of the Local Government Code; changes in Plans and Specifications; provided, however, the original contract price may not be increased by more than 25% and the original contract price may not be decreased by 18% or more without the consent of the contractor.

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
 
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Quote #LG20-430258 616 /C between TechCenter Design, INC and Williamson County for Inner Loop 616 Furniture Install in the amount of $69,286.24 pursuant to Sourcewell Contract #OT53838BZ1 #121919-KII and authorizing execution of the Service Agreement. Funding Source P434.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve Quote # LG20-430258 616/C between TechCenter Design, Inc. and Williamson County for Inner Loop 616 Furniture Install in the amount of $69,286.24 pursuant to Sourcewell Contract # OT53838BZ1 # 121919-KII and authorize the execution of the Service Agreement to be funded by P-434.

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 Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between HNTB Corporation and Williamson County dated December 17, 2019 for Annual Fiscal Year Work Authorization. The funding source is Road Bonds.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 2 under Williamson County Contract between HNTB Corporation and Williamson County dated December 17, 2019 for Annual Fiscal Year Work Authorization to be funded by Road Bonds.

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 authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Corrugated Metal Piping under IFB #T3171.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Corrugated Metal Piping under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # T3171.

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
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting the corrected spreadsheet for DIJ Construction, INC for IFB #T2526, awarded on the 12.22.2020 agenda (Agenda Item #50).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To accept the corrected spreadsheet for DIJ Construction, Inc. for Invitation for Bid (IFB) # T2526, awarded on the December 22, 2020 agenda (Agenda Item # 50).

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 approval of the preliminary plat for the Northgate Ranch Phase 2, Sections 1-5 subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Northgate Ranch Phase 2, Sections 1-5 subdivision – Precinct 2.

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
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging the receipt of the Certificate of Achievement in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2019 and the Award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2019 from the Government Finance Officers Association.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Order Extending a Declaration of Local State of Disaster for Williamson County, Texas in relation to the severe winter weather event occurring in February 2021; with such extension continuing until otherwise terminated by Order of the Williamson County Commissioners Court.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
24.
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 Williamson County Disaster Relief.
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley and Senior Director of Facilities Management and Planning Dale Butler addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

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 Williamson County Disaster Relief revising the amount from "$200,000.00" to "$300,000.00":

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0409-004987 Non-Departmental / Disaster Relief $300,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
25.
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 Radio Communication System Fund.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
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 acknowledging additional expenditures for the Radio Communication System (RCS) Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0507-0507-004510 RCS / Facility Maintentance & Repair $14,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on amending the "Bad Weather" policy (currently in the Employee Policy Manual).
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Catastrophic Pay policy in relation to the Winter Weather Event of February 2021.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
Attachments:
 
28.
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.
No action was taken on this item.
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on matters relating to Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccinations in Williamson County, to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on administration of vaccines in Williamson County, coordination and programming of vaccination sites, locations and/or clinics, amending vaccination administration agreements with vaccination service providers Curative Medical Associates PA and Family Emergency Room, LLC and communication and outreach efforts regarding vaccinations.
Information Technology Chief Information Officer Richard Semple addressed the Court.
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on exempting Larry Perez Signs and Graphix from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemptions as set forth under Texas Local Government Code §§ 262.024.(4), 262.024.(7)(A) and 262.024.(7)(D), for the one-time purchase of vehicle decals in the amount of $6,925.00.
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General Counsel to Commissioners Court Hal C. Hawes and Purchasing Agent / Director Randy Barker addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To exempt Larry Perez Signs and Graphix from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemptions as set forth under Texas Local Government Code Sections 262.024.(4), 262.024.(7)(A) and 262.024.(7)(D), for the one-time purchase of vehicle decals in the amount of $6,925.00.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the renewal of BLS affiliation agreement between Williamson County EMS and Austin Community College.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the renewal of Basic Life Support (BLS) affiliation agreement between Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Austin Community 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:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the engagement of the law firm of Germer PLLC to represent Williamson County in relation to Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00074; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division; and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4).
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.
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33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of four (4) Chevrolet Tahoes in the amount of $216,000.00 from Holiday Chevrolet per the Tarrant County Cooperative Contract #2019-181 to support the operations of the Precinct 1 Constable's Office.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of (4) Chevrolet Tahoes in the amount of $216,000.00 from Holiday Chevrolet per the Tarrant County Cooperative Contract # 2019-181 to support the operations of the office for Constable Precinct 1.

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 approving the services agreement between Williamson County and Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc. to provide renovations to Williamson County Regional Park and Champion Park restrooms in the not-to-exceed amount of $146,272.27 per the terms of BuyBoard Contract #558-18 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the services agreement between Williamson County and Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc. to provide renovations to the Williamson County Regional Park and Champion Park restrooms in the not-to-exceed amount of $146,272.27 per the terms of BuyBoard Contract # 558-18 and authorize the execution of this 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:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the salary study results from Cycle 3B as presented by Human Resources and the timeline for funding the changes.
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Budget Officer Ashley Holladay addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the salary study results from Cycle 3B as presented by Human Resources and have the Budget Office submit a proposal to Commissioners Court of how the allocated $50,000.00 would be disbursed to fund those changes.

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 10:14 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2021.
 
36.
10:00 Conduct a public hearing relating to a request to move part-time salary dollars, hours, and related fringe funding within Department 510 - Parks between PCN’s #9948 and #9947 and discuss (1) the reason for the payment in excess of the previously approved budget amount, including the public purpose that will be served by making the excess payment; and (2) the exact amount of the excess payment, the sources of the payment, and the terms for distribution of the payment that effect and maintain the public purpose to be served by making the excess payment.
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No action was taken on this item.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:15 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2021.
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on transferring $4,456.95 from PCN #9948 to #9947 within the Parks Department 510 budget.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve transferring $4,456.95 from Position Control Number (PCN) # 9948 to # 9947 within the Parks Department 510 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
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:16 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2021.
 
38.
10:00 am Conduct a public hearing relating to a request to move salary surplus dollars in District Clerk Dept. #450 to PCN 0743 and PCN 1800 and discuss (1) the reason for the payment in excess of the previously approved budget amount, including the public purpose that will be served by making the excess payment; and (2) the exact amount of the excess payment, the sources of the payment, and the terms for distribution of the payment that effect and maintain the public purpose to be served by making the excess payment.
View Agenda Item
No action was taken on this item.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:17 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2021.
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to move funding within the District Clerk’s previously approved full time salary budget.
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District Clerk Lisa David addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve moving funding within the District Clerk’s previously approved full time salary 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
 
40.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 
41.
Receive the February 2021 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 5 in the amount of $194,528.81 for North Mays Extension (Capital Excavation), a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 1. P: 224  Funding Source: Road Bond
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 5 in the amount of $194,528.81 for the North Mays Extension (Capital Excavation), a Road Bond Project in Precinct 1 to be funded by Road Bond P-224.

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 on a Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Bagdad Road North contract between Williamson County and Binkley & Barfield, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program. Project: P343. Fund Source: Road Bonds.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Bagdad Road North contract between Williamson County and Binkley & Barfield, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bond Project P-343.

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 a Memorandum of Understanding with River Oaks Land Partners II, LLC.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Memorandum of Understanding with River Oaks Land Partners II, LLC.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
45.
Consider a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.385 acres) required for the construction of SH 29 @ DB Wood, and take appropriate action. (First Baptist Church)
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire 0.385 the property owned by the First Baptist Church of Georgetown for the construction of State Highway (SH) 29 at DB Wood Roadway Improvements Project (Parcel 5).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Abstain)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:21 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2021.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:22 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2021.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:22 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2021.
 
46.
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
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
47.
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
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
48.
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) Legal matters pertaining to TENEX Software Solutions, Inc.
w) Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-74; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
x) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
y) Legal matters and claims relating to the City of Austin purchasing property in Williamson County for purposes of operating temporary or permanent housing of homeless in Williamson County.
z) Notice of Charge of Discrimination - Bhavani Madisetti-Vemireddy TWCCRD Charge No.: 1A21443/EEOC Charge No.: 31C-2021-00348C.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
49.
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 11:45 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2021.
 
50.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
51.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
52.
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) Legal matters pertaining to TENEX Software Solutions, Inc.
w) Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-74; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
x) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
y) Legal matters and claims relating to the City of Austin purchasing property in Williamson County for purposes of operating temporary or permanent housing of homeless in Williamson County.
z) Notice of Charge of Discrimination - Bhavani Madisetti-Vemireddy TWCCRD Charge No.: 1A21443/EEOC Charge No.: 31C-2021-00348C.
No action was taken on this item.
 
53.
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.
 
54.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:46 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 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 March, 2021.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Exeuctive Assistant to County Clerk