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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
MARCH 16, 2021


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at  9:32 A.M. on TUESDAY, MARCH 16, 2021, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • 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
Absent:
  • County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
  • Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the March 9, 2021 meeting.

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $5,311,723.08 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
3.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Jason Norwood of Georgetown
Nancy Einhorn of Round Rock
Glenn Holzer of Georgetown
Joann Juhasz of Georgetown
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
Claudia Chavez of Cedar Park
Lauren McAndrews of Liberty Hill

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 – 19 )
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Juvenile Services.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Juvenile Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0576.003011 Computer Software $4,200.00
To 0100.0576.003010 Computer Equipment $4,200.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including One (1) 2014 Chevy Tahoe and One (1) 2012 Parker Pressure Washer Trailer, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including (1) 2014 Chevy Tahoe and (1) 2012 Parker Pressure Washer Trailer, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 03/102021 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through March 10, 2021 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of February 2021 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve property tax collections for the month of February 2021 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
View Agenda Item
This item was moved to the Regular Agenda where Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, January 2021 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 January 2021 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure Section 103.005.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2020 Racial Profiling and Comprehensive Analysis Report from Williamson County Constable Pct. 1.
View Agenda Item
This item was moved to the Regular Agenda.  
 

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

Motion: To approve the 2020 Racial Profiling and Comprehensive Analysis Report from Williamson County Constable Precinct 1.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Ranjit (Randy) Chhabra to the Williamson County Child Welfare Board.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To appoint Ranjit (Randy) Chhabra to the Williamson County Child Welfare Board.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a new lease agreement between Pitney Bowes, Inc. and Williamson County for a new postage meter in the amount of $60.63 per month, pursuant to Sourcewell (formerly NJPA) Contract #041917-PIT, and authorizing the execution of the lease.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a new lease agreement between Pitney Bowes, Inc. and Williamson County for a new postage meter in the amount of $60.63 per month, pursuant to Sourcewell (formerly NJPA) Contract # 041917-PIT and authorize the execution of the lease.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the lease agreements between Williamson County and Sharp Electronics Corp. for three (3) copiers in the amount of $54.47 per month per copier, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4433.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the lease agreements between Williamson County and Sharp Electronics Corporation for (3) copiers in the amount of $54.47 per month per copier, pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract # DIR-CPO-4433.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the renewal of Smartnet with Presidio Networked Solutions Group in the amount of $70,699.47 per the terms of DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-4167 and authorizing execution of the quote.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the renewal of Smartnet with Presidio Networked Solutions Group in the amount of $70,699.47 per the terms of the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-TSO-4167 and authorize the execution of the quote.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting a report on the Williamson County Inner Loop Annex Project (P434); Vaughn Construction Change Order #41 in the amount of $24,773.00. This change order is being funded by owner’s contingency from within the original project budget.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To accept a report on the Williamson County Inner Loop Annex Project (P-434) and approve Change Order No. 41 with Vaughn Construction in the amount of $24,773.00 to be funded by owner’s contingency from within the original project budget.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Doucet & Associates and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for Engineering Services Smith Branch Flood Control near Juvenile Justice Center. Funding source: P519.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Doucet & Associates and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for Engineering Services Smith Branch Flood Control near Juvenile Justice Center to be funded by P-519.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Oncor Power Distribution Line Easement between Williamson County and Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC relating to an easement that is necessary for operations at the Williamson County Landfill.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an Oncor Power Distribution Line Easement between Williamson County and Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC relating to an easement that is necessary for operations at the Williamson County Landfill.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Cher Acres subdivision – Precinct 3.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Cher Acres subdivision – Precinct 3.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the revised preliminary plat for the Cool Water subdivision – Precinct 3.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the revised preliminary plat for the Cool Water subdivision – Precinct 3.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Interlocal Agreement for Fire Code and Investigations between the City of Bartlett and Williamson County.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement for Fire Code and Investigations between the City of Bartlett and Williamson County.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Interlocal Agreement for Fire Code and Investigations between the City of Florence and Williamson County.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement for Fire Code and Investigations between the City of Florence and Williamson County.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Interlocal Agreement for Fire Code and Investigations between the City of Granger and Williamson County.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement for Fire Code and Investigations between the City of Granger and Williamson County.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Interlocal Agreement for Fire Code and Investigations between the City of Thrall and Williamson County.
View Agenda Item
 

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

To approve an Interlocal Agreement for Fire Code and Investigations between the City of Thrall and Williamson County.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a blanket purchase order for fuel to Fuelman in the amount of $150,000 pursuant to Omnia Partners contract #R161501.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a blanket purchase order for fuel to Fuelman in the amount of $150,000.00 pursuant to Omnia Partners contract # R161501 to support the operations of the Sheriff's Office.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on allowing the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to use the vacant DPS building located at 515 Pine St., Georgetown for training purposes March 22-26, 2021.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To allow the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to use the vacant Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) building located at 515 Pine Street, Georgetown for training purposes March 22-26, 2021.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
26.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the renewal between Clarity Ventures and Williamson County for DNN Evoq Content on production license with a Platinum Support Plan in the amount of $25,730.00 for one (1) year to support the operations of the Williamson County IT Department for the wilco.org website and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
Chief Information Officer Deputy Alison Gleason

 
 

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

Motion: To approve the agreement between Clarity Ventures and Williamson County for DNN Evoq Content on production license with a Platinum Support Plan in the amount of $25,730.00 for (1) year to support the operations of the Williamson County Information Technology (IT) Department for the wilco.org website and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Line Item Transfer between Pretrial Services and the District Courts.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers between Pre-trial Services and the District Courts (Dist Cts):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0591-001107 Pre-trial / Temporary Labor $29,671.00
To 0100-0435-001107 All Dist Cts / Temporary Labor $29,671.00
From 0100-0591-002010 Pre-trial / FICA $2,269.83
To 0100-0435-002010 All Dist Cts / FICA $2,269.83

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Debt Services Fund.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0600.0600.004098 Payment to Refunding Escrow Agent $194,864,476.55

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
29.
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 revenue for the Debt Service Fund.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
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 revenue for the Debt Service Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0600.0000.370400 Proceeds From Bond / CO Issuances $193,430,000.00
0600.0000.370401 Premium From Bond / CO Issuances $1,434,476.55

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
30.
Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the Debt Service Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the Debt Service Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0600.0600.006631 Series 11 LTD Tax Refund-Int $182,125.00
From 0600.0600.006632 Series 11 Pass-Thru Toll-Int $126,656.75
From 0600.0600.006633 Series 12 LTD Tax Refund-Int $1,707,381.75
From 0600.0600.006635 Series 13 LTD Tax Refund-Int $1,060,700.00
From 0600.0600.006636 Series 13 Pass-Thru Toll-Int $194,400.00
From 0600.0600.006637 Series 14 UNL Tax Road-Int $688,597.80
To 0600.0600.004098 Pymt to Refunding Escrow Agent $1,299,414.86
To 0600.0600.004099 Bond Issuance Costs $1,579,584.54
To 0600.0600.006651 Series 21 Tx Refund-Int $221,214.44
To 0600.0600.006652 Series 21 LTD Taxable Ref-Int $859,647.46

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the transfer of $850,000 from P457 (LTP ROW) General Fund to P583 (Flood Infrastructure Fund) Grant Match.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the transfer of $850,000.00 from P-457 Long Range Transportation Plan Right-of-Way (LTP ROW) General Fund to P-583 Flood Infrastructure Fund Grant Match.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2020 Capital Improvement Program budget transfer to move $21,057.76 from P556 (Champion Park Restroom) to P557 (Regional Park Restroom).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a 2020 Capital Improvement Program budget transfer to move $21,057.76 from P-556 Champion Park Restroom to P-557 Regional Park Restroom.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
33.
Discuss and hear presentation from Human Resources about the 6th Edition of the Analytics Guide.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Resolution to support legislative efforts in the 87th Legislative Session to extend the timeline for the tax revenue program granted by Chapter 351 of the Texas Tax Code, for the Kalahari Resorts and Convention Center Project.
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill and Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Resolution to support legislative efforts in the 87th Legislative Session to extend the timeline for the tax revenue program granted by Chapter 351 of the Texas Tax Code, for the Kalahari Resorts and Convention Center Project.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
35.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
36.
Receive the March 2021 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation.
View Agenda Item
No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 5 in the amount of $-11,737.85 for CR 110 Middle (James Construction), a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 4. P: 261  Funding Source: Road Bond
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 5 for a credit in the amount of $11,737.85 for County Road (CR) 110 Middle (James Construction), a Road Bond project in Precinct 4 to be funded by Road Bond P-261.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 7 in the amount of $6,519.31 for CR 110 Middle (James Construction), a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 4. P: 261 Funding Source: Road Bond
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 7 in the amount of $6,519.31 for County Road (CR) 110 Middle (James Construction), a Road Bond project in Precinct 4 to be funded by Road Bond P-261.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order #8 in the amount of $233,343.80 for CR 110 Middle (James Construction Group), a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 4. P: 261 Funding Source: Road Bond
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 8 in the amount of $233,343.80 for County Road (CR) 110 Middle (James Construction Group), a Road Bond project in Precinct 4 to be funded by Road Bond P-261.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #T3082 Southeast Loop at Lakeside Demo - Phase 2 to HCS Inc. Commercial General Contractors and authorizing the execution of the agreement. Funding source is Project P463.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) #T3082 Southeast Loop at Lakeside Demo - Phase 2 to HCS, Inc. Commercial General Contractors and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by P-463.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ T1852 Anderson Mill Road (FM734/Palmer Ln to Loop 1), to American Structurepoint, Inc. for Engineering Services and authorizing the execution of the agreement. Funding source: P337
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To award Request for Quote (RFQ) T1852 Anderson Mill Road (Farm to Market (FM) 734 / Palmer Lane to Loop 1), to American Structurepoint, Inc. for Engineering Services and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by P-337.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ T1852 RM 620/SH 45 Intersection to McNeil Road HDR Engineering to HDR Engineering, Inc. for Engineering Services and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To award Request for Quote (RFQ) T1852 Ranch to Market (RM) 620 / State Highway (SH) 45 Intersection to McNeil Road to HDR Engineering, Inc. for Engineering Services and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order #6 in the amount of $25,200.00 for Forest North Drainage Phase 3 (DeNucci Constructors, LLC), a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 1. P: 225 Funding Source: Road Bond
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 6 in the amount of $25,200.00 for Forest North Drainage Phase 3 (DeNucci Constructors, LLC), a Road Bond project in Precinct 1 to be funded by Road Bond P-225.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on  3 Relocation Claims for Payment with Christopher and Amanda Robinson related to the right of way acquisition on the SE Loop project (Parcel 19). Funding Source: Road Bonds P463
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve 3 Relocation Claims for Payment with Christopher Robinson and Amanda Robinson related to the right-of-way acquisition on the Southeast (SE) Loop project (Parcel 19) to be funded by Road Bond P-463.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on the Wilco Forward grant program, setting budget priorities in relation to remaining CARES Act funds and possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act funds.
Those who addressed the Court:
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
County Treasurer Scott Heselmeyer

No action was taken on this item.
 
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Grant Administration Services Agreement between Williamson County and McCreary, Veselka, Bragg and Allen, P.C. for administration of CARES Act funding in relation to the Wilco Forward Small Business Grant Program Phase II; and exempt the purchase and procurement of such services from the competitive bidding requirement as per Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(1) [being items purchased in a case of public calamity since it was necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens or to preserve the property of the county].
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill and County Treasure Scott Heselmeyer addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Grant Administration Services Agreement between Williamson County and McCreary, Veselka, Bragg and Allen, P.C. for administration of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) funding in relation to the Wilco Forward Small Business Grant Program Phase II; and exempt the purchase and procurement of such services from the competitive bidding requirement as per Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(1) [being items purchased in a case of public calamity since it was necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens or to preserve the property of the county].

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
47.
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.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Senior Director of Emergency Services Director Chris Connealy
General Counsel for Family Emergency Services Mary Dale 
Executive Assistant to Commissioner Precinct 3 Rachel Arnold

No action was taken on this item.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:27 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 16, 2021.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:28 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 16, 2021.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:28 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 16, 2021.
 
48.
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
    g)    Discuss the sale of property located at 900 S Main St., Taylor, 76574
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.
 
49.
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.
 
50.
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.
aa) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00172-LY; Charles William Thornburg v. Williamson County, Texas; Robert Chody, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
bb) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
cc) Damage claim by Oncor Electric Delivery regarding alleged damage to regular control equipment at CR 347, Taylor, Texas (Oncor Claim #T4329213).
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
51.
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 11:47 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 16, 2021.
 
52.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
53.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
54.
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.
aa) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00172-LY; Charles William Thornburg v. Williamson County, Texas; Robert Chody, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
bb) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
cc) Damage claim by Oncor Electric Delivery regarding alleged damage to regular control equipment at CR 347, Taylor, Texas (Oncor Claim #T4329213).
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.  
 

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

i) Motion: To approve a Release of All Claims and Indemnity Agreement in relation to Cause No. D-1-GN-19-005511; Brian Johns v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 53rd Judicial District Court of Travis 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)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent from the Dais)
__________________________________________________________________________
 

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

cc) Motion: To approve the payment of $9,416.38 in settlement of the Oncor Electric Delivery Claim No. 105944 upon receipt of an executed release of claims by the claimant or claimant's representative; and to authorize the County Judge or presiding officer to execute settlement documents, if any, approved as to form by the County Attorney's Office.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent from the Dais)
__________________________________________________________________________
 

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

aa) Motion: To approve a joint representation agreement in relation to the representation of Williamson County and Lieutenant Francesco Saenz in Civil action No. 1:21-cv-00172-LY; Charles William Thornburg v. Williamson County, Texas; Robert Chody, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
55.
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.
 
56.
Comments from Commissioners.
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey thanked Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties for all their support with the community.
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:50 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 16, 2021.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 23rd day of March, 2021.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Execuctive Assistant to County Clerk