Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
MARCH 30, 2021

STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:37 A.M. on TUESDAY, MARCH 30, 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

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 23, 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:

Minutes

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 $3,209,867.38 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, Electronic Benefit Payments, and Wilco Forward - 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:

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
Mischia Farrer of Round Rock
Lina Terrell of Georgetown
Joann Juhasz of Georgetown
Patty Meschuk of Georgetown

No action was taken on this item.

CONSENT AGENDA

The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 4 – 22 )

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for EMS.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Medical Services (EMS):

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0100-0540-005700	Vehicles >$5,000	$1,000.00
To	0100-0540-004500	Maintenance Contracts	$1,000.00

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

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Animal Shelter Donation Fund.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the Animal Shelter Donation Fund:

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0546.0546.004105	Foster Home Care	$9,775.30
To	0546.0546.001107	Temp Salaries	$9,080.64
To	0546.0546.002010	FICA	$694.66

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

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division:

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0200-0210-003553	Signs	$10,000.00
To	0200-0210-004999	Miscellaneous	$10,000.00

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

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 03/25/2021 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through March 25, 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:

031121-032521 Refunds Over 2500

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

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers with a correction to the Merit LIT, correcting the 2nd Object Code from "001100" to "001130".

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:

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the County Attorney February 2021 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve the County Attorney February 2021 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure Section 103.005.

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

Attachments:

February report

10.

Consider and take appropriate action on the appointment of Brian W. Loyd and Guy W. Lanford as Deputy Constables to fill two vacant positions in the Precinct 2 Constable's Office.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To appoint Brian W. Loyd and Guy W. Lanford as Deputy Constables to fill two vacant positions in the Constable Precinct 2 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

11.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the application submittal for the 2021 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) for the Office of Emergency Management.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve the application submittal for the 2021 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) for the Office of Emergency Management.

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

Attachments:

EMPG Application

12.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the service agreement and county addendum with Stryker Sales Corporation for EMS Equipment and Williamson County and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve the service agreement and county addendum with Stryker Sales Corporation for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Equipment and Williamson County and authorize the execution of the agreement.

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

Attachments:

Agreement

13.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a county addendum for a data-conversion and upgrade for Active Network Software and authorizing the purchase.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve a county addendum for a data-conversion and upgrade for Active Network Software and authorize the purchase.

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:

Agreement

14.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Services Contract between Williamson County and Brycomm, LLC to provide and install cabling according to specifications in the attached proposal in the amount of $25,504.65 per the terms of DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-3698 and authorizing execution of the agreement.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve the Services Contract between Williamson County and Brycomm, LLC to provide and install cabling according to specifications in the attached proposal in the amount of $25,504.65 per the terms of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-TSO-3698 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:

Contract

15.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of Brazos electronic citation system software and hardware from Tyler Technologies for Williamson County Constables Pct #2 and Pct #4 utilizing Sourcewell Co-Contract #110515-TTI.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve the purchase of Brazos electronic citation system software and hardware from Tyler Technologies for Williamson County Constable offices for Precinct 2 and Precinct 4 utilizing Sourcewell Co-Contract # 110515-TTI.

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:

Agreement

16.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting a report on the Williamson County Inner Loop Annex Project (P434) Vaughn Construction Change Order #42 in the amount of $911.00. This change order is being funded by owner’s contingency from within the original project budget.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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. 42 for Vaughn Construction in the amount of $911.00 to be funded by owner’s contingency from within the original project 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:

Vaughn CO #42

17.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Williamson County Inner Loop Annex Project (P434) KGA Architecture Supplemental Work Authorization #2 to Work Authorization #1 for a time extension of 15 months, to expire on December 31, 2021.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To accept a report on the Williamson County Inner Loop Annex Project (P-434) and approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 to Work Authorization No.1 with KGA Architecture for a time extension of 15 months, to expire on December 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:

Work Authorization

18.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 7 under Williamson County Contract between Alliance Transportation Group and Williamson County dated March 6, 2018 for Engineering Design Services for Drainage Improvements in Chandler Creek Subdivision Sections 6A, 6B and 6C. Funding source: P488

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 7 under the Williamson County Contract with Alliance Transportation Group dated March 6, 2018 for Engineering Design Services for Drainage Improvements in Chandler Creek Subdivision Sections 6A, 6B and 6C to be funded by P-488.

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:

Work Authorization

19.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 6 under Williamson County Contract between Alliance Transportation Group and Williamson County dated March 6, 2018 for Engineering Design Services for Drainage Improvements in Live Oak Subdivision. Funding source: P487.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 6 under the Williamson County Contract with Alliance Transportation Group dated March 6, 2018 for Engineering Design Services for Drainage Improvements in Live Oak Subdivision to be funded by P-487.

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:

Work Authorization

20.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 3 to Work Authorization No 5 under Williamson County Contract between Rifeline LLC and Williamson County dated March 26, 2019 for Subdivision Regulations. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 5 the Williamson County Contract with Rifeline, LLC dated March 26, 2019 for Subdivision Regulations to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004100.

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:

Work Authorization

21.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Dunaway Associates and Williamson County dated September 10, 2019 for Structural Engineering Services Cave Void Closure Plans. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004160.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1 the Williamson County Contract with Dunaway Associates dated September 10, 2019 for Structural Engineering Services Cave Void Closure Plans to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004160.

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:

Work Authorization

22.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Cool Water Phase 1 subdivision – Precinct 3.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Cool Water Phase 1 subdivision – Precinct 3.

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:

Final Plat - Cool Water Ph 1

REGULAR AGENDA

23.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the 2021 April Million Mile Month event.

View Agenda Item

Director of Benefits Administration Shelley Loughrey and Wellness Coordinator Angela Collins addressed the Court.

Attachments:

April Million Mile Month Event

24.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on the Wilco Forward grant program, setting budget priorities in relation to remaining CARES Act funds and possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act funds.

Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill and County Treasurer Scott Heselmeyer addressed the Court.

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Motion: To amend the Wilco Forward Small Business Grant Phase 2 requirement by reducing the Income Eligibility certifying that the monthly average gross income for 2020 was at least 10% lower than 2019 thus a reduction from the original requirement of 25% lower than 2019.

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

_______________________________________________________________________

Those who addressed the Court:
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
Information Technology Chief Information Officer Richard Semple
Director of District Court Administration Ron Morgan

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve a portable Audio / Visual (AV) System in the amount of $83,000.00 to be funded by CARES Funding under Equipment Task.

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

_______________________________________________________________________

First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.

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

First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.

Motion: To reduce the number of variable message boards from 6 to 4 and increase the amount from $45,000.00 to $65,000.00, original approved in Commissioners Court on March 23, 2021 on Agenda item # 49 to be funded from CARES Funding.

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

_______________________________________________________________________

First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.

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

Motion: To transfer $50,000.00 of CARES funding from the Equipment Task to the Personnel Task for continued staffing of the call center.

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:

Wilco Forward

25.

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.

Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:

Covid 19

26.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Williamson County Crisis Services Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and Bluebonnet Trails Community MHMR Center d/b/a Bluebonnet Trails Community Services.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve a Williamson County Crisis Service's Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and Bluebonnet Trails Community MHMR Center d/b/a Bluebonnet Trails Community Services.

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

Attachments:

27.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding acceptance of donation(s) from Dell Children’s Health Plan to assist and support the Williamson County Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3 and approve an event for at-risk use as an official purpose pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 81.032.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Motion: To accept donations from the Partnership Agreement with Dell Children’s Health Plan to assist and support the Williamson County Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 youth at-risk in the community through the Straight Talk event pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 81.032.

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:

Agreement

28.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to ratify documents that are required by Texas Department of Emergency Management (TDEM). The documents activate 2021 Texas Severe Winter Storm (DR-4586-TX) application to submit the storm related expenditures for reimbursement.

View Agenda Item

First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.

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

Motion: To ratify documents that are required by Texas Department of Emergency Management (TDEM) that activate the 2021 Texas Severe Winter Storm (DR-4586-TX) application to submit the storm related expenditures for reimbursement.

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:

29.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on participation by Williamson County Road Bond Program under the County's habitat conservation plan (HCP) for a traffic control (signals) project - 2 locations on Sam Bass Road.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Motion: To approve the participation by Williamson County Road Bond Program under the County's habitat conservation plan (HCP) for the traffic control signals project for 2 locations on Sam Bass Road.

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:

WCCF

30.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to adopt a fee schedule for services provided by Williamson County EMS related to CPR classes, effective April 5, 2021.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Motion: To adopt a fee schedule for services provided by Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) related to cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) classes, effective April 5, 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:

Fee Schedule

31.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase between Williamson County and Dell Marketing L.P. to authorize the bulk order purchase for various departments in the amount of $114,789.00 per the terms of DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-3763.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Motion: To approve the purchase between Williamson County and Dell Marketing L.P. to authorize the bulk order purchase for various departments in the amount of $114,789.00 per the terms of the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-TSO-3763.

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 approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with Siena MUD #1 regarding off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective April 1, 2021.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Motion: To acknowledge receipt and approve the Standard Agreement with Siena Municipal Utility District (MUD) # 1 regarding off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective April 1, 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:

MUD Agreement

33.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with Siena MUD #2 regarding off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective April 1, 2021.

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To acknowledge receipt and approve the Standard Agreement with Siena Municipal Utility District (MUD) # 2 regarding off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective April 1, 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:

MUD Agreement

34.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the extension of contract 1612-131, Renewal # 2, for Payroll Services for existing Temporary Labor for the Elections Administration for the term of April 19, 2021 – April 18, 2022, with Evans Personnel Consultants, Inc.

View Agenda Item

Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill and Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.

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

Motion: To approve the extension of contract 1612-131, Renewal # 2, for Payroll Services for existing Temporary Labor for the Elections Administration for the term of April 19, 2021 through April 18, 2022, with Evans Personnel Consultants, Inc.

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

Attachments:

35.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on setting a Public Hearing regarding the setting of the rate associated with mandatory provider participation payments that Williamson County may require of all local hospitals for fiscal year (FY) 2021 in relation to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program and establish how the revenue derived from those payments may be spent in accordance with Chapter 292B of the Texas Health and Safety Code and the Williamson County Health Care Provider Participation Program Rules and Procedures.

View Agenda Item

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

Motion: To set a Public Hearing for Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. regarding the setting of the rate associated with mandatory provider participation payments that Williamson County may require of all local hospitals for fiscal year (FY) 2021 in relation to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program and establish how the revenue derived from those payments may be spent in accordance with Chapter 292B of the Texas Health and Safety Code and the Williamson County Health Care Provider Participation Program Rules and Procedures.

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

36.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on ratifying proposal with The Roof Co. for Floor Demolition Services at the Central Texas Treatment Center (CTTC) in Granger in the amount of $73,469.31 as per Tips contract #200201 and authorizing the execution of the proposal.

View Agenda Item

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

Motion: To ratify a proposal with The Roof Co. for Floor Demolition Services at the Central Texas Treatment Center (CTTC) in Granger in the amount of $73,469.31 as per The Interlocal Purchasing System (Tips) contract # 200201 and authorize the execution of the proposal.

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

Attachments:

Proposal

37.

Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.

View Agenda Item

Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.

38.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a permit application for Upper Brushy Creek Water Improvement Control District (UBCWCID) regarding placement of fill within an inundation easement at SCS Pond 21 required for the Southeast Loop Segment 1 Project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct 4. Project: P463 Funding Source: Road Bonds

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve a permit application for Upper Brushy Creek Water Improvement Control District (UBCWCID) regarding placement of fill within an inundation easement at SCS Pond 21 required for the Southeast Loop Segment 1 Project, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 4 to be funded by Road Bond P-463.

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

Attachments:

39.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 3 to the Great Oaks Bridge at Brushy Creek contract between Williamson County and P.E. Structural Consultants, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. Project: P270 Funding Source: Road Bonds

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve a Contract Amendment No. 3 to the Great Oaks Bridge at Brushy Creek contract between Williamson County and P.E. Structural Consultants, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bond P-270.

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

Attachments:

Contract Amendment

40.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a claim for actual moving expenses with Brian and Tina Miller (12) in relation to the right of way acquisition on the SE Loop project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P463

View Agenda Item

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion: To approve a claim for actual moving expenses with Brian Miller and Tina Miller (parcel 12) in relation to the right-of-way acquisition on the Southeast (SE) Loop project to be funded by Road Bond P-463.

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

Attachments:

Relocation Claim

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:54 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 30, 2021.

41.

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.

42.

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)   Flint Hill Resources-Taylor Fuel Storage Terminal on CR 366
   c)   Project Advantage
   d)   Project Cedar
   e)   Project Expansion
   f)    Project Arcos
   g)   Project Woods
   h)   Project Liberty
   i)    Project Long Haul
   j) Project Bon Jovi
   k)   Project Crystal
   l)    Project Link
   m)   Project Winston
   n)   Project Stamp
o) Project Solo

View Agenda Item

No action was taken in Executive Session.

43.

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) Claim of Regina Wright.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) 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.
o) 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.
p) Legal matters relating to Bailey Park Subdivision, Jarrell, Texas.
q) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
r) Claim, of Ramsey Mitchell.
s) Legal matters pertaining to TENEX Software Solutions, Inc.
t) 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.
u) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
v) 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.
w) Notice of Charge of Discrimination - Bhavani Madisetti-Vemireddy TWCCRD Charge No.: 1A21443/EEOC Charge No.: 31C-2021-00348C.
x) 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.
y) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.

No action was taken in Executive Session.

44.

Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors, employees and/or positions, including but not limited to conducting deliberation and discussion pertaining to annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters).

No action was taken in Executive Session.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:05 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 30, 2021.

45.

Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.

No action was taken on this item.

46.

Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.

No action was taken on this item.

47.

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) Claim of Regina Wright.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) 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.
o) 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.
p) Legal matters relating to Bailey Park Subdivision, Jarrell, Texas.
q) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
r) Claim, of Ramsey Mitchell.
s) Legal matters pertaining to TENEX Software Solutions, Inc.
t) 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.
u) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
v) 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.
w) Notice of Charge of Discrimination - Bhavani Madisetti-Vemireddy TWCCRD Charge No.: 1A21443/EEOC Charge No.: 31C-2021-00348C.
x) 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.
y) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.

No action was taken on this item.

48.

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.

49.

Comments from Commissioners.

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey wished everyone a happy Easter.

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:06 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 30, 2021.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 6th day of April, 2021.

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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk