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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
MAY 18, 2021


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:33 A.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 18, 2021, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
  • Rebecca Pruitt, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the May 11, 2021 meeting.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
2.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.  County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained in regard to payment of invoice(s) for James Construction (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $9,961,901.80 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, Electronic Benefit Payments, and Wilco Forward Program - Phase 3 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:
 
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 3 – 33 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Human Resources.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Human Resources:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0402.003005 Office Furniture $2,000.00
To 0100.0402.003010 Computer Equipment < $5,000 $2,000.00

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
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Sheriff.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Sheriff:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0570.004350 Printed Materials & Binding $2,000.00
To 0100.0570.003006 Office Equipment $2,000.00

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
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the District Attorney's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the District Attorney's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0440-004932 Trial Expenses $3,000.00
To 0100-0440-004236 Extraditions $3,000.00

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
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including three (3) 2014 Chevrolet Tahoes, one (1) 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe, one (1) 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid and one (1) 2004 John Deere Gator, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including (3) 2014 Chevrolet Tahoes, (1) 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe, (1) 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid and (1) 2004 John Deere Gator, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Sale to Insurance including one (1) 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe #3824 and one (1) 2021 Freightliner #7518, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Sale to Insurance including (1) 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe # 3824 and (1) 2021 Freightliner # 7518, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of April 2021 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve property tax collections for the month of April 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:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on position changes from Cycle 3B of the Salary Study.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve position changes from the Cycle 3B Salary Study.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the donation from the Georgetown Sertoma Club and Williamson County for the use of one Portable Info Loop system to the Tax Assessor/Collector's office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the donation from the Georgetown Sertoma Club and Williamson County for the use of one Portable Information Loop system to the Tax Assessor/Collector's office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a donation in the amount of $56.00 to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Community Liaison Division pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 81.032.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To accept a donation in the amount of $56.00 to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Community Liaison Division 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
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, April 2021 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 April 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:
 
15.
Consider and take appropriate action on the appointment of Mark D. Johnson and Rodney K. Blackmon as Deputy Constables to fill vacant positions in the Precinct 2 Constable's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the appointment of Mark D. Johnson and Rodney K. Blackmon as Deputy Constables to fill 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
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Joe Plunkett, Ed Komandaski, and Silvia Forbes to the Williamson County Historical Commission.  This will be a two-year term expiring December 31, 2022.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To appoint Joe Plunkett, Ed Komandosky, and Sylvia Forbes to the Williamson County Historical Commission for a two-year term expiring December 31, 2022, correcting the spelling of Komandosky and Sylvia.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Interlocal Agreement between Milam County and Williamson County for the sale of One (1) 2004 Cat PS150B Roller (#CATPS150E3XR00782) in accordance with TX. Local Gov't Code 263.152 (a)(1) and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the Interlocal Agreement between Milam County and Williamson County for the sale of (1) 2004 Cat PS150B Roller (# CATPS150E3XR00782) in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152(a)(1) 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:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on rejecting bids submitted on IFB T3406 New and Latest Model 36’ Gooseneck Trailer for the HazMat department and authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids under the new IFB T4251.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To reject bids submitted on Invitation for Bid (IFB) T3406 New and Latest Model 36’ Gooseneck Trailer for the HazMat department and authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids under the new IFB T4251.

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
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to receive sealed proposals for Tax Assessor Collector Payment Processing under RFP T4236.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to receive sealed proposals for Tax Assessor Collector Payment Processing under Request for Proposal (RFP) T4236.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Core Office Interiors and Williamson County for the purchase of office furniture in the amount of $33,722.60 pursuant to Omnia Coperative contract #R191804, and authorizing execution of the agreement. Funding Source: P515.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the agreement between Core Office Interiors and Williamson County for the purchase of office furniture in the amount of $33,722.60 pursuant to Omnia Co-operative contract # R191804 and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by P-515.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving agreement between Williamson County and Vaughn Construction for the installation of evidence lockers at the Williamson County Sheriff's Office, in the not-to-exceed amount of $32,682.80 per the Choice Partners Cooperative Contract #15/041JN-16 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the agreement between Williamson County and Vaughn Construction for the installation of evidence lockers at the Williamson County Sheriff's Office in the not-to-exceed amount of $32,682.80 per the Choice Partners Co-operative Contract # 15/041JN-16 and authorize the execution of this agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving installation and furniture between Williamson County and Facilities Resource, Inc. located at the Williamson County Pre-Trail Office in the amount of $36,713.60 per the terms of Omnia Cooperative Contract #2019.001896 and authorizing execution of the proposal.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve installation and furniture between Williamson County and Facilities Resource, Inc. located at the Williamson County Pre-Trail Office in the amount of $36,713.60 per the terms of Omnia Co-operative Contract # 2019.001896 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:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and approving a report on the Brushy Creek Trail Extension Along Hairy Man Road, Parks Bond E, (P551) RVE, Inc dba RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture, Supplemental Work Authorization #1 to Work Authorization #1 for a new termination date of August 4, 2022.  Additionally, the fee will be reduced from $539,184 to $374,569 due to a reduced scope of work.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To accept a report on the Brushy Creek Trail Extension Along Hairy Man Road, Parks Bond E, (P-551) RVE, Inc dba RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture and approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1 for a new termination date of August 4, 2022; the fee will be reduced from $539,184.00 to $374,569.00 due to a reduced scope of work.

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:
 
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the service contract between Amstar, Inc. and Williamson County for Folding Motorized Panel Partitions at the Juvenile Justice Center, pursuant to Sourcewell EZIQC Cooperative Contract No. TX-CT-GC-121819-AMS and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the service contract between Amstar, Inc. and Williamson County for Folding Motorized Panel Partitions at the Juvenile Justice Center pursuant to Sourcewell EZIQC Co-operative Contract No. TX-CT-GC-121819-AMS 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:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 2 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire December 31, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 10, 2020 for On-Call Traffic Engineering Services. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire December 31, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 10, 2020 for On-Call Traffic Engineering Services 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:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #T3485 Crack Seal Services to the only responsive bidder RHB Construction and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # T3485 Crack Seal Services to the only responsive bidder RHB Construction and authorize the execution of this agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for T4230 IFB CR 258 Milling, Sealing and Overlay.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) T4230 County Road (CR) 258 for Milling, Sealing and Overlay.

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
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for T4220 IFB CR 313 From 1100' E of IH35 to 580' E of CR 332 Milling, Sealing and Overlay.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) T4220 County Road (CR) 313 From 1100' E of Interstate Highway (IH) 35 to 580' E of County Road (CR) 332 for Milling, Sealing and Overlay.

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
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for as T4187 IFB CR 175, Great Oaks Dr, Parkside Pkwy Milling, Sealing and Overlay.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) T4187 County Road (CR) 175, Great Oaks Drive, Parkside Parkway for Milling, Sealing and Overlay.

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
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Matthew 7:25 subdivision – Precinct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Matthew 7:25 subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Ranches at Pecan Creek subdivision – Precinct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Ranches at Pecan Creek subdivision – Precinct 4.

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 on approval of the preliminary plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 5 subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 5 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:
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the 1625 CR 255 subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the 1625 CR 255 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:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a resolution proclaiming May 18, 2021, as "Mr. and Mrs. Williamson County Day" in honor of Leo and Vivian Wood.
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Georgetown District 5 Councilmember Mayor Pro-Tem Kevin Pitts and Leo Wood of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a resolution proclaiming May 18, 2021, as "Mr. and Mrs. Williamson County Day" in honor of Leo and Vivian Wood.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the resolution for Williamson County EMS proclaiming May 16-22, 2021 as Emergency Medical Services Week.
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Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the resolution for Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) proclaiming May 16-22, 2021 as Emergency Medical Services Week.

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:
 
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a resolution proclaiming May 20, 2021, as National Stop the Bleed Day in Williamson County.
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Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a resolution proclaiming May 20, 2021, as National Stop the Bleed Day in Williamson County.

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:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 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 American Rescue Plan funding, as well as possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act and American Rescue Plan funds.
No action was taken on this item.
 
 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on FY22 Transformative Justice Program Grant Resolution.
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Transformative Justice Program Director Terence Davis and Executive Director of Juvenile Services Scott Matthew addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) Transformative Justice Program Grant Resolution.

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 updates to the Employee Policy Manual to be effective October 1, 2021.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the updates to the Employee Policy Manual to be effective October 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:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the Tax Collection Agreement between the CLL Municipal Utility District No. 1 and the County of Williamson, Texas.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Tax Collection Agreement between the CLL Municipal Utility District No. 1 and the County of Williamson, Texas.

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:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on exempting this extension from the competitive bidding requirements, per Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024.(a)(2) (an item necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the residents of the county), and obtain approval of the contract extension for Jail Food Services (RFP 1605-081) between Williamson County, Texas and Aramark Correctional Services, LLC for 90 days until October 31, 2021, in order to allow the new Sheriff Office administration to complete the RFP process in this category of services to support county jail operations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the contract extension for Jail Food Services (RFP 1605-081) between Williamson County, Texas and Aramark Correctional Services, LLC for 90 days until October 31, 2021, in order to allow the new Sheriff's Office administration to complete the Request for Proposal (RFP) process in this category of services to support county jail operations and exempt the extension from the competitive bidding requirements, per Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(2) an item necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the residents of the county.

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:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a blanket purchase order in the amount of $105,000 for pre-trial services satellite tracking equipment/services to Satellite Tracking of People, LLC.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a blanket purchase order in the amount of $105,000.00 for pre-trial services for satellite tracking equipment/services to Satellite Tracking of People, LLC.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP T3711 Wilco Jail Lock Repairs, Preventative Maintenance and Install Services to the overall highest scoring proposer Willo Products Company, with the RFP and the vendor submittal acting as the contract/agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To award Request for Proposal (RFP) T3711 Williamson County (Wilco) Jail Lock Repairs, Preventative Maintenance and Install Services to the overall highest scoring proposer Willo Products Company, with the RFP and the vendor submittal acting as the contract / 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:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on ratification of agreement between Williamson County and Austin Montgomery d/b/a The Roof Co. to provide roof repair services at the Williamson County Expo in the not-to-exceed amount of $454,306.76 per the TIPS Co-Op Contract #210205.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To ratify the agreement between Williamson County and Austin Montgomery d/b/a The Roof Co. to provide roof repair services at the Williamson County Exposition in the not-to-exceed amount of $454,306.76 per The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Co-operative Contract # 210205.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
45.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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No action was taken on this item.
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 9 in the amount of $-11,573.93 for Seward Junction (Jordan Foster Construction, LLC), a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 2 (P271 and P274).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 9 for a credit in the amount of $11,573.93 for Seward Junction (Jordan Foster Construction, LLC), a Road Bond project in Precinct 2 (P-271 and P-274).

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:
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract and commercial leaseback agreement with Eric and Michelle Klingemann for right of way needed on the Sam Bass Rd. project (Parcel 13). Funding Source: Road Bonds P462
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract and commercial leaseback agreement with Eric Klingemann and Michelle Klingemann for the right-of-way needed on the Sam Bass Road project (Parcel 13) to be funded by Road Bonds P-462.

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:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Release of Easement on a portion of the right of way area of Breakaway Road, adjacent to Lot 50, Breakaway Park Section 3 according to the Plat recorded in cabinet J, Slide 377.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Release of Easement on a portion of the right-of-way area of Breakaway Road, adjacent to Lot 50, Breakaway Park Section 3 according to the Plat recorded in cabinet J, Slide 377.

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:
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Round Rock, Texas Regarding the Design and Construction of the Wyoming Springs/Smyers Lane Intersection Project.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Round Rock Regarding the Design and Construction of the Wyoming Springs / Smyers Lane Intersection Project.

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:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with Bustle Investment Group, LLC for right of way needed on the Sam Bass Road project (Parcel 4). Funding Source: Road Bonds P462
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with Bustle Investment Group, LLC for the right-of-way needed on the Sam Bass Road project (Parcel 4) to be funded by Road Bonds P-462.

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:
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with Bustle Investment Group, LLC for right of way needed on the Sam Bass Rd. project (Parcel 5). Funding Source: Road Bonds P462
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with Bustle Investment Group, LLC for the right-of-way needed on the Sam Bass Road Project (Parcel 5) to be funded by Road Bonds P-462.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:29 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 18, 2021.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:31 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 18, 2021.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:32 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 18, 2021.
 
52.
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 drainage/detention easements for real property North of WMCO Juvenile Detention Center
    u)    Discuss the acquisition of the MKT Right of Way
    v)    Discuss acquisition of drainage easement in relation to County Road 176
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)    Discuss possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (formerly occupied by WCCHD)
    c)    Discuss property usage at Longhorn Junction
    d)    Discuss the sale of excess ROW at San Gabriel Parkway and Mel Mathis Ave. 
    e)    Discuss county owned property located at Ed Schmidt Boulevard Hutto, Texas
    f)     Discuss the sale of property located at 900 S Main St., Taylor, 76574
C.   Discuss the Williamson County Reimbursement Agreement for Construction of San Gabriel Blvd. and New Hope Road with the City of Leander and TIRZ #1
D.   Discuss the Cobb Cavern Conservation Easement Amendment.
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
53.
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)    Project Crystal
    c)    Project Winston
    d)    Project Solo
    e)    Project Stamp
    f)     Project Justice
    g)    Project Cutting Edge
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
54.
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) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
q) Case 1:21-cv-00388-RP; Ramsey Mitchell vs. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Zachary Camden, Mark Luera, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
r) 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.
s) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
t) 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.
u) Notice of Charge of Discrimination - Bhavani Madisetti-Vemireddy TWCCRD Charge No.: 1A21443/EEOC Charge No.: 31C-2021-00348C.
v) 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.
w) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
x) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00275; Big Fish Entertainment LLC v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
y) Cause No. 20-1964-C395; Robert Chody v. Michael Gleason, In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
z) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
aa) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Robert Chody and Christopher Pisa; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
bb) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
cc) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
dd) Jesse J Gomez - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01357.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
55.
Discuss security assessments or deployments relating to information resources technology; network security information as described by Texas Gov’t Code Section 2059.055(b); and/or (3) the deployment, or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel, critical infrastructure, or security devices. (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.089).
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
56.
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 11:25 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 18, 2021.
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a conservation easement amendment on property held for Williamson County Conservation Foundation.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a conservation easement amendment on property held for Williamson County Conservation Foundation.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent from the Dais)
Attachments:
 
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing legal counsel for Williamson County to declare a final default and tender the River Ranch County Park Phase I Development Project and the River Ranch County Park Interpretive Center Project to the performance bond surety relating to the Agreement Between Williamson County, as Owner, and Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction, Inc., as Contractor, being dated effective November 9, 2018, for the River Ranch County Park Phase I Development and the Agreement Between Williamson County, as Owner, and Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction, Inc., as Contractor, being dated effective October 29, 2019, for the River Ranch County Park Interpretive Center.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To authorize legal counsel for Williamson County to declare a final default and tender the River Ranch County Park Phase I Development Project and the River Ranch County Park Interpretive Center Project to the performance bond surety relating to the Agreement between Williamson County, as Owner, and Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction, 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
 
59.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
60.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
61.
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) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
q) Case 1:21-cv-00388-RP; Ramsey Mitchell vs. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Zachary Camden, Mark Luera, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
r) 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.
s) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
t) 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.
u) Notice of Charge of Discrimination - Bhavani Madisetti-Vemireddy TWCCRD Charge No.: 1A21443/EEOC Charge No.: 31C-2021-00348C.
v) 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.
w) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
x) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00275; Big Fish Entertainment LLC v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
y) Cause No. 20-1964-C395; Robert Chody v. Michael Gleason, In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
z) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
aa) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Robert Chody and Christopher Pisa; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
bb) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
cc) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
dd) Jesse J Gomez - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01357.
 

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

v) Motion: To approve a Waiver of Conflict of Interest and Consent to Lewis Brisbois’s Representation of the named deputy defendants in the civil action pending in the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division titled Charles William Thornburg v. Williamson County, et al., Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-00172-LY.

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:
 
62.
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.
 
63.
Comments from Commissioners.
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey thanked those for their support and condolences expressed for her and her family for the loss of her father. 
 
64.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Shelby Little of Georgetown
Pastor Michael Roepke of Coupland 
David Richardson of Georgetown

No action was taken on this item.
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:26 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 18, 2021.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 25th day of May, 2021.


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

By: Rebecca Pruitt, Deputy/Executive Assistant to County Clerk