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Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

 
MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JUNE 15, 2021


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:38 A.M. on TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 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
  • Shannon Francis, Assistant General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
  • Rebecca Pruitt, Deputy/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 June 8, 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.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $4,851,707.78 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, Electronic Benefit Payments, and Wilco Forward Program - Phase 3 Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
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 – 28 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Technology Services.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0503.003011 Computer Software < $5,000 $6,000.00
To 0100.0503.004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance $6,000.00

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 Non-Departmental.
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the District Attorney's Office.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0440-003398 Video/CD/DVD $1,750.00
From 0100-0440-003010 Computer Equipment < $5000 $1,750.00
To 0100-0440-004100 Professional Services $3,500.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on noting in the official minutes a correction for PCNs 655 and 656 from Salary Study 3B changes.
 

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

Motion: To note in the official minutes a correction for Position Control Numbers (PCNs) 655 and 656 from Salary Study 3B changes.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
 

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.

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 to approve the County Attorney May 2021 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.
 

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

Motion: To approve the County Attorney May 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:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the reappointment of member to the Williamson County Historical Commission.
This item was moved to the Regular Agenda where Glenn Holzer of Georgetown and Commissioner Precinct 3 Executive Assistant Rachel Arnold addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve the reappointment of members to the Williamson County Historical Commission for a term beginning January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2022.

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
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute the General and No Litigation Certificates of Williamson County and Certificate of Approval for Issuance of Tax-Exempt Multi-Family Housing Revenue Bonds relating to the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation’s Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Grand Avenue Flats) Series 2021.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the General and No Litigation Certificates of Williamson County and Certificate of Approval for Issuance of Tax-Exempt Multi-Family Housing Revenue Bonds relating to the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation’s Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Grand Avenue Flats) Series 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:
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting an additional donation to Williamson County Sheriff's Office from Vested Interest in K9 to purchase K9 medical supplies.
 

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

Motion: To approve a donation to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office from Vested Interest for K9 medical supplies.

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
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Omnigo and Williamson County for Rhodium incident management software in the amount of $6,000 pursuant to North Texas Share Cooperative contract #NCT-2017-36, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown and Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Ken Evans addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the agreement between Omnigo and Williamson County for Rhodium incident management software in the amount of $6,000.00 pursuant to North Texas Share Co-operative contract # NCT-2017-36 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:
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement between Williamson County and TMC Shooting Range Specialists, Inc. for range lead remediation services in the amount of $19,900.00 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Agreement between Williamson County and TMC Shooting Range Specialists, Inc. for range lead remediation services in the amount of $19,900.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Public Health Management Corporation and Williamson County for Risk and Needs Triage software in the amount of $1,100 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve the agreement between Public Health Management Corporation and Williamson County for Risk and Needs Triage software in the amount of $1,100.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the Brushy Creek Marlins Swim Meet Parking Plan for Sendero Springs Pool located adjacent to Sendero Springs Drive, Round Rock, Texas, for the 2021 Swim Season.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Brushy Creek Marlins Swim Meet Parking Plan for Sendero Springs Pool located adjacent to Sendero Springs Drive, Round Rock, for the 2021 Swim Season.

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 authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Installation, Operation and Maintenance of a Miniature Train Ride Concession, under IFB T4523.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Installation, Operation and Maintenance of a Miniature Train Ride Concession, under Invitation for Bid (IFB) T4523.

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 authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for the Lease of 227 Acres Agricultural Land at Blackland Heritage County Park and set a minimum bid amount of $90.00/ per acre, under IFB T4520. Funding Source is P316.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for the Lease of 227 Acres Agricultural Land at Blackland Heritage County Park and set a minimum bid amount of $90.00 per acre, under Invitation for Bid (IFB) T4520 to be funded by P-316.

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
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Short Term Lease Agreement between Williamson County and Kenfield Golf Cars, LLC for the rental of a golf cart at a rate of $475.00 per month to support the operations of the Williamson County Expo Center and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Short Term Lease Agreement between Williamson County and Kenfield Golf Cars, LLC for the rental of a golf cart at a rate of $475.00 per month to support the operations of the Williamson County Exposition Center 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:
 
19.
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 $92,982.28 per the terms of DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-3763.
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase between Williamson County and Dell Marketing LP. to authorize the bulk order purchase for various departments in the amount of $92,982.28 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:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Services Contract between Williamson County and Building Abatement Demolition Co. Inc. (BAD) to provide the removal and proper disposal of one (1) handicap parking canopy located at the Wilco Justice Center in the amount of $9,800.00 per the terms of TIPS Contract #191002 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Services Contract between Williamson County and Building Abatement Demolition Company, Inc. (BAD) to provide the removal and proper disposal of (1) handicap parking canopy located at the Williamson County (Wilco) Justice Center in the amount of $9,800.00 per the terms of The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Contract # 191002 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:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $149,920.00 to expire March 8, 2022 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Hejl, Lee & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 23, 2021 for CR 255/CR 289 (CR 254 to Ronald Reagan Blvd). Funding source: P546
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $149,920.00 to expire March 8, 2022 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Hejl, Lee & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 23, 2021 for County Road (CR) 255 / CR 289 (CR 254 to Ronald Reagan Boulevard) to be funded by P-546.

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 Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 3 under Williamson County Contract between Walker Texas Surveyors, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for CR 255/CR 289 (CR 254 to Ronald Reagan Blvd.) Survey. Funding source: P546
 

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. 3 under Williamson County Contract between Walker Texas Surveyors, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for County Road (CR) 255 / CR 289 (CR 254 to Ronald Reagan Boulevard) Survey to be funded by P-546.

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 authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for IFB T4442 S San Gabriel Ranches Sub Rd & Drainage Improvements. Funding Source is P489.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) T4442 South San Gabriel Ranches Subdivision Road & Drainage Improvements to be funded by P-489.

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
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #T4116 All Season Pre-Coated Patching Mixture (ASPPM) to Waller County Asphalt, Inc. per the attachment and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) T4116 All Season Pre-Coated Patching Mixture (ASPPM) to Waller County Asphalt, Inc. per the attachment 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
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for as IFB T4461 McNeil Milling, Sealing and Overlay.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) T4461 McNeil 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
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Tesoro Sections 2 & 4 subdivision – Precinct 2.
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Tesoro Sections 2 & 4 subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Pleasantville subdivision – Precinct 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Pleasantville 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
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Tomecek subdivision – Precinct 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Tomecek 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
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing the Williamson County ITS department on being awarded the 2021 Tyler Technologies Public Sector Excellence Award.
Information Technology Deputy Chief Information Officer Alison Gleason addressed the Court: 
 
 

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

Motion: To recognize the Williamson County Information Technology Services (ITS) Department on being awarded the 2021 Tyler Technologies Public Sector Excellence Award.

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 a proclamation honoring Juneteenth in Williamson County.
Christel Erickson-Collins of Cedar Park and Nicholas Bach of Cedar Park addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a proclamation honoring Juneteenth in Williamson County with a correction to the last Whereas to read "WHEREAS, let us their for be reminded that our nation, state, and county have not yet achieved its full potential."

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 AT 11:30 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 2021.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED AT 11:40 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 2021.
 
31.
Hear presentation from Dan Wegmiller of Specialized Public Finance, Financial Advisor, regarding outstanding and future debt.
 Financial Advisor for Specialized Public Finance Dan Wegmiller and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding Resolution Approving the issuance of Harris County Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corporation Hospital Revenue Bonds (Texas Children's Hospital) Series 2021 to finance and refinance the costs of certain facilities for the Texas Children's Hospital in compliance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code (Note: The proposed resolution approving the bonds does not create any liability for Williamson County).
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Certificate for Resolution Approving the issuance of Harris County Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corporation Hospital Revenue Bonds (Texas Children's Hospital) Series 2021 to finance and refinance the costs of certain facilities for the Texas Children's Hospital in compliance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code (Note: The proposed resolution approving the bonds does not create any liability for 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
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on requesting the Williamson County Attorney to file a lawsuit to enjoin and restrain the City of Austin pursuant to Chapter 203 of the Texas Property Code in relation to the City of Austin’s purchase of the property located at 10811 Pecan Park Boulevard, Building 2, Austin, Texas for purposes of operating and using such property in Williamson County for temporary or permanent housing of individuals in Williamson County, as well as seek any other relief available at law or in equity.
Those who addressed the Court:
Nicholas Bach of Cedar Park 
Christel Erickson-Collins of Cedar Park
Nancy Einhorn of Round Rock 

No action was taken on this item.
 
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the engagement of Roger Moore - Attorney at Law to conduct a review of the Williamson County Bail Bond Board’s Local Rules and to propose any necessary or desirable changes to those rules, to review the proposed new license application forms for both individual sureties and corporate sureties, and to meet with the Board’s review committee concerning these proposed changes; and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4).
 

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

Motion: To approve the engagement of Roger Moore - Attorney at Law to conduct a review of the Williamson County Bail Bond Board’s Local Rules and to propose any necessary or desirable changes to those rules, to review the proposed new license application forms for both individual sureties and corporate sureties, and to meet with the Board’s review committee concerning these proposed changes; and exempt these services from the competitive bid / proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(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:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the issuance of a Notice of Termination of Farm Lease between Williamson County, Texas and Jerry Roznovak and Nadine Johnson, being dated effective September 18, 2018, for acreage situated adjacent to the intersection of Landfill Road and FM 1660 in Hutto, Williamson County, Texas.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the issuance of a Notice of Termination of Farm Lease between Williamson County, Texas and Jerry Roznovak and Nadine Johnson, being dated effective September 18, 2018, for acreage situated adjacent to the intersection of Landfill Road and Farm to Market (FM) 1660 in Hutto, Williamson County, 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:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Agreement for the Transfer of Law Enforcement Animals in accordance with Chapter 614 of the Texas Government Code.
 

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

Motion: To approve an Agreement for the Transfer of Law Enforcement Animals in accordance with Chapter 614 of the Texas Government Code.

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 proposed compensation changes for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement/Corrections Pay scales due to exigencies and economic demands.
Those who addressed the Court
Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Ken Evans
Sheriff's Office Finance Manager Kurt Showalter
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons
Executive Assistant for Commissioner Precinct 3 Rachel Arnold
Sheriff's Office Corrections Assistant Chief Deputy Kathleen Pokluda
 

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

Motion: To approve increasing the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Corrections Pay scale base pay and steps by 5% for steps 1-2, 4% for steps 3-4, 3% for steps 5-6, 2% for steps 7-9 and 1% for steps 10 to the end of the steps and reclassifying the Bailiff positions as Commissioned Corrections Officer with a $250.00 per month stipend due to exigencies and economic demands.

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:
 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a policy exception regarding the Chief Civil Attorney position in the County Attorney’s Office.
 

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

Motion: To approve a policy exception to allow the reclassification of Position Control Number (PCN) 0046 from Civil Attorney Grade 36 to Chief Civil Attorney Grade 39 in the County Attorney’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
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Purchase Order for annual maintenance, support and license fees from Elections Systems and Software in the amount of $245,495.00, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #542-17.
Those who addressed the Court:
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Marcia Strickler of Austin, Williamson County
 
 

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

Motion: To approve the Purchase Order for annual maintenance, support and license fees from Elections Systems and Software in the amount of $245,495.00, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract # 542-17.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving termination of the Electronic Bidding and contract Management System Mercell (formerly Negometrix) effective 09.15.2021 and authorizing the execution of the notice of termination letter.
 

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

Motion: To approve termination of the Electronic Bidding and Contract Management System Mercell (formerly Negometrix) effective September 15, 2021 and authorize the execution of the notice of termination letter.

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 approving contract with Bonfire for Third-Party Electronic Bidding and Contract Management System in the amount of $4,500 for the remainder of the Fiscal Year and for an annual total of $37,500 thereafter, as per DIR contract #DIR-TSO-4363, and authorizing the execution of the agreement and quote.
 

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

Motion: To approve the contract with Bonfire for Third-Party Electronic Bidding and Contract Management System in the amount of $4,500.00 for the remainder of the Fiscal Year and for an annual total of $37,500.00 thereafter, as per the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract # DIR-TSO-4363, and authorize the execution of the agreement and quote.

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 an agreement with Knight Security Systems for Camera upgrade for the Juvenile Justice Center, in the amount of $6,373.38 as per DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4494, and authorizing the execution of the agreement. Funding Source is P544.
 

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

Motion: To approve an agreement with Knight Security Systems for Camera upgrade for the Juvenile Justice Center, in the amount of $6,373.38 as per the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-CPO-4494 and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by P-544.

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 request to authorize the County Judge to sign initial submission documents related to a grant application through the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention in support of the Family Recovery Court Program.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to sign initial submission documents related to a grant application through the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention in support of the Family Recovery Court Program.

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
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on updates to the Employee Policy Manual to be effective October 1, 2021.
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the changes to Off-Site Staff Development (page 16) of 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:
 
45.
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.
County Treasurer Scott Heselmeyer and District Attorney Shawn Dick addressed the Court.

 
 

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

Motion: To approve the concept of hiring three prosecutor positions for the District Attorney to be funded by The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

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
_______________________________________________________________________
 

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

Motion: To allocate up to $1,800,000.00 of the American Rescue Plan Act funding to the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center to be used to offset the shortfall in the construction of the new building.

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
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on ratifying agreement with The Roof Company Waco LLC, for Roof Rebuild at the Central Texas Treatment Center (CTTC) in the amount of $776,103.37 as per TIPS contract #210205.
 

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

Motion: To ratify an agreement with The Roof Company Waco LLC, for Interior Restoration at the Central Texas Treatment Center (CTTC) in the amount of $776,103.37 as per The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) contract # 210205 correcting "Roof Rebuild " to "Interior Restoration".

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 approving the Master Service agreement between Team Mechanical Services and Williamson County in the not-to-exceed amount of $400,000.00, pursuant to TIPS Coop contract 210205 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Master Service agreement between Team Mechanical Services and Williamson County in the not-to-exceed amount of $400,000.00, pursuant to The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Co-operative contract 210205 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
 
48.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
No action was taken on this item.
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Assignment between PaveTex Engineering, LLC as assignor, and Atlas Technical Consultants LLC, as assignee, in relation to that certain Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services dated effective April 23, 2020 regarding On Call Materials Testing & Geotechnical Engineering Services. Funding Source: 01.0200.0210.004160.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Contract Assignment between PaveTex Engineering, LLC as assignor, and Atlas Technical Consultants LLC, as assignee, in relation to that certain Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services dated effective April 23, 2020 regarding On-Call Materials Testing & Geotechnical Engineering Services 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:
 
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #T4115 CR 375 Reconstruction to QA Construction Services Inc. and authorizing the execution of the agreement. Funding Source is P497.
 

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

Motion: To awarding Invitation for Bid (IFB) # T4115 County Road (CR) 375 Reconstruction to QA Construction Services, Inc. and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by P-497.

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
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding a Notice of Intent (NOI) for a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan associated with the Construction General Permit (TXR150000) for Southeast Loop Segment 1 Phase 1, a Road Bond program project in Commissioner Pct. 4.  P: 463  Funding Source: Road Bond
 

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

Motion: To approve a Notice of Intent (NOI) for a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan associated with the Construction General Permit (TXR150000) for Southeast Loop Segment 1 Phase 1, a Road Bond program 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
 
52.
Discuss consider and take appropriate action on a revised Atlas 14 Grant Agreement with the Texas Water Development Board for a regional flood planning study.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a revised Atlas 14 Grant Agreement with the Texas Water Development Board for a regional flood planning 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:
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with GMD Legacy, Inc. for property located at 401 W. 6th Street Georgetown, TX.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with GMD Legacy, Inc. for property located at 401 W. 6th Street Georgetown.

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:
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Claim for Partial Payment of Housing Supplement with Raymond and Pamela Cantrell for right of way acquired on the Liberty Hill Bypass project (Parcel 45). Funding Source: Road Bonds P 346.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Claim for Partial Payment of Housing Supplement with Raymond Cantrell and Pamela Cantrell for the right-of-way acquired on the Liberty Hill Bypass Project (Parcel 45) to be funded by Road Bond P-346.

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
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Claim for Actual Moving Expenses with Ed and Jennie Dilworth for right of way acquired on the SE Loop project (Parcel 6). Funding Source: Road Bonds P463
 

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

Motion: To approve a Claim for Actual Moving Expenses with Ed Dilworth and Jennie Dilworth for the right-of-way acquired on the SE Loop Project (Parcel 6) 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
 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Claim for Actual Moving Expenses with Thomas and Melissa Diaz for right of way acquired for the CR 176 Project (Parcel 5). Funding Source: Road Bonds P241
 

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

Motion: To approve a Claim for Actual Moving Expenses with Thomas Diaz and Melissa Diaz for the right-of-way acquired for the County Road (CR) 176 Project (Parcel 5) to be funded by Road Bond P-241.

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:
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Release of Right of Entry Agreement and a Release of Right of Entry, Possession, Use and Construction Agreement with Robinson Ranch and Robinson Land Limited Partnership from 2001 and 2002 in regard to the SH 45 Project which is no longer needed.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Release of Right of Entry Agreement and a Release of Right of Entry, Possession, Use and Construction Agreement with Robinson Ranch and Robinson Land Limited Partnership from 2001 and 2002 in regard to the State Highway (SH) 45 Project which is no longer needed.

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
 
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Paul A. Kroschewsky for right of way needed on the CR 366 project (Parcel 15) Funding Source; Road Bonds P 296
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Paul A. Kroschewsky for the right-of-way needed on the County Road (CR) 366 Project (Parcel 15) to be funded by Road Bond P-296.

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:
 
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.0887 acres) required for the construction of CR 366, and take appropriate action. (Steve Dillawn and Edward Griffith Jr./Parcel 9).
 

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

Motion: To authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire 0.0887 acres of property owned by Steve Dillawn, as Independent Executor of the Estate of Charles Dillawn (deceased) and Edward C. Griffith, Jr. for the construction, reconstruction, maintenance, and operation of County Road (CR) 366 Roadway Improvements Project (Parcel 9).


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:
 
60.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.8201 acres) required for the construction of CR 366, and take appropriate action. (Steve Dillawn and Edward Griffith Jr. (Parcel 10).
 

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

Motion: To authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire 0.8201 acres of property owned by Steve Dillawn, as Independent Executor of the Estate of Charles Dillawn (deceased) and Edward C. Griffith, Jr. for the construction, reconstruction, maintenance, and operation of County Road (CR) 366 Roadway Improvements Project (Parcel 10).

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:
 
61.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (3.225 acres) required for the construction of Southeast Loop, and take appropriate action. (Raymond Eugene Naivar and Diane Mikulencak Naivar/Parcel 72)
 

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

Motion: To authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire 3.225 acres of property owned by Raymond Eugene Naivar and Diane Mikulencak Naivar, Trustees of the R and D Trust Dated December 10, 2020 for the construction, reconstruction, maintenance, and operation of Corridor A-1 Southeast Loop Project (Parcel 72).



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 on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (17.268 acres) required for the construction of Southeast Loop, and take appropriate action. (Fuessel Holdings, LLC/Parcel 94 parts 1 & 2)
 

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

Motion: To authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire 17.268 acres of property owned by Fuessel Holdings, LLC, a Texas limited liability company for the construction, reconstruction, maintenance and operation of Corridor A-1 of Southeast Loop Project (Parcel 94 parts 1 & 2).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:11 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 2021.
 
63.
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 near Justice Center. 
    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 and potential acquisition.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
64.
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 Cutting Edge
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
65.
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.
ee) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
ff) Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-480; Gloria Cowin, Individually and on behalf of the Estate Of Patrick Dupre, v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
gg) Civil Action No. Civil Action No. 21-481; Marquina Gilliam-Hicks v. Sean Feldman, In his individual capacity, and Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
66.
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.
 
67.
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 1:34 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 2021.
 
68.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
69.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
70.
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.
ee) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
ff) Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-480; Gloria Cowin, Individually and on behalf of the Estate Of Patrick Dupre, v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
gg) Civil Action No. Civil Action No. 21-481; Marquina Gilliam-Hicks v. Sean Feldman, In his individual capacity, and Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
71.
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 in Executive Session.
 
72.
Comments from Commissioners.
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. introduced and congratulated Shannon Frances as the Assistant to General Council to Commissioners Court and congratulated Chief of Staff Melissa Goins on her last attendance of Commissioners Court, wished her well in her new endeavors after 38 years with the county and extended the invitation to her retirement party to be held on Thursday, June 17, 2021. 
 
73.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Shannon Covar of Austin, Williamson County
Teresa Blanton of Cedar Park
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Shelby Little of Georgetown
Christel Erickson-Collins of Cedar Park
Scott Heselmeyer of Jarrell

No action was taken on this item.
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 2:54 P.M.ON TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 2021.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 22nd day of June, 2021.


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

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