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Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

 
MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JUNE 22, 2021


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:32 A.M. on TUESDAY, JUNE 22, 2021, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Others Present:
  • 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 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the June 15, 2021 meeting.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
2.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer 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 $3,820,192.12 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:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
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 – 30 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Constable Precinct #1.
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the Constable Precinct 1:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0551-003002 Constable Precinct 1 Vehicle Equipment $1,100.00
To 0100-0551-003005 Constable Precinct 1 Office Furniture $1,100.00
From 0100-0551-003002 Constable Precinct 1 Vehicle Equipment $1,350.00
To 0100-0551-003010 Constable Precinct 1 Computer Equipment $1,350.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Fire Marshal's Office.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Fire Marshal's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0542-003101 Educational Training Supplies $680.00
To 0100-0542-004505 Software Maintenance $680.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-003553 Signs $50,000.00
From 0200-0210-003556 Aggregate / Rock Materials $50,000.00
To 0200-0210-003554 Chemicals, Roadside Spraying $100,000.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a line item transfer for EMS.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-005700 Vehicles > $5,000 $2,000.00
To 0100-0540-003003 Radio Equipment < $5,000 $2,000.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0475.003398 Videotapes / CD / DVD $1,700.00
To 0100.0475.004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance $1,700.00
From 0100.0475.004902 County Attorney Legal Support $7,535.50
To 0100.0475.001107 Temp Labor-Seasonal Help $7,000.00
To 0100.0475.002010 FICA $535.50

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0499-004505 Software Maintenance $1,600.00
To 0100-0499-004500 Hardware Maintenance $1,600.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace, Precinct #4.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 (JP4):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non-Departmental / Contingencies $328,000.00
To 0100-0454-004190 JP4 / Autopsies $328,000.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Auction including one (1) 2013 John Deere CX-15 Batwing Shredder, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Auction including (1) 2013 John Deere CX-15 Batwing Shredder, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of May 2021 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 

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

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

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

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

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a donation in the amount of $40.00 to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Community Liaison Division pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 81.032.
 

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

Motion: To approve a donation in the amount of $40.00 to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Community Liaison Division pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 81.032.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting a donation of 2 dog training e-collars to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office from Vested Interest in K9.
 

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

Motion: To accept a donation of 2 dog training e-collars to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office from Vested Interest in K9.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an agreement between The Golf Club Star Ranch and Williamson County for an event space rental in the amount of $4,592.94 and authorize the execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve an agreement between The Golf Club Star Ranch and Williamson County for an event space rental in the amount of $4,592.94 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Wastewater Easement and two Floodplain Drainage Easements between the City of Cedar Park, as Grantee, and Williamson County, as Grantor, in relation to the Champion Park.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Wastewater Easement and two Floodplain Drainage Easements between the City of Cedar Park, as Grantee, and Williamson County, as Grantor, in relation to the Champion Park.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the quotation between Axon Enterprise, Inc and Williamson County for the purchase of standard battery packs in the amount of $1,797.00, pursuant to Texas Smart Buy Contract #680-A1, and authorizing execution of the quote.
 

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

Motion: To approve the quotation between Axon Enterprise, Inc. and Williamson County for the purchase of standard battery packs in the amount of $1,797.00, pursuant to Texas Smart Buy Contract # 680-A1 and authorize the execution of the quote.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the labor proposal between Williamson County and Unified Power in the amount of $1,364.35 and authorize the execution of this agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve the labor proposal between Williamson County and Unified Power in the amount of $1,364.35 and authorize the execution of this agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Agreement #1903-307 Juvenile Food Services, Amendment 4, renewal option 2, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract, with the exception of the Additional Services for incentive meals and Consumer Price Index (CPI) price changes, for the renewal period of July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022, and is subject to Commissioners Court approval.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the extension of Agreement # 1903-307 Juvenile Food Services, Amendment 4, renewal option 2, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract, with the exception of the Additional Services for incentive meals and Consumer Price Index (CPI) price changes, for the renewal period of July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, and is subject to Commissioners Court approval.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the labor proposal between Williamson County and Carrier Corporation for HVAC repair services in the amount of $3,460.00 per the terms of Buy Board contract #631-20 and by authorizing the execution of this agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve the labor proposal between Williamson County and Carrier Corporation for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) repair services in the amount of $3,460.00 per the terms of Buy Board contract # 631-20 and authorize the execution of this agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the labor proposal between Williamson County and Carrier Corporation for HVAC repair services in the amount of $13,620.00 per the terms of Buy Board contract #631-20 and by authorizing the execution of this agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve the labor proposal between Williamson County and Carrier Corporation for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) repair services in the amount of $13,620.00 per the terms of Buy Board contract # 631-20 and authorize the execution of this agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $37,112.60 to expire on December 31, 2021 under Williamson County Contract for Environmental Services between SWCA Incorporated and Williamson County dated February 25, 2020 for CR 201 Environmental Services. Funding source: P499
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $37,112.60 to expire on December 31, 2021 under Williamson County Contract for Environmental Services between SWCA Incorporated and Williamson County dated February 25, 2020 for County Road (CR) 201 Environmental Services to be funded by P-499.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 2 in the amount of $33,905.07 to expire on December 31, 2021 under Williamson County Contract for Environmental Services between SWCA Incorporated and Williamson County dated February 25, 2020 for CR 255 Environmental Services. Funding source: P546
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $33,905.07 to expire on December 31, 2021 under Williamson County Contract for Environmental Services between SWCA Incorporated and Williamson County dated February 25, 2020 for County Road (CR) 255 Environmental Services to be funded by P-546.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 2 in the amount of $40,643.00 to expire on December 31, 2021 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Fugro USA Land, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 5, 2020 for On Call Materials Testing and Geotechnical Engineering CR 201 (CR 200 to Umbrella Sky) Phase 1. Funding source: P499
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $40,643.00 to expire on December 31, 2021 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Fugro USA Land, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 5, 2020 for On-Call Materials Testing and Geotechnical Engineering County Road (CR) 201 (CR 200 to Umbrella Sky) Phase 1 to be funded by P-499.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Fugro USA Land, Inc and Williamson County dated May 5, 2020 for On Call Materials Testing and Geotechnical Engineering. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004160
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Fugro USA Land, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 5, 2020 for On-Call Materials Testing and Geotechnical Engineering to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004160.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on rejecting proposals submitted on T4178 IFB Tradesman's Industrial Park and 79 Business Park Milling, Sealing and Overlay and authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals under the new T4609 IFB Tradesman's Industrial Park and 79 Business Park Improvements.
 

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

Motion: To reject proposals submitted on Invitation for Bid (IFB) T4178 Tradesman's Industrial Park and 79 Business Park Milling, Sealing and Overlay and authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals under the new IFB T4609 Tradesman's Industrial Park and 79 Business Park Improvements.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #T4178 CR 175, Great Oaks Dr and Parkside Pkwy Milling and Overlay to Texas Materials Group, Inc. per the attachment and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # T4178 County Road (CR) 175, Great Oaks Drive and Parkside Parkway Milling and Overlay to Texas Materials Group, Inc. per the attachment and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Arrowwood subdivision – Precinct 2.
 

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Arrowwood subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Carnley Two subdivision – Precinct 3.
 

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Carnley Two subdivision – Precinct 3.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Shilo Oaks subdivision – Precinct 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Shilo Oaks subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on resolution recognizing Julie Calhoun-Bijou for her 32 years of service to Williamson County and Williamson County Juvenile Services upon her retirement June 30, 2021.
Executive Director of Juvenile Services Scott Matthew and Juvenile Justice Center Probation Officer Julie Calhoun-Bijou addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a resolution recognizing Julie Calhoun-Bijou for her 32 years of service to Williamson County and Williamson County Juvenile Services upon her retirement June 30, 2021.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss and take appropriate action on the Community Development Block Grant 2021 Action Plan.
Community Development Administrator Sally Bardwell addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Community Development Block Grant 2021 Action Plan.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional revenues for nondepartmental.
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional revenues for non-departmental:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.364000 Sale of Surplus Property $19,000.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures in the General Fund.
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures in the General Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0409.004520 Auction Make Ready $19,000.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving a salary grievance committee, including alternates.
 

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

Motion: To approve a salary grievance committee, including alternates.
1. Mark Barron
2. Robin Beherec
3. Rachel Leithead
4. Kevin Finewood
5. Jonathan Roe
6. Ester Byers
7. Brent Bordic
8. Jose Sanchez
9. Richard Doerr, Jr.

Alternates:
Leslie Cantu Jeffrey Ness Anne Geswender Daniel Ventura
Clayton Strickland Alan Foskey Lindy Frazer Kristine Wofford
Ashley Luera Lorna Jones Brandy Carpenter Umar Khan
Bryce Bolick Robert Bevill, II Curtis Burke, Jr. Daniel Wilhite
Cheryl Kifer Suzanne Broccolo Amratbhai Patel Elizabeth Meador

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the Benefit Committee Budget recommendations for the 2022 Benefit Plan Year, plan changes, employer contributions, employee rates and retiree rates.
Director of Benefits Administration Shelley Loughrey and Holmes Murphy Broker Consultant David Gibson addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Benefit Committee Budget recommendations for the 2022 Benefit Plan Year, plan changes, employer contributions, employee rates and retiree rates.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the services contract between RITE Academy, LLC and Williamson County for Sheriff's Office training in the amount of $33,100, and exempting this purchase from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions 262.024 (a)(4) a personal or professional service, and authorizing execution of the contract.
 

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

Motion: To approve the services contract between RITE Academy, LLC and Williamson County for Sheriff's Office training in the amount of $33,100.00 and exempt this purchase from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions 262.024(a)(4) a personal or professional service, and authorize the execution of the contract.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Liability Release and Work Agreement Form related to short-term unpaid internships in the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to support operations and enhance recruitment.
County Sheriff Mike Gleason addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Liability Release and Work Agreement Form related to short-term unpaid internships in the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to support operations and enhance recruitment.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a blanket purchase order for fuel to Fuelman in the amount of $156,000 pursuant to Omnia Partners contract #R161501.
 

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

Motion: To approve a blanket purchase order for fuel to Fuelman in the amount of $156,000.00 pursuant to Omnia Partners contract # R161501.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pay for medical staff in corrections.
Bill Kelberlau addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
 
41.
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.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
 
42.
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:
Marie Chaudhari of Austin, Williamson County
Nancy Einhorn of Round Rock 
Rupal Chaudhari of Austin, Williamson County
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown

No action was taken on this item.
 
43.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
No action was taken on this item.
 
44.
Receive the June 2021 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation.
No action was taken on this item.
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB T4220 CR 313 From 1100' E of IH35 to 580' E of CR 332 Milling, Sealing and Overlay to the lowest responsive bidder Lone Star Paving and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) T4220 County Road (CR) 313 From 1100' E of Interstate Highway 35 (IH35) to 580' E of CR 332 Milling, Sealing and Overlay to the lowest responsive bidder Lone Star Paving and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB T4230 CR 258 Milling, Sealing and Overlay to the lowest responsive bidder Texas Material Group Inc and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) T4230 County Road (CR) 258 Milling, Sealing and Overlay to the lowest responsive bidder Texas Material Group, Inc. and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on amending the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations pursuant to the authority of Chapter 232 of the Texas Local Government Code.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown and Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To amend the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations pursuant to the authority of Chapter 232 of the Texas Local Government Code.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application to the Texas Historical Commission (THC), required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the CR 279 (Bagdad Road North) Project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct 2. (P343).
 

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

Motion: To approve an Antiquities Permit Application to the Texas Historical Commission (THC), required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the County Road (CR) 279 (Bagdad Road North) Project, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 2 to be funded by P-343.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 2 to the Utility Coordination/Relocation Services contract between Williamson County and Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. relating to the Corridor and Road Bond Programs. Project: On-Call. Fund Source: Corridor & Road Bonds.
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 2 to the Utility Coordination/Relocation Services contract between Williamson County and Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. relating to the Corridor and Road Bond Programs for the On-Call Project to be funded by Corridor & Road Bonds.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Flood Plain Maps Update (Atlas 14 Mapping) contract between Williamson County and Doucet & Associates, Inc. relating to the LRTP Program. P: 583 Fund Source: LRTP and CIP
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Flood Plain Maps Update (Atlas 14 Mapping) contract between Williamson County and Doucet & Associates, Inc. relating to the Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Program to be funded by the LRTP and the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) P-583.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
51.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 2 to the Flood Plain Maps Update (Atlas 14 Mapping) contract between Williamson County and Halff Associates, Inc. relating to the LRTP Program. P: 583 Fund Source: LRTP and CIP
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 2 to the Flood Plain Maps Update (Atlas 14 Mapping) contract between Williamson County and Halff Associates, Inc. relating to the Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) to be funded by LRTP and the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) P-583.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
52.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Flood Plain Maps Update (Atlas 14 Mapping) contract between Williamson County and AECOM Technical Services, Inc. relating to the LRTP Program. P: 583 Fund Source: LRTP and CIP
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Flood Plain Maps Update (Atlas 14 Mapping) contract between Williamson County and AECOM Technical Services, Inc. relating to the Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Program to be funded by the LRTP and the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) P-583.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (7.187 acres) required for the construction of SE Loop, and take appropriate action. (John and Mary Bigon/Parcel 89).
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire 7.187 acres of property owned by John and Mary Bigon located on the North side of United States (US) 79 and County Road (CR) 101 for the construction of CR 366 (Parcel 89).

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

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

Amended Motion: To authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire 7.187 acres of property owned by John and Mary Bigon located on the North side of United States (US) 79 and County Road (CR) 101 for the construction of Southeast (SE) Loop Project (Parcel 89).

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (1.08 acres) required for the construction of SE Loop, and take appropriate action. (John and Mary Bigon/Parcel 93).
 

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

Motion: To authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire 1.08 acres of property owned by John and Mary Bigon located on the Northeast corner of United States (US) 79 and County Road 101 for the construction of CR 366 (Parcel 93).

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

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

Amended Motion: To authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire 1.08 acres of property owned by John and Mary Bigon located on the Northeast corner of United States (US) 79 and County Road 101 for the construction of Southeast (SE) Loop Project (Parcel 93).

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a letter agreement with Hutto Community Development Corporation for easements needed on the SE Loop Project (Parcels 75-DE, 75-WE, 79-WE, 79-DE, 80 P1-WE, 80P1- DE) Funding Source: Rad Bonds P463
 

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

Motion: To approve a letter agreement with Hutto Community Development Corporation for easements needed on the Southeast (SE) Loop Project (Parcels 75-DE, 75-WE, 79-WE, 79-DE, 80 P1-WE, 80P1- DE) to be funded by Road Bond P-463.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:53 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 22, 2021.
 
56.
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
 
57.
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
 
58.
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) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
ee) 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.
ff) 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
 
59.
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
 
60.
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 11:12 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 22, 2021.
 
61.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
62.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
63.
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) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
ee) 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.
ff) 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 on this item.
 
64.
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.
 
65.
Comments from Commissioners.
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey reminded the community that Commissioners Court will be held on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 and Commissioners Court will not be held on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 due to the 4th of July holiday.
 
66.
Public Comment Period.
Lawrence Holybee of Round Rock and Shelby Little of Georgetown addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:12 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 22, 2021.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 29th day of June, 2021.


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

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