Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JUNE 29, 2021

STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:37 A.M. on TUESDAY, JUNE 29, 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 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Absent:

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
County Clerk Nancy E. Rister

Others Present:

Shannon Francis, Assistant General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
Rebecca Pruitt, Deputy/Executive Assistant to County Clerk

Review and approval of minutes.

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

Motion: To approve the Minutes of the June 22, 2021 meeting.

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

Attachments:

Minutes

Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.

First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,957,378.99 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 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)

Attachments:

CONSENT AGENDA

The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 3 – 20 )

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the General Fund Non-Departmental.

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the General Fund Non-Departmental:

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0100.0409.004606	Payments to Economy Development Agreements	$13,409.00
From	0100.0409.004711	Tax Appraisal District	$41,713.00
From	0100.0409.004998	Contingencies	$39,318.00
To	0100.0409.004604	Payments to TIF/TIRZ	$94,440.00

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

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Debt Service Fund.

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Debt Service Fund:

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0600.0600.006637	14 Unlimited Tax Road Bond, Interest	$61,482.00
To	0600.0600.004604	Payments to TIR/TIRZ	$61,482.00

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

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace, Precinct #1.

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 (JP1):

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0100-0409-004998	Non-Departmental / Contingencies	$160,000.00
To	0100-0451-004190	JP1 / Autopsies	$150,000.00
To	0100-0451-004192	JP1 / Transport	$10,000.00

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

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Sheriffs Office.

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Sheriffs Office:

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0100.0560.005700	Vehicles >$5000	$38,000.00
To	0100.0560.005741	Computer Software >5000	$38,000.00

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

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3.

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace Precinct 3:

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0100-0453-004002	Jurors	$3,000.00
To	0100-0453-004141	Interpreters	$3,000.00

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

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3.

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace Precinct 3:

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0100-0453-004002	Jurors	$2,000.00
To	0100-0453-003005	Office Furniture	$2,000.00

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

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging the 2021 Annual Asset Inventory as conducted by Records Consultants, Inc. to fulfill the requirement of producing an annual asset report for the county, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 262.011. (i).

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

Motion: To acknowledge the 2021 Annual Asset Inventory as conducted by Records Consultants, Inc. to fulfill the requirement of producing an annual asset report for the county, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 262.011(i).

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

Attachments:

10.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Interlocal Agreement with Williamson County Emergency Services District 5 and Williamson County for the sale of surplus equipment to include One (1) 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe, VIN #1GNLC2E00ER216000, in accordance with Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152(a)(1).

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

Motion: To approve the Interlocal Agreement with Williamson County Emergency Services District 5 and Williamson County for the sale of surplus equipment to include (1) 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe, VIN #1GNLC2E00ER216000, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152(a)(1).

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

Attachments:

11.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, May 2021 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.

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

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 May 2021 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure Section 103.005.

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

Attachments:

May 2021 - CCP 103

12.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, May 2021 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.

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

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

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

Attachments:

JP4 EOM MAY 2021

13.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving agreement between Williamson County and SOS Communications, LLC to provide internet services to the River Ranch Park Interpretive Center with a one-time installation fee of $99.00 and month-to-month fee of $120.00 (Elite Package) for Information Services and authorizing the execution of this agreement.

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

Motion: To approve an agreement between Williamson County and SOS Communications, LLC to provide internet services to the River Ranch Park Interpretive Center with a one-time installation fee of $99.00 and month-to-month fee of $120.00 (Elite Package) for Information Services and authorize the execution of this agreement.

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

Attachments:

Agreement

14.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the services between Williamson County and Technology for Education LLC d/b/a TFE Connect in the amount of $57,877.00 per the terms of TIPs contract # 200105 and by authorizing the execution of this agreement.

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

Motion: To approve the services contract between Williamson County and Technology for Education LLC d/b/a TFE Connect in the amount of $57,877.00 per the terms of The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) contract # 200105 and authorize the execution of this agreement.

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

Attachments:

Addendum

15.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on disposal of county assets through trade-in of existing livestock bucking chutes (Quote attached) for upcoming livestock, equestrian or rodeo events at the Williamson County Expo Center pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code 263.152(2) and authorized purchase for new livestock bucking chutes in the amount of $29,304.60 with Morgan Livestock Equipment under TIPS Cooperative contract # 200501.

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

Motion: To approve the disposal of county assets through trade-in of existing livestock bucking chutes (Quote attached) for upcoming livestock, equestrian or rodeo events at the Williamson County Exposition Center pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152(2) and authorize the purchase for new livestock bucking chutes in the amount of $29,304.60 with Morgan Livestock Equipment under The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Cooperative contract # 200501.

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

Attachments:

16.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Taylor Rodeo Association to be effective June 29, 2021. (Williamson County Expo Center).

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

Motion: To acknowledge receipt and approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Taylor Rodeo Association to be effective June 29, 2021 (Williamson County Exposition Center).

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

Attachments:

Agreement

17.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of fifteen (15) Logitech Tap for Microsoft Teams Medium Rooms-Video Conferencing Kits for various departments throughout the county in the amount of $58,650.00 and six (6) Logitech Rally Mic Pod-Microphones in the amount of $1,784.94 pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-3865.

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of (15) Logitech Tap for Microsoft Teams Medium Rooms-Video Conferencing Kits for various departments throughout the county in the amount of $58,650.00 and (6) Logitech Rally Mic Pod-Microphones in the amount of $1,784.94 pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-TSO-3865.

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

Attachments:

18.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for as IFB T4676 Williams Drive from FM 3405 to 375 east of N Lakewood Drive Milling, Sealing and Overlay.

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) T4676 Williams Drive from Farm-to-Market (FM) 3405 to 375 east of North Lakewood Drive for Milling, Sealing and Overlay.

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

19.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for as IFB T4679 CR 266 Milling and Overlay from Seward Junction loop to Caughfield Subdivision.

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) T4679 County Road (CR) 266 for Milling and Overlay from Seward Junction Loop to Caughfield Subdivision.

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

20.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the temporary closing of McNeil Road for railroad work.

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

Motion: To approve the temporary closing of McNeil Road for railroad work.

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

Attachments:

McNeil Rd Detour Plan

REGULAR AGENDA

21.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Tenex Software Solutions, Inc. and Williamson County for an asset tracking and inventory management system, Election AIM, that provides functionality for managing all equipment and supplies on how they are used, distributed and returned from each location for the Elections Department in the amount of $24,000.00 per year and authorizing execution of the agreement.

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Those who addressed the Court:
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
Ray Coffey of Liberty Hill
Elections Administrator Chris Davis

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

Motion: To approve the agreement between Tenex Software Solutions, Inc. and Williamson County for an asset tracking and inventory management system, Election AIM, that provides functionality for managing all equipment and supplies on how they are used, distributed and returned from each location for the Elections Department in the amount of $24,000.00 per year and authorize the execution of the agreement.

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

Attachments:

Agreement

22.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on establishing County Holidays for FY2021/2022.

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

Motion: To approve the County Holidays for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021/2022 with a correction from "December 31, 2020" to "December 31, 2021" and removing Tuesday, July 5, 2022.

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

Attachments:

Proposed Holiday Schedule

23.

Discuss, consider and take action regarding providing direction to staff to execute a Tax Anticipation Note and bring back to Commissioners Court for final approval.

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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.

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

Motion: To provide direction to staff to execute a Tax Anticipation Note with a cap of $200,000,000.00 and to bring this back to Commissioners Court for final approval.

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

24.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Courthouse Security Fund.

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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the Courthouse Security Fund:

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0360.0360.003003	Radio Equipment <$5000	$2,593.00
From	0360.0360.003311	Uniforms	$2,186.36
From	0360.0360.004543	Repairs to Equipment	$3,205.32
To	0360.0360.001105	Law Enforcement Salaries	$4,918.25
To	0360.0360.001913	Bailiff Stipend	$1,615.32
To	0360.0360.002010	FICA	$499.82
To	0360.0360.002020	Retirement	$951.29

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

25.

Consider and take appropriate action authorizing submission of a Grant Application through The Children's Commission Court Improvement Program in support of the Family Recovery Court Program.

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

Motion: To authorize the submission of a Grant Application through The Children's Commission Court Improvement Program in support of the Family Recovery Court Program.

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

Attachments:

FRC Childrens Comm Grant Mgmt Rpt.

26.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on request to authorize the County Judge to sign final submission documents related to a grant application through the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention in support of the Family Recovery Court Program.

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

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to sign final 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 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)

Attachments:

OJJDP Grant Request

27.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the engagement of attorney Audrey J. Blair to provide legal support to Williamson County District Judges in the performance of their duties as they relate to family law matters on an as-needed basis and subject to available budgetary funding; 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 Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4).

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

Motion: To approve the engagement of attorney Audrey J. Blair to provide legal support to Williamson County District Judges in the performance of their duties as they relate to family law matters on an as-needed basis and subject to available budgetary funding; 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 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)

Attachments:

Engagement Letter

28.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations.

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations:

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100.0000.367403	Park Donations	$729.00

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

29.

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations:

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100.0510.003670	Use of Donations	$729.00

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

30.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the additional expenditures for the Information Technology Services Department.

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

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

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100.0503.004541	Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance	$4,176.36

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

31.

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

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

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100.0000.364100	Insurance Proceeds	$4,176.36

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

32.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstance to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the General Fund.

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstance to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the General Fund:

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100.0000.364100	Insurance Proceeds	$91,406.10

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

33.

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

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

Acct No.	Description	Amount
0100.0552.004541	Vehicle Repair & Maintenance	$10,337.00
0100.0560.004541	Vehicle Repair & Maintenance	$43,441.25
0100.0475.004541	Vehicle Repair & Maintenance	$8,712.04
0100.0510.004541	Vehicle Repair & Maintenance	$28,915.81

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

34.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding needs for Park Bond projects: (1) P559 - Berry Springs Park & Preserve support amenities, (2) P560- Southwest Williamson County Regional Park restroom project and (3) P552 - Champion Park parking lot expansion project.

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

Motion: To approve funding needs for Park Bond projects: (1) P-559 - Berry Springs Park & Preserve support amenities, (2) P-560- Southwest Williamson County Regional Park restroom project and (3) P-552 - Champion Park parking lot expansion project.

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

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

Motion: To reconsider the motion for funding needs for Park Bond projects: (1) P-559 - Berry Springs Park & Preserve support amenities, (2) P-560- Southwest Williamson County Regional Park restroom project and (3) P-552 - Champion Park parking lot expansion project.

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

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

Motion: To approve direction to staff to find $500,000.00 in funding to fulfill the 2019 Park Bond Projects Recommended Scope as presented.

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

Attachments:

35.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on terminating the existing agreement for Design and Engineering Services with Studio 16:19 for Champion Park and Southwest Regional Park, authorizing two separate Professional Service Agreements (PSA), one for Champion Park (P552) up to Fifty Thousand, Two Hundred Ninety-Six Dollars ($50,296.00) and one for Southwest Regional Park (P560) up to Forty Thousand, Four Hundred Eighty-Six Dollars ($40,486.00) and authorizing the execution of the two new agreements.

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

Motion: To terminate the existing agreement for Design and Engineering Services with Studio 16:19 for Champion Park and Southwest Regional Park, authorize two separate Professional Service Agreements (PSA), one for Champion Park (P-552) up to $50,296.00 and one for Southwest Regional Park (P-560) up to $40,486.00 and authorize the execution of the two new agreements.

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

Attachments:

36.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the agreement between Virgin Pulse and Williamson County for Wellness Program Application Services to support employee health and wellness programming, communication and reporting utilizing Sourcewell Cooperative Contract No. 102518-VRG and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

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

Motion: To authorize the agreement between Virgin Pulse and Williamson County for Wellness Program Application Services to support employee health and wellness programming, communication and reporting utilizing Sourcewell Cooperative Contract No. 102518-VRG and authorize the execution of the agreement.

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

Attachments:

Agreement

37.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on the Wilco Forward grant program, setting budget priorities in relation to remaining CARES Act funds and American Rescue Plan funding, as well as possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act and American Rescue Plan funds.

No action was taken on this item.

38.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 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.

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Those who addressed the Court:
Ray Coffey of Liberty Hill
Christel Erickson-Collins of Cedar Park
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Freda Cheng of Austin, Williamson County
Stephanie Goodman of Austin, Williamson County
Rupal Chaudhari of Austin, Willimason County

No action was taken on this item.

39.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) for Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) in the amount of $12,000.00 for the Design, Engineering and Construction Administration Services required for the Williamson County Expo Center Roof Repair as a result of the February 2021 winter storm event; 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).

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

Motion: To approve a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) for Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) in the amount of $12,000.00 for the Design, Engineering and Construction Administration Services required for the Williamson County Exposition Center Roof Repair as a result of the February 2021 winter storm event; 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 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)

Attachments:

Agreement

40.

Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.

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Senior Director of Infrastructure Robert Daigh addressed the Court.

41.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 2 to the FM 3349 at US 79 Intersection contract between Williamson County and HDR Engineering, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program. Project: P332. Fund Source: Road Bonds.

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 2 to the Farm-to-Market (FM) 3349 at United Stated (US) 79 Intersection contract between Williamson County and HDR Engineering, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bond P-332.

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

Attachments:

FM3349atUS79-HDR-ContractAmendment2

42.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 1 to the CR 245 contract between Williamson County and Bridgefarmer & Associates, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program. Project: P353 Fund Source: Road Bonds

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the County Road (CR) 245 contract between Williamson County and Bridgefarmer & Associates, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bond P-353.

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

Attachments:

43.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Corridor E4 contract between Williamson County and Halff Associates, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program. Project: P359 Fund Source: Road Bonds

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Corridor E4 contract between Williamson County and Halff Associates, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bond P-359.

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

Attachments:

CorridorE4-Halff-ContractAmendment1

44.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Resolution with TxDoT for a locally funded Road & Bridge Improvement Project (on-system) which will allow for construction of a new bridge over SH 130 at Corridor C, and the construction of left and right turn lanes at SH 29 and Corridor C Phase 1 in Williamson County, Texas.

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

Motion: To approve a Resolution with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDoT) for a locally funded Road & Bridge Improvement Project (on-system) which will allow for construction of a new bridge over State Highway (SH) 130 at Corridor C, and the construction of left and right turn lanes at SH 29 and Corridor C Phase 1 in Williamson County, Texas.

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

Attachments:

Resolution

45.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Advance Funding Agreement Amendment No. 1 with TxDoT for a locally funded Road & Bridge Improvement Project (on-system) which will allow for construction of a new bridge over SH 130 at Corridor C, and the construction of left and right turn lanes at SH 29 and Corridor C Phase 1 in Williamson County, Texas.

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

Motion: To approve an Advance Funding Agreement Amendment No. 1 with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDoT) for a locally funded Road & Bridge Improvement Project (on-system) which will allow for construction of a new bridge over State Highway (SH) 130 at Corridor C, and the construction of left and right turn lanes at SH 29 and Corridor C Phase 1 in Williamson County, Texas.

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

Attachments:

46.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a First Amendment to the Property Exchange Contract between Williamson County and CSW SR Hutto, LLC regarding future access to the proposed SE Loop project.

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

Motion: To approve a First Amendment to the Property Exchange Contract between Williamson County and CSW SR Hutto, LLC regarding future access to the proposed Southeast (SE) Loop project.

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

Attachments:

CSW Contract Amendment

47.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a letter agreement with Robert and Deanna Thompson regarding a waterline easement needed on the CR 111 Project (Parcel 31A-E). Funding Source: Road Bonds P292

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

Motion: To approve a letter agreement with Robert Thompson and Deanna Thompson regarding a waterline easement needed on the County Road (CR) 111 Project (Parcel 31A-E) to be funded by Road Bond P-292.

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

Attachments:

Thompson Letter Agreement

48.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a relocation claim for payment of incidental expenses with Raymond and Pamela Cantrell for right of way that was acquired for the Liberty Hill Bypass project (Parcel 45). Funding Source: Road Bonds P346

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

Motion: To approve a relocation claim for payment of incidental expenses with Raymond Cantrell and Pamela Cantrell for the right-of-way that was acquired for the Liberty Hill Bypass Project (Parcel 45) to be funded by Road Bond P-346.

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

Attachments:

Relo Claim

49.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Appraisal Inspection Permission agreement with Texas Crushed Stone Company for appraisal services on the RM 2243 project.

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

Motion: To approve an Appraisal Inspection Permission agreement with Texas Crushed Stone Company for appraisal services on the Ranch-to-Market (RM) 2243 Project.

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

Attachments:

ROE Agreement

50.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a relocation claim for Replacement Housing Supplement with Thomas and Melissa Diaz for right of way acquired for the CR 176 Project (Parcel 5). Funding Source: Road Bonds P241

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

Motion: To approve a relocation claim for Replacement Housing Supplement 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 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)

Attachments:

Relo Claim

51.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn 2.235 acres for right of way and 11,329 SF for an easement required for the construction of CR 111, and take appropriate action. (Myra L. Page)

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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 2.235 acres of property owned by Myra L. Valenta also known as Myra Valenta now known as Myra L. Page totaling 11,329 square feet (SF) located at 3801 County Road (CR) for a waterline easement required for the construction of CR 111 Project (Parcel 19.2) known as Westinghouse Road.

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

Attachments:

Page Resolution

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:41 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 29, 2021.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:43 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 29, 2021.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:43 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 29, 2021.

52.

Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)

A. Real Estate Owned by Third Parties
Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential purchase or lease of property owned by third parties
a) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop.
b) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 176 at RM 2243
c) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 278
d) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
e) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Seward Junction SE and SW Loop.
f)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 29 @ DB Wood.
g) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 366.
h) Discuss the acquisition of real property for N. Mays.
i)    Discuss Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.
j) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 111.
k) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
l) Discuss the acquisition of real property for future SH 29 corridor.
m) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the expansion of Ronald Reagan at IH 35.
n) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
o) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
p) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
q) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for SE Loop/Corridor A.
r) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
s) Discuss the acquisition of real property 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
w) Discuss acquisition of right of way for Corridor E.
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.

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No action was taken in Executive Session.

53.

Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087:
a) Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
b) Project Crystal
c) Project Winston
d) Project Solo
e) Project Stamp
f) Project Cutting Edge

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No action was taken in Executive Session.

54.

Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.071 consultation with attorney.), including the following:

a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Employee/personnel related matters
d) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
e) Civil Action No. 1:18-CV-49, Troy Mansfield v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
f) Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
g) Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01114-LY, Elizabeth Saucedo and Tettus Davis v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
h) Cause No. 1:18-CV-0198; Officer Mary Teague v. Williamson County, Travis County and City of Giddings, In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
i) Claim of Regina Wright.
j) Cause No. 19-0406-C368; Anthony Garcia and Victoria Garcia et al. v. Stephen Wade Freeman et al. v. Wayne Finch et al.; In the 368th District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
k) Case: 1:20-CV-255-LY; Jay Kreper v. Williamson County et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
l) Case Number 1:20-cv-01068-LY; Javier Ambler, Sr., et al. v. Williamson County, Texas, , In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
m) Case 1:20-cv-00927-LY; Heather Vargas v. Williamson County, Texas; In The United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas Austin Division.
n) Case No. 1:20-CV-00842; SonWest Co. v. J. TERRON EVERSTON, in his official capacity as Williamson County Engineer, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
o) Civil Action No. 1:20-cv-836; Elizabeth Firey v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas Austin Division.
p) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
q) Case 1:21-cv-00388-RP; Ramsey Mitchell vs. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Zachary Camden, Mark Luera, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
r) Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-74; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
s) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
t) Legal matters and claims relating to the City of Austin purchasing property in Williamson County for purposes of operating temporary or permanent housing of homeless in Williamson County.
u) Notice of Charge of Discrimination - Bhavani Madisetti-Vemireddy TWCCRD Charge No.: 1A21443/EEOC Charge No.: 31C-2021-00348C.
v) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00172-LY; Charles William Thornburg v. Williamson County, Texas; Robert Chody, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
w) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
x) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00275; Big Fish Entertainment LLC v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
y) Cause No. 20-1964-C395; Robert Chody v. Michael Gleason, In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
z) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
aa) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Robert Chody and Christopher Pisa; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
bb) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
cc) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
dd) 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.

55.

Discuss security assessments or deployments relating to information resources technology; network security information as described by Texas Gov’t Code Section 2059.055(b); and/or (3) the deployment, or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel, critical infrastructure, or security devices. (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.089).

No action was taken in Executive Session.

56.

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

No action was taken in Executive Session.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:08 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 29, 2021.

57.

Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.

No action was taken on this item.

58.

Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.

No action was taken on this item.

59.

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.

60.

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.

61.

Comments from Commissioners.

There were no comments.

62.

Public Comment Period.

Tommy Turner of Georgetown and A. Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:08 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 29, 2021.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 13th day of July, 2021.

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

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