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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
AUGUST 24, 2021


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:33 A.M. on TUESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2021, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
  • Amanda Brown, 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 August 17, 2021 meeting.

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

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $4,499,449.11 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, Electronic Benefit Payments, and Wilco Forward Program - Phase 3 from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 3 – 32 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Mobile Outreach Team.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Mobile Outreach Team:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0341-005700 Vehicles <$5,000 $1,500.00
To 0100-0341-004415 Vehicle Insurance Deductible $1,500.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
4.
Dsicuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for EMS.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-003307 Pharmaceuticals $15,000.00
To 0100-0540-003200 Medical Supplies $15,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Jail.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Williamson County Jail:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0570.004544 Repairs to Office Equipment $750.00
To 0100.0570.004543 Repairs to Equipment $750.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Line Item Transfer for the District Courts.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the District Courts:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0435.003006 Office Equipment <500 $300.00
From 0100.0435.003100 Office Supplies $400.00
From 0100.0435.003120 Printer Supplies $500.00
From 0100.0435.003900 Membership Dues $300.00
To 0100.0435.003005 Furniture <$5,000 $1,500.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005200 Right-of-Way $2,000.00
To 0200-0210-003318 Janitorial Supplies $2,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005200 Right-of-Way $2,500.00
To 0200-0210-004543 Repairs to Equipment $2,500.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the District Attorney's Office.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0440-003010 Computer Equipment < $5,000.00 $5,500.00
To 0100-0440-003005 Office Furniture < $5,000.00 $5,500.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
10.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Parks Department. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for the Parks Department:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0510-004111 Special Events $500.00
From 0100-0510-004311 Advertising $2,700.00
From 0100-0510-004509 Facility Enhancements $10,300.00
From 0100-0510-004621 Copier Rental $1,000.00
From 0100-0510-004962 Janitorial Services $3,300.00
From 0100-0510-004500 Maintenance Services $3,800.00
From 0100-0510-003554 Chemicals, Roadside Spraying $7,500.00
To 0100-0510-003318 Janitorial Supplies $3,300.00
To 0100-0510-003010 Computer Equipment $11,300.00
To 0100-0510-005003 Equipment $11,800.00
To 0100-0510-004100 Professional Services $2,700.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve line item transfers for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0509.003105 Paper Supplies $3,700.00
To 0100.0509.003102 Safety Supplies $1,200.00
To 0100.0509.004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maint $2,500.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
12.
Take action to approve and note in the official minutes the L chart, with changes effective 10/1/2021.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve and note in the official minutes changes to the L chart effective October 1, 2021.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Auction including One (1) 2000 Shop Built Utility Trailer and One (1) 1998 Massey Ferguson 4243 Tractor #6117, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicle and equipment assets through Auction including (1) 2000 Shop Built Utility Trailer and (1) 1998 Massey Ferguson 4243 Tractor # 6117, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through Sale to Insurance of One (1) 2019 Kubota M5-111D Tractor #58561, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through Sale to Insurance of (1) 2019 Kubota M5-111D Tractor # 58561, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take approrpriate action to approve the County Attorney July 2021 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss and consider confirming the appointment of Elizabeth Ewald as a Pct. 1 Deputy Constable.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To appoint Elizabeth Ewald as a Precinct 1 Deputy Constable.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on re-appointing Susan Komandosky and Ranjit Chhabra to the Williamson County Child Welfare Board for another three-year term, October 2021-September 2024. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To re-appoint Susan Komandosky and Ranjit Chhabra to the Williamson County Child Welfare Board for another three-year term, commencing October 2021 and ending September 2024.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an agreement between TransUnion Risk and Alternative Data Solutions, Inc. and Williamson County for a research database subscription in the amount of $280.00 per month, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an agreement between TransUnion Risk and Alternative Data Solutions, Inc. and Williamson County for a research database subscription in the amount of $280.00 per month and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement between Williamson County and Idemia Identity & Security USA LLC for the purchase of LiveScan for a total of $2,937.00, and authorizing the execution of the Agreement. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an agreement between Williamson County and Idemia Identity & Security USA, LLC for the purchase of LiveScan for a total of $2,937.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Thomson Reuters and Williamson County for a Westlaw Proflex Subscription Upgrade pursuant to DIR-LGL-CALIR-02 in the amount of $2,361.60 per month, for 36 months, and authorize execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the agreement between Thomson Reuters and Williamson County for a Westlaw Proflex Subscription Upgrade pursuant to DIR-LGL-CALIR-02 in the amount of $2,361.60 per month for 36 months and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #T3838, for Queuing Software to Nemo-Q, Inc. for the Williamson County Tax Accessor Collector's Officeand authorizing the execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To award Request For Proposal (RFP) # T3838 for Queuing Software to Nemo-Q, Inc. for the Williamson County Tax Accessor/Collector's Office and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the proposal between Williamson County and Knight Security Systems for the installation of one (1) additional surveillance camera in the Cedar Park Tax Office Annex in the total amount of $1,844.76, per the terms of the DIR CPO 4494 Co-op contract, and authorize the execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the proposal between Williamson County and Knight Security Systems for the installation of (1) additional surveillance camera in the Cedar Park Tax Office Annex in the total amount of $1,844.76, per the terms of the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) CPO 4494 Co-op contract and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the execution of a Deed without Warranty from Williamson County, Texas, acting as Trustee, to JJ Service and Septic Service, LLC, pursuant to Section 34.05 (a) and (h) of the Texas Property Tax Code pertaining to Part of Lots 11 and 12, Block 75, City of Taylor, Williamson County, Texas being more particularly described in Document #2011028180 of the Official Public Records, Williamson County, Texas (Tax Account #R311277).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the execution of a Deed without Warranty from Williamson County, Texas, acting as Trustee, to JJ Service and Septic Service, LLC, pursuant to Section 34.05 (a) and (h) of the Texas Property Tax Code pertaining to Part of Lots 11 and 12, Block 75, City of Taylor, Williamson County, Texas being more particularly described in Document # 2011028180 of the Official Public Records, Williamson County, Texas (Tax Account # R311277).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on: (1) purchasing cash drawers and receipt printers through ActiveNet for the Parks Department for a one-time fee of $5,714.50, and (2) authorize the execution of the agreement for the ActiveNet - Public Interface - Online Transaction Fee.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of cash drawers and receipt printers through ActiveNet for the Parks Department for a one-time fee of $5,714.50 and to authorize the execution of the agreement for the ActiveNet - Public Interface - Online Transaction Fee.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase and installation of office furniture at the Williamson County District Attorney's Office from Facilities Resource, Inc. in the amount of $18,874.50 per the terms of Omnia Cooperative Contract #R191811 and authorizing execution of the proposal.  
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase and installation of office furniture at the Williamson County District Attorney's Office from Facilities Resource, Inc. in the amount of $18,874.50 per the terms of Omnia Cooperative Contract # R191811 and authorize the execution of the proposal.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the extension of ATM Services Contract #1806-243, renewal option 3, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of September 11, 2021 - September 10, 2022 with Preferred ATM Services, LLC. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the extension of ATM Services Contract # 1806-243, renewal option 3, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of September 11, 2021 - September 10, 2022 with Preferred ATM Services, LLC.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 2 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Alliance Transportation Group and Williamson County dated March 10, 2020 for Traffic Engineering Services. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 2 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Alliance Transportation Group and Williamson County dated March 10, 2020 for Traffic Engineering Services to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004100.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 27 in the amount of $25,000.00 to expire on August 31, 2022 under Williamson County Contract for Public Involvement Services between Rifeline, LLC and Williamson County dated March 26, 2019 for Subdivision Regulations. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 27 in the amount of $25,000.00, to expire on August 31, 2022, under Williamson County Contract for Public Involvement Services between Rifeline, LLC and Williamson County dated March 26, 2019 for Subdivision Regulations to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004100.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Change Order No. 1, to contract number #T2910 – County Road Seal Coat FY 21, in the amount of $12,904.80. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.003599 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 to Contract Number # T2910 – County Road Seal Coat Fiscal Year (FY) 2021, in the amount of $12,904.80 to be funded by 01.0200.0210.003599

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed qualifications for Small Drainage and Small Roadway Projects for Williamson County under RFQ 21RFSQ14.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed qualifications for Small Drainage and Small Roadway Projects for Williamson County under Request For Quote (RFQ) 21RFSQ14.

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Piper Run subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Northgate Ranch Phase 2, Sections 6-10 subdivision – Precinct 2.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Northgate Ranch Phase 2, Sections 6-10 subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
33.
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.
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to replace Andrea Schiele with Ed Tydings to serve as a Director on the Williamson County Board of Health for the Williamson County & Cities Health Department (WCCHD).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To replace Andrea Schiele with Ed Tydings to serve as a Director on the Williamson County Board of Health for the Williamson County & Cities Health Department (WCCHD).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
35.
Discuss and take appropriate action to amend the 2020 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan by reallocating $22,134 from Hope Alliance/Crisis Center Shelter Rehab to Hope Alliance/Crisis Center counseling services for victims of family or sexual violence.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the 2020 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan by reallocating $22,134.00 from Hope Alliance/Crisis Center Shelter Rehabilitation to Hope Alliance/Crisis Center Counseling Services for victims of family or sexual violence.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 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. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

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 $227.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
37.
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 expenditures for Park Donations. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

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 $227.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
38.
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 Radio Communication System (RCS).
View Agenda Item
 

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

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 Radio Communication System (RCS):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0507.0507.004545 Tower Maintenance $13,920.25

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to an unforeseeable circumstance and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Radio Communication System (RCS).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to an unforeseeable circumstance and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Radio Communication System (RCS):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.364100 Insurance Proceeds $13,920.25

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on adding salary dollars for retention to several Court Administrators, including but not limited to, the 425th District Court, the 26th District Court, the 368th District Court, County Court at Law #2 and County Court at Law #3. 
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director Human Resources Rebecca Clemons
County Court at Law #2 Judge Laura Barker
County Court at Law #3 Judge Doug Arnold
368th District Judge Rick Kennon

No action was taken on this item.
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Chapter 381 Economic Development Program and Agreement between Williamson Couty and Upper Forty, LLC.
View Agenda Item
Economic Development Lead for the City of Leander Cameron Goodman addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Chapter 381 Economic Development Program and Agreement between Williamson County and Upper Forty, LLC.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) Maintenance Grant Contract with the Office of the Attorney General for SAVNS grant program funding for Fiscal Year 2022.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) Maintenance Grant Contract with the Office of the Attorney General for SAVNS grant program funding for Fiscal Year 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
43.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues. 
View Agenda Item
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 
44.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #T4442 S. San Gabriel Ranches Subdivision Road & Drainage Improvements to Terra Path, Inc. and authorizing the execution of the agreement. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation For Bid (IFB) # T4442 South San Gabriel Ranches Subdivision Road & Drainage Improvements to Terra Path, Inc. and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.744 acres) required for the construction of SE Loop, and take appropriate action. (Diane Barr, Clyde Barr, Charles R. Barr and Edna Guenzel Barr/ Parcel 69)
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.744 acres) required for the construction of SE Loop, and take appropriate action. (Diane Barr, Clyde Barr, Charles R. Barr and Edna Guenzel Barr/ Parcel 69)

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Rule 11 Condemnation Settlement Agreement with John W. Speck III and Glenda Neans-Speck for right of way needed on the Sam Bass Road Project. (Parcel 35) Funding Source: Road Bonds P462
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Rule 11 Condemnation Settlement Agreement with John W. Speck III and Glenda Neans-Speck for the right-of-way needed on the Sam Bass Road Project (Parcel 35) to be funded by Road Bonds P-462.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a claim for actual moving expenses with Travis and Jennifer Betak for ROW acquired for the SE Loop project (Parcel 95). Funding Source: Road Bonds P463
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a claim for actual moving expenses with Travis L. Betak and Jennifer L. Betak for the right-of-way acquired for the SE Loop project (Parcel 95) to be funded by Road Bonds P-463.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Letter Agreement with D&L Land Development, LLC for a waterline easement needed on CR 366 (Parcel 7WE). Funding Source: Road Bonds P296
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Letter Agreement with D&L Land Development, LLC for a waterline easement needed on County Road (CR) 366 (Parcel 7WE) to be funded by Road Bonds P-296.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Bill of Sale with Fidel Loza for retained improvements in the acquired right of way for the Williamson County Parkland acquisition. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: to approve a Bill of Sale with Fidel Loza for retained improvements in the acquired right-of-way for the Williamson County Parkland acquisition.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 3 separate relocation claims with Bryant Peck, Phillip Sharpnack and Lisa Turner for moving expenses in relation to the right of way acquisition on Parcel 13 (Sam Bass Storage). Funding Source: Road Bonds P 462.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve (3) separate relocation claims with Bryant Peck, Phillip Sharpnack, and Lisa Turner for moving expenses in relation to the right-of-way acquisition on Parcel 13 (Sam Bass Storage) to be funded by Road Bonds P-462.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
51.
2021 - 2022 Budget Modification Voting Session
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To set aside $100,000.00 to be applied to the first salary study from October, ending in January, as recommended by Human Resources for Court Administrators.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
Budget Officer Ashlie Holladay addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve Sheriff's Office Tahoes not received in Fiscal Year (FY) 2021.

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

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

Motion: To approve IT equipment delays and price increases; Facilities delays and increased costs; CLEAR account increases for Commissioners Court and Constable Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
______________________________________________________________________________________________
Sheriff Mike Gleason addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a new position in the Sheriff's Office in relation to Senate Bill 111.

This motion was withdrawn by Commissioners Boles and Cook.
______________________________________________________________________________________________
 

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

Motion: To approve Detective stipends and remove Detectives L2 grade from the L Chart.

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

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

Motion: To transfer $2,000,000.00 to Capital Projects 000777 / Chandler Creek, Garden Park, San Gabriel RR, CR 375 for the Road and Bridge budget.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
______________________________________________________________________________________________
Budget Officer Ashlie Holladay address the Court.
 

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

Motion: To add $24,878.54 to the Workers' Compensation shortage for the Road and Bridge budget.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
______________________________________________________________________________________________
Budget Officer Ashlie Holladay and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To budget $6,990,157.37 for long range transportation spending.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the FY 21/22 Budget Order.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the red line changes to page 11 of the Budget Order to add J. Foster to the list of vehicles exempted from the out of county policy for take home vehicles for the Sheriff's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
______________________________________________________________________________________________
Senior Director Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To pay the on-call positions for the Sheriff's Office and Corrections from the General Fund.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:34 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2021.
 
53.
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 Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.
    i)     Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 111.
    j)     Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
    k)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for future SH 29 corridor. 
    l)     Discuss the acquisition of real property for the expansion of Ronald Reagan at IH 35.
    m)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
    n)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
    o)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
    p)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for SE Loop/Corridor A. 
    q)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
    r)     Discuss the acquisition of real property near Justice Center. 
    s)    Discuss the acquisition of drainage/detention easements for real property North of WMCO Juvenile Detention Center
    t)     Discuss the acquisition of the MKT Right of Way
    u)    Discuss acquisition of drainage easement in relation to County Road 176
    v)    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. 
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
54.
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
    g)   Project Red Hot Chili Pepper
    h)   Project Nirvana
    i)    Project Soundgarden
    j)    Project Darwin
    i)    Project Flex Power
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
55.
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) Claim of Regina Wright.
i) 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.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
o) 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.
p) 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.
q) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
r) 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.
s) 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.
t) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
u) 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.
v) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
w) 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.
x) 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.
y) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
z) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
aa) 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.
bb) 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.
cc) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #450-2021-00854 - Donald L. Foiles, Jr.
dd) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-615; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
ee) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
ff) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
56.
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.
 
57.
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 11:53 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2021.
 
58.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
59.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
60.
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) Claim of Regina Wright.
i) 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.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
o) 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.
p) 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.
q) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
r) 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.
s) 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.
t) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
u) 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.
v) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
w) 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.
x) 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.
y) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
z) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
aa) 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.
bb) 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.
cc) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #450-2021-00854 - Donald L. Foiles, Jr.
dd) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-615; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
ee) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
ff) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
No action was taken on this item.
 
61.
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.
 
62.
Comments from Commissioners.
Commissioner Valerie Covey wished her husband a happy 36th anniversary.
 
63.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Alexandria Campo of Weir
Tommy Turner of Georgetown
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT  11:54 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2021.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 31st day of August, 2021.


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

By: Amanda Brown, Deputy/Executive Assistant to Count Clerk