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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
NOVEMBER 2, 2021


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:33 A.M. on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 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 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the minutes of the October 26, 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 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $7,561,112.92 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
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 – 35 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including One (1) 2000 Chevy Express 3500 Vin #6048, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicle(s) and equipment assets through Auction including (1) 2000 Chevy Express 3500 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 6048 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:
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152, for the period of 10/01/2021 through 10/31/2021.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To acknowledge the Purchasing Department's monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152, for the period of October 1, 2021 through October 31, 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:
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152, for the period of 10/01/2021 through 10/31/2021.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To acknowledge the Purchasing Department's monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152, for the period of October 1, 2021 through October 31, 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:
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve First Addendum for Agreement between Williamson County and Industrial Asphalt, LLC involving Solicitation #1806-242 Flex Base Materials to add assumed name for vendor as Alleyton Resource Company and record same into the Court’s minutes.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve First Addendum for Agreement between Williamson County and Industrial Asphalt, LLC involving Solicitation # 1806-242 Flex Base Materials to add assumed name for vendor as Alleyton Resource Company and record same into the Court’s minutes.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve First Addendum for Agreement Between Williamson County and Industrial Asphalt, LLC involving Solicitation #1809-262 Asphalt Mixes to add assumed name for vendor as Alleyton Resource Company and record same into the Court’s minutes.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve First Addendum for Agreement Between Williamson County and Industrial Asphalt, LLC involving Solicitation # 1809-262 Asphalt Mixes to add assumed name for vendor as Alleyton Resource Company and record same into the Court’s minutes.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between WINTECH, LLC and Williamson County for a second Alice Receptionist Enterprise Subscription software system for one year for $6,216.60, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the agreement between WINTECH, LLC and Williamson County for a second Alice Receptionist Enterprise Subscription software system for (1) year for $6,216.60 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:
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the renewal agreement between Williamson County and TransUnion Risk and Alternative Data Solutions, Inc. (TRADS) for a customized search and locate tool for law enforcement agents in the amount of $100.00 per month and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the renewal agreement between Williamson County and TransUnion Risk and Alternative Data Solutions, Inc. (TRADS) for a customized search and locate tool for law enforcement agents in the amount of $100.00 per month for (12) 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:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the lease between Williamson County and SHARP Electronics Corp. for one (1) copy machine in the amount of $119.69 per month for sixty (60) months, for the Budget Office, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4433.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the lease between Williamson County and SHARP Electronics Corp. for (1) copy machine in the amount of $119.69 per month for (60) months for the Budget Office pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-CPO-4433.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of furniture from Core Office Interiors in the amount of $12,149.16 pursuant to BuyBoard contract #584-19, and authorizing execution of the quote.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the purchase of furniture from Core Office Interiors for the Williamson County Elections Department in the amount of $12,149.16 pursuant to the BuyBoard Contract # 584-19 and authorize the execution of the quote.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the lease between Williamson County and SHARP Electronics Corp. for one (1) copy machine in the amount of $47.77 per month for sixty (60) months, for the Cedar Park Sheriff's Office, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4433.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the lease between Williamson County and SHARP Electronics Corp. for (1) copy machine in the amount of $47.77 per month for (60) months for the Sheriff's Office located in Cedar Park pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-CPO-4433.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the lease between Williamson County and SHARP Electronics Corp. for one (1) copy machine in the amount of $55.37 per month for sixty (60) months, for the Sheriff's Office CID Division, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4433.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the lease between Williamson County and SHARP Electronics Corp. for (1) copy machine in the amount of $55.37 per month for (60) months for the Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigation Division (CID) pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-CPO-4433.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ #21RFSQ2 for professional services to develop a master plan for future security and Sheriff’s Office operation in the Jail and Justice Center Building to Johnston, LLC in the amount up to $59,500.00 "Basic Fee", plus the amount payable listed under Article 7 of the agreement and authorize execution of the agreement. Funding source is P432.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To award Request for Quote (RFQ) # 21RFSQ2 for professional services to develop a master plan for future security and Sheriff’s Office operation in the Jail and Justice Center Building to Johnston, LLC in the amount up to $59,500.00 "Basic Fee", plus the amount payable listed under Article 7 of the agreement and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by P-432.

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, consider and take appropriate action on approving the lease between Williamson County and SHARP Electronics Corp. for one (1) copy machine in the amount of $163.58 per month for sixty (48) months, for the Sheriff's Office Cold Case Division, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4433.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the lease between Williamson County and SHARP Electronics Corp. for (1) copy machine in the amount of $163.58 per month for (48) months for the Sheriff's Office Cold Case Division pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-CPO-4433.

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:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the service contract between Williamson County and Spectrum Enterprise to provide internet service at the new Community Supervision & Corrections Department (CSCD) location in Liberty Hill in the amount of $1,140.00 per month and exempting the item from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Govt. Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024(a)(7)(C) electric power, gas, water, and other utility services; and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the service contract between Williamson County and Spectrum Enterprise to provide internet service at the new Community Supervision & Corrections Department (CSCD) location in Liberty Hill in the amount of $1,140.00 per month, exempt the item from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption Section 262.024(a)(7)(C) electric power, gas, water, and other utility services and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Consulting Services Agreement with Rely Information Systems, LLC for DBA patch and upgrade assistance and general Oracle DBA support and maintenance of Williamson County Oracle applications for the term of November 1, 2021 through October 31, 2022 in the not-to-exceed amount of $79,200, exempting the provided services from the competitive bidding proposal requirements per the County Purchasing Act, pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal services, as set forth under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024.(a)(4), and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the Consulting Services Agreement with Rely Information Systems, LLC for Database Administration (DBA) patch and upgrade assistance and general Oracle Database Administration (DBA) support and maintenance of Williamson County Oracle applications for the term of November 1, 2021 through October 31, 2022, in the not-to-exceed amount of $79,200.00, exempt the provided services from the competitive bidding proposal requirements per the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal services as set forth under the Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(4) and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of ServiceNow Management from Carahsoft in the amount of $83,139 per GSA Schedule No: GS-35F-119Y (cooperative).
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the purchase of ServiceNow Management from Carahsoft in the amount of $83,139.00 per General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule No. GS-35F-119Y (cooperative).

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 quotes for Meraki routers, security, license and support for Liberty Hill CSCD, the Lott Center, and the Hutto Community Center from Presidio in the amount of $14,671.79, pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-4167, and authorizing execution of the quotes.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the quotes for Meraki routers, security, license and support for Liberty Hill Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) the Lott Center, and the Hutto Community Center from Presidio in the amount of $14,671.79 pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-TSO-4167 and authorize the execution of the quotes.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of Rubrik software and support renewal from Free It Data Solutions in the amount of $58,991.29, pursuant to DIR cooperative contract # DIR-TSO-3944.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the purchase of Rubrik software and support renewal from Free It Data Solutions in the amount of $58,991.29 pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract # DIR-TSO-3944.

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 installation proposal for eight (8) security cameras at the Lott Center from Knight Security Systems, LLC in the amount of $21,115.33 pursuant to DIR cooperative contract #DIR-CPO-4494, and authorizing execution of the proposal.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the installation proposal for (8) security cameras at the Lott Center from Knight Security Systems, LLC in the amount of $21,115.33 pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract # DIR-CPO-4494 and authorize the execution of the proposal.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the renewal agreement with Knight Security Systems, LLC to provide support for Williamson County buildings in the amount of $77,423.51 per the terms of DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4494.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the renewal agreement with Knight Security Systems, LLC to provide support for Williamson County buildings in the amount of $77,423.51 per the terms of the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-CPO-4494.

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 accepting a report on the Williamson County Justice Center Renovation Project (P515) HCS, Inc. Change Order #05 in the amount of $28,332.55.  This change order is being funded by P515 Project Contingency from within the original project budget.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To accept a report on the Williamson County Justice Center Renovation Project (P-515) HCS, Inc. Change Order #5 in the amount of $28,332.55. This change order is being funded by P-515 Project Contingency from within the original project 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:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Utility Easement between Williamson County and Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. for electrical service in relation to the Liberty Hill CSCD Modular Building Project
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a Utility Easement between Williamson County and Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. for electrical service in relation to the Liberty Hill Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) Modular Building Project

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a mutual Agreement to Terminate Work Authorization 3 of the First Amended and Restated Agreement for Architectural and Engineering Services.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To terminate Work Authorization No. 3 of the First Amended and Restated Agreement for Architectural and Engineering Services for Williamson County Jail Master Plan (P-432).

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 approving a license agreement with Parkside at Mayfield Ranch Master Community, Inc.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a license agreement with Parkside at Mayfield Ranch Master Community, Inc. to install and maintain (2) dynamic radar speed signs on Parkside Parkway as part of a pilot project.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on participation by Williamson County Road Bond Program under the County's habitat conservation plan (HCP) for the Southwest Bypass project Wolf Ranch Parkway to State Highway 29 connection, Georgetown, Williamson County, Texas.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To participate in the Regional Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) for the Williamson County Road Bond Program for the Southwest Bypass project Wolf Ranch Parkway to State Highway 29 connection, Georgetown, Williamson County, Texas.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 3 in the amount of $20,000.00 to expire July 31, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for On Call Utility Coordination and Relocation for All Williamson County Road and Bridge Non-Capital Improvement Projects. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $20,000.00 to expire July 31, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for On Call Utility Coordination and Relocation for All Williamson County Road and Bridge Non-Capital Improvement Projects 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:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 4 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire on July 31, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for On Call Utility Coordination and Relocation for All Williamson County Road and Bridge Capital Improvement Projects. Funding source: 01.0777.0200.009007
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 4 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire on July 31, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for On Call Utility Coordination and Relocation for all Williamson County Road and Bridge Capital Improvement Projects to be funded by 01.0777.0200.009007

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 5 in the amount of $115,664.50 to expire on September 30, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Cobb Fendley & Associates Inc and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for Utility Coordination for CR 255 from CR 254 to Ronald Reagan Blvd. Funding source: P546
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 5 in the amount of $115,664.50 to expire on September 30, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Cobb Fendley & Associates Inc and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for Utility Coordination for County Road (CR) 255 from County Road (CR) 254 to Ronald Reagan Boulevard (Blvd) to be funded by P-546.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 6 in the amount of $81,701.50 to expire on September 30, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Cobb Fendley & Associates Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for Utility Coordination for CR 201 from Umbrella Sky to CR 200. Funding source: P499
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 6 in the amount of $81,701.50 to expire on September 30, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Cobb Fendley & Associates Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for Utility Coordination for County Road (CR) 201 from Umbrella Sky to County Road (CR) 200 to be funded by P-499.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 3 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire December 31, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Alliance Transportation Group and Williamson County dated March 10, 2020 for Ronald Reagan and Chandler Road Highway Safety Improvement Program. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire December 31, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Alliance Transportation Group and Williamson County dated March 10, 2020 for Ronald Reagan and Chandler Road Highway Safety Improvement Program 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:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the replat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 4 Section 1 subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the replat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 4 Section 1 subdivision – Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the North Haven Phase B subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the North Haven Phase B 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
 
36.
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.
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Williamson County Treasurer Scott Heselmeyer
No action taken on this item.
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve projects and budgets for the remaining funds in the 2022 Capital Improvement Program, Long Range Transportation (LTP), 2019 Road Bond, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, the American Rescue Pan Act (ARPA) and the 2021 Tax Anticipation Note (TAN).
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Williamson County Treasurer Scott Heselmeyer
Senior Director of Facilities Dale Butler
Child Advocacy Center Executive Director Kerrie Stannell
No action taken on this item.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:21 A.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2021.
 
38.
10:00 AM
Conduct public hearing relating to a retention request from the Purchasing Department to increase the budgeted salary amount for the position of Senior Purchasing Coordinator, PCN #1220 and discuss (1) the reason for the salary increase in excess of the budgeted amount to include the public purpose that will be served by approving the request; and (2) the exact amount of the additional salary request, the source of payment and the schedule for implementation.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:24 A.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2021.
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a retention funding request for PCN #1220, Senior Purchasing Coordinator.
View Agenda Item
Purchasing Agent Joy Simonton addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a retention funding request for Position Control Number (PCN) # 1220, Senior Purchasing Coordinator to increase the salary $4,925.00 to $69,500.96.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting and receiving annual audit reports from Emergency Service Districts located within Williamson County in accordance with Health & Safety Code Sec. 775.082.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge and receive annual audit reports from Emergency Service Districts located within Williamson County in accordance with Health & Safety Code Section 775.082.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the District Attorney’s Office from State Judiciary Apportionment Funds.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the District Attorney’s Office from State Judiciary Apportionment Funds:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.335602 District Attorney Salary Supplement $7,500.00

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
 
42.
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 the District Attorney’s Office from State Judiciary Apportionment Funds.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the District Attorney’s Office from State Judiciary Apportionment Funds:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0440.001940 Apportionment Supplement $6,136.98
0100.0440.002010 FICA $469.48
0100.0440.002020 Retirement $893.54

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
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Pass Thru Tolling (PTT) transfer to move $144,327.92 from PTT 1 (PTT non-departmental) to PTT1566-01-009 (FM 1660 CR 134 TO CR 101).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Pass Through Tolling (PTT) transfer to move $144,327.92 from Pass Through Tolling (PTT) 1 (Pass Through Tolling (PTT) Non-Departmental) to Pass Through Tolling (PTT) 1566-01-009 (Farm to Market (FM) 1660 County Road (CR) 134 TO County Road (CR) 101).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2013 Park Bond transfer to move $127,000 from P500 (2013 Park Non-Departmental) to P560 (SW Regional Park Restrooms).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a 2013 Park Bond transfer to move $127,000.00 from P-500 (2013 Park Non-Departmental) to P-560 (South West (SW) Regional Park Restrooms).

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
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Eye Productions, Inc. for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective November 2, 2021 (Traffic Control/Safety while filming in Williamson County).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge receipt of and approve a Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Eye Productions, Inc. for off duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective November 2, 2021 (traffic control/safety while filming in Williamson County).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of (15) replacement vehicles and one (1) new vehicle for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Jail from Silsbee Ford, Lake Country Chevrolet, abd Holiday Chevrolet in the total amount of $672,061.48 through cooperative Contract GoodBuy 21 8F000, Texas Smart Buy 070-A1 (Vehicle) and Tarrant County 2019-181 (Upfitting).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of (15) replacement vehicles and (1) new vehicle for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Jail from Silsbee Ford, Lake Country Chevrolet, and Holiday Chevrolet in the total amount of $672,061.48 through Cooperative Contract GoodBuy 21 8F000, Texas Smart Buy 070-A1 (Vehicle) and Tarrant County 2019-181 (Up-fitting).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Williamson County and GTS Technology Solutions for the bulk purchase of thirty-eight (38) approved and budgeted toughbooks and equipment for a total not to exceed $162,168.06, pursuant to the DIR contract #DIR-TSO-4025, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the agreement between Williamson County and GTS Technology Solutions for the bulk purchase of (38) approved and budgeted toughbooks and equipment for a total not-to-exceed $162,168.06 pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-TSO-4025 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:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of OneSolution annual maintenance from CentralSquare in the amount of $511,756.14.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of OneSolution annual maintenance from CentralSquare in the amount of $511,756.14.

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 authorizing service contract between Falkenberg Construction Co. Inc. and Williamson County for a prefabricated restroom at Southwest Regional Park, located at 3005 County Road 175, Leander, TX 78641, pursuant to Buy Board Contract 581-19, and authorizing the execution of the agreement. Funding source is P-560.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the service contract between Falkenberg Construction Co. Inc. and Williamson County for a prefabricated restroom at Southwest Regional Park, located at 3005 County Road 175, Leander, Texas 78641 pursuant to the Buy Board Contract 581-19 and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by P-560.

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.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with J.A. Davidson Holdings, L.P., Pamela G. Martin, Dennis L. Davidson and James A. Davidson Jr. for a waterline needed on the Corridor C project. (Parcel 11P1-WE). Funding Source: Road Bonds P459
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with J.A. Davidson Holdings, L.P., Pamela G. Martin, Dennis L. Davidson and James A. Davidson Jr. for a waterline needed on the Corridor C Project (Parcel 11P1-WE) to be funded by Road Bonds P-459.

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 3 claims for moving expenses related to the right of way acquisition on Parcel 13. Funding Source: Road Bonds P462

Unit D18- Jeff Adams
Unit C13- Michael K. Dodson
Unit E22- Charles C. Moore
Unit O92- Christopher L. Hartle
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve (3) Claims for Moving Expenses related to the right-of-way acquisition on Parcel 13 to be funded by Road Bonds P-462. (Unit D18- Jeff Adams; Unit C13- Michael K. Dodson; Unit E22- Charles C. Moore; Unit O92- Christopher L. Hartle)

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 10:38 A.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 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 Red Hot Chili Pepper
    g)    Project Nirvana
    h)    Project Sound Garden
    i)     Project Def Leopard
    j)     Project Flex Power
    k)    Project Pearson Ranch
 
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) Claim of Regina Wright.
h) 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.
i) 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.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
n) 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.
o) 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.
p) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
q) 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.
r) 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.
s) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
t) 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.
u) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
v) 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.
w) 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.
x) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
y) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
z) 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.
aa) 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.
bb) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #450-2021-00854 - Donald L. Foiles, Jr.
cc) 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.
dd) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
ee) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
ff) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00834; Skylar Leal vs Williamson County and Lorenzo Hernandez; In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
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 12:14 P.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2021.
 
58.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
59.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
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) Claim of Regina Wright.
h) 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.
i) 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.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
n) 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.
o) 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.
p) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
q) 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.
r) 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.
s) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
t) 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.
u) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
v) 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.
w) 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.
x) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
y) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
z) 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.
aa) 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.
bb) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #450-2021-00854 - Donald L. Foiles, Jr.
cc) 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.
dd) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
ee) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
ff) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00834; Skylar Leal vs Williamson County and Lorenzo Hernandez; In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
 

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

n) Motion: To approve a Release of All Claims and Indemnity Agreement in relation to 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.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
61.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action 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.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. to execute an Order and Election and Release Form regarding a settlement offer regarding Defendants Johnson & Johnson, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and Janssen Pharmaceutica, Inc. in the matter of Texas opioid multi-district litigation for the County in the lawsuit of County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, Inc., et al., MDL PRETRIAL CAUSE NO. 2018-63587, in the 152d District Court of Harris County, Texas, removed to MDL 2804, N.D. OH.
 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an Order and Election and Release Form regarding a settlement offer regarding Defendants Johnson & Johnson, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and Janssen Pharmaceutica, Inc. in the matter of Texas opioid multi-district litigation for the County in the lawsuit of County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, Inc., et al., MDL PRETRIAL CAUSE NO. 2018-63587, in the 152d District Court of Harris County, Texas, removed to MDL 2804, N.D. OH.

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:
 
63.
Comments from Commissioners.
Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. reminded the Court that a vote on county maps is needed on November 9, 2021 since they are due to the Secretary of State's Office by November 13, 2021.
 
 
64.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:15 P.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2021.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 9th day of November 2021.


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

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