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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
NOVEMBER 23, 2021


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:32 A.M. on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 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 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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 November 16, 2021 meeting.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
2.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court. 
Invoices for James Construction were pulled.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $5,715,315.47 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 3 – 21 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Non-Departmental.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non-Department/Contingencies $12,500.00
To 0100-0409-004015 Non-Department/Administrative Service Fees $12,500.00

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

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Tamara Wahrer to the Williamson County Child Welfare Board.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To appoint Tamara Wahrer to the Williamson County Child Welfare Board.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the County Attorney October 2021 Monthly report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the County Attorney October 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, October 2021 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 October 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of VMware Carbon Black Cloud software subscription from Presidio in the amount of $21,080.36, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-TSO-3926, and authorizing execution of the quote.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the purchase of VMware Carbon Black Cloud software subscription from Presidio in the amount of $21,080.36 pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-TSO-3926 and authorize the execution of the quote.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a Contract Non-Renewal/Termination with Smart Communications Holding, Inc effective May 1, 2022.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Contract Non-Renewal/Termination with Smart Communications Holding, Inc. effective May 1, 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting a donation of a Visa gift card in the amount of $161.34 from an anonymous donor to Victim Services. 
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To accept a donation of a Visa gift card in the amount of $161.34 from an anonymous donor to Victim Services.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action to approve the Fourth Amendment to Administrative Services Agreement with Web TPA Employer Services, LLC in order to support county's indigent health program operations and exempting services through December 31, 2022 from competitive bidding or proposal requirements pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code Chapter 262.2 ("public health or safety").
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the Fourth Amendment to Administrative Services Agreement with Web TPA Employer Services, LLC in order to support the County's indigent health program operations and exempt services through December 31, 2022 from competitive bidding or proposal requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Chapter 262.2 ("public health or safety").

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on participation by Williamson County Road Bond Program under the County's habitat conservation plan (HCP) for the Bagdad Road improvement project. 
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To participate in the County's Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) for the Williamson County Road Bond Program for the Bagdad Road improvement Project.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Camp Twin Lake Pedestrian Bridge under IFB #22IFB51.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Camp Twin Lake Pedestrian Bridge under Invitation For Bid (IFB) # 22IFB51.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Vending Services Contract 1709-189, renewal option period 4 (final), for the same pricing, terms and conditions, for the term of December 5, 2021 – December 4, 2022, with Mcliff Coffee and Vending.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the extension of Vending Services Contract 1709-189, renewal option period 4 (final), for the same pricing, terms and conditions, for the term of December 5, 2021 through December 4, 2022, with Mcliff Coffee and Vending.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on HCS, Inc., Change Order No. 6 for the Williamson County Justice Center Renovations (P515).  This change order is for architectural and IT data related improvements within the project.  Funding for this project will be under P515 project contingency.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve HCS, Inc., Change Order No. 6 for the Williamson County Justice Center Renovations (P-515). This change order is for architectural and Information Technology (IT) data related improvements within the Project to be funded by P-515 project contingency.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 5 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Atlas Technical Consultants and Williamson County dated April 23, 2020 for On Call Materials Testing & Geotechnical Engineering Services. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004160.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 5 to Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Atlas Technical Consultants and Williamson County dated April 23, 2020 for On Call Materials Testing & Geotechnical Engineering Services to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004160.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for IFB #22IFB47 for the reconstruction of the roadways in the Live Oak Ranch Subdivision Phase 1. Funding Source P487.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Invitation For Bid (IFB) # 22IFB47 for the reconstruction of the roadways in the Live Oak Ranch Subdivision Phase 1 to be funded by P-487.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the purchase of a CAT 7,000lb capacity Pneumatic Tire Lift Truck from Equipment Depot Texas, Inc. in the amount of $40,938.64, pursuant to Sourcewell Contract 91520-MCF and execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the purchase of a CAT 7,000lb capacity Pneumatic Tire Lift Truck from Equipment Depot Texas, Inc. in the amount of $40,938.64 pursuant to the Sourcewell Contract 91520-MCF and execute the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for IFB #22IFB48 Garden Park Subdivision Roadway and Drainage Improvements Phase 1. Funding Source P491.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Invitation For Bid (IFB) # 22IFB48 Garden Park Subdivision Roadway and Drainage Improvements Phase 1 to be funded by P-491.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the  Cool Water Phase 2 subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Cool Water Phase 2 subdivision – Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the amending plat for the Lot 9, Block A, Teravista Com 24 subdivision – Precinct 3.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the amending plat for the Lot 9, Block A, Teravista Com 24 subdivision – Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve an Order for Interment by Cremation of deceased (Matthew Coy Taylor) who passed away in Justice of the Peace, Pct. 2 of Williamson County, TX where there has been an inquest by the Justice of the Peace Pct 3 and the County has discretion to inter, pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code § 711.002(e), and authorize Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an Order for Interment by Cremation of deceased (Matthew Coy Taylor) who passed away in Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 of Williamson County, Texas where there has been an inquest by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 and the County has discretion to inter, pursuant to Texas Health & Safety Code Section 711.002(e) and authorize Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the request of the Tax Assessor/Collector's office to pay non-exempt staff for overtime in lieu of giving compensatory time.  The total amount shall not exceed $10,000 for work performed in association with processing registrations and title transactions in the statutorily mandated deadline.
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Williamson County Tax Assessor Larry Gaddes addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office to pay non-exempt staff for overtime in lieu of giving compensatory time. The total amount shall not exceed $10,000.00 for work performed in association with processing registrations and title transactions in the statutorily mandated deadline.

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0499-001100 Full time Salaries $10,000.00
To 0100-0499-001110 Overtime $10,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the vacant Sergeant Investigator position in the District Attorney's Office and request for approval of an existing employee move.
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District Attorney Shawn Dick addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve an existing employee move in the District Attorney's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:00 A.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2021.
 
25.
10:00 AM - Conduct public hearing relating to a request from the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to create a fulltime Physician's Assistant position and to discuss (1) the reason for the position, including the public purpose that will be served by making the change; and (2) the exact amount of the changes, the sources of any additional funds need, and the terms for distribution of any excess funds that effect and maintain the public purpose to be served by making the payments.
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Rick Lutowski of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:05 A.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2021.
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on creating a fulltime Physician’s Assistant (PA) position for the Correction’s Department.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons
 

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

Motion: To create a fulltime Physician’s Assistant (PA) position on the EX Chart for the Correction’s Department.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
27.
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.
 
28.
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).
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No action was taken on this item.
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the nomination process for Emergency Services District (ESD) Board Members following redistricting.
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General Counsel Hal Hawes addressed the Court
No action was taken on this item.
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Fiscal Year 2022 Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the Fiscal Year 2022 Animal Shelter Donation Fund.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
31.
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 for various departments.
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 for various departments:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0440.004229 District Attorney State Law Enforcement Training $1,095.30
0100.0475.004229 County Attorney State Law Enforcement Training $4,864.31
0100.0551.004229 Constable 1 State Law Enforcement Training $6,719.39
0100.0552.004229 Constable 2 State Law Enforcement Training $5,949.29
0100.0553.004229 Constable 3 State Law Enforcement Training $12,284.06
0100.0554.004229 Constable 4 State Law Enforcement Training $4,658.69
0100.0560.004229 Sheriff's Office State Law Enforcement Training $89,318.82
0100.0570.004229 Jail State Law Enforcement Training $4,174.92

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for unspent 2021 donation dollars for the Sheriff's Office donations.
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 for unspent 2021 donation dollars for the Sheriff's Office donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0560.003670 Use of Donations $133.99
0100.0560.003671 Use of Victim's Assistance Donations $833.96

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for unspent 2021 donation dollars for Veteran Services.
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 for unspent 2021 donation dollars for Veteran Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0405.003670 Use of Donations $1,855.38

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
34.
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 for unspent 2021 donation dollars for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 2.
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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 for unspent 2021 donation dollars for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 2:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0452.003670 Use of Donations $200.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
35.
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 for unspent 2021 donation dollars for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3.
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 for unspent 2021 donation dollars for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0453.003670 Use of Donations $1,495.01

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
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 for unspent 2021 donation dollars for the Parks Department.
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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 for unspent 2021 donation dollars for the Parks Department:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0510.003670 Use of Donations $9,144.85

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
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 for unspent 2021 donation dollars for EMS.
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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 for unspent 2021 donation dollars for Emergency Medical Services (EMS):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0540.003670 Use of Donations $25,469.56

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
38.
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 for unspent 2021 donation dollars for Juvenile Services.
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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 for unspent 2021 donation dollars for Juvenile Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0576.003670 Use of Donations $879.73

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the allocation of $19.44M ($13.8M from General Fund budget and 5.6M from the Road & Bridge Budget) for the Transportation Corridor Program and the planning of the Ronald Reagan Corridor. The funds will be allocated into the following projects; $11M to P463 (Southeast Corridor), 400K to P385 (Ronald Reagan Corridor Segment A), 400K to P386 (Ronald Reagan Corridor Segment C), 500K to P361 (Corridor I-1/FM 3405), 500K to P372 (Corridor E3) and $6.6M to P457 (LTP ROW).
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the allocation of $19,441,533.00 ($13,877,365.00 from the General Fund Budget and $5,564,168.00 from the Road & Bridge Budget) for the Transportation Corridor Program and the planning of the Ronald Reagan Corridor. The funds will be allocated into the following projects; $11,000,000.00 to P-463 (Southeast Corridor), $400,000.00 to P-385 (Ronald Reagan Corridor Segment A), $400,000.00 to P-386 (Ronald Reagan Corridor Segment C), $500,000.00 to P-361 (Corridor I-1/Farm to Market (FM) 3405), $500,000.00 to P-372 (Corridor E3) and $6,641,533.00 to P457 (Long Range Transportation Plan (LTP) Right-of-Way (ROW)).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2019 Road Bond Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to close P302 (SH 130 Frontage Rd Ph 3) and move the remaining funds of $4,000,000 to P390 (CR 401/CR 404 IMPROVEMENTS) and to move $1,000,000 from P380 MoKAN (University to SH 45) to P389 (CR 402 IMPROVEMENTS).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve a 2019 Road Bond Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to close P-302 (State Highway (SH) 130 Frontage Road Phase 3) and move the remaining funds of $4,000,000.00 to P-390 (County Road (CR) 401/County Road (CR) 404 IMPROVEMENTS) and to move $1,000,000.00 from P-380 MoKAN (University to State Highway (SH) 45) to P-389 (County Road (CR) 402 IMPROVEMENTS).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the contract between The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Williamson County related to the funding for the Texas Targets Opioid Response Project as administered by Williamson County Mobile Outreach Team.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the contract between The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Williamson County related to the funding for the Texas Targets Opioid Response Project as administered by Williamson County Mobile Outreach Team.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of Deccan Live MUM Software License and upgrade in the amount of $22,622.00, for one (1) year and exempting Deccan International from competitive requirements per Texas Local Government Code §262.024(a)(7)(D) captive replacement parts or components for equipment.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the purchase of Deccan Live MUM Software License and upgrade in the amount of $22,622.00 for (1) year and exempt Deccan International from competitive requirements per Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(7)(D) captive replacement parts or components for equipment.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #21RFP4, for Jail Food Service to the overall best respondent, Aramark Correctional Services, LLC. and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To award Request For Proposal (RFP) # 21RFP4 for Jail Food Service to the overall best respondent, Aramark Correctional Services, LLC. and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Contract Amendment No. 1 to Contract for Construction Manager at Risk Project Delivery for Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center Addition by and between Williamson County and J.T. Vaughn Construction, LLC for the construction of Williamson County Child Advocacy Center Annex; and authorize the execution of the Contract Amendment No. 1.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Contract Amendment No. 1 to Contract for Construction Manager at Risk Project Delivery for Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center Addition by and between Williamson County and J.T. Vaughn Construction, LLC for the construction of Williamson County Child Advocacy Center Annex and authorize the execution of the Contract Amendment No. 1.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal (GMP) with awarded RFP T915 Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), J.T.Vaughn Construction, LLC, for the construction of Williamson County Child Advocacy Center Annex, in the amount of $7,739,072.00 with an Owner's Contingency in the amount of $773,910.00; and authorize the execution of the GMP between Williamson County and J.T.Vaughn Construction, LLC (The funding source is P530 and ARPA Funds).
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal (GMP) with awarded Request For Proposal (RFP) T915 Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), J.T.Vaughn Construction, LLC, for the construction of Williamson County Child Advocacy Center Annex, in the amount of $7,739,072.00 with an Owner's Contingency in the amount of $773,910.00; and authorize the execution of the GMP between Williamson County and J.T.Vaughn Construction, LLC to be funded by P-530 and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
46.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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There were no updates.
 
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Public Involvement for Infrastructure Projects contract RFP1812-284, renewal option 2 until the term ending March 25, 2023, with Rifeline, LLC, in the not to exceed amount of $3,500,000.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the extension of Public Involvement for Infrastructure Projects Contract Request For Proposal (RFP) 1812-284, renewal option 2 until the term ending March 25, 2023, with Rifeline, LLC, in the not-to-exceed amount of $3,500,000.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Nationwide Permit 14 Preconstruction Notification (NWP14 PCN) and Biological Assessment (BA) Application to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE).  The application is required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations for the Corridor H – Sam Bass Road Project in Commissioner Pct. 1.
Project: P462. Funding Source: Road Bond
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Nationwide Permit 14 Pre-construction Notification (NWP14 PCN) and Biological Assessment (BA) Application to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The application is required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations for the Corridor H – Sam Bass Road Project in Precinct 1 to be funded by Road Bond P-462.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Letter of Transfer/Ownership to the Center for archeological Research (CAR), for archeological collections (records only) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the NEPA Environmental Investigations on the FM 3349 at US 79 project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4. Project: P332. Fund Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Letter of Transfer/Ownership to the Center for Archeological Research (CAR), for archeological collections (records only) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Environmental Investigations on the Farm to Market (FM) 3349 at U.S. Highway 79 Project, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 4 to be funded by Road Bond P-332.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 7 claims for moving expenses related to the right of way acquisition on Parcel 13. Funding Source: Road Bonds P462
Unit E19- Tim Haynie
Unit C06- Joe Guyton
Unit D05- Karel Zuzak
Unit D08- David Massey
Unit O51- Chris Hogan
Unit I04- Aliesha Lawhon
Unit B13- Clint Shelby
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve (7) Claims For Moving Expenses related to the right-of-way acquisition on Parcel 13 to be funded by Road Bonds P-462. (Unit E19- Tim Haynie; Unit C06- Joe Guyton; Unit D05- Karel Zuzak; Unit D08- David Massey; Unit O51- Chris Hogan; Unit I04- Aliesha Lawhon; Unit B13- Clint Shelby)

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Landscape and Fence Easement and a Fence Easement to LS Estates Homeowners Association, Inc. for replacement of fence and landscape easements on excess property acquired by Williamson County as part of the SE Loop Segment 1 project. 
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Landscape and Fence Easement and a Fence Easement to LS Estates Homeowners Association, Inc. for replacement of fence and landscape easements on excess property acquired by Williamson County as part of the Southeast (SE) Loop Segment 1 Project.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Behrens Ranch Master Association, Inc. for right of way needed on the Sam Bass Rd. project (Parcels 73 & 74). Funding Source: Road Bonds P462
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Behrens Ranch Master Association, Inc. for the right-of-way needed on the Sam Bass Road Project (Parcels 73 & 74) to be funded by Road Bonds P-462.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Slope and Lateral Support Easement with Hutto 117 Investors, LP for right of way acquired on the SE Loop Segment 1 project. (Parcel 23)
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Slope and Lateral Support Easement with Hutto 117 Investors, LP for the right-of-way acquired on the Southeast (SE) Loop Segment 1 Project. (Parcel 23)

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement Regarding the City/County Participation in the Right of Way Acquisition Costs Related to RM 2243 (Hero Way) Project with the City of Leander. 
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement Regarding the City/County Participation in the Right-of-Way Acquisition Costs Related to Ranch to Market (RM) 2243 (Hero Way) Project with the City of Leander.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract and residential leaseback agreement with Joshua and DeeDee Loveless for right of way needed on the future SE Loop Segment 2 project (Parcel 49). Funding Source: Road Bonds P457
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract and Residential Leaseback Agreement with Joshua and DeeDee Loveless for the right-of-way needed on the future Southeast (SE) Loop Segment 2 Project (Parcel 49) to be funded by Road Bonds P-457.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Rick D. Kruger and wife Cheryle R. Kruger, Timothy R. Kruger and Brenda K. Sladek for right of way needed on the CR 100/CR 118 project (Parcel 2). Funding Source: LRTP P457
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Rick D. Kruger and wife Cheryle R. Kruger, Timothy R. Kruger and Brenda K. Sladek for the right-of-way needed on the County Road (CR) 100/County Road (CR) 118 Project (Parcel 2) to be funded by Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) P-457.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Rick D. Kruger and wife Cheryle R. Kruger for right of way needed on the CR 100/CR 118 project (Parcel 3). Funding Source: LRTP P457
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Rick D. Kruger and wife Cheryle R. Kruger for the right-of-way needed on the County Road (CR) 100/County Road (CR) 118 Project (Parcel 3) to be funded by Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) P-457.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
NO EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2021.
 
58.
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.
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
59.
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
    l)     Project Orange
    m)   Project Fittipaldi 
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
60.
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) 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.
i) 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.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
m) 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.
n) 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.
o) 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.
p) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
q) 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.
r) 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.
s) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
t) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
u) 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.
v) 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.
w) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #450-2021-00854 - Donald L. Foiles, Jr.
x) 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.
y) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
z) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
aa) 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.
 
61.
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.
 
62.
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.
 
NO EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2021.
 
63.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
64.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
65.
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) 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.
i) 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.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
m) 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.
n) 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.
o) 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.
p) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
q) 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.
r) 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.
s) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
t) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
u) 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.
v) 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.
w) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #450-2021-00854 - Donald L. Foiles, Jr.
x) 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.
y) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
z) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
aa) 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 on this item.
 
66.
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.
 
67.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
 
68.
Public Comment Period.
There were no comments.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 10:10 A.M. ON TUESDAY,NOVEMBER 23, 2021.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 7th day of December, 2021.


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

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