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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JANUARY 18, 2022


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:33 A.M. on TUESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2022, 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 January 11, 2022 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.  County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained in regard to payments to invoices for James Construction (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $3,860,541.80 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 – 13 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Pretrial Services Department.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Pre-trial Services Department:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0591-004100 Pre-Trial/Professional Services $4,000.00
To 0100-0591-004141 Pre-Trial/Interpreters $4,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Radio System Enhancement Support for Emergency Communications under RFP #22RFP64.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Radio System Enhancement Support for Emergency Communications under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 22RFP64.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving annual Liability and Inland Marine Insurance Coverage for Williamson County Hazmat Team (Hazardous Material) from Higginbotham Insurance for the annual premium of $2,726.00.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the annual Liability and Inland Marine Insurance Coverage for Williamson County Hazmat Team (Hazardous Material) from Higginbotham Insurance for the annual premium of $2,726.00.

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
Attachments:
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Williamson County and McCoy Rockford Commercial Interiors for office furniture, in the amount of $71,712.14, pursuant to TX-MAS contract #19-7106 valid through 7/16/2022, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the agreement between the Williamson County Sheriff's Office and McCoy Rockford Commercial Interiors for office furniture in the amount of $71,712.14 pursuant to the TXMAS Contract # 19-7106 valid through July 16, 2022 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:
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to solicit and receive sealed proposals for Inmate Phone, Video Visitation and Digital Mail Services under RFP #21RFP62.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit and receive sealed proposals for Inmate Phone, Video Visitation and Digital Mail Services under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 21RFP62.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the purchasing agent to solicit and receive sealed proposals for Tax Office Payment Processing Services under RFP #22RFP63.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit and receive sealed proposals for Tax Office Payment Processing Services under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 22RFP63.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a report from Chasco Contractors, Ltd., Change Order No. 3 for the Liberty Hill CSCD Project (418P) This change order is for asphalt paving not included in the original scope of work.  This Change Order is for $49,970 and will require no additional days added to substantial completion.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Chasco Contractors, Ltd., Change Order No. 3 for $49,970.00 for the Liberty Hill Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) Project (418P).

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 awarding IFB #22IFB43 Herbicides to the lowest responsive bidder Nutrien Ag Solutions, Inc.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 22IFB43 Herbicides to the lowest responsive bidder Nutrien Ag Solutions, Inc.

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 approval of the final plat for the Eastwood Section 6 subdivision – Precinct 4.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Eastwood Section 6 subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Park at Blackhawk IV Phase 9 subdivision – Precinct 4.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Park at Blackhawk IV Phase 9 subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Blessing Ranch subdivision – Precinct 2.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Blessing Ranch 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
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve an Order for Interment by Cremation of deceased (George L. Farmer) who passed away in Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1 of Williamson County, TX and an inquest has been done by Justice of the Peace, Pct. 2 of Williamson County 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.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an Order for Interment by Cremation of deceased (George L. Farmer) who passed away in Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 of Williamson County, Texas and an inquest has been done by Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 of Williamson County 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 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
15.
To recognize Cynthia Tidwell and Marlen Rossetti for their service and dedication to the Williamson County Clerk's Office resulting in the 2021 Exemplary 5 Star Local Registrar Vital Registration Award by the Texas Department of State Health Services Vital Statistics Section.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Williamson County Clerk Nancy Rister
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To recognize Cynthia Tidwell and Marlen Rossetti for their service and dedication to the Williamson County Clerk's Office resulting in the 2021 Exemplary 5 Star Local Registrar Vital Registration Award by the Texas Department of State Health Services Vital Statistics Section.

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 A PUBLIC HEARING AT 9:45 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2022.
 
16.
9:30 AM – Conduct public hearing relating to a request of County Court at Law #4 to create an Associate Judge position and a court reporter 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 needed, and the terms for distribution of any excess funds that effect and maintain the public purpose to be served by making the payments.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 9:48 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2022.
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on creating an Associate Judge position and a Court Reporter position to support County Court at Law #4, required to address the increase in mental health cases due to the COVID-19 pandemic, funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
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Those who addressed the Court:
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
 

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

Motion: To approve a visiting Master Judge position and a visiting Court Reporter position, as needed, up to $250,000.00 to support County Court at Law 4, required to address the increase in mental health cases due to the COVID-19 pandemic, funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.

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 to approve a budget in the ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) Funds for the LE Drop Off Center (445P LE Drop Off Center) in the amount of $45,000.00.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve a budget in the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for the Law Enforcement (LE) Drop Off Center (445P Law Enforcement (LE) Drop Off Center) in the amount of $45,000.00.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to increase the budget in the ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) Funds for 445P CSCD Office Expansion in the amount of $71,690.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To increase the budget in the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for 445P Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) Office Expansion in the amount of $71,690.00.

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
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to increase the budget in the ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) Funds for 445P Special Ops in the amount of $300,000.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To increase the budget in the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for 445P Special Operations in the amount of $300,000.00.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to increase the budget in the ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) Funds for 445P EMS Generators in the amount of $300,000.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To increase the budget in the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for 445P Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Generators in the amount of $300,000.00.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to increase the budget in the ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) Funds for 445P CTTC Generator in the amount of $195,000.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To increase the budget in the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for 445P Central Texas Treatment Center (CTTC) Generator in the amount of $195,000.00.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the engagement of The Law Office of Randy T. Leavitt and Howry, Breen & Herman, LLP to represent Williamson County and the Williamson County District Attorney in relation to Case No. 5:21-CV-1223-FB; Isabel Longoria and Cathy Morgan v. Warren K. Paxton et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas San Antonio Division; and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4).
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
League of United Latin American Citizens (LUAC) District VII Representative Jose Orta of Taylor
 

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

Motion: To engage the Law Office of Randy T. Leavitt and Howry, Breen & Herman, LLP to represent Williamson County and the Williamson County District Attorney in relation to Case No. 5:21-CV-1223-FB; Isabel Longoria and Cathy Morgan v. Warren K. Paxton et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas San Antonio Division; and exempt these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(4).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
24.
Consider declaring an emergency and approving a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for various funds and departments as attached.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
 

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

Motion: To approve a budget amendment from Cash Ending to acknowledge additional expenditures for various funds and departments as attached.

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 ratifying Emergency Environmental Cleaning Services of hazardous material from The Cleaning Guys, LLC, in the amount of $9,381.91, and exempting from competitive bidding per Texas Local Government Code 262.024. (a) (2) [An item necessary to preserve and protect the public health or safety of the residents of the county].
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To ratify Emergency Environmental Cleaning Services of hazardous material from The Cleaning Guys, LLC, in the amount of $9,381.91 and exempt from competitive bidding per Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(2) [An item necessary to preserve and protect the public health or safety of the residents of the 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:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an approval for Juvenile Services to apply for a grant through the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) to provide contract services to youth(s).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Juvenile Services to apply for a grant through the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) to provide contract services to youth(s).

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 the agreement between Tania Glenn & Associates, P.A. and Williamson County for Psychological Services for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office, and exempting this agreement from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) a personal or professional service, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the agreement between Tania Glenn & Associates, P.A. and Williamson County for Psychological Services for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office, exempt this agreement from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) a personal or professional service, 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:
 
28.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh 
No action was taken on this item.
 
29.
Receive the January 2022 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation.
View Agenda Item
No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 9 in the amount of $182,754.00 for Project 3866 Forest North Phase III (DeNucci Constructors), a Road Bond project in Commissioner Pct. 1 P:225 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 9 in the amount of $182,754.00 for Project 3866 Forest North Phase III (DeNucci Constructors), a Road Bond Project in Precinct 1 to be funded by Road Bonds P-225.

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 awarding a Construction Services Contract to Montes Construction and authorizing the execution of the agreement.  Funding Source: Road Bond P463.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To award a Construction Services Contract to Montes Construction and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by Road Bond P-463.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the quote between Blade Group, LLC and Williamson County for Limestone Rock Asphalt in the amount of $114,253.20 pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #612-20 and authorizing the purchase.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the quote between Blade Group, LLC and Williamson County Road and Bridge Department for Limestone Rock Asphalt in the amount of $114,253.20 pursuant to the BuyBoard Contract # 612-20 and authorize the purchase.

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 4 claims for moving expenses related to the right of way acquisition on Sam Bass Road--Parcel 13. Funding Source: Road Bonds P462
Unit E23- Nelson
Unit E06- Truex
Unit O29- Martin
Unit D01- Bode
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve (4) Claims for Moving Expenses related to the right-of-way acquisition on Sam Bass Road - Parcel 13 to be funded by Road Bonds P-462. (Unit E23- Nelson; Unit E06- Truex; Unit O29- Martin; Unit D01- Bode)

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 a temporary right of entry agreement with Clayton Properties Group Inc. d/b/a Brohn Homes for the SE Loop Segment 2 project. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a temporary right-of-entry agreement with Clayton Properties Group Inc. d/b/a Brohn Homes for the Southeast (SE) Loop Segment 2 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:
 
NO EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS HELD ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2022.
 
35.
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
    g)    Discuss the sale of 106 Dana Drive, Hutto, Texas
    h)    Discuss the sale of property located adjacent to the existing Williamson County EMS Bay/SO and MOT building at 1801 E. Settlers Boulevard, Round Rock, Texas

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.
 
36.
Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087:
        Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
    a)    Project Red Hot Chili Pepper
    b)    Project Flex Power
    c)    Project Pearson Ranch
    d)    Project Fittipaldi 
    e)    Project Venture
    f)     Project 007
    g)    Project Acropolis
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
37.
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) 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.
h) 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.
i) 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.
j) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
o) 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.
p) 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.
q) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
r) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
s) 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.
t) 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.
u) 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.
v) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
w) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
x) 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.
y) Legal matters pertaining to the Emergency Communications Department.
z) Legal matters pertaining to the GardaWorld contract.
aa) Case No. 5:21-cv-1223-FB Isabel Longoria and Cathy Morgan v. Warren K. Paxton et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas San Antonio Division.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
38.
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.
 
39.
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, JANUARY 18, 2022.
 
40.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
41.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
42.
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) 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.
h) 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.
i) 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.
j) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
o) 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.
p) 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.
q) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
r) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
s) 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.
t) 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.
u) 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.
v) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
w) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
x) 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.
y) Legal matters pertaining to the Emergency Communications Department.
z) Legal matters pertaining to the GardaWorld contract.
aa) Case No. 5:21-cv-1223-FB Isabel Longoria and Cathy Morgan v. Warren K. Paxton et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas San Antonio Division.
No action was taken on this item.
 
43.
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.
 
44.
Comments from Commissioners.
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. reminded everyone of the potential severe winter weather and asked everyone to take steps to prepare for it.
 
45.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 10:49 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2022.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 25th day of January, 2022.


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

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