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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
FEBRUARY 1, 2022


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:33 A.M. on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 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 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • 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 January 25, 2022 meeting.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
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.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. 
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $10,755,204.70 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
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 – 25 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding acceptance of a donation of approximately $50,000 to the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter from the Estate of Connie Reynolds to be used for Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter purposes (Pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 81.032); and authorize the Williamson County Judge to execute any necessary documentation in order to receive the bequest.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To accept a donation of approximately $50,000.00 to the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter from the Estate of Connie Reynolds, to be used for Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter purposes, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 81.032 and authorize the Williamson County Judge to execute any necessary documentation in order to receive the bequest.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
5.
Discuss, consider and approve the final budget of $208,415 from the ARPA Funding (American Rescue Plan Act) for Project 445P Mental Health Court Surge.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve the final budget of $208,415.00 from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for Project 445P Mental Health Court Surge.

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the County Attorney's Office Racial Profile report for 2021.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve the County Attorney's Office Racial Profile report for 2021.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of The Peace, Pct. 1, December 2021 Monthly Report, in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. §103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Justice of The Peace Precinct 1 December 2021 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure Section 103.005.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152, for the period of 01/01/2022 through 01/31/2022.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To acknowledge the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152, for the period of January 01, 2022 through January 31, 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including One (1) 2001 Generac SD030 Vin #106388, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including (1) 2001 Generac SD030 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) #106388 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute the General and No Litigation Certificate of Williamson County relating to the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation’s Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Lakeline Apartments Project) Series 2022.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To execute the General and No Litigation Certificate of Williamson County relating to the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation’s Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Lakeline Apartments Project) Series 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute the General and No Litigation Certificate of Williamson County relating to the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation’s Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Mission Trail at El Camino Real Apartments) Series 2022.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To execute the General and No Litigation Certificate of Williamson County relating to the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation’s Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Mission Trail at El Camino Real Apartments) Series 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
To consider and note in the minutes the completion of the required 20 hours of continuing education hours for County Clerk Nancy E. Rister as prescribed in Tx Govt Code 51.605.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To note in the minutes the completion of the required 20 hours of continuing education hours for County Clerk Nancy E. Rister as prescribed in Texas Government Code Section 51.605.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the lease between Williamson County and SHARP Electronics Corp. for one (1) copy machine in the amount of $405.83 per month for a sixty (60) month lease, for the County Ag Extension Office, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4433, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve the lease between Williamson County and SHARP Electronics Corp. for (1) copy machine in the amount of $405.83 per month for a (60) month lease for the Williamson County Agriculture (Ag) Extension Office pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract # DIR-CPO-4433 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a lease with SHARP Electronics Corps for one (1) color copy machine for Williamson County Emergency Services, in the amount of $189.37 per month for forty-eight 48-months, pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4433, and authorize the execution of the agreement.
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This item was pulled from the agenda.
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16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the appointment of Williamson County Sheriff's Office, ACO Supervisor Casey Shannon, to be designated as the Local Rabies Control Authority (LRCA) effective February 1, 2022 for the purposes of the Rabies Control Act of 1981.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To designate Williamson County Sheriff's Office Animal Control Officer (ACO) Supervisor Casey Shannon as the Local Rabies Control Authority (LRCA) effective February 1, 2022 for the purposes of the Rabies Control Act of 1981.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on rescinding purchase of (1) Mac Vu360EKG machine in the amount of $18,115.12 approved under agenda item #24 on December 21, 2021.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To rescind the purchase of (1) Mac Vu360EKG machine in the amount of $18,115.12 approved under agenda item #24 on December 21, 2021.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Williamson County and Knight Security for the Liberty Hill Adult Probation Security Camera additions, for the total amount of $16,725.99 with an annual recurring amount of $2,100.00, pursuant to the DIR-CPO 4494 contract, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve the agreement between Williamson County and Knight Security for the Liberty Hill Adult Probation Security Camera additions, for the total amount of $16,725.99 with an annual recurring amount of $2,100.00, pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract # DIR-CPO 4494 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Services Contract between Williamson County and Automated Logic Contracting Services to provide the Preventative Maintenance Secure Assurance Plan in the amount of $31,358.00, per BuyBoard Contract #631-20, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the Services Contract between Williamson County and Automated Logic Contracting Services to provide the Preventative Maintenance Secure Assurance Plan in the amount of $31,358.00 per the BuyBoard Contract # 631-20 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a service contract between Williamson County and Danne Cranor d/b/a Lott Fence to provide installation of a new fence at the Williamson County Auction Yard, in the not-to-exceed amount of $4,267.84 and authorizing execution of the agreement. Funding Source is 445P CSCD OFFICE EXP/445A/task 12.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a service contract between Williamson County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) and Danne Cranor d/b/a Lott Fence to provide installation of a new fence at the Williamson County Probation Center (corrected from the auction yard) in Liberty Hill, in the not-to-exceed amount of $4,267.84 and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by 445P Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) OFFICE EXP/445A/task 12.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Agreement for Design & Engineering Services with Johnston, LLC for the Jail/CJC Master Plan (P432.)  Due to changes in classification of this project, the contract is being extended Sixty days (60) for a new termination date of April 21, 2022.  Point of contact is Tom Stanfield, Senior Project Manager, Facilities Department.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Agreement for Design & Engineering Services with Johnston, LLC for the Jail/Williamson County Justice Center (CJC) Master Plan P-432. Due to changes in classification of this project, the contract is being extended (60) days for a new termination date of April 1, 2022 (corrected from April 21, 2022).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and Lee County for the sale of one (1) 2004 John Deere 544H Rubber Tire Loader for the amount of $40,594.83, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152(a)(1), and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and Lee County for the sale of (1) 2004 John Deere 544H Rubber Tire Loader for the amount of $40,594.83 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152(a)(1) 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding termination of both contracts #21IFB19, with Green Dream International, LLC and Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC and authorize County Judge to sign letter proving 30-day notice of termination.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To terminate both contracts # 21IFB19, with Green Dream International, LLC and Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC and authorize County Judge to sign letter proving 30-day notice of termination.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on updating the estimated amount authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Davilla Street Culvert Replacement, under IFB #22IFB67. Funding Source is P486.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To update the estimated amount authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Davilla Street Culvert Replacement under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 22IFB67 to be funded by P-486.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Change Order No 1 to contract number T4679 for Texas Materials Group in the amount of $23,400.47 for CR 266 Milling and Overlay. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.003599.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 to contract # T4679 for Texas Materials Group in the amount of $23,400.47 for County Road (CR) 266 Milling and Overlay to be funded by 01.0200.0210.003599.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
26.
Discuss, consider, and acknowledge historical contributions by celebrated black Williamson County trailblazers.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Nancy Einhorn of Round Rock
Audrey Amos-McGehee of Cedar Park, Williamson County
Jason Norwood of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge Juanita Craft as one of Williamson County's black trailblazers.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to hire Brittany Allen for the 4-H and Youth Development Extension Agent position. 
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Those who addressed the Court:
District Extension Administrator with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service for District 8 Donald Kelm
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To hire Brittany Allen for the 4-H and Youth Development Extension Agent position.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
28.
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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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To pay Tax Assessor/Collector's office 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.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
29.
Discuss and consider approving a pay increase for early voting alternate supervisors and clerks for the 2022 Democratic and Republican Primary elections to be held on March 1, 2022.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Neitha Engert of Cedar Park, Williamson County
Jan Pelosi of Austin, Williamson County
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
Williamson County Elections Administrator Chris Davis
 

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

Motion: To approve a pay increase from $10.00 an hour to $12.00 an hour for early voting alternate supervisors and clerks for the 2022 Democratic and Republican Primary elections to be held on March 1, 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the General Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.370500 Miscellaneous Revenue $800.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
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 to acknowledge additional expenditures for the District Attorney's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the District Attorney's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0440.004999 Miscellaneous Expense $800.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the Williamson County Regional Habitat Conservation Plan (RHCP) approval of enrollment of properties participating during the 2021 calendar year (any participation received on or prior to 12/31/21) into the tax benefit financing plan for tax year 2021 and to re-enroll prior year participating properties.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Williamson County Regional Habitat Conservation Plan (RHCP) approval of enrollment of properties participating during the 2021 calendar year (any participation received on or prior to December 31, 2021) into the tax benefit financing plan for tax year 2021 and to re-enroll prior year participating properties.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
33.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
No action was taken on this item.
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Notice of Intent (NOI) for Stormwater Discharge associated with Construction Activity under TPEDS Construction General Permit (TXR150000) for 22IFB39 - CR 111 Westinghouse Rd, a Road Bond Program in Commissioner Pct. 3 and Pct. 4 P:292 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a Notice of Intent (NOI) for Stormwater Discharge associated with Construction Activity under Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPEDS) Construction General Permit (TXR150000) for 22IFB39 - County Road (CR) 111 Westinghouse Road (Rd), a Road Bond Program in Precinct 3 and Precinct 4 to be funded by Road Bond P-292.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 12 in the amount of ($1,234,080.84) for Project 1812-282 Seward Junction Improvements (Jordan Foster Construction) P:271 and P:274 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 12 for a credit in the amount of $1,234,080.84 for Project 1812-282 Seward Junction Improvements (Jordan Foster Construction) to be credited to Road Bond P-271 and P-274.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ #21RFSQ27 Engineering Services for Corridor J from US183 to IH35 to WSB & Associates (Funding Source P584), Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc (Funding source P585), and Halff Associates, Inc. (Funding Source P586) to provide engineering services to assist Williamson County staff in the development of schematics and possible design of Corridor J from US 183 to IH 35 and authorizing the execution of the agreements. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To award Request for Quote (RFQ) # 21RFSQ27 Engineering Services for Corridor J from U.S. Highway 183 to Interstate Highway (IH) 35 to WSB & Associates (to be funded by P-584), Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. (to be funded by P-585), and Halff Associates, Inc. (to be funded by P-586) to provide engineering services to assist Williamson County staff in the development of schematics and possible design of Corridor J from U.S. Highway 183 to Interstate Highway (IH) 35 and authorize the execution of the agreements.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a LTP transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to transfer $6,720,000 from P463 to P584 (Corridor J IH354 to West of FM2843) in the amount of $3,190,000, P585 (Corridor J West of FM 2843 to East of SH 195) in the amount of $1,180,000 and P586 (Corridor J East of SH 195 to US 183) in the amount of $2,350,000.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a Long Range Transportation Plan (LTP) transfer, per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver, to transfer $6,720,000.00 from P-463 to P-584 (Corridor J Interstate Highway (IH) 354 to West of Farm to Market (FM) 2843) in the amount of $3,190,000, P-585 (Corridor J West of Farm to Market (FM) 2843 to East of State Highway (SH) 195) in the amount of $1,180,000.00 and P-586 (Corridor J East of State Highway (SH) 195 to U.S. Highway 183) in the amount of $2,350,000.00.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the closing of Davilla Street and detouring traffic during construction of the Davilla Street Culvert Replacement project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Precinct 4. Project: P486. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To close Davilla Street and detour traffic during construction of the Davilla Street Culvert Replacement project, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 4 to be funded by P-486.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 2 to the CR 111 (Westinghouse Rd) from FM 1460 to SH 130 Project contract between Williamson County and Steger Bizzell relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program. Project: P292. Fund Source: Road Bonds.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 2 to the County Road (CR) 111 (Westinghouse Road (Rd)) from Farm to Market (FM) 1460 to State Highway (SH) 130 Project contract between Williamson County and Steger Bizzell relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bonds P-292.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 1 to the On-Call Asphalt, Sampling, Testing & Inspection contract between Williamson County and Rodriguez Engineering Laboratories, LLC relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program. Project: As-Needed by Work Authorization. Fund Source: Road Bonds.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the On-Call Asphalt, Sampling, Testing & Inspection Contract between Williamson County and Rodriguez Engineering Laboratories, LLC relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program Project: As-Needed by Work Authorization to be funded by Road Bonds.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 13 claims for moving expenses related to the right of way acquisition on Sam Bass Road--Parcel 13. Funding Source: Road Bonds P462
Unit B14- Schnoor
Unit D23- Valles
Unit P66- Garcia
Unit P13- Grace
Unit C01- Spies
Unit- D13- Kam
Unit 109- Kana
Unit A14- Didier
Unit E33- Collier
Unit B08- Mier
Unit 067- Makela
Unit 082- Garcia
Unit E25- Wheeler
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve (13) 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 B14- Schnoor; Unit D23- Valles; Unit P66- Garcia; Unit P13- Grace; Unit C01- Spies; Unit- D13- Kam; Unit 109- Kana; Unit A14- Didier; Unit E33- Collier; Unit B08- Mier; Unit 067- Makela; Unit 082- Garcia; Unit E25- Wheeler)

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Laura Moscatelli for right of way needed on the Liberty Hill Bypass project (Parcel 1). Funding Source: Road Bonds P346
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Laura Moscatelli for the right-of-way needed on the Liberty Hill Bypass Project (Parcel 1) to be funded by Road Bonds P-346.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 3 letter agreements for a Jonah waterline easement needed on the CR 111/Westinghouse Rd. Project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P292
Parcel 27E- Martinez-Castillo
Parcel 28E- Sandoval
Parcel 32E- Knight/Volpe
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve (3) Letter Agreements for a Jonah waterline easement needed on the County Road (CR) 111/Westinghouse Road (Rd) Project to be funded by Road Bonds P-292. (Parcel 27E- Martinez-Castillo; Parcel 28E- Sandoval; Parcel 32E- Knight/Volpe)

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a relocation claim request for 2nd payment with Raymond and Pamela Cantrell for right of way that was acquired for the Liberty Hill Bypass project (Parcel 45). Funding Source: Road Bonds P346
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a Relocation Claim Request for 2nd payment with Raymond and Pamela Cantrell for the right-of-way that was acquired for the Liberty Hill Bypass Project (Parcel 45) to be funded by Road Bonds P-346.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a variance request to the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations from Pulte Homes for Lot 10, Block X, Santa Rita Ranch South Section 8A subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a variance request to the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations from Pulte Homes for Lot 10, Block X, Santa Rita Ranch South Section 8A subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:30 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2022.
 
46.
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.


 
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Those who addressed the Court:
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
No action wast taken in Executive Session.
 
47.
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.
 
48.
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.
bb) Claim from Roger Minter
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
49.
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.
 
50.
Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors, employees and/or positions, including but not limited to conducting deliberation and discussion pertaining to annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters).
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:09 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2022.
 
51.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
52.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
53.
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.
bb) Claim from Roger Minter
No action was taken on this item.
 
54.
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.
 
55.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
 
56.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:10 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2022.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 8th day of February, 2022.


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

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