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


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:32 A.M. on TUESDAY, MARCH 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 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the minutes of the February 22, 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 $3,180,956.62 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 – 18 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Agriculture Extension Office.
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This item was pulled from the agenda.
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Emergency Services.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the line item transfers for Emergency Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0583-003010 Computer Equipment <$5,000.00 $920.00
To 0100-0583-003011 Computer Software < $5,000.00 $920.00
From 0100-0583-003311 Uniforms $340.00
To 0100-0583-003011 Computer Software < $5,000.00 $340.00

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)
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to correct a typographical error in the account number for Item No. 29 of the Williamson County Commissioners Court February 22, 2022 session so that the minutes properly reflect the account number as being 01.0100.0576.004501 rather than the incorrect number of 01.0100.0576.004510 that was set forth in said item.
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This item was pulled from the agenda.
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

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:
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152, for the period of 02/01/2022 through 02/28/2022.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To acknowledge the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152, for the period of February 01, 2022 through February 28, 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:
 
8.
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 02/01/2022 through 02/28/2022.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

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 February 01, 2022 through February 28, 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:
 
9.
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 (Legacy Square Apartments Project) Series 2022.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize 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 (Legacy Square 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:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the quotation from DNN, Corp for DNN license, support and renewal, in the amount of $24,505.00, and authorizing execution of the quote.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the quote from DNN, Corp for DNN license, support and renewal, in the amount of $24,505.00, and authorize the execution of the quote.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Business Associate Agreement, an update to the current contract originally approved in Commissioners Court on 10-05-21 under item # 25, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Business Associate Agreement with PowerDMS, an update to the current contract originally approved in Commissioners Court on October 05, 2021 under item no. 25, 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:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing a selection committee to evaluate the responses received to the Williamson County Strategic Plan Consulting Services Request for Qualifications (RFQ) #22RSQ55.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To appoint the following employees to a selection committee to evaluate the responses received to the Williamson County Strategic Plan Consulting Services Request for Qualifications (RFQ) # 22RSQ55:

  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh
  • Senior Director Parks Russell Fishbeck
  • Senior Director of Facilities Dale Butler

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)
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an agreement between Williamson County and the Butler Partnership. Ltd.  (BFP) relating to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office use of BFP''s real property for purposes of training. 
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an agreement between Williamson County Sheriff's Office and the Butler Family Partnership. Ltd. (BFP) relating to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office use of BFP's real property for purposes of training.

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 purchase of an x-ray machine for the entrance of the Williamson County Justice Center from AutoClear Security Inspection Systems, LLC in the amount of $25,607.00, pursuant to GSA contract #GS-07F-184GA, and authorizing execution of the quote.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the purchase of an x-ray machine for the entrance of the Williamson County Justice Center from AutoClear Security Inspection Systems, LLC in the amount of $25,607.00, pursuant to U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Contract # GS-07F-184GA, and authorize the execution of the quote.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Walker Texas Surveyors, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for On Call Professional Surveying Services. This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to May 31, 2024 and increase the maximum amount payable to $74,330.00. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004150.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between Walker Texas Surveyors, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for On-Call Professional Surveying Services to extend the expiration date to May 31, 2024 and increase the maximum amount payable to $74,330.00 to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004150.

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:
 
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 5 in the amount of $300.00 for Project T1740 Corridor H - Sam Bass Road Interim Signals (Austin Traffic Signal) P: 462 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 5 in the amount of $300.00 for Project T1740 Corridor H - Sam Bass Road Interim Signals (Austin Traffic Signal) to be funded by Road Bond P-462.

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 approval of the replat for the Durham Park Section 4, Lot 2, Block C subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the replat for the Durham Park Section 4, Lot 2, Block C 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:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Benton Tract Phase 1, Sections 1-3 subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Benton Tract Phase 1, Sections 1-3 subdivision – Precinct 3.

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
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing members to the Risk Committee and reorganizing the Risk team.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To appoint the following members to the Risk Committee and reorganize the Risk team:

  • Risk - Malea Schmitt
  • Commissioners Court – Shannon Francis
  • Human Resources – Kayla Marek
  • Sheriff's Office – Becky Rodriguez
  • Corrections – Lieutenant Carlos Wheless
  • Parks – Keith Geer
  • Facilities – Dale Butler
  • Emergency Medical Services – Ed Tydings
  • Juvenile Services – Roberto Lopez
  • Road and Bridge – Lee Garrett
  • Auditors – Nate Zinsmeyer
  • Justice Center –Ron Morgan
  • Information Technology - Richard Semple
  • Animal Shelter – Alexis Fine

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)
 
20.
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 revenue for a Sheriff’s Office donation.
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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 revenue for a Sheriff’s Office donation:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.367400 Donations $50.00

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)
 
21.
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 revenue for a Sheriff’s Office donation.
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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 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 revenue for a Sheriff’s Office donation:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0560.003671 Use of Sheriff's Office Victim Assistance Donations $50.00

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)
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations. 
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 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 Park Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.367403 Park Donations $4,167.00

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)
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations. 
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 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 Park Donations:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0510.003670 Use of Donations $4,167.00

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)
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the termination of the Interlocal agreement between Williamson County (MOT) and the City of Cedar Park (PD).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To terminate the Interlocal agreement between Williamson County Mobile Outreach Team (MOT) and the City of Cedar Park Police Department (PD).

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:
 
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a policy exception for EMS to move salary surplus dollars to PCN 0799.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a policy exception for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to move salary surplus dollars to Position Control Number (PCN) 0799.

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)
 
26.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
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There were no updates.  No action was taken on this item.
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding IFB 22IFB67 Davilla Street Culvert Replacement to the lowest and best bidder, Chasco Constructors for $664,464.00. Funding source is Project: 486, Road Bond.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) 22IFB67 Davilla Street Culvert Replacement to the lowest and best bidder, Chasco Constructors for $664,464.00 to be funded by Road Bond 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:
 
28.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 6 in the amount of ($10,766.76) for Project 1901-285 CR 176 at RM 2243 (Joe Bland Construction) P: 241 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 6 for a credit in the amount of $10,766.76 for Project 1901-285 County Road (CR) 176 at Ranch to Market (RM) 2243 (Joe Bland Construction) to be credited to Road Bond P-241.

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:
 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 3 in the amount of ($447,390.05) for Project T2232- Hairy Man/Brushy Creek Rd Improvements (DeNucci Constructors, LLC) P: 284 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 3 for a credit in the amount of $447,390.05 for Project T2232- Hairy Man/Brushy Creek Road (Rd) Improvements (DeNucci Constructors, LLC) to be credited to Road Bond P-284.

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:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a 2019 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to transfer $50,000 from P357 (Ronald Reagan Blvd at Sun City Blvd to P359 (Corridor E4), $325,000 from P376 (CR 134/CR 132 Extension) to P369 (Bartlett Street), $150,000 from P381 (Old Settler Blvd) to P374 (Thrall Street) and $2,000,000 from P379 (Cottonwood Creek Drainage Improvements) to P332 (FM 3349 at US 79 Interchange).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a 2019 Road Bond Budget Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to transfer $50,000.00 from P-357 (Ronald Reagan Boulevard (Blvd) at Sun City Boulevard (Blvd) to P-359 (Corridor E4), $325,000.00 from P-376 (County Road (CR) 134/County Road (CR) 132 Extension) to P-369 (Bartlett Street), $150,000.00 from P-381 (Old Settler Boulevard (Blvd)) to P-374 (Thrall Street) and $2,000,000.00 from P-379 (Cottonwood Creek Drainage Improvements) to P-332 (Farm to Market (FM) 3349 at U.S. 79 Interchange).

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:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Resolution with TXDOT for a locally funded Road Improvement Project On-System at the Liberty Hill Bypass. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve a Resolution with the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) for a locally funded Road Improvement Project On-System at the Liberty Hill Bypass.

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:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreement with TXDoT for Local On-System Project which will allow for construction of left and right turn lanes at the intersection of RM 1869 and the Liberty Hill Bypass in Williamson County, Texas. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve an Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) for Local On-System Project which will allow for construction of left and right turn lanes at the intersection of Ranch to Market (RM) 1869 and the Liberty Hill Bypass in Williamson County, Texas.

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.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a special warranty deed with Enclave at Liberty Hill, LLC and 2125 Hydepark Apartments, LLC regarding the donation of right of way for the CR 258 project. (Parcel 4).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve a Special Warranty Deed with Enclave at Liberty Hill, LLC and 2125 Hydepark Apartments, LLC regarding the donation of the right-of-way for the County Road (CR) 258 Project. (Parcel 4).

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:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a deed to Foreverforward, LLC releasing excess right of way in exchange for the proposed right of way on the N. Mays project (Parcel 8). 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve a Deed to Foreverforward, LLC releasing excess right-of-way in exchange for the proposed right-of-way on the North Mays Project (Parcel 8).

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 on a possession and use agreement for transportation purposes with R040062, LP, a Texas limited partnership for a waterline easement needed on the CR 111 project (Parcel 21WE).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve a Possession and Use Agreement for transportation purposes with R040062, LP, a Texas limited partnership for a waterline easement needed on the County Road (CR) 111 Project (Parcel 21WE).

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 an Interlocal Agreement for Completing Design Services and Construction Related to the Location of City of Round Rock Waterline Improvements along Sam Bass Road with the City of Round Rock. Funding Source: Road Bonds P462.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement for Completing Design Services and Construction Related to the Location of City of Round Rock Waterline Improvements along Sam Bass Road with the City of Round Rock to be funded by Road Bonds P-462.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 1 claim for moving expenses related to the right of way acquisition on Sam Bass Road--Parcel 13. Funding Source: Road Bonds P462
Unit 045- Portillo
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve (1) Claim for Moving Expenses for Martin F. Portillo related to the right-of-way acquisition on Sam Bass Road - Parcel 13 to be funded by Road Bonds P-462.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Chad Cotton for right of way needed on the CR 129 project (Parcel 8). Funding Source: Road Bonds P375.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Chad Cotton for the right-of-way needed on the County Road (CR) 129 Project (Parcel 8) to be funded by Road Bonds P-375.

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 claim for actual moving expenses with Bobby Sliva for the cost of relocating his cattle pens out of the acquired right of way needed on the SE Loop Segment 3 (Parcel 64) project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P332.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve a Claim for Actual Moving Expenses with Bobby Sliva for the cost of relocating his cattle pens out of the acquired right-of-way needed on the Southeast (SE) Loop Segment 3 (Parcel 64) Project to be funded by Road Bonds P-332.

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:
 
NO EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 1, 2022.
 
40.
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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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
41.
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.
 
42.
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. 1:21-CV-74; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
i) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
n) 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.
o) 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.
p) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
q) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
r) 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.
s) 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.
t) 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.
u) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
v) 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.
w) Legal matters pertaining to the Emergency Communications Department.
x) Legal matters pertaining to the GardaWorld contract.
y) 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.
z) Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
aa) Demand of Stanard & Associates, Inc.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
43.
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.
 
44.
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, MARCH 1, 2022.
 
45.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
46.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill

No action was taken on this item.
 
47.
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. 1:21-CV-74; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
i) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
j) 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.
k) 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.
l) 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.
m) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
n) 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.
o) 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.
p) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
q) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
r) 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.
s) 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.
t) 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.
u) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
v) 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.
w) Legal matters pertaining to the Emergency Communications Department.
x) Legal matters pertaining to the GardaWorld contract.
y) 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.
z) Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
aa) Demand of Stanard & Associates, Inc.
No action was taken on this item.
 
48.
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.
 
49.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
 
 
50.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 9:44 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 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 March, 2022.


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

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