Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
MARCH 29, 2022

STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:32 A.M. on TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2022, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:

Present:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
County Clerk Nancy E. Rister

Others Present:

Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
Amanda Brown, Executive Assistant to County Clerk

Review and approval of minutes.

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

Motion: To approve the minutes of the March 22, 2022 meeting.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

03-22-2022 Minutes

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 2 Cynthia Long
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,282,767.55 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

CONSENT AGENDA

The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 3 – 20 )

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the All County Courts at Law.

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for all County Courts at Law:

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0100-0425-004134	Misdemeanor Court Appointments	$30,000.00
To	0100-0425-004120	Competency Hearings	$30,000.00

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Fire Marshal's Office.

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Fire Marshal's Office:

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0100-0542-003001	Small Equipment & Tools	$7,920.00
To	0100-0542-005003	Equipment > $5,000.00	$7,920.00

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

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 1 Terry Cook
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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of The Peace, Pct. 1, January 2022 Monthly Report, in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. 103.005.

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

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 January 2022 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

JANUARY_2022_EOM_REPORT_JP1

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of The Peace, Pct 1, February 2022 Monthly Report, in compliance with Code of Crim Proc. 103.005.

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

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 February 2022 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

FEBRUARY 2022 REPORT JP1

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging the 2022 annual asset inventory as conducted by Records Consultants, Inc. to fulfill the requirement of producing an annual asset report for the County, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 262.011. (i).

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

Motion: To acknowledge the 2022 annual asset inventory as conducted by Records Consultants, Inc. to fulfill the requirement of producing an annual asset report for the County, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 262.011(i).

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

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Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Interlocal Agreement (ILA) between the City of Jarrell and Williamson County for the sale of surplus equipment to include one (1) 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe VIN #4301, in accordance with Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.(a)(1).

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

Motion: To approve the Interlocal Agreement (ILA) between the City of Jarrell and Williamson County for the sale of surplus equipment to include (1) 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) # 4301, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152(a)(1).

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

10.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Separate Written Approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Contract with the City of Georgetown, Texas regarding the City and County Participation in the design and construction costs related to the County Road 111 Construction Project in compliance with §791.014 of the Texas Government Code, otherwise known as the Interlocal Cooperation Act.

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

Motion: To approve a Separate Written Approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Contract with the City of Georgetown, Texas regarding the City and County Participation in the design and construction costs related to the County Road 111 Construction Project in compliance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, otherwise known as the Interlocal Cooperation Act.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Separate Written Approval of ILA CR 111 Project COG

11.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an affiliation agreement with Texas A&M University Health Science Center.

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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 an affiliation agreement with Texas A&M University Health Science Center.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

TAMU Agreement

12.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Williamson County and Data Projections, Inc. for an audio visual (AV) systems upgrades for Justice of the Peace Pct. 2, for a total of $11,734.09 pursuant to TIPS 210101 contract, and authorizing the execution of this agreement.

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

Motion: To approve the agreement between Williamson County and Data Projections, Inc. for an audio/visual (AV) systems upgrades for Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, for a total of $11,734.09 pursuant to The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) 210101 contract, and authorize the execution of this agreement.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

13.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #22RFP54 Electronic Medical Record System to the highest ranking proposer, SpiralFX Interactive, LLC, and authorizing execution of the documents.

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

Motion: To award Request for Proposal (RFP) # 22RFP54 Electronic Medical Record System to the highest ranking proposer, SpiralFX Interactive, LLC for the Williamson County Jail and authorize the execution of the documents.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

14.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving agreement between Williamson County and Austin Montgomery d/b/a The Roof Co. to provide construction services at the Williamson County Constable Pct. 2 Office, in the not-to-exceed amount of $19,435.00, and authorizing the execution of this agreement.

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

Motion: To approve an agreement between Williamson County and Austin Montgomery D/B/A The Roof Co. to provide construction services at the Williamson County Constable Precinct 2 Office, in the not-to-exceed amount of $19,435.00, and authorize the execution of this agreement.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Contract Proposal

15.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Architecture Design for New Williamson County Headquarters, under RFQ #22RFSQ86. Funding Source is P577.

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Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Architecture Design for the new Williamson County Headquarters, under Request for Quote (RFQ) # 22RFSQ86 to be funded by P-577.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

16.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a report from G2 Construction Services, Change Order No. 1 for the Williamson County Constable Precinct 4 Office Repairs Project in the amount of $2,935.50. There are no additional days added. Funding Source is 0100.1033.004509

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

Motion: To accept a report from G2 Construction Services, Change Order No. 1 for the Williamson County Constable Precinct 4 Office Repairs Project in the amount of $2,935.50, with no additional days added, to be funded by 0100.1033.004509.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

CO1-G2

17.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Austin Montgomery d/b/a The Roof Co. Waco, LLC, Change Order No. 2 for the Williamson County CTTC Winter Storm Repair Project (P565) in the amount of $141,322.52. Funding Source is P565.

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

Motion: To approve Austin Montgomery, D/B/A The Roof Co. Waco, LLC, Change Order No. 2 for the Williamson County Central Texas Treatment Center (CTTC) Winter Storm Repair Project (P565) in the amount of $141,322.52 to be funded by P-565.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

C02-The Roof Co

18.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Circleville 12 Addition subdivision – Precinct 4.

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Circleville 12 Addition subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

preliminary plat - Circleville 12 Addition

19.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Cool Water Phase 3 Section 1 subdivision – Precinct 4.

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Cool Water Phase 3 Section 1 subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

final plat - Cool Water Ph 3 Sec 1

20.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Cool Water Phase 3 Section 2 subdivision – Precinct 4.

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Cool Water Phase 3 Section 2 subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

final plat - Cool Water Ph 3 Sec 2

REGULAR AGENDA

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:42 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2022.

21.

9:30 am Conduct public hearing relating to a request from Human Resources and the Commissioners Court to transfer the funding for a position allocated during the FY2022 Budget Process from Non Departmental to the Commissioners Court Budget for the position of Risk Analyst and discuss (1) the reason for the funding transfer, including the public purpose that will be served by transferring the funding; and (2) the exact amount of the funding transfer, the sources of the payment, and the terms for distribution of the payment that effect and maintain the public purpose to be served if any excess is needed.

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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown

Attachments:

RAbudget

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:54 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2022.

22.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Commissioners Court budget for various lines as attached.

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

Motion: To approve the line item transfers for the Commissioners Court budget for various lines as attached.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Risk Analyst FTE

23.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Williamson County Employee of the Year Program.

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Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons

No action was taken on this item.

24.

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 $30,000 for work performed in association with processing registrations and title transactions in the statutorily mandated deadline.

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

Motion: To approve 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 $30,000.00 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

25.

Discuss policy regarding transportation and health and safety matters relating to request for installation of gates in, on and across county right-of-way and county maintained public roadways.

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Those who addressed the Court:
Williamson County Engineer Terron Evertson
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh
Senior Director of Emergency Services Chris Connealy
Bill Cobb of Cimarron Hills, Georgetown
General Counsel Hal Hawes
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason
Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein

No action was taken on this item.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED AT 11:01 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2022.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED AT 11:10 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2022.

26.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on setting a Public Hearing regarding the setting of the rate associated with mandatory provider participation payments that Williamson County may require of all local hospitals for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 in relation to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program and establish how the revenue derived from those payments may be spent in accordance with Chapter 292B of the Texas Health and Safety Code and the Williamson County Health Care Provider Participation Program Rules and Procedures.

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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley

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

Motion: To set a Public Hearing for April 5, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. regarding the setting of the rate associated with mandatory provider participation payments that Williamson County may require of all local hospitals for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 in relation to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program and establish how the revenue derived from those payments may be spent in accordance with Chapter 292B of the Texas Health and Safety Code and the Williamson County Health Care Provider Participation Program Rules and Procedures.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

27.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Managed Print and Copier Services under RFP #22RFP85.

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Managed Print and Copier Services under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 22RFP85.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

28.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a policy exception for a new hire for the grant funded Family Recovery Court position reporting to the 395th District Court.

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Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons

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

Motion: To approve a policy exception for a new hire for the grant funded Family Recovery Court position reporting to the 395^th District Court.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

29.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the Williamson County Sheriff requesting the authorization and approval of the Williamson County Sheriff's K9 Unit.

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Those who addressed the Court:
Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason
Sheriff's Chief Deputy Ken Evans

No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:

30.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the termination of the Interlocal agreement between Williamson County (MOT) and the City of Round Rock (Fire stations).

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

Motion: To approve the termination of the Interlocal agreement between Williamson County Mobile Outreach Team (MOT) and the City of Round Rock (Fire stations).

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Termination Letter

31.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 2 in the amount of ($117,101.20) for Project 21IFB15 Thrall (S. Bounds Street) (Chasco Constructors) P: 374 Funding Source: Road Bond.

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 2 for a credit in the amount of $117,101.20 for Project 21IFB15 Thrall (South Bounds Street) (Chasco Constructors) to be credited to Road Bond P-374.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

21IFB15-Thrall-CO#2(Balancing)

32.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of ($3,148.85) for Project 21IFB16 Bartlett (Cotrell Street) (Chasco Constructors) P: 369 Funding Source: Road Bond.

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 for a credit in the amount of $3,148.85 for Project 21IFB16 Bartlett (Cotrell Street) (Chasco Constructors) to be credited to Road Bond P-369.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

21IFB16-Bartlett - CO#1 (Balancing)

33.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $29,487.96 for Project T4327 Great Oaks Drive Bridge at Brushy Creek (DeNucci Constructors) P:270 Funding Source: Road Bond.

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $29,487.96 for Project T4327 Great Oaks Drive Bridge at Brushy Creek (DeNucci Constructors) to be funded by Road Bond P-270.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

T4327-Great Oaks Drive Improvements CO#1

34.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Mario and Rosa Solis for 0.464 acres of right of way needed on the CR 332 project (Parcel 1). Funding Source: Road Bonds P366

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Mario Solis and Rosa Solis for 0.464 acres of the right-of-way needed on the County Road (CR) 332 Project (Parcel 1) to be funded by Road Bonds P-366.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Contract

35.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Djuanus Keith Thomas and Staci Thomas for 0.081 acres of right of way needed on the CR 332 project (Parcel 3). Funding Source: Road Bonds P366

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Djuanus Keith Thomas and Staci Thomas for 0.081 acres of the right-of-way needed on the County Road (CR) 332 Project (Parcel 3) to be funded by Road Bonds P-366.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Contract

36.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Diane Miller O'Rourke and Janet Miller Rode for 0.4898 acres of right of way needed on the CR 245 project (Parcel 9). Funding Source: Road Bonds P353

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Diane Miller O'Rourke and Janet Miller Rode for 0.4898 acres of the right-of-way needed on the County Road (CR) 245 Project (Parcel 9) to be funded by Road Bonds P-353.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Contract

37.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a rule 11 condemnation settlement agreement with Affordable Shops & RV CR 119, Inc. for 0.458 acres of right of way needed on the CR 100/CR 118 project (Parcel 1). Funding Source: LRTP P457

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

Motion: To approve a Rule 11 Condemnation Settlement Agreement with Affordable Shops & RV CR 119, Inc. for 0.458 acres of the right-of-way needed on the County Road (CR) 100/County Road (CR) 118 Project (Parcel 1) to be funded by Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) P-457.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Agreement

38.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Order Regarding Annexation By City of Round Rock, Texas of A Portion of CR 110 right of way.

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

Motion: To approve an Order Regarding Annexation By City of Round Rock, Texas of A Portion of County Road (CR) 110 right-of-way.

Aye:: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Order

39.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (1.329 acres) required for the construction of Liberty Hill Bypass, and take appropriate action. (Christina Helms- Executor of the estate of James W. Forbes- deceased/ Parcel 3). Funding Source: Road Bonds P346

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

Motion: To approve a Resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (1.329 acres) required for the construction of Liberty Hill Bypass, and take appropriate action (Christina Helms- Executor of the estate of James W. Forbes- deceased/ Parcel 3) 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Resolution

40.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.004, 0.039 and 0.057 acres) required for the construction of Liberty Hill Bypass, and take appropriate action. (Michael Forbes Harlow, Linda Lunsford Harlow, Jeremiah Forbes Harlow and Crystal Eastham Harlow/ Parcel 5 Parts 1-3) Funding Source: Road Bonds P346

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

Motion: To approve a Resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.004, 0.039 and 0.057 acres) required for the construction of Liberty Hill Bypass, and take appropriate action (Michael Forbes Harlow, Linda Lunsford Harlow, Jeremiah Forbes Harlow and Crystal Eastham Harlow/ Parcel 5 Parts 1-3) 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Resolution

41.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.029 acres) required for the construction of Liberty Hill Bypass, and take appropriate action. (Michael Forbes Harlow and Linda Lunsford Harlow/ Parcel 6) Funding Source: Road Bonds P346

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Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown

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

Motion: To approve a Resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.029 acres) required for the construction of Liberty Hill Bypass, and take appropriate action (Michael Forbes Harlow and Linda Lunsford Harlow/ Parcel 6) 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Resolution

42.

Deliberate, discuss, consider, receive information/situational updates and take any appropriate action on public health and safety related matters, issues, business and concerns resulting from and pertaining to the severe weather event consisting of multiple tornados, high winds and severe thunderstorms experienced in Williamson County, Texas on March 21, 2022.

No action was taken on this item.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:26 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2022.

43.

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.

44.

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.

45.

Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per Section 551.071, Texas Government Code, "Consultation with Attorney"), including the following:

a. General:

1. Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
2. Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims
3. Employee/personnel related matters
4. 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.

b. Litigation:

1. 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
2. Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas
3. Civil Action No. 1:20-cv-00842; SonWest Co. v. J. Terron Evertson, in his official capacity as Williamson County Engineer, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
4. 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
5. 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
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. Civil Action No. 1:21-00481-LY; 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. Civil Action 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
14. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas

c. EEOC/TWC matters:

1. EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812 – S.H.
2. EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920 – K.B.
3. EEOC Charge #451-2021-01357 – J.G.
4. EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145 – G.H.
5. EEOC Charge #451-2021-01742 – J.R.

d. Claims:

e. Other:

1. 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.
2. Legal matters pertaining to the Emergency Communications Department.
3. Legal matters pertaining to the GardaWorld contract.

No action was taken in Executive Session.

46.

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.

47.

Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors, employees and/or positions, including but not limited to conducting deliberation and discussion pertaining to annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters).

No action was taken in Executive Session.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:17 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2022.

48.

Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.

No action was taken on this item.

49.

Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.

No action was taken on this item.

50.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other legal matters, including the following:

a. General:

b. Litigation:

c. EEOC/TWC matters:

1. EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812 – S.H.
2. EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920 – K.B.
3. EEOC Charge #451-2021-01357 – J.G.
4. EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145 – G.H.
5. EEOC Charge #451-2021-01742 – J.R.

d. Claims:

e. Other:

No action was taken on this item.

51.

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.

52.

Comments from Commissioners.

There were no comments.

53.

Public Comment Period.

Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:18 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2022.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 5th day of April, 2022.

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

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