MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(
BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:31 A.M. on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2022, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
- Present:
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- 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:
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- 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 2 Cynthia Long
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion: To approve the minutes of the August 30, 2022 meeting.
- Aye:
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County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
2.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,899,384.40 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:
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County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 3 – 13 )
( Items 3 – 13 )
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer from County Courts at Law 4.
Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for County Court at Law 4:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0100-0425-004163 | Non-Custodial / Mother - Court (MOT-CRT) Appointed | $3,000.00 |
| To | 0100-0425-004131 | Family Cases / Court Appointed | $3,000.00 |
- Aye:
-
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for County Courts at Law 4.
Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for County Court at Law 4:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0100-0425-004163 | Non-Custodial / Mother - Court (MOT-CRT) Appointed | $6,000.00 |
| To | 0100-0425-004136 | Court Appointed Mental Health (MH) Cases | $6,000.00 |
- 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
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Constable Pct. 4.
Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion: To approve the line item transfers for Constable Precinct 4:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0100.0554.003003 | Radio Equipment < $5,000.00 | $1,094.30 |
| From | 0100.0554.003900 | Membership Dues | $1,825.00 |
| From | 0100.0554.003901 | Publications / Books | $1,748.00 |
| To | 0100.0554.003008 | Law Enforcement Equipment | $4,667.30 |
- 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
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Parks Department.
Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Parks Department:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0100-0510-004505 | Software Maintenance | $10,000.00 |
| To | 0100-0510-004100 | Professional Services | $10,000.00 |
- 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
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Regional Animal Shelter Fund.
This item was pulled from the agenda.
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Regional Animal Shelter Fund.
Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion: To approve the line item transfers for the Regional Animal Shelter Fund:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0545.0545.004968 | Animal Care | $3,500.00 |
| To | 0545.0545.004975 | Animal Medical Care | $3,500.00 |
| From | 0545.0545.004968 | Animal Care | $3,500.00 |
| To | 0545.0545.003200 | Medical Supplies | $3,500.00 |
- 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
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Technology Services.
Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Information Technology Department:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0100.0503.003011 | Computer Software < $5,000.00 | $4,000.00 |
| To | 0100.0503.004544 | Repairs to Office Equipment | $4,000.00 |
- Aye:
-
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 08/26/2022 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through August 26, 2022 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152, for the period of 08/01/2022 through 08/31/2022.
Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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 August 1, 2022 through August 31, 2022.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152, for the period of 08/01/2022 through 08/31/2022.
Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion: To acknowledge the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152, for the period of August 1, 2022 through August 31, 2022.
- 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 acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152, for the period of 08/01/2022 through 08/31/2022.
Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
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 August 1, 2022 through August 31, 2022.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
REGULAR AGENDA
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0546.0546.004999 | Miscellaneous Expense | $12,675.00 |
- 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
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Debt Service Fund.
Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion: To approve the line item transfers for the Debt Service Fund:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | 0600.0600.006901 | Debt Defeasance | $24,996,655.97 |
| To | 0600.0600.004098 | Payment to Refunding Escrow Agent | $24,978,836.97 |
| To | 0600.0600.004099 | Bond Issuance Costs | $17,819.00 |
- 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
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstance to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the General Fund.
Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0100.0000.364100 | Insurance Proceeds | $93,556.53 |
- 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
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Information Technology Department.
Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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 Information Technology Department:
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0100.0503.004100 | Professional Services | $93,556.53 |
- 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
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the Williamson County Self-Funded Benefit Plan, continued Opt-Out Election for Self-Funded, Non-Federal Governmental Plans and plan coverage update regarding Mental Health and Behavioral Health for Applied Behavioral Analysis.
Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion: To approve the Williamson County Self-Funded Benefit Plan, continued Opt-Out Election for Self-Funded, Non-Federal Governmental Plans and plan coverage update regarding Mental Health and Behavioral Health for Applied Behavioral Analysis.
- 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
NO EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS HELD ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2022.
19.
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 332
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 Bud Stockton Extension.
g) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 305/307.
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 right-of-way for Hero Way.
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 right of way for Corridor E.
v) Discuss acquisition of right of way for County Road 245.
w) Discuss acquisition of right of way for CR 401/404.
x) Discuss acquisition of right of way for Liberty Hill Bypass.
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.
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 332
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 Bud Stockton Extension.
g) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 305/307.
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 right-of-way for Hero Way.
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 right of way for Corridor E.
v) Discuss acquisition of right of way for County Road 245.
w) Discuss acquisition of right of way for CR 401/404.
x) Discuss acquisition of right of way for Liberty Hill Bypass.
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.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
20.
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
h) Project Crystal Lagoon
i) Project Phantom
j) Project World
k) Project Mellencamp
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
h) Project Crystal Lagoon
i) Project Phantom
j) Project World
k) Project Mellencamp
No action was taken in Executive Session.
21.
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:
d. Claims:
e. Other:
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:
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.
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; 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. Cause No. 2022CI0574; Chris Noel Carlin v. Jacquelyn F. Callanen, et al.; 408th District Court, Bexar County, Texas
14. Civil Action No. 1:22-cv-00254-RP; Rodney A. Hurdsman, #0217082 v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
15. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-002186; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney’s Office Victim Service’s Division; 98th Judicial District Court, Travis County, Texas
16. Cause No. 22-0826-C368; Doyle “Dee” Hobbs, Jr., in his official capacity as Williamson County Attorney, v. AHFC Pecan Park PSH Non-Profit Corporation; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
17. Civil Action No. 4-22CV-576-P; Kyle Strongin et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
18. Cause No. 22-1152-C425; Catherine Johnston v. Chris Davis et al.; 425 Judicial District Court, Williamson County, Texas
19. Cause No. 22-1213; Williamson County v. Ritter Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Argonaut Insurance Company; In the 425 Judicial District of Williamson County, Texas
20. Cause No. 22-1359-C368; Williamson County v. Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc., and Great American Insurance Company Of New York; In the 368th Judicial Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Cause No. 3SC-22-0147; Debora Garcia-Valentin and Ariel Valentin vs. Williamson County Animal Shelter; In the Justice Court Precinct Three of Williamson County, Texas
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; 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. Cause No. 2022CI0574; Chris Noel Carlin v. Jacquelyn F. Callanen, et al.; 408th District Court, Bexar County, Texas
14. Civil Action No. 1:22-cv-00254-RP; Rodney A. Hurdsman, #0217082 v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
15. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-002186; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney’s Office Victim Service’s Division; 98th Judicial District Court, Travis County, Texas
16. Cause No. 22-0826-C368; Doyle “Dee” Hobbs, Jr., in his official capacity as Williamson County Attorney, v. AHFC Pecan Park PSH Non-Profit Corporation; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
17. Civil Action No. 4-22CV-576-P; Kyle Strongin et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
18. Cause No. 22-1152-C425; Catherine Johnston v. Chris Davis et al.; 425 Judicial District Court, Williamson County, Texas
19. Cause No. 22-1213; Williamson County v. Ritter Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Argonaut Insurance Company; In the 425 Judicial District of Williamson County, Texas
20. Cause No. 22-1359-C368; Williamson County v. Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc., and Great American Insurance Company Of New York; In the 368th Judicial Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Cause No. 3SC-22-0147; Debora Garcia-Valentin and Ariel Valentin vs. Williamson County Animal Shelter; In the Justice Court Precinct Three of Williamson County, Texas
c. EEOC/TWC matters:
1. Legal matters pertaining to the Emergency Communications Department.
2. Legal matters pertaining to the GardaWorld contract.
3. Legal matters pertaining to Solara at Highland Horizon Condominium Project.
4. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
5. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
6. Legal matters relating to Application of Bryan I. Klepzig for a new Municipal Solid Waste Registration Compost Facility in Williamson County, Texas; Proposed Registration No. 42045.
7. Legal matters pertaining to vendor disqualification in relation to county purchasing solicitations.
2. Legal matters pertaining to the GardaWorld contract.
3. Legal matters pertaining to Solara at Highland Horizon Condominium Project.
4. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
5. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
6. Legal matters relating to Application of Bryan I. Klepzig for a new Municipal Solid Waste Registration Compost Facility in Williamson County, Texas; Proposed Registration No. 42045.
7. Legal matters pertaining to vendor disqualification in relation to county purchasing solicitations.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
22.
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.
23.
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.
24.
Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices; or security audits in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center/Williamson County Courthouse (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).
No action was taken in Executive Session.
NO EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS HELD ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2022.
25.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
26.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other legal matters, including the following:
a. General:
d. Claims:
e. Other:
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:
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.
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; 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. Cause No. 2022CI0574; Chris Noel Carlin v. Jacquelyn F. Callanen, et al.; 408th District Court, Bexar County, Texas
14. Civil Action No. 1:22-cv-00254-RP; Rodney A. Hurdsman, #0217082 v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
15. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-002186; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney’s Office Victim Service’s Division; 98th Judicial District Court, Travis County, Texas
16. Cause No. 22-0826-C368; Doyle “Dee” Hobbs, Jr., in his official capacity as Williamson County Attorney, v. AHFC Pecan Park PSH Non-Profit Corporation; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
17. Civil Action No. 4-22CV-576-P; Kyle Strongin et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
18. Cause No. 22-1152-C425; Catherine Johnston v. Chris Davis et al.; 425 Judicial District Court, Williamson County, Texas
19. Cause No. 22-1213; Williamson County v. Ritter Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Argonaut Insurance Company; In the 425 Judicial District of Williamson County, Texas
20. Cause No. 22-1359-C368; Williamson County v. Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc., and Great American Insurance Company Of New York; In the 368th Judicial Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Cause No. 3SC-22-0147; Debora Garcia-Valentin and Ariel Valentin vs. Williamson County Animal Shelter; In the Justice Court Precinct Three of Williamson County, Texas
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; 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. Cause No. 2022CI0574; Chris Noel Carlin v. Jacquelyn F. Callanen, et al.; 408th District Court, Bexar County, Texas
14. Civil Action No. 1:22-cv-00254-RP; Rodney A. Hurdsman, #0217082 v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
15. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-002186; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney’s Office Victim Service’s Division; 98th Judicial District Court, Travis County, Texas
16. Cause No. 22-0826-C368; Doyle “Dee” Hobbs, Jr., in his official capacity as Williamson County Attorney, v. AHFC Pecan Park PSH Non-Profit Corporation; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
17. Civil Action No. 4-22CV-576-P; Kyle Strongin et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
18. Cause No. 22-1152-C425; Catherine Johnston v. Chris Davis et al.; 425 Judicial District Court, Williamson County, Texas
19. Cause No. 22-1213; Williamson County v. Ritter Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Argonaut Insurance Company; In the 425 Judicial District of Williamson County, Texas
20. Cause No. 22-1359-C368; Williamson County v. Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc., and Great American Insurance Company Of New York; In the 368th Judicial Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Cause No. 3SC-22-0147; Debora Garcia-Valentin and Ariel Valentin vs. Williamson County Animal Shelter; In the Justice Court Precinct Three of Williamson County, Texas
c. EEOC/TWC matters:
1. Legal matters pertaining to the Emergency Communications Department.
2. Legal matters pertaining to the GardaWorld contract.
3. Legal matters pertaining to Solara at Highland Horizon Condominium Project.
4. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
5. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
6. Legal matters relating to Application of Bryan I. Klepzig for a new Municipal Solid Waste Registration Compost Facility in Williamson County, Texas; Proposed Registration No. 42045.
7. Legal matters pertaining to vendor disqualification in relation to county purchasing solicitations.
2. Legal matters pertaining to the GardaWorld contract.
3. Legal matters pertaining to Solara at Highland Horizon Condominium Project.
4. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
5. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
6. Legal matters relating to Application of Bryan I. Klepzig for a new Municipal Solid Waste Registration Compost Facility in Williamson County, Texas; Proposed Registration No. 42045.
7. Legal matters pertaining to vendor disqualification in relation to county purchasing solicitations.
No action was taken on this item.
28.
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.
29.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
30.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Berry Savard of Hutto
Berry Savard of Hutto
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 9:35 A.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2022.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 13th day of September, 2022.
ATTEST: Nancy E. Rister, Clerk of Commissioners Court, Williamson County, Texas
By: Amanda Brown, Deputy/Executive Assistant to County Clerk
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 13th day of September, 2022.
ATTEST: Nancy E. Rister, Clerk of Commissioners Court, Williamson County, Texas
By: Amanda Brown, Deputy/Executive Assistant to County Clerk