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Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

 
MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
SEPTEMBER 20, 2022


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:31 A.M. on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2022, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
  • Amanda Brown, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the minutes of the September 13, 2022 meeting.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
2.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.  County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained in regard to payment to invoices for James Construction (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $9,577,564.22 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
 
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 – 29 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer from Non-Departmental to Indigent Burials.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer from Non-Departmental to Indigent Burials:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non-Departmental $800.00
To 0100-0640-004951 Indigent Burials $800.00

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 Constable Pct. 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve the line item transfers for Constable Precinct 4:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0554-003006 Office Equipment < $5,000.00 $3,240.43
From 0100-0554-003120 Printer Supplies $1,109.55
From 0100-0554-003010 Computer Equipment < $5,000.00 $2,240.00
To 0100-0554-004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance $6,589.98

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 the County Attorney's Office.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0475.003901 Publications/Books/Periodicals $653.28
To 0100.0475.004932 Trial Expenses $653.28

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 Human Resources. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Human Resources:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0402.004100 Professional Services $998.78
To 0100.0402.004311 Advertising $998.78

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 approving a line item transfer for EMS.
 

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

Motion: To approve the line item transfers for Emergency Medical Services (EMS):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-003010 Computer Equipment <$5,000.00 $2,000.00
From 0100-0540-003311 Uniforms $3,000.00
From 0100-0540-004101 Collection Fees $10,000.00
From 0100-0540-004410 Bond Premiums $1,500.00
From 0100-0540-005700 Vehicles > $5,000.00 $10,500.00
To 0100-0540-004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance $27,000.00

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
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for 911 Communications.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for 911 Communications:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0581-004541 Vehicle Maintenance $2,000.00
To 0100-0581-003301 Fuel $2,000.00

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
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line-item transfer for the Corrections Department.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line-item transfer for the Corrections Department:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0570.004208 Internet Cloud $20,000.00
To 0100.0570.003316 Medical/Hospital $20,000.00

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 a line item transfer for Facilities.
 

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

Motion: To approve the line item transfers for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0509.004100 Professional Services $10,000.00
To 0100.0509.004621 Copier Rental/Lease $3,500.00
To 0100.0509.004510 Facility Maintenance & Repair $6,500.00

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
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for On Site Sewage Facilities.
 

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

Motion: To approve the line item transfers for On Site Sewage Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0661.003311 Uniforms $448.65
From 0100.0661.004212 Postage $816.07
From 0100.0661.004210 Internet/Email Services $735.28
To 0100.0661.003301 Gasoline $2,000.00

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
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 09/13/22 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 

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

Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through September 13, 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
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of August 2022 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 

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

Motion: To approve property tax collections for the month of August 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
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, August 2022 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
 

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

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 August 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:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the engagement of the law firm of Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons LLP to represent Mark Luera, a former employee of the Williamson County Sheriff's Office, in relation to Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00374-RP; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division; and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Texas Local Government Code § 262.024(a)(4).
 

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

Motion: To engage the law firm of Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons LLP to represent Mark Luera, a former employee of the Williamson County Sheriff's Office, in relation to Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00374-RP; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division; and exempt these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(4).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the engagement of the law firm of Wright & Greenhill, P.C. to represent Christopher Pisa, an employee of the Williamson County Sheriff's Office, in relation to Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350-RP; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division; and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Texas Local Government Code § 262.024(a)(4).
 

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

Motion: To engage the law firm of Wright & Greenhill, P.C. to represent Christopher Pisa, an employee of the Williamson County Sheriff's Office, in relation to Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350-RP; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division; and exempt these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(4).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase between Williamson County and Core Office Interiors for the total amount of $24,795.95, pursuant to BuyBoard contract #667-22, and authorizing the execution of the purchase.
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase between the new Williamson County Court at Law 5 and Core Office Interiors, for new office furniture, for the total amount of $24,795.95, pursuant to the BuyBoard Contract #667-22, and authorize the execution of the purchase.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement between Thomson Reuters and/or West Publishing and Williamson County for a Westlaw Proflex Subscription pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-LGL-CALIR-02. The term of this agreement is thirty-six (36) months, with a 1% increase in year two and year three. The monthly charges are as such: Year One-$4,987.75; Year Two-$5,037.63; and Year Three-$5,088.01.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Agreement between Thomson Reuters and/or West Publishing and the Williamson County Attorney's Office for a Westlaw Proflex Subscription pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-LGL-CALIR-02 for (36) months, with a 1% increase in year two and year three. The monthly charges are as such: year one- $4,987.75; year two- $5,037.63; and year three- $5,088.01.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Change Order from Data Projections, Inc. for the Williamson County New Court Room furniture for an increase of $1,280.25, pursuant to TIPS contract #210101, and authorizing the execution of the Change Order. Funding Source is P515.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Change Order from Data Projections, Inc. for the Williamson County new courtroom furniture for an increase of $1,280.25, pursuant to The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Contract # 210101, and authorize the execution of the change order to be funded by P-515.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the quote from Election System and Software, Inc. for Williamson County Election Department to purchase ballots for the total amount of $61,700.00 pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #622-20 and authorizing the execution of the purchase.
Those who addressed the Court:
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Ronda McCauley of Georgetown
 

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

Motion: To approve the Quote from Election System and Software, Inc. for the Williamson County Elections Department to purchase ballots for the total amount of $61,700.00 pursuant to the BuyBoard Contract # 622-20 and authorize the execution of the purchase.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase between Williamson County and Cathedral Corporation for a total amount of $13,550.00, for Postage and Ballot by Mail services for the upcoming November 2022 elections, and authorizing the execution of the purchase.
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase between the Williamson County Elections Department and Cathedral Corporation for a total amount of $13,550.00, for postage and ballot by mail services for the upcoming November 2022 elections, and authorize the execution of the purchase.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on participation by Williamson County Road Bond Program under the County's habitat conservation plan (HCP) for a portion of Corridor H, improvements to Sam Bass Road. 
 

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

Motion: To participate in the County's Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) for the Williamson County Road Bond Program for a portion of Corridor H, improvements to Sam Bass Road.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to accept a donation of 130 cases of bottled water for the Sheriff's Office pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 81.032.
 

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

Motion: To accept a donation of 130 cases of bottled water for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 81.032.

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
 
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Transfer including one (1) Motorola APX 7500 Dual Band - Remote Mount, installed in MB1250, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicle(s) and equipment assets through Transfer including (1) Motorola APX 7500 Dual Band - Remote Mount, installed in MB1250, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on renewal of a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) for the purpose of providing pre-employment psychological screenings related to the potential hiring of new Williamson County Sheriff's Office employees, between Williamson County and Dr. Eugene Waters of AdventHealth - Behavioral Health Center; with a not-to-exceed amount of $10,000 for FY23, and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Local Government Code § 262.024(a)(4) and authorizing the execution of the agreement. 
 

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

Motion: To renew a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) for the purpose of providing pre-employment psychological screenings related to the potential hiring of new Williamson County Sheriff's Office employees, between Williamson County and Dr. Eugene Waters of AdventHealth - Behavioral Health Center; with a not-to-exceed amount of $10,000.00 for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023, and exempt these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(4), and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Agreement for software and support services renewal, including hardware and platform upgrades, between Codex Corporation d/b/a Guardian RFID and Williamson County to support jail management and operations of the Sheriff’s Department, via Buyboard Contract #669-22, in the total amount of $110,213.75. 
 

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

Motion: To approve the Agreement for software and support services renewal, including hardware and platform upgrades, between Codex Corporation, d/b/a Guardian RFID, and the Williamson County Sheriff's Office, to support jail management and operations of the Sheriff’s Department, via the Buyboard Contract # 669-22, in the total amount of $110,213.75.

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 responses for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Williamson County Headquarters Building utilizing the one-step process, under RFP #22RFP148. Funding Source is P577.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the new Williamson County Headquarters Building, utilizing the one-step process, under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 22RFP148 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
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 4 under Williamson County Contract between Diamond Surveying and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for Surveying Services for CR 201 from CR 200 to Approximately 1,100 feet North of Umbrella Sky. This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2022. Funding source: P499.
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 4 under Williamson County contract between Diamond Surveying and the Williamson County Infrastructure Department, dated May 19, 2020 for Surveying Services for County Road (CR) 201 from County Road (CR) 200 to Approximately 1,100 feet North of Umbrella Sky. This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to September 30, 2022 to be funded by P-499

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 approval of the preliminary plat for the Cove subdivision – Precinct 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Cove 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
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 9:44 A.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2022.
 
30.
9:30 AM Hold public hearing on the plan for the funding of the preservation and restoration program of the County Clerk's Records Archive Plan for 2022-2023.
There were no comments.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 9:44 A.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2022.
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the plan for the funding of the preservation and restoration of the County Clerk's Record Archive for FY 2022-2023.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 

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

Motion: To approve the plan for funding of the preservation and restoration of the Williamson County Clerk's Record Archive for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2023.

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
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the following 2022-2023 budgets:

0340 Tobacco Fund
0350 Law Library Fund
0364 Pretrial Intervention Fund
0374 County and District Court Technology Fund
0376 Surplus Elections Contracts Fund
0384 Records Archive Fund - County Clerk
0385 County Clerk Records Fund
0386 Records Management and Preservation Fund - District Clerk
0387 Records Technology Fund - District Clerk
0388 Court Records Preservation Fund
0390 Countywide Records Management and Preservation Fund
0507 Regional Communication System Fund
0545 Regional Animal Shelter Fund
0546 Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund
0882 Fleet Maintenance Fund
 

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

Motion: To approve the following 2022-2023 budgets: 0340 Tobacco Fund, with an amendment to include $54,000.00 for Samaritan Health Ministries; 0350 Law Library Fund; 0364 Pretrial Intervention Fund; 0374 County and District Court Technology Fund; 0376 Surplus Elections Contracts Fund; 0384 Records Archive Fund - County Clerk; 0385 County Clerk Records Fund; 0386 Records Management and Preservation Fund - District Clerk; 0387 Records Technology Fund - District Clerk; 0388 Court Records Preservation Fund; 0390 Countywide Records Management and Preservation Fund; 0507 Regional Communication System Fund; 0545 Regional Animal Shelter Fund; 0546 Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund; 0882 Fleet Maintenance Fund.

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
 
33.
Discuss, consider and acknowledge the following 2022-2023 budgets:

0355 Court Reporter Service Fund
0360 Courthouse Security Fund
0361 Justice of the Peace Security Fund
0367 Justice of the Peace, Precinct #3 Truancy Program
0368 Justice of the Peace, Precinct #2 Truancy Program
0369 Justice of the Peace, Precinct #4 Truancy Program
0370 Alternate Dispute Fund
0372 Justice of the Peace, Technology Fund
0373 Justice of the Peace, Precinct #1 Truancy Program
0380 Judicial Education Probate Court Fund

 
 

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

Motion: To approve the following 2022-2023 budgets: 0355 Court Reporter Service Fund; 0360 Courthouse Security Fund; 0361 Justice of the Peace Security Fund; 0367 Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Truancy Program; 0368 Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Truancy Program; 0369 Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 Truancy Program; 0370 Alternate Dispute Fund; 0372 Justice of the Peace Technology Fund; 0373 Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 Truancy Program; 0380 Judicial Education Probate Court Fund.

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
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Resolution Authorizing County Grant in relation to the Texas Department of Agriculture Texans Feeding Texans: Home Delivered Meal Grant Program.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Resolution Authorizing a County Grant in relation to the Texas Department of Agriculture Texans Feeding Texans: Home Delivered Meal Grant Program.

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:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a subrecipient grant agreement between Williamson County and Brushy Creek Regional Utility Authority for Infrastructure improvements to the Underwater Pipeline Replacement Project serving the community for reimbursement under The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Brushy Creek Regional Utility Authority General Manager Karen Bondy
 

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

Motion: To approve a Sub-recipient Grant Agreement Between Williamson County and Brushy Creek Regional Utility Authority for infrastructure improvements to the Underwater Pipeline Replacement Project serving the community for reimbursement under The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

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
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a subrecipient grant agreement between Williamson County and City of Round Rock for Infrastructure improvements to the Regional Water Supply Segment A Project serving the community for reimbursement under The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
Those who addressed the Court:
First Assistant County Auditory Julie Kiley
City of Round Rock Director of Utilities Michael Thane
 

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

Motion: To approve a Sub-recipient Grant Agreement Between Williamson County and City of Round Rock for infrastructure improvements to the Regional Water Supply Segment A Project serving the community for reimbursement under The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

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
 
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #22IFB137, EMS Medical Supplies, split on a per item basis, to eight (8) responsive bidders: Bound Tree Medical, LLC; Henry Schein, Inc; Life-Assist, Inc; Medline Industries, Inc; QuadMed, Inc; Southern Safety Sales; Stryker; and Texas Medical Technology, LLC.
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 22IFB137, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Medical Supplies, split on a per item basis, to (8) responsive bidders: Bound Tree Medical, LLC; Henry Schein, Inc; Life-Assist, Inc; Medline Industries, Inc; QuadMed, Inc; Southern Safety Sales; Stryker; and Texas Medical Technology, LLC.

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
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with the Ranch at Cypress Creek Municipal Utility District #1 for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2022.
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge receipt of and approve the Standard Agreement with the Ranch at Cypress Creek Municipal Utility District #1 for off duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective October 1, 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
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Celebration Church for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2022 (Traffic control and security during various church services).
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge receipt of and approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Celebration Church for off duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective October 1, 2022 (Traffic control and security during various church services).

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:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Eye Productions, Inc. for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2022 (Traffic Control/Safety while filming in Williamson County).
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge receipt of and approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Eye Productions, Inc. for off duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective October 1, 2022 (Traffic Control/Safety while filming in Williamson County).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Grace Bible Church for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2022 (Security for Sunday morning services at church in Georgetown).
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge receipt of and approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Grace Bible Church for off duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective October 1, 2022 (Security for Sunday morning services at church in Georgetown).

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:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Lakeline Mall for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2022. (Exterior security around the mall).
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge receipt of and approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Lakeline Mall for off duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective October 1, 2022 (Exterior security around the mall).

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:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Orenda Education for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2022 (Security/Traffic control of campus at Gateway College Prep School).
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge receipt of and approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Orenda Education for off duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective October 1, 2022 (Security/Traffic control of campus at Gateway College Prep School).

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:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Sonterra West HOA for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2022 (Jarrell).
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge receipt of and approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Sonterra West Homeowners Association (HOA) for off duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective October 1, 2022 (Jarrell).

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:
 
45.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #22IFB130 Williamson County Fleet Vehicles to the lowest and best bidder, Caldwell Country Chevrolet - Ford for twenty-nine (29) vehicles, for a total amount of $1,724,372.00.
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 22IFB130 Williamson County Fleet Vehicles to the lowest and best bidder, Caldwell Country Chevrolet - Ford for (29) vehicles, for a total amount of $1,724,372.00.

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
 
46.
Receive the September 2022 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
No action was taken on this item.
 
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #22IFB138 CR 366 to the lowest and best bidder, James Construction Group, LLC, in the amount of $17,694,262.46 and authorizing the execution of the agreement. Funding Source is P296.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 22IFB138 County Road (CR) 366 to the lowest and best bidder, James Construction Group, LLC, in the amount of $17,694,262.46 and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by P-296.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Abstain)
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 2 in the amount of ($22,591.30) for Project 22IFB67 Davilla Street Culvert Replacement (Chasco Constructors) P: 486 Funding Source: Road Bond.
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 2 for a credit in the amount of $22,591.30 for Project 22IFB67 Davilla Street Culvert Replacement (Chasco Constructors) to be credited to Road Bond P-486.

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
 
49.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $414,400.00 for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 Reconstruction (James Construction) P: 390c Funding Source: Road Bond.
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $414,400.00 for Project 22IFB57 County Road (CR) 401 Reconstruction (James Construction) to be funded by Road Bond P-390c.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Abstain)
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 1 to the RM 620/SH 45 Intersection to McNeil Road contract between Williamson County and HDR Engineering, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program.
Project: P338   Fund Source: Road Bonds
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Ranch to Market (RM) 620/State Highway (SH) 45 Intersection to McNeil Road Contract between Williamson County and HDR Engineering, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program to be funded by Road Bonds P-338.

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
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a consent to assignment with Titan Gateway35, LLC and Property Reserve Inc. regarding the addition of a new assignee to a Tax Abatement Agreement that was approved by Commissioners Court on 2/22/22. 
 

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

Motion: To approve a Consent to Assignment with Titan Gateway35, LLC and Property Reserve Inc. regarding the addition of a new assignee to a Tax Abatement Agreement that was approved by Commissioners Court on February 22, 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
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with Bigsky Capital, LTD, Clarendor Capital, LTD and Sparrow Fields Properties, LTD. for 26.005 acres needed as right of way on the SE Loop Segment 2 project (Parcel 47). Funding Source: TANS 588
 

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

Motion: To execute a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with Bigsky Capital, LTD, Clarendor Capital, LTD and Sparrow Fields Properties, LTD., for 26.005 acres needed as the right-of-way on the Southeast (SE) Loop Segment 2 Project (Parcel 47) to be funded by Tax Anticipation Notes (TANS) P-588.

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:
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with Mary Annette Hawthorne for 5.836 AC needed for right of way and 23,181 SF needed as a temporary construction easement on the Bud Stockton Extension project (Parcel 4). Funding Source: Road Bonds P307
 

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

Motion: To approve a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with Mary Annette Hawthorne for 5.836 acres (AC) needed for the right-of-way and 23,181 square foot (SF) needed as a temporary construction easement on the Bud Stockton Extension Project (Parcel 4) to be funded by Road Bonds P-307.

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:
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the county judge to execute a Possession and Use Agreement with Mark S. Krueger and Central Southwest Texas Development, LLC for 12.06 AC of right of way and 0.27 AC for a drainage easement needed on the SE Loop Segment 2 project (Parcel 37). Funding Source: TANS P588
 

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

Motion: To execute a Possession and Use Agreement with Mark S. Krueger and Central Southwest Texas Development, LLC for 12.06 acres (AC) of the right-of-way and 0.27 acres (AC) for a drainage easement needed on the Southeast (SE) Loop Segment 2 Project (Parcel 37) to be funded by Tax Anticipation Notes (TANS) P-588.

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:
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the county Judge to execute an Amendment to Pass Through Agreement for Payment of Pass-Through Tolls by the Department with the Texas Department of Transportation terminating the original agreement to reimburse costs to construct improvements on FM 1660 (CR 134 to CR 101). 
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 

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

Motion: To execute an Amendment to Pass Through Agreement for Payment of Pass-Through Tolls by the Department with the Texas Department of Transportation terminating the original agreement to reimburse costs to construct improvements on Farm to Market (FM) 1660 (County Road (CR) 134 to County Road (CR) 101).

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:
 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution authorizing the county Judge to execute an amendment terminating The Pass Through Agreement for payment of Pass Through Tolls with TXDOT regarding reimbursement costs to construct FM 1660. 
 

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

Motion: To execute an Amendment terminating The Pass Through Agreement for payment of Pass Through Tolls with the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) regarding reimbursement costs to construct Farm to Market (FM) 1660.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED AT 10:20 A.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2022.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED AT 10:28 A.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2022.
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the projects and budgets for the 2018,2019,2020,2021, 2022 and 2023 Capital Improvement Programs; 2015 Certificate of Obligation, Long Range Transportation (LTP) and the 2021 Tax Anticipation Note.
Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Facilities Dale Butler
Senior Director of Parks and Venues Russell Fishbeck
Chief Information Officer Richard Semple
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 
 

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

Motion: To set aside $4,000,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds for Project 0233 - Public Safety Software Enhancement/Replacement.

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

 

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

Motion: To approve $65,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds for Project 4031 - Sheriff's Office Front Reception Windows - Warrants and to approve $65,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds for Project 4030 - Sheriff's Office Reception Windows - Data (priorities 1 & 2).

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

Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Facilities Dale Butler
Director of Emergency Medical Services Mike Knipstein
 

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

Motion: To approve $1,600,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds for Project 0120 - Medic42 (M42) Taylor Ambulance Station (move out of flood plain).

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

Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director Facilities Dale Butler
 

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

Motion: To approve $1,500,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds for Project P-559 - Park Bond funding shortfall - Berry Springs, and to approve $1,200,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds for Project P-572 - Sheriff's Office - Gym Improved Air Quality.

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

 

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

Motion: To approve $920,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds for Project 4115 - Fleet Shop Addition.

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

 

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

Motion: To set aside, but not spend, $325,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds for Project 4097 - Demolition (Demo) of North Addition Structure at Historic Jail.

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

Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Facilities Dale Butler
 

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

Motion: To approve $775,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds for Project 4118 - Jester Annex Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) System Design and Install.

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

Those who addressed the Court:
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
Senior Director of Facilities Dale Butler
 

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

Motion: To approve $30,000.00 in Certificates of Obligation (CO) funds and $150,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds for Project 4119 - Juvenile Justice Center Shower Renovation.

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

 

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

Motion: To approve $150,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds for Project 4092 - Jail - North and South Docking Stations for Generators, and to approve $445,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds for Project 1001 - Emergency Services Operations Center (ESOC) Data Center CRAC Unit Design and Install.

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

Those who addressed the Court:
Chief Information Officer Richard Semple
 

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

Motion: To approve $750,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds for Project 0198 - Emergency Services Operation Center (ESOC) Audio-Visual Repair and Enhancements.

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

 

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

Motion: To approve priority items 2-7B (priority item 2 - Project 0395 - Regional Park renovate Restroom Building for $120,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds; priority item 3 - Project 0398A - Parks Light-Structure System Retrofit - Energy Upgrade: Fields 6-9 for $460,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds; priority item 4 - Project 0398C - Parks Light-Structure System Retrofit - Energy Upgrade: Tennis Courts for $200,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds; priority item 5 - Project 0398B - Parks Light-Structure System Retrofit - Energy Upgrade: Softball Fields for $335,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds; priority item 6 - Project 0398D - Parks Light-Structure System Retrofit - Energy Upgrade: Basketball Courts for $90,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds; priority item 7A - Project 0393 - Regional Park - 400 Meter Track Repairs for $330,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds; and priority item 7B - Project 3000 - Regional Park - Stadium Field (Field #6) - Convert grass surface to synthetic turf for $2,000,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds) for Parks.

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

 

Motion: To set aside $1,000,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds for improvements for the Exposition (Expo) 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
Motion withdrawn by Commissioner Boles.

 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To set aside $800,000.00 in Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds for improvements to the Exposition (Expo) 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
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:15 A.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2022.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:17 A.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2022.
 
NO EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS HELD ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2022.
 
58.
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.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
59.
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

 
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
60.
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; 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:
d. Claims:
e. Other:
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.
8. Legal matters pertaining to DM Medial Billings, LLC
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
61.
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.
 
62.
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.
 
63.
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 20, 2022.
 
64.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to correct the minutes for Item No. 41 of the Regular Session of the Williamson County Commissioners Court on Tuesday, August 30, 2022 to reflect the motion as it was read aloud and adopted by a record vote, which was as follows:  To include a record vote and adopt a Tax Rate of $0.375608, which is effectively a 10.06% increase in the Tax Rate; being comprised of the following rates: a Maintenance and Operations Fund Tax Rate of 20.4216 cents per $100.00 of valuation; a Debt Service Fund Tax Rate of 13.39 cents per $100.00 of valuation; and a Road and Bridge Fund Tax Rate of 3.7492 cents per $100.00 of valuation. 
 

 
 

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

Motion: To correct the minutes for item No. 41 of the Regular Session of the Williamson County Commissioners Court on Tuesday, August 30, 2022 to reflect the motion as it was read aloud and adopted by a record vote, which was as follows: To include a record vote and adopt a Tax Rate of $0.375608, which is effectively a 10.06% increase in the Tax Rate; being comprised of the following rates: a Maintenance and Operations Fund Tax Rate of 20.4216 cents per $100.00 of valuation; a Debt Service Fund Tax Rate of 13.39 cents per $100.00 of valuation; and a Road and Bridge Fund Tax Rate of 3.7492 cents per $100.00 of valuation.

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
 
65.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
66.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
67.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other legal matters, 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; 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:
d. Claims:
e. Other:
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.
8. Legal matters pertaining to DM Medial Billings, LLC
No action was taken on this item.
 
68.
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.
 
69.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
 
70.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:20 A.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2022.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 27th day of September, 2022.


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

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