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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
OCTOBER 11, 2022


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:31 A.M. on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 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 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the minutes of the October 4, 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.
Assistant Financial Director Pam Navarrette 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 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $5,003,134.97 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 3 – 19 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Magistrate's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the line item transfers for the Magistrate's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0409.001100 Non-Departmental F/T Salaries $13,968.08
From 0100.0409.002010 Non-Departmental FICA $1,068.56
From 0100.0409.002020 Non-Departmental Retirement $2,260.04
To 0100.0477.001100 Magistrate Office F/T Salaries $13,968.08
To 0100.0477.002010 Magistrate Office FICA $1,068.56
To 0100.0477.002020 Magistrate Office Retirement $2,260.04

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 the Commissioner Precinct #4 Office.
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This item was move to the regular agenda where action was taken.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non-Departmental Contingencies $4,306.00
To 0100-0214-001107 Commissioner Precinct 4 Temporary Labor $4,000.00
To 0100-0214-002010 Commissioner Precinct 4 FICA $306.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Nay:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Constable Pct. 1.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the line item transfers for Constable Precinct 1:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0551.003003 Constable Precinct 1 Radio Equipment $444.06
From 0100.0551.003311 Constable Precinct 1 Uniforms $444.06
From 0100.0551.003900 Constable Precinct 1 Membership Dues $444.06
To 0100.0551.001114 Constable Precinct 1 Certifications $1,080.00
To 0100.0551.002010 Constable Precinct 1 FICA $82.62
To 0100.0551.002020 Constable Precinct 1 Retirement $169.56

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0509.004509 Facility Enhancements $22,634.34
To 0100.0509.003005 Furniture $22,634.34

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 to approve waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.

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:
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, September 2022 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 September 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:
 
9.
Acknowledge and enter into the official minutes the hiring of employees from newly Appointed Officials of Williamson County.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To acknowledge and enter into the official minutes the hiring of employees from newly Appointed Officials of 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:
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Electronic Payment Processing for Williamson County Treasurer under RFP #22RFP150.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Electronic Payment Processing for Williamson County Treasurer under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 22RFP150.

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 approving the Change Order from Data Projections, Inc. for the Williamson County New AG Court Room furniture for a decrease of ($7,267.94), pursuant to TIPS contract #210101, and authorizing the execution of the Change Order. Funding Source is P515.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the Change Order from Data Projections, Inc. for the Williamson County new Attorney General Court Room furniture for a decrease of $7,267.94, 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
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the services contract #202318 between Williamson County and Randal’s Tower Tech, Inc. to provide tower climbers for as-needed repair/maintenance services to support the operations of Williamson County Wireless Communications, in the not-to-exceed amount of $25,000.00, and authorizing execution of the contract.
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13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for the Commercial Lease of 1401 US Hwy 183, Leander, TX, under RFP #23RFP2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for the Commercial Lease of 1401 US Highway (Hwy) 183, Leander, Texas, under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 23RFP2.

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 on approving the quote between Williamson County and Cellebrite, Inc. for training for the total amount of $3,850.00, and authorizing the execution of the quote.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the quote between the Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Cellebrite, Inc. for training for the total amount of $3,850.00, and authorize the execution of the quote.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Addendum between Williamson County and McKesson Medical-Surgical for the purchase of medical equipment for the total amount of $3,078.97, and authorize the execution of the addendum.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the Addendum between the Williamson County Sheriff's Office and McKesson Medical-Surgical for the purchase of medical equipment for the total amount of $3,078.97, and authorize the execution of the addendum.

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:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the First Amended and Restated Contract for General Construction between Williamson County and J.T. Vaughn Construction, LLC for the Jail Magistrate Court, Elevator Addition and Chiller Addition (P540) that said firm is providing pursuant to the original Agreement for General Construction dated effectively on August 31, 2021.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the First Amended and Restated Contract for General Construction between Williamson County Facilities Management and J.T. Vaughn Construction, LLC for the Jail Magistrate Court, Elevator Addition and Chiller Addition (P540) that said firm is providing pursuant to the original Agreement for General Construction dated effectively on August 31, 2021.

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:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Services Contract #202321 between Williamson County and ADT Commercial LLC to provide Security Alarm Monitoring Services to multiple buildings in the not-to-exceed amount of $15,000 per fiscal year for a 3-year term utilizing the cooperative contract with Omnia Partners #R220701 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the Services Contract # 202321 between Williamson County Facilities Management and ADT Commercial, LLC to provide Security Alarm Monitoring Services to multiple buildings in the not-to-exceed amount of $15,000.00 per fiscal year, for a 3-year term, utilizing the cooperative contract with Omnia Partners # R220701 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
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids under IFB #23IFB1 Metal Beam Guard Fence (MBGF) In Place for Road and Bridge Department.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 23IFB1 Metal Beam Guard Fence (MBGF) In Place for the Road and Bridge Department.

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 approval of the preliminary plat for the Overlook at Weir subdivision – Precinct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Overlook at Weir subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the Official Oath of Office for the newly Appointed Officials of Williamson County, Texas. 
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21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the County Attorney's Office. 
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

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 County Attorney's Office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.335601 County Attorney Salary Supplement $84,000.00

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
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge expenditures for the County Attorney's Office.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0475.001927 County Attorney Legislative Supplement $48,502.51
0100.0475.002010 FICA $3,710.44
0100.0475.002020 Texas County and District Retirement System $7,599.37
0100.0475.004902 County Attorney Legislative Supplement $24,187.68

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 approve a subrecipient grant agreement between Williamson County and City of Bartlett for the Clark Street Lift Station Project serving the community for reimbursement under The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
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Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Bartlett City Mayor Chad Mees
Bartlett City Mayor Pro Tem Philip Weaver
Bartlett City Administrator Joseph Resendez
 

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

Motion: To approve a Subrecipient Grant Agreement between Williamson County and City of Bartlett for the Clark Street Lift Station 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
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of Teammate Analytics annual software maintenance contract #202323 in the amount of $18,481.20, and exempting Wolters Kluwer Financial Services, Inc. from competitive bidding requirements per Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(7)(D) captive replacement parts or components for equipment.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the purchase of Teammate Analytics annual software maintenance contract # 202323 in the amount of $18,481.20, and exempt Wolters Kluwer Financial Services, Inc. from competitive bidding requirements per Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(7)(D) captive replacement parts or components for equipment.

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:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action for approving the termination of the 2022-2023 Texas Veterans Court Grant from the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans Assistance and Williamson County. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To terminate the 2022-2023 Texas Veterans Court Grant from the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans Assistance and 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:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a request to apply for grant funding through the Texas Veterans Commission for support of the Williamson County Veterans Treatment Court.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To apply for grant funding through the Texas Veterans Commission for support of the Williamson County Veterans Treatment Court.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on FY23 Transformative Justice Program Grant Resolution.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 Transformative Justice Program Grant Resolution for Williamson County Juvenile 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:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a blanket purchase order for fuel to Fuelman Fuel Cards in the amount of $190,000.00 pursuant to Omnia Partners contract #R211101 valid through 12/31/2024, and authorizing the approval of the purchase.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a blanket purchase order for fuel to Fuelman Fuel Cards in the amount of $190,000.00 pursuant to the Omnia Partners Contract # R211101 valid through December 31, 2024 and authorize the approval 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
 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ #22RFSQ128 Engineering Services - Schematics and Design of CR 255/CR 289 from CR 254 to Ronald Reagan Blvd. to Seiler Lankes Group in the amount of up to $400,000.00 and authorize execution of the agreement. Funding Source is P546.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To award Request for Quote (RFQ) # 22RFSQ128 Engineering Services - Schematics and Design of County Road (CR) 255/County Road (CR) 289 from County Road (CR) 254 to Ronald Reagan Boulevard (Blvd.) to Seiler Lankes Group in the amount of up to $400,000.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by P-546.

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:
 
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Notice of Intent (NOI) for Stormwater Discharge associated with the Construction Activity under TPDES Construction General Permit (TXR150000) for 22IFB139 - FM 3349 at US 79, a Road Bond program in Commissioner Pct. 4 Project: P332 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Notice of Intent (NOI) for Stormwater Discharge associated with the Construction Activity under Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Construction General Permit (TXR150000) for 22IFB139 - Farm to Market (FM) 3349 at U.S. Highway 79, a Road Bond Program in Precinct 4 to be funded by Road Bond P-332.

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:
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Notice of Intent (NOI) for Stormwater Discharge associated with the Construction Activity under TPDES Construction General Permit (TXR150000) for 22IFB141- CR 258 Extension, a Road Bond program in Commissioner Pct. 2 Project: P277 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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32.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Starlight Homes Texas L.L.C. for 2.917 acres of ROW needed on Southeast Loop Segment 2. (Parcel 27 part 2) Funding Source: TANS P588
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Starlight Homes Texas, LLC for 2.917 acres of the right-of-way (ROW) needed on Southeast Loop Segment 2 (Parcel 27 part 2) 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:
 
33.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with GP Liberty Hill, LLC for 1.063 acres of ROW needed on Hero Way (Parcel 304). Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with GP Liberty Hill, LLC for 1.063 acres of the right-of-way (ROW) needed on Hero Way (Parcel 304) to be funded by Road Bonds P-326.

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 TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 9:47 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2022.
 
34.
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.
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
35.
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
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
36.
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-00049-LY; 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 v. Purdue Pharma, LP, et al.; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas, and related lawsuits
3. Civil Action No. 1:20-cv-00842-RP; 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-00074-LY; 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-LY; 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-RP; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Texas, Robert Chody, and Christopher Pisa; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
8. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00374-RP; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Texas, and Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
9. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00480-RP; Gloria Cowin, Individually and on behalf of the Estate of Patrick Dupre v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
10. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00481-LY; Marquina Gilliam-Hicks v. Sean Feldman, In his individual capacity, and Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
11. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00615-LY; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
12. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00834-RP; Skylar Leal v. Williamson County, Texas and Lorenzo Hernandez Jr.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
13. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Cause No. 22-0916-C368; Chris Noel Carlin v. Christopher Davis and Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. 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
16. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-002186; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney’s Office Victim Service’s Division; 98th Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
17. 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, et al.; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
18. Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-00576-P; Kyle Strongin, et al. v. Williamson County, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
19. Cause No. 22-1152-C425; Catherine Johnston v. Bill Gravell, Williamson County Judge, et al.; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
20. Cause No. 22-1213-C425; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Argonaut Insurance Company; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Cause No. 22-1359-C368; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Great American Insurance Company of New York; In the 368th Judicial Court of Williamson County, Texas
22. Cause No. 3SC-22-0147; Debora Garcia-Valentin and Ariel Valentin v. 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 relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
3. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
4. 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.
5. Legal matters pertaining to DM Medical Billings, LLC
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown

No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
37.
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.
 
38.
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.
 
39.
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.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:15 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2022.
 
40.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
41.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
42.
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-00049-LY; 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 v. Purdue Pharma, LP, et al.; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas, and related lawsuits
3. Civil Action No. 1:20-cv-00842-RP; 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-00074-LY; 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-LY; 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-RP; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Texas, Robert Chody, and Christopher Pisa; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
8. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00374-RP; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Texas, and Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
9. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00480-RP; Gloria Cowin, Individually and on behalf of the Estate of Patrick Dupre v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
10. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00481-LY; Marquina Gilliam-Hicks v. Sean Feldman, In his individual capacity, and Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
11. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00615-LY; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
12. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00834-RP; Skylar Leal v. Williamson County, Texas and Lorenzo Hernandez Jr.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
13. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Cause No. 22-0916-C368; Chris Noel Carlin v. Christopher Davis and Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. 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
16. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-002186; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney’s Office Victim Service’s Division; 98th Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
17. 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, et al.; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
18. Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-00576-P; Kyle Strongin, et al. v. Williamson County, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
19. Cause No. 22-1152-C425; Catherine Johnston v. Bill Gravell, Williamson County Judge, et al.; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
20. Cause No. 22-1213-C425; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Argonaut Insurance Company; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Cause No. 22-1359-C368; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Great American Insurance Company of New York; In the 368th Judicial Court of Williamson County, Texas
22. Cause No. 3SC-22-0147; Debora Garcia-Valentin and Ariel Valentin v. 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 relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
3. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
4. 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.
5. Legal matters pertaining to DM Medical Billings, LLC
No action was taken on this item.
 
43.
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.
 
44.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
 
45.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 10:20 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2022.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 18th day of October, 2022.


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

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