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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
OCTOBER 25, 2022


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:31 A.M. on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2022, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
  • Amanda Brown, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the minutes of the October 18, 2022 meeting.

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

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $8,478,390.37 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 3 – 30 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to move money in the budget for Dept. 385 for bilingual pay because that is where the person is paid from and not the general fund of the County Clerk's office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To move money in the budget for Department 0385 for bilingual pay of the County Clerk's office:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0385-0385-004550 Imaging & Microfilming $711.73
To 0385-0385-001914 Bilingual Stipend $577.00
To 0385-0385-002010 FICA $44.14
To 0385-0385-002020 Retirement $90.59

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes, bilingual pay stipends and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes, bilingual pay stipends and any corresponding line item transfers.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Transfer including One (1) 2013 Ford Taurus Vin #6938, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicle(s) and equipment assets through Transfer including (1) 2013 Ford Taurus, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 6938, 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including one (1) 2011 Ford Escape VIN #9357, one (1) 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe VIN #4463 and one (1) 2000 Dodge Caravan VIN #6552, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the disposal of various county vehicle(s) and equipment assets through Auction including (1) 2011 Ford Escape, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 9357; (1) 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 4463; and (1) 2000 Dodge Caravan, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 6552, 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of The Peace, Pct. 1, September 2022 Monthly Report, in compliance with Code of Crim Proc.§103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the appointment of Frank Saenz to the Bluebonnet Trails Community Services Board of Trustees for a period from September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To appoint Frank Saenz to the Bluebonnet Trails Community Services Board of Trustees for a period from September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to submit a request to the federal domain registrar seeking the reservation and a policy exception for a .gov domain name for Williamson County.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 

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

Motion: To submit a request to the federal domain registrar seeking the reservation and a policy exception for a "wilcotx.gov" domain name for Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Annual Maintenance Agreement #202332, for Infax, Inc. and Williamson County for the Electronic Docket Display System(s) covering term of October 1, 2022 – September 30, 2023, in the amount of $12,000.00, and authorizing execution of the agreement exempting this Purchase from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024. (7)(D) captive replacement parts or components for equipment.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Annual Maintenance Agreement # 202332, for Infax, Inc. and the Williamson County Information Technology Department for the Electronic Docket Display System(s) covering term of October 1, 2022 – September 30, 2023, in the amount of $12,000.00, and authorize the execution of the agreement exempting this Purchase from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024. (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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding termination of Master Service Agreement for Drug Information Management System (DIMS) software from Datagain for Veteran Services and DWI Drug Court and authorize County Judge to sign letter proving 30-day notice of termination.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To terminate the Master Service Agreement for Drug Information Management System (DIMS) software from Datagain for Veteran Services and Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) Drug Court and authorize the County Judge to sign letter proving 30-day notice of termination.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement #202333 between Williamson County and FreeIt Data Solutions for the FreeIt Duo Access Subscription for a one (1) year term, for a total of $61,968.34, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4795, and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 

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

Motion: To approve Agreement # 202333 between the Williamson County Information Technology Department and FreeIt Data Solutions for the FreeIt Duo Access Subscription for a (1) year term, for a total of $61,968.34, pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-CPO-4795, and authorize the execution of this agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement #202327, for the purchase of replacement tower lights for the Cedar Park tower from TWR Lighting, Inc. in the amount of $17,786.00, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Agreement # 202327 for the purchase of replacement tower lights for the Cedar Park tower from TWR Lighting, Inc. in the amount of $17,786.00, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Vending Machine Services: Beverages and Snacks for Williamson County, under RFP #23RFP9. Funding Source 01.0409.0000.37050.
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This item was pulled from the agenda.
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Electrical Infrastructure Maintenance & Installation Services under RFP #23RFP11. Funding Source is 01.0100.0509.4510
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This item was pulled from the agenda.
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on allocating additional space for Veterans Affairs at Williamson County Taylor Annex, 412 Vance Street.  
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To allocate additional space for Veterans Affairs at Williamson County Taylor Annex, 412 Vance Street.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a report from Chasco Constructors, Change Order No. 6 for the Williamson County Expo Center Improvements project for $175,733 and to extend substantial completion to May 9, 2023.  Funding Source is P562.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Chasco Constructors Change Order No. 6 for the Williamson County Exposition (Expo) Center Improvements Project for $175,733.00, and to extend substantial completion to May 9, 2023 to be funded by P-562.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Change Order No 1 to contract number 21IFB21 for DIJ Construction Inc in the amount of -$30,438.20 for County Road Seal Coat FY22. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.003599.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 to Contract # 21IFB21 for DIJ Construction Inc. for a credit in the amount of $30,438.20 for County Road Seal Coat Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 to be credited to 01.0200.0210.003599.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 6 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Atlas Technical Consultants, LLC and Williamson County dated April 23, 2020 for On Call Materials Testing and Geotechnical Engineering Services. This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to October 31, 2024 and increase the maximum amount payable to $280,000.00. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004160.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 6 to Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County contract between Atlas Technical Consultants, LLC and the Williamson County Infrastructure Department dated April 23, 2020 for On Call Materials Testing and Geotechnical Engineering Services. This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to October 31, 2024 and increase the maximum amount payable to $280,000.00 to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004160.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 3 to Work Authorization No 4 under Williamson County Contract between Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for On Call Utility Coordination and Relocation for All Williamson County Road and Bridge Capital Improvement Projects. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $200,000.00 and to extend the expiration date to July 31, 2024. Funding source: 01.0777.0200.009007.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 4 under Williamson County contract between Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. and the Williamson County Infrastructure Department dated July 16, 2019 for On Call Utility Coordination and Relocation for All Williamson County Road and Bridge Capital Improvement Projects. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $200,000.00 and to extend the expiration date to July 31, 2024 to be funded by 01.0777.0200.009007.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 4 to Work Authorization No 3 under Williamson County Contract between Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for On Call Utility Coordination and Relocation for All Williamson County Road and Bridge Non-Capital Improvement Projects. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $140,000.00 and to extend the expiration date to July 31, 2024. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 4 to Work Authorization No. 3 under Williamson County contract between Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. and the Williamson County Infrastructure Department dated July 16, 2019 for On Call Utility Coordination and Relocation for All Williamson County Road and Bridge Non-Capital Improvement Projects. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $140,000.00 and to extend the expiration date to July 31, 2024 to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004100.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a temporary construction easement with Billy and Lou Biar Management Trust for excavating, filling, grading and installing a cross culvert on CR 426 in Precinct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Temporary Construction Easement with Billy and Lou Biar Management Trust for excavating, filling, grading and installing a cross culvert on County Road (CR) 426 in Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Contract #22IFB31 Rubber Asphalt Crack Sealer, renewal option period 1, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract, but with a price increase of 19% from $15.29 to $18.30 pounds per box, per attached documentation and spreadsheet, with Crafco, Inc., for the 12-month term of 12/06/2022 – 12/06/2023.
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This item was pulled from the agenda.
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24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the extension of Crushed Granite Contract #T2164, renewal option period 2, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract (per attached spreadsheet), with Statewide Materials Transport Ltd., for the 12-month term of 12/22/22 – 12/22/23.
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This item was pulled from the agenda.
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Fall 2022 Fog Seal (Cul-De-Sacs) for Road and Bridge Department under IFB #23IFB10.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Fall 2022 Fog Seal (Cul-De-Sacs) for the Road and Bridge Department under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 23IFB10.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
26.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of OpenRoads Designer Select Subscription #202338, from Bentley Systems, in the amount of $15,802.56, and exempting this purchase from the competitive bidding requirement under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(7)(A) (Items for which competition is precluded because of the existence of patents, copyrights, secret processes and monopolies).
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Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of OpenRoads Designer Select Subscription # 202338, from Bentley Systems, in the amount of $15,802.56, and exempt this purchase from the competitive bidding requirement under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(7)(A) (Items for which competition is precluded because of the existence of patents, copyrights, secret processes and monopolies).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of one (1) John Deere 5100E CAB FT4 12 Speed Tractor and two (2) John Deere FC15R Flex Wing Rotary Cutters in the amount of $122,323.15, from United AG & Turf pursuant to Sourcewell Contract #110719-JDC.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the purchase of (1) John Deere 5100E CAB FT4 12 Speed Tractor and (2) John Deere FC15R Flex Wing Rotary Cutters in the amount of $122,323.15, from United AG & Turf pursuant to Sourcewell Contract # 110719-JDC.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for 23IFB8 Corridor H – Sam Bass Construction. Funding Source: P462.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for 23IFB8 Corridor H – Sam Bass Construction to be funded by P-462.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed qualifications for Engineering Services for FM 973 from 1660 to US 79 (Carlos G Parker Blvd,) under RFQ #23RFSQ3. Funding Source is Long Range Transportation Plan.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed qualifications for Engineering Services for Farm to Market (FM) 973 from 1660 to U.S. Highway 79 (Carlos G Parker Boulevard (Blvd)) under Request for Quote (RFQ) # 23RFSQ3 to be funded by Long Range Transportation Plan.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for Santa Rita Ranch Phase 1 Section 23 subdivision being signed and certified by the Engineer and Surveyor on October 11, 2022 – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the final plat for Santa Rita Ranch Phase 1 Section 23 subdivision being signed and certified by the Engineer and Surveyor on October 11, 2022 – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
31.
Discuss and acknowledge an update from Judge Stacey Mathews and partners on the Williamson County Transformative Justice Program.
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Those who addressed the Court:
277th District Judge Stacey Mathews
Williamson County District Attorney Shawn Dick
Williamson County Transformative Justice Program Director Terence Davis

No action was taken on this item.
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a proclamation recognizing October 26, 2022 as Christi Center Day in celebration of its 35 years of supporting central Texans in grief.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Proclamation recognizing October 26, 2022 as Christi Center Day in celebration of its 35 years of supporting central Texans in grief.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract in the Public Interest Between Williamson County and the Williamson County Economic Development Partnership, Inc. to support and develop economic development efforts, goals, objectives and services that will benefit Williamson County, Texas.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 

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

Motion: To approve a Contract in the Public Interest Between Williamson County and the Williamson County Economic Development Partnership, Inc. to support and develop economic development efforts, goals, objectives and services that will benefit Williamson County, Texas.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Addendum to LESO Program State Plan of Operation (SPO).
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Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 

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

Motion: To approve an Addendum to the Law Enforcement Support Office (LESO) Program State Plan of Operation (SPO).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Blanket Requisition #130156 for annual EMS personnel uniform purchases from GT Distributors, Inc., in the amount of $52,000.00, as per BuyBoard Contract #603-20.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve Blanket Requisition # 130156 for annual Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel uniform purchases from GT Distributors, Inc., in the amount of $52,000.00, as per the BuyBoard Contract # 603-20.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Blanket Requisition #130091 in the amount of $300,000 as per OMNIA contract #R211101 with Fleetcor dba/Fuelman for fuel card purchases.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve Blanket Requisition # 130091 in the amount of $300,000.00 as per the OMNIA Contract # R211101 with Fleetcor dba/Fuelman for fuel card purchases.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action approving the Statements of Work (SOW) #202326 for the annual Support and Maintenance for Radio Communications Systems with Motorola Solutions, totaling $1,391,879.23, pursuant to HGAC Contract #RA05-21, and authorizing the purchase.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the Statements of Work (SOW) # 202326 for the annual Support and Maintenance for Radio Communications Systems with Motorola Solutions, totaling $1,391,879.23, pursuant to HGAC Contract # RA05-21, and authorize the purchase.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the renewal agreement #202331 between Williamson County and Carahsoft Technology Corp. for the ServiceNow Maintenance for a total amount of $138,351.00, pursuant to GSA contract #47QSWA18D008F, and authorize the execution of the renewal.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve Renewal Agreement # 202331 between the Williamson County Information Technology Department and Carahsoft Technology Corp. for the ServiceNow Maintenance for a total amount of $138,351.00, pursuant to the GSA Contract # 47QSWA18D008F, and authorize the execution of the renewal.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action of approving the agreement #202317 between ESRI and Williamson County for the Small Municipal and County Government Enterprise Agreement (SGEA), for a total of $495,000.00, for a three (3) year term, and exempting this purchase under the Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(7)(D) Discretionary Exemptions captive replacement parts or components for equipment.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 

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

Motion: To approve Agreement # 202317 between ESRI and the Williamson County GIS Department for the Small Municipal and County Government Enterprise Agreement (SGEA), for a total of $495,000.00, for a (3) year term, and exempt this purchase under the Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(7)(D) Discretionary Exemptions 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the annual support and maintenance agreement #202339, for Odyssey Judicial and Jail Software with Tyler Technologies in the amount of $466,194.21 pursuant to Sourcewell cooperative contract #090320 TTI.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the Annual Support and Maintenance Agreement # 202339, for Odyssey Judicial and Jail Software with Tyler Technologies in the amount of $466,194.21 pursuant to the Sourcewell Cooperative Contract # 090320 TTI.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the annual bulk purchase for budgeted computers and equipment from Dell Technologies, for a total not to exceed $510,406.81, pursuant to the DIR contract #DIR-TSO-3763.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the annual bulk purchase for budgeted computers and equipment from Dell Technologies, for a total not to exceed $510,406.81, pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-TSO-3763.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
42.
Receive the October 2022 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the revised Fleet Management Policy Manual.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the revised Fleet Management Policy Manual.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate on awarding IFB #22IFB144 Hydrated Lime Slurry to the lowest and best bidder, Austin White Lime Company, Ltd and Yellowstone Industries.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 22IFB144 Hydrated Lime Slurry to the lowest and best bidder, Austin White Lime Company, Ltd and Yellowstone Industries.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the allocation of $12,000,000 ($7,000,000 from the General Fund budget and $5,000,000 from the Road & Bridge Budget) for the Transportation Corridor Program. From the General Fund, $2,800,000 will be allocated to P601 (FM 973 Corridor Planning, FM 1660 to Carlos G. Parker) and $4,200,000 will be allocated to P463 (Southeast Corridor). The $5,000,000 from the Road & Bridge fund will be allocated to P457 (LTP ROW). 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the allocation of $12,000,000.00 ($7,000,000.00 from the General Fund budget and $5,000,000.00 from the Road & Bridge Budget) for the Transportation Corridor Program. From the General Fund, $2,800,000.00 will be allocated to P-601 (Farm to Market (FM) 973 Corridor Planning, Farm to Market (FM) 1660 to Carlos G. Parker) and $4,200,000.00 will be allocated to P-463 (Southeast Corridor). The $5,000,000.00 from the Road & Bridge fund will be allocated to P-457 (Long Range Transportation Plan (LTP) Right-of-Way (ROW)).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2019 Road Bond Transfer per Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager, to transfer $1,000,000 from P399 (2019 Road Bond Non-Departmental) to P390 ((CR 401/CR 404 Improvements).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a 2019 Road Bond Transfer per Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to transfer $1,000,000.00 from P-399 (2019 Road Bond Non-Departmental) to P-390 (County Road (CR) 401/County Road (CR) 404 Improvements).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 2 to the RM 2243 (183A to SW Bypass) contract between Williamson County and BGE, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program.
Project: P326   Funding Source: Road Bonds
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 2 to the Ranch to Market (RM) 2243 (183A to Southwest (SW) Bypass) Contract between Williamson County and BGE, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with 3349 Land Group, LLC for 21.341 acres of ROW needed for the County Road 404 Realignment project. (Parcel 19) Funding Source: Road Bonds P#391
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with 3349 Land Group, LLC for 21.341 acres of the right-of-way (ROW) needed for the County Road 404 Realignment Project (Parcel 19) to be funded by Road Bonds P-391.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement with The City of Georgetown for completing design services and construction related to relocation of Georgetown water line improvements along County Road 258. Road Bonds P277
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Georgetown for completing design services and construction related to the relocation of Georgetown water line improvements along County Road 258 to be funded by Road Bonds P-277.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
NO EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS HELD ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2022.
 
50.
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.
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
51.
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
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
52.
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
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
53.
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.
 
54.
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.
 
55.
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, OCTOBER 25, 2022.
 
56.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
57.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
58.
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.
 
59.
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.
 
60.
Comments from Commissioners.
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. updated the Court on the severe storms and the tornado/straight line winds that hit Jarrell.

Commissioner Russ Boles updated the Court on the communities of Granger and Bartlett.
 
61.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 10:18 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2022.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 1st day of November 2022.


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

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