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Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

 
MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
NOVEMBER 8, 2022


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:31 A.M. on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 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 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the minutes of the November 1, 2022 meeting.

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

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $5,713,724.73 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 3 – 29 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the All District Courts.
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for all District Courts:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0435-004002 All District Courts/Jurors, Grand Jury $4,861.29
To 0100-0435-003005 All District Courts/Office Furniture $4,861.29

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 Corrections Department.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0570.004350 Printed Materials $800.00
To 0100.0570.005700 Vehicles > $5,000.00 $800.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
5.
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.
 

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

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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, October 2022 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
 

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

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 October 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:
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the acceptance of a donation of previously used child booster chair and infant car seat to be used for training by EMS Employees. 
 

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

Motion: To accept a donation of a previously used child booster chair and infant car seat to be used for training by Emergency Medical Services (EMS) employees.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of Lifepak monitor and service from Stryker Medical in the amount of $33,497.90 (quote amount was $34,328.15 with $830.25 line item #3 already received in FY2022) exempting the purchase from competitive bidding under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(7)(D) [captive replacement parts or components for equipment] and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of Lifepak monitor and service from Stryker Medical in the amount of $33,497.90 (quote amount was $34,328.15 with $830.25 line item #3 already received in Fiscal Year (FY) 2022), exempt the purchase from competitive bidding under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(7)(D) [captive replacement parts or components for equipment] and authorize the execution of this agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Fourth Amendment to that Certain Williamson County Exposition Center Operation and Use Agreement between Williamson County, Texas and Taylor Rodeo Association, Inc.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Fourth Amendment to the Williamson County Exposition Center Operation and Use Agreement between the Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department and Taylor Rodeo Association, Inc.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of one (1) Kubota M Series M7060HDC Utility Cab Tractor, 4WD, one (1) Model BGR72-11 72” Claw Grapple, and one (1) Model AP-DZ3084 LandPride 84” 6-way Dozer Blade, from Ewald Kubota, Inc., in the amount of $62,591.49 pursuant to Sourcewell Contract #031121-KBA and authorizing the purchase.
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of (1) Kubota M Series M7060HDC Utility Cab Tractor, 4WD, (1) Model BGR72-11 72” Claw Grapple, and (1) Model AP-DZ3084 LandPride 84” 6-way Dozer Blade, from Ewald Kubota, Inc., in the amount of $62,591.49 pursuant to the Sourcewell Contract # 031121-KBA and authorize 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
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Agreement #202357 for the purchase of eight (8) tasers and accessories from Axon Enterprise, Inc. in the amount of $13,667.09 pursuant to BuyBoard contract #603-20, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
This item was pulled from the agenda.
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a blanket purchase order for Verizon Wireless in the amount of $56,088.00 pursuant to DIR cooperative contract #DIR-TELE-CTSA-003.
 

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

Motion: To approve a blanket purchase order for Verizon Wireless in the amount of $56,088.00 pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract # DIR-TELE-CTSA-003.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a blanket purchase order for air card service (internet access) with Verizon Wireless in the amount of $54,477.66 pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-TSO-4336.
 

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

Motion: To approve a blanket purchase order for air card service (internet access) with Verizon Wireless in the amount of $54,477.66 pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-TSO-4336.

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 and Addendum to the contract awarded through #22RFSQ55 Strategic Plan Consulting to SBrand Solutions, LLC, in the increased amount of $16,500.00 and authorizing execution of the revised agreement.
This item was moved to the regular agenda where action was taken.
 

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

Motion: To approve an Addendum to the contract awarded through # 22RFSQ55 Strategic Plan Consulting to SBrand Solutions, LLC, in the increased amount of $16,500.00 and authorize the execution of the revised 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
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Change Order from Data Projections, Inc. for additional system components at the new courtroom for the 480th District Court increasing the original amount by $2,610.17, pursuant to TIPS contract #210101, and authorizing the execution of the Change Order. Funding Source is P515.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Change Order from Data Projections, Inc. for additional system components at the new courtroom for the 480th District Court increasing the original amount by $2,610.17, 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
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving agreement #202335 between Power DMS, Inc. and Williamson County for PowerPolicy Professional Subscription in the amount of $30,400.96, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve Agreement # 202335 between Power DMS, Inc. and the Williamson County Information Technology (IT) Department for PowerPolicy Professional Subscription in the amount of $30,400.96, 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:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of Pathsolutions, Inc. software licenses, support and updates from SHI Government Solutions in the amount of $69,348.00 pursuant to Omnia Partners Cooperative contract #2018011-02.
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of Pathsolutions, Inc. software licenses, support and updates from SHI Government Solutions in the amount of $69,348.00 pursuant to the Omnia Partners Cooperative Contract # 2018011-02.

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 approving the Quote from Data Projections, Inc. for an Audio/Video (A/V) System Upgrade to the Jail Magistrate Office for a total of $11,119.21 pursuant to TIPS contract #210101, and authorizing the execution of the quote. Funding Source is P540.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Quote from Data Projections, Inc. for an Audio/Video (A/V) System Upgrade to the Jail Magistrate Office for a total of $11,119.21 pursuant to The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Contract # 210101, and authorize the execution of the quote to be funded by P-540.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Contract #2022260 between Williamson County and Frontier Communications of America, Inc. for basic telephone line services and equipment and exempting the item from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Govt. Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024(a)(7)(C) [electric power, gas, water, and other utility services], and authorizing execution of the agreement. 
 

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

Motion: To approve contract # 2022260 between the Williamson County Information Technology (IT) Department and Frontier Communications of America, Inc. for basic telephone line services and equipment, and exempt the item from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024(a)(7)(C) [electric power, gas, water, and other utility services], 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
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the services contract between Williamson County and Links Communication, Inc. to provide and install cabling at the Jail Magistrate remodel in the not-to-exceed amount of $10,513.00 and authorizing the execution of the services contract.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Services Contract between the Williamson County Information Technology (IT) Department and Links Communication, Inc. to provide and install cabling at the Jail Magistrate remodel in the not-to-exceed amount of $10,513.00 and authorize the execution of the services contract.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement with Data Armor, LLC to provide on-site shredding services to support Williamson County Departments for a not-to-exceed amount of $25,000.00, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve an Agreement with Data Armor, LLC to provide on-site shredding services to support Williamson County Departments for a not-to-exceed amount of $25,000.00, 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Phase I Lease Schedule of Managed Print and Copier Services and Multifunction Devices (Copy/Print/Scan) through Sharp Electronics Corporation pursuant to contract RFP#22RFP85 for Managed Print and Copier Services previously awarded on 6/21/22.
 

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

Motion: To approve Phase I Lease Schedule of Managed Print and Copier Services and Multifunction Devices (Copy/Print/Scan) through Sharp Electronics Corporation pursuant to contract RFP#22RFP85 for Managed Print and Copier Services previously awarded on June 21, 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Vending Machine Services: Beverages and Snack for Williamson County under RFP #23RFP9.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Vending Machine Services: Beverages and Snack for Williamson County under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 23RFP9.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Electrical Infrastructure Maintenance and Installation Services as needed under RFP #23RFP11. 
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Electrical Infrastructure Maintenance and Installation Services as needed under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 23RFP11.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving agreement #202353 between Williamson County and Randy Plaag d/b/a Training Texas for Heavy Equipment Operator Safety Classes in the not-to-exceed amount of $43,725.00, exempting the purchase from competitive bidding under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) [for personal or professional service] and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve Agreement # 202353 between the Williamson County Road and Bridge Department and Randy Plaag d/b/a Training Texas for Heavy Equipment Operator Safety Classes in the not-to-exceed amount of $43,725.00, exempt the purchase from competitive bidding under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) [for personal or professional service] and authorize the execution of this agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 7 under Williamson County Contract between Alliance Transportation Group and Williamson County dated March 6, 2018 for Engineering Design Services for Drainage Improvements in Chandler Creek Subdivision Sections 6A, 6B and 6C. This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to December 31, 2022. Funding source: P488.
 

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

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 7 under Williamson County contract between Alliance Transportation Group and the Williamson County Infrastructure Department, dated March 6, 2018, for Engineering Design Services for Drainage Improvements in Chandler Creek Subdivision Sections 6A, 6B and 6C. This supplemental is to extend the expiration date to December 31, 2022 to be funded by P-488.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 2 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire November 30, 2024 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Gray Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 31, 2022 for On Call Design Engineering Services for Small Drainage and Small Roadway Projects. Funding source; 01.0200.0210.004100.
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $50,000.00, to expire November 30, 2024, under Williamson County contract for Engineering Services between Gray Engineering, Inc. and the Williamson County Infrastructure Department, dated May 31, 2022, for On Call Design Engineering Services for Small Drainage and Small Roadway Projects 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Yesterday’s Gone subdivision – Precinct 2.
 

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Yesterday’s Gone subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Cielo Gardens subdivision – Precinct 4.
 

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

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Cielo Gardens subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 9:35 A.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2022
 
30.
9:30 am Conduct a public hearing relating to a request to move surplus salary dollars for a retention request within the Tax Assessor/Collector’s Office for PCN.1471 and discuss (1) the reason for the payment in excess of the previously approved budget amount, including the public purpose that will be served by making the excess payment; and (2) the exact amount of the excess payment, the sources of the payment, and the terms for distribution of the payment that effect and maintain the public purpose to be served by making the excess payment.
Those who addressed the Court:
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown
 
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 9:39 A.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2022.
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on additional funding for PCN.1471, Information Services Manager.
 

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

Motion: To approve additional funding for Position Control Number (PCN)1471, Information Services Manager.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action  on an order redefining the boundaries of Leander ISD and Liberty Hill ISD in relation to Larkspur Neighborhood, as was mutually agreed upon by the districts’ boards of trustees and required under 13.051 (i) of the Texas Education Code.
 

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

Motion: To approve an Order redefining the boundaries of the Leander Independent School District (ISD) and Liberty Hill Independent School District (ISD) in relation to the Larkspur Neighborhood, as was mutually agreed upon by the Districts’ Boards of Trustees and required under 13.051(i) of the Texas Education Code.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the quote between Williamson County and IES Communications, LLC for camera cabling at the Williamson County Jail for a total of $106,313.69, pursuant to contract DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4813, and authorizing the execution of the quote.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Quote between the Williamson County Information Technology Department and IES Communications, LLC for camera cabling at the Williamson County Jail for a total of $106,313.69, pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-CPO-4813, 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
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Williamson County and ConvergeOne for network connectivity for the total cost of $116,943.94, pursuant to DIR TSO contract #4167, and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Agreement between the Williamson County Information Technology Department and ConvergeOne for network connectivity for the total cost of $116,943.94, pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) TSO Contract # 4167, and authorize the execution of this agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Renewal Agreement #202362 between Williamson County and FreeIt Data Solutions Inc. to provide the Williamson County IT Department with annual maintenance of the VMWare Software in the total amount of $181,181.59 per the terms of Contract #DIR-TSO-4288, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Renewal Agreement # 202362 between the Williamson County Information Technology Department (IT) and FreeIt Data Solutions Inc. to provide the Williamson County IT Department with annual maintenance of the VMWare Software in the total amount of $181,181.59 per the terms of Contract # DIR-TSO-4288, 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
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement #202361 between Knight Security Systems, Inc. and Williamson County for a Jail Security Camera Upgrade in the amount of $295,771.57 pursuant to DIR Cooperative contract #DIR-CPO-4494, and authorizing execution of the agreement. 
 

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

Motion: To approve Agreement # 202361 between Knight Security Systems, Inc. and the Williamson County Information Technology Department (IT) for a Jail Security Camera Upgrade in the amount of $295,771.57 pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract # DIR-CPO-4494, 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:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving agreement #202360 between IES Communications, LLC and Williamson County for the installation of communications-cabling in the amount of $151,621.57 pursuant to DIR cooperative contract #DIR-CPO-4813, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve Agreement # 202360 between IES Communications, LLC and the Williamson County Information Technology Department (IT) for the installation of communications-cabling in the amount of $151,621.57 pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract # DIR-CPO-4813, 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:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Master Services Agreement #202336 between Williamson County and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc. to provide roof repairs and related services to various county facilities in the not-to-exceed amount of $250,000.00 utilizing TIPS-210603-P1 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve Master Services Agreement # 202336 between the Williamson County Facilities Department and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc. to provide roof repairs and related services to various county facilities in the not-to-exceed amount of $250,000.00 utilizing The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) 210603-P1 contract 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:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of a 2024 Freightliner fuel truck from Freightliner of Austin in the amount of $197,427.00, pursuant to TIPS cooperative contract #200-206.
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of a 2024 Freightliner fuel truck from Freightliner of Austin in the amount of $197,427.00, pursuant to The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Cooperative Contract # 200-206.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Contract #22IFB43-Herbicides, renewal option period 1, covering for the 12-month term of January 18, 2023 – January 17, 2024, with the same terms and conditions with the exception of fee increases, detailed in the attached spreadsheet, with Nutrien Ag Solutions and approval of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the extension of Contract # 22IFB43-Herbicides, renewal option period 1, covering for the (12) month term of January 18, 2023 – January 17, 2024, with the same terms and conditions, except fee increases, detailed in the attached spreadsheet, with Nutrien Ag Solutions, and approve 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
 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $0 for Project 22IFB67 Davilla Street Culvert Replacement (Chasco Constructors) P: 486 Funding Source: Road Bond.
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $0.00 for Project 22IFB67 Davilla Street Culvert Replacement (Chasco Constructors) to be funded by Road Bond P-486.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $0 for Project 22IFB141 CR 258 Extension (Joe Bland Construction) P: 277 Funding Source: Road Bond.
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $0.00 for Project 22IFB141 County Road (CR) 258 Extension (Joe Bland Construction) to be funded by Road Bond P-277.

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
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a purchase contract with Cheryl Renae Blaha Arldt for 13.065 acres of right of way needed for the Corridor D (Ronald Reagan Extension) Project. Funding: LRTP P457
 

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

Motion: To approve a Purchase Contract with Cheryl Renae Blaha Arldt for 13.065 acres of the right-of-way needed for the Corridor D (Ronald Reagan Extension) Project to be funded by Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) P-457.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with the John R. and Barbara S. Casey Living Trust, dated June 26, 2007, for 0.819 acres of right of way needed on the Bud Stockton project (Parcel 9). Funding; Road Bonds P307
 

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

Motion: To approve a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with the John R. and Barbara S. Casey Living Trust, dated June 26, 2007, for 0.819 acres of the right-of-way needed on the Bud Stockton Project (Parcel 9) to be funded by Road Bonds P-307.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Samsung Austin Semiconductor, LLC for 1.533 acres and 52.689 acres of ROW needed on the Future County Road project. (Parcel 12 and 14) Funding Source: Road Bonds P390.
This item was pulled from the agenda.
Attachments:
 
NO EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2022.
 
46.
Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)
A.    Real Estate Owned by Third Parties
   Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential purchase or lease of property owned by third parties
        a)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop. 
        b)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 176 at RM 2243
        c)   Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 332
        d)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
        e)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for Seward Junction SE and SW Loop. 
         f)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for Bud Stockton Extension.
        g)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 305/307. 
        h)   Discuss Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.
         i)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 111.
         j)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
        k)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for future SH 29 corridor. 
         l)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Hero Way.
       m)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
        n)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
        o)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
        p)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for SE Loop/Corridor A. 
        q)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
        r)    Discuss the acquisition of real property near Justice Center. 
        s)   Discuss the acquisition of drainage/detention easements for real property North of WMCO Juvenile Detention Center
         t)   Discuss the acquisition of the MKT Right of Way
        u)   Discuss acquisition of right of way for Corridor E.
        v)   Discuss acquisition of right of way for County Road 245.
       w)   Discuss acquisition of right of way for CR 401/404.
        x)   Discuss acquisition of right of way for Liberty Hill Bypass.



B.   Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
      Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential sale or lease of property owned by the County
    a)    Discuss County owned real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
    b)    Discuss possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (Formerly occupied by WCCHD)
    c)    Discuss property usage at Longhorn Junction
    d)    Discuss the sale of excess ROW at San Gabriel Parkway and Mel Mathis Ave. 
    e)    Discuss county owned property located at Ed Schmidt Boulevard Hutto, Texas
     f)    Discuss the sale of property located at 900 S Main St., Taylor, 76574
    g)    Discuss the sale of 106 Dana Drive, Hutto, Texas
    h)    Discuss the sale of property located adjacent to the existing Williamson County EMS Bay/SO and MOT building at 1801 E. Settlers Boulevard, Round Rock, Texas

C.     Discuss the Williamson County Reimbursement Agreement for Construction of San Gabriel Blvd. and New Hope Road with the City of Leander and TIRZ #1
D.     Discuss the Cobb Cavern Conservation Easement Amendment and potential acquisition.
No Executive Session was held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.
 
47.
Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087:
        Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
      a)  Project Red Hot Chili Pepper
      b)  Project Flex Power
      c)  Project Pearson Ranch
      d)  Project Fittipaldi 
      e)  Project Venture
       f)  Project 007
      g)  Project Acropolis
      h)  Project Crystal Lagoon
       i)  Project Phantom
       j)  Project World
      k)  Project Mellencamp
No Executive Session was held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.
 
48.
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 Executive Session was held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.
 
49.
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 Executive Session was held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.
 
50.
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 Executive Session was held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.
 
51.
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 Executive Session was held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.
 
NO EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2022.
 
52.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
53.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
54.
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.
 
55.
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.
 
56.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
 
57.
Public Comment Period.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 9:42 A.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2022.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 15th day of November 2022.


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

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