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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
NOVEMBER 22, 2022


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:30 A.M. on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 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 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • 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 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the minutes of the November 15, 2022 meeting.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
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.
Payroll/Operations Manager Nate Zinsmeyer 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 $5,399,316.28 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
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 – 25 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the District Courts.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0435-004132 Criminal Cases-Court Appointed Attorney $731.00
To 0100-0435-004934 Lodging for Jurors $731.00

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Constable Precinct 4:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0554-004350 Printed Materials & Binding $516.67
To 0100-0554-003010 Computer Equipment < $5,000.00 $516.67

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
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.
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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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action and note in the official minutes the adoption of an employer contribution rate of 15.54%, and an additional lump sum payment of $700,000.00, to Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS) for Plan Year 2023.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To note in the official minutes the adoption of an employer contribution rate of 15.54% and an additional lump sum payment of $700,000.00 to the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS) for Plan Year 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of October 2022 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Noah Schwartz of Austin, Travis County
 

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

Motion: To approve property tax collections for the month of October 2022 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 11/15/2022 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through November 15, 2022 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the procurement of Drone Coverage (Aircraft Insurance) through Broker of Record McGriff Insurance Services, Inc., under RFP #22RFP79 for a total of $8,470.00 for the term of November 4, 2022 through October 1, 2023.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the procurement of Drone Coverage (Aircraft Insurance) through Broker of Record McGriff Insurance Services, Inc., under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 22RFP79 for a total of $8,470.00 for the term of November 4, 2022 through October 1, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the approval of an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and Williamson County and Cities Health District to provide screening and supporting services for the County Indigent Health Care Program.
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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 an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and Williamson County and Cities Health District to provide screening and supporting services for the County Indigent Health Care Program.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acceptance of Texas Office of Court Administration Grant in amount of $472,003 in support of establishment of COVID Impact Court in the Williamson County District Courts.
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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 accept the Texas Office of Court Administration grant in amount of $472,003.00 in support of the establishment of a COVID Impact Court in the Williamson County District Courts.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Renewal Addendum between Williamson County and Idemia Identity & Security for the Annual Help Desk Maintenance Services to support the operations of the Williamson County Attorney's Office, in the amount of $5,538.00, and exempting Idemia Identity & Security from the competitive bidding requirements for said service established by Section 262.024 (a)(7)(D) [Captive Replacement Parts and Components for Equipment] of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions, and authorizing the 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 the Renewal Addendum between the Williamson County Attorney's Office and Idemia Identity & Security for the Annual Help Desk Maintenance Services to support the operations of the Williamson County Attorney's Office, in the amount of $5,538.00, and exempt Idemia Identity & Security from the competitive bidding requirements for said service established by Section 262.024 (a)(7)(D) [Captive Replacement Parts and Components for Equipment] of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on rejecting proposal submitted on RFP #22RFP149 EMS Agency Evaluation and request that information related to competition be excepted pursuant to Texas Government Code 552.104 and authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals under the new RFP #23RFP17.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To reject proposals submitted on Request for Proposal (RFP) # 22RFP149 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency Evaluation and request that information related to competition be excepted pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 552.104 and authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals under the new Request for Proposal (RFP) # 23RFP17.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the purchase of the new medical field software Apricot 360 from Social Solutions Global, Inc., in the amount of $18,860.00 for the Williamson County EMS Community Health Paramedics for the Emergency Medical Services Department and authorizing the execution of the 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 the purchase of the new medical field software Apricot 360 from Social Solutions Global, Inc., in the amount of $18,860.00 for the Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Community Health Paramedics for the Emergency Medical Services Department and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of LiveMUM with Wallmap Annual Software License in the amount of $23,301.00, for one (1) year and exempting Deccan International from competitive requirements per Texas Local Government Code §262.024(a)(7)(D)[captive replacement parts or components for equipment, and authorize the 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 the purchase of LiveMUM with Wallmap Annual Software License in the amount of $23,301.00 for (1) year and exempt Deccan International from competitive requirements per Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(7)(D) [captive replacement parts or components for equipment], and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on participation by Williamson County Road Bond Program under the County's habitat conservation plan (HCP) for the improvements on County Road 245, Williamson County, Texas.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the participation by Williamson County Road Bond Program under the County's Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) for the improvements on County Road 245, Williamson County, Texas.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving agreement #202374 between Williamson County and Skinny Cat Software, LLC DBA Element Learning Management Solutions for a centralized training management solution in the amount of $34,184.00 pursuant to DIR cooperative contract #DIR-CPO-4463, and authorizing execution of the documents.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason
 

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

Motion: To approve Agreement # 202374 between the Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Skinny Cat Software, LLC DBA Element Learning Management Solutions for a centralized training management solution in the amount of $34,184.00 pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract # DIR-CPO-4463, and authorize the execution of the documents.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action on approving Amendment #1 for Jail Inmate Food Services contract #21RFP4 between Aramark Correctional Services, LLC and Williamson County to authorize price increase to provide jail inmate food service pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 262.024(a)(8) and 351.001, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract with an increase in the per-meal price detailed in the attached spreadsheet.  Pricing shall be effective November 23, 2022 through November 22, 2023.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Amendment #1 for Jail Inmate Food Services, Contract # 21RFP4 between Aramark Correctional Services, LLC and the Williamson County Jail, to authorize a price increase to provide jail inmate food service pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(8) and 351.001, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract, with an increase in the per-meal price detailed in the attached spreadsheet. Pricing shall be effective November 23, 2022 through November 22, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving service agreement #202364 for work on the stairs at the Historic Courthouse by Vince Knight d/b/a Knight Restoration, PO Box 1069, Hutto, TX 78634, in the not-to-exceed amount of $8,000.00 and authorizing the execution of this agreement. Funding Source is P587.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Service Agreement # 202364 for work on the stairs at the Historic Courthouse by Vince Knight d/b/a Knight Restoration, PO Box 1069, Hutto, TX 78634, in the not-to-exceed amount of $8,000.00 and authorize the execution of this agreement to be funded by P-587.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Supplemental Agreement No. 9 to Landscape Architectural Phase II Services between Williamson County and Design Workshop, Inc. for the River Ranch County Park Completion project for $5,500 and to extend substantial completion to May 21, 2023.  Funding Source is P315.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Agreement No. 9 to Landscape Architectural Phase II Services between Williamson County Facilities Management and Design Workshop, Inc. for the River Ranch County Park Completion Project for $5,500.00 and to extend substantial completion to May 21, 2023 to be funded by P-315.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a report from Vaughn Construction, Change Order No. 4 for $24,982 for the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center Addition (P530.) There will be no additional time added toward substantial completion.  Funding Source is P530.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Vaughn Construction Change Order No. 4 for $24,982.00 for the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center Addition (P-530.) There will be no additional time added toward substantial completion to be funded by P-530.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a report from Vaughn Construction, Change Order No. 5 for $91,608 for the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center Addition (P530.) There will be no time change toward substantial completion.  Funding Source is P530.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Vaughn Construction Change Order No. 5 for $91,608.00 for the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center Addition (P-530.) There will be no time change toward substantial completion to be funded by P-530.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a report from Vaughn Construction, Change Order No. 6  for the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center Addition (P530) This is a no-cost change order with no time change toward substantial completion.  Funding Source is P530.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Vaughn Construction Change Order No. 6 for the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center Addition (P-530) This is a no-cost change order with no time change toward substantial completion to be funded by P-530.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the price increase of Contract #T3353 Cast In Place Concrete with RHB Construction, covering the term beginning November 22, 2022 with the same terms and conditions except fee increases of 20% detailed in the attached spreadsheet. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the price increase of Contract # T3353 Cast In Place Concrete with RHB Construction, covering the term beginning November 22, 2022 with the same terms and conditions except fee increases of 20% detailed in the attached spreadsheet.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Lariat Amenity Center subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Lariat Amenity Center subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to conduct local canvass of election returns for the General Election held on November 8, 2022 and to approve all documents related to the canvass of election returns.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Williamson County Elections Administrator Chris Davis
 

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

Motion: To canvass election returns for the General Election held on November 8, 2022 and to approve all documents related to the canvass of election returns.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting subaward grant money from the University of Texas - Austin for Juvenile Services.  
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To accept sub-award grant money from the University of Texas - Austin for Juvenile Services.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the renewal of the education affiliation agreements between Williamson County EMS and EMTS Academy.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the renewal of the education affiliation agreements between Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and EMTS Academy.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action to approve Addendum for Billing Services Agreement (RFP #22RFP72) between Williamson County and EMS Management & Consultants, Inc. to update and revise the annual rate adjustment for base rates pertaining to EMS services.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the Addendum for Billing Services Agreement (Request for Proposal (RFP) # 22RFP72) between the Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and EMS Management & Consultants, Inc. to update and revise the annual rate adjustment for base rates pertaining to Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #22RFP103 Website, Re-Design, New Content Management Platform to the highest scoring proposer, CivicPlus, LLC and authorize execution of the documents.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To award Request for Proposal (RFP) # 22RFP103 Website, Re-Design, New Content Management Platform to the highest scoring proposer, CivicPlus, LLC and authorize the execution of the documents.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Nationwide Permit 14 Pre-construction Notification (NWP14 PCN) to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE).  The application is required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations for the Liberty Hill Bypass Project in Commissioner Pct. 2.    Project: P346  Funding Source: 2019 Road Bond
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To apply for a Nationwide Permit 14 Pre-construction Notification (NWP14 PCN) to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The application is required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations for the Liberty Hill Bypass Project in Precinct 2 to be funded by 2019 Road Bond P-346.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 5 in the amount of $41,134.66 for Project 22IFB39 CR 111 Westinghouse Rd. (Capital Excavation) P292 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 5 in the amount of $41,134.66 for Project 22IFB39 County Road (CR) 111 Westinghouse Road (Rd) (Capital Excavation) to be funded by Road Bond P-292.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 6 in the amount of $24,159.20 for Project 22IFB39 CR 111 Westinghouse Rd. (Capital Excavation) P292 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 6 in the amount of $24,159.20 for Project 22IFB39 County Road (CR) 111 Westinghouse Road (Rd) (Capital Excavation) to be funded by Road Bond P-292.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Letter of Transfer/Ownership to the Center for Archeological Research (CAR), for archeological collections (records only) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the Bud Stockton Extension Project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4. P307.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Letter of Transfer/Ownership to the Center for Archeological Research (CAR), for archeological collections (records only) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the Bud Stockton Extension Project, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 4 to be funded by P-307.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $422,565.69 for Project 22IFB141 CR 258 Extension (Joe Bland Construction) P277 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $422,565.69 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $47,778.00 for Project T5045 CR 404 Hutto Water Line Realignment (Austin Underground, Inc.) P390 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $47,778.00 for Project T5045 County Road (CR) 404 Hutto Water Line Realignment (Austin Underground, Inc.) to be funded by Road Bond P-390.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a claim for actual moving expenses from Infinite Recovery, LLC, a tenant on parcel 41 & 42 (Car-Ma) where right of way was acquired for the construction of the Liberty Hill Bypass project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P346
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Claim for Actual Moving Expenses from Infinite Recovery, LLC, a tenant on Parcels 41 & 42 (Car-Ma) where the right-of-way was acquired for the construction of the Liberty Hill Bypass Project to be funded by Road Bonds P-346.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Fab-Con Products, Inc. for 1.139 acres needed as right of way on the Hero Way project (Parcel 302) and a remainder tract totaling 0.003 acres. Funding source: Road Bonds P326
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Fab-Con Products, Inc. for 1.139 acres needed as the right-of-way on the Hero Way Project (Parcel 302) and a remainder tract totaling 0.003 acres to be funded by Road Bonds P-326.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement regarding Waterline Relocation improvements on CR 366 with Jonah SUD. Funding Source: Road Bonds P296
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement regarding Waterline Relocation Improvements on County Road (CR) 366 with Jonah Special Utility District (SUD) to be funded by Road Bonds P-296.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a purchase contract with Samsung Austin Semiconductor, LLC for 52.689 acres of right of way needed for the CR 404 and future county road projects. Funding Source: TANS P588
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Purchase Contract with Samsung Austin Semiconductor, LLC for 52.689 acres of the right-of-way needed for the County Road (CR) 404 and future county road projects to be funded by Tax Anticipation Notes (TANS) P-588.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:11 A.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2022.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:13 A.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2022.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:15 A.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2022.
 
41.
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 CR 255 
         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.
 
42.
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.
 
43.
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-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
10. 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
11. 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
12. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. Cause No. 22-0916-C368; Chris Noel Carlin v. Christopher Davis and Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Civil Action No. 1:22-cv-00254-RP; Rodney A. Hurdsman, #0217082 v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
15. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-002186; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney’s Office Victim Service’s Division; 98th Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
16. Cause No. 22-0826-C368; Doyle “Dee” Hobbs, Jr., in his official capacity as Williamson County Attorney v. AHFC Pecan Park PSH Non-Profit Corporation, et al.; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
17. 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
18. 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
19. 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
20. 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
21. 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.
 
44.
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.
 
45.
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.
 
46.
Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices; or security audits in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center/Williamson County Courthouse (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:13 A.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2022.
 
47.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
48.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
49.
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-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
10. 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
11. 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
12. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. Cause No. 22-0916-C368; Chris Noel Carlin v. Christopher Davis and Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Civil Action No. 1:22-cv-00254-RP; Rodney A. Hurdsman, #0217082 v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
15. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-002186; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney’s Office Victim Service’s Division; 98th Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
16. Cause No. 22-0826-C368; Doyle “Dee” Hobbs, Jr., in his official capacity as Williamson County Attorney v. AHFC Pecan Park PSH Non-Profit Corporation, et al.; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
17. 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
18. 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
19. 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
20. 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
21. 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.
 
50.
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.
 
51.
Comments from Commissioners.
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. gave an update on the calendar for Commissioners Court; no court will be held on November 29, 2022 and December 27, 2022.  Commissioners Court will be held on Sunday, January 1, 2023 for the swearing in of newly elected officials and the approval of bonds and payment of bills.  There will no court on January 3, 2023.
 
 
52.
Public Comment Period.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:14 A.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2022.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 6th day of December, 2022.


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

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