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Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

 
MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
DECEMBER 6, 2022


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:31 A.M. on TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2022, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
  • Amanda Brown, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the minutes of the November 22, 2022 meeting.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (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.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $11,845,575.73 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:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 3 – 30 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the All District Courts.
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0435-004132 All District Courts/ Court Appointed Attorney/Criminal $1,876.93
To 0100-0435-004931 All District Courts/3rd Administrative Judicial District $1,876.93

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a budget line item transfers for Juvenile Services.
 

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

Motion: To approve the line item transfers for Juvenile Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0576-003011 Computer Software $5,700.00
To 0100-0576-003006 Office Equipment $5,700.00
From 0100-0576-004102 Residential Services $1,000.00
To 0100-0576-004350 Printed Materials $1,000.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Extension Services.
This item was pulled from the agenda.
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
 

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

Motion: To approve the line item transfers for the Facilities Department:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0509.004510 Facility Maintenance & Repair $16,147.50
To 0100.0509.001107 Temporary Labor $15,000.00
To 0100.0509.002010 FICA $1,147.50

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
7.
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: 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:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152, for the period of 11/01/2022 through 11/30/2022.
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152, for the period of November 1, 2022 through November 30, 2022.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152, for the period of 11/01/2022 through 11/30/2022.
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152, for the period of November 1, 2022 through November 30, 2022.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov’t Code 263.152, for the period of 11/01/2022 through 11/30/2022.
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152, for the period of November 1, 2022 through November 30, 2022.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of The Peace, Pct. 1, October 2022 Monthly Report, in compliance with Code of Crim Proc.§103.005.
 

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

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 October 2022 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure Section 103.005.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action canceling Commissioners Court for Tuesday, January 3, 2023.
 

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

Motion: To cancel Commissioners Court for Tuesday, January 3, 2023.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving and ratifying the engagement of the law firm of Mullen Coughlin LLC to represent Williamson County in relation to investigating, providing legal advice and otherwise assisting with response to potential data security incidents; and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4).
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve and ratify the engagement of the law firm of Mullen Coughlin, LLC to represent Williamson County in relation to investigating, providing legal advice and otherwise assisting with response to potential data security incidents; and exempt these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(4).

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action ratifying the acknowledgement and agreement of the engagement of Stroz Friedberg, LLC by the law firm of Mullen Coughlin LLC to assist with investigating and otherwise assisting with response to potential data security incidents.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To ratify the acknowledgment and agreement of the engagement of Stroz Friedberg, LLC by the law firm of Mullen Coughlin, LLC to assist with investigating and otherwise assisting with response to potential data security incidents.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a contract with Sheraton Austin Georgetown Hotel & Conference Center for the Williamson County Strategic Plan Retreat.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve a contract with Sheraton Austin Georgetown Hotel & Conference Center for the Williamson County Strategic Plan Retreat.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Williamson County and Milliman, Inc. to provide Consulting Actuary Services for Williamson County in the not-to-exceed amount of $5,000.00 for “Off Cycle” year FY2023 and the not-to-exceed amount of $22,000.00 for “On Cycle” year FY2024, exempting the purchase from the competitive bidding requirements for said service established by Section 262.024 (a)(4) [a personal service] of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions and authorizing execution of the agreement.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve the agreement between the Williamson County Human Resources Department and Milliman, Inc. to provide Consulting Actuary Services for Williamson County in the not-to-exceed amount of $5,000.00 for “Off Cycle” year Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 and the not-to-exceed amount of $22,000.00 for “On Cycle” year Fiscal Year (FY) 2024, exempt the purchase from the competitive bidding requirements for said service established by Section 262.024(a)(4) [a personal service] of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving agreement #202359 between 1101 Woodlawn Noteholder, LLC d/b/a Sheraton Austin Georgetown Hotel and Conference Center and Williamson County for venue and catering services in the amount of $13,000.00, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve Agreement # 202359 between 1101 Woodlawn Noteholder, LLC d/b/a Sheraton Austin Georgetown Hotel and Conference Center and the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter for venue and catering services in the amount of $13,000.00, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the quote from Texas Air Systems and Williamson County for HVAC repairs for a total amount of $2,732.38 pursuant to TIPS Contract #22010601, and authorizing the execution of the quote.
 

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

Motion: To approve the quote from Texas Air Systems and the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter for Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) repairs for a total amount of $2,732.38 pursuant to The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Contract # 22010601, and authorize the execution of the quote.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Contract #202376 between Williamson County and CDW-G for a vendor-neutral advisory workshop, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.  This Statement of Work is subject to the terms and conditions of Omnia contract R210401.
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 Contract # 202376 between the Williamson County Information Technology (IT) Department and CDW-G for a vendor-neutral advisory workshop, and authorize the execution of the agreement. This Statement of Work is subject to the terms and conditions of Omnia Contract R210401.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve termination of contract for livestock wrangler services for the sheriff’s office between Williamson County and Garett Chick and authorize county judge to sign notification letter of termination of agreement.
 

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

Motion: To terminate the contract for livestock wrangler services between the Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Garett Chick and authorize the County Judge to sign notification letter of termination of agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve termination of contract for livestock wrangler services for the sheriff’s office between Williamson County and George Stefek and authorize county judge to sign notification letter of termination of agreement.
 

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

Motion: To terminate the contract for livestock wrangler services between the Williamson County Sheriff's Office and George Stefek and authorize the County Judge to sign notification letter of termination of agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the service agreement #202354 with HireQuest LLC for temporary labor services at the quoted bill rate of $19.95 per hour as needed at the Williamson County Expo Center, 5350 Bill Pickett Trail, Taylor, TX 76574 with budgeted amount of $5,000.00 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve Service Agreement # 202354 with HireQuest LLC for temporary labor services at the quoted bill rate of $19.95 per hour as needed at the Williamson County Exposition (Expo) Center, 5350 Bill Pickett Trail, Taylor, Texas 76574 with budgeted amount of $5,000.00 and authorize the execution of this agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the service agreement #202355 with L.C. Personnel, Inc. d/b/a Labor Finders for temporary labor services at the quoted bill rate of $18.69 per hour as needed at the Williamson County Expo Center, 5350 Bill Pickett Trail, Taylor, TX 76574 with budgeted amount of $5,000.00 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve Service Agreement # 202355 with L.C. Personnel, Inc. d/b/a Labor Finders for temporary labor services at the quoted bill rate of $18.69 per hour as needed at the Williamson County Exposition (Expo) Center, 5350 Bill Pickett Trail, Taylor, Texas 76574 with budgeted amount of $5,000.00 and authorize the execution of this agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding a Professional Service Agreement under RFQ #21RFSQ2 providing continuing engineering services for the North Jail Water System Analysis Project to Johnston, LLC in the amount up to $30,000.00 and authorize execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To award a Professional Service Agreement under Request for Quote (RFQ) # 21RFSQ2 providing continuing engineering services for the North Jail Water System Analysis Project to Johnston, LLC in the amount up to $30,000.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving proposal #202386 with Automated Logic Contracting Services, Inc. for the purchase of expanding the Automated Logic WebCTRL Building Automation System at Williamson County, in the amount of $32,591.13 pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #631-20 and authorizing the purchase.
 

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

Motion: To approve Proposal # 202386 with Automated Logic Contracting Services, Inc. for the purchase of expanding the Automated Logic WebCTRL Building Automation System at Williamson County, in the amount of $32,591.13 pursuant to the BuyBoard Contract # 631-20 and authorize the purchase.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to terminate agreement for Construction Services Contract #22IFB113 between Williamson County and Blacksmith Ventures, LLC dated effective July 13, 2022, for Brushy Creek and Fern Bluff Intersections Milling and Inlay, and authorizing the execution of the termination document.
 

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

Motion: To terminate the agreement for Construction Services Contract # 22IFB113 between the Williamson County Road and Bridge Department and Blacksmith Ventures, LLC dated effective July 13, 2022, for Brushy Creek and Fern Bluff Intersections Milling and Inlay, and authorize the execution of the termination document.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the appointment of Robert B. Daigh, PE as Williamson County's Primary Voting Member and J. Terron Evertson, PE as Williamson County's Alternate Voting Member to the Campo Technical Advisory Committee.
 

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

Motion: To appoint Robert B. Daigh, PE as Williamson County's primary voting member and J. Terron Evertson, PE as Williamson County's alternate voting member to the Campo Technical Advisory Committee.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the appointment of Tom Yantis as Williamson County's Campo Technical Advisory Committee Smaller Cities Primary Voting Member.
 

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

Motion: To appoint Tom Yantis as Williamson County's Campo Technical Advisory Committee Smaller Cities primary voting member.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Change Order No 2, to contract number 22IFB104 - CR 137 Widening and Overlay, in the amount of -$296,026.89 for CR 137 Widening and Overlay. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.003599
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 2 to Contract # 22IFB104 - County Road (CR) 137 Widening and Overlay for a credit in the amount of $296,026.89 for County Road (CR) 137 Widening and Overlay to be credited to 01.0200.0210.003599

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $145,440.00 to expire on January 31, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Seiler Lankes Group, LLC. and Williamson County dated October 11, 2022 for CR 255 and CR 289 Schematic. Funding source: P546
 

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

Motion: To approve Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $145,440.00, to expire on January 31, 2023, under Williamson County contract for Engineering Services between Seiler Lankes Group, LLC and the Williamson County Infrastructure Department dated October 11, 2022 for County Road (CR) 255 and County Road (CR) 289 Schematic to be funded by P-546.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution honoring Judge Edna Staudt, acknowledging her 28 years of service to Williamson County. 
Those who addressed the Court:
Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Judge Edna Staudt
 

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

Motion: To approve a Resolution honoring Judge Edna Staudt, and acknowledging her 28 years of service to Williamson County.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
32.
The Hutto Education Foundation (HEF) provides grants and scholarships to students, teachers, and faculty members in Hutto ISD. HEF is a conduit for the distribution of funds allocated by the Commissioners Court to the Hutto Education Foundation. Per the Memorandum of Understanding between the Commissioners Court and HEF, we have an agreement that up to One Percent (1%) or no less than $20,000 of Solid Waste Fees shall be transferred to the Hutto Education Foundation at the Commissioners Court's discretion, that 25% or a minimum of $20,000 of the Solid Waste Fees received goes into the Permanent Endowment Fund. The recommendation for last year was $200,000 in total, with $195,000 going toward the Endowment Fund. 2020-2021 the organization met the minimum fund balance and was able to utilize the available interest for its scholarship program. HEF funded $30,000 in scholarships to Hutto ISD graduating students and renewal students and funded ALL eligible TSTC applicants in their 3rd & 4th semester, totaling $6,000 to TSTC students. This year’s recommendation is $225,000 to be divided as follows:$220,000 for the Endowment Fund.$5,000 for administration expenses.
This item was pulled from the agenda.
Attachments:
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Kathy Pierce as chair of the Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD) Board of Directors for a three-year term beginning January 1, 2023, and ending on December 31, 2026.
 

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

Motion: To appoint Kathy Pierce as chair of the Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD) Board of Directors for a three-year term beginning January 1, 2023, and ending on December 31, 2026.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the WC Radio Communication System Fund.
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Position Control Number (PCN) 1221 for the Williamson County Radio Communication System Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0507.0000.361300 Interest, Investments $11,091.73

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the WC Radio Communication System Fund.
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Position Control Number (PCN) 1221 for the Williamson County Radio Communication System Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0507.0507.001100 Salaries $9,004.23
0507.0507.002010 FICA $1,399.26
0507.0507.002020 Retirement $688.24

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Fiscal Year 2023 Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Fiscal Year 2023 Animal Shelter Donation Fund.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on setting a Public Hearing regarding the setting of the rate associated with mandatory provider participation payments that Williamson County may require of all local hospitals for fiscal year (FY) 2023 in relation to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program and establish how the revenue derived from those payments may be spent in accordance with Chapter 292B of the Texas Health and Safety Code and the Williamson County Health Care Provider Participation Program Rules and Procedures.
 

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

Motion: To set a Public Hearing regarding the setting of the rate associated with mandatory provider participation payments that Williamson County may require of all local hospitals for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 in relation to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program and establish how the revenue derived from those payments may be spent in accordance with Chapter 292B of the Texas Health and Safety Code and the Williamson County Health Care Provider Participation Program Rules and Procedures.

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

 

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

Motion: To amend the previous motion to include the date and time of the Public Hearing for December 20, 2022 at 9:30 A.M.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to increase the budget in the ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) Funds for 445P LE Drop Off in the amount of $291,354 from unallocated funds.
 

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

Motion: To increase the budget in the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds for 445P Law Enforcement (LE) Drop Off in the amount of $291,354 from unallocated funds.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Construction Agreement between Williamson County and Chasco Constructors, Ltd. L.L.P. for the Williamson County LE Drop Center Project Phase II Renovations; exempting the procurement of such services from the competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024(a)(2) [an item necessary to preserve the health and safety of the residents of Williamson County] and authorize the County Judge to execute the Agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Construction Agreement between the Williamson County Facilities Management Department and Chasco Constructors, Ltd. LLP for the Williamson County Law Enforcement (LE) Drop Center Project Phase II Renovations; exempt the procurement of such services from the competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024(a)(2) [an item necessary to preserve the health and safety of the residents of Williamson County] and authorize the County Judge to execute the Agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Purchase of Document Preservation of Probate Records from Kofile Technologies, Inc. #202356 for conservation treatments, rehousing and imaging for the County Clerk's Office in the amount of $249,988.00 pursuant to TXMAS contract #TXMAS-18-3602, and authorizing execution of the proposal.
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of Document Preservation of Probate Records from Kofile Technologies, Inc. # 202356 for conservation treatments, rehousing and imaging for the Williamson County Clerk's Office in the amount of $249,988.00 pursuant to the TXMAS Contract # TXMAS-18-3602, and authorize the execution of the proposal.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Williamson County and Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC, for maintenance of Cisco equipment, for the total amount of $209,370.60, pursuant to the Texas DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-4167.
 

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

Motion: To approve the agreement between the Williamson County Information Technology (IT) Department and Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC, for maintenance of Cisco equipment, for the total amount of $209,370.60, pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-TSO-4167.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the bulk order of Toughbooks for Williamson County Departments from GTS Technology Solutions for a total of $275,153.52 pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-4025.
 

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

Motion: To approve the bulk order of Toughbooks for Williamson County Departments from GTS Technology Solutions for a total of $275,153.52 pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-TSO-4025.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Quote from GTS Technology for the total amount of $199,995.00 pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4697, and authorizing the purchase detailed in the attached quote.
 

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

Motion: To approve the Quote from GTS Technology for the total amount of $199,995.00 pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract # DIR-CPO-4697, and authorize the purchase detailed in the attached quote.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
44.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on renewing Contract # RFP #1978 for Custodian and Sanitation Supplies and Services, renewal option period #2, with McLemore Building Maintenance, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract with the exception of department approved pricing changes per the attached pricing documentation for the term of January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023.
 

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

Motion: To renew Contract # Request for Proposal (RFP) #1978 for Custodian and Sanitation Supplies and Services, renewal option period #2, with McLemore Building Maintenance, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract with the exception of department approved pricing changes per the attached pricing documentation for the term of January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a quote for equipment and materials from I-Con Systems, Inc. for the Williamson County Jail in the amount of $38,522.07, and exempting I-Con Systems, Inc. from competitive bidding requirements per Texas Local Government Code §262.024(a)(7)(D)[captive replacement parts or components for equipment].
 

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

Motion: To approve a quote for equipment and materials from I-Con Systems, Inc. for the Williamson County Jail in the amount of $38,522.07, and exempt I-Con Systems, Inc. from competitive bidding requirements per Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(7)(D)[captive replacement parts or components for equipment].

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Master Services Agreement #202382 with Blackmon Mooring of Austin, Inc. for Emergency Response Property Damage Restoration in the annual not-to-exceed amount of $250,000.00, as per TIPS Contract #22050101 and approving execution of all associated documents.
 

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

Motion: To approve Master Services Agreement # 202382 with Blackmon Mooring of Austin, Inc. for Emergency Response Property Damage Restoration in the annual not-to-exceed amount of $250,000.00, as per The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Contract # 22050101 and approve the execution of all associated documents.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Master Services Agreement #202383 between Williamson County and Texas AirSystems LLC to provide Comprehensive HVAC Repairs and Related Services to various county facilities in the not-to-exceed amount of $250,000.00 per year for the term of the contract utilizing TIPS contract #TIPS-22010601 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion: To approve Master Services Agreement # 202383 between the Williamson County Facilities Management Department and Texas AirSystems LLC to provide Comprehensive Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) Repairs and Related Services to various county facilities in the not-to-exceed amount of $250,000.00 per year for the term of the contract utilizing The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Contract # TIPS-22010601 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #23IFB6 CR 404 at FM 973 Improvements and Signage to the lowest and best bidder, Jordan Foster Construction LLC, in the amount of $4,622,143.93 and authorizing the execution of the agreement. Funding Source is P390.
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 23IFB6 County Road (CR) 404 at Farm to Market (FM) 973 Improvements and Signage to the lowest and best bidder, Jordan Foster Construction LLC, in the amount of $4,622,143.93 and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by P-390.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 1 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Diamond Surveying and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for Surveying Services. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004150.
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 under Williamson County contract for Surveying Services between Diamond Surveying and the Williamson County Infrastructure Department dated May 19, 2020 for Surveying Services to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004150.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 1 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for Surveying Services. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004150.
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 under Williamson County contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping and the Williamson County Infrastructure Department dated May 19, 2020 for Surveying Services to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004150.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
51.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $89,204.91 for Project T5045 CR 404 Hutto Water Line Realignment (Austin Underground, Inc.) P 390 Funding Source: Road Bond.
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $89,204.91 for Project T5045 County Road (CR) 404 Hutto Water Line Realignment (Austin Underground, Inc.) to be funded by Road Bond P-390.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
52.
Discuss, consider, and take any appropriate action regarding a Letter of Transfer for Held-In-Trust Collections to the Center for Archeological Studies (CAS) for archeological collections (specimens and/or records) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process on Sam Bass Road, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 3. Project: P462
 

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

Motion: To approve a Letter of Transfer for Held-In-Trust Collections to the Center for Archeological Studies (CAS) for archeological collections (specimens and/or records) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process on Sam Bass Road, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 3 to be funded by P-462.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
53.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Notice of Intent (NOI) for Stormwater Discharge associated with the Construction Activity under TPDES Construction General Permit (TXR150000) for 22IFB138 - CR 366, a Road Bond program in Commissioner Pct. 4 Project: P296 Funding Source: Road Bond.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Notice of Intent (NOI) for Stormwater Discharge associated with the Construction Activity under Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Construction General Permit (TXR150000) for 22IFB138 - County Road (CR) 366, a Road Bond Program in Precinct 4 to be funded by Road Bond P-296.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
54.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Notice of Intent (NOI) for Stormwater Discharge associated with Construction Activity under TPDES Construction General Permit (TXR150000) for 23IFB6 - CR 404 at FM 973 Improvements, a Road Bond program in Commissioner Pct. 4. Project: P390 Funding Source: Road Bond.
 

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

Motion: To approve a Notice of Intent (NOI) for Stormwater Discharge associated with Construction Activity under Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Construction General Permit (TXR150000) for 23IFB6 - County Road (CR) 404 at Farm to Market (FM) 973 Improvements, a Road Bond Program in Precinct 4 to be funded by Road Bond P-390.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 4 relocation claims with Jacaruso Enterprises and Catherine Fahy in relation to the right of way acquisition on parcel 28 for the SE Loop segment 2 project. Funding Source: TANS P588
 

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

Motion: To approve (4) Relocation Claims with Jacaruso Enterprises and Catherine Fahy in relation to the right-of-way acquisition on Parcel 28 for the Southeast (SE) Loop Segment 2 Project to be funded by Tax Anticipation Notes (TANS) P-588.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 1 claim for moving expenses related to the right of way acquisition on Sam Bass Road--Parcel 13. Funding Source: Road Bonds P462  Unit O19-Portillo
 

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

Motion: To approve (1) Claim for Moving Expenses related to the right-of-way acquisition on Sam Bass Road-Parcel 13 to be funded by Road Bonds P-462. (Unit O19-Portillo)

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a letter agreement with Greg Danek for an electric utility easement needed on the Bud Stockton Rd. project (Parcel 6). Funding Source: Road Bonds P 307
 

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

Motion: To approve a Letter Agreement with Greg Danek for an electric utility easement needed on the Bud Stockton Road (Rd.) Project (Parcel 6) to be funded by Road Bonds P-307.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a letter agreement with Hwy 3349 Holdings, LLC for a drainage and temporary construction easement needed on the SE Loop Segment 2- (Parcel 39DE and 39TCE). Funding Source: TANS P588
 

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

Motion: To approve a Letter Agreement with Hwy 3349 Holdings, LLC for a drainage and temporary construction easement needed on the Southeast (SE) Loop Segment 2 (Parcel 39DE and 39TCE) to be funded by Tax Anticipation Notes (TANS) P-588.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a possession and use agreement with Christina Ann Helms for right of way needed on the Liberty Hill Bypass project (Parcels 3 & 4). Funding Source: Road Bonds P346
 

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

Motion: To approve a Possession and Use Agreement with Christina Ann Helms for the right-of-way needed on the Liberty Hill Bypass Project (Parcels 3 & 4) to be funded by Road Bonds P-346.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
60.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a possession and use agreement with Timothy P. Harlow for right of way needed on the Liberty Hill Bypass project (Parcels 7 & 50). Funding Source: Road Bonds P346
 

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

Motion: To approve a Possession and Use Agreement with Timothy P. Harlow for the right-of-way needed on the Liberty Hill Bypass Project (Parcels 7 & 50) to be funded by Road Bonds P-346.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
61.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a possession and use agreement with Scott Lee Ira Helms for right of way needed on the Liberty Hill Bypass project (Parcel 48). Funding Source: Road Bonds P346
 

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

Motion: To approve a Possession and Use Agreement with Scott Lee Ira Helms for the right-of-way needed on the Liberty Hill Bypass Project (Parcel 48) to be funded by Road Bonds P-346.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:04 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2022.
 
62.
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.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
63.
Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087:
        Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
     a)  Project Red Hot Chili Pepper
     b)  Project Flex Power
     c)  Project Pearson Ranch
     d)  Project Fittipaldi 
     e)  Project Venture
      f)  Project 007
     g)  Project Acropolis
     h)  Project Crystal Lagoon
      i)  Project Phantom
      j)  Project World
     k)  Project Mellencamp
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
64.
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.
6. Legal matters relating to Office of the Attorney General Ruling #OR2022-35056 and Attorney General Opinion KP-411.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
65.
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.
 
66.
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.
 
67.
Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices; or security audits in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center/Williamson County Courthouse (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:40 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2022.
 
68.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
69.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
70.
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.
6. Legal matters relating to Office of the Attorney General Ruling #OR2022-35056 and Attorney General Opinion KP-411.
 

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

70(b)(11) Motion: To approve the settlement of 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, per the terms of the Release of all Claims and Indemnity Agreement; and authorize the County Judge to execute settlement documents, if any, approved as to form by General Counsel and/or outside counsel.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
71.
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.
 
72.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
 
 
73.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 10:42 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2022.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 13th day of December, 2022.


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

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