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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
FEBRUARY 7, 2023


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:33 A.M. on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2023, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
  • Amanda Brown, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the minutes of the January 24, 2023 Regular Session, January 24, 2023 Special Session and January 25, 2023 Special Session meetings.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
2.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
Payroll/Operations Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.  County Judge Bill Gravel, Jr. abstained in regard to invoices for James Construction (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $126,582,493.56 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 3 – 31 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Regional Animal Shelter Fund.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Regional Animal Shelter Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0545.0545.004419 Property Insurance $1540.00
To 0545.0545.004810 Lawn Services $1540.00

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

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0576-004102 Residential Services $7,000.00
To 0100-0576-004543 Repairs to Equipment $2,000.00
To 0100-0576-003003 Radio Equipment $5,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on rescinding the approval of Item No. 31 of the January 24, 2023 Session of the Williamson County Commissioners Court relating to the budget amendment for the NACo Prescription Discount Program.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To rescind the approval of item no. 31 of the January 24, 2023 session of the Williamson County Commissioners Court relating to the budget amendment for the National Association of Counties (NACo) Prescription Discount Program.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the National Association of Counties (NACo) Prescription Discount Card Program:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.370500 Miscellaneous Revenue $431.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0509.004541 Vehicle Maintenance/Repair $1,000.82
To 0100.0509.003002 Vehicle Equipment $1,000.82

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
8.
 Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Fleet Services.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0882.0882.003010 Computer Equipment < $5,000.00 $1721.70
From 0882.0882.005741 Computer Software > $5,000.00 $597.11
To 0882.0882.004513 Car Wash Maintenance & Repair $2318.81
From 0882.0882.005741 Computer Software > $5,000.00 $1413.89
To 0882.0882.005003 Equipment > $5,000.00 $1413.89

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action acknowledging line item transfers of $500 or less completed by the County Auditor during October - December (FY23 1st quarter).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge line item transfers of $500.00 or less completed by the County Auditor during October - December (Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 1st quarter).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes, bilingual pay stipends and any corresponding line item transfers.
 
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 01/26/2023 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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 January 26, 2023 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 1/01/2023 through 1/31/2023.
 
View Agenda Item
 

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 January 1, 2023 through January 31, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 1/01/2023 through 1/31/2023.
 
View Agenda Item
 

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 January 1, 2023 through January 31, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 1/01/2023 through 1/31/2023.
 
View Agenda Item
 

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 January 1, 2023 through January 31, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the 2022 Racial Profiling Report for Pct. 3 Constable's Office.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve the 2022 Racial Profiling Report for the Precinct 3 Constable's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action canceling Commissioners Court in conjunction with County holidays.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To cancel Commissioners Court in conjunction with the following County holidays:

  • February 21, 2023
  • May 30, 2023
  • June 20, 2023
  • July 4, 2023
  • September 5, 2023

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving and acknowledging rate adjustments for the Chapman Firm for 2023.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To acknowledge and approve rate adjustments for the Chapman Firm for 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on closing out and not awarding RFP #22RFP111, Armored Courier Services, due to no responses received.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To close out and not award Request for Proposal (RFP) # 22RFP111, Armored Courier Services, due to no responses received.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of kennels from Shor-Line in the amount of $14,135.00 for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter, and authorizing execution of the quote.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of kennels from Shor-Line in the amount of $14,135.00 for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and authorize the execution of the quote.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive competitive sealed proposals for a contractor for River Ranch Interpretive Center Completion, under RFCS #23CSP38; designating Design Workshop as the Project Architect, and approving, in the public interest, assigning the price criteria a weighted value of not less than 36.9 percent of the total weighted value of all selection criteria.  The Funding Source is P465.
View Agenda Item
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 authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive competitive sealed proposals for a contractor for River Ranch Interpretive Center Completion, under Request for Competitive Sealed Proposal (RFCS) # 23CSP38; designate Design Workshop as the Project Architect, and approve, in the public interest, assigning the price criteria a weighted value of not less than 36.9 percent of the total weighted value of all selection criteria to be funded by P-465.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive competitive sealed proposals for a contractor for Berry Springs Park, under RFCSP #23CSP39; designating Halff Associates as the Project Architect, and approving, in the public interest, assigning the price criteria a weighted value of not less than 36.9 percent of the total weighted value of all selection criteria.  The Funding Source is P559.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive competitive sealed proposals for a contractor for Berry Springs Park, under Request for Competitive Sealed Proposal (RFCSP) # 23CSP39; designate Halff Associates as the Project Architect, and approve, in the public interest, assigning the price criteria a weighted value of not less than 36.9 percent of the total weighted value of all selection criteria to be funded by P-559.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Amendment #2023112 between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies which states that Tyler eNotices/Tyler Notify will be hosted by third-party hosting provider, Amazon Web Services and authorizing the execution of the amendment.
View Agenda Item
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 Amendment # 2023112 between the Williamson County Information Technology (IT) Department and Tyler Technologies which states that Tyler eNotices/Tyler Notify will be hosted by third-party hosting provider, Amazon Web Services and authorize the execution of the amendment.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of EMC Hardware and Software Maintenance and Support from Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC in the amount of $57,071.04, pursuant to DIR cooperative contract #DIR-TSO-4299.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the purchase of EMC Hardware and Software Maintenance and Support from Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC in the amount of $57,071.04, pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract # DIR-TSO-4299.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Program Signature Form from Microsoft Corporation for Microsoft license from Software One, Inc. previously approved by Commissioners Court on 1/10/2023 and authorizing execution of the form.
View Agenda Item
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 Program Signature Form from Microsoft Corporation for Microsoft license from Software One, Inc. previously approved by Commissioners Court on January 10, 2023 and authorize the execution of the form.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase agreement #2023134 for furniture for the Sheriff's Office from Facilities Resource, Inc. in the amount of $50,965.67 pursuant to OMNIA Partners contracts #2019.001896, #R180401 and TIPS contracts #180305, #200301, and authorizing execution of the quote.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Purchase Agreement # 2023134 for furniture for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office from Facilities Resource, Inc. in the amount of $50,965.67 pursuant to the OMNIA Partners Contracts # 2019.001896, # R180401 and The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Contracts # 180305, # 200301, and authorize the execution of the quote.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on G2 CSi, Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $6500.00 for the Williamson County SOTC Perimeter Chain Link Fence Project (P573).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve G2 CSi, Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $6,500.00 for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Training Center (SOTC) Perimeter Chain Link Fence Project (P-573).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the extension of contract #22IFB76 Flex Base Materials, renewal period #1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to Central Texas Stone and Aggregate for the 12-month term of March 22, 2023 - March 21, 2024, and authorizing execution of the renewal agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the extension of Contract # 22IFB76 Flex Base Materials, renewal period # 1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to Central Texas Stone and Aggregate for the (12) month term of March 22, 2023 through March 21, 2024, and authorize the execution of the renewal agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing contract #2023137 Fuelmaster Fuel Management System Extended Maintenance Agreement in the amount of $12,622.50 with Syn-tech Systems Fuel Management Technologies for the term 03/23/2023 - 03/22/2024, under Sourcewell Contract #092920-SYS and authorizing execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To authorize Contract # 2023137 Fuelmaster Fuel Management System Extended Maintenance Agreement in the amount of $12,622.50 with Syn-tech Systems Fuel Management Technologies for the term March 23, 2023 through March 22, 2024 under the Sourcewell Contract # 092920-SYS and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire on July 31, 2025 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Kleinfelder, Inc. and Williamson County dated January 10, 2023 for On Call Materials Testing and Geotechnical Engineering Services. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004160.
View Agenda Item
 

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 $50,000.00 to expire on July 31, 2025 under Williamson County contract for Engineering Services between Kleinfelder, Inc. and the Williamson County Infrastructure Department dated January 10, 2023 for On Call Materials Testing and Geotechnical Engineering Services to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004160.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on ratifying and approving the revised preliminary plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 6 subdivision – Precinct 2.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To ratify and approve the revised preliminary plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 6 subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Solara Townhomes at Horizon private subdivision – Precinct 3.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Solara Townhomes at Horizon private subdivision – Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
32.
Deliberate, discuss, consider, receive information/situational updates and take any appropriate action on public health and safety related matters, issues, business and concerns resulting from and pertaining to the severe winter weather event experienced in Williamson County, Texas during the week of January 30th, 2023.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Paulo Pinto of Georgetown
Director of Emergency Management Michael Shoe
 
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To extend the Disaster Declaration by an additional 30 days.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Those who addressed the Court:
County Auditor Julie Kiley
Senior Director of Parks and Venues Russell Fishbeck
 

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

Motion: To authorize paid overtime for the Parks Department effective February 3, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh
 

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

Motion: To waive the 6% fee the County charges per $10.00 pickup load, excluding trailers, at the County Landfill through February 19, 2023 for non-commercial vehicles.

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

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

Motion: To amend the previous motion to waive the 6.5% fee the County charges per $10.00 pickup load, excluding trailers, at the County Landfill through February 19, 2023 for non-commercial vehicles.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Mural Easement Agreement with the City of Georgetown for the 175th Birthday Celebration mural at 904 S. Main Street, Georgetown, Texas. 
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 

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

Motion: To approve the Mural Easement Agreement with the City of Georgetown for the 175th Birthday Celebration mural at 904 South Main Street, Georgetown, Texas.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
34.
Receive an update on the current staffing in Emergency Communications. 
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Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Emergency Services Chris Connealy
Information Technology Wireless Communications Thomas Piche
Director of Emergency Communications Kate Wolf
911 Communications Operations Manager T.J. Rhudy
911 Communications Compliance Evaluator James Bodisch

No action was taken on this item.
 
 
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to issue a call for projects that will utilize Community Development Block Grant funds for the FY23 funding cycle.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown
 

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

Motion: To issue a call for projects that will utilize Community Development Block Grant funds for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 funding cycle.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a policy exception to allow for the salary of the new hire in the Financial Director position of the County Auditor's Office to exceed 15% above the minimum.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a policy exception to allow for the salary of the new hire in the Financial Director position of the County Auditor's Office to exceed 15% above the minimum.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
37.
Consider declaring an emergency and approving a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Courthouse Security Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Courthouse Security Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0360-0360-001105 Court House Security Fund/Law Enforcement Salaries $7,619.27
0360-0360-002010 Court House Security Fund/FICA $582.87
0360-0360-002020 Court House Security Fund/Retirement $1,184.04

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
38.
Consider declaring an emergency and approving a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the General Fund.
View Agenda Item

 
 

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

Motion: To approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the General Fund:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0560-001105 Sheriff's Office/Law Enforcement Salaries $417,820.63
0100-0560-002010 Sheriff's Office/FICA $31,963.28
0100-0560-002020 Sheriff's Office/Retirement $64,929.32

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the line item transfers and position changes attached for the following offices: Corrections, Sheriff, Constable Precinct’s 1, 2, 3 and 4, County Attorney and District Attorney.
 
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons
 

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

Motion: To approve the line item transfers and position changes attached for the following offices: Corrections, Sheriff's Office, Constable Precincts 1, 2, 3 and 4, County Attorney and District Attorney.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on any necessary amendments relating to the FY22/23 Budget Order.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve necessary amendments relating to the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022/2023 Budget Order.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on compensation related topics to be reviewed during Salary Study Cycle 6.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve compensation related topics to be reviewed during Salary Study Cycle 6.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving a revised engagement letter for the law firm of Cornell Smith Mierl Brutocao Burton, LLP to represent Williamson County in relation to labor and employment matters and assigned litigation; 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).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a revised Engagement Letter for the law firm of Cornell Smith Mierl Brutocao Burton, LLP to represent Williamson County in relation to labor and employment matters and assigned litigation; 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:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of the Bosch Crash Data Retrieval (CDR) System and exempting Crash Data Group, Inc. from competitive bidding requirements established by Section §§ 262.024 (a)(7) of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions as the sole provider of the system, accessories and software in the amount of $25,450.00
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the purchase of the Bosch Crash Data Retrieval (CDR) System and exempt Crash Data Group, Inc. from competitive bidding requirements established by Section 262.024(a)(7) of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions as the sole provider of the system, accessories and software in the amount of $25,450.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving #202390 Master Service Agreement for Securitas Technology Corporation f/k/a STANLEY Convergent Security Solutions, Inc. for Access Control, Surveillance and Monitoring Services in the not-to-exceed amount of $250,000.00 per year through April 22, 2026, per Sourcewell Contract #030421-SCS, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve Master Service Agreement # 202390 for Securitas Technology Corporation f/k/a STANLEY Convergent Security Solutions, Inc. for Access Control, Surveillance and Monitoring Services in the not-to-exceed amount of $250,000.00 per year through April 22, 2026, per the Sourcewell Contract # 030421-SCS, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Service Agreement #2023130 for the Inner Loop Annex Building Automation System (BAS) Upgrade, per BuyBoard Contract #631-20, in the not-to-exceed amount of $135,932.00 and for the Criminal Justice Center BAS Retrofit in the not-to-exceed amount of $387,219.00 with Automatic Logic, exempting Automatic Logic from competitive bidding/proposal 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.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Service Agreement # 2023130 for the Inner Loop Annex Building Automation System (BAS) Upgrade, per the BuyBoard Contract # 631-20, in the not-to-exceed amount of $135,932.00 and for the Criminal Justice Center BAS Retrofit in the not-to-exceed amount of $387,219.00 with Automatic Logic, exempt Automatic Logic from competitive bidding/proposal 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 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the additional funding needs for the Juvenile Justice Center Remodel and County Administrative Building projects. 
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Facilities Dale Butler
Director of Juvenile Services David Scott Matthew
County Auditor Julie Kiley

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2019 Road Bond transfer to move $400,000 from P486 (Davilla Street Culvert Replace/Granger Drainage Improvements) to P392 (Southeast Loop Segment 2). 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a 2019 Road Bond transfer to move $400,000.00 from P-486 (Davilla Street Culvert Replace/Granger Drainage Improvements) to P-392 (Southeast Loop Segment 2).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a proposed variance to the County's Onsite Sewage Facilities (OSSF) Order.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a proposed variance to the County's Onsite Sewage Facilities (OSSF) Order.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Public Involvement for Infrastructure Projects contract RFP1812-284, renewal option period 3, with Rifeline, LLC, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of March 26, 2023 - March 26, 2024.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the extension of Public Involvement for Infrastructure Projects Contract RFP1812-284, renewal option period 3, with Rifeline, LLC, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of March 26, 2023 through March 26, 2024.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding closing a portion of CR 245 and detouring through traffic during construction of the Cowan Creek Bridge, as part of the on CR 245 project, a 2019 Road Bond Project in Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To close a portion of County Road (CR) 245 and detour through traffic during construction of the Cowan Creek Bridge, as part of the County Road (CR) 245 Project, a 2019 Road Bond Project in Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to proceed with developing agreements with HOPE Alliance, necessary for use of a County facility to be used as a temporary auxiliary emergency shelter needed to increase public safety and meet a public purpose. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To enter into agreements with HOPE Alliance, necessary for the use of a county facility to be used as a temporary auxiliary emergency shelter needed to increase public safety and meet a public purpose to be funded by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Round Rock, Texas regarding the design and construction of Old Settlers Boulevard (N Red Bud Lane/CR 122 to CR 110). Funding Source: Road Bonds P381
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Round Rock, Texas regarding the design and construction of Old Settlers Boulevard (North Red Bud Lane/County Road (CR) 122 to County Road (CR) 110) to be funded by Road Bonds P-381.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Round Rock, Texas regarding the design and construction of the widening of CR 112 (FM 1460/AW Grimes to CR 117). Funding Source: Road Bonds P377
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Round Rock, Texas regarding the design and construction of the widening of County Road (CR) 112 (Farm to Market (FM) 1460/AW Grimes to County Road (CR) 117) to be funded by Road Bonds P-377.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Round Rock, Texas regarding the design and construction of the widening of CR 112 (CR 117 to CR 110). Funding Source: Road Bonds P378
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 

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

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Round Rock, Texas regarding the design and construction of the widening of County Road (CR) 112 (County Road (CR) 117 to County Road (CR) 110) to be funded by Road Bonds P-378.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Leander regarding the design and construction of Bagdad Road from the city limits of Liberty Hill to South of CR 281 lying within the Leander city limits. Funding Source: Road Bonds P343
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Leander regarding the design and construction of Bagdad Road from the city limits of Liberty Hill to south of County Road (CR) 281 lying within the Leander city limits to be funded by Road Bonds P-343.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a letter agreement with Mario and Rosa Solis for a 8,336 SF water and electric easement needed on the CR 332 project (Parcel 1). Funding Source: Road Bonds P366
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Letter Agreement with Mario and Rosa Solis for an 8,336 square foot (SF) water and electric easement needed on the County Road (CR) 332 Project (Parcel 1) to be funded by Road Bonds P-366.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a negotiated self move claim with Infinite Recovery (Car-Ma) as a result of the right of way acquisition acquired for the Liberty Hill Bypass project (Parcel 41 & 42). Funding: Road Bonds P346
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a negotiated Self Move Claim with Infinite Recovery (Car-Ma) as a result of the right-of-way acquisition acquired for the Liberty Hill Bypass Project (Parcel 41 & 42) to be funded by Road Bonds P-346.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Stephen R. Kaufman and Jill K. H. Kaufman for 0.112 acres needed as right of way on the CR 255 project (Parcel 6B). Funding Source: LRTP P457
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Stephen R. Kaufman and Jill K. H. Kaufman for 0.112 acres needed as the right-of-way on the County Road (CR) 255 Project (Parcel 6B) to be funded by Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) P-457.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
59.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Public Highway At-Grade Crossing Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad Company (UPRR) to construct a new at grade public road crossing over CR 401 in Williamson County and permanently close the existing at-grade public crossing at CR 401. Funding Source: Road Bonds P390
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Public Highway At-Grade Crossing Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad Company (UPRR) to construct a new at grade public road crossing over County Road (CR) 401 in Williamson County and permanently close the existing at-grade public crossing at County Road (CR) 401 to be funded by Road Bonds P-390.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
60.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an update for the 88th Legislative Session.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill

No action was taken on this item.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:44 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2023.
 
61.
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.
 
62.
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 Fittipaldi
     b)  Project Acropolis
     c)  Project World
     d)  Project Mellencamp
     e)  Project Corgi
      f)  Project Anniversary
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
63.
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. 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
2. 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
3. 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
4. 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
5. 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
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
11. Cause No. 22-0916-C368; Chris Noel Carlin v. Christopher Davis and Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
12. 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
13. Cause No. 22-2067-C395; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney's Office Victim Services Division, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. 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
19. 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
20. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-007162; Williamson County v. Ken Paxton, Attorney General of the State of Texas; In the 353rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
21. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00019; Cindy McNatt, individually and as dependent administrator of Estate of Joshua Ray McNatt, et al. v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
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 proposed Hutto TIRZ #3.
7. Legal matters pertaining to nuisance abatement procedures.
8. Discuss legal matters relating to a Lease Agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center, Inc.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
64.
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.
 
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.
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 12:18 P.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2023.
 
67.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
68.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
69.
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. 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
2. 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
3. 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
4. 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
5. 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
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
11. Cause No. 22-0916-C368; Chris Noel Carlin v. Christopher Davis and Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
12. 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
13. Cause No. 22-2067-C395; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney's Office Victim Services Division, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. 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
19. 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
20. Cause No. D-1-GN-22-007162; Williamson County v. Ken Paxton, Attorney General of the State of Texas; In the 353rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
21. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00019; Cindy McNatt, individually and as dependent administrator of Estate of Joshua Ray McNatt, et al. v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
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 proposed Hutto TIRZ #3.
7. Legal matters pertaining to nuisance abatement procedures.
8. Discuss legal matters relating to a Lease Agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center, Inc.
No action was taken on this item.
 
70.
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.
 
71.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Keith Elliston of Liberty Hill
 
72.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:19 P.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2023.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 14th day of February, 2023.


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

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