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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
FEBRUARY 14, 2023


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:32 A.M. on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2023, 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 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
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 February 7, 2023 meeting.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (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.
Internal Audit Director Jalyn Morris addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $6,947,059.21 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 3 – 27 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Public Safety.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Public Safety:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0523.004100 Professional Services $5,600.00
To 0100.0523.004500 Maintenance Services $5,600.00

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

Motion: To approve compensation changes, position title changes, page 1 only of 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 02/09/2023 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through February 9, 2023 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including One (1) 2015 Jeep Cherokee Vin #1224, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including (1) 2015 Jeep Cherokee Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 1224, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, January 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 January 2023 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an investment from the Orphan Kitten Club.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve a $10,000.00 investment from the Orphan Kitten Club for the Williamson County Animal Shelter to expand their kitten nursery.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Second Amendment with Optum and its Affiliates (Optum Health Networks) regarding RFP# 21RFP3 Employee assistance and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the Second Amendment with Optum and its Affiliates (Optum Health Networks) regarding Request for Proposal (RFP) # 21RFP3 Employee assistance and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the contract #2023128 between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies for Panasonic Android Mobile Ticket Writers for total of $20,000.00, pursuant to Sourcewell contract #090320-TTI, and authorizing the execution of the contract.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Contract # 2023128 between the Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Tyler Technologies for Panasonic Android Mobile Ticket Writers for total of $20,000.00, pursuant to the Sourcewell Contract # 090320-TTI, and authorize the execution of the contract.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving agreement #2023135 between Williamson County and IES Communications, LLC for Door Control Rack Relocate in the amount of $3,589.57, pursuant to contract #DIR-CPO-4813, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve Agreement # 2023135 between the Williamson County Information Technology Department and IES Communications, LLC for Door Control Rack Relocate in the amount of $3,589.57, pursuant to Contract # DIR-CPO-4813, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving agreement #2023136 between Williamson County and IES Communications, LLC for Fiber Riser on the Jail 3rd Floor in the amount of $4,632.98, pursuant to contract #DIR-CPO-4813, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Agreement # 2023136 between the Williamson County Information Technology Department and IES Communications, LLC for Fiber Riser on the Jail 3rd floor in the amount of $4,632.98, pursuant to Contract # DIR-CPO-4813, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Laserfiche Annual Support agreement #2023140 from MCCi, LLC in the amount of $97,658.10, pursuant to BuyBoard cooperative contract #625-20, and authorizing execution of the quote.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the Laserfiche Annual Support Agreement # 2023140 from MCCi, LLC in the amount of $97,658.10, pursuant to the BuyBoard Cooperative Contract # 625-20, and authorize the execution of the quote.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving agreement #2023144 for Forescout software license from Free It Data Solutions, Inc. in the amount of $79,774.50, pursuant to DIR cooperative contract #DIR-TSO-4288, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve Agreement # 2023144 for Forescout software license from Free It Data Solutions, Inc. in the amount of $79,774.50, pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract # DIR-TSO-4288 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving purchase #2023145 for FY23 Cradlepoint maintenance from GTS Technology Solutions, Inc. in the amount of $55,574.70 pursuant to DIR cooperative contract #DIR-CPO-4751.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Purchase # 2023145 for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 Cradlepoint maintenance from GTS Technology Solutions, Inc. in the amount of $55,574.70 pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract # DIR-CPO-4751.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving agreement #2023146 for a digital forensics application license conversion from Cellebrite, Inc. at no cost to Williamson County and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Agreement # 2023146 for a digital forensics application license conversion from Cellebrite, Inc. at no cost to Williamson County and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving agreement #2023147 for Electronic Recovery and Access to Data (ERAD) Recovery Enterprise Agreement with ERAD Group, Inc. for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $3,000.00, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Agreement # 2023147 for Electronic Recovery and Access to Data (ERAD) Recovery Enterprise Agreement with ERAD Group, Inc. for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $3,000.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Contract #T2585 Jail Pharmaceuticals, renewal option period #2, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract with Westwood Pharmacy for the 12-month term of April 19, 2023 - April 18, 2024.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the extension of Contract # T2585 Jail Pharmaceuticals, renewal option period # 2, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract with Westwood Pharmacy for the (12) month term of April 19, 2023 through April 18, 2024.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for a 2-Ton Mini Split Unit for the IDF Room at Williamson County Justice Center, under IFB #23IFB45.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for a 2-Ton Mini Split Unit for the Intermediate Distribution Frame (IDF) Room at Williamson County Justice Center under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 23IFB45.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ #21RFSQ2 providing continuing engineering services for North Jail Chiller Analysis to Johnston, LLC in the amount up to $15,000.00 and authorize execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To award Request for Quote (RFQ) # 21RFSQ2 providing continuing engineering services for North Jail Chiller Analysis to Johnston, LLC in the amount up to $15,000.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Standby Generator for Data Center, under RFP# 23RFP43. The Funding Source is P614.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Standby Generator for Data Center under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 23RFP43 to be funded by P-614.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving contract #2023131 with Dudley Hill D/B/A Quality Carpet and Floors for the replacement of flooring at the Central Texas Treatment Center, in the amount of $4,590.00 and authorizing the purchase.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Contract # 2023131 with Dudley Hill D/B/A Quality Carpet and Floors for the replacement of flooring at the Central Texas Treatment Center in the amount of $4,590.00 and authorize the purchase.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Portland Cement for Road and Bridge Department, under IFB #23IFB47.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Portland Cement for Road and Bridge Department under Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 23IFB47.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Contract #T3353 Cast in Place Concrete Contract, renewal option period #2, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract with RHB Construction for the 12-month term of April 19, 2023 - April 18, 2024.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To authorize the extension of Contract # T3353 Cast in Place Concrete Contract, renewal option period # 2, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract with RHB Construction for the (12) month term of April 19, 2023 through April 18, 2024.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving contract #2023133 for Foam Mixing Operations Training by Nueces Power Equipment for the Road and Bridge Department in the amount of $5,550.00, exempting this service from the competitive bidding requirements established by Section 262.024 (a)(4) [a personal service], and authorizing the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Contract # 2023133 for Foam Mixing Operations Training by Nueces Power Equipment for the Road and Bridge Department in the amount of $5,550.00, exempt this service from the competitive bidding requirements established by Section 262.024(a)(4) [a personal service], and authorize the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 5 under Williamson County Contract between KC Engineering, Inc and Williamson County dated March 24, 2020 for Engineering Redesign Services for CR 307 Reconstruction. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $155,465.00. Funding source: P394. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 5 under Williamson County contract between KC Engineering, Inc and the Williamson County Infrastructure Department, dated March 24, 2020 for Engineering Redesign Services for County Road (CR) 307 Reconstruction. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $155,465.00 to be funded by P-394.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 7A subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 7A subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 9:41 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2023.
 
28.
9:30 am Conduct public hearing relating to a request to move surplus salary dollars for retention request within the District Clerk's Office for PCN 0733 and discuss(1) the reason for the payment in excess of the previously approved budget amount, including the purpose that will be served by making the excess payment;and (2) the exact amount of the excess payment, the sources of the payment, and the terms for distribution of the payment that effect and maintain the public purpose to be served by making excess payment.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown
District Clerk Lisa David
Barbara Desjardin of Georgetown
 
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 9:54 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2023.
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on additional funding for PCN 0733, Deputy District Clerk.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve additional funding for Position Control Number (PCN) 0733, Deputy District Clerk.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
30.
Hear presentation and discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recommended changes to positions for Salary Study 5b. 
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Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons
 
 

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

Motion: To approve the recommended changes to positions for Salary Study 5b.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer from Non-Departmental. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the attached line item transfers from Non-Departmental.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0509.001100 Full Time Salaries $20,000.00
To 0100.0509.001110 Overtime $20,000.00

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a request to apply for grant funding through the Bureau of Justice Assistance for support of the Williamson County Misdemeanor DWI/Drug Court Program.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To apply for grant funding through the Bureau of Justice Assistance for support of the Williamson County Misdemeanor Driving While Intoxicated (DWI)/Drug Court Program.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on ratifying and approving a Resolution authorizing the District Attorney to submit an application to the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office (PSO) for a Violence Against Women Justice and Training Program, FY2024 Project grant, committing to provide all applicable matching funds, designating the Williamson County Judge as the official authorized to accept, reject, alter, or terminate the grant, and providing assurance that, in the event of loss or misuse of grant funds Williamson County will return all funds to the PSO.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To ratify and approve a Resolution authorizing the District Attorney to submit an application to the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office (PSO) for a Violence Against Women Justice and Training Program, Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Project grant, committing to provide all applicable matching funds, designating the Williamson County Judge as the official authorized to accept, reject, alter, or terminate the grant, and providing assurance that, in the event of loss or misuse of grant funds Williamson County will return all funds to the Public Safety Office (PSO).

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an approval for Juvenile Services to apply for a grant through the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) to provide contract services to youths.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To apply for a grant through the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) for Juvenile Services to provide contract services to youths.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Williamson County Budget Workshop Meeting to be held by the Williamson County Commissioners Court at the Georgetown Annex, 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, Texas 78626 on February 15, 2023 at 8:30 A.M.
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This item was pulled from the agenda.
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an Infrastructure and Capital Improvement Projects Meeting to be held by the Williamson County Commissioners Court in the Commissioners Courtroom, 710 Main Street, in Georgetown, Texas on Friday, February 17, 2023 at 9:30 A.M.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an Infrastructure and Capital Improvement Projects Meeting to be held by the Williamson County Commissioners Court in the Commissioners Courtroom, 710 Main Street, in Georgetown, Texas on Friday, February 17, 2023 at 9:30 A.M.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving agreement #2023138 for an A3000 expansion of Storage from Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC in the amount of $197,644.28, pursuant to DIR cooperative contract #DIR-TSO-3763.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve Agreement # 2023138 for an A3000 expansion of storage from Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC in the amount of $197,644.28, pursuant to the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract # DIR-TSO-3763.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #23IFB20 Asphalt Emulsions to Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc., Wright Asphalt Products Company, LLC, and Martin Asphalt Company based on lowest and best bid for a particular location or type of material for Road and Bridge Department.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 23IFB20 Asphalt Emulsions to Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc., Wright Asphalt Products Company, LLC, and Martin Asphalt Company based on lowest and best bid for a particular location or type of material for Road and Bridge Department.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate on awarding IFB #23IFB22 County Road Seal Coat FY23, to the lowest and best bidder, CK Newberry LLC in the amount of $2,079,103.00, and authorize execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 23IFB22 County Road Seal Coat Fiscal Year (FY) 2023, to the lowest and best bidder, CK Newberry LLC in the amount of $2,079,103.00, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on transferring $1,000,000 from P617 (Road and Bridge Unallocated) to P622 (CR 207 Widening). 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To transfer $1,000,000.00 from P-617 (Road and Bridge Unallocated) to P-622 (County Road (CR) 207 Widening).

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 2 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) and Williamson County dated April 26, 2016 for Foam Asphalt Pavement Design. This Contract Amendment No 2 will allow for an increase in the compensation cap from $90,000.00 to $180,000.00 and extends the terms of the Agreement. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004160.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve Contract Amendment No. 2 under Williamson County contract for Engineering Services between Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) and the Williamson County Infrastructure Department dated April 26, 2016 for Foam Asphalt Pavement Design. This Contract Amendment No. 2 will allow for an increase in the compensation cap from $90,000.00 to $180,000.00 and extends the terms of the agreement to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004160.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the Ranch to Market Road (RM) 2243 People-to-Jobs Connector Grant Application and Financial Commitment Letter, with a commitment to contribute to the local match if the project is selected for funding.  Funding Source:  2019 Road Bond Funds
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve the Ranch to Market Road (RM) 2243 People-to-Jobs Connector Grant Application and Financial Commitment Letter, with a commitment to contribute to the local match if the project is selected for funding to be funded by 2019 Road Bond funds.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn a Temporary Construction Easement required for the construction of the Southeast Loop. (Naivar/ Parcel 72TCE) Funding Source: Road Bonds P332
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn a Temporary Construction Easement required for the construction of the Southeast Loop (Naivar/ Parcel 72TCE) to be funded by Road Bonds P-332.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Chester and Duane Cotter for 0.154 acres of ROW needed on CR 255. (PARCEL 30)  Funding Source: LRTP P457
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Chester and Duane Cotter for 0.154 acres of the right-of-way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 255 (PARCEL 30) to be funded by Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) P-457.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Amelia L. Valdez, Anita L. Martinez and Irene L. Torrez for 18.796 acres of ROW and 0.01 acres for a drainage easement needed on the Hero Way project. (PARCEL 211) Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Amelia L. Valdez, Anita L. Martinez and Irene L. Torrez for 18.796 acres of the right-of-way (ROW) and 0.01 acres for a drainage easement needed on the Hero Way Project (PARCEL 211) to be funded by Road Bonds P-326.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with WMV Hutto 390 DE, LLC for 13.433 acres and 3.988 acres of ROW needed on the SE Loop Segment 2 project. (PARCEL 41) Funding Source: TANS P588
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with WMV Hutto 390 DE, LLC for 13.433 acres and 3.988 acres of the right-of-way (ROW) needed on the Southeast (SE) Loop Segment 2 Project (PARCEL 41) to be funded by Tax Anticipation Notes (TANS) P-588.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Temporary Right of Entry agreement with Brandy Powell Weaver for survey needed on the CR 255 project (Parcel 41). Funding Source: LRTP P457
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Temporary Right of Entry agreement with Brandy Powell Weaver for a survey needed on the County Road (CR) 255 Project (Parcel 41) to be funded by Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) P-457.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Sasha M. Tingle for 0.056 AC needed as ROW for the CR 255 project (Parcel 4). Funding Source: LRTP P457
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Sasha M. Tingle for 0.056 acres (AC) needed as the right-of-way (ROW) for the County Road (CR) 255 Project (Parcel 4) to be funded by Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) P-457.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Long-range Transportation Plan (LRTP), corridor projects and right-of-way acquisition. 
View Agenda Item
No action was taken on this item.
 
51.
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.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Director of Emergency Management Michael Shoe
 

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

Motion: To ratify Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.’s consent and approval on a Texas Commission On Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Request For Approval of Temporary Debris Management Site for Debris Resulting from Declared State or Federal Disaster in relation to use of County Right of Way located at 9100 SH 195, Florence, Texas for storing and burning debris from Winter Storm Mara.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an update for the 88th Legislative Session.
No action was taken on this item.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:40 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2023.
 
53.
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.
          y)  Discuss the acquisition of 321 Ed Schmidt Blvd., #300, Hutto, Texas

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
     i)    Lease of property located 747 County Rd. 138 Hutto, 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.
 
54.
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.
 
55.
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:
1. EEOC Charge #_____________________ - K.B.
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.
 
56.
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.
 
57.
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.
 
58.
Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices; or security audits in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center/Williamson County Courthouse (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:09 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2023.
 
59.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
60.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
61.
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:
1. EEOC Charge #_____________________ - K.B.
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.
 

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

B2) Motion: To approve a Settlement Agreement in relation to 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.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
 
62.
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.
 
63.
Comments from Commissioners.
Commissioner Valerie Covey wished everyone a Happy Valentine's Day.
 
 
64.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Sarah Bolton of Georgetown
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:10 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2023.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 21st day of February 2023.


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

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