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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
FEBRUARY 28, 2023


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:39 A.M. on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 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 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
  • Amanda Brown, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion: To approve the minutes of the February 14, 2023 and February 17, 2023 meetings.

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

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $18,548,326.14 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 3 – 32 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for EMS.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Medical Services (EMS):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-005700 Vehicles >$5,000.00 $50,000.00
To 0100-0540-003311 Uniforms $50,000.00

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of January 2023 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve property tax collections for the month of January 2023 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including One (1) 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Vin #1295, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicle(s) and equipment assets through Auction including (1) 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 1295, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on canceling Commissioners Court on Tuesday, March 14, 2023.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To cancel Commissioners Court on Tuesday, March 14, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the County Attorney December 2022 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the County Attorney December 2022 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure Section 103.005.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the County Attorney January 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the County Attorney January 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure Section 103.005.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, January 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with the Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 January 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with the Code of Criminal Procedure Section 103.005.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed qualifications for Financial Wellbeing Services and Support under RFQ #23RFSQ48.
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This item was pulled from the agenda.
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the Texas Department of Emergency Management (TDEM) regarding TDEM’s use of a vacant office located at the Williamson County EMS Building to serve as a location from which TDEM may operate to coordinate state emergency response, recovery, preparedness, and mitigation efforts.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the Texas Department of Emergency Management (TDEM) regarding TDEM’s use of a vacant office located at the Williamson County Emergency Management Services (EMS) building to serve as a location from which TDEM may operate to coordinate state emergency response, recovery, preparedness, and mitigation efforts.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Williamson County HazMat Response Team Organizational Assessment, Gap Analysis and Strategic Plan, under RFP #23RFP46.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Williamson County Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response Team Organizational Assessment Gap Analysis and Strategic Plan under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 23RFP46.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting a Smokey Mo's TX BBQ gift card donation in the amount of $20.00 to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 81.032. 
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To accept a Smokey Mo's TX BBQ gift card donation in the amount of $20.00 to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 81.032.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to accept a donation of (6) 16" LaRue Tactical PredatAR5.56 with Aimpoint Micro T-2 combo w/LT751 for Sheriff's Office SWAT pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 81.032.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To accept a donation of (6) 16" LaRue Tactical PredatAR5.56 with Aimpoint Micro T-2 combo w/LT751 for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 81.032.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving purchase quote #2023148 for Ballistic Shields from Galls, LLC in the amount of $79,040.00, pursuant to BuyBoard cooperative contract #603-20.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Quote # 2023148 for Ballistic Shields from Galls, LLC in the amount of $79,040.00, pursuant to the BuyBoard Cooperative Contract # 603-20 for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving agreement #2023139 between Williamson County and DNN, LLC for website license, support and renewal, in the amount of $35,532.25, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Agreement # 2023139 between the Williamson County Information Technology Department and DNN, LLC for website license, support and renewal, in the amount of $35,532.25, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the extension of contract #1612-131 Payroll Services for Existing Temporary Labor, renewal period four (4), for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to Evins Personnel Consultants, Inc., DBA Openwork, for the 12-month term of April 19, 2023 – April 18, 2024, and authorizing execution of the renewal agreement.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the extension of Contract # 1612-131 Payroll Services for Existing Temporary Labor, renewal period (4), for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to Evins Personnel Consultants, Inc., DBA Openwork, for the (12) month term of April 19, 2023 through April 18, 2024, and authorize the execution of the renewal agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Amendment #1 between Williamson County and Democracy Live, Inc. to extend the agreement term, and authorizing execution of the amendment.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Amendment # 1 between the Williamson County Elections Department and Democracy Live, Inc. to extend the agreement term, and authorize the execution of the amendment.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) through RFQ #T2086 for Materials Testing at the Juvenile Justice Center Addition for Geologic Assessment & Geotechnical Services to the most qualified firm, ECS Southwest, LLP, in the amount up to $34,900.00 and authorize execution of the agreement. Funding Source is P578.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) through Request for Quote (RFQ) # T2086 for Materials Testing at the Juvenile Justice Center Addition for Geologic Assessment & Geotechnical Services to the most qualified firm, ECS Southwest, LLP, in the amount up to $34,900.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by P-578.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for an Upgrade of the Irrigation Central Control System, under RFP# 23RFP49.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for an Upgrade of the Irrigation Central Control System under Request for Proposal (RFP) # 23RFP49.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving services contract #2023125 with Flooring Solutions, Inc., an authorized Shaw dealer, for the replacement of flooring at the Williamson County Court at Law No.5 in the amount of $21,922.00 pursuant to cooperative Sourcewell contract #080819-SII. Funding source is P595.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Services Contract # 2023125 with Flooring Solutions, Inc., an authorized Shaw dealer, for the replacement of flooring at the Williamson County Court at Law No. 5 in the amount of $21,922.00 pursuant to the Sourcewell Cooperative Contract # 080819-SII to be funded by P-595.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Vaughn Construction, Change Order No. 11 for the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center Addition Project (P530) in the amount of $165,080.00.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 11 for the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center Addition Project (P530) in the amount of $165,080.00.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Addendum #1 for IFB #23IFB26 Fleet Vehicles Fiscal Year 2023-2024 for various Williamson County Departments.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize Addendum # 1 for Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 23IFB26 Fleet Vehicles Fiscal Year 2023-2024 for various Williamson County Departments.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the extension of contract #22IFB93 Corrugated Metal Piping, renewal period #1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to Texas Corrugators for the 12-month term of May 17, 2023 - May 16, 2024, and authorizing execution of the renewal agreement.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the extension of Contract # 22IFB93 Corrugated Metal Piping, renewal period # 1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to Texas Corrugators for the (12) month term of May 17, 2023 through May 16, 2024, and authorize the execution of the renewal agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed qualifications for Engineering Services for Operational Improvements to the Parmer Lane at SH 45 interchange, under RFQ #23RFSQ15. Funding Source is P340.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed qualifications for Engineering Services for Operational Improvements to the Parmer Lane at State Highway (SH) 45 interchange, under Request for Quote (RFQ) # 23RFSQ15 to be funded by P-340.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed qualifications for Engineering Services for development of schematics and possible design of Corridor A2 from FM 3349 to SH 95, under RFQ #23RFSQ53. Funding source is Long Range Planning.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed qualifications for Engineering Services for development of schematics and possible design of Corridor A2 from Farm to Market (FM) 3349 to State Highway (SH) 95, under Request for Quote (RFQ) # 23RFSQ53 to be funded by Long Range Planning.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Resolution for a TxDOT Advance Funding Agreement for off-system bridge and roadway realignments.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Resolution for a Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Advance Funding Agreement for off-system bridge and roadway realignments.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Change Order No. 1, to contract 22IFB105 – Live Oak Ranch Sub Phase 1 Roadway and Drainage Improvements, in the amount of $78,200.00.  Funding Source is P487.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 to Contract 22IFB105 – Live Oak Ranch Sub Phase 1 Roadway and Drainage Improvements in the amount of $78,200.00 to be funded by P-487.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 7B subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the replat of Lot 3, Wild Plum Valley subdivision – Precinct 4.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the replat of Lot 3, Wild Plum Valley subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the replat of Lot 11, Florence Oaks Estates subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the replat of Lot 11, Florence Oaks Estates subdivision – Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve order for interment by cremation of deceased (Debra Denise Lacy) who passed away in Williamson County, TX where there has been no inquest by the Justice of the Peace and the County has discretion to inter, pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code § 711.002(e), and authorize Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an Order for Interment by Cremation of deceased (Debra Denise Lacy) who passed away in Williamson County, Texas where there has been no inquest by the Justice of the Peace and the County has discretion to inter, pursuant to Texas Health & Safety Code Section 711.002(e), and authorize Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a proclamation recognizing the extraordinary work and history of Dr. James Lee Dickey.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Proclamation recognizing the extraordinary work and history of Dr. James Lee Dickey.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:14 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2023.
 
35.
9:30 am Conduct a public hearing relating to a request from Commissioner Pct. 4 to transfer the funding for six position increases from Non-Departmental to the following Budgets : Sheriff’s Office, Corrections, County Attorney and District Attorney. Budget increases will be for the positions of Chief Deputy, Asst. Chief Deputy (3), and Chief Investigators (2) and discuss (#1) the reason for the funding transfer, including the public purpose that will be served by transferring the funding; and (#2) the exact amount of the funding transfer, the sources of the payment, and the terms for distribution of the payment that effect and maintain the public purpose to be served if any excess is needed.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown
 
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:23 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2023.
 
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on increasing funding for Position Control Numbers (PCN’s) 1346, 0338, 1242, 1307, 0050, and 0055. 
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Those who addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons
Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason
 

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

Motion: To increase funding for Position Control Numbers (PCN’s) 1246 (corrected from 1346), 0338, 1242, 1307, 0050, and 0055.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss and take appropriate action on the proposed amendments to the FY22 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project allocation.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the proposed amendments to the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Project allocation.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
38.
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:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown

No action was taken on this item.
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on updating page 21 of the Employee Policy Manual to reflect recent changes recommended by the Benefits Committee regarding benefits coverage eligibility. 
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To update page 21 of the Employee Policy Manual to reflect recent changes recommended by the Benefits Committee regarding benefits coverage eligibility.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the changes from Salary Study 5b for the District Attorney's office.  
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the changes from Salary Study 5b for the District Attorney's office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss and consider a funding request to increase the County supplement portion of the District Attorney's salary. 
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This item was pulled from the agenda and moved to next week's agenda.
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Jerry Goodrich for a two-year term on the Williamson County Historical Commission (WCHC) effective immediately and ending on December 31, 2024.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To appoint Jerry Goodrich for a two-year term on the Williamson County Historical Commission (WCHC) effective immediately and ending on December 31, 2024.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute a Lease Agreement with the Williamson County Crisis Center (D/B/A Hope Alliance) for lease of a County building to be used for a public purpose as a temporary auxiliary emergency shelter, effective April 1, 2023 and ending on March 31, 2025.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Lease Agreement with the Williamson County Crisis Center (D/B/A Hope Alliance) for lease of a county building to be used for a public purpose as a temporary auxiliary emergency shelter, effective April 1, 2023 and ending on March 31, 2025.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Sub-recipient Agreement with Williamson County Crisis Center (D/B/A Hope Alliance) for funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) (A.L.N.21.027) for the Temporary Auxiliary Emergency Shelter Program, effective April 1, 2023.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Sub-recipient Agreement with Williamson County Crisis Center (D/B/A Hope Alliance) for funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) (A.L.N.21.027) for the Temporary Auxiliary Emergency Shelter Program, effective April 1, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to accept funding through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program FY2022, Local Solicitation.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to accept funding through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program Fiscal Year (FY) 2022, Local Solicitation.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Brandy P. Miller, Ph.D., PC and Williamson County for Psychological Services for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office in the annual not-to-exceed amount of $15,0000 and exempting this agreement from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) a personal or professional service, and authorizing execution of the agreement attached.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the agreement between Brandy P. Miller, Ph.D., PC and Williamson County for Psychological Services for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office in the annual not-to-exceed amount of $15,000.00 and exempt this agreement from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(4) a personal or professional service, and authorize the execution of the attached agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Interlocal Agreement (ILA) between Williamson County and the City of Round Rock relating to the Southwest Williamson County Regional Park water meter relocation project and authorizing execution of the ILA.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Interlocal Agreement (ILA) between Williamson County and the City of Round Rock relating to the Southwest Williamson County Regional Park Water Meter Relocation Project and authorize the execution of the ILA.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of one (1) new Caterpillar Inc. Model: CB2.7GC Paving and Compaction machine, from Holt Cat, in the amount of $57,410.00 pursuant to Sourcewell Co-Op Contract #032119-CAT and authorizing the purchase.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the purchase of (1) new Caterpillar Inc. Model: CB2.7GC Paving and Compaction machine, from Holt Cat, in the amount of $57,410.00 pursuant to the Sourcewell Cooperative Contract # 032119-CAT and authorize the purchase.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving and executing Agreement to Extend Contract #1709-189 for Vending Machine Services with Mcliff Coffee and Vending to 90-day survivability.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve and execute the Agreement to Extend Contract #1709-189 for Vending Machine Services with Mcliff Coffee and Vending to 90-day survivability.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on rejecting proposals for RFP #23RFP35 Maintenance, Repair, Inspection, & Testing for Environmental Systems Technology (EST) Brand Devices and request that information related to competition be excepted pursuant to Texas Government Code 552.104 and authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals under the new RFP #23RFP50. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To reject proposals for Request for Proposal (RFP) # 23RFP35 Maintenance, Repair, Inspection, & Testing for Environmental Systems Technology (EST) Brand Devices and request that information related to the competition be excepted pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 552.104 and authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals under the new Request for Proposal (RFP) # 23RFP50.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on rejecting proposals for RFP #23RFP36 Maintenance, Repair, Inspection, & Testing for Honeywell Brand Devices and request that information related to competition be excepted pursuant to Texas Government Code 552.104 and authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals under the new RFP #23RFP51. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To reject proposals for Request for Proposal (RFP) # 23RFP36 Maintenance, Repair, Inspection, & Testing for Honeywell Brand Devices and request that information related to the competition be excepted pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 552.104 and authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals under the new Request for Proposal (RFP) # 23RFP51.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on rejecting proposals for RFP #23RFP37 Maintenance, Repair, Inspection, & Testing for Simplex Grinnell Brand Devices and request that information related to competition be excepted pursuant to Texas Government Code 552.104 and authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals under the new RFP #23RFP52. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To reject proposals for Request for Proposal (RFP) # 23RFP37 Maintenance, Repair, Inspection, & Testing for Simplex Grinnell Brand Devices and request that information related to the competition be excepted pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 552.104 and authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals under the new Request for Proposal (RFP) # 23RFP52.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
53.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #23RFP11 Electrical Infrastructure Maintenance & Installation Services “As Needed” Primary to the highest scoring proposers, Allied Electric Services as Primary and to Doyle Electric, LLC as Backup.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To award Request for Proposal (RFP) # 23RFP11 Electrical Infrastructure Maintenance & Installation Services “As Needed” Primary to the highest scoring proposers, Allied Electric Services as Primary and to Doyle Electric, LLC as Backup.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
54.
Receive the February 2023 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 

No action was taken on this item.
Attachments:
 
55.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $27,926.96 for Project T4327 Great Oaks Drive Improvements (DeNucci Constructors) P: 270 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $27,926.96 for Project T4327 Great Oaks Drive Improvements (DeNucci Constructors) to be funded by Road Bond P-270.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
56.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $11,820.42 for Project T4327 Great Oaks Drive Improvements (DeNucci Constructors) P: 270 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $11,820.42 for Project T4327 Great Oaks Drive Improvements (DeNucci Constructors) to be funded by Road Bond P-270.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
57.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $177,807.62 for Project T3346 Southeast Loop Segment 1 Phase 1 (James Construction Group, LLC) P: 463 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 

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

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $177,807.62 for Project T3346 Southeast Loop Segment 1 Phase 1 (James Construction Group, LLC) to be funded by Road Bond P-463.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Abstain)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
58.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $188,826.95 for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 Reconstruction (James Construction Group, LLC) P: 390 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $188,826.95 for Project 22IFB57 County Road (CR) 401 Reconstruction (James Construction Group, LLC) to be funded by Road Bond P-390.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Abstain)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
59.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #23IFB21 Ronald Reagan Blvd at Elizabeth Park Blvd Temporary Signals and Restriping to the lowest and best bidder, The Levy Company, Inc., in the amount of $216,902.22. Funding Source is P336.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 23IFB21 Ronald Reagan Boulevard (Blvd) at Elizabeth Park Boulevard (Blvd) Temporary Signals and Restriping to the lowest and best bidder, The Levy Company, Inc., in the amount of $216,902.22 to be funded by P-336.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
60.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #23IFB33 CR 404 Realignment to the lowest and best bidder, Capital Excavation Company, in the amount of $5,139,487.45. Funding Source is P391.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To award Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 23IFB33 County Road (CR) 404 Realignment to the lowest and best bidder, Capital Excavation Company, in the amount of $5,139,487.45 to be funded by P-391.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
61.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreed Final Judgment with Myra L. Valenta n/k/a Myra L. Page for 2.235 acres of right of way and 11,329 SF of waterline easement acquired on the CR 111 project (Parcel 19.2). Funding Source: Road Bonds P292
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an Agreed Final Judgment with Myra L. Valenta n/k/a Myra L. Page for 2.235 acres of the right-of-way and 11,329 square foot (SF) of waterline easement acquired on the County Road (CR) 111 Project (Parcel 19.2) to be funded by Road Bonds P-292.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
62.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Terri Leigh Alexander a/k/a Terri Jones Hanley and Susan Lynn Anderson a/k/a Susan Jones Anderson for 0.296 acres of right of way needed on the CR 279/Bagdad Rd. project (Parcel 18). Funding Source: Road Bonds P343
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Terri Leigh Alexander a/k/a Terri Jones Hanley and Susan Lynn Anderson a/k/a Susan Jones Anderson for 0.296 acres of the right-of-way needed on the County Road (CR) 279/Bagdad Road (Rd) Project (Parcel 18) to be funded by Road Bonds P-343.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
63.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action accepting a deed from 372 Terra Verde TX, LLC for 9.00 acres of dedicated right of way along CR 305 and CR 372.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
 

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

Motion: To accept a deed from 372 Terra Verde TX, LLC for 0.9 (corrected from 9.00) acres of dedicated right-of-way along County Road (CR) 305 and County Road (CR) 372.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
64.
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 THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:46 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2023.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:47 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2023.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:48 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2023.
 
65.
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
     j)    Discuss Right of Way for Southwestern Boulevard, Georgetown, 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
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown

No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
66.
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
     g)  Project Glee
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No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
67.
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.
Those who addressed the Court:
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill

No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
68.
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.
 
69.
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.
 
70.
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 11:38 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2023.
 
71.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
72.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
73.
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.
No action was taken on this item.
 
74.
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.
 
75.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
 
76.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:39 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2023.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 7th day of March, 2023.


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

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