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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JUNE 13, 2023


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:31 A.M. on TUESDAY, JUNE 13, 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 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
  • Bill Fairbrother, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion:To approve the minutes of the June 6, 2023 meeting.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
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 Gravell, Jr. abstained in regard to payment to invoices for James Construction (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion:To authorize the payment of bills totaling $11,552,483.02 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 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 3 – 25 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for EMS.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for EMS.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-005700 Vehicles > $5,000 $7,000.00
To 0100-0540-003311 Uniforms $7,000.00

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

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for EMS.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-005700 Vehicles > $5,000 $57,000.00
To 0100-0540-004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maint $57,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Park's Department. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for the Parks Department.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0510-004510 Facility Repairs $35,000.00
To 0100-0409-000777 Transfer to Capital Projects $35,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Park's Department. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for the Parks Department.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0510-004510 Facility Repairs $2,372.26
To 0100-0510-000777 Transfer to Capital Projects $2,372.26

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Sheriff's Department. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for the Sheriff's Department.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0560-004511 Firing Range Maint. and Repair $21,000.00
To 0100-0409-000777 Transfer to Capital Projects $21,000.00

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

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for the Corrections Department.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0570-001105 Corrections/LE FT Salaries $775,000.00
From 0100-0570-001100 Corrections/FullTime Salaries $200,000.00
To 0100-0570-001110 Corrections/Overtime $975,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-000777 Transfer to Capital Projects $800,000.00
To 0200-0210-004100 Professional Services $800,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of May 2023 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, May 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, May 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, May 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, May 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointment of Eric N. Stratton to the Cap Metro Board of Directors for a three-year term beginning July 1, 2023, and ending on June 30, 2026. 
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the reappointment of Eric N. Stratton to the Cap Metro Board of Directors for a three-year term beginning July 1, 2023, and ending on June 30, 2026.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a $210,000 Notice of Grant Award (NOGA) from the Texas Veterans Commission-Fund for Veterans Assistance Grant R-2022-06006 for the Williamson County Veterans Treatment Court Program.
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a $210,000 Notice of Grant Award (NOGA) from the Texas Veterans Commission-Fund for Veterans Assistance Grant R-2022-06006 for the Williamson County Veterans Treatment Court Program.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the Williamson County Veterans Service Office to accept a grant from the Texas Veterans Commission (Funds for Veterans Assistance) in the amount of $210,000 FY 2024.
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve authorizing the Williamson County Veterans Service Office to accept a grant from the Texas Veterans Commission (Funds for Veterans Assistance) in the amount of $210,000 FY 2024.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on updating the Williamson County Purchasing Policy as it pertains to Cooperative Purchasing.
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve updates to the Williamson County Purchasing Policy as it pertains to Cooperative Purchasing.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving software purchase and agreement #2023222 between Williamson County and Fifth Asset, Inc. dba Debtbook in the amount of $4,500.00 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve software purchase and agreement #2023222 between Williamson County and Fifth Asset, Inc. dba Debtbook in the amount of $4,500.00 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Services Contract #2023205 between Williamson County and Trupp HR, Inc., for the total amount of $19,500.00, and authorizing the execution of the contract.
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve Services Contract #2023205 between Williamson County and Trupp HR, Inc., for the total amount of $19,500.00, and authorize the execution of the contract.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Services and Purchase Contract #2023220 between Ti Training LE LLC and Williamson County for the not-to-exceed amount of $4,999.00, and exempting TI Training LE LLC from the competitive bidding requirements for said service established by Section 262.024.(a)(7)(D) [Captive Replacement Parts and Components for Equipment] of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions, and authorizing the purchase.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Services and Purchase Contract #2023220 between Ti Training LE LLC and Williamson County for the not-to-exceed amount of $4,999.00, and exempting TI Training LE LLC from the competitive bidding requirements for said service established by Section 262.024.(a)(7)(D) [Captive Replacement Parts and Components for Equipment] of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions, and authorize the purchase.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase contract #2023226 for the purchase of arena panels and bow gates for Williamson County Expo Center from Priefert Mfg. Co., Inc., in the amount of $13,370.38 pursuant to TIPS Contract #200501 and authorizing the execution of the contract.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve purchase contract #2023226 for the purchase of arena panels and bow gates for Williamson County Expo Center from Priefert Mfg. Co., Inc., in the amount of $13,370.38 pursuant to TIPS Contract #200501 and authorize the execution of the contract.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (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 Electronic Payment Processing for Tax Assessor-Collector, under RFP #23RFP82.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Electronic Payment Processing for Tax Assessor-Collector, under RFP #23RFP82.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Agreement #2023199 with Hill's Pet Nutrition Sales, Inc. whereby vendor provides and/or makes available select Hill’s® brand pet food on an as-needed basis, under specified terms, to support the operations of the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter, and exempting this purchase from the competitive bidding requirements per Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024.(a)(8) [an item of food], and authorizing execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Agreement #2023199 with Hill's Pet Nutrition Sales, Inc. whereby vendor provides and/or makes available select Hill’s® brand pet food on an as-needed basis, under specified terms, to support the operations of the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter, and exempting this purchase from the competitive bidding requirements per Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024.(a)(8) [an item of food], and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a request for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to apply for a grant to aid in the care of shelter animals from Petco Love.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a request for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to apply for a grant to aid in the care of shelter animals from Petco Love.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 4 under Williamson County Contract between HNTB Corporation and Williamson County dated December 17, 2019 for Annual Fiscal Year Work Authorization. The funding source is Road and Bridge.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 4 under Williamson County Contract between HNTB Corporation and Williamson County dated December 17, 2019 for Annual Fiscal Year Work Authorization.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding closing a portion of existing CR 258 and detouring traffic during construction of the CR 258 Extension project, a 2013 Road Bond Project in Precinct 2.  Project: P277
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve closing a portion of existing CR 258 and detouring traffic during construction of the CR 258 Extension project, a 2013 Road Bond Project in Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve an Order for Interment by cremation of deceased (Orlando Ray Davis) who passed away in Williamson County, Texas where there has been an inquest by the Justice of the Peace Pct 1 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 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion:To approve an Order for Interment by cremation of deceased (Orlando Ray Davis) who passed away in Williamson County, Texas where there has been an inquest by the Justice of the Peace Pct 1 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.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on gap funding for grant funded position of Program Case Manager for County Court 2.
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County Court at Law 2 Judge Laura Barker addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve gap funding for grant funded position of Program Case Manager for County Court 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss the opportunity for Williamson County Sheriff's Office to participate in the Heart of Texas Auto Theft Task Force (HOTATTF).
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Chief Deputy Sheriff Pat Erickson addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an exception to policy with the attached compensation changes.
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve an exception to policy for the attached compensation changes.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding government and non-governmental vehicle reimbursement rates to be effective October 1, 2023.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve government and non-governmental vehicle reimbursement rates to be effective October 1, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on revised park fees for River Ranch County Park.
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
Senior Parks Director Russell Fishbeck addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve revised park fees for River Ranch County Park.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on renaming Corridor E (from state hwy 130 to IH 35) "East Wilco Highway".
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve renaming Corridor E (from state hwy 130 to IH 35) "East Wilco Highway".

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a legal services agreement with the Law Office of Steven L. Lee, P.C. to provide legal ethics advice and legal ethics-related representation of Assistant Williamson County Attorney Jennifer Amanda Kate Rice; and exemption of those services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4); and further find that funding such agreement serves a public interest and not merely a private interest, and that any alleged act or omission of said attorney in relation to Cause No. 22-03702-3; State of Texas v. Ryan Wade Shackleford; County Court at Law No. 3; Williamson County, Texas was performed while acting in good faith and within the scope of her official duties as an Assistant Williamson County Attorney.
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a legal services agreement with the Law Office of Steven L. Lee, P.C. to provide legal ethics advice and legal ethics-related representation of Assistant Williamson County Attorney Jennifer Amanda Kate Rice; and exemption of those services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4); and further find that funding such agreement serves a public interest and not merely a private interest, and that any alleged act or omission of said attorney in relation to Cause No. 22-03702-3; State of Texas v. Ryan Wade Shackleford; County Court at Law No. 3; Williamson County, Texas was performed while acting in good faith and within the scope of her official duties as an Assistant Williamson County Attorney.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a District Office Lease Contract between Representative Terry M. Wilson, a Member of the House of Representatives of the State of Texas; the Committee on House Administration of the Texas House of Representatives of the State of Texas, as Lessee; and Williamson County, Texas, as Lessor, for the office space located at Williamson County Courthouse, 710 Main Street, Suite 242, Georgetown, Texas 78626, for a term commencing January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2022.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve a District Office Lease Contract between Representative Terry M. Wilson, a Member of the House of Representatives of the State of Texas; the Committee on House Administration of the Texas House of Representatives of the State of Texas, as Lessee; and Williamson County, Texas, as Lessor, for the office space located at Williamson County Courthouse, 710 Main Street, Suite 242, Georgetown, Texas 78626, for a term commencing January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a District Office Lease Contract between Representative Terry M. Wilson, a Member of the House of Representatives of the State of Texas; the Committee on House Administration of the Texas House of Representatives of the State of Texas, as Lessee; and Williamson County, Texas, as Lessor, for the office space located at Williamson County Courthouse, 710 Main Street, Suite 242, Georgetown, Texas 78626, for a term commencing January 1, 2023 and ending December 31, 2024.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a District Office Lease Contract between Representative Terry M. Wilson, a Member of the House of Representatives of the State of Texas; the Committee on House Administration of the Texas House of Representatives of the State of Texas, as Lessee; and Williamson County, Texas, as Lessor, for the office space located at Williamson County Courthouse, 710 Main Street, Suite 242, Georgetown, Texas 78626, for a term commencing January 1, 2023 and ending December 31, 2024.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action canceling Commissioners Court for Tuesday, July 11, 2023 due to lack of quorum.
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve canceling Commissioners Court for Tuesday, July 11, 2023 due to lack of quorum.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a Special Session of Commissioners Court to be held on Monday, July 10, 2023 at 8:30 A.M. to consider the agenda that would normally be presented in the Regular Session for Tuesday, July 11, 2023.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a Special Session of Commissioners Court to be held on Monday, July 10, 2023 at 8:30 A.M. to consider the agenda that would normally be presented in the Regular Session for Tuesday, July 11, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a subrecipient grant agreement between Williamson County and Coupland Water Supply Corporation for Infrastructure improvements to public water and wastewater systems serving the community for reimbursement under The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
View Agenda Item
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
Coupland Water Supply Corporation President Steven Voelker addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a subrecipient grant agreement between Williamson County and Coupland Water Supply Corporation for Infrastructure improvements to public water and wastewater systems serving the community for reimbursement under The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Interlocal Agreement for Fire Code review and enforcement between Williamson County Emergency Services District No. 9 and Williamson County.
View Agenda Item
Williamson County Fire Marshal Hank Jones addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve an Interlocal Agreement for Fire Code review and enforcement between Williamson County Emergency Services District No. 9 and Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #23IFB27 Brushy Creek and Fern Bluff Intersections Phase 2 Milling and Overlay to Bennett Paving, Inc. in the not-to-exceed amount of $822,603.27 and authorize execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve awarding IFB #23IFB27 Brushy Creek and Fern Bluff Intersections Phase 2 Milling and Overlay to Bennett Paving, Inc. in the not-to-exceed amount of $822,603.27 and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 7 in the amount of $4,332.41 for Project 2138 CR 101 (James Construction Group) P: 269 Funding Source: Road Bond.
View Agenda Item
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained from voting on this item (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 7 in the amount of $4,332.41 for Project 2138 CR 101 (James Construction Group) P: 269 Funding Source: Road Bond.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Abstain)
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 3 to the Corridor C (SH 29 Bypass) contract between Williamson County and Atkins North American, Inc. relating to the Road Bond Program. Project: P459 Fund Source: Road Bonds
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 3 to the Corridor C (SH 29 Bypass) contract between Williamson County and Atkins North American, Inc. relating to the Road Bond Program.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Corridor J2 (FM 2843 to SH 195) contract between Williamson County and Kimley Horn & Associates, Inc. relating to the LTP Corridor Program. Project: P585 Fund Source: LTP Corridor
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Corridor J2 (FM 2843 to SH 195) contract between Williamson County and Kimley Horn & Associates, Inc. relating to the LTP Corridor Program.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Ronald Reagan Corridor Segment C contract between Williamson County and Volkert, Inc. relating to the LTP Corridor Program. Project: P386  Fund Source: Corridor
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Ronald Reagan Corridor Segment C contract between Williamson County and Volkert, Inc. relating to the LTP Corridor Program.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (3.468 acres for ROW and 1.67 acres for a drainage easement) required for the construction of Bagdad Road. (Boyd F. Henry/ Parcel 25) Funding Source: Road Bonds P343
View Agenda Item
Boyd F. Henry addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (3.468 acres for ROW and 1.67 acres for a drainage easement) required for the construction of Bagdad Road. (Boyd F. Henry/ Parcel 25) Funding Source: Road Bonds P343

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.596 AC, 0.236 AC, 0.01 AC for ROW and 0.085 AC for a drainage easement) required for the construction of Hero Way / RM 2243. (Roy and Alice Kuchera/ Parcel 206 Parts 1 & 2) Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
View Agenda Item
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.596 AC, 0.236 AC, 0.01 AC for ROW and 0.085 AC for a drainage easement) required for the construction of Hero Way / RM 2243. (Roy and Alice Kuchera/ Parcel 206 Parts 1 & 2) Funding Source: Road Bonds P326

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (35.855 acres for ROW and 0.371 acres and 0.122 acres for drainage easements) required for the construction of Hero Way / RM 2243. (CSM- Mason Family LP/ Parcel 209) Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
View Agenda Item
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (35.855 acres for ROW and 0.371 acres and 0.122 acres for drainage easements) required for the construction of Hero Way / RM 2243. (CSM- Mason Family LP/ Parcel 209) Funding Source: Road Bonds P326

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn for utility easements (0.029 acres, 0.144 acres and 0.117 acres) required for the construction of CR 332. (Rosa Aguado and Pedro Aguado / Parcels 4AE / 4E / 5WE) Funding Source: Road Bonds P366
View Agenda Item
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn for utility easements (0.029 acres, 0.144 acres and 0.117 acres) required for the construction of CR 332. (Rosa Aguado and Pedro Aguado / Parcels 4AE / 4E / 5WE) Funding Source: Road Bonds P366

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
49.
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 10:47 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 13, 2023.
 
50.
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: CR 332
                b)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
                c)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 255. 
                d)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 111.
                e)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
                 f)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for future SH 29 corridor. 
                g)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Hero Way.
                h)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
                 i)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
                 j)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
                k)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for SE Loop/Corridor A. 
                 l)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
               m)   Discuss the acquisition of drainage/detention easements for real property North of WMCO Juvenile Detention Center
                n)   Discuss acquisition of right of way for Corridor E.
                o)   Discuss acquisition of right of way for Liberty Hill Bypass.
                p)   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)    Sale 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
View Agenda Item
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
51.
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
     h) Project Skyfall
      i) Project Stamper
      j) Project Soul Train
View Agenda Item
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
52.
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. 1:21-cv-00074-LY; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
3. 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
4. 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
5. 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
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
10. Cause No. 22-0916-C368; Chris Noel Carlin v. Christopher Davis and Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. 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
19. 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
20. Cause No. 23-0297-C368; Texas Fair Defense Project v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
c. EEOC/TWC matters:
1. EEOC Charge EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B.
d. Claims:
1. Employment Claims of Jenifer Favreau
e. Other:
1. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
2. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
3. Legal matters pertaining to DM Medical Billings, LLC.
4. Legal matters relating to proposed Hutto TIRZ #3.
5. Legal matters pertaining to nuisance abatement procedures.
6. 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.

 
53.
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.

 
54.
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.

 
55.
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 11:40 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 13, 2023.
 
56.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
57.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
58.
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. 1:21-cv-00074-LY; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
3. 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
4. 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
5. 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
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
10. Cause No. 22-0916-C368; Chris Noel Carlin v. Christopher Davis and Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. 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
19. 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
20. Cause No. 23-0297-C368; Texas Fair Defense Project v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
c. EEOC/TWC matters:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B.
d. Claims:
1. Employment Claims of Jenifer Favreau
e. Other:
1. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
2. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
3. Legal matters pertaining to DM Medical Billings, LLC.
4. Legal matters relating to proposed Hutto TIRZ #3.
5. Legal matters pertaining to nuisance abatement procedures.
6. 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.

 
59.
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.

 
60.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles thanked Gary Guthrie for his service to the Hutto community and wished him well in his retirement.

 
61.
Public Comment Period.
 

Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:41 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 13, 2023.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 27th day of June, 2023.


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

By: Bill Fairbrother, Deputy/Executive Assistant to County Clerk