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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
AUGUST 1, 2023


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:34 A.M. on TUESDAY, AUGUST 1, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
  • Bill Fairbrother, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion:To approve the minutes of the July 25, 2023 Commissioners Court Meeting.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
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.
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained in regard to payment to invoices for James Construction (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
Payroll/Operations Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To authorize the payment of bills totaling $5,657,804.74 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. ( Items 3 – 23 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Constable Pct. 1.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Constable Pct. 1.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0551-003900 Membership Dues $400.00
From 0100-0551-003901 Publications/Books/Periodical $600.00
From 0100-0551-003003 Radio Equipment < $5,000 $200.00
From 0100-0551-003002 Vehicle Equipment < $5,000 $100.00
From 0100-0551-003005 Office Furniture < $5,000 $200.00
From 0100-0551-003311 Uniforms $1,700.00
To 0100-0551-003008 Law Enforcement Equipment < $5,000 $1,500.00
To 0100-0551-004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maint $1,700.00

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

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Juvenile Services.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0576-003010 Computer Equipment $9,000.00
To 0100-0576-005003 Equipment $9,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Facilities.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0509-004962 Janitorial Services $22,500.00
To 0100-0509-004810 Landscape Services $15,000.00
To 0100-0509-003001 Tools & Equipment <$5k $7,500.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Road and Bridge.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005200 Right of Way $20,000.00
To 0200-0210-004232 Training, Conf., Seminars $20,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting a donation to Williamson County Juvenile Services from St. Richards Episcopal Church in the amount of $250.00 for School Supplies.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To accept a donation to Williamson County Juvenile Services from St. Richards Episcopal Church in the amount of $250.00 for School Supplies.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 7/01/2023 through 7/31/2023.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To accept the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 7/01/2023 through 7/31/2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 7/01/2023 through 7/31/2023.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To accept the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 7/01/2023 through 7/31/2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 7/01/2023 through 7/31/2023.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To accept the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 7/01/2023 through 7/31/2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreement between Williamson County and Hill Country Dog Center, LLC relating to the exchange between the parties of two Law Enforcement K9s for the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an Agreement between Williamson County and Hill Country Dog Center, LLC relating to the exchange between the parties of two Law Enforcement K9s for the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Strategic Plan and Implementation Plan update.
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This item has been moved to regular agenda.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
Precinct 3 Project Manager Rachel Arnold addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a blanket purchase order for fuel to Fuelman Fuel Cards in the amount of $100,000.00 pursuant to Omnia Partners co-op contract #R211101.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a blanket purchase order for fuel to Fuelman Fuel Cards in the amount of $100,000.00 pursuant to Omnia Partners co-op contract #R211101.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Agreement #2023250 between Williamson County and MCCI, for (15) Laserfiche Annual Software Subscriptions in the amount of $3,375.00, pursuant to BuyBoard contract #625-20, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve Agreement #2023250 between Williamson County and MCCI, for (15) Laserfiche Annual Software Subscriptions in the amount of $3,375.00, pursuant to BuyBoard contract #625-20, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement #2023252 between Williamson County and Mythics, LLC, in the amount of $31,866.00 pursuant to Omnia Partners contract #R190801, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Agreement #2023252 between Williamson County and Mythics, LLC, in the amount of $31,866.00 pursuant to Omnia Partners contract #R190801, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for EMS Medical Supplies under IFB #23IFB99.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for EMS Medical Supplies under IFB #23IFB99.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Medical Grade Oxygen, under IFB #23IFB100.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Medical Grade Oxygen, under IFB #23IFB100.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Contract #T1289 Landscaping for Williamson County Parks Contract Renewal Period #2, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract with Heart of Texas Landscape and Irrigation Co. for the term of October 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To authorize the extension of Contract #T1289 Landscaping for Williamson County Parks Contract Renewal Period #2, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract with Heart of Texas Landscape and Irrigation Co. for the term of October 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension to Contract #T2104 Irrigation Maintenance and Repair Services contract renewal period #3 with American Irrigation Repair LLC for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract per attached documentation and spreadsheet, for the 12-month term of October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To authorize the extension to Contract #T2104 Irrigation Maintenance and Repair Services contract renewal period #3 with American Irrigation Repair LLC for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract per attached documentation and spreadsheet, for the 12-month term of October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between RVE, Inc., dba RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture and Williamson County, dated August 4, 2020, for Planning, Design and Engineering Services.  This is a time extension only contract for a termination date of August 1, 2023.  Funding Source is P551.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Supplemental Work Authorization 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract between RVE, Inc., dba RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture and Williamson County, dated August 4, 2020, for Planning, Design and Engineering Services.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 4 in the amount of $600,000.00 to expire on October 1, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Alliance Transportation Group, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 10, 2020 for Transportation Planning, Modeling and Studies. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve Work Authorization No 4 in the amount of $600,000.00 to expire on October 1, 2023 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Alliance Transportation Group, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 10, 2020 for Transportation Planning, Modeling and Studies.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Lariat Section 7 subdivision – Precinct 2.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the final plat for the Lariat Section 7 subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the August 1, 2023 Wellness Update.
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to execute each of the following Symetra Life Insurance Company Certificate of Coverage documents changing the employee waiting period from sixty days first of the month following to thirty days first of the month following:
  • Symetra Life Insurance Policy Rider Certificate
  • Symetra Voluntary Long Term Disability Certificate of Coverage
  • Symetra Short Term Disability Certificate of Coverage
View Agenda Item
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To execute each of the following Symetra Life Insurance Company Certificate of Coverage documents changing the employee waiting period from sixty days first of the month following to thirty days first of the month following:
- Symetra Life Insurance Policy Rider Certificate
- Symetra Voluntary Long Term Disability Certificate of Coverage
- Symetra Short Term Disability Certificate of Coverage

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on moving position control numbers (PCN's) 0338, 1242, 1307, and 1246 from the B (Civilian) chart to the L (Law Enforcement) or C (Corrections) chart.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
Sheriff Mike Gleason addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve moving position control numbers (PCN's) 0338, 1242, 1307, and 1246 from the B (Civilian) chart to the L (Law Enforcement) or C (Corrections) chart which ends at 14 years of service.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on compensation changes within the Williamson County Conservation Fund.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion:To approve compensation changes within the Williamson County Conservation Fund.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the billing structure for Non-County Dispatched agencies shared cost plan.
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County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
Senior Director of Emergency Services Chris Connealy addressed the Court.
Chief Information Officer Richard Semple addressed the Court.
 
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve the billing structure for non-county dispatched agencies shared cost plan, including the following:

  1. Charge of $25.14 per call
  2. Call volume for the purpose of FY23-24 billing will be captured during the period of October 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024
  3. Agencies that seek to join Williamson County dispatch as a newly dispatched agency will have their call volume estimated based upon a similarly situated agency
  4. A one-time set up fee for new agencies will be assessed
  5. Mutual aid calls will not be separated out but will be included in the total for the responding agency.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal for Dispatch and Technology Services between Williamson County and the Jarrell Independent School District.
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Senior Director of Emergency Services Chris Connealy addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve an Interlocal for Dispatch and Technology Services between Williamson County and the Jarrell Independent School District

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional revenues for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional revenues for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the imposition or removal of optional fees for Calendar Year 2024 as authorized by the Texas Transportation Code, including the County Road and Bridge Fund fee, not to exceed $10, and the Child Safety fee, not to exceed $1.50, and the submission of the required notification form to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the imposition or removal of optional fees for Calendar Year 2024 as authorized by the Texas Transportation Code, including the County Road and Bridge Fund fee, not to exceed $10, and the Child Safety fee, not to exceed $1.50, and the submission of the required notification form to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a licensing agreement between the Department of Defense, Defense Health Agency and Williamson County EMS.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a licensing agreement between the Department of Defense, Defense Health Agency and Williamson County EMS.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 4 in the amount of ($153,292.00) for Project 22IFB141 CR 258 Extension (Joe Bland Construction) P: 277 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 4 in the amount of ($153,292.00) for Project 22IFB141 CR 258 Extension (Joe Bland Construction).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 1 to the On-Call Surveying Services contract between Williamson County and Austin Survey Company, L.L.C. dba Inland Geodetics relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program.
Project: As Needed.  Fund Source: Road Bonds
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the On-Call Surveying Services contract between Williamson County and Austin Survey Company, L.L.C. dba Inland Geodetics relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with William and Paradee Albrecht for 0.182 acres of right of way needed on the Hero Way project (Parcel 203). Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a real estate contract with William and Paradee Albrecht for 0.182 acres of right of way needed on the Hero Way project (Parcel 203).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Exchange Deed with Liberty Hill Independent School District for excess property previously acquired as part of the future Corridor F and Corridor I2 long range transportation plan projects. Funding Source: Bonds P461
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve an Exchange Deed with Liberty Hill Independent School District for excess property previously acquired as part of the future Corridor F and Corridor I2 long range transportation plan projects.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on declaring a drainage easement on property owned by Williamson County and purchased for the future Corridor F and Corridor I2 long range transportation projects. Funding Source: Bonds P461
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This item was pulled from the agenda.

Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a letter agreement with Duke Brad Williams for a 0.146 AC drainage easement needed for construction on the Hero Way project (Parcel 309D). Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a letter agreement with Duke Brad Williams for a 0.146 AC drainage easement needed for construction on the Hero Way project (Parcel 309D).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Global Rule 11 Settlement Agreement regarding parcels 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 48, 49 and 50 on the Liberty Hill Bypass project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P346
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a Global Rule 11 Settlement Agreement regarding parcels 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 48, 49 and 50 on the Liberty Hill Bypass project.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.4262 acres and 0.4530 acres) required for the construction of the Ronald Reagan widening project. (TJS6, LLC/ Parcel 17) Funding Source: Road Bonds P336
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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 (0.4262 acres and 0.4530 acres) required for the construction of the Ronald Reagan widening project.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED AT 10:44 A.M.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED AT 10:50 A.M.
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the 2023 Williamson County Citizens Bond Committee Recommendations regarding Infrastructure and whether to call a bond election for November 7, 2023.
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County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
Parks Director Russell Fishbeck addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To instruct appropriate participants to prepare a potential bond package recommendation for the November election to include $825,000,000 in road projects and $59,000,000 in parks projects.

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

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

Motion: To require potential bond election this November to include one road bond package item and one parks bond package item.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:13 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2023.
 
47.
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 Ronald Reagan Widening.
                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
                 q)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Bagdad Road/CR 279.
                  r)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for CR 314. 

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.

 
48.
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 World
     b) Project Mellencamp
     c) Project Corgi
     d) Project Anniversary
     e) Project Glee
      f) Project Skyfall
     g) Project Stamper
     h) Project Soul Train 
      i) Project Dragon
View Agenda Item
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
49.
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 vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas/County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, L.P., et al., MDL PRETRIAL CAUSE NO. 2018-63587, in the 152d District Court of Harris County, Texas.
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-00615-LY; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
8. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
19. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B.
2. USERRA Case No. TX-2023-00052-40-R
d. Claims:
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.

 
50.
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.

 
51.
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.

 
52.
Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices; or security audits in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center/Williamson County Courthouse (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:40 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2023.
 
53.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
54.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
55.
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 vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas/County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, L.P., et al., MDL PRETRIAL CAUSE NO. 2018-63587, in the 152d District Court of Harris County, Texas.
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-00615-LY; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
8. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
19. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B.
2. USERRA Case No. TX-2023-00052-40-R
d. Claims:
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.
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court on 55.b.15.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
56.
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.

 
57.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. discussed the quality of people he has met and worked with from South Korea.

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. invited everyone to join him at Thursday's 6:00 P.M. ribbon cutting for Jarrell's newest school, Double Creek Elementary.

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles congratulated Granger ISD on today's groundbreaking for their new facility this morning.

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long thanked County Auditor Julie Kiley, Director of Emergency Services Chris Connealy, and Chief Information Officer Richard Semple for their work on the revamp of dispatch charges.

 
58.
Public Comment Period.
 

Those who addressed the Court:
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:41P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2023.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 8th day of August, 2023.


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

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