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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
AUGUST 8, 2023


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:37 A.M. on TUESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2023, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
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 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the minutes of the August 1, 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (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.
 

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

Motion:To authorize the payment of bills totaling $25,519,186.62 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. ( Items 3 – 27 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for 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 0100-0551-001110 Overtime $1,000.00
To 0100-0551-004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maint $1,000.00

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0405-004212 Postage $1,250.00
From 0100-0405-003100 Office Supplies $500.00
From 0100-0405-003900 Membership Dues $200.00
To 0100-0405-003005 Office Furniture $1,950.00
From 0100-0405-004231 Travel $1,800.00
To 0100-0405-003010 Computer Equipment $1,800.00
From 0100-0405-003101 Educational Aids/Materials $250.00
From 0100-0405-003901 Publication/Books/Periodicals $100.00
To 0100-0405-004350 Printed Materials $350.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Regional Animal Shelter Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0545-0545-003804 Immunizations $3,230.00
From 0545-0545-003010 Computer Equipment $2,861.85
To 0545-0545-004968 Care for Animals $6,091.85
From 0545-0545-004505 Software Maintenance $900.00
From 0545-0545-004999 Miscellaneous $415.00
From 0545-0545-003011 Computer Software $144.00
From 0545-0545-004544 Repairs to Office Equipment $250.00
From 0545-0545-003901 Publications $100.00
From 0545-0545-004410 Property Insurance $50.00
From 0545-0545-003001 Small Equipment $141.00
To 0545-0545-004100 Professional Services $2,000.00

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0499-004212 Postage $2,880.00
To 0100-0499-003011 Software $2,880.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
 
7.
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 0100-0509-004430 Utilities $150,000.00
To 0100-0509-004510 Maintenance & Repairs $150,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including one (1) 2007 New Holland Mowing Tractor Vin #2474 and one (1) 2010 Bobcat 2200 UTV Vin# 3690, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To authorize the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction including one (1) 2007 New Holland Mowing Tractor Vin #2474 and one (1) 2010 Bobcat 2200 UTV Vin# 3690, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.

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

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the County Attorney July 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on appointment of Matt Zurek to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #1 Board of Directors, filling the unexpired term of Adam Bryant, with a term effective immediately and ending on December 31, 2024.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To appoint Matt Zurek to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #1 Board of Directors, filling the unexpired term of Adam Bryant, with a term effective immediately and ending on December 31, 2024.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss and take appropriate action regarding setting of Sheriffs' and Constables' Fees to be effective January 1, 2024, as authorized by Local Government Code Section 118.131, and submission of notice of such fees to the Comptroller's Office no later than October 15, 2023.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve setting of Sheriffs' and Constables' Fees to be effective January 1, 2024, as authorized by Local Government Code Section 118.131, and submission of notice of such fees to the Comptroller's Office no later than October 15, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting (2) Panda Express Chinese Kitchen gift card donations in the amount of $25.00 each to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 81.032.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve accepting (2) Panda Express Chinese Kitchen gift card donations in the amount of $25.00 each to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 81.032.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with Siena Municipal Utility District #1 for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2023.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the Standard Agreement with Siena Municipal Utility District #1 for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with North Austin Municipal Utility District #1 (Rattan Creek) for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2023.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the Standard Agreement with North Austin Municipal Utility District #1 (Rattan Creek) for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with Siena Municipal Utility District #2 for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2023.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the Standard Agreement with Siena Municipal Utility District #2 for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval of an inter-local agreement with the Purchasing Cooperative of America (PCA) for Williamson County's participation in a cooperative purchasing program and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve an inter-local agreement with the Purchasing Cooperative of America (PCA) for Williamson County's participation in a cooperative purchasing program and authorizing 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase from GTS Technology for the total amount of $98,871.90 pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4697, and authorizing the purchase detailed in the attached quote.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the purchase from GTS Technology for the total amount of $98,871.90 pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4697, and authorizing the purchase detailed in the attached quote.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement #2023253 between Williamson County and Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC, in the amount of $34,080.00 pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4859, 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 #2023253 between Williamson County and Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC, in the amount of $34,080.00 pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4859, 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Solid Waste and Recycling Services for Williamson County, under 23RFP101 RFP.
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 bids for Solid Waste and Recycling Services for Williamson County, under 23RFP101 RFP.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a report from Hagood Engineering Associates, Change Order No. 1 for the Twin Lakes YMCA Pedestrian Bridge project (P555) for $47,252.55 for revisions to pedestrian bridge.  Funding Source is P555.
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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 Change Order No. 1 for the Twin Lakes YMCA Pedestrian Bridge project (P555) for $47,252.55 for revisions to pedestrian bridge.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a report from Chasco Constructors, Change Order No. 3 for the Williamson County River Ranch County Park Corrections project (P315) for a credit in the amount of $138,707.  Funding Source is P315
View Agenda Item
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 Change Order No. 3 for the Williamson County River Ranch County Park Corrections project (P315) for a credit in the amount of $138,707.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Amendment to Supplemental Agreement 9 of Williamson County Agreement for Planning, Design and Engineering Services between Williamson County and Design Workshop, Inc. relating to the River Ranch County Park Completion project (315).
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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 the Amendment to Supplemental Agreement 9 of Williamson County Agreement for Planning, Design and Engineering Services between Williamson County and Design Workshop, Inc. relating to the River Ranch County Park Completion project (315).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 3 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between SWCA, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 25, 2020 for County Road 255 Environmental Services. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $42,321.63 and to update the rate schedule. Funding source: P546.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No 3 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between SWCA, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 25, 2020 for County Road 255 Environmental Services. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $42,321.63 and to update the rate schedule.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Engineering Services for Planning FM 1431 under RFSQ #23RFSQ102.
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 Engineering Services for Planning FM 1431 under RFSQ #23RFSQ102.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving second extension to contract #2023158, originally approved on 4/4/2023 in Commissioners Court, Agenda #34, with Tetra Tech, Inc. for Emergency Disaster Debris Monitoring due to winter storm Mara in order to allow time to complete invoicing.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve second extension to contract #2023158, originally approved on 4/4/2023 in Commissioners Court, Agenda #34, with Tetra Tech, Inc. for Emergency Disaster Debris Monitoring due to winter storm Mara in order to allow time to complete invoicing.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Weir View Estates Subdivision – Precinct 4.
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 Weir View Estates Subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding “Order Calling A Bond Election For November 7, 2023; Designating Voter Centers; Providing for Early Voting and Election Day Voting; Providing for Performance of Required Administrative Duties; Providing for Conducting the Election; and Providing for Other Matters Related to Such Election.”
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve an “Order Calling A Bond Election For November 7, 2023; Designating Voter Centers; Providing for Early Voting and Election Day Voting; Providing for Performance of Required Administrative Duties; Providing for Conducting the Election; and Providing for Other Matters Related to Such Election.”

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss and take appropriate action on the Community Development Block Grant FY23 Annual Action Plan.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the Community Development Block Grant FY23 Annual Action Plan.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss and take appropriate action on the proposed amendments to the FY21 and FY22 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project allocation.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the proposed amendments to the FY21 and FY22 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project allocation.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on FY 2024 county supplements for the Williamson County District Judges and Williamson County District Attorney.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve FY 2024 county supplements of $18,000 for the Williamson County District Judges and Williamson County District Attorney.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Nay:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the acceptance of the resignation of Williamson County Veteran Services Director, Juan Amaya, Jr., and take action regarding the hiring and appointment process for a new veterans county service officer to serve as the Williamson County Veterans Services Director.
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Williamson County Veteran Services Director Juan Amaya, Jr. addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To accept the resignation of Williamson County Veteran Services Director, Juan Amaya, Jr., and take action regarding the hiring and appointment process for a new veterans county service officer to serve as the Williamson County Veterans Services Director.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a subrecipient grant agreement between Williamson County and City of Taylor for Infrastructure Improvements to the water project serving the community for reimbursement under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a subrecipient grant agreement between Williamson County and City of Taylor for Infrastructure Improvements to the water project serving the community for reimbursement under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a subrecipient grant agreement between Williamson County and City of Bartlett for Infrastructure Improvements to the Wastewater Upgrade Project serving the community for reimbursement under The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
View Agenda Item
County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a subrecipient grant agreement between Williamson County and City of Bartlett for Infrastructure Improvements to the Wastewater Upgrade Project serving the community for reimbursement under The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a subrecipient grant agreement between Williamson County and City of Georgetown for Infrastructure Improvements to the Wastewater Upgrade Project serving the community for reimbursement under The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
View Agenda Item
County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a subrecipient grant agreement between Williamson County and City of Georgetown for Infrastructure Improvements to the Wastewater Upgrade Project serving the community for reimbursement under The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
36.
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
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

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 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on setting jury pay per HB 3474.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve setting jury pay per HB 3474 ($20 first day, $60 additional days, $60 Grand Jury).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a 2019 Road Bond Transfer to move funds between the projects attached.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a 2019 Road Bond Transfer to move funds between the projects attached.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase contract #2023256 for a Portable Traffic Signal System for the Road and Bridge Department from Traffic & Parking Control Co. Inc. in the amount of $181,140.00 pursuant to Buyboard Contract #703-23 and authorizing the execution of the contract.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a 2019 Road Bond Transfer to move funds between the projects attached.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #23IFB90 CR130 Pavement Rehabilitation to Chasco Constructors in the amount of One Million, Three Hundred Seventy-Four Thousand, Four Hundred Seventy-Six Dollars ($1,374,476.00) and authorize execution of the agreement. Funding Source is P626.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To award IFB #23IFB90 CR130 Pavement Rehabilitation to Chasco Constructors in the amount of One Million, Three Hundred Seventy-Four Thousand, Four Hundred Seventy-Six Dollars ($1,374,476.00) and authorize 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #23IFB91 O’Connor Dr Milling and Overlay to Texas Materials in the amount of $1,546,417.84 and authorize execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To award IFB #23IFB91 O’Connor Drive Milling and Overlay to Texas Materials in the amount of $1,546,417.84 and authorize 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
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 3 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Alliance Transportation Group, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 10, 2020 for Traffic Engineering Services. This Contract Amendment No 3 is to update the rate schedule. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No 3 to update the rate schedule under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Alliance Transportation Group, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 10, 2020 for Traffic Engineering Services.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the East Wilco Highway Connection Grant Application, Resolution and Financial Commitment Letter, with a commitment to contribute to the local match if the project is selected for funding.  Funding Source:  LRTP Funds or future road bond funds
View Agenda Item
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve the East Wilco Highway Connection Grant Application, Resolution and Financial Commitment Letter, with a commitment to contribute to the local match if the project is selected for funding.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Consent to Contract Assignment between Williamson County, K Friese & Associates, Inc. (the Assignor), and K Friese & Associates, LLC (the Assignee) in relation to Transportation Corridor H - Sam Bass Road Project, being dated effective March 13, 2017; Transportation Corridor I2 from US 183 to SH 29 Project, being dated effective March 10, 2020; and On Call Design Engineering Services for Small Drainage and Small Roadway Projects, being dated effective June 2, 2022.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Consent to Contract Assignment between Williamson County, K Friese & Associates, Inc. (the Assignor), and K Friese & Associates, LLC (the Assignee) in relation to Transportation Corridor H - Sam Bass Road Project, being dated effective March 13, 2017; Transportation Corridor I2 from US 183 to SH 29 Project, being dated effective March 10, 2020; and On Call Design Engineering Services for Small Drainage and Small Roadway Projects, being dated effective June 2, 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Utility Coordination for Corridor & Road Bond Projects contract RFQ1811-273, renewal option period 2 until the term ending July 15, 2024, with Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc., for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract and authorize the execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the extension of Utility Coordination for Corridor & Road Bond Projects contract RFQ1811-273, renewal option period 2 until the term ending July 15, 2024, with Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc., for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 4 in the amount of ($472,492.20) for Project 22IFB139 FM3349 at US79 (James Construction Group) P: 332 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 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 4 in the amount of ($472,492.20) for Project 22IFB139 FM3349 at US79 (James Construction Group)

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Abstain)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Daniel E. Jones and Donald E. Jones individually and as Independent Administrator of the Estate of Beverly R. Jones (deceased) for 0.434 acres needed as right of way on the Bagdad Road @ CR 279 project (Parcel 17). Funding Source: Road Bonds P343
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Daniel E. Jones and Donald E. Jones individually and as Independent Administrator of the Estate of Beverly R. Jones (deceased) for 0.434 acres needed as right of way on the Bagdad Road @ CR 279 project (Parcel 17).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Frederick A. Jay for 2.185 acres needed as right of way for the Hero Way project (Parcel 303). Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Frederick A. Jay for 2.185 acres needed as right of way for the Hero Way project (Parcel 303).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a claim with Sasha Tingle (Parcel 4) for actual moving expenses of personal property caused by the right of way acquisition. Funding Source: TANS P588
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a claim with Sasha Tingle (Parcel 4) for actual moving expenses of personal property caused by the right of way acquisition.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Harry Spinner and Judy Spinner for 0.131 acres and 2,998 SF needed as right of way for the Bagdad Rd. @ CR 279 project (Parcel 51). Funding Source: Road Bonds P343
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Harry Spinner and Judy Spinner for 0.131 acres and 2,998 SF needed as right of way for the Bagdad Rd. @ CR 279 project (Parcel 51).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
Attachments:
 
51.
Hear presentation from the Budget Officer on the 2023-2024 recommended budget.
View Agenda Item
Budget Officer Ashlie Holladay addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
52.
Hear a presentation on the 2023 Williamson County no-new-revenue and voter-approval tax rate calculations as presented by Larry Gaddes, Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Tax Assessor-Collector Larry Gaddes addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
53.
Discuss and hear presentation from the County Auditor's Office regarding Revenue estimates for the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Budget.
View Agenda Item
County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
Tax Assessor-Collector Larry Gaddes addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
54.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to include a record vote on a proposed TOTAL maximum tax rate for Williamson County and R/FM for the tax year 2023.
View Agenda Item
County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To include a record vote on a proposed TOTAL maximum tax rate of $0.375608 for Williamson County and R/FM (Road and Bridge Fund) for the tax year 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
 
55.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on scheduling a date and time to hold a public hearing on the proposed tax rate if the proposed maximum TOTAL tax rate exceeds the total no-new-revenue rate of $0.350342.
View Agenda Item
Budget Officer Ashlie Holladay addressed the Court.
Tax Assessor-Collector Larry Gaddes addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To schedule a public hearing on the proposed tax rate at 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, August 29, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:47 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2023.
 
56.
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.

 
57.
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.

 
58.
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.

 
59.
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.

 
60.
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.

 
61.
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 11:49 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2023.
 
62.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
63.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
64.
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.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
65.
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.

 
66.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

There was no action taken on this item.

 
67.
Public Comment Period.
 

There was no action taken on this item.

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:50 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2023.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 15th 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