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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
OCTOBER 31, 2023


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:41 A.M. on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 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
  • 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 October 24, 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.
Payroll/Operations Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To authorize the payment of bills totaling $3,398,715.32 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 – 22 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3.
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 Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0453-004002 Jurors, Grand Jurors, Jury Com $558.54
To 0100-0453-001914 Bilingual Stipend $558.54
From 0100-0453-004002 Jurors, Grand Jurors, Jury Com $42.73
To 0100-0453-002010 FICA $42.73
From 0100-0453-004002 Jurors, Grand Jurors, Jury Com $89.65
To 0100-0453-002020 Retirement $89.65

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 approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve compensation changes, position titles 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:
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Sale to Insurance including: One (1) 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe Vin #5807, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Sale to Insurance including: One (1) 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe Vin #5807, 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
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 10/26/2023 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 10/26/2023 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

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:
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the County Attorney September 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 September 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
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing MariClare Gaidsick to ESD #3 board with the term to commence October 31, 2023 and continue until December 31, 2025.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To appoint MariClare Gaidsick to ESD #3 board with the term to commence October 31, 2023 and continue until December 31, 2025.

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 to approve an amendment to a subrecipient agreement between Williamson County and the City of Granger 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.
 

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

Motion:To approve an amendment to a subrecipient agreement between Williamson County and the City of Granger 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
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Release of Utility Easement to release, abandon and vacate any rights or interests that Williamson County, Texas may have, if any, in and to a Public Utility Easement as shown between Lots 1 and 2, Block A, Young Ranch Section 3 of that plat recorded in Cabinet J, Slide 250 of the Plat Records of Williamson County, Texas.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a Release of Utility Easement to release, abandon and vacate any rights or interests that Williamson County, Texas may have, if any, in and to a Public Utility Easement as shown between Lots 1 and 2, Block A, Young Ranch Section 3 of that plat recorded in Cabinet J, Slide 250 of the Plat Records of Williamson County, Texas.

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 the First Amendment to the Third Party Claims Administration Agreement, awarded under #23RFP80, between Williamson County and Gallagher Bassett Services Inc.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the First Amendment to the Third Party Claims Administration Agreement, awarded under #23RFP80, between Williamson County and Gallagher Bassett Services Inc.

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 approving a blanket purchase order for Constable Precinct #4, fuel from Fuelman, in the amount of $60,000.00 pursuant to Omnia National 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 Constable Precinct #4, fuel from Fuelman, in the amount of $60,000.00 pursuant to Omnia National 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
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Sole Source agreement #202441, approved by Commissioners Court on 10/03/2023 for Enterprise Justice Defendant Access Software application for Tyler Technologies, Inc. and authorization to execute the document.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Sole Source agreement #202441, approved by Commissioners Court on 10/03/2023 for Enterprise Justice Defendant Access Software application for Tyler Technologies, Inc. and authorization to execute the document.

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:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Agreement #202433 for consulting services with Rely Information Systems, LLC for Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) patch and upgrade assistance and general DBA support and maintenance of Williamson County Oracle applications for the term of 11.01.23-10.31.24 in the not-to-exceed amount of $79,200.00, exempting the purchase from the competitive bidding proposal requirements per the County Purchasing Act, pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal services, as set forth under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024.(a)(4), a personal or professional service 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 Agreement #202433 for consulting services with Rely Information Systems, LLC for Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) patch and upgrade assistance and general DBA support and maintenance of Williamson County Oracle applications for the term of 11.01.23-10.31.24 in the not-to-exceed amount of $79,200.00, exempting the purchase from the competitive bidding proposal requirements per the County Purchasing Act, pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal services, as set forth under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024.(a)(4), a personal or professional service 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
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement #202428 between Williamson County and FreeIt Data Solutions for the FreeIt Duo Access Subscription for a one-year term, for a total of $87,436.34, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4795, and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
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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 Agreement #202428 between Williamson County and FreeIt Data Solutions for the FreeIt Duo Access Subscription for a one-year term, for a total of $87,436.34, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4795, and authorizing the execution of this 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 #202427 between Williamson County and Mythics, Inc. for the subscription of Oracle Cloud IDCS for a total amount of $93,236.00, pursuant to the Omnia contract #180233-002.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve agreement #202427 between Williamson County and Mythics, Inc. for the subscription of Oracle Cloud IDCS for a total amount of $93,236.00, pursuant to the Omnia contract #180233-002.

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 approving the agreement #202418 between Lexipol, LLC and Williamson County for annual online subscription services in the amount of $21,630.00 and exempting this purchase from the competitive bidding requirement per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions §262.024 (a)(7)(A) items for which competition is precluded because of the existence of patents, copyrights, secret processes or monopolies, and authorizing the 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 agreement #202418 between Lexipol, LLC and Williamson County for annual online subscription services in the amount of $21,630.00 and exempting this purchase from the competitive bidding requirement per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions §262.024 (a)(7)(A) items for which competition is precluded because of the existence of patents, copyrights, secret processes or monopolies, 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:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with Williamson County Municipal Utility District #25 for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 31, 2023.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the Standard Agreement with Williamson County Municipal Utility District #25 for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 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:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a report from G2 Construction Services, Inc. Change Order No. 1 for the Old DPS Renovation project for $20,385.00 and no time extension.  Funding Source is 445P/445A/Old DPS Reno/12.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 1 for the Old DPS Renovation project for $20,385.00 and no time extension.

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 approving the extension of contract #23IFB1 Metal Beam Guard Fence, renewal period #1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of January 10, 2024 – January 09, 2025, with RHB Construction, Inc. and authorizing execution of the renewal agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the extension of contract #23IFB1 Metal Beam Guard Fence, renewal period #1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of January 10, 2024 – January 09, 2025, with RHB Construction, Inc. and authorizing execution of the renewal 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:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the extension of Contract #22IFB151 for Tree Limb Chipping, renewal period #1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to RHB Construction Inc for the 12-month term of December 20, 2023 - December 19, 2024, and authorizing execution of the renewal agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the extension of Contract #22IFB151 for Tree Limb Chipping, renewal period #1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to RHB Construction Inc for the 12-month term of December 20, 2023 - December 19, 2024, and authorizing execution of the renewal 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:
 
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the agreement between Williamson County and Rene Bates Auctioneers, Inc. for surplus item auctioneer services pursuant to BuyBoard contract #708-32, and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the agreement between Williamson County and Rene Bates Auctioneers, Inc. for surplus item auctioneer services pursuant to BuyBoard contract #708-32, and authorizing the execution of this 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:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a required resolution to nominate John Lux to the Williamson Central Appraisal District Board of Directors.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve a required resolution to nominate John Lux to the Williamson Central Appraisal District Board of Directors.

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:
 
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the District Attorney’s request to move surplus salary dollars to a vacant position.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve the District Attorney’s request to move surplus salary dollars to a vacant position.

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
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Amendment to Subrecipient Agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County Crisis Center, D/B/A - Hope Alliance for Temporary Auxiliary Emergency Shelter Project, funded from The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve the Amendment to Subrecipient Agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County Crisis Center, D/B/A - Hope Alliance for Temporary Auxiliary Emergency Shelter Project, funded from 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
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Subrecipient Agreement between Williamson County and Hill Country Medical Ministries, LLC (known as Samaritan Health Ministries) to provide healthcare for eligible uninsured residents of Williamson County, to be funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) with a not-to-exceed amount of $200,000.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve the Subrecipient Agreement between Williamson County and Hill Country Medical Ministries, LLC (known as Samaritan Health Ministries) to provide healthcare for eligible uninsured residents of Williamson County, to be funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) with a not-to-exceed amount of $200,000.

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 Subrecipient Agreement between Williamson County and Sacred Heart Community Clinic to provide healthcare for eligible uninsured residents of Williamson County, to be funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) with a not-to-exceed amount of $200,000.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the Subrecipient Agreement between Williamson County and Sacred Heart Community Clinic to provide healthcare for eligible uninsured residents of Williamson County, to be funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) with a not-to-exceed amount of $200,000.

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 Business Associate Agreement between Williamson County, Texas and Samaritan Health Ministries.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Business Associate Agreement between Williamson County, Texas and Samaritan Health Ministries.

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:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Business Associate Agreement between Williamson County, Texas and Sacred Heart Community Clinic.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Business Associate Agreement between Williamson County, Texas and Sacred Heart Community Clinic.

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 regarding the Second Addendum to Billing Services Agreement (RFP #22RFP72) between Williamson County and EMS Management & Consultants, Inc. designating EMS Management & Consultants as the Custodian of Records for Williamson County Emergency Medical Services for the purpose of handling medical records requests on behalf of Williamson County Emergency Medical Services and responding to requests in accordance with job aid specifications as agreed to by the parties.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the Second Addendum to Billing Services Agreement (RFP #22RFP72) between Williamson County and EMS Management & Consultants, Inc. designating EMS Management & Consultants as the Custodian of Records for Williamson County Emergency Medical Services for the purpose of handling medical records requests on behalf of Williamson County Emergency Medical Services and responding to requests in accordance with job aid specifications as agreed to by the parties.

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:
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a one (1) Year Medical Equipment Maintenance Agreement for the EMS Department, in the amount of $143,878.50 between Stryker and Williamson County, exempting the purchase from competitive bidding under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(7)(D) [Captive Replacement Parts or Components of Equipment] and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a one (1) Year Medical Equipment Maintenance Agreement for the EMS Department, in the amount of $143,878.50 between Stryker and Williamson County, exempting the purchase from competitive bidding under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(7)(D) [Captive Replacement Parts or Components of Equipment] and authorizing the execution of this 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:
 
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Purchase of Document Preservation of Probate Records from Kofile Technologies, Inc. #202447 for conservation treatments, rehousing and imaging for the County Clerk's Office in the amount of $499,983.18 pursuant to TXMAS contract #23-92001, and authorizing execution of the proposal.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion:To approve the Purchase of Document Preservation of Probate Records from Kofile Technologies, Inc. #202447 for conservation treatments, rehousing and imaging for the County Clerk's Office in the amount of $499,983.18 pursuant to TXMAS contract #23-92001, and authorizing execution of the proposal.

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:
 
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement #202434 between Williamson County and FreeIt Data Solutions, Inc. for multiple Rubrik subscriptions for the total amount of $428,656.40, pursuant to the DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4696, and authorize the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve Agreement #202434 between Williamson County and FreeIt Data Solutions, Inc. for multiple Rubrik subscriptions for the total amount of $428,656.40, pursuant to the DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4696, 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
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Renewal Agreement #202443 between Williamson County and FreeIt Data Solutions Inc. to provide the Williamson County IT Department with annual maintenance of the VMWare Software in the total amount of $223,442.83 per the terms of Contract #DIR-TSO-4288, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve Renewal Agreement #202443 between Williamson County and FreeIt Data Solutions Inc. to provide the Williamson County IT Department with annual maintenance of the VMWare Software in the total amount of $223,442.83 per the terms of Contract #DIR-TSO-4288, 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:
 
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase #202451 between Brycomm, LLC. and Williamson County for the total amount of $235,551.00 pursuant to contract #DIR-CPO-4777, and authorizing the execution of the purchase. Funding Source is P537.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve purchase #202451 between Brycomm, LLC. and Williamson County for the total amount of $235,551.00 pursuant to contract #DIR-CPO-4777, and authorizing the execution of the purchase.

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:
 
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving lease agreement #202424 between Williamson County and Safeware, Inc. for Stalker Radar equipment in the total amount of $375,840.00 for four years pursuant to Omnia contract #440008468 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve lease agreement #202424 between Williamson County and Safeware, Inc. for Stalker Radar equipment in the total amount of $375,840.00 for four years pursuant to Omnia contract #440008468 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:
 
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving agreement #202445 for Tyler Technologies Orion Software Maintenance and Support in the amount of $105,850.00 and exempting Tyler Technologies, Inc. from the competitive bidding requires per Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (a)(7)(D) captive replacement parts or components for equipment.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve agreement #202445 for Tyler Technologies Orion Software Maintenance and Support in the amount of $105,850.00 and exempting Tyler Technologies, Inc. from the competitive bidding requires per Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (a)(7)(D) captive replacement parts or components for equipment.

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 on approving extension of emergency rental agreement originally approved in Commissioners Court on January 24, 2023 item #18 with Carrier Corporation, in the amount of $25,509.00 for the first month (and a $13,648.00 monthly cost thereafter) for a 200 ton air-cooled chiller for the Justice Center.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve extension of emergency rental agreement originally approved in Commissioners Court on January 24, 2023 item #18 with Carrier Corporation, in the amount of $25,509.00 for the first month (and a $13,648.00 monthly cost thereafter) for a 200 ton air-cooled chiller for the Justice Center.

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 to approve the assigned project numbers for the new projects in the FY24 Capital Improvement Program.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the assigned project numbers for the new projects in the FY24 Capital Improvement 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 approving a 2019 Road Bond transfer to move $100,000 from P371 (Corridor E2) to P372 (Corridor E3).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a 2019 Road Bond transfer to move $100,000 from P371 (Corridor E2) to P372 (Corridor E3).

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 approving purchase of Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Training classes via the CDL Elite Program from Good Roby LLC #202448 for the Road and Bridge Department in the amount of $49,700.00, exempting the purchase from competitive bidding under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for personal or professional service.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve purchase of Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Training classes via the CDL Elite Program from Good Roby LLC #202448 for the Road and Bridge Department in the amount of $49,700.00, exempting the purchase from competitive bidding under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for personal or professional 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:
 
42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $10,447.50 for Project 23IFB34 CR 307 Reconstruction (Joe Bland Construction) P: 394 Funding Source: Road Bond.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $10,447.50 for Project 23IFB34 CR 307 Reconstruction (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:
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $2,194,778.00 for Project 22IFB126 Future County Road (Chasco Constructors) P: 463 Funding Source: Road Bond.
View Agenda Item
 

This item was discussed in executive session for attorney consultation.

No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application to the Texas Historical Commission (THC), required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the Corridor I2 (Burnet County Line to US 183) project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 2. Project: P344
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an Antiquities Permit Application to the Texas Historical Commission (THC), required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the Corridor I2 (Burnet County Line to US 183) project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 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:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a letter agreement with R040062, LP for a 0.520 acre waterline easement and a 3,482 square foot waterline easement needed on the CR 111 project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P292
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a letter agreement with R040062, LP for a 0.520 acre waterline easement and a 3,482 square foot waterline easement needed on the CR 111 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:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a letter agreement with Russell and Raquel Salisbury to acquire a drainage easement needed on CR111 project (Parcel 34) and additional costs for damage to fencing improvements. Funding Source: Road Bonds P292
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a letter agreement with Russell and Raquel Salisbury to acquire a drainage easement needed on CR111 project (Parcel 34) and additional costs for damage to fencing improvements.

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:
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Ray W. Walker to acquire 0.109 AC needed as right of way for the CR 314 project (Parcel 8). Funding Source: Road Bonds P364
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Ray W. Walker to acquire 0.109 AC needed as right of way for the CR 314 project (Parcel 8).

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:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Williamson Cameron Holdings, LP for 0.350 AC needed as future right of way on the Chandler Road/Corridor B project. Funding Source: TANS P588
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Williamson Cameron Holdings, LP for 0.350 AC needed as future right of way on the Chandler Road/Corridor B 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:
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Albertano and Maria Vastian for 0.424 AC needed as right of way on the CR 314 project (Parcel 26). Funding Source: Road Bonds P364
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Albertano and Maria Vastian for 0.424 AC needed as right of way on the CR 314 project (Parcel 26).

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:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a possession and use agreement for transportation purposes with JNK Properties, LTD for 0.042 AC needed as right of way for the Hero Way project (Parcel 316). Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a possession and use agreement for transportation purposes with JNK Properties, LTD for 0.042 AC needed as right of way for the Hero Way project (Parcel 316).

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:
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a possession and use agreement for transportation purposes with JNK Properties, LTD for 2.820 AC needed as right of way for the Hero Way project (Parcel 321). Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a possession and use agreement for transportation purposes with JNK Properties, LTD for 2.820 AC needed as right of way for the Hero Way project (Parcel 321).

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:
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a possession and use agreement for transportation purposes with JNK Properties, LTD for 3.715 AC needed as right of way for the Hero Way project (Parcel 330). Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a possession and use agreement for transportation purposes with JNK Properties, LTD for 3.715 AC needed as right of way for the Hero Way project (Parcel 330).

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:
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a possession and use agreement for transportation purposes with Jack Scott Bradley, Amy L. Bradley n.k.a Amy Louise Holmes and Brian Gregory Holmes for 0.180 AC needed as right of way and 0.118 AC needed as an electric easement for the Hero Way project (Parcel 334). Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a possession and use agreement for transportation purposes with Jack Scott Bradley, Amy L. Bradley n.k.a Amy Louise Holmes and Brian Gregory Holmes for 0.180 AC needed as right of way and 0.118 AC needed as an electric easement for the Hero Way project (Parcel 334).

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 TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 9:56 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2023.
 
54.
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 SH 195 @ Ronald Reagan.
                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.
                 s)  Discuss acquisition of right of way for Corridor J. 


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
    d)    Discuss Blue Springs Blvd. property

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.

 
55.
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 
      j) Project Scrabble
View Agenda Item
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
56.
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-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
5. 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
6. 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
7. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
18. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
19. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01120; Jeremy Story v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B.
2. USERRA Case No. TX-2023-00052-40-R
3. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-01208
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.
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
57.
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).
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
58.
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).
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
59.
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 10:59 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2023.
 
60.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
61.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
62.
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-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
5. 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
6. 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
7. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
18. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
19. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01120; Jeremy Story v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B.
2. USERRA Case No. TX-2023-00052-40-R
3. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-01208
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.

 
63.
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.
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
64.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

There were no comments on this item.

 
65.
Public Comment Period.
 

Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Robert Bagwell of Leander
Vince Soll of Georgetown
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill
Joy Hilscher of Round Rock

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:10 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2023.

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


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

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