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Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

 
MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
DECEMBER 19, 2023


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:35 A.M. on TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 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 December 12, 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 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To authorize the payment of bills totaling $9,732,380.41 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
 
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 – 45 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Non-Departmental.
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Non-Departmental.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non Dept/Contingencies $44,444.98
To 0100-0427-001100 CCL#2/FullTime Salary $32,020.82
To 0100-0427-002010 CCL#2/FICA $2,449.59
To 0100-0427-002020 CCL#2/Retirement $5,139.34
To 0100-0427-002050 CCL#2/Work Comp $35.23
To 0100-0427-002030 CCL#2/Insurance $4,800.00

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

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Human Resources.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0402-003010 Computer Equipment <5k $594.00
From 0100-0402-003005 Office Furniture $500.00
From 0100-0402-004999 Misc. $2,709.38
To 0100-0402-004100 Professional Services $3,803.38

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

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Management.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-004500 Maintenance Services $2,100.00
To 0100-0540-003010 Computer Equipment < $5,000 $2,100.00

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

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

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0570-003010 Computer Equipment < $5k $1,272.00
To 0100-0570-004621 Copier Rental & Supplies $1,272.00

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

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
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of November 2023 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 

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

Motion:To approve property tax collections for the month of November 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
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Darryl Pool to ESD #2 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
 

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

Motion:To reappoint Darryl Pool to ESD #2 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 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
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Tim Hunsberger to ESD #2 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
 

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

Motion:To approve reappointing Tim Hunsberger to ESD #2 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 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
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Russell Strahan to ESD #2 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
 

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

Motion:To approve reappointing Russell Strahan to ESD #2 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 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
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on re-appointment of Ted Koy and Byron Whisnant of the Emergency Services District Hutto (ESD) #6 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2024, and ending on December 31, 2025.
 

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

Motion:To reappoint Ted Koy and Byron Whisnant of the Emergency Services District Hutto (ESD) #6 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2024, and ending on 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
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing James Lee Shofner to ESD #7 board to replace Sandra Simpson with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
 

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

Motion:To approve appointing James Lee Shofner to ESD #7 board to replace Sandra Simpson with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 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
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Mark Bell to ESD #7 board with the term to commence January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
 

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

Motion:To approve reappointing Mark Bell to ESD #7 board with the term to commence January 1, 2024 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
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Justin Word to ESD #8 board to replace Bennie Piper with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
 

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

Motion:To approve appointing Justin Word to ESD #8 board to replace Bennie Piper with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 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
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Troy Rodriguez to ESD #8 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
 

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

Motion:To approve reappointing Troy Rodriguez to ESD #8 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 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
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Dr. Ira Wood to ESD #8 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
 

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

Motion:To approve reappointing Dr. Ira Wood to ESD #8 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 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
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing RP Punukollu to ESD #9 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 and continue until December 31, 2025.
 

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

Motion:To approve reappointing RP Punukollu to ESD #9 board with the term to commence on January 1, 2024 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
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on re-appointment of Mark Jaegar, Chad Richter and Mark Prinz of the Emergency Services District Hutto (ESD) #10 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2024, and ending on December 31, 2025.
 

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

Motion:To reappoint Mark Jaegar, Chad Richter and Mark Prinz of the Emergency Services District Hutto (ESD) #10 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2024, and ending on 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
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the appointment of Eleanor K. Meltzer to position #1 of the Emergency Services District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2024, and ending on December 31, 2025. 
 

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

Motion:To approve the appointment of Eleanor K. Meltzer to position #1 of the Emergency Services District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2024, and ending on 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
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the appointment of Blythe Plunkett for a two-year term on the Williamson County Historical Commission (WCHC) effective immediately and ending on December 31, 2025.
 

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

Motion:To approve the appointment of Blythe Plunkett for a two-year term on the Williamson County Historical Commission (WCHC) effective immediately and ending on 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
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Allison Davis of Cedar Park to the Williamson County Historical Commission.
 

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

Motion:To appoint Allison Davis of Cedar Park to the Williamson County Historical Commission.

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
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Richard (Rick) Schampers of Georgetown to the Williamson County Historical Commission.
 

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

Motion:To appoint Richard (Rick) Schampers of Georgetown to the Williamson County Historical Commission.

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
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Nancy Hill to the Williamson County Historical Commission.
 

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

Motion:To appoint Nancy Hill to the Williamson County Historical Commission.

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 reappointing the current members of the Williamson County Historical Commission for a term to expire December 31, 2025.
 

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

Motion:To approve reappointing the current members of the Williamson County Historical Commission for a term to expire 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
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Sabrina Riches for a two-year term on the Williamson County Historical Commission (WCHC) effective immediately and ending on December 31, 2025.
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To appoint Sabrina Riches for a two-year term on the Williamson County Historical Commission (WCHC) effective immediately and ending on 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
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Kevin West for a two-year term on the Williamson County Historical Commission (WCHC) effective immediately and ending on December 31, 2025.
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To appoint Kevin West to a two-year term on the Williamson County Historical Commission (WCHC) effective immediately and ending on 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
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointment of Jonathan Stephenson for a two-year term on the Williamson County Historical Commission (WCHC) effective immediately and ending on December 31, 2025.
 

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

Motion:To appoint Jonathan Stephenson to a two-year term on the Williamson County Historical Commission (WCHC) effective immediately and ending on 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
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, November 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.
 

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

Motion:To approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, November 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
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the approval of Team Rubicon performing a fire mitigation project at Twin Springs Preserve on January 10th through January 15th, 2024.
 

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

Motion:To approve Team Rubicon performing a fire mitigation project at Twin Springs Preserve on January 10th through January 15th, 2024.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, Consider and take appropriate action on approving the Bridge Program Loaner Product Agreement #202502 between Ambu, Inc. and Williamson County Emergency Medical Services and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion:To approve Bridge Program Loaner Product Agreement #202502 between Ambu, Inc. and Williamson County Emergency Medical Services 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:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of a Multi-Year Equipment Calibration and Maintenance Program contract #202500 with FarrWest Environmental Supply, Inc. for the annual amount of $64,749.42, per the terms of Buyboard contract #703-23.
 

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

Motion:To approve Multi-Year Equipment Calibration and Maintenance Program contract #202500 with FarrWest Environmental Supply, Inc. for the annual amount of $64,749.42, per the terms of Buyboard contract #703-23.

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 agreement #202467 between Power DMS, Inc. and Williamson County for PowerPolicy Professional Subscription in the amount of $47,842.54, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion:To approve agreement #202467 between Power DMS, Inc. and Williamson County for PowerPolicy Professional Subscription in the amount of $47,842.54, 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:
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve Purchase #202495 between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for Annual Maintenance and Support for the Enterprise Supervision application, also known as CaseloadPRO, for a total of $68,211.00, pursuant to Sourcewell Contract #090320-TTI.
 

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

Motion:To approve Purchase #202495 between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for Annual Maintenance and Support for the Enterprise Supervision application, also known as CaseloadPRO, for a total of $68,211.00, pursuant to Sourcewell Contract #090320-TTI.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the extension of the Maintenance and Support Agreement for Digicap and Livescan Software with Idemia, Identity & Security USA LLC, for the total amount of $3,632.00, and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
 

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

Motion:To approve the extension of the Maintenance and Support Agreement for Digicap and Livescan Software with Idemia, Identity & Security USA LLC, for the total amount of $3,632.00, 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
 
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed solicitations for Animal Shelter Pharmaceuticals and Clinic Supplies, under IFB #24IFB24.
 

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

Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed solicitations for Animal Shelter Pharmaceuticals and Clinic Supplies, under IFB #24IFB24.

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
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Purchase #202497 for ammunition in the amount of $85,807.00 from TX-AT, LLC., pursuant to BuyBoard contract #698-23.
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 Purchase #202497 for ammunition in the amount of $85,807.00 from TX-AT, LLC., pursuant to BuyBoard contract #698-23.

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
 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase #202496 of one (1) Model Year 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD Reg Cab Truck in the amount of $48,609.50 and one (1) Model Year 2024 GMC Sierra 3500HD Crew Cab Truck in the amount $49,141.50 from Gunn Buick GMC, Ltd totaling $97,751.00, pursuant to Buyboard Contract #601-19.
 

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

Motion:To approve purchase #202496 of one (1) Model Year 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD Reg Cab Truck in the amount of $48,609.50 and one (1) Model Year 2024 GMC Sierra 3500HD Crew Cab Truck in the amount $49,141.50 from Gunn Buick GMC, Ltd totaling $97,751.00, pursuant to Buyboard Contract #601-19.

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
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Contract #22IFB43-Herbicides, renewal option period 2, covering for the 12-month term of January 19, 2024 – January 18, 2025, with the same terms and conditions, with the exception of fee increases, detailed in the attached spreadsheet, with Nutrien Ag Solutions and execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion:To approve authorizing the extension of Contract #22IFB43-Herbicides, renewal option period 2, covering for the 12-month term of January 19, 2024 – January 18, 2025, with the same terms and conditions, with the exception of fee increases, detailed in the attached spreadsheet, with Nutrien Ag Solutions and 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
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Improvements to County Road 129, under IFB #24IFB23.  Funding Source is P375.
 

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

Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Improvements to County Road 129, under IFB #24IFB23.

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
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the extension of contract #23IFB20 Asphalt Emulsions, renewal period #1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Wright Asphalt Products Company and Martin Apshalt Company for the 12-month term of February 13, 2024 - February 12, 2025, and authorizing execution of the renewal agreement.
 

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

Motion:To approve the extension of contract #23IFB20 Asphalt Emulsions, renewal period #1, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Wright Asphalt Products Company and Martin Apshalt Company for the 12-month term of February 13, 2024 - February 12, 2025, 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
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 13 in the amount of $351,674.45 to expire January 31, 2025 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping, LLC and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for Corridor E2/E3 from US 79 to CR 127. Funding source: P588
 

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

Motion:To approve Work Authorization No 13 in the amount of $351,674.45 to expire January 31, 2025 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping, LLC and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for Corridor E2/E3 from US 79 to CR 127.

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
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Alliance Transportation Group, Inc. and Williamson County dated June 14, 2022 for On Call Design Engineering Services for Small Drainage and Small Roadway Projects. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $75,000.00. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
 

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

Motion:To approve Work Authorization No 13 in the amount of $351,674.45 to expire January 31, 2025 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping, LLC and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for Corridor E2/E3 from US 79 to CR 127.

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
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 6 Section 1 subdivision – Precinct 2.
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 final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 6 Section 1 subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 7A Section 1 subdivision – Precinct 2.
 

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

Motion:To approve the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 7A Section 1 subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
46.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a resolution recognizing Peggy Vasquez for her 31 years of service to Williamson County upon her retirement December 29, 2023.
County Attorney Dee Hobbs addressed the Court.
Peggy Vasquez addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a resolution recognizing Peggy Vasquez for her 31 years of service to Williamson County upon her retirement December 29, 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:
 
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a proclamation wishing everyone a joyous and safe holiday season.
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a proclamation wishing everyone a joyous and safe holiday season.

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
 
48.
Discuss and take appropriate action on the Community Development Block Grant program's 2022 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).
This item was discussed in Executive Session for Real Estate Matters.
 

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

Motion:To approve the Community Development Block Grant program's 2022 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).

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 9:48 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2023 TO DISCUSS ITEM #49 UNDER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 551.072 - DELIBERATIONS REGARDING REAL PROPERTY.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 9:56 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2023.
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) program update and projects. 
 

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

Motion:To approve the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) program update and proposed projects.

 
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the execution of the Williamson County Flexible Benefits Plan Adoption Agreement, the Williamson County Flexible Benefits Plan Formal Record of Action and approve the Williamson County Flexible Benefits Plan Summary Plan Description.
 

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

Motion:To approve authorizing the execution of the Williamson County Flexible Benefits Plan Adoption Agreement, the Williamson County Flexible Benefits Plan Formal Record of Action and approve the Williamson County Flexible Benefits Plan Summary Plan Description.

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
 
51.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the approval and execution of the following Symetra Insurance documents:
  • Symetra Group Life Insurance Certificate Rider
  • Symetra Group Life Insurance Certificate
  • Symetra Amendment No. 3, Voluntary Long Term Disability Income Insurance
  • Symetra Group Long Term Disability Insurance Certificate of Coverage
  • Symetra Amendment No. 4, Voluntary Short Term Disability Income Insurance
  • Symetra Group Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance Certificate
 

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

Motion:To approve the following Symetra Insurance documents:
- Symetra Group Life Insurance Certificate Rider
- Symetra Group Life Insurance Certificate
- Symetra Amendment No. 3, Voluntary Long Term Disability Income Insurance
- Symetra Group Long Term Disability Insurance Certificate of Coverage
- Symetra Amendment No. 4, Voluntary Short Term Disability Income Insurance
- Symetra Group Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance Certificate

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
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a change to the Employee Policy Manual. 
 

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

Motion:To approve a change to the Employee Policy Manual.

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 Lease Agreement between Williamson County, Texas and the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center, Inc. relating to that certain commercial property located as 1811 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown, TX 78626.
Technology Services Director Richard Semple addressed the Court.
Senior Director of Facilities Dale Butler addressed the Court
County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
Children's Advocacy Center Chief Operating Officer Darlene Lewis addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a Lease Agreement between Williamson County, Texas and the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center, Inc. relating to that certain commercial property located as 1811 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown, TX 78626.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Nay:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Attachments:
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on canceling Commissioners Court on Tuesday for the following dates: January 16th, February 20th, March 12th, April 2nd, May 28th, July 8th and September 3.
 

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

Motion:To approve canceling Commissioners Court on Tuesday for the following dates: January 16th, February 20th, March 12th, April 2nd, May 28th, July 8th and September 3.

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

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

Motion:To approve a friendly amendment changing the July date from July 8 to July 9.

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
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Veterans Services Donations.
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Veterans Service Donations.
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Williamson County EMS Provider License Declaration Form and authorizing the County Judge to sign same and any necessary related documents.
 

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

Motion:To approve the Williamson County EMS Provider License Declaration Form and authorizing the County Judge to sign same and any necessary related documents.

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:
 
58.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Agreement #202494 from Election Systems & Software for Williamson County Elections to purchase Tabulation Hardware and Installation Services for the total amount of $242,205.00, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #710-23.
 

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

Motion:To approve Agreement #202494 from Election Systems & Software for Williamson County Elections to purchase Tabulation Hardware and Installation Services for the total amount of $242,205.00, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #710-23.

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
 
59.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the construction services agreement #202503 with Falkenberg Construction Company, Inc for Williamson County Southwest Regional Park Stadium, Splashpad and Tennis Restroom Interior Renovations in the amount of Five Hundred Ninety-Seven Thousand One Hundred Ninety and 58/100 Dollars ($597,190.58) pursuant to Buyboard Contract #581-19, and authorize execution of the agreement.
 

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

Motion:To approve construction services agreement #202503 with Falkenberg Construction Company, Inc for Williamson County Southwest Regional Park Stadium, Splashpad and Tennis Restroom Interior Renovations in the amount of Five Hundred Ninety-Seven Thousand One Hundred Ninety and 58/100 Dollars ($597,190.58) pursuant to Buyboard Contract #581-19, 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
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
60.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on closing out and not awarding #23RFP112, Armored Courier Services, due to no qualified responses received.
 

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

Motion:To approve closing out and not awarding #23RFP112, Armored Courier Services, due to no qualified responses received.

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
 
61.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Contract for Construction between Williamson County and J.T. Vaughn Construction relating to the Criminal Justice Center Support Space Project (P595)
 

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

Motion:To approve a Contract for Construction between Williamson County and J.T. Vaughn Construction relating to the Criminal Justice Center Support Space Project (P595).

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
 
62.
Receive the December 2023 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation
Robert Daigh addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
63.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 2 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping, LLC and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for On Call Surveying Services. This Contract Amendment No 2 will allow for an increase in the Compensation Cap from $700,000.00 to $1,100,000.00. Funding source: P588
 

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No 2 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping, LLC and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for On Call Surveying Services to allow for an increase in the Compensation Cap from $700,000.00 to $1,100,000.00.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
64.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ #23RFSQ79 Williamson County Groundwater Services to LRE Water, LLC, for the maximum payable amount of $794,092.00 and authorize execution of the agreement. Funding Source is 445P.
 

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

Motion:To approve awarding RFQ #23RFSQ79 Williamson County Groundwater Services to LRE Water, LLC, for the maximum payable amount of $794,092.00 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
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
65.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 7 to the Utility Coordination/Relocation Services contract between Williamson County and Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. relating to the Corridor and Road Bond Program.  Project: On-Call  Fund Source: Corridor & Road Bonds
 

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 7 to the Utility Coordination/Relocation Services contract between Williamson County and Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. relating to the Corridor and Road Bond Program.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
66.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 6 in the amount of $399,968.56 for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 Reconstruction (James Construction) P: 390 Funding Source: Road Bond.
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained in regard to payment to invoices for James Construction (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 6 in the amount of $399,968.56 for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 Reconstruction (James Construction) P: 390.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Abstain)
 
67.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Roger Beasley Mazda, Inc., a Texas Corporation to acquire 3.688 acres as needed for right of way on the Hero Way project (Parcel 301). Funding Source: Road Bonds P326
 

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

Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Roger Beasley Mazda, Inc., a Texas Corporation to acquire 3.688 acres as needed for right of way on the Hero Way project (Parcel 301).

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:
 
68.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Clayton Properties Group, Inc. and Brohn Homes to acquire 24.223 acres and 1.272 acres required as right of way on the E. Wilco Highway Segment 2 project (Parcel 35 parts 1 and 2). Funding Source: TANS P588
Rick Lutowski of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Clayton Properties Group, Inc. and Brohn Homes to acquire 24.223 acres and 1.272 acres required as right of way on the E. Wilco Highway Segment 2 project (Parcel 35 parts 1 and 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:
 
69.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Sadie Wall for approximately 1.36 acres located on SH 29 for the SH 29 corridor project. Funding Source: TANS P588
 

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

Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Sadie Wall for approximately 1.36 acres located on SH 29 for the SH 29 corridor 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:
 
70.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Relocation of Water System Improvements CR 332 Roadway Construction Project with Lone Star Regional Water Authority. Funding Source: Road Bonds P366
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Relocation of Water System Improvements CR 332 Roadway Construction Project with Lone Star Regional Water Authority.

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:
 
71.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Order Calling for the Establishment of Transportation Reinvestment Zone Number One, County of Williamson. 
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve an Order Calling for the Establishment of Transportation Reinvestment Zone Number One, County of Williamson.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Nay:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Attachments:
 
72.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement for Completing Design Services and Construction Related to Water Line Improvements along Ronald Reagan Blvd. with the City of Georgetown. Funding Source: Road Bonds P336
 

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

Motion:To approve an Interlocal Agreement for Completing Design Services and Construction Related to Water Line Improvements along Ronald Reagan Blvd. with the City of Georgetown.

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:
 
73.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Development Agreement by and Between Williamson County and Santa Rita KC, LLC and its Affiliated Entities Regarding Dedication of Right of Way and Certain Improvements to Ronald Reagan Boulevard. Funding Source: Road Bonds P336
 

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

Motion:To approve a Development Agreement by and Between Williamson County and Santa Rita KC, LLC and its Affiliated Entities Regarding Dedication of Right of Way and Certain Improvements to Ronald Reagan Boulevard.

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:
 
74.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (1.727 acres) required for the construction of CR 255. (Marjorie Vickers, as executrix/ Parcel 49) Funding Source: Road Bonds TANS P588
 

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

Motion:To approve a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (1.727 acres) required for the construction of CR 255 (Marjorie Vickers, as executrix/ Parcel 49).

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 THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:06 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2023.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:07 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2023.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:07 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2023.
 
75.
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. 
                 t)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 258. 
                u)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for Southwestern Blvd. 

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

 
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
76.
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
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
77.
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-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
4. 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
5. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. 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
17. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01117-RP; Adam Mirelez #02413581 v. Llano County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
18. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01223-RP; Siddharth Kode v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
19. Cause No. 2SC-23-0402; Wanda Wolsch v. Johnson Development, et al.; In the Justice Court of Williamson County, Precinct Two
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. 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.

 
78.
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.

 
79.
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.

 
80.
Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of the Williamson County Chief Information Officer, Department of Information Systems (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters).
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
81.
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 1:47 P.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2023.
 
82.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
83.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
84.
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-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
4. 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
5. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. 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
17. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01117-RP; Adam Mirelez #02413581 v. Llano County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
18. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01223-RP; Siddharth Kode v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
19. Cause No. 2SC-23-0402; Wanda Wolsch v. Johnson Development, et al.; In the Justice Court of Williamson County, Precinct Two
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. 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.

 
85.
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.

 
86.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey thanked Connie Odom and her staff for a successful ribbon cutting for the new lighting at the Regional Park, and wished everyone a Merry Christmas.

 
87.
Public Comment Period.
 

Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Dionne Labatad of Taylor

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT  1:47 P.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2023.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 9th day of January, 2024.


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

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