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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JANUARY 30, 2024



STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:34 A.M. on TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2024, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
  • Brad Weems, County Clerk Criminal Division Supervisor
 
 
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 January 23, 2024 Commissioners Court Meeting.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
2.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
Payroll/Operations Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To authorize the payment of:
January 30th Supplemental Funding Report $4,043,423.47
Summary of Additional Transactions $1,133,943.29
Grand Total $5,177,366.76
from the Funding Reports, 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:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. ( Items 3 – 27 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Non-Departmental.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
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-Departmental/Contingencies $35,379.50
To 0100-0554-003010 ConstPct#3/Computer Equi <$5k $35,379.50

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

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

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0405-003005 Ofc Furniture $1,000.00
From 0100-0405-003100 Office Supplies $1,000.00
From 0100-0405-004999 Misc $500.00
From 0100-0405-003670 Use of Donations $500.00
To 0100-0405-004232 Training $3,000.00

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

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for RCS (Radio Communications System).

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0507-0507-004419 Property Insurance $18,000.00
To 0507-0507-004510 Facility Repair & Maintenance $18,000.00

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

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Facilities.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0509-004500 Maintenance Services $6,000.00
To 0100-0509-004500 Equipment Rentals $6,000.00

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

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
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:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action acknowledging line item transfers of $500 or less completed by the County Auditor during October - December (FY24 1st quarter).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To acknowledge line item transfers of $500 or less completed by the County Auditor during October - December (FY24 1st quarter).

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 01/25/2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 01/25/2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of one (1) Model Year 2024 Ford F-150 Pick-Up Truck (black) from Caldwell Country Ford pursuant to IFB #23IFB26 awarded by Commissioners Court on 7/10/23.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the purchase of one (1) Model Year 2024 Ford F-150 Pick-Up Truck (black) from Caldwell Country Ford pursuant to IFB #23IFB26 awarded by Commissioners Court on 7/10/23.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase #2024104 of One (1) 2024 GMC 2500HD Truck in the amount of $49,044.50 from Gunn Buick GMC pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #724-23.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve purchase #2024104 of One (1) 2024 GMC 2500HD Truck in the amount of $49,044.50 from Gunn Buick GMC pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #724-23.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the County Attorney's Office Racial Profile report for 2023.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the County Attorney's Office Racial Profile report for 2023.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the termination of service agreements with Waste Management of Texas, Inc for solid waste collection at the Sheriff's Office Training Center, effective May 7, 2024, and the Williamson County Cedar Park Annex, effective April 15, 2024, and that appropriate officials take necessary actions to provide notice of such terminations of the agreements.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the termination of service agreements with Waste Management of Texas, Inc for solid waste collection at the Sheriff's Office Training Center, effective May 7, 2024, and the Williamson County Cedar Park Annex, effective April 15, 2024, and that appropriate officials take necessary actions to provide notice of such terminations of the agreements.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on User Agreement to Purchase Driver Records or Driver Record Monitoring Services between Williamson County and the Department of Public Safety for the State of Texas.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve User Agreement to Purchase Driver Records or Driver Record Monitoring Services between Williamson County and the Department of Public Safety for the State of Texas.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding a $11,916.50 signage proposal from the Williamson County Community Facility Fund for the naming of the "Judge Dan A. Gattis Pavilion" at the Williamson County Exposition Center.
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County Auditor Jule Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve funding a $11,916.50 signage proposal from the Williamson County Community Facility Fund for the naming of the "Judge Dan A. Gattis Pavilion" at the Williamson County Exposition Center.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement #2024102 between Williamson County and Yooz for Gold edition Accounts Payable annual automation subscription and support services for a 12-month period for a total amount of $36,000.00, and authorize the execution of the agreement. Three quotes were obtained for this off-contract purchase.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Agreement #2024102 between Williamson County and Yooz for Gold edition Accounts Payable annual automation subscription and support services for a 12-month period for a total amount of $36,000.00, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Amendment #1 between Williamson County and Texas Disposal Systems Inc, regarding RFP# 23RFP101 Solid Waste and Recycling Services and authorizing execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Amendment #1 between Williamson County and Texas Disposal Systems Inc, regarding RFP# 23RFP101 Solid Waste and Recycling Services and authorizing execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Agreement for Design & Engineering Services with Marmon Mok for the New Williamson County Headquarters Facility (P577) for $39,050.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Agreement for Design & Engineering Services with Marmon Mok for the New Williamson County Headquarters Facility (P577) for $39,050.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a report from Austin Montgomery d/b/a The Roof Co. Waco, LLC, Change Order No. 6 for the Central Texas Treatment Facility (CTTC) Winter Storm Repairs Project (P565) requiring a time extension for an addition 90 days toward substantial completion for a new date of April 19, 2024.  Final Completion shall be on or before May 19, 2024.  Funding Source is P565.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 6 for the Central Texas Treatment Facility (CTTC) Winter Storm Repairs Project (P565) requiring a time extension for an addition 90 days toward substantial completion for a new date of April 19, 2024.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a report from Austin Montgomery d/b/a The Roof Co. Waco, LLC, Change Order No. 2 for the CTTC Generator (ARPA 445P/445A/2.1)) requiring a time extension for an addition 90 days toward substantial completion for a new date of April 1, 2024.  Final Completion shall be on or before May 1, 2024.  Funding Source is 445P/445A/2.1).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 2 for the CTTC Generator (ARPA 445P/445A/2.1)) requiring a time extension for an addition 90 days toward substantial completion for a new date of April 1, 2024.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Amendment No. 1 to Agreement for Design & Engineering Services with Talex, Inc. Engineers for the Jail South Boiler Renovations (445P/2.1) for a time extension to December 13, 2024.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement for Design & Engineering Services with Talex, Inc. Engineers for the Jail South Boiler Renovations (445P/2.1) for a time extension to December 13, 2024.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Construction of Bud Stockton at FM 487 Traffic Signal, under IFB #24IFB33.  Funding Source is P307.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Construction of C. Bud Stockton Loop at FM 487 Traffic Signal, under IFB #24IFB33.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the final extension of contract #22IFB76 Flex Base Materials, renewal period #2, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to Central Texas Stone and Aggregate for the 12-month term of March 22, 2024 - March 21, 2025, and authorizing execution of the renewal agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the final extension of contract #22IFB76 Flex Base Materials, renewal period #2, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract that was awarded to Central Texas Stone and Aggregate for the 12-month term of March 22, 2024 - March 21, 2025, and authorizing execution of the renewal agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 8 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Diamond Surveying, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for On Call Professional Surveying Services. This supplemental is to decrease the maximum amount payable to $244,830.00. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004150.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No 8 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Diamond Surveying, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for On Call Professional Surveying Services to decrease the maximum amount payable to $244,830.00 to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004150.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 7 under Williamson County Contract between Diamond Surveying, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for CR 313 East of CR 332 Jarrell. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $79,200.00. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004150.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 7 under Williamson County Contract between Diamond Surveying, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for CR 313 East of CR 332 Jarrell to increase the maximum amount payable to $79,200.00 to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004150.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $357,703.00 to expire on December 31, 2024 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between LRE Water, LLC and Williamson County dated December 20, 2023 for Groundwater Services Relating to the Trinity Aquifer Within Williamson County East of I-35. Funding source: 445P.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $357,703.00 to expire on December 31, 2024 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between LRE Water, LLC and Williamson County dated December 20, 2023 for Groundwater Services Relating to the Trinity Aquifer Within Williamson County East of I-35 to be funded by 445P.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the final plat for the Saddleback at Santa Rita Ranch Phase 1 Section 2B subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the final plat for the Saddleback at Santa Rita Ranch Phase 1 Section 2B subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
28.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve an agreement with ConsumerInfo.com, Inc. aka Experian Consumer Services to assist with response to potential data security incident. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an agreement with ConsumerInfo.com, Inc. aka Experian Consumer Services to assist with response to potential data security incident.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding setting a bond for the Williamson County Elections Administrator in an amount not to exceed $20,000.00, payable to the County Judge, approved by the Commissioners Court, and conditioned on the faithful performance of the duties of the position.
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Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
Terry Soll of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve setting a bond for the Williamson County Elections Administrator in an amount not to exceed $20,000.00, payable to the County Judge, approved by the Commissioners Court, and conditioned on the faithful performance of the duties of the position.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the bond for the newly appointed Elections Administrator of Williamson County, Texas.
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Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve the bond for the newly appointed Elections Administrator of Williamson County, Texas.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take any appropriate action regarding the approval of the early voting polling locations and voting hours for the 2024 Republican Party and Democratic Party Primary Elections to be held March 5, 2024. Early voting will run from February 20, 2024, through March 1, 2024.
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Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
Terry Soll of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Dr. Laura Pressley of Florence addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve early voting polling locations and voting hours for the 2024 Republican Party and Democratic Party Primary Elections to be held March 5, 2024. Early voting will run from February 20, 2024, through March 1, 2024.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Resolution to Adopt the EVS 6.3.0.0 Voting System, as certified by the State of Texas, to be used for early and regular election day voting by Williamson County for the March 5, 2024, election and all subsequent elections, in accordance with Section 123.001(b) of the Texas Election Code.
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This item was moved to Executive Session for Attorney Consultation.

Election Administrator Bridget Escobedo addressed the Court.
Chief Information Officer Richard Semple addressed the Court.
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
Dr. Laura Pressley of Florence addressed the Court.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a Resolution to Adopt the EVS 6.3.0.0 Voting System, as certified by the State of Texas, to be used for early and regular election day voting by Williamson County for the March 5, 2024, election and all subsequent elections, in accordance with Section 123.001(b) of the Texas Election Code.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Consulting Services Agreement between Williamson County and ETC Institute, Inc., relating to the design and administration of a survey for Williamson County, Texas.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Consulting Services Agreement between Williamson County and ETC Institute, Inc., relating to the design and administration of a survey for Williamson County, Texas.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss and take appropriate action to amend the 2022 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan by changing the scope of the Granger Housing Authority rehab project to include upgrading property electrical system, repairing and/or replacing property sidewalks and gutter installation.  
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To amend the 2022 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan by changing the scope of the Granger Housing Authority rehab project to include upgrading property electrical system, repairing and/or replacing property sidewalks and gutter installation.

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

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

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

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

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

Motion:To approve changing the first line item in the budget amendment to 0546-0546-003510.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action approving Agreement #202507 for the annual Support and Maintenance for Astro/NICE for Dispatch and the Training Lab/Back Up Center with Motorola Solutions, Inc. totaling $497,878.27, pursuant to HGAC Contract #RA05-21, and authorizing the purchase.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Agreement #202507 for the annual Support and Maintenance for Astro/NICE for Dispatch and the Training Lab/Back Up Center with Motorola Solutions, Inc. totaling $497,878.27, pursuant to HGAC Contract #RA05-21, and authorizing the purchase.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal (GMP) with awarded RFP #22RFP135 Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for Juvenile Justice Center Addition to Spawglass Contractors, in the amount of  $1,311,902.00 and authorize the execution of the GMP between Williamson County and Spawglass Contractors, Inc. The funding source is P578.
View Agenda Item
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal (GMP) with awarded RFP #22RFP135 Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for Juvenile Justice Center Addition to Spawglass Contractors, in the amount of $1,311,902.00 and authorize the execution of the GMP between Williamson County and Spawglass Contractors, Inc. with funding source P578.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Master Service Agreement #2024108 between Williamson County and The Brandt Companies LLC in the not-to-exceed amount of $500,000.00 for HVAC services, pursuant to Choice Partners Coop contract #22/049MF-15 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Master Service Agreement #2024108 between Williamson County and The Brandt Companies LLC in the not-to-exceed amount of $500,000.00 for HVAC services, pursuant to Choice Partners Coop contract #22/049MF-15 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Master Service Agreement #2024109 between Williamson County and The Brandt Companies LLC in the not-to-exceed amount of $500,000.00 for Electrical services, pursuant to Choice Partners Coop contract #22/049MF-15 and authorizing the execution of the agreement
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Master Service Agreement #2024109 between Williamson County and The Brandt Companies LLC in the not-to-exceed amount of $500,000.00 for Electrical services, pursuant to Choice Partners Coop contract #22/049MF-15 and authorizing the execution of the agreement

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Master Service Agreement #2024110 between Williamson County and The Brandt Companies LLC in the not-to-exceed amount of $500,000.00 for Plumbing services, pursuant to Choice Partners Coop contract #22/049MF-15 and authorizing the execution of the agreement
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Master Service Agreement #2024110 between Williamson County and The Brandt Companies LLC in the not-to-exceed amount of $500,000.00 for Plumbing services, pursuant to Choice Partners Coop contract #22/049MF-15 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFSQ #21RFSQ2 providing continuing engineering services for Sheriff’s Office/Jail Upgrade Generator Coverage at 508 S Rock St, Georgetown, Texas, to the highest scoring firm, Ramirez-Simon Engineering, LLC, in the amount up to $156,470.00 and authorize execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To award RFSQ #21RFSQ2 providing continuing engineering services for Sheriff’s Office/Jail Upgrade Generator Coverage at 508 S Rock St, Georgetown, Texas, to the highest scoring firm, Ramirez-Simon Engineering, LLC, in the amount up to $156,470.00 and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Proposal #2024107 between Williamson County and Brymer Communication Services, LLC. dba BryComm, LLC. for fiber relocation for a total amount of $117,324.90, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4777, and authorize the execution of the proposal. The funding source is P578.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Proposal #2024107 between Williamson County and Brymer Communication Services, LLC. dba BryComm, LLC. for fiber relocation for a total amount of $117,324.90, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4777, and authorize the execution of the proposal with funding source P578.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #24IFB23 for Improvements to County Road 129 to the lowest and best bidder, Chasco Constructors, for the amount of $2,463,313.00 and authorizing the execution of the agreement. The funding source is P375.  
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve awarding IFB #24IFB23 for Improvements to County Road 129 to the lowest and best bidder, Chasco Constructors, for the amount of $2,463,313.00 and authorizing the execution of the agreement with funding source P375.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a TxDOT Resolution and Advance Funding Agreement for off-system bridge and roadway realignments for CR 143 at Dry Berry Creek.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a TxDOT Resolution and Advance Funding Agreement for off-system bridge and roadway realignments for CR 143 at Dry Berry Creek.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between LRE Water, LLC and Williamson County dated December 20, 2023 for Groundwater Services Relating to the Trinity Aquifer Within Williamson County East of I-35. Funding source: 445P
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between LRE Water, LLC and Williamson County dated December 20, 2023 for Groundwater Services Relating to the Trinity Aquifer Within Williamson County East of I-35 with funding source 445P.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 2 in the amount of ($27,480.00) for Project 23IFB21 Ronald Reagan Blvd. at Elizabeth Park Temporary Signals (The Levy Company) P: 336 Funding Source: Road Bond.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between LRE Water, LLC and Williamson County dated December 20, 2023 for Groundwater Services Relating to the Trinity Aquifer Within Williamson County East of I-35 to be funded by 445P.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 9 in the amount of ($368,749.53) for Project 22IFB139 FM 3349 at US 79 (James Construction) P: 332 Funding Source: Road Bond.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 9 in the amount of $368,749.53 for Project 22IFB139 FM 3349 at US 79 (James Construction) to be funded by Road Bonds P332.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 10 in the amount of $67,965.30 for Project 22IFB139 FM 3349 at US 79 (James Construction) P: 332 Funding Source: Road Bond.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 10 in the amount of $67,965.30 for Project 22IFB139 FM 3349 at US 79 (James Construction) to be funded by Road Bonds P332.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 7 in the amount of $137,831.49 for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 Reconstruction (James Construction) P: 390 Funding Source: Road Bond.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 7 in the amount of $137,831.49 for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 Reconstruction (James Construction) to be funded by Road Bonds P390.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 1 to the SH 195 at Ronald Reagan Boulevard contract between Williamson County and WGI, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program.
Project: P358  Fund Source: Road Bonds.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the SH 195 at Ronald Reagan Boulevard contract between Williamson County and WGI, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program Project P358.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a possession and use agreement for transportation purposes with Action Propane, Inc. for right of way needed on the Bagdad Rd. @ CR 279 project. Funding Source: Road Bonds 343
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a possession and use agreement for transportation purposes with Action Propane, Inc. for right of way needed on the Bagdad Rd. @ CR 279 project to be funded by Road Bonds P343.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a temporary right of entry agreement with Pulte Homes of Texas, LP for survey needed on the Ronald Reagan Corridor Segment D project. Funding Source: TANS P588
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a temporary right of entry agreement with Pulte Homes of Texas, LP for survey needed on the Ronald Reagan Corridor Segment D project to be funded by TANS P588.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Rule 11 condemnation agreement with Daniel and Karen Vaughn for right of way needed on the Bagdad Rd. @ CR 279 project (Parcel 30). Funding Source: Road Bonds P343
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a Rule 11 condemnation agreement with Daniel and Karen Vaughn for right of way needed on the Bagdad Rd. @ CR 279 project (Parcel 30) to be funded by Road Bonds P343.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
55.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Rule 11 condemnation agreement with Stella Carter for right of way needed on the Hero Way project (Parcel 324). Funding Source: TANS P588
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a Rule 11 condemnation agreement with Stella Carter for right of way needed on the Hero Way project (Parcel 324) to be funded by TANS P588.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
56.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.086 acres) required for the construction of Hero Way. (Christopher and Lynn Michelle Allison/ Parcel 216) 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 resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.086 acres) required for the construction of Hero Way. (Christopher and Lynn Michelle Allison/ Parcel 216) to be funded by TANS P588.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.700 acres) as right of way and (0.156 acres) as an electric easement required for the construction of Bagdad Rd. @ CR 279. (The Estate of Elizabeth Ann Rundzieher, aka Liz Rundzieher, aka Elizabeth Ann Lancaster, fka Elizabeth Ann Holder/ Parcel 16/16E) Funding Source: Road Bonds P343
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.700 acres) as right of way and (0.156 acres) as an electric easement required for the construction of Bagdad Rd. @ CR 279. (The Estate of Elizabeth Ann Rundzieher, aka Liz Rundzieher, aka Elizabeth Ann Lancaster, fka Elizabeth Ann Holder/ Parcel 16/16E)to be funded by Road Bonds P343.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 9:59 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2024.
 
58.
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 the acquisition of 321 Ed Schmidt Blvd., #300, Hutto, Texas
                p)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Bagdad Road/CR 279.
                q)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for CR 314.
                 r)   Discuss acquisition of right of way for Corridor J. 
                s)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for Southwestern Blvd. 
                 t)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for CR 313. 

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.

 
59.
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
     k) Project School Bus
View Agenda Item
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
60.
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. 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
12. 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
13. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. Cause No. 2SC-23-0402; Wanda Wolsch v. Johnson Development, et al.; In the Justice Court of Williamson County, Precinct Two
19. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00086; Kailey Padilla v. Daniel Osvaldo Perez and Williamson County; 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.
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
61.
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.

 
62.
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.

 
63.
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 10:58 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2024.
 
64.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
65.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
66.
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. 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
12. 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
13. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. Cause No. 2SC-23-0402; Wanda Wolsch v. Johnson Development, et al.; In the Justice Court of Williamson County, Precinct Two
19. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00086; Kailey Padilla v. Daniel Osvaldo Perez and Williamson County; 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.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
67.
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.

 
68.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

There were no comments on this item.

 
69.
Public Comment Period.
 

Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT  11:11 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2024.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED AT  11:11 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2024 FOR A PENDING CORRECTION TO AGENDA ITEM 36.

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT  11:12 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2024.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 6th day of February, 2024.


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

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