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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
FEBRUARY 27, 2024


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:32 A.M. on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2024, 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 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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 February 13, 2024 Commissioners Court Meeting.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (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.
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained in regard to payment to invo(Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion:To authorize the payment of:
February 20th Funding Report $269,261.49
February 27th Funding Report $31,299,007.36
Summary of Additional Transactions $1,228,893.36
Grand Total $32,797,162.36
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:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (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 – 39 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Constable 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Constable 4.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0554-003100 Office Supplies $1,070.58
To 0100-0554-003005 Office Furniture < $5000 $1,070.58

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
4.
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 $12,613.00
To 0100-0440-005700 DistAtty/Vehicle $12,613.00

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0503-005740 Computer Equipment > $5,000 $26,100.00
To 0100-0503-003012 Computer Equipment < $5,000 $26,100.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (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 0100-0509-003010 Computer Equipment $7,500.00
To 0100-0509-003102 Safety Supplies $7,500.00
From 0100-0509-004430 Utilities $40,000.00
To 0100-0509-004541 Vehicle Maintenance/Repair $40,000.00
From 0100-0509-004509 Facility Enhancements $4,000.00
To 0100-0509-004620 Equipment Rentals $4,000.00

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Environmental Services Division. 
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 the Environmental Services Division.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0661-005700 Vehicles > $5,000 $2,000.00
To 0100-0661-004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maint $2,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road & Bridge Division.
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 the Road & Bridge Division.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005700 Vehicles > $5,000 $9,900.00
To 0200-0210-005003 Equipment > $5,000 $9,900.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
10.
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:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of January 2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve property tax collections for the month of January 2024 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 02/15/2024 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 02/15/2024 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take action on approving the Investment Report for the Quarter ending December 31, 2023, which was approved by the investment committee on January 29, 2024.
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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 Investment Report for the Quarter ending December 31, 2023, which was approved by the investment committee on January 29, 2024.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take action on approving the Williamson County Investment Policy for 2024, which was approved by the Investment Committee on January 29, 2024.
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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 Williamson County Investment Policy for 2024, which was approved by the Investment Committee on January 29, 2024.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the County Attorney December 2023 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the County Attorney December 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the County Attorney January 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the County Attorney January 2024 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the 2023 Racial Profiling Report for Williamson County Constable 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the 2023 Racial Profiling Report for Williamson County Constable 4.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Stephen Balderas to ESD #3 board with the term to commence February 27th and continue until December 31st, 2025.
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Benjamin Jennings of Bartlett addressed the Court.
Jason Oltman of Round Rock addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To appoint Stephen Balderas to ESD #3 Board with the term to commence February 27, 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
19.
Discuss and take appropriate action on noting in the Minutes the County Clerk's CE hours from the County Investment Academy created by Texas Association of Counties.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To note in the Minutes the County Clerk's CE hours from the County Investment Academy created by Texas Association of Counties.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a First Amended and Restated Farm Lease between Williamson County, Texas, and Weldon Copeland and Kevin Copeland, jointly and severally, for the lease of 149 acres of land situated near the intersection of Landfill Road and FM 1660 in Hutto, Williamson County, Texas for purposes of farming.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a First Amended and Restated Farm Lease between Williamson County, Texas, and Weldon Copeland and Kevin Copeland, jointly and severally, for the lease of 149 acres of land situated near the intersection of Landfill Road and FM 1660 in Hutto, Williamson County, Texas for purposes of farming.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the non-renewal of the Falcon Complete License Subscription and termination of the Terms and Conditions with CrowdStrike, Inc., effective April 11, 2024, and that appropriate officials take necessary actions to provide notice of such termination. 
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This item was pulled from the agenda.

Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the engagement of BLX Group LLC to provide professional advice and counsel relating to cash flow analyses and bidding agent services in connection with Williamson County’s investment portfolio; and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the engagement of BLX Group LLC to provide professional advice and counsel relating to cash flow analyses and bidding agent services in connection with Williamson County’s investment portfolio; and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the uniform policy for the Elections Department. 
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This item was pulled from the agenda.

Attachments:
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an investment from Maddie's Fund for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an investment from Maddie's Fund for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a request for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to accept an investment from Best Friends Animal Society.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a request for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to accept an investment from Best Friends Animal Society.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a request for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to accept a grant investment from Greater Good.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a request for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to accept a grant investment from Greater Good.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase agreement for an additional Bonfire Pro Seat License with Bonfire Interactive Ltd., in the amount of $2,362.50, as per DIR contract #DIR-TSO-4363, and authorizing the execution of the purchase agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the purchase agreement for an additional Bonfire Pro Seat License with Bonfire Interactive Ltd., in the amount of $2,362.50, as per DIR contract #DIR-TSO-4363, and authorizing the execution of the purchase agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a contract extension with Accelerated Card Company, LLC dba Certified Payments in order to allow additional time to complete the solicitation process. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a contract extension with Accelerated Card Company, LLC dba Certified Payments in order to allow additional time to complete the solicitation process.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Funding Agreement #2024115 between Williamson County and Family Restoration Coaching for parent mentoring services for $40,000.00, exempting the purchase from competitive bidding requirements under Tex. Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) a personal or professional service, 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 Funding Agreement #2024115 between Williamson County and Family Restoration Coaching for parent mentoring services for $40,000.00, exempting the purchase from competitive bidding requirements under Tex. Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) a personal or professional service, 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 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Funding Agreement #2024116 between Williamson County and Simple Sparrow Care Farm for housing services for $30,000.00, exempting the purchase from competitive bidding requirements under Tex. Government Code 2254.002(2)(A)(v) Medicine, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.  
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This item was pulled from the agenda.

Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Purchase #2024111 between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for CivilServe annual support and maintenance for the amount of $54,783.55, pursuant to Sourcewell contract #0903220-TTI.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Purchase #2024111 between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for CivilServe annual support and maintenance for the amount of $54,783.55, pursuant to Sourcewell contract #0903220-TTI.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Rental Agreement #2024127 between Williamson County and Pitney Bowes, Inc. for leasing a postage machine for the monthly charge of $713.53 for sixty (60) months pursuant to BuyBoard contract #656-21, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Rental Agreement #2024127 between Williamson County and Pitney Bowes, Inc. for leasing a postage machine for the monthly charge of $713.53 for sixty (60) months pursuant to BuyBoard contract #656-21, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement for Construction Services #2024144 with The Brandt Companies, LLC for the Juvenile Justice Center Exhaust Fan Replacement - Phase I for Facilities Management in the amount of $25,212.00 pursuant to Choice Partners Cooperative Contract #CSP-22-049MF, and authorize execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Agreement for Construction Services #2024144 with The Brandt Companies, LLC for the Juvenile Justice Center Exhaust Fan Replacement - Phase I for Facilities Management in the amount of $25,212.00 pursuant to Choice Partners Cooperative Contract #CSP-22-049MF, and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFSQ #21RFSQ2 providing continuing engineering services for the design of the Fleet Shop expansion at the Central Maintenance to MODE Design Company in the amount up to Forty-Eight Thousand and Nine Hundred Fifty Dollars ($48,950.00) and authorize execution of the agreement. The funding source is P608.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve awarding RFSQ #21RFSQ2 providing continuing engineering services for the design of the Fleet Shop expansion at the Central Maintenance to MODE Design Company in the amount up to Forty-Eight Thousand and Nine Hundred Fifty Dollars ($48,950.00) and authorize execution of the agreement to be funded by P608.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFSQ #21RFSQ2 providing continuing engineering services for the expansion of the existing Road and Bridge Personnel Building to MODE Design Company in the amount up to Sixty-One Thousand and Twenty-Five Dollars ($61,025.00) and authorize execution of the agreement. The funding source is P643.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve awarding RFSQ #21RFSQ2 providing continuing engineering services for the expansion of the existing Road and Bridge Personnel Building to MODE Design Company in the amount up to Sixty-One Thousand and Twenty-Five Dollars ($61,025.00) and authorize execution of the agreement to be funded by P643.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 4 in the amount of $456,280.00 to expire March 31, 2025 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between KC Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 31, 2022 for Engineering Design Services for Seven (7) HMAC Widening Projects. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Work Authorization No 4 in the amount of $456,280.00 to expire March 31, 2025 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between KC Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 31, 2022 for Engineering Design Services for Seven (7) HMAC Widening Projects to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004100.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 7 in the amount of $365,722.00 to expire December 31, 2025 under Williamson County contract for Engineering Services between Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for CR 255 City of Georgetown Water Line Relocations. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Work Authorization No 7 in the amount of $365,722.00 to expire December 31, 2025 under Williamson County contract for Engineering Services between Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for CR 255 City of Georgetown Water Line Relocations to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004100.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on ratifying and approving the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 7A Section 3 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 Santa Rita Ranch Phase 7A Section 3 subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Villa Torre subdivision – Precinct 3.
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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 Villa Torre subdivision – Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution acknowledging February 24, 2024, as Government Communicators Day in recognition of the Public Affairs staff and all government communicators who work to inform, educate and engage their communities.
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Director of Communications and Media Relations Connie Odom addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a resolution acknowledging February 24, 2024, as Government Communicators Day in recognition of the Public Affairs staff and all government communicators who work to inform, educate and engage their communities.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a proclamation declaring March 6 and 7, 2024 as Amplify Wilco Days.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve a proclamation declaring March 6 and 7, 2024 as Amplify Wilco Days.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding repairs to County vehicles damaged during the September 24, 2023 hail storm. 
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This item was pulled from the agenda.

 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve a Resolution Authorizing the County Judge to Execute Certificates Expressing Official Intent to reimburse costs of projects.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve a Resolution Authorizing the County Judge to Execute Certificates Expressing Official Intent to reimburse costs of projects.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Public Involvement for Infrastructure Projects contract RFP1812-284, renewal option period 4 (FINAL), with Rifeline, LLC, for the same pricing but with an amendment to the rate schedule to include three new job titles as listed in Attachment 1.  The contract for the term shall be for March 26, 2024 - March 26, 2025, with Rifeline, LLC, in the not-to-exceed amount of $2,000,000.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the extension of Public Involvement for Infrastructure Projects contract RFP1812-284, renewal option period 4 (FINAL), with Rifeline, LLC, for the same pricing but with an amendment to the rate schedule to include three new job titles as listed in Attachment in the not-to-exceed amount of $2,000,000.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #23RFP97 for the Preservation, Imaging, and Indexing of District Clerk Files to Kofile Technologies, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $3,000,000.00, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve awarding RFP #23RFP97 for the Preservation, Imaging, and Indexing of District Clerk Files to Kofile Technologies, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $3,000,000.00, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Quote #2024121 for Laserfiche Annual Support from MCCi, LLC in the amount of $121,266.10, pursuant to BuyBoard cooperative contract #716-23, and authorizing execution of the quote.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Quote #2024121 for Laserfiche Annual Support from MCCi, LLC in the amount of $121,266.10, pursuant to BuyBoard cooperative contract #716-23, and authorize execution of the quote.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Purchase #2024131 between Williamson County and CMS Communications to replace current network switches to Cisco Catalyst 9200 switches for a total amount of $168,050.00, pursuant to TIPS contract #21050301, and authorize the execution of the purchase.
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Purchase #2024131 between Williamson County and CMS Communications to replace current network switches to Cisco Catalyst 9200 switches for a total amount of $168,050.00, pursuant to TIPS contract #21050301, and authorize the execution of the purchase.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Purchase #2024133 between Williamson County and Presidio Networked Solutions, Inc. to replace C9500 routers for the total amount of $187,851.50, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-TSO-4167, and authorizing the execution of the purchase.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Purchase #2024133 between Williamson County and Presidio Networked Solutions, Inc. to replace C9500 routers for the total amount of $187,851.50, pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-TSO-4167, and authorize the execution of the purchase.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving annual purchase #2024137 between Williamson County and Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC, for maintenance of Cisco equipment, for the total amount of $175,540.22, pursuant to the Texas DIR-TSO 4167 contract, and authorizing the execution of the purchase.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve annual purchase #2024137 between Williamson County and Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC, for maintenance of Cisco equipment, for the total amount of $175,540.22, pursuant to the Texas DIR-TSO 4167 contract, and authorize the execution of the purchase.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #24IFB24, Animal Shelter Pharmaceuticals and Clinic Supplies, split on a per item basis, to three responsive bidders: Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc.; Patterson Veterinary; and Rally, Inc.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve awarding IFB #24IFB24, Animal Shelter Pharmaceuticals and Clinic Supplies, split on a per item basis, to three responsive bidders: Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc.; Patterson Veterinary; and Rally, Inc.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
51.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Amendment #2024106 between Williamson County and Safeware, Inc. for the amount of $375,840.00, and authorizing the execution of the Amendment.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Amendment #2024106 between Williamson County and Safeware, Inc. for the amount of $375,840.00, and authorize the execution of the Amendment.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Purchase #2024132 for 151,500 rounds of 9MM ammunition from USAVetAmmo in the amount of $56,000.00, pursuant to BuyBoard contract #698-23, and authorizing execution of the quote.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Purchase #2024132 for 151,500 rounds of 9MM ammunition from USAVetAmmo in the amount of $56,000.00, pursuant to BuyBoard contract #698-23, and authorize execution of the quote.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
55.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2019 Park Bond Transfer to close P562 (Expo Center Support Amenities) and move the remaining funds of $1,855,977.26 to P635 (West Arena and Amenities).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve a 2019 Park Bond Transfer to close P562 (Expo Center Support Amenities) and move the remaining funds of $1,855,977.26 to P635 (West Arena and Amenities).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
 
56.
Receive the February 2024 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 3 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for Utility Coordination for All Williamson County Activities Not Related to Road Bond Activities RFQ 1811-273.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No 3 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for Utility Coordination for All Williamson County Activities Not Related to Road Bond Activities RFQ 1811-273.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
58.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Letter of Transfer/Ownership to the Center for Archeological Research (CAR), for archaeological collections (records only) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the CR 255 Project, a Road and Bridge Project in Commissioner Pct. 3. P546
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve a Letter of Transfer/Ownership to the Center for Archeological Research (CAR), for archaeological collections (records only) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the CR 255 Project, a Road and Bridge Project in Commissioner Pct. 3 to be funded by P546.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
59.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding prioritization of a potential congressional earmark project.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve prioritization of a potential Congressional earmark project.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
60.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 9 in the amount of ($268,281.51) for Project T4327 Great Oaks Drive Improvements (DeNucci Constructors) P: 270 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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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 ($268,281.51) for Project T4327 Great Oaks Drive Improvements (DeNucci Constructors) from funding source Road Bond P: 270.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
61.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 11 in the amount of $271,902.72 for Project 22IFB139 FM3349 AT US79 (James Construction) P: 332 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained from voting on this item (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 11 in the amount of $271,902.72 for Project 22IFB139 FM3349 AT US79 (James Construction) to be funded by Road Bond P: 332.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Absent from the Dais)
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
62.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a purchase contract with Lucio Chaves and Maria Ugalde Hernandez for 0.1001 AC needed as right of way and 0.041 AC needed as a utility easement for the CR 314 project (Parcel 17/17E). Funding Source: Road Bonds P364
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a purchase contract with Lucio Chaves and Maria Ugalde Hernandez for 0.1001 AC needed as right of way and 0.041 AC needed as a utility easement for the CR 314 project (Parcel 17/17E) to be funded by Road Bonds P364.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
63.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a purchase contract with Susan Chavarria for 0.419 AC needed as right of way on the CR 314 project. (Parcel 25) Funding Source: Road Bonds P364
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a purchase contract with Susan Chavarria for 0.419 AC needed as right of way on the CR 314 project. (Parcel 25) to be funded by Road Bonds P364.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
64.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a purchase contract with 313 Jarrell Properties, LLC. for 0.194 AC and 0.209 AC needed as right of way on the CR 314 project. (Parcels 27 & 28) Funding Source: Road Bonds P364
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a purchase contract with 313 Jarrell Properties, LLC. for 0.194 AC and 0.209 AC needed as right of way on the CR 314 project (Parcels 27 & 28) to be funded by Road Bonds P364a, and a purchase contract with 313 Jarrell Properties, LLC. for 0.194 AC and 0.209 AC needed as right of way on the CR 314 project. (Parcels 27 & 28) to be funded by Road Bonds P364.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
65.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Relocation of Water System Improvements CR 332 Roadway Construction Project with Sonterra Municipal Utility District. Funding Source: Road Bonds P366
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Relocation of Water System Improvements CR 332 Roadway Construction Project with Sonterra Municipal Utility District to be funded by Road Bonds P366.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
66.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a purchase contract with FM 973 TRC1, LLC for 2.420 acres needed as right of way on the Corridor A-2 project. Funding Source: TANS P588
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a purchase contract with FM 973 TRC1, LLC for 2.420 acres needed as right of way on the Corridor A-2 project to be funded by TANS P588.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
67.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a purchase contract with Taylor FM 973 LLC for 23.864 acres and 4.951 acres needed as right of way on the Corridor A-2 project. Funding Source: TANS P588
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a purchase contract with Taylor FM 973 LLC for 23.864 acres and 4.951 acres needed as right of way on the Corridor A-2 project to be funded by TANS P588.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:23 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2024.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:25 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2024.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:25 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2024.
 
68.
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
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No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
69.
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
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No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
70.
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
20. Cause No. 24-0219-C395; Debra Damman et al. v. Steve Armbruster et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Cause No. 24-0115-C395; Williamson County Republican Party Executive Committee, John Gordon, Precinct Chair #123, Debra Damman, Precinct Chair #151 v. Williamson County Elections Department et al., In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B
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.
Dr. Laura Pressley of Florence addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
71.
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.

 
72.
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.

 
73.
Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices; or security audits in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center/Williamson County Courthouse (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:59 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2024.
 
74.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
75.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
76.
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
20. Cause No. 24-0219-C395; Debra Damman et al. v. Steve Armbruster et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
21. Cause No. 24-0115-C395; Williamson County Republican Party Executive Committee, John Gordon, Precinct Chair #123, Debra Damman, Precinct Chair #151 v. Williamson County Elections Department et al., In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B
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.
Dr. Laura Pressley of Florence addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
77.
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.

 
78.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

There were no comments on this item.

 
79.
Public Comment Period.
 

Those who addressed the Court:
Marcia Strickler of Austin
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown

Other:
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey (Absent)
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:05 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2024.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 5th day of March, 2024.


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

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