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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
MARCH 5, 2024


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:35 A.M. on TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 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 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Absent:
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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 Feburary 27, 2024 Commissioners Court Meeting.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
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 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To authorize the payment of:
March 5th Supplemental Funding Report $16,343,381.30
Summary of Additional Transactions $349,709.27
Grand Total $16,693,090.57
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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
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 – 26 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Public Affairs.
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This item was moved to the regular agenda.
Director of Communications and Media Relations Connie Odom addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Public Affairs.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0406-005741 Computer Software $50,000.00
To 0100-0406-004100 Professional Services $50,000.00

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

Motion:To approve compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through 02/29/2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through 02/29/2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of county capital assets through Auction including one mobile home, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the disposal of county capital assets through Auction including one mobile home, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Trade In, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 02.01.24 through 02.26.24.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Trade In, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 02.01.24 through 02.26.24.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 02.01.24 through 02.26.24.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 02.01.24 through 02.26.24.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 02.01.24 through 02.26.24.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 02.01.24 through 02.26.24.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 02.01.24 through 02.26.24.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the Purchasing Department monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 02.01.24 through 02.26.24.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action concerning the appointment of Anita Lozano as Deputy Constable for Precinct 1.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the appointment of Anita Lozano as Deputy Constable for Precinct 1.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve an amendment to a subrecipient agreement between Williamson County and the City of Thrall for Infrastructure Improvements to the water project serving the community for reimbursement under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a request for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to use the neighboring field for a shelter event.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a request for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to use the neighboring field for a shelter event.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Palm Valley Lutheran Church for off-duty contracting of Constable Pct. 1 Deputies to be effective March 24, 2024.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Palm Valley Lutheran Church for off-duty contracting of Constable Pct. 1 Deputies to be effective March 24, 2024.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Funding Agreement #2024116 between Williamson County and Simple Sparrow Care Farm for occupational therapy services for $30,000.00, and authorizing the execution of the agreement. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Funding Agreement #2024116 between Williamson County and Simple Sparrow Care Farm for occupational therapy services for $30,000.00, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving agreement #2024138 for fencing around three (3) Remote Automated Weather Stations (RAWS) to provide security and keep people and wildlife from tampering with the stations in the amount of $14,080.00 and authorize execution of the agreement. The funding source is P383
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve agreement #2024138 for fencing around three (3) Remote Automated Weather Stations (RAWS) to provide security and keep people and wildlife from tampering with the stations in the amount of $14,080.00 and authorize execution of the agreement to be funded by P383.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Statement of Work #2024143 between Williamson County and CDW Government, LLC for Active Directory Remediation for a total amount of $69,880.00, pursuant to Omnia contract #R210401, and authorize the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Statement of Work #2024143 between Williamson County and CDW Government, LLC for Active Directory Remediation for a total amount of $69,880.00, pursuant to Omnia contract #R210401, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement #2424142 for fencing for Brushy Creek Regional Train Phase V between Williamson County and Texas Ranch Enhancements LLC to provide fence and fence installation services in the amount of $15,500.00 and authorizing execution of the Agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Agreement #2424142 for fencing for Brushy Creek Regional Train Phase V between Williamson County and Texas Ranch Enhancements LLC to provide fence and fence installation services in the amount of $15,500.00 and authorize execution of the Agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFSQ #21RFSQ2 providing planning, design & engineering services for the Southwest Regional Park – Disc Golf Parking Pave to K.C. Engineering, Inc., in the amount up to $35,290.00, and authorize execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve awarding RFSQ #21RFSQ2 providing planning, design & engineering services for the Southwest Regional Park – Disc Golf Parking Pave to K.C. Engineering, Inc., in the amount up to $35,290.00, and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement for Construction Services #2024152 with Texas AirSystems, LLC for the Central Maintenance Facility (CMF) HVAC replacement for Facilities Management in the amount of $91,450.00, pursuant to Cooperative Contract #TIPS 220106, and authorize execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the Agreement for Construction Services #2024152 with Texas AirSystems, LLC for the Central Maintenance Facility (CMF) HVAC replacement for Facilities Management in the amount of $91,450.00, pursuant to Cooperative Contract #TIPS 220106, and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement for Construction Services #2024147 with 360 TXC, LLC for the County District Attorney’s (DA) Offices Remodel for Facilities Management in the amount of $32,846.00 pursuant to Cooperative Contract #PCA OD 311-20, and authorize execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Agreement for Construction Services #2024147 with 360 TXC, LLC for the County District Attorney’s (DA) Offices Remodel for Facilities Management in the amount of $32,846.00 pursuant to Cooperative Contract #PCA OD 311-20, and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Cross Culvert Replacements Phase 2 FY24, under IFB #24IFB37.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Cross Culvert Replacements Phase 2 FY24, under IFB #24IFB37.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Ronald W Reagan Blvd Milling and Overlay, under IFB #24IFB38.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Ronald W Reagan Blvd Milling and Overlay, under IFB #24IFB38.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for CR 404 Pavement Rehabilitation, under IFB #24IFB39. The funding source is P646
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for CR 404 Pavement Rehabilitation, under IFB #24IFB39. The funding source is P646

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for County Road Seal Coat FY 24 Improvements, under IFB #24IFB40.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for County Road Seal Coat FY 24 Improvements, under IFB #24IFB40.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 4 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between SWCA, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 25, 2020 for CR 255 Environmental Services. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $62,138.89. Funding source: P546.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No 4 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between SWCA, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 25, 2020 for CR 255 Environmental Services to be funded by P546.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
27.
Hear a presentation on the Procedures and Duties of the Magistrate's Office and Associate Judges.
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Senior Associate Judge Kristen Jernigan addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing Williamson County OEM’s StormReady certification. Williamson County Office of Emergency Management would like to be recognized for being a StormReady Community presented by the National Weather Service.
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Director of Emergency Management Shantelle Brannon addressed the Court.
National Weather Service Warning Coordination Meteorologist Paul Yura addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve recognizing Williamson County Office of Emergency Management’s StormReady certification by the National Weather Service.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution regarding border security.
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Collin Klein of Cedar Park addressed the Court.
Cathy Jaster of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Peter Dana of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Marcia Strickler-Watson of Austin addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a resolution regarding border security.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Nay:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Williamson County Wellness Updates.
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Benefits Director Shelley Loughrey addressed the Court.
Wellness Coordinator Angela Collins addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding repairs to County vehicles damaged during the September 24, 2023 hail storm. 
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Assistant General Counsel Shannon Francis addressed the Court.
Director of Juvenile Services Scott Matthew addressed the Court.
County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve repairing the Ford Fusion sedan from the Juvenile Services fleet that was damaged in the September 24, 2023 hail storm, but not the other three damaged automobiles.

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

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

Motion:To approve the recommended repairs to county vehicles damaged during the September 24, 2023 hail storm for other departments as presented.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on entering an agreement with the OCA for a Business Court in Williamson County.
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

This item was pulled from the agenda.

Attachments:
 
33.
Discuss, Consider, and take appropriate action on Funding for ARPA Grant funded position for the District Clerk's office beginning January 1, 2025.
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

This item was pulled from the agenda.

Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on funding for ARPA Grant funded positions in the County Attorney's office beginning January 1, 2025.
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This item was pulled from the agenda.

 
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to convert three DA Felony Prosecutor II positions from ARPA funded positions to permanent positions, effective January 1, 2025.
View Agenda Item
 

This item was pulled from the agenda.

Attachments:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to convert Domestic Violence Detective Pcn#2077.001105 position from an ARPA funded grant position to a permanent position in the Sheriff's Office general funds to be effective January 1, 2025.  
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This item was pulled from the agenda.

Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to convert CCG Deputy Pcn #2010.001105 and 2011.001105 positions from ARPA funded grant positions to permanent positions in the Sheriff's Office general funds to be effective January 1, 2025.
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This item was pulled from the agenda.

Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to convert CCG Physician Assistant PCN#2005.001100 position from an ARPA funded grant position to a permanent position in the Sheriff's Office general funds to be effective January 1, 2025.
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This item was pulled from the agenda.

Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the engagement of the law firm of Eric Opiela PLLC to represent and provide legal advice to Williamson County in relation to election law matters and future matters at the request of the Williamson County Commissioners Court through its General Counsel’s Office; 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).
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve the engagement of the law firm of Eric Opiela PLLC to represent and provide legal advice to Williamson County in relation to election law matters and future matters at the request of the Williamson County Commissioners Court through its General Counsel’s Office; 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on HIPAA Business Associates Agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County and Cities Health District. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the HIPAA Business Associates Agreement between Williamson County and the Williamson County and Cities Health District.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) subrecipient agreement with Bluebonnet Trails Community Services for Primary Care Integration, Diversion Center Expansion, Withdrawal Management and Adult Respite Safety.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) subrecipient agreement with Bluebonnet Trails Community Services for Primary Care Integration, Diversion Center Expansion, Withdrawal Management and Adult Respite Safety.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Contract for Construction #2024148 with TD Industries, Inc. for the Jail North HVAC Upgrades for Facilities Management in the amount of $144,200.00, pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing BuyBoard Contract Number #720-23, and authorize execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Contract for Construction #2024148 with TD Industries, Inc. for the Jail North HVAC Upgrades for Facilities Management in the amount of $144,200.00, pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing BuyBoard Contract Number #720-23, and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Contract for Construction #2024149 with TD Industries, Inc. for the CJC North Makeup Air Unit (MAU) Replacement for Facilities Management in the amount of $282,537.00, pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing – BuyBoard - Contract Number #720-23, and authorize execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Contract for Construction #2024149 with TD Industries, Inc. for the CJC North Makeup Air Unit (MAU) Replacement for Facilities Management in the amount of $282,537.00, pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing – BuyBoard - Contract Number #720-23, and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Contract for Construction #2024150 with Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc., for the Jail Facade Make Safe for Facilities Management in the amount of $194,284.03, pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing – BuyBoard - Contract Number #581-19, and authorize execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Contract for Construction #2024150 with Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc., for the Jail Facade Make Safe for Facilities Management in the amount of $194,284.03, pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing – BuyBoard - Contract Number #581-19, and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a First Amended and Restated Contract for Planning, Design & Engineering Services Contract between Williamson County and Halff Associates, Inc. relating to Berry Springs Park Improvements Project (P559).
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Senior Director of Parks and Venues Russell Fishbeck addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a First Amended and Restated Contract for Planning, Design & Engineering Services Contract between Williamson County and Halff Associates, Inc. relating to Berry Springs Park Improvements Project to be funded by P559.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding prioritization of potential congressional earmark projects.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the prioritization proposal of potential Congressional earmark projects.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
 
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding Engineering Services for Wilco Development Services Assistance to Doucet & Associates, Garver, LLC and K Friese & Associates, LLC, with the maximum payable amount for each agreement at three million dollars $3,000,000.00 and authorize execution of the agreements.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve awarding Engineering Services for Wilco Development Services Assistance to Doucet & Associates, Garver, LLC and K Friese & Associates, LLC, with the maximum payable amount for each agreement at three million dollars $3,000,000.00 and authorize execution of the agreements.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 8 in the amount of $23,099.72 for Project 1810-265 North Mays Extension (Capital Excavation) P: 224 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 8 in the amount of $23,099.72 for Project 1810-265 North Mays Extension (Capital Excavation) to be funded by P224.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
49.
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 404 Realignment Project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4. P391.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
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 404 Realignment Project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Prcinct 4 to be funded by P391.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreement for Gift of Real Property with CLI C7 Ranch Owner, LLC. for 1.379 AC as right of way and 0.6896 AC for a waterline easement as required for the construction of Ronald Reagan Boulevard Segment B. (Parcel 5) Funding Source: Road Bonds P336
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve an Agreement for Gift of Real Property with CLI C7 Ranch Owner, LLC. for 1.379 AC as right of way and 0.6896 AC for a waterline easement as required for the construction of Ronald Reagan Boulevard Segment B (Parcel 5) to be funded by Road Bonds P336.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreement for Exchange and Gift of Real Property with C7(II) Ranch Ltd. Williamson County will exchange 1.911 AC of excess right of way for 0.3066 AC and 0.7185 AC as right of way and 0.0546 AC for a drainage easement and C7 (II) Ranch Ltd. will grant a new waterline easement to the City of Georgetown across 0.1916 AC and 0.2721 AC all required for the construction of the Ronald Reagan Widening project. (Parcel 6) Funding Source Road Bonds P336
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve an Agreement for Exchange and Gift of Real Property with C7(II) Ranch Ltd. Williamson County will exchange 1.911 AC of excess right of way for 0.3066 AC and 0.7185 AC as right of way and 0.0546 AC for a drainage easement and C7 (II) Ranch Ltd. will grant a new waterline easement to the City of Georgetown across 0.1916 AC and 0.2721 AC all required for the construction of the Ronald Reagan Widening project (Parcel 6) to be funded by Road Bonds P336.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Relocation of Water System Improvements CR 332 Roadway Construction Project with the Jarrell-Schwertner Water Supply Corporation. Funding Source: Road Bonds P366
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Relocation of Water System Improvements CR 332 Roadway Construction Project with the Jarrell-Schwertner Water Supply Corporation to be funded by Road Bonds P366.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Rule 11 Condemnation Agreement with Jeffrey W. Vogel to acquire 0.272 acres needed as right of way on the CR 279 @ Bagdad Rd. project (Parcel 29). Funding Source: Road Bonds P343
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a Rule 11 Condemnation Agreement with Jeffrey W. Vogel to acquire 0.272 acres needed as right of way on the CR 279 @ Bagdad Rd. project (Parcel 29) to be funded by Road Bonds P343.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
54.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn 4.377 acres as Right of Way and 0.289 acres as an electric easement required for the construction of Hero Way. (The Park at Cypress Creek, LLC/ Parcel 333 and 333E) Funding Source: TANS P588
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn 4.377 acres as Right of Way and 0.289 acres as an electric easement required for the construction of Hero Way (The Park at Cypress Creek, LLC/ Parcel 333 and 333E) to be funded by TANS P588.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:35 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 2024.
 
55.
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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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
56.
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.

 
57.
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.
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
58.
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.

 
59.
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.

 
60.
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 12:44 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 2024.
 
61.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
62.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
63.
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.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
64.
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.

 
65.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

There were no comments on this item.

 
66.
Public Comment Period.
 

Those who addressed the Court:
Marcia Strickler-Watson of Georgetown

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:47 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 2024.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 19th 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