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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
APRIL 16, 2024


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:38 A.M. on TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 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 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
  • Bill Fairbrother, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

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

Motion:To approve the minutes of the April 9, 2024 Commissioners Court Meeting.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
2.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
County Auditor Accountant Tomika Lynce addressed the Court.
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained in regard to payment to invoices for James Construction (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion:To authorize the payment of:
April 16th Supplemental Funding Report $13,483,316.31
Summary of Additional Transactions $476,642.85
Grand Total $13,959,959.16
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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. ( Items 3 – 22 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Non-Departmental.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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 $13,724.67
To 0100-0440-001100 DistAtty/FT Salary $11,095.12
To 0100-0440-002010 DistAtty/FICA $848.78
To 0100-0440-002020 DistAtty/Retirement $1,780.77

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0475-004902 Co Atty Leg Supp $942.50
To 0100-0475-004232 Training Conf., Seminars $942.50

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

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for the Elections.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0376-0376-004232 Training Conf, Seminar $20,000.00
To 0376-0376-004212 Postage $20,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0560-003008 Law Enforcement Equip < $5,000 $43,352.00
To 0100-0560-005008 Law Enforcement Equip > $5,000 $43,352.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0560-004100 Professional Services $5,000.00
To 0100-0560-003398 Video Tapes/CD/DVD $5,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Corrections Department.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0570-005003 Equipment > $5,000 $20,000.00
To 0100-0570-004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maint. $20,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Corrections Department.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0570-003003 Radio Equipment < $5,000 $11,800.00
To 0100-0570-005730 Radio Equipment > $5,000 $11,800.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of a 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe Vin #1171 through Sale to Insurance, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To authorize the disposal of a 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe Vin #1171 through Sale to Insurance, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through 04/11/2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through 04/11/2024 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of March 2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve property tax collections for the month of March 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Consent to Lease Assignment between Williamson County, Texas, Univision Radio Broadcasting Texas, LP, as Assignor, and Spire Tower US LLC, as Assignee, relating to the Tower Site Lease Agreement originally executed between Univision Radio Broadcasting Texas, LP, as Lessee, and Williamson County, Texas, as Landlord, dated effective April 1, 2023.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a Consent to Lease Assignment between Williamson County, Texas, Univision Radio Broadcasting Texas, LP, as Assignor, and Spire Tower US LLC, as Assignee, relating to the Tower Site Lease Agreement originally executed between Univision Radio Broadcasting Texas, LP, as Lessee, and Williamson County, Texas, as Landlord, dated effective April 1, 2023.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving relocating two shoreline reels to the rear of the ambulance bay for Wilco Medic Unit 53 and change EMS office receptacle to a quad and feed with generator power in the amount of $1,693.07 and authorize execution of the Service Contract # 2024165. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve relocating two shoreline reels to the rear of the ambulance bay for Wilco Medic Unit 53 and change EMS office receptacle to a quad and feed with generator power in the amount of $1,693.07 and authorize execution of the Service Contract # 2024165.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a moving service contract between Williamson County and Bouffard Transfer Inc. for moving services for the upcoming May election in the amount of $28,560 and authorizing the execution of the Agreement.
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This item was moved to the Regular Agenda and discussed in Executive Session for attorney consultation.
Marcia Strickler-Watson of Austin addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion:To approve a moving service contract between Williamson County and Bouffard Transfer Inc. for moving services for the upcoming May election in the amount of $28,560 and authorizing the execution of the Agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Controlling Terms and Conditions Agreement #2024174 between Williamson County and Mobile Communications America, Inc., and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Controlling Terms and Conditions Agreement #2024174 between Williamson County and Mobile Communications America, Inc., and authorize the execution of this agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving purchase  #2024105 between Mobile Communications America, Inc. and Williamson County for the installation of additional video surveillance at the Round Rock Annex for the amount of $3,960.00, and authorizing execution of the proposal.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve purchase #2024105 between Mobile Communications America, Inc. and Williamson County for the installation of additional video surveillance at the Round Rock Annex for the amount of $3,960.00, and authorize execution of the proposal.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase between Williamson County and Dana Safety Supply, Inc. for the amount of $54,401.82 pursuant to TIPS contract #240102, and authorizing the execution of the Purchase.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the purchase between Williamson County and Dana Safety Supply, Inc. for the amount of $54,401.82 pursuant to TIPS contract #240102, 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Design or Engineer Services for Minor County Building Projects under RFSQ #24RFSQ53. Funding source will be determined depending on each project.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Design or Engineer Services for minor county building projects under RFSQ #24RFSQ53.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the vehicle/equipment replacement schedule.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the vehicle/equipment replacement schedule.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the replat for the Drake's Crossing, Lot 119-A subdivision – Precinct 2.
View Agenda Item
This item was moved to the Regular Agenda so it could be discussed in Executive Session for attorney consultation.
 

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

Motion:To approve the replat for the Drake's Crossing, Lot 119-A subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing key staff from Emergency Management, Emergency Services, Parks, Wireless and TDEM. 
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Interim Director of Emergency Management Shantelle Brannon addressed the Court.
Emergency Services Project Manager Candi Semple addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To recognize key staff from Emergency Management, Emergency Services, Parks, Wireless and TDEM.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on declaring the week of April 14-20, 2024 as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
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Director of Emergency Communications Kate Wolf addressed the Court.
Emergency Communications Deputy Director Stephen Hollis addressed the Court.
 
 

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

Motion:To approve declaring the week of April 14-20, 2024 as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing the Williamson County Attorney’s Office for receiving the Texas Victim Friendly Initiative (Gold) Award from the Texas Victim Services Association.
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County Attorney Dee Hobbs addressed the Court.
County Attorney Criminal Division Supervisor Alli Assiter addressed the Court.
Chief Victims Assistance Coordinator Wren Seabolt addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To recognize the Williamson County Attorney’s Office for receiving the Texas Victim Friendly Initiative (Gold) Award from the Texas Victim Services Association.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
26.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Proclamation recognizing April 21-27, 2024 as Crime Victims' Rights Week.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a Proclamation recognizing April 21-27, 2024 as Crime Victims' Rights Week.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Proclamation recognizing April 14-20, 2024 as National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a Proclamation recognizing April 14-20, 2024 as National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action in honoring the life of Wayne Rhoden, volunteer extraordinaire, with a proclamation declaring April 16, 2024 as Wayne Rhoden Day in Williamson County.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve honoring the life of Wayne Rhoden, volunteer extraordinaire, with a proclamation declaring April 16, 2024 as Wayne Rhoden Day in Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a proclamation declaring National Donate Life Month in Williamson County.
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Lemuel Bradshaw from United Tissue Resources addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a proclamation declaring National Donate Life Month in Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss and take appropriate action to amend the 2016 and 2020 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plans.
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Community Development Block Grant Program Manager Sally Bardwell addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve amending the 2016 and 2020 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plans.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding new positions at 15% over the minimum for the Fiscal Year 2025 budget process.
View Agenda Item
 

This item was pulled from the agenda.

 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on mid year changes to the FY2024 Employee Policy Manual. 
View Agenda Item
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion:To approve mid year changes to the FY2024 Employee Policy Manual except for the proposed changes to page 25.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the engagement of the law firm of Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP to represent Williamson County, Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell, in his official capacity, and William Gravell, Jr., in his individual capacity, in Cause No. 1:23-cv-00759-RP; Derrick Neal v. Williamson County and Cities Health District, et al.; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division, and also to provide Williamson County other legal services assigned or requested, only if the scope of which is confirmed by the Williamson County Commissioners Court or its General Counsel; 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 Section 262.024(a)(4) of the Texas Local Government Code; and further find that funding such agreement as to William Gravell, Jr., in his individual capacity, serves a public interest and not merely a private interest, and that any alleged act or omission of said party in relation to the allegations asserted in this lawsuit was performed while acting in good faith and within the scope of his official duties as Williamson County Judge.
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve the engagement of the law firm of Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP to represent Williamson County, Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell, in his official capacity, and William Gravell, Jr., in his individual capacity, in Cause No. 1:23-cv-00759-RP; Derrick Neal v. Williamson County and Cities Health District, et al.; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division, and also to provide Williamson County other legal services assigned or requested, only if the scope of which is confirmed by the Williamson County Commissioners Court or its General Counsel; 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 Section 262.024(a)(4) of the Texas Local Government Code; and further find that funding such agreement as to William Gravell, Jr., in his individual capacity, serves a public interest and not merely a private interest, and that any alleged act or omission of said party in relation to the allegations asserted in this lawsuit was performed while acting in good faith and within the scope of his official duties as Williamson County Judge.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Abstain)
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the engagement of the law firm of Ross Gannaway Clifton, PLLC to represent Williamson County in relation to civil service and human resources matters; 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 Section 262.024(a)(4) of the Texas Local Government Code. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the engagement of the law firm of Ross Gannaway Clifton, PLLC to represent Williamson County in relation to civil service and human resources matters; 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 Section 262.024(a)(4) of the Texas Local Government Code.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action for Juvenile Services to accept a $42,815.00 grant though Texas Parks and Wilidife to provide outdoor programs for youth.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve authorizing Juvenile Services to accept a $42,815.00 grant though Texas Parks and Wilidife to provide outdoor programs for youth.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Property Use Agreement for Williamson County Sheriff's Office Training between Williamson County and 84 Lumber Company relating to use of property for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office's training exercises. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a Property Use Agreement for Williamson County Sheriff's Office Training between Williamson County and 84 Lumber Company relating to use of property for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office's training exercises.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving an Agreement for Geotechnical/Construction Materials Test Engineering Services, #2024175, through RFQ #T2086, relating to the new Williamson County Headquarters, to Raba Kistner, Inc., in the amount up to $144,294.74 and authorize execution of the agreement. The funding source is P577.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an Agreement for Geotechnical/Construction Materials Test Engineering Services, #2024175, through RFQ #T2086, relating to the new Williamson County Headquarters, to Raba Kistner, Inc., in the amount up to $144,294.74 and authorize execution of the agreement to be funded by P577.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Supplemental Agreement for design services between Williamson County and Reliance Architecture, LLC relating to the Jail North Roof Redesign and Jail Facade awning. Funding Source: 01.0100.1008.004509 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a Supplemental Agreement for design services between Williamson County and Reliance Architecture, LLC relating to the Jail North Roof Redesign and Jail Facade awning to be funded by 01.0100.1008.004509.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding revised Change Order #2 from Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of $40,636.21 between Williamson County and Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc. relating to the Jail North Facade Make Safe project. (Funding Source: 01.0100.1008.004509)
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order #2 from Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of $40,636.21 between Williamson County and Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc. relating to the Jail North Facade Make Safe project to be funded by 1.0100.1008.004509.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
40.
Receive the April 2024 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation
View Agenda Item
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 4 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. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No 4 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 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 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 1 under Williamson County contract for Engineering Services between Rodriguez Engineering Laboratories and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024 for Materials Testing and Geotechnical Engineering Services. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004160.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No 1 under Williamson County contract for Engineering Services between Rodriguez Engineering Laboratories and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024 for Materials Testing and Geotechnical Engineering Services to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004160.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 12 in the amount of $64,791.00 for Project 22IFB139 FM3349 US79 (James Construction) P: 332 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained from voting on this item (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 12 in the amount of $64,791.00 for Project 22IFB139 FM3349 US79 (James Construction) to be funded by P332.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Abstain)
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 13 in the amount of $82,301.65 for Project 22IFB139 FM3349 at US79 (James Construction) P: 332 Funding Source: Road Bond.
View Agenda Item
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained from voting on this item (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 13 in the amount of $82,301.65 for Project 22IFB139 FM3349 at US79 (James Construction) to be funded by P332.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Abstain)
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 14 in the amount of $101,248.22 for Project 22IFB139 FM3349 at US79 (James Construction) P: 332 Funding Source: Road Bond.
View Agenda Item
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained from voting on this item (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 14 in the amount of $101,248.22 for Project 22IFB139 FM3349 at US79 (James Construction) to be funded by P332.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Abstain)
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $29,260.00 for Project 24IFB15 Liberty Hill Bypass (Chasco Constructors) P: 346 Funding Source: Road Bond.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $29,260.00 for Project 24IFB15 Liberty Hill Bypass (Chasco Constructors) to be funded by P346.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $4,305.00 for Project 22IFB110 SW Bypass Ext. (Joe Bland Construction) P: 352 Funding Source: Road Bond.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $4,305.00 for Project 22IFB110 SW Bypass Ext. (Joe Bland Construction) to be funded by P352.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Chandler Road Extension design contract between Williamson County and Huitt-Zollars, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program.
Project: P294  Fund Source: Road Bonds
View Agenda Item
 

This item was pulled from the agenda.

Attachments:
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the County Judge to execute a PEC Easement in and across 0.348 acres owned by Williamson County on the Liberty Hill Bypass project. Road Bonds P346
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve authorizing the County Judge to execute a PEC Easement in and across 0.348 acres owned by Williamson County on the Liberty Hill Bypass project to be funded by P346.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
50.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Quitclaim Right of Way Deed to the City of Round Rock for the N. Mays project.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a Quitclaim Right of Way Deed to the City of Round Rock for the N. Mays project.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
51.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Manuel Elizondo Reyes for 0.1334 acres needed as right of way and 0.0459 acres needed as an electric easement on the CR 314 project (Parcel 13/13E). Funding Source: Road Bonds P364
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Manuel Elizondo Reyes for 0.1334 acres needed as right of way and 0.0459 acres needed as an electric easement on the CR 314 project (Parcel 13/13E) to be funded by P364.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
52.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Mario Moran and Horalia Mejia to acquire 0.0198 AC needed as right of way and 0.0048 acres needed as an electric utility easement for the CR 314 project (Parcel 16/16E). Funding Source: Road Bonds P364
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Mario Moran and Horalia Mejia to acquire 0.0198 AC needed as right of way and 0.0048 acres needed as an electric utility easement for the CR 314 project (Parcel 16/16E) to be funded by P364.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
53.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (1.014 acres and 0.471 acres) required for the construction of CR 255. (Kreinke/ Parcel 19 and 19A) Funding Source: TANS P588
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (1.014 acres and 0.471 acres) required for the construction of CR 255 (Kreinke/ Parcel 19 and 19A) to be funded by TANS P588.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:11 A.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2024.
 
54.
Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)
A.    Real Estate Owned by Third Parties
   Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential purchase or lease of property owned by third parties
         
                a)   Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 332
                b)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
                c)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 255. 
                d)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 195 @ Ronald Reagan.
                e)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
                 f)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for future SH 29 corridor. 
                g)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Hero Way.
                h)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
                 i)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
                 j)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
                k)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for SE Loop/Corridor A. 
                 l)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Widening.
               m)   Discuss the acquisition of drainage/detention easements for real property North of WMCO Juvenile Detention Center
                n)   Discuss acquisition of right of way for Corridor E.
                o)   Discuss the acquisition of 321 Ed Schmidt Blvd., #300, Hutto, Texas
                p)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Bagdad Road/CR 279.
                q)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for CR 314.
                r)    Discuss acquisition of right of way for Corridor J. 
                s)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for Southwestern Blvd. 
                 t)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for CR 313. 

B.   Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
      Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential sale or lease of property owned by the County
    
    a)    Discuss County owned real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
    b)    Discuss possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (Formerly occupied by WCCHD)        
    c)    Sale of property located 747 County Rd. 138 Hutto, Texas
    d)    Discuss Blue Springs Blvd. property

C.     Discuss the Williamson County Reimbursement Agreement for Construction of San Gabriel Blvd. and New Hope Road with the City of Leander and TIRZ #1
View Agenda Item
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
55.
Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087:
        Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
       
   a) Project Mellencamp  
   b) Project Glee
   c) Project Skyfall
   d) Project Stamper
   e) Project Soul Train 
    f) Project Dragon 
   g) Project School Bus
View Agenda Item
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
56.
Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per Section 551.071, Texas Government Code, "Consultation with Attorney"), including the following:

a. General:
1. Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
2. Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims
3. Employee/personnel related matters
4. Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
b. Litigation:
1. Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas/County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, L.P., et al., MDL PRETRIAL CAUSE NO. 2018-63587, in the 152d District Court of Harris County, Texas.
2. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00074-LY; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
3. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-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. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00318-DII; Laura Pressley et al. v. Jane Nelson et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
21. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00759-RP; Derrick Neal v. Williamson County and Cities Health District, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B
d. Claims:
1. Claim No. 07192023-560-109 - auto liability claim by Edge Electric, Inc. for incident occurring on or about 7/19/2023
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.

 
57.
Discuss security assessments or deployments relating to information resources technology; network security information as described by Texas Gov’t Code Section 2059.055(b); and/or (3) the deployment, or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel, critical infrastructure, or security devices. (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.089).
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
58.
Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors, employees and/or positions, including but not limited to conducting deliberation and discussion pertaining to annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters).
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
59.
Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices; or security audits in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center/Williamson County Courthouse (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:08 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2024.
 
60.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
61.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
62.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other legal matters, including the following:

a. General:
1. Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
2. Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims
3. Employee/personnel related matters
4. Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
b. Litigation:
1. Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas/County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, L.P., et al., MDL PRETRIAL CAUSE NO. 2018-63587, in the 152d District Court of Harris County, Texas.
2. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00074-LY; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
3. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-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. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00318-DII; Laura Pressley et al. v. Jane Nelson et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
21. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00759-RP; Derrick Neal v. Williamson County and Cities Health District, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B
d. Claims:
1. Claim No. 07192023-560-109 - auto liability claim by Edge Electric, Inc. for incident occurring on or about 7/19/2023
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.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
63.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors or employees, including but not limited to any necessary action pertaining to conducting annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
64.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

County Judge Bill Gravell Jr. thanked his fellow members of the Commissioners Court for their leadership and teamwork in bringing major employers to Williamson County.

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey discussed two economic development activities, the new GAMA distribution center in Georgetown and Samsung in Taylor, and thanked the teams responsible for building the roads needed for these major projects.

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles expressed his condolences to the Hutto community and the many friends and family of Hutto City Secretary Angela Lewis, who recently passed away.

 
65.
Public Comment Period.
 

Those who addressed the Court:
Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Angela Williams
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:09 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2024.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 23rd day of April, 2024.


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

By: Bill Fairbrother, Executive Assistant to County Clerk