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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JULY 23, 2024


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:37 A.M. on TUESDAY, JULY 23, 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 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the minutes of the July 16, 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.
Payroll/Operations Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To authorize the payment of:
July 23, 2024 Supplemental Funding Report $6,925,325.62
Summary of Additional Transactions $334,399.23
Grand Total $7,259,724.85
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 – 28 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the District Courts.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for the District Courts.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0435-004121 Expert Witness $30,000.00
0100-0435-004131 Family Cases-Court Appt $2,000.00
0100-0435-004141 Interpreters $10,000.00
0100-0435-004163 Non-Custodial Mother-Court App $5,000.00
0100-0435-004165 Custodial Father-Crt Appt Att $8,000.00
0100-0435-004168 Unlocated Father - Crt Appt At $10,000.00
To 0100-0435-004120 Competency $20,000.00
0100-0435-004133 Juvenile Cases-Court Appt Atty $25,000.00
0100-0435-004166 Non-Custodial Father - Crt Appt Atty $12,000.00
0100-0435-004167 Unknown Father - Crt Appt Atty $3,000.00
0100-0435-004169 Alleged Fa-Crt. Appt. Atty. $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
 
4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Pretrial Services.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0591-004100 Professional Services $5,000.00
To 0100-0591-004141 Interpreters $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
 
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0453-004190 Autopsies, Med Inquests $20,100.00
To 0100-0453-004192 Transportation/Autopsies $20,100.00

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

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for the EMS department.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-003010 Computer Equipment <$5,000 $35,000.00
From 0100-0540-005740 Computer Equipment >$5,000 $15,000.00
From 0100-0540-004210 Internet / Email Svs $5,000.00
From 0100-0540-005700 Vehicles > $5,000 $36,500.00
To 0100-0540-004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maint $91,500.00

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 Regional Animal Shelter Fund.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Regional Animal Shelter Fund.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0546-0546-003670 Donations $5,000.00
To 0546-0546-004975 Animal Medical Care $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 1 Terry Cook 

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0570-003008 LE Equipment < $5k $2,200.00
To 0100-0570-003006 Office Equipment < $5,000 $2,200.00

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 1 Terry Cook 

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0570-003008 LE Equipment < $5k $2,400.00
To 0100-0570-004350 Printed Materials & Binding $2,400.00

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 a line item transfer for the Corrections Department.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0570-003311 Uniforms $1,200.00
To 0100-0570-003101 Educational Aids/Material $1,200.00

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
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line-item transfer for Juvenile Services.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line-item transfer for Juvenile Services.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0576-004102 Residential Services $65,000.00
To 0100-0576-003306 Food Service $65,000.00

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
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Facilities.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0509-003010 Computer Equipment $8,895.16
To 0100-0509-003001 Tools & Equipment <$5k $8,895.16
From 0100-0509-003105 Paper Supplies $1,716.35
To 0100-0509-003110 Other Supplies $1,716.35

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Fleet Services.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0882-0882-003525 Tires, Tubes $15,000.00
From 0882-0882-003303 Oil, Grease $10,000.00
To 0882-0882-003523 Parts $25,000.00

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
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005200 Right of Way $650.00
To 0200-0210-004705 Pre-Employment Screening $650.00

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
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.
View Agenda Item
 

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 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of June 2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve property tax collections for the month of June 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:
 
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Precinct 2 April, May, and June Monthly Reports in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Justice of the Precinct 2 April, May, and June Monthly Reports in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, June 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with the Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, June 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with the Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on changing the Christmas Holiday schedule from December 25, 2024 and December 26, 2024 to December 24, 2024 and December 25, 2024 for FY 2024/2025.
View Agenda Item
This item was moved to Regular Session.
 

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

Motion:To approve changing the Christmas Holiday schedule from December 25, 2024 and December 26, 2024 to December 24, 2024 and December 25, 2024 for FY 2024/2025.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss and take appropriate action regarding setting of Sheriffs' and Constables' Fees to be effective January 1, 2025, as authorized by Local Government Code Section 118.131, and subsequent reporting of such fees to the Comptroller's Office no later than October 15, 2024.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve setting of Sheriffs' and Constables' Fees to be effective January 1, 2025, as authorized by Local Government Code Section 118.131, and subsequent reporting of such fees to the Comptroller's Office no later than October 15, 2024.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take apropriate action on an agreement with Best Friends Animal Society and the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an agreement with Best Friends Animal Society and the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.

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 approving the retirement of Sheriff's Office K-9 Ekter and an Agreement for the Transfer of Law Enforcement Animals in accordance with Chapter 614 of the Texas Government Code.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the retirement of Sheriff's Office K-9 Ekter and an Agreement for the Transfer of Law Enforcement Animals in accordance with Chapter 614 of the Texas 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:
 
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFSQ #24RFSQ49 Architect and Engineer Design Services for South San Gabriel River Trail Corridor to LandDesign, Inc., in the amount up to Eighty-Five Thousand Dollars ($85,000.00) and authorizing execution of the agreement. The funding source is P653.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve awarding RFSQ #24RFSQ49 Architect and Engineer Design Services for South San Gabriel River Trail Corridor to LandDesign, Inc., in the amount up to Eighty-Five Thousand Dollars ($85,000.00) and authorizing execution of the agreement to be funded by P653.

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:
 
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the services agreement between Williamson County and Links Communication, Inc. to provide and install cabling at the Juvenile Service Center, in the amount of $7,175.00 and authorizing the execution of the services agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve service agreement between Williamson County and Links Communication, Inc. to provide and install cabling at the Juvenile Service Center, in the amount of $7,175.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Services Contract, #2024237, with Cotton Commercial USA, Inc. DBA Target Solutions for the Round Rock Jester Annex roof walkway project for Facilities Management, in the amount of $16,825.00 pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing – TIPS contract #210603, and authorize execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Services Contract, #2024237, with Cotton Commercial USA, Inc. DBA Target Solutions for the Round Rock Jester Annex roof walkway project for Facilities Management, in the amount of $16,825.00 pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing – TIPS contract #210603, and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Lease of Commercial Property: 1500 CR 269, Leander, Texas, under RFP #24RFP66.
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 proposals for Lease of Commercial Property: 1500 CR 269, Leander, Texas, under RFP #24RFP66.

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
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the replat of the Lot 1, Block I of the Northgate CR 214 ROW and Amenity Center subdivision – Precinct 2.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the replat of the Lot 1, Block I of the Northgate CR 214 ROW and Amenity Center 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:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 2B, Section 1 subdivision – Precinct 2.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action recognizing the Public Affairs Office for awards received from the National Association of County Information Officers during the National Association of Counties annual conference.
View Agenda Item
Director of Communications and Media Relations Connie Odom addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve recognizing the Public Affairs Office for awards received from the National Association of County Information Officers during the National Association of Counties annual conference.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on recognizing Community Health Paramedic Don Thornton on his retirement from Williamson County EMS after 35 years of service.
View Agenda Item
EMS Director Mike Knipstein addressed the Court.
Community Health Paramedic Don Thornton addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve recognizing Community Health Paramedic Don Thornton on his retirement from Williamson County EMS after 35 years of service.

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 acknowledging Williamson County EMS as the recipient of the American Heart Association Mission Lifeline Gold recognition.
View Agenda Item
EMS Director Mike Knipstein addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve acknowledging Williamson County EMS as the recipient of the American Heart Association Mission Lifeline Gold recognition.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on compensation related items for Fiscal Year 2025.
View Agenda Item
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion: To approve a 3% Cost Of Living Adjustment raise for elected officials (except for the five County Court at Law Judges) and authorize the publication of notice, as well as written notice to each elected official, for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 - 2025 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:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:44 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 23, 2024.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:48 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 23, 2024.
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget Order.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve road and bridge adjustments as presented in the proposed Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget Order.

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

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

Motion:To update the language on bailiffs from 24 bailiffs to all bailiffs in the proposed Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget Order.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenue for the General Fund.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenue for the General Fund.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-342235 Jury Service Reimbursement Fee $56,000.00

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
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditure for the All County Courts, All District Courts and Justice of the Peace, Pct #2 for Juror and Grand Juror Payments.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditure for the All County Courts, All District Courts and Justice of the Peace, Pct #2 for Juror and Grand Juror Payments.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0425-004002 Jurors, Grand Jurors $30,000.00
0100-0435-004002 Jurors, Grand Jurors $23,000.00
0100-0452-004002 Jurors, Grand Jurors $3,000.00

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
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the engagement of the law firm of Germer PLLC to represent Williamson County in relation to the cases, including appeals, of Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division and Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division; 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 Texas Local Government Code § 262.024(a)(4).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the engagement of the law firm of Germer PLLC to represent Williamson County in relation to the cases, including appeals, of Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division and Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division; 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 Texas Local Government Code § 262.024(a)(4).

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 an Amendment to Standard Agreement with Local Governmental Entity Regarding Off-Duty Contracting of County Sheriff Deputies by and between Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 12, Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Williamson County, Texas relating to an amendment to the vehicle reimbursement amount. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an Amendment to Standard Agreement with Local Governmental Entity Regarding Off-Duty Contracting of County Sheriff Deputies by and between Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 12, Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Williamson County, Texas relating to an amendment to the vehicle reimbursement amount.

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 awarding RFP #24RFP28 Financial Services Well Being and Support Services Education to THE LAMPO GROUP, LLC d/b/a SMARTDOLLAR®  and authorizing the 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 awarding RFP #24RFP28 Financial Services Well Being and Support Services Education to THE LAMPO GROUP, LLC d/b/a SMARTDOLLAR® and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #24RFP32 Juvenile Services 2024 Food Services to the highest scoring proposer, Aramark, LLC and authorizing the execution of associated documents.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve awarding RFP #24RFP32 Juvenile Services 2024 Food Services to the highest scoring proposer, Aramark, LLC and authorize the execution of associated documents.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
40.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal (GMP) No. 2A with awarded 22RFP148 Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) New Headquarters Building, Chasco Contractors, Ltd. L.L.P, in the amount of Two Hundred Forty-Five Thousand Seventy Dollars ($245,070.00) and authorize the execution of the GMP between Chasco Constructors, Ltd. L.L.P, and Williamson County. The funding source is P577.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal (GMP) No. 2A with awarded 22RFP148 Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) New Headquarters Building, Chasco Contractors, Ltd. L.L.P, in the amount of Two Hundred Forty-Five Thousand Seventy Dollars ($245,070.00) and authorize the execution of the GMP between Chasco Constructors, Ltd. L.L.P, and Williamson County 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:
 
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Garver and Williamson County dated March 5, 2024 for Development Review Services. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $150,000.00. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Garver and Williamson County dated March 5, 2024 for Development Review Services, increasing the maximum amount payable to $150,000.00, 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 Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between K Friese and Associates, LLC and Williamson County dated March 5, 2024 for On Call Development Services Assistance. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $150,000.00. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between K Friese and Associates, LLC and Williamson County dated March 5, 2024 for On Call Development Services Assistance, increasing the maximum amount payable to $150,000.00, 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:
 
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.063 acres) required for the construction of CR 313. (Raymond James Trust N.A. Corporate Trustee of the Alexander Warden Self-Settled Special Needs Trust/ Parcel 4) Funding Source: Road & Bridge P457
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.063 acres) required for the construction of CR 313 (Raymond James Trust N.A. Corporate Trustee of the Alexander Warden Self-Settled Special Needs Trust/ Parcel 4) to be funded by P457.

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:
 
44.
Conduct a public hearing regarding the creation of the Williamson County Reinvestment Zone #4 in an area described as WCAD parcel R584644.
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45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute the Order Creating the Williamson County Reinvestment Zone No. 4; Providing Eligibility of the Zone for Commercial-Industrial Tax Abatement. 
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COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:01 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 23, 2024.
 
46.
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 the 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 CR 143
        c)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
        d)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 255. 
        e)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 195 @ Ronald Reagan.
        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 E. Wilco Highway.
        i)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor A. 
        j)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor B     
       k)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
        l)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
      m)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor E.
       n)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F
       o)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor H
       p)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Corridor J.
       q)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Corridor K.
        r)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Corridor I.
        s)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Widening.
         t)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for CR 313.
        u)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Bagdad Road/CR 279.
        v)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for CR 314. 
       w)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for the Seward Junction Loop   
        x)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 110N
        y)   Discuss acquisition of real property located near 6531 RM 2243, Leander, Texas 
        z)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for the Long Range Transportation Plan. 
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
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No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
47.
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 Skyfall  
  b) Project Soul Train  
  c) Project School Bus
  d) Project Lunch Lady
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No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
48.
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. 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
19. 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
20. 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
21. Cause No. 23-2583-C480; Chauncy Williams v. Adrianne Pernell, et al.; In the 480th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
22. Cause No. 3-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
23. Cause No. 23-0195-C425; Maria Barroyeta Rojas v. Paul Schmidt, et al.; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
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, laws and proceedings pertaining to attorney client privileged communications relating to county business.
Debra Damman of Austin addressed the Court.
Jarrell ISD Superintendent Dr. Toni Hicks of Jarrell addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
49.
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.

 
50.
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.

 
51.
Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices; or security audits in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center/Williamson County Courthouse (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 1:10 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 23, 2024.
 
52.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
53.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
54.
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. 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
19. 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
20. 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
21. Cause No. 23-2583-C480; Chauncy Williams v. Adrianne Pernell, et al.; In the 480th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
22. Cause No. 3-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
23. Cause No. 23-0195-C425; Maria Barroyeta Rojas v. Paul Schmidt, et al.; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
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, laws and proceedings pertaining to attorney client privileged communications relating to county business.
Debra Damman of Austin addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
55.
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.

 
56.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

There were no comments on this item.

 
57.
Public Comment Period.
 

There were no comments on this item.

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT  1:10 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 23, 2024.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 30th day of July, 2024.


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

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