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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
AUGUST 20, 2024


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:32 A.M. on TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 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 August 13, 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:
August 20, 2024 Supplemental Funding Report $5,636,384.98
Summary of Additional Transactions $331,312.16
Grand Total $5,967,697.14
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:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:00 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2024.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:11 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUHUST 20, 2024.
 
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 Risk Management in Non-Departmental.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Risk Management in Non-Departmental.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004100 Professional Services $10,000.00
To 0100-0409-004015 Admin/Service Fees $10,000.00

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 the Parks Department.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0510-003005 Office Furniture < $5,000 $480.80
From 0100-0510-003010 Computer Equipment < $5,000 $1,786.85
From 0100-0510-005700 Vehicles > $5,000 $1,181.40
To 0100-0510-003311 Uniforms $500.00
To 0100-0510-003553 Signs $2,267.65
To 0100-0510--004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance $681.40

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 Fire Marshal Special Operations Department.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for the Fire Marshal Special Operations Department.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0542-005003 Equipment > $5,000.00 $7,000.00
From 0100-0540-005730 Radio Equipment > $5,000.00 $2,000.00
To 0100-0540-005700 Vehicles > $5,000.00 $9,000.00

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 Regional Animal Shelter Fund.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
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 0545-0545-003804 Immunizations $4,230.00
From 0545-0545-003900 Memberships $780.00
From 0545-0545-004419 Property Insurance $7,427.44
From 0545-0545-004211 Phone $1,900.00
To 0545-0545-004430 Utilities $14,337.44

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

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0560-005003 Equipment > $5,000 $28,250.00
To 0100-0560-003008 LE Equipment < $5,000 $28,250.00

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: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
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 0100-0570-003003 Radio Equipment < $5,000 $4,000.00
From 0100-0570-003008 LE Equipment < $5,000 $5,300.00
To 0100-0570-004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maint. $9,300.00

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: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
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 $450.00
From 0100-0570-003316 Medical-Hospital $5,750.00
To 0100-0570-003301 Gasoline $6,200.00

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
 
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
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 0100-0509-004509 Facility Enhancements $53,000.00
To 0100-0509-004100 Professional Services $53,000.00

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

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
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 0882-0882-003522 Batteries $2,500.00
From 0882-0882-003303 Oil, Grease $10,000.00
From 0882-0882-003525 Tires, Tubes $10,000.00
To 0882-0882-003523 Parts $22,500.00

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
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of July 2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve property tax collections for the month of July 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 to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, July 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the reappointment of Commissioner Terry Cook to the Central Texas Clean Air Coalition of the Capital Area Council of Governments.
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve the reappointment of Commissioner Terry Cook to the Central Texas Clean Air Coalition of the Capital Area Council of Governments.

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 the agreement between the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and AARP Foundation. 
View Agenda Item
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve the agreement between the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and AARP Foundation.

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 the Purchase Contract for Lampasas County to acquire four (4) antique vertical filing cabinets that have reached their end of useful life for the Williamson County Clerk's Office and are considered surplus items.
View Agenda Item
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve the Purchase Contract for Lampasas County to acquire four (4) antique vertical filing cabinets that have reached their end of useful life for the Williamson County Clerk's Office and are considered surplus items.

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 the add-on to contract #2024235 for Live Results SaaS Software Licenses between Williamson County and Tenex Software Solutions, Inc., not to exceed $18,000 per year and authorizing the execution of the Agreement and exempting the purchase from competitive bidding under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(7)(D); captive replacement parts or components for equipment.
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve the add-on to contract #2024235 for Live Results SaaS Software Licenses between Williamson County and Tenex Software Solutions, Inc., not to exceed $18,000 per year and authorize the execution of the Agreement and exempting the purchase from competitive bidding under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(7)(D); captive replacement parts or components for equipment.

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 the addendum #2024267, for Vista SG Autosync Module for record imaging, between Williamson County and SHI Government Solutions for the Elections Department for the amount of $38,000.00, pursuant to Cooperative Contract – OMNIA  Partners - IT Solutions – Contract Number #2018011-02 and authorize execution of the addendum.
View Agenda Item
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve addendum #2024267, for Vista SG Autosync Module for record imaging, between Williamson County and SHI Government Solutions for the Elections Department for the amount of $38,000.00, pursuant to Cooperative Contract – OMNIA Partners - IT Solutions – Contract Number #2018011-02 and authorize execution of the addendum.

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 modifications to provide two (2) new emergency circuits to replace normal power for Cord Reels in EMS Bay for Wilco Medic Unit 53, in the amount of $2,407.00 and authorize execution of the Service Contract # 2024268.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve modifications to provide two (2) new emergency circuits to replace normal power for Cord Reels in EMS Bay for Wilco Medic Unit 53, in the amount of $2,407.00 and authorize execution of the Service Contract # 2024268.

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 RFP Ice Shield Risk Mitigation Towers for RCS, Wireless Communication, under RFP #24RFP71.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for RFP Ice Shield Risk Mitigation Towers for RCS, Wireless Communication, under RFP #24RFP71.

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 agreement #2024264 with Conference Technology, Inc. for audiovisual system installation and any ongoing maintenance at Williamson County's training room 300, in the not-to-exceed amount of $22,500 pursuant to TIPS cooperative contract #230901, and authorizing the execution of the agreement. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve agreement #2024264 with Conference Technology, Inc. for audiovisual system installation and any ongoing maintenance at Williamson County's training room 300, in the not-to-exceed amount of $22,500 pursuant to TIPS cooperative contract #230901, 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:
 
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Interlocal Agreement (ILA) #2024266 between Williamson County and Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) for 9-1-1 Geographic Information Systems Database Management, and authorizing the execution of the agreement. 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Interlocal Agreement (ILA) #2024266 between Williamson County and Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) for 9-1-1 Geographic Information Systems Database Management, 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:
 
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Contract for Services #2024269 with John Bunnell Painters dba CertaPro Painters of Ausitn for the Southwest Regional House Painting for the Parks and Recreation in the amount of $8,584.71, and authorize execution of this agreement. The funding source is 01.0100.0510.004100.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Contract for Services #2024269 with John Bunnell Painters dba CertaPro Painters of Austin for the Southwest Regional House Painting for the Parks and Recreation in the amount of $8,584.71, and authorize execution of this agreement to be funded by 01.0100.0510.004100.

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:
 
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase #2024265 between Williamson County and Variverge for the deposit of mailing tax statements pursuant to the Purchasing Cooperative Interlocal Agreement (ILA) with Montgomery County, approved on 03.10.2015 under agenda item #28, and authorizing the execution of the purchase.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve purchase #2024265 between Williamson County and Variverge for the deposit of mailing tax statements pursuant to the Purchasing Cooperative Interlocal Agreement (ILA) with Montgomery County, approved on 03.10.2015 under agenda item #28, 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:
 
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the submission of a formal protest/request for a contested case hearing and written comments, information and recommendations by legal counsel for Williamson County to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality relating to a petition for the creation of Williamson County MUD No. 41.
View Agenda Item
Tamela Baker of Walburg addressed the Court.
General Counsel Hal Hawes addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve the submission of a formal protest/request for a contested case hearing and written comments, information and recommendations by legal counsel for Williamson County to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality relating to a petition for the creation of Williamson County MUD No. 41.

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 approval of the preliminary plat for the Stagecoach Tract subdivision – Precinct 2.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the preliminary plat for the Stagecoach Tract 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:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Flora Phase 1A Section 3 subdivision – Precinct 4.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the final plat for the Flora Phase 1A Section 3 subdivision – Precinct 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:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Flora Phase 1A Section 4 subdivision – Precinct 4.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the final plat for the Flora Phase 1A Section 4 subdivision – Precinct 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:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing the 2024 Williamson County Employee of the Year Winners.
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 recognizing the 2024 Williamson County Employee of the Year Winners.

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 an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the District Attorney’s Office from State Judiciary Apportionment Funds.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the District Attorney’s Office from State Judiciary Apportionment Funds.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0000-335602 District Atty Sal. Supplement $7,500.00

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
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the District Attorney’s Office from State Judiciary Apportionment Funds.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the District Attorney’s Office from State Judiciary Apportionment Funds.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100-0440-001940 Appointment Supplement $6,063.06
0100-0440-002010 FICA $463.82
0100-0440-002020 Retirement $973.12

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
 
32.
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 the Meadows at Chandler Creek Municipal Utility District, 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 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve an Amendment to Standard Agreement with Local Governmental Entity regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies by and between the Meadows at Chandler Creek Municipal Utility District, 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:
 
33.
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 Anderson Mill Limited District, 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 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve an Amendment to Standard Agreement with Local Governmental Entity regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies by and between Anderson Mill Limited District, 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:
 
34.
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 Parkside on the River Municipal Utility District #1, 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 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve an Amendment to Standard Agreement with Local Governmental Entity regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies by and between Parkside on the River Municipal Utility District #1, 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:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Quotation #2024270 for the purchase of Express Votes maintenance and license fees from Election Systems and Software, LLC for the Williamson County Elections Department, in the amount of $275,085.06, and exempting Election Systems and Software, LLC from competitive bidding requirements per Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(7)(D) [discretionary exemption for captive replacement parts or components for equipment].
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve Quotation #2024270 for the purchase of Express Votes maintenance and license fees from Election Systems and Software, LLC for the Williamson County Elections Department, in the amount of $275,085.06, and exempting Election Systems and Software, LLC from competitive bidding requirements per Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(7)(D) [discretionary exemption for captive replacement parts or components for equipment].

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:
 
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to authorize renewal #2 for Life, AD&D, STD, LTD, Vol Benefits, for contract #4333, with Symetra Life Insurance, for the same rates, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve renewal #2 for Life, AD&D, STD, LTD, Vol Benefits, for contract #4333, with Symetra Life Insurance, for the same rates, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of January 1, 2025 through December 31, 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:
 
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Amendment No. 1, Agreement for Planning, Design & Engineering Services between Williamson County and Parkhill, Smith & Cooper, Inc., being dated effective March 19th, 2024, relating to the Expo Center - West Arena New.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Amendment No. 1, Agreement for Planning, Design & Engineering Services between Williamson County and Parkhill, Smith & Cooper, Inc., being dated effective March 19th, 2024, relating to the Expo Center - West Arena New.

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.
Receive the August 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:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 5 in the amount of $265,450.00 to expire on March 31, 2025 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between KC Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 31, 2022 for Engineering Design Services for the Skyview Drive Bridge Project. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Work Authorization No 5 in the amount of $265,450.00 to expire on March 31, 2025 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between KC Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 31, 2022 for Engineering Design Services for the Skyview Drive Bridge Project 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:
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 3 in the amount of $250,449.00 to expire on December 31, 2024 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between LRE Water, LLC and Williamson County dated December 20, 2023 for Groundwater Services Relating to the Trinity Aquifer within Williamson County East of I35. Funding source: 445P.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Work Authorization No 3 in the amount of $250,449.00 to expire on December 31, 2024 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between LRE Water, LLC and Williamson County dated December 20, 2023 for Groundwater Services Relating to the Trinity Aquifer within Williamson County East of I35 to be funded by 445P.

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 regarding Change Order No. 2 in the amount of ($1,038,676.43) for Project 23IFB12 CR 245 Reconstruction (Joe Bland Construction) P: 353 Funding Source: Road Bond.
 
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 2 in the amount of ($1,038,676.43) for Project 23IFB12 CR 245 Reconstruction (Joe Bland Construction) to be funded by P353.

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 regarding Change Order No. 2 in the amount of ($336,510.13) for Project 24IFB19 CR 138 Right Turn Lane at SH 130 (Smith Contracting) P: 463A Funding Source: Road Bond.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 2 in the amount of ($336,510.13) for Project 24IFB19 CR 138 Right Turn Lane at SH 130 (Smith Contracting) to be funded by 463A.

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. 8R in the amount of $71,380.34 for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 Reconstruction (James Construction Group) P: 390 Funding Source: Road Bond.
 
View Agenda Item
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained in regard to payment to invoices for James Construction (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 8R in the amount of $71,380.34 for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 Reconstruction (James Construction Group) to be funded by P390.

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 on the 2024-2025 salary for the County Auditor in the amount of $202,757.26
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the 2024-2025 salary for the County Auditor in the amount of $202,757.26

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
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a presentation related to the Justice Center/Jail strategic plan.
View Agenda Item
Precinct 3 Commissioners Office Executive Assistant Rachel Arnold addressed the Court.
County Architect Trent Jacobs addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED AT 12:04 P.M.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED AT 12:40 P.M.
 
46.
FY25 Budget  - Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Budget Officer's 2024-2025 recommended budget.
View Agenda Item
County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
Sheriff Mike Gleason addressed the Court.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve adding the proposed salary adjustments for the District Court Reporters and County Auditor to the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget resulting in a reduction of $11,399.46.

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

Motion:To approve adding SO - FY24 Vehicle Carryover / Unit SB1975 and SB1990 and Constable Pct #4 / FY24 Upfitting Carryover to the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget at a cost of $244,117.00.

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
 

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

Motion:To approve the addition of $2,200,000.00 to the 2024-2025 Road and Bridge Fund Budget Professional Services Line Item for the purpose of partially funding the Atlas 14 Drainage Study at a cost of $2,200,000.00.

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

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

Motion:To approve moving Pretrial Services to the authority of the County Administrator and adding funding for 1 Magistrate and 2 Pretrial Services Officers to 409 in the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget at a cost of $339,288.00.

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
 

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

Motion:To approve adding $38,346.00 in funding to 409 for Clean Air Coalition Air Quality Monitoring, Analyzing and Reporting.

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

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

Motion:To approve adding four death investigators, with one of them being the lead investigator starting October 1, 2024 and the others starting January 1, 2025, reporting to the County Administrator, to office in Building A in Round Rock, and one used vehicle from the pool fleet to the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget at a cost of $398,321.00.

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
 

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

Motion:To remove a Commissioners Court Project Manager (401) from the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget resulting in a reduction of $175,000.00.

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
 

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

Motion:To remove the Death Inquest Set Aside (409) from the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget at a reduction of $250,000.00.

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
 

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

Motion:To approve using merit funds to add a Career Ladder for Associate Justices in the Magistrate's Office to the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget at a reduction of $29,058.00.

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
 

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

Motion:To approve adding a set aside for Medical and Psychiatric Contracts in the Sheriff's Office to the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget at a cost of $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
 

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

Motion:To approve adding 8% to the Bottom of the Grade for New Positions in the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget at a cost of $195,240.36.

Motion withdrawn by Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

 

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

Motion:To approve adding $75,000.00 for Round Rock Well Repair to the 2024-2025 Road and Bridge Fund Budget.

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

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

Motion:To approve adding a Division Director, Transportation & Road Bond (B.49) with 25% of the salary coming from the 2024-2025 Road and Bridge Fund Budget and 75% of the salary coming from the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget with a total cost of $230,293.68.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Nay:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the 2024-2025 proposed budget and direct the Budget Officer to file the proposed budget with the County Clerk and the County Auditor.
View Agenda Item
County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve the 2024-2025 proposed budget and direct the Budget Officer to file the proposed budget with the County Clerk and the County Auditor.

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
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget Order.
View Agenda Item
County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
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 remove the top two levels of the cell phone stipend in the 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:
 
49.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on holding a Special Session of the Williamson County Commissioners Court on August 23, 2024, to discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Budget Officer's 2024-2025 recommended FY25 Budget and other budgetary matters.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To cancel a Special Session of the Williamson County Commissioners Court on August 23, 2024, to discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Budget Officer's 2024-2025 recommended FY25 Budget and other budgetary matters.

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
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:42 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2024.
 
50.
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. 
      aa)   Discuss property located at 9500 Lake Creek Parkway Austin, TX 78717
      bb)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for Williamson County Justice Center and Corrections Facilities


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
View Agenda Item
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
51.
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 SoulBrain
c) Project School Bus
d) Project Lunch Lady
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
52.
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.
4. Legal matters pertaining to the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc.
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
53.
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.

 
54.
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.

 
55.
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 11:38 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2024.
 
56.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
57.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
58.
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.
4. Legal matters pertaining to the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
59.
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.

 
60.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

There were no comments on this item.

 
61.
Public Comment Period.
 

Those who addressed the Court:
Brian Register of Round Rock

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT  2:54 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2024.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 27th day of August, 2024.


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

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