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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JANUARY 14, 2025


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:35 A.M. on TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2025, 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 January 7, 2025 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.
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained in regard to payment to invoices for James Construction (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

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

Motion:To authorize the payment of:
January 14, 2024 Supplemental Funding Report $16,034,929.36
Summary of Additional Transactions $891,121.74
Grand Total $16,926,051.10
from the Funding Reports, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. (Items 3 – 22)
 
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for facilities.
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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 0100-0509-004509 Facility Enhancements $50,000.00
To 0100-0509-004100 Professional Services $50,000.00

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 approving a line item transfer for EMS.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for EMS.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-005700 Vehicles > $5,000 $6,000.00
To 0100-0540-003010 Computer Equipment < $5,000 $6,000.00

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 Death Inquest Investigators.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Death Inquest Investigators.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0566-003005 Office Furniture <$5,000 $900.00
To 0100-0566-003006 Office Equipment <$5,000 $900.00

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 to the County Auditor's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a line item transfer to the County Auditor's Office.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Contingencies $61,800.00
To 0100-0495-004100 Professional Services $61,800.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to acknowledge line item transfers of $1000 or less completed by the County Auditor during October 2024 to December 2024 (FY25 1st Quarter).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve line item transfers of $1000 or less completed by the County Auditor during October 2024 to December 2024 (FY25 1st Quarter).

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:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

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

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through 01/08/2025 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through 01/08/2025 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:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, December 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Proc. § 103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, December 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Proc. § 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:
 
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 December 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 December 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:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, December 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, December 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 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:
 
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the uniform policy for Death Inquest Investigators.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the uniform policy for Death Inquest Investigators.

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 closing out and not awarding RFP #25RFP1, Armored Courier Services, due to no responses received.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve closing out and not awarding RFP #25RFP1, Armored Courier Services, due to no responses received.

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 authorizing Work Order Amendment #202517 Add-ons for Unified Enterprise Support Services with Microsoft Corporation per DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4911 for the term of three (3) years beginning 11.01.24-10.31.27, in the amount of $26,860.00, and authorizing the execution of the amendment.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Work Order Amendment #202517 Add-ons for Unified Enterprise Support Services with Microsoft Corporation per DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4911 for the term of three (3) years beginning 11.01.24-10.31.27, in the amount of $26,860.00, and authorize the execution of the amendment.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving annual purchase #202601 between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for the Enterprise Jury Summons software, for a total amount of $58,109.31 pursuant to Sourcewell contract #090320-TTI.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve annual purchase #202601 between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for the Enterprise Jury Summons software, for a total amount of $58,109.31 pursuant to Sourcewell contract #090320-TTI.

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 agreement #202600 between VertiGIS and Williamson County for the Small Municipal and County Enterprise License Agreement, for an annual amount of $31,150.00,for a three(3) year term, in coordination with cooperative DIR-CPO-5192 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve agreement #202600 between VertiGIS and Williamson County for the Small Municipal and County Enterprise License Agreement, for an annual amount of $31,150.00,for a three(3) year term, in coordination with cooperative DIR-CPO-5192 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:
 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Services and Purchase Contract #202588 with Intelligent Markings USA Inc dba Turf Tank for Annual Customer Care for Parks and Recreation field marking system in the amount of $4,999.00 and authorize execution of this agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Services and Purchase Contract #202588 with Intelligent Markings USA Inc dba Turf Tank for Annual Customer Care for Parks and Recreation field marking system in the amount of $4,999.00 and authorize execution of this agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Services and Purchase Contract #2025100 with Polylast Global LLC for Polylast Flooring for the Expo Center in the amount of $21,200.00 and authorize execution of this agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Services and Purchase Contract #2025100 with Polylast Global LLC for Polylast Flooring for the Expo Center in the amount of $21,200.00 and authorize execution of this agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 1 under the Williamson County Contract between K Friese and Associates, LLC and Williamson County dated March 5, 2024 for On-Call Development Services Assistance. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 1 under the Williamson County Contract between K Friese and Associates, LLC and Williamson County dated March 5, 2024 for On-Call Development Services Assistance 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:
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 3 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between SWCA, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 25, 2020, for CR 201 Environmental Services. This supplemental extends the termination date until January 31, 2026. Funding source: P546.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No 3 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between SWCA, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 25, 2020, for CR 201 Environmental Services to be funded by P546.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Nolina Phase 3 subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the preliminary plat for the Nolina Phase 3 subdivision – Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the January 2025 Wilco One Employee Well Being Brochure and January Wellness Updates.
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Benefits Director Shelley Loughrey addressed the Court.
Wellness Coordinator Angela Collins addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
24.
Receive and acknowledge approval of Change Order No. 5 from Texas AirSystems for the Jail South Boiler Renovation Project in the amount of $25,261.00, which was approved by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, Daryl Mutz, pursuant to the Commissioners Court’s prior delegation of change order approval authority pursuant to Loc. Gov’t Code Sec. 262.031.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To receive and acknowledge approval of Change Order No. 5 from Texas AirSystems for the Jail South Boiler Renovation Project in the amount of $25,261.00, which was approved by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, Daryl Mutz, pursuant to the Commissioners Court’s prior delegation of change order approval authority pursuant to Loc. Gov’t Code Sec. 262.031.

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 authorizing the Agreement for Construction Services #2025101 between G2 Construction Services, Inc. and Williamson County for Justice Center LED Lighting Upgrades, in the amount of One Hundred Eighty Thousand Dollars ($180,000.00), pursuant to TIPS contract 211001 and execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Agreement for Construction Services #2025101 between G2 Construction Services, Inc. and Williamson County for Justice Center LED Lighting Upgrades, in the amount of One Hundred Eighty Thousand Dollars ($180,000.00), pursuant to TIPS contract 211001 and 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 approving purchase #202603 of In-Car Camera Systems for Williamson County Law Enforcement Vehicles from GTS Technology Solutions for a total of $270,009.75 pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4697.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve purchase #202603 of In-Car Camera Systems for Williamson County Law Enforcement Vehicles from GTS Technology Solutions for a total of $270,009.75 pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4697.

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 to authorize the Williamson County Purchasing Agent to begin preparation of solicitation procedures for the sale of Williamson County-owned property's within the downtown Georgetown area.
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
This item was discussed in Executive Session under both the Real Property and Attorney Consultation Exceptions.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
28.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the prioritization of potential congressional earmark projects.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve the prioritization of potential congressional earmark projects.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between HNTB Corporation and Williamson County dated January 9, 2024 for General Engineering Consultant– Construction Management/Inspection Services.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between HNTB Corporation and Williamson County dated January 9, 2024 for General Engineering Consultant– Construction Management/Inspection Services.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between HNTB Corporation and Williamson County dated January 9, 2024 for General Engineering Consultant – Construction Management/Inspection Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge Department Projects.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between HNTB Corporation and Williamson County dated January 9, 2024 for General Engineering Consultant – Construction Management/Inspection Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge Department Projects.

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:
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 3 to RFQ2572 Flood Plain Maps Update (Atlas 14 – Salado Creek Basin Study & Technical Review) contract between Williamson County and Halff Associates, Inc. relating to the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Agreement. Project: P382. Funding source: CIP/Road and Bridge.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 3 to RFQ2572 Flood Plain Maps Update (Atlas 14 – Salado Creek Basin Study & Technical Review) contract between Williamson County and Halff Associates, Inc. relating to the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Agreement to be funded by P382.

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 Contract Amendment No. 3 to RFQ2572 Flood Plain Maps Update (Atlas 14 – San Gabriel Basin Study) contract between Williamson County and Doucet & Associates, Inc. relating to the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Agreement. Project: P382. Funding source: CIP/Road and Bridge.
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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 Contract Amendment No. 3 to RFQ2572 Flood Plain Maps Update (Atlas 14 – San Gabriel Basin Study) contract between Williamson County and Doucet & Associates, Inc. relating to the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Agreement to be funded by P382.

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 Contract Amendment No. 4 to RFQ2572 Flood Plain Maps Update (Atlas 14 - Brushy Creek Basin Study) contract between Williamson County and AECOM Technical Services, Inc. relating to the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Agreement. Project: P382. Funding source: CIP/Road and Bridge.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 4 to RFQ2572 Flood Plain Maps Update (Atlas 14 - Brushy Creek Basin Study) contract between Williamson County and AECOM Technical Services, Inc. relating to the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Agreement. Project to be funded by P382.

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 a conditional roadway acceptance agreement for the Nolina Phase 1 Sections 1 and 2 subdivision.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a conditional roadway acceptance agreement for the Nolina Phase 1 Sections 1 and 2 subdivision.

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 a real estate contract with Skip Sandell and Nancy Heaton to purchase 5.009 acres needed as right of way for the Hero Way segment 2 project. Funding Source: LRTP P457
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Skip Sandell and Nancy Heaton to purchase 5.009 acres needed as right of way for the Hero Way segment 2 project 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:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Relocation Expenses Reimbursement Letter Agreement with PEC regarding the use of portions of the proposed Sam Bass Road public right of way (prior rights agreement). Funding Source: Bonds P462
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve a Relocation Expenses Reimbursement Letter Agreement with PEC (Pedernales Electric Cooperative) regarding the use of portions of the proposed Sam Bass Road public right of way (prior rights agreement) to be funded by P462.

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 a Contract Amendment No. 4 to the Bagdad Road North contract between Williamson County and Binkley & Barfield, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program.
Project: P343
Fund Source: Road Bonds
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 4 to the Bagdad Road North contract between Williamson County and Binkley & Barfield, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program to be funded by P343.

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 releases of liens for 3 properties acquired by Habitat for Humanity using CDBG funds. 
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This item was pulled from the Agenda.

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39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a claim for actual moving expenses caused by the acquisition of right of way on the Bagdad Rd./CR 279 project (Parcel 15). Funding Source: Bonds P343
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve a claim for actual moving expenses caused by the acquisition of right of way on the Bagdad Rd./CR 279 project (Parcel 15) to be funded by P343.

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 adopting a resolution of support for legislation that would create a new District Court in Williamson County, Texas that would help address an increased criminal case workload; and discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to direct the Williamson County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement with the National Center for State Courts to provide an evaluation of the caseflow management practices and management of judicial resources in relation to Williamson County’s District Courts and County Courts at Law and make recommendations for increased efficiencies and enhancements that may be made to meet the increased workloads of such courts and exempting the purchase from competitive bidding under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(2) as being an item necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the residents of Williamson County.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve an RFP (Request for Proposal) to provide an evaluation of the caseflow management practices and management of judicial resources in relation to Williamson County’s District Courts and County Courts at Law and make recommendations for increased efficiencies and enhancements that may be made to meet the increased workloads of such courts.

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 hiring an Associate Judge for the District Courts.

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

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

Motion:To approve a resolution of support for legislation in this legislative session that would create a new District Court in Williamson County, Texas that would help address an increased criminal case workload.

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:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:34 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2025.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:35 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2025.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:35 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2025.
 
41.
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 a 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: Bud Stockton Dr. 
        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 the 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-2. 
         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 Arterial 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 the acquisition of real property for CR 175.  
        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 the proposed or potential sale or lease of property owned by the County
    
    a)  Discuss country-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 at 747 County Rd. 138 Hutto, Texas
    d)  Discuss Blue Springs Blvd. property
    e)  Discuss the potential sale of Williamson County-owned properties within the downtown Georgetown area.
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No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
42.
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 Garden 
  c) Project School Bus
  d) Project Lunch Lady
  e) Project Sequoia
View Agenda Item
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
43.
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. Litigation:
1. Lawsuits and administrative complaints filed, served and/or received following the Williamson County Commissioners Court agenda submittal deadline
2. 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
3. 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
4. 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
5. 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
6. 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
7. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. Cause No. 23-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
12. Cause No. 24-1887-C26; Ivory Deon Hornsby v. Williamson County, et al.; In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-01183; Johnny Joe Tijerina v. Andrew Rodriguez, et al.; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
14. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-1043-DII; Luis J. Ortiz Hernandez v. Williamson County, Texas; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
15. Cause No. 24-2467-C425; Carlos Turcios, et al. v. Williamson County, et al; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. Cause No. 24-2687-C395; Paul Johnson v. Williamson County Tax Office; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
b. Administrative Complaints:
c. Claims:
1. Legal claim related to Bryan Ross.
2. Claim No. 09252024-560-347 - auto liability claim by Madisyn Grace Thomas for incident occurring on or about 09/25/2024.
d. Other:
1. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
2. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
3. Legal matters pertaining to the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc.
4. Legal matters relating to James Construction’s claims on the SE Loop (East Wilco Hwy) Segment 1 Project.
5. Legal discussions relating to social and political expressions in the workplace.
6. Legal matters and requirements relating to Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) funding through the Economically Distressed Areas Program (EDAP) and the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF).
7. Legal matters and potential litigation relating to non-profit status of EPCOR/ 130 Regional Water Supply Corporation.
8. Legal matters and requirements relating to Purchasing and Contracting Authority of Counties under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 262.
9. Legal matters and statutory authority of Williamson County regarding budgetary amendments by the Board of Directors of the Williamson Central Appraisal District (Tax Code Sec. 6.06) for purposes of appraisal funding.
10. Legal matters pertaining to proposed rules, Chapter 56 in Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code relating to reporting requirements of District and County Attorneys in counties with a population of 500,000 or more.
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
44.
Discuss and deliberate the employment and duties of the Williamson County Manager (Executive Session as per Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters: Deliberate the appointment and evaluation of public officer/department head).
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
45.
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.

 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:33 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2025.
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other legal matters, including the following:

a. Litigation:
1. Lawsuits and administrative complaints filed, served and/or received following the Williamson County Commissioners Court agenda submittal deadline
2. 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
3. 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
4. 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
5. 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
6. 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
7. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. Cause No. 23-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
12. Cause No. 24-1887-C26; Ivory Deon Hornsby v. Williamson County, et al.; In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-01183; Johnny Joe Tijerina v. Andrew Rodriguez, et al.; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
14. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-1043-DII; Luis J. Ortiz Hernandez v. Williamson County, Texas; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
15. Cause No. 24-2467-C425; Carlos Turcios, et al. v. Williamson County, et al; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. Cause No. 24-2687-C395; Paul Johnson v. Williamson County Tax Office; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
b. Administrative Complaints:
c. Claims:
1. Legal claim related to Bryan Ross.
2. Claim No. 09252024-560-347 - auto liability claim by Madisyn Grace Thomas for incident occurring on or about 09/25/2024.
d. Other:
1. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders.
2. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code.
3. Legal matters pertaining to the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc.
4. Legal matters relating to James Construction’s claims on the SE Loop (East Wilco Hwy) Segment 1 Project.
5. Legal discussions relating to social and political expressions in the workplace.
6. Legal matters and requirements relating to Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) funding through the Economically Distressed Areas Program (EDAP) and the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF).
7. Legal matters and potential litigation relating to non-profit status of EPCOR/ 130 Regional Water Supply Corporation.
8. Legal matters and requirements relating to Purchasing and Contracting Authority of Counties under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 262.
9. Legal matters and statutory authority of Williamson County regarding budgetary amendments by the Board of Directors of the Williamson Central Appraisal District (Tax Code Sec. 6.06) for purposes of appraisal funding.
10. Legal matters pertaining to proposed rules, Chapter 56 in Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code relating to reporting requirements of District and County Attorneys in counties with a population of 500,000 or more.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the employment and duties of the Williamson County Manager (Executive Session as per Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters: Deliberate the appointment and evaluation of public officer/department head).
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
48.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. wished Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles an early Happy Birthday.

 
49.
Public Comment Period.
 

Those who addressed the Court:
Texas Brazos Trail Region Executive Director Pamela Anderson of Round Rock
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT  12:33 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2025.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 28th day of January, 2025.


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

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