Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
FEBRUARY 4, 2025

STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:34 A.M. on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 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

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 28, 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

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 2 Cynthia Long
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Motion:To authorize the payment of:
February 4, 2025 Supplemental Funding Report $11,107,787.17
Summary of Additional Transactions $1,108,547.58
Grand Total $12,216,334.75
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 – 19)

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer between General Fund Revenue Items.

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer between General Fund Revenue Items.

Fiscal Impact

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0100-0000-342803	EMS Training Fees	$13,099,268.00
To	0100-0000-342800	EMS Fees	$13,099,268.00

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

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for EMS.

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for EMS.

Fiscal Impact

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0100-0540-005700	Vehicles > $5,000	$14,000.00
To	0100-0540-003107	Medical Equipment < $5,000	$14,000.00

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

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Facilities.

Fiscal Impact

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0100-0509-005003	Equipment > $5,000	$5,000.00
To	0100-0509-004500	Maintenance Contracts	$5,000.00

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

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Regional Animal Shelter Fund.

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This item was pulled from the Agenda.

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

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:

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving and acknowledging rate adjustments for the Chapman Firm for 2025.

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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.

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

Motion:To approve rate adjustments for the Chapman Firm for 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:

Chapman Firm 2025 Rate Adjustment Letter

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the 2024 Racial Profiling Report for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.

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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.

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

Motion:To approve the 2024 Racial Profiling Report for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.

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

Attachments:

2024 Racial Profiling Report

10.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the 2024 Racial Profiling Report for Constable 4.

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

Motion:To approve the 2024 Racial Profiling Report for Constable 4 as corrected.

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 on acknowledging the Purchasing Department's monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 01/01/2025 through 01/27/2025.

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

Motion:To approve the Purchasing Department's monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 01/01/2025 through 01/27/2025.

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:

Jan Asset for Auction Report

12.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department's monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 01/01/2025 through 01/27/2025.

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

Motion:To approve the Purchasing Department's monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 01/01/2025 through 01/27/2025.

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:

Jan Asset for Transfer Report

13.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department's monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 01.01.22 through 01.27.25.

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

Motion:To approve the Purchasing Department's monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 01.01.25 through 01.27.25.

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

Attachments:

Jan Asset for Destruction Report

14.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Transfer, including One 2016 Ford Explorer PIÙ, VIN 9153 and 1997 International 4700, VIN 8370, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.

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

Motion:To approve authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Transfer, including One 2016 Ford Explorer PIÙ, VIN 9153 and 1997 International 4700, VIN 8370, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.

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

Attachments:

JAN VSC for Transfer Report

15.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152 from 01/01/2025 through 01/27/2025.
VIN 0600 2003 Toro 3500D
VIN 8444 2009 Dodge Charger
VIN 5571 2017 Chevy Tahoe
VIN 8017 Bobcat 3400XL

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

Motion:To approve authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152 from 01/01/2025 through 01/27/2025.
VIN 0600 2003 Toro 3500D
VIN 8444 2009 Dodge Charger
VIN 5571 2017 Chevy Tahoe
VIN 8017 Bobcat 3400XL

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:

Jan VSC for Auction

16.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Andrew Marin to the ESD #7 board to replace James Shofner for a two-year term to continue until December 31, 2026.

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

Motion:To approve appointing Andrew Marin to the ESD #7 board to replace James Shofner for a two-year term to continue until 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:

Application

17.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Construction Service Agreement no.2025112 with Tom Arnold Drilling Contractor II, LLC for Well Repair at 555 CR 243, Florence, TX 76527, in the amount of Thirteen Thousand, Seven Hundred Eighty-Seven dollars ($13,787.00), and authorize the execution of the agreement.

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

Motion:To approve Construction Service Agreement no.2025112 with Tom Arnold Drilling Contractor II, LLC for Well Repair at 555 CR 243, Florence, TX 76527, in the amount of Thirteen Thousand, Seven Hundred Eighty-Seven dollars ($13,787.00), and authorize the execution of the agreement as amended.

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 authorizing the Construction Service Agreement no.2025113 with Tom Arnold Drilling Contractor II, LLC for Well Repair Round Rock location, in the amount of Twenty-Nine Thousand, Nine Hundred Two dollars ($29,902.00), and authorize the execution of the agreement.

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

Motion:To approve Construction Service Agreement no.2025113 with Tom Arnold Drilling Contractor II, LLC for Well Repair Round Rock location, in the amount of Twenty-Nine Thousand, Nine Hundred Two dollars ($29,902.00), and authorize the execution of the agreement.

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

Attachments:

19.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the purchase and service contract #2025119 between Siemens Industry, Inc. and Williamson County for new Building Automated Services (BAS) Front-End Server Build, in the not-to-exceed amount of Forty Thousand, Four Hundred Ninety-Nine Dollars and Forty-Three Cents ($40,499.43), pursuant to TIPS contract #230701 and execution of the agreement.

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

Motion:To approve purchase and service contract #2025119 between Siemens Industry, Inc. and Williamson County for new Building Automated Services (BAS) Front-End Server Build, in the not-to-exceed amount of Forty Thousand, Four Hundred Ninety-Nine Dollars and Forty-Three Cents ($40,499.43), pursuant to TIPS contract #230701 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:

REGULAR AGENDA

20.

Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve an Order for Interment by cremation of deceased (Laurie Hull Osborn-Herbert) who passed away in Williamson County, Texas, where the County has discretion to inter, pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code § 711.002(e), and authorize Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.

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

Motion:To approve an Order for Interment by cremation of deceased (Laurie Hull Osborn-Herbert) who passed away in Williamson County, Texas, where the County has discretion to inter, pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code § 711.002(e), and authorize Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.

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:

Order for Interment

21.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on recognizing Mike Knipstein's retirement and 30 years of dedicated service to Williamson County EMS.

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Senior Director of Emergency Services Bill Zito addressed the Court.
Interim Director of Emergency Services Ed Tydings addressed the Court
Former Director of Emergency Services John Sneed addressed the Court.
Former Director of Emergency Services Kenny Schnell addressed the Court.
Budget Officer Ashlie Holladay addressed the Court.
Former Director of Emergency Services Mike Knipstein addressed the Court.

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

Motion:To approve recognizing Mike Knipstein's retirement and 30 years of dedicated service to Williamson County EMS.

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

22.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on adopting revised versions of the Williamson County Commissioners Court's Rules of Procedure, Conduct and Decorum and Public Participation Form.

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Ronda McCauley of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.

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

Motion:To approve revised versions of the Williamson County Commissioners Court's Rules of Procedure, Conduct and Decorum and Public Participation Form.

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 reappointment of Heather Gaddes to the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) Board of Directors, for a two-year term beginning February 1, 2025, and ending on January 31, 2027.

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

Motion:To approve the reappointment of Heather Gaddes to the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) Board of Directors, for a two-year term beginning February 1, 2025, and ending on January 31, 2027.

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

24.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an agreement with Bluebonnet Trails Community Services (BTCS) for residential withdrawal management treatment with funding provided through the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Program (COSSUP) Grant 14198183 to expand evidence-based substance use treatment and aftercare services effective October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2027.

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

Motion:To approve an agreement with Bluebonnet Trails Community Services (BTCS) for residential withdrawal management treatment with funding provided through the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Program (COSSUP) Grant 14198183 to expand evidence-based substance use treatment and aftercare services effective October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2027.

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:

Signed Agreement

25.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a funding request from the City of Hutto for $100,000 of funding from the Williamson County Community Recreation Facility Fund to construct a Veteran’s Memorial adjacent to the City Hall in Hutto, Texas.

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

Motion:To approve a funding request from the City of Hutto for $100,000 of funding from the Williamson County Community Recreation Facility Fund to construct a Veteran’s Memorial adjacent to the City Hall in Hutto, Texas.

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 a Memorandum of Understanding Concerning Communication and Coordination between Jarrell ISD Police Department and the Williamson County Sheriff's Office

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

Motion:To approve a Memorandum of Understanding concerning communication and coordination between Jarrell ISD Police Department and the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.

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

Attachments:

Jarrell ISD PD MOU

27.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the proposed specialized market group for attorney positions within the County Attorney, District Attorney, and General Counsel offices of Williamson County.

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28.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a policy exception for a new hire within the All-District Courts department for the position Director of District Court Administration,1905.

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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.

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

Motion:To approve a policy exception for a new hire at $140,046.68 within the All-District Courts department for the position Director of District Court Administration,1905.

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

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

Motion:To approve a policy exception for a new hire within the All-District Courts department at $133,377.79 for the position Director of District Court Administration,1905.

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

29.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting a donation to Williamson County Juvenile Services from St. Richards Episcopal Church in the amount of $90.00 for supplies for youth(s).

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

Motion:To approve accepting a donation to Williamson County Juvenile Services from St. Richards Episcopal Church in the amount of $90.00 for supplies for youth(s).

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 approving the Service and Purchase Contract #2025111 between Williamson County and Berry, Dunn McNeil & Parker, LLC for consulting services to assist with an asset management software selection initiative in the amount of $113,460.00 and authorizing the execution of the service contract pursuant to TIPS 230601.

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

Motion:To approve Service and Purchase Contract #2025111 between Williamson County and Berry, Dunn McNeil & Parker, LLC for consulting services to assist with an asset management software selection initiative in the amount of $113,460.00 and authorize the execution of the service contract pursuant to TIPS 230601.

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 an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenue for Veteran Services Donations.

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

Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenue for Veteran Services Donations.

Fiscal Impact

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100-0000-367400	Donations	$1,000.00

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

32.

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

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 Veteran Services Donations.

Fiscal Impact

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100-0405-003670	Donations	$1,000.00

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

33.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grace necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Veterans Services Donations.

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

Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grace necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Veterans Services Donations.

Fiscal Impact

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100-0405-003670	Donations	$2,250.00

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

34.

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

Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grace necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenue for Veterans Services Donations.

Fiscal Impact

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100-0000-367400	Donations	$2,250.00

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

35.

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

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 NACo Prescription Discount Card Program for Fiscal Year 2025.

Fiscal Impact

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100-0000-370500	Miscellaneous Revenue	$149.00

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

36.

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

Fiscal Impact

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100-0630-004921	Co Wide RX Disc Card Program	$149.00

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

37.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an Agreement to Terminate the original Agreement for Design & Engineering Services between Williamson County and Beck Architecture, LLC, being dated January 7th, 2025, relating to Lake Creek Annex.

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

Motion:To approve an Agreement to Terminate the original Agreement for Design & Engineering Services between Williamson County and Beck Architecture, LLC, being dated January 7th, 2025, relating to Lake Creek Annex.

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:

Lake Creek Annex - Beck-Termination

38.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a variance request to the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations from Hutto 525 Development Partners, LP for the Flora Phase 2 subdivision – Precinct 4.

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

Motion:To approve a variance request to the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations from Hutto 525 Development Partners, LP for the Flora Phase 2 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:

variance request - Flora Ph 2

39.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Letter of Transfer/Ownership to the Center for Archeological Research (CAR), for archeological collections (records only) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the CR 129 Safety Improvement Project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4. Project: P375

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

Motion:To approve a Letter of Transfer/Ownership to the Center for Archeological Research (CAR), for archeological collections (records only) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the CR 129 Safety Improvement Project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4 to be funded by P375.

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:

CR129-THC-LtrTransfer-CAR

40.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Corridor I-2 (US 183 to SH 29) contract between Williamson County and K Friese & Associates, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program.
Project: P344
Fund Source: Road Bonds

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 1 to the Corridor I-2 (US 183 to SH 29) contract between Williamson County and K Friese & Associates, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program to be funded by P344.

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:

CorridorI2-KFA-PSAAmendment01

41.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an agreed final judgment with Mary Simkins Luzius for 1.279 AC needed as right of way and acquired for the construction of CR 245. Funding Source: Bonds P353.

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

Motion:To approve an agreed final judgment with Mary Simkins Luzius for 1.279 AC needed as right of way and acquired for the construction of CR 245 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

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Judgement

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:39 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2025.

42.

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 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 the Williamson County owned properties within the downtown Georgetown area.

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No action was taken in Executive Session.

43.

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

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No action was taken in Executive Session.

44.

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:
1. EEOC Charge No.: 451-2025-01739; B.R.
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.
3. Claim No. 09272023-560-151 - auto liability claim from Pablo Paguia for incident occurring on or about September 27, 2023, at or near 8713 W. Parmer Lane, Austin, Texas 78729.
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 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).
4. Legal matters and potential litigation relating to non-profit status of EPCOR/ 130 Regional Water Supply Corporation.
5. Legal matters and requirements relating to Purchasing and Contracting Authority of Counties under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 262.
6. 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.

Teresa Soll of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.

No action was taken in Executive Session.

45.

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.

46.

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 11:31 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2025.

47.

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. Case Number: 1:24-cv-01166 DII; Tettus J. Davis v. Billy Ray Stubblefield, et al; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas
15. 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
16. Cause No. 24-2467-C425; Carlos Turcios, et al. v. Williamson County, et al; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
17. Cause No. 24-2687-C395; Paul Johnson v. Williamson County Tax Office; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas

d. Other:

Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.

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

Motion:On Agenda Item 47.c.3, to approve the settlement of a property damage claim in the amount of $15,540.66 arising from a vehicle collision occurring on or about September 27, 2023, at or near 8713 W Parmer Lane, Austin, Texas, upon execution of a full release of claims by the claimant, Mid-Century Insurance Company of Texas, regarding their insured Pablo Paguia; and to authorize the presiding officer of the Commissioners Court to execute settlement documents, if any, approved as to form by General Counsel.

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 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.

49.

Comments from Commissioners.

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. welcomed Montgomery County Precinct 2 Commissioner Charlie Riley to today's session of Commissioners Court, and recognized several Emergency Services Department retirees in the audience.

50.

Public Comment Period.

There were no comments on this item.

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:33 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2025.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 11th day of February, 2025.

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

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