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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
FEBRUARY 11, 2025


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:36 A.M. on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 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 February 4, 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.
 

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

Motion:To authorize the payment of:
February 11, 2025 Supplemental Funding Report $6,144,051.03
Summary of Additional Transactions $156,823,414.99
Grand Total $162,967,466.02
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 – 29)
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road & Bridge Division.
View Agenda Item
 

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

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005400 Bridges $100,000.00
To 0200-0210-004160 Lab Fees $100,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
4.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Elections Department.
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Vince Soll of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Dr. Laura Pressley of Florence addressed the Court.
Marcia Strickler-Watson of Austin addressed the Court.
 

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

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

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0492-004100 Professional Services $51,518.32
To 0100-0492-001150 Election Judges/Clerks $41,647.79
To 0100-0492-002010 FICA $3,186.06
To 0100-0492-002020 Retirement $6,684.47

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 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 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:
 
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on canceling Commissioners Court for Tuesday, March 18, 2025.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve canceling Commissioners Court for Tuesday, March 18, 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
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through 02/06/2025 to the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through 02/06/2025 to 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:
 
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the 2024 Racial Profiling Report for Williamson County Constable Pct. 3.
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve the 2024 Racial Profiling Report for Williamson County Constable Pct. 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:
 
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the County Attorney's 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 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the County Attorney's 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:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, January 2025 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crime. Proc. § 103.005.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, January 2025 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crime. 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, Pct. 4, January 2025 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, January 2025 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:
 
12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action concerning the appointment of Amy Davis as Deputy Constable for Precinct 1.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the appointment of Amy Davis as Deputy Constable for Precinct 1.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #24RFP73 for Pet Health Insurance for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to Fetch Insurance Services, LLC and authorize the execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve awarding RFP #24RFP73 for Pet Health Insurance for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to Fetch Insurance Services, LLC 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:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a request for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to accept an investment from Best Friends Animal Society.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve a request for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to accept an investment from Best Friends Animal Society.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Master Service Agreement between Williamson County and PowerDMS by Neogov for Single Sign On Services, Power Training and PowerPolicy Professional Subscription Renewal, in the amount of $7,564.33 per year exempting this purchase from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024 (a)(7)(D) captive, and authorizing the execution of the service agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the Master Service Agreement between Williamson County and PowerDMS by Neogov for Single Sign On Services, Power Training and PowerPolicy Professional Subscription Renewal, in the amount of $7,564.33 per year exempting this purchase from competitive bidding requirements as per Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemption 262.024 (a)(7)(D) captive, and authorize the execution of the service 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:
 
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Memorandum of Agreement between the Williamson County Office of Emergency Management and FEMA IPAWS Program Management Office.
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a Memorandum of Agreement between the Williamson County Office of Emergency Management and FEMA IPAWS Program Management 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
 
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase and construction services agreement #2025125 between Flooring Solutions, Inc. and Williamson County for Justice Center 277th and 395th Court Refurbishments, in the amount of Fifty-Seven Thousand, Four Hundred Twenty-Seven Dollars ($57,427.00), pursuant to Omnia Contract Number 080819 and execution of the agreement.
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve purchase and construction services agreement #2025125 between Flooring Solutions, Inc. and Williamson County for Justice Center 277th and 395th Court Refurbishments, in the amount of Fifty-Seven Thousand, Four Hundred Twenty-Seven Dollars ($57,427.00), pursuant to Omnia Contract Number 080819 and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement for Construction Services #2025130 between Viking Fence Co., Ltd and Williamson County for Central Texas Treatment Center (CTTC) Fence, in the amount of Four Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Three Dollars and Fifty Cents ($4,243.50), pursuant to TIPS contract #210205 and execution of the agreement. ARPA, 445P.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Agreement for Construction Services #2025130 between Viking Fence Co., Ltd and Williamson County for Central Texas Treatment Center (CTTC) Fence, in the amount of Four Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Three Dollars and Fifty Cents ($4,243.50), pursuant to TIPS contract #210205 and authorize execution of the agreement to be funded by P445.

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.
Receive and acknowledge approval of Change Order No. 1 from The Brandt Companies, LLC for the Jail North Roof Exhaust Fan Replacement Project for time extension only. The change Order for a fifty (50) daytime extension is attributed to Brandt's lead-time delays regarding the fan motor, which was approved by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, Thomas Crockett, 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: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To receive and acknowledge approval of Change Order No. 1 from The Brandt Companies, LLC for the Jail North Roof Exhaust Fan Replacement Project for time extension only. The change Order for a fifty (50) daytime extension is attributed to Brandt's lead-time delays regarding the fan motor, which was approved by Williamson County Facilities Project Manager, Thomas Crockett, 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:
 
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for IFB Ronald Reagan at Via De Sienna Traffic Signal Installation, under IFB #25IFB28. Project Code P692.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for IFB Ronald Reagan at Via De Sienna Traffic Signal Installation, under IFB #25IFB28. Project Code P692.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 5 in the amount of $68,740.00 to expire on March 31, 2026, under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Diamond Surveying and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024, for Larkspur Park Blvd Route Survey from Approximately 300 Feet East of US 183A to CR 267. Funding source: P706.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Work Authorization No 5 in the amount of $68,740.00 to expire on March 31, 2026, under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Diamond Surveying and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024, for Larkspur Park Blvd Route Survey from Approximately 300 Feet East of US 183A to CR 267 to be funded by P706.

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 Work Authorization No 4 in the amount of $18,280.00 to expire on September 30, 2025, under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Walker Texas Surveyors, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024, for Honeysuckle, Prairie Star, Verbena Aerial Photogrammetry Topo. Funding source: P488.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve Work Authorization No 4 in the amount of $18,280.00 to expire on September 30, 2025, under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Walker Texas Surveyors, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024, for Honeysuckle, Prairie Star, Verbena Aerial Photogrammetry Topo to be funded by P488.

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 authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for IFB Signs and Markers, under IFB #25IFB29.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for IFB Signs and Markers, under IFB #25IFB29.

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 approving the submission of a formal protest/request for a contested case hearing and written comments, information and recommendations by legal counsel for Williamson County to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality relating to a petition for the creation of Williamson County MUD No. 61.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the submission of a formal protest/request for a contested case hearing and written comments, information and recommendations by legal counsel for Williamson County to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality relating to a petition for the creation of Williamson County MUD No. 61.

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 approval of the Final Plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 6 Section 4 subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the Final Plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 6 Section 4 subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 6 Section 5 subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 6 Section 5 subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Lariat Section 13 subdivision – Precinct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the final plat for the Lariat Section 13 subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the Final Plat for the Rockin Wilco Phase 1 subdivision – Precinct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the Final Plat for the Rockin Wilco Phase 1 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:
 
29.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the Final Plat for the Lookout at Granger Lake subdivision – Precinct 4.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the Final Plat for the Lookout at Granger Lake subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
30.
Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve an Order for Interment by cremation of deceased (Ealy Thomas) 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: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion:To approve an Order for Interment by cremation of deceased (Ealy Thomas) 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:
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a proclamation celebrating Black History Month in Williamson County.
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a proclamation celebrating Black History Month in Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to issue a call for projects that will utilize Community Development Block Grant funds for the FY25 funding cycle.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve issuing a call for projects that will utilize Community Development Block Grant funds for the FY25 funding cycle.

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 the proposed specialized market group for positions within the County Attorney, District Attorney, and General Counsel offices of Williamson County.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the proposed specialized market group for attorney positions within the County Attorney, District Attorney, and General Counsel offices of Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the revision to the renewal rates through contract #23RFP80 for Property Casualty Worker's Compensation Third Party Administrator, Gallagher Basset Services, Inc. previously approved under agenda item #30, and authorizing the execution of the revised rates. The company is publicly traded, therefore no Form 1295 is required.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To approve the revision to the renewal rates through contract #23RFP80 for Property Casualty Worker's Compensation Third Party Administrator, Gallagher Basset Services, Inc. previously approved under agenda item #30, and authorizing the execution of the revised rates.

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 Memorandum of Understanding Concerning Communication and Coordination between Leander ISD Police Department and the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.
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Dr. Laura Pressley of Florence addressed the Court.
 

This item was pulled from the Agenda.

Attachments:
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for the FY2026 Criminal Justice Division General Victim Assistance Program grant.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for the FY2026 Criminal Justice Division General Victim Assistance Program grant.

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 to authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for the Criminal Justice Division Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant Program.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for the Criminal Justice Division Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant Program.

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 the approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Department of Veteran Affairs, Austin Vet Center, and Williamson County, Texas (for Veteran Affairs In-Office Counseling Support).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve a Memorandum of Understanding between the Department of Veteran Affairs, Austin Vet Center, and Williamson County, Texas (for Veteran Affairs In-Office Counseling Support).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and 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 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and 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 $1,660.00

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
 
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Veteran Services Donations.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and 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 $1,660.00

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
 
41.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Service and Purchase Contract #20251117 between Williamson County and Semper Feye Solutions, Inc. for consultation services to assist Williamson County with information technology security-industry-specific cybersecurity compliance in the amount of $150,000.00 and authorizing the execution of the service contract pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-5032.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve Service and Purchase Contract #20251117 between Williamson County and Semper Feye Solutions, Inc. for consultation services to assist Williamson County with information technology security-industry-specific cybersecurity compliance in the amount of $150,000.00 and authorize the execution of the service contract pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-5032.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Service and Purchase Addendum #2025127 for Laserfiche Annual Support from MCCi, LLC in the amount of $147,710.54, pursuant to BuyBoard cooperative contract #716-23, and authorizing execution and purchase.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve Service and Purchase Addendum #2025127 for Laserfiche Annual Support from MCCi, LLC in the amount of $147,710.54, pursuant to BuyBoard cooperative contract #716-23, and authorize execution and purchase.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Purchase #2025129 for annual support maintenance for all routers and switches for the County in the amount of $194,642.90 pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-5347.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve Purchase #2025129 with Netsync Network Solutions for annual support maintenance for all routers and switches for the County in the amount of $194,642.90 pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-5347.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on adopting revised rate (fee) schedules for the Williamson County Exposition Center for (1) the general public, and (2) Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.
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45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving Amendment #2 for TDIndustries, Inc., extending the lead time and expiration of the contract from September 30, 2024, to July 31, 2025, and authorizing the execution of the amendment.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve Amendment #2 for TDIndustries, Inc., extending the lead time and expiration of the contract from September 30, 2024, to July 31, 2025, and authorizing 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:
 
46.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Consolidated Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal (GMP) with awarded RFP #22RFP148 Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) New Headquarters Building, with Chasco Constructors, Ltd. L.L.P., in the amount of Seventy-Nine Million Four Hundred Forty-One Thousand Six Hundred Eight Dollars ($79,441,608.00) and authorize the execution of the Consolidating GMP Bid Package between Williamson County and Chasco Constructors, Ltd. L.L.P. The funding source is P577.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve Consolidated Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal (GMP) with awarded RFP #22RFP148 Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) New Headquarters Building, with Chasco Constructors, Ltd. L.L.P., in the amount of Seventy-Nine Million Four Hundred Forty-One Thousand Six Hundred Eight Dollars ($79,441,608.00) and authorize the execution of the Consolidating GMP Bid Package between Williamson County and Chasco Constructors, Ltd. L.L.P. to be funded by P577.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding #24RFSQ11 Engineering Services for Williamson County 2023 Road Bond Project to HDR Engineering, Inc., in the maximum amount payable of Four-Million Dollars ($4,000,000.00) and authorize execution of the agreement. The funding source is Road Bonds P338.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve awarding #24RFSQ11 Engineering Services for Williamson County 2023 Road Bond Project to HDR Engineering, Inc., in the maximum amount payable of Four-Million Dollars ($4,000,000.00) and authorize execution of the agreement to be funded by P338.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize the County Judge to execute a resolution approving the submittal of an application for the Southwest Taylor Shared-Use Path in response to the TxDOT FY 2027-2029 Project Call for Transportation Alternative Set-Aside (TA) funding program, with a commitment to contribute to the local match if a project is selected for funding. Funding Source: Parks Bond Funds.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To authorize the County Judge to execute a resolution approving the submittal of an application for the Southwest Taylor Shared-Use Path in response to the TxDOT FY 2027-2029 Project Call for Transportation Alternative Set-Aside (TA) funding program, with a commitment to contribute to the local match if a project is selected for funding to be funded by Parks Bond Funds.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:27 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2025.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:28 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2025.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:35 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2025.
 
49.
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 the Williamson County owned properties within the downtown Georgetown area.
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No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
50.
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.

 
51.
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.
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 the Texas Public Facility Corporation Act, codified as Texas Local Government Code Chapter 303, and Texas Housing Finance Corporations Act, codified as Texas Local Government Code Chapter 394.
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.
7. Legal matters pertaining to regulation of firearms on Williamson County premises.
Paul Parker of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Marcia Strickler-Watson of Austin addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
52.
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.

 
53.
Discuss security assessments or deployments relating to information resources technology; network security information as described by Texas Gov’t Code Section 2059.055(b); and/or (3) the deployment, or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel, critical infrastructure, or security devices. (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.089).
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:38 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2025.
 
54.
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
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.
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 the Texas Public Facility Corporation Act, codified as Texas Local Government Code Chapter 303, and Texas Housing Finance Corporations Act, codified as Texas Local Government Code Chapter 394.
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.
7. Legal matters pertaining to regulation of firearms on Williamson County premises.
Paul Parker of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
55.
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.

 
56.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

There were no comments on this item.

 
57.
Public Comment Period.
 

Those who addressed the Court:
Amy Davis of Georgetown
Marcia Strickler-Watson of Austin

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:39 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2025.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 25th 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