Minutes for Commissioners Court - Regular Session

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

STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:46 A.M. on TUESDAY, MARCH 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 (Vacant Position)
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 March 4, 2025 Commissioners Court Meeting.

Aye:: 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.

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

Motion:To authorize the payment of:
March 11, 2025 Supplemental Funding Report $6,410,227.72
Summary of Additional Transactions $757,867.60
Grand Total $7,168,095.32
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:: 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 – 24)

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

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

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

Fiscal Impact

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0200-0210-001100	F/T Salaries	$43,200.00
To	0200-0210-001107	Temp Labor - Seasonal Help	$43,200.00

Aye:: 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 Death Inquest Investigators.

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

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

Fiscal Impact

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0100-0566-003005	Office Furniture < $5,000	$100.00
To	0100-0566-003006	Office Equipment < $5,000	$100.00

Aye:: 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 the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.

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

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

Fiscal Impact

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0100-0560-005740	Computer Equipment > $5,000	$20,000.00
To	0100-0560-004511	Fire Range Maint & Repairs	$20,000.00

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

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Facilities.

Fiscal Impact

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
From	0100-0509-005740	Janitorial Services	$40,000.00
To	0100-0509-004541	Vehicle Maint & Repair	$40,000.00

Aye:: 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 approving compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.

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

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

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

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Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, February 2025 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.

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

Motion:To approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, February 2025 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

JP1 EOM FEB 2025

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, February 2025 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.

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

Motion:To approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, February 2025 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

JP4 EOM FEB 2025

10.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #25IFB27 Night Vision Binoculars to the bidder that provided the lowest and best bid, ACTinBlack US LLC.

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

Motion:To approve awarding IFB #25IFB27 Night Vision Binoculars to the bidder that provided the lowest and best bid, ACTinBlack US LLC.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

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11.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFSQ #24RFSQ53 to Gessner Engineering, LLC, for ESOC Site Reconstruction, in the amount of Fifty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Dollars ($58,400.00) and authorize execution of the agreement.

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

Motion:To approve awarding RFSQ #24RFSQ53 to Gessner Engineering, LLC, for ESOC Site Reconstruction, in the amount of Fifty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Dollars ($58,400.00) and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:: 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 on approving a Master Service Agreement No 2025150 with Koetter Fire Protection of Austin, LLC for services as needed, in the not- to-exceed amount of Twenty-Four Thousand Five-Hundred Dollars ($24,500.00) per fiscal year and authorize the execution of the agreement.

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

Motion:To approve a Master Service Agreement No 2025150 with Koetter Fire Protection of Austin, LLC for services as needed, in the not- to-exceed amount of Twenty-Four Thousand Five-Hundred Dollars ($24,500.00) per fiscal year and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

13.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action authorizing the Agreement for Construction Service No. 2025162 with Cotton Commercial USA, Inc. dba Target Solutions, in the not exceed amount of Fourteen Thousand One Hundred Twenty-Five Dollars ($14,125.00), pursuit to TIPS Cooperative # 210603 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

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

Motion:To approve Agreement for Construction Service No. 2025162 with Cotton Commercial USA, Inc. dba Target Solutions, in the not exceed amount of Fourteen Thousand One Hundred Twenty-Five Dollars ($14,125.00), pursuit to TIPS Cooperative # 210603 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:: 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 authorizing an Agreement for Construction Services No. 2025163 with Mayans Concrete, LLC for CTTC Fire Pump Floor, in the amount of Four Thousand Two Hundred Dollars ($4,200.00), and authorize the execution of the agreement.

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

Motion:To approve Agreement for Construction Services No. 2025163 with Mayans Concrete, LLC for CTTC Fire Pump Floor, in the amount of Four Thousand Two Hundred Dollars ($4,200.00), and authorize the execution of the agreement

Aye:: 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 authorizing an Agreement for Construction Services No. 2025164 with Mayans Concrete, LLC for ESOC Sidewalk Replacement and Trash Pad Extension Project, in the amount of Thirteen Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-Five Dollars ($13,775.00), and authorize the execution of the agreement.

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

Motion:To approve Agreement for Construction Services No. 2025164 with Mayans Concrete, LLC for ESOC Sidewalk Replacement and Trash Pad Extension Project, in the amount of Thirteen Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-Five Dollars ($13,775.00), and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:: 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 authorizing an Agreement for Construction Services No. 2025165 with Mayans Concrete, LLC for CTTC Sidewalk Repairs, in the amount of Three Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($3,500.00), and authorize the execution of the agreement.

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

Motion:To approve Agreement for Construction Services No. 2025165 with Mayans Concrete, LLC for CTTC Sidewalk Repairs, in the amount of Three Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($3,500.00), and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

17.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the purchase and construction agreement #2025167 between JT Vaughn Construction, LLC and Williamson County for CJC Sidewalk Repair, in the amount of Ten Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Six Dollars ($10,236.00), pursuant to Omnia Contract Number #R200107 and authorize the execution of the agreement, Funding Source is P615.

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

Motion:To approve purchase and construction agreement #2025167 between JT Vaughn Construction, LLC and Williamson County for CJC Sidewalk Repair, in the amount of Ten Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Six Dollars ($10,236.00), pursuant to Omnia Contract Number #R200107 and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by P615.

Aye:: 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 awarding RFSQ #25RFSQ7 to NV5 Consultants, Inc. for the Jail South Boiler project, in the amount of Fifteen Thousand, Three Hundred Fifteen Dollars ($15,315.00) and authorize execution of the agreement.

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

Motion:To approve awarding RFSQ #25RFSQ7 to NV5 Consultants, Inc. for the Jail South Boiler project, in the amount of Fifteen Thousand, Three Hundred Fifteen Dollars ($15,315.00) and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:: 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 to ratify the Purchase agreement #2025145 between Williamson County and Northwest Cascade, Inc. D/B/A Honey Bucket for emergency portable restrooms for SO/Jail, due to city water shutdown at 508 S. Rock Street, Georgetown, TX, in the not-to-exceed amount of $1,440.00 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

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

Motion:To approve Purchase agreement #2025145 between Williamson County and Northwest Cascade, Inc. D/B/A Honey Bucket for emergency portable restrooms for SO/Jail, due to city water shutdown at 508 S. Rock Street, Georgetown, TX, in the not-to-exceed amount of $1,440.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

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20.

Receive and acknowledge approval of Change Order No. 6 from Aggieland Construction for the Expo - Water Storage Tank Project to extend time only due to material delay, which was approved by Williamson County Facilities Senior Project Manager, Angel Gomez, 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 4 Russ Boles
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Motion:To receive and acknowledge approval of Change Order No. 6 from Aggieland Construction for the Expo - Water Storage Tank Project to extend time only due to material delay, which was approved by Williamson County Facilities Senior Project Manager, Angel Gomez, pursuant to the Commissioners Court’s prior delegation of change order approval authority pursuant to Loc. Gov’t Code Sec. 262.031.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Expo Gattis Pavilion - Water Tank Aggieland - CO#6

21.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 3 under Williamson County Contract between KC Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 31, 2022 for Engineering Design Services for the Central Maintenance Facility. Funding source: P536.

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

Motion:To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No 2 to Work Authorization No 3 under Williamson County Contract between KC Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 31, 2022 for Engineering Design Services for the Central Maintenance Facility to be funded by P536.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

KC Engineering 21RFSQ14 R&B WA3 SA2 Drainage & Roadway

22.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the preliminary plat for the Bluffs at Blackhawk subdivision – Precinct 4.

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

Motion:To approve the preliminary plat for the Bluffs at Blackhawk subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

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23.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Santa Rita Ranch Phase 5 Section 5 subdivision – Precinct 2.

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

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

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

final plat - Santa Rita Ranch Ph 5 Sec 5

24.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for Cool Springs Phase 2 subdivision – Precinct 2.

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

Motion:To approve the preliminary plat for Cool Springs Phase 2 subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

preliminary plat - Cool Springs Phase 2

REGULAR AGENDA

25.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a proclamation honoring Women's History in Williamson County.

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

Motion:To approve a proclamation honoring Women's History in Williamson County as amended.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Women's History Month 2025 Proclamation

26.

Hear an economic development update regarding the Williamson County delegation’s recent visit to South Korea to meet with Korean-based companies about business opportunities in Williamson County.

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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Williamson County Economic Development Partnership Executive Director Dave Porter addressed the Court.

No action was taken on this item.

27.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a proposed specialized market group for non-attorney positions in addition to attorney positions within the County Attorney, District Attorney, and General Counsel Offices of Williamson County.

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This item was pulled from the agenda.

28.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the creation of the Central Texas Spaceport Development Corporation with Burnet County and approval of By-Laws for the Central Texas Spaceport Development Corporation, as required by the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act, Chapter 22 of the Texas Business Organizations Code and Chapter 507 of the Texas Local Government Code.

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Cedar Park Chief Economic Development Officer Arthur Jackson addressed the Court.
Firefly Chief Operating Officer Dan Fermon addressed the Court.

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

Motion:To approve the creation of the Central Texas Spaceport Development Corporation with Burnet County and approval of By-Laws for the Central Texas Spaceport Development Corporation, as required by the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act, Chapter 22 of the Texas Business Organizations Code and Chapter 507 of the Texas Local Government Code.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

ByLaws

29.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Professional Consulting Services Agreement between Williamson County, Texas and William Scott Stribling; and exemption of those services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4).

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

Motion:To approve a Real Estate Professional Consulting Services Agreement between Williamson County, Texas and William Scott Stribling; and exemption of those services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4).

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Real Estate Professional Consulting Services Agreement

30.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Change Order to specify milestone payments for contract #2025115 and Purchase Order #188454, for a cost of $438,265.00, previously approved under Item #63 on 1.28.2025, with Dell Technologies Information Services, for Expo Center Wi-Fi Network Design, and authorizing executing the change order.

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

Motion:To approve the Change Order to specify milestone payments for contract #2025115 and Purchase Order #188454, for a cost of $438,265.00, previously approved under Item #63 on 1.28.2025, with Dell Technologies Information Services, for Expo Center Wi-Fi Network Design, and authorize executing the change order.

Aye:: 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 approving the Change Order to specify milestone payments for contract #2025116 and Purchase Order #188456, for a cost of $149,010.00, previously approved under Item #63 on 1.28.2025, with Dell Technologies Information Services, for Downtown Georgetown Wi-Fi Network Design, and authorizing executing the change order.

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

Motion:To approve the Change Order to specify milestone payments for contract #2025116 and Purchase Order #188456, for a cost of $149,010.00, previously approved under Item #63 on 1.28.2025, with Dell Technologies Information Services, for Downtown Georgetown Wi-Fi Network Design, and authorizing executing the change order.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

32.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the renewal of the Title IV-E County Legal Services Contract with the Texas Department of Family Protective Services.

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

Motion:To approve the renewal of the Title IV-E County Legal Services Contract with the Texas Department of Family Protective Services.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Contract Renewal

33.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Juvenile Services.

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

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 Juvenile Services.

Fiscal Impact

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100-0000-367400	Donations	$3,968.30

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

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 Juvenile Services.

Fiscal Impact

From/To	Acct No.	Description	Amount
	0100-0576-003670	Use of Donations	$3,968.30

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

35.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for funding through the Urban Area Security Initiative Federal Fiscal Year 2025-LETPA Projects (UASI-L) grant.

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

Motion:To approve authorizing the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for funding through the Urban Area Security Initiative Federal Fiscal Year 2025-LETPA Projects (UASI-L) grant.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

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36.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an updated State Plan of Operation (SPO) Agreement between the State of Texas and the Williamson County Sheriff's Office with respect to excess Department of Defense (DOD) personal property transferred pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 257a.

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

Motion:To approve an updated State Plan of Operation (SPO) Agreement between the State of Texas and the Williamson County Sheriff's Office with respect to excess Department of Defense (DOD) personal property transferred pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 257a.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

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37.

Receive a status update and presentation for Facilities Management Department Projects.

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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Senior Director of Facilities Dale Butler addressed the Court.

No action was taken on this item.

38.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action awarding RFCSP 25RFCSP13 Brushy Creek Regional Trail-Extend Along Hairy Man Road to Chasco Constructors, Ltd. L.L.P, in the amount of Three Million, Nine Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand, Four Hundred Forty-Seven Dollars ($3,949,447.00) and authorize the execution of the agreement, Funding Source is P551.

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

Motion:To approve awarding RFCSP 25RFCSP13 Brushy Creek Regional Trail-Extend Along Hairy Man Road to Chasco Constructors, Ltd. L.L.P, in the amount of Three Million, Nine Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand, Four Hundred Forty-Seven Dollars ($3,949,447.00) and authorize the execution of the agreement to be funded by P551.

Aye:: 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 approving a Master Service Contract No 2025153 with Precision Sidewalks, LLC DBA Precision Concrete Cutting for services as needed, in the not to exceed amount of Five-Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000.00) per fiscal year, pursuit to BuyBoard #756-24 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

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

Motion:To approve Master Service Contract No 2025153 with Precision Sidewalks, LLC DBA Precision Concrete Cutting for services as needed, in the not to exceed amount of Five-Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000.00) per fiscal year, pursuit to BuyBoard #756-24 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

40.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of ($13,235.52) for Project 25IFB9 CR 255 Realignment (Jordan Foster Construction) P: 546 Funding Source: Road & Bridge.

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of ($13,235.52) for Project 25IFB9 CR 255 Realignment (Jordan Foster Construction) to be funded by P: 546.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

25IFB9-CR255-CO#1

41.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 5 to the Corridor C (SH 29 Bypass Gap) contract executed March 7, 2017, between Williamson County and AtkinsRéalis relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program. Project: P459 Fund Source: Road Bonds

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 5 to the Corridor C (SH 29 Bypass Gap) contract executed March 7, 2017, between Williamson County and AtkinsRéalis relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program to be funded by P459.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

CorridorC(SH29Bypass)-ATKINS-Amendment05

42.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 5 to the CR 314 and CR 332 Realignment design contract executed April 23, 2020, between Williamson County and Seiler Lankes Group, LLC relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program. Project: P364 Fund Source: Road Bonds

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 5 to the CR 314 and CR 332 Realignment design contract executed April 23, 2020, between Williamson County and Seiler Lankes Group, LLC relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program to be funded by P364.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

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43.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $41,168.11 for Project 24IFB59 East Wilco Hwy Segment 2 Phase 1 (Capital Excavation Company) P: 392 Funding Source: Road Bond.

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $41,168.11 for Project 24IFB59 East Wilco Hwy Segment 2 Phase 1 (Capital Excavation Company) to be funded by P392.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

24IFB59-EastWilcoHwySeg2Ph1-CO#1

44.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $14,900.00 for Project 24IFB15 Liberty Hill Bypass (Chasco Constructors) P: 343 Funding Source: Road Bond.

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $14,900.00 for Project 24IFB15 Liberty Hill Bypass (Chasco Constructors) to be funded by P343.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

24IFB15-LHB_CO#4

45.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $90,550.00 for Project 24IFB57 Ronald Reagan Blvd. Widening (Chasco Constructors) P: 336 Funding Source: Road Bond.

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

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $90,550.00 for Project 24IFB57 Ronald Reagan Blvd. Widening (Chasco Constructors) to be funded by P336.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

24IFB57 RR Blvd Widening-CO#4

46.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an agreed final judgment with Wess Arthur Cassens Jr. and Helen Martha Cassens, as Co-Trustees of the Wess and Helen Cassens Trust u/a dated November 11, 2019, and related to 8.144 acres and 0.282 acres acquired as part of the Bud Stockton right of way project. (Parcel 1) Funding Source Bonds P307

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

Motion:To approve an agreed final judgment with Wess Arthur Cassens Jr. and Helen Martha Cassens, as Co-Trustees of the Wess and Helen Cassens Trust u/a dated November 11, 2019, and related to 8.144 acres and 0.282 acres acquired as part of the Bud Stockton right of way project. (Parcel 1) to be funded by P307.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Agreement

47.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Rule 11 Settlement Agreement with Jarrell 3001, LLC to acquire 0.4664 acres and 0.0687 acres needed as right of way and 0.2420 acres and 0.1332 acres needed as utility easements for the CR 314 project (Parcels 37 and 38). Funding: Bonds P364

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

Motion:To approve a Rule 11 Settlement Agreement with Jarrell 3001, LLC to acquire 0.4664 acres and 0.0687 acres needed as right of way and 0.2420 acres and 0.1332 acres needed as utility easements for the CR 314 project (Parcels 37 and 38) to be funded by P364.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Agreement

48.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the acceptance of a donation deed from Solana Development, LP, a Delaware limited partnership, for 12.594 acres needed as right of way on the Corridor J1 project. Funding: Bonds P584

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

Motion:To approve the acceptance of a donation deed from Solana Development, LP, a Delaware limited partnership, for 12.594 acres needed as right of way on the Corridor J1 project to be funded by P584.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Deed

49.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Assignment of Real Estate Contract and a Utility Joint Use Agreement with Roger Beasley Mazda, Inc., a Texas Corporation, and Roger Beasley Imports, Inc., a Texas Corporation, related to 3.688 acres needed as right of way for the Hero Way project (Parcel 301) . Funding TANS P588

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

Motion:To approve an Assignment of Real Estate Contract and a Utility Joint Use Agreement with Roger Beasley Mazda, Inc., a Texas Corporation, and Roger Beasley Imports, Inc., a Texas Corporation, related to 3.688 acres needed as right of way for the Hero Way project (Parcel 301) to be funded by P588.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

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COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:01 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 2025.

50.

Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)
A.    Real Estate Owned by Third Parties
   Preliminary discussions relating to the proposed or potential purchase or lease of property owned by third parties

        a)   Discuss the acquisition of real property: 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 proposed or potential sale or lease of property owned by the County

a)   Discuss County owned real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
   b)   Discuss possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (Formerly occupied by WCCHD)
   c)   Sale of property located 747 County Rd. 138 Hutto, Texas
   d)   Discuss Blue Springs Blvd. property
   e)   Discuss potential sale of the Williamson County owned properties within the downtown Georgetown area.
f) Discuss potential sale of a parcel of land located adjacent to the Brushy Creek Regional Trail in Round Rock, Texas.

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No action was taken in Executive Session.

51.

Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087:
        Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.

  a) Project Skyfall
  b) Project Garden
  c) Project School Bus
d) Project Lunch Lady
e) Project Sequoia

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No action was taken in Executive Session.

52.

Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per Section 551.071, Texas Government Code, "Consultation with Attorney"), including the following:

a. 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
17. Cause No. 24-3042-C26; Susann Wirkes v. Chinogringo Properties, LLC, et al., In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
18. Cause No. 25-0488-C425; Williamson County, Siena Municipal Utility District No. 1, and Siena Municipal Utility District No. 2 v. The Cameron County Housing Finance Corporation, In the 425th Judicial District of Williamson County, Texas.
19. Cause No. 25-0456-C368; Ryan Markowski v. The State of Texas, et al.; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas.

b. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No.: 451-2025-01739; B.R.
2. EEOC Charge No.: 451-2025-02018; J.S.
c. Claims:
1. 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 potential litigation relating to the non-profit status of EPCOR/ 130 Regional Water Supply Corporation.
5. 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.
6. Legal matter pertaining to regulation of firearms on Williamson County premises.
7. Legal matter pertaining to contracting of inmate housing of third-party government agency inmates

No action was taken in Executive Session.

53.

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.

54.

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

No action was taken in Executive Session.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:02 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 2025.

55.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other legal matters, including the following:

a. Litigation:

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 Code303, and Texas Housing Finance Corporations Act, codified as Texas Local Government code Chapter 394.
3. Legal matters and potential litigation relating to the non-profit status of EPCOR/ 130 Regional Water Supply Corporation.
4. 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.
5. Legal matters pertaining to regulation of firearms on Williamson County premises.
6. Legal matters pertaining to contracting of inmate housing of third-party governmental agency inmates

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

Motion:On 55.c.1, to approve the settlement of a property damage claim in the amount of $9,972.87 arising from a vehicle collision occurring on or about September 25, 2024, at or near the intersection of Southwest Bypass and Leander Road in Georgetown, Texas, upon execution of a full release of property damage claims by the claimant, Madisyn Thomas, and authorize the presiding officer of the Commissioners Court to execute settlement documents, if any, approved as to form by General Counsel.

Aye:: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

56.

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.

57.

Comments from Commissioners.

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey thanked Judge Gravell for his leadership and service to the county since being sworn in as a Justice of the Peace in 2013. To all the employees, there will be continuity of government. There will be a special called meeting on Friday to talk about the process moving forward.
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long wished Judge Gravell the very best in his new role.
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles commented about the friendship that has formed between him and Judge Gravell over the years, and looked forward to him thriving in his new position.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook mentioned that everything Judge Gravell has learned during the last six years will be useful in his new role, and wished him luck.

58.

Public Comment Period.

There were no comments on this item.

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:03 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 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 March, 2025.

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

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