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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
APRIL 21, 2026


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:35 A.M. on TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2026, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Steven Snell
  • 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
 
 
Public Comment Period for Agenda Items.
 

Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown

 
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 April 14, 2026 Commissioners Court Meeting.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
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:
April 21, 2026 Supplemental Funding Report $9,149,102.82
Summary of Additional Transactions $349,255.74
Grand Total $9,498,358.56
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 Steven Snell
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 –27)
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Wireless Communications.
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 Wireless Communications.

Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0587-003010 Computer Equipment $1,500.00
To 0100-0587-004209 Cell Phone/Pager $1,500.00

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.
View Agenda Item
 

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 Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, March 2026 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure § 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. 3, March 2026 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
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 to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, March 2026 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, March 2026 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of March 2026 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve property tax collections for the month of March 2026 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
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 any necessary action to approve an Order for Interment by cremation of the deceased (Cee Jay Bonnet) 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.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an Order for Interment by cremation of the deceased (Cee Jay Bonnet) 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 Steven Snell
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 any necessary action to approve an Order for Interment by cremation of the deceased (Lena Kay Tindel) 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.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an Order for Interment by cremation of the deceased (Lena Kay Tindel) 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 Steven Snell
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 any necessary action to approve an Order for Interment by cremation of the deceased (Dawn Mari Johnvin) 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.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve an Order for Interment by cremation of the deceased (Dawn Mari Johnvin) 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 Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a proclamation proclaiming April 27, 2026 as Coach Frank Litterest IV day in Williamson County.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a proclamation proclaiming April 27, 2026 as Coach Frank Litterest IV day in Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
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 the county Vehicle Use Policy.
View Agenda Item
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 county Vehicle Use Policy.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
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 on a General Land Office Amendment relating to Contract # 22-130-05-E524 regarding the grant funding for an update to the Williamson County Hazard Mitigation Plan.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve a General Land Office Amendment relating to Contract # 22-130-05-E524 regarding the grant funding for an update to the Williamson County Hazard Mitigation Plan.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
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 approving Service Contract #2026-198 between Williamson County and Heart of Texas Landscape & Irrigation, Inc. for mowing and landscaping services at the radio tower sites in the amount of $16,464.00 and authorizing the execution of the service contract.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Service Contract #2026-198 between Williamson County and Heart of Texas Landscape & Irrigation, Inc. for mowing and landscaping services at the radio tower sites in the amount of $16,464.00 and authorize the execution of the service contract.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Professional Services Contract #2026-201 with Arias & Associates, Inc. for Construction Materials Testing for the ESOC CRAC Unit project for Facilities Management, in the amount of Four Thousand Nine Hundred Forty and 50/100 Dollars ($4,940.50) and authorize execution of this agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Professional Services Contract #2026-201 with Arias & Associates, Inc. for Construction Materials Testing for the Emergency Services Operations Center (ESOC) Data Center Computer Room Air Conditioning (CRAC) Unit project for Facilities Management, in the amount of Four Thousand Nine Hundred Forty and 50/100 Dollars ($4,940.50) and authorize execution of this agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
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 regarding Southland Industries, formerly The Brandt Companies, LLC. for the Central Texas Treatment Center (CTTC) Building Automation System (BAS) project to extend time only, which was approved by Williamson County Senior Director, Dale Butler, pursuant to the Commissioners Court’s prior delegation of change order approval authority pursuant to Loc. Gov’t Code Sec. 262.031
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Southland Industries, formerly The Brandt Companies, LLC. for the Central Texas Treatment Center (CTTC) Building Automation System (BAS) project to extend time only, which was approved by Williamson County Senior Director, Dale Butler, 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 Steven Snell
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 position title changes for the Department of Infrastructure.
View Agenda Item
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 

This item was pulled from the agenda.

Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between LJA Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024, for Traffic Engineering Services.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between LJA Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024, for Traffic Engineering Services.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding change order #2 for Project 25IFB76 Via De Sienna and Ronald Reagan Intersection Improvements.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve order #2 for Project 25IFB76 Via De Sienna and Ronald Reagan Intersection Improvements.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding change order #2 for Project 25IFB64 Skyview Drive Bridge.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve change order #2 for Project 25IFB64 Skyview Drive Bridge.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
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 approval of the preliminary plat for the West Rim Estates subdivision – Precinct 2.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the preliminary plat for the West Rim Estates subdivision – Precinct 2.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the Replat of Lot 22, Block 1, of the Taylor Ranchettes subdivision – Precinct 4.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the Replat of Lot 22, Block 1, of the Taylor Ranchettes subdivision – Precinct 4.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
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 Aggregate Grade 4, under IFB #26IFB41.
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 Invitation for Bid (IFB) Aggregate Grade 4, under IFB #26IFB41.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
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 authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for IFB O’Connor Dr Milling and Overlay, under IFB #26IFB42. 
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 Invitation for Bid (IFB) O’Connor Dr Milling and Overlay, under IFB #26IFB42.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Supplemental No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 to the Chandler Road at FM 1660 contract executed March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and Burns & McDonnell Engineering Company, Inc. relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Supplemental No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 to the Chandler Road at FM 1660 contract executed March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and Burns & McDonnell Engineering Company, Inc. relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
26.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Supplemental No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 2 to the Parmer Lane at SH 45 contract, dated September 12, 2023, between Williamson County and Alfred Benesch & Company relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Supplemental No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 2 to the Parmer Lane at SH 45 contract, dated September 12, 2023, between Williamson County and Alfred Benesch & Company relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Supplemental No. 9 to Work Authorization No. 5 to the Southeast Loop Phase 2 contract, dated March 13, 2017, between Williamson County and Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve Supplemental No. 9 to Work Authorization No. 5 to the Southeast Loop Phase 2 contract, dated March 13, 2017, between Williamson County and Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. relating to the 2019 Road Bond Program.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
28.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a proclamation designating April 2026 as National Donate Life Month and the week of April 19 - 25, 2026 as National Pediatric Transplant Week in Williamson County.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Kasie Marek of Georgetown
Kristin McGrath of Liberty Hill
 

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

Motion:To approve a proclamation designating April 2026 as National Donate Life Month and the week of April 19 - 25, 2026 as National Pediatric Transplant Week in Williamson County.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
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 action on recognizing the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter as a recipient for the Governors Criminal Justice Volunteer Service Award.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Animal Services Director Misty Valenta
 

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

Motion:To approve recognizing the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter as a recipient for the Governors Criminal Justice Volunteer Service Award.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
30.
Receive, review and discuss the 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the Popular Annual Financial Report.  Only if necessary, take action regarding the same.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
County Auditor Julie Kiley
Weaver and Tidwell Partner Rebecca Goldstein
 

No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the creation and funding of a Public Information Act Coordinator position within the Elections Department to assist with timely processing of public information requests and improve compliance with statutory deadlines. This position will handle intake, tracking, redacting, response coordination, and reporting for PIA requests, with emphasis on elections-related data and records.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Elections Administrator Bridgette Escobedo
County Attorney Dee Hobbs
 

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

Motion:To approve the creation and funding of a Public Information Act Coordinator position within the Elections Department to assist with timely processing of public information requests and improve compliance with statutory deadlines. This position will handle intake, tracking, redacting, response coordination, and reporting for PIA requests, with emphasis on elections-related data and records.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
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 a request by County Court at Law 2 to apply for an Adult Treatment Court Enhancement Grant offered by the Bureau of Justice Assistance to support the Williamson County DWI/Drug Court Program.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Specialty Court Administrator Tanya Kunz
County Auditor Julie Kiley
 

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

Motion:To approve a request by County Court at Law 2 to apply for an Adult Treatment Court Enhancement Grant offered by the Bureau of Justice Assistance to support the Williamson County DWI/Drug Court Program.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Nay:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Attachments:
 
33.
Discuss and take appropriate action on a request by County Court at Law 2 to apply for a Veterans Treatment Court Grant offered by the Bureau of Justice Assistance to support the Williamson County Veterans Treatment Court.
View Agenda Item
Those who addressed the Court:
Specialty Court Administrator Tanya Kunz
County Auditor Julie Kiley
 

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

Motion:To approve a request by County Court at Law 2 to apply for a Veterans Treatment Court Grant offered by the Bureau of Justice Assistance to support the Williamson County Veterans Treatment Court.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Nay:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Law Enforcement Support Office (LESO) application for participation and 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. 2576a.
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Deputy Sheriff Steve Rogers addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve the Law Enforcement Support Office (LESO) application for participation and 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. 2576a.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
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 regarding a blanket purchase 2026-204 of fuel services from Corpay, Inc. DBA FleetCor Technologies, Inc., for an amount not to exceed of $300,000.00, pursuant to Onmia Partners Cooperative Contract #R211101 and authorizing the purchase.
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Purchasing Agent Joy Simonton addressed the Court.
 

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

Motion:To approve a blanket purchase 2026-204 of fuel services from Corpay, Inc. DBA FleetCor Technologies, Inc., for an amount not to exceed of $300,000.00, pursuant to Onmia Partners Cooperative Contract #R211101 and authorize the purchase.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving proposed updates to the Purchasing Policy Manual.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve proposed updates to the Purchasing Policy Manual.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #25RFP38 to the highest scoring proposer, Herc Rentals, Inc. for As-Needed Equipment Rental Services for Williamson County and Partnering Agencies in the not-to-exceed amount of $250,000.00 and authorize execution of this agreement and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve awarding RFP #25RFP38 to the highest scoring proposer, Herc Rentals, Inc. for As-Needed Equipment Rental Services for Williamson County and Partnering Agencies in the not-to-exceed amount of $250,000.00 and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the engagement of the law firm of Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP to represent Williamson County in relation to Cause No. 26-0888-C425; Francibell Diaz Rincon v. Williamson County; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas; and exemption of these 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 Texas Local Government Code § 262.024(a)(4).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the engagement of the law firm of Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP to represent Williamson County in relation to Cause No. 26-0888-C425; Francibell Diaz Rincon v. Williamson County; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas; and exemption of these 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 Texas Local Government Code § 262.024(a)(4).

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
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 approving the engagement of the law firm of Sheets, Childs & Sandre, PLLC to represent Williamson County in relation to various aspects of real estate and eminent domain/condemnation law; counsel, advice, review and preparation of documents for matters related to County Road Bond, Road & Bridge Department, Department of Infrastructure, County Parks, and/or Long Range Transportation Plan programs and projects; economic development issues and consultation; and other necessary general matters as assigned by the County Judge, County Commissioners, Department Directors or Commissioners Court General Counsel’s Office and accepted by the firm; and exemption of these 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).
View Agenda Item
 

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

Motion:To approve the engagement of the law firm of Sheets, Childs & Sandre, PLLC to represent Williamson County in relation to various aspects of real estate and eminent domain/condemnation law; counsel, advice, review and preparation of documents for matters related to County Road Bond, Road & Bridge Department, Department of Infrastructure, County Parks, and/or Long Range Transportation Plan programs and projects; economic development issues and consultation; and other necessary general matters as assigned by the County Judge, County Commissioners, Department Directors or Commissioners Court General Counsel’s Office and accepted by the firm; and exemption of these 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:
County Judge Steven Snell
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 authorizing the Williamson County Judge to execute a Settlement Participation and Release Form regarding settlement offers from Associated Pharmacies, Inc. (and American Associated Pharmacies), JM Smith Corporation, Morris and Dickson Co., L.L.C., Louisiana Wholesale Drug Company, Inc., North Carolina Mutual Wholesale Drug Company, Inc., and United Natural Foods, Inc. (and SuperValu) [“Remnant Defendants”] in the matter of Texas opioid multi-district litigation for; Williamson County in the matter of County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, Inc., et al., MDL PRETRIAL CAUSE NO. 2018-63587, in the 152d District Court of Harris County, Texas; and direct the Williamson County Auditor to deposit the settlement funds in Williamson County's Opioid Fund.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion:To authorize the Williamson County Judge to execute a Settlement Participation and Release Form regarding settlement offers from Associated Pharmacies, Inc. (and American Associated Pharmacies), JM Smith Corporation, Morris and Dickson Co., L.L.C., Louisiana Wholesale Drug Company, Inc., North Carolina Mutual Wholesale Drug Company, Inc., and United Natural Foods, Inc. (and SuperValu) [“Remnant Defendants”] in the matter of Texas opioid multi-district litigation for; Williamson County in the matter of County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, Inc., et al., MDL PRETRIAL CAUSE NO. 2018-63587, in the 152d District Court of Harris County, Texas; and direct the Williamson County Auditor to deposit the settlement funds in Williamson County's Opioid Fund.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
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 consent to the assignment of Contract #25RFP40 between Williamson County and Tri-Point Refrigeration, Inc. (Assignor) to Silver State Refrigeration HVAC, LLC (Assignee), for as-needed Refrigeration Appliance Repairs and Maintenance Services for Facilities, originally approved by the Commissioners Court on July 22, 2025 (Agenda Item #54), and authorize execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve the assignment of Contract #25RFP40 between Williamson County and Tri-Point Refrigeration, Inc. (Assignor) to Silver State Refrigeration HVAC, LLC (Assignee), for as-needed Refrigeration Appliance Repairs and Maintenance Services for Facilities, originally approved by the Commissioners Court on July 22, 2025 (Agenda Item #54), and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
42.
Receive the April 2026 Road Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation.
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HNTB Director of Transportation Kate Wilder addressed the Court.
 

No action was taken on this item.

 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Supplemental No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 2 to the West Main Street contract executed March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and RS&H, Inc. relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve Supplemental No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 2 to the West Main Street contract executed March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and RS&H, Inc. relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
44.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 2 to the West Main Street contract executed March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and RS&H, Inc. relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 2 to the West Main Street contract executed March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and RS&H, Inc. relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a right of entry license agreement with CSM-Mason Family, LP for survey needs on the CR 175 project.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve a right of entry license agreement with CSM-Mason Family, LP for survey needs on the CR 175 project.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action accepting a donation deed from Sun City Georgetown Community Association, Inc. for 11.39 AC needed as parkland.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve accepting a donation deed from Sun City Georgetown Community Association, Inc. for 11.39 AC needed as parkland.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a rule 11 settlement agreement with Edgar Castro to acquire 0.599 AC needed as right of way on the Bagdad Rd. @ CR 279 project (Parcel 15).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve a rule 11 settlement agreement with Edgar Castro to acquire 0.599 AC needed as right of way on the Bagdad Rd. @ CR 279 project (Parcel 15).

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a rule 11 discovery agreement with Roy and Alice Kuchera and 121 Creekview Circle, LLC to acquire 2.977 AC, 0.008 AC, 0.236 AC, 0.01AC and 0.085 AC needed as right of way on the RM 2243 project (parcels 206.2 part 1, 206.2 part 2, 206D, 219 part 1 and 219 part 2).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve a rule 11 discovery agreement with Roy and Alice Kuchera and 121 Creekview Circle, LLC to acquire 2.977 AC, 0.008 AC, 0.236 AC, 0.01AC and 0.085 AC needed as right of way on the RM 2243 project (parcels 206.2 part 1, 206.2 part 2, 206D, 219 part 1 and 219 part 2).

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
49.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Savannah Prominent Cactus Rose Development, LLC to acquire 4.099 AC needed as right of way on the CR 305 project (Parcel 43).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Savannah Prominent Cactus Rose Development, LLC to acquire 4.099 AC needed as right of way on the CR 305 project (Parcel 43).

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
50.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Oncor and LCRA’s proposed Bell County East - Big Hill 765 KV Transmission Line Project, with such action including but, not limited to authorizing the filing as an intervenor with the Public Utilities Commission of Texas (PUCT Docket No. 59475) and submitting comments relating to the proposed Bell County East - Big Hill 765 KV Transmission Line Project.
This item was moved to Executive Session for attorney consultation.
General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Steven Snell 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion:To authorize the Williamson County Judge to file Williamson County as an intervenor with the Public Utilities Commission of Texas (PUCT Docket No. 59475) and submit comments relating to the proposed Bell County East - Big Hill 765 KV Transmission Line Project.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:30 A.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2026.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:35 A.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2026.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:38 A.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2026.
 
51.
Discuss the following real property matters pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.072:
a. Discuss potential sale of the Williamson County Hutto Annex located at 321 Ed Schmidt Boulevard, Hutto, Texas.
b. Discuss potential sale or lease of property located at 747 County Road 138, Hutto, Texas.
c. Discuss potential sale of approximately 98 acres located at Blue Springs Boulevard/Blue Ridge Drive, Georgetown, Texas.
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
52.
Discuss the following economic development negotiations pursuant to the Texas Government Code Section 551.087:
a. Project Venice
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
53.
Discuss the following pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and/or other confidential attorney-client legal matters pursuant to the Texas Government Code Section 551.071:
a. Cause No. 26-0888-C425; Francibell Diaz Rincon v. Williamson County; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
b. Cause No. 26-0657-C480; DKO Enterprises, LP, et al., v. Larry Gaddes in His Official Capacity as Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector; In the 480th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
c. Claim No. 040257-002621-AD-02 — a property damage claim by Pedernales Electric Cooperative for a Sheriff's Office incident occurring on or about September 17, 2025.
 

No action was taken in Executive Session.

 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:29 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2026.
 
54.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Claim No. 040257-002621-AD-02 — a property damage claim by Pedernales Electric Cooperative for a Sheriff's Office incident occurring on or about September 17, 2025.
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Motion by: County Judge Steven Snell 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion:To approve the terms of the Release and Indemnity Agreement with claimant Pedernales Electric Cooperative regarding Damage Claim Number 040257-002621-AD-02, including authorization of payment per the terms of the Agreement in the total amount of $9,564.94, and authorize the Commissioners Court’s presiding officer to execute settlement documents, if any, approved as to form by General Counsel and/or outside counsel.

Aye:
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
55.
Comments from Commissioners.
 

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles recognized that today is Aggie Muster Day, and encouraged everyone to be safe while driving in the rainy weather today.

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long encouraged everyone, especially those in the Jarrell area, to drive safely.

County Judge Steven Snell asked for prayers and assistance for a Sheriff's Deputy with four young children who lost his wife following a sudden pregnancy-related medical emergency.

 
56.
Public Comment Period for County Matters that are not on the Agenda.
 

Those who addressed the Court:
Vince Soll of Georgetown
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:32 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2026.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 28th_____ day of April, 2026.


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

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