MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
MAY 5, 2026
MAY 5, 2026
STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(
BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:33 A.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2026, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
- Present:
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- County Judge Steven Snell
- Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
- Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
- Absent:
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- Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
- Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
- Others Present:
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- 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:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Amy Schillerstrom of Georgetown
James Headrick of Georgetown
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion:To approve the minutes of the April 28, 2026 Commissioners Court Meeting.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
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 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To authorize the payment of:
May 5, 2026 Supplemental Funding Report $3,749,260.17
Summary of Additional Transactions $468,113.41
Grand Total $4,217,373.58
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.
May 5, 2026 Supplemental Funding Report $3,749,260.17
Summary of Additional Transactions $468,113.41
Grand Total $4,217,373.58
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 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
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 –25)
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the All District Courts budget.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve a line item transfer in the budget for All District Courts.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
| From | 0100-0435-004141 | Interpreters | $15,000.00 |
| To | 0100-0435-004162 | Custodial Mother-Crt Appt Atty | $15,000.00 |
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line-item transfer for Justice of the Peace 4.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve a line-item transfer for Justice of the Peace 4.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
| From | 0100-0454-003010 | Computer Equipment < $5,000 | $3,100.32 |
| To | 0100-0454-001107 | Temporary Labor-Seasonal Help | $2,880.00 |
| To | 0100-0454-002010 | FICA | $220.32 |
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line-item transfer for Juvenile Services.
This item was moved to the Regular Agenda.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: County Judge Steven Snell
Motion:To approve a line-item transfer for Juvenile Services as amended.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
| From | 0100-0576-004106 | Counseling Services | $25,000.00 |
| To | 0100-0576-003317 | Dental | $25,000.00 |
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.
Those who addressed the Court:
Human Resources Director Allen Frederick
Budget Officer Ashlie Holladay
This item was moved to the Regular Agenda.
No action was taken on this item.
7.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging the purchasing department's monthly report of asset disposition through auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government code 263-152, for the period of April 01, 2026, through April 27, 2026.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve the purchasing department's monthly report of asset disposition through auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government code 263-152, for the period of April 01, 2026, through April 27, 2026.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to acknowledge the Purchasing Department's monthly report on asset dispositions through destruction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, from April 01, 2026, through April 27, 2026.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve the Purchasing Department's monthly report on asset dispositions through destruction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, from April 01, 2026, through April 27, 2026.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the appointment of JJ Roohms, P.E. as Williamson County's Alternate Voting member to the Campo Technical Advisory Committee.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve the appointment of JJ Roohms, P.E. as Williamson County's Alternate Voting member to the Campo Technical Advisory Committee.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Moving Services Contract #2026-212 with Central Transportation Systems, Inc. in the amount of $12,600.00 for election equipment moving services utilizing cooperative contract #TXMAS-22-96201, and authorizing the execution of the contract.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Moving Services Contract #2026-212 with Central Transportation Systems, Inc. in the amount of $12,600.00 for election equipment moving services utilizing cooperative contract #TXMAS-22-96201, and authorize the execution of the contract.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Moving Services Contract #2026-213 between Williamson County and Central Transportation Systems, Inc. in the amount of $18,000.00 for election equipment moving services pursuant to Cooperative contract #TXMAS 22-96201 and authorizing the execution of this contract.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Moving Services Contract #2026-213 between Williamson County and Central Transportation Systems, Inc. in the amount of $18,000.00 for election equipment moving services pursuant to Cooperative contract #TXMAS 22-96201 and authorize the execution of this contract.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with The Grove Church in Liberty Hill for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective May 5, 2026.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with The Grove Church in Liberty Hill for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective May 5, 2026.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Goods and Services Contract #2026-214 between Williamson County and Netsync Network Solutions Inc. for a wireless radio frequency (RF) assessment and installation of access points to support reliable connectivity at the Justice Center in the amount of $7,452.00 and authorizing the execution of the service contract.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Goods and Services Contract #2026-214 between Williamson County and Netsync Network Solutions Inc. for a wireless radio frequency (RF) assessment and installation of access points to support reliable connectivity at the Justice Center in the amount of $7,452.00 and authorize the execution of the service contract.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Goods and Services Contract #2026-206 with Netsync Network Solutions, Inc. for the Wireless Network Configuration and Validation Services at the New Williamson County Administration Building, located at 1848 Texas Trail, Georgetown, TX 78626, in the amount of $19,410.00, in accordance with the DIR Cooperative Contract #DIR-CPO-4866, and approving the execution of the agreement.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Goods and Services Contract #2026-206 with Netsync Network Solutions, Inc. for the Wireless Network Configuration and Validation Services at the New Williamson County Administration Building, located at 1848 Texas Trail, Georgetown, TX 78626, in the amount of $19,410.00, in accordance with the DIR Cooperative Contract #DIR-CPO-4866, and authorize the execution of the agreement.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Services and Goods Contract No. 2026-211 for Front Exit Gate Repair at Southwest Regional Park with Falkenberg Construction Co, Inc. for Parks Department in the amount of $14,901.13 pursuant to BuyBoard Co-Op contract #728-24, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Services and Goods Contract No. 2026-211 for Front Exit Gate Repair at Southwest Regional Park with Falkenberg Construction Co, Inc. for Parks Department in the amount of $14,901.13 pursuant to BuyBoard Co-Op contract #728-24, and authorize the execution of the agreement.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Landscape Maintenance Services for Williamson County, as needed under RFP #26RFP44.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Landscape Maintenance Services for Williamson County, as needed under RFP #26RFP44.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $2,142.00 for the SWRP HQ LED Lighting Upgrade with Allied Electric Services, Inc.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $2,142.00 for the SWRP HQ LED Lighting Upgrade with Allied Electric Services, Inc.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Agreement for Architectural & Engineering Services between Williamson County and DBR Engineering Consultants, Inc., being dated February 26th, 2026, for the Expo Hall HVAC Refurbishment.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Agreement for Architectural & Engineering Services between Williamson County and DBR Engineering Consultants, Inc., being dated February 26th, 2026, for the Expo Hall HVAC Refurbishment.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc. for the River Ranch Driveway & Trail Pave project to extend time only, which was approved by Williamson County Project Manager, Daryl Mutz, pursuant to the Commissioners Court’s prior delegation of change order approval authority pursuant to Loc. Gov’t Code Sec. 262.031.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Change Order 1 (Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc.) for the River Ranch Driveway & Trail Pave project to extend time only, which was approved by Williamson County Project Manager, Daryl Mutz, pursuant to the Commissioners Court’s prior delegation of change order approval authority pursuant to Loc. Gov’t Code Sec. 262.031.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Dickinson Ranch subdivision, with the condition that any final plat for the subdivision shall fully comply with the requirements of Appendix F1.3 of the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations, as well as the Drought Contingency Plan approved by Williamson County MUD No. 56 – Precinct 2.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve the preliminary plat for the Dickinson Ranch subdivision, with the condition that any final plat for the subdivision shall fully comply with the requirements of Appendix F1.3 of the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations, as well as the Drought Contingency Plan approved by Williamson County MUD No. 56 – Precinct 2.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the revised preliminary plat for the Eureka Mills subdivision (revision 1) – Precinct 4.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve the revised preliminary plat for the Eureka Mills subdivision (revision 1) – Precinct 4.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the 4815 FM 3405 private subdivision – Precinct 3.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve the preliminary plat for the 4815 FM 3405 private subdivision – Precinct 3.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on ratifying and approving the preliminary plat for the Kurio Estate subdivision – Precinct 4.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve the preliminary plat for the Kurio Estate subdivision – Precinct 4.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Supplemental No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 to the RM 620/SH 45 Extension to McNeil Rd (Robinson Ranch Rd) contract executed on February 12, 2025, between Williamson County and HDR Engineering, Inc. relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Supplemental No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 to the RM 620/SH 45 Extension to McNeil Rd (Robinson Ranch Rd) contract executed on February 12, 2025, between Williamson County and HDR Engineering, Inc. relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Supplemental No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 7 to the Southeast Loop Phase 2 PS&E contract executed on March 13, 2017, between Williamson County and Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Supplemental No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 7 to the Southeast Loop Phase 2 PS&E contract executed on March 13, 2017, between Williamson County and Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
REGULAR AGENDA
26.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a proclamation designating May 4 - 8, 2026 as Air Quality Awareness Week in Williamson County.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion:To approve a proclamation designating May 4 - 8, 2026 as Air Quality Awareness Week in Williamson County.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Proclamation recognizing May 3-9, 2026 as National Correctional Officers Week.
Motion by: County Judge Steven Snell
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion:To approve a Proclamation recognizing May 3-9, 2026 as National Correctional Officers Week.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing the Tax Assessor/Collector's office as the recipient of the Gold Level award for their participation in the Performance Quality Recognition Program of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
Those who addressed the Court:
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) Executive Director Daniel Avitia
TxDMV Vehicle Titles and Registration Division Director Annette Quintero
Tax Assessor-Collector Larry Gaddes
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:to recognize the Tax Assessor/Collector's office as the recipient of the Gold Level award for their participation in the Performance Quality Recognition Program of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Service and Goods Contract #2026-215 with GTS Technology Solutions, Inc for the purchase of 37 Panasonic FZ-55 Toughbooks for the Criminal Investigation Division in the Williamson County Sheriff's Department, in the amount of $174, 095.36, pursuant to DIR Cooperative Contract #DIR-CPO-5225, and authorizing execution of the purchase.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion:To approve Service and Goods Contract #2026-215 with GTS Technology Solutions, Inc for the purchase of 37 Panasonic FZ-55 Toughbooks for the Criminal Investigation Division in the Williamson County Sheriff's Department, in the amount of $174, 095.36, pursuant to DIR Cooperative Contract #DIR-CPO-5225, and authorizing execution of the purchase.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve Amendment No. 2 to the Master Services Agreement between Williamson County and SoftwareOne, Inc. in the
amount of $7,995.00 for
additional Microsoft Azure licenses for Public Safety and authorize execution of the amendment, as previously approved by Commissioners Court under Agenda Item No. 57 on January 27, 2026.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Amendment No. 2 to the Master Services Agreement between Williamson County and SoftwareOne, Inc. in the amount of $7,995.00 for additional Microsoft Azure licenses for Public Safety and authorize execution of the amendment, as previously approved by Commissioners Court under Agenda Item No. 57 on January 27, 2026.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
31.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Agreement #2026-216 with GTS Technology Solutions, Inc. for Staff Augmentation of a Program Manager Level III, for the Information Systems Department, in the not-to-exceed amount of $201,500.00 for an estimated 1300 hours, in accordance with DIR Cooperative Contract #DIR-CPO-5721, and authorize the execution of the agreement.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Agreement #2026-216 with GTS Technology Solutions, Inc. for Staff Augmentation of a Program Manager Level III, for the Information Systems Department, in the not-to-exceed amount of $201,500.00 for an estimated 1300 hours, in accordance with DIR Cooperative Contract #DIR-CPO-5721, and authorize the execution of the agreement.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
32.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve a Second Amendment to Contract No. 2025111 between Williamson County and Berry Dunn under TIPS Contract No. 230601 to increase hours for proposal review and preparation of the Proposal Summary Memo for the Enterprise Asset Management System Selection Project in the amount of $8,210.00, as previously approved by Commissioners Court on February 4, 2025, Agenda Item No. 30, and authorize execution of the amendment.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion:To approve a Second Amendment to Contract No. 2025111 between Williamson County and Berry Dunn under TIPS Contract No. 230601 to increase hours for proposal review and preparation of the Proposal Summary Memo for the Enterprise Asset Management System Selection Project in the amount of $8,210.00, as previously approved by Commissioners Court on February 4, 2025, Agenda Item No. 30, and authorize execution of the amendment.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action ratifying the filing of a Motion for Rehearing and, if necessary, approve the future filing of an Appeal in relation to Williamson County’s formal protest and request for a contested case hearing to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality relating to a petition for the creation of Williamson County MUD No. 69 (TCEQ Docket No. 2026-0180-DIS/ICN No. D-08082025-010).
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion:To ratify the filing of a Motion for Rehearing and, if necessary, approve the future filing of an Appeal in relation to Williamson County’s formal protest and request for a contested case hearing to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality relating to a petition for the creation of Williamson County MUD No. 69 (TCEQ Docket No. 2026-0180-DIS/ICN No. D-08082025-010).
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
34.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action approving the filing of a Motion for Rehearing and, if necessary, the filing of a future Appeal in relation to Williamson County’s formal protest and request for a contested case hearing to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality relating to a petition for the creation of Williamson County MUD No. 67 (TCEQ Internal Control No. D-07152025-032/CN: 606406957/RN: 112248935).
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve the filing of a Motion for Rehearing and, if necessary, the filing of a future Appeal in relation to Williamson County’s formal protest and request for a contested case hearing to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality relating to a petition for the creation of Williamson County MUD No. 67 (TCEQ Internal Control No. D-07152025-032/CN: 606406957/RN: 112248935).
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the First Amendment to Contract # 23RFP9 between Williamson County and Compass Group USA Inc, approved by the Commissioners Court on the March 21, 2023, agenda item 65 for the county’s vending services to add two (2) new locations and authorize execution of the amended agreement.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve the First Amendment to Contract # 23RFP9 between Williamson County and Compass Group USA Inc, approved by the Commissioners Court on the March 21, 2023, agenda item 65 for the county’s vending services to add two (2) new locations and authorize execution of the amended agreement.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB# 26IFB27 East Wilco Hwy Seg 2 Phase 1 Intersections Project to Jordan Foster Construction LLC for Road Bond Program for a one-time purchase in the amount of $6,962,574.34 and authorize execution of this agreement, contingent upon TxDOT concurrence. The funding source is P739.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve awarding IFB# 26IFB27 East Wilco Hwy Seg 2 Phase 1 Intersections Project to Jordan Foster Construction LLC for Road Bond Program for a one-time purchase in the amount of $6,962,574.34 and authorize execution of this agreement, contingent upon TxDOT concurrence to be funded by P739.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the first one-year renewal of Contract No. 25IFB61 between Williamson County and Texas Materials Group, Inc. for the same price and terms for the Road and Bridge Department, approved by Commissioners Court on August 12, 2025, Agenda Item # 50, and authorize execution of the renewal.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve the first one-year renewal of Contract No. 25IFB61 between Williamson County and Texas Materials Group, Inc. for the same price and terms for the Road and Bridge Department, approved by Commissioners Court on August 12, 2025, Agenda Item #50, and authorize execution of the renewal.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
38.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Supplemental No. 4 to Work Authorization No. 1 to the SH 195 at Ronald Reagan Boulevard contract executed March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and Pape-Dawson Consulting Engineers, LLC relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Supplemental No. 4 to Work Authorization No. 1 to the SH 195 at Ronald Reagan Boulevard contract executed March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and Pape-Dawson Consulting Engineers, LLC relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No. 3 to the SH 195 at Ronald Reagan Boulevard contract executed March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and Pape-Dawson Consulting Engineers, LLC relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 3 to the SH 195 at Ronald Reagan Boulevard contract executed March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and Pape-Dawson Consulting Engineers, LLC relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
40.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a claim with Avatt Services, Inc. for actual moving expenses related to the right of way acquisition for the Seward Junction NE Loop roadway improvement project. (Parcel 7).
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve a claim with Avatt Services, Inc. for actual moving expenses related to the right of way acquisition for the Seward Junction NE Loop roadway improvement project. (Parcel 7).
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
41.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a letter agreement with Frinn Investments, LLC to acquire 0.0116 AC needed as right of way on the Salt Lake, Brook and Front St. project (Parcel 4).
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve a letter agreement with Frinn Investments, LLC to acquire 0.0116 AC needed as right of way on the Salt Lake, Brook and Front St. project (Parcel 4).
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
42.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreed Final Judgment with Sonwest Co., et al to acquire 0.4078 AC needed as right of way and 0.0098 AC needed as a utility easement for the CR 314 project. (Parcel 29 & 29E).
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve an Agreed Final Judgment with Sonwest Co., et al to acquire 0.4078 AC needed as right of way and 0.0098 AC needed as a utility easement for the CR 314 project. (Parcel 29 & 29E).
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on 2 Agreed Final Judgments with Heroway Crossing, LLC to acquire 2.982 AC for right of way, 0.146 AC for a drainage easement and 0.200 AC for an electric easement needed on the RM 2243 roadway project (parcels 326, 326DE ad 326PEC).
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve two Agreed Final Judgments with Heroway Crossing, LLC to acquire 2.982 AC for right of way, 0.146 AC for a drainage easement and 0.200 AC for an electric easement needed on the RM 2243 roadway project (parcels 326, 326DE and 326PEC).
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
44.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Right of Way Deed for 0.0058 AC and a Public Utility Easement for 0.0174 AC to the City of Hutto for the CR 199 project.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve a Right of Way Deed for 0.0058 AC and a Public Utility Easement for 0.0174 AC to the City of Hutto for the CR 199 project.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Johnny L. Mekolik, Angeline E. Mekolik Patrick, Monica R. Mekolik, Katherine M. Mekolik Authier and Patrick M. Mekolik to acquire 25.220 AC needed as right of way on the Corridor B project.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Johnny L. Mekolik, Angeline E. Mekolik Patrick, Monica R. Mekolik, Katherine M. Mekolik Authier and Patrick M. Mekolik to acquire 25.220 AC needed as right of way on the Corridor B project.
- Aye:
-
County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Other:
-
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles (Absent)
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:23 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2026.
46.
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.
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.
Those who addressed the Court:
Amy Schillerstrom of Georgetown
James Headrick of Georgetown
James Headrick of Georgetown
No action was taken in Executive Session.
47.
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. Discuss legal matters relating to Cause No. 25-1280-C26; Blake Sanabria and Lacey Sanabria, individually and as next friend of Finley Sanabria, minor v. Brian Paul Gripentrog, Jr. and Williamson County, In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
b. Discuss legal matters relating to Oncor and LCRA’s proposed Bell County East - Big Hill 765 KV Transmission Line Project (PUCT Docket No. 59475).
c. Discuss legal matters relating to Cause No. 25-1798-C26, Derrick Smith v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
a. Discuss legal matters relating to Cause No. 25-1280-C26; Blake Sanabria and Lacey Sanabria, individually and as next friend of Finley Sanabria, minor v. Brian Paul Gripentrog, Jr. and Williamson County, In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
b. Discuss legal matters relating to Oncor and LCRA’s proposed Bell County East - Big Hill 765 KV Transmission Line Project (PUCT Docket No. 59475).
No action was taken in Executive Session.
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:58 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2026.
48.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Cause No. 25-1280-C26; Blake Sanabria and Lacey Sanabria, individually and as next friend of Finley Sanabria, minor v. Brian Paul Gripentrog, Jr. and Williamson County; In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
No action was taken on this item.
49.
Comments from Commissioners.
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey welcomed Isabel Crist, who married her son Josh on Sunday, to the Covey family.
50.
Public Comment Period for County Matters that are not on the Agenda.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Wyatt Wheeler of Georgetown
James Headrick of Georgetown
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 10:58 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2026.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 12th day of May, 2026.
ATTEST: Nancy E. Rister, Clerk of Commissioners Court, Williamson County, Texas
By: Bill Fairbrother, Chief Deputy/Executive Assistant to County Clerk
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 12th day of May, 2026.
ATTEST: Nancy E. Rister, Clerk of Commissioners Court, Williamson County, Texas
By: Bill Fairbrother, Chief Deputy/Executive Assistant to County Clerk