MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
MAY 12, 2026
MAY 12, 2026
STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(
BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:36 A.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 12, 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 2 Cynthia Long
- Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
- Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
- County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
- 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:
Courtney Cross of Georgetown
James Headrick of Georgetown
Wyatt Wheeler of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Ed State of Georgetown
Jason Blue of Georgetown
Matthew Grow of Georgetown
Stephanie Tippets of Georgetown
Debora Arnold of Georgetown
BJ Nelson of Georgetown
John Gamez of Georgetown
Abigail Brock of Georgetown
Margaret Smith of Georgetown
James Headrick of Georgetown
Wyatt Wheeler of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Ed State of Georgetown
Jason Blue of Georgetown
Matthew Grow of Georgetown
Stephanie Tippets of Georgetown
Debora Arnold of Georgetown
BJ Nelson of Georgetown
John Gamez of Georgetown
Abigail Brock of Georgetown
Margaret Smith 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 May 5, 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:
May 12, 2026 Supplemental Funding Report $4,162,577.65
Summary of Additional Transactions $5,766,666.98
Grand Total $9,929,244.63
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 12, 2026 Supplemental Funding Report $4,162,577.65
Summary of Additional Transactions $5,766,666.98
Grand Total $9,929,244.63
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
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)
3.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line-item transfer for the Constable PCT 1 office.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve a line-item transfer for Constable Precinct 1.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
| From | 0100-0551-003005 | Office Furniture <$5,000 | $2,698.30 |
| To | 0100-0551-001114 | Certifications | $2,200.00 |
| To | 0100-0551-002010 | FICA | $168.30 |
| To | 0100-0551-002020 | Retirement | $330.00 |
- 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 a line item transfer for Elections.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Elections.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
| From | 0100-0492-003005 | Office Furniture < $5,000 | $13,064.31 |
| From | 0100-0492-004311 | Advertising-General | $1,000.00 |
| From | 0100-0492-004610 | Rent | $10,504.50 |
| From | 0100-0492-005742 | Voting Equipment > $5,000 | $70,950.00 |
| From | 0100-0409-004413 | Personal Liability Insurance | $209,744.64 |
| To | 0100-0492-001150 | Election Judges/Clerks | $39,488.11 |
| To | 0100-0492-002010 | FICA | $3,021.25 |
| To | 0100-0492-002020 | Retirement | $6,337.85 |
| To | 0100-004100 | Professional Services | $241,494.49 |
| To | 0100-0492-004231 | Travel | $14,921.75 |
- 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
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line-item transfer for the Elections Department.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve a line-item transfer for Elections.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
| From | 0100-0492-004350 | Printed Material & Binding | $2,180.60 |
| To | 0100-0492-001110 | Overtime | $1,777.90 |
| To | 0100-0492-002010 | FICA | $136.01 |
| To | 0100-0492-002020 | Retirement | $266.69 |
- 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
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Facilities.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
| From | 0100-0509-004210 | Internet/Email Services | $5,870.58 |
| From | 0100-0509-004962 | Janitorial Services | $300,000.00 |
| To | 0100-0509-004510 | Facility Maint & Repair | $304,870.58 |
| To | 0100-0509-004232 | Training & Conferences | $1,000.00 |
- 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
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Technology Services.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Technology Services.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
| From | 0100-0503-003011 | Computer Software < $5,000 | $10,000.00 |
| To | 0100-0503-004541 | Vehicle Repairs and Maint | $10,000.00 |
- 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
8.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line-item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve a line-item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
| From | 0200-0210-005730 | Radio Equipment > $5k | $40,000.00 |
| To | 0200-0210-004991 | Landfill | $40,000.00 |
- 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
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to acknowledge line item transfers of $1,000 or less completed by the County Auditor during January 2025 to March 2026 (FY26 2nd Quarter).
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve the line item transfers of $1,000 or less completed by the County Auditor during January 2025 to March 2026 (FY26 2nd Quarter).
- 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 appropriate action to approve waiving penalty and interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve waiving penalty and interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.
- 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 approving compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.
This item was moved to the Regular Agenda.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
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:
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers, specific to the Juvenile Services department.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers, specific to the Juvenile Services department.
- 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 an order declaring an emergency and grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenue for Veteran Services Donations.
This item was pulled from the agenda.
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, April 2026 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve Justice of the Peace Pct. 1, April 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:
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, April 2026 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve Justice of the Peace Pct. 4, April 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:
16.
Discuss, consider and take action on Subrecipient Agreement between Williamson County and The Georgetown Project for Community Development Block Grant funding.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve a Subrecipient Agreement between Williamson County and The Georgetown Project for Community Development Block Grant funding.
- 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:
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to execute the General and No Litigation Certificates of Williamson County with respect to the proposed issuance by the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation of its tax-exempt obligations for the Redwood Apartments project, to be issued in one or more series in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $49,000,000.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To authorize the County Judge to execute the General and No Litigation Certificates of Williamson County with respect to the proposed issuance by the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation of its tax-exempt obligations for the Redwood Apartments project, to be issued in one or more series in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $49,000,000.00.
- 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
Attachments:
18.
Discuss, consider, and take action to acknowledge the Williamson County Sheriff’s award of Commissary Services and Trust Accounting Agreement to Keefe Commissary Network, LLC, pursuant to Local Government Code §351.0415.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve the Williamson County Sheriff’s award of Commissary Services and Trust Accounting Agreement to Keefe Commissary Network, LLC, pursuant to Local Government Code §351.0415.
- 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:
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on accepting a donation to Williamson County Juvenile Services from Laureate IOTA KAPPA of Round Rock in the amount of $500.00 to use for supplies for youth(s) in our care.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To accept a donation to Williamson County Juvenile Services from Laureate IOTA KAPPA of Round Rock in the amount of $500.00 to use for supplies for youth(s) in our care.
- 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 on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive competitive sealed proposals from contractors for Job Order Contracting General Contractor under #26RFCSP49 and approving, in the public interest, assigning the price criteria a weighted value of not less than 36.9 percent of the total weighted value of all selection criteria.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive competitive sealed proposals from contractors for Job Order Contracting General Contractor under #26RFCSP49 and approving, in the public interest, assigning the price criteria a weighted value of not less than 36.9 percent of the total weighted value of all selection criteria.
- 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 rejecting competitive sealed proposals submitted on RFCSP #26RFCSP23 for Justice Complex - Chiller Plant Upgrades due to funding shortfall for Facilities Management.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve rejecting competitive sealed proposals submitted on RFCSP #26RFCSP23 for Justice Complex - Chiller Plant Upgrades due to funding shortfall for Facilities Management.
- 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
22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFSQ # 26RFSQ28 Planner, Landscape Architecture, Architecture & Engineer (PLAE) Pool to the recommended firms, as a pool, herein for a period of two (2) years on an as-needed basis.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve awarding RFSQ # 26RFSQ28 Planner, Landscape Architecture, Architecture & Engineer (PLAE) Pool to the recommended firms, as a pool, herein for a period of two (2) years on an as-needed basis.
- 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
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the replat for the Park at Blackhawk IV Phase 1, Lot 1, Block K subdivision – Precinct 4.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve the replat for the Park at Blackhawk IV Phase 1, Lot 1, Block K 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:
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No. 2 to the CR 214 contract executed on March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and Freese & Nichols, Inc. relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve Work Authorization No. 2 to the CR 214 contract executed on March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and Freese & Nichols, 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
REGULAR AGENDA
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a proclamation recognizing the month of May as "Mental Health Awareness Month".
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Commissioner Precinct 2 Executive Assistant Kathy Pierce
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
Commissioner Precinct 2 Executive Assistant Kathy Pierce
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion:To approve a proclamation recognizing the month of May as "Mental Health Awareness Month".
- 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:
26.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a proclamation recognizing the month of May as "ALS Awareness Month".
Those who addressed the Court:
Ainsley Burnett of Hays County
Scotty Brown of Liberty Hill
Ainsley Burnett of Hays County
Scotty Brown of Liberty Hill
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion:To approve a proclamation recognizing the month of May as "ALS Awareness Month".
- 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:
27.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Proclamation recognizing May 10-16, 2026 as National Police Week.
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Motion by: County Judge Steven Snell
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion:To approve a Proclamation recognizing May 10-16, 2026 as "National Police Week".
- 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:
28.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on mid year changes to the FY2026 Employee Policy Manual.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve mid year changes to the FY2026 Employee 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:
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Jail.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve a line item transfer for the Jail.
Fiscal Impact
| From/To | Acct No. | Description | Amount |
| From | 0100-0570-004414 | Vehicle Insurance | $9,571.15 |
| From | 0100-0570-004850 | RCS Radio Fees | $15,214.56 |
| From | 0100-0570-005700 | Vehicles >$5,000 | $22,960.58 |
| From | 0100-0541-000999 | Trsf to Grants Fund | $750,000.00 |
| From | 0100-0409-004413 | Personal Liability Insurance | $43,899.71 |
| To | 0100-0570-003306 | Food Service | $126,676.00 |
| To | 0100-0570-003307 | Pharmaceuticals | $355,159.00 |
| To | 0100-0570-003316 | Medical/Hospital | $359,811.00 |
- 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
30.
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. 26-1117-C512; Fabian Gonzalez Moncada v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 512th 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).
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Second by: County Judge Steven Snell
Motion:To approve the engagement of the law firm of Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP to represent Williamson County in relation to Cause No. 26-1117-C512; Fabian Gonzalez Moncada v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 512th 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:
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on future planning for the use of the Historic Courthouse and designation of the County Judge as liaison for the Commissioners Court in relation to such planning activities.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Motion:To approve the designation of the County Judge as liaison for the Commissioners Court in relation to future planning for the use of the Historic Courthouse.
- 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
32.
Receive a status update and presentation for Facilities Management Department Projects.
Senior Director of Facilities Dale Butler addressed the Court.
No action was taken on this item.
33.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the addendum for $15,000.00, per MSA 2026-029, originally approved by the Commissioners Court on October 14, 2025, under Agenda Item #18, between Williamson County and Iris Group Holding, LLC d/b/a Everon, LLC Solutions for Intrusion System Monitoring Services for the addresses noted on the contract, and authorize the execution of the agreement.
Those who addressed the Court:
Chief Information Officer Richard Semple
Senior Director of Facilities Dale Butler
Chief Information Officer Richard Semple
Senior Director of Facilities Dale Butler
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Motion:To approve the addendum for $15,000.00, per MSA 2026-029, originally approved by the Commissioners Court on October 14, 2025, under Agenda Item #18, between Williamson County and Iris Group Holding, LLC d/b/a Everon, LLC Solutions for Intrusion System Monitoring Services for the addresses noted on the contract, and authorize the 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
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization 7 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Gray Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated June 2, 2022, for Design Engineering Services for Small Drainage and Small Roadway Projects.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve Work Authorization 7 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Gray Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated June 2, 2022, for Design Engineering Services for Small Drainage and Small Roadway Projects.
- 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
35.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve a resolution committing to a goal of zero roadway fatalities and authorizing application for the safe streets and roads for all (SS4A) grant. The SS4A grant application is a joint application by Williamson County and Partner Agencies (City of Cedar Park, City of Liberty Hill, City of Hutto) for potential SS4A Implementation grant funding. The anticipated project cost is approximately $22M, which includes a $17.5M (80%) request for federal funds and a $4.5M (20%) local match. Williamson County’s will be responsible for $3M of the local match and the Partner Agencies will be responsible for $1.5M. The source of Williamson County funds will be from the Road and Bridge Division budget.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve a resolution committing to a goal of zero roadway fatalities and authorize application for the safe streets and roads for all (SS4A) grant. The SS4A grant application is a joint application by Williamson County and Partner Agencies (City of Cedar Park, City of Liberty Hill, City of Hutto) for potential SS4A Implementation grant funding. The anticipated project cost is approximately $22M, which includes a $17.5M (80%) request for federal funds and a $4.5M (20%) local match. Williamson County’s will be responsible for $3M of the local match and the Partner Agencies will be responsible for $1.5M. The source of Williamson County funds will be from the Road and Bridge Division 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:
36.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Renewal #1 for Contract #25IFB61 between Williamson County and Lone Star Paving for asphalt mixes, this renewal will be based on the same pricing and terms as the original agreement approved by the Commissioners Court on August 12, 2025, Item # 49, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve Renewal #1 for Contract #25IFB61 between Williamson County and Lone Star Paving for asphalt mixes, based on the same pricing and terms as the original agreement approved by the Commissioners Court on August 12, 2025, Item # 49, 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
37.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Renewal # 1 for Contract #25IFB29 between Williamson County and Pathmark Traffic Equipment LLC for Signs and Markers for Road and Bridge Dept., this renewal will be based on the same pricing and terms as the original agreement, approved by the Commissioners Court on June 17 2025 Item # 44, and authorizing execution of the agreement.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve Renewal # 1 for Contract #25IFB29 between Williamson County and Pathmark Traffic Equipment LLC for Signs and Markers for Road and Bridge Dept., based on the same pricing and terms as the original agreement, approved by the Commissioners Court on June 17, 2025 Item #44, and authorize execution of the agreement.
- Aye:
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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 Contract Amendment No. 2 to the Bartlett Streets contract executed March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and IEA, Inc. relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No. 2 to the Bartlett Streets contract executed March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and IEA, Inc. relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.
- Aye:
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County Judge Steven Snell
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
39.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Supplemental No. 5 to Work Authorization No. 1 to the Bartlet Streets contract executed March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and IEA, Inc. relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve Supplemental No. 5 to Work Authorization No. 1 to the Bartlett Streets contract executed March 19, 2024, between Williamson County and IEA, Inc. relating to the 2023 Road Bond Program.
- Aye:
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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 a real estate contract with Emanuelle Resto, Charlotte Lynn Resto-Mafnas and Alejandro Resto to acquire 1.038 AC and 0.0956 AC needed as right of way for the future Corridor J roadway project.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Emanuelle Resto, Charlotte Lynn Resto-Mafnas and Alejandro Resto to acquire 1.038 AC and 0.0956 AC needed as right of way for the future Corridor J roadway project.
- Aye:
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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 a real estate contract with Manuel Resto-Camacho and Ana R. Resto as trustees of the Manuel Resto-Camacho and Ana R. Resto living trust, dated July 8, 2022 to acquire 0.0946 AC needed as right of way for the future Corridor J roadway project.
Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Manuel Resto-Camacho and Ana R. Resto as trustees of the Manuel Resto-Camacho and Ana R. Resto living trust, dated July 8, 2022 to acquire 0.0946 AC needed as right of way for the future Corridor J roadway project.
- Aye:
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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.
1:00 PM Hear a presentation, discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on countywide interim plans, including, but not limited to those related to the Justice Complex.
Those who addressed the Court:
County Manager Rebecca Clemons
Sheriff Matt Lindemann
District Attorney Shawn Dick
Courtney Cross of Georgetown
James Headrick of Georgetown
Jason Blue of Georgetown
Matthew Grow of Georgetown
County Manager Rebecca Clemons
Sheriff Matt Lindemann
District Attorney Shawn Dick
Courtney Cross of Georgetown
James Headrick of Georgetown
Jason Blue of Georgetown
Matthew Grow of Georgetown
No action was taken on this item.
43.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to update, allocate, and approve projects, real property purchases, and budgets from the 2026 Capital Improvement Program remaining balance and other possible sources of funds.
This item was pulled from the agenda.
44.
Consideration and possible action with respect to an Order Authorizing The Issuance Of Williamson County, Texas Limited Tax Notes In One Or More Series In An Aggregate Amount Not To Exceed $135,000,000; Levying An Ad Valorem Tax In Support Of The Notes; Approving Paying Agent/Registrar Agreements, Official Statements And Purchase Agreements; Establishing The Procedures For Selling And Delivering One Or More Series Of The Notes; And Authorizing Other Matters Relating To The Notes
Those who addressed the Court:
Courtney Cross of Georgetown
James Headrick of Georgetown
Wyatt Wheeler of Georgetown
Ed Stade of Georgetown
Stephanie Tippets of Georgetown
Debora Arnold of Georgetown
BJ Nelson of Georgetown
Courtney Cross of Georgetown
James Headrick of Georgetown
Wyatt Wheeler of Georgetown
Ed Stade of Georgetown
Stephanie Tippets of Georgetown
Debora Arnold of Georgetown
BJ Nelson of Georgetown
This item was pulled from the agenda.
Attachments:
45.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve a resolution authorizing the County Judge to execute certificates expressing official intent to reimburse costs associated with judicial facilities and jail including the acquisition of land for the future Justice Complex from 2026 TAN proceeds.
Those who addressed the Court:
Courtney Cross of Georgetown
James Headrick of Georgetown
Wyatt Wheeler of Georgetown
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Ed Stade of Georgetown
John Gamez of Georgetown
Abigail Brock of Georgetown
Margaret Smith of Georgetown
Courtney Cross of Georgetown
James Headrick of Georgetown
Wyatt Wheeler of Georgetown
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Ed Stade of Georgetown
John Gamez of Georgetown
Abigail Brock of Georgetown
Margaret Smith of Georgetown
This item was pulled from the agenda.
Attachments:
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:26 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 12, 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.
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 Cause No. 26-1117-C512; Fabian Gonzalez Moncada v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 512th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
c. Discuss legal matters pertaining to the terms, conditions, contractual rights, contractual obligations, scope of services and subconsultants of the Agreement for Program Management Services between Williamson County and Kitchell/CEM, Inc. for the Justice Complex Planning & Development Project.
d. Discuss legal matters relating to Oncor and LCRA’s proposed Bell County East - Big Hill 765 KV Transmission Line Project (PUCT Docket No. 59475).
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 Cause No. 26-1117-C512; Fabian Gonzalez Moncada v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 512th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
c. Discuss legal matters pertaining to the terms, conditions, contractual rights, contractual obligations, scope of services and subconsultants of the Agreement for Program Management Services between Williamson County and Kitchell/CEM, Inc. for the Justice Complex Planning & Development Project.
d. 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 1:03 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 12, 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.
There were no comments on this item.
50.
Public Comment Period for County Matters that are not on the Agenda.
Those who addressed the Court:
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill
James Headrick of Georgetown
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
James Headrick of Georgetown
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 3:01 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 19th 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 19th 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