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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING OCTOBER 8, 2024 STATE OF TEXAS )( COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )( BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:37 A.M. on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2024, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.     Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook     Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey     Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles     County Clerk Nancy E. Rister   Absent: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Others Present: Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court Bill Fairbrother, Executive Assistant to County Clerk

	1.			Review and approval of minutes.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
					Motion:To approve the minutes of the October 1, 2024 Commissioners Court Meeting.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (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 1 Terry Cook
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To authorize the payment of: October 8, 2024 Supplemental Funding Report $29,286,003.41 Summary of Additional Transactions $399,124.62 Grand Total $29,685,128.03 from the Funding Reports, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Commissioners Report
				Commissioners Paperwork
				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 – 21 )
	3.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for various departments.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve a line item transfer for various departments.   Fiscal Impact From/To Acct No. Description Amount From 0100-0409-004998 Non-Departmental/Contingencies $34,267.26 To 0100-0540-005700 EMS/Vehicles $16,178.91 To 0100-0560-005700 Sheriff's Office/Vehicles $18,088.35

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
	4.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Non-Departmental.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Non-Departmental.   Fiscal Impact From/To Acct No. Description Amount From 0100-0409-000777 NonDept/Transfer to Captl Proj $18,028,225.00 To 0100-0409-005000 NonDept/Capital Outlay > $5K $18,028,225.00

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
	5.			Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Precinct 2 September 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve Justice of the Precinct 2 September 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				2024 September Monthly Report
	6.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action and note in the official minutes the adoption of an employer contribution rate of 16.05% to Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS) for Plan Year 2025.
				Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To adopt and note in the official minutes the adoption of an employer contribution rate of 16.05% to Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS) for Plan Year 2025.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				PY.25
	7.			Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the purchase and service contract #2024284 between Strategic Government Resources (SGR) and Williamson County for EMS Director search, in the amount of twenty-eight thousand, four hundred nineteen dollars and no cents ($28,419.00), pursuant to North TxShare Cooperative contract #2024-019 and execution Agreement.
				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 service contract #2024284 between Strategic Government Resources (SGR) and Williamson County for EMS Director search, in the amount of twenty-eight thousand, four hundred nineteen dollars and no cents ($28,419.00), pursuant to North TxShare Cooperative contract #2024-019 and authorize execution of the Agreement.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Addendum with Proposal
				Form 1295 - Strategic Government Resources
	8.			Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Request for Information (ERP) Enterprise Resource Planning System Selection Project under RFI #24RFI75.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Request for Information (ERP) Enterprise Resource Planning System Selection Project under RFI #24RFI75.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
	9.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Addendum #202520 between Williamson County and Catalis Public Works and Citizen Engagement, LLC, for Performance Center reporting software, covering the term of October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025, for the annual amount of $85,255.00 pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #661-22 and authorizing the execution of the addendum.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve Addendum #202520 between Williamson County and Catalis Public Works and Citizen Engagement, LLC, for Performance Center reporting software, covering the term of October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025, for the annual amount of $85,255.00 pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #661-22 and authorize the execution of the addendum.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Catalis Contract
				Form 1295 Catalis
	10.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Agreement #202516 for consulting services with Rely Information Systems, LLC for Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) patch and upgrade assistance and general DBA support and maintenance of Williamson County Oracle applications for the term of 11.01.24-10.31.25 in the not-to-exceed amount of $77,760.00, exempting the purchase from the competitive bidding proposal requirements per the County Purchasing Act, pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal services, as set forth under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024.(a)(4), a personal or professional service and authorizing execution of the agreement.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve Agreement #202516 for consulting services with Rely Information Systems, LLC for Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) patch and upgrade assistance and general DBA support and maintenance of Williamson County Oracle applications for the term of 11.01.24-10.31.25 in the not-to-exceed amount of $77,760.00, exempting the purchase from the competitive bidding proposal requirements per the County Purchasing Act, pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal services, as set forth under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024.(a)(4), a personal or professional service and authorizing execution of the agreement.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Contract
				Form 1295 Rely
	11.			Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Interlocal Agreement (ILA) #202529 between Williamson County and Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) for 9-1-1 Geographic Information Systems Database Management, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
				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 Interlocal Agreement (ILA) #202529 between Williamson County and Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) for 9-1-1 Geographic Information Systems Database Management, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				ILA
	12.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Agreement #2024313 with Data Armor, LLC to provide on-site shredding services to support Williamson County Departments on an as needed basis for a not-to-exceed amount of $25,000.00, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve Agreement #2024313 with Data Armor, LLC to provide on-site shredding services to support Williamson County Departments on an as needed basis for a not-to-exceed amount of $25,000.00, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Data Armor Service Agreement FY25
	13.			Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Associate Medical Director, under RFSQ #24RFSQ76.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Associate Medical Director, under RFSQ #24RFSQ76.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
	14.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) for the purpose of providing pre-employment psychological screenings related to the potential hiring of new Williamson County Sheriff's Office employees, between Williamson County and Dr. Eugene Waters of AdventHealth; with a not-to-exceed amount of $10,000 for FY25, 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. Local Government Code § 262.024(a)(4) and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) for the purpose of providing pre-employment psychological screenings related to the potential hiring of new Williamson County Sheriff's Office employees, between Williamson County and Dr. Eugene Waters of AdventHealth; with a not-to-exceed amount of $10,000 for FY25, 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. Local Government Code § 262.024(a)(4) and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Dr. Waters Agreement
				1295 form
	15.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the FY25 CSCD (Adult Probation) Collection of Fines and Fees Memorandum of Understanding.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve the FY25 CSCD (Adult Probation) Collection of Fines and Fees Memorandum of Understanding.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Collection MOU
	16.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the FY25 CSCD (Adult Probation) CSR Memorandum of Understanding.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve the FY25 CSCD (Adult Probation) CSR Memorandum of Understanding.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				CSR MOU
	17.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the FY25 CSCD (Adult Probation) DWI-Drug Court Counselor Memorandum of Understanding.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve the FY25 CSCD (Adult Probation) DWI-Drug Court Counselor Memorandum of Understanding.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				DDCP MOU
	18.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on ratification of blanket PO 187220 for the additional repair of September FY2023 Hail damaged vehicles in the amount of $92,383.88, exempting this purchase from competitive bidding/proposal requirements, pursuant to Tex/Loc. Gov't Code Section 262.024(11) ("Vehicle and Equipment Repairs").

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve blanket PO 187220 for the additional repair of September FY2023 Hail damaged vehicles in the amount of $92,383.88, exempting this purchase from competitive bidding/proposal requirements, pursuant to Tex/Loc. Gov't Code Section 262.024(11) ("Vehicle and Equipment Repairs").

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Purchase Order
	19.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the Tax Collection Agreement Northwest Williamson Municipal Utility District No 1 and the County of Williamson, Texas.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve the Tax Collection Agreement between Northwest Williamson Municipal Utility District No 1 and Williamson County, Texas.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Tax Collection Agreement
	20.			Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through 10/03/2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through 10/03/2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				090424-100324 Refunds Over 2500
	21.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Eureka Mills subdivision – Precinct 4.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve the preliminary plat for the Eureka Mills subdivision – Precinct 4.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				preliminary plat - Eureka Mills
				REGULAR AGENDA
	22.			Discuss and take appropriate action to proclaim October 6 - 12, 2024, as National 4-H Week in Williamson County.  Hear a short presentation by Williamson County 4-H members.
				Williamson County 4H and Youth Development Agent Brittany Allen addressed the Court. 4-H members Vanessa, Aris, and Arian addressed the Court.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
					Motion:To proclaim October 6 - 12, 2024, as National 4-H Week in Williamson County.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				National 4-H Week Proclamation
	23.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a proclamation recognizing the month of October to be National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
				Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
					Motion:To approve a proclamation recognizing the month of October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Domestic Violence Awareness Proclamation
	24.			Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the list of proposed organizations for cycle 2.2 of the salary study.
				County Manager Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
					Motion:To approve the list of proposed organizations for cycle 2.2 of the salary study.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Cycle 2.2 Proposed Orgs
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO A PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:04 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2024.
	25.			09:30 AM - Hold Public Hearing regarding setting the rate associated with the mandatory provider participation payments that Williamson County may require of all local hospitals for fiscal year (FY) 2025 in relation to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program and establish how the revenue derived from those payments may be spent in accordance with Chapter 292B of the Texas Health & Safety Code and the Williamson County Health Care Provider Participation Program Rules and Procedures.

					Those who addressed the Court: Michael Neill with Adelanto Healthcare Ventures Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown Justin Flores with Adelanto Healthcare Ventures Geronimo Rodriguez with Ascension Texas Bill Galinsky with Baylor Scott & White Health County Auditor Julie Kiley

COMMISSIONERS RECONVENED FROM THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:15 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2024.
	26.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on setting the rate associated with the mandatory provider participation payments that Williamson County may require of all local hospitals for fiscal year (FY) 2025 in relation to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program and establish how the revenue derived from those payments may be spent in accordance with Chapter 292B of the Texas Health & Safety Code and the Williamson County Health Care Provider Participation Program Rules and Procedures.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
					Motion:To approve setting the rate associated with the mandatory provider participation payments that Williamson County may require of all local hospitals for fiscal year (FY) 2025 in relation to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program at 6% and establish how the revenue derived from those payments may be spent in accordance with Chapter 292B of the Texas Health & Safety Code and the Williamson County Health Care Provider Participation Program Rules and Procedures.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				2025 LPPF Rate Resolution
	27.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a required Resolution and Taxing Unit Checklist nominating Jon Lux to the Williamson Central Appraisal District Board of Directors for a 1-year term beginning January 1, 2025 and ending December 31, 2025.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
					Motion:To approve a required Resolution and Taxing Unit Checklist nominating Jon Lux to the Williamson Central Appraisal District Board of Directors for a 1-year term beginning January 1, 2025 and ending December 31, 2025.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Resolution
				Checklist
	28.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional revenues for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund for Fiscal Year 2024.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
					Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional revenues for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund for Fiscal Year 2024.   Fiscal Impact From/To Acct No. Description Amount   0546-0000-361300 Interest, Investments $9,675.64   0546-0000-367404 Animal Shelter Donations $88,699.30   0546-0000-367440 Jane's Fund Donations $3,500.00   0546-0000-367442 Play Yard Donations $150.00   0546-0000-367443 Heart Worm Trmt Donations $75.00   0546-0000-367445 SIT Team Donations $373.00   0546-0000-367447 Animal Transport Donations $1,023.20   0546-0000-367448 Kitten Care Donations $1,735.00   0546-0000-370150 Sales of Pet Care Products $1,398.37

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
	29.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund for Fiscal Year 2024.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
					Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment acknowledging additional expenditures for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Donation Fund for Fiscal Year 2024.   Fiscal Impact From/To Acct No. Description Amount   0546-0546-003510 Purchases for Resale $1,537.92   0546-0546-003670 Use of Donations $97,551.17   0546-0546-004100 Professional Services $3,849.29   0546-0546-004105 Foster Home Care $1,908.15   0546-0546-004231 Travel $1,125.31   0546-0546-004232 Training $410.22   0546-0546-004509 Facility Enhancements $164.97   0546-0546-004975 Animal Medical Care $82.48

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
	30.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving FY2025 countywide Risk policies rates through contract #23RFP80 for Property Casualty Workers' Comp Third Party Administrator, Gallahger Basset Services, Inc, previously awarded 9.12.2023 under agenda item #34, and authorizing the execution of the rate sheet.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve FY2025 countywide Risk policies rates through contract #23RFP80 for Property Casualty Workers' Comp Third Party Administrator, Gallahger Basset Services, Inc, previously awarded 9.12.2023 under agenda item #34, and authorize the execution of the rate sheet.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Renewal rates
				Form 1295 Gallagher
	31.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing Work Order Agreement #202517 for Unified Enterprise Support Services with Microsoft Corporation per DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4911 for the term of three (3) years beginning 11.01.24-10.31.27, in the amount of $397,385.81, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve Work Order Agreement #202517 for Unified Enterprise Support Services with Microsoft Corporation per DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4911 for the term of three (3) years beginning 11.01.24-10.31.27, in the amount of $397,385.81, and authorize the execution of the agreement.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Microsoft Contract
	32.			Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving agreement #202521 between Williamson County and SHI Government Solutions, Inc. for Adobe Enterprise licenses and subscription renewals, for a total amount of $120,655.00 pursuant to Sourcewell contract #081419-SHI, and authorizing the execution of this agreement.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve agreement #202521 between Williamson County and SHI Government Solutions, Inc. for Adobe Enterprise licenses and subscription renewals, for a total amount of $120,655.00 pursuant to Sourcewell contract #081419-SHI, and authorize the execution of this agreement.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				SHI Contract
				Form 1295 SHI
	33.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing Renewal #1 of Contract #T4520, Blackland Heritage Farm Lease, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract, with the exception of an annual price change to $29,711.00 annually, for the term of October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025, with Randall Fischer, and authorizing execution of the renewal agreement.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve Renewal #1 of Contract #T4520, Blackland Heritage Farm Lease, for the same terms and conditions as the existing contract, with the exception of an annual price change to $29,711.00 annually, for the term of October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025, with Randall Fischer, and authorize execution of the renewal agreement.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Renewal 2 Blackland Heritage Farm Lease
				Renewal 1 Blackland Heritage Farm Lease
				Original Agreement Blackland Heritage Farm Lease
				1295 for Blackland Heritage Park Farm Lease
	34.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize Renewal #1 for Contract #22RFP12 Tennis Operations and Pro Shop Manager for Rippner Tennis for the Parks Department, for the same terms and conditions, extending the contract from September 14, 2024, to September 13, 2025.
				Barbara McGarey of Round Rock addressed the Court.

					This item was pulled from the agenda.

				Attachments:
				Renewal 1 Rippner
				Original Contract
				Form 1295 Rippner Tennis
	35.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for funding through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program FY2024, Local Solicitation.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for funding through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program FY2024, Local Solicitation.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Application for Federal Assistance SF-424
				Disclosure of Lobbying Form
				Grants Management Request
	36.			Discuss and hear presentation on current Capital and Fiscal Year Facility Enhancement Projects.
				Senior Director of Facilities Dale Butler addressed the Court.

					No action was taken on this item.

	37.			Receive and acknowledge approval of Change Order Numbers 3 and 4 from Texas Air Systems for the Jail S. Boiler Project in the amount of $48,439. and $51,784., which were approved by Williamson County Facilities Architect Trenton Jacobs 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 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To receive and acknowledge approval of Change Order Numbers 3 and 4 from Texas Air Systems for the Jail S. Boiler Project in the amount of $48,439. and $51,784., which were approved by Williamson County Facilities Architect Trenton Jacobs pursuant to the Commissioners Court’s prior delegation of change order approval authority pursuant to Loc. Gov’t Code Sec. 262.031.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Jail S Boiler Renovation-CO3
				Jail S Boiler Renovation-CO4
	38.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal (GMP) with awarded RFP #24RFP48 Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Williamson County Expo West Arena to Bartlett Cocke General Contractors, LLC, Inc in the amount of Ten Million Seven Hundred Forty-Three Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Two Dollars ($10,743,272.00) and authorize the execution of the GMP between Bartlett Cocke General Contractors, LLC and Williamson County. The funding source is P635.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal (GMP) with awarded RFP #24RFP48 Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Williamson County Expo West Arena to Bartlett Cocke General Contractors, LLC, Inc in the amount of Ten Million Seven Hundred Forty-Three Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Two Dollars ($10,743,272.00) and authorize the execution of the GMP between Bartlett Cocke General Contractors, LLC and Williamson County to be funded by P635.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				GMP with Proposal Bartlett Cocke
				Form 1295 Bartlett Cocke General Contractors complete
	39.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving an amendment for Automated Logic Contracting Services, Inc. extending the lead time and expiration of the contract from October 9,2024 to March 31, 2025, and authorizing the execution of the amendment.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve an amendment for Automated Logic Contracting Services, Inc. extending the lead time and expiration of the contract from October 9,2024 to March 31, 2025, and authorize the execution of the amendment.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Amendment
				TEC 1295
	40.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving an amendment to Jay Harkins Company Inc., extending the lead time and expiration of the contract from July 31, 2024, to December 31, 2024, and authorizing the execution of the amendment.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve an amendment to Jay Harkins Company Inc., extending the lead time and expiration of the contract from July 31, 2024, to December 31, 2024, and authorize the execution of the amendment.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Amendment
				TEC 1295
	41.			Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to authorize Renewal #1 for or contract #23IFB109 for Hauling Services for Husky Trucking LLC for Road and Bridge Department, for the same rates, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of November 2, 2024 through November 1, 2025.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve Renewal #1 for or contract #23IFB109 for Hauling Services for Husky Trucking LLC for Road and Bridge Department, for the same rates, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of November 2, 2024 through November 1, 2025.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Renewal 1 Husky Trucking
				1295 document
	42.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 3 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for Surveying Services. Funding source: P588.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No 3 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for Surveying Services to be funded by P588.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Surveying And Mapping (SAM) 2586 Contract Amendment No 3 Surveying Svcs
	43.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental No. 1 to Work Authorization No 13 in the amount of $171,020.00 to expire May 31, 2025, under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for Corridor E3/E4 from CR 127 to CR 327. Funding source: P588.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve Supplemental No. 1 to Work Authorization No 13 in the amount of $171,020.00 to expire May 31, 2025, under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping and Williamson County dated May 19, 2020 for Corridor E3/E4 from CR 127 to CR 327 to be funded by P588.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Surveying And Mapping 2586 WA13 SA1 Corridor E3/E4
	44.			Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 6 in the amount of ($523,234.36) for Project 22IFB141 CR 258 Extension (Joe Bland Construction) P: 277 Funding Source: Road Bond.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve Change Order No. 6 in the amount of ($523,234.36) for Project 22IFB141 CR 258 Extension (Joe Bland Construction) to be funded by P277.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				22IFB141-CR258 CO#6
	45.			Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 9R in the amount of ($150,160.51) for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 Reconstruction (James Construction Group) P: 390 Funding Source: Road Bond.
				County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained from voting on this item (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve Change Order No. 9R in the amount of ($150,160.51) for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 Reconstruction (James Construction Group) to be funded by P390.

				Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Abstain)   Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				22IFB57 CR 401 CO#9R
				Conflict of Interest Affidavit
	46.			Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 20 in the amount of $167,583.65 for Project 22IFB139 FM3349 at US79 (James Construction Group) P: 332 Funding Source: Road Bond.
				County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained from voting on this item (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve Change Order No. 20 in the amount of $167,583.65 for Project 22IFB139 FM3349 at US79 (James Construction Group) to be funded by P332.

				Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Abstain)   Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				22IFB139-FM3349-CO#20
				Conflict of Interest Affidavit
	47.			Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Consent to Contract Assignment between Williamson County, DEC -- Central Texas, LLC (the Assignor), and Gannett Fleming, Inc. (the Assignee) in relation to the Chandler Corridor Segment 1 contract, being dated September 29, 2022 and CR 134 / CR 132 Extension (Hutto Arterial) contract, being dated April 7, 2020.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
					Motion:To approve Consent to Contract Assignment between Williamson County, DEC -- Central Texas, LLC (the Assignor), and Gannett Fleming, Inc. (the Assignee) in relation to the Chandler Corridor Segment 1 contract, being dated September 29, 2022 and CR 134 / CR 132 Extension (Hutto Arterial) contract, being dated April 7, 2020.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				ConsentContractAssignment-DECtoGFI
	48.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the County Judge to execute a Chapter 312 tax abatement agreement with Soulbrain TX LLC.
				Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court. President of the Taylor Economic Development Corporation Ben White addressed the Court. Williamson County Economic Development Partnership Executive Director Dave Porter addressed the Court.

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
				Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
					Motion:To authorize the County Judge to execute a Chapter 312 tax abatement agreement with Soulbrain TX LLC.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Agreement
				Map
	49.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Ronnie Lee Kelm and Sherry Ann Kelm to acquire 2.239 AC needed as right of way on the CR 314 project (Parcel 2). Funding Source: Bonds P364

				Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
				Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
					Motion:To approve a real estate contract with Ronnie Lee Kelm and Sherry Ann Kelm to acquire 2.239 AC needed as right of way on the CR 314 project (Parcel 2) to be funded by P364.

				Aye: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.   Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook   Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey   Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent)
				Attachments:
				Contract
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:09 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2024.
	50.			Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.) A.    Real Estate Owned by Third Parties    Preliminary discussions relating to the proposed or potential purchase or lease of property owned by third parties                   a)   Discuss the acquisition of real property: Bud Stockton Dr.          b)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 143         c)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.         d)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 255.          e)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 195 @ Ronald Reagan.         f)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for future SH 29 corridor.         g)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Hero Way.        h)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for E. Wilco Highway.         i)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor A-2.          j)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor B              k)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.          l)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.        m)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor E.         n)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F         o)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor H         p)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Corridor J.         q)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Corridor K.          r)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Corridor I.         s)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Widening.          t)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for CR 313.         u)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for Bagdad Road/CR 279.         v)   Discuss the acquisition of right of way for CR 314.          w)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for the Seward Junction Loop             x)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 110N          y)   Discuss acquisition of real property located near 6531 RM 2243, Leander, Texas           z)   Discuss the acquisition of real property for the Long Range Transportation Plan.         aa)   Discuss property located at 9500 Lake Creek Parkway Austin, TX 78717         bb)  Discuss the acquisition of real property for Williamson County Justice Center and Corrections Facilities  B.   Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County       Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential sale or lease of property owned by the County          a)    Discuss County owned real estate containing underground water rights and interests.     b)    Discuss possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (Formerly occupied by WCCHD)             c)    Sale of property located 747 County Rd. 138 Hutto, Texas     d)    Discuss Blue Springs Blvd. property

					No action was taken in Executive Session.

	51.			Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087:         Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.               a) Project Skyfall     b) Project SoulBrain     c) Project School Bus   d) Project Lunch Lady

					No action was taken in Executive Session.

	52.			Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per Section 551.071, Texas Government Code, "Consultation with Attorney"), including the following: a. General: 1. Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County 2. Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims 3. Employee/personnel related matters 4. Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. b. Litigation: 1. Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas/County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, L.P., et al., MDL PRETRIAL CAUSE NO. 2018-63587, in the 152d District Court of Harris County, Texas. 2. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00074-LY; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 3. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00374-RP; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Texas, and Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 4. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00615-LY; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 5. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas 6. Civil Action No. 1:22-cv-00254-RP; Rodney A. Hurdsman, #0217082 v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 7. Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-00576-P; Kyle Strongin, et al. v. Williamson County, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas 8. Cause No. 22-1213-C425; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Argonaut Insurance Company; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas 9. Cause No. 22-1359-C368; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Great American Insurance Company of New York; In the 368th Judicial Court of Williamson County, Texas 10. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas 11. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01120; Jeremy Story v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 12. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01117-RP; Adam Mirelez #02413581 v. Llano County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 13. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01223-RP; Siddharth Kode v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 14. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00318-DII; Laura Pressley et al. v. Jane Nelson et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 15. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00759-RP; Derrick Neal v. Williamson County and Cities Health District, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 16. Cause No. 23-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas 17. Cause No. 24-1887-C26; Ivory Deon Hornsby v. Williamson County, et al.; In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas 18. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-01183; Johnny Joe Tijerina v. Andrew Rodriguez, et al.; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division c. Administrative Complaints: d. Claims: e. Other: 1. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders. 2. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code. 3. Legal matters, laws and proceedings pertaining to attorney client privileged communications relating to county business. 4. Legal matters pertaining to the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc. 5. Legal matters relating to James Construction’s claims on the SE Loop (East Wilco Hwy) Segment 1 Project

					No action was taken in Executive Session.

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

					No action was taken in Executive Session.

	54.			Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors, employees and/or positions, including but not limited to conducting deliberation and discussion pertaining to annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters).

					No action was taken in Executive Session.

	55.			Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices; or security audits in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center/Williamson County Courthouse (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).

					No action was taken in Executive Session.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:55 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2024.
	56.			Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.

					No action was taken on this item.

	57.			Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.

					No action was taken on this item.

	58.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other legal matters, including the following: a. General: 1. Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County 2. Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims 3. Employee/personnel related matters 4. Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. b. Litigation: 1. Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas/County of Williamson v. Purdue Pharma, L.P., et al., MDL PRETRIAL CAUSE NO. 2018-63587, in the 152d District Court of Harris County, Texas. 2. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00074-LY; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 3. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00374-RP; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Texas, and Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 4. Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00615-LY; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 5. Cause No. 22-0159-C395; Gary Watsky v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the 395th District Court of Williamson County, Texas 6. Civil Action No. 1:22-cv-00254-RP; Rodney A. Hurdsman, #0217082 v. Mike Gleason, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 7. Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-00576-P; Kyle Strongin, et al. v. Williamson County, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas 8. Cause No. 22-1213-C425; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Argonaut Insurance Company; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas 9. Cause No. 22-1359-C368; Williamson County, Texas v. Ritter, Botkin Prime Construction Company, Inc. and Great American Insurance Company of New York; In the 368th Judicial Court of Williamson County, Texas 10. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas 11. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01120; Jeremy Story v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 12. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01117-RP; Adam Mirelez #02413581 v. Llano County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 13. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-01223-RP; Siddharth Kode v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 14. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00318-DII; Laura Pressley et al. v. Jane Nelson et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 15. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00759-RP; Derrick Neal v. Williamson County and Cities Health District, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 16. Cause No. 23-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas 17. Cause No. 24-1887-C26; Ivory Deon Hornsby v. Williamson County, et al.; In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas 18. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-01183; Johnny Joe Tijerina v. Andrew Rodriguez, et al.; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division c. Administrative Complaints: d. Claims: e. Other: 1. Legal matters relating to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Final Rule Designating Critical Habitat for the Georgetown and Salado Salamanders. 2. Legal matters pertaining to tax exemptions for private apartment developers under 303.042(f) of the Texas Local Government Code. 3. Legal matters, laws and proceedings pertaining to attorney client privileged communications relating to county business. 4. Legal matters pertaining to the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc. 5. Legal matters relating to James Construction’s claims on the SE Loop (East Wilco Hwy) Segment 1 Project

					No action was taken on this item.

	59.			Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors or employees, including but not limited to any necessary action pertaining to conducting annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials.

					No action was taken on this item.

	60.			Comments from Commissioners.

					Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey was happy to announce that the county was recently able to break ground on Segment 2 of the East Wilco Highway.

	61.			Public Comment Period.

					There were no comments on this item.

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT  11:55 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2024. THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 15th day of October, 2024. ATTEST: Nancy E. Rister, Clerk of Commissioners Court, Williamson County, Texas By: Bill Fairbrother, Chief Deputy/Executive Assistant to County Clerk