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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
NOVEMBER 5, 2024

STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:31 A.M. on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 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 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

County Clerk Nancy E. Rister

Others Present:

Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court

Bill Fairbrother, Executive Assistant to County Clerk

Review and approval of minutes.

Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve the minutes of the October 29, 2024 Commissioners Court Meeting.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.

Payroll/Operations Manager Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To authorize the payment of:
November 5, 2024 Supplemental Funding Report $7,662,072.68
Summary of Additional Transactions $1,583,444.32
Grand Total $9,245,517.00
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 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Commissioners Report

Comissioners 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 )

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on position changes, stipend, and line item transfers related to the reorganization approved on October 1, 2024 for Pre-Trial Services.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve position changes, stipend, and line item transfers related to the reorganization approved on October 1, 2024 for Pre-Trial Services as corrected.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving position changes, stipend, and line item transfers related to the reorganization approved on October 1, 2024 for Pre-Trial Services as corrected.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve position changes, stipend, and line item transfers related to the reorganization approved on October 1, 2024 for Pre-Trial Services as corrected.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

draft.PT

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Commissioners Court.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Commissioners Court.

Fiscal Impact

From/To

Acct No.

Description

Amount

From

0100-0401-005751

Office Equipment > $5,000

$3,500.00

0100-0401-005741

Computer Software > $5,000

$3,500.00

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving a line item transfer for Commissioners Court.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Commissioners Court.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position title changes, position grade changes, and any corresponding line item transfers.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

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 Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

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

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

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 Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Merit Report

Merit LIT

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

VSC for Auction - October

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Transfer pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Transfer pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Transfer pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve the disposal of various county vehicles(s) and equipment assets through Transfer pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

VSC for Transfer Oct Report

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: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Waiver of P & I

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on holding Commissioners Court on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve holding Commissioners Court on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider holding Commissioners Court on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve holding Commissioners Court on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

10.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action acknowledging and approving an update to the Chapman Firm's 2024 Fee Schedule.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve an update to the Chapman Law Firm's 2024 Fee Schedule.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving an update to the Chapman Law Firm's 2024 Fee Schedule.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve an update to the Chapman Law Firm's 2024 Fee Schedule.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Chapman Firm 2024 Updated Fees

11.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Order to Approve Online Education for County Commissioners, pursuant to Section 81.0025(b) of the Local Government Code, as amended by the 87th Legislature.

Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve an Order to Approve Online Education for County Commissioners, pursuant to Section 81.0025(b) of the Local Government Code, as amended by the 87th Legislature.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving an Order to Approve Online Education for County Commissioners, pursuant to Section 81.0025(b) of the Local Government Code, as amended by the 87th Legislature.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve an Order to Approve Online Education for County Commissioners, pursuant to Section 81.0025(b) of the Local Government Code, as amended by the 87th Legislature.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Online Continuing Education Order

12.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Occupation and Use Agreement for staff caretaker at Southwest Williamson County Regional Park.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve the Occupation and Use Agreement for staff caretaker at Southwest Williamson County Regional Park.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving the Occupation and Use Agreement for staff caretaker at Southwest Williamson County Regional Park.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve the Occupation and Use Agreement for staff caretaker at Southwest Williamson County Regional Park.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Occupation & Use Agreement

13.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving purchase #202533 for Williamson County and Infax, Inc. in the amount of $73,522.00, and authorizing execution of the purchase and exempting this from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024. (7)(D) captive replacement parts or components for equipment.

Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve purchase #202533 for Williamson County and Infax, Inc. in the amount of $73,522.00, and authorize execution of the purchase and exempt this from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024. (7)(D) captive replacement parts or components for equipment.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving purchase #202533 for Williamson County and Infax, Inc. in the amount of $73,522.00, and authorize execution of the purchase and exempt this from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024. (7)(D) captive replacement parts or components for equipment.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Infax Contract

Form 1295

14.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving annual purchase #202560 between Williamson County and Mobile Wireless LLC, in the amount of $82,180.75 for NetMotion Support for Public Safety VPN, per the terms of DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4723.

Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve annual purchase #202560 between Williamson County and Mobile Wireless LLC, in the amount of $82,180.75 for NetMotion Support for Public Safety VPN, per the terms of DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4723.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving purchase #202560 between Williamson County and Mobile Wireless LLC, in the amount of $82,180.75 for NetMotion Support for Public Safety VPN, per the terms of DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-4723.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

No action was taken on this item.

Attachments:

Form 1295

Mobile Wireless Quote

15.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing construction contract #202558 between Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc and Williamson County for Jester Annex JP-1 Cubicle Project, in the amount of Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Four and 13/100 Dollars ($7,764.13), pursuant to BuyBoard Contract Number 728-24 and execution of the agreement.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve construction contract #202558 between Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc and Williamson County for Jester Annex JP-1 Cubicle Project, in the amount of Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Four and 13/100 Dollars ($7,764.13), pursuant to BuyBoard Contract Number 728-24 and execution of the agreement.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving construction contract #202558 between Falkenberg Construction Co., Inc and Williamson County for Jester Annex JP-1 Cubicle Project, in the amount of Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Four and 13/100 Dollars ($7,764.13), pursuant to BuyBoard Contract Number 728-24 and execution of the agreement.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Construction Agreement

Form 1295 Falkenberg Construction Co Complete

16.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFSQ #24RFSQ53 to Cleary Zimmermann Engineers, LLC, for Justice Center South Attic IT Fire Suppression Design, in the amount of Thirty Thousand Dollars ($30,000.00) and authorize execution of the agreement.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve awarding RFSQ #24RFSQ53 to Cleary Zimmermann Engineers, LLC, for Justice Center South Attic IT Fire Suppression Design, in the amount of Thirty Thousand Dollars ($30,000.00) and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving awarding RFSQ #24RFSQ53 to Cleary Zimmermann Engineers, LLC, for Justice Center South Attic IT Fire Suppression Design, in the amount of Thirty Thousand Dollars ($30,000.00) and authorize execution of the agreement.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

PSA Cleary Zimmermann

Form 1295 Cleary Zimmermann Complete

17.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for MEP, Fire Systems and Commissioning Pool, under RFSQ #25RFSQ7.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for MEP, Fire Systems and Commissioning Pool, under RFSQ #25RFSQ7.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for MEP, Fire Systems and Commissioning Pool, under RFSQ #25RFSQ7.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for MEP, Fire Systems and Commissioning Pool, under RFSQ #25RFSQ7.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

18.

Discuss and take appropriate action on ratifying a Department of Energy grant application through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve ratifying a Department of Energy grant application through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving ratifying a Department of Energy grant application through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve ratifying a Department of Energy grant application through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Equipment Rebate

19.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between LRE Water, LLC and Williamson County dated December 20, 2023 for Groundwater Services Relating to the Trinity Aquifer Within Williamson County East of I-35. Funding source: 445P.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between LRE Water, LLC and Williamson County dated December 20, 2023 for Groundwater Services Relating to the Trinity Aquifer Within Williamson County East of I-35 to be funded by P445.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between LRE Water, LLC and Williamson County dated December 20, 2023 for Groundwater Services Relating to the Trinity Aquifer Within Williamson County East of I-35 to be funded by P445.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

LRE 23RFSQ79 R&B WA2 SA1 Groundwater Svcs Trinity Aquifer

20.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 3 under Williamson County Contract between LRE Water, LLC and Williamson County dated December 20, 2023 for Groundwater Services Relating to the Trinity Aquifer Within Williamson County East of I-35. Funding source: 445P.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 3 under Williamson County Contract between LRE Water, LLC and Williamson County dated December 20, 2023 for Groundwater Services Relating to the Trinity Aquifer Within Williamson County East of I-35 to be funded by P445.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 3 under Williamson County Contract between LRE Water, LLC and Williamson County dated December 20, 2023 for Groundwater Services Relating to the Trinity Aquifer Within Williamson County East of I-35 to be funded by P445.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

LRE 23RFSQ79 R&B WA3 SA1 Groundwater Svcs Trinity Aquifer

21.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the submission of a formal protest/request for a contested case hearing and written comments, information and recommendations by legal counsel for Williamson County to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality relating to a petition for the creation of Williamson County MUD No. 52.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve the submission of a formal protest/request for a contested case hearing and written comments, information and recommendations by legal counsel for Williamson County to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality relating to a petition for the creation of Williamson County MUD No. 52.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To reconsider approving the submission of a formal protest/request for a contested case hearing and written comments, information and recommendations by legal counsel for Williamson County to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality relating to a petition for the creation of Williamson County MUD No. 52.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

TCEQ Comment Letter - Wm Co MUD 52

REGULAR AGENDA

22.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on casting votes for the Williamson Central Appraisal District Board of Directors.

This item was pulled from the agenda.

Attachments:

Ballot

23.

Discuss and deliberate matters relating to the non-profit status of EPCOR/130 Regional Water Supply Corporation.

No action was taken on this item.

24.

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 the matter of Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-1043-DII; Luis J. Ortiz Hernandez v. Williamson County, Texas; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division; 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 3 Valerie Covey

Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Motion:To approve the engagement of the law firm of Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP to represent Williamson County in relation to the matter of Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-1043-DII; Luis J. Ortiz Hernandez v. Williamson County, Texas; in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division; 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 Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

engagement letter - bickerstaff

25.

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 the matter of Cause No. 24-2467-C425; Carlos Turcios, et al. v. Williamson County, et al.; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas; and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Texas Local Government Code § 262.024(a)(4).

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Motion:To approve he engagement of the law firm of Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP to represent Williamson County in relation to the matter of Cause No. 24-2467-C425; Carlos Turcios, et al. v. Williamson County, et al.; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas; and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Texas Local Government Code § 262.024(a)(4).

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

engagement letter - bickerstaff

26.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the approval of claims settlement related to Claim No. 09272023-560-151 - auto liability claim from Pablo Paguia for incident occurring on or about September 27, 2023 at or near 8713 W Parmer Lane, Austin, Texas 78729.

Rick Lutowski of Georgetown addressed the Court.

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Motion:To approve the settlement of a bodily injury claim in the amount of $50,000 arising from a vehicle collision occurring on or about September 27, 2023, at or near 8713 W Parmer Lane, Austin, Texas, upon execution of a full release of claims by the claimant, Pablo Paguia; and to authorize the presiding officer of the Commissioners Court to execute settlement documents, if any, approved as to form by General Counsel.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

27.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action approving Amendment No. 3 for Benefitfocus.com. LLC Web Based Enrollment System, terminating part of the services under the current contract, due to those services being no longer required, effective September 30, 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 Amendment No. 3 for Benefitfocus.com. LLC Web Based Enrollment System, terminating part of the services under the current contract, due to those services being no longer required, effective September 30, 2024, and authorize the execution of the amendment.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Data Sharing Agreement

Agreement

28.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving annual purchase #202557 from Tyler Technologies for Orion Software Maintenance and Support in the amount of $111,140.00 and exempting Tyler Technologies, Inc. from the competitive bidding requirements per Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (a)(7)(D) captive replacement parts or components for equipment.

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 annual purchase #202557 from Tyler Technologies for Orion Software Maintenance and Support in the amount of $111,140.00 and exempting Tyler Technologies, Inc. from the competitive bidding requirements per Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (a)(7)(D) captive replacement parts or components for equipment.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Tyler Quote

29.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #24RFP71 Ice Shields for Risk Mitigation for Towers to Alpha Omega Wireless, Inc. in the amount of $134,906.82 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve awarding RFP #24RFP71 Ice Shields for Risk Mitigation for Towers to Alpha Omega Wireless, Inc. in the amount of $134,906.82 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

30.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving bulk order purchase #202559 for Toughbooks and accessories for Williamson County Departments from GTS Technology Solutions for a total of $477,439.58 pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-4025.

Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
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 bulk order purchase #202559 for Toughbooks and accessories for Williamson County Departments from GTS Technology Solutions for a total of $477,439.58 pursuant to DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-4025.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

GTS Bulk order by Department

Form 1295

GTS Quote

31.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Consent to Contract Assignment for ADT Commercial, LLC (the Assignor) to Everon, LLC (the Assignee), relating to Services Contract #202321 between Williamson County and ADT Commercial LLC to provide Security Alarm Monitoring Services to multiple buildings, awarded on October 11, 2022. (CC Agenda Item #17) Services Contract between Williamson County and ADT Commercial LLC to provide Monthly Monitoring Service to Williamson County Parks Buildings, awarded on June 2, 2020. (CC Agenda Item #18), and authorizing the execution of the Consent to Assignment.

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve Consent to Contract Assignment for ADT Commercial, LLC (the Assignor) to Everon, LLC (the Assignee), relating to Services Contract #202321 between Williamson County and ADT Commercial LLC to provide Security Alarm Monitoring Services to multiple buildings, awarded on October 11, 2022. (CC Agenda Item #17) Services Contract between Williamson County and ADT Commercial LLC to provide Monthly Monitoring Service to Williamson County Parks Buildings, awarded on June 2, 2020. (CC Agenda Item #18), and authorize the execution of the Consent to Assignment.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Consent to Contract Assignment

1295 form

32.

Receive and acknowledge approval of Change Order No. 04 from Aggieland Construction for the Expo Water Storage Tank Project in the amount of $2,780.00, which was approved by Williamson County Facilities Senior Project Manager, Angel Gomez pursuant to the Commissioners Court’s prior delegation of change order approval authority pursuant to Loc. Gov’t Code Sec. 262.031.

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To acknowledge approval of Change Order No. 04 from Aggieland Construction for the Expo Water Storage Tank Project in the amount of $2,780.00, which was approved by Williamson County Facilities Senior Project Manager, Angel Gomez pursuant to the Commissioners Court’s prior delegation of change order approval authority pursuant to Loc. Gov’t Code Sec. 262.031.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Expo Gattis Pavilion - Water Tank Aggieland - CO#4

33.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of a New John Deere Motor Grader 672G, replacing UMG 1005 heavy equipment from RDO Equipment for the total amount of $414,185.33 pursuant to Co-Op Sourcewell contract 011723-JDC.

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve purchase of a new John Deere Motor Grader 672G, replacing UMG 1005 heavy equipment from RDO Equipment for the total amount of $414,185.33 pursuant to Co-Op Sourcewell contract 011723-JDC.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Quote

Form 1295 - RDO Equipment

34.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 6 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for Utility Coordination for All Williamson County Activities Not Related to Road Bond Activities. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve Contract Amendment No 6 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for Utility Coordination for All Williamson County Activities Not Related to Road Bond Activities to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004100.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Cobb Fendley 1811-273 Contract Amendment No 6 Utility Coordination and Relocation

35.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 3 to Work Authorization No 6 under Williamson County Contract between Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for Utility Coordination for CR 201 from Umbrella Sky to CR 200. Funding source: P499.

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Motion:To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No 3 to Work Authorization No 6 under Williamson County Contract between Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019 for Utility Coordination for CR 201 from Umbrella Sky Street to CR 200 to be funded by P499.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Cobb Fendley 1811-273 WA6 SA3 Utility Coordination for CR 201

36.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 10 in the amount of ($1,842.48) for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 (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 4 Russ Boles

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Motion:To approve Change Order No. 10 in the amount of ($1,842.48) for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 (James Construction Group) to be funded by P390.

Aye:

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Other:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Abstain)

Attachments:

22IFB57 CR 401 CO#10

Conflict of Interest Affidavit

37.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Advanced Funding Agreement with TxDOT regarding the reconstruction of the IH-35 main lane bridge at SE Inner Loop. Bonds P688

This item was pulled from the agenda.

Attachments:

Resolution

Agreement

38.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Taylor, Texas in the design and construction costs related to the Corridor A2 project. Funding Source: Bonds P680

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Motion:To approve an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Taylor, Texas in the design and construction costs related to the Corridor A2 project to be funded by P680.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

ILA

39.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (5.080 acres) required for the construction of CR 110 North. (R040062, L.P. a Texas limited partnership/ Parcel 1) Funding Source: Road Bonds P362

Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Motion:To approve a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (5.080 acres) required for the construction of CR 110 North (R040062, L.P. a Texas limited partnership/ Parcel 1) to be funded by P362.

Aye:

County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.

Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook

Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles

Attachments:

Resolution

40.

Comments from Commissioners.

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey discussed the recycling of the cinder block building and former health district building on the site of the historic jail occurring this week, and emphasized that the historic building is not being torn down. She also reminded everyone that Commissioners Court will not be meeting on November 12, 2024.

County Judge Bill Gravell Jr. highlighted that today is election day, and thanked everyone for their hard work in conducting elections. He was most impressed that voter turnout was the highest in the state among the largest counties. He reminded those that have not voted that there are 82 locations available today, and wait times can be found on the county webpage. Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook highlighted a recent article on elections, and expressed her appreciation of our election workers. Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles expressed his pleasure that there are many polling places convenient to voters throughout the county.

41.

Public Comment Period.

There were no comments on this item.

COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 10:10 A.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024.

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 November, 2024.

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

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