Printed Agenda

The Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas will meet in Regular Session at the above location, date, and time to consider the items set forth below. It is the intent of the Commissioners Court to have a quorum physically present at the meeting. Up to two (2) Commissioners Court members may participate by videoconference call in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

1.

Review and approval of minutes.

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.

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 – 40 )

3.

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

Fiscal Impact

From/To

Acct No.

Description

Amount

From

0100-0540-005700

Vehicles > $5,000

$18,800.00

To

0100-0540-004500

Maintenance Contracts

$18,800.00

4.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Fire Marshal's Office/Non-Departmental.

Fiscal Impact

From/To

Acct No.

Description

Amount

FROM

0100-0409-004998

Non-Departmental/Contingencies

$15,529.50

TO

0100-0542-005700

FireMarshal/Vehicle

$15,529.50

5.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Williamson County Sherff's Office.

Fiscal Impact

From/To

Acct No.

Description

Amount

FROM:

0100.0560.003008

Law Enforcement Equip < $5,000

$2,855.00

TO:

0100.0560.003011

Computer Software < $5,000

$2,855.00

6.

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

Fiscal Impact

From/To

Acct No.

Description

Amount

From

0100.0509.005003

Equipment >$5,000

$1,200.00

To

0100.0509.004212

Postage

$1,200.00

7.

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

8.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department's monthly report of asset dispositions through Transfer, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 12/01/2024 - 12/30/2024.

9.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging the Purchasing Department's monthly report of asset dispositions through Auction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 12.13.24 through 12.29.24.

10.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to acknowledge the Purchasing Department's monthly report of asset dispositions through Destruction, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152, for the period of 12.01.24 - 12.26.24.

11.

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

12.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to recognize completion of the required continuing education hours for the Williamson County Tax Assessor Collector.

13.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on reappointing Mike Adams to the ESD #5 Board of Directors for a two-year term through December 31, 2026.

14.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the reappointment of Gary Kovar to ESD #5 as Board of Directors.

15.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of vehicle reimbursement agreement with Cadence Sports for TX Mamma Jamma ride for off-duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective January 7, 2025.

16.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of a vehicle reimbursement agreement with ASB Cycling for Rosedale Ride for off-duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective January 7, 2025.

17.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of a vehicle reimbursement agreement with Hart InterCivic Inc. for off-duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective October 1, 2024 (3800 Quick Hill Rd.)

18.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of a vehicle reimbursement agreement with Q2 Software Inc. for off-duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective October 1, 2024.

19.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of a vehicle reimbursement agreement with Grace Bible Church for off-duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective October 1, 2024.

20.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of a vehicle reimbursement agreement with Red Poppy Charity Bike Ride for off-duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective April 1, 2025.

21.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of a vehicle reimbursement agreement with Santa Rita Ranch Master Community for off-duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective January 7, 2025 (located in Liberty Hill).

22.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of a vehicle reimbursement agreement with Celebration Church for off-duty contracting of County Sheriff's Deputies to be effective October 1, 2024.

23.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement #202589 between Euna Solutions (formerly Questica, Ltd.) and Williamson County for the not-to-exceed amount of $6,250.00 to provide service hours to provide Budget Office software customization, pursuant to the ILA with Riverside County Transportation Commission, previously awarded on 8.16.2022 with agenda item #30, and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

24.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Master Service Agreement, #202592, between Williamson County and BFLY Operations, Inc. for Butterfly Ultrasound Updates for the not-to-exceed amount of $14,120.00 and authorize execution of the agreement.

25.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed solicitations for Animal Shelter Pharmaceuticals and Clinic Supplies, under IFB #25IFB19.

26.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Services and Purchase Contract #202590 with ShadePro, LLC for a Windscreen at Williamson County Expo Center for Parks and Recreation, in the amount of $9,000.00 and authorize execution of the agreement.

27.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Services and Purchase Contract #202591 with ShadePro, LLC, for a Windscreen, pursuant to BuyBoard Contract #679-22 at the Williamson County Expo Center through the Taylor Rodeo Association Damage Repair (Insurance) for Parks and Recreation in the amount of $12,500.00 and authorize execution of this agreement.

28.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFSQ #24RFSQ53 to Parkhill, Smith, & Cooper, Inc., for the Williamson County North Campus Facility (NCF) Impound Awning for covered parking, in the amount of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) and authorize execution of the agreement.

29.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Refrigeration Appliance Repairs and Maintenance Services under RFP #25RFP20.

30.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses from a General Contractor for the Emergency Services Operation Center (ESOC) Center Computer Room Air Conditioning (CRAC) Unit, under RFCSP #25RFCSP17. Funding source is P#609.

31.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFSQ #24RFSQ53 to Parkhill, Smith, & Cooper, Inc., for Facilities Warehouse Improvements, in the amount of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) and authorize execution of the agreement.

32.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on RFSQ #25RFSQ7 for MEP, Fire Systems and Commissioning Pool to the recommended firms, herein, for a period of two (2) years on an as-needed basis.

33.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed responses for Flex Base, under IFB #25IFB18.

34.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #25IFB6 to Jordan Foster Construction LLC for the CR255 Realignment Project for HNTB in the amount of $20,847,300.93 and authorize execution of this agreement. The funding source is P546.

35.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between KC Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 31, 2022, for Design Engineering Services for Small Drainage and Small Roadway Projects. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.

36.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under the Williamson County Contract between Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024, for Traffic Engineering Services. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.

37.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No. 8 to Work Authorization No. 4 under the Williamson County Contract between Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019, for On Call Utility Coordination and Relocation for All Williamson County Road and Bridge Capital Improvement Projects. Funding source: 01.0777.0200.009007.

38.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 4 to Work Authorization No 5 under Williamson County Contract between Cob, Fendley & Associates, Inc. and Williamson County dated July 16, 2019, for Utility Coordination for CR 255 from CR 254 to Ronald Reagan Blvd. Funding source: P546.

39.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on ratifying and approving the final plat for the Sunset Ridge Ranch subdivision – Precinct 2.

40.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on ratifying and approving the preliminary plat for the Flora Phase 2 subdivision – Precinct 4.

REGULAR AGENDA

41.

Discuss, consider and take any necessary action to approve an Order for Interment by cremation of deceased (John Louis Thibodeaux) who passed away in Williamson County, Texas, where the County has discretion to inter, pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code § 711.002(e), and authorize Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.

42.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming Tuesday, January 7, 2025, as Christine Mihealsick Day in Williamson County upon her recognition as the 2025 Texas Teacher of the Year by the Texas Association of School Administrators.

43.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution recognizing January 9, 2025, as "Yongin City Day" in Williamson County, Texas.

44.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on acknowledging 50 years of service to Williamson County by Williamson County EMS.

45.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving an Education Affiliation Agreement between Williamson County and Temple College.

46.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the Consent to Contract Assignment from Quad Med, Inc. ("Assignor"), which is requesting consent from Williamson County, Texas ("County") for the assignment and transfer of all its interests, rights, and obligations to Bound Tree Medical, LLC ("Assignee") in relation to Contract #23IFB99 EMS Medical Supplies, awarded on September 19, 2023, and authorizing the execution of the Consent to Assignment.

47.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on terminating the original Pictometry International Corp, with Pictometry Corp, Inc, approved by the Commissioners Court on 8.18.2020, under Item #39, and authorizing the execution of the document.

48.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Agreement between Pictometry International Corporation and Williamson County for the annual amount for FY25 & FY26 of $4,712.50 and authorizing the execution of the agreement.

49.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving #202587 between Williamson County and Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc (ESRI) for an annual subscription for the Advantage Program, in the amount of $109,313.75, pursuant to DIR cooperative contract #DIR-CPO-4699 and authorize execution of quote for the annual service subscription.

50.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action by approving Addendum #202598 for the annual Support and Maintenance for Astro/NICE for Dispatch and the Training Lab/Back Up Center with Motorola Solutions, Inc. totaling $516,169.45 pursuant to HGAC Contract #RA05-21, and authorizing the purchase.

51.

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 to acknowledge additional revenue for Veteran Services Donations.

Fiscal Impact

From/To

Acct No.

Description

Amount

0100.0000.367400

Donations

$2561.00

52.

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 to acknowledge additional expenditures for Veteran Services Donations.

Fiscal Impact

From/To

Acct No.

Description

Amount

0100.0405.003670

Donations

$2561.00

53.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the Amendment which incorporates the FEMA Addendum for contract #24RFP30, approved on 4.9.2024, JM Engineering LLC.

54.

Receive and acknowledge approval of Change Order No. 5 from Aggieland Construction for the Expo - Water Storage Tank Project in the amount of $15,650.00, 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.

55.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP #25RFP3 Fleet Shop Addition to Chasco Constructors, ltd., LLP, in the amount of Seven Thousand Dollars ($7,000.00) for Pre-Construction Phase services and Three Hundred Eight Thousand One Hundred Dollars ($308,100.00) Construction Phase services based on the initial Pre-Construction phase and estimated Construction Budget and authorize the execution of the contract. The funding source is P608.

56.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFSQ #24RFSQ53 to Beck Architecture, LLC, for the Lake Creek Annex, in the amount of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand, Seven Hundred Dollars ($119,700.00) and authorize execution of the agreement. The funding source is P632.

57.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Agreement for Construction contract #202569 between Brandt Company, LLC and Williamson County for the Cooling Tower Refresh at Williamson County Lake Creek Annex, in the amount of One Hundred Eighteen Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Seven and 29/100 Dollars ($118,497.29), pursuant to Choice Partners – Contract Number #CSP-22-049MF and execution of the agreement.

58.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Master Service Agreement, #202597, between Williamson County and Parsons Commercial Roofing, Inc. for Roofing Services in the not-to-exceed amount of $500,000.00 pursuant to TIPS Cooperative Contract #211001 and authorize execution of the agreement.

59.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #25IFB5 Herbicides to the lowest responsive bidder, Nutrien Ag Solutions, Inc.

60.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment No 2 under the Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between KC Engineering, Inc. and Williamson County dated May 31, 2022, for Design Engineering Services for Small Drainage and Small Roadway Projects. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004100.

61.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Consent and Development Agreement between Williamson County, Theon Ranches, LP, Daniel and Kathryn Voss, and the proposed Theon Ranches Municipal Utility District No. 3.

62.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of a new Gradall XL3100V Hydraulic Excavator, replacing UGD 0708 (heavy equipment) from Waukesha-Pearce Industries for a total amount of $542,943.23 pursuant to Co-Op BuyBoard contract 685-22, warranties included.

63.

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the Grant Application, Resolution and Financial Commitment Letter, with a commitment to contribute to the local match if the project is selected for funding for the Liberty Hill Bypass East project. Funding Source: 2023 Road Bond Funds.

64.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a TxDOT Resolution and an Amendment to the Advance Funding Agreement to reduce the CAMPO funding for the preliminary design and Environmental Clearance to Update RM 2243 from 193A to IH35. (CSJ 2103-01-038.) Funding Source: Bonds P326.

65.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a TxDOT Resolution and Advance Funding Agreement for RM 2243 Phase 1B for the reconstruction of an existing 2-lane roadway to a 4-lane divided highway on RM 2243 from Garey Park to the Southwest Bypass. (CSJ 2103-01-040) Funding Source: Bonds P326

66.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a TxDOT Resolution and Advance Funding Agreement for RM 2243 Phase 2 for the conversion of a 2/4-lane divided highway to a 6-lane divided highway on RM 2243 from 183A to the Southwest Bypass. (CSJ 2103-01-041) Funding Source: Bonds P326

67.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (4.678 acres as right of way and 2.813 acres as a waterline easement) required for the construction of CR 110N. (Jimmy and Virginia Webb/ Parcel 2) Funding Source: TANS P588.

68.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (0.4078 acres as right of way and .0098 as a waterline easement) required for the construction of CR 314. (Sonwest Co. a Texas Corporation/ Parcel 29) Funding Source: Road Bonds P364.

EXECUTIVE SESSION
"The Commissioners Court for Williamson County reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultations with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations regarding Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations regarding Gifts and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations regarding Security Devices) and 551.087 (Deliberations regarding Economic Development Negotiations)."

69.

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 Arterial 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 the acquisition of real property for CR 175.
        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

70.

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 Garden
  c) Project School Bus
d) Project Lunch Lady
e) Project Sequoia

71.

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. Litigation:

1.  Lawsuits and administrative complaints filed, served and/or received following the Williamson County Commissioners Court agenda submittal deadline
2.  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
3. 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
4.  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
5.  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
6. 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
7. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. Cause No. 23-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480 ^th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
12. Cause No. 24-1887-C26; Ivory Deon Hornsby v. Williamson County, et al.; In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. 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
14. 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
15. Cause No. 24-2467-C425; Carlos Turcios, et al. v. Williamson County, et al; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. Cause No. 24-2687-C395; Paul Johnson v. Williamson County Tax Office; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas

b. Administrative Complaints:
c. Claims:
1. Legal claim related to Bryan Ross.
2. Claim No. 09252024-560-347 - auto liability claim by Madisyn Grace Thomas for incident occurring on or about 09/25/2024.
d. 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 pertaining to the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc.
4. Legal matters relating to James Construction's claims on the SE Loop (East Wilco Hwy) Segment 1 Project.
5. Legal discussions relating to social and political expressions in the workplace.
6. Legal matters and requirements relating to Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) funding through the Economically Distressed Areas Program (EDAP) and the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF).
7. Legal matters and potential litigation relating to non-profit status of EPCOR/ 130 Regional Water Supply Corporation.
8. Legal matters and requirements relating to Purchasing and Contracting Authority of Counties under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 262.
9. Legal matters and statutory authority of Williamson County regarding budgetary amendments by the Board of Directors of the Williamson Central Appraisal District (Tax Code Sec. 6.06) for purposes of appraisal funding.
10. Legal matters pertaining to proposed rules, Chapter 56 in Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code relating to reporting requirements of District and County Attorneys in counties with a population of 500,000 or more.

72.

Discuss and deliberate the employment and duties of the Williamson County Manager (Executive Session as per Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters: Deliberate the appointment and evaluation of public officer/department head).

73.

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).

REGULAR AGENDA (continued)

74.

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other legal matters, including the following:

a. Litigation:

1.  Lawsuits and administrative complaints filed, served and/or received following the Williamson County Commissioners Court agenda submittal deadline
2.  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
3. 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
4.  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
5.  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
6. 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
7. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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.
11. Cause No. 23-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480 ^th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
12. Cause No. 24-1887-C26; Ivory Deon Hornsby v. Williamson County, et al.; In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. 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
14. 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
15. Cause No. 24-2467-C425; Carlos Turcios, et al. v. Williamson County, et al; In the 425th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
16. Cause No. 24-2687-C395; Paul Johnson v. Williamson County Tax Office; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas

b. Administrative Complaints:
c. Claims:
1. Legal claim related to Bryan Ross.
2. Claim No. 09252024-560-347 - auto liability claim by Madisyn Grace Thomas for incident occurring on or about 09/25/2024.

d. 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 pertaining to the CJC North Roof Replacement Project and Contract for Construction Between Williamson County, Texas, and Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc.
4. Legal matters relating to James Construction's claims on the SE Loop (East Wilco Hwy) Segment 1 Project.
5. Legal discussions relating to social and political expressions in the workplace.
6. Legal matters and requirements relating to Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) funding through the Economically Distressed Areas Program (EDAP) and the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF).
7. Legal matters and potential litigation relating to non-profit status of EPCOR/ 130 Regional Water Supply Corporation.
8. Legal matters and requirements relating to Purchasing and Contracting Authority of Counties under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 262.
9. Legal matters and statutory authority of Williamson County regarding budgetary amendments by the Board of Directors of the Williamson Central Appraisal District (Tax Code Sec. 6.06) for purposes of appraisal funding.
10. Legal matters pertaining to proposed rules, Chapter 56 in Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code relating to reporting requirements of District and County Attorneys in counties with a population of 500,000 or more.

75.

76.

Comments from Commissioners.

77.

Public Comment Period. The Commissioners Court will conduct a Public Comment Period to allow members of the public to address the Court regarding matters pertaining to or affecting Williamson County but that do not appear as an Agenda Item on a meeting's Agenda. During such Public Comment Period, speakers shall be limited to a maximum of two (2) minutes to make his/her remarks and the maximum overall discussion time allowed for the Public Comment Period, regardless of the number of members of the public wishing to address the Court during such period, shall be limited to ten (10) minutes. Speaking time, to the extent possible, will be evenly allocated among speakers should more than five (5) speakers desire to speak during the Public Comment Period. Please note that the members of the Court may not comment at the meeting about matters that are not on the agenda.