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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JUNE 18, 2024


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:33 A.M. on TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 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
 
             
1. Review and approval of minutes.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Motion:To approve the minutes of the June 11, 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
             
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:
June 18, 2024 Supplemental Funding Report $6,672,801.64
Summary of Additional Transactions $581,476.94
Grand Total $7,254,278.58
from the Funding Reports, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and Electronic Benefit Payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.
 
Aye: County Judge 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
  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 – 24 )
             
3. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3.
  Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3.
 
Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0453-004350 Printed Materials & Binding $4,000.00
To 0100-0453-004141 Interpreters $4,000.00
 
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
             
4. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Facilities.
  Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Motion:To approve a line item transfer for Facilities.
 
Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0509-003011 Computer Software $420.00
From 0100-0509-003105 Paper Supplies $10,000.00
From 0100-0509-003311 Uniforms $3,000.00
From 0100-0509-004500 Maintenance Services $50,000.00
From 0100-0509-004962 Janitorial Contract Services $20,000.00
To 0100-0509-004510 Facility Maint and Repair $71,420.00
To 0100-0509-003318 Janitorial Supplies $5,000.00
To 0100-0509-003102 Safety Supplies $7,000.00
 
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
             
5. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through 06/06/2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
  Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
  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 06/06/2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 
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:
  041224-060624 Refunds Over 2500
 
             
6. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of May 2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
  Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Motion:To approve property tax collections for the month of May 2024 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 
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:
  050124-053124 GWI-RFM
  050124-053124 GWI-RFM graph
 
             
7. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the County Attorney April 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 the County Attorney April 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 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  Attachments:
  April report
 
             
8. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve the County Attorney May 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 the County Attorney May 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 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  Attachments:
  May report
 
             
9. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, May 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Motion:To approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, May 2024 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
 
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:
  JP1 EOM MAY 2024
 
             
10. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, May 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 Peace, Pct. 3, May 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 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  Attachments:
  May 2024 - CCP 103
 
             
11. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a User Agreement to Purchase Driver Records or Driver Record Monitoring Services between Williamson County and the Department of Public Safety for the State of Texas; and rescind action taken on Item #14 of the January 30, 2024 Williamson County Commissioners Court Session that approved a prior version of a User Agreement to Purchase Driver Records or Driver Record Monitoring Services between Williamson County and the Department of Public Safety for the State of Texas.
  Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Motion:To approve a User Agreement to Purchase Driver Records or Driver Record Monitoring Services between Williamson County and the Department of Public Safety for the State of Texas; and rescind action taken on Item #14 of the January 30, 2024 Williamson County Commissioners Court Session that approved a prior version of a User Agreement to Purchase Driver Records or Driver Record Monitoring Services between Williamson County and the Department of Public Safety for the State of Texas.
 
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:
  DPS Driver Records Agreement
 
             
12. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Santa Rita Ranch AQ/Toll Brothers for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective June 18, 2024. (Traffic control & security in Santa Rita Ranch community)
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Motion:To approve Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Santa Rita Ranch AQ/Toll Brothers for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective June 18, 2024. (Traffic control & security in Santa Rita Ranch community)
 
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:
  Toll Brothers
 
             
13. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed statements of qualifications for Jail Inmate Medical Services for the County Jail, under #24RSFQ61
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed statements of qualifications for Jail Inmate Medical Services for the County Jail, under #24RSFQ61
 
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
             
14. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed statements of qualifications for Jail Inmate Psychological Services for the County Jail, under #24RSFQ62.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Motion:To approve authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed statements of qualifications for Jail Inmate Psychological Services for the County Jail, under #24RSFQ62.
 
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
             
15. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase between Williamson County and GTS Technology Services for CRADLEPOINT INC for a total amount of $52,333.60 pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4751.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Motion:To approve purchase between Williamson County and GTS Technology Services for CRADLEPOINT INC for a total amount of $52,333.60 pursuant to DIR contract #DIR-CPO-4751.
 
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:
  Form 1295 GTS
  GTS Quote
 
             
16. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFSQ #24RFSQ53 for Design or Engineer Services for Minor County Building Projects to the recommended firms, as a pool, herein for a period of two (2) years on an as-needed basis.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Motion:To approve awarding RFSQ #24RFSQ53 for Design or Engineer Services for Minor County Building Projects to the recommended firms, as a pool, herein for a period of two (2) years on an as-needed basis.
 
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:
  Recommendation Letter with attached list
  Scoresheet
 
             
17. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on formally closing out and not awarding #24IFB001 Portland Cement, due to no responses received and approve the quote for Ash Grove Cement with the attached unit pricing. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Motion:To approve formally closing out and not awarding #24IFB001 Portland Cement, due to no responses received and approve the quote for Ash Grove Cement with the attached unit pricing. 
 
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 Ash Grove Cement
 
             
18. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Diamond Surveying, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024 for Land Surveying Services. This supplemental is to increase the maximum amount payable to $50,000.00. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004150.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Motion:To approve Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 1 under Williamson County Contract between Diamond Surveying, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024 for Land Surveying Services increasing the maximum amount payable to $50,000.00 to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004150.
 
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:
  Diamond 24RFSQ13 WA1 SA1 On Call Land Surveying
 
             
19. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $25,000.00 to expire on July 31, 2026 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Walker Texas Surveyors and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024 for On Call Land Surveying Services. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004150.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Motion:To approve Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $25,000.00 to expire on July 31, 2026 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Walker Texas Surveyors and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024 for On Call Land Surveying Services to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004150.
 
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:
  Walker 24RFSQ13 WA1 On Call Land Surveying Services
 
             
20. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Work Authorization No 1 to Work Authorization No 2 under Williamson County Contract between WSB & Associates, Inc. dba WSB Engineers and Surveyors, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 9, 2021 for CR 201 From CR 200 to Umbrella Sky. Funding source: P499.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  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 WSB & Associates, Inc. dba WSB Engineers and Surveyors, Inc. and Williamson County dated March 9, 2021 for CR 201 From CR 200 to Umbrella Sky 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:
  WSB T2444 WA2 SA1 CR 201
 
             
21. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on proposed landfill tipping fee rate increases. 
  General Counsel Hal Hawes addressed the Court.
This item was moved to the regular agenda.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion:To approve proposed landfill tipping fee rate increases as attached. 
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Nay: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Attachments:
  Landfill Tipping Fee
 
             
22. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire July 31, 2026 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping, LLC and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024 for On Call Land Surveying Services. Funding source: 01.0200.0210.004150.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Motion:To approve Work Authorization No 1 in the amount of $50,000.00 to expire July 31, 2026 under Williamson County Contract for Surveying Services between Surveying And Mapping, LLC and Williamson County dated March 19, 2024 for On Call Land Surveying Services to be funded by 01.0200.0210.004150.
 
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:
  SAM 24RFSQ13 WA1 On Call Land Surveying Services
 
             
23. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the RCG 48 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 RCG 48 subdivision – Precinct 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:
  Preliminary Plat - RCG-48
 
             
24. 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. 50.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  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. 50.
 
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:
  Letter to TCEQ RE MUD No. 50 Creation
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
25. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a proclamation designating June 2024 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month in Williamson County.
  Department of Family and Protective Services Administrator Michael Aguirre addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve a proclamation designating June 2024 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month in Williamson County.
 
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:
  Elder Abuse Awareness Month Proclamation 2024
 
             
26. Discuss, consider, and take action on recognizing Williamson County as a Gold recipient of the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health.
  Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Motion:To approve recognizing Williamson County as a Gold recipient of the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health.
 
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 on a policy exception for position changes to the PreTrial Manager.1713 position within Department 591 PreTrial Services.
  Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve a policy exception for position changes to the PreTrial Manager.1713 position within Department 591 PreTrial Services.
 
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:
  6.18.24
 
             
28. Discuss and take appropriate action on Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) funding and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
  Community Development Administrator Sally Bardwell addressed the Court.
 
No action was taken on this item.
  Attachments:
  ESG and HOME Funds
 
             
29. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on exemption to policy for position salary change for Juvenile Services.
  Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve an exemption to policy for position salary change for Juvenile Services.
 
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:
  Position Change
 
             
30. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on submission of a Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) grant application for the BJA FY24 Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Site-Based Program (COSSUP) grant with an application deadline of July 1, 2024.
  Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve submission of a Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) grant application for the BJA FY24 Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Site-Based Program (COSSUP) grant with an application deadline of July 1, 2024.
 
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
             
31. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on setting the off-duty government and non-governmental vehicle reimbursement rates at the calculated usage rate of $14 per hour, to be effective October 1, 2024.
  Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve setting the off-duty government and non-governmental vehicle reimbursement rates at the calculated usage rate of $14 per hour, to be effective October 1, 2024.
 
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
             
32. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a budget of $480,000 from American Rescue Plan Act Interest Funding  for 501P Wilco Bldg Fire Line.
  Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
  Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve a budget of $480,000 from American Rescue Plan Act Interest Funding  for 501P Wilco Bldg Fire Line.
 
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
             
33. 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 Fleet Maintenance Fund.
  Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
  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 Fleet Maintenance Fund.
Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0882-0000-341205 Fleet Maintenance Fees $124,000.00
 
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
             
34. 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 Fleet Maintenance Fund.
  Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
  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 Fleet Maintenance Fund.
 
Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0882-0882-003524 Sublets $124,000.00
 
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
             
35. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the General Fund.
  Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the General Fund.
 
Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-364100 Insurance Proceeds $16,768.46
 
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
             
36. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Facilities Department.
  Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances to approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Facilities Department.
 
Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0509-004962 Janitorial Contract Svcs $280.00
  0100-0509-004510 Facility Repairs $16,488.46
 
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
             
37. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
 
This item was pulled from the agenda.
             
38. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the disposal of county assets through trade-in (quote attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code 263.152(2) and the purchase of eight (8) Ambulances - Wheeled Coach Ford F450 Type1 from Siddons Martin Emergency Group, LLC in the amount of $2,464,510.00 through the purchasing Co-Operative HGAC contract #AM10-23 (EMS) and authorizing the execution of the purchase contract.
  Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve the disposal of county assets through trade-in (quote attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code 263.152(2) and the purchase of eight (8) Ambulances - Wheeled Coach Ford F450 Type1 from Siddons Martin Emergency Group, LLC in the amount of $2,464,510.00 through the purchasing Co-Operative HGAC contract #AM10-23 (EMS) and authorize the execution of the purchase contract.
 
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:
  Agreement and Quote
  Form 1295 - Siddons Martin
 
             
39. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the software service agreement #2024210 between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for the CloudGavel's eWarrent Solutions software for a total amount of $5,000.00, pursuant to Sourcewell contract #090320-TTI.
  Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve software service agreement #2024210 between Williamson County and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for the CloudGavel's eWarrent Solutions software for a total amount of $5,000.00, pursuant to Sourcewell contract #090320-TTI.
 
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 Technologies CloudGavel Service Agreement
 
             
40. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on allocating to Hendrix Consulting Engineers a deduction arising from its creation of technical specifications for the installation of energy efficient commercial building property as part of the Williamson County Childrens Advocacy Center, which resulted in reduced energy consumption [Per IRC §179D(d)(4)].
  Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve allocating to Hendrix Consulting Engineers a deduction arising from its creation of technical specifications for the installation of energy efficient commercial building property as part of the Williamson County Childrens Advocacy Center, which resulted in reduced energy consumption [Per IRC §179D(d)(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:
  Allocation Letter
  Transfer Form
 
             
41. Receive the June 2024 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
 
No action was taken on this item.
  Attachments:
  June 2024 Construction Summary Report
  June 2024 PowerPoint Presentation
 
             
42. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Traffic Control Improvements Agreement and Memorandum with K29 1941 Investments, LP, and Highway 29 Commercial, LLC.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve a Traffic Control Improvements Agreement and Memorandum with K29 1941 Investments, LP, and Highway 29 Commercial, LLC.
 
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:
  Memorandum
  Agreement
 
             
43. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Development Agreement with Hutto 525 Development Partners for improvements to CR 133.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve a Development Agreement with Hutto 525 Development Partners for improvements to CR 133.
 
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:
  CR 133 Development Agreement
 
             
44. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 8 in the amount of ($100,119.66) for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 Reconstruction (James Construction Group) P: 390 Funding Source: Road Bond.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve Change Order No. 8 in the amount of ($100,119.66) for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 Reconstruction (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#8
 
             
45. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 13 in the amount of $15,975.61 for Project 22IFB39 CR 111 Westinghouse Road (Capital Excavation) P: 292 Funding Source: Road Bond.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve Change Order No. 13 in the amount of $15,975.61 for Project 22IFB39 CR 111 Westinghouse Road (Capital Excavation) to be funded by P292.
 
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:
  22IFB39 CR111 CO#13
 
             
46. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $21,500.00 for Project 24IFB15 Liberty Hill Bypass (Chasco Constructors) P: 346 Funding Source: Road Bond.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $21,500.00 for Project 24IFB15 Liberty Hill Bypass (Chasco Constructors) to be funded by P346.
 
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:
  24IFB15 LHB-CO#2
 
             
47. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 3 in the amount of ($470,934.99) for Project 22IFB126 Future County Road (CR 404 to FM 973) (Chasco Constructors) P: 619a Funding Source: Road Bond.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve Change Order No. 3 in the amount of ($470,934.99) for Project 22IFB126 Future County Road (CR 404 to FM 973) (Chasco Constructors) to be funded by P619a.
 
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:
  22IFB126-FCR- CO#3
 
             
48. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 3 in the amount of ($245,181.11) for Project 23IFB34 CR 307 Reconstruction (Joe Bland Construction) P: 394 Funding Source: Road Bond.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve Change Order No. 3 in the amount of ($245,181.11) for Project 23IFB34 CR 307 Reconstruction (Joe Bland Construction) to be funded by P394.
 
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:
  23IFB34-CR307-CO#3
 
             
49. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 9 in the amount of ($151,545.26) for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 Reconstruction (James Construction Group) P: 390 Funding Source: Road Bond.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve Change Order No. 9 in the amount of ($151,545.26) for Project 22IFB57 CR 401 Reconstruction (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#9
 
             
50. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Letter Agreement with Usman Azam for a 0.0459 acre Bartlett Electric Utility Easement for the County Road 314 project, parcel 10. Funding Source: Road Bond (P364)
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve a Letter Agreement with Usman Azam for a 0.0459 acre Bartlett Electric Utility Easement for the County Road 314 project, parcel 10 to be funded by P364.
 
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:
  Easement
 
             
51. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Consent to Evaluate and Investigate and Survey Permit (Right of entry) with John Kitsmiller and Renee Kitsmiller for survey purposes needed on Corridor A2. (PARCEL 27) Funding Source: TANS P588
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve a Consent to Evaluate and Investigate and Survey Permit (Right of entry) with John Kitsmiller and Renee Kitsmiller for survey purposes needed on Corridor A2 (PARCEL 27) to be funded by TANS P588.
 
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:
  Request
 
             
52. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Advance Funding Agreement for Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Program and Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending Program Off System with the State of Texas for the Hero Way project Phase 1A. Funding Source: TANS P588
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve an Advance Funding Agreement for Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Program and Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending Program Off System with the State of Texas for the Hero Way project Phase 1A to be funded by TANS P588.
 
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:
  AFA
 
             
53. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a fixed move relocation claim with Mark Bjork and Heidi Bjork as a result of a right of way acquisition for the Hero Way project (Parcel 335). Funding Source: TANS P588
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:To approve a fixed move relocation claim with Mark Bjork and Heidi Bjork as a result of a right of way acquisition for the Hero Way project (Parcel 335) to be funded by TANS P588.
 
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:
  claim
 
             
54. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn (Lot 1 of Teichelman Acres and 2.69 acres out of the Jacob Ebberly survey) required for the construction of Corridor A-2. (2600 Bluebonnets LLC) Funding Source: TANS P588
  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 (Lot 1 of Teichelman Acres and 2.69 acres out of the Jacob Ebberly survey) required for the construction of Corridor A-2 (2600 Bluebonnets LLC) to be funded by TANS P588.
 
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
 
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:00 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 2024.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:01 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 2024.

COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:01 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 2024.
             
55. 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: CR 332
        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. 
         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. 

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
  Tamela Baker of Walburg addressed the Court.
 
No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
56. 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 Soul Train  
  c) Project School Bus
 
No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
57. 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. Cause No. 22-2067-C395; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney's Office Victim Services Division, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00019; Cindy McNatt, individually and as dependent administrator of Estate of Joshua Ray McNatt, et al. v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
12. Cause No. 23-0297-C368; Texas Fair Defense Project v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00086; Kailey Padilla v. Daniel Osvaldo Perez and Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
19. 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
20. 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
21. Cause No. 23-2583-C480; Chauncy Williams v. Adrianne Pernell, et al.; In the 480th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
22. Cause No. 3-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B
d. Claims:
1. Claim No. 07192023-560-109 - auto liability claim by Edge Electric, Inc. for incident occurring on or about 7/19/2023
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.
  Marcia Strickler-Watson of Austin addressed the Court.
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
Jay Martin of Cedar Park addressed the Court.
Rocky Stone of Georgetown addressed the Court.
Paul Parker of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 
No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
58. 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.
             
59. 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.
             
60. 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 12:10 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 2024.
             
61. Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 
No action was taken on this item.
             
62. Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 
No action was taken on this item.
             
63. 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. Cause No. 22-2067-C395; Chauncy Williams v. Williamson County Attorney's Office Victim Services Division, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. Civil Action No. 1:23-cv-00019; Cindy McNatt, individually and as dependent administrator of Estate of Joshua Ray McNatt, et al. v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
12. Cause No. 23-0297-C368; Texas Fair Defense Project v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
13. Cause No. 23-0612-C395; Kirsten Davis v. Williamson County, Texas, et al.; In the 395th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
14. Cause No. 23-1061-C368; Heather Lorenzen v. Williamson County; In the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. Civil Action No. 1:24-cv-00086; Kailey Padilla v. Daniel Osvaldo Perez and Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
19. 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
20. 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
21. Cause No. 23-2583-C480; Chauncy Williams v. Adrianne Pernell, et al.; In the 480th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
22. Cause No. 3-2566-C480; Williamson County, Texas v. DM Medical Billings, LLC and Dina Mueller; In the 480th Judicial District Court; Williamson County, Texas
c. Administrative Complaints:
1. EEOC Charge No. 451-2023-00766 - K.B
d. Claims:
1. Claim No. 07192023-560-109 - auto liability claim by Edge Electric, Inc. for incident occurring on or about 7/19/2023
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.
  Marcia Strickler-Watson addressed the Court.
Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 
No action was taken on this item.
             
64. 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.
  Lori Gallagher of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
 
No action was taken on this item.
             
65. Comments from Commissioners.
 
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook remembered the victims of the violence at the Round Rock Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday evening, and expressed her hope that there will be enough witnesses coming forward to help find the person responsible.

County Judge Bill Gravell Jr. expressed his thanks to the City of Round Rock, the Sheriff's Department, Round Rock Police Chief Banks, Round Rock Mayor Morgan, our EMS Department and everyone else who responded so quickly in response to this horrible situation, pledging all necessary resources to assist.

Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey expressed agreement with everything already said, and sorrow over the loss of one of our county commissioner staff members, Tammy Smith, last week, which led to the abbreviated Commissioners Court session last week.

Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles expressed his sorrow, saying that Round Rock Mayor Craig Morgan's words captured his thoughts as well.

 
             
66.
Public Comment Period.
 
Those who addressed the Court:
Jay Martin of Cedar Park
Paul Parker of Georgetown
Marcia Strickler-Watson of Austin
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:20 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 2024.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 25th day of June, 2024.


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

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

    

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