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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S COURT
OCTOBER 9TH, 2018 
9:30 A.M.
 
             
The Commissioner’s Court of Williamson County, Texas will meet in regular session in the Commissioner's Courtroom, 710 Main Street, in Georgetown, Texas to consider the following items:
 
1. Review and approval of minutes.
 
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.
 
 
3.
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.

 
 
4.
Citizen comments. Except when public hearings are scheduled for later in the meeting, this will be the only opportunity for citizen input. The Court invites comments on any matter affecting the county, whether on the Agenda or not. Speakers should limit their comments to three minutes. Note that the members of the Court may not comment at the meeting about matters that are not on the agenda.
 
 
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 5 – 8 )
 
5.   Discuss, consider and take approriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including one (1) Panasonic CF-52 laptop and one (1) Dell Precision desktop, pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code 263.152.
 
6.   Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, position grade changes and any corresponding line item transfers.
 
7.   Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreements regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies with:
a. St. Richard's Episcopal Church (security and traffic control)
b. Sundance Ranch HOA (Liberty Hill subdivision)
c. Zion Lutheran Booster Club (Annual 5K around the Church in Georgetown)
 
8.   Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Paloma Lake Section 22B subdivision - Precinct 4.
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
9.   Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
 
10.   Discuss, consider, and take approprate action regarding a Supplemental Standard Utility Agreement between PEC and Williamson County for utility relocation on CR 258, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct 2.
Project: P256 Funding: Road Bond
 
11.   Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Order Regarding the Extension of Arterial A by the City of Round Rock from Forest Creek Blvd. to SH 45.
 
12.   Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreed Order with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
 
13.   Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with John B. Gordon and Cruzita R. Gordon for right of way needed on CR 176 (Parcel 11). Funding Source: Road Bonds P241
 
14.   Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a proposed Williamson County Landfill- Site Operating Plan Permit Modification.
 
15.  
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the FY 2019 Williamson County Resolution for the Indigent Defense Grant Program.
 
16.   Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of the Standard Agreement with Block House Municipal Utility District regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies.
 
17.   10:00 Conduct public hearing relating to a request from District Attorney Shawn Dick to increase the budgeted salary amount for the positions of DA Lead Victim Assistance Coordinator, position #1847; DA Felony Prosecutor I, position #1848 and DA Felony Prosecutor I, position #1848, in the District Attorney’s Office and discuss (1) the reason for the payment in excess of the budgeted amount is being offer to the employee, including the public purpose that will be served by making the excess payment; and (2) the exact amount of the excess payment, the sources of the payment, and the terms for distribution of the payment that effect and maintain the public purpose to be served by making the excess payment.
  1. The reason for the payment in excess of the budgeted amount is to provide for an increased hiring salary for well qualified applicants.
  2. The excess amount is $30,286.65 which will be paid through the normal bi-weekly payroll. The public purpose served by providing the increased salaries is the ability to reduce service delivery issues due to excess training required for less experienced employees.
 
18.   Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a request by District Attorney Shawn Dick to increase the budgeted salary amount for the following positions: DA Lead Victim Assistance Coordinator, position #1847 from the budgeted annual salary amount of $43,671.81 to the increased salary amount of $55,570; DA Felony Prosecutor I, position #1849 from the budgeted annual salary amount of $91,742.23 to the increased salary amount of $100,936.46; DA Felony Prosecutor I, position #1848 from the budgeted salary of $91,742.23 to the increased salary amount of $100,936.46 for the remainder of the current fiscal year.
These increases will be funded using excess salary funds in the current budget.
 
19.   Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on FY18.19 Budget Order.
 
20.   Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding agreement with Charter Communications Operating, LLC d/b/a Spectrum for internet services at 321 Ed Schmidt Blvd, Suite 200 (Commissioner Pct 4 office).
 
21.   Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding termination notice of IFB contract #1601-050, Corrugated Metal Pipe, with Contech Engineering Solutions LLC upon recommendation of Williamson County Road & Bridge Department.
 
22.   Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of Williamson County Jail Pharmaceutical Service and Supplies contract 1708-185, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract, for the term of October 17, 2018 - October 16, 2019, with Westwood Pharmacy.
 
23.   Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on supplanting and replacing the Agreement Between Owner and Contractor by and between Williamson County, Texas and A Greater Austin Development Co. relating to the San Gabriel Ranch Road Bridge Project, which was previously approved by the Williamson County Commissioners Court at its Regular Session on September 18, 2018, with that certain agreement entitled Standard Form of Agreement by and between Williamson County, Texas and A Greater Austin Development Co.
 
24.   Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Price Quotations #216959-03, #225540-01, #225540-02, #225609-01, and #216854-01 between Holt Caterpillar and Williamson County for Heavy Equipment in the amount of $1,093,499.01 (including Buyboard Fee) pursuant to BuyBoard contract #515-16 and authorizing the purchase.
 
25.   Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding IFB #1808-256 Ronald Reagan Blvd Turning Lanes Widening at Santa Rita Blvd to the lowest responsive bidder, Joe Bland Construction and authorizing the execution of the agreement.
 
26.   Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the purchase of FY 19 Oracle Maintenance and Support in the amount of $308,254.58 and FY 19 Oracle Licensing for Treasury, Financial and Purchasing in the amount of $16,596.49 from Mythics, Inc. per DIR contract #DIR-TSO-2548.
 
27.   Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Price Quotation between Freightliner of Austin and Williamson County for Heavy Equipment in the amount of $513,936.00 (including Buyboard Fee) pursuant to BuyBoard contract # 521-16 and authorizing the purchase.
 
28.   Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing a blanket purchase order for fuel for the WIlliamson County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $150,000, to Fuelman per TCPN contract #R161501 pricing.
 
29.   Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Price Quotation #1129360 between Ewald Kubota, INC and Williamson County for Heavy Equipment in the amount of $112,391.42 pursuant to BuyBoard contract #s 515-16 / 529-17 and authorizing the purchase.
 
30.   Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Price Quotation between Silsbee Ford and Williamson County for Vehicles in the amount of $158,667.00 pursuant to HGAC Buy contract # VE11-15 and authorizing the purchase.
 
31.   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 revenues for the District Attorney's office from State Judiciary Apportionment Funds.
 
Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0000.335602 Dist Atty Salary Supplement $7,500.00
 
32.   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 the District Attorney's office from State Judiciary Apportionment Funds.
 
Fiscal Impact
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
0100.0440.001940 Apportionment Supplement $6,168.25
0100.0440.002010 FICA $471.89
0100.0440.002020 Retirement $859.86
 
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)."
 
33.  
Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087:
a) Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
b) Discuss North Woods Road District.
c) Project Amazon
d) Wolf Lakes
e) Project Capstone
f) Project Dalton House
g) Flint Hill Resources-Taylor Fuel Storage Terminal on CR 366
 
34.  
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 proposed or potential purchase or lease of property owned by third parties
a) Discuss the acquisition of real property for right-of-way for N. Mays St. Extension
b) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop.
c) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 176 at RM 2243
d) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 101
e) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 200
f) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 278 at Bagdad Rd.
g) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 29 LTP.
h) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
i) Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests for the Brushy Creek Trail Project.
j) Discuss the acquisition of real property and easements from San Gabriel River Ranch Subdivision.
k) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 278 @ Bagdad Rd.
l) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Seward Junction SE Loop.
m) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 29 @ DB Wood.
n) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Hairy Man Rd.
o) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW Bypass.
p) Discuss Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.
q) Discuss the aquisition of real property for CR 111.
r) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
s) Discuss an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Hutto regarding CR 163.
t) Discuss the acquisition of drainage easements on the Forest North Drainage Project.
u) Discuss the acquisition of Office Condominiums at 321 Ed Schmidt Boulevard, Hutto, Texas
v) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the expansion of Ronald Reagan at IH 35.
w) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
x) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
y) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
z) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Southeast Corridor.
aa) Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
bb) Discuss possible sale of County-owned 7.38 acres in Breakaway Park Subdivision.
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 wastewater easements in Berry Springs Park
c) Discuss sale of County property on Ronald Reagan Blvd.
d) Discuss possible sale of +/- 10 acres located on Chandler Road near the County Sheriff's Office Training Facility
e) Potential governmental uses for 8th Street downtown parking lot
f) Discuss possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (formerly occupied by WCCHD)
g) Discuss property usage at Longhorn Junction
C. Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman.
D. Discuss the possible placement of agricultural-related monuments at the Williamson County Exposition Center with the participation of third parties.
E. Discuss the San Gabriel River trail easements.
F. Discuss the TCEQ Agreed Order
G. Discuss the extension of Arterial A by the City of Round Rock
 
35. Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.071 consultation with attorney.), including the following:

a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Employee/personnel related matters
d) 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.
e)  Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
f)  Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal
g)  Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
h)  Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
i)  Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
j)  Case No. 1:17-cv-00290, Rodney A. Hurdsman v. Williamson County Sheriff Deputies Pokluda et al, In The Unites States District Court For The Western District of Texas – Austin Division.
k)  Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-153-SS, Royce Belcher v. Williamson County, Texas, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
l)  Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
m)  LCRA TSC Leander-Round Rock 138-Kv Transmission Line Project within the Public Right-Of-Way (Row) of New Hope Road, Ronald Reagan Boulevard, and Hero Way
n)  Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
o)  Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01114-LY, Elizabeth Saucedo v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
p)  Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01113-LY, Tettus Davis v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
q)  Amendment to Interlocal Lease Agreement between Williamson County and City of Georgetown relating to Williamson County’s property located near Martin Luther King Boulevard and 8th Streets in Georgetown, Texas
r)  Civil Action No. 1:18-CV-49, Troy Mansfield v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
s)  Discuss law in relation to Williamson County compensation policies.
t)  Erik Olmeda vs. Williamson County and Keith LNU, In the County Court at Law No. 4 of Williamson County, Texas
u)  Cause No. 18-0903-C425; Dee Hobbs, Williamson County Attorney v. Dan A. Gattis, Williamson County Judge, and Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey and Larry Madsen, County Commissioners; In the 425th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
v)  Potential opioid litigation
w)  Valerie Adams - EEOC Charge No. 450-2018-03807
x)  Terry Ballard – EEOC Charge No. 451-2018-02074
y)  Legal and contractual matters relating to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program/Local Provider Participation Program and Williamson County Charity Services.
z)  Legal matters relating to a tax delinquency for the property located at 1402 Charpiot Drive, Round Rock 78681 (WCAD R055154)
 
36. 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).
 
37. Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).
 
38. Deliberate the appointment, evaluation and employment of the Senior Director of the Williamson County Human Resources Department, to include possibly conducting interviews of candidates for such position (Executive Session as per Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters: Deliberate the appointment and evaluation of public officer/department head).
 
39. Deliberate the appointment, evaluation and employment of the Director of Administration, to include possibly conducting interviews of candidates for such position (Executive Session as per Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters: Deliberate the appointment and evaluation of public officer/department head).
 
REGULAR AGENDA (continued)
 
40. Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
 
41. Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
 
42. Discuss and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters, including the following:

a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Employee/personnel related matters
d) 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.
e) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
f)  Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding possible appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and approval of payment of disputed employment taxes pending appeal
g)  Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
h)  Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
i)  Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline
j)  Case No. 1:17-cv-00290, Rodney A. Hurdsman v. Williamson County Sheriff Deputies Pokluda et al, In The Unites States District Court For The Western District of Texas – Austin Division.
k)  Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-153-SS, Royce Belcher v. Williamson County, Texas, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
l)  Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
m)  LCRA TSC Leander-Round Rock 138-Kv Transmission Line Project within the Public Right-Of-Way (Row) of New Hope Road, Ronald Reagan Boulevard, and Hero Way
n)  Employment law claims of Michelle Williams, Andrenia McGowen and/or Raphaela Johnson.
o)  Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01114-LY, Elizabeth Saucedo v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
p)  Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01113-LY, Tettus Davis v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
q)  Amendment to Interlocal Lease Agreement between Williamson County and City of Georgetown relating to Williamson County’s property located near Martin Luther King Boulevard and 8th Streets in Georgetown, Texas
r)  Civil Action No. 1:18-CV-49, Troy Mansfield v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
s)  Discuss law in relation to Williamson County compensation policies.
t)  Erik Olmeda vs. Williamson County and Keith LNU, In the County Court at Law No. 4 of Williamson County, Texas
u)  Cause No. 18-0903-C425; Dee Hobbs, Williamson County Attorney v. Dan A. Gattis, Williamson County Judge, and Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey and Larry Madsen, County Commissioners; In the 425th District Court of Williamson County, Texas
v)  Potential opioid litigation
w)  Valerie Adams - EEOC Charge No. 450-2018-03807
x)  Terry Ballard – EEOC Charge No. 451-2018-02074
y)  Legal and contractual matters relating to the Williamson County Health Care Participation Program/Local Provider Participation Program and Williamson County Charity Services.
z)  Legal matters relating to a tax delinquency for the property located at 1402 Charpiot Drive, Round Rock 78681 (WCAD R055154
 
43. 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.
 
44. Comments from Commissioners.
 

_________________________
Dan A. Gattis, County Judge


This notice of meeting was posted in the locked box located on the south side of the Williamson County Courthouse, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the ______ day of ________, 2018 at ________ and remained posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.

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