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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
JANUARY 14, 2014
 

STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:38 A.M. on TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2014, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis  
 
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman  
 
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long  
 
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey  
 
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison  
Absent:
County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
Hal Hawes, Legal Advisor to Commissioners' Court
Carolyn Deibler, Deputy County Clerk
Marilyn Cavender, Executive Assistant County Clerk
 
             
1. Review and approval of minutes.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the Minutes of the January 7, 2014 meeting.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  01.07.2014 CC Minutes
 
             
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
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.
  Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager Donna Baker addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $4,713,584.52 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, and Quick Check Report from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  01.14.2014 Funding Report
  01.14.2014 Quick Check Report
  01.14.2014 Wire Transfers
  COA Birkman
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
 

Wilson Morris and Gary Boyd representing the San Gabriel District of Boy Scouts of America addressed the Court.

             
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 – 10 )
             
5. Discuss and consider approving line item transfer for County Jail.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Jail:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0570-003318 Janitorial Supplies $1,654.00
To 0100-0570-003001 Small Equipment & Tools <$5000 $1,654.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
6. Please consider and approve a Line Item Transfer for the District Attorney's Office.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the District Attorney's Office:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0440-001125 Longevity $300.00
To 0100-0440-001101 Part-time Salaries $300.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
7. Consider approving Justice of the Peace 4, December 2013 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct #4, December 2013 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005(b).
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  JP4 DEC 2013 EOM REPORT
 
             
8. Consider authorizing the disposal of tower light beacon cone through auction (see attached).
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of tower light beacon cone through auction (see attached).
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Asset Change Forms
 
             
9. Acknowledge and enter into the official minutes of the Williamson County Commissioners Court an agreement between First Public - Lone Star Investment Pool and First Financial Equity Corporation to provide investment opportunities for Williamson County.  This agreement was approved by the Williamson County Investment Committee on December 16, 2013.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion:  To acknowledge an agreement approved by the Williamson County Investment Committee on December 16, 2013, between Williamson County and First Public - Lone Star Investment Pool and First Financial Equity Corporation to provide investment opportunities for Williamson County.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
10. Discuss and take appropriate action on approving the 2013 Williamson County Investment Policy and entering said policy into the official minutes of the Williamson County Commissioners Court.  There were no changes to the Policy.
 

First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.

  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the 2013 Williamson County Investment Policy with no changes.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Wilco Investment Policy Dec 2013
  Sep 2013 Policy Letter
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
11. To discuss and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure's projects and issues update.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
12. Consider authorizing 2006 Road Bond Transfer request per recommendation by Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager to transfer $250,000.00 from Non-Departmental (P156) to Bagdad Road (CR 280 to SH 29 - P272) project.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.

Commissioner Birkman abstained from voting on this item (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize 2006 Road Bond Transfer Request per recommendation of Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to transfer $250,000.00 from Non-Departmental (P156) to Bagdad Road (County Road 280 to State Highway 29 - P272) project.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Abstain)
  Attachments:
  COA Birkman
  121113 RB XFER
 
             
13. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with the Guy Jr. Family Trust for 12.93 acres owned by Williamson County.
  Attorney Charlie Crossfield of Sheets and Crossfield addressed the Court.

Judge Gattis abstained from voting on this item (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with the Guy Jr. Family Trust for 12.93 acres owned by Williamson County.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Other: County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Abstain)
  Attachments:
  Conflict of Interest Affadavit - Gattis
  Guy Real Estate Contract
 
             
14. Authorize the County Judge to execute a Second Amended Tax Increment Financing Agreement with the City of Georgetown regarding the Rivery Park Reinvestment Zone.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Second Amended Tax Increment Financing Agreement with the City of Georgetown regarding the Rivery Park Reinvestment Zone.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Exhibit D
  Second Amended Tax Increment Financing Agreement- Rivery Park
 
             
15. Set date, time and place for public hearing regarding compliance with Chapter 2007, Government Code. Texas Private Real Property Rights Compliance Act.
  Attorney Charlie Crossfield of Sheets and Crossfield addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To schedule a Public Hearing regarding compliance with Chapter 2007, Government Code. Texas Private Real Property Rights Compliance Act on March 25, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. in the Commissioners' Court Courtroom.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
16. Discuss and consider authorizing County Judge to execute an Agreement with UP Railroad regarding closing the RR crossing at CR 123 and Highway 79 and construction of a new RR crossing at the extension of Tradesman Park Blvd. and Highway 79.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute an Agreement with Union Pacific (UP) Railroad regarding closing the railroad (RR) crossing at County Road 123 and U.S. Highway 79 and construction of a new RR crossing at the extension of Tradesman Park Boulevard and U.S. Highway 79.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  UPR Public Highway At-Grade Crossing Agreement
 
             
17. Discuss and consider authorizing the County judge to execute a Development Agreement with Brushy Creek Ranch Investments, Ltd. regarding the extension of Tradesman Park Blvd. south of Highway 79.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Development Agreement with Brushy Creek Ranch Investments, Ltd. regarding the extension of Tradesman Park Boulevard south of U.S. Highway 79.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Tradesman Park Development Agreement
 
             
18. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a proposed PEC/LCRA electric transmission line in Williamson County.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) Regulatory Case Manager Christian Powell addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
  Attachments:
  Letter
  Backup Information
  Map
 
             
19. Discuss and take appropriate action on extending IFB#13IFB00109 Signs and Delineators for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the contract term beginning January 15, 2014 through January 14, 2015.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To extend IFB #13IFB00109 Signs and Delineators for the same pricing, terms, and conditions as the existing contract for the contract term beginning January 15, 2014 and ending January 14, 2015.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Garden State Bid Extension.pdf
  Bid submittal Garden State
  Safelane Bid Extension
  Bid submittal Safelane
  CPI decrease
  Backup agenda item
 
             
20. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of February 11, 2014 at 3:00 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive proposals for the lease of Belford Square property at 306 W. 7th Street, Suite 102, Georgetown, TX 78626, proposal #14RFP00213.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set the date of February 11, 2014 at 3:00 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive proposals for the lease of Belford Square property at 306 W. 7th Street, Suite 102, Georgetown, TX 78626, Proposal #14RFP00213.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  14RFP00213
 
             
21. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of February 11, 2014 at 3:00 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive proposals for the lease of Belford Square property at 308 W. 7th Street, Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626, proposal #14RFP00214.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set the date of February 11, 2014 at 3:00 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive proposals for the lease of Belford Square property at 308 W. 7th Street, Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626, Proposal #14RFP00214.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  14RFP00214
 
             
22. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of February 11, 2014 at 3:00 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive proposals for the lease of Belford Square property at 310 W. 7th Street, Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626, proposal #14RFP00215.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set the date of February 11, 2014 at 3:00 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive proposals for the lease of Belford Square property at 310 W. 7th Street, Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626, Proposal #14RFP00215.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  14RFP00215
 
             
23. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the HazMat department.
  First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the HazMat department:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-342801 HazMat Training Fees $18,000.00

The Motion and Second were Withdrawn and no further action was taken on this item.
             
24. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the HazMat department.
  First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the HazMat department.

The Motion and Second were Withdrawn and no further action was taken on this item.
             
25. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for EMS Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for EMS Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-367401 EMS Donations $600.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
26. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the use of EMS Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the use of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0540-003670 Use of Donations $600.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
27. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for unspent 2013 donation dollars for the Parks Department.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for unspent 2013 donation dollars for the Parks Department:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0510-003670 Use of Donations $7,802.03
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:17 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2014.
             
28. Discuss proposed Second Amended Tax Increment Financing Agreement with the City of Georgetown, Texas with respect to the creation of, and the level of participation in the Rivery Park Reinvestment Zone.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
29. 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.)
1. Proposed or potential purchase or lease of property by the County:
a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for SH 195 0.805 South of Bell County Line to IH 35.
b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for US 183 Extension from 1,000 feet South of San Gabriel to 1,000 feet North of SH 29.
c) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for O'Connor Boulevard and 620 projects.
d) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Blvd.
e) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 Seward Junction Loop project.
f) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along Lakeline extension.
g) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for future parkland in Precinct 2. 
h) Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
i) Discuss flooding issues with property located on Pond Springs Rd.
j) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Tradesman Park Blvd.

2. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
a) Discuss County owned real estate adjacent to and near Inner Loop, Georgetown, Texas including Blue Springs Blvd.
b) Discuss County owned real estate adjacent to and near RM 2338 at Booty's Crossing.
c) Discuss County owned real estate on CR 258.
d) Discuss proposed acquisition and/or sale of Guy property.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
30. 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) Cause No. 06-453-C277; Kerry Heckman et al. v. Williamson County, et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th Judicial District
d) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al., In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Civil Action No. 11-278; Will Aguilar v. Williamson County, Texas; Daniel Robertson, and Michael Baxter; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
f) Employment related matters.
g) 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.
h) Civil Action No. 1:11-cv-907, Sarah Doe et al. v. Jerald Neveleff et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
i) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
j) American Arbitration Association # 70 110 Y 00385 13; Williamson County, Texas v. Faulkner USA, Inc.
k) Civil Action No. 1:12-CV-190-LY; Steven Hester v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
l) Cause No. 12-0721-C277; W. Paul Reed et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas; 277th District Court
m) Cause No. 13-0748-C368; Williamson County v. Parsons Environment & Infrastructure Group Inc. et al. in the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
n) Cause No. 1:12-CV-011222LY; Lance Brown v. Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff James Wilson and Shawn Wilson in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:05 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2014.
             
31. Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
32. 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) Cause No. 06-453-C277; Kerry Heckman et al. v. Williamson County, et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th Judicial District
d) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al., In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Civil Action No. 11-278; Will Aguilar v. Williamson County, Texas; Daniel Robertson, and Michael Baxter; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
f) Employment related matters.
g) 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.
h) Civil Action No. 1:11-cv-907, Sarah Doe et al. v. Jerald Neveleff et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
i) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
j) American Arbitration Association # 70 110 Y 00385 13; Williamson County, Texas v. Faulkner USA, Inc.
k) Civil Action No. 1:12-CV-190-LY; Steven Hester v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
l) Cause No. 12-0721-C277; W. Paul Reed et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas; 277th District Court
m) Cause No. 13-0748-C368; Williamson County v. Parsons Environment & Infrastructure Group Inc. et al. in the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
n) Cause No. 1:12-CV-011222LY; Lance Brown v. Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff James Wilson and Shawn Wilson in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
  No action was taken on this item.
             
33. Comments from Commissioners.
  There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:05 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2014.
 
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 21st day of January 2014.


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy


    

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