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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
JANUARY 21, 2014



STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:41 A.M. on TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 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 2 Cynthia Long  
 
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey  
 
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison  
 
County Clerk Nancy E. Rister  
Absent:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Others Present:
Hal Hawes, Legal Advisor to Commissioners' Court
Carolyn Deibler, Deputy 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 14, 2014 meeting.

 
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 (Absent)
  Attachments:
  01.14.2014 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 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,444,537.62 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 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Attachments:
  01.21.2014 Funding Report
  01.21.2014 Quick Check Report
  01.21.2014 Wire Transfers
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
 

Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill 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 – 14 )
             
5. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Records Mngt/Prsrv Fd-Co Wide.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Records Mngt/Prsrv Fd-Co Wide:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0390-0390-004100 Professional Services $3,665.00
To 0390-0390-004550 Imaging & Microfilming $3,665.00
 
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 (Absent)
             
6. To discuss and take appropriate action on the approval of a Line Item Transfer for the Department of Infrastructure.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Department of Infrastructure:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0215-004999 Miscellaneous $163.00
From 0100-0215-004541 Vehicle Repair&Maint $72.00
To 0100-0215-003900 Membership Dues $235.00
 
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 (Absent)
             
7. To discuss and take appropriate action on the approval of a line item transfer for Fleet Services.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Fleet Services:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0882-0882-005003 Equip> $5000.00 $3,758.00
To 0882-0882-003001 Fleet/Small Tools $3,758.00
 
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 (Absent)
  Attachments:
  iloopGroupsFleet
 
             
8. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the County Judge's office.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Judge's office:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0400-003120 Printer Supplies $149.99
To 0100-0400-003010 Computer Equipment <5K $149.99
 
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 (Absent)
             
9. Consider reappointments of Daniel W. Martillotti, Kurt Michael Prossner and Anthony Clark to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors, for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2014 and expiring on December 31, 2015.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To re-appoint Daniel W. Martillotti, Kurt Michael Prossner, and Anthony Clark to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #12 Board of Directors, for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2014 and ending on December 31, 2015.
 
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 (Absent)
             
10. Consider authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in (complete list attached).
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in (complete list attached).
 
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 (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Asset Change Forms
 
             
11. Consider accepting a $100.00 donation for a Memorial Tree planting in honor of Joycelyn Rogers.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To accept a $100.00 donation for a Memorial Tree planting in honor of Joycelyn Rogers.
 
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 (Absent)
             
12. Consider accepting a $100.00 donation for a Memorial Tree planting in honor of Joe Rogers.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To accept a $100.00 donation for a Memorial Tree planting in honor of Joe Rogers.
 
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 (Absent)
             
13. Consider accepting a $100.00 donation for a Memorial Tree planting in honor of Dorothy Besch.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To accept a $100.00 donation for a Memorial Tree planting in honor of Dorothy Besch.
 
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 (Absent)
             
14. Discuss and consider approval of preliminary plat for the Stephen Jones subdivision - Pct 4.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a preliminary plat for the Stephen Jones subdivision - Precinct #4.
 
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 (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Prelim Plat - Stephen Jones subdivision
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
15. Recognition of Williamson County EMS promotions within the Clinical Practices Department.
  Director of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Kenny Schnell and Commander of Clinical Practices Terri King addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
16. Hear a presentation by the Texas Veterans Land Board recognizing the Williamson County Commissioner's Court and the Veterans Services office.
  Ken Wallingford of the Texas Veterans Land Board addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
17. 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.
             
18. Hear the January 2014 Construction Summary Report for Road Bond and Pass Through Financing projects.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
  Attachments:
  January 2014 CSR
 
             
19. Discuss and consider approving CP&Y, Inc. Supplemental #2 to their Construction Inspection & Observation Professional Service Agreement (PSA) to continue work on the Ronald Reagan North Phase 4 Road Bond project.  
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the CP&Y, Inc. Supplemental #2 to their Construction Inspection & Observation Professional Service Agreement (PSA) to continue work on the Ronald Reagan North Phase 4 Road Bond 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 (Absent)
  Attachments:
  CPY Supplemental 2 to Construction and Observation PSA for Ronald Reagan North Phase 4
 
             
20. Consider authorizing the Commissioners Court to execute a real estate contract with THE GUY JR. FAMILY TRUST and THE LORENZA G. KNIGHT AND MONNAJENE G. KNIGHT REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST for property located in Georgetown, Texas.
  Judge Gattis abstained from voting on this item (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize Commissioner Covey to execute a real estate contract with THE GUY JR. FAMILY TRUST and THE LORENZA G. KNIGHT AND MONNAJENE G. KNIGHT REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST for property located in Georgetown, Texas.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Other: County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Abstain)
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Conflict of Interest Affadavit - Gattis
  Guy Family Trust Real Estate Contract
 
             
21. Consider authorizing the County Judge to execute a letter agreement with Forman Financial of Lakeline, LLC for a waterline easement to Chisholm Trail Special Utility District relating to the 183 Ext. Project ( Parcel 7).
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Attorney Charlie Crossfield of Sheets and Crossfield.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a letter agreement with Forman Financial of Lakeline, LLC for a waterline easement to Chisholm Trail Special Utility District relating to the 183 Extension Project ( Parcel 7).
 
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 (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Foreman Financial of Lakeline Letter Agreement
 
             
22. Consider accepting a Donation Special Warranty Deed and Drainage Easement from the John S. Avery Exempt Trust for ROW needed on CR 111.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To accept a Donation Special Warranty Deed and Drainage Easement from the John S. Avery Exempt Trust for right-of-way (ROW) needed on County Road 111.
 
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 (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Avery Donation Deed
  Avery Drainage Easement
 
             
23. Discuss and take appropriate action on a resolution regarding the Georgetown salamander.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a resolution regarding the Georgetown Salamander.
 
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 (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Salamander Resolution
 
             
24. Discuss and take appropriate action on appointment of Denise Ross to the Board of Directors of Emergency Services District (ESD) #11 for a two-year term expiring on December 31, 2015.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To appoint Denise Ross to the Board of Directors of Emergency Services District (ESD) #11 for a two-year term beginning January 21, 2014 and ending December 31, 2015.
 
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 (Absent)
             
25. Discuss and take appropriate action on appointment of Lesley Hood to the Board of Directors of Emergency Services District (ESD) #11 for a two-year term expiring on December 31, 2015.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To appoint Lesley Hood to the Board of Directors of Emergency Services District (ESD) #11 for a two-year term beginning January 21, 2014 and ending December 31, 2015.
 
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 (Absent)
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED AT 10:02 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2014.
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED AT 10:05 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2014.
             
26. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding an education affiliation agreement with WCEMS for Emergency Management Training and Services.
  Director of Emergency Medical Services Kenny Schnell addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a BLS Education Affiliation Agreement with Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (WCEMS) for Emergency Management Training and Services.
 
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 (Absent)
  Attachments:
  EMTS ALS Education Affiliation Agreement
  EMTS BLS Education Affiliation Agreement
 
             
27. Discuss and take appropriate action on the approval of the Primary Early Voting Schedule and polling locations for the March 4, 2014 Primary Elections.
  Elections Administrator Jason Barnett addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the Primary Early Voting Schedule and polling locations for the March 4, 2014 Primary Elections.
 
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 (Absent)
  Attachments:
  EV Schedule Primary Elections
 
             
28. Discuss and take possible action to amend Debt Management Policy.
  First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To amend the Debt Management Policy.
 
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 (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Debt Management Policy
 
             
29. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the renaming of CR 151 to Stadium Dr. in Pct 3.
  Director of Geographic Information System (GIS)/Addressing Richard Semple addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the renaming of County Road 151 to Stadium Drive in Precinct #3.
 
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 (Absent)
  Attachments:
  CR151
 
             
30. Discuss and take appropriate action on the 2013 Master Interlocal Agreement and Sharing Addendum between Texas Conference of Urban Counties, Inc. and Williamson County in relation to Participation in the Urban Counties Techshare Program.
  Senior Director of Technology Services Jay Schade addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the 2013 Master Interlocal Agreement and Sharing Addendum between Texas Conference of Urban Counties, Inc. and Williamson County in relation to Participation in the Urban Counties Techshare Program.
 
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 (Absent)
  Attachments:
  TCUC Master Interlocal Agreement
  TCUC TechShare Program Resource Sharing Addendum
 
             
31. Discuss and take appropriate action on approving Software License Agreements for SessionWorks Judge Edition (Enterprise) and SessionWorks Clerk Edition (Enterprise) with Tyler Technologies.
  Senior Director of Technology Services Jay Schade addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve Software License Agreements for SessionWorks Judge Edition (Enterprise) and SessionWorks Clerk Edition (Enterprise) with Tyler Technologies.
 
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 (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Tyler Agreement Clerk Edition
  Tyler Agreement Judge Edition
 
             
32. Consider awarding proposal received for Consultant to Develop the 2014-2018 Consolidated HUD Plan, 14RFP00210 to the best proposal meeting specifications – WFN Consulting, LLC and approving the Agreement for execution.
  Purchasing Director Bob Space and Grants Coordinator Sally Bardwell addressed the Court.
  Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To award proposal received for Consultant to Develop the 2014-2018 Consolidated HUD Plan, 14RFP00210 to the best proposal meeting specifications – WFN Consulting, LLC and authorize the County Judge to execute the Agreement.
 
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 (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Submittals HUD Plan
  Evaluation HUD Plan
  Recommendation HUD Plan
  WFN Consulting Contract
 
             
33. 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.
  Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Manager Marty Herrin addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Hazardous Materials (HazMat) department:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-342801 HazMat Training Fees $16,800.00
 
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 (Absent)
             
34. 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.
  Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Manager Marty Herrin addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Hazardous Materials (HazMat) department:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0542-004228 HazMat Training Program $16,800.00
 
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 (Absent)
             
35. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Constable Precinct #2.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Constable Precinct #2:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-367400 Donations $750.00
 
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 (Absent)
             
36. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Constable Precinct #2.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Constable Precinct #2:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0552-003670 Use of Donations $750.00
 
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 (Absent)
             
37. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-367403 Park Donations $1,665.00
 
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 (Absent)
             
38. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0510-003670 Use of Donations $1,665.00
 
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 (Absent)
             
39. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the revenues for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the revenues for the National Association of Counties (NACo) Prescription Discount Card Program:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-370500 Miscellaneous Revenue $8,920.00
 
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 (Absent)
             
40. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the expenditures for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the expenditures for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0630-004921 Co Wide RX Disc Card Program $8,920.00
 
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 (Absent)
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO A ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:39 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2014.
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:40 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2014.
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:40 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2014.
             
41. 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 Hwy 79 Section 3.
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
e) Discuss proposed acquisition of 89.476 acres by Georgetown Inner Loop.
f) Discuss proposed sale of 98 acre tract abutting Blue Springs Blvd.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
42. 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 12:20 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2014.
             
43. Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
44. 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.
             
45. Comments from Commissioners.
  There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:20 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2014. 
 
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 28th day of January 2014.


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy


    

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