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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING 
OCTOBER 19, 2010

             
STATE OF TEXAS )(

COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:37 A.M. on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
Dan A. Gattis, County Judge  
 
Lisa Birkman, Commissioner Precinct 1  
 
Cynthia Long, Commissioner Precinct 2  
 
Valerie Covey, Commissioner Precinct 3  
 
Ron Morrison, Commissioner Precinct 4  
 
Nancy E. Rister, County Clerk  
Attendees:
Hal Hawes, Legal Advisor Commissioners' Court
Connie Singleton, Deputy County Clerk
             
1. Review and approval of minutes.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

To approve the minutes of the last meetings.

 
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
             
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Unified System.
 

No action was taken.

             
3.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, and Wire Transfers 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.

Commissioner Birkman abstained in regards to payment of an invoice for San Gabriel Parkway. (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached)
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,172,844.92 from computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, 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:
  10.19.2010 Funding Report
  Conflict of Interest Affidavit - Birkman
  Quick Check Report
  Wire Transfers
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
  There were no citizens comments.
             
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes 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 - 9)
             
5. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Constable Pct #1.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Constable Pct #1.
From 0100-0551-005740 Computer Equipment>$5000 $771.62  
To 0100-0551-003011 Computer Software<$5000 $771.62  
 
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. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for County Clerk Records Management.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for County Clerk Records Management:
From 0385-0385-005740 Computer Equipment >$5000 $10,908.00  
To 0385-0385-003010 Computer Equipment<$5000 $10,908.00  
From 0385-0385-005741 Computer Software>$5000 $5,150.00  
To 0385-0385-003011 Computer Software<$5000 $5,150.00
 
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 authorizing the transfer of various equipment and vehicles through inter-office transfer and to Auction/Donation/Destruction.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 

Motion: To authorize the transfer of various equipment and vehicles through inter-office transfer and to Auction/Donation/Destruction.

 
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 Transfers
 
             
8. Consider approving Justice of the Peace Pct. #4 September 2010 monthly report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005(b)
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Pct. #4 September 2010 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:
  Sept. Monthly Report
 
             
9. Discuss and take action on appointment of Barry Smith to ESD #5 in Jarrell.  He will be replacing Ashley Reeves.  Term will be November 2010 to November 2012.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the appointment of Barry Smith to Emergency Services District #5 in Jarrell replacing Ashley Reeves to finish the term of November 2009 to November 2011.
 
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:
  Barry
 
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 9:42 A.M. AND RECONVENED AT 9:56 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010.
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
10. Discuss and take appropriate action on road bond program.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.

No action was taken.
             
11. Hear the 2010 Construction Summary Report for Road Bond and Pass Through Financing Projects.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Attachments:
  Oct 10 CSR
 
             
12. Discuss and consider approving a revision to Project Construction Manual Section 3, Bid Instructions/Requirements.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.

No action was taken.
  Attachments:
  Revised PCM Section 3
 
             
13. Consider authorizing Agreed Judgment with Pearl Hanusch. (Haybarn Lane)
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize an Agreed Judgment with Pearl Hanusch. (Haybarn Lane)
 
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:
  Hanusch Agreed Judgement - Haybarn Lane
 
             
14. Consider a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the condemnation of certain property interests required for the construction of SH 195 and take appropriate action. (Johnson)
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a resolution determining the necessity and authorize the condemnation of certain property interests required for the construction of SH 195. (Johnson)
 
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:
  Johnson COndemnation Resolution
 
             
15. Consider authorizing the County Judge to execute a Possession and Use Agreement with Marion K. Shipman regarding right-of-way on SH 195. (P111)
  This item was removed from the Agenda.
  Attachments:
  Johnson PUA - SH 195-(P111)
 
             
16. Consider a resolution determining the necessity and authorizing the condemnation of certain property interests required for the construction of US 183 and take appropriate action. (American Dream RV's Inc)
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a resolution determining the necessity and authorize the condemnation of certain property interests required for the construction of US 183. (American Dream RV's Inc)
 
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:
  American Dream RVs Condemnation Resolution
 
             
17. Consider and take appropriate action on concurrence with Williamson County Conservation Foundation Board on issuing a Determination Letter and Participation Agreement on Highland Six Twenty Residential Ltd., aka Highland Horizon Phase II.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve concurrence with Williamson County Conservation Foundation Board on issuing a Determination Letter and Participation Agreement on Highland Six Twenty Residential Ltd., aka Highland Horizon Phase II.
 
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:
  response letter from USFWS on Highland
  determination letter - Highland Phase II
 
             
18. Consider and take appropriate action regarding Adopt a Park program.
 

Senior Director of Parks & Recreation Jim Rodgers addressed the Court.

  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the Adopt a Park program.
 
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:
  Program Description
  Adopt a Park Agreement
  volunteer liability release
 
             
19. Discuss and take appropriate action on approving the Office of the Attorney General contract between the AG and Williamson County.
  Motion By: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the Office of the Attorney General contract between the Attorney General and Williamson County for the District Clerk's office.
 
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:
  OAG Contract
 
             
20. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the duties and compensation of the Project Manager for the Public Safety Technology Project.
  Senior Director of Emergency Services John Sneed addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To appoint Richard Semple as Project Manager for the Public Safety Technology Project and approve the duties and compensation of $1000/month stipend for the project .
 
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
             
21. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding request for one (1) grant funded position in the Emergency Management Department.
  The following addressed the Court:
Manager Emergency Management Jarred Thomas
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the request for one (1) grant funded position in the Emergency Management Department with job description revision.
 
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:
  Emer Mgmt Position
 
             
22. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for the Emergency Management Department.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  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 for the Emergency Management Department:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount  
  0100-0000-370507 EMPG Grant Revenue $44,995.99
 
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
             
23. Consider declaring an emergency and approving a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Emergency Management Department.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and approving a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Emergency Management Department:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount  
  0100-0541-001100 Emergency Mgmt/Salary $31,837.30  
  0100-0541-002010 Emergency Mgmt/FICA $2,435.55  
  0100-0541-002020 Emergency Mgmt/Retirement $3,689.94  
  0100-0541-002030 Emergency Mgmt/Insurance $7,033.20  

 
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
             
24. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the 2010 - 2011 Williamson County Wellness Program - "Commit to be Fit" beginning November 1, 2010.
  This item was removed from the Agenda.
             
25. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding Williamson County Incentive Pay Plan for FY 2012.
  This item was removed from the Agenda.
             
26. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding 7/27/2010 action taken by the Commissioners' Court to approve employment of Steve Mierl and Firm of Cornell, Smith & Mierl, LLP to represent Williamson County regarding General Employment Law Advice and Counsel as matters may arise and exemption of those attorney services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To approve hiring Steve Mierl of the firm of Cornell, Smith & Mierl, LLP to represent Williamson County regarding General Employment Law Advice and Counsel as matters may arise and exemption of those attorney services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act (Sec. 262.024 (a) (4) Local Government Code); approving without the billing cap, and with Senior Director of Human Resources Lisa Zirkle and Judge Gattis to report back to the Court on status.

 
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. Discuss and consider approving change in Election Day polling place for Precinct 266.
  Kay Proud of Elections and Elections Administrator Rick Barron addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve the change from Riviera Springs Clubhouse to Cedar Park Randalls, 1400 Cypress Creek Road, Cedar Park as Election Day polling place for Precinct 266.
 
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:
  Order Approving Change in Election Day Polling Place
 
             
28. Discuss and consider approving revisions to the temporary branch polling places for the November 2, 2010 Local Option Election.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve revisions to the temporary branch polling places for the November 2, 2010 Local Option Election.
 
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:
  Order Approving Early Voting Polling Places
 
             
29. Discuss and consider approving two additional temporary branch polling places for the November 2, 2010 elections.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve two additional temporary branch polling places for the November 2, 2010 elections.
 
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:
  Order Approving Additional Polling Places
 
             
30. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the aftermath of Tropical Storm Hermine.

  Manager Emergency Management Jarred Thomas addressed the Court.
             
31. Discuss and take action on out of county residential services contract with Gulf Coast Trade Center.
  Juvenile Services Assistant Director Scott Matthew introduced his new Assistant Matt Smith to the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve out of county residential services contract with Gulf Coast Trade Center.
 
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:
  Gulf Coast Trade Center RTC
 
             
32. Discuss and take action on out of county residential services contract with Hector Garza Residential Treatment Center.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve out of county residential services contract with Hector Garza Residential Treatment Center.
 
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:
  Hector Garza RTC
 
             
33. Discuss and take action on out of county residential services contract with Pathways 3H Wilderness Residential Treatment Center.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve out of county residential services contract with Pathways 3H Wilderness Residential Treatment Center.
 
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:
  Pathways 3H Wilderness RTC
 
             
34. Discuss and take action on out of county residential services contract with Brookhaven Residential Treatment Center.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve out of county residential services contract with Brookhaven Residential Treatment Center.
 
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:
  Brookhaven RTC
 
             
35. Discuss and take action on out of county residential services contract with Rockdale Regional Residential Treatment Center.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve out of county residential services contract with Rockdale Regional Residential Treatment Center.
 
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:
  Rockdale 4M Youth Regional RTC
 
             
36. Discuss and take action on out of county residential services contract with Victoria County Residential Treatment Center.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve out of county residential services contract with Victoria County Residential Treatment Center.
 
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:
  \\Juvenile\users\RMurray\Contracts\2011 Contracts\2011 AgendaLink Contracts\Victoria Cty RTC.pdf
 
             
37. Discuss and take action on out of county residential services contract with Nueces County Bootcamp Residential Treatment Center.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve out of county residential services contract with Nueces County Bootcamp Residential Treatment Center.
 
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:
  Nuences County Bootcamp RTC
 
             
38. Discuss and take action on Bluebonnet Trails MHMR Psychiatric Services Contract.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve Bluebonnet Trails Mental Health Mental Retardation Psychiatric Services Contract.
 
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:
  Bluebonnet Trails MHMR Psychiatric Services Contract
 
             
39. Discuss and take action on counseling services contract with Bluebonnet Trails MHMR.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve counseling services contract with Bluebonnet Trails Mental Health Mental Retardation.
 
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:
  Bluebonnet Trails LPC Contract
 
             
40. Discuss and take action on polygraph services contract with Peter J. Heller and Associates.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve polygraph services contract with Peter J. Heller and Associates.
 
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:
  Peter J. Heller and Associates Contract
 
             
41. Discuss and take action on Spanish Interpreter services contract with Martha Pasiminio.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve Spanish Interpreter services contract with Martha Pasiminio.
 
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:
  Martha Pasiminio Interpreter Services Contract
 
             
42. Discuss and take action on mental health psychological services contract with Jessica Hernandez.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve mental health psychological services contract with Jessica Hernandez.
 
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:
  Jessica Hernandez Counseling Services Contract
 
             
43. Discuss and take action on drug and alcohol counseling contract with Suzanne and Michael Mohr.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the drug and alcohol counseling contract with Suzanne and Michael Mohr.
 
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:
  Suzanne and Michael Mohr Counseling Contract
 
             
44. Discuss and take action on substance abuse counseling services contract with Tommy Schmitt.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the substance abuse counseling services contract with Tommy Schmitt.
 
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:
  Tommy Schmitt Counseling Contract
 
             
45. Discuss and take action on counseling services contract with Shoal Creek Counseling.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the counseling services contract with Shoal Creek Counseling.
 
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:
  Shoal Creek Counseling Contract
 
             
46. Discuss and take action on counseling services contract with Central Texas Counseling.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the counseling services contract with Central Texas Counseling.
 
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:
  Central Texas Counseling Contract
 
             
47. Consider approving the Purchasing Cooperative Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Round Rock.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the Purchasing Cooperative Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Round Rock.
 
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:
  Round Rock Purchasing Cooperative Interlocal Agreement
 
             
48. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of November 17, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. in the Purchasing Department to initially receive qualifications for re-certification of engineering firms for 2006 Road Bond Program, RFQ #10WCRFQ1011.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set date of November 17, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. in the Purchasing Department to initially receive qualifications for re-certification of engineering firms for 2006 Road Bond Program, RFQ #10WCRFQ1011.
 
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
             
49. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of Nov. 9, 2010 to receive bids for asphalt mixes item 7 & 8 for URS at 2:00 P.M.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set date of Nov. 9, 2010 to receive bids for asphalt mixes item 7 & 8 for URS at 2:00 P.M.
 
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
             
50. Consider awarding bids received for Bid # 11WCA035, uniforms for Law Enforcement Department and civilian personnel for the Sheriff's Office, to the lowest and best bidders meeting specifications- complete list filed with official minutes.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve awarding bids received for Bid # 11WCA035, uniforms for Law Enforcement Department and civilian personnel for the Sheriff's Office, to the lowest and best bidders meeting specifications - complete list filed with official minutes.
 
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:
  Bid Tab Law Enforcement Uniforms
 
             
51. 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 County Attorney Legislative Supplement paid by the State of Texas.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the County Attorney Legislative Supplement paid by the State of Texas:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount  
  0100-0475-001100 Salaries $50,320.00  
  0100-0475-002010 FICA $3,849.48  
  0100-0475-002020 Retirement $5,832.09  
  0100-0475-004902 Co Atty Leg Supp. $2,498.43  
 
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 10:34 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010.
             
52. Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.0721 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 of lease of property by the County:

a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for RM 2338 Phase II.

b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for SH 195 0.805 south of Bell County Line to IH 35.

c) 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.

d) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for O'Connor Boulevard and 620 project.

e) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Blvd. Phase II project from FM 3405 to Reagan Blvd.

f) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Blvd. Phase III and Phase IV.

g) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 project.

j) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way on Haybarn Lane.

k) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way on CR 274/San Gabriel Parkway.

l) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along Lakeline extension.

m) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along Great Oaks extension.

n) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along SW By-Pass.

o) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along Pearson and Neenah.

p) Discuss proposed Northwoods Road District.

q) Discuss conveyance of University Boulevard right-of-way.

r) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for US 79 Section 3 from East of Hutto to CR 402.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
53. 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.)

Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
and/or other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts (discussion and possible action)

a)  Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims
b)  Employment related matters 
c)  Cause No. 10-1107-C368; Jana Duty, County Attorney of Williamson County, Texas vs. Dan A. Gattis, County Judge of Williamson County, Lisa Birkman, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey, and Ron Morrison, County Commissioners; In the District Court, Williamson County, Texas, 368th Judicial District.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:20 A.M. AND RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:20 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010.
             
54. Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate.
  No action was taken.
             
55. Discuss and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 

Motion: To instruct Bickerstaff, Heath, Delgado, Acosta LLP to represent Judge Dan A. Gattis, Commissioner Lisa Birkman, Commissioner Cynthia Long, Commissioner Valerie Covey, Commissioner Ron Morrison, County Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig and County Auditor David Flores in all litigation matters relating and pertaining to Cause No. 10-1107-C368; Jana Duty, County Attorney of Williamson County, Texas vs Dan A. Gattis, County Judge of Williamson County, Lisa Birkman, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey and Ron Morrison, County Commissioners; In the District Court, Williamson County, Texas 368th Judicial District as a part of the other matters to which Bickerstaff, Heath, Delgado, Acosta LLP was originally retained by vote of the Williamson County Commissioners' Court on September 29, 2010.

 
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
             
56. Comments from Commissioners.
  Commissioner Covey introduced her parents who were visiting the Court today.

Commissioner Birkman announced the Nightmare on Jail Hill Haunted House that will take place at the old jail in Georgetown on October 22nd-23rd and October 29th-30th from 7:00 to 10:00 P.M.  Admittance is $8 for adults and $5 for children ages 9-12.

Judge Gattis reminded the Court that November 11th is Veteran's Day which is a county holiday. The deadline for Agenda items for the November 16th Commissioners' Court meeting will be Wednesday, November 10th.
  Attachments:
  Nightmare on Jail Hill Haunted House Flyer
 

COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 11:23 A.M. AND ADJOURNED AT 11:23 A.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 26th day of October, 2010. 


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

By: Connie Singleton, Deputy


    

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