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Review and approval of minutes. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Motion: To approve the Minutes of the October 27, 2015 meeting.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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10.27.2015 CC Minutes
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Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.
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No action was taken on this item. |
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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.
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Accounts Payable/Payroll Lead Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,198,347.66 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and electronic benefit payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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11.03.2011 Addendum
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11.03.2011 Electronic Payments
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11.03.2011 Quick Check Report
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11.03.2015 Funding Report
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11.03.2015 Wire Transfers
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Citizen comments.
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Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court. |
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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 – 9 )
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Courthouse Repointing Project and approve Change Order 10 in the total amount of $3,044.25 for additional repointing and miscellaneous necessary items beyond the original scope.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Motion: To note in the minutes Sunbelt Building Services, LLC Change Order 10 in relation to the Williamson County Courthouse Repointing Project in the total amount of $3,044.25 for additional repointing and miscellaneous necessary items beyond the original scope.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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P402 Sunbelt Change Order 10
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer, including (2) Tan Metal Shelving Units, (1) Black Metal Shelving Unit, (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code §263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer, including (2) Tan Metal Shelving Units, (1) Black Metal Shelving Unit (complete list attached); pursuant to Texas Local Government Code § 263.152.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Asset Transfer
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through destruction, including (422) Inmate Uniform Pants, (302) Inmate Uniforms Tops, (295) Inmate Shoes, (173) Inmate Blankets, (294) Inmate Mattress Covers, (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code §263.152.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through destruction, including (422) Inmate Uniform Pants, (302) Inmate Uniforms Tops, (295) Inmate Shoes, (173) Inmate Blankets, (294) Inmate Mattress Covers (complete list attached); pursuant to Texas Local Government Code § 263.152.
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Aye:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Asset Destriction
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Donation Emails 2
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Donation Emails
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Consider approving the Investment Report for the Quarter ending September, 2015 which was approved by the Investment Committee on October 26, 2015.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Motion: To approve the Investment Report for the Quarter ending September 2015 which was approved by the Investment Committee on October 26, 2015.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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2015 - 4th Qtr Invest Report
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Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Highlands at Mayfield Ranch Section 6A subdivision - Pct 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Motion: To approve final plat for the Highlands at Mayfield Ranch Section 6A subdivision - Precinct #3.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Final Plat - Highlands at Mayfield Ranch Section 6A
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REGULAR AGENDA
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Discuss and hear an update on re-negotiations to the Cooperative Agreement with the Williamson County and Cities Health District.
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No action was taken on this item. |
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Hear presentation from Dan Wegmiller of Specialized Public Finance, financial advisor, regarding the results of the Limited Tax Refunding Bonds Series 2015A, Rating Agency results and any other items regarding the Counties Debt and Bond activities.
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Financial Advisor Dan Wegmiller of Specialized Public Finance, Inc. (SPFI) addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item. |
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Attachments: |
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Final Transaction Summary for Limited Tax Refunding Bonds
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Refinancing History
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Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item. |
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a TCEQ Agent Authorization Form for the Edwards Aquifer Protection Program associated with CR 258 Phase 2, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 2.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To approve a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Agent Authorization Form for the Edwards Aquifer Protection Program associated with County Road (CR) 258 Phase 2, a Road Bond Project in Precinct #2.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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TCEQ Agent Authorization Form
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Discuss and take appropriate action to approve on the transfers of funds for 2006 Road Bond per recommendations of Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager in the amount of $980,000.00 from 2006 Road Bond Non-Departmental Fund (P156) to: CR 273 (P273) $230,000.00, Gattis School Road at Winterfield Traffic Signal (P319) $250,000.00, to CR 110 at University Traffic Signal (P333) $300,000.00 and to RM 620 Improvements (P167) $200,000.00.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To authorize transfer of 2006 Road Bond funds per recommendations of Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver in the amount of $980,000.00 from 2006 Road Bond Non-Departmental Fund (P156) to County Road (CR) 273 (P273) $230,000.00, to Gattis School Road at Winterfield Traffic Signal (P319) $250,000.00 to CR 110 at University Traffic Signal (P333) $300,000.00, and to Ranch-to-Market (RM) 620 Improvements (P167) $200,000.00.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Memo 10/26/2015
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Discuss and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Leander relating to the rehabilitation of approximately 500 linear feet of County Road 290 with in the City Limits of Leander.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Leander relating to the rehabilitation of approximately 500 linear feet of County Road 290 within the City Limits of Leander.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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City of Leander Interlocal Agreement for Roadway Maintenance for CR 290
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Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval of contract with Jim Whitten Roof Consultants, LLC for consulting services related to roof repairs (211 Commerce, Round Rock, Texas), a project is funded out of 0100-0509 005300.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To approve a Contract for Consulting Services Related to Roof Repairs (211 Commerce, Round Rock, Texas)with Jim Whitten Roof Consultants, LLC; a project funded out of 0100-0509 005300.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Jim Whitten Roof Consultants Contract
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Round Rock Bldg A - Roof Proposal
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Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Andrew H. Morgan, Leslie L. Morgan, Charles R. Woodard and Connie L. Woodard for ROW needed on CR 258. (PARCEL 33)
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Andrew H. Morgan, Leslie L. Morgan, Charles R. Woodard, and Connie L. Woodard for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 258. (PARCEL 33)
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Morgan Real Estate Contract
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on permanent wastewater and water, structure, and subterranean easements, and for a temporary construction easement for the purpose of construction and rehabilitation of Dam 7.
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Senior Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To approve permanent wastewater and water, structure, and subterranean easements and for a temporary construction easement for the purpose of construction and rehabilitation of Dam 7.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Exclusive Wastewater Lines Subterranean Tunnel Easement
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Structure Easement
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Temporary Construction Easement
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Wastewater Lines and Wastewater Lines Easement
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Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding renewal of contract with the Texas Workforce Commission to support operations of the Williamson County Constable's Office, Pct. 3.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion: To approve renewal of contract with the Texas Workforce Commission to support operations of the Williamson County Constable's Office Precinct #3.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Texas Workforce Commission Contract Renewal
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Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Temporary Employment Agreement for Criminal Investigator between Williamson County, Texas and Tim Steglich in order to assist with reviewing and identifying cases that may have been impacted by certain discrepancies in the FBI database that was published between 1999 and 2001 and by DNA mixture interpretation protocols between 1999 and 2015.
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General Counsel Hal Hawes addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Motion: To approve a Temporary Employment Agreement for Criminal Investigator between Williamson County, Texas and Tim Steglich in order to assist with reviewing and identifying cases that may have been impacted by certain discrepancies in the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) database that was published between 1999 and 2001 and by Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) mixture interpretation protocols between 1999 and 2015.
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Other:
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Attachments: |
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Temporary Employment Agreement for Criminal Investigator
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Resume
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Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the District Attorney's Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the District Attorney's Office:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Abstain)
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Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the County Judge to execute the Aetna Renewal for the Administrative Services Contract effective November 1, 2015 through December 31, 2016, between Aetna Life Insurance Company and the Seton Health Agreement as the Insurance Administrator for Williamson County.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the Aetna Renewal for the Administrative Services Contract effective November 1, 2015 through December 31, 2016, between Aetna Life Insurance Company and the Seton Health Agreement as the Insurance Administrator for Williamson County.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Aetna Renewal PackageAdministratives Services Contract Effective November 1, 2015 through December 31, 2016
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Discuss, consider take appropriate action on authorizing the County Judge to execute the Purchase of Service Agreement Renewal effective November 1, 2015 through October 31, 2016, between Alliance Work Partners, Employee Assistance Service Provider for Williamson County.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the Purchase of Service Agreement Renewal effective November 1, 2015 through October 31, 2016, between Alliance Work Partners, Employee Assistance Service Provider for Williamson County.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Alliance Work Partners Purchase of Service Agreement
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Discuss the use of unallocated or available funds in the 2015 Certificates of Obligation and 2013-2015 Cash Ending Reduction Programs.
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Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig, Manager of Wireless Communications Catherine Roberts, Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh, Facilities Director Gary Wilson, Senior Director of Technology Services Jay Schade, and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item. |
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Attachments: |
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Capital Improvement Plan 2016
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Take appropriate action regarding use of unallocated or available funds in the 2015 Certificates of Obligation and 2013-2015 Cash Ending Reduction Programs.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To allocate $51,637,721.51 as outlined on the spreadsheet for various projects with the changes to JP4 to just say JP4 and to take off the words "sand shed" from the North Campus Improvements.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion: To allocate $5,883,280.49 out of Cash Ending to pay for the projects that are listed here in Column H.
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Aye:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Discuss and take appropriate action on a use agreement for the historic Williamson County Jail on November 15, 2015 by Brandcave.
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This item was pulled from the Agenda. |
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Attachments: |
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Use Agreement
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the implementation of a County-wide Burn Ban not to exceed 90 days and to authorize the County Judge to lift said ban if conditions improve minimizing the risk of an uncontrolled fire.
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Emergency Management Coordinator Jarred Thomas addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item. |
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the approval and acceptance of FY15 Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $73,500. The project is for the purchase of a HazMat Trailer Prime Mover (heavy duty pickup with gooseneck towing capabilities of approximately 30,000 pounds) and Mobile Radio with both 800 MHz and VHF capabilities.
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Emergency Management Coordinator Jarred Thomas addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Motion: To approve and accept the Fiscal Year 2015 Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $73,500.00 for the purchase of a HazMat Trailer Prime Mover (heavy duty pickup with gooseneck towing capabilities of approximately 30,000 pounds) and Mobile Radio with both 800 MHz and VHF capabilities.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Award Prime Mover
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Certifications & Assurances
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Congradulatory Letter
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Responsibilities Memo
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the approval and acceptance of FY15 Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $4,635. The project is for the purchase of a Flourine Detector and Support Equipment for the Hazardous Materials Response Team.
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Emergency Management Coordinator Jarred Thomas addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Motion: To approve and accept the Fiscal Year 2015 Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $4,635.00 for the purchase of a Flourine Detector and Support Equipment for the Hazardous Materials Response Team.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Award - Flourine Detector
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Certifications & Assurances
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Congradulatory Letter
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the approval and acceptance of FY15 Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $29,695. The project is for the purchase of a Mercury Analyzer and Support Equipment, to include a Mercury Recovery Vacuum for the Hazardous Materials Response Team.
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Emergency Management Coordinator Jarred Thomas addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Motion: To approve and accept the Fiscal Year 2015 Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $29,695.00 for the purchase of a Mercury Analyzer and Support Equipment, to include a Mercury Recovery Vacuum for the Hazardous Materials Response Team.
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Aye:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Award - Mercury Analyzer
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Certifications and Assurances
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Congradulatory Letter
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Responsibility Memo
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the approval and acceptance of FY15 Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $47,920.32. The project is for the purchase of a Personal Protective and Support Equipment for the Williamson County EMS SWAT Medic Team.
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Emergency Management Coordinator Jarred Thomas addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Motion: To approve and accept the Fiscal Year 2015 Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $47,920.32 for the purchase of a Personal Protective and Support Equipment for the Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Medic Team.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Award - SWAT Medic Equip
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Certifications & Assurances
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Congradulatory Letter
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Responsibilities Memo
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the approval and acceptance of FY15 Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $10,000. The project is for the purchase of an Annual HazMat Monitor Maintenance Service for the Hazardous Materials Response Team.
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Emergency Management Coordinator Jarred Thomas addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Motion: To approve and accept the Fiscal Year 2015 Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $10,000.00 for the purchase of an Annual HazMat Monitor Maintenance Service for the Hazardous Materials Response Team.
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Aye:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Award - Monitor Maintenance
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Certifications & Assurances
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Congradulatory Letter
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Responsibilities Memo
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for IH-35 Northbound Driveway, Bid #1510-019.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Motion: To authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for Interstate Highway (IH) 35 Northbound Driveway, Bid #1510-019.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Bid Packet
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving extension for RFP#15IFB103, Crack Seal Services with RHB Construction, Inc through February 28, 2017.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Motion: To approve extension for Request for Proposal (RFP) #15IFB103 for Crack Seal Services with RHB Construction, Inc. through February 28, 2017.
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Aye:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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RHB Construction Bid Extension
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding bids received for IFB# 1509-010, Asphalt Mixes, to the lowest and best bidder – Primary vendor for all items, Industrial Asphalt and Aggregate; Secondary vendor, APAC-Texas for items 05, 06, 07, 08, 11.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Motion: To award bids received for Invitation for Bid (IFB) #1509-010, Asphalt Mixes, to the lowest and best bidder – Primary vendor for all items: Industrial Asphalt and Aggregate and Secondary vendor: APAC-Texas for items 05, 06, 07, 08, and 11.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Recommendation Letter
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Asphalt Mixes Bid Tab
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing extension of RFP#15RFP107, Belford Square Lease, 310 W. 7th Street, Suite 103, Georgetown, Texas 78626 to November 1, 2016 with Sylvia Sanchez.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Motion: To authorize extension of Request for Proposal (RFP) #15RFP107, Belford Square Lease, 310 West 7th Street, Suite 103, Georgetown, Texas 78626 to November 1, 2016 with Sylvia Sanchez.
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Aye:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Belford Square Lease Remewal - Sanchez
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Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the revenues for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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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 revenues for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program:
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Aye:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the expenditures for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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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 expenditures for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program:
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Aye:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:51 A.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2015.
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Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087:
a) Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
b) Discuss Pearson Road District.
c) Discuss North Woods Road District.
d) Discuss Kaufman Loop.
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No action was taken in Executive Session. |
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Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)
A. Real Estate Owned by Third Parties
1. Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential purchase or lease of property owned by third parties
a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for SH 195
b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 project.
c) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop.
d) Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
e) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Sneed Loop
f) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Neenah Blvd.
g) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 119
h) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Tradesman Park.
i) Discuss the acquisition of real property for proposed CR 110 project. (All sections)
j) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 258
k) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Kruger property exchange (3901 CR 130 Hutto, TX)
l) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Arterial H.
m) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
n) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the Williamson County Expo Center.
o) Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests on CR 240.
p) Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests for the Brushy Creek Trail Project.
q) Discuss the acquisition of real property from Taylor ISD and WILCO Park Foundation for the East Wilco Park Access Road.
r) Discuss the acquisition of real property from the Andice Cemetery.
B. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
1). Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential sale or lease of property owned by the County
a) Discuss County owned real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
b) Discuss proposed sale of real estate on Inner Loop
c) Discuss proposed trade of real estate adjacent to Chandler Rd. and CR 130
d) Discuss proposed exchange of property with Mr. Kruger
e) Discuss real estate at 355 Texas Ave.
f) Discuss the proposed sale of portion of county property on Inner Loop opposite Maintenance Building.
g) Discuss the proposed sale of portion of county property by Jester Annex
h) Discuss the proposed sale of excess right-of-way on Hwy 79 abutting 79 Business Park
i) Discuss abandoning row on CR 359
C. Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman.
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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) 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
d) Employee/personnel related matters
e) 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.
f) 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
g) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al., In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
h) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters;
i) Cause No. D-1-GN-15-000875, Houston v. Bank of America et al., In The District Court of Travis County, Texas, 345th Judicial District
j) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al.; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
k) Notice of Claim - In Re Jessica Palmer
l) Floodplain Regulation Issue
m) Carolyn Barnes v. Austin American Statesman, et al.; Cause # D-1-GN-15-002626, in the 353rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
n) Carolyn Barnes, et al. v. Texas Attorney General, et al.; Cause # D-1-GN-15-000877, in the 419th Judicial District Court of Travis County
o) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-00679-RP, OCA-Great Houston and Mallika Das v. State of Texas, et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District
p) Notice of Claim – In Re Ray Steven Rose
q) Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011-2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal
r) Utility damage claim that occurred on or about 02/19/2014 on CR 488 (Claim # TXPR141360)
s) Claim for overpayment – Timothy Wright
t) Medical subrogation lien settlement offer related to covered person in County’s health benefits plan |
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No action was taken in Executive Session. |
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Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors, employees and/or positions, including but not limited to conducting deliberation and discussion pertaining to annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters). |
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No action was taken in Executive Session. |
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| COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:21 P.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2015. |
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Discuss and take appropriate action regarding economic development. |
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No action was taken on this item. |
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Discuss and take appropriate action regarding real estate. |
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No action was taken on this item. |
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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) 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
d) Employee/personnel related matters
e) 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.
f) 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
g) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al., In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
h) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters;
i) Cause No. D-1-GN-15-000875, Houston v. Bank of America et al., In The District Court of Travis County, Texas, 345th Judicial District
j) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al.; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division
k) Notice of Claim - In Re Jessica Palmer
l) Floodplain Regulation Issue
m) Carolyn Barnes v. Austin American Statesman, et al.; Cause # D-1-GN-15-002626, in the 353rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
n) Carolyn Barnes, et al. v. Texas Attorney General, et al.; Cause # D-1-GN-15-000877, in the 419th Judicial District Court of Travis County
o) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-00679-RP, OCA-Great Houston and Mallika Das v. State of Texas, et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District
p) Notice of Claim – In Re Ray Steven Rose
q) Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding possible appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011-2013; and approval of payment of disputed employment taxes pending appeal
r) Utility damage claim that occurred on or about 02/19/2014 on CR 488 (Claim #TXPR141360)
s) Claim for overpayment – Timothy Wright
t) Medical subrogation lien settlement offer related to covered person in County’s health benefits plan. |
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No action was taken on this item. |
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Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors or employees, including but not limited to any necessary action pertaining to conducting annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials. |
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No action was taken on this item. |
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Comments from Commissioners. |
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Commissioner Birkman wished her parents a happy 60th anniversary.
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