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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
DECEMBER 10, 2013
 

STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:31 A.M. on TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2013, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
 
Present:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis  
 
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman  
 
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long  
 
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey  
 
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison  
 
County Clerk Nancy E. Rister  
Others Present:
Hal Hawes, Legal Advisor to Commissioners' Court
Carolyn Deibler, Deputy County Clerk
             
1. Review and approval of minutes.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the Minutes of the November 19, 2013 meeting.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  11.19.2013 CC Minutes
 
             
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
3.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, Wire Transfers and Electronic Payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
  Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager Donna Baker addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $8,621,873.59 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, and Quick Check Report from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  11.26.2013 Funding Report
  12.03.2013 Funding Report
  12.03.2013 Quick Check Report
  12.03.2013 Wire Transfers
  12.10.2013 Funding Report
  12.10.2013 Quick Check Report
  12.10.2013 Wire Transfers
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
 

There were no comments.

             
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 – 29 )
             
5. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Non Departmental.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Non Departmental:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0509-004510 Facilities/Facility Maint&Repa $106,000.00
To 0100-0409-004998 Non Dept/Contingencies $106,000.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
6. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Non Departmental.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Non Departmental:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non Dept/Contingencies $1,417.70
To 0100-0409-004912 Non Dept/CAPCOG $1,417.70
 
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. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for All District Courts.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for All District Courts:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0435-004125 Dist Cts/Transcripts $1,152.00
To 0100-0435-004934 Dist Cts/Lodging for Jurors $1,152.00
 
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
             
8. To discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0475-004902 Co Atty Legislative Supp $3,500.07
To 0100-0475-001100 F/T Salaries $2,908.00
To 0100-0475-002010 FICA $222.46
To 0100-0475-002020 Retirement $369.61
 
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
             
9. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the Sheriff's Office.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Sheriff's Office:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non Dept/Contingencies $430.15
To 0100-0560-004415 SO/Vehicle Ins Deductible $430.15
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
10. To discuss and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Road and Bridge.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Road and Bridge:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-003550 Asphalt $25,000.00
To 0200-0210-004549 Signal Light Maintenance $25,000.00
 
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
             
11. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Non Departmental.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Non Departmental:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non Dept/Contingencies $35,249.00
To 0100-0409-004711 Non Dept/Tax App Dist $35,249.00
 
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
             
12. To discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace Pct. One Williamson County.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Justice of the Peace Precinct #1; with a correction of the "From" account number from 004430 to 0100-0451-004430 and the "To" account number from 004544 to 0100-0451-004544:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0451-004430 Utilities $600.00
To 0100-0451-004544 Repairs to Equipment $600.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
13. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the Sheriff's Office.
  This item was pulled from the Agenda.
             
14. To discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0475-001100 F/T Salaries $1,736.00
To 0100-0475-001107 Temp Labor-Seasonal Help $1,736.00
 
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
             
15. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Mobile Outreach Team.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Mobile Outreach Team:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0341-001100 Salaries $15,500.00
To 0100-0341-001103 PT Salaries < 30 hrs/wks $15,500.00
 
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
             
16. Consider approving a line item transfer for Mobile Outreach Team.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Mobile Outreach Team:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0341-004999 Miscellaneous $500.00
From 0100-0341-003100 Office Supplies $340.00
To 0100-0341-004505 Software Maintenance $840.00
From 0100-0341-003010 Computer Equipment < $5,000 $1,066.00
To 0100-0341-004548 Radio Repairs & Maintenance $1,066.00
 
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
             
17. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the Emergency Services Department.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Emergency Services Department; with corrections of the "To" account number 0100-0341-001110 from $39,785.00 to $41,517.89, account number 0100-0341-002020 from $6,390.00 to $3,176.11, and account number 0100-0341-002010 from $3,825.00 to $5,306.00:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0583-000507 Transfer to RCS $50,000.00
To 0100-0341-001110 Overtime $41,517.89
To 0100-0341-002020 Retirement $3,176.11
To 0100-0341-002010 FICA $5,306.00
 
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
             
18. Consider approving the Treasurer's Report on the Williamson County Finances for October 2013.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the Treasurer's Report on the Williamson County Finances for October 2013.
 
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:
  October 2013 Treasurers Report on the Williamson County Finances
 
             
19. Consider approving property tax collections for the month of October 2013 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the property tax collections for the month of October 2013 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 
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:
  100113-103113 GWI-RFM Graph
  100113-103113 GWI-RFM
 
             
20. Consider approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of October 2013 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of October 2013 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 
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:
  100113-103113 Refunds Over 2500
 
             
21. Consider authorizing the transfer of office furniture, office equipment, computers, monitors, computer accessories, radios, body armor and clothing through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the transfer of office furniture, office equipment, computers, monitors, computer accessories, radios, body armor and clothing through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Asset Change Forms
 
             
22. Consider authorizing the transfer of various county assets through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in (complete list attached).
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the transfer of various county assets through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in (complete list attached).
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Asset Change Forms
 
             
23. Acknowledge report on Emergency Services Operations Center building project P136; Vaughn Construction Change Order 52 in the amount of $4,759.00.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To acknowledge report on Emergency Services Operations Center building project P136; Vaughn Construction Change Order 52 in the amount of $4,759.00.
 
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
  Attachments:
  P136 ESOC Vaughn Change Order 52
 
             
24. Acknowledge report on Emergency Services Operations Center building project P136; Vaughn Construction Change Order 53 in the amount of $$2,475.00.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To acknowledge report on Emergency Services Operations Center building project P136; Vaughn Construction Change Order 53 in the amount of $2,475.00.
 
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
  Attachments:
  P136 ESOC Vaughn Change Order 53
 
             
25. Acknowledge report on Tax Office Remodel building project P141; Bartlett Cocke General Contractors Change Order OCO 002 for a credit in the amount of $5,322.00.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To acknowledge report on Tax Office Remodel building project P141; Bartlett Cocke General Contractors Change Order OCO 002 for a credit in the amount of $5,322.00.
 
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
  Attachments:
  P141 Tax Office Bartlett Cocke Change Order OCO 002
 
             
26. Acknowledge report on Tax Office Remodel building project P141; Bartlett Cocke General Contractors Change Order RCO 0024 in the amount of $1,050.00.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To acknowledge report on Tax Office Remodel building project P141; Bartlett Cocke General Contractors Change Order RCO 0024 in the amount of $1,050.00.
 
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
  Attachments:
  P141 Tax Office Bartlett Cocke Change Order RCO 0024
 
             
27. Acknowledge and enter into the official minutes of the Commissioners Court, that the Williamson County CSCD (Adult Probation) has filed its FY13 Statement of Financial Position with the Court.  This is in pursuant to Section 140.004 of the Texas Local Government Code.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To acknowledge that the Williamson County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) (Adult Probation) has filed its Fiscal Year 2013 Statement of Financial Position with the Court; pursuant to Section 140.004 of the Texas Local Government Code.
 
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:
  FY13 CSCD Financial Postition
 
             
28. Discuss and consider approval of preliminary plat for the Prinz Estates subdivision - Pct 4.
  This item was pulled from the Agenda.
  Attachments:
  Prelim Plat - Prinz Estates
 
             
29. Discuss and consider approval of final plat for the Highlands at Mayfield Ranch Sec 1 subdivision - Pct 3.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the final plat for the Highlands at Mayfield Ranch Section 1 subdivision - Precinct #3.
 
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:
  Final Plat - Highlands at Mayfield Ranch Sec 1
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
30. Discuss and take appropriate action on holding Commissioners Court on December 17th, 2013.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
31. Discuss and take appropriate action to identify options for enhancing forensic medical services with Texas A&M Health Science Center.
 

Vice Dean for Graduate Medical Education and Life Long Learning Edward J. Sherwood, M.D., FACP with the Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine addressed the Court.

  Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize Dr. Ed Sherwood, Vice Dean at Texas A&M Health Science Center in Round Rock, to map out and bring back a report regarding timeframe, need, building and associated costs for a medical examiner's office in Williamson County.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
32. Hear, consider and take appropriate action for Waste Management's annual landfill report for 2012.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Senior District Manager for Waste Management Bubba Smith addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To accept the Waste Management Annual Landfill Report for 2012.
 
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
             
33. Discuss and take appropriate action on a proposed price adjustment increase by Waste Management at the Williamson County Landfill.
  Senior District Manager for Waste Management Bubba Smith addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the proposed price adjustment increase by Waste Management at the Williamson County Landfill.
 
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:
  priceadjustment
 
             
34. Discuss and take appropriate action on the proposed holiday hours for the Williamson County Landfill by Waste Management.
  Senior District Manager for Waste Management Bubba Smith addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve holiday hours for the Williamson County Landfill by Waste Management to: Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24, 2013 - 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and New Year's Eve, Tuesday, December 31, 2013 - 7:00 a.m. to 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
  Attachments:
  holiday
 
             
35. Hear presentation and take appropriate action on protocol for handling county projects under the county’s Habitat Conservation Plan through the Williamson County Conservation Foundation.
  Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve protocol for handling county projects under the county’s Habitat Conservation Plan through the Williamson County Conservation Foundation.
 
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:
  County Projects Protocol for Habitat Conservation Plan
 
             
36. Hear update on the Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment (DSRIP) Community Paramedicine project under the Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Program 1115 Demonstration Waiver.
 

This item was pulled from the Agenda.

             
37. Hear update on County Indigent Healthcare and discuss and take appropriate action on funding source for participation in Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Program 1115 Demonstration Waiver.  
  This item was pulled from the Agenda.
             
38. To discuss and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure's projects and issues update.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
39. Consider authorizing the road bond transfer request per recommendation of Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager to transfer the following funds: Close Pond Springs Road (P159) to move funds of $73,387.00 to RM 620 Improvements (P167), close San Gabriel Parkway (P168) with a balance of $433,422.10 to move $30,000.00 to CR 179 (P124) and $403,422.10 to US 183 @ RM 1869 Safety Improvements (P250), and close SH 29 Left Turn Lanes in Liberty Hill (P246) to move $7,491.89 to US 183 @ RM 1869 Safety Improvements (P250). Move 7,500,000.00 from SH 195 (P149) to non-departmental (P156). Move $700,000.00 from Williams Drive (P183) to Ronald Reagan Blvd Phase IV (P196). Also, close Right of way (P180) with an available balance of $910,936.74 to transfer $500,000.00 to Ronald Reagan Blvd Phase IV (P196), $25,000.00 CR 111 Extension (P249), $15,000.00 CR 138 (P179), $75,000.00 CR 119 (P214), $40,000.00 CR 179 (P124), and balance of $255,936.74 to non-departmental (P156).
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the road bond transfer request per recommendation of Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager to the following funds: Close Pond Springs Road (P159) to move funds of $73,387.00 to Ranch-to-Market (RM) 620 Improvements (P167), close San Gabriel Parkway (P168) with a balance of $433,422.10 to move $30,000.00 to County Road 179 (P124) and $403,422.10 to U.S. Highway (US) 183 @ RM 1869 Safety Improvements (P250), and close State Highway (SH) 29 Left Turn Lanes in Liberty Hill (P246) to move $7,491.89 to US 183 @ RM 1869 Safety Improvements (P250); $7,500,000.00 from SH 195 (P149) to non-departmental (P156); $700,000.00 from Williams Drive (P183) to Ronald Reagan Boulevard Phase IV (P196); close Right-of-Way (P180) with an available balance of $910,936.74 to transfer $500,000.00 to Ronald Reagan Blvd Phase IV (P196), $25,000.00 CR 111 Extension (P249), $15,000.00 CR 138 (P179), $75,000.00 CR 119 (P214), $40,000.00 CR 179 (P124), and balance of $255,936.74 to non-departmental (P156).
 
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:
  Allocation
 
             
40. Discuss and take appropriate action authorizing the Judge to sign a TCEQ Agent Authorization Form for the Edwards Aquifer Protection Program on the CR 245 Project.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Agent Authorization Form for the Edwards Aquifer Protection Program on the County Road (CR) 245 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
  Attachments:
  CR 245 Agent Authorization Form
 
             
41. Consider approving Change Order No. 46 in the amount of -$103,698.26 for US 183 a Pass Through Financing project in Precinct Two.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve Change Order No. 46 in the amount of -$103,698.26 for U.S. Highway 183, a Pass Through Financing project in Precinct #2.
 
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:
  12.10.2013 Wire Transfers
 
             
42. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding proposed Second Amended Tax Increment Financing Agreement with the City of Georgetown, Texas with respect to the creation of, and the level of participation in the Rivery Park Reinvestment Zone.
  Attorney Charles Crossfield of Sheets and Crossfield addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the Second Amended Tax Increment Financing Agreement, with changes,  with the City of Georgetown, Texas with respect to the creation of and the level of participation in the Rivery Park Reinvestment Zone.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
43. Consider authorizing the County Judge to execute a letter agreement with Austin White Lime (Parcel 1) for reimbursing the driveway cost related to the Ronald Reagan IV construction project.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a letter agreement with Austin White Lime (Parcel 1) for reimbursing the driveway cost related to the Ronald Reagan IV construction 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
  Attachments:
  Austin White Lime Letter Agreement
 
             
44. Consider authorizing the County Judge to execute a Right of Entry Agreement with Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. for completion of engineering and related tasks in connection with proposed Seward Junction Improvements Study project, and take other appropriate action.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Right of Entry Agreement with Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. for completion of engineering and related tasks in connection with proposed Seward Junction Improvements Study 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
  Attachments:
  Pedernales Electric Cooperative Right of Entry Agreement for Seward Junction.pdf
 
             
45. Consider and take appropriate action on acceptance of Determination Letter for Lakeline Boulevard, Phase 2, and authorize County Judge to execute Participation Agreement documents upon satisfaction of conditions of the Determination Letter.
  Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve the acceptance of the Determination Letter for Lakeline Boulevard, Phase 2; and authorize the County Judge to execute Participation Agreement documents upon satisfaction of conditions of the Determination Letter.
 
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:
  Lakeline Phase 2 Participation Agreement
  Determination Letter - signed
 
             
46. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Lease Renewal between Carquest Auto Parts (Straus Frank Enterprises, LLC) and Williamson County regarding the property located at 909 Austin Avenue, Georgetown, Texas 78626.
  Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a Lease Renewal between Carquest Auto Parts (Straus Frank Enterprises, LLC) and Williamson County regarding the property located at 909 Austin Avenue, Georgetown, Texas 78626.
 
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:
  Carquest Auto Parts Lease Extension
 
             
47. Discuss and consider approving grant application for County Sheriff.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, Inc. Grant Application.
 
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:
  Firehouse Application
 
             
48. Discuss and take appropriate action on seeking the delegation of authority from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to administer and regulate the use of On-Site Sewage Disposal Systems in Williamson County, Texas, and the responsibility for the implementation and enforcement of applicable rules relating to On-Site Sewage Facilities in Williamson County, Texas.
  Legal Advisor to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes, Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh, and Director of Williamson County and Cities Health District Dr. Chip Riggins addressed the Court.
  Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To inform the Williamson County and Cities Health District to move the delegation of authority to administer and regulate the use of On-Site Sewage Disposal Systems in Williamson County, Texas, and the responsibility for the implementation and enforcement of applicable rules relating to On-Site Sewage Facilities in Williamson County, Texas to the County Facilities; and start negotiations with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Nay: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
49. Discuss and take appropriate action to renew Benefits Committee Terms; Commissioner Birkman and Dr. Chip Riggins to a 4 year term effective January 1, 2014 to December 31, 2018.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To re-appoint Commissioner Birkman and Dr. Chip Riggins to the Benefits Committee for a four-year term beginning January 1, 2014 and ending December 31, 2018.
 
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. Discuss and take appropriate action authorizing the County Judge to negotiate and execute an Agreement with American Traffic Solutions (ATS) to implement the Axsis System.
  Jed Buie of Buie & Co, Regional Vice President Greg Parks with American Traffic Solutions (ATS), General Counsel George Hittner with ATS, County Attorney Dee Hobbs, and Captain Mike Gleason of the Sheriff's Office addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
  Attachments:
  ATS Resolution
  Professional Services Agreement
 
             
51. Discuss and take appropriate action on a donation from the Williamson Museum for lights around the courthouse. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To accept a donation from the Williamson Museum for lights around the courthouse.
 
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
             
52. Discuss and take appropriate action on adopting the Williamson County Community Recreational Facility Fund Policy.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To adopt the Williamson County Community Recreational Facility Fund Policy.
 
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:
  Community Recreational Facility Fund Policy.pdf
 
             
53. Discuss and consider authorizing County Judge to sign Microsoft Volume Licensing Program Signature Form.
  Senior Director of Technology Services Jay Schade addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the Microsoft Volume Licensing Program Signature Form.
 
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:
  Microsoft Volume Licensing Agreement with SHI
 
             
54. Discuss and take appropriate action on the Community Development Block Grant program's Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).
  Grants Coordinator Sally Bardwell addressed the Court.
  Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion:  To approve the Community Development Block Grant program's Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).
 
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:
  FY12 CAPER
 
             
55. Present information on Williamson County's participation in the countywide precinct polling place program (Vote Centers)during the November 5, 2013 elections.
  Elections Administrator Jason Barnett addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
  Attachments:
  Vote Centers Exit Survey
 
             
56. Discuss and take appropriate action to allow the Williamson County Elections Administrator to apply to the Secretary of State for successful status as a participant in the countywide precinct polling place program.
  Elections Administrator Jason Barnett addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the Williamson County Elections Administrator to apply to the Secretary of State for successful status as a participant in the countywide precinct polling place 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
             
57. Discuss and take appropriate action on appointing Jason Barnett, Williamson County Elections Administrator, to the Vote Center Committee.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To remove former Elections Administrator Rick Barron and appoint current Elections Administrator Jason Barnett to the Vote Center Committee.
 
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
             
58. Discuss and take appropriate action on paying SOE Software Corporation (SOE) the total amount of $26,655.00 as an accord and satisfaction of all claims that SOE may have under the Clarity Election Suite Hosting and Support Agreement executed by and between Williamson County, Texas and SOE dated effective May 10, 2013.
  Elections Administrator Jason Barnett addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve payment to SOE Software Corporation (SOE) in the total amount of $26,655.00 as an accord and satisfaction of all claims that SOE may have under the Clarity Election Suite Hosting and Support Agreement executed by and between Williamson County, Texas and SOE on May 10, 2013.
 
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
             
59. Discuss and take appropriate action on approving a $2 E-Filing fee per House Bill 2302.
  First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a $2.00 E-Filing fee for each electronic filing transaction, effective January 1, 2014 per House Bill 2302.
 
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
             
60. Consider awarding RFP #14RFP00204 for Lease Agricultural Land Located Near The Williamson County Landfill Hutto Texas to the best overall proposer Jerry Rosnovak and Nadine Johnson and approving the Farm Lease Agreement.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To award RFP #14RFP00204 for Lease Agricultural Land Located Near The Williamson County Landfill Hutto Texas to the best overall proposer - Jerry Rosnovak and Nadine Johnson; and authorize the County Judge to execute the Farm Lease Agreement.
 
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:
  Rosnovak Johnson Farm Lease
  Farm lease attendance form
  Farm lease evaluation sheet
 
             
61. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of January 8th, 2014 at 3:30 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for Lakeline Boulevard Extension Phase 2 (Old Quarry Road to Old RM 2243)14IFB00219.
  Purchasing Director Bob Space addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To authorize advertising and set the date of January 8, 2014 at 3:30 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for Lakeline Boulevard Extension Phase 2 (Old Quarry Road to Old Ranch-to-Market 2243), #14IFB00219.

 
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:
  Lakeline phase II project summary
 
             
62. Consider awarding proposal received for Merchant Credit Card Services RFP #13RFP00112 to the lowest and best proposal meeting specifications, Certified Payments, Inc, and executing agreements. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To award RFP #13RFP00112 for Merchant Credit Card Services to the lowest and best proposal meeting specifications - Certified Payments, Inc; and authorize the County Judge to execute agreements.
 
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:
  Certified Payments ACH Processing Agreement
  Certified Payments Service Provider Agreement
  Scoring Sheet Merchant Credit Card Services
 
             
63. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of December 31, 2013 at 2:00 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for IFB #14IFB00201 Medical Supplies and IFB #14IFB00202 Hygiene Products for the Jail.
  Purchasing Director Bob Space addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set the date of December 31, 2013 at 2:00 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) #14IFB00201 Medical Supplies and IFB #14IFB00202 Hygiene Products for the Jail.
 
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 Medical Jail
  Bid Hygiene Jail
 
             
64. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of December 31, 2013 at 3:00 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for IFB #14IFB00209 Asphalt Mixes for Road and Bridge.
  Purchasing Director Bob Space addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set the date of December 31, 2013 at 3:00 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for IFB #14IFB00209 Asphalt Mixes for Road and Bridge.
 
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 Asphalt Mixes
 
             
65. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of December 31, 2013 at 10:00 AM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for IFB #14IFB00213 Medical Supplies for EMS.
  Purchasing Director Bob Space addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set the date of December 31, 2013 at 10:00 AM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for IFB #14IFB00213 Medical Supplies for Emergency Medical Services (EMS).
 
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 Medical Supplies for EMS
 
             
66. Discuss and consider approving the exemption of the following services as professional services exempt from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services as set forth under Section 262.024 (a)(4) of the Texas Local Government Code, and setting date of January 14, 2013 at 3:00 pm to receive Requests for Qualifications for these same professional services:

Surveying Services, Geotechnical Services, Utility Coordination/Relocation Services, General Engineering Consultant-Program Management/Planning and Design, Planning and Design Engineering Services, and General Engineering Consultant-Construction Management/Inspection.
  Moved to Executive Session where no action was taken. After reconvening from Executive Session, Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court and the Court took action on this item.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve the exemption of the following services as professional services exempt from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services as set forth under Section 262.024 (a)(4) of the Texas Local Government Code; and set the date of January 14, 2013 at 3:00 PM to receive Requests for Qualifications for these same professional services: Surveying Services, Geotechnical Services, Utility Coordination/Relocation Services, General Engineering Consultant-Program Management/Planning and Design, Planning and Design Engineering Services, and General Engineering Consultant-Construction Management/Inspection; with the direction that for General Engineering Consultant-Program Management/Planning and Design, Planning and Design Engineering Services as well as General Engineering Consultant-Construction Management/Inspection that Bob and Joe will review those submitted and narrow down to a minimum of three (3) and a maximum of five (5).
 
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:
  RFQ for Geotech Services
  RFQ for PD Firms
  RFQ for Road Bond Construction Mgmg Inspection
  RFQ for Road Bond GEC
  RFQ for Surveying Firms
  RFQ for Utility Coordination
 
             
67. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of December 31, 2013 at 3 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for IFB #14IFB00210 Asphalt Emulsions for Road and Bridge.
  Purchasing Director Bob Space addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set the date of December 31, 2013 at 3 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for IFB #14IFB00210 Asphalt Emulsions for Road and Bridge.
 
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 package Asphalt Emulsions
 
             
68. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of December 31, 2013 at 1:30 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for IFB #14IFB00204 Hauling for Road and Bridge.
  Purchasing Director Bob Space addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set the date of December 31, 2013 at 1:30 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for IFB #14IFB00204 Hauling for Road and Bridge.
 
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 package Hauling
 
             
69. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of December 31, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for IFB #14IFB00205 Roadside Chemicals and Herbicides for Road and Bridge.
  Purchasing Director Bob Space addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set the date of December 31, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for IFB #14IFB00205 Roadside Chemicals and Herbicides for Road and Bridge.
 
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 package Roadside Chemicals
 
             
70. Acknowledge Aspen Air’s termination of the contract for IFB #12WCA001 for HVAC Services to include Refrigeration, Kitchen Equipment, and Duct Cleaning.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To acknowledge termination of the Aspen Air contract for IFB #12WCA001 for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Services to include Refrigeration, Kitchen Equipment, and Duct Cleaning.
 
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:
  Aspen Air Termination Letter
 
             
71. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for November 2013 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for November 2013 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-341220 Vol Duty Revenue, SO $33,167.81
  0100-0000-341240 Ex Duty Revenue, SO $50,862.70
  0100-0000-341221 Revenue, Const 1 $7,441.94
  0100-0000-341222 Revenue, Const 2 $4,620.44
  0100-0000-341223 Revenue, Const 3 $25,464.53
  0100-0000-341224 Revenue, Const 4 $581.27
  0100-0000-341226 Revenue, Juv $2,095.29
 
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
             
72. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for November 2013 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty pay:
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for November 2013 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty pay:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0551-001117 Vol Duty, Const 1 $6,606.25
  0100-0551-002010 FICA, Const 1 $505.38
  0100-0551-002050 Worker's Comp, Const 1 $330.31
  0100-0552-001117 Vol Duty, Const 2 $870.00
  0100-0552-001118 Extra Duty, Const 2 $2,914.40
  0100-0552-002010 FICA, Const 2 289.51
  0100-0552-002020 Retirement, Const 2 $357.31
  0100-0552-002050 Worker's Comp, Const 2 $189.22
  0100-0553-001117 Vol Duty, Const 3 $22,605.00
  0100-0553-002010 FICA, Const 3 $1,729.28
  0100-0553-002050 Worker's Comp, Const 3 $1,130.25
  0100-0554-001117 Vol Duty, Const 4 $516.00
  0100-0554-002010 FICA, Const 4 $39.47
  0100-0554-002050 Worker's Comp, Const 4 $25.80
  0100-0560-001117 Vol Duty, SO $25,439.94
  0100-0560-001118 Extra Duty, SO $40,719.47
  0100-0560-002010 FICA, SO $5,061.20
  0100-0560-002020 Retirement, SO $4,992.21
  0100-0560-002050 Worker's Comp, SO $3,307.97
  0100-0570-001117 Vol Duty, Jail $4,003.30
  0100-0570-002010 FICA, Jail $306.25
  0100-0570-002050 Worker's Comp, Jail $200.17
  0100-0576-001117 Vol Duty, Juv $1,860.00
  0100-0576-002010 FICA, Juv $142.29
  0100-0576-002050 Worker's Comp, Juv $93.00
 
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
             
73. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for the Sheriff's Office.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for the Sheriff's Office:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-370515 TDH Monitoring Fees $6,000.00
 
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
             
74. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge use of funds for the Sheriff's Office.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge use of funds for the Sheriff's Office:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0560-001110 Overtime $4,505.40
  0100-0560-002010 FICA $459.00
  0100-0560-002020 Retirement $735.60
  0100-0560-002050 Worker's Comp $300.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
75. Discuss and take appropriate action to implement non-exempt FLSA status for the position of Mental Health Specialist - Mobile Outreach Team.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve implementation of non-exempt Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) status for the position of Mental Health Specialist - Mobile Outreach Team.
 
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 12:08 P.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2013.
             
76. Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)
1. Proposed or potential purchase or lease of property by the County:
a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for SH 195 0.805 South of Bell County Line to IH 35.
b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for US 183 Extension from 1,000 feet South of San Gabriel to 1,000 feet North of SH 29.
c) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for O'Connor Boulevard and 620 projects.
d) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Blvd.
e) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 Seward Junction Loop project.
f) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along Lakeline extension.
g) Discuss proposed acquisition and/or sale of Guy property.
h) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for future parkland in Precinct 2. 
i) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way on CR 434/CR 439.
j) Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
k) Discuss flooding issues with property located on Pond Springs Rd.

2. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
a) Discuss County owned real estate adjacent to and near Inner Loop, Georgetown, Texas including Blue Springs Blvd.
b) Discuss County owned real estate adjacent to and near RM 2338 at Booty's Crossing.
c) Discuss County owned real estate on CR 258
d) Discuss the transfer of ROW to CTRMA for US 183A.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
77. Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)
1. Proposed or potential purchase or lease of property by the County:
a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for US Hwy 79 Section 3.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
78. Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.071 consultation with attorney.), including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Cause No. 06-453-C277; Kerry Heckman et al. v. Williamson County, et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th Judicial District
d) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al., In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Civil Action No. 11-278; Will Aguilar v. Williamson County, Texas; Daniel Robertson, and Michael Baxter; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
f) Employment related matters.
g) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
h) Civil Action No. 1:11-cv-907, Sarah Doe et al. v. Jerald Neveleff et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
i) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
j) American Arbitration Association # 70 110 Y 00385 13; Williamson County, Texas v. Faulkner USA, Inc.
k) Civil Action No. 1:12-CV-190-LY; Steven Hester v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
l) Cause No. 12-0721-C277; W. Paul Reed et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas; 277th District Court
m) Cause No. 13-0748-C368; Williamson County v. Parsons Environment & Infrastructure Group Inc. et al. in the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
n) Cause No. 1:12-CV-011222LY; Lance Brown v. Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff James Wilson and Shawn Wilson in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 1:39 P.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2013.
             
79. Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
80. Discuss and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters, including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Cause No. 06-453-C277; Kerry Heckman et al. v. Williamson County, et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th Judicial District
d) Civil Action No.1:13-CV-505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al., In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Civil Action No. 11-278; Will Aguilar v. Williamson County, Texas; Daniel Robertson, and Michael Baxter; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
f) Employment related matters.
g) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
h) Civil Action No. 1:11-cv-907, Sarah Doe et al. v. Jerald Neveleff et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
i) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
j) American Arbitration Association # 70 110 Y 00385 13; Williamson County, Texas v. Faulkner USA, Inc.
k) Civil Action No. 1:12-CV-190-LY; Steven Hester v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
l) Cause No. 12-0721-C277; W. Paul Reed et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas; 277th District Court
m) Cause No. 13-0748-C368; Williamson County v. Parsons Environment & Infrastructure Group Inc. et al. in the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
n) Cause No. 1:12-CV-011222LY; Lance Brown v. Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff James Wilson and Shawn Wilson in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
  No action was taken on this item.
             
81. Comments from Commissioners.
 

Commissioner Covey invited everyone to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the reopening of the Berry Creek Dam on Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at 4:00 p.m.

COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 1:48 P.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2013. 
 
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 17th day of December 2013.


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy


    

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