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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
DECEMBER 15, 2015



STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:44 A.M. on TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2015, 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 C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
Stan O. Springerley, Assistant General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
Carolyn Deibler, Deputy County Clerk
             
1. Review and approval of minutes.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve the Minutes of the December 8, 2015 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:
  12.08.2015 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 Lead Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,218,374.25 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.
 
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:
  12.09-15.2015 Electronic Payments
  12.15.2015 Funding Report
  12.15.2015 Quick Check Report
  12.09-15.2015 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 – 25 )
             
5. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Technology Services.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Technology Services:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0503-005740 Computer Equipment > $5000 $123,569.00
To 0100-0503-005741 Computer Software > $5000 $123,569.00
 
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 Mobile Outreach Team. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Mobile Outreach Team:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0341-004350 Printed Materials $630.00
To 0100-0341-001110 Overtime $630.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
7. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, November 2015 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct #4, November 2015 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  JP4 EOM NOV 2015
 
             
8. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Rob Hardy to the Georgetown ESD #8 board with the term commencing January 1, 2016 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2017. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To re-appoint Rob Hardy to the Georgetown Emergency Services District (ESD) #8 Board for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2016 and ending December 31, 2017. 
 
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, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Tina Geiselbrecht to the Florence ESD #7 board with the term commencing January 1, 2016 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2017. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To re-appoint Tina Geiselbrecht to the Florence Emergency Services District (ESD) #7 Board for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2016 and ending December 31, 2017. 
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
10. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing John Fenoglio to the Florence ESD #7 board with the term commencing January 1, 2016 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2017.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To re-appoint John Fenoglio to the Florence Emergency Services District (ESD) #7 Board for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2016 and ending December 31, 2017.
 
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, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Gary Davis to the Florence ESD #7 board with the term commencing January 1, 2016 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2017. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To re-appoint Gary Davis to the Florence Emergency Services District (ESD) #7 Board for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2016 and ending December 31, 2017. 
 
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. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing James "Ted" Koy to the Weir ESD #6 board with the term commencing January 1, 2016 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2017
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To re-appoint James "Ted" Koy to the Weir Emergency Services District (ESD) #6 Board for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2016 and ending December 31, 2017.
 
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, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Gary Neel to the Jarrell ESD #5 board with the term commencing January 1, 2016 and continuing thereafter until December 31, 2017.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To re-appoint Gary Neel to the Jarrell Emergency Services District (ESD) #5 Board for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2016 and ending December 31, 2017.
 
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
             
14. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the reappointment of Darryl Pool, Russell Strahan and Timothy Hunsberger  as commissioners on the board of Emergency Services District Number Two, to serve two year terms each, from January 1, 2016 until December 31, 2017.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To re-appoint Darryl Pool, Russell Strahan, and Timothy Hunsberger to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #2 Board for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2016 and ending December 31, 2017.
 
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:
  Reappointments
 
             
15. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the reappointment of Laurie Golding and Steven Rundell to serve as commissioners on the board of Emergency Services District Number One, to serve two year terms each, from January 1, 2016 until December 31, 2017.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To re-appoint Laurie Golding and Steven Rundell to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #1 Board for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2016 and ending December 31, 2017.
 
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:
  ESDNoOneReappointments
 
             
16. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Ricky Rinderknecht to the ESD 10 Board of Directors. The term will begin on January 1, 2016 and expire on December 31, 2017 for a two year term.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To re-appoint Ricky Rinderknecht to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #10 Board for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2016 and ending December 31, 2017.
 
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, consider and take appropriate action on reappointing Bill Brown to the ESD 3 Board of Directors. The term will begin January 1, 2016 and expire on December 31, 2017 for a two year term.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To re-appoint Bill Brown to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #3 Board for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2016 and ending December 31, 2017.
 
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. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on appointing Jon R. Fischer to the ESD10 Board. Mr. Fischer will replace A.P. Patschke who resigned effective April 14, 2015.  Mr. Fischer will complete the unexpired two year term which ends December 31, 2016.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To appoint Jon R. Fischer to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #10 Board replacing A.P. Patschke who resigned effective April 14, 2015 and completing the unexpired two-year term ending December 31, 2016.
 
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
             
19. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding two additional $150.00 Tax Assessor Collector cash tills for the collection of registrations and titles by Motor Vehicle personnel.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve funding two additional $150.00 Tax Assessor/Collector cash tills for the collection of registrations and titles by Motor Vehicle personnel.
 
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
             
20. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles through auction, including (1) 1991 Miller Bobcat 225G, (1) 2007 Ford F-150, (1) 2009 Ford F-150, (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code §263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county vehicles through auction including (1) 1991 Miller Bobcat 225G, (1) 2007 Ford F-150, (1) 2009 Ford F-150, (complete list attached); pursuant to Texas Local Government Code § 263.152.
 
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:
  vehicle sale
 
             
21. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through Inter Departmental Transfer, including (4) Monitors, (1) Computer desktop, (1) docking station, (1) surge protector, (1) pair of speakers, (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code § 263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through Inter Departmental Transfer including (4) Monitors, (1) Computer desktop, (1) docking station, (1) surge protector, (1) pair of speakers; (complete list attached) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code § 263.152.
 
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 Transfer
 
             
22. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing  the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (3) microwave, (16) Desktop, (4) keyboards, (13) monitors, (4) speakers, (4) printers, (2) fax, (5) adding machine, (2) tables, (1) credenza, (1) check protector/check signer, (1) TV & cart, (2) file cabinets, (2) desks, (1) camera, (1) Box misc. office accessories, (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code § 263.152.   
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction including (3) microwave, (16) Desktop, (4) keyboards, (13) monitors, (4) speakers, (4) printers, (2) fax, (5) adding machine, (2) tables, (1) credenza, (1) check protector/check signer, (1) TV & cart, (2) file cabinets, (2) desks, (1) camera, (1) Box misc. office accessories (complete list attached); pursuant to Texas Local Government Code § 263.152.  
 
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 Auction
 
             
23. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving purchase of equipment from Dell EST Group per DIR contract DIR-SDD-1951, Quote EST20151204-Av4.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve purchase of equipment from Dell EST Group per Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract DIR-SDD-1951, Quote EST20151204-Av4.
 
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:
  DIR CONTRACT
  EST DELL QUOTE
 
             
24. Discuss consider and take appropriate action on re-approval of the preliminary plat for the Liberty Hilltop subdivision - Pct 2.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To re-approve preliminary plat for the Liberty Hilltop subdivision - 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:
  Prelim Plat - Liberty Hilltop
 
             
25. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Sonterra West Section 7, Phase 2A Subdivision - Pct 3.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve final plat for the Sonterra West Section 7 Phase 2A 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:
  Sonterra West Section 7 Phase 2A
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
26. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on resolution acknowledging Greg Malatek's service as District Engineer for TxDOT's Austin District.
  District Engineer for Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT's) Austin District Greg Malatek and 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 a Resolution acknowledging Greg Malatek's service as District Engineer for Texas Department of Transportation's (TxDOT's) Austin District.
 
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:
  12.15.2015 Resolution for Greg Malatek
 
             
27. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Cooper Terrill as the new Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension Agent.
  Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve Cooper Terrill as the new Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension Agent.
 
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
             
28. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Texas A& M AgriLife Extension Annual Interpretation.
  Williamson County Family & Consumer Science County Extension Agent Chelsea Stevens, Sheriff's Office Animal Control Specialist Megan Bruns, Williamson County 4-H/Youth Development County Extension Agent Stacey Gomez, and 4-H Representative Bailey Franklin addressed the Court.  No action was taken on this item.
             
29. Receive and acknowledge the December 2015 Construction Summary Report for the Road Bond and Pass Through Financing Programs.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
  Attachments:
  December CSR
 
             
30. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh extended an invitation to an Open House to provide information and answer questions on the closure of San Gabriel Ranch Road on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Justice of the Peace Precinct #2 Courtroom on the second floor in the Williamson County Cedar Park Annex. No action was taken on this item.
             
31. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a TCEQ Agent Authorization Form for the Edwards Aquifer Protection Program associated with the SH 29 at Cedar Hollow project.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Agent Authorization Form for the Edwards Aquifer Protection Program associated with the State Highway (SH) 29 at Cedar Hollow 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:
  TCEQ Authorization Form for SH 29 at Cedar Hollow
 
             
32. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Williamson County Landfill Annual Report for fiscal year 09-01-2014 to 08-31-2015.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Waste Management District Operations Manager Hugh "Buddy" Till, Jr. addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To accept the Williamson County Landfill Annual Report for fiscal year September 1, 2014 to August 31, 2015.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Landfill Annual Report FY 09-01-2014 to 08-31-2015
 
             
33. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Possession and Use Agreement with Marion Shipman regarding right-of-way on CR 258.  (Parcel 23)
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a Possession and Use Agreement with Marion Shipman regarding right-of-way on County Road (CR) 258. (Parcel 23)
 
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:
  Shipman Parcel 23 Possession and Use Agreement for CR 258 ROW
 
             
34. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Possession and Use Agreement with Marion Shipman regarding right-of-way on CR 258. (Parcel 24) 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a Possession and Use Agreement with Marion Shipman regarding right-of-way on County Road (CR) 258. (Parcel 24)
 
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:
  Shipman Parcel 24 Possession and Use Agreement for CR 258 ROW
 
             
35. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Dedication Deeds from James H. Mills and Lavon Mills for Busby Lane Right of Way.  
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve Dedication Deeds from James H. Mills and Lavon Mills for Busby Lane right-of-way.  
 
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:
  Mills- Dedication Deed
 
             
36. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with KB Home Lone Star Inc. for a land swap on East Old Settlers Blvd. 
  Attorney Charlie Crossfield of Sheets and Crossfield addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with KB Homes Lone Star Inc. for a land swap on East Old Settlers Boulevard.
 
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:
  KB Home Lone Star Inc Real Estate Contract for Land Swap on East Old Settlers Blvd
 
             
37. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Quitclaim Deeds to Robert Wilhelm and Sheryl Wilkins for CR 359 abandonment.  
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve Quitclaim Deeds to Robert Wilhelm and Sheryl Wilkins for County Road 359 abandonment.
 
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:
  Robert Wilhelm Quitclaim Deed for CR 359 Abandonment
  Sheryl Wilkins Quitclaim Deed for CR 359 Abandonment
 
             
38. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action to approve Resolution in Support of Agreement with Texas Department of Transportation to Contribute Right of Way Funds (Fixed Price) for certain highway improvements on Highway FM 1660 from King Lane in Hutto to FM 973 in the public interest of the citizens of Williamson County. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve Resolution in Support of Agreement with Texas Department of Transportation to Contribute Right of Way Funds (Fixed Price) for certain highway improvements on Highway Farm-to-Market 1660 from King Lane in Hutto to Farm-to-Market 973 in the public interest of the citizens of 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
  Attachments:
  12.15.2015 TxDOT Resolution FM 1660 from King Lane to FM 973
  FM 1660 Resolution
 
             
39. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action, including but not limited to addressing budgetary matters and approving Agreement with Texas Department of Transportation to Contribute Right of Way Funds (Fixed Price) for certain highway improvements on Highway FM 1660 from King Lane in Hutto to FM 973 as authorized and pursuant to Ch. 201 of the Tex. Tranp. Code.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve Agreement with Texas Department of Transportation to Contribute Right of Way Funds (Fixed Price) for certain highway improvements on Highway Farm-to-Market 1660 from King Lane in Hutto to Farm-to-Market 973 as authorized and pursuant to Chapter 201 of the Texas Transportation 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:
  TxDOT Agreement to Contribute Funds for FM 1660
 
             
40. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Round Rock regarding the extension of Kenney Fort Boulevard. 
  This item was pulled from the Agenda.
  Attachments:
  Interlocal Agreement
 
             
41. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Lawrence O. Wehlmann and Mary R. Welhmann for ROW needed on SH 29 at Cedar Hollow.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve Real Estate Contract with Lawrence O. Wehlmann and Mary R. Welhmann for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on State Highway (SH) 29 at Cedar Hollow.
 
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:
  12.15.2015 Wehlmann RE Contract
 
             
42. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the ESO EMS Compass Initiative Agreement for Williamson County EMS. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve Emergency Services Operations (ESO) Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Compass Initiative Agreement for Williamson County 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:
  12.15.2015 ESO Compass Initiative Agreement for EMS
 
             
43. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the participation by Williamson County EMS in the Texas Health and Human Services Commission Ambulance Supplemental Payment Program. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve participation by Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in the Texas Health and Human Services Commission Ambulance Supplemental Payment 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
             
44. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to apply for federal grant funding through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
  Director of Mobile Outreach Team Annie Burwell addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve applying for federal grant funding through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
 
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:
  SAMHSA Grant
 
             
45. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the acceptance of the FEMA Hazard Mitigation funding related to a Fuels Reduction Project at the Williamson County Southwest Regional Park.
  Emergency Management Coordinator Jarred Thomas and Senior Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To accept the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation funding related to a Fuels Reduction Project at the Williamson County Southwest Regional Park.
 
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:
  12.15.2015 Award Letter Receipt for FEMA Hazard Mitigation Project at SW Regional Park
  Project Award
 
             
46. Discuss, consider, and take any appropriate action regarding the approval of the early voting polling locations and voting hours for the 2016 Republican Party and Democratic Party Primary Elections to be held March 1, 2016.
  Elections Administrator Chris Davis addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the early voting polling locations and voting hours for the 2016 Republican Party and Democratic Party Primary Elections to be held March 1, 2016.
 
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:
  ev schedule 2016 primary elections
 
             
47. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Agreement regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies with ABC Studios (filming around Williamson County for American Crime Season II).
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of Agreement regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies with ABC Studios (filming around Williamson County for American Crime Season II).
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  12.15.2015 ABC Studios Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement for SO
 
             
48. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to appoint a member and alternate to the Clean Air Coalition with the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) with a term beginning 1/1/2016 and ending 12/31/2017.

  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To re-appoint Commissioner Ron Morrison as a Member and Director of Environmental Program for Parks Department Gary Boyd as an Alternate to the Clean Air Coalition with the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2016 and ending December 31, 2017.
 
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:
  Clean Air Coalition Bylaws Revised 5.8.2013
 
             
49. Discuss, consider approval and take appropriate action regarding reimbursement of attorney’s fees and costs incurred and paid to date by County Judge Gattis to Martha Dickie of Almanza, Blackburrn & Dickie, LLP in defense of County Judge Gattis in his individual capacity in the suit Lloyd v. Birkman et al, Civil Action No. 1:13-cv-505, In The United States District Court For the Western District of Texas – Austin Division.
  This item was moved to Executive Session where no action was taken. After reconvening from Executive Session, no action was taken on this item.
             
50. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the engagement of Martha Dickie of the law firm of Martha Dickie of Almanza, Blackburrn & Dickie, LLP to represent County Judge Dan Gattis in relation to Civil Action No. . 1:13-cv-505, Lloyd v. Birkman et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division; and exemption of these services 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 Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4).
  This item was moved to Executive Session where no action was taken. After reconvening from Executive Session, the Court took action on this item.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the engagement of Martha Dickie of the law firm of Martha Dickie of Almanza, Blackburrn & Dickie, LLP, effective November 17, 2015, to represent County Judge Dan Gattis in relation to Civil Action No. 1:13-cv-505, Lloyd v. Birkman et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division; and exemption of these services 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 Texas Local Government Code § 262.024(a)(4).
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Other: County Judge Dan A. Gattis (Absent from the Dais)
  Attachments:
  Almanza Blackburn and Dickie Engagement Letter
 
             
51. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the renewal of Road Striping, Bid #15IFB104 for same pricing, terms and conditions as existing contract for the term of January 27, 2016 through January 26, 2017 with D I J Construction.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the renewal of Road Striping, Bid #15IFB104 for same pricing, terms, and conditions as existing contract for the term of January 27, 2016 through January 26, 2017 with D I J Construction.
 
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:
  DIJ Construction Bid Extension for Road Striping
 
             
52. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for IFB# 1511-034, Signs and Markers for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for Invitation for Bid ( IFB) #1511-034, Signs and Markers for Williamson County 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:
  Signs and Markers
 
             
53. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve revised service agreement with Suddenlink for additional broadband to support county IT operations pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(7)(C).
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve revised service agreement with Suddenlink for additional broadband to support county Information Technology (IT) operations pursuant to Texas Local Government Code § 262.024(a)(7)(C).
 
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:
  Suddenlink Commercial Service Agreement
 
             
54. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ#15RFQ109/RFP#15RFP134, Construction Manager-at-Risk for the Williamson County Georgetown Annex to the best proposal; Chasco Construction and authorizing Judge Gattis to execute the Agreement between Owner and Construction Manager-at-Risk.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To award Request for Qualifications (RFQ) #15RFQ109/Request for Proposal (RFP) #15RFP134, Construction Manager-at-Risk for the Williamson County Georgetown Annex to the best proposal - Chasco Construction; and authorize the County Judge to execute the Agreement between Owner and Construction Manager-at-Risk.
 
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:
  Evaluation
  Recommendation
  12.15.2015 Chasco Construction Management-at-Risk Agreement for GT Annex
 
             
55. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ#15RFQ108/RFP#15RFP132, Construction Manager-at-Risk for the Williamson County North Campus Facilities to the best proposal; Vaughn Construction and authorizing Judge Gattis to execute the Agreement between Owner and Construction Manager-at-Risk.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To award Request for Qualifications (RFQ) #15RFQ108/Request for Proposal (RFP) #15RFP132, Construction Manager-at-Risk for the Williamson County North Campus Facilities to the best proposal - Vaughn Construction; and authorize the County Judge to execute the Agreement between Owner and Construction Manager-at-Risk.
 
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:
  Evaluation
  Recommendation
  12.15.2015 CMAR Agreement with J T Vaughn Construction for North Campus Facilities
 
             
56. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ#15RFQ110/RFP#15RFP133, Construction Manager-at-Risk for the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center to the best proposal; American Constructors and authorizing Judge Gattis to execute the Agreement between Owner and Construction Manager-at-Risk.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To award Request for Qualifications (RFQ) #15RFQ110/Request for Proposal (RFP) #15RFP133, Construction Manager-at-Risk for the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center to the best proposal - American Constructors; and authorize the County Judge to execute the Agreement between Owner and Construction Manager-at-Risk.
 
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:
  Evaluation
  Recommendation
  12.15.2015 Construction Manager-at-Risk Agreement with American Constructors for SOTC
 
             
57. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to acknowledge Applied Concepts, Inc. D/B/A Stalker Radar’s agreement to continue the terms of the current rental of radar equipment through May 31, 2016 on a month-to-month payment schedule, in the amount of $5,918.06 per month.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To acknowledge Applied Concepts, Inc. D/B/A Stalker Radar’s agreement to continue the terms of the current rental of radar equipment through May 31, 2016 on a month-to-month payment schedule in the amount of $5,918.06 per month.
 
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:
  Agreement
 
             
58. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFP#1509-011, Hosted Solution Service - Web Based Benefit Enrollment System to the best proposal, Winston Financial Services, Inc.
  This item was pulled from the Agenda.
  Attachments:
  Master Services agreement
  Statement of Work
  score sheet
 
             
59. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a lease agreement and associated documents with Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC for IT Network Equipment and Services pursuant to State Of Texas Department Of Information Resources Contract No. DIR-TSO-2544.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a lease agreement and associated documents with Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC for Information Technology (IT) Network Equipment and Services pursuant to State Of Texas Department Of Information Resources Contract No. DIR-TSO-2544.
 
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:
  12.15.2015 TX Department of Information Resources Contract No DIR-TSO-2544 with Presidio Networked Solutions Group
 
             
60. 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 for unspent 2015 donation dollars for the EMS Department.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for unspent 2015 donation dollars for the EMS Department:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0540-003670 Use of Donations $464.36
 
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
             
61. 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 for unspent 2015 donation dollars for the Parks Department.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for unspent 2015 donation dollars for the Parks Department:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0510-003670 Use of Donations $9,446.67
 
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
             
62. 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 for unspent 2015 donation dollars for Veterans Services.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for unspent 2015 donation dollars for Veterans Services:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0405-003670 Use of Donations $956.85
 
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
             
63. 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 for unspent 2015 donation dollars for the Sheriff's Office Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for unspent 2015 donation dollars for the Sheriff's Office Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0560-003671 Use of V.A. Donations $851.66
 
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
             
64. 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 for various departments.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for various departments:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0475-004229 Co Atty/ St Law Enforc Trng $1,422.37
  0100-0551-004229 Const 1/St Law Enforc Trng $6,023.85
  0100-0552-004229 Const 2/St Law Enforc Trng $3,054.91
  0100-0553-004229 Const 3/St Law Enforc Trng $4,684.66
  0100-0554-004229 Const 4/St Law Enforc Trng $3,025.79
  0100-0560-004229 SO/St Law Enforc Trng $22,827.81
  0100-0570-004229 Co Jail/St Law Enforc Trng $10,481.37
  0100-0440-004229 DA/St Law Enforc Trng $1,494.24
 
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
             
65. 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 additional revenues for Park Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-367403 Park Donations $440.00
 
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
             
66. 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 additional expenditures for Park Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0510-003670 Use of Donations $440.00
 
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
             
67. 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 additional revenues for Veteran Services Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Veteran Services Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-367400 Donations $268.00
 
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
             
68. 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 additional expenditures for Veteran Services Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Veteran Services Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0405-003670 Use of Donations $268.00
 
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
             
69. 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 for unspent 2015 donation dollars for the Constable Precinct 2.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for unspent 2015 donation dollars for the Constable Precinct #2:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0552-003670 Use of Donations $433.15
 
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
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:49 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2015.
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:50 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2015.
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:50 A.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2015.
             
70. 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.
e) Discuss Project Deliver
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
71. 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.
s) Discuss accepting the donation of a Water Quality/Detention Pond on Avery Ranch Blvd.
t) Discuss accepting donations of ROW for Busby Lane.

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
j) Discuss possible sale of 183 A excess right of way
k) Discuss proposed sale of real estate of Blue Springs Blvd
l) Discuss transfer of ROW on a portion of Williams Drive to the City of Georgetown
m) Discuss abandonment of CR359.
n) Discuss proposed land swap on East Old Settlers Blvd.

C. Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman. 
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
72. 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) Floodplain Regulation Issue
l) Carolyn Barnes v. Austin American Statesman, et al.; Cause # D-1-GN-15-002626, in the 353rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
m) 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
n) 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
o) Notice of Claim – In Re Ray Steven Rose
p) Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011-2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal
q) Utility damage claim that occurred on or about 02/19/2014 on CR 488 (Claim # TXPR141360)
r) Claim for overpayment – Timothy Wright
s) Medical subrogation lien settlement offer related to covered person in County’s health benefits plan.
t) Potential claims and litigation against Volkswagen and Audi related to Volkswagen and Audi emission control systems on diesel engine vehicles in the period 2009 – 2015
u) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
v) Royger Harris Claim
w) Employment law and regulations relating to court reporters.
x) Jessica Smith claim
y) Contract negotiation of Williamson County and Cities Health District Interlocal Agreement
z) Water law and ability to conduct county study as to future county needs
aa) Legislative changes to firearms laws and possession of firearms on county property
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
73. 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).
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 2:36 P.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2015.
             
74. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding economic development.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
75. Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
76. 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) Floodplain Regulation Issue
l) Carolyn Barnes v. Austin American Statesman, et al.; Cause # D-1-GN-15-002626, in the 353rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas
m) 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
n) 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
o) Notice of Claim – In Re Ray Steven Rose
p) 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
q) Utility damage claim that occurred on or about 02/19/2014 on CR 488 (Claim # TXPR141360)
r) Claim for overpayment – Timothy Wright
s) Medical subrogation lien settlement offer related to covered person in County’s health benefits plan.
t) Potential claims and litigation against Volkswagen and Audi related to Volkswagen and Audi emission control systems on diesel engine vehicles in the period 2009 – 2015
u) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop
v) Royger Harris Claim
w) Employment law and regulations relating to court reporters.
x) Jessica Smith claim
y) Contract negotiation of Williamson County and Cities Health District Interlocal Agreement
z) Water law and ability to conduct county study as to future county needs
aa) Legislative changes to firearms laws and possession of firearms on county property
  No action was taken on this item.
             
77. 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.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
78. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding legislative changes to firearms laws, to include but not be limited to the adoption and implementation of regulations and policies relating to the possession of firearms on and within Williamson County property and facilities.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
79. Comments from Commissioners.
  There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 2:37 P.M. ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2015.
 
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 5th day of January 2016.


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy



    

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