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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
FEBRUARY 25, 2014
 

STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:38 A.M. on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2014, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
 
Present:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis  
 
Commissioner Precinct 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 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the Minutes of the February 18, 2014 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:
  02.18.2014 CC Minutes
 
             
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
3.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, Wire Transfers and Electronic Payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
  Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager Donna Baker addressed the Court.

Commissioner Birkman abstained in regards to payment of an invoice for The Gabriels Funeral Chapel (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $52,472,036.88 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:
  02.25.2014 Funding Report
  02.25.2014 Quick Check Report
  02.25.2014\02.25.2014 Wire Transfers
  Conflict of Interest Affidavit - Birkman
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
 

Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
             
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. ( Items 5 – 13 )
             
5. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for HazMat.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Hazardous Materials (Haz-Mat):
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non Dept/Contingencies $3,221.76
To 0100-0542-004541 HazMat/Vehicle Repairs $1,010.20
To 0100-0542-004543 HazMat/Repairs to Equip $2,211.56
 
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 line item transfer for County Sheriff.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Sheriff:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0560-003100 SO/Office Supplies $1,706.00
From 0100-0560-004350 SO/Printed Forms $2,770.00
To 0100-0560-004621 SO/Copier Rental and Supplies $4,476.00
 
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 and consider approving a line item transfer for Emergency Communications.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Communications:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0581-004621 911 Comm/Copier $600.00
To 0100-0581-004541 911 CommVehicle Repairs $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
             
8. Discuss and take action on Budget Line Item Transfer for Juvenile Services.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Juvenile Services:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0576-003010 Computer Equipment $500.00
To 0100-0576-005000 Capital Outlay $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
             
9. To discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for RCS.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Radio Communication System (RCS):
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0507-0507-004545 Tower Maintenance $2,500.00
To 0507-0507-001110 Overtime $2,500.00
From 0507-0507-004545 Tower Maintenance $191.25
To 0507-0507-002010 FICA 191.25
From 0507-0507-004545 Tower Maintenance $319.50
To 0507-0507-002020 Retirement $319.50
 
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. Consider authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in (complete list attached).
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
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
 
             
11. Consider approving property tax collections for the month of January 2014 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve property tax collections for the month of January 2014 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:
  010114-013114 GWI-RFM Graph
  010114-013114 GWI-RFM
 
             
12. Consider approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of January 2014 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of January 2014 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:
  010114-013114 Refunds Over 2500
 
             
13. Discuss and consider approval of final plat for the Highlands at Mayfield Ranch Bainbridge Cove subdivision - Pct 3.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve final plat for the Highlands at Mayfield Ranch Bainbridge Cove 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 Bainbridge Cove
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
14. Hear presentation by Shimshom Adam Zeevi on Eagle Scout project on how to properly and respectfully retire the U.S. flag presented.
  Eagle Scout Candidate Shimshom Adam Zeevi addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
  Attachments:
  Project Press Release
 
             
15. Discuss and take action regarding the implementation of a burn ban for Williamson County.
  Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator Bart Turek, President Pat Ekiss of the Williamson County Fire Chiefs Association, and General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal C. Hawes addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to sign a Burn Ban Order that prohibits outdoor burning for thirty (30) days and, if the County Judge determines that the circumstances present in the unincorporated areas of Williamson County no longer create a public safety hazard that would be exacerbated by outdoor burning, the County Judge is further authorized to terminate the Burn Ban prior to the expiration of said thirty (30) days.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning
 
             
16. 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.
             
17. Discuss and take appropriate action on a TxDoT Permit to Construct Access Driveway Facilities for the Business Park at Brushy Creek.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Permit to Construct Access Driveway Facilities for the Business Park at Brushy Creek.
 
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 Permit to Construct
 
             
18. Discuss and take appropriate action on a First Amendment to the Temporary Construction Easement for the SH 45/O'Connor Blvd. Roadway Improvements.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a First Amendment to the Temporary Construction Easement for the State Highway 45/O'Connor Boulevard Roadway Improvements.
 
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:
  Robinson First Amendment to TCE
 
             
19. Discuss and consider approving an Emergency Services Organization Agreement between Williamson County and the Taylor Volunteer Fire Department.  
  Senior Director of Emergency Services John Sneed addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve an Emergency Services Organization Agreement between Williamson County and the Taylor Volunteer Fire Department.
 
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:
  Taylor VFD Emergency Services Organizations Agreement
 
             
20. Discuss and take appropriate action on ESO payments for 2014.
  Senior Director of Emergency Services John Sneed and President Pat Ekiss of the Williamson County Fire Chiefs Association addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve Emergency Services Operations (ESO) payments for 2014.
 
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:
  payment chart
 
             
21. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of March 19, 2014 at 2PM in the Purchasing Department to receive proposals for RFP#14RFP00211, Automated Teller Machine Placement in Williamson County Facilities.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set the date of March 19, 2014 at 2:00 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive proposals for RFP #14RFP00211, Automated Teller Machine Placement in Williamson County Facilities.
 
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:
  ATM Services RFP package
 
             
22. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of March 25, 2014 at 2:00 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive proposals for Patient Cardiac Care Monitors, RFP #14RFP00212 for EMS.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize and set the date of March 25, 2014 at 2:00 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive proposals for Patient Cardiac Care Monitors, RFP #14RFP00212 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:
  Patient Cardiac Care Monitor RFP package
 
             
23. Discuss and take appropriate action on approving Professional Services Agreement between Voelter Associates, Inc. and Williamson County, Texas for professional Architectural services, and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for professional services, as set forth under Section 262.024(a) (4) of the Texas Local Government Code.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Professional Services Agreement between Voelter Associates, Inc. and Williamson County, Texas for professional architectural services, and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for professional services, as set forth under Section 262.024(a) (4) 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:
  Voelter Associates PSA for Lintel Replacement
 
             
24. Discuss and take appropriate action on approving agreement for buyboard contract #416-12 with G&K Services for Uniform Rental for Road and Bridge Division.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the Addendum No. 1 to Agreement for Supply of G & K Services (Rental Uniforms - Bid #416-12) Between G & K Services and Williamson County, Texas.
 
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:
  Addendum 1 to G and K Services Uniform Rental Agreement
  Buyboard pricing
 
             
25. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for February 2014 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for February 2014 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-341220 Vol Duty Revenue, SO $12,950.11
  0100-0000-341240 Ex Duty Revenue, SO $42,775.81
  0100-0000-341221 Revenue, Const 1 $1,689.75
  0100-0000-341222 Revenue, Const 2 $4,912.82
  0100-0000-341223 Revenue, Const 3 $3,047.18
  0100-0000-341224 Revenue, Const 4 $557.62
  0100-0000-341226 Revenue, Juv $67.59
 
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
             
26. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for February 2014 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty pay.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for February 2014 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty pay:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0551-001117 Vol Duty, Const 1 $1,500.00
  0100-0551-002010 FICA, Const 1 $114.75
  0100-0551-002050 Worker's Comp, Const 1 $75.00
  0100-0552-001117 Vol Duty, Const 2 $1,575.00
  0100-0552-001118 Extra Duty, Const 2 $2,502.26
  0100-0552-002010 FICA, Const 2 $311.91
  0100-0552-002020 Retirement, Const 2 $319.79
  0100-0552-002050 Worker's Comp, Const 2 $203.86
  0100-0553-001117 Vol Duty, Const 3 $2,705.00
  0100-0553-002010 FICA, Const 3 $206.93
  0100-0553-002050 Worker's Comp, Const 3 $135.25
  0100-0554-001117 Vol Duty, Const 4 $495.00
  0100-0554-002010 FICA, Const 4 $37.87
  0100-0554-002050 Worker's Comp, Const 4 $24.75
  0100-0560-001117 Vol Duty, SO $8,975.28
  0100-0560-001118 Extra Duty, SO $34,103.33
  0100-0560-002010 FICA, SO $3,295.51
  0100-0560-002020 Retirement, SO $4,358.41
  0100-0560-002050 Worker's Comp, SO $2,153.93
  0100-0570-001117 Vol Duty, Jail $2,520.60
  0100-0570-002010 FICA, Jail $192.83
  0100-0570-002050 Worker's Comp, Jail $126.03
  0100-0576-001117 Vol Duty, Juv $60.00
  0100-0576-002010 FICA, Juv $4.59
  0100-0576-002050 Worker's Comp, Juv $3.00
 
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
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:25 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2014.
             
27. 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.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
28. 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 amendment to TCE on SH 45/O’Connor Blvd.
d) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Blvd.
e) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 Seward Junction Loop project.
f) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along Lakeline extension.
g) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for future parkland in Precinct 2. 
h) Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
i) Discuss flooding issues with property located on Pond Springs Rd.
j) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Tradesman Park Blvd.

2. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
a) Discuss a TXDOT permit to construct access driveway facilities
b) Discuss County owned real estate adjacent to and near RM 2338 at Booty's Crossing.
c) Discuss County owned real estate on CR 258
d) Discuss proposed acquisition of land for County Parks.
e) Discuss proposed acquisition of 89.476 acres by Georgetown Inner Loop.
f) Discuss proposed sale of 98 acre tract abutting Blue Springs Blvd.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
29. 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) Cause No. 13-0090-C26, Mathews v. Williamson County, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 26th Judicial District.
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) 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
l) 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
m) 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
n) James Windom and Jane Windom v. Williamson County, Texas: Cause #13-0398-C368 in the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:39 P.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2014.
             
30. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding economic development matters.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
31. Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
32. 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) Cause No. 13-0090-C26, Mathews v. Williamson County, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 26th Judicial District.
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) 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
l) 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
m) 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
n) James Windom and Jane Windom v. Williamson County, Texas: Cause #13-0398-C368 in the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
  No action was taken on this item.
             
33. Comments from Commissioners.
 

Commissioner Covey invited everyone to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Ronald Reagan Boulevard North Phase IV connecting Parmer to just south of Jarrell on Wednesday, March 5, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. at a location to be announced.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:39 P.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2014. 
 
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 4th day of March 2014.


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy

    

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