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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
FEBRUARY 10, 2015




STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:38 A.M. on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 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 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the Minutes of the February 3, 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:
  02.03.2015 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 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $4,399,101.99 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:
  02.10.2015 Wire Transfers
  02.10.2015 Electronic Payments
  02.10.2015 Funding Report
  02.10.2015 Quick Check Report
 
             
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 – 17 )
             
5. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
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 Leg Supp $4,533.00
To 0100-0475-004999 Miscellaneous $4,533.00
 
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, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a line item transfer for the County Attorney's office.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
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 $17,462.76
To 0100-0475-001927 Co Atty Leg Supp $17,462.76
 
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 on authorizing the disposal of (1) county vehicle through sale; pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code § 263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of (1) county vehicle through sale; 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
 
             
8. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (6) computers/laptops, (4) keyboards/mice, (13) monitors, (4) docking stations, (1) monitor stand, (1) server rack, (2) CPU, (2) Microsoft Windows XP, (3) wireless call stations/mounts, (5) Poweredge servers, (1) Dell Axim, (1) palm pilot, (4) computer bags, (1) set of computer speakers, (1) polycom conference phone,  (3) printers, (1) scanner,  ., (1) modem, miscellaneous IT equipment such as power supplies, surge protectors, catalyst, servers, etc., (1) laminator, (1) fax, (3) cameras, (1) shredder,  ( 2) postage scales, (8) adding machines, (3) electric staplers, miscellaneous office equipment such as label writer, cash drawer, etc.,  (2) trash cans, (3) cabinets,  (2) chairs, (1) bookcase, (1) fan,  (2) desk lamps, miscellaneous office supplies such as cartridges etc. (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code § 263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (6) computers/laptops, (4) keyboards/mice, (13) monitors, (4) docking stations, (1) monitor stand, (1) server rack, (2) CPU, (2) Microsoft Windows XP, (3) wireless call stations/mounts, (5) Poweredge servers, (1) Dell Axim, (1) palm pilot, (4) computer bags, (1) set of computer speakers, (1) polycom conference phone, (3) printers, (1) scanner, (1) modem, miscellaneous IT equipment such as power supplies, surge protectors, catalyst, servers, etc., (1) laminator, (1) fax, (3) cameras, (1) shredder, ( 2) postage scales, (8) adding machines, (3) electric staplers, miscellaneous office equipment such as label writer, cash drawer, etc., (2) trash cans, (3) cabinets, (2) chairs, (1) bookcase, (1) fan, (2) desk lamps, miscellaneous office supplies such as cartridges, etc. (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:
  Sale auction
 
             
9. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-office transfer including (1) Dell laptop, Docking Station, Monitor, keyboard and mouse; (1) Motorola Portable Radio; (1) Polycom Conference Phone; and (1) Canon Image Scanner (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code § 263.152.

  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the transfer of various county assets through inter-office transfer including (1) Dell laptop, docking station, monitor, keyboard, and mouse; (1) Motorola Portable Radio; (1) Polycom Conference Phone; and (1) Canon Image Scanner (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:
  Transfer between Departments
 
             
10. Acknowledge report on Jail/Justice Center Window Lintel Repairs project P414; S & G Contracting Change Order 1 in the amount of $750 and Change Order 2 in the amount of $1,200.00.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To acknowledge report on Jail/Justice Center Window Lintel Repairs project P414; S & G Contracting Change Order 1 in the amount of $750.00 and Change Order 2 in the amount of $1,200.00.
 
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:
  P414 Lintel S&G Change Order 1
  P414 Lintel S&G Change Order 2
 
             
11. Consider approving the Investment Report for the Quarter ending December 31, 2014 which was approved by the Investment Committee on January 28, 2015.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the Investment Report for October through December 2014 and the quarter ending December 31, 2014, which was approved by the Investment Committee on January 28, 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:
  Investment Report Dec 2014
 
             
12. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a TexPool Resolution adding the current Williamson County Treasurer, Jerri Jones, as an Authorized Representative for the TexPool Participant, Williamson County County Clerk.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a TexPool Resolution adding the current Williamson County Treasurer, Jerri Jones, as an Authorized Representative for the TexPool Participant, Williamson County County Clerk.
 
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:
  TexPool Wm Co Co Clerk
 
             
13. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a TexPool Resolution adding the current Williamson County Treasurer, Jerri Jones, as an Authorized Representative for the TexPool Participant, Williamson County District Clerk.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a TexPool Resolution adding the current Williamson County Treasurer, Jerri Jones, as an Authorized Representative for the TexPool Participant, Williamson County District Clerk.
 
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:
  TexPool Participant - District Clerk
 
             
14. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a TexPool Resolution adding the current Williamson County Treasurer, Jerri Jones, as an Authorized Representative for the TexPool Participant, Williamson County District Attorney.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a TexPool Resolution adding the current Williamson County Treasurer, Jerri Jones, as an Authorized Representative for the TexPool Participant, Williamson County District Attorney.
 
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:
  TexPool - Participant District Atty
 
             
15. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a TexPool Resolution adding the current Williamson County Treasurer, Jerri Jones, as an Authorized Representative for the TexPool Participant, Williamson County.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a TexPool Resolution adding the current Williamson County Treasurer, Jerri Jones, as an Authorized Representative for the TexPool Participant, 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:
  TexPool - Particpant Wm County
 
             
16. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of preliminary plat for the Twin Creek Farms Ph 2 Sec 2 Subdivision - Pct 3.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve preliminary plat for the Twin Creek Farms Phase 2 Section 2 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:
  Prelim Plat - Twin Creek Farms Ph 2 Sec 2
 
             
17. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Ridge at Cross Creek Subdivision - Pct 3.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve preliminary plat for the Ridge at Cross Creek 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:
  Prelim Plat - Ridge at Cross Creek
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
18. Discuss and take appropriate action on Proclamation declaring April 19 - April 25, 2015 as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a Proclamation declaring April 19 - April 25, 2015 as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.
 
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:
  \\sheriff\CID\Victims Assistance\2015 NCVRW Proclamation
 
             
19. Discuss and take appropriate action on the recognition of Melissa Hightower, Chief Investigator for the Williamson County Attorney’s Office, for receiving the 2014 Chuck Dennis Investigator of the Year Award from the Texas District and County Attorney Association. 
  County Attorney Dee Hobbs and Chief Investigator for the Williamson County Attorney's Office Melissa Hightower addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
  Attachments:
  nomination letter
 
             
20. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
21. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Contract for Architectural Services between Williamson County and KAH Architecture and Interior Design relating to the Renovations of the Sheriff's Office Crime Lab and Intake Offices, a project funded for FY2015 in 0100-0509-004509.
  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 Contract for Architectural Services between Williamson County and KAH Architecture and Interior Design relating to the Renovations of the Sheriff's Office Crime Lab and Intake Offices, a project funded for Fiscal Year (FY) 2015 in 0100-0509-004509.
 
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:
  KAH Architecture Contract
 
             
22. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Contract for Architectural Services between Williamson County and Voelter Associates, Inc. relating to the Sign Shop Phase 2, a project funded in 0200-0210-004510.
  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 Contract for Architectural Services between Williamson County and Voelter Associates, Inc. relating to the Sign Shop Phase 2, a project funded in 0200-0210-004510.
 
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 Contract for Sign Shop Architectural Services
 
             
23. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a Contract for Architectural Services between Williamson County and Studio 8 Architecture & Interiors relating to the Splash Pad Repairs, a project funded in P412.
  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 Contract for Architectural Services between Williamson County and Studio 8 Architecture & Interiors relating to the Splash Pad Repairs, a project funded in P412.
 
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:
  Studio 8 Architecture and Interiors Contract for Splash Pad Repairs
 
             
24. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on request by Waste Management to increase fees at the Williamson County Landfill in accordance with the terms of the 2009 contractual agreement - Article III, Section 3.2.
 
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve Waste Management request to increase fees at the Williamson County Landfill in accordance with the terms of the 2009 Contractual Agreement - Article III, Section 3.2.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Nay: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Attachments:
  Landfill Rate Increase
 
             
25. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on new Professional Services Agreement  with PaveTex Engineering and Testing, Inc. to provide geotechnical and lab testing services for Road & Bridge Division.
  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 new Professional Services Agreement with PaveTex Engineering and Testing, Inc. to provide geotechnical and lab testing services for Road & Bridge Division.
 
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:
  PaveTex Engineering and Testing PSA for Geotechnical Services
 
             
26. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on new Professional Services Agreement with Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. to provide geotechnical and lab testing services for Road & Bridge Division.
  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 new Professional Services Agreement with Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. to provide geotechnical and lab testing services for Road & Bridge Division.
 
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:
  Raba Kistner Consultants PSA for Geotechnical Services
 
             
27. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on new Professional Services Agreement with Diamond Surveying, Inc. to provide surveying services for Road & Bridge Division.
  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 new Professional Services Agreement with Diamond Surveying, Inc. to provide surveying services for Road & Bridge Division.
 
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:
  Diamond Surveying Contract for Surveying Services
 
             
28. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on new Professional Services Agreement with Walker Texas Surveyors, Inc. to provide surveying services for Road & Bridge Division.
  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 new Professional Services Agreement with Walker Texas Surveyors, Inc. to provide surveying services for Road & Bridge Division.
 
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:
  Walker Texas Surveyors Contract for Surveying Services
 
             
29. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on new Professional Services Agreement with Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. to provide utility coordination and relocation services for Road & Bridge Division.
  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 new Professional Services Agreement with Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc. to provide utility coordination and relocation services for Road & Bridge Division.
 
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:
  Cobb Fendley and Associates PSA for Utility Coordination and Relocation
 
             
30. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on new Professional Services Agreement with Halff Associates, Inc. to provide utility coordination and relocation services for Road & Bridge Division.
  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 new Professional Services Agreement with Halff Associates, Inc. to provide utility coordination and relocation services for Road & Bridge Division.
 
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:
  Halff Associates PSA for Utility Coordination and Relocation
 
             
31. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the approval of an agreement with Williamson Travis Counties MUD No. 1 for vehicle reimbursements during off-duty work conducted by Sheriff’s Office deputies.
  General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a Standard Agreement with Local Governmental Entity Regarding Off-Duty Contracting of County Sheriff Deputies with Williamson Travis Counties Municipal Utility District (MUD) No. 1 commencing on February 10, 2015 and terminating on September 30, 2015 for vehicle reimbursements during off-duty work conducted by Sheriff’s Office Deputies.
 
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:
  Williamson Travis Counties MUD 1 Law Enforcement Agreement
 
             
32. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the approval of an agreement with Blockhouse Creek Municipal Utility District for vehicle reimbursements during off-duty work conducted by Sheriff’s Office deputies.
  Rachel Arnold, Executive Assistant to Commissioner of Precinct #3, addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a Standard Agreement with Local Governmental Entity Regarding Off-Duty Contracting of County Sheriff Deputies with Blockhouse Creek Municipal Utility District commencing on February 10, 2015 and terminating on September 30, 2015 for vehicle reimbursements during off-duty work conducted by Sheriff’s Office Deputies.
 
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:
  Blockhouse Creek MUD Law Enforcement Agreement
 
             
33. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an extension agreement for the Bank Depository contract dated June 1, 2011 between Union State Bank and Williamson County for an additional term of two months commencing on June 1, 2015 and ending on midnight of July 31, 2015 for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract.
  This item was pulled from the Agenda.
  Attachments:
  extension agreement USB
  extension agreement JP Morgan
 
             
34. 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 the Sheriff's Office.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Sheriff's Office:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-370515 TDH Monitoring Fees $18,000.00
 
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
             
35. 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 the Sheriff's Office.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Sheriff's Office:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0560-001110 Overtime $13,417.20
  0100-0560-002010 FICA $1,377.00
  0100-0560-002020 Retirement $2,305.80
  0100-0560-002050 Workers Compensation $900.00
 
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 10:01 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2015.
             
36. 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.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
37.  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 proposed SH 29 project.
c) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for future parkland.
d) Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
e) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Arterial H
f) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Inner Loop
g) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Neenah Blvd.
h) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Landfill properties (Chandler Rd.)
i) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 119
j) Discuss the acquisition of real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
k) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County facilities
l) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 258
m) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Kruger land swap
n) Discuss the roadways within the Somerset Road District #2.

2. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson 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 sale of real estate on CR 107 & CR 118
e) Discuss proposed exchange of property with BCMUD along Great Oaks Drive.
f) Discuss proposed exchange of property with Mr. Kruger
g) Discuss proposed deeds without warranty for Old Lakeway Dr. ROW
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
38. 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) Employee/personnel 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. 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
m) Claims and potential litigation regarding Ronald Reagan Boulevard North, Phase IV- Ranger Excavating, LP/Ramming Paving Company, LLC
n) Case No. 5:14-cv-0766-XR; Wickerham v. Waterman et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas
o) Cause No. D-1-GN-14-003420; John Wesley Staten v. State Of Texas, et al.; In The District Court Of Travis County, Texas;
p) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters;
q) Platting requirements/violations relating to Norma Kenimar Snow/Hillside Nursery, Inc. Conveyance – Warranty Deed with Vendor’s Lien filed under Document No. 2014056160, Official Records, Williamson County, Texas/Snow Woods Subdivision
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
39. 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 11:29 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2015.
             
40. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding economic development.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
41. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding real estate.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
42. 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) Employee/personnel 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. 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
m) Claims and potential litigation regarding Ronald Reagan Boulevard North, Phase IV- Ranger Excavating, LP/Ramming Paving Company, LLC
n) Case No. 5:14-cv-0766-XR; Wickerham v. Waterman et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas
o) Cause No. D-1-GN-14-003420; John Wesley Staten v. State Of Texas, et al.; In The District Court Of Travis County, Texas;
p) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters;
q) Platting requirements/violations relating to Norma Kenimar Snow/Hillside Nursery, Inc. Conveyance – Warranty Deed with Vendor’s Lien filed under Document No. 2014056160, Official Records, Williamson County, Texas/Snow Woods Subdivision

  No action was taken on this item.
             
43. 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.
             
44. Comments from Commissioners.
  There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:29 A.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2015.
 
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 February 2015.


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy



    

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