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MINUTES OF THE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
March 27, 2012
             
STATE OF TEXAS )(

COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:37 A.M. on TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2012, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis  
 
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman  
 
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long  
 
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey  
 
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison  
 
County Clerk Nancy E. Rister  
Others Present:
Hal Hawes, Legal Advisor to Commissioner's Court
Black Wehling, 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 March 20, 2012 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:
  03.20.2012 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 $1,959,769.11 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:
  Conflict of Interest Affidavit - Birkman
  Funding Report
  Quick Check Report
  Wire Transfers
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
  Director of Williamson County Veterans' Services Donna Harrell and 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 – 18 )
             
5. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the County Attorney.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Attorney:
From 0100-0475-004350 Printed Materials & Binding $2,750.00    
To 0100-0475-004541 Vehicle Repairs/Maint $2,750.00
 
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 County Treasurer.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Treasurer:
From: 0100-0497-004500 Maintenance contracts $ 2,000.00    
To: 0100-0497-003005 Office Furniture $ 2,000.00
 
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
             
7. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for JP 4.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Justice of the Peace, Precinct #4:
From 0100-0454-001100 Salaries $450.24    
To 0100-0454-001107 Temp Labor $450.24
 
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
             
8. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Department.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Department:
From 0200-0210-003550 Asphalt $600,000.00    
To 0200-0210-000777 Transfer to Capital Projects $600,000.00
 
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
             
9. Consider accepting a $100.00 donation for a Memorial Tree planting in Memory of Janet Elaine Bartles.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To accept a $100.00 donation for a Memorial Tree planting in memory of Janet Elaine Bartles.
 
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 accepting a $100.00 donation for a Memorial Tree planting in Memory of David Allen Kratochvil.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To accept a $100.00 donation for a Memorial Tree planting in memory of David Allen Kratochvil.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
11. Discuss and approve noting in the minutes that Commissioner Ron Morrison successfully completed the 2011 Commissioners Statutory Continuing Education requirement.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To note in the minutes that Commissioner Ron Morrison successfully completed the 2011 Commissioner's Statutory Continuing Education requirement.
 
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:
  CE Certificate 2011
  CE Transcript 2011
 
             
12. Discuss and considering approving Certificate of Completion for Commissioner Cynthia P. Long for successfully completing 2011 continuing education as required by Article 81.0025 of the Texas Local Government Code.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve the Certificate of Completion for Commissioner Cynthia P. Long for successfully completing 2011 continuing education as required by Article 81.0025 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:
  CL Continuing Education 2011
 
             
13. Consider approving and entering into the official minutes  the Treasurer's Report on the Williamson County Finances for February 2012.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve and enter into the official minutes the Treasurer's Report on the Williamson County Finances for February, 2012.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Feb 2012 Treasurers Report
 
             
14. Consider authorizing the transfer of various equipment items through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the transfer of various equipment items through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Asset Change Form
 
             
15. Discuss and take action on reappointment of ESD 7 board members Gary B Davis, John Fenoglio and Tina Geiselbrecht.  There terms will be January 1, 2012 to January 1, 2014.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve the re-appointment of Emergency Services District #7 board members Gary B. Davis, John Fenoglio and Tina Geiselbrecht for terms from January 1, 2012 to January 1, 2014 and to correct 'there' for 'their' in the agenda item.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
16. Discuss and take action on the reappointment of Barry Smith to the ESD 5 Board.  Term is January 1, 2012 to Jan 1, 2014.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve the re-appointment of Barry Smith to the Emergency Services District #5 Board for a term from January 1, 2012 to January 1, 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
             
17. Discuss and take action on the reappointment of Marvin Gilley to the ESD 5 Board.  His term is January 1, 2012 to January 1, 2014.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve the re-appointment of Marvin Gilley to the Emergency Services District #5 Board for a term from January 1, 2012 to January 1, 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
             
18. Discuss and consider reapproval of preliminary plat for Middle Brook Ranch - Pct 2
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To re-approve the preliminary plat for Middle Brook Ranch in Precinct #2.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Prelim Plat - Middle Brook Ranch
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
19. Consider approving proclamation for Williamson County Child Fatality Review Team and Williamson County EMS proclaiming April 1, 2012 as the beginning of April Pools Day in Williamson County.
  Director of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Kenny Schnell addressed the Court
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a proclamation for the Williamson County Child Fatality Review Team and Williamson County Emergency Medical Services proclaiming April 1, 2012 as the beginning of April Pools Day in Williamson County.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  April Pools Day Proclamation
 
             
20. Discuss and hear presentation from David Flores, County Auditor, and Dan Wegmiller, Financial Advisor-Specialized Public Finance, in regards to an Analysis of the County's Debt Structure and the results of the Refunding.
  County Auditor David Flores, Dan Wegmiller of Specialized Public Finance Services and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.

No action was taken on this item.
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO A ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:46 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2012.

             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:56 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2012.
             
21. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the Commissioners Court meeting dates of April 3rd and April 10th, 2012.
  Motion by County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To cancel the regular Court meeting scheduled on April 10, 1012, but to hold the Budget Meeting scheduled on that date at a time to be determined later.
 
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
             
22. Discuss and consider approving a salary grievance committee, including alternates.
  Budget Officer Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a Salary Grievance Committee, consisting of the following 9 members and 9 alternates: 1) Charlotte Malan of Taylor, 2) Patricia Hanger of Austin, 3) Christy Goodman of Cedar Park, 4) Bob Bennett of Round Rock, 5) Don Homeyer of Georgetown, 6) Shirley Davis of Florence, 7) Sandy Rogers of Round Rock, 8) Judy McLeod of Round Rock, 9) Weldon R. Copeland of Hutto, members and 1) Richard Hogge of Liberty Hill, 2) Marlon Cotham of Cedar Park, 3) Sharon Miller of Round Rock, 4) Mary Jane Berry of Georgetown, 5) Jon Jewett of Cedar Park, 6) Bud Bearss of Georgetown, 7) Donald Adam of Georgetown, 8) Lali Ewan of Georgetown and 9) Richard Hipsher of Taylor, alternates.
 
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:
  Salary Grievance Committee Members and Alternates
 
             
23. To discuss and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructures projects and issues update.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
24. Discuss and take appropriate action on road bond program.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
25. Discuss and take appropriate action on ESOC Change Proposal #5 from Vaughn Construction in the amount of $15,500.00 - credit.
  Facilities Director Gary Wilson addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve Emergency Services Operations Center (ESOC) Change Proposal #5 from Vaughn Construction in the amount of $15,500.00 - credit.
 
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:
  Vaughn Change Proposal 5 for ESOC
 
             
26. Report on Emergency Services Operations Center building project P136; Vaughn Construction Change Order #1 in the amount of $3,660.00 for upsizing water line.
  Facilities Director Gary Wilson addressed the Court. No action was taken.
  Attachments:
  P136 ESOC Vaughn Change Order 1
 
             
27. Report on Emergency Services Operations Center building project P136; Vaughn Construction Change Order #2 in the amount of $4,000.00 for upgrading ceramic floor tile grout to an epoxy grout.
 

Facilities Director Gary Wilson addressed the Court. No action was taken.

  Attachments:
  P136 ESOC Vaughn Change Order 2
 
             
28. Report on Emergency Services Operations Center building project P136; Vaughn Construction Change Order #3 in the amount of $12,623.00 for the City of Georgetown requirement to add a remote Fire Department Connection(FDC).
 

Facilities Director Gary Wilson addressed the Court. No action was taken.

  Attachments:
  P136 ESOC Vaughn Change Order 3
 
             
29. Report on Emergency Services Operations Center building project P136; Vaughn Construction Change Order #4 in the amount of $8,551.00 for the underground electric conduit to main transformer required by the City of Georgetown.
  Facilities Director Gary Wilson addressed the Court. No action was taken.
  Attachments:
  P136 ESOC Vaughn Change Order 4
 
             
30. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Professional Services Agreement for Landscape Architectural Services at the Williamson County Landfill between Williamson County and the Broussard Group, Inc.
  County Engineer Joe England addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a Professional Services Agreement for Landscape Architectural Services at the Williamson County Landfill between Williamson County and the Broussard Group, Incorporated.
 
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:
  Broussard Group PSA for Landscape Architecture
 
             
31. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Professional Services Contract between Baer Engineering and Williamson County for professional engineering and environmental consulting services at the Williamson County Jail.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a Professional Services Contract between Baer Engineering and Williamson County for professional engineering and environmental consulting services at the Williamson County Jail.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Baer Engineering PSA for Mold Sampling
 
             
32. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute a Letter Agreement with Edward Ferguson and Theresa Webb regarding easements on SH 195. (Parcel 219EE)
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Letter Agreement with Edward Ferguson and Theresa Webb regarding easements on State Highway 195 (Parcel 219EE).
 
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:
  Ferguson Webb Letter Agreement for SH 195 Easement
 
             
33. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Edward Ferguson and Theresa Webb for ROW needed on SH 195. (PARCEL 219/221)
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Edward Ferguson and Theresa Webb for right-of-way needed on State Highway 195 (Parcel 219/221).
 
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:
  Ferguson Webb Real Estate Contract for SH 195 ROW
 
             
34. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Vlasta Mekolik for ROW needed on Chandler IIIB. (PARCEL 27)
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Vlasta Mekolik for right-of-way needed on Chandler Road, Section IIIB (Parcel 27).
 
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:
  Mekolik Real Estate Contract for Chandler IIIB Row
 
             
35. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute a Letter Agreement with Marion Shipman for easements needed on SH 195. (PARCEL 116A)
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Letter Agreement with Marion Shipman for easements needed on State Highway 195 (PARCEL 116A).
 
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 Letter Agreement for SH 195 Easement
 
             
36. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute a First Amendment to Bill of Sale with Jimmy Zimmerhanzel for a communications service system and tower in Granger, Tx.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a First Amendment to Bill of Sale with Jimmy Zimmerhanzel for a communications service system and tower in Granger, 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:
  Zimmerhanzel Amended Bill of Sale
 
             
37. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Judith L. Davis for ROW needed on CR 170. (PARCEL 5)
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Judith L. Davis for right-of-way needed on County Road 170 (Parcel 5).
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Davis Real Estate contract for CR 170 ROW
 
             
38. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with First State Bank for ROW needed on CR 170. (PARCEL 7)
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with First State Bank for right-of-way needed on County Road 170 (Parcel 7).
 
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:
  First State Bank Real Estate Contract for CR 170 ROW
 
             
39. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute a Letter Agreement with Alice Beth Lee and Mark Edward Rogers for easements needed on SH 29 at CR 260. (PARCEL 1)
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Letter Agreement with Alice Beth Lee and Mark Edward Rogers for easements needed on State Highway 29 at County Road 260 (Parcel 1).
 
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:
  Lee and Rogers Letter Agreement for SH 29 at CR 260 Easement
 
             
40. Consider approving the use of existing salary funds to cover payment of stipends for Mobile Outreach Team members who are working extra/uncovered shifts.
 

This item was pulled from the agenda.

             
41. Discuss and consider appointing Dan Hejl to the ESD Board #3. The term expires December 31, 2012.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the appointment of Dan Hejl to the (Hutto) Emergency Services District #3 Board for a term to expire on December 31, 2012.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Dan Hejl Application for ESD 3
  Dan Hejl Letter of Consideration
 
             
42. Discuss and take appropriate action on Contract Amendment 5 to the Inter-Governmental Cooperative Reimbursement Agreement between Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and Williamson County (AKA Local Initiative Projects contract).
  Gary Boyd, Director of Environmental Programs for the Parks Department, addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve Contract Amendment #5 to the Inter-Governmental Cooperative Reimbursement Agreement between the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and Williamson County (a.k.a. Local Initiative Projects Contract).
 
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 Local Initiative Project contract Amendment 5
 
             
43. Discuss and take consider approval of Scope of Work #2345 (Warrant Data Conversion) with SunGard Public Sector Inc. as part of the Public Safety Technology Program.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve Scope of Work #2345 (Warrant Data Conversion) with SunGard Public Sector, Incorporated as part of the Public Safety Technology 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
  Attachments:
  SunGard Warrant Data Conversion Statement of Work
 
             
44. Discuss and take consider approval of Scope of Work #2346 (Mugshot Conversion) with SunGard Public Sector Inc. as part of the Public Safety Technology Program.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve Scope of Work #2346 (Mugshot Conversion) with SunGard Public Sector, Incorporated as part of the Public Safety Technology 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
  Attachments:
  SunGard Mugshot Conversion Statement of Work
 
             
45. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding employment of the law firm of CORNELL, SMITH, & MIERL, L.L.P. to represent Williamson County in relation to Cause No. 1:12-CV-190-LY; Steven Hester v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division; 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 Section 262.024(a)(4) of the Texas Local Government Code.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the employment of the law firm of CORNELL, SMITH, & MIERL, L.L.P. to represent Williamson County in relation to Cause No. 1:12-CV-190-LY; Steven Hester v. Williamson County in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division 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 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
Other: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Abstain)
  Attachments:
  Cornell Smith and Mierl Engagement Letter
 
             
46. Discuss and take appropriate action to define Sick Leave Pool Administrator as Sr. Director of Human Resources.
  First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To define the Sick Leave Pool Administrator as the Senior Director of Human Resources.
 
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
             
47. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding appointment of Sr. Director of Human Resources to the Fleet Committee to replace position currently named as the Human Resources Department Representative.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To appoint the Senior Director of Human Resources to the Fleet Committee to replace the position currently named as the Human Resources Department Representative.
 
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
             
48. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding appointment of one (1) Alternate Committee Member to represent Williamson County as a participating employer in the Central Texas Deferred Compensation Plan.
  First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To appoint Jeff Austin as an Alternate Committee Member to represent Williamson County as a participating employer in the Central Texas Deferred Compensation Plan.
 
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:
  Jeff Austin Letter
 
             
49. Discuss and consider approving the attached proposed pre-qualified list for Roofing Consultant Services in response to RFQ Number: 11WCRFQ1009.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve the proposed pre-qualified list for Roofing Consultant Services in response to RFQ Number: 11WCRFQ1009.
 
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:
  Roofing Consultants List Recommendation
  Roofing Consultants Pre-Qualified List
 
             
50. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of April 17, 2012 at 2:00pm in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for Culverts - Corrugated Metal, 12IFB00022
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set the date of April 17, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for Culverts - Corrugated Metal, 12IFB00022
 
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:
  Culverts - Corrugated Metal
 
             
51. Discuss and take appropriate action on extending bid number 11WCA042 Asphalt Mixes with Vulcan Consruction Materials for contract period April 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To extend bid number 11WCA042 (Asphalt Mixes) with Vulcan Construction Materials for a contract period from April 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Agreement to Extend Vulcan Bid for Asphalt Mixes
 
             
52. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for March 2012 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty:
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Sheriff's Office for March, 2012 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty:
  0100-0000-341220 Vol Duty Revenue, SO $12,229.64  
  0100-0000-341240 Extra Duty Revenue, SO $30,858.41    
  0100-0000-341221 Revenue, Const 1 $2,512.01    
  0100-0000-341222 Revenue, Const 2 $1,631.63    
  0100-0000-341224 Revenue, Const 4 $633.66    
  0100-0000-341226 Revenue, Juv $321.05  
 
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
             
53. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for March 2012 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty pay:
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Sheriff's Office for March, 2012 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty pay:
  0100-0551-001118 Payroll, Const 1 $2,025.00  
  0100-0551-002010 FICA, Const 1 $154.91    
  0100-0551-002020 Retirement, Const 1 $230.85    
  0100-0551-002050 Worker's Comp, Const 1 $101.25    
  0100-0552-001118 Payroll, Const 2 $1,315.30    
  0100-0552-002010 FICA, Const 2 $100.62    
  0100-0552-002020 Retirement, Const 2 $149.94    
  0100-0552-002050 Worker's Comp, Const 2 $65.77    
  0100-0554-001117 Payroll, Const 4 $562.50    
  0100-0554-002010 FICA, Const 4 $43.03    
  0100-0554-002050 Worker's Comp, Const 4 $28.13    
  0100-0560-001117 Vol Duty, SO $8,717.75    
  0100-0560-001118 Extra Duty, SO $24,875.78    
  0100-0560-002010 FICA, SO $2,569.91    
  0100-0560-002020 Retirement, SO $2,835.84    
  0100-0560-002050 Worker's Comp, SO $1,679.68    
  0100-0570-001117 Payroll, Jail $2,138.56    
  0100-0570-002010 FICA, Jail $163.60    
  0100-0570-002050 Worker's Comp, Jail $106.93    
  0100-0576-001117 Payroll, Juv $285.00    
  0100-0576-002010 FICA, Juv $21.80    
  0100-0576-002050 Worker's Comp, Juv $14.25  
 
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 11:22 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2012.
             
54. Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.0721 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)
1. Proposed or potential purchase or lease of property by the County:
a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for SH 195 0.805 South of Bell County Line to IH 35.
b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for US 183 Extension from 1,000 feet South of San Gabriel to 1,000 feet North of SH 29.
c) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for O'Connor Boulevard and 620 projects.
d) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Blvd. Phase II project from FM 3405 to Reagan Blvd.
e) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Blvd. Phase III and Phase IV.
f) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 safety project.
g) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along Chandler III.
h) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along CR 170.
i) Discuss proposed acquisition and/or sale of property for Arterial H.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
55. 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. 1:10-CV-869-LY; Heather Clark, David Claxton & David M. Compton v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Case No. A11CA403 SS; Ruben Yzquierdo v. Williamson County and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
f) Case No. A11CA 300LY; Michelle Sheffield v. John Doe I, Individually and in his Official Capacity, Williamson County and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division;
g) Civil Action No. 11-278; Will Aguilar v. Williamson County, Texas; Daniel Robertson, and Michael Baxter; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
h) Employment related matters.
i) 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.
j) 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
k) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
l) Legal matters regarding the Williamson County Justice Center Parking Garage
m ) Civil Action No. A12CV0062LY; Kevin Jones v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
n) Civil Action No. 1:12-CV-190-LY; Steven Hester v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:16 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2012.

             
56. Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
57. 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. 1:10-CV-869-LY; Heather Clark, David Claxton & David M. Compton v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Case No. A11CA403 SS; Ruben Yzquierdo v. Williamson County and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
f) Case No. A11CA 300LY; Michelle Sheffield v. John Doe I, Individually and in his Official Capacity, Williamson County and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division;
g) Civil Action No. 11-278; Will Aguilar v. Williamson County, Texas; Daniel Robertson, and Michael Baxter; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
h) Employment related matters.
i) 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.
j) 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
k) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
l) Legal matters regarding the Williamson County Justice Center Parking Garage
m ) Civil Action No. A12CV0062LY; Kevin Jones v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
n) Civil Action No. 1:12-CV-190-LY; Steven Hester v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
58. Comments from Commissioners.
  Judge Gattis noted that at 3:00 p.m. today he will conduct a hearing for a Mass Gathering Permit in the Courtroom.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT  12:18 P. M. ON TUESDAY, March 27, 2012.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 3rd day of April, 2012.


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

By: Black Wehling, Deputy

    

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