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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
MARCH 31, 2015



STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:35 A.M. on TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 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 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the Minutes of the March 24, 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:
  03.24.2015 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.

Commissioner Birkman abstained in regards to payment of an invoice for San Gabriel Parkway (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached). 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,094,298.46 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:
  03.31.20115 Funding Report
  03.31.2015 Addendum
  03.31.2015 Electronic Payments
  03.31.2015 Quick Check Report
  03.31.2015 Wire Transfers
  Conflict of Interest Affidavit - Birkman
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
  County Auditor David Flores 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 – 15 )
             
5. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Road and Bridge.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a line transfer for Road and Bridge:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-00777 Transfer to Capital Projects $6,000.00
To 0200-0210-04543 Repairs to Equipment $6,000.00

 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
6. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace, Precinct #4.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Justice of the Peace Precinct #4:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0454-004190 JP#4/Autopsies $11,000.00
To 0100-0454-004192 JP#4/Autopsy Transport $11,000.00
 
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. Consider approving a line item transfer for Mobile Outreach Team.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Mobile Outreach Team:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0583-003005 Office Furniture < $5,000 $1,200.00
From 0100-0583-004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance $1,100.00
From 0100-0540-005700 Vehicles > $5,000 $3,100.00
From 0100-0540-004209 Cell Phone/Pager $1,100.00
From 0100-0341-004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance $2,500.00
To 0100-0341-001110 Overtime $9,000.00
 
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
             
8. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Constable Precinct #4.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Constable Precinct #4:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0554-004541 Const #4/Vehicle Repairs $1,000.00
To 0100-0554-004415 Const #4/Vehicle Deductible $1,000.00
 
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. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving a cash drawer in the amount of $100.00 for the collection of Discovery fees in the County Attorney's Office.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a cash drawer in the amount of $100.00 for the collection of Discovery fees in the County Attorney's Office.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
10. To discuss and consider confirming the appointment of Cristobal M. Gutierrez as Deputy Constable Precinct #1.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To confirm the appointment of Cristobal M. Gutierrez as Deputy Constable Precinct #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:
  Deputy Info
 
             
11. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (2) laptops and (1) computer (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code § 263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (2) laptops and (1) computer (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:
  auction
 
             
12. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-office transfer, including (1) bulletin board pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code § 263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through inter-office transfer, including (1) bulletin board 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
 
             
13. Consider accepting a $1,000 donation to Mobile Outreach Team to be used for the purchase of uniform items.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To accept a $1,000.00 donation to the Mobile Outreach Team to be used for the purchase of uniform items.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
14. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of final plat for the Cherio Acres Subdivision - Pct 2.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve final plat for the Cherio Acres Subdivision - Precinct #2.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Final Plat - Cherio Acres
 
             
15. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of final plat for the Twin Creek Farms Phase 2 Section 2 Subdivision - Pct 3.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve final 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:
  Final Plat - Twin Creek Farms Ph 2 Sec 2
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
16. Hear presentation from Mike Heiligenstein, Executive Director of the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority, who will present the Mobility Authority annual report and receive any questions and comments from the Williamson County Commissioners Court.
  This item was pulled from the Agenda.
             
17. Discuss,consider and take appropriate action on approving the proclamation for Williamson County Child Fatality Review Team and Williamson County EMS proclaiming April 1, 2015 as the the beginning of April Pools Day in Williamson County.
  Director of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Kenny Schnell and Williamson County Justice of the Peace Precinct #4 Court Clerks Kim Reid and Jessica Schmidt on behalf of the Williamson County Child Fatality Review Board addressed the Court.
  Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the Proclamation for Williamson County Child Fatality Review Team and Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) proclaiming April 1, 2015 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
  TXDPA Safety Checklist
 
             
18. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh invited everyone to the Ground Breaking Ceremony for County Road 245 on Thursday, April 2, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. on Andice Road across from Gabriel Woods Drive. No action was taken on this item.
             
19. Consider approving Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $31,478.82 for RM 620 Safety Improvements, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 1.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $31,478.82 for Ranch-to-Market (RM) 620 Safety Improvements, a Road Bond Project in Precinct #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:
  Change Order 4 for MR 620 Safety Improvements
 
             
20. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Professional Services Agreement for the CR 101 (US 79 to FM 1660) Project between Williamson County and Brown & Gay Engineers, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond program. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Professional Services Agreement for the County Road (CR) 101 (U.S. Highway 79 to Farm-to-Market 1660) Project between Williamson County and Brown & Gay Engineers, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond 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:
  Brown and Gay Engineers PSA for CR 101
 
             
21. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Supplemental Agreement for the Historic Courthouse Repoint Project.
  First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley and Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a Supplemental Agreement with Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. to provide additional professional engineering services related to necessary repairs of the Williamson County Courthouse's portico balcony slabs.
 
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:
  WJE Supplemental Agreement to Historic Courthouse Repoint PSA
  Balc. Repair PROP
 
             
22. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the transfer of 2006 Road Bond funds per recommendations of Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager in the amount of $1,000,000.00 from Lakeline Blvd. extension (P170) to US183/FM1869 (P250).
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To  authorize transfer of 2006 Road Bond funds per recommendations of Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver in the amount of $1,000,000.00 from Lakeline Boulevard extension (P170) to U.S. Highway 183/Farm-to-Market 1869 (P250).
 
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:
  03-16-15 Memo RB Adjust
 
             
23. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the transfer of 2006 Road Bond funds per recommendation of Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager in the amount of $700,000.00 from SH195 ROW (P149) to SH 29 ROW (P171).  Also, $200,000.00 from 2006 Road Bond Unallocated funds (P156) to RM 620 Phase 1 (P167).
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize transfer of 2006 Road Bond funds per recommendations of Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver in the amount of $700,000.00 from State Highway (SH) 195 Right-of-Way (ROW) (P149) to SH 29 ROW (P171) and $200,000.00 from 2006 Road Bond Unallocated funds (P156) to Ranch-to-Market (RM) 620 Phase 1 (P167).
 
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:
  03-24-15 Memo RB Adjust
 
             
24. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Linda and Curtis Wahrmund, James Wesley Anderson and Jo Blaine Anderson for ROW needed on CR 119. (PARCEL 4)
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Linda and Curtis Wahrmund, James Wesley Anderson and Jo Blaine Anderson for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 119. (PARCEL 4)
 
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:
  Wahrmund Anderson Real Estate Contract for CR 119 ROW
 
             
25. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Williamson Brown Holdings, LP for ROW needed on CR 119. (PARCEL 11)
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Williamson Brown Holdings, LP for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 119. (PARCEL 11)
 
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 Brown Holdings Real Estate Contract for CR 119 ROW
 
             
26. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Linda Kay and Curtis Wahrmund for ROW needed on CR 119. (PARCEL 2)
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Linda Kay and Curtis Wahrmund for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 119. (PARCEL 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:
  Wahrmund Anderson Real Estate Contract for CR 119 ROW Parcel 2
 
             
27. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Kimberly Gail Dugger for ROW needed on CR 119. (PARCEL 3)
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Kimberly Gail Dugger for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 119. (PARCEL 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:
  Dugger Real Estate Contract for CR 119 ROW Parcel 3
 
             
28. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with John Starr Niendorff, Frank Starr Niendorff and Mary Jane Starr Niendorff Heinze for ROW needed on SH 29.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with John Starr Niendorff, Frank Starr Niendorff and Mary Jane Starr Niendorff Heinze for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on State Highway (SH) 29.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Niendorff Real Estate Contract for SH 29 ROW
 
             
29. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the Resolution to Approve the TxDOT Agreement to Contribute ROW Funds for a bridge on SH 95 at Willis Creek.  
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Resolution to approve the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Agreement to Contribute Right-of-Way (ROW) Funds for a bridge on State Highway (SH) 95 at Willis 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 Resolution for SH 95 at Willis Creek
 
             
30. Discuss and take appropriate action on a TXDOT Agreement to Contribute ROW Funds for a bridge on SH 95 at Willis Creek.  
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) Agreement to Contribute Right-of-Way (ROW) Funds (Fixed Price) for a bridge on State Highway (SH) 95 at Willis 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 Agreement for ROW Funds for SH 95 Willis Creek Bridge
 
             
31. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on future use, expansion and lease offerings relating to Williamson County's property located 909 South Austin Avenue, Georgetown, Texas. 
  General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes and Purchasing Agent Max Bricka addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
32. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an updated memorandum of understanding between Williamson County EMS and Sam Bass Fire Department.
  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 authorize the County Judge to execute an Agreement between Williamson County and the Sam Bass Fire Department for establishing housing of County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) ambulance and personnel.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Sam Bass Fire Department Agreement
 
             
33. Discuss and consider approving the attached Budget Policy.
  Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the procedural revisions to the Williamson County Budget Policy as noted in the revised draft attached to this Item #33.
 
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:
  Budget Policy
 
             
34. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for the Lease of Commercial Property at 1401 Hwy 183, Leander, Texas 78641, RFP#15RFP122.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for the Lease of Commercial Property at 1401 Highway 183, Leander, Texas 78641, Request for Proposal (RFP) #15RFP122.
 
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:
  Lease
 
             
35. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the renewal of Flexible Base, Bid #14IFB00231 for same pricing, terms and conditions as existing contract for the term of May 13, 2015 through May 12, 2016 with Superior Crushed Stone and Industrial Asphalt and Aggregates.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the renewal of Flexible Base, Bid #14IFB00231 for same pricing, terms, and conditions as existing contract for a one-year term beginning May 13, 2015 and ending May 12, 2016 with Superior Crushed Stone and Industrial Asphalt and Aggregates.
 
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:
  Industrial Asphalt and Aggregates Flexbile Base Bid Extension
  Superior Crushed Stone Flexible Base Bid Extension
 
             
36. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding proposals received for Belford Square, 308 W 7th St., Ste. 102, Georgetown, TX 78626, proposal # 15RFP111 to the best proposal meeting specifications – Heritage Personnel, LLC and authorize the County Judge to execute the Lease Agreement.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To award proposals received for Belford Square, 308 West 7th Street, Suite 102, Georgetown, Texas 78626, Proposal #15RFP111 to the best proposal meeting specifications – Heritage Personnel, LLC and authorize the County Judge to execute the Lease Agreement.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Heritage Personnel LLC Lease Renewal
  Recommendation
 
             
37. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for IFB#15IFB113 Medical Supplies for Williamson County EMS.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) #15IFB113 Medical Supplies for Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS).
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  bid package
 
             
38. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing extension of Belford Square Lease, 310 W. 7th Street, Suite 101, Georgetown to March 31, 2016 with R. Scott Burn, Reliable Bail Bond.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute an extension of the Belford Square Lease at 310 West 7th Street, Suite 101, Georgetown, Texas for a one-year term beginning April 1, 2015 and ending March 31, 2016 with R. Scott Burn, Reliable Bail Bond.
 
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:
  R Scott Burn Reliable Bail Bond Lease Renewal
 
             
39. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for RFP #15RFP120, Bank Depository Services and/or Bank Sub-Depository Services for Williamson County.
  County Treasurer Jerri Jones addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for Request for Proposal (RFP) #15RFP120, Bank Depository Services and/or Bank Sub-Depository Services for 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:
  Proposal package
 
             
40. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding bids received for General Cast in Place, Bid #15IFB106 to the lowest and best bidder- RHB Construction, Inc.
  This item was pulled from the Agenda.
  Attachments:
  Recommendation
  Bid Tab
 
             
41. 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 the revenues for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the revenues for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-370500 Miscellaneous Revenue $1,966.00
 
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
             
42. 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 the expenditures for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge the expenditures for the NACo Prescription Discount Card Program:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0630-004921 Co Wide RX Disc Card Program $1,966.00
 
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
             
43. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-367403 Park Donations $791.00
 
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
             
44. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0510-003670 Use of Donations $791.00
 
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
             
45. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Veteran Services Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare  an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Veteran Services Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-367400 Donations $777.65
 
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
             
46. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Veteran Services Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Veteran Services Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0405-003670 Use of Donations $777.65
 
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 10:11 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 2015.
             
47. 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.
             
48. 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.
o) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Southwest Seward Junction Loop
p) Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests on CR 240.
q) Discuss the TXDOT Agreement to Contribute Funds for a bridge on SH 95 at Willis Creek.

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.
             
49. 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) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al., In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
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.
             
50. 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 11:31 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 2015.
             
51. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding economic development matters.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
52. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding real estate.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
53. 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) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al., In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
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.
             
54. 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.
             
55. Comments from Commissioners.
 

Commissioner Birkman wished her Dad a happy 84th birthday.

COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:32 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 2015.
 
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 7th day of April 2015.


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy


    

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