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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
APRIL 17, 2012
 

STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:33 A.M. on TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 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
Carolyn Deibler, Deputy County Clerk
             
1. Review and approval of minutes.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the minutes of the April 3, 2012 Commissioners' Court Meeting and the April 10, 2012 Commissioners' Court Budget Workshop Meeting.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent from the Dais)
  Attachments:
  04.03.2012 CC Minutes
  04.10.2012 CC SS 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.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $3,449,848.24 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 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent from the Dais)
  Attachments:
  Addendum 04-10-2012
  Funding Report 04-10-2012
  Quick Check Report 04-10-2012
  Wire Transfers 04-10-2012
  Funding Report 04-17-2012
  Quick Check Report 04-17-2012
  Wire Transfers 04-17-2012
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
  Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
             
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 5 – 21 )
             
5. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the Veterans Services Department.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Veteran Services Department:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0405-03901 Publications/Books/Periodicals $150.00
To 0100-0405-04231 Travel $150.00
From 0100-0405-04999 Miscellaneous $150.00
To 0100-0405-04231 Travel $150.00
From 0100-0405-04999 Miscellaneous $325.00
To 0100-0405-04211 Telephone $325.00
 
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:
  Line Item Trf
 
             
6. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Records Mngt - Co Wide Fund.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Records Management - County Wide Fund:
From 0390-0390-004621 Copier rental/supplies $244.00
To 0390-0390-004543 Repairs to equipment $244.00
 
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 the District Attorneys Office.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the District Attorney's Office:
From 0100-0440-005758 Law Books >$5000 $1,000.00
To 0100-0440-004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance $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
             
8. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the 368th District Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the 368th District Court:
From 0100-0438-004350 Printed Materials $400.00
To 0100-0438-004010 Visiting Judges $400.00
From 0100-0438-004999 Miscellaneous $109.05
To 0100-0438-004212 Postage $109.05
 
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
             
9. Consider approving property tax collections for the month of March 2012 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the property tax collections for the month of March 2012 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  030112-033112 GWI-RFM Graph
  030112-033112 GWI-RFM
 
             
10. Consider approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of March 2012 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of March 2012 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Court Refunds Mar 12
 
             
11. Accept and enter into the official minutes of the Williamson County Commissioners Court the 2011 County Treasurers Association of Texas Certificate of Compliance Continuing Education for Vivian L Wood, Williamson County Treasurer, CCT, CIO per Texas Local Government Code 83.003 and Certified Investment Officer Continuing Education required by the Texas Association of Counties.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To accept the 2011 County Treasurers Association of Texas Certificate of Compliance Continuing Education for Vivian L. Wood, Williamson County Treasurer, CCT, CIO per Texas Local Government Code 83.003 and Certified Investment Officer Continuing Education required by the Texas Association of Counties.
 
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:
  2011 Continuing Ed Compliance Certificate Vivian L Wood CCT CIO
 
             
12. Accept and enter into the official minutes of the Williamson County Commissioners Court the 2011 County Treasurers Association of Texas Certificate of Compliance Continuing Education required hours by the County Treasurer and Certified Investment Officer Continuing Education required hours by the Texas Association of Counties for Kathy Kohutek, Deputy County Treasurer, CIO.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To accept the 2011 County Treasurers Association of Texas Certificate of Compliance Continuing Education required hours by the County Treasurer and Certified Investment Officer Continuing Education required hours by the Texas Association of Counties for Kathy Kohutek, Deputy County Treasurer, CIO.
 
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:
  Kathy Kohutek 2011 Continuing Ed Certificate
 
             
13. Consider accepting and noting in the minutes that Commissioner Lisa Birkman has successfully completed 16 hours of mandatory Continuing Education required as codified in Section 81.0025, Local Government Code for the calendar year of 2011 from the County Judge & Commissioners Association of Texas.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To accept that Commissioner Lisa Birkman has successfully completed 16 hours of mandatory Continuing Education required as codified in Section 81.0025, Local Government Code for the calendar year of 2011 from the County Judge & Commissioners Association of 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:
  LisaBirkmanContinuingEd
 
             
14. Consider approving Justice of the Peace 4, March 2012 monthly report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005(b).
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the Justice of the Peace Precinct #4 March 2012 monthly report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005(b).
 
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:
  MARCH 2012 EOM
 
             
15. Discuss and take action on the appointment of William (Bill) Kelberlau to the ESD 8 (Georgetown) Board.  Mr. Kelberlau will be replacing Jim Briggs and his term will be January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2013.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the appointment of William (Bill) Kelberlau to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #8 (Georgetown) Board, replacing Jim Briggs, for a two-year term from January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2013.
 
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:
  ESD 8 William Kelberlau
 
             
16. Discuss and take action on the appointment of Victor Thomas to the ESD 6 (Weir) Board.  Mr. Thomas will be replacing Stacy Schweitzer whose current term is January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2012.  Mr. Thomas will be serving out the remainder of Stacy's term therefore Mr. Thomas's term will end December 31, 2012.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the appointment of Victor Thomas to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #6 (Weir) Board, replacing and serving out the remainder of Stacy Schweitzer's current term of January 1, 2011 to 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:
  ESD 6 Victor Thomas attachment
 
             
17. Discuss and take action on the appointment of Steve Jacobs for the ESD 8 (Georgetown) Board.  Mr. Jacobs replaces Wiggie Shell and his term is January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2013.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the appointment of Steve Jacobs for the Emergency Services District (ESD) #8 (Georgetown) Board, replacing and serving out the remainder of Wiggie Shell's term from January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2013.
 
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:
  ESD8 Steve Jacobs attachment
 
             
18. 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 2 Cynthia Long 
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
 
             
19. Consider road closure for Chestnut Meadows Bend Block Party on April 21, 2012.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve closing Chestnut Meadows Bend after intersection with Colony Glen Lane in Teravista from 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 21, 2012, for Chestnut Meadows Bend Block Party.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
20. Consider closing Dark Cove at Great Oaks Drive from 9:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Sat., April 28th, 2012 for the 5th Annual Brushy Creek BBQ Cook-Off & Family Festival, and consider loaning 4 barricades.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve closing Dark Cove at Great Oaks Drive from 9:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 28, 2012, for the 5th Annual Brushy Creek BBQ Cook-Off & Family Festival and loan four (4) barricades.
 
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:
  Dark Cove
 
             
21. Discuss and consider approval of final plat for the Thibodeaux Acres subdivision - Pct 4.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the final plat for the Thibodeaux Acres subdivision - Precinct #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:
  Final Plat - Thibodeaux Acres
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
22. Recognition of Emergency Communications employees for various awards and events.
  Interim Director of Emergency Communications Scott Parker addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
23. Recognize members of the Public Safety Technology Program Team for their contributions to the project successes.
  Emergency Operations Director John Sneed addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
24. Discuss and take appropriate action on Proclamation declaring April 22-28, 2012 as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.
 

The following persons addressed the Court:
Carter Snelson, Victim/Witness Coordinator, District Attorney's Office
Shelly James, Director of Victim Services, Williamson County Sheriff's Office
Julie Hobbs, Volunteer Coordinator, Williamson County Sheriff's Office
Dean Higginbotham, Victim Assistance Caseworker, Williamson County Sheriff's Office
Wanda Ivicic, Victim Assistance Coordinator, District Attorney's Office
Christi Traver, Victim Services, Department of Public Safety

  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the Proclamation declaring April 22-28, 2012, 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:
  National Crime Victims Rights Week Proclamation
 
             
25. Extension Program Update by Donald Kelm, District Extension Administrator, Texas AgriLife Extension Service.
  District Extension Administrator Donald Kelm of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
26. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of May 16, 2012 at 2:00 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive proposals for Financial Consultant for Deferred Compensation 457(b) Plan, proposal #12RFP00009.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set the date of May 16, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. in the Purchasing Department to receive proposals for Financial Consultant for Deferred Compensation 457(b) Plan, proposal #12RFP00009.
 
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:
  Deferred Comp RFP
 
             
27. Hear update from the Central Texas Deferred Compensation Plan Oversight Committee and discuss.
  Chairman Rick White of the Central Texas Deferred Compensation Plan Oversight Committee addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
28. Consider approving the use of existing salary funds to cover the payment of stipends for Mobile Outreach Team members who are working extra/uncovered shifts.
  Director of Mobile Outreach Team Annie Burwell, First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley, and Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the use of existing salary funds to cover the payment of stipends, not to exceed $1,900.00 for a six (6) week period, for Mobile Outreach Team members who are working extra/uncovered shifts.
 
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
             
29. Discuss and take appropriate action concerning request for reorganization within the Elections Department.
  Elections Administrator Rick Barron and Senior Director of Human Resources Lisa Zirkle addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To table for 45 days or the end of May, when Lisa Zirkle will come back with more information.
 
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
             
30. Discuss, consider, approve, and take action on the reorganization of the Tax Assessor Collectors office.
 

Tax Assessor/Collector Deborah Hunt and Senior Director of Human Resources Lisa Zirkle addressed the Court.

  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To table for 45 days or the end of May, when Lisa Zirkle will come back with more information.
 
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:
  court reorg expense
  org chart - current
  org chart - proposed
  Reorg checklist approved
 
             
31. Discuss and take appropriate action concerning request for reorganization of a section within the District Attorney's office.
  District Attorney John Bradley and Senior Director of Human Resources Lisa Zirkle addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To table for 45 days or the end of May, when Lisa Zirkle will come back with more information.
 
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
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO A BREAK AT 11:18 A.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2012.
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED FROM THE BREAK AT 11:31 A.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2012.
             
32. Hear the April 2012 Monthly Construction Summary Report.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
  Attachments:
  April 2012 CSR
 
             
33. To discuss and take appropriate action on the department of Infrastucture's projects and issues update.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
34. Consider authorizing 2006 Park Bond transfer request as recommended by Randy Bell, Parks Director for the following: move $215,000.00 from Brushy Creek Trail Ph III  (P130) to Brushy Creek Pedestrian Bridge (P257) $65,000.00 and Brushy Creek Trail Ph IV (P257) $150,000.00.
  Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize 2006 Park Bond transfer request as recommended by Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell for the following: move $215,000.00 from Brushy Creek Trail Phase III (P130) to Brushy Creek Pedestrian Bridge (P257) $65,000.00 and Brushy Creek Trail Phase IV (P257) $150,000.00.
 
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 and consider approving the updated Williamson County Road Bond Program Pre-Qualified Engineer List (RFQ Number: 10WCRFQ1011).
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the updated Williamson County Road Bond Program Pre-Qualified Engineer List (RFQ Number: 10WCRFQ1011).
 
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:
  Updated_WilCoRBPre-QualList_04122012
 
             
36. Discuss and take appropriate action on closing and detouring traffic on CR 320 for the rehabilitation of the road.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.  This item was pulled from the Agenda.
  Attachments:
  CR 320 Detour
 
             
37. Discuss and consider approving a variance request to Section 7.1 of the WCSD for the Enclave at Highland Horizons subdivision - Pct 1.
  County Engineer Joe England and Developer David Bodenman of Highland Resources, Inc. addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a variance request to Section 7.1 of the Williamson County Subdivision Regulations (WCSR) for the Enclave at Highland Horizons subdivision - 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:
  Mark Selby
  Preliminary Plat - Enclave at Highland Horizons
 
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED TO A LUNCH BREAK AT 12:20 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2012.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM THE LUNCH BREAK AT 12:59 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2012.
             
38. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with GLADYS PRIEM A/K/A GLADYS PRIEM HILL, HELEN PRIEM LOW, MARIE PRIEM A/K/A MARIE PRIEM SMITH, PATRICIA M. PRIEM, DOROTHY WARREN, DAVID WAYNE PRIEM, JERRY DALE PRIEM, KAREN WARREN RAY, and KENNETH DOYLE WARREN,  for ROW needed on CR 170. (PARCEL 17)
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with Gladys Priem a/k/a Gladys Priem Hill, Helen Priem Low, Marie Priem a/k/a Marie Priem Smith, Patricia M. Priem, Dorothy Warren, David Wayne Priem, Jerry Dale Priem, Karen Warren Ray, and Kenneth Doyle Warren, for right-of-way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 170 (Parcel 17).
 
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:
  Priem Real Estate Contract for CR ROW
 
             
39. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with First Texas Bank for ROW needed on US 183 Extension. (PARCEL 9)
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Real Estate Contract with First Texas Bank for right-of-way (ROW) needed on U.S. Highway 183 Extension (Parcel 9).
 
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 Texas Bank Real Estate Contract for US 183 ROW
 
             
40. Consider authorizing the County Judge to execute a Letter Agreement with David Coyle and Dana Kay Reno regarding the payment for fencing relocation on SH 29. (Reno Acres Tract)
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Letter Agreement with David Coyle and Dana Kay Reno regarding the payment for fencing relocation on State Highway 29 (Reno Acres Tract).
 
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:
  Coyle and Reno Letter Agreement for Fencing Relocation on SH 29
 
             
41. Consider authorizing the County Judge to execute a Letter Agreement with Land Unlimited, Inc regarding a CTSUD waterline easement needed on SH 29 and CR 260. (Parcel 2)
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Letter Agreement with Land Unlimited, Inc. regarding a Chisholm Trail Special Utility District (CTSUD) waterline easement needed on State Highway 29 and County Road 260 (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:
  Land Unlimited Letter Agreement for Waterline Easement
 
             
42. Consider Authorizing the County Judge to execute a Letter Agreement with Amin Berenji regarding a waterline easement needed on SH 29 at CR 260/CR 266. (Texas Margarita Tract)
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Letter Agreement with Amin Berenji regarding a waterline easement needed on State Highway 29 at County Road 260/County Road 266 (Texas Margarita Tract).
 
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:
  Berenji Letter Agreement for Waterline Easement on SH 29
 
             
43. Consider authorizing the County Judge to execute an Order Approving the Modification to Shell Rd-Development Agreement.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute an Order Approving the Modification to Shell Road-Development 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:
  Fourth Amendment to Shell Road Development Agreement
  Order Approving Modification os Shell Road Development Agreement
 
             
44. Discuss and take appropriate action on operations, maintenance, and restoration of the 18-hole Disc Golf Course at Southwest Williamson County Regional Park.
  Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize closure for six months of the operations of the 18-hole Disc Golf Course at Southwest Williamson County Regional Park and to meet with Commissioners Covey and Long on proposals from arborist regarding dead tree removal.
 
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:
  Barlett Tree Experts Letter
  Disc Golf Course Tree Evaluation and Recommendations
 
             
45. Consider and take appropriate action to appoint Patty Eason and Rob Rothenberg to the Williamson County Conservation Foundation Board of Directors for new terms ending April 2014.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To appoint Patty Eason and Rob Rothenberg to the Williamson County Conservation Foundation Board of Directors for new terms ending April 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
             
46. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding appointing a designee to report to the County Judge regarding Mass Gathering(s) in accordance with Health and Safety Code Chapter 751.005 (c).
  Legal Advisor to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To appoint Marty Herrin, for a period of six months, as the designee to report to the County Judge regarding Mass Gathering(s) in accordance with Health and Safety Code Chapter 751.005 (c).
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
47. To discuss and consider approving the County Judge to sign an Interlocal Agreement For The Placement, Operation and Maintenance of the Williamson County Radio Communications System Tower Site No. 6 - "High Country" with the City of Round Rock.
  Wireless Communications Manager Catherine Roberts addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the County Judge to sign an Interlocal Agreement For The Placement, Operation and Maintenance of the Williamson County Radio Communications System Tower Site No. 6 - "High Country" with the City of Round Rock.
 
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:
  Interlocal Agreement for Radio Communication System Tower 6
 
             
48. Discuss and take appropriate action on Interlocal Agreement with the City of Leander for the construction, operation, and maintenance of the extension of Lakeline Boulevard from Crystal Falls Parkway to FM 2243.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve the Interlocal Agreement with the City of Leander for the construction, operation, and maintenance of the extension of Lakeline Boulevard from Crystal Falls Parkway to Farm to Market 2243.
 
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:
  Leander ILA for Lakeline Blvd Extension
 
             
49. Discuss and take appropriate action on resolution in support of Texas Indigent Defense Commission grant application and naming of grant officials designated by the Commissioners Court.
  Commissioner of Precinct #2 Executive Assistant Kathy Pierce addressed the Court.
  Motion by County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a resolution in support of Texas Indigent Defense Commission grant application and naming Commissioner Long as the Court's 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
  Attachments:
  Indigent Defense Grant Resolution
 
             
50. Discuss and take appropriate action on approving a modification to the Intergovernmental Services Agreement between Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Williamson County regarding an increase in wage rates paid by ICE for services at the T. Don Hutto Facility.
  Legal Advisor to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a modification to the Intergovernmental Services Agreement between Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Williamson County regarding an increase in wage rates paid by ICE for services at the T. Don Hutto Facility.
 
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:
  ICE Agreement Modification
 
             
51. Consider awarding bid received for 12IFB00014 Back Up Generator Maintenance for Williamson County to BCI Service Group for the contract award period beginning on date of award and continue for twelve (12) months thereafter.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To award bid received for 12IFB00014 Back Up Generator Maintenance for Williamson County to BCI Service Group for the contract award period beginning on date of award and continuing for twelve (12) months thereafter.
 
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 submittal
  Bid Tab Back Up Generator Maintenance
 
             
52. Consider awarding best proposal received for Belford Square Property at 308 W. 7th, Suite 102, Georgetown, Texas to Heritage Personnel, LLC.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To award the best proposal received for Belford Square Property at 308 West 7th, Suite 102, Georgetown, Texas to Heritage Personnel, LLC.
 
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:
  Belford Square Proposal Sumittals
  Heritage Personnel Lease Agreement
 
             
53. Consider authorizing the renewal of contract, 11WC912 HD-5 Propane Fuel, providing HD-5 propane motor fuel for Williamson County Fleet Services with Centex Propane through April 30, 2013 with no changes to the terms or conditions of the current contract.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the renewal of contract, 11WC912 HD-5 Propane Fuel, providing HD-5 propane motor fuel for Williamson County Fleet Services with Centex Propane through April 30, 2013, with no changes to the terms or conditions of the current 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:
  Affidavit
  Centex Bid Tab
  Centex Propane Agreement Extension
 
             
54. Consider awarding bids received for Brushy Creek Trail Improvements Bid #12IFB00009, to the overall best bid meeting specifications to Myers Concrete Construction, LP.
  Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To award bids received for Brushy Creek Trail Improvements Bid #12IFB00009, to the overall best bid meeting specifications to Myers Concrete Construction, LP.
 
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:
  Myers Concrete Contract
  Brushy Creek Trail Recommendation Letter
 
             
55. Consider authorizing renewal of Belford Square Lease 308 West 7th, Suite 101 Georgetown Texas with Bobby R. Davis through April 1, 2013.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize renewal of Belford Square Lease: 308 West 7th, Suite 101, Georgetown, Texas with Bobby R. Davis through April 1, 2013.
 
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 Lease Extension for Belford Square
 
             
56. Consider authorizing renewal of Belford Square Lease: 306 West 7th, Suite 102 Georgetown Texas with Cynthia Borgfeld Smith through April 1, 2013.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the renewal of Belford Square Lease: 306 West 7th, Suite 102, Georgetown, Texas with Cynthia Borgfeld Smith through April 1, 2013.
 
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:
  Renewal Belford Square Cynthia Smith
 
             
57. Consider approving an Professional Engineering Agreement with HCE (Hendrix Consulting Engineers) to provide professional engineering services for the HVAC Upgrades Projects at the Williamson County Jail Booking Room.
  Facilities Director Gary Wilson addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a Professional Engineering Agreement with HCE (Hendrix Consulting Engineers) to provide professional engineering services for the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Upgrades Projects at the Williamson County Jail Booking Room.
 
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:
  HCE Proposal for HVAC Services for the Jail
 
             
58. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for Park Donations:
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for Park Donations:
0100-0000-367403 Park Donations $897.00

 
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
             
59. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge use of Park Donations:
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge use of Park Donations:
0100-0510-003670 Use of Donations $897.00
 
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
             
60. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to the Sheriff's Office Donations:
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for the Sheriff's Office Donations:
0100-0000-367400 Donations $52.25

 
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
             
61. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for the Use of Victim's Assistance Donations:
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for the Use of Victim's Assistance Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0560-003671 V. A. Donations $52.25
 
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
             
62. Hear update, discuss and take appropriate action on Medicaid 1115 Waiver.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 1:16 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2012.
             
63. Discuss and deliberate economic development matters pursuant to Section 551.087, Texas Government Code (Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Negotiations), including the following:           
a) “Project Apollo"
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
64. 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 project.
g) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along Lakeline extension.
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.
             
65. 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.
             
66. Deliberate the employment, evaluation and/or duties of the Williamson County Human Resources Director, Lisa Zirkle (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.074 – Personnel Matters).
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 2:46 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2012.
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO A ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 2:46 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2012.
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 2:48 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2012.
             
67. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding economic development matters.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
68. Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
69. 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.
             
70. Comments from Commissioners.
 

There were no comments.

COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 2:48 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2012.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 24th day of April 2012.


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy


    

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