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Review and approval of minutes. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Motion: To approve the Minutes of the April 22, 2014 meeting.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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04.22.2014 CC Minutes
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Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division. |
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No action was taken on this item. |
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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. |
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First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $4,658,218.56 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.
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Aye:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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04.29.2014 Funding Report
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04.29.2014 Quick Check Report
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04.29.2014 Wire Transfers
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Citizen comments. |
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David Oberg of Round Rock, Shelby K. Little of Georgetown representing the Sons of Confederate Veterans (Dixie Camp #502), and Rick Lutowski of Austin addressed the Court. |
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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 – 14 ) |
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Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Ag Extension Office.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Ag Extension Office:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for County Jail.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Jail:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for County Sheriff.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Sheriff:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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To discuss and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Road and Bridge.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Road and Bridge:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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To discuss and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Road and Bridge.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Road and Bridge:
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Aye:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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To discuss and consider confirming the appointment of Michelle Walter as a Deputy Constable for Pct 1.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To confirm the appointment of Michelle Walter as a Deputy Constable for Precinct #1.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Deputy Confirmation
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Consider authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in (complete list attached).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To authorize the transfer of various county assets through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in (complete list attached).
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Asset Change Forms
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Discuss and consider approving waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To waive penalty and interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Waiver of P & I April 2014
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Discuss and consider approving a variance request to Section B3-3-1 of the 2000 WCSD for the Rancho Santa Fe subdivision - Pct 2.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To approve a variance request to Section B3-3-1 of the 2000 Williamson County Subdivision Regulations (WCSR) for the Rancho Santa Fe subdivision - Precinct #2.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Variance Request - Rancho Santa Fe Sec 1
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Discuss and consider granting a variance to the 25-foot building setback line according to the 2000 Williamson County Subdivision Regulations, Section 8, Building Setbacks, for Parkside at Mayfield Ranch, Section 4A, Block S, Lot 7.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To grant a variance to the 25-foot building setback line according to the 2000 Williamson County Subdivision Regulations, Section 8, Building Setbacks, for Parkside at Mayfield Ranch, Section 4A, Block S, Lot 7.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Survey - 207 Westfield
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Sight Distance Sketch - 207 Westfield
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| REGULAR AGENDA |
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Discuss and take appropriate action on distribution of funds for the Hutto Education Foundation.
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Superintendent of Hutto Independent School District Dr. Douglas Killian and President of the Hutto Education Foundation Scott Ellsworth addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To approve the distribution of funds for the Hutto Education Foundation.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Amended Wilco and HEF Solid Waste Fee Funding Policy
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Hutto ISD
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March 2014 Statement of Activities
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Discuss and take appropriate action regarding employee recognition for Williamson County Emergency Communications.
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Director of Emergency Communications Scott Parker and Dispatcher Phil Fouquette addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item. |
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To discuss and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
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Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item. |
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Discuss and take appropriate action on a Deed Without Warranty with the City of Leander regarding the transfer of right-of-way on CR 179.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To approve a Deed Without Warranty with the City of Leander regarding the transfer of right-of-way on County Road 179.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Leander CR 179 Transfer Deed
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Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Williamson County Facilities Director, Gary Wilson, to execute all closing documents and instruments necessary to convey the county’s property located at 1500 CR 258, Liberty Hill, Texas to Christie Chapman for $100,000 pursuant to the Real Estate Sales Contract that was previously approved by the Williamson County Commissioners Court at its Regular Session on Tuesday, April 15, 2014.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Motion: To authorize Facilities Director Gary Wilson to execute all closing documents and instruments necessary to convey the County’s property located at 1500 County Road 258, Liberty Hill, Texas to Christie Chapman for $100,000.00 pursuant to the Real Estate Sales Contract approved by Commissioners' Court on Tuesday, April 15, 2014.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Discuss, consider, and take any necessary related action for approval of First Amended Master Contract with Texas Bells and Whistles for Miniature Train and related operations at Southwest Williamson County Regional Park.
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Director of Parks and Recreation Randy Bell and Owner of Texas Bells and Whistles Ken Knowles addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the First Amended Master Contract with Texas Bells and Whistles for Miniature Train and related operations at Southwest Williamson County Regional Park.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Texas Bells and Whistles Amended Contract
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2014 Proposal
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Discuss and consider approving Capital Area Trauma Regional Advisory Council (CATRAC) 2014 Injury Prevention Project participation by Williamson County EMS.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Motion: To approve Capital Area Trauma Regional Advisory Council (CATRAC) 2014 Injury Prevention Project participation by Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS).
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Discuss and considering approving Capital Area Trauma Regional Advisory Council (CATRAC) 2014 Injury Prevention Project Grant participation by Williamson County EMS for Fall Prevention.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Motion: To approve Capital Area Trauma Regional Advisory Council (CATRAC) 2014 Injury Prevention Project Grant participation by Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for Fall Prevention.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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This action is to confirm the appointment of Patty Eason, Maria Acosta and Brent A. Baker to the Williamson County Conservation Foundation (WCCF) Board for terms ending effective as of the Foundation's April 2016 annual meeting and to accept the resignation effective 12:00 noon, April 23, 2014 of Rob Rothenburg. This action is based on recommendation from the WCCF board at its April 23, 2014 annual meeting.
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Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Motion: To confirm the appointment of Patty Eason, Maria Acosta, and Brent A. Baker to the Williamson County Conservation Foundation (WCCF) Board for a two-year term beginning April 2014 and ending April 2016; and accept the resignation of Rob Rothenburg effective at noon on April 23, 2014.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Discuss and take appropriate action on a budget outline for the funds associated with the TXDOT Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Project.
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Director of Geographic Information System (GIS)/Addressing Richard Semple addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To approve a budget outline for the funds associated with the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Project.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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TXDOT Budget Outline
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Discuss and take appropriate action on an update on the TXDOT ITS Project currently underway with Williamson County, City of Georgetown, City of Round Rock, and TXDOT.
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Director of Geographic Information System (GIS)/Addressing Richard Semple addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item. |
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Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Non Departmental.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey |
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Second by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Non Departmental:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Discuss and consider approving contract between Fatpot Technologies, LLC and Williamson County for the CADfusion project as per HGAC contract #EC07-11.
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Director of Geographic Information System (GIS)/Addressing Richard Semple addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Software License Agreement and a Statement of Work between Fatpot Technologies, LLC and Williamson County for the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD)fusion project as per Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) contract #EC07-11.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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FatPot SLA and SOW - Signed
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Discuss and take appropriate action on exempting purchase for the Justice of the Peace Precinct #4 Security System upgrade from Commercial Security Integration, in the amount of $29,085.00, from the competitive bidding or proposal requirements established by Section 262.02(a) (2) of the Texas Local Government Code, as an item necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the residents of the County.
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Court Administrator Jessica Schmidt for Justice of the Peace Precinct #4 Judy Hobbs and Purchasing Director Bob Space addressed the Court.
This item was moved to Executive Session where no action was taken. After reconvening from Executive Session no action was taken on this item. |
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Attachments: |
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Commercial Security Integration quote
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justification email from JP4
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Discuss and consider approving construction services agreement between Adam Heath Construction and Williamson County for the remodeling of office areas located in the Williamson County District Attorney's Office in the amount of $31,000.00.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute an Agreement for Construction Services between Adam Heath Construction and Williamson County for the remodeling of office areas located in the Williamson County District Attorney's Office in the amount of $31,000.00.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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Adam Health Construction Agreement
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Discuss and consider approving the exemption of Architectural and Engineering Services for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter, as professional services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services as set forth under Section 262.024 (a)(4) of the Texas Local Government Code, and setting date of June 4, 2014 at 2:00 pm in the Williamson County Purchasing Department to receive Qualifications for these same professional services, RFQ#14RFQ00110.
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Director of Williamson County Animal Shelter Cheryl Schneider and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. |
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey |
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Second by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
Motion: To set the date of June 4, 2014 at 2:00 P.M. in the Williamson County Purchasing Department to receive qualifications from architects and engineers for the expansion of the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter, Request for Quotation (RFQ) #14RFQ00110.
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Attachments: |
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RFQ package Animal Shelter
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Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for April 2014 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for April 2014 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for April 2014 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty pay.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long |
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Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for April 2014 Extra Duty and Voluntary Duty pay:
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County Judge Dan A. Gattis
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Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
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Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
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Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
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Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
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| COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:10 A.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2014. |
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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.
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Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)
1. Proposed or potential purchase or lease of property by the County:
a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for SH 195 0.805 South of Bell County Line to IH 35.
b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for US 183 Extension from 1,000 feet South of San Gabriel to 1,000 feet North of SH 29.
c) Discuss proposed amendment to TCE on SH 45/O’Connor Blvd.
d) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Blvd.
e) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 Seward Junction Loop project.
f) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along Lakeline extension.
g) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for future parkland in Precinct 2.
h) Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
i) Discuss flooding issues with property located on Pond Springs Rd.
j) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Alcoa. 180.243 acres
k) Discuss proposed acquisition of tracts of property adjacent to County Road 131.
2. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
a) Discuss a transfer of ROW to the City of Leander on CR 179
b) Discuss County owned real estate adjacent to and near RM 2338 at Booty's Crossing.
c) Discuss County owned real estate on CR 258
d) Discuss proposed acquisition of land for County Parks.
e) Discuss proposed acquisition of 89.476 acres by Georgetown Inner Loop.
f) Discuss proposed sale of 98 acre tract abutting Blue Springs Blvd.
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Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.071 consultation with attorney.), including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Cause No. 06-453-C277; Kerry Heckman et al. v. Williamson County, et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th Judicial District
d) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al., In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Cause No. 13-0090-C26, Mathews v. Williamson County, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 26th Judicial District.
f) Employment related matters.
g) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
h) Civil Action No. 1:11-cv-907, Sarah Doe et al. v. Jerald Neveleff et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
i) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
j) American Arbitration Association # 70 110 Y 00385 13; Williamson County, Texas v. Faulkner USA, Inc.
k) Cause No. 12-0721-C277; W. Paul Reed et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas; 277th District Court
l) Cause No. 13-0748-C368; Williamson County v. Parsons Environment & Infrastructure Group Inc. et al. in the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
m) Cause No. 1:12-CV-011222LY; Lance Brown v. Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff James Wilson and Shawn Wilson in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
n) James Windom and Jane Windom v. Williamson County, Texas: Cause #13-0398-C368 in the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas |
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| COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 1:32 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2014. |
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Discuss and take appropriate action regarding economic development. |
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No action was taken on this item. |
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Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate. |
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Discuss and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters, including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Cause No. 06-453-C277; Kerry Heckman et al. v. Williamson County, et al., In the District Court of Williamson County Texas, 277th Judicial District
d) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman et al., In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Cause No. 13-0090-C26, Mathews v. Williamson County, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 26th Judicial District.
f) Employment related matters.
g) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
h) Civil Action No. 1:11-CV-907, Sarah Doe et al. v. Jerald Nevile et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
i) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MES) litigation.
j) American Arbitration Association # 70 110 Y 00385 13; Williamson County, Texas v. Faulkner USA, Inc.
k) Cause No. 12-0721-C277; W. Paul Reed et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas; 277th District Court
l) Cause No. 13-0748-C368; Williamson County v. Parsons Environment & Infrastructure Group Inc. et al. in the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
m) Cause No. 1:12-CV-011222LY; Lance Brown v. Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff James Wilson and Shawn Wilson in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
n) James Wind om and Jane Windom v. Williamson County, Texas: Cause #13-0398-C368 in the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas |
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Comments from Commissioners. |
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Commissioner Precinct #2 Cynthia Long wanted to thank Parks Director Randy Bell for "Learn to Fish" event this weekend.
Commissioner Precinct #1 Lisa Birkman wanted to thank Commissioner Precinct #2 Cynthia Long for her work on the event. |