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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
APRIL 7, 2015



STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:35 A.M. on TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2015, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
 
Present:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis  
 
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman  
 
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long  
 
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey  
 
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison  
 
County Clerk Nancy E. Rister  
Others Present:
Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
Stan O. Springerley, Assistant General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
Carolyn Deibler, Deputy County Clerk
             
1. Review and approval of minutes.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve the Minutes of the March 31, 2015 meeting.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  03.31.2015 CC Minutes
 
             
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
3.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
  Accounts Payable/Payroll Lead Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,154,692.04 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and electronic benefit payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  04.07.2015 Addendum
  04.07.2015 Electronic Payments
  04.07.2015 Funding Report
  04.07.2015 Wire Transfers
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
  Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill and Paulo Pinto of Georgetown 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 – 13 )
             
5. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Facilities.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0509-004510 Facility Maint & Repair $1,207.00
To 0100-0509-000777 Transfer to Capitol Projects $1,207.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
6. Discuss and consider approving line item transfer for County Jail.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Jail:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0570-004541 Repairs to Equipment $1,552.00
To 0100-0570-005000 Capital Outlay $1,552.00
 
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, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (11) monitors, (8) desktops, (9) toughbooks, (4) laptops, (6) keyboards, (1) box of keyboards/mouse, (2) speakers, (1) printer, (1) various system internals (video cards, cd drive, power supplies, proj lamp), (1) call booster, (1) fax, (3) mice, (1) box of misc cables, (8) APC/Power supplies, (1) docking station,  (2) scanners, (1) box of switches, (5) cameras, (1) hand mike, (1) shredder, (1) desktop phone, (8) desk chairs, (1) desk lamp, (1) hard drive, (1) animal ketch all,  (2) holster/carrying case, (7) GPS, (1) radar sets, (12) lens cover/reflector sets, (5) bulbs,  (2) sirens, (2) grill lights, (2) grill flashers, (1) lite housing mounts, (1) deck/grill light module, (1) quik grip tire chains, (8) trousers (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code § 263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (11) monitors, (8) desktops , (9) toughbooks, (4) laptops, (6) keyboards, (1) box of keyboards/mouse, (2) speakers, (1) printer, (1) various system internals (video cards, cd drive, power supplies, proj lamp), (1) call booster, (1) fax, (3) mice, (1) box of misc cables, (8) APC/Power supplies, (1) docking station, (2) scanners, (1) box of switches, (5) cameras, (1) hand mike, (1) shredder, (1) desktop phone, (8) desk chairs, (1) desk lamp, (1) hard drive, (1) animal ketch all, (2) holster/carrying case, (7) GPS, (1) radar sets, (12) lens cover/reflector sets, (5) bulbs, (2) sirens, (2) grill lights, (2) grill flashers, (1) lite housing mounts (1) deck/grill light module, (1) quik grip tire chain, (8) trousers (complete list attached) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code § 263.152.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Asset Sale
 
             
8. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-office transfer, including (2) 7 ft metal storage cabinets and (1) cork board (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code § 263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through inter-office transfer, including (2) 7 foot metal storage cabinets and (1) cork board (complete list attached) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code § 263.152.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Asset Transfer
 
             
9. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of (2) 2009 Dodge Charger and (1) 2002 Chevrolet 1500 through sale; pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code § 263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of (2) 2009 Dodge Charger and (1) 2002 Chevrolet 1500 through sale pursuant to Texas Local Government Code § 263.152.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Vehicle Sale
 
             
10. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of (12) Tasers, (5) Pairs of Handcuffs, (4) Regulators, Mares Orbiter, (3) Taser Holsters, (3) Taser Battery Charging Stations (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code § 263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of (12) Tasers, (5) Pairs of Handcuffs, (4) Regulators, Mares Orbiter, (3) Taser Holsters, and (3) Taser Battery Charging Stations (complete list attached) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code § 263.152.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Asset Destruction
 
             
11. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Funding Modification 13-F-IG001 P20 in relation to the Intergovernmental Agreement Between ICE and Williamson County, Texas. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve Funding Modification 13-F-IG001 P20 in relation to the Intergovernmental Agreement Between Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Williamson County, 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
             
12. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the execution of two (2) Deeds without Warranty from Williamson County, Texas, acting as Trustee, to Abraham Eliashar pursuant to Section 34.05 (a) and (h) of the Texas Property Tax Code pertaining to two (2) separate tracts located in Williamson County, Texas.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute two (2) Deeds without Warranty from Williamson County, Texas, acting as Trustee, to Abraham Eliashar pursuant to Section 34.05 (a) and (h) of the Texas Property Tax Code pertaining to two (2) separate tracts located in Williamson County, 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:
  Eliashar Deed Without Warranty - Bartlett ARB
  Eliashar Deed Without Warranty - Jackson 2nd Addition Bartlett
 
             
13. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of preliminary plat for the CR Estates Section 3 Subdivision - Pct 4.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve preliminary plat for the C.R. Estates Section 3 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:
  Prelim Plat - CR Estates Sec 3
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
14. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Proclamation declaring April 7, 2015 as National Service Recognition Day.
  Dorothy VanDeCarr of the Literacy Coalition of Central Texas addressed the Court.
  Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a Proclamation declaring April 7, 2015 as National Service Recognition Day.
 
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 Service Recognition Day Proclamation
 
             
15. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on resolution designating April 2015 as County Government Month in Williamson County.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a Resolution designating April 2015 as County Government Month in Williamson County.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  National County Government Month Resolution
 
             
16. Hear a presentation from the purchasing department with regard to internal process changes and mission statement.
  Purchasing Agent Max Bricka addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
  Attachments:
  Purchasing Dept Presentation
 
             
17. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh invited everyone to the Ground Breaking Ceremony for County Road 245 on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at NewChurch Georgetown, 375 County Road 245.  No action was taken on this item.
             
18. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Professional Service Agreement for engineering services on the Seward Junction southwest (SH29@CR213 to US183) project between Williamson County and K Friese & Associates, Inc. related to the 2013 Road Bond Program. 
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Professional Service Agreement for Engineering Services on the Seward Junction Southwest (State Highway 29 @ County Road 213 to U.S. Highway 183) project between Williamson County and K Friese & Associates, Inc. related to the 2013 Road Bond Program.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  K Friese PSA for Seward Junction Project
 
             
19. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Kenneth Paul and Peggy Ann Kujawa for ROW needed on CR 258. (PARCEL 22)
  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 Kenneth Paul and Peggy Ann Kujawa for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 258. (PARCEL 22)
 
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:
  Kujawa Real Estate Contract for CR 258 ROW
 
             
20. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Christopher L. and Shirley Garvie for ROW needed on CR 258. (PARCEL 6) 
  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 Christopher L. and Shirley Garvie for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 258. (PARCEL 6)
 
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:
  Garvie Real Estate Contract for CR 258 ROW
 
             
21. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Letter Agreement with Glenn and Sandra Montgomery for ROW needed on CR 240. 
  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 Glenn and Sandra Montgomery for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 240.
 
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:
  Montgomery Letter Agreement
 
             
22. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Order abandoning, releasing and vacating any interest that Williamson County may have in relation to the public utility easement situated on the west side of Lot 3, Block A, Rainbow Island, a subdivision in Williamson County, Texas according to the map or plat thereof recorded in Cabinet I, Slides 38-39, Plat Records of Williamson County, Texas.
  County Engineer Joe England and General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute an Order abandoning, releasing and vacating any interest that Williamson County may have in relation to the public utility easement situated on the west side of Lot 3, Block A, Rainbow Island, a subdivision in Williamson County, Texas according to the map or plat thereof recorded in Cabinet I, Slides 38-39, Plat Records of Williamson County, 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:
  Abandonment of Rainbow Island Public Utility Easement
  Srvy
  Consent Letters
 
             
23. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving updates to the Williamson County Employee Policy Manual.
  Senior Director of Human Resources Tara Raymore 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. 
  Attachments:
  Redlined
  Final Draft
  Change Summary
 
             
24. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on sending a request letter for possible available funds to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve sending a request letter to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts for possible available funds from unclaimed capital credits received from electric cooperatives operating in Williamson County (Texas Property Code Section 74.602).
 
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
             
25. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of agreements for vehicle reimbursements during off-duty work conducted by Sheriff's Office deputies with:
a.  Champion Infrastructure, LLC
b.  J.C. Communications
c.  Sundance Ranch Home Owners Association
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve Vehicle Reimbursement Agreements with Champion Infrastructure, LLC, J.C. Communications, and Sundance Ranch Home Owners Association for vehicle reimbursements during off-duty work conducted by Sheriff's Office deputies and receipt of Agreements.
 
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:
  Champion Infrastructure Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement
  JC Communications Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement
  Sundance Ranch HOA Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement
 
             
26. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action to approve standard information release contract between Texas Workforce Commission and Williamson County Constable’s Office, Pct. 4 to support agency operations and authorize County Judge to sign TWC Contract #291PEN066 and related supporting documents.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve standard information release contract between Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) and Williamson County Constable’s Office Precinct #4 to support agency operations and authorize the County Judge to execute the TWC Contract #291PEN066 and related supporting documents.
 
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:
  Texas Workforce Commission Contract
 
             
27. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the renewal of Rubber Asphalt Crack Sealer, Bid #14IFB00215 for same pricing, terms and conditions as existing contract for the term of June 24, 2015 through June 23, 2016 with Crafco Texas, Inc.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the renewal of Rubber Asphalt Crack Sealer, Bid #14IFB00215 with Crafco Texas, Inc. for same pricing, terms, and conditions as existing contract for a one-year term beginning June 24, 2015 and ending June 23, 2016.
 
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:
  Crafco Texas Rubber Asphalt Crack Sealer Bid Renewal
 
             
28. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for IFB#15IFB119, Pharmaceuticals and Supplies for Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) #15IFB119, Pharmaceuticals and Supplies for Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  bid package
 
             
29. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding bids received for General Cast in Place, Bid #15IFB106 to the lowest and best bidder- RHB Construction, Inc.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To award bids received for General Cast in Place, Bid #15IFB106 to the lowest and best bidder - RHB Construction, Inc.
 
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:
  Recommendation
  RHB Bid
  SJ J Bid
 
             
30. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Mobile Outreach Team Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Mobile Outreach Team Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-367400 Donations $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
             
31. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Mobile Outreach Team Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Mobile Outreach Team Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0341-003670 Use of Donations $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
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:06 A.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2015.
             
32. Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087:
a) Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
b) Discuss Pearson Road District.
c) Discuss North Woods Road District.
d) Discuss Kaufman Loop.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
33. Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)
1. Proposed or potential purchase or lease of property by the County:
a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for SH 195 0.805 South of Bell County Line to IH 35.
b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 project.
c) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for future parkland.
d) Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
e) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Arterial H
f) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Inner Loop
g) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Neenah Blvd.
h) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Landfill properties (Chandler Rd.)
i) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 119
j) Discuss the acquisition of real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
k) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County facilities
l) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 258
m) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Kruger land swap
n) Discuss the roadways within the Somerset Road District #2.
o) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Southwest Seward Junction Loop
p) Discuss the Donation of ROW interests on CR 240.
q) Discuss the TXDOT Agreement to Contribute Funds for a bridge on SH 95 at Willis Creek.

2. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
a) Discuss County owned real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
b) Discuss proposed sale of real estate on Inner Loop
c) Discuss proposed trade of real estate adjacent to Chandler Rd. and CR 130
d) Discuss proposed sale of real estate on CR 107 & CR 118
e) Discuss proposed exchange of property with BCMUD along Great Oaks Drive.
f) Discuss proposed exchange of property with Mr. Kruger
g) Discuss proposed deeds without warranty for Old Lakeway Dr. ROW 
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
34. Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.071 consultation with attorney.), including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Cause No. 06-453-C277; Kerry Heckman et al. v. Williamson County, et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th Judicial District
d) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al., In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Cause No. 13-0090-C26, Mathews v. Williamson County, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 26th Judicial District.
f) Employee/personnel related matters
g) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
h) Civil Action No. 1:11-cv-907, Sarah Doe et al. v. Jerald Neveleff et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
i) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
j) American Arbitration Association # 70 110 Y 00385 13; Williamson County, Texas v. Faulkner USA, Inc.
k) Cause No. 12-0721-C277; W. Paul Reed et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas; 277th District Court
l) Cause No. 1:12-CV-011222LY; Lance Brown v. Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff James Wilson and Shawn Wilson in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
m) Claims and potential litigation regarding Ronald Reagan Boulevard North, Phase IV- Ranger Excavating, LP/Ramming Paving Company, LLC
n) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al., In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
o) Cause No. D-1-GN-14-003420; John Wesley Staten v. State Of Texas, et al.; In The District Court Of Travis County, Texas;
p) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters;
q) Platting requirements/violations relating to Norma Kenimar Snow/Hillside Nursery, Inc. Conveyance – Warranty Deed with Vendor’s Lien filed under Document No. 2014056160, Official Records, Williamson County, Texas/Snow Woods Subdivision
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
35. Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors, employees and/or positions, including but not limited to conducting deliberation and discussion pertaining to annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters).
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:39 A.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2015.
             
36. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding economic development.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
37. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding real estate.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
38. Discuss and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters, including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Cause No. 06-453-C277; Kerry Heckman et al. v. Williamson County, et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th Judicial District
d) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al., In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Cause No. 13-0090-C26, Mathews v. Williamson County, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 26th Judicial District.
f) Employee/personnel related matters
g) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
h) Civil Action No. 1:11-cv-907, Sarah Doe et al. v. Jerald Neveleff et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
i) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
j) American Arbitration Association # 70 110 Y 00385 13; Williamson County, Texas v. Faulkner USA, Inc.
k) Cause No. 12-0721-C277; W. Paul Reed et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas; 277th District Court
l) Cause No. 1:12-CV-011222LY; Lance Brown v. Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff James Wilson and Shawn Wilson in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
m) Claims and potential litigation regarding Ronald Reagan Boulevard North, Phase IV- Ranger Excavating, LP/Ramming Paving Company, LLC
n) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al., In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
o) Cause No. D-1-GN-14-003420; John Wesley Staten v. State Of Texas, et al.; In The District Court Of Travis County, Texas;
p) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters;
q) Platting requirements/violations relating to Norma Kenimar Snow/Hillside Nursery, Inc. Conveyance – Warranty Deed with Vendor’s Lien filed under Document No. 2014056160, Official Records, Williamson County, Texas/Snow Woods Subdivision
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a Settlement Agreement in American Arbitration Association Case # 70 110 Y 00385 13; Williamson County, Texas vs. Faulkner USA, Inc. in relation to the Williamson County Parking Garage and Jail.  [ See 48(j) above. ]
 
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
             
39. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors or employees, including but not limited to any necessary action pertaining to conducting annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
40. Comments from Commissioners.
  Commissioner Covey encouraged everyone to attend the Ground Breaking Ceremony for County Road 245 this afternoon at 2:00 p.m.

Commissioner Long reminded everyone to attend the Kick-Off of the Williamson County Economic Development Commission on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at 4:00 p.m.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:42 A.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2015.
 
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 14th day of April 2015.


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy



    

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