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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
APRIL 14, 2015




STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:36 A.M. on TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 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 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the Minutes of the April 7, 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:
  04.07.2015 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 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $3,315,764.74 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:
  04.14.2015 Electronic Payments
  04.14.2015 Funding Report
  04.14.2015 Wire Transfers
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
  Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown and Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
             
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. ( Items 5 – 16 )
             
5. Discuss and consider approving a Line Item Transfer for the District Attorney's Office.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the District Attorney's Office:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0440-003901 Publications/Books $661.32
To 0100-0440-003900 Membership $661.32

 
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 Sheriff.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Sheriff:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0560-005008 L.E. Equipment > 5,000 $1,500.00
From 0100-0560-005700 Vehicles $5,000.00
To 0100-0560-003008 L.E. Equipment < 5,000 $6,500.00

 
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 All County Courts at Law.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for All County Courts at Law:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0425-004131 All CCL/Family Cases $14,000.00
To 0100-0425-004100 All CCL/Prof Svcs $14,000.00
 
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. Acknowledge and enter into the official minutes of the Commissioner's Court the line item transfers from merit pool monies to various departments approved by the Budget Office from January - March 2015.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To acknowledge line item transfers from merit pool monies to various departments approved by the Budget Office from January - March 2015.
 
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:
  Q 2 Merit Report
 
             
9. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Courthouse Repointing Project and approve Change Orders (nos. 1-5) in the total amount of $8,328.00 for additional repointing and misc. necessary items beyond the original scope.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve Change Orders 1 - 5 in the total amount of $8,328.00 for additional repointing and miscellaneous necessary items beyond the original scope.
 
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:
  P402 Sunbelt Change Order 1
  P402 Sunbelt Change Order 2
  P402 Sunbelt Change Order 3
  P402 Sunbelt Change Order 4
  P402 Sunbelt Change Order 5
 
             
10. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (1) 4 drawer file cabinet; (7) assorted pieces from modular desks; (1) bulletin board; (1) laptop (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code §263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (1) 4 drawer file cabinet; (7) assorted pieces from modular desks; (1) bulletin board; (1) laptop (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
 
             
11. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of (2) Tractors; (2) Rotary Mowers; (1) Trailer through sale; pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code § 263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the  disposal of (2) Tractors; (2) Rotary Mowers; (1) Trailer 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:
  Ground Maintenance Equipment & Accessories
 
             
12. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on new Work Authorization with Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. for cross culvert inspection services for Williamson County Road & Bridge.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve new Work Authorization with Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. for cross culvert inspection services for Williamson County Road & Bridge.
 
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:
  Pape Dawson WA 1
 
             
13. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on new Work Authorization with Steger & Bizzell Engineering, Inc. for cross culvert inspection services for Williamson County Road & Bridge. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a new Work Authorization with Steger & Bizzell Engineering, Inc. for cross culvert inspection services for Williamson County Road & Bridge.
 
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:
  Steger Bizzell WA 1
 
             
14. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on new Work Authorization with Surveying and Mapping (SAM) LLC for on call surveying services for Williamson County Road & Bridge. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a new Work Authorization with Surveying and Mapping (SAM) LLC for on call surveying services for Williamson County Road & Bridge.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  SAM WA 2
 
             
15. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on new Work Authorization with Surveying and Mapping (SAM) LLC for Professional Survey Services for the Williamson County Expo Center.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a new Work Authorization with Surveying and Mapping (SAM) LLC for Professional Survey Services for the Williamson County Expo Center.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  SAM Expo Center Work Authorization
 
             
16. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Sonterra West Section 8-I Phase 2 Subdivision - Pct 3.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve final plat for the Sonterra West Section 8-I Phase 2 Subdivision - Precinct #3.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Final Plat - Sonterra West Sec 8-I Ph 2
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
17. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Resolution declaring April 12-18, 2015, as National Telecommunicator Week.
  Director of Emergency Communications Scott Parker and Emergency Services Support Services Coordinator Gene Smith addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a Resolution declaring April 12-18, 2015 as Public Safety Telecommunicator 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:
  Public Safety Telecommunicator Week Resolution
 
             
18. Recognize the excellent work and efforts of the Telecommunications Professionals throughout Williamson County.
  Director of Emergency Communications Scott Parker and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Medical Director Dr. Jeff Jarvis addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
19. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on proclamation recognizing the career of Cynthia Guerrero of the Williamson County and Cities Health District.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a Proclamation recognizing the career of Cynthia Guerrero of the Williamson County and Cities Health District.
 
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:
  Cynthia Guerrero Proclamation
 
             
20. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognition of Jessica Schmidt, JP 4 Chief Court Administrator, as the CTJPCA Clerk of the Year.
  Justice of the Peace Precinct #3 Bill Gravell addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
21. Receive and discuss the receipt of the Texas Comptroller Leadership Circle Platinum Member Award for the sixth consecutive year.  Only if necessary, take any appropriate action regarding same.
  First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
22. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Precinct 3 Justice of the Peace Bill Gravell's Office receiving the 2015 Tyler Public Sector Excellence Award at the Odyssey Conference in Dallas.
  Justice of the Peace Precinct #3 Bill Gravell addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To acknowledge Precinct #3 Justice of the Peace Bill Gravell's Office receiving the 2015 Tyler Public Sector Excellence Award at the Odyssey Conference in Dallas.
 
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:
  Tyler Public Sector Excellence Award Winners
 
             
23. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on presentation of check by Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation to Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County, Texas. 
  Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County, Texas Executive Director Debbie Hoffman and Resource Development Director Nicole Vommaro addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
24. Receive and discuss the 2014 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR).  Only if necessary, take any appropriate action regarding same.
  County Auditor David Flores and Auditor Kevin Sanford of Weaver and Tidwell addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To acknowledge the receipt of the 2014 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR).
 
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:
  2014 PAFR
  2014 Governance Letter
  2014 CAFR
 
             
25. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh noted that due to public safety concerns the decision was made to close all balconies at the Courthouse. No action was taken on this item.
             
26. Consider approving Change Order No. 10 in the amount of $16,295.16 for IH 35 NBFR, a Pass Through Financing Project in Precinct 3.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve Change Order No. 10 in the amount of $16,295.16 for Interstate Highway (IH) 35 North Bound Frontage Road (NBFR), a Pass Through Financing Project in Precinct #3.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Hunter Industries IH 35 NBFR Change Order 10
 
             
27. Consider approving Change Order No. 7 in the amount of $2,725.00 for CR 138, a Road Bond Project in Precinct Four.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve Change Order No. 7 in the amount of $2,725.00 for County Road (CR) 138, a Road Bond Project in 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:
  Change Order 7 for CR 138
 
             
28. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval of standard license agreement with the Williamson County Sun for newspaper rack at the Justice Center and authorize donation of proceeds to Employee Fund pursuant to Tex Loc. Gov’t Code § 81.032.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve standard license agreement with the Williamson County Sun for newspaper rack at the Justice Center and authorize donation of proceeds to Employee Fund pursuant to Texas Local Government Code § 81.032.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Williamson County Sun Newsstand Lease
 
             
29. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding setting a bond for the County Elections Administrator in an amount not to exceed $20,000.00 payable to the County Judge, approved by the Commissioners Court, and conditioned on the faithful performance of the duties of the position.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To set a bond for the County Elections Administrator in an amount not to exceed $20,000.00 payable to the County Judge, approved by Commissioners' Court, and conditioned on the faithful performance of the duties of the position.
 
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
             
30. Discuss and take appropriate action on the Emergency Communications Dispatch Steering Committee Bylaws. The Dispatch Steering Committee will provide guidance, community input, and oversight on 9-1-1 call taking, radio dispatching, and other emergency communications related activities.
  Director of Emergency Communications Scott Parker addressed the Court.
  Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the Emergency Communications Dispatch Steering Committee Bylaws.
 
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:
  WCEC Governance Bylaws
 
             
31. 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.  Austin Energy (City of Austin)
b.  City National Bank of Taylor
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of agreements for vehicle reimbursements during off-duty work conducted by Sheriff's Office deputies with Austin Energy (City of Austin) and City National Bank of Taylor.
 
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:
  Austin Energy Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement
  City National Bank of Taylor Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement
 
             
32. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on terminating an Interlocal Agreement for Habitual Violator Program (Contract No. 87-4XXF5001) relating to the Office of Williamson County Constable, Pct. 1 provision of targeted law enforcement services in support of the State of Texas - Habitual Toll Violator Program.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To terminate an Interlocal Agreement for Habitual Violator Program (Contract No. 87-4XXF5001) relating to the Office of Williamson County Constable, Precinct #1 provision of targeted law enforcement services in support of the State of Texas - Habitual Toll Violator 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:
  TxDOT Habitual Violator Contract Termination Notice
  TXDOT Habitual Violator Contract
 
             
33. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve revised service agreement with Suddenlink for additional broadband to support county IT operations pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(7)(C).
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve revised service agreement with Suddenlink for additional broadband to support county Information Technology (IT) operations pursuant to Texas Local Government Code § 262.024(a)(7)(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
  Attachments:
  SuddenLink Revised Service Agreement
 
             
34. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on change order FP-WILCO-01 with Fatpot Technologies.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve change order FP-WILCO-01 with Fatpot Technologies.
 
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, consider and take appropriate action on awarding bids received for Hauling, Bid #15IFB112 to the lowest and best bidder meeting specification:  United Carriers, LLC as primary vendor and Statewide Materials Transport LTD as secondary vendor.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To award bids received for Hauling, Bid #15IFB112 to the lowest and best bidder meeting specification - United Carriers, LLC as primary vendor and Statewide Materials Transport LTD as secondary vendor.
 
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
  Bid Tab
 
             
36. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for Limestone Rock Asphalt, Bid #15IFB117.
  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 Limestone Rock Asphalt, Bid #15IFB117.
 
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:
  Mat Spec Exh A
  LRA IFB package
 
             
37. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding bids received for Emulsions, Bid# 15IFB111 to the best bidder Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions Inc.as primary vendor and Western Emulsions, Inc as secondary.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To award bids received for Emulsions, Bid #15IFB111 to the best bidder - Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions Inc. as primary vendor and Western Emulsions, Inc. as secondary.
 
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
  Bid Tab
 
             
38. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving Williamson County Purchase Order Terms and Conditions.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve Williamson County Purchase Order Terms and Conditions.
 
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:
  PO t's and c's
 
             
39. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for Hosted Solution Service - Web Based Benefit Enrollment System, RFP# 15IFB123.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for Hosted Solution Service - Web Based Benefit Enrollment System, Request for Proposal (RFP) #15IFB123.
 
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:
  Benefit Enrollment System RFP
  Exhibit A
 
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:01 A.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2015.
             
40. 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.
             
41. Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)
1. Proposed or potential purchase or lease of property by the County:
a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for SH 195 0.805 South of Bell County Line to IH 35.
b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 project.
c) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for future parkland.
d) Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
e) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Arterial H
f) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Inner Loop
g) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Neenah Blvd.
h) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Landfill properties (Chandler Rd.)
i) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 119
j) Discuss the acquisition of real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
k) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County facilities
l) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 258
m) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Kruger land swap
n) Discuss the roadways within the Somerset Road District #2.
o) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Southwest Seward Junction Loop
p) Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests on CR 240.
q) Discuss the TXDOT Agreement to Contribute Funds for a bridge on SH 95 at Willis Creek.

2. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
a) Discuss County owned real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
b) Discuss proposed sale of real estate on Inner Loop
c) Discuss proposed trade of real estate adjacent to Chandler Rd. and CR 130
d) Discuss proposed sale of real estate on CR 107 & CR 118
e) Discuss proposed exchange of property with BCMUD along Great Oaks Drive.
f) Discuss proposed exchange of property with Mr. Kruger
g) Discuss proposed deeds without warranty for Old Lakeway Dr. ROW
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
42. 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.
             
43. 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 12:09 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2015.
             
44. Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
45. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding real estate.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
46. Discuss and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters, including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Cause No. 06-453-C277; Kerry Heckman et al. v. Williamson County, et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th Judicial District
d) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al., In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Cause No. 13-0090-C26, Mathews v. Williamson County, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 26th Judicial District.
f) Employee/personnel related matters
g) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
h) Civil Action No. 1:11-cv-907, Sarah Doe et al. v. Jerald Neveleff et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
i) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
j) American Arbitration Association # 70 110 Y 00385 13; Williamson County, Texas v. Faulkner USA, Inc.
k) Cause No. 12-0721-C277; W. Paul Reed et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas; 277th District Court
l) Cause No. 1:12-CV-011222LY; Lance Brown v. Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff James Wilson and Shawn Wilson in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
m) Claims and potential litigation regarding Ronald Reagan Boulevard North, Phase IV- Ranger Excavating, LP/Ramming Paving Company, LLC
n) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al., In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
o) Cause No. D-1-GN-14-003420; John Wesley Staten v. State Of Texas, et al.; In The District Court Of Travis County, Texas;
p) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters;
q) Platting requirements/violations relating to Norma Kenimar Snow/Hillside Nursery, Inc. Conveyance – Warranty Deed with Vendor’s Lien filed under Document No. 2014056160, Official Records, Williamson County, Texas/Snow Woods Subdivision
  No action was taken on this item.
             
47. 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.
             
48. Comments from Commissioners.
  Judge Gattis introduced Grace Innis from Georgetown High School who shadowed Judge Gattis and Commissioner Covey introduced Mary Blake Windham from Georgetown High School and Elizabeth Wytko from East View High School who shadowed Commissioner Covey as part of Georgetown Optimist Club Youth Appreciation Day.

Judge Gattis welcomed Elections Administrator Chris Davis and expressed his appreciation to Interim Elections Administrator Kay Eastes for the fine job she has done.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:10 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2015.
 

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 21st day of April 2014.


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy



    

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