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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING 
MAY 26, 2009

             
STATE OF TEXAS )(

COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:38 A.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2009, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
Dan A. Gattis, County Judge  
 
Lisa Birkman, Commissioner Precinct 1  
 
Cynthia Long, Commissioner Precinct 2  
 
Valerie Covey, Commissioner Precinct 3  
 
Ron Morrison, Commissioner Precinct 4  
 
Nancy E. Rister, County Clerk  
Attendees:
Dale Rye, County Attorney General Counsel
Connie Singleton, Deputy County Clerk
             
1. Review and approval of minutes.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To approve minutes of the last meeting with the change of Mike Gleason to Mike Sorenson addressing the Court on agenda item #26.

 
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:
  05.19.2009 CC Minutes
 
             
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Unified System.
  URS Road Administrator Greg Bergeron addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To note in the minutes off right-of-way work:
CR 109 - Permission to enter property of Charles Gantt to perform drainage work in connection with installation of box culverts (Pct. #4 - A.S.)
CR 109 - Permission to enter property of Leland Thomison to perform drainage work in connection with installation of box culverts.
 
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:
  Off ROW Summary
 
             
3.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, and Wire Transfers 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.
  Donna Baker Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $1,514,456.74 from computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County budget.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Funding Report
  Wire Transfers
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
  Mike Harlow of Liberty Hill addressed the Court.
             
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes 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 - 19)
             
5. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Constable Pct. #4.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Constable Pct.#4:
From 0100-0554-003005 Office Furniture<$5000 $1,000.00  
To 0100-0554-003010 Computer Equipment<$5000 $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
             
6. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Communications.
  This item was moved to the Regular Agenda.

Chief of Operations for Emergency Communications Patrick Cobb addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman Motion: To table this motion.
 
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 a line item transfer for multiple departments for Workmans Comp. adjustments.
  Budget Manager Ashlie Koenig addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve a line item transfer for multiple departments for Workman's Comp. adjustments:
From 0360-0360-003311 CH Sec/Uniforms $850.00  
To 0360-0360-002050 CH Sec/Workers Comp $850.00  
From 0100-0630-002050 HD/Workers Comp $4,000.00  
From 0100-0509-002050 Facilities/Workers Comp $2,600.00  
From 0100-0551-002050 Const #1/Workers Comp $1,500.00  
From 0100-0570-002050 Jail/Workers Comp $7,000.00  
From 0100-0576-002050 Juv/Workers Comp $14,000.00  
To 0100-0540-002050 EMS/Workers Comp $29,100.00  
From 0100-0409-002050 Non Dept/Workers Comp $21,770.00  
To 0100-0405-002050 Vet Svcs/Workers Comp $120.00  
To 0100-0660-002050 Recycl Ctr/Workers Comp $900.00  
To 0100-0440-002050 DA/Workers Comp $400.00  
To 0100-0475-002050 CA/Workers Comp $450.00  
To 0100-0492-002050 Elections/Workers Comp $550.00  
To 0100-0503-002050 IT/Workers Comp $550.00  
To 0100-0510-002050 Parks/Workers Comp $4000.00  
To 0100-0552-002050 Const #2/Workers Comp $3000.00  
To 0100-0553-002050 Const #3/Workers Comp $300.00  
To 0100-0554-002050 Const #4/Workers Comp $1700.00  
To 0100-0560-002050 SO/Workers Comp $9,500.00  
To 0100-0583-002050 ESD/Workers Comp $300.00
 
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. A line item transfer from Maintenance Contracts to Kitchen Supplies for County Jail.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve a line item transfer from Maintenance Contracts to Kitchen Supplies for County Jail:
From 0100-0570-004500 Maintenance Contracts $8,000.00  
To 0100-0570-003111 Kitchen Supplies $8,000.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
9. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for County Attorney.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve a line item transfer for County Attorney:
From 0100-0475-004350 Printed Materials & Binding $1,000.00  
To 0100-0475-003900 Membership Dues $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
             
10. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for District Attorney.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve a line item transfer for District Attorney:
From 0100-0440-004932 Trial Expenditures $1,500.00  
To 0100-0440-003100 Office Supplies $1,500.00
 
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
             
11. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Parks.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Parks:
From 0100-0409-004100 Professional Svcs $8,750.00  
To 0100-0510-003001 Small Equip-Tools<$5000 $8,750.00
 
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
             
12. A line item transfer from Law Enforcement Equip<$5000 to Medical Equipment<$5000.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve a line item transfer from Law Enforcement Equip<$5000 to Medical Equipment<$5000:
From 0100-0560-003008 Law Enforcement Equip <$5000 $425.00  
To 0100-0560-003107 Medical Equipment <$5000 $425.00
 
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
             
13. Consider closing a portion of Fern Bluff Ave. (8200-8203) on May 30th, 2009, from 4 - 10 P.M. and consider loaning barricades and cones for a neighborhood block party.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve closing a portion of Fern Bluff Ave. (8200-8203) on May 30th, 2009, from 4 - 10 P.M. and consider loaning barricades and cones for a neighborhood block party.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Stone Canyon Block Party
 
             
14. Consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the transfer of various items to auction/donation/destruction. (Complete list filed with official minutes)
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve authorizing the transfer of various items to auction/donation/destruction.
 
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 Transfers
 
             
15. Discuss and consider preliminary plat approval of Merkord Subdivision, Pct. #4.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Moton: To approve preliminary plat of Merkord Subdivision, Pct. #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:
  Merkord Preliminary Plat
 
             
16. Discuss and consider preliminary plat approval for Lakeview Estates Subdivision, Pct. #3.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve preliminary plat for Lakeview Estates Subdivision, Pct. #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:
  Lakeview Preliminary Plat
 
             
17. Discuss and consider approval for amended plat of Lot 5, Walburg Crossing, Pct. #3.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve amended plat of Lot 5, Walburg Crossing, Pct. #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:
  Walburg Crossing
 
             
18. Consider approving donation to Victim Assistance from GRC Wireless, Inc. (Shelter Alliance Cell Phone Fundraiser) in the amount of $127.50.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve a donation to Victim Assistance from GRC Wireless, Inc. (Shelter Alliance Cell Phone Fundraiser) in the amount of $127.50.
 
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
             
19. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding agreement between Thrall Volunteer Fire Dept. and Williamson County.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve an agreement between Thrall Volunteer Fire Dept. and 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:
  Thrall VFD Agreement
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
20. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a proclamation honoring Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority Chairman Robert E. Tesch.
  Motion By: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve a proclamation honoring Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority Chairman Robert E. Tesch.
 
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:
  Robert Tesch Proclamation
 
             
21. Discuss and take appropriate action on road bond program.
  Richard Ridings of HNTB addressed the Court.

No action was taken.
             
22. Consider authorizing the County Judge to execute a supplemental agreement to contribute funds with TxDOT for SH 195 Section 1 (previously Phase 1B) and take other appropriate action.
  Richard Ridings of HNTB addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a supplemental agreement to contribute funds with TxDOT for SH 195 Section 1 (previously Phase 1B).
 
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 Supplemental Contract for SH 195 Phase 1B
 
             
23. Consider authorizing the County Judge to execute a second supplemental agreement to contribute funds with TxDOT for SH 195 Section 4 (previously Phase II) and take other appropriate action.
  Richard Ridings of HNTB addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a second supplemental agreement to contribute funds with TxDOT for SH 195 Section 4 (previously Phase II).
 
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 Supplemental Contract for SH 195 Segment 4
 
             
24. Consider authorizing the County Judge to execute a supplemental agreement to contribute funds with TXDOT for SH 195 Section 1 (previously Phase 1A) and take other appropriate action.
  Richard Ridings of HNTB addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a supplemental agreement to contribute funds with TXDOT for SH 195 Section 1 (previously Phase 1A).
 
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 Supplemental Contract for SH 195 Phase 1A
 
             
25. Discuss and consider approving Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. Supplemental #7 to their 2001 Utility Management Professional Service Agreement (PSA) to allow for the execution of Supplemental #3 to Work Authorization #15 for Williams Drive/RM 2338 (FM 3405 to DB Woods) utility coordination.
  Richard Ridings of HNTB addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. Supplemental #7 to their 2001 Utility Management Professional Service Agreement (PSA) to allow for the execution of Supplemental #3 to Work Authorization #15 for Williams Drive/RM 2338 (FM 3405 to DB Woods) utility coordination.
 
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:
  Cobb Fendley Associates Supplemental 7 Williams Drive
 
             
26. Discuss and take action on the interlocal agreement between Georgetown and Williamson County for CR 104 Phase #2.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve the interlocal (ILA) agreement between Georgetown and Williamson County for CR 104 Phase #2.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  CR 104 Phase 2 Agreement with City of Georgetown
 
             
27. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute an interlocal agreement with Chisholm Trail Water Special Utility District regarding relocation of water line improvements for US 183 Project.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute an interlocal agreement with Chisholm Trail Water Special Utility District regarding relocation of water line improvements for US 183 Project.
 
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:
  Chisholm Trail SUD Interlocal Agreement - US 183
 
             
28. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute an interlocal agreement with Chisholm Trail Water Special Utility District regarding relocation of water line improvements for SH 195 Project.

  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To authorize County Judge to execute an interlocal agreement with Chisholm Trail Water Special Utility District regarding relocation of water line improvements for SH 195 Project.
 
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:
  Chisholm Trail SUD Interlocal Agreement - SH 195
 
             
29. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute an interlocal agreement with Chisholm Trail Water Special Utility District regarding relocation of water line improvements for CR 214 Project.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To authorize County Judge to execute an interlocal agreement with Chisholm Trail Water Special Utility District regarding relocation of water line improvements for CR 214 Project.

 
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:
  Chisholm Trail SUD Interlocal for CR 214
 
             
30. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute an interlocal agreement with Chisholm Trail Water Special Utility District regarding relocation of water line improvements for RM 2338 Project Phase #2.

  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute an interlocal agreement with Chisholm Trail Water Special Utility District regarding relocation of water line improvements for RM 2338 Project Phase #2.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Chisholm Trail SUD Interlocal for RM 2338
 
             
31. Discuss and take appropriate action on the recommended project, Jarrell City Sewer System, for the Community Development Block Grant Recovery Funds in the amount of $297,718.
  Grants Coordinator Sally Bardwell addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve the recommended project, Jarrell City Sewer System, for the Community Development Block Grant Recovery Funds in the amount of $297,718.
 
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
             
32. Discuss and take action regarding the Jester Williamson County Annex and the Public Safety Building in Round Rock and other matters related thereto.
  Building Projects Manager Gary Wilson addressed the Court.

No action was taken.
             
33. Discuss and take action to amend the Audit Committee Resolution to add a third citizens member and appoint audit committee members.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman Motion: To approve amending the Audit Committee Resolution to add a third citizens member and appoint audit committee member Kellie Bolin.

 
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:
  Audit Committee Resolution
  Bio for Kellie Bolin
 
             
34. Discuss and take appropriate action on Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) application for funding through CAPCOG.
  Kathy Grimes Executive Assistant to Commissioner of Precinct 2 and County Sheriff James R. Wilson addressed the Court.
  Motion By: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman Motion: To approve Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) application for funding through CAPCOG with the condition of adding a fencing estimate.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
             
35. Discuss and take action on the re-appointment of Bobby Bunte to the ESD #8 Board.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman Motion: To approve the re-appointment of Bobby Bunte to the ESD #8 Board.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
  Attachments:
  Bunte 2009
 
             
36. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a resolution affirming Williamson County's support of and partnership with the 2010 Census.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve a resolution affirming Williamson County's support of and partnership with the 2010 Census.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
  Attachments:
  2010 Census Resolution
 
             
37. Discuss and take appropriate action on FY 2010 Texas Victim Information and Notification Everyday (VINE) annual maintenance grant contract.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve FY 2010 Texas Victim Information and Notification Everyday (VINE) annual maintenance grant contract.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Other: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long (Absent from the Dais)
  Attachments:
  Texas Vine Annual Maintenance Grant Contract
 
             
38. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of June 24, 2009 at 3:00 P.M. in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for the Chandler Road Phase III B project, Bid# 09WC717.
  Richard Ridings of HNTB addressed the Court.
             
39. Consider acknowledging proposals received for RFP# 09WCP814, third party administrator for the Williamson County Indigent Health Care program, and recognizing that the best proposer is WEB-TPA, Inc.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To acknowledge proposals received for RFP# 09WCP814, third party administrator for the Williamson County Indigent Health Care program, and recognizing that the best proposer is WEB-TPA, 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:
  WEB-TPA Proposal
  TPA Recommendation
  TPA Analysis
 
             
40. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of June 16, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. in the Purchasing Department to receive proposals for the Williamson County Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Worker's Compensation Insurance.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To authorize advertising and set date of June 16, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. in the Purchasing Department to receive proposals for the Williamson County Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Worker's Compensation Insurance.
 
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
             
41. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of June 17, 2009 at 2:30 P.M. to accept bids in the Williamson County Purchasing Department for power stretchers for Williamson County EMS.
  Purchasing Manager Bob Space and Emergency Medical Services Operation Manager Kenny Schnell addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To authorize advertising and set date of June 17, 2009 at 2:30 P.M. to accept bids in the Williamson County Purchasing Department for power stretchers for Williamson County EMS.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
42. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of June 17, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for the Byers' house repairs project, Bid# 09WC718.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To authorize advertising and set date of June 17, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for the Byers' house repairs project, Bid# 09WC718.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
43. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of June 17, 2009 at 3:30 P.M. to receive proposals in the Williamson County Purchasing Department for EMS billing services.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To authorize advertising and set date of June 17, 2009 at 3:30 P.M. to receive proposals in the Williamson County Purchasing Department for EMS billing services.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
44. Consider approving extension of  contract between Williamson County Juvenile Services and Aramark Correctional Food Services on a month to month basis to allow for Texas Department of Agriculture to review renewal contract for the National School Lunch Program.  
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an extension of contract between Williamson County Juvenile Services and Aramark Correctional Food Services on a month to month basis to allow for Texas Department of Agriculture to review renewal contract for the National School Lunch 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
             
45. Consider declaring an emergency and approving a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Jail.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To declare an emergency and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Jail:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount  
  0100-0570-003316 Medical/Hospital $400,000.00

 
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
             
46. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for May 2009 Voluntary Duty.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for May 2009 Voluntary Duty:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount  
  0100-0000-341220 Voluntary Duty Rev, SO $3,369.66  
  0100-0000-341226 Voluntary Duty Rev, Juv Serv $315.06  
  0100-0000-341230 Voluntary Duty Admin Fee $315.68  


 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
47. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for May 2009 Voluntary Duty pay.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for May 2009 Voluntary Duty pay:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount  
  0100-0560-001117 Voluntary Duty Pay $2,775.00  
  0100-0560-002010 FICA $212.29  
  0100-0560-002020 Retirement $243.62  
  0100-0560-002050 Worker's Comp $138.75  
  0100-0576-001117 Voluntary Duty Pay $255.00  
  0100-0576-002010 FICA $19.51  
  0100-0576-002020 Retirement $27.80  
  0100-0576-002050 Worker's Comp $12.75  
 
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
             
48. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures from the Attorney General's office for the purpose of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) exams.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures from the Attorney General's office for the purpose of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) exams:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount  
  0100-0440-004203 SA Medical Exams $5,000.00

 
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
             
49. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues from the Attorney General's office for the purpose of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) exams.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues from the Attorney General's office for the purpose of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) exams:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount  
  0100-0000-370517 SA Medical Reimbursement $5,000.00
 
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
             
50. Discuss and take appropriate action on current pending legislation.
  General Counsel Dale Rye addressed the Court.

No action was taken.
             
51. Schedule a Public Hearing for Long Range Transportation Plan.
  This item was removed from the agenda.
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT ADJOURNED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:37 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2009.
             
52. Discuss real estate (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.0721 deliberation regarding real property.)
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
53. Discuss pending or contemplated litigation (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.071 consultation with attorney.)
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
54. Deliberation regarding economic development negotiations (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 557.087 deliberation regarding economic development negotiations.)
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
55. Discuss personnel issues (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.074 matters concerning personnel.)
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:04 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2009.
             
56. Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To authorize the County Judge to sign a contract with Teravista L.P. to purchase right-of-way for FM 1460 for appraised price of $2,965,314.
 
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
             
57. Discuss and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation.
  No action was taken.
             
58. Discuss and take appropriate action concerning deliberation regarding economic development negotiations.
  No action was taken.
             
59. Discuss and take appropriate action concerning personnel matters.
  No action was taken.
             
60. Comments from Commissioners.
  Commissioner Covey noted that there was a great gathering in Sun City for the Memorial Day remembrance.  She said she is thankful for all those who have served us and continue to serve our nation.

COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 12:06 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2009.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 2nd day of June, 2009. 

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

By: Connie Singleton, Deputy


    

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