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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
MAY 15, 2012
 

STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:39 A.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2012, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis  
 
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman  
 
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long  
 
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey  
 
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison  
 
County Clerk Nancy E. Rister  
Others Present:
Hal Hawes, Legal Advisor to Commissioner's Court
Carolyn Deibler, Deputy County Clerk
             
1. Review and approval of minutes.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the minutes of the May 8, 2012 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:
  05.08.2012 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.
  First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $1,625,533.18 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, and Quick Check Report from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Funding Report 05-15-2012
  Wire Transfers
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
  Greg Windham 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 – 13 )
             
5. To discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Human Resources.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Human Resources:
From 0100-0402-003901 Publications $7,500.00
To 0100-0402-004100 Professional Services $7,500.00
 
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
             
6. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for All County Courts at Law.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for all County Courts at Law:
From 0100-0425-004131 All CCL/Ct Aptd Atty $15,000.00
To 0100-0425-004141 All CCL/Interpretor $15,000.00
 
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
             
7. To discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for County Court at Law No. 3.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for County Court at Law No. 3:
From 0100-0428-004999 Misc. $171.00
To 0100-0428-004543 Repairs to Equipment $171.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Monitor Lesesne Invoice
 
             
8. To discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for District Attorneys office.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the District Attorney's office:
From 0100-0440-003011 Computer Software <$5000 $1,522.00
To 0100-0440-003005 Office Furniture <$5000 $1,522.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Convenience quote
 
             
9. To discuss and take appropriate action on the approval of a line item transfer for Road and Bridge.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Road and Bridge:
From 0200-0210-005000 Capital Outlay > $5,000 $600.00
To 0200-0210-004212 Postage $600.00
 
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 waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor Collector.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve waiving the Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor Collector.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  waiver of PI chart new 5 5 10
 
             
11. Consider authorizing the transfer of various equipment items through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the transfer of various equipment items through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Asset Change Form
 
             
12. Discuss and take appropriate action on the CR 101 closure and detour. 
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the County Road (CR) 101 closure and detour.
 
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 101 Detour
 
             
13. Discuss and consider approval of final plat for Lorie Anna 1 Estates subdivision - Pct 3.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the final plat for Lorie Anna 1 Estates 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 - Lorie Anna 1 Estates
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
14. Hear the May 2012 Monthly Construction Summary Report.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
  Attachments:
  May 2012 CSR
 
             
15. Consider approving Change Order No. 6 in the amount of -$220,543.62 for Ronald Reagan Blvd. North Phase III, a Road Bond Project in Precinct Three.
  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 approve Change Order #6 in the amount of -$220,543.62 for Ronald Reagan Boulevard North Phase III, a Road Bond 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:
  Change Order 6 for Ronald Reagan Blvd North Phase III
 
             
16. Consider approving Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $18,000 for SH 29 Two-Way Left Turn Lane, a Road Bond Project in Precinct Two.
  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 approve Change Order #1 in the amount of $18,000.00 for State Highway 29 Two-Way Left Turn Lane, a Road Bond Project in Precinct #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:
  Change Order 1 for SH 29 Two Way Left Turn Lane
 
             
17. To discuss and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure's projects and issues update.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
18. Consider authorizing the 2006 road bond transfer request per recommendation of Mike Weaver, Road Bond Manager: move $950,000.00 from P156 to P219 (Great Oaks Extension) $500,000.00 and P127 (O'Connor Boulevard), close P194 (SH 29 Bypass) to move $500,00.00 to P211 (Ronald Reagan Boulevard Phase III) and balance to P162 (IH35 NBFR Road & Ramps), close P216 (CR 101) and move $150,000.00 to P155 (US 79 Second Street Drainage), and close P176 (Limmer Loop) to move balance of $276,417.00 to P247 (Chandler 3A).
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the 2006 road bond transfer request per recommendation of Road Bond Manager Mike Weaver to: move $500,000.00 from P156 (Unallocated Interest) to P219 (Great Oaks Extension); move $450,000.00 from P156 (Unallocated Interest) to P127 (O'Connor Boulevard); close P194 (State Highway 29 Bypass) and move $500,000.00 to P211 (Ronald Reagan Boulevard Phase III) with balance to P162 (Interstate Highway 35 North Bound Frontage Road & Ramps); close P216 (County Road 101) and move $150,000.00 to P155 (US 79 Second Street Drainage); and close P176 (Limmer Loop) and move $276,417.00 to P247 (Chandler Road Phase 3A).
 
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:
  2006 ROAD BOND XFER REQUEST 5-01-12
 
             
19. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute a Temporary Construction Easement with Schwertner Farms regarding right-of-way on CR 351.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Temporary Construction Easement with Schwertner Farms regarding right-of-way on County Road (CR) 351.
 
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:
  Schwertner Farms Temporary Construction Easement
 
             
20. Consider authorizing the County Judge to execute an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Relocation of Water System Improvements for Sam Bass Road Drainage Project with Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Relocation of Water System Improvements for Sam Bass Road Drainage Project with Brushy Creek Municipal Utility 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:
  Brushy Creek MUD ILA for Waterline Relocation
 
             
21. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding Wellness proposal beginning June 2012; Health Risk Appraisal, Bio-Metric Screening, & Cotinine Testing.
 

This item was pulled from the Agenda.

             
22. Consider and take appropriate action to appoint Brent A. Baker to the Williamson County Conservation Foundation (WCCF) Board, effective immediately, to fill a term ending April 2014.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To appoint Brent A. Baker to the Williamson County Conservation Foundation (WCCF) Board, effective immediately, to fill a term ending April 2014.

 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Brent Baker resume
 
             
23. Discuss and take appropriate action on an amendment to the AirCheck Program Grant Activity Plan (GAP) to modify section 9.3.2 to reflect a 30 day acceptance period for documentation from the vendor for reimbursement under the DriveACleanMachine vehicle replacement grant program.
  Director of Environmental Programs for the Parks Department Gary Boyd addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve an amendment to the AirCheck Program Grant Activity Plan (GAP) to modify section 9.3.2 to reflect a 30 day acceptance period for documentation from the vendor for reimbursement under the DriveACleanMachine vehicle replacement grant 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:
  Grant Activity Plan for AirCheck
 
             
24. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the appointment of four members to the Board of Directors of the Rivery Park Reinvestment Zone No. 072110.
  Motion by County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To appoint to the Board of Directors of the Rivery Park Reinvestment Zone Number 072110: State Representative District 20 or designee, State Senator District 5 or designee, Commissioner Valerie Covey and citizen Celine Duke.
 
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. Authorize County Judge to execute a First Amended Tax Increment Financing Agreement with the City of Georgetown regarding the Rivery Park Reinvestment Zone No. 072110.
  Marlene McMichael of McMichael & Company, Jeff Novak of Novak Brothers, and Chief Financial Officer Micki Rundell at City of Georgetown addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a First Amended Tax Increment Financing Agreement with the City of Georgetown regarding the Rivery Park Reinvestment Zone Number 072110 with the clarification that the County would have the option to utilize all or a portion of the convention/conference center up to two (2) events not to exceed three (3) days each in each calendar year.
 
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:
  Rivery Park Amended TIRZ Agreement
 
             
26. Discuss and consider approving the Williamson County Auditor's Office to conduct and report on the financial status of ESD #10, and to charge the ESD approximately $1,000 for costs incurred as required by the Health and Safety Code 775.082.
  First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.

The Court will send a letter to the Emergency Services District #10, regarding Williamson County Auditor's services, to encourage ESD #10 to hire outside auditors.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the Williamson County Auditor's Office to conduct and report on the financial status of Emergency Services District #10, and to charge the Emergency Services District approximately $1,000.00 for costs incurred as required by the Health and Safety Code 775.082.
 
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
             
27. Hear update on Medicaid 1115 Waiver, discuss and take appropriate action if needed.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
28. Discuss and take action on the 2011 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR).
  County Auditor David Flores, Kevin Sanford of Weaver and Tidwell, and Senior Director of Human Resources Lisa Zirkle addressed the Court.
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To acknowledge the 2011 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:
  SAS 115
  2011 CAFR
  2011 PAFR
 
             
29. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for Victim's Assistance 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 for Victim's Assistance Donations:
0100-0000-367400 Donations $12.00
 
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
             
30. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge use of Victim's Assistance 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 use of Victim's Assistance Donations:
0100-0560-003671 V. A. Donations $12.00
 
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. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for Park Donations:
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment for Park Donations:
0100-0000-367403 Park Donations $1,880.30
 
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. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge use of Park Donations:
  Motion by Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge use of Park Donations:
0100-0510-003670 Use of Donations $1,880.30
 
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 A ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:50 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2012.
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:52 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2012.
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:53 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2012.
             
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 right-of-way for US 183 Extension from 1,000 feet South of San Gabriel to 1,000 feet North of SH 29.
c) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for O'Connor Boulevard and 620 projects.
d) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Blvd. Phase II project from FM 3405 to Reagan Blvd.
e) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Blvd. Phase III and Phase IV.
f) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 project.
g) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along Lakeline extension.
h) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along CR 170.
i) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along CR 351.
  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. 1:10-CV-869-LY; Heather Clark, David Claxton & David M. Compton v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Case No. A11CA403 SS; Ruben Yzquierdo v. Williamson County and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
f) Case No. A11CA 300LY; Michelle Sheffield v. John Doe I, Individually and in his Official Capacity, Williamson County and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division;
g) Civil Action No. 11-278; Will Aguilar v. Williamson County, Texas; Daniel Robertson, and Michael Baxter; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
h) Employment related matters.
i) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
j) Civil Action No. 1:11-cv-907, Sarah Doe et al. v. Jerald Neveleff et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
k) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
l) Legal matters regarding the Williamson County Justice Center Parking Garage
m ) Civil Action No. A12CV0062LY; Kevin Jones v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
n) Civil Action No. 1:12-CV-190-LY; Steven Hester v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 1:02 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2012.
             
35. Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
36. Discuss and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters, including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County.
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Cause No. 06-453-C277; Kerry Heckman et al. v. Williamson County, et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th Judicial District
d) Civil Action No. 1:10-CV-869-LY; Heather Clark, David Claxton & David M. Compton v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Case No. A11CA403 SS; Ruben Yzquierdo v. Williamson County and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
f) Case No. A11CA 300LY; Michelle Sheffield v. John Doe I, Individually and in his Official Capacity, Williamson County and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division;
g) Civil Action No. 11-278; Will Aguilar v. Williamson County, Texas; Daniel Robertson, and Michael Baxter; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
h) Employment related matters.
i) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
j) Civil Action No. 1:11-cv-907, Sarah Doe et al. v. Jerald Neveleff et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
k) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
l) Legal matters regarding the Williamson County Justice Center Parking Garage
m ) Civil Action No. A12CV0062LY; Kevin Jones v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
n) Civil Action No. 1:12-CV-190-LY; Steven Hester v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
37. Pre-Recommendation Budget Hearings
  The following persons addressed the Court:
Director of Veteran Services Donna Harrell
EMS Hazardous Materials Manager Marty Herrin
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
Senior Director of Technology Services Jay Schade
Director of Emergency Medical Services Kenny Schnell
County Court at Law #4 Judge John McMaster
Director of Mobile Outreach Team Annie Burwell
Assistant County Attorney Dee Hobbs
Emergency Management Coordinator Jarred Thomas
Budget Officer Ashlie Blaylock
             
38. Comments from Commissioners.
  Commissioner Birkman asked that we keep the family of Alex Hernandez in our prayers.  Specialist Alex Hernandez III of Round Rock died in Afghanistan on May 12, 2012.

Commissioner Covey reminded everyone about the State Highway 29 Intersections at Park Place Drive and Jack Nicklaus Boulevard Left-Turn Lanes Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Friday, May 18, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., weather permitting.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 2:33 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2012.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 22nd day of May 2012.


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy


    

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