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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
MAY 13, 2014


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:41 A.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 13, 2014, 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 Regular Session of Commissioners' Court meeting on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 and the Special Session of Commissioners' Court meeting on Monday, May 12, 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:
  05.06.2014 CC Minutes
  05.12.2014 CC SS Benefits
 
             
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 Manager Karen Knightstep 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 $1,441,494.22 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:
  05.13.2014 Funding Report
  05.13.2014 Quick Check Report
  05.13.2014 Wire Transfers
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
 

Elections Administrator Jason Barnett 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 – 10)
             
5. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for EMS. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Medical Services; with a correction of the "From" account number and description from 0100-0409-004998 Non-Dept/Contingencies to 0100-0540-005700 EMS/Vehicles:
 
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-005700 EMS/Vehicles $998.00
To 0100-0540-004415 EMS/ Vehicle Deductible $998.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
6. Discuss and consider approving line item transfer for County Jail.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Jail:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0570-001100 F/T Salaries $325,000.00
To 0100-0570-001110 Overtime $325,000.00
 
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. Consider approving Justice of the Peace 4, April 2014 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 

Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct #4 April 2014 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005.

 
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:
  JP4 APRIL 2014 EOM REPORT
 
             
8. Consider approving the Treasurer's Report on the Williamson County Finances for March 2014.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the Treasurer's Report on the Williamson County Finances for March 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:
  March 2014 Treasurers Report on Williamson County Finances
 
             
9. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in (complete list attached).
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the transfer of various county assets through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in (complete list attached).
 
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 Forms
 
             
10. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of final plat for the Siena Ph 1 Sec 21 subdivision - Pct 4.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the final plat for Siena Phase 1 Section 21 subdivision - Precinct #4.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Final Plat - Siena Ph 1 Sec 21
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
11. Hear presentation on and recognize Eagle Scout Connor Crowe for receiving the Texas Environmental Excellence Award from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
  Director of Environmental Programs for Parks Department Gary Boyd and Eagle Scout Connor Crowe addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
12. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclamation declaring May 12 through 16, 2014 National Salvation Army Week.
  Director of the Williamson County Serving Center for the Salvation Army Laura Spradlin, Lieutenant Colonel Doris Gonzales of the Salvation Army, and Communications and Community Relations Director of the Salvation Army Jan Gunter addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare May 12 - 15, 2014 as National Salvation Army 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:
  National Salvation Army Week Proclamation
 
             
13. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on mental health awareness resolution and consider naming May, 2014 as "Mental Health Awareness Month".
  Executive Director Andrea Richardson of Bluebonnet Trails Community Services 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 mental health awareness resolution naming May 2014 as "Mental Health Awareness Month".
 
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:
  Mental Health Awareness Month Resolution
  MH Wellness Suggestions
 
             
14. Discuss and take appropriate action on approving a resolution proclaiming May 2014 as National Preservation Month in Williamson County.
  Executive Director for Williamson County Historical Museum Mickie Ross addressed the Court.
  Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Resolution proclaiming May 2014 as National Preservation Month in Williamson County.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  National Preservation Month Resolution
 
             
15. To discuss and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
16. Consider approving Change Order No. 6 in the amount of $72,800.00 for IH 35 Northbound Frontage Road, a Pass Through Financing project in Precinct Three.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve Change Order No. 6 in the amount of $72,800.00 for Interstate Highway 35 Northbound Frontage Road, 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:
  Change Order 6 for IH 35 Northbound Frontage Road
 
             
17. Consider approving Change Order No. 7 in the amount of $58,193.51 for IH 35 Northbound Frontage Road, a Pass Through Financing project in Precinct Three.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve Change Order No. 7 in the amount of $58,193.51 for Interstate Highway 35 Northbound Frontage Road, 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:
  Change Order 7 for IH 35 Northbound Frontage Road
 
             
18. Consider approving Change Order No. 20 in the amount of $11,660.78 for Second Street Roadway Improvements, a Road Bond project in Precinct Four.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve Change Order No. 20 in the amount of $11,660.78 for Second Street Roadway Improvements, 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 20 for Second Street Roadway Improvements
 
             
19. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreement for Engineering Services between Williamson County and Prime Strategies, Inc. whereby Prime Strategies, Inc. will serve as Williamson County’s General Engineering Consultant (GEC) in relation to Program Management, Planning and Design Services for projects under the 2013 Williamson County Road Bond Program.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh 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 an Agreement for Engineering Services between Williamson County and Prime Strategies, Inc. whereby Prime Strategies, Inc. will serve as Williamson County’s General Engineering Consultant (GEC) in relation to Program Management, Planning and Design Services for projects under the 2013 Williamson County Road Bond Program.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Prime Strategies Annual Fiscal Year Work Authorization
  Prime Strategies Contract for Engineering Services
 
             
20. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Agreement for Engineering Services between Williamson County and HNTB Corporation whereby HNTB Corporation will serve as Williamson County’s General Engineering Consultant (GEC) in relation to Construction Management and Inspection Services for projects under the 2013 Williamson County Road Bond Program.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh 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 an Agreement for Engineering Services between Williamson County and HNTB Corporation whereby HNTB Corporation will serve as Williamson County’s General Engineering Consultant (GEC) in relation to Construction Management and Inspection Services for projects under the 2013 Williamson County Road Bond Program.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  HNTB Contract for Engineering Services
 
             
21. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action to approve Addendum to the Electrical Services Contract (Bid # 13IFB00102) between Williamson County and Facilities Solutions Group, Inc. (“FSG”) for Park Lighting Upgrade Project at Southwest Regional Park (estimated costs of $115,752).
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute an Addendum to the Electrical Services Contract (Bid #13IFB00102) between Williamson County and Facilities Solutions Group, Inc. (“FSG”) for Park Lighting Upgrade Project at Southwest Regional Park (estimated costs of $115,752).
 
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:
  Facililties Solutions Group Addendum to Electrical Services Contract
  Exhibit B
 
             
22. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing 2006 CO Bond transfer request of $430,000.00 to Courthouse Repointing Project (P402) from Emergency Services Operation Center (P136) $387,976.00 and $42,024.00 Hutto Annex (P138).
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize 2006 Certificate of Obligation (CO) Bond transfer request of $430,000.00 to Courthouse Repointing Project (P402) from Emergency Services Operation Center (P136) $387,976.00 and Hutto Annex (P138) $42,024.00.
 
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
             
23. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Letter Agreement with SWWC Utilities regarding cost sharing on CR 170.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Letter Agreement with SWWC Utilities, Inc. regarding cost sharing on County Road (CR) 170.
 
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:
  SWWC Utilities Letter Agreement
 
             
24. Consider authorizing the court to execute a Transfer of Right of Way to the State of Texas for the parcels acquired by Williamson County for the Hwy 79 Section 3 Project, and take other appropriate action.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Transfer of Right of Way to the State of Texas for the parcels acquired by Williamson County for the U.S. Highway 79 Section 3 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:
  US 79 Transfer of Right of Way
 
             
25. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Williamson County Vendor Reimbursement Policy.
  General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

Motion: To approve the Williamson County Vendor Reimbursement Policy.

 
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:
  Vendor Reimburse Policy
 
             
26. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the extension of contract #10WC908 Audit and other Accounting Services with Weaver and Tidwell, LLP through May 31, 2015 with approved changes by Auditor’s office.
  First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the extension of contract #10WC908 Audit and other Accounting Services with Weaver and Tidwell, LLP through May 31, 2015; with approved changes by Auditor’s Office.
 
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:
  Weaver and Tidwell Contract Extension
 
             
27. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding Bid #14IFB00231 for Flexible Base for Williamson County Road and Bridge to the lowest and best bidders meeting specifications: Industrial Asphalt & Aggregate and Superior Crushed Stone (complete list attached).
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To award Bid #14IFB00231 for Flexible Base for Williamson County Road and Bridge to the lowest and best bidders meeting specifications: Industrial Asphalt & Aggregate and Superior Crushed Stone (complete list attached).
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Bid Tab Flex Base
  Industrial Asphalt Submittal
  Superior Crushed Stone submittal
 
             
28. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Consulting Services Agreement between Williamson County and Gruene Technology Group LLC for Microsoft Office 365/Sharepoint online project as per DIR contract DIR-SDD-2116.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a Consulting Services Agreement between Williamson County and Gruene Technology Group LLC for Microsoft Office 365/Sharepoint online project as per DIR contract DIR-SDD-2116.
 
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:
  Gruene Consulting Agreement
 
             
29. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing advertising and setting date of June 10, 2014 at 3:30PM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for Tiger Trail Storm Drain Construction, IFB#14IFB00227 for Road and Bridge.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set the date of June 10, 2014 at 3:30 PM in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for Tiger Trail Storm Drain Construction, Invitation for Bid (IFB) #14IFB00227 for Road and 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:
  bid packageTiger Trail
 
             
30. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Sheriff's Office Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

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 Sheriff's Office Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-367400 Donations $2,441.00

 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
31. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Sheriff's Office Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
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 Sheriff's Office Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0560-003671 V. A. Donations $2,441.00
 
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
             
32. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Park Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
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 Park Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-367403 Park Donations $6,555.00
 
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
             
33. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Park Donations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 

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 Park Donations:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0510-003670 Use of Donations $6,555.00

 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:35 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 13, 2014.
             
34. 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.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
35. Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)
1. Proposed or potential purchase or lease of property by the County:
a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for SH 195 0.805 South of Bell County Line to IH 35.
b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for US 183 Extension from 1,000 feet South of San Gabriel to 1,000 feet North of SH 29.
c) Discuss proposed amendment to TCE on SH 45/O’Connor Blvd.
d) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Blvd.
e) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 Seward Junction Loop project.
f) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along CR 170.
g) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for future parkland in Precinct 2. 
h) Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
i) Discuss CR 170 overflow pipe facility cost sharing agreement.
j) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Alcoa. 180.243 acres

2. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
a) Discuss a transfer of ROW to the State of Texas for Hwy 79 Section 3.
b) Discuss County owned real estate adjacent to and near RM 2338 at Booty's Crossing.
c) Discuss County owned real estate on CR 258
d) Discuss proposed acquisition of land for County Parks.
e) Discuss proposed acquisition of 89.476 acres by Georgetown Inner Loop.
f) Discuss proposed sale of 98 acre tract abutting Blue Springs Blvd.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
36. Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.071 consultation with attorney.), including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Cause No. 06-453-C277; Kerry Heckman et al. v. Williamson County, et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th Judicial District
d) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al., In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Cause No. 13-0090-C26, Mathews v. Williamson County, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 26th Judicial District.
f) Employment related matters.
g) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
h) Civil Action No. 1:11-cv-907, Sarah Doe et al. v. Jerald Neveleff et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
i) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
j) American Arbitration Association # 70 110 Y 00385 13; Williamson County, Texas v. Faulkner USA, Inc.
k) Cause No. 12-0721-C277; W. Paul Reed et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas; 277th District Court
l) Cause No. 13-0748-C368; Williamson County v. Parsons Environment & Infrastructure Group Inc. et al. in the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
m) Cause No. 1:12-CV-011222LY; Lance Brown v. Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff James Wilson and Shawn Wilson in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
n) James Windom and Jane Windom v. Williamson County, Texas: Cause #13-0398-C368 in the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:29 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 13, 2014.
             
37. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding economic development.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
38. Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
39. Discuss and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters, including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Cause No. 06-453-C277; Kerry Heckman et al. v. Williamson County, et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th Judicial District
d) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al., In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Cause No. 13-0090-C26, Mathews v. Williamson County, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 26th Judicial District.
f) Employment related matters.
g) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
h) Civil Action No. 1:11-cv-907, Sarah Doe et al. v. Jerald Neveleff et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
i) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
j) American Arbitration Association # 70 110 Y 00385 13; Williamson County, Texas v. Faulkner USA, Inc.
k) Cause No. 12-0721-C277; W. Paul Reed et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas; 277th District Court
l) Cause No. 13-0748-C368; Williamson County v. Parsons Environment & Infrastructure Group Inc. et al. in the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
m) Cause No. 1:12-CV-011222LY; Lance Brown v. Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff James Wilson and Shawn Wilson in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
n) James Windom and Jane Windom v. Williamson County, Texas: Cause #13-0398-C368 in the 368th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
  No action was taken on this item.
             
40. Comments from Commissioners.
  There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:30 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 13, 2014.
 
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 20th day of May 2014.


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy


    

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