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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
MAY 19, 2015




STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:36 A.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2015, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
 
Present:
County Judge Dan A. Gattis  
 
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman  
 
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long  
 
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey  
 
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison  
 
County Clerk Nancy E. Rister  
Others Present:
Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners' Court
Carolyn Deibler, Deputy County Clerk
             
1. Review and approval of minutes.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the Minutes of the Regular Session of Commissioners' Court and the Special Session -  Budget Workshop of Commissioners' Court meetings on May 12, 2015.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  05.12.2015 CC Minutes
  05.12.2015 CC SS Budget
 
             
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
3.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
  Accounts Payable/Payroll Lead Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $1,452,195.87 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, and electronic benefit payments from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  05.19.2015 Electronic Payments
  05.19.2015 Funding Report
  05.19.2015 Quick Check Report
  05.19.2015 Wire Transfers
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
  There were no comments.
             
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 – 21 )
             
5. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Juvenile Services.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Juvenile Services:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0576-003003 Radio Equipment $2,000.00
From 0100-0576-003010 Computer Equipment $2,000.00
From 0100-0576-003307 Pharmaceuticals $5,000.00
From 0100-0576-004510 Facility Maintenance $1,000.00
To 0100-0576-004541 Vehicle Maintenance & Repairs $10,000.00
 
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, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Elections Office.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Elections Office:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0492-004210 Internet/Email Svs $2,000.00
To 0100-0492-004209 Cellular Phone/Pager $2,000.00

 
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. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Information Technology Services.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Information Technology Services:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non Dept/Contingencies $5,600.00
To 0100-0503-002030 IT/Insur $5,600.00
 
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
             
8. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on line item transfer for Wireless Communications.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Wireless Communications:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0587-004548 Radio Repairs & Maintenance $5,000.00
To 0100-0587-001110 Overtime $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
             
9. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Facilities.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0509-003105 Paper Supplies $5,000.00
To 0100-0509-004232 Training, Conf, Seminars $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
             
10. Acknowledge the Brushy Creek Marlins Swim Meet Parking Plan and Instructions for Sendero Springs Pool located adjacent to Sendero Springs Drive, Round Rock, Texas, as provided and approved by the Williamson County Engineer.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To acknowledge the Brushy Creek Marlins Swim Meet Parking Plan and Instructions for Sendero Springs Pool located adjacent to Sendero Springs Drive, Round Rock, Texas, as provided and approved by the Williamson County Engineer.
 
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:
  Parking Map and Instrutions
 
             
11. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, April 2015 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Crim. Proc. § 103.005.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve Justice of the Peace Precinct #4, April 2015 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 EOM APR 2015
 
             
12. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of April 2015 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve property tax collections for the month of April 2015 for the Williamson County 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:
  040115-043015 GWI-RFM Graph
  040115-043015 GWI-RFM
 
             
13. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of April 2015 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 for the month of April 2015 for the Williamson County 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:
  040115-043015 Refunds Over 2500
 
             
14. Receive and acknowledge Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Geotechnical Services between Terracon Consultants Inc. and Williamson County dated February 20, 2015 for Soil Borings at Chandler Creek and Rosebud Place, Round Rock, TX for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To acknowledge Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Geotechnical Services between Terracon Consultants Inc. and Williamson County dated February 20, 2015 for Soil Borings at Chandler Creek and Rosebud Place, Round Rock, Texas for Williamson County 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:
  Terracon Work Authorization 1 - Chandler Creek Borings
 
             
15. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (1) 2002 Ford Explorer, (1) 2007 Ford F150, (1) 2002 Ford F150, (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code §263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (1) 2002 Ford Explorer, (1) 2007 Ford F150, and (1) 2002 Ford F150, (complete list attached) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §263.152.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Vehicle Sale
 
             
16. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (1) shredder, (4) Optiplex, (2) 2 drawer filing cabinet, (1) 8ft table, (1) 6ft table, (2) wooden hutches, (3) wood credenzas, (5) chairs, (1) keyboard tray, (1) tape player, (2) speakers, (1) wireless keyboard & mouse, (1) laptop bag, (3) docking stations, (4) laptops, (1) telephone, (7) letter size file trays, (3) legal size file trays, (1) bookends, (2) wired mouse, (1) surge protector, (1) keyboard, 1(1) wireless mouse, (2) monitors, (1) coin counter, (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code §263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (1) shredder, (4) Optiplex, (2) 2 drawer filing cabinet, (1) 8 foot table, (1) 6 foot table, (2) wooden hutches, (3) wood credenzas, (5) chairs, (1) keyboard tray, (1) tape player, (2) speakers, (1) wireless keyboard & mouse, (1) laptop bag, (3) docking stations, (4) laptops, (1) telephone, (7) letter size file trays, (3) legal size file trays, (1) bookends, (2) wired mouse, (1) surge protector, (1) keyboard, (1) wireless mouse, (2) monitors, and (1) coin counter, (complete list attached) pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §263.152.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Asset Sale
 
             
17. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through destruction, including (34) Body Armor Plates, (4) Tasers, (complete list attached) pursuant to the Tex. Local Gov't Code §263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through destruction, including (34) Body Armor Plates and (4) Tasers, (complete list attached) pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code §263.152.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Asset Destruction
 
             
18. Consider approving the Investment Report for the Quarter ending March 31, 2015 which was approved by the Investment Committee on April 27, 2015.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the Investment Report for the Quarter ending March 31, 2015 which was approved by the Investment Committee on April 27, 2015.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Investment Committee
 
             
19. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an Intergovernmental Agreement designating the Williamson County Treasurer as the Certified Investment Officer for the Williamson County/Cities Health District.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve an Intergovernmental Agreement designating the Williamson County Treasurer as the Certified Investment Officer for the Williamson County/Cities Health District.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  WCCHD Investment Officer Agreement
 
             
20. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Siena Sec 26 Subdivision - Pct 4.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve final plat for the Siena Section 26 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 Sec 26
 
             
21. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Summerlyn South Section 4 Subdivision - Pct 2.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve final plat for the Summerlyn South Section 4 Subdivision - 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:
  Final Plat - Summerlyn South Sec 4
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
22. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the proclamation for Williamson County EMS proclaiming May 17-23, 2015 as Emergency Medical Services Week. 
  Director of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Kenny Schnell addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the Resolution for Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) declaring May 17-23, 2015 as Emergency Medical Services 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:
  Emergency Medical Services Week Resolution
 
             
23. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding recognizing the Williamson County Attorney’s office for being “the most praised discovery processes” in THE COST OF COMPLIANCE: A Look at the Fiscal Impact and Process Changes of the Michael Morton Act. 
  County Attorney Dee Hobbs and Chief Investigator Melissa Hightower addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
24. Receive and acknowledge the May 2015 Construction Summary Report for the Road Bond and Pass Through Financing Programs.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
  Attachments:
  May 2015 CSR
 
             
25. Discuss, consider 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.
             
26. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on Change Order No. 1, to contract number 14IFB00239, in the amount of $6,534.00 for fog sealing cul-de-sacs as part of the neighborhood street resurfacing program.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1, to contract number 14IFB00239, in the amount of $6,534.00 for fog sealing cul-de-sacs as part of the neighborhood street resurfacing 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:
  Alpha Paving Change Order 1
 
             
27. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Terry and Chancey Wells for ROW needed on CR 258. (PARCEL 2)
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Terry and Chancey Wells for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 258. (PARCEL 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:
  Wells Real Estate Contract for CR 258 ROW
 
             
28. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with the Barnett Group for ROW needed on CR 258. (PARCEL 30)
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with the Barnett Group for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 258. (PARCEL 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
  Attachments:
  Barnett Group Real Estate Contract for CR 258 ROW
 
             
29. Discuss and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Round Rock regarding construction, operation and maintenance of Arterial H.  
  Attorney Charlie Crossfield of Sheets and Crossfield addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Round Rock regarding construction, operation, and maintenance of Arterial H. 
 
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:
  Round Rock Interlocal Agreement for Arterial H
 
             
30. Discuss and take appropriate action on an Amended and Restated Roadway Participation Agreement with HMR Holdings regarding the design and construction of Arterial H.
  Attorney Charlie Crossfield of Sheets and Crossfield addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve an Amended and Restated Roadway Participation Agreement with HMR Holdings regarding the design and construction of Arterial H.
 
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:
  HMR Holdings Roadway Participation Agreement for Arterial H
 
             
31. Discuss and take appropriate action on an Agreement  with RMD Holdings, L.P. regarding the construction of Arterial H.  
  Attorney Charlie Crossfield of Sheets and Crossfield addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve an Agreement with RMD Holdings, L.P. regarding the construction of Arterial H. 
 
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:
  RMD Holdings LP Development Agreement for Arterial H
 
             
32. Discuss and take appropriate action on an Amended and Restate Agreement for Pass-Through Water and Wastewater Service with Vista Oaks MUD and the City of Round Rock regarding provision of water and wastewater service to Southwest Williamson County Regional Park.  
  Attorney Charlie Crossfield of Sheets and Crossfield addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To approve an Amended and Restated Agreement for Pass-Through Water and Wastewater Service with Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District (MUD) and the City of Round Rock regarding provision of water and wastewater service to Southwest Williamson County Regional Park. 
 
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:
  Vista Oaks MUD Pass-Through Water and Wastewater Service Agreement
 
             
33. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of agreements for vehicle reimbursements during off-duty work conducted by Sheriff's Office deputies with:
a.  Circuit of the Americas
b.  Celebration Church
  General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes, First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley, and Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve and acknowledge receipt of agreement for vehicle reimbursements during off-duty work conducted by Sheriff's Office deputies with Celebration Church.
 
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:
  Celebration Church Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement
 
             
34. Discuss and take appropriate action on the FY15 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding recommendation.
  Communications Development Coordinator Sally Bardwell addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2015 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding recommendation.
 
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:
  FY15 CDBG Recommendations
 
             
35. Discuss and approve Equipment Rental Agreement from Miller BluePrint on wide format copier for County Clerk.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve Equipment Rental Agreement from Miller BluePrint on wide format copier for County Clerk.
 
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:
  Agreement
 
             
36. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for lease of Belford Square, 306 W 7th St., Ste. 102, Georgetown, TX 78626, RFP# 15RFP130.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive proposals for lease of Belford Square, 306 West 7th Street, Suite 102, Georgetown, Texas 78626, Request for Proposal (RFP) #15RFP130.
 
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:
  Belford Square RFP
 
             
37. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for Limestone Rock Asphalt, Bid# 15IFB123 and acknowledge that no bids were received in relation to IFB#15IFB117.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for Limestone Rock Asphalt, Bid #15IFB123 and acknowledge that no bids were received in relation to Invitation for Bid (IFB) #15IFB117.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Limeston Rock Bid
 
             
38. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on rejecting proposals received for RFP#15RFP123, Hosted Solution Service – Web Based Benefit Enrollment System, and authorizing Purchasing Agent to re-advertise and receive proposals for same under new RFP#15RFP131.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To reject proposals received for Request for Proposal (RFP) #15RFP123, Hosted Solution Service – Web Based Benefit Enrollment System, and authorize Purchasing Agent to re-advertise and receive proposals for same under new RFP #15RFP131.
 
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:
  RFP
 
             
39. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on determining the Construction-Manager-at-Risk construction delivery method as the method that provides the best value for Williamson County in relation to construction of the Williamson County North Campus Facilities; and authorize the Williamson County Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive qualifications for RFQ#15IFB108, Construction-Manager-at-Risk for Williamson County North Campus Facilities.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh, 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: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Motion: To determine the Construction-Manager-at-Risk construction delivery method as the method that provides the best value for Williamson County in relation to construction of the Williamson County North Campus Facilities; and authorize the Williamson County Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive qualifications for Request for Qualifications (RFQ) #15IFB108, Construction-Manager-at-Risk for Williamson County North Campus Facilities.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Nay: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Attachments:
  Request for Qualifications
 
             
40. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on determining the Construction-Manager-at-Risk construction delivery method as the method that provides the best value for Williamson County in relation to construction of the Williamson County Georgetown Annex; and authorize the Williamson County Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive qualifications for RFQ#15IFB109, Construction-Manager-at-Risk for Williamson County Georgetown Annex.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh, 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: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Motion: To determine the Construction-Manager-at-Risk construction delivery method as the method that provides the best value for Williamson County in relation to construction of the Williamson County Georgetown Annex; and authorize the Williamson County Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive qualifications for Request for Qualifications (RFQ) #15IFB109, Construction-Manager-at-Risk for Williamson County Georgetown Annex.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Nay: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Attachments:
  Request for Qualifications
 
             
41. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on determining the Construction-Manager-at-Risk construction delivery method as the method that provides the best value for Williamson County in relation to construction of the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center; and authorize the Williamson County Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive qualifications for RFQ#15IFB110, Construction-Manager-at-Risk for Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh, 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: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Motion: To determine the Construction-Manager-at-Risk construction delivery method as the method that provides the best value for Williamson County in relation to construction of the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center; and authorize the Williamson County Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive qualifications for Request for Qualifications (RFQ) #15IFB110, Construction-Manager-at-Risk for Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Nay: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Attachments:
  Request for Qualifications
 
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO A ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:47 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2015.
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:48 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2015.
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:48 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2015.
             
42. Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087:
a) Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
b) Discuss Pearson Road District.
c) Discuss North Woods Road District.
d) Discuss Kaufman Loop.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
43. Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)
1. Proposed or potential purchase or lease of property by the County:
a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for SH 195 0.805 South of Bell County Line to IH 35.
b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 project.
c) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for future parkland.
d) Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
e) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Limmer Loop
f) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Inner Loop
g) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Neenah Blvd.
h) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Landfill properties (Chandler Rd.)
i) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 119
j) Discuss the acquisition of real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
k) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County facilities
l) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 258
m) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Kruger land swap
n) Discuss the roadways within the Somerset Road District #2.
o) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Southwest Seward Junction Loop
p) Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests on CR 240.
q) Discuss the License Agreement for property on CR 107 & CR 118

2. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
a) Discuss County owned real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
b) Discuss proposed sale of real estate on Inner Loop
c) Discuss proposed trade of real estate adjacent to Chandler Rd. and CR 130
d) Discuss proposed sale of real estate on CR 107 & CR 118
e) Discuss proposed exchange of property with BCMUD along Great Oaks Drive.
f) Discuss proposed exchange of property with Mr. Kruger
g) Discuss proposed deeds without warranty for Old Lakeway Dr. ROW

3. Discuss the agreements regarding the maintenance, construction and servicing agreements for Arterial H.  
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
44. Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.071 consultation with attorney.), including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Cause No. 06-453-C277; Kerry Heckman et al. v. Williamson County, et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th Judicial District
d) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al., In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Cause No. 13-0090-C26, Mathews v. Williamson County, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 26th Judicial District.
f) Employee/personnel related matters
g) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
h) Civil Action No. 1:11-cv-907, Sarah Doe et al. v. Jerald Neveleff et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
i) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
j) American Arbitration Association # 70 110 Y 00385 13; Williamson County, Texas v. Faulkner USA, Inc.
k) Cause No. 12-0721-C277; W. Paul Reed et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas; 277th District Court
l) Cause No. 1:12-CV-011222LY; Lance Brown v. Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff James Wilson and Shawn Wilson in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
m) Cause No. 15-0255-C26; Ranger Excavating, LP v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
n) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al., In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
o) Cause No. D-1-GN-14-003420; John Wesley Staten v. State Of Texas, et al.; In The District Court Of Travis County, Texas;
p) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters;
q) Platting requirements/violations relating to Norma Kenimar Snow/Hillside Nursery, Inc. Conveyance – Warranty Deed with Vendor’s Lien filed under Document No. 2014056160, Official Records, Williamson County, Texas/Snow Woods Subdivision
r) Cause No. D-1-GN-15-000875, Houston v. Bank of America et al., In The District Court of Travis County, Texas, 345th Judicial District
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
45. Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors, employees and/or positions, including but not limited to conducting deliberation and discussion pertaining to annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters).
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 1:38 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2015.
             
46. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding economic development.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
47. Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
48. Discuss and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters, including the following:
a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Cause No. 06-453-C277; Kerry Heckman et al. v. Williamson County, et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th Judicial District
d) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al., In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
e) Cause No. 13-0090-C26, Mathews v. Williamson County, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 26th Judicial District.
f) Employee/personnel related matters
g) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
h) Civil Action No. 1:11-cv-907, Sarah Doe et al. v. Jerald Neveleff et al., In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
i) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
j) American Arbitration Association # 70 110 Y 00385 13; Williamson County, Texas v. Faulkner USA, Inc.
k) Cause No. 12-0721-C277; W. Paul Reed et al. v. Williamson County et al.; In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas; 277th District Court
l) Cause No. 1:12-CV-011222LY; Lance Brown v. Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff James Wilson and Shawn Wilson in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
m) Cause No. 15-0255-C26; Ranger Excavating, LP v. Williamson County, Texas; In the 26th Judicial District Court of Williamson County, Texas
n) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al., In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District
o) Cause No. D-1-GN-14-003420; John Wesley Staten v. State Of Texas, et al.; In The District Court Of Travis County, Texas;
p) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters;
q) Platting requirements/violations relating to Norma Kenimar Snow/Hillside Nursery, Inc. Conveyance – Warranty Deed with Vendor’s Lien filed under Document No. 2014056160, Official Records, Williamson County, Texas/Snow Woods Subdivision
r) Cause No. D-1-GN-15-000875, Houston v. Bank of America et al., In The District Court of Travis County, Texas, 345th Judicial District
  No action was taken on this item.
             
49. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors or employees, including but not limited to any necessary action pertaining to conducting annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
50. Comments from Commissioners.
 

Commissioner Covey announced that Rachel Arnold got her Masters from Texas State University in San Marcos.

COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 1:39 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2015.
 
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 26th day of May 2015.


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy



    

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