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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
MAY 26, 2015




STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:37 A.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 26, 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 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the Minutes of the May 19, 2015 meeting.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  05.19.2015 CC Minutes
 
             
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
3.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
  Accounts Payable/Payroll Lead Nathan Zinsmeyer addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $1,386,090.81 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:
  05.26.2015 Electronic Payments
  05.26.2015 Funding Report
  05.26.2015 Quick Check Report
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
  Emergency Management Coordinator Jarred Thomas and Boyd Henry of Austin addressed the Court. 
             
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. ( Items 5 – 16 )
             
5. To discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Constable Precinct 4.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Constable Precinct #4; with a correction of the "From" account number from 003004 to 0100-0554-003004 and the "To" account number from 003005 to 0100-0554-003005:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0554-003004 Ammunition $920.00
To 0100-0554-003005 Office Furniture $920.00
 
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 transfer for Road and Bridge. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a line transfer for Road and Bridge; with a correction of the "From" account number from 0200-0210-05740 to 0200-0210-005711 and the "To" account number from 0200-0210-04160 to 0200-0210-004160:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005711 Heavy Equipment > $5,000 $100,000.00
To 0200-0210-004160 Lab Fees $100,000.00
 
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, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Road and Bridge Division.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Road and Bridge; with a correction of the "From" account number from 0100-0215-005741 to 0200-0210-005741:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-005741 Computer Software > $5,000 $17,600.00
To 0200-0210-003011 Computer Software < $5,000 $17,000.00
To 0200-0210-003005 Office Furniture < $5,000 $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. To discuss and consider confirming the appointment of Hoby Rex Smith as Deputy Constable for Precinct 1.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To appoint Hoby Rex Smith as Deputy Constable Precinct #1.
 
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 appointing William Molidor to serve as Assistant Veteran Service Officers for Williamson County Veteran Services.
  Director of Veterans Services Donna Harrell addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To appoint William Molidor to serve as Assistant Veterans Services Officer for Williamson County Veterans Services.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
10. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of (1) 2006 Ford F250 RCAB through auction pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code §263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of (1) 2006 Ford F250 RCAB through auction, 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
 
             
11. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-department transfer, including (1) Projector Screen, (complete list attached), pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code §263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through inter-department transfer, including (1) Projector Screen (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 Inter-Department Transfer
 
             
12. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (24) Various Computers, (1) Misc computer Accessories, (1) Polaroid camera, (1) side table, (1) VCR/DVD Player, (5) Monitor, (4) Computer Speakers, (9) Chairs, (2) Mouse (complete list attached), pursuant to Tex Local Gov't Code §263.152.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (24) various computers, (1) miscellaneous computer accessories, (1) Polaroid camera, (1) side table, (1) VCR/DVD Player, (5) monitors, (4) computer speakers, (9) chairs, (2) mouse (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
 
             
13. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the County Judge to sign a Certificate of the Judge of Williamson County, Texas with respect to the issuance by the City of Houston Higher Education Finance Corporation of its Education Revenue Bonds in accordance with the requirements of Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.  
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to sign a Certificate of the Judge of Williamson County, Texas with respect to the issuance by the City of Houston Higher Education Finance Corporation of its Education Revenue Bonds in accordance with the requirements of Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. 
 
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:
  Co Judge Certif
  Bond Counsel Letter
 
             
14. Receive and acknowledge Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between PaveTex Engineering and Testing, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 10, 2015 for Geotechnical and Lab Testing Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To acknowledge Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between PaveTex Engineering and Testing, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 10, 2015 for Geotechnical and Lab Testing Services 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:
  PaveTex Work Authorization 1 for Limmer Loop
 
             
15. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Paloma Lake Section 23A Subdivision - Pct 4.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve final plat for the Paloma Lake Section 23A 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 - Paloma Lake Sec 23A
 
             
16. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the revised preliminary plat for the Highlands at Mayfield Ranch Subdivision - Pct 3.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve revised preliminary plat for the Highlands at Mayfield Ranch 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:
  Revised Prelim Plat - Highlands at Mayfield Ranch
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
17. Recognition of Williamson County EMS retiring staff member for their dedication to public safety. 
  Director of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Kenny Schnell, Senior Director of Emergency Services John Sneed, and Retiring Deputy Director of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Joe Granberry addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
18. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Williamson County Crisis Intervention Team being selected as the recipient of the 2015 National Criminal Justice Association Outstanding Criminal Justice Program Award for the Western Region.
  Kathy Pierce, Executive Assistant to Commissioner of Precinct #2 and County Sheriff James R. Wilson addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To acknowledge the Williamson County Crisis Intervention Team being selected as the recipient of the 2015 National Criminal Justice Association Outstanding Criminal Justice Program Award for the Western Region.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
19. Discuss and take appropriate action to recognize Assistant County Attorney, David Brown and Assistant County Attorney, Ryan Palmquist who have each been honored  by the Williamson County Bar Association as “Young Lawyer of the Year”.  David Brown received this honor in 2014 and Ryan Palmquist received this honor in 2015.
 

This item was pulled from the Agenda.

             
20. Hear presentation from Dan Wegmiller, Financial Advisor, of Specialized Public Finance regarding the results of the bond sales.
  Financial Advisor Dan Wegmiller of Specialized Public Finance Inc. (SPFI) addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item. 
             
21. Consideration and action with respect to "Order Authorizing the Remarketing of Williamson County, Texas Limited Tax Park Bonds, Series 2014; Delegating to the Pricing Officer the Authority to Approve the Remarketing of the Bonds Including Approving a Remarketing Agent, a Remarketing Agreement, a Tender Agent Agreement and a Reoffering Memorandum and Establishing Certain Parameters for the Approval of Such Matters."
  Financial Advisor Dan Wegmiller of Specialized Public Finance addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve Order Authorizing the Remarketing of Williamson County, Texas Limited Tax Park Bonds, Series 2014; Delegating to the Pricing Officer the Authority to Approve the Remarketing of the Bonds Including Approving a Remarketing Agent, a Remarketing Agreement, a Tender Agent Agreement and a Reoffering Memorandum and Establishing Certain Parameters for the Approval of Such Matters.
 
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:
  Certificate for Resolution
  Order Authorizing Remarketing of Limited Tax Park Bonds
 
             
22. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh informed the Court that there were over 80 road closures on Monday, June 25, 2015; County Road (CR) 118, CR 105, CR 106, CR 198, CR 405 and Limmer Loop are now closed because they are impassable or damaged; and approximately 25-30 roads are being assessed for damage. No action was taken on this item.
             
23. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Change Order No 1 in the amount of -$5,476.08 for Lakeline Blvd Phase 2, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Precinct 2.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve Change Order No 1 in the amount of -$5,476.08 for Lakeline Boulevard Phase 2, 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 Lakeline Boulevard Phase 2
 
             
24. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on setting budget allocations for projects on the 2015 Certificate of Obligations.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To set budget allocations on the 2015 Certificates of Obligation for $2,000,000.00 each for three new construction projects (North Campus, Georgetown Annex, and Sheriff's Office Training Facility) for architecture planning and development fees and $4,000,000.00 for purchase and repairs of the building on Texas Avenue in Round Rock, for a total amount of $10,000,000.00.
 
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
             
25. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with Karen and Howell Williams for ROW needed on CR 258. (PARCEL 27) 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Karen and Howell Williams for Right-of-Way (ROW) needed on County Road (CR) 258. (PARCEL 27)
 
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:
  Williams Real Estate Contract for CR 258 ROW
 
             
26. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Letter Agreement with John Starr Niendorff, Frank Starr Niendorff and Mary Jane Starr Niendorff Heinze regarding LUE rights on SH 29. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a Letter Agreement with John Starr Niendorff, Frank Starr Niendorff, and Mary Jane Starr Niendorff Heinze regarding Living Unit Equivalent (LUE) rights on State Highway (SH) 29.
 
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:
  Niendorff Letter Agreement
 
             
27. Discuss and take appropriate action on setting a date, time and place for award of a contract regarding the exchange of real property owned by Williamson County; to-wit, 59 acres located at 3901 CR 130 in Hutto, Texas. 
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To set Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at 10:00 A.M. in the Historic Courthouse to award a contract regarding the exchange of real property owned by Williamson County; to-wit, 59 acres located at 3901 County Road (CR) 130 in Hutto, Texas.
 
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
             
28. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Resolution for the LPAFA with TXDOT for an intersection study at SH 29 and CR 200.  
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a Resolution for the Local Project Advance Funding Agreement (LPAFA) with Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) for an intersection study at State Highway (SH) 29 and County Road (CR) 200. 
 
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:
  Resolution for Advance Funding Agreement for SH 29 at CR 200
 
             
29. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Local Transportation Project Advance Funding Agreement with TXDOT for an Intersection Study at SH 29 and CR 200.  
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a Local Transportation Project Advance Funding Agreement with Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) for an Intersection Study at State Highway (SH) 29 and County Road (CR) 200. 
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  TXDOT Advance Funding Agreement for SH 29 and CR 200
 
             
30. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving public services funding agreements for FY16.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve Public Services Funding Agreements for Fiscal Year (FY) 2016.
 
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:
  Bluebonnet Trails Community MHMR Adult and Juvenile Offenders Program
  Bluebonnet Trails Community MHMR
  CARTS
  Childrens Advocacy Center
  Hope Alliance
  WBCO Operating Expenses
  WBCO Senior Nutrition Program
  Contract Summary
 
             
31. Discuss and consider approving a salary grievance committee, including alternates.
  General Counsel to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve Michelle Lux, Kristyne Bollier, Richard Valdez, Rachel Austin, Gary Preston, Kathy Krause, Wesley Grisham, Debbie Chandeler, and Tim Brewer to serve as members of the Salary Grievance Committee and Sandra Robinson, William Scott Stribling, Michelle Carson, Fran Gage, Ty Gipson, Scott Jurk, Sevin Golden, Geoff Martin, Linda Kirkpatrick, Craig McCurdy, Nancy Kersten, Jack Phelps, Debbie Dawson, Tony Stephens, Eugene Buchhorn, Wally Sinwell, Jennifer McGowan, and Steve Tatro to serve as alternates if needed during the fiscal year 2015 budget process with regard to elected officials salaries; per Local Government Code 152.014.
 
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 10:59 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2015.
             
32. 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.
             
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 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 property exchange (3901 CR 130 Hutto, TX)
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 SH 29 and CR 200 Local Transportation Project Advance Funding Agreement with TXDOT for an intersection study. TxDOT has committed to providing $25,000 to fund the schematic design of intersection improvements at SH 29 and CR 200. Reimbursements will be received from TxDOT on a monthly basis 
  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.1:13- 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.
             
35. 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 11:42 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2015.
             
36. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding economic development.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
37. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding real estate.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
38. 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.
             
39. 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.
             
40. Comments from Commissioners.
 

Commissioner Long invited everyone to the Williamson County District Summit for the 1115 Waiver Project at 1:00 p.m. today at the Cedar Park Recreation Center.

Commissioner Covey wished her mother a happy birthday and congratulated her son Josh who is valedictorian of his graduating class at East View High School, her son Zack on his graduation from Texas State, and her son Matt who is a third-year med student.

Commissioner Long updated everyone on the taxing entities protesting appraisals.

COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:46 A.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2015.
 
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 2nd day of June 2015.


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy



    

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