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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING 
JULY 20, 2010

             
STATE OF TEXAS )(

COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:44 A.M. on TUESDAY, JULY 20, 2010, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
Dan A. Gattis, County Judge  
 
Cynthia Long, Commissioner Precinct 2  
 
Valerie Covey, Commissioner Precinct 3  
 
Ron Morrison, Commissioner Precinct 4  
 
Nancy E. Rister, County Clerk  
Absent:
Lisa Birkman, Commissioner Precinct 1
Attendees:
Dale Rye, County Attorney General Counsel
Connie Singleton, Deputy County Clerk
             
1. Review and approval of minutes.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To approve the minutes of the last meeting.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  07-13-2010 CC Mins
 
             
2.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Unified System.
  No action was taken.
             
3. Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, and Wire Transfers submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
  Donna Baker Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,845,771.34 from computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County budget
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  07.20.2010 Funding Report
  Wire Transfer
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
 

The following addressed the Court:
Charles Carter of Georgetown
Brad Domitrovich of Georgetown
Jim Dillon of Liberty Hill

             
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the Court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
(Items 5 - 16)
             
5. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the District Attorney's office.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the District Attorney's office:
From 0100-0440-004932 Trial Expenses $557.50  
To 0100-0440-005758 Law Books $557.50  

 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
6. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Facilities.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Facilities:
From 0100-0509-003011 Computer Software <$5000 $1,200.00  
To 0100-0509-003010 Computer Equipment <$5000 $1,200.00  
From 0100-0509-004990 Solid Waste Mgmt/Recycling $5,000.00  
To 0100-0509-003301 Gasoline $5,000.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
7. To discuss and consider approving a budget line item transfer for the Juvenile Services Department.
  Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve a budget line item transfer for the Juvenile Services Department:
From 0100-0576-001107 Temporary Labor/Seasonal $15,000.00  
From 0100-0576-004102 Residential Services $30,000.00  
To 0100-0576-001110 Overtime $45,000.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
8. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for EMS.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Medical Services:
From 0100-0540-003101 Educational Aids/Matls/Supplies $4,533.66  
To 0100-0540-003010 Computer Equipment <$5000 $4,533.66
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Computer Quote
 
             
9. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the Sheriff's Office.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Sheriff's Office:
From 0100-0560-001100 Full-time Salaries $2,500.00  
To 0100-0560-001107 Temporary Labor $2,500.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
10. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Constables Precinct #1 and Precinct #2.
  First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Constables Precinct #1 and Precinct #2:
From 0100-0551-001110 Overtime, Const 1 $2,503.96  
To 0100-0551-001118 Extra Duty, Const 1 $2,503.96  
From 0100-0552-001110 Overtime, Const 2 $490.20  
To 0100-0552-001118 Extra Duty, Const 2 $490.20
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
11. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Williamson County Hazardous Materials Team.
  HAZMAT Coordinator for EMS Marty Herrin addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Williamson County Hazardous Materials Team:
From 0100-0542-004100 Professional Services $1,000.00  
From 0100-0542-003110 Other Supplies $1,000.00  
To 0100-0542-004510 Facility Repair/Maintenance $2,000.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Line Item Transfer Memo
 
             
12. Consider approving the Treasurer's Report on the Williamson County Finances for May 2010.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To accept the Treasurer's Report on the Williamson County Finances for May 2010.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  May 2010 Treasurers Report
 
             
13. Consider approving Justice of the Peace Pct. #4, June 2010 monthly report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005(b)
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve the Justice of the Peace Pct. #4, June 2010 monthly report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005(b)
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  EOM Report June 2010 JP4
 
             
14. Consider approving property tax refunds over $2,500 for the month of June 2010 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve  property tax refunds over $2,500 for the month of June 2010 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Court Refunds June 2010
 
             
15. Consider approving property tax collections for the month of June 2010 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve property tax collections for the month of June 2010 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  060110-063010 GWI-RFM
 
             
16. Consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the transfer of a surplus item through inter-office transfer to  auction/donation/destruction. (Complete list filed with official minutes)

  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To authorize the transfer of a surplus item through inter-office transfer to auction/donation/destruction.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Asset Transfer
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
17. Recognize Annie Burwell for receiving "Mental Health Worker of the Year" award at the 2010 Crisis International Crisis Intervention Conference in San Antonio.
  Senior Director of Emergency Services John Sneed and Director of Mobile Outreach Team Annie Burwell addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To recognize Annie Burwell for receiving "Mental Health Worker of the Year" award at the 2010 Crisis International Crisis Intervention Conference in San Antonio.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
18. Hear presentation and update from Betty Voights of CAPCOG (Capital Area Council of Governments).
             
19. Discuss and take appropriate action on continued participation in the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) Regional Emergency Notification System (ENS) for the period of October 1, 2010 through September 30, 2011.
 

Senior Director of Emergency Services John Sneed and Executive Director Capital Area Council of Governments Betty Voights addressed the Court.

  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To approve continued participation in the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) Regional Emergency Notification System (ENS) for the period of October 1, 2010 through September 30, 2011.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  CAPCOG Regional Emergency Notification System Agreement
 
             
20. At 10:27 A.M. Commissioners' Court recessed for:
Public Hearing for abolishment of the existing Pearson Place Road District.
At 10:28 A.M. Commissioners' Court reconvened.
             
21. Consideration and action with respect to the Order abolishing the existing Pearson Place Road District and ordering other matters incident and related to the abolishment of such road district.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve the Order abolishing the existing Pearson Place Road District and ordering other matters incident and related to the abolishment of such road district.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Certificate for Order
  Order Abolishing the Existing Pearson Place Road District
 
             
22. At 10:29 A.M. Commissioners' Court recessed for:
Public Hearing for establishing a new Pearson Place Road District.


Attorney Charlie Crossfield addressed the Court.

At 10:30 A.M. Commissioners' Court reconvened.
             
23. Consideration and action with respect to the Order creating and establishing a new Pearson Place Road District and ordering other matters incident and related to the creation and establishment of such road district.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve the Order creating and establishing a new Pearson Place Road District and ordering other matters incident and related to the creation and establishment of such road district.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Certificate of Order
  Order Creating and Establishing a New Pearson Place Road District
 
             
24. Consideration and action with respect to an Order establishing a Public Hearing on a petition calling a Bond Election for Pearson Place Road District.
  Jana Edwards Attorney with McCall, Parkhurst and Horton addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve an Order establishing a Public Hearing on August 10th for a Bond Election to be held on November 2nd for Pearson Place Road District.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Affidavit of Posting Notice
  Certificate for Order
  Order Establishing a Public Hearing on a Petition Calling a Bond Election for Pearson Place Road District
  Petition for Bond Election in Pearson Place Road District
 
             
25. Hear the July 2010 Construction Summary Report for Road Bond and Pass Through Financing Projects.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Attachments:
  2010-07-CSR
 
             
26. Consider and take appropriate action regarding a $77,000 Change Order for RGM Constructors regarding the Pond Springs Road Construction Contract.
 

Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.

  Motion By: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To approve a $77,000 Change Order for RGM Constructors regarding the Pond Springs Road Construction Contract.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
27. Consider and take appropriate action regarding the acquisition of the services of a landscape architect to assist with the Landfill Master Plan.
 

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 the acquisition of the services of a landscape architect to assist with the Landfill Master Plan.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
28. Consider and take appropriate action regarding a $95,000 Change Order to the Parsons Contract for Emergency Operation Center additional site study services.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
  Motion By: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve a $95,000 Change Order to the Parsons Contract for Emergency Operation Center additional site study services.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
29. Consider and take appropriate action regarding the transfer of Flood Plain Management Activities from the Williamson County and Cities Health District to the County Engineer's Office.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Executive Director for Williamson County & Cities Health District Dr. Chip Riggins addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve the transfer of Flood Plain Management Activities from the Williamson County and Cities Health District to the County Engineer's Office at the conclusion of this fiscal year.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
30. Consider authorizing the County Judge to execute a real estate contract with P.L. Lloyd a/k/a Phillip Lynn Lloyd for right-of-way needed on SH 195. (P120)
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a real estate contract with P.L. Lloyd a/k/a Phillip Lynn Lloyd for right-of-way needed on SH 195. (P120)
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Lloyd Real Estate Contract
 
             
31. Consider authorizing the County Judge to execute a real estate contract with Ashley P. Vaughn, IV for right-of-way needed on SH 195. (P217)
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a real estate contract with Ashley P. Vaughn, IV for right-of-way needed on SH 195. (P217)
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Vaughn Real Estate Contract for SH 195
 
             
32. Consider authorizing the County Judge to execute a real estate contract with Dorothy McMillan Andrews for right-of-way needed on Ronald Reagan Blvd. (Phase IV). (P18)
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a real estate contract with Dorothy McMillan Andrews for right-of-way needed on Ronald Reagan Blvd. (Phase IV). (P18)
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Andrews Real Estate Contract for Ronald Reagan Boulevard
 
             
33. Hear presentation on possible expansion of the Upper Payment Limit (UPL) program to include five county hospitals (Seton, St. David' of Georgetown and Round Rock, Cedar Park Regional and Scott & White).
  Shauna Lorenz of Gjerset & Lorenz LLP & Assistant Director of Williamson County and Cities Health District Bride Roberts addressed the Court.
  Attachments:
  Indigent Healthcare Program Proposal for Expanded Public Private Collaboration
  Williamson Public Private Collaborative
 
             
34. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding employee compensation options for FY 2011.
  No action was taken.
             
35. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding FY 2011 885 Fund Budget and Employer Contribution Rate and 11/1/10 Employee Contribution Rates.
  The following addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Human Resources Lisa Zirkle
Eric Smith of Smith and Associates
Human Resources Health Plan Specialist Suzanne Hays
Senior Director of Technology Services Jay Schade

No action was taken.
             
36. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding reorganization of the Unified Road System (URS) Department.
  The following addressed the Court:
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh
County Attorney Dale Rye
Rebecca Clemons Internal Auditor for County Judge
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
Senior Director of Human Resources Lisa Zirkle
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To approve the proposed reorganization of the Unified Road System (URS) Department as presented.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
37. Consider approving agreement with TMF Health Quality Institute for retrospective medical record review services for the County Indigent Health Care Program.
  Assistant Director of Williamson County and Cities Health District Bride Roberts addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To approve agreement with TMF (Texas Medical Foundation) Health Quality Institute for retrospective medical record review services for the County Indigent Health Care Program.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  TMF Health Quality Institute Agreement
 
             
38. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding an Education Affiliation Agreement with WCEMS for Emergency Management Training and Services.
  Director of EMS Kenny Schnell addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To approve an Education Affiliation Agreement with Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (WCEMS) for Emergency Management Training and Services.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  WCEMS Education Affiliation Agreement
 
             
39. Considering ordering a Local Option Election to legalize the sale of alcoholic beverages in the City of Georgetown, Texas.
  Director of GIS/Addressing Richard Semple and County Attorney Dale Rye addressed the Court.
  Motion By: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey Motion: To order a Local Option Election to legalize the sale of alcoholic beverages in the City of Georgetown, Texas on November 2nd.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Order for Local Option Election - City of Georgetown
 
             
40. Discuss and consider approving a contract for 2010-2011 with TXDFPS (Texas Department of Family & Protective Services).
 

The following addressed the Court:
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig 
Texas Department of Family & Protective Services Budget Analyst Stephen Borrego
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley

  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To approve a contract for 2010-2011 with TXDFPS (Texas Department of Family & Protective Services).
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Interlocal Agreement for Funding of DFPS Staff
  TSDFPS Letter
 
             
41. Discuss and consider approving methodology to calculate funds available to spend from the Tobacco Fund as well as a possible amendment to the budget order regarding Tobacco Fund policy.

  The following addressed the Court:
Budget Officer Ashlie Koenig
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley
  Motion By: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve the methodology to calculate funds available to spend from the Tobacco Fund and the amendment to the budget order regarding Tobacco Fund policy as presented.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
42. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding 2009/2010 agreement between Williamson County and ESD #1, Jollyville.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To approve an agreement between Williamson County and Emergency Service District (ESD) #1, Jollyville.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  ESD 1 Agreement
 
             
43. Discuss and take action on The Meadows at Chandler Creek Off Duty Officer agreement. 
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To approve The Meadows at Chandler Creek Off Duty Officer agreement.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  The Meadows at Chandler Creek MUD Interlocal Agreement
 
             
44. Discuss and take action on the Anderson Mill Limited District Off Duty Officer agreement.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To approve the Anderson Mill Limited District Off Duty Officer agreement.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Anderson Mill Off Duty Officer Agreement
 
             
45. Discuss and take appropriate action to approve the Radio Equipment Transfer of Title document between Williamson County and the City of Round Rock for IP console equipment acquired through a COPS funded Interoperable Communications Technology Program awarded on September 2, 2005 to the City of Austin.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To approve the Radio Equipment Transfer of Title document between Williamson County and the City of Round Rock for IP console equipment acquired through a Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) funded Interoperable Communications Technology Program awarded on September 2, 2005 to the City of Austin.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Radio Equipment Transfer of Title
 
             
46. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of August 10, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for management and maintenance for Williamson County Preserves, Bid #10WC820.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison Motion: To authorize advertising and set date of August 10, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. in the Purchasing Department to receive bids for management and maintenance for Williamson County Preserves, Bid #10WC820.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
47. Consider awarding bids received for Bid #10WC817, US79 Section 3 road construction project to the lowest and best bidder- J.D. Ramming Paving Co., LTD.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To award Bid #10WC817 for US79 Section 3 road construction project to J.D. Ramming Paving Co., LTD.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Bid Analysis
  HNTB Recommendation
  Klotz Recommendation
  Ramming Paving Bid
 
             
48. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues from the Attorney General's office for the purpose of SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) exams.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues from the Attorney General's office for the purpose of SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) exams:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount  
  0100-0000-370517 SA Medical Reimbursement $15,000.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
49. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues from the Attorney General's office for the purpose of SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) exams.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues from the Attorney General's office for the purpose of SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) exams:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount  
  0100-0440-004203 SA Medical Exams $15,000.00  
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO THE EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:22 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 20, 2010.
             
50. Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.0721 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 of lease of property by the County:

a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for RM 2338 Phase II.

b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for SH 195 0.805 south of Bell County Line to IH 35.

c) 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.

d) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for O'Connor Boulevard and 620 project.

e) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Blvd. Phase II project from FM 3405 to Reagan Blvd.

f) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Blvd. Phase III and Phase IV.

g) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 project.

h) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for US 79 Section 3 from east of Hutto to CR 402.

i) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for US 79 Section 5A from east of Taylor to Thrall.

j) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way on Haybarn Lane.

k) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way on CR 274/San Gabriel Parkway.

l) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along Lakeline extension.

m) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along Great Oaks extension.

n) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along SW By-Pass.

o) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along Pearson and Neenah.

p) Discuss proposed Avery Station Road District.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
51. 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.)

Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
and/or other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts (discussion and possible action)

a) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims
b) Employment related matters
c)  Emergency Service District issues - fire code enforcement 
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 1:51 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 20, 2010.
             
52. Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate.
 

No action was taken.

             
53. Discuss and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long Motion: To approve the County Judge's supervision and administration for County Court at Law #3, temporarily until that office is filled by an elected Judge for that position.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
54. Comments from Commissioners.
  There were no comments.

COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 3:07 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 20, 2010.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 27th day of July, 2010. 

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

By: Connie Singleton, Deputy


    

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