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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
JULY 12, 2011

             
STATE OF TEXAS )(

COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:34 A.M. on TUESDAY, JULY 12, 2011, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners' Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
Lisa Birkman, Commissioner Precinct 1  
 
Valerie Covey, Commissioner Precinct 3  
 
Ron Morrison, Commissioner Precinct 4  
 
Nancy E. Rister, County Clerk  
Absent:
Dan A. Gattis, County Judge
 
Cynthia Long, Commissioner Precinct 2
Attendees:
Hal Hawes, Legal Advisor Commissioner’s Court
Black Wehling, 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 June 28, 2011 meeting.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  06.28.2011 CC Minutes
 
             
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, Wire Transfers and Electronic Payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.

  Accounts Payable/Payroll Manager Donna Baker addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $5,456,358.38 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: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  07.05.2011 Funding Report
  Addendum
  07.12.2011 Funding Report
  Wire Transfers
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
  No one 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 – 25 )
             
5. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for all County Courts.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for all County Courts:
From 0100-0425-004999 Miscellaneous $216.40
To 0100-0425-004125 transcripts $216.40
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Agenda Item 5 Court Handout - Revision
 
             
6. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Human Resources.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Human Resources:
From 0100-0402-003901 Publications/Books/Periodicals $1,000.00
To 0100-0402-003803 Pre-Rabies Exposure $1,000.00
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
7. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Commissioner Pct One Office.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Commissioner Precinct 1 Office:
FROM 0100-0211-004231 TRAVEL $500.00
TO 0100-0211-004232 TRAINING, CONF., SEMINARS $500.00
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
8. To discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for 435 District Courts.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Account Number 435, District Courts:
From: 0100-0435-004010 Visiting Judges $800.00
To: 0100-0435-004933 Food for Jurors $800.00
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Agenda Item 8 Background Information
 
             
9. Please consider and approve a Line Item Transfer for the County Attorney's Office.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Attorney's Office:
From 0100-0475-004350 Printed Materials and Binding $275.00
To 0100-0475-004209 Cellular Phones $275.00
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Agenda Item 9 Background Information
 
             
10. To discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for JP2.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2:
From 0100-0452-001100 Salaries $5,170.00
To 0100-0452-001101 Part Time Salaries 20-30 Hours $5,170.00
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
11. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for JP3.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3:
From 0100-0453-003901 PUBLICATIONS/BOOKS/PERIODICALS $500.00
From 0100-0453-004130 COURT APPOINTED ATTORNEYS $500.00
From 0100-0453-004350 PRINTED MATERIALS & BINDING $700.00
From 0100-0453-004410 BOND PREMIUMS $180.00
From 0100-0453-004621 COPIER RENTAL & SUPPLIES $500.00
From 0100-0453-004999 MISCELLANEOUS $100.00
To 0100-0453-004232 TRAINING, CONF., SEMINARS $2,480.00
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
12. 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 0100-0509-004962 Janitorial Contract Service $15,000.00
To 0100-0509-003301 Gasoline $15,000.00
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
13. To discuss and consider approving line item transfers for Adult Probation-CSCD.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve line item transfers for Adult Probation - Community Supervision and Corrections Department:
From 0100-0572-003005 Furniture $200.00
From 0100-0572-003006 Equipment $40.00
From 0100-0572-004999 Miscellaneous $500.00
To 0100-0572-003301 Gasoline $740.00
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
14. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for County Clerk Judicial for additional civil case folders.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for County Clerk Judicial for additional civil case folders:
From 0100-0404-004412 Errors & Omissions Ins. $492.63
To 0100-0404-004350 Printed Materials & Binding $492.63
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
15. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Veteran Services.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and Director of Veterans' Services Donna Harrell addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To: approve a line item transfer for Veteran Services:
From 0100-0409-004998 Non Dept/Contingencies $2,753.16
To 0100-0405-004999 Vet Svcs/Misc $1,709.16
To 0100-0405-003006 Vet Svcs/Office Equip $1,044.00
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
16. To discuss and take appropriate action on the approval of a Line Item Transfer for Road & Bridge.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Road & Bridge:
From 0200-0210-003540 Contract Seal Coating $ 35,850.00
To 0200-0210-003102 Safety Supplies $ 30,000.00
To 0200-0210-004999 Misc. $ 5,000.00
To 0200-0210-004350 Printed Materials & Binding $850.00
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Transfer for 4999
  Agenda Item 16 Background Information
 
             
17. Discuss and consider line item transfers for Justice of the Peace Pct. One office for Training.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve line item transfers for the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 office for training:
From 0100-0451-004100 Professional Services $1,200.00
From 0100-0451-003011 Computer Software $1,200.00
To 0100-0451-004232 Training , conf., Seminars $2,400.00
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Agenda Item 17 Background Information
 
             
18. Discuss and consider a line item transfer for Commissioner's Office Precinct 4.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Commissioner's Office, Precinct 4:

From

0100-0214-003006

Office Equipment

$500.00

To

0100-0214-004999

Misc.

$500.00

   
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Agenda Item 18 Background and Revision
 
             
19. Consider approving Justice of the Peace #4, June, 2011, monthly report in compliance with code of criminal procedure 103.005(b).
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the Justice of the Peace, Precinct #4, June, 2011, monthly report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure 103.005(b).
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  JUNE 11-EOM.pdf
 
             
20. Resolution approving and authorizing execution of an interlocal agreement for participation in a public funds investment cooperative, designating the board of directors of the cooperative as an agency and instrumentality to supervise the cooperative, approving investment policies of the cooperative, appoint authorized representatives and designating investment officers.
  County Treasurer Vivian Wood addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve and authorize execution of an interlocal agreement for participation in a public funds investment cooperative (LOGIC), designating the board of directors of the cooperative as an agency and instrumentality to supervise the cooperative, to approve investment policies of the cooperative, to appoint authorized representatives and to designate investment officers.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  LOGIC Resolution
 
             
21. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding Agreement 2010 2011 with City of Taylor FD.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve Agreement 2010 - 2011 with the City of Taylor Fire Department.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Agreement Taylor FD 2010 2011
 
             
22. Consider authorizing the transfer of various equipment items through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the transfer of various equipment items through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Asset Transfer Forms
 
             
23. Consider accepting $3,000 donation from Kohl’s Cares for youth-focused community programs or initiatives.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To accept a $3,000.00 donation from Kohl’s Cares for youth-focused community programs or initiatives.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
             
24. Discuss and take appropriate action on abandoning and vacating 3rd Street in the Otto C Pfluger's Addition to the Town of Coupland, Texas. Pct. 4.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the abandonment and vacation of 3rd Street in the Otto C. Pfluger's Addition to the Town of Coupland, Texas, Precinct 4.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  wabbel1
  wabbel3
  wabbel2
 
             
25. To discuss and take appropriate action on the temporary closure of CR 374 for Major Maintenance.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the temporary closure of County Road 374 for major maintenance.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  CR 374 Detour
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
26. Hear update on Local Initiative Project activities under the counterfeit inspection certificate program.
  Director of Environmental Programs for the Parks Department Gary Boyd and Deputy Constable, Precinct 2 Will Beechinor addressed the Court.
             
27. Discuss and hear an update on facilities needs.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh and First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.
             
28. Discuss and take appropriate action on road bond program.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken.
             
29. Discuss and consider approving Kimley-Horn & Associates Professional Service Agreement (PSA) for "On-Call" Traffic Engineering Services.
 

Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.

  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve Kimley-Horn & Associates Professional Service Agreement (PSA) for "On-Call" Traffic Engineering Services.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Kimley-Horn On-Call Traffic Engineering PSA
 
             
30. Discuss and consider approving Alliance Transportation Group, Inc. Professional Service Agreement (PSA) for "On-Call" Traffic Engineering Services.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve Alliance Transportation Group, Inc. Professional Service Agreement (PSA) for "On-Call" Traffic Engineering Services.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Alliance Transportation Group on-Call Traffic Engineering PSA
 
             
31. Discuss and consider approving Gonzalez-De La Garza & Associates, LLC Professional Service Agreement (PSA) for "On-Call" Traffic Engineering Services.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. 
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve Gonzalez-De La Garza & Associates, LLC Professional Service Agreement (PSA) for "On-Call" Traffic Engineering Services.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Gonzalez-De La Garza on-Call Traffic Engineering PSA
 
             
32. Discuss and consider approving Halff Associates, Inc. Supplemental #6 to their RM 620 Professional Service Agreement (PSA).
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve Halff Associates, Inc. Supplemental #6 to their Ranch-to-Market 620 Professional Service Agreement (PSA).
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Halff Supplemental 6 to RM 620 PSA
 
             
33. Discuss and consider approving Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $7,431.85 for CR 104 Phase 2 (Project No. 10WC812), a Road Bond Project in Precinct Three.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $7,431.85 for County Road 104 Phase 2 (Project No. 10WC812), a Road Bond Project in Precinct 3.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  CR 104 Phase 2 Change Order 3
 
             
34. Discuss and consider approving Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $32,550.00 for Ronald Reagan Blvd. North Phase III (Project No. 11WC902), a Road Bond Project in Precinct Three.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $32,550.00 for Ronald Reagan Boulevard North, Phase III (Project No. 11WC902), a Road Bond Project in Precinct 3
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Ronald Reagan Blvd Phase III Change Order 1
 
             
35. Consider approving Change Order No. 7 in the amount of $4,050.00 for US 79 Section 3 (Project No. 10WC817), a Pass Through Financing Project in Precinct Four.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve Change Order No. 7 in the amount of $4,050.00 for U.S. 79 Section 3 (Project No. 10WC817), a Pass Through Financing Project in Precinct 4.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  US 79 Section 3 Change Order 7
 
             
36. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute a Possession and Use Agreement with FWD Property Investors, L.P., LDJ Properties, LTD. and MMSG Limited Partnership regarding right-of-way needed on SH 195. (Parcel 107)
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge Commissioner Birkman, as Presiding Officer, to execute a Possession and Use Agreement with FWD Property Investors, L.P., LDJ Properties, LTD. and MMSG Limited Partnership regarding right-of-way needed on State Highway 195 (Parcel 107).
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  SH 195 Possession and Use Agreement
 
             
37. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute a Possession and Use Agreement with FWD Property Investors, L.P., LDJ Properties, LTD. and MMSG Limited Partnership regarding easements needed on SH 195. (Parcel 107)
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge Commissioner Birkman, as Presiding Officer, to execute a Possession and Use Agreement with FWD Property Investors, L.P., LDJ Properties, LTD. and MMSG Limited Partnership regarding easements needed on State Highway 195 (Parcel 107).
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  SH 195 Possession and Use Agreement Parcel 107
 
             
38. Consider authorizing County Judge to execute a letter agreement with Lawrence Irvine regarding easements needed on SH 195. (Parcel 118)
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge Commissioner Birkman, as Presiding Officer, to execute a letter agreement with Lawrence Irvine regarding easements needed on State Highway 195 (Parcel 118).
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  SH195 Irvine Letter Agreement
 
             
39. Consider authorizing the County Judge to execute an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Relocation of Water System Improvements for CR 245 Realignment Project with Chisholm Trail Special Utility District.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge Commissioner Birkman, as Presiding Officer, to execute an Interlocal Agreement regarding relocation of water system improvements for County Road 245 Realignment Project with Chisholm Trail Special Utility District.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Chisholm Trail SUD Interlocal Agreement for CR 245
 
             
40. Discuss and approve School Based Diversion Program Resolution for Juvenile Services Department.
  Director of Juvenile Services Scott Matthew and Assistant Director Matt Smith addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve the School-Based Diversion Program Resolution for the Juvenile Services Department.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  School-Based Diversion Program Resolution
 
             
41. Discuss and consider approving Service Agreement Contract with Leslie Lang, LPC, LSOTP. 
  Assistant Director of Juvenile Services Matt Smith and Legal Advisor to the Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve the Service Agreement Contract with Leslie Lang, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Sex Offender Treatment Provider (LSOTP), with exemption of those services from competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personnel or professional services.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Leslie Lang Contract
 
             
42. Review recommendation of Williamson County Conservation Foundation (WCCF) and take appropriate action on Work Authorization for year 2 research activities.
  Director of Environmental Programs for the Parks Department Gary Boyd and Legal Advisor to the Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To acknowledge the action of the Williamson County Conservation Foundation (WCCF) and  Work Authorization for Year 2 research activities.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  WCCF Work Authorization for Salamander Research Attachment A
  WCCF Work Authorization for Salamander Research
 
             
43. Discuss and take appropriate action on purchasing telecommunication equipment for the Parks Administrative Office in the Southwest Regional Park.
  The following persons addressed the Court: Senior Director of Parks & Recreation Jim Rodgers, Legal Advisor to the Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes and ITS Director Jay Schade.

No action was taken.
             
44. Discuss and take appropriate action on funding and contract approval with Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) to provide electricity for the Parks Administrative Office in the Southwest Regional Park.
  Senior Director of Parks & Recreation Jim Rodgers and Legal Advisor to the Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve funding and contract approval with Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) to provide electricity for the Parks Administrative Office in the Southwest Regional Park.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Pedernales Electric Cooperative Underground Agreement for Parks Administrative Office
 
             
45. Discuss and take appropriate action on paperwork for the Hutto Centennial Parade.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve paperwork for the Hutto Centennial Parade.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Hutto Police Department
  Hutto Parade Agreement
 
             
46. Consider approving a 60-day extension, accepting a new completion date of October 28, 2011 for Ferrellgas to complete Construction and Installation of Six HD-5 Propane Stations for Williamson County Facilities, Bid # 11WC901.
  Facilities Director Gary Wilson addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a 60-day extension, accepting a new completion date of October 28, 2011 for Ferrellgas to complete construction and installation of Six HD-5 Propane Stations for Williamson County Facilities, Bid # 11WC901.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Ferrellgas Letter Agreement
 
             
47. Consider authorizing advertising and setting date of August 2, 2011 at 2:00pm in the Purchasing Department to receive annual bids for various departments for fiscal year 2012-complete list attached.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To authorize advertising and set a date of August 2, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Purchasing Department to receive annual bids for various departments for fiscal year 2012.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Fac HVAC bid packet
  Fleet Fuel Card bid packet
  Fac Landscape bid packet
  EMS Protective Clothing bid packet
  SO Body Armor bid packet
  EMS Medical Specs
  Bid packet EMS Medical
  Juvenile Clothing bid packet
  Juvenile Uniforms bid packet
  Parks Landscape Svs bid packet
  summary bids
  Parks Landscape twelve months update
  Parks Landscape mowing areas
 
             
48. Discuss and take appropriate action approving an Engagement Letter Agreement from The Law Office of Randy T. Leavitt to provide legal counsel and advice to Williamson County and the members of the Williamson County Commissioners Court in relation to litigation matters and non-litigation matters.
  Legal Advisor to the Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court.
  Motion By: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second By: Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison 
Motion: To approve an Engagement Letter Agreement from The Law Office of Randy T. Leavitt to provide legal counsel and advice to Williamson County and the members of the Williamson County Commissioners Court in relation to litigation matters and non-litigation matters.
 
Aye: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
  Attachments:
  Randy Leavitt Engagement Letter
 
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:50 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 12, 2011.

             
49. 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 and easements for right-of-way on CR 245.

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 RID.

q) Discuss proposed acquisition of drainage easements along CR 138.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
50. 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) Attorney Grievance filed with the Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel of the State Bar of Texas against Jana L. Duty-Hunsicker- Grievance File No. A0021113619;
d) Civil Action No. 1:10-CV-00693-LY; Robert James Henry v. City of Taylor et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas;
e) 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
f) Cause No. 10-1107-C368; Jana Duty, County Attorney of Williamson County, Texas vs. Dan A. Gattis, County Judge of Williamson County, Lisa Birkman, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey, and Ron Morrison County Commissioners, David Flores, County Auditor, and Ashlie Koenig, Budget Officer; In the District Court, Williamson County, Texas, 368th Judicial District.
g) Civil Action No. 1:10-CV-869-LY; Heather Clark, David Claxton & David M. Compton v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
h) Case No. A11CA403 SS; Ruben Yzquierdo v. Williamson County and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
i) Case No. A11CA 300LY; Michelle Sheffield v. John Doe I, Individually and in his Official Capacity, Williamson County and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division;
j) Civil Action No. 11-278; Will Aguilar v. Williamson County, Texas; Daniel Robertson, and Michael Baxter; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
k) Employment related matters.
l) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:31 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 12, 2011.

             
51. Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate.
  No action was taken.
             
52. 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) Attorney Grievance filed with the Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel of the State Bar of Texas against Jana L. Duty-Hunsicker- Grievance File No. A0021113619;
d) Civil Action No. 1:10-CV-00693-LY; Robert James Henry v. City of Taylor et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas;
e) 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
f) Cause No. 10-1107-C368; Jana Duty, County Attorney of Williamson County, Texas vs. Dan A. Gattis, County Judge of Williamson County, Lisa Birkman, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey, and Ron Morrison County Commissioners, David Flores, County Auditor, and Ashlie Koenig, Budget Officer; In the District Court, Williamson County, Texas, 368th Judicial District.
g) Civil Action No. 1:10-CV-869-LY; Heather Clark, David Claxton & David M. Compton v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division
h) Case No. A11CA403 SS; Ruben Yzquierdo v. Williamson County and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
i) Case No. A11CA 300LY; Michelle Sheffield v. John Doe I, Individually and in his Official Capacity, Williamson County and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division;
j) Civil Action No. 11-278; Will Aguilar v. Williamson County, Texas; Daniel Robertson, and Michael Baxter; In the United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division
k) Employment related matters.
l) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts.
  No action was taken.
             
53. Comments from Commissioners.
 

Commissioner Morrison noted the upcoming Hutto Centennial Parade, to be held on Saturday, July 16, 2011.
Commissioner Covey noted that CAMPO (Capitol Area Metropolitan Planning Organization) has issued a call for road projects, with new proposals or additional information for existing proposals due by August 5, 2011.

COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:35 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 12, 2011.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 19th day of July, 2011. 

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

By: Black Wehling, Deputy



    

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