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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
JULY 9, 2013
 

STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:37 A.M. on TUESDAY, JULY 9, 2013, 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 2 Cynthia Long  
 
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey  
 
County Clerk Nancy E. Rister  
Absent:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman
 
Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison
Others Present:
Hal Hawes, Legal Advisor to Commissioners' Court
Carolyn Deibler, Deputy County Clerk
             
1. Review and approval of minutes.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve the Minutes of the July 1, 2013 meeting.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  07.01.2013 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.
  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 authorize the payment of bills totaling $8,909,626.95 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, and Quick Check Report from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Addendum 07-02-2013
  Funding Report 07-02-2013
  Quick Check Report 07-02-2013
  Wire Transfers 07-02-2013
  Funding Report 07-09-2013
  Wire Transfers 07-09-2013
 
             
4.
Citizen comments.
 

There were no comments.
 

             
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. ( Items 5 – 20 )
             
5. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Human Resources.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Human Resources:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0409-004998 Non Dept/Contingencies $756.53
To 0100-8005-001130 HR/Merit $630.92
To 0100-8005-002010 HR/FICA $48.26
To 0100-8005-002020 HR/Retirement $77.35
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
             
6. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for DPS NW.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Department of Public Safety Northwest (DPS NW):
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0564-003398 DPS NW/Video-DVD $100.00
From 0100-0564-003008 DPS NW/LE Equip $115.00
To 0100-0564-004232 DPS NW/Training $215.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
             
7. Please consider and approve a Line Item Transfer for the District Attorney's Office.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the District Attorney's Office:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0440-004932 Trial Expenses $2,000.00
To 0100-0440-003901 Publications/Books $2,000.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
             
8. Consider approving a line item transfer for Mobile Outreach Team.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the Mobile Outreach Team:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0341-004505 Software Maintenance $1,100.00
To 0100-0341-003005 Office Furniture < $5,000 $1,100.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
             
9. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for Facilities.
  This item was pulled from the Agenda.
  Attachments:
  HD Remodel
 
             
10. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for the 425th District Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the 425th District Court:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0441-004999 425th DC Miscellaneous $500.00
To 0100-0441-004232 425th DC Training, Conf., Semi $500.00
From 0100-0441-004212 425th DC Postage $210.00
To 0100-0441-004232 425th DC Training, Conf., Semi $210.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
             
11. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for EMS.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Medical Services:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-001100 F/T Salaries $2,786.00
To 0100-0540-001101 P/T Salaries 20-30 HRS/WK $2,786.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
             
12. Discuss and consider approving a line item transfer for EMS.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Medical Services:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-005700 Vehicles > $5000 $15,000.00
To 0100-0540-003307 Pharmaceuticals $15,000.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
             
13. To Discuss and take appropriate action on the approval of a Line Item Transfer for Fleet Maintenance.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Fleet Maintenance; with a correction of the "From" account number from 882  3523 to 0882-0882-003523 and the "To" account number from 882  4510 to 0882-0882-004510:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0882-0882-003523 Parts $500.00
To 0882-0882-004510 Facility Maint. & Repair $500.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
             
14. Acknowledge report on Emergency Services Operations Center building project P136; Ford AV Change Order 3 in the amount of $4,748.00.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To acknowledge report on Emergency Services Operations Center building project P136; Ford AV Change Order 3 in the amount of $4,748.00.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  P136 ESOC Ford AV Change Order 3
 
             
15. Consider authorizing the transfer of various equipment items through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the transfer of various equipment items through inter-office transfer, auction, donation, destruction, or trade-in.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Asset Change Form
 
             
16. Discuss and consider accepting donations received from the Williamson County Art Guild in the amount of $500 for art classes and/or art supplies for students participating in the 2013 Creative Arts Program.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To accept donations received from the Williamson County Art Guild in the amount of $500.00 for art classes and/or art supplies for students participating in the 2013 Creative Arts Program.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
             
17. Discuss and consider approving waiving Penalty and Interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor Collector.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To waive penalty and interest to customers as requested by the Tax Assessor/Collector.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Waiver of P and I May 2013
 
             
18. Discuss and take appropriate action on the Motorola Contract Change Order previously considered in Commissioners Court on June 25, 2013.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the Motorola Contract Change Order previously considered in Commissioners' Court on June 25, 2013.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Motorola Change Order for ESOC
 
             
19. Discuss and consider approval of preliminary plat for Hernandez subdivision - Pct 2.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve preliminary plat for Hernandez subdivision - Precinct #2.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Prelim Plat - Hernandez Subdivision
 
             
20. Discuss and consider approval of final plat for Parkside at Mayfield Ranch Sec 5B - Pct 3.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve final plat for Parkside at Mayfield Ranch Section 5B - Precinct #3.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Final Plat - Parkside at Mayfield Ranch Sec 5B
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
21. Discuss and take action on the implementations of a burn ban for a period not to exceed 90 days and to authorize the County Judge to lift the ban if drought conditions improve.
  Emergency Management Coordinator Jarred Thomas addressed the Court.
  Motion by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to sign a Burn Ban Order that prohibits outdoor burning for a period not to exceed ninety (90) days and, if the County Judge determines that the circumstances present in the unincorporated areas of Williamson County no longer create a public safety hazard that would be exacerbated by outdoor burning, the County Judge is further authorized to terminate the Burn Ban prior to the expiration of said ninety (90) days.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Drought Report
 
             
22. Hear, discuss, and take appropriate action on Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter presentation.
  Director of Williamson County Animal Shelter Cheryl Schneider addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
23. To discuss and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure's projects and issues update.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
             
24. Acknowledge results of the Lakeline Blvd. Phase 3 bid opening.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court. No action was taken on this item.
  Attachments:
  Lakeline Ph 3 Wilco Bid Cost
  Lakeline Ph 3 Bid Tabulation
 
             
25. Discuss and take appropriate action on Amended and Restated Amendment No. 2 to the Blockhouse Creek Landscape Maintenance Agreement - Pct. 3.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the Amended and Restated Amendment No. 2 to the Blockhouse Creek Landscape Maintenance Agreement - Precinct #3.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Amended Amendment 2 to Blockhouse Creek Landscape Maintenance Agreement
 
             
26. Discuss and take appropriate action on the second amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Round Rock and Williamson County for HB 1445. - Pct. 4.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the Second Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Round Rock and Williamson County for House Bill (HB) 1445 - Precinct #4.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Second 1445 Amend. RR
 
             
27. Consider approving Change Order No. 2, to contract number 13IFB00123, in the amount of $42,000 for the Mill, Seal and Overlay project on CR 175 from FM 1431 to just North of the Williamson County Regional Park.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve Change Order No. 2, Contract #13IFB00123, in the amount of $42,000.00 for the Mill, Seal and Overlay project on County Road 175 from Farm-to-Market 1431 to just North of the Williamson County Regional Park.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Change Order 2 for CR 175
 
             
28. Consider approving Change Order No. 1 to Contract number 13IFB00112 in the amount of $3,938.00 for the Brushy Creek MUD water line relocation on Sam Bass Road.
  Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1, Contract #13IFB00112, in the amount of $3,938.00 for the Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District (MUD) water line relocation on Sam Bass Road.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Change Order 1 for Brushy Creek MUD Water Line Relocation
 
             
29. Authorize County Judge to execute a letter supporting ADAO LLC’s Foreign Trade Zone application.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute a letter supporting ADAO Global LLC’s Foreign Trade Zone application.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  ADAO LLC Foreign Trade Zone Letter
 
             
30. Discuss and consider approving the Tax Collection Agreement between Siena Municipal Utility District No. 1 and the County of Williamson, Texas.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the Tax Collection Agreement between Siena Municipal Utility District No. 1 and the County of Williamson, Texas.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Siena MUD No 1 June 2013
 
             
31. Discuss and consider approving the Tax Collection Agreement between Siena Municipal Utility District No. 2 and the County of Williamson, Texas.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the Tax Collection Agreement between Siena Municipal Utility District No. 2 and the County of Williamson, Texas.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Siena MUD 2 Tax collection Agreement
 
             
32. Discuss and take appropriate action on the FY 2013 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan.
  Grants Coordinator Sally Bardwell addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve two projects for sidewalks for Liberty Hill ($29,000.00) and Georgetown ($38,000.00) as included in the Fiscal Year 2013 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  FY13 CDBG Action Plan
 
             
33. Discuss and take appropriate action to ratify the termination of Clarity Election Suite Hosting and Support Agreement by and between Williamson County, Texas and SOE Software Corporation, which was issued to SOE Software Corporation on June 28, 2013 in order to terminate the agreement effective as of July 31, 2013 per the termination for convenience provision of the agreement.
 

Legal Advisor to Commissioners' Court Hal Hawes addressed the Court. This item was moved to Executive Session where no action was taken. After reconvening from Executive Session, the Court took action on this item.

  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To ratify the termination of Clarity Election Suite Hosting and Support Agreement by and between Williamson County, Texas and SOE Software Corporation, which was issued to SOE Software Corporation on June 28, 2013 in order to terminate the agreement effective as of July 31, 2013 per the termination for convenience provision of the agreement.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
             
34. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Commercial Real Estate Listing Agreement between Williamson County and Georgetown Commercial Properties, LLC regarding a tract of land owned by Williamson County and being situated near Blue Springs Road, Georgetown, Texas.
  This item was moved to Executive Session where no action was taken.
  Attachments:
  Listing Agreement Blue Springs Tract
 
             
35. Review and take action on the approval to authorize the County Judge to sign the agreement for use of Streamer RT and Emergency Management to submit to Earth Networks.
  Emergency Management Coordinator Jarred Thomas addressed the Court.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute the agreement for use of Streamer RT and Emergency Management to submit to Earth Networks.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Earth Networks Streamer RT Agreement
 
             
36. Discuss and take appropriate action on an agreement between Williamson County and ESD7/FVFD.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To authorize the County Judge to execute an agreement between Williamson County, Williamson County Emergency Services District No. 7 (ESD7), and Florence Volunteer Fire Department (FVFD).
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Florence VFD SCBA Agreement
 
             
37. Consider awarding bids received for IFB#13IFB00125 Pharmaceuticals and Supplies for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to the low bids meeting specifications-complete list attached.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To award bids received for IFB#13IFB00125 Pharmaceuticals and Supplies for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter to the low bids meeting specifications (complete list attached); for an initial contract term beginning July 9, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  bid tab pharma and supplies WRAS
 
             
38. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Juvenile Services.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for Juvenile Services:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0000-367400 Donations $500.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
             
39. Consider an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Juvenile Services.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To declare an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for Juvenile Services:
From/To Acct No. Description Amount
  0100-0576-003670 Use of Donations $500.00
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
             
40. Consider approving a resolution of Williamson County for participation in a regional emergency communications district.  
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
  Second by: County Judge Dan A. Gattis 
Motion: To approve a resolution for Williamson County's participation in a regional emergency communications district.
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Regional Emergency Communications District Resolution
 
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:25 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 9, 2013.
             
41. Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)
1. Proposed or potential purchase or lease of property by the County:
a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for SH 195 0.805 South of Bell County Line to IH 35.
b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for US 183 Extension from 1,000 feet South of San Gabriel to 1,000 feet North of SH 29.
c) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for O'Connor Boulevard and 620 projects.
d) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Ronald Reagan Blvd.
e) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 project.
f) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along Lakeline extension.
g) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way along CR 258.
h) Discuss proposed acquisition and/or sale of property for Arterial H.
i) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for the Pond Springs Rd. project.
j) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for future parkland in Precinct 2. 
k) Discuss proposed Gattis School road wall claim
l) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for Pearson Blvd.
m) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for FM 1460.
n) Discuss County owned real estate adjacent to and near Inner Loop, Georgetown, Texas.
o) Discuss County owned real estate adjacent to and near RM 2338 at Booty's Crossing.
p) Discuss the abandonment of Old Quarry Rd. at Lakeline Blvd.
q) Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes.
r) Discuss Clearwater Ranch Public Improvement District #1 and #2.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
42. 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. 1:10-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
e) 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
f) 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;
g) Threatened litigation by Texas Civil Rights Project.
h) 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
i) Employment related matters.
j) 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.
k) 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
l) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
m) Legal matters regarding the Williamson County Justice Center Parking Garage
n ) Civil Action No. A12CV0062LY; Kevin Jones v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
o) Civil Action No. 1:12-CV-190-LY; Steven Hester v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
p) 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
q) Civil Action No. A12CV00543; Kevin Jones v. Williamson County and Williamson County Sheriff’s Office; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
r) Hot-Mix overlay contract and performance issues
s) Complaints regarding the November 6, 2012 elections
t) Legal matters regarding the Williamson County ESOC Project.
u) Utility damage claim that occurred on 8/15/2012 on CR 326
v) 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.
  No action was taken in Executive Session.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:28 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 9, 2013.
             
43. Discuss and take appropriate action on real estate.
  No action was taken on this item.
             
44. 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. 1:10-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
e) 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
f) 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;
g) Threatened litigation by Texas Civil Rights Project.
h) 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
i) Employment related matters.
j) 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.
k) 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
l) Mortgage Electronic Recording Systems (MERS) litigation.
m) Legal matters regarding the Williamson County Justice Center Parking Garage
n) Civil Action No. A12CV0062LY; Kevin Jones v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
o) Civil Action No. 1:12-CV-190-LY; Steven Hester v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
p) 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
q) Civil Action No. A12CV00543; Kevin Jones v. Williamson County and Williamson County Sheriff’s Office; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
r) Hot-Mix overlay contract and performance issues
s) Complaints regarding the November 6, 2012 elections
t) Legal matters regarding the Williamson County ESOC Project.
u) Utility damage claim that occurred on 8/15/2012 on CR 326
v) 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.
  Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
  Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Motion: To approve a proposed settlement in the case of Will Aguilar v. Williamson County, et al., in the settlement amount of $20,000.00; and authorize the County Judge to execute the settlement agreement document.  [See 44(h) above.]
 
Aye: County Judge Dan A. Gattis
  Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Other: Commissioner Precinct 1 Lisa Birkman (Absent)
  Commissioner Precinct 4 Ron Morrison (Absent)
  Attachments:
  Aguilar v Williamson County Settlement Motion
 
             
COMMISSIONERS' COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:30 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 9, 2013.
             
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 11:48 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 9, 2013.
             
45. Comments from Commissioners.
  There were no comments.
COMMISSIONERS’ COURT ADJOURNED AT 11:48 A.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 9, 2013.
 
THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners’ Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 16th day of July 2013. 


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

By: Carolyn Deibler, Deputy


    

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