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The Commissioner’s Court of Williamson County, Texas will meet in regular session in the Commissioner's Courtroom, 710 Main Street, in Georgetown, Texas to consider the following items:

1. Review and approval of minutes.
Review and approval of minutes.

2. Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.
Consider noting in minutes any off right-of-way work on any County road done by Road & Bridge Division.

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.
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.

4. Citizen comments. Except when public hearings are scheduled for later in the meeting, this will be the only opportunity for citizen input. The Court invites comments on any matter affecting the county, whether on the Agenda or not. Speakers should limit their comments to three minutes. Note that the members of the Court may not comment at the meeting about matters that are not on the agenda.
Citizen comments. Except when public hearings are scheduled for later in the meeting, this will be the only opportunity for citizen input. The Court invites comments on any matter affecting the county, whether on the Agenda or not. Speakers should limit their comments to three minutes. Note that the members of the Court may not comment at the meeting about matters that are not on the agenda.

Consent Agenda »

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 – 11 )

5. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for EMS.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for EMS.

6. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (4) Laptops w/ carrying case, (3) Printers, (1) Copier/Scanner, (1) Desktop, (4) Keyboards, (3) Chairs, (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code §263.152.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (4) Laptops w/ carrying case, (3) Printers, (1) Copier/Scanner, (1) Desktop, (4) Keyboards, (3) Chairs, (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code §263.152.

7. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles through auction, including (1) 2004 Chevrolet 1500 , (1) 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe, (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code §263.152.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county vehicles through auction, including (1) 2004 Chevrolet 1500 , (1) 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe, (complete list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code §263.152.

8. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer, including (1) 2000 Wells Cargo Trailer, (list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code §263.152.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer, including (1) 2000 Wells Cargo Trailer, (list attached) pursuant to Tex. Local Gov't Code §263.152.

9. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging Commissioner Cynthia P. Long has completed 19.5 hours of continuing education as required by the Texas Local Government Code.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on acknowledging Commissioner Cynthia P. Long has completed 19.5 hours of continuing education as required by the Texas Local Government Code.

10. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the revised preliminary plat for the Clearwater Ranch subdivision - Pct 2.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the revised preliminary plat for the Clearwater Ranch subdivision - Pct 2.

11. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Sunny Slope subdivision - Pct 2.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Sunny Slope subdivision - Pct 2.

Item 12

Discuss and hear presentation by Lone Star Regional Water Authority and Republic Water Company relating to a proposed strategic water development study for integrated solutions regarding water supply, conveyance, and storage project plan to be managed by Lone Star Regional Water Authority.

Item 13

Receive and acknowledge the November 2015 Construction Summary Report for the Road Bond and Pass Through Financing Programs.

Item 14

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues update.

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15. Discuss, consider, and take any appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application to the Texas Historical Commission required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on Bill Pickett Trail (East Williamson County Park Road), a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
Discuss, consider, and take any appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application to the Texas Historical Commission required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on Bill Pickett Trail (East Williamson County Park Road), a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.

16. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with D&M Davis Land and Cattle, LP for ROW needed on SH 195. (PARCEL 208R)
Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with D&M Davis Land and Cattle, LP for ROW needed on SH 195. (PARCEL 208R)

17. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with D&M Davis Land & Cattle, LP for ROW needed on SH 195. (PARCEL 208/208E)
Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with D&M Davis Land & Cattle, LP for ROW needed on SH 195. (PARCEL 208/208E)

18. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Letter Agreement with D&M Davis Land & Cattle, LP for Easements needed on SH 195. (PARCEL 208 PEC/CTSUD)
Discuss and take appropriate action on a Letter Agreement with D&M Davis Land & Cattle, LP for Easements needed on SH 195. (PARCEL 208 PEC/CTSUD)

19. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with C. Dean Davis and Mollie Davis for ROW needed on SH 195. (PARCEL 212)
Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with C. Dean Davis and Mollie Davis for ROW needed on SH 195. (PARCEL 212)

20. Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with No-Count, LLC for ROW needed on CR 119. (PARCEL 6)
Discuss and take appropriate action on a Real Estate Contract with No-Count, LLC for ROW needed on CR 119. (PARCEL 6)

Item 21

Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on a proclamation declaring November 18, 2015 as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Day.

Item 22

Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution regarding Williamson Central Appraisal District Board of Directors votes.

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23. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action, including acknowledgement of increasing the per diem rate of the deputy or visiting court reporters in the Williamson County District Courts in accordance with Texas Government Code 52.042.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action, including acknowledgement of increasing the per diem rate of the deputy or visiting court reporters in the Williamson County District Courts in accordance with Texas Government Code 52.042.

24. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action, including acknowledgement, of increasing the per diem rate of the deputy or visiting court reporters in the Williamson County Courts at Law in accordance with Texas Government code 52.051 and Texas Local Government Code 152.011.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action, including acknowledgement, of increasing the per diem rate of the deputy or visiting court reporters in the Williamson County Courts at Law in accordance with Texas Government code 52.051 and Texas Local Government Code 152.011.

28. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding Services Contract with W.E. Imhoff & Company, Inc. d/b/a Intertech Flooring, for flooring work on the Sheriff’s Office Crime Lab Remodel, a project funded in 0100-0509-004509.
Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding Services Contract with W.E. Imhoff & Company, Inc. d/b/a Intertech Flooring, for flooring work on the Sheriff’s Office Crime Lab Remodel, a project funded in 0100-0509-004509.

29. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving insurance premium for the underground storage tank system (Pollution Liability Policy # 000168373 for Fleet Services). Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting/rejecting the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (TRIA) Coverage for Policy # 000168373.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving insurance premium for the underground storage tank system (Pollution Liability Policy # 000168373 for Fleet Services). Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting/rejecting the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (TRIA) Coverage for Policy # 000168373.

30. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ#15RFQ101 Professional Architectural/Engineering Design Services for Williamson County Georgetown Annex to KA Hickman Architects and Interior Designers, LLC.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ#15RFQ101 Professional Architectural/Engineering Design Services for Williamson County Georgetown Annex to KA Hickman Architects and Interior Designers, LLC.

31. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ#15RFQ102 Professional Architectural/Engineering Design Services for Williamson County North Campus to BLGY, Inc.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ#15RFQ102 Professional Architectural/Engineering Design Services for Williamson County North Campus to BLGY, Inc.

32. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ#15RFQ103 Professional Architectural/Engineering Design Services for Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center to Brinkley, Sargent, Wiginton Architects, Inc.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ#15RFQ103 Professional Architectural/Engineering Design Services for Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center to Brinkley, Sargent, Wiginton Architects, Inc.

Avery Ranch Road District Meeting

Avery Ranch Road District Meeting

Executive Session »

EXECUTIVE SESSION "The Commissioners Court for Williamson County reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultations with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations regarding Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations regarding Gifts and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations regarding Security Devices) and 551.087 (Deliberations regarding Economic Development Negotiations)."

25. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the engagement of the Gardere law firm (Gardere, Wynne, Sewell, LLP) to represent Williamson County on claims against Volkswagen and Audi related to Volkswagen and Audi emission control systems on diesel engine vehicles in the period 2009 – 2015; approval of the Gardere proposal/engagement on representation; and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4).
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the engagement of the Gardere law firm (Gardere, Wynne, Sewell, LLP) to represent Williamson County on claims against Volkswagen and Audi related to Volkswagen and Audi emission control systems on diesel engine vehicles in the period 2009 – 2015; approval of the Gardere proposal/engagement on representation; and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4).

26. Discuss, consider approval and take appropriate action regarding reimbursement of attorney’s fees and costs incurred and paid to date by County Judge Gattis to Martha Dickie of Almanza, Blackburrn & Dickie, LLP in defense of County Judge Gattis in his individual capacity in the suit Lloyd v. Birkman et al, Civil Action No. 1:13-cv-505, In The United States District Court For the Western District of Texas – Austin Division.
Discuss, consider approval and take appropriate action regarding reimbursement of attorney’s fees and costs incurred and paid to date by County Judge Gattis to Martha Dickie of Almanza, Blackburrn & Dickie, LLP in defense of County Judge Gattis in his individual capacity in the suit Lloyd v. Birkman et al, Civil Action No. 1:13-cv-505, In The United States District Court For the Western District of Texas – Austin Division.

27. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the engagement of Martha Dickie of the law firm of Martha Dickie of Almanza, Blackburrn & Dickie, LLP to represent County Judge Dan Gattis in relation to Civil Action No. . 1:13-cv-505, Lloyd v. Birkman et al; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division; and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4).
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the engagement of Martha Dickie of the law firm of Martha Dickie of Almanza, Blackburrn & Dickie, LLP to represent County Judge Dan Gattis in relation to Civil Action No. . 1:13-cv-505, Lloyd v. Birkman et al; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division; and exemption of these services from the competitive bid/proposal requirements of the County Purchasing Act pursuant to the discretionary exemption for personal or professional services, as set forth under Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code § 262.024(a)(4).

33. Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: a) Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County. b) Discuss Pearson Road District. c) Discuss North Woods Road District. d) Discuss Kaufman Loop.
Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: a) Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County. b) Discuss Pearson Road District. c) Discuss North Woods Road District. d) Discuss Kaufman Loop.

34. 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.) A. Real Estate Owned by Third Parties 1. Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential purchase or lease of property owned by third parties a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for SH 195 b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 project. c) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop. d) Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes. e) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Sneed Loop f) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Neenah Blvd. g) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 119 h) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Tradesman Park. i) Discuss the acquisition of real property for proposed CR 110 project. (All sections) j) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 258 k) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Kruger property exchange (3901 CR 130 Hutto, TX) l) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Arterial H. m) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities. n) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the Williamson County Expo Center. o) Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests on CR 240. p) Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. q) Discuss the acquisition of real property from Taylor ISD and WILCO Park Foundation for the East Wilco Park Access Road. r) Discuss the acquisition of real property from the Andice Cemetery. B. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County 1). Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential sale or lease of property owned by the County a) Discuss County owned real estate containing underground water rights and interests. b) Discuss proposed sale of real estate on Inner Loop c) Discuss proposed trade of real estate adjacent to Chandler Rd. and CR 130 d) Discuss proposed exchange of property with Mr. Kruger e) Discuss real estate at 355 Texas Ave. f) Discuss the proposed sale of portion of county property on Inner Loop opposite Maintenance Building. g) Discuss the proposed sale of portion of county property by Jester Annex h) Discuss the proposed sale of excess right-of-way on Hwy 79 abutting 79 Business Park i) Discuss abandoning row on CR 359 C. Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman.
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.) A. Real Estate Owned by Third Parties 1. Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential purchase or lease of property owned by third parties a) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for right-of-way for SH 195 b) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for proposed SH 29 project. c) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop. d) Discuss possible acquisition of property with endangered species for mitigation purposes. e) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Sneed Loop f) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Neenah Blvd. g) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 119 h) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Tradesman Park. i) Discuss the acquisition of real property for proposed CR 110 project. (All sections) j) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 258 k) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Kruger property exchange (3901 CR 130 Hutto, TX) l) Discuss the acquisition of real property: Arterial H. m) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities. n) Discuss the acquisition of real property for the Williamson County Expo Center. o) Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests on CR 240. p) Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. q) Discuss the acquisition of real property from Taylor ISD and WILCO Park Foundation for the East Wilco Park Access Road. r) Discuss the acquisition of real property from the Andice Cemetery. B. Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County 1). Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential sale or lease of property owned by the County a) Discuss County owned real estate containing underground water rights and interests. b) Discuss proposed sale of real estate on Inner Loop c) Discuss proposed trade of real estate adjacent to Chandler Rd. and CR 130 d) Discuss proposed exchange of property with Mr. Kruger e) Discuss real estate at 355 Texas Ave. f) Discuss the proposed sale of portion of county property on Inner Loop opposite Maintenance Building. g) Discuss the proposed sale of portion of county property by Jester Annex h) Discuss the proposed sale of excess right-of-way on Hwy 79 abutting 79 Business Park i) Discuss abandoning row on CR 359 C. Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman.

35. 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) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division d) Employee/personnel related matters e) 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. f) 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 g) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District h) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters; i) Cause No. D-1-GN-15-000875, Houston v. Bank of America et al, In The District Court of Travis County, Texas, 345th Judicial District j) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division k) Notice of Claim - In Re Jessica Palmer l) Floodplain Regulation Issue m) Carolyn Barnes v. Austin American Statesman, et al; Cause # D-1-GN-15-002626, in the 353rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas n) Carolyn Barnes, et al v. Texas Attorney General, et al; Cause # D-1-GN-15-000877, in the 419th Judicial District Court of Travis County o) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-00679-RP, OCA-Great Houston and Mallika Das v. State of Texas, Et Al., In the United States District Court for the Western District p) Notice of Claim – In Re Ray Steven Rose q) Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal r) Utility damage claim that occurred on or about 02/19/2014 on CR 488 (Claim # TXPR141360) s) Claim for overpayment – Timothy Wright t) Medical subrogation lien settlement offer related to covered person in County’s health benefits plan. u) Potential claims and litigation against Volkswagen and Audi related to Volkswagen and Audi emission control systems on diesel engine vehicles in the period 2009 – 2015
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) Civil Action No.1:13- CV- 505, Robert Lloyd v. Lisa Birkman, et al, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division d) Employee/personnel related matters e) 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. f) 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 g) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District h) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters; i) Cause No. D-1-GN-15-000875, Houston v. Bank of America et al, In The District Court of Travis County, Texas, 345th Judicial District j) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division k) Notice of Claim - In Re Jessica Palmer l) Floodplain Regulation Issue m) Carolyn Barnes v. Austin American Statesman, et al; Cause # D-1-GN-15-002626, in the 353rd Judicial District Court of Travis County, Texas n) Carolyn Barnes, et al v. Texas Attorney General, et al; Cause # D-1-GN-15-000877, in the 419th Judicial District Court of Travis County o) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-00679-RP, OCA-Great Houston and Mallika Das v. State of Texas, Et Al., In the United States District Court for the Western District p) Notice of Claim – In Re Ray Steven Rose q) Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal r) Utility damage claim that occurred on or about 02/19/2014 on CR 488 (Claim # TXPR141360) s) Claim for overpayment – Timothy Wright t) Medical subrogation lien settlement offer related to covered person in County’s health benefits plan. u) Potential claims and litigation against Volkswagen and Audi related to Volkswagen and Audi emission control systems on diesel engine vehicles in the period 2009 – 2015

36. Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors, employees and/or positions, including but not limited to conducting deliberation and discussion pertaining to annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters).
Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors, employees and/or positions, including but not limited to conducting deliberation and discussion pertaining to annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters).