NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S COURT FEBRUARY 9TH, 2016 9:30 A.M.
1. 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.
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.
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.
23. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Georgetown regarding the SW Bypass.
25. Discuss, consider and take any necessary action regarding a request for partial closure, vacation and/or abandonment of a portion of Oak Branch Drive in Shady Oaks Estates, Georgetown, Texas pursuant to Tex. Transp. Code § 251.051 and construction of a requested cul-de-sac.
28. Discuss, consider and take any necessary action regarding a request for partial closure, vacation and/or abandonment of a portion of Robles Roja Drive in Shady Oaks Estates, Georgetown, Texas pursuant to Tex. Transp. Code § 251.051 and construction of a requested cul-de-sac.
31. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving service contract between SHI International and Williamson County Information Technology Services Department for General Security Consulting Services per DIR contract DIR-SDD-2188.
5. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Fleet Services.
6. Please discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the District Attorney's Office.
7. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a line item transfer for Mobile Outreach.
8. Receive and acknowledge Work Authorization No. 5 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between PaveTex Engineering and Testing, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 10, 2015 for On Call Geotechnical and Lab Testing Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
9. Receive and acknowledge Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 18, 2015 for On Call Geotechnical and Lab Testing Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
10. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (18) Computers, (8) Monitors, (2) Printers, (4) Flashlights, (2) Keyboards, (1) Hard Drive, (4) Chairs, (1) Docking Station, (complete list attached) pursuant to Texas Local Gov't Code §263.152.
11. Consider and note in the minutes the completion of the required 20 hours of continuing education for the County Clerk.
12. To note in minutes and acknowledge receipt of the Five Star Vital Registration Award by the County Clerk's office by the State Health Services Vita Statistics Unit of the Texas Department of Health on December 10th, 2015 in Austin.
13. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Investment Report for the Quarter ending December 31, 2015 which was approved by the Investment Committee on January 25, 2016.
15. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding request of Constable Precinct Four, for approval Paul Leal to open deputy constable position pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 86.011
16. Consider acknowledging and accepting of continuing education transcript for Commissioner Cynthia P. Long as required in Section 81.0025 of Local Government Code.
REGULAR AGENDA
19. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the transfer of 2006 GO Park Bond funds in the amount of $280.00 from 2006 GO Non Departmental (P164) to Twin Lakes Overnight Camp (P207).
20. Discuss and take appropriate action on an Assignment of Wastewater Easement to the City of Cedar Park.
21. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of Austin regarding Neenah Ave Utilities.
22. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of Austin regarding Neenah Avenue.
26. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Volunteer Stewardship Agreement with Austin Ridge Riders.
27. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting a $6,600 grant from PetSmart Charities to enhance the off-site adoption program of the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.
29. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Agreement regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies with Sugar Film Productions for filming in Williamson County for an HEB commercial.
32. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for Farm and Grazing Lease 343 Acres Agricultural Land near CR 131-Hutto, Bid # 1601-052.
33. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on exempting Daily-Wells Communications from the competitive bidding or proprosal requirements established by Section 262.024 (a) (7) of the Texas Local Government Code, and designating same as the sole distributor of the MINI Z Backscatter X-Ray Imaging System, manufactured by American Science and Engineering, Inc.
34. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the declaration of an emergency budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Justice of the Peace Court Security Fund.
30. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the addition of the Court Reporters Compensation policy to the Employee Policy Manual.
35. 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. e) Discuss Project Deliver
36. 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. s) Discuss accepting the donation of a Water Quality/Detention Pond on Avery Ranch Blvd. t) Discuss accepting donations of ROW for Busby Lane. u) Discuss an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Georgetown in regards to SW Bypass. v) Discuss an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Austin regarding Neenah Ave. w) Discuss an Assignment of Wastewater Easement to the City of Cedar Park. 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 j) Discuss possible sale of 183 A excess right of way k) Discuss proposed sale of real estate of Blue Springs Blvd l) Discuss transfer of ROW on a portion of Williams Drive to the City of Georgetown m) Discuss abandonment of CR359. n) Discuss proposed land swap on East Old Settlers Blvd. o) Discuss proposed sale of an easement to Enterprise Crude Pipeline LLC. C. Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman.
37. 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) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division j) Floodplain Regulation Issue k) 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 l) 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 m) Notice of Claim – In Re Ray Steven Rose n) Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal o) Utility damage claim that occurred on or about 02/19/2014 on CR 488 (Claim # TXPR141360) p) Claim for overpayment – Timothy Wright q) 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 r) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop s) Employment law and regulations relating to court reporters. t) Jessica Smith claim u) Claims of Texas Association for Children and Families v) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division w) Legislative changes to firearms laws and possession of firearms on county property x) RQ-0061-KP – Request for Opinion Relating to Duty of County to Maintain Sidewalks and legal obligations relating to Sidewalks y) Law relating requests for the closure, abandonment or vacation of Robles Roja and Oak Branch Roads in the Shady Oaks Subdivision.
38. 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).
39. Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).
Feb 09, 2016 Commissioners Court - Regular Session
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S COURT FEBRUARY 9TH, 2016 9:30 A.M.
1. 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.
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.
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.
23. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Georgetown regarding the SW Bypass.
25. Discuss, consider and take any necessary action regarding a request for partial closure, vacation and/or abandonment of a portion of Oak Branch Drive in Shady Oaks Estates, Georgetown, Texas pursuant to Tex. Transp. Code § 251.051 and construction of a requested cul-de-sac.
28. Discuss, consider and take any necessary action regarding a request for partial closure, vacation and/or abandonment of a portion of Robles Roja Drive in Shady Oaks Estates, Georgetown, Texas pursuant to Tex. Transp. Code § 251.051 and construction of a requested cul-de-sac.
31. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving service contract between SHI International and Williamson County Information Technology Services Department for General Security Consulting Services per DIR contract DIR-SDD-2188.
5. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for Fleet Services.
6. Please discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the District Attorney's Office.
7. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve a line item transfer for Mobile Outreach.
8. Receive and acknowledge Work Authorization No. 5 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between PaveTex Engineering and Testing, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 10, 2015 for On Call Geotechnical and Lab Testing Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
9. Receive and acknowledge Work Authorization No. 1 under Williamson County Contract for Engineering Services between Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. and Williamson County dated February 18, 2015 for On Call Geotechnical and Lab Testing Services for Williamson County Road and Bridge.
10. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction, including (18) Computers, (8) Monitors, (2) Printers, (4) Flashlights, (2) Keyboards, (1) Hard Drive, (4) Chairs, (1) Docking Station, (complete list attached) pursuant to Texas Local Gov't Code §263.152.
11. Consider and note in the minutes the completion of the required 20 hours of continuing education for the County Clerk.
12. To note in minutes and acknowledge receipt of the Five Star Vital Registration Award by the County Clerk's office by the State Health Services Vita Statistics Unit of the Texas Department of Health on December 10th, 2015 in Austin.
13. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Investment Report for the Quarter ending December 31, 2015 which was approved by the Investment Committee on January 25, 2016.
15. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding request of Constable Precinct Four, for approval Paul Leal to open deputy constable position pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 86.011
16. Consider acknowledging and accepting of continuing education transcript for Commissioner Cynthia P. Long as required in Section 81.0025 of Local Government Code.
REGULAR AGENDA
19. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the transfer of 2006 GO Park Bond funds in the amount of $280.00 from 2006 GO Non Departmental (P164) to Twin Lakes Overnight Camp (P207).
20. Discuss and take appropriate action on an Assignment of Wastewater Easement to the City of Cedar Park.
21. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of Austin regarding Neenah Ave Utilities.
22. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of Austin regarding Neenah Avenue.
26. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on Volunteer Stewardship Agreement with Austin Ridge Riders.
27. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on accepting a $6,600 grant from PetSmart Charities to enhance the off-site adoption program of the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.
29. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Agreement regarding off-duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies with Sugar Film Productions for filming in Williamson County for an HEB commercial.
32. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive bids for Farm and Grazing Lease 343 Acres Agricultural Land near CR 131-Hutto, Bid # 1601-052.
33. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on exempting Daily-Wells Communications from the competitive bidding or proprosal requirements established by Section 262.024 (a) (7) of the Texas Local Government Code, and designating same as the sole distributor of the MINI Z Backscatter X-Ray Imaging System, manufactured by American Science and Engineering, Inc.
34. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the declaration of an emergency budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Justice of the Peace Court Security Fund.
30. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the addition of the Court Reporters Compensation policy to the Employee Policy Manual.
35. 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. e) Discuss Project Deliver
36. 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. s) Discuss accepting the donation of a Water Quality/Detention Pond on Avery Ranch Blvd. t) Discuss accepting donations of ROW for Busby Lane. u) Discuss an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Georgetown in regards to SW Bypass. v) Discuss an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Austin regarding Neenah Ave. w) Discuss an Assignment of Wastewater Easement to the City of Cedar Park. 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 j) Discuss possible sale of 183 A excess right of way k) Discuss proposed sale of real estate of Blue Springs Blvd l) Discuss transfer of ROW on a portion of Williams Drive to the City of Georgetown m) Discuss abandonment of CR359. n) Discuss proposed land swap on East Old Settlers Blvd. o) Discuss proposed sale of an easement to Enterprise Crude Pipeline LLC. C. Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman.
37. 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) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division j) Floodplain Regulation Issue k) 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 l) 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 m) Notice of Claim – In Re Ray Steven Rose n) Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal o) Utility damage claim that occurred on or about 02/19/2014 on CR 488 (Claim # TXPR141360) p) Claim for overpayment – Timothy Wright q) 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 r) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop s) Employment law and regulations relating to court reporters. t) Jessica Smith claim u) Claims of Texas Association for Children and Families v) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division w) Legislative changes to firearms laws and possession of firearms on county property x) RQ-0061-KP – Request for Opinion Relating to Duty of County to Maintain Sidewalks and legal obligations relating to Sidewalks y) Law relating requests for the closure, abandonment or vacation of Robles Roja and Oak Branch Roads in the Shady Oaks Subdivision.
38. 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).
39. Discuss the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices in relation to the Williamson County Justice Center (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.076).
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