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.
5. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action for a line item transfer for the Tax A/C.
6. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on budget line item transfer for Juvenile Services.
7. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, positition grade changes and any corresponding line item tranfers.
8. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) 2011 Ford Crown Victoria, (1) 2008 Dodge Durango, (2) 2007 Dodge Charger's, (1) 2008 Chevy Malibu, (1) 2013 Chevy Tahoe, (1) 2009 Ford Crown Vic, (11) Chair's, (3) TV's, (1) Credenza, (2) Desks, (2) Tables, (8) Filing Shelves, (1) Flag Base, (1) Printer, (1) Box of misc. office supplies, (7) Filing cabinets, (1) Keyboard, (6) Desktops (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
9. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including (7) Chairs, (1) 2017 Ford Escape, (1) 2006 Ford F150 (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
10. Discuss, consider and take action on approving the Investment Reports for the Quarter ending September 30, 2017 which was approved by the Investment Committee on October 24, 2017 and the Annual Investment Committee Education Report.
11. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval or ratification of monthly Treasurer's Report on Williamson County Finances for September 2017 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §114.026.
12. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with City View Bible Church (Traffic control at church in Round Rock)
14. Discuss consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Couplandia subdivision - Pct 4
17. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Letter of Transfer/Ownership to the Center for Archeological Research (CAR), for archeological collections (specimens and/or records) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process on Southwest Bypass Segment 1, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 3.
18. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Supplemental Standard Utility Agreement between Atmos Energy and Williamson County for utility relocations on CR 110 South, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
19. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Letter of Transfer/Ownership to the Center for Archaeological Research for archaeological collections (specimens and/or records) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process on the Bagdad Road at CR 278 project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 2.
20. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 4 to the RM 620 Phase 2 contract between Williamson County and Halff Associates, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. Project: P235. Funding Source: Road Bonds.
21. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 1 to the CR 176 @ RM 2243 contract between Williamson County and Rogers Design Services, PLLC relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. Project: P241. Funding Source: Road Bonds.
22. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Budget Transfer Request to close LTP Corridor Study (P456) and move the remaining funds of $16,040 to LTP ROW (P457). Also, to allocate $10.0 million ($7.0 from the General Fund budget and $3.0 million from the Road & Bridge budget) for the Transportation Corridor Program to LTP ROW (P457) of $2.0 million, Corridor A1/FM1660 (P458) of $2.7 million, Corridor C/SH29 Bypass (P459) of $0.8 million, Corridor E1/FM3349 (P460) of $2.5 million, Corridor F/US183 (P461) of $1.0 million and Corridor H/Sam Bass Road (P462) of $1.0 million.
27. Discuss, consider, and take action on transfer of PCN 1260 from Sheriff's Office (Dept 560) to Juvenile Services (Dept 576) effective date 10/01/2017.
28. Discuss, consider, and take action on transfer of PCN 1061 from Juvenile Services (Dept 576) to Sheriff's Office (Dept 560) effective date 10/01/2017.
30. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action extending Billing Services, Proposal #13RFP00101, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of November 17, 2017 - November 16, 2018, with DM Medical Billings, LLC.
31. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Concession Services for Expo Center under RFP # 1710-198.
32. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Horse Stalls for Expo Center under IFB # 1710-199.
33. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ # 1702-146, for A/E Services for Juvenile Justice Center Expansion to the best qualifying firm, BLGY Inc., and authorizing execution of the professional services agreement.
34. 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) Project Columbus Balbo e) Mega Site f) Texas State Gold Depository g) Project New World h) Coop District Development i) Project Amazon j) Project Valero
35. 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 the acquisition of real property for right-of-way for N. Mays St. Extension b) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop. c) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 176 at RM 2243 d) Discuss the acquisition of real property with endangered species for mitigation purposes. e) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 101 f) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 111 g) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 278 at Bagdad Rd. h) Discuss the acquisition of real property for proposed CR 110 project. (All sections) i) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities. j) Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. k) Discuss acquisition of property located at NEC of Toll 130 and Gattis School Rd. l) Discuss the acquisition of a drainage easement for CR 108. m) Discuss easement acquisitions from San Gabriel River Ranch Subdivision. n) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 278 @ Bagdad Rd. o) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Seward Junction SE Loop. p) Discuss the acquisition of real property for US 183. q) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Hairy Man Rd. r) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW Bypass. s) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Crossroad Acres. t) Discuss proposed acquisition of real property on CR 138. u) Discuss proposed acquisition of real property at Highland Springs Lane. v) Discuss Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd. w) Discuss Cedar Hollow low water crossings and Lost River. x) Discuss the acquisition of real property- Condra Funeral Home- Taylor, Texas y) Discuss the acquisition of real property- S&D Plumbing- Taylor, Texas z) Discuss the acquistiion of Real Estate for Tower Site. 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 possible sale of 183 A excess right of way c) Discuss proposed sale of real estate of Blue Springs Blvd d) Discuss transfer of right of way for Westinghouse Rd. to the City of Georgetown. e) Discuss wastewater easements in Berry Springs Park f) Discuss Development Agreement with Ashby Capital Investments, LLC g) Discuss sale of County property on Ronald Reagan Blvd. h) Discuss abandonment of County property on CR 123. i) Discuss possible sale or exchange of property at 350 Exchange Boulevard, Hutto, Texas j) Discuss possible sale of +/- 10 acres located on Chandler Road near the County Sheriff's Office Training Facility k) Discuss possible sale/disposition of a portion of CR 117. l) Discuss possible sale or exchange of property to LCRA. m) Discuss sale of property adjacent to Blue Springs Boulevard, Georgetown, Texas. C. Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman.
36. 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) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District g) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters; h) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division i) 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 j) Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal k) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop l) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division m) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline n) Case No. 1:17-cv-00290, Rodney A. Hurdsman v. Williamson County Sheriff Deputies Pokluda et al, In The Unites States District Court For The Western District of Texas – Austin Division. o) Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-153-SS, Royce Belcher v. Williamson County, Texas, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division. p) Tax Increment Financing Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Hutto with respect to a proposed tax increment reinvestment zone (TIRZ) in Hutto, Teaxas. q) Claim of AT&T Corp. for Damages to Aerial Fiber Optic Cable and Pole at Hwy 29 and CR 366 r) Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center construction issues. s) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
37. 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).
38. 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).
Oct 31, 2017 Commissioners Court - Regular Session
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.
5. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action for a line item transfer for the Tax A/C.
6. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on budget line item transfer for Juvenile Services.
7. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving compensation changes, position titles changes, positition grade changes and any corresponding line item tranfers.
8. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through auction including (1) 2011 Ford Crown Victoria, (1) 2008 Dodge Durango, (2) 2007 Dodge Charger's, (1) 2008 Chevy Malibu, (1) 2013 Chevy Tahoe, (1) 2009 Ford Crown Vic, (11) Chair's, (3) TV's, (1) Credenza, (2) Desks, (2) Tables, (8) Filing Shelves, (1) Flag Base, (1) Printer, (1) Box of misc. office supplies, (7) Filing cabinets, (1) Keyboard, (6) Desktops (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
9. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the disposal of various county assets through inter-departmental transfer including (7) Chairs, (1) 2017 Ford Escape, (1) 2006 Ford F150 (see attached lists) pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't code 263.152.
10. Discuss, consider and take action on approving the Investment Reports for the Quarter ending September 30, 2017 which was approved by the Investment Committee on October 24, 2017 and the Annual Investment Committee Education Report.
11. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval or ratification of monthly Treasurer's Report on Williamson County Finances for September 2017 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §114.026.
12. Discuss, consider and take any appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with City View Bible Church (Traffic control at church in Round Rock)
14. Discuss consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Couplandia subdivision - Pct 4
17. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Letter of Transfer/Ownership to the Center for Archeological Research (CAR), for archeological collections (specimens and/or records) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process on Southwest Bypass Segment 1, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 3.
18. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Supplemental Standard Utility Agreement between Atmos Energy and Williamson County for utility relocations on CR 110 South, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
19. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a Letter of Transfer/Ownership to the Center for Archaeological Research for archaeological collections (specimens and/or records) obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process on the Bagdad Road at CR 278 project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 2.
20. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 4 to the RM 620 Phase 2 contract between Williamson County and Halff Associates, Inc. relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. Project: P235. Funding Source: Road Bonds.
21. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Contract Amendment No. 1 to the CR 176 @ RM 2243 contract between Williamson County and Rogers Design Services, PLLC relating to the 2013 Road Bond Program. Project: P241. Funding Source: Road Bonds.
22. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving Budget Transfer Request to close LTP Corridor Study (P456) and move the remaining funds of $16,040 to LTP ROW (P457). Also, to allocate $10.0 million ($7.0 from the General Fund budget and $3.0 million from the Road & Bridge budget) for the Transportation Corridor Program to LTP ROW (P457) of $2.0 million, Corridor A1/FM1660 (P458) of $2.7 million, Corridor C/SH29 Bypass (P459) of $0.8 million, Corridor E1/FM3349 (P460) of $2.5 million, Corridor F/US183 (P461) of $1.0 million and Corridor H/Sam Bass Road (P462) of $1.0 million.
27. Discuss, consider, and take action on transfer of PCN 1260 from Sheriff's Office (Dept 560) to Juvenile Services (Dept 576) effective date 10/01/2017.
28. Discuss, consider, and take action on transfer of PCN 1061 from Juvenile Services (Dept 576) to Sheriff's Office (Dept 560) effective date 10/01/2017.
30. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action extending Billing Services, Proposal #13RFP00101, for the same pricing, terms and conditions as the existing contract for the term of November 17, 2017 - November 16, 2018, with DM Medical Billings, LLC.
31. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed proposals for Concession Services for Expo Center under RFP # 1710-198.
32. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Purchasing Agent to advertise and receive sealed bids for Horse Stalls for Expo Center under IFB # 1710-199.
33. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on awarding RFQ # 1702-146, for A/E Services for Juvenile Justice Center Expansion to the best qualifying firm, BLGY Inc., and authorizing execution of the professional services agreement.
34. 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) Project Columbus Balbo e) Mega Site f) Texas State Gold Depository g) Project New World h) Coop District Development i) Project Amazon j) Project Valero
35. 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 the acquisition of real property for right-of-way for N. Mays St. Extension b) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop. c) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 176 at RM 2243 d) Discuss the acquisition of real property with endangered species for mitigation purposes. e) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 101 f) Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 111 g) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 278 at Bagdad Rd. h) Discuss the acquisition of real property for proposed CR 110 project. (All sections) i) Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities. j) Discuss the acquisition of Easement interests for the Brushy Creek Trail Project. k) Discuss acquisition of property located at NEC of Toll 130 and Gattis School Rd. l) Discuss the acquisition of a drainage easement for CR 108. m) Discuss easement acquisitions from San Gabriel River Ranch Subdivision. n) Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 278 @ Bagdad Rd. o) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Seward Junction SE Loop. p) Discuss the acquisition of real property for US 183. q) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Hairy Man Rd. r) Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW Bypass. s) Discuss the acquisition of real property for Crossroad Acres. t) Discuss proposed acquisition of real property on CR 138. u) Discuss proposed acquisition of real property at Highland Springs Lane. v) Discuss Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd. w) Discuss Cedar Hollow low water crossings and Lost River. x) Discuss the acquisition of real property- Condra Funeral Home- Taylor, Texas y) Discuss the acquisition of real property- S&D Plumbing- Taylor, Texas z) Discuss the acquistiion of Real Estate for Tower Site. 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 possible sale of 183 A excess right of way c) Discuss proposed sale of real estate of Blue Springs Blvd d) Discuss transfer of right of way for Westinghouse Rd. to the City of Georgetown. e) Discuss wastewater easements in Berry Springs Park f) Discuss Development Agreement with Ashby Capital Investments, LLC g) Discuss sale of County property on Ronald Reagan Blvd. h) Discuss abandonment of County property on CR 123. i) Discuss possible sale or exchange of property at 350 Exchange Boulevard, Hutto, Texas j) Discuss possible sale of +/- 10 acres located on Chandler Road near the County Sheriff's Office Training Facility k) Discuss possible sale/disposition of a portion of CR 117. l) Discuss possible sale or exchange of property to LCRA. m) Discuss sale of property adjacent to Blue Springs Boulevard, Georgetown, Texas. C. Consider intervention in lawsuit regarding de-listing of Bone Cave harvestman.
36. 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) Cause No. 15-0064-C277, Gordon v. Dollahite et al, In The District Court of Williamson County, Texas, 277th District g) County Road 241 utility and Right-of-Way Issues and matters; h) Civil Action No. 1:15-cv-431; Herman Crisp v. Williamson County, et al; In the USDC-WD-Austin Division i) 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 j) Appeal of IRS Proposed Worker Classification Changes and Proposed Tax Adjustments 2011 -2013; and Payment of Disputed Employment Taxes Pending Appeal k) Discuss proposed acquisition of property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop l) Civil Action; American Stewards of Liberty, et al. v. Sally Jewell, et al., In the Western District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division m) Berry Springs Park and Preserve pipeline n) Case No. 1:17-cv-00290, Rodney A. Hurdsman v. Williamson County Sheriff Deputies Pokluda et al, In The Unites States District Court For The Western District of Texas – Austin Division. o) Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-153-SS, Royce Belcher v. Williamson County, Texas, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division. p) Tax Increment Financing Agreement between Williamson County and the City of Hutto with respect to a proposed tax increment reinvestment zone (TIRZ) in Hutto, Teaxas. q) Claim of AT&T Corp. for Damages to Aerial Fiber Optic Cable and Pole at Hwy 29 and CR 366 r) Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Training Center construction issues. s) Application to Obtain New Municipal Solid Waste Permit – Proposed Permit No. 2398 (Applicant - Lealco, Inc.)
37. 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).
38. 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).