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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT May 11, 2021 9:30 A.M.
The Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas will meet in regular session in the Commissioners Courtroom, 710 Main Street, in Georgetown, Texas to consider the following items:
1. Review and approval of minutes.
2. 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.
3. Public Comment Period. The Commissioners Court will conduct a Public Comment Period to allow members of the public to address the Court regarding matters pertaining to or affecting Williamson County but that do not appear as an Agenda Item on a meeting’s Agenda. During such Public Comment Period, speakers shall be limited to a maximum of two (2) minutes to make his/her remarks and the maximum overall discussion time allowed for the Public Comment Period, regardless of the number of members of the public wishing to address the Court during such period, shall be limited to ten (10) minutes. Speaking time, to the extent possible, will be evenly allocated among speakers should more than five (5) speakers desire to speak during the Public Comment Period. Please note that the members of the Court may not comment at the meeting about matters that are not on the agenda.
1. Review and approval of minutes.
2. 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.
3. Public Comment Period. The Commissioners Court will conduct a Public Comment Period to allow members of the public to address the Court regarding matters pertaining to or affecting Williamson County but that do not appear as an Agenda Item on a meeting’s Agenda. During such Public Comment Period, speakers shall be limited to a maximum of two (2) minutes to make his/her remarks and the maximum overall discussion time allowed for the Public Comment Period, regardless of the number of members of the public wishing to address the Court during such period, shall be limited to ten (10) minutes. Speaking time, to the extent possible, will be evenly allocated among speakers should more than five (5) speakers desire to speak during the Public Comment Period. Please note that the members of the Court may not comment at the meeting about matters that are not on the 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 4 – 28 )
REGULAR AGENDA
29. Hear presentation from Alvin Lankford, Chief Appraiser, Williamson Central Appraisal District.
30. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 2021 as Elder Abuse Prevention Month in Williamson County.
31. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 9-15, 2021 as National Prevention Week in Williamson County.
32. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on the Wilco Forward grant program, setting budget priorities in relation to remaining CARES Act funds and American Rescue Plan funding, as well as possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act and American Rescue Plan funds.
33. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on increasing the Over 65 Property Tax Exemption from $30,000 to $50,000 and the Disabled Person Exemption from $20,000 to $25,000.
34. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the process to begin a Request for Qualifications for Strategic Plan Consulting Services.
38. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a memorandum of understanding between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Williamson County Emergency Medical Services.
39. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on hiring a consultant firm to provide administration over our 457B program, as well as appointing an oversight committee.
40. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on updates to the Employee Policy Manual to be effective October 1, 2021.
41. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team.
42. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Mobile Outreach Team.
43. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an agreement between Williamson County and Security Design, Inc. dba Cornerstone Detention for an Upgrade to Guard1 Real Time System in the not-to-exceed amount of $9,437.00 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
45. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application for archeological survey permit, obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the environmental investigations on the FM 3349 / US 79 Interchange project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
46. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a relocation claim with Raymond and Pamela Cantrell (Parcel 45) for the actual moving costs associated with the right of way acqusition for the Liberty Hill Bypass project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P346
29. Hear presentation from Alvin Lankford, Chief Appraiser, Williamson Central Appraisal District.
30. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 2021 as Elder Abuse Prevention Month in Williamson County.
31. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 9-15, 2021 as National Prevention Week in Williamson County.
32. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on the Wilco Forward grant program, setting budget priorities in relation to remaining CARES Act funds and American Rescue Plan funding, as well as possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act and American Rescue Plan funds.
33. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on increasing the Over 65 Property Tax Exemption from $30,000 to $50,000 and the Disabled Person Exemption from $20,000 to $25,000.
34. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the process to begin a Request for Qualifications for Strategic Plan Consulting Services.
38. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a memorandum of understanding between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Williamson County Emergency Medical Services.
39. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on hiring a consultant firm to provide administration over our 457B program, as well as appointing an oversight committee.
40. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on updates to the Employee Policy Manual to be effective October 1, 2021.
41. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team.
42. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Mobile Outreach Team.
43. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an agreement between Williamson County and Security Design, Inc. dba Cornerstone Detention for an Upgrade to Guard1 Real Time System in the not-to-exceed amount of $9,437.00 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
45. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application for archeological survey permit, obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the environmental investigations on the FM 3349 / US 79 Interchange project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
46. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a relocation claim with Raymond and Pamela Cantrell (Parcel 45) for the actual moving costs associated with the right of way acqusition for the Liberty Hill Bypass project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P346
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)."
REGULAR AGENDA (continued)
The Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas will meet in regular session in the Commissioners Courtroom, 710 Main Street, in Georgetown, Texas to consider the following items:
1. Review and approval of minutes.
2. 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.
3. Public Comment Period. The Commissioners Court will conduct a Public Comment Period to allow members of the public to address the Court regarding matters pertaining to or affecting Williamson County but that do not appear as an Agenda Item on a meeting’s Agenda. During such Public Comment Period, speakers shall be limited to a maximum of two (2) minutes to make his/her remarks and the maximum overall discussion time allowed for the Public Comment Period, regardless of the number of members of the public wishing to address the Court during such period, shall be limited to ten (10) minutes. Speaking time, to the extent possible, will be evenly allocated among speakers should more than five (5) speakers desire to speak during the Public Comment Period. Please note that the members of the Court may not comment at the meeting about matters that are not on the agenda.
1. Review and approval of minutes.
2. 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.
3. Public Comment Period. The Commissioners Court will conduct a Public Comment Period to allow members of the public to address the Court regarding matters pertaining to or affecting Williamson County but that do not appear as an Agenda Item on a meeting’s Agenda. During such Public Comment Period, speakers shall be limited to a maximum of two (2) minutes to make his/her remarks and the maximum overall discussion time allowed for the Public Comment Period, regardless of the number of members of the public wishing to address the Court during such period, shall be limited to ten (10) minutes. Speaking time, to the extent possible, will be evenly allocated among speakers should more than five (5) speakers desire to speak during the Public Comment Period. Please note that the members of the Court may not comment at the meeting about matters that are not on the 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 4 – 28 )
REGULAR AGENDA
29. Hear presentation from Alvin Lankford, Chief Appraiser, Williamson Central Appraisal District.
30. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 2021 as Elder Abuse Prevention Month in Williamson County.
31. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 9-15, 2021 as National Prevention Week in Williamson County.
32. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on the Wilco Forward grant program, setting budget priorities in relation to remaining CARES Act funds and American Rescue Plan funding, as well as possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act and American Rescue Plan funds.
33. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on increasing the Over 65 Property Tax Exemption from $30,000 to $50,000 and the Disabled Person Exemption from $20,000 to $25,000.
34. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the process to begin a Request for Qualifications for Strategic Plan Consulting Services.
38. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a memorandum of understanding between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Williamson County Emergency Medical Services.
39. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on hiring a consultant firm to provide administration over our 457B program, as well as appointing an oversight committee.
40. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on updates to the Employee Policy Manual to be effective October 1, 2021.
41. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team.
42. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Mobile Outreach Team.
43. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an agreement between Williamson County and Security Design, Inc. dba Cornerstone Detention for an Upgrade to Guard1 Real Time System in the not-to-exceed amount of $9,437.00 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
45. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application for archeological survey permit, obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the environmental investigations on the FM 3349 / US 79 Interchange project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
46. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a relocation claim with Raymond and Pamela Cantrell (Parcel 45) for the actual moving costs associated with the right of way acqusition for the Liberty Hill Bypass project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P346
29. Hear presentation from Alvin Lankford, Chief Appraiser, Williamson Central Appraisal District.
30. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 2021 as Elder Abuse Prevention Month in Williamson County.
31. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 9-15, 2021 as National Prevention Week in Williamson County.
32. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on the Wilco Forward grant program, setting budget priorities in relation to remaining CARES Act funds and American Rescue Plan funding, as well as possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act and American Rescue Plan funds.
33. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on increasing the Over 65 Property Tax Exemption from $30,000 to $50,000 and the Disabled Person Exemption from $20,000 to $25,000.
34. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the process to begin a Request for Qualifications for Strategic Plan Consulting Services.
38. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a memorandum of understanding between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Williamson County Emergency Medical Services.
39. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on hiring a consultant firm to provide administration over our 457B program, as well as appointing an oversight committee.
40. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on updates to the Employee Policy Manual to be effective October 1, 2021.
41. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team.
42. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Mobile Outreach Team.
43. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an agreement between Williamson County and Security Design, Inc. dba Cornerstone Detention for an Upgrade to Guard1 Real Time System in the not-to-exceed amount of $9,437.00 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
45. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application for archeological survey permit, obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the environmental investigations on the FM 3349 / US 79 Interchange project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
46. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a relocation claim with Raymond and Pamela Cantrell (Parcel 45) for the actual moving costs associated with the right of way acqusition for the Liberty Hill Bypass project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P346
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)."
REGULAR AGENDA (continued)
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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT May 11, 2021 9:30 A.M.
The Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas will meet in regular session in the Commissioners Courtroom, 710 Main Street, in Georgetown, Texas to consider the following items:
1. Review and approval of minutes.
2. 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.
3. Public Comment Period. The Commissioners Court will conduct a Public Comment Period to allow members of the public to address the Court regarding matters pertaining to or affecting Williamson County but that do not appear as an Agenda Item on a meeting’s Agenda. During such Public Comment Period, speakers shall be limited to a maximum of two (2) minutes to make his/her remarks and the maximum overall discussion time allowed for the Public Comment Period, regardless of the number of members of the public wishing to address the Court during such period, shall be limited to ten (10) minutes. Speaking time, to the extent possible, will be evenly allocated among speakers should more than five (5) speakers desire to speak during the Public Comment Period. Please note that the members of the Court may not comment at the meeting about matters that are not on the agenda.
1. Review and approval of minutes.
2. 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.
3. Public Comment Period. The Commissioners Court will conduct a Public Comment Period to allow members of the public to address the Court regarding matters pertaining to or affecting Williamson County but that do not appear as an Agenda Item on a meeting’s Agenda. During such Public Comment Period, speakers shall be limited to a maximum of two (2) minutes to make his/her remarks and the maximum overall discussion time allowed for the Public Comment Period, regardless of the number of members of the public wishing to address the Court during such period, shall be limited to ten (10) minutes. Speaking time, to the extent possible, will be evenly allocated among speakers should more than five (5) speakers desire to speak during the Public Comment Period. Please note that the members of the Court may not comment at the meeting about matters that are not on the 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 4 – 28 )
REGULAR AGENDA
29. Hear presentation from Alvin Lankford, Chief Appraiser, Williamson Central Appraisal District.
30. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 2021 as Elder Abuse Prevention Month in Williamson County.
31. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 9-15, 2021 as National Prevention Week in Williamson County.
32. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on the Wilco Forward grant program, setting budget priorities in relation to remaining CARES Act funds and American Rescue Plan funding, as well as possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act and American Rescue Plan funds.
33. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on increasing the Over 65 Property Tax Exemption from $30,000 to $50,000 and the Disabled Person Exemption from $20,000 to $25,000.
34. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the process to begin a Request for Qualifications for Strategic Plan Consulting Services.
38. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a memorandum of understanding between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Williamson County Emergency Medical Services.
39. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on hiring a consultant firm to provide administration over our 457B program, as well as appointing an oversight committee.
40. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on updates to the Employee Policy Manual to be effective October 1, 2021.
41. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team.
42. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Mobile Outreach Team.
43. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an agreement between Williamson County and Security Design, Inc. dba Cornerstone Detention for an Upgrade to Guard1 Real Time System in the not-to-exceed amount of $9,437.00 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
45. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application for archeological survey permit, obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the environmental investigations on the FM 3349 / US 79 Interchange project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
46. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a relocation claim with Raymond and Pamela Cantrell (Parcel 45) for the actual moving costs associated with the right of way acqusition for the Liberty Hill Bypass project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P346
29. Hear presentation from Alvin Lankford, Chief Appraiser, Williamson Central Appraisal District.
30. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 2021 as Elder Abuse Prevention Month in Williamson County.
31. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 9-15, 2021 as National Prevention Week in Williamson County.
32. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on the Wilco Forward grant program, setting budget priorities in relation to remaining CARES Act funds and American Rescue Plan funding, as well as possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act and American Rescue Plan funds.
33. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on increasing the Over 65 Property Tax Exemption from $30,000 to $50,000 and the Disabled Person Exemption from $20,000 to $25,000.
34. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the process to begin a Request for Qualifications for Strategic Plan Consulting Services.
38. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a memorandum of understanding between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Williamson County Emergency Medical Services.
39. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on hiring a consultant firm to provide administration over our 457B program, as well as appointing an oversight committee.
40. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on updates to the Employee Policy Manual to be effective October 1, 2021.
41. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team.
42. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Mobile Outreach Team.
43. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an agreement between Williamson County and Security Design, Inc. dba Cornerstone Detention for an Upgrade to Guard1 Real Time System in the not-to-exceed amount of $9,437.00 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
45. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application for archeological survey permit, obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the environmental investigations on the FM 3349 / US 79 Interchange project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
46. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a relocation claim with Raymond and Pamela Cantrell (Parcel 45) for the actual moving costs associated with the right of way acqusition for the Liberty Hill Bypass project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P346
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)."
REGULAR AGENDA (continued)
The Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas will meet in regular session in the Commissioners Courtroom, 710 Main Street, in Georgetown, Texas to consider the following items:
1. Review and approval of minutes.
2. 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.
3. Public Comment Period. The Commissioners Court will conduct a Public Comment Period to allow members of the public to address the Court regarding matters pertaining to or affecting Williamson County but that do not appear as an Agenda Item on a meeting’s Agenda. During such Public Comment Period, speakers shall be limited to a maximum of two (2) minutes to make his/her remarks and the maximum overall discussion time allowed for the Public Comment Period, regardless of the number of members of the public wishing to address the Court during such period, shall be limited to ten (10) minutes. Speaking time, to the extent possible, will be evenly allocated among speakers should more than five (5) speakers desire to speak during the Public Comment Period. Please note that the members of the Court may not comment at the meeting about matters that are not on the agenda.
1. Review and approval of minutes.
2. 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.
3. Public Comment Period. The Commissioners Court will conduct a Public Comment Period to allow members of the public to address the Court regarding matters pertaining to or affecting Williamson County but that do not appear as an Agenda Item on a meeting’s Agenda. During such Public Comment Period, speakers shall be limited to a maximum of two (2) minutes to make his/her remarks and the maximum overall discussion time allowed for the Public Comment Period, regardless of the number of members of the public wishing to address the Court during such period, shall be limited to ten (10) minutes. Speaking time, to the extent possible, will be evenly allocated among speakers should more than five (5) speakers desire to speak during the Public Comment Period. Please note that the members of the Court may not comment at the meeting about matters that are not on the 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 4 – 28 )
REGULAR AGENDA
29. Hear presentation from Alvin Lankford, Chief Appraiser, Williamson Central Appraisal District.
30. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 2021 as Elder Abuse Prevention Month in Williamson County.
31. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 9-15, 2021 as National Prevention Week in Williamson County.
32. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on the Wilco Forward grant program, setting budget priorities in relation to remaining CARES Act funds and American Rescue Plan funding, as well as possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act and American Rescue Plan funds.
33. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on increasing the Over 65 Property Tax Exemption from $30,000 to $50,000 and the Disabled Person Exemption from $20,000 to $25,000.
34. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the process to begin a Request for Qualifications for Strategic Plan Consulting Services.
38. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a memorandum of understanding between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Williamson County Emergency Medical Services.
39. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on hiring a consultant firm to provide administration over our 457B program, as well as appointing an oversight committee.
40. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on updates to the Employee Policy Manual to be effective October 1, 2021.
41. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team.
42. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Mobile Outreach Team.
43. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an agreement between Williamson County and Security Design, Inc. dba Cornerstone Detention for an Upgrade to Guard1 Real Time System in the not-to-exceed amount of $9,437.00 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
45. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application for archeological survey permit, obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the environmental investigations on the FM 3349 / US 79 Interchange project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
46. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a relocation claim with Raymond and Pamela Cantrell (Parcel 45) for the actual moving costs associated with the right of way acqusition for the Liberty Hill Bypass project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P346
29. Hear presentation from Alvin Lankford, Chief Appraiser, Williamson Central Appraisal District.
30. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 2021 as Elder Abuse Prevention Month in Williamson County.
31. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on proclaiming May 9-15, 2021 as National Prevention Week in Williamson County.
32. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on the Wilco Forward grant program, setting budget priorities in relation to remaining CARES Act funds and American Rescue Plan funding, as well as possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act and American Rescue Plan funds.
33. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on increasing the Over 65 Property Tax Exemption from $30,000 to $50,000 and the Disabled Person Exemption from $20,000 to $25,000.
34. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the process to begin a Request for Qualifications for Strategic Plan Consulting Services.
38. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a memorandum of understanding between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Williamson County Emergency Medical Services.
39. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on hiring a consultant firm to provide administration over our 457B program, as well as appointing an oversight committee.
40. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on updates to the Employee Policy Manual to be effective October 1, 2021.
41. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional revenues for the Mobile Outreach Team.
42. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on an order declaring an emergency and a grave necessity due to unforeseeable circumstances and approve a budget amendment to acknowledge additional expenditures for the Mobile Outreach Team.
43. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving an agreement between Williamson County and Security Design, Inc. dba Cornerstone Detention for an Upgrade to Guard1 Real Time System in the not-to-exceed amount of $9,437.00 and authorizing the execution of this agreement.
45. Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding an Antiquities Permit Application for archeological survey permit, obtained as part of the Texas Historical Commission permit process required as part of the environmental investigations on the FM 3349 / US 79 Interchange project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct. 4.
46. Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a relocation claim with Raymond and Pamela Cantrell (Parcel 45) for the actual moving costs associated with the right of way acqusition for the Liberty Hill Bypass project. Funding Source: Road Bonds P346
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)."
REGULAR AGENDA (continued)
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