On the agenda: Austin Voting Session — DATA CENTER (Dec 21)

MINUTES OF MEETING DECEMBER 21, 2010
TRAVIS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ COURT
On Tuesday, the 21st day of December 2010, the Commissioners’ Court convened the
Voting Session at 9:16 AM in the Commissioners’ Courtroom, 1st Floor of the Ned
Granger Administration Building, 314 West 11th Street, Austin, Texas. Dana
DeBeauvoir, County Clerk, was represented by Deputies Gillian Porter and Robert
Resnick.
The Commissioners Court record notes that Precinct Two Commissioner Sarah
Eckhardt and Precinct Four Commissioner Margaret Gómez were not present during
this Voting Session.
The Commissioners Court retired to Executive Session at 9:48 AM.
The Commissioners Court reconvened the Voting Session at 11:24 AM.
The Commissioners Court adjourned the Voting Session at 11:32 AM.
The Commissioners Court, meeting as the Northwest Travis County Road District #3
(Golden Triangle), convened at 11:32 AM and adjourned at 11:32 AM.
The Commissioners Court, meeting as the Travis County Bee Cave Road District #1
(Galleria), convened at 11:33 AM and adjourned at 11:33 AM.

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION

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PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.

RECEIVE COMMENTS ON THE RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 2 BLOCK A
KST/VOELKER TRACT FINAL PLAT IN PRECINCT ONE (RESUBDIVISION
FINAL PLAT – 2 TOTAL COMMERCIAL LOTS – 9.112 ACRES).
(COMMISSIONER DAVIS) (ACTION ITEM #22) (9:17 AM)

Clerk’s Note: This Item is a public hearing to receive comments. Please refer to
Agenda Item 22 for a summary of the action item.
Motion by Commissioner Davis and seconded by Commissioner Huber to open
the public hearing.
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

Members of the Court heard from: Anna Bowlin, Program Manager, Planning and
Engineering, Transportation and Natural Resources (TNR).

Motion by Commissioner Davis and seconded by Commissioner Huber to close
the public hearing.
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

CITIZENS COMMUNICATION
Members of the Court heard from: Rick Luna, Travis County Resident; Gus Peña,
Travis County Resident; Ronnie Gjemre, Travis County Resident; and Dr. John Kim,
Travis County Resident. (9:18 AM)

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CONSENT ITEMS
Members of the Court heard from: Ronnie Gjemre, Travis County Resident.
Motion by Commissioner Davis and seconded by Commissioner Huber to approve
the following Consent Items: C1-C3 and Items 3, 4, 5 (excluding Budget
Amendments A3 & A4), 6.B-D, 7, 8, 9, 11.A-D, 12, 13, 14, 16, 18.A&B, 19, 20, 21,
22, 23, 24, 26, and 27.A-L. (9:32 AM)
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

C1.

RECEIVE BIDS FROM COUNTY PURCHASING AGENT.

C2.

APPROVE PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND AUTHORIZE COUNTY TREASURER
TO INVEST COUNTY FUNDS.

C3.

APPROVE THE COMMISSIONERS COURT MINUTES FOR THE VOTING
SESSION OF DECEMBER 7, 2010.

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION

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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPT. ITEMS
2.

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON ITEMS RELATED THE
PROGRAM YEAR 2009 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE
EVALUATION REPORT FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT PROVIDED BY HUD: (9:40 AM)
A. REVIEW THE COMMENTS RECEIVED DURING THE PUBLIC COMMENT
PERIOD;
Members of the Court heard from: Sherri Fleming, Executive Manager, Travis
County Health, Human Services, and Veterans’ Services (TCHHS&VS).
Motion by Judge Biscoe and seconded by Commissioner Davis to approve Item
2.A, and to accept the public comments for inclusion in the document.
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

2.

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON ITEMS RELATED THE
PROGRAM YEAR 2009 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE
EVALUATION REPORT FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT PROVIDED BY HUD: (9:40 AM)
B. APPROVE THE FINAL DRAFT OF THE REPORT; AND
Members of the Court heard from: Sherri Fleming, Executive Manager,
TCHHS&VS.
Motion by Commissioner Davis and seconded by Commissioner Huber to approve
Item 2.B.
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION
2.

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CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON ITEMS RELATED THE
PROGRAM YEAR 2009 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE
EVALUATION REPORT FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT PROVIDED BY HUD: (9:40 AM)
C. APPROVE SUBMISSION TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND
URBAN DEVELOPMENT, SAN ANTONIO FIELD OFFICE, REGION VI.
Members of the Court heard from: Sherri Fleming, Executive Manager,
TCHHS&VS.
Motion by Commissioner Davis and seconded by Commissioner Huber to approve
Item 2.C.
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

3.

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON RESOLUTION
SUPPORTING THE CHILDREN’S OPTIMAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION.
(9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 3 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

4.

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON REQUEST TO
DESIGNATE SHERRI FLEMING, EXECUTIVE MANAGER FOR HEALTH AND
HUMAN SERVICES AND VETERANS SERVICE, AS THE TRAVIS COUNTY
EX OFFICIO REPRESENTATIVE TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE
AUSTIN ACHIEVEMENT ZONE (AAZ) INITIATIVE. (9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 4 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION

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PLANNING AND BUDGET DEPT. ITEMS
5.

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON BUDGET AMENDMENTS,
TRANSFERS AND DISCUSSION ITEMS. (9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 5 (excluding Budget Amendments A3 & A4) approved as part of the
Consent Motion. Please refer to CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s
Motion and Vote. Budget Amendments A3 & A4 pulled from the Agenda.

6.

REVIEW AND APPROVE REQUESTS REGARDING GRANT PROPOSALS,
APPLICATIONS, CONTRACTS AND PERMISSIONS TO CONTINUE:
(9:39 AM)
A. ANNUAL CONTRACT WITH COMING OF AGE (FORMERLY “RSVP”) TO
CONTINUE THE SENIORS AND VOLUNTEERS FOR CHILDHOOD
IMMUNIZATION PROGRAM IN HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AND
VETERANS SERVICE DEPARTMENT;
Members of the Court heard from: Ronnie Gjemre, Travis County Resident.
Motion by Judge Biscoe and seconded by Commissioner Davis to approve Item
6.A.
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION

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ITEM 6 CONTINUED
6.

REVIEW AND APPROVE REQUESTS REGARDING GRANT PROPOSALS,
APPLICATIONS, CONTRACTS AND PERMISSIONS TO CONTINUE:
(9:32 AM)
B. AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT WITH THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS THAT WILL PROVIDE HEALTH
AND HUMAN SERVICES AND VETERANS SERVICE WITH ADDITIONAL
RESOURCES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY WEATHERIZATION
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM;
C. AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT WITH THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
PUBLIC SAFETY TO CLOSEOUT THE 2008 URBAN AREA STRATEGIC
INITIATIVE GRANT THAT WILL REDUCE THE GRANT AWARD TO THE
SHERIFF’S OFFICE SO THAT THE UNSPENT BALANCE CAN BE USED
BY THE CITY OF AUSTIN FOR REGIONAL PROJECTS; AND
D. PERMISSION TO CONTINUE THE FAMILY VIOLENCE PROTECTION
TEAM PROGRAM IN THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE UNTIL AN
AGREEMENT IS FULLY EXECUTED.

Clerk’s Note: Items 6.B-D approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS ITEMS
7.

REVIEW AND APPROVE THE IMMEDIATE RELEASE OF REIMBURSEMENT
PAYMENT TO UNITED HEALTH CARE FOR CLAIMS PAID FOR
PARTICIPANTS IN THE TRAVIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE HEALTH CARE FUND
FOR PAYMENT OF $945,893.77 FOR THE PERIOD OF DECEMBER 3 TO
DECEMBER 9, 2010. (9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 7 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

8.

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON PROPOSED ROUTINE
PERSONNEL AMENDMENTS. (9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 8 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION
9.

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CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON REQUEST TO
AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY AUDITOR TO RELEASE AND COUNTY
TREASURER TO DISBURSE THE REMAINING AMOUNT OF THE CENTRAL
AUSTIN LAND PURCHASE PRICE, SETTLEMENT COSTS AND BROKER
COMMISSION ON OR PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE OF DECEMBER 29,
2010. (9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 9 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

10.

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION REGARDING COMMISSION
FOR UGL EQUIS IN CENTRAL AUSTIN LAND PURCHASE. (9:46 AM)
Members of the Court heard from: Susan Spataro, Travis County Auditor.
Motion by Judge Biscoe and seconded by Commissioner Huber to approve the
Core Team’s recommendation of 3%.
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

11.

yes
no
absent
yes
absent

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON PARKING LEASES FOR
THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: (9:32 AM)
A. RENEWAL OF LEASE WITH CENTRAL PARKING OF TEXAS, INC. FOR
SLOTS LOCATED AT THE 812 SAN ANTONIO GARAGE;
B. RENEWAL OF LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH STANDARD PARKING, INC.
FOR INCREASED NUMBER OF SLOTS AT THE PARKING GARAGE
LOCATED AT 9TH AND LAVACA STREET;
C. RENEWAL OF LEASE WITH TEXAS OIL AND GAS ASSOCIATION FOR
PARKING AT 1300 GUADALUPE STREET; AND
D. RENEWAL OF LEASE WITH CENTRAL PARKING OF TEXAS, INC. FOR
PARKING LOCATED AT 1250 GUADALUPE STREET.

Clerk’s Note: Items 11.A-D approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION
12.

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CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON REQUEST FROM THE
TRAVIS COUNTY FIRE ACADEMY FOR A REDUCED FEE TO USE THE
TRAVIS COUNTY EXPOSITION CENTER FOR CADET GRADUATION
CEREMONIES. (9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 12 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

13.

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON REQUEST TO APPROVE
A MINOR RENOVATION PROJECT AT THE PALM SQUARE FACILITY WITH
FUNDING TRANSFERRED FROM SAVINGS ON A COMPLETED PROJECT.
(9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 13 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY ITEMS
14.

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON TRAVIS COUNTY’S
STORMREADY APPLICATION TO THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE.
(9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 14 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

15.

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION REGARDING A
REALLOCATION OF EXISTING FUNDING TO SUPPORT A RESTRUCTURING
OF THE COMMITMENT TO CHANGE PROGRAM ADMINISTERED BY THE
COUNSELING AND EDUCATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT. (9:17 AM)
Item 15 pulled from the Agenda.

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION

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PURCHASING OFFICE ITEMS
16.

DECLARE LISTING OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT AS SURPLUS AND SELL AT
PUBLIC AUCTION PURSUANT TO SECTION 263.151 OF THE TEXAS LOCAL
GOVERNMENT CODE. (9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 16 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

17.

APPROVE CONTRACT AWARD FOR REFUSE COLLECTION COUNTYWIDE,
IFB NO. B110032-OJ, TO THE LOW BIDDER, WASTE MANAGEMENT OF
TEXAS, INC. (9:44 AM)
Members of the Court heard from: Cyd Grimes, Travis County Purchasing Agent.
Motion by Judge Biscoe and seconded by Commissioner Huber to approve Item
17.
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

18

yes
no
absent
yes
absent

A. APPROVE TWELVE-MONTH EXTENSIONS TO 44 CONTRACTS WITH
VARIOUS CONTRACTORS FOR SOCIAL SERVICES. SEE ATTACHMENT
A FOR LIST OF CONTRACTS; AND
B. AUTHORIZE COUNTY PURCHASING AGENT TO SIGN ALL
MODIFICATIONS LISTED ON ATTACHMENT A ON THE COURT'S
BEHALF. (9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Items 18.A&B approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

19

APPROVE CONTRACT AWARD FOR UNIFIED COMMUNICATIONS FROM
TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES THROUGH INX, INC.
(9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 19 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION

20.

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APPROVE MODIFICATION NO. 11 TO CONTRACT NO. 01T0069-OJ, FORTE,
INC. FOR MEDICAL AUDIT SERVICES. (9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 20 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

21.

APPROVE CONTRACT WITH CYRUS NETWORKS, LLC DBA CYRUSONE
FOR LEASE SPACE FOR DATA CENTER. (9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 21 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

TRANSPORTATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES DEPT. ITEMS
22.

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON THE RESUBDIVISION OF
LOT 2 BLOCK A KST/VOELKER TRACT FINAL PLAT IN PRECINCT ONE
(RESUBDIVISION FINAL PLAT – 2 TOTAL COMMERCIAL LOTS – 9.112
ACRES). COMMISSIONER DAVIS) (9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 22 is the action item for the public hearing on Agenda Item 1.
Clerk’s Note: Item 22 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

23.

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON A CASH SECURITY
AGREEMENT WITH HIGHLAND HOMES, AUSTIN FOR SIDEWALK FISCAL
FOR COMMONS AT ROWE LANE 2A LOT 14 BLOCK L IN PRECINCT TWO.
(COMMISSIONER ECKHARDT) (9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 23 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION

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OTHER ITEMS
24.

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON ACCEPTANCE OF A
DONATION OF $10,000 FROM THE DOWNTOWN AUSTIN ALLIANCE FOR
THE TRAVIS COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE. (9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 24 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

25.

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON LEGISLATIVE MATTERS,
INCLUDING: (11:32 AM)
A. ADDITIONS TO THE PRIORITIES, POLICY POSITIONS AND POSITIONS
ON OTHER PROPOSALS SECTIONS OF THE TRAVIS COUNTY
LEGISLATIVE AGENDA; AND
B. ADOPTION OF A REVISED SET OF POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR
THE 82ND TEXAS LEGISLATURE.
Members of the Court heard from: Deece Eckstein, Intergovernmental Relations
Officer.
Motion by Commissioner Davis and seconded by Commissioner Huber to approve
Items 25.A&B.
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

26.

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON THE APPOINTMENT OF
DR. TAD DAVIS TO THE ESD NO. 9 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS,
EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2011 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2012.
(COMMISSIONER HUBER) (9:32 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Item 26 approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION

27.

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APPROVE BONDS AND BOND RENEWALS FOR THE FOLLOWING ELECTED
OFFICIALS: (9:32 AM)
A. SAMUEL T. BISCOE, TRAVIS COUNTY JUDGE; AND
B. J. DAVID PHILLIPS, JUDGE, COUNTY COURT AT LAW #1;
C. ERIC M. SHEPPERD, JUDGE, COUNTY COURT AT LAW #2;
D. MICHAEL EDWARD DENTON, JUDGE, COUNTY COURT AT LAW #4;
E. NANCY HOHENGARTEN, JUDGE, COUNTY COURT AT LAW #5;
F. ELISABETH EARLE, JUDGE, COUNTY COURT AT LAW #7;
G. SARAH ECKHARDT, COUNTY COMMISSIONER PRECINCT 2;
H. GLENN BASS, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE, PRECINCT 2;
I. SUSAN K. STEEG, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE, PRECINCT 3;
J. RAUL ARTURO GONZALEZ, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE, PRECINCT 4;
K. HERBERT EVANS, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE, PRECINCT 5; AND
L. MARGARET J. GÓMEZ, COUNTY COMMISSIONER PRECINCT 4.

Clerk’s Note: Items 27.A-L approved as part of the Consent Motion. Please refer to
CONSENT ITEMS for a summary of the Court’s Motion and Vote.

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EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS
Note 1 Gov’t Code Ann 551.071, Consultation with Attorney
Note 2 Gov’t Code Ann 551.072, Real Property
Note 3 Gov’t Code Ann 551.074, Personnel Matters
Note 4 Gov’t Code Ann 551.076, Security
Note 5 Gov’t Code Ann 551.087, Economic Development Negotiations
The Commissioners Court will consider the following items in Executive Session. The
Commissioners Court may also consider any other matter posted on the agenda if there
are issues that require consideration in Executive Session and the Commissioners
Court announces that the item will be considered during Executive Session.

28.

RECEIVE BRIEFING FROM THE COUNTY ATTORNEY IN TRAVIS COUNTY,
ET AL V. STANLEY SCOTT (VICTOR C. & SHEILA D. EGBUONYE RESALE
DEED) AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. 1 (9:48 AM) (11:25 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Judge Biscoe announced that Item 28 would be considered in Executive
Session pursuant to Gov’t. Code Ann. 551.071, Consultation with Attorney.
Motion by Judge Biscoe and seconded by Commissioner Davis that we approve
the proposed tax resale deed, wherein we deed this property in question to Victor C.
and Sheila D. Egbuonye in exchange for $6,000.00 in cash.
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION

29.

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CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON TEMPORARY RIGHT OF
ENTRY TO THE CITY OF AUSTIN ON PRESERVE LAND. 1 (9:48 AM)
(11:26 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Judge Biscoe announced that Item 29 would be considered in Executive
Session pursuant to Gov’t. Code Ann. 551.071, Consultation with Attorney.
Motion by Commissioner Huber and seconded by Judge Biscoe that we approve
the right of entry with the City of Austin.
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

30.

yes
abstain
absent
yes
absent

RECEIVE BRIEFING, APPOINT COMMISSIONER'S COURT
REPRESENTATIVE FOR MEDIATION AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION IN
ALEJANDRA CORNELIUS V. CITY OF AUSTIN AND TRAVIS COUNTY. 1 AND 3
(9:48 AM) (11:27 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Judge Biscoe announced that Item 30 would be considered in Executive
Session pursuant to Gov’t. Code Ann. 551.071, Consultation with Attorney and Gov’t.
Code Ann. 551.074, Personnel Matters.
Motion by Judge Biscoe and seconded by Commissioner Huber that we request
that Dan Mansour, Risk and Benefits Manager, Human Resources Management
Department (HRMD) represent the Commissioners Court in the proposed mediation.
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION

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RECEIVE BRIEFING FROM TRAVIS COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
REGARDING DESTRUCTION OF EVIDENCE BY SHERIFF’S OFFICE. 1
(9:48 AM) (11:27 AM)

31.

Clerk’s Note: Judge Biscoe announced that Item 31 would be considered in Executive
Session pursuant to Gov’t. Code Ann. 551.071, Consultation with Attorney and Gov’t.
Code Ann. 551.076, Security.
No action required on Item 31.

32.

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION REGARDING THE
POTENTIAL PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE IN CENTRAL AUSTIN. 1 AND 2
(9:48 AM) (11:27 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Judge Biscoe announced that Item 32 would be considered in Executive
Session pursuant to Gov’t. Code Ann. 551.071, Consultation with Attorney and Gov’t.
Code Ann. 551.072, Real Property.
No action required on Item 32.

ADDED ITEMS
A1.

CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON LEASE AMENDMENT
WITH THE CITY OF AUSTIN FOR SPACE IN 700 LAVACA BUILDING.
(EXECUTIVE SESSION PURSUANT TO GOV’T. CODE ANN. 551.071,
CONSULTATION WITH ATTORNEY AND GOV’T. CODE ANN. 551.072, REAL
PROPERTY) (9:48 AM) (11:24 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Judge Biscoe announced that Item A1 would be considered in Executive
Session pursuant to Gov’t. Code Ann. 551.071, Consultation with Attorney and Gov’t.
Code Ann. 551.072, Real Property.
Members of the Court heard from: John Hille, Assistant County Attorney.
Motion by Judge Biscoe and seconded by Commissioner Davis to approve Item
A1.
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION

A2.

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RECEIVE LEGAL BRIEFING AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON APPEAL
FROM TRAVIS COUNTY GRIEVANCE PANEL DECISION IN SERGIO FLORES
V. PRECINCT THREE CONSTABLE RICHARD MCCAIN, PURSUANT TO
TRAVIS COUNTY CODE SECTION 9.257(K). (EXECUTIVE SESSION
PURSUANT TO GOV’T. CODE ANN. 551.071, CONSULTATION WITH
ATTORNEY AND GOV’T. CODE ANN. 551.074, PERSONNEL MATTERS)
(9:48 AM) (11:25 AM)

Clerk’s Note: Judge Biscoe announced that Item A2 would be considered in Executive
Session pursuant to Gov’t. Code Ann. 551.071, Consultation with Attorney and Gov’t.
Code Ann. 551.074, Personnel Matters.
Discussion only. No formal action taken.
Item A2 to be reposted on January 4, 2011.

ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Judge Biscoe and seconded by Commissioner Davis to adjourn the
Voting Session. (11:32 AM)
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

MINUTES APPROVED BY THE COMMISSIONERS’ COURT

____________________________________
Date of Approval

____________________________________
Samuel T. Biscoe, Travis County Judge

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION

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MINUTES OF MEETING – DECEMBER 21, 2010
NORTHWEST TRAVIS COUNTY ROAD DISTRICT NO. 3
On Tuesday, the 21st day of December, 2010, the Commissioners’ Court, meeting as
the Northwest Travis County Road District No. 3 (Golden Triangle) Board of Directors,
convened the Voting Session at 11:32 AM in the Commissioners’ Courtroom, 1st Floor
of the Ned Granger Administration Building, 314 West 11th Street, Austin, Texas. Dana
DeBeauvoir, County Clerk, was represented by Deputies Gillian Porter and Robert
Resnick.
The Commissioners Court record notes that Precinct Two Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt and Precinct Four Commissioner Margaret
Gómez were not present during this Voting Session.

The Road District Board of Directors adjourned the Voting Session of the Northwest
Travis County Road District No. 3 (Golden Triangle) at 11:32 AM.

1.

APPROVE PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND AUTHORIZE COUNTY TREASURER
TO INVEST ROAD DISTRICT FUNDS. (11:32 AM)
Item 1 not needed.

2.

APPROVE THE NORTHWEST TRAVIS COUNTY ROAD DISTRICT NO. 3
MINUTES FOR THE VOTING SESSION OF DECEMBER 7, 2010. (11:32 AM)
Motion by Commissioner Davis and seconded by Commissioner Huber to approve
Item 2.
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION

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ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Davis and seconded by Commissioner Huber to adjourn
the Voting Session of the Northwest Travis County Road District No. 3. (11:32 AM)
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

MINUTES APPROVED BY THE ROAD DISTRICT BOARD

_________________________________
Date of Approval

__________________________________________
Samuel T. Biscoe, Travis County Judge

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION

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MINUTES OF MEETING – DECEMBER 21, 2010
TRAVIS COUNTY BEE CAVE ROAD DISTRICT NO. 1
On Tuesday, the 21st day of December, 2010, the Commissioners’ Court, meeting as
the Travis County Bee Cave Road District No. 1 (Galleria) Board of Directors, convened
the Voting Session at 11:33 AM in the Commissioners’ Courtroom, 1st Floor of the Ned
Granger Administration Building, 314 West 11th Street, Austin, Texas. Dana
DeBeauvoir, County Clerk, was represented by Deputies Gillian Porter and Robert
Resnick.
The Commissioners Court record notes that Precinct Two Commissioner Sarah
Eckhardt and Precinct Four Commissioner Margaret Gómez were not present during
this Voting Session.
The Road District Board of Directors adjourned the Voting Session of the Travis County
Bee Cave Road District No. 1 (Galleria) at 11:33 AM.

1.

APPROVE PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND AUTHORIZE COUNTY TREASURER
TO INVEST ROAD DISTRICT FUNDS. (11:33 AM)
Item 1 not needed.

2.

APPROVE THE TRAVIS COUNTY BEE CAVE ROAD DISTRICT NO. 1
MINUTES FOR THE VOTING SESSION OF DECEMBER 7, 2010. (11:33 AM)
Motion by Commissioner Davis and seconded by Commissioner Huber to approve
Item 2.
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

DECEMBER 21, 2010 VOTING SESSION

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ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Davis and seconded by Commissioner Huber to adjourn
the Voting Session of the Travis County Bee Cave Road District No. 1 (Galleria).
(11:33 AM)
Motion carried: County Judge Samuel T. Biscoe
Precinct 1, Commissioner Ron Davis
Precinct 2, Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt
Precinct 3, Commissioner Karen Huber
Precinct 4, Commissioner Margaret J. Gómez

yes
yes
absent
yes
absent

MINUTES APPROVED BY THE ROAD DISTRICT BOARD

_________________________________
Date of Approval

__________________________________________
Samuel T. Biscoe, Travis County Judge