Travis County public meetings in 2023

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court is holding a special voting session. The body will consider the approval of payment of claims by the County Treasurer.

• Approval of payment of claims by the County Treasurer

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider several high-value contracts, including a multi-year software agreement and tax-exempt housing bonds. The body will also address public safety training, election polling locations for March 2024, and various infrastructure projects.

• SAP Public Sector software and maintenance contract for $1,952,349.45 over five years
• Tax-exempt housing revenue bonds for Blue Ridge Apartments (321 units) and Creedmoor Apartments
• License agreement with Austin ISD to use vacated Rosedale Middle School for active shooter training
• Contract awards for workforce development services totaling over $2.2 million across eight respondents
• Authorization of eminent domain for a permanent easement at 13002 Viento Del Sur Street

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will vote on several high-value infrastructure contracts and multiple appointments to Emergency Services District boards. The body is also discussing the potential acquisition of 1,600 acres of park land and the cancellation of the Wildhorse Connector bond project.

• Contract award of $4,104,751.00 to Sundt Construction for Balcones Canyonland Preserve Road Maintenance
• Contract award of $1,023,059.55 to Austin Underground, Inc. for Kennedy Ridge Wastewater Improvements
• Proposed cancellation of the 2011 Bond Project, Wildhorse Connector – Parmer Ext. to FM 973
• Contract award of $99,800.00 to Limbacher & Godfrey, Inc. for Historic Heman Marion Sweat Courthouse architecture services
• Potential acquisition of approximately 1,600 acres of park land west of Bee Cave

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court is reviewing various county contracts, budget amendments, and emergency service plans. Items include infrastructure repairs, grant applications, and public safety coordination.

• Modification to Pape-Dawson Consulting Engineers, Inc. for $211,690.00 for Kellam Road Bridge repair
• Specialty Courts Grant of $153,000.00 for the Parenting in Recovery program
• Emergency cleanup at Palm Square building from a broken water line for $141,700.74
• Contract award to Aaron J. Burkel dba Analogue Imaging, LLC for $81,500.00
• Modification to Frontline Advisory Group, LLC for $52,502.00 for program management consultation

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will vote on various interlocal agreements for health and emergency services, approve multiple facility and road project modifications, and discuss the development of a new mental health diversion center.

• Modification of $418,935.00 for the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve Visitor Center Project
• Exemption of $224,294.00 for a rescue hoist assembly for STAR Flight
• Modification of $253,792.00 for Blackwell Thurman Justice Center Elevator Upgrades
• Use of Eminent Domain for easements at 408 and 411 Whitetail Dr for the Arroyo Doble-Twin Creeks Drainage Project
• Update to Travis County Code Chapter 448 regarding On-Site Sewage Facilities

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will meet for a special voting session to officially declare the results of two November 7, 2023 elections. The body will also receive updates on the Balcones Canyonlands Conservation Plan and development services processes.

• Canvassing of November 7, 2023 Travis County Bond Election returns
• Canvassing of November 7, 2023 Special Constitutional Amendments Election returns
• Update on Balcones Canyonlands Conservation Plan completion
• Briefing on Development Services Process Update

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider several items including a resolution of no objection for Decker Lake Apartments. The agenda also includes discussions on budget amendments, the lifting of the Public Improvement District moratorium, and various grant contracts.

• Resolution of no objection for Decker Lake Apartments at 6200 Blue Bluff Rd, Austin, Texas 78724
• New grant contract for Clean Air Task Force Program in $89,500
• Hiring of eight full-time employees and use of $475,776 in allocated reserve earmarks for the PID program
• Contract award to McGriff Insurance Services, LLC for $74,250.00
• Financing agreement for the Longview 71 Public Improvement District

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider several land development requests, including final plats for Eastwood Sections 1 and 2. The body will also vote on contracts for safety intervention services and audio/video system upgrades.

• Contract for safety intervention services with The SAFE Alliance for $352,000.00
• Purchase of TCTV audio/video/sync distribution and intercom system from Wooden Horse LLC for $160,634.00
• Final plat approvals for Eastwood Section 1 (74 lots) and Section 2 (91 lots) at 9608 FM 973
• Traffic mitigation agreements for Easton Park West, Laws Ranch, and Howard Lane Apartments
• Public hearing set for November 28, 2023, regarding a public utility easement at Saddletree Ranch Section 3

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will receive a briefing from the Public Defender's Office Organizational Development Committee. The body will consider and take action on recommendations to create a formal Oversight Board and adopt its draft bylaws.

• Recommendation for the creation of a formal Public Defender's Office Oversight Board
• Adoption of draft bylaws to govern the Oversight Board

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will decide whether to terminate the Declaration of Disaster for wildfire danger and severe drought. The body is also reviewing several homeland security grants and infrastructure agreements for road and drainage projects.

• Termination of Declaration of Disaster related to Wildfire Danger and Severe Drought
• Five Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) contracts totaling $158,391
• Contract with CoreSphere LLC for $412,606.60 for Enterprise Client Management System
• Conditional approval of Clarius Elroy Subdivision Final Plat (103.31 acres at 6005 FM 973)
• Utility Relocation Agreement with Arroyo Doble Water System for drainage project in Precinct Three

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will decide on a mass gathering permit for an event at 8509 Burleson Rd. and consider the use of eminent domain for the Onion Creek Greenway III Project. The body will also review several grant applications and county contracts.

• Mass Gathering Permit for Seismic Dance Event 6.0 (Nov 10–12, 2023) at 8509 Burleson Rd.
• Eminent domain for parcels at 6214 and 6210 S. FM 973 for Onion Creek Greenway III Project
• Grant for Upholding the Rule of Law and Preventing Wrongful Convictions Program: $599,504
• Contract modification with Tyler Technologies, Inc. for $559,654.44
• Contract modification with McGriff Insurance Services, Inc. for $474,325.00

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court is holding a work session to receive briefings on two specific topics. The body will review Integral Care's funding structure and a final report on the Adaptive Workplace Phase II.

• Update from Integral Care on annual budget, Medicaid reimbursement, Charity Care Pool, and the Directed Payment Program
• Briefing from Deloitte Consulting, LLP on the Adaptive Workplace Phase II final report and roadmap

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss public improvement district (PID) assessments for Turner’s Crossing and a moratorium on new PIDs. The meeting includes various contract approvals and a separate session to finance residential developments via bonds.

• Proposed assessments and bond issuance for Turner’s Crossing Public Improvement District
• Change orders for Juvenile Justice Center Roofing Project totaling $1,277,828.66
• Proposed bonds for Creedmoor, Travis Park, Sunset Ridge, Oak Hill Lofts, and Bluestein Boulevard Apartments
• Grant application for $246,310 for DNA Postconviction Testing of Evidence program
• Public hearing for Seismic Dance Event 6.0 Mass Gathering Permit at 8509 Burleson Rd.

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court is holding a work session to receive a presentation on the Travis County Community Greenhouse Gas Inventory. The meeting also includes an update on the Environmental Resilience Program.

• Presentation on the Travis County Community Greenhouse Gas Inventory
• Update on the Environmental Resilience Program

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will vote on several high-value infrastructure contracts and grant programs. The session includes discussions on emergency services, budget amendments, and the use of eminent domain for a roadway project.

• Contract for Travis County Correctional Complex New Evidence Warehouse with Trimbuilt Construction, Inc. for $11,990,072.00
• Contract for Dee Gabriel Collins Road Safety Improvements with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for $179,840.12
• Resolution to use Eminent Domain for ±1.613 acres at 19715 Hodde Lane for the Hodde Lane Roadway Realignment Project
• Tax-exempt bond financing for the Northwind Apartments project via Travis County Housing Finance Corporation
• Contract with Texas General Land Office for $33,703.13 for Local Hazard Mitigation Plans

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider approving the FY 2024 budget and hold public hearings on the proposed budget and the District Clerk's Records Management Plan. The body will also vote on numerous social service contract renewals and public improvement district matters.

• Approval of the FY 2024 Travis County Budget
• FEMA wildfire mitigation grant application for $1,183,628
• Contract modification for United Way for Greater Austin for $1,370,832
• Contract modification for The Cook’s Nook for $1,200,000
• PID bond issuance and service plan update for Bella Fortuna Public Improvement District

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will decide on the 2023 tax rates for Travis County and the Central Health healthcare district. The body is also reviewing FY 2024 budget issues and various interlocal agreements for public health and animal services.

• Setting of Travis County and Central Health property tax rates for 2023
• Contract award of $208,728.90 to High Sierra Electronics, Inc. for a Flood Warning and Detection System
• Modification of $434,252.93 for Gilleland Creek Greenway Improvements, Section 1 Project
• Grant amendment to increase Texas Juvenile Justice Department award by $745,960
• Approval of polling site license agreements for the November 7, 2023 elections

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings regarding the FY 2024 tax rate and records management funds. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts, grant applications, and the use of eminent domain for drainage projects.

• Public hearing on Travis County Tax Rate for the FY 2024 County Budget
• Contract award of $1,605,192.25 to Austin Underground, Inc. for Springdale Road Sidewalk Improvements
• TIDC grant for the Public Defender’s Office for $6,838,762 (including $3,419,381 County match)
• Eminent domain authorization for the Arroyo Doble-Twin Creeks Drainage Project at 12227 Twin Creeks and 502 Hickory Ridge Rd
• Tax-exempt bond financing for multi-family projects Daffan Flats and Santiago Estates

The Commissioners Court approved the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Rules and tax-exempt bond financing for the Daffan Flats and Santiago Estates projects. The court also reappointed Emmit Hayes to the Integral Care Board of Trustees and approved a project for the Palm School's oral history.

• Approved tax-exempt bond financing for Daffan Flats and Santiago Estates (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Emmit Hayes to the Integral Care Board of Trustees (Unanimous)
• Approved Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Rules (Unanimous)
• Approved oral history project for the Palm School (Unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment O1 (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,605,192.25 contract to Austin Underground, Inc. for Springdale Road Sidewalk Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $595,610.78 change order for Cameron Road Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $49,700.00 change order for Crystal Bend Drainage Improvements (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court is holding a special voting session to address the appointment of a Justice of the Peace for Precinct 5. The body will also receive an update on the 'Hire Local' community plan for workforce development.

• Appointment of Travis County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5
• Adoption of candidate interview questions
• Update on Workforce Solutions 'Hire Local' community plan

The Court approved the candidate interview questions for the Travis County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5 appointment. The Court also conducted candidate interviews in executive session and received an update on the Workforce Solutions 'Hire Local' community plan.

• Approved candidate interview questions for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5 (4-0)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court is holding a special voting session to discuss and take action on the FY 2024 Budget Mark-Up.

• FY 2024 Budget Mark-Up

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will hold a special voting session to address budget and contract matters. The body will consider a budget mark-up for fiscal year 2024 and a contract extension with the Texas General Land Office.

• 2-month contract extension of CDBG-DR Contract No. 19-281-000-B780 with the Texas General Land Office
• FY 2024 Budget Mark-Up

The Commissioners Court approved the FY 2024 Preliminary Budget and subsequent recommended changes to establish a baseline for the budget mark-up process. The court also approved various funding requests for public safety, health services, and infrastructure. A two-month contract extension with the Texas General Land Office was ratified.

• Approved 2-month contract extension of CDBG-DR Contract No. 19-281-000-B780 (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024 Preliminary Budget using one-time funds for Justice and Public Safety CDL training #155 (Unanimous)
• Approved recommended changes to the Preliminary Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved $115,000 earmark for Children's Crisis Respite Center (Unanimous)
• Approved $95,000 one-time funds for active shooter training for Constables and Park Rangers (Unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 one-time funds for JP Court Bailiff overtime (Unanimous)
• Approved funding for Eastern Crescent Water Study and FM 812 Local Match (Unanimous)
• Approved funding for Road and Bridge Career Ladder and substandard roads (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider setting elected official salaries for Fiscal Year 2024 and approve polling sites and service contracts for the November 7, 2023 election. The body will also review several grant applications and infrastructure contracts.

• Loan funds up to $3,580,000 for recovery housing and inpatient treatment for homeless individuals
• Grant application to Department of Justice for $4,000,000 for post-conviction appeal representation
• Contract awards for housing construction monitoring to Guidehouse, Inc. ($2,400,000) and Square One Consultants, inc. ($2,600,000)
• Use of eminent domain for easements at 316 Horsethief Trail and 500 Hickory Ridge Rd for the Arroyo Doble-Twin Creeks Drainage Project
• Temporary traffic restriction on Crystal Bend Drive from September 6 to November 8, 2023

The Commissioners Court approved loan documents for a recovery housing and inpatient treatment facility for homeless individuals with substance abuse issues. The Court also deleted Chapter 255 of the Travis County Code regarding anatomical gift removal and approved a recruitment process for two new County Executive positions.

• Approved $3.58M loan for recovery housing and inpatient treatment facility (Unanimous)
• Deleted Chapter 255 of the Travis County Code regarding Anatomical Gift Removal (Unanimous)
• Approved recruitment process and 'Option One' for two new County Executive positions (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for 'National Recovery Month' (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims and investment of County funds (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes for August 1, 8, and 15, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved MOU for Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program for 2023-2024 (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court is holding a work session to receive briefings on several county programs. The body will discuss financial and operational plans for Central Health and performance measures for housing boards.

• Update from TNR regarding BCCP
• Update from HATC and SHFC boards on annual performance measures, sale of Rosemont, and strategic direction
• Briefing from Central Health on FY 2024 financial and operational plans, budget drivers, and health equity action plans

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court is holding a work session to receive a briefing regarding a Constituent Relationship Management system. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Briefing on Constituent Relationship Management system

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court is deciding on the continuation of a local state of disaster regarding wildfire danger and outdoor burning. The body is also reviewing several grant contracts, budget amendments, and infrastructure agreements.

• Declaration of Local State of Disaster related to Wildfire danger
• New Department of Energy Weatherization grant for $1,030,670
• Roof replacement change order for Juvenile Justice Center for $91,130.15
• Legal services contract modification for Chapman and Cutler LLP for $50,000
• Traffic mitigation agreement for the Gilbert 130 development project

The Commissioners Court unanimously extended a local state of disaster due to wildfire danger. The court also approved a compensation plan for equity and compression adjustments within the Juvenile Probation Department and accepted an aerial utility line easement offer from the Lower Colorado River Authority.

• Approved continuation of Declaration of Disaster for wildfire danger (Unanimous)
• Approved Juvenile Probation Department compensation plan for equity and compression adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved vacation of a public utility easement at High Hat Mountain, Precinct Three (Unanimous)
• Accepted Lower Colorado River Authority offer for an aerial utility line easement in Precinct Three (Unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment A1 (Unanimous)
• Approved $1.03M Department of Energy Weatherization grant and other grant contracts via consent (Unanimous)
• Approved $91,130.15 change order for Juvenile Justice Center roof replacement via consent (Unanimous)
• Authorized joining an amicus brief in U.S. v. Idaho regarding reproductive rights via consent (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court is meeting to discuss issues related to the development of the FY 2024 Travis County Preliminary Budget.

• Discussion of FY 2024 Preliminary Budget

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss budget issues related to the development of the FY 2024 Travis County Preliminary Budget.

• Discussion of FY 2024 Travis County Preliminary Budget

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The Commissioners Court will receive public comments and discuss issues related to the development of the FY 2024 Travis County Preliminary Budget.

• Public comments on the FY 2024 Travis County Preliminary Budget
• Discussion of FY 2024 Preliminary Budget development issues

Commissioners Court

The Travis County Commissioners Court is meeting to discuss a proposed 2023 bond election and related voter information. The body is also reviewing several grant contracts, budget amendments, and public hearing schedules for road and code changes.

• Proposed bond election to be held on November 7, 2023
• AmeriCorps Program grant contract for $1,263,028
• Title IV-E Legal Administration Grant for $2,552,280
• Comprehensive Underage Drinking Prevention Program contract for $317,036.53
• Change Order No. 2 for Wilson Parke roof replacement in the amount of $55,458.00

The Commissioners Court approved a bond election for November 7, 2023, including the associated voter information and schedule. The court also enacted a temporary ban on outdoor burning in unincorporated areas and approved several county contracts and facility licenses.

• Approved bond election for November 7, 2023, including voter documents and schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved order prohibiting outdoor burning in unincorporated areas through September 20, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved license agreement with Veracruz All Natural, LLC for space at 1700 Guadalupe Street (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,263,028 AmeriCorps Program grant contract (Unanimous)
• Approved $317,036.53 Comprehensive Underage Drinking Prevention Program contract (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,552,280 Title IV-E Legal Administration Grant contract (Unanimous)
• Approved $55,458 change order for Wilson Parke roof replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with King Tears Mortuary, Inc. for indigent burial services (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court is holding a work session to receive a briefing and update from the Organizational Development Committee of the Travis County Public Defenders Office.

• Briefing from the Organizational Development Committee of the Travis County Public Defenders Office

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The Commissioners Court will consider the allocation of Opioid Abatement Funds and the final CDBG PY23 Action Plan. The body will also review several subdivision plats and traffic mitigation agreements for new developments.

• Interlocal Agreement with UT Austin for internet connectivity services totaling $40,791.00
• Proposed traffic restriction and detour on County Line Road from September 18, 2023, to September 18, 2024
• Conditional approval of final plats for Lagos Austin Section 1 Phase 2A and Turners Crossing South Phase Three
• Authorization for the County Attorney to join an amicus brief opposing Tennessee's ban on gender affirming care
• Public hearings set for August 29, 2023, regarding easement vacations at Apache Shores Section 2 and Stone Crest at Whisper Valley

The Commissioners Court certified $1,476,519.10 in opioid settlement revenue and allocated $860,000 for staff-recommended services. The Court also approved the planning process for the Heman Marion Sweatt Courthouse restoration and the Palm School concept planning. Additionally, a call for applications was issued for a Justice of the Peace vacancy in Precinct 5.

• Certified $1,476,519.10 in new revenue from Opioid Settlement (Unanimous)
• Allocated $860,000 for opioid abatement as recommended by staff (Unanimous)
• Approved reimbursing county for opioid crisis expenses up to $575,000 and earmarked $575,000 from General Funds for future abatement (Unanimous)
• Added $41,519.10 to the Opioid settlement Allocated Reserve (Unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding for the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Consortium (Unanimous)
• Approved call for applications for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5 vacancy (Unanimous)
• Approved Palm School Steering Committee partners, selection team, and deadline extension to August 18, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved planning process for Heman Marion Sweatt Courthouse historic restoration (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court is discussing the proposed tax rate for the 2023 tax year and scheduling Fiscal Year 2024 budget hearings. The body is also reviewing various service contracts, fee updates for 2024, and road restrictions in Precinct Four.

• Proposed tax rate for 2023 Tax Year (Fiscal Year 2024)
• Grant for Federal Voting Acting Program (FVAP) Electronic Absentee System for $1,765,000
• Contract for Expo Center Electrical Panel Assessment & Repair with IMEG Corp for $175,500
• Public hearing on traffic restrictions for County Line Road from Sept 18, 2023, to Sept 18, 2024
• Updated 2024 fees for Sheriff’s and Constables’ civil services, Medical Examiner, and park users

The Commissioners Court approved the notice for the 2023 tax year proposed rate and established the schedule for Fiscal Year 2024 budget hearings. The court also approved a travel card policy and a pay increase of up to 5% for elected officials.

• Approved text of notice for 2023 Tax Year proposed tax rate (unanimous)
• Approved dates for Fiscal Year 2024 budget hearings (unanimous)
• Approved elected official pay increase up to 5% (unanimous)
• Approved Travis County Travel Card Policy and Purchasing Procedures Guide revisions (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for Del Valle Middle School ribbon-cutting (unanimous)
• Approved $1.765M grant contract with Department of Defense for electronic absentee voting (unanimous)
• Approved $175,500 contract to IMEG Corp for Expo Center electrical repair (unanimous)
• Approved $116,000 contract to Matrix Consulting Group for staffing analysis (unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court will consider several land development requests, including the Lagos Austin Section 2 plat and the Slaughter Lane 90-acre Tract project. The body will also review a list of recommended capital improvement projects and approve various service contracts.

• Grant application to Texas Juvenile Justice Department for $2,195,840
• Contract modification for aviation insurance coverage totaling $841,580
• Voting system and services modification for $376,075
• Conditional approval of Lagos Austin Section 2, Phase 1 Final Plat (105 single-family lots)
• Public hearing set for August 22 regarding a utility easement vacation at High Hat Mountain

The Commissioners Court approved a list of capital improvement projects for a bond election with specific funding and project adjustments. The Court also approved job descriptions for County Executive positions and appointed a member to the CTRMA Board of Directors.

• Approved bond election projects with $5M reduction for TXDoT Right-of-Way, addition of Howard Lane Shared Use Path and Arkansas Bend Pavilion, and creation of road and transportation task forces (Unanimous)
• Approved amended job descriptions for County Executives in Community Legal Services and Justice & Public Safety (Unanimous)
• Appointed Ben Thompson to the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority Board of Directors (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims, investment of County funds, and receipt of bids (Unanimous)
• Approved $376,075 modification for voting system and services with Election Systems and Software, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved $841,580 modification for aviation insurance with Falcon Insurance Agency, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 modification for voter registration system with Know Ink, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 agreement with Integral Care for psychiatric services (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will vote on various contracts, budget amendments, and land use requests. The meeting includes public hearings on utility easements and the CDBG PY23 Action Plan, as well as financing for multifamily housing developments.

• New $437,500 U.S. Department of Transportation contract for Safe Streets for All grant program
• Contract award of $57,213.09 to CasaBella Architects, Inc. for TCJ lobby and security enhancements
• Contract award of $213,750.00 to Business and Community Lenders of Texas for grant management
• Financing and issuance of notes for Meadow Apartments and Easton Park Apartments
• Proposed temporary detour and traffic restriction on County Line Road starting September 18, 2023

The Court issued an order prohibiting outdoor burning in unincorporated Travis County. It also approved the 2023 Amended and Restated Service and Assessment Plan for the WildHorse Ranch Public Improvement District and a related community benefit fee escrow agreement.

• Approved order prohibiting outdoor burning (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Amended and Restated Service and Assessment Plan for WildHorse Ranch PID (Unanimous)
• Approved community benefit fee escrow agreement for WildHorse Ranch PID (Unanimous)
• Rejected all proposals for Travis County Correctional Complex Evidence Warehouse (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for Pretrial, Probation and Parole Supervision Week (Unanimous)
• Approved $437,500 DOT contract for Safe Streets for All grant (Unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 Texas Veterans Commission contract for Veterans Court Program (Unanimous)
• Approved $57,213.09 contract with CasaBella Architects, Inc. for TCJ security enhancements (Unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court is holding a work session to receive staff briefings. Discussions will cover Austin Animal Services operations and Sendero Health Plans enrollment and operational updates.

• Briefing from Austin Animal Services regarding operations and the Interlocal Agreement
• Briefing from Central Health on Sendero Health Plans enrollment and operational updates

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The Commissioners Court is deciding on loan funds for two affordable housing developments for individuals experiencing homelessness. The body will also address traffic mitigation agreements for residential projects and various administrative appointments.

• Loan not to exceed $6,422,262.00 for Cairn Point at Cameron development with Caritas of Austin
• Loan not to exceed $6,500,000 for Juniper Creek Apartments development with Foundation Communities
• Traffic mitigation agreement for Lakeway 620 Residential Development project
• Traffic mitigation agreement for Airport Crossing and Ross Road Multifamily developments
• Contract modification of $11,433.00 with VertiQ Software LLC for Moon 3.0 SaaS solution

The Commissioners Court approved loan funds for two affordable housing developments for individuals experiencing homelessness. The court also accepted a settlement proposal regarding Volkswagen Clean Diesel Litigation and authorized a legal consultant for groundwater and land use issues.

• Approved loan funds up to $6,422,262.00 for Cairn Point at Cameron (unanimous)
• Approved loan funds up to $6,500,000 for Juniper Creek Apartments (unanimous)
• Accepted Harris County's settlement proposal for Volkswagen Clean Diesel Litigation (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Bill Dugat as legal consultant for groundwater and land use, not to exceed $50,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved interview questions for Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority Board of Directors (unanimous)
• Approved $11,433.00 contract modification with VertiQ Software LLC for Moon 3.0 SaaS (unanimous)
• Authorized Commissioner Gómez to sign documents in Judge Brown's absence (unanimous)
• Directed staff to make a final offer for Parcel #9 for Citation Avenue drainage improvements (unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court will discuss funding for affordable housing for individuals experiencing homelessness and healthcare district financing. The body is also reviewing several public utility easement vacations and professional service contracts.

• Proposed issuance of Travis County Healthcare District Certificates of Obligation not to exceed $100,000,000
• Loan funds for Juniper Creek development (up to $6,500,000) and Cairn Point at Cameron (up to $6,422,262)
• Contract for West Service Center New Fleet Building Design with Marmon Mok, LP for $1,730,274
• Contract for Recording, Imaging, and Indexing System with GovOS, Inc. for $1,654,215
• Public hearings on vacating utility easements at Apache Shores Section 1, Lodge Acres Annex No. 2, and Bayer Subdivision

The Commissioners Court approved two major loan agreements for affordable housing developments targeting individuals experiencing homelessness. Additionally, the court authorized a juvenile probation contract with UT Austin and approved funding agreements for the WildHorse Ranch Public Improvement District.

• Approved up to $6.5M loan for Juniper Creek development with Foundation Communities (unanimous)
• Approved up to $6,422,262 loan for Cairn Point at Cameron development with Caritas of Austin (unanimous)
• Approved $383,144 Juvenile Probation contract with US Dept of Justice and UT Austin (unanimous)
• Approved WildHorse Ranch PID funding agreement and bond issuance (unanimous)
• Approved Palm School Steering Committee structure and charge (unanimous)
• Approved $1,730,274 architectural design contract for West Service Center New Fleet Building (unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims and County fund investments (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments A1, A3, A4, A5, and O1 (unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court will decide on terminating the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency declaration and discuss emergency responses to Winter Storm Mara. The body is also reviewing budget amendments, depository contracts with JPMorgan Chase, and various vendor modifications.

• Termination of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Declaration issued March 6, 2020
• Contract award for New Tax Office Landscaping to Noble General Contractors for $527,000.00
• Formula Grant from Texas Indigent Defense Commission for $704,422
• Modification to Palladium Media, LLC contract for $232,710.00 for marketing and advertising
• Modification to AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for $82,150.15 for Wyldwood Road Drainage Improvements

The Commissioners Court unanimously increased the Optional 65 and Older/Disabled Homestead Exemption to $124,000. The court also authorized the acquisition of real property near Walnut Creek and U.S. 290 East and approved various county contracts and payments via consent.

• Increased Optional 65 and Older/Disabled Homestead Exemption to $124,000 (Unanimous)
• Authorized acquisition of real property at Walnut Creek and U.S. 290 East in Precinct One (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamation recognizing Auditor's Office staff for 2023 NACo Achievement Award (Unanimous)
• Approved $527,000 contract for New Tax Office Landscaping to Noble General Contractors (Unanimous)
• Approved $232,710 modification for Palladium Media, LLC for marketing and advertising services (Unanimous)
• Approved $82,150.15 modification for AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for Wyldwood Road Drainage project (Unanimous)
• Approved $704,422 annual contract with Texas Indigent Defense Commission (Unanimous)
• Terminated Declaration of Disaster related to COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (Unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court will hold a work session to receive a briefing on the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority's study of the Mopac South project. The body will also receive updates on ozone and PM2.5 air quality from Transportation and Natural Resources and the Capital Area Council of Governments.

• Briefing and action regarding Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority study of Mopac South project
• Air quality update on ozone and PM2.5 from Transportation and Natural Resources and Capital Area Council of Governments

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The Commissioners Court will discuss the FY 2024 budget development and employee healthcare contribution levels. The body is also deciding on several traffic mitigation agreements and public health appointments.

• Annual contract for Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for $480,322
• USB Reseal Windows Project purchase from 360TXC, LLC for $53,900.00
• Reappointment of Desmar Walkes, M.D., as Health Authority
• Traffic mitigation agreements for AvalonBay Northtown, McAngus Industrial, and Roers McKinney Falls projects
• Proposed use of 147 acres in Precinct One for an auto salvage yard

The Commissioners Court approved contribution levels and plan design changes for the FY24 employee health plan. The court also passed several proclamations and approved a series of consent items including budget amendments and purchasing contracts.

• Approved FY24 employee healthcare contribution levels and plan design changes (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Dr. Desmar Walkes as Health Authority (Unanimous)
• Approved $480,322 contract with Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for LIHEAP (Unanimous)
• Approved $53,900 window reseal project for University Savings Building (Unanimous)
• Approved $20,680 contract modification for Medical Examiner’s Office Evaluation Phase 2 (Unanimous)
• Approved $18,964.65 contract modification for Onion Creek Greenway III Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved interviewing four candidates for the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority Board (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamations for Elder Abuse Awareness, Pride Month, and Juneteenth (Unanimous)

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The Travis County Commissioners Court will discuss emergency responses to Winter Storm Mara and COVID-19. The body is also considering several Homeland Security grants and preliminary plans for new residential developments.

• Ratification of five U.S. Department of Homeland Security grants totaling $167,391
• Approval of Shadowglen Phase 3 Preliminary Plan for 354 single-family lots on Rector Loop
• Contract awards for road sign materials to Centerline Supply, Pathmark Traffic Equipment, Vulcan Inc., and Xcessories Squared Development & Mfg., Inc.
• Public hearing settings for June 27 regarding lot vacation in Bayer Subdivision and easement vacation in Apache Shores Section 1
• Issuance of Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for Kensington Apartments

The Commissioners Court approved a requirement for supportive housing subaward agreements to implement prevailing wage schedules with a minimum of $20.00 per hour. The court also established a wage and hour compliance monitoring program for these projects. Additionally, several administrative items and proclamations were approved via consent.

• Approved minimum wage of $20.00 per hour and prevailing wage schedules for supportive housing subaward agreements (Unanimous)
• Approved wage and hour compliance monitoring program for supportive housing projects (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamations for Gun Violence Awareness Month, 'half Helen Day', and Juneteenth celebrations (Unanimous)
• Approved bids, payment of claims, and fund investments (Unanimous)
• Approved contract awards for road sign materials to Centerline Supply, Pathmark Traffic Equipment, LLC, Vulcan Inc., and Xcessories Squared Development & Mfg., Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved Shadowglen Phase 3 Preliminary Plan Sections 1 and 2 (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of James Alvarez as mediation representative in Juan Salinas vs. Travis County (Unanimous)
• Set public hearings for June 27, 2023, regarding Bayer Subdivision and Apache Shores Section 1 (Unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court is holding a work session to receive a briefing on the concept of a Marshall Plan. The body will also receive an update from Central Health regarding their Healthcare Equity Plan's operational and financial sustainability.

• Briefing on the concept of a Marshall Plan
• Update from Central Health on the Healthcare Equity Plan: Operational and Financial Sustainability Plan

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The Commissioners Court is meeting for an employee hearing. The body will receive comments from County employees regarding compensation and benefits.

• Employee comments regarding compensation and benefits

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The Commissioners Court will discuss emergency medical task force agreements and response efforts for Winter Storm Mara. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contract modifications and a land acquisition via eminent domain.

• Eminent domain acquisition of 0.1886 acres at 11090 Fitzhugh Road for shoulder widening
• Contract modification of $500,000.00 to SE3, LLC for transportation permit reviews
• Purchase of search and rescue boats from Marine Outlet for $110,463.68
• Change order of $153,239.80 to Emerson Construction for Arkansas Bend Park Phase II
• Public hearing regarding vacating a utility easement in Apache Shores Section 2

The Court approved a series of consent items including budget amendments, grant applications, and various vendor contracts. Several proclamations were issued recognizing county employees and heritage months. The Court also accepted a late application for the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority Board of Directors.

• Approved payment of claims and investment of County funds (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for Emergency Medical Services Week (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for Roger Anis El Khoury (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for Constable Carlos Lopez (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (Unanimous)
• Accepted late application for Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority Board (Unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 modification for SE3, LLC for permit application reviews (Unanimous)
• Approved $110,463.68 purchase of search and rescue boats from Marine Outlet (Unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court will hold a work session to receive presentations on county-wide environmental initiatives. The session focuses on climate change, stormwater, and tree conservation.

• Presentation on climate change, resiliency and ongoing efforts in Travis County
• Briefing on the Travis County Stormwater Program
• Briefing on the Travis County Tree Conservation Program

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The Commissioners Court will vote on various contracts, including security upgrades for 700 Lavaca and several residential plats in Pflugerville's ETJ. The body will also discuss emergency responses to Winter Storm Mara and COVID-19, and review budget amendments.

• Contract award of $121,023.93 to Unity Contractor Services, Inc. for 700 Lavaca security upgrades
• Final plats for The Grove at Blackhawk Sections 3, 4, and 5 in Pflugerville's ETJ
• Public hearing on vacating an electric easement at Travis Landing in Precinct Two
• Resolution to participate in the development of Crystal Bend Apartments
• Deposit agreements with Wilmington Trust for Bella Fortuna and Turner’s Crossing PIDs

The Court directed staff to revise the public improvement district policy regarding community benefit fees and bond payments. Several proclamations were approved, and a request to vacate an electric easement in the Travis Landing subdivision was granted.

• Approved revisions to public improvement district policy regarding benefit fees and bond payments (Unanimous)
• Approved vacating an electric easement at Lots 15 and 16, Block I, Travis Landing (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for 'Mental Health Month' (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamation honoring retiring Chief Juvenile Public Defender Kameron Johnson (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for 'Texas Asian Economic Impact Day' (Unanimous)
• Approved $121,023.93 contract with Unity Contractor Services, Inc. for 700 Lavaca security upgrades (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims and authorization to invest County funds (Unanimous)
• Approved routine personnel actions and budget amendments (Unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court will vote on several high-value contracts, including security glass upgrades and insurance administration. The body is also reviewing easement vacations and subdivision plats in Precincts One and Two.

• Security glass upgrades for 700 Lavaca in the amount of $222,280.00
• Workers’ compensation and liability claims services contract for $463,855.00 to Athens Insurance Service, Inc.
• Public hearing for a Mass Gathering Permit for Seismic Spring [Lite Edition] at 8509 Burleson Rd.
• Plat for recording for Gregg Manor Subdivision, Phase 1 Small Lot Final Plat (114.641 acres)
• 6-month contract extension with the Texas General Land Office (GLO) terminating October 3, 2023

The Court appointed Ruben Castaneda as Interim Chief Juvenile Public Defender and Rebecca Weber to the Housing Authority of Travis County Board of Commissioners. Several proclamations were approved, and multiple contract modifications and budget amendments were passed via consent motions.

• Appointed Ruben Castaneda as Interim Chief Juvenile Public Defender (Unanimous)
• Appointed Rebecca Weber to Place 4 on the Housing Authority of Travis County Board of Commissioners (Unanimous)
• Approved Budget amendment T1 (Unanimous)
• Approved $222,280.00 for 700 Lavaca security glass upgrades from Killeen Glass & Mirror, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamations for Employee Recognition Day, National Nurses Week, and Austin Diaper Bank's 10th Anniversary (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims and authorization for County Treasurer to invest funds (Unanimous)
• Approved contract assignment for eviction prevention and tenants' rights services from Austin Tenants' Council to Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (Unanimous)
• Approved termination of psychological evaluation services contract with Dr. Casey O’Neal (Unanimous)

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The court unanimously approved appointments to the Strategic Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors: Rebecca Webber to Place 5 (term ending Dec 31, 2024) and DeLea Becker to Place 4 (term ending Dec 31, 2023). Interviews for the Housing Authority of Travis County Board of Commissioners were postponed due to technical difficulties and will return at a later date. The court also received a briefing on the Travis County Community Engagement Collaborative but took no action on it.

• Approved interview questions for Housing Authority board candidates (unanimous)
• Appointed Rebecca Webber to SHFC Board Place 5 (unanimous)
• Appointed DeLea Becker to SHFC Board Place 4 (unanimous)
• Postponed interviews for HATC Board of Commissioners due to technical difficulties

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The Commissioners Court will discuss the selection of a new depository bank and the county's response to Winter Storm Mara. The body is also reviewing FY24 employee health benefit plans and various land easement offers.

• Purchase of a Remotely Operated Underwater Vehicle for $228,231.11
• Public hearing set for May 9 regarding a Mass Gathering Permit for Seismic Spring [Lite Edition] at 8509 Burleson Rd.
• Proposed sale of .205 acres of land near McKinney Falls Parkway
• Interlocal agreement with Manor ISD for the Greater Austin – Travis County Regional Radio System
• Contract award to San Marcos Treatment Center for residential treatment services

The Commissioners Court approved a new depository bank and authorized the Chief Investment Officer to negotiate the contract. The court also approved the release of information regarding a proposed 2% increase for FY24 employee and retiree healthcare benefits. Several other items, including a $228,231.11 underwater vehicle purchase, were passed via consent motions.

• Approved recommendation for new Depository Bank and authorized contract negotiations (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved release of proposed 2% increase for FY24 employee and retiree healthcare benefits (4-0)
• Approved next steps for Improvement Area #2 for Turner’s Crossing Public Improvement District (4-0)
• Approved $228,231.11 purchase of Remotely Operated Underwater Vehicle from VideoRay (via consent)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Manor ISD for Regional Radio System (via consent)
• Approved proclamation for National Correctional Officers and Employees Week (4-0)
• Approved proclamation for David Chapel Missionary Baptist Church 99th Anniversary (4-0)
• Approved proclamation for 161st Anniversary of Cinco de Mayo (4-0)

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The Commissioners Court approved the use of eminent domain to acquire land for the Arroyo Doble-Twin Creeks Drainage Project and the Hamilton Pool Road Safety Improvement Project Phase II. The court also passed several proclamations and approved various administrative contracts and budget items via consent.

• Authorized eminent domain for ±0.0312 acre drainage easement at 510 Sendero Verde St. (Unanimous)
• Authorized eminent domain for ±0.5747 acres on Hamilton Pool Rd. (Unanimous)
• Approved $157,087.00 contract for signalization at Rowe Lane & Commons Parkway/Treyburn (Unanimous)
• Approved $143,875.00 contract for modular workspace at Northeast Metro Park (Unanimous)
• Approved $88,869.12 contract for Kellam Road Bridge engineering (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,225,036 TDHCA contract for Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamations for National Therapy Animal Day, Air Quality Awareness Week, National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, and Sexual Assault Awareness Month (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims and investment of County funds (Unanimous)

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The Court unanimously approved numerous funding requests from the Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (LFRF) for health, housing, and infrastructure projects. The session also included a public hearing regarding a Mass Gathering Permit for a concert event.

• Approved LFRF funding for Del Valle ISD Dual Language Pre-K (Unanimous)
• Approved LFRF funding for Trauma Recovery Center, Eviction Prevention, and HHS Food and Childcare Access (Unanimous)
• Approved LFRF funding for Ronald McDonald House Expansion and MC3 (Unanimous)
• Approved $7,487,330.00 for HHS Workforce Development (Unanimous)
• Approved $5.5M for Eastern Travis County water infrastructure projects (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,375,000.00 for CFCF Reclaimed Water Line (Unanimous)
• Approved $270,000.00 for youth mental health education campaigns (Unanimous)
• Approved $500,000.00 for data resources and coordination (Unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court voted to create a new department and County Executive position for divisions providing direct legal representation. Other actions included approving a depository bank application process and a proclamation for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

• Approved creation of a new department and County Executive position for legal representation services (4-0)
• Approved opening applications for Travis County's Depository Bank (Unanimous)
• Approved procurement exemption for Sheriff's Office recruitment services from Indeed Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims and authorization for County Treasurer to invest funds (Unanimous)
• Approved $62,777 contract for Tom Sassman Road materials testing (Unanimous)
• Approved $50,001 modification for Chapman and Cutler LLP legal services (Unanimous)
• Tabled children's mental health funding request to April 20 Special Voting Session (Unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court will vote on several high-value contracts, including facility expansions and health audits. The body is also discussing public improvement district policies and emergency responses to Winter Storm Mara.

• Contract award of $3,883,977.27 to Geofill Material Technologies, LLC for the County Clerk Expansion Project
• Contract of $845,200.00 with Mazars USA LLP for an independent performance audit of Central Health
• Contract award of $378,175.00 to Fusion Health for an Electronic Health Records Management System
• Public hearing on April 11, 2023, for a Mass Gathering Permit for NOFX- The Last Tour at 701 Dalton Ln
• Discussion on Travis County Code Chapter 481 regarding public improvement district policy

The Court approved a revised public improvement district policy with several amendments, including a reduced community benefit fee. Other key actions included approving a $3.88M contract for the County Clerk Expansion Project and relocating over $3M in recovery funds.

• Approved updated public improvement district policy with 17.5% community benefit fee (4-0)
• Approved $3,883,977.27 contract for County Clerk Expansion Project to Geofill Material Technologies, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved moving $3,003,175.00 from TCTX Serve to LFRF funds (Unanimous)
• Approved $845,200.00 contract with Mazars USA LLP for Central Health performance audit (Unanimous)
• Approved Central Health property purchase and renovation certificates of obligation (3-1)
• Approved 2024 Work-based learning/Summer Youth Employment Program agreement with City of Austin (Unanimous)
• Authorized joining lawsuit Dallas County, Texas et al. v. Cecile Erwin et al. (4-0)
• Set public hearing for April 18, 2023, regarding NOFX- The Last Tour Mass Gathering Permit (Unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court approved several infrastructure contracts, including over $10M for HMAC overlay. The court also renewed a public health services agreement with the City of Austin and approved a temporary traffic detour on Tom Sassman Road.

• Approved $3.56M contract with Asphalt Inc LLC and $7.04M contract with Texas Materials Group, Inc. for HMAC Overlay (Unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Public Health Services contract with City of Austin through Sept 30, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved temporary traffic detour and restriction on Tom Sassman Road from April 3 to Dec 31, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved $835,532.78 contract with CML Security, LLC for digital intercom upgrades (Unanimous)
• Approved interim appointment of Amy Pattillo to the CTRMA Board of Directors (Unanimous)
• Approved renewal of $500 overtime incentive program for Sheriff's Office positions (Unanimous)
• Approved vacating public utility easements in Apache Shores Section 2 and Section 5 (Unanimous)
• Approved funding for non-county employees to attend a juvenile justice reform program (Unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court approved a resolution regarding the development of a new central booking facility and mental and behavioral health diversion center. The court also approved several consent items including a $3.87M roof replacement for the Juvenile Justice Center. Public hearings were held regarding a utility easement, CDBG action plan, and traffic restrictions on Tom Sassman Road.

• Approved resolution for new central booking facility and mental and behavioral health diversion center (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,870,834.00 roof replacement for Juvenile Justice Center (Unanimous)
• Approved vacation of public utility easement at Apache Shores Section 2 (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamation recognizing March as Professional Social Work Month (Unanimous)
• Approved $59,750.00 engineering services for Wilson Parke Building 2nd Floor (Unanimous)
• Approved $18,900.00 structural assessment for Executive Office Building sunshades (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims and investment of County funds (Unanimous)
• Approved license agreements for May 6, 2023 election polling sites (Unanimous)

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The Court authorized the use of eminent domain to acquire land for the Fitzhugh Road Shoulder Widening Project. Other approved actions included a fiber optic infrastructure agreement with Google Fiber and the placement of a peer support specialist in the Mental Health Public Defenders Office.

• Authorized eminent domain to acquire ±0.0918 acres at 10908 West US Hwy 290 for Fitzhugh Road Shoulder Widening Project (Unanimous)
• Approved license agreement with Google Fiber Texas, LLC for fiber optic infrastructure (Unanimous)
• Approved placement of a level-2 Apprentice Peer Support Specialist in the Mental Health Public Defenders Office (Unanimous)
• Approved $80,000 modification to Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc. contract for eviction prevention (Unanimous)
• Approved donation of Ericsson R-dot system valued at $760,000 from AT&T (Unanimous)
• Approved contract award for residential electrical services to Z-Non Electric, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved contract award for Native Plant Exchange Program to TreeFolks, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Authorized County Treasurer to invest County funds (Unanimous)

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The Court approved letters to TXDOT and the Texas Historic Commission regarding the I-35 Capital Express Central Project. Other actions included approving a mass gathering permit for the Luck Reunion and reallocating $300,000 in CDBG funds. Several infrastructure contracts and personnel amendments were approved via consent motions.

• Approved letters to TXDOT and Texas Historic Commission regarding I-35 redevelopment (Unanimous)
• Approved Mass Gathering Permit for Luck Reunion event on March 16, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved reallocation of $300,000 CDBG funds to Kennedy Ridge Wastewater Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,390,560.60 contract to Capital Excavation Company for Tom Sassman Road (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution of no objection for Daffan Flats at 7400 Daffan Ln (Unanimous)
• Approved request to vacate drainage easement for Easton Park Section 2C, Phase 4 (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to issue RFS or RFO for electronic monitoring services (Unanimous)
• Approved market peers for the FY 2023 Market Salary Survey Project (Unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court approved budget amendments and a series of consent items including insurance modifications, road project funding, and personnel actions. The court also issued proclamations for Black History Month and mass vaccination clinic partners.

• Approved budget amendments, transfers, and discussion items (unanimous)
• Approved $1.75M insurance modification for property and boiler & machinery coverage (unanimous)
• Approved $1.54M change order for 2021 HMAC Overlay Project (unanimous)
• Approved $1.05M contract for COVID-19 detection and mitigation in confinement facilities (unanimous)
• Approved $47,750 modification for benefits consultant services (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to the Travis County Children’s Protective Services Board (unanimous)
• Approved petition to decommission 5 holding cells at the request of the Sheriff (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Feb 28 regarding Luck Reunion Mass Gathering Permit (unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court will consider a $3 million loan agreement with The Other Ones Foundation to build the Camp Esperanza Emergency Shelter Complex for people experiencing homelessness. Other major items include awarding a $1.54 million contract for the Steiner Ranch Evacuation Route and authorizing eminent domain for two drainage easements in the Arroyo Doble-Twin Creeks project. The court will also discuss outdoor burning restrictions and the county's COVID-19 response.

• $3,000,000 loan agreement for Camp Esperanza Emergency Shelter Complex with The Other Ones Foundation
• $1,540,034.97 contract award to M.A. Smith Contracting for Steiner Ranch Evacuation Route
• Eminent domain resolutions to acquire drainage easements at 13203 Viento Del Sur St. and 409 Whitetail Dr. for Arroyo Doble-Twin Creeks project
• Request to vacate a public utility easement at Lots 1170 and 1171, Apache Shores Section 2, Precinct Three
• Traffic Mitigation Agreement with ECG Daffan SLP, LLC for Daffan Lane Multifamily Development

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The Commissioners Court will consider approving a $35 million subaward to Mobile Loaves & Fishes for the Burleson Village Community First project, funded by federal COVID-19 recovery funds. Other items include a resolution of no objection for Crystal Bend Apartments in Pflugerville, updates on COVID-19 response, and multiple contract modifications for county projects.

• Subaward up to $35,000,000 to Mobile Loaves & Fishes for Burleson Village supportive housing
• Resolution of no objection for Crystal Bend Apartments at 2313 and 2404 Crystal Bend Dr, Pflugerville
• Renewal of CTECC interlocal with City of Austin for security services
• Contract modifications: $89,558 for Cameron Road Improvements, $200,000 for Asian Family Support Services
• Public hearing on reallocating unspent CDBG funds to home rehab

The Commissioners Court approved a $35 million subaward to Mobile Loaves & Fishes for supportive housing development. The court also authorized legislation for a new statutory probate court and approved the TCTX Thrive 2.0 small business program. Additionally, the court moved forward with concept planning to preserve the historic Palm School property.

• Approved $35M subaward to Mobile Loaves & Fishes for Burleson Village Community First (Unanimous)
• Approved filing legislation to create a new statutory probate court (Unanimous)
• Approved TCTX Thrive 2.0 program with $2M in funding plus administrative costs (Unanimous)
• Approved concept planning to preserve and reactivate the Palm School property (Unanimous)
• Approved legislation for waste management authority and District Clerk money order sales (Unanimous)
• Approved renewal of CTECC Interlocal with City of Austin for security services (Unanimous)
• Approved vacating drainage easements for Exeter Sunfield Resubdivision Phase 1 and Kimbro Creek Estates (Unanimous)
• Approved proceeding with Counsel at First Appearance initiative budget (Unanimous)

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The Travis County Commissioners Court will hold a work session to discuss appointments to county boards and commissions and receive an update on the Travis County Supportive Housing Initiative, which may be discussed in executive session.

• Discuss appointments to the Travis County Boards and Commissions
• Receive update and take appropriate action regarding Travis County Supportive Housing Initiative

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The Commissioners Court will consider initial priorities for allocating the remaining balance of Travis County's Local Fiscal Recovery Fund from the American Rescue Plan Act. They will also vote on a hybrid model and guidelines for the TCTX Thrive 2.0 small business grant program. Other items include a proposed license agreement for a construction laydown yard at Sandy Creek Park and appointments to a citizens bond advisory committee for the 2023 bond referendum.

• Consider initial priorities for allocating remaining Local Fiscal Recovery Fund balance (Item 12)
• Approve hybrid program model and guidelines for TCTX Thrive 2.0 small business grants (Item 11)
• License agreement for Thalle Construction laydown yard at Sandy Creek Park (Item 18)
• Appointments to Citizens Bond Advisory Committee for 2023 bond referendum (Item 24)
• Approve interlocal agreement with WCID17 for regional radio system membership (Item 5)

The Court established the Citizens Bond Advisory Committee for the 2023 referendum and approved the acquisition of approximately 19 acres of land for the Balcones Canyonlands Conservation Plan. Other actions included approving budget amendments and a license agreement for a construction laydown yard at Sandy Creek Park.

• Approved land acquisition of approximately 19 acres for Balcones Canyonlands Conservation Plan (Unanimous)
• Authorized formation and membership structure of the Citizens Bond Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved license agreement for Thalle Construction Company to use Sandy Creek Park as a temporary laydown yard (Unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments and transfers (Unanimous)
• Approved policies for the Intergovernmental Relations Office for the 88th Legislative Session (Unanimous)
• Approved notice of intent to file legislation for a local law (Unanimous)
• Approved vacation of two drainage easements for Longview Phase 2 subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved joining a comment regarding leaded aviation gasoline and air pollution (Unanimous)

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The Travis County Commissioners Court will vote on emergency rental assistance for 23 families at imminent risk of eviction. The Court will also consider renewing an EMS interlocal agreement with Emergency Services District No. 2, ratifying a contract for cremation and burial services, and authorizing the annexation of a portion of Bee Creek Road by the City of Lakeway. Several contract modifications and budget adjustments are on the agenda for approval.

• Emergency rental assistance for 23 families at imminent risk of eviction (Item 5)
• Ratification of first renewal of Interlocal Agreement with Travis County ESD No. 2 for EMS (Item 3)
• Contract with Eternal Peace Funeral Services for cremation and burial services (Item 7, $0 amount not specified)
• Modification No. 1 to contract with Scott & White Clinic for $64,000 for STAR Flight medical director (Item 9)
• Request from City of Lakeway to annex a portion of Bee Creek Road in Precinct Three (Item 17)

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved multiple consent items, including budget amendments, contract modifications, and official bonds. The court also authorized the County Judge to sign documents on behalf of Commissioners not physically present.

• Approved delegation of signing authority to County Judge (Unanimous)
• Approved bids from County Purchasing Agent, payment of claims, and fund investments (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Eternal Peace Funeral Services for cremation and burial services (Unanimous)
• Approved $64,000 modification to Scott & White Clinic contract (Unanimous)
• Approved $35,920 modification to Aguirre & Fields, LP for drainage improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $104,886 modification to Jackson & McElhaney Architects, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved annexation of a portion of Bee Creek Road for City of Lakeway (Unanimous)
• Approved bonds for various elected officials including County Judge and Commissioners (Unanimous)