Travis County Commissioners Court
Voting Session Agenda
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
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Travis County Administration Building, 314 W. 11th St.
Commissioners Courtroom, 1st Floor
Austin, Texas 78701
Voting Sessions begin at 9:00 AM unless otherwise noted.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. RECEIVE COMMENTS REGARDING A REQUEST TO TEMPORARILY CLOSE FUCHS GROVE ROAD IN PRECINCT ONE FOR BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS BEGINNING JULY 8, 2009 AND CONTINUING THROUGH OCTOBER 9, 2009 OR UNTIL CONSTRUCTION IS COMPLETED. (COMMISSIONER DAVIS) (ACTION ITEM #22)
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CITIZENS COMMUNICATION
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CONSENT ITEMS
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(SEE LIST OF CONSENT ITEMS)
SPECIAL ITEMS
2. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION REGARDING THE PROHIBITION OF OUTDOOR BURNING IN THE UNINCORPORATED AREAS OF TRAVIS COUNTY.
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPT. ITEMS
3. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON THE DRAFT FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON THE PROGRAM YEAR 2009 ACTION PLAN RELATED TO THE USE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS AVAILABLE THROUGH THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT.
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PLANNING AND BUDGET DEPT. ITEMS
4. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON BUDGET AMENDMENTS, TRANSFERS AND DISCUSSION ITEMS.
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5. REVIEW AND APPROVE REQUESTS REGARDING GRANT PROPOSALS, APPLICATIONS, CONTRACTS AND PERMISSIONS TO CONTINUE:
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- NEW GRANT APPLICATION TO TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS FOR HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AND VETERANS SERVICES DEPARTMENT TO RECEIVE AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FUNDS TO ADDRESS WEATHERIZATION AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY NEEDS FOR LOW INCOME HOUSEHOLDS; AND
- REVISED LANGUAGE: NEW GRANT APPLICATION TO THE NATIONAL ENERGY TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT, ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FOR RETROFIT OF TRAVIS COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICE BUILDING HVAC SYSTEMS.
6. RECEIVE BRIEFING, DISCUSS AND GIVE STAFF DIRECTION REGARDING THE PROCESS AND SCHEDULE FOR DEVELOPING THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE PUBLIC HEARING TO SET ELECTED OFFICIALS’ SALARIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010.
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7. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON COMMISSIONERS COURT PROGRAM PLANNING GUIDE AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO RELEASE THE DOCUMENT TO BROADDUS AND ASSOCIATES FOR USE DURING PHASE 1 OF THE TRAVIS COUNTY CENTRAL CAMPUS NEEDS ANALYSIS AND MASTER PLAN.
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8. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON AMENDMENT FIVE TO THE CURRENT DEPOSITORY BANK CONTRACT BETWEEN JPMORGAN CHASE AND TRAVIS COUNTY.
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9. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON FISCAL YEAR 2010 BUDGET RELATED ITEMS:
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- FISCAL YEAR 2010 BUDGET PARAMETERS;
- DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET HEARINGS AND MARKUP SCHEDULES; AND
- POSSIBLE VOLUNTARY HIRING FREEZE.
10. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON IMPROVING THE GRANTS PROCESS AND COORDINATION INCLUDING REPORTING FOR FUTURE YEARS.
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11. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION TO AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY JUDGE TO SIGN THE APPLICATION FOR PREFERRED PRICING WITH MOODY’S RATING AGENCY.
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ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS ITEMS
12. 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 $588,414.70 FOR THE PERIOD OF JUNE 5 TO JUNE 11, 2009.
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13. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON PROPOSED ROUTINE PERSONNEL AMENDMENTS.
Added to consent.
PLEASE NOTE: ITEM 14 WILL BE POSTPONED UNTIL JUNE 30, 2009
14. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION REGARDING POSSIBLE USES OF COUNTY-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5335 AIRPORT BOULEVARD:
- REQUEST FROM MANOS DE CRISTO TO USE THE BUILDING FOR THEIR ANNUAL BACK-TO-SCHOOL PROGRAM AND A REQUEST TO WAIVE ALL FEES FOR USE OF FACILITY FROM JULY 27, 2009 THROUGH AUGUST 21, 2009;
- REQUEST FROM HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AND VETERANS SERVICE DEPARTMENT FOR ANTICIPATED WEATHERIZATION PROGRAM;
- REQUEST FROM TRAVIS COUNTY DISTRICT JUDGES TO USE AS A JURY IMPANELING FACILITY; AND
- OTHER REQUESTS INFORMALLY REQUESTED BUT NOT DISCUSSED.
15. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON THE INFORMATION AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM CAREER LADDER ANALYSIS AND RECOMMENDATIONS COMPLETED BY EVERGREEN SOLUTIONS, LLC.
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JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY ITEMS
16. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON GRANT ADJUSTMENT NOTIFICATION FOR THE 2006 LAW ENFORCEMENT TERRORISM PREVENTION PROGRAM GRANT.
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PURCHASING OFFICE ITEMS
17. APPROVE ORDER EXEMPTING THE PURCHASE OF MECHANICAL ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING ENGINEERING SERVICES FROM THE COMPETITIVE PROCUREMENT PROCESS PURSUANT TO SECTION 262.024 (A)(4) OF THE COUNTY PURCHASING ACT FOR THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE BUILDING HVAC SYSTEMS UPGRADE.
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18. APPROVE MODIFICATION NO. 1 TO CONTRACT NO. PS090196ML, COACHCENTRIC, LLC FOR MEDIATION SERVICES.
Added to consent.
19. APPROVE CONTRACT AWARD FOR CONCRETE AND GROUT MIX, IFB NO. B090235RG, TO THE QUALIFIED LOW BIDDER, CENTEX MATERIALS LLC.
Added to consent.
20. APPROVE MODIFICATION NO. 7 TO CONTRACT NO. 08T00073RG, A-TEX PEST MANAGEMENT, FOR PEST CONTROL SERVICES.
Added to consent.
21. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION TO ISSUE A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR AN ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING/FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM.
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TRANSPORTATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES DEPT. ITEMS
22. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION REGARDING A REQUEST TO TEMPORARILY CLOSE FUCHS GROVE ROAD IN PRECINCT ONE FOR BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS BEGINNING JULY 8, 2009 AND CONTINUING THROUGH OCTOBER 9, 2009 OR UNTIL CONSTRUCTION IS COMPLETED. (COMMISSIONER DAVIS)
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23. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH THE LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY CONCERNING PRE-CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND DESIGN FOR THE TIMBER CREEK 2005 BOND PROJECT. (COMMISSIONER GÓMEZ)
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24. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON RESOLUTION TO SUPPORT CROSS COUNTRY WATER SUPPLY CORPORATION’S FINANCING FOR A WATER PIPELINE FACILITY. (COMMISSIONER DAVIS)
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25. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON INTERLOCAL COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF AUSTIN TO INCLUDE THE CITY’S WATER LINE RELOCATIONS IN THE IMPERIAL DRIVE DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. (COMMISSIONER DAVIS)
Added to consent.
OTHER ITEMS
26. APPROVE PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND AUTHORIZE COUNTY TREASURER TO INVEST COUNTY FUNDS.
Added to consent.
27. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION TO APPOINT CHAIRPERSON AND COMPLETE COUNT COMMITTEE TO HEAD THE TRAVIS COUNTY 2010 CENSUS INITIATIVE. (JUDGE BISCOE)
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28. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON ASSUMPTIONS FOR TRAVIS COUNTY REGARDING THE FOLLOWING:
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- PROPERTY TAX RATE CONSIDERATIONS; AND
- 2009 PARCEL RATE FEES.
29. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON PROPERTY TAX RATE CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE TRAVIS COUNTY HEALTHCARE DISTRICT.
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30. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON REQUEST TO ACCEPT AN ALARM MONITORING SOFTWARE SYSTEM DONATED BY AMERICAN BUSINESS MONITORING SYSTEMS, LLC. TO BE USED AT THE TRAVIS COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARMORY.
Added to consent.
31. RECEIVE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORTS FOR THE MONTH OF MAY 2009.
Added to consent.
32. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON FINAL STATUS OF TRAVIS COUNTY LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES FOR THE 81ST TEXAS LEGISLATURE, REGULAR SESSION.
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33. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION CONFIRMING NON-RENEWAL OF CONTRACT NUMBERS PS080199ML AND PS090149ML FOR EXTERNAL AUDIT SERVICES FOR 2009 FISCAL YEAR FOR TRAVIS COUNTY, JUVENILE PROBATION AND COMMUNITY SUPERVISION AND CORRECTIONS DEPARTMENT.
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34. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON REQUEST TO USE PARKING LOT AND COMFORT FACILITIES AT PALM SCHOOL ON JULY 4, 2009 FROM 4:00 P.M. TO 8:00 P.M.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS
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Note 1 Gov’t Code Ann 551.071, Consultation with Attorney
Note 2 Gov’t Code Ann 551.072, Real Property
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.
35. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION REGARDING PROPOSAL FOR DOWNTOWN OFFICE BUILDING BY D2000, A TURN KEY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY. 1 AND 2
Postponed.
36. RECEIVE BRIEFING FROM RETAINED OUTSIDE COUNSEL AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION REGARDING CAUSE NO. D-1-GN-09-0005000; J. ADAN BALLESTEROS VS. TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS AND BOB VANN; IN THE 250TH DISTRICT COURT OF TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS. 1
37. RECEIVE BRIEFING FROM COUNTY ATTORNEY AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION IN TRAVIS COUNTY, ET AL V. JOAQUIN FOX (DONALD R. RISINGER RESALE DEED). 1
38. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION REGARDING CONTRACT AWARD FOR BROKERAGE SERVICES FOR THE TRAVIS COUNTY CENTRAL CAMPUS WITH UGL EQUIS CORPORATION, FIRM SELECTED FOR CONTRACT NEGOTIATION. 1 AND 2
CONSENT ITEMS
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C1. RECEIVE BIDS FROM COUNTY PURCHASING AGENT.
C2. APPROVE COMMISSIONERS COURT MINUTES FOR VOTING SESSION OF JUNE 9, 2009.
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AGENDA
NORTHWEST TRAVIS COUNTY ROAD DISTRICT NO. 3 (GOLDEN TRIANGLE)
VOTING SESSION
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2009, AT 1:30 P.M. OR
UPON ADJOURNMENT OR RECESS OF COMMISSIONERS COURT
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1. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON PROPERTY TAX RATE CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE NORTHWEST TRAVIS COUNTY ROAD DISTRICT NO. 3.
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2. APPROVE PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
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TRAVIS COUNTY BEE CAVE ROAD DISTRICT NO. 1 (GALLERIA)
VOTING SESSION
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2009, AT 1:30 P.M. OR
UPON ADJOURNMENT OR RECESS OF COMMISSIONERS COURT
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1. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON PROPERTY TAX RATE CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE TRAVIS COUNTY BEE CAVE ROAD DISTRICT NO. 1 (GALLERIA).
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2. APPROVE PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
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AGENDA
TRAVIS COUNTY HOUSING FINANCE CORPORATION
VOTING SESSION
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2009, AT 1:30 P.M. OR
UPON ADJOURNMENT OR RECESS OF COMMISSIONERS COURT
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1. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON CONFIRMING NON-RENEWAL OF CONTRACT FOR EXTERNAL AUDIT SERVICES FOR 2009 FISCAL YEAR FOR TRAVIS COUNTY HOUSING FINANCE CORPORATION.
2. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON REQUEST TO APPROVE MINUTES OF BOARD OF DIRECTOR MEETINGS OF APRIL 14, 21 AND 28, 2009.
3. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON REQUEST TO APPROVE A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PRESIDENT AT THE APPROPRIATE TIME TO MAKE APPLICATION TO THE TEXAS BOND REVIEW BOARD FOR ALLOCATION FOR A 2009 SINGLE FAMILY BOND PROGRAM.
4. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON REQUEST TO EXECUTE A PARTIAL RELEASE OF LIEN ON 4406 ACRES LANE IN AUSTIN COLONY OWNED BY AUSTIN HABITAT FOR HUMANITY, INC.
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TRAVIS COUNTY HEALTH FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
VOTING SESSION
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2009, AT 1:30 P.M. OR
UPON ADJOURNMENT OR RECESS OF COMMISSIONERS COURT
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1. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON CONFIRMING NON-RENEWAL OF CONTRACT FOR EXTERNAL AUDIT SERVICES FOR 2009 FISCAL YEAR FOR TRAVIS COUNTY HEALTH FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
2. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON REQUEST TO APPROVE MINUTES OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETINGS OF APRIL 14 AND MAY 12, 2009.
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TRAVIS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
CAPITAL HEALTH FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
CAPITAL INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
TRAVIS COUNTY CULTURAL EDUCATION FACILITIES FINANCE CORPORATION
VOTING SESSIONS
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2009, AT 1:30 P.M. OR
UPON ADJOURNMENT OR RECESS OF COMMISSIONERS COURT
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1. CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON CONFIRMING NON-RENEWAL OF CONTRACT FOR EXTERNAL AUDIT SERVICES FOR 2009 FISCAL YEAR FOR TRAVIS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, CAPITAL HEALTH FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, CAPITAL INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND TRAVIS COUNTY CULTURAL EDUCATION FACILITIES FINANCE CORPORATION.
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TRAVIS COUNTY VISIONING SESSION WITH VARIOUS COUNTY OFFICIALS
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2009, AT 9:00 A.M.TEXAS STATE CAPITOL
LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE CENTER, CAPITOL EXTENSION, ROOM E2.002A
OPEN HOUSE FOR THE TRAVIS COUNTY OFFICES OF CHILD REPRESENTATION AND PARENTAL REPRESENTATION
A QUORUM OF THE COMMISSIONERS COURT MAY ATTEND
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2009, FROM
10:30 A.M. – 12:00 P.M AND 5:30 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
205 W. 9TH STREET, SUITE 240 AND
209 W. 9TH ST., SUITE 270
A QUORUM OF THE COMMISSIONERS COURT MAY ATTEND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2009, AT 1:30 P.M.
TRAVIS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURTROOM
314 W. 11TH STREET, 1ST FLOOR, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701
A QUORUM OF THE COMMISSIONERS COURT MAY ATTEND
TRAVIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE PUBLIC HEARING
ON COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
(FOR BOTH ACTIVE AND RETIRED COUNTY EMPLOYEES)
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2009, AT 4:30 P.M.
TRAVIS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
314 W. 11TH STREET, 1ST FLOOR, AUSTIN, TX. 78701
A QUORUM OF THE COMMISSIONERS COURT MAY ATTEND
AGENDA
TRAVIS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
WORK SESSION
Work Session Backup
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THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2009, AT 1:30 P.M.
314 W. 11TH STREET, COMMISSIONERS COURTROOM, 1ST FLOOR
AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701
1. PRESENTATION ON AND DISCUSSION REGARDING THE 81ST TEXAS LEGISLATURE, INCLUDING:
- FINAL STATUS OF LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES AND REPORT ON LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES;
- EVALUATION OF SUCCESSES AND FAILURES OF TRAVIS COUNTY LEGISLATIVE EFFORTS IN 2009; AND
- DISCUSSION OF PLANNING PROCESS FOR THE 82ND TEXAS LEGISLATURE IN 2011.
2. DISCUSS COUNTY OWNED PROPERTY ON AIRPORT BOULEVARD.
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Wednesday, July 1, 2009 8:57 AM