Williamson County commissioners met to discuss and consider a number of agenda items April 3. Here are some highlights that were voted on at the meeting.

Commissioners Court approved April 8-14 as Public Safety Telecommunicator Week for Williamson County

The Commissioners Court voted to observe April 8-14 as Public Safety Telecommunicator Week in Williamson County.

National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week recognizes the work, commitment and performance of 911 operators and radio dispatchers. This includes the Emergency Communications employees of Williamson County and the other 911 dispatch centers in and around Williamson County.

Awards for outstanding achievements will be presented at the next Commissioners Court meeting April 10.

Commissioners Court declared April 8-14 as 2018 Crime Victims' Rights Week in Williamson County

The Commissioners Court also approved a proclamation declaring April 8-14 to be the 2018 Crime Victims' Rights Week in Williamson County.

National Crime Victims' Rights Week is celebrated throughout the U.S., with this year's theme emphasizing the importance of inclusion in victim services. The theme addresses how to ensure every crime victim has access to services and support along with how professionals, organizations and communities can work in tandem to reach all victims.

Williamson County's 2018 Crime Victims' Rights Week ceremony will be held April 11 at 10 a.m. in the Historic 26th District Courtroom. Awards will be presented to 11 nominees who are being recognized for having provided outstanding service to victims of crime in the 2017 calendar year in Williamson County.

Commissioners Court voted to declare April 9-13 as National Work Zone Awareness Week in Williamson County

Commissioners Court approved a resolution declaring April 9-13 as National Work Zone Awareness Week to bring national attention to motorist and worker safety and mobility issues in work zones.

National Work Zone Awareness Week is sponsored by the Federal Highway Administration, American Association of State Highway and Transportation officials and the American Traffic Safety Services Association to encourage drivers to slow down, stay alert and observe traffic signs when approaching work zones.

Williamson County approved funding for Heritage Square Park in the city of Taylor

The Commissioners Court approved a $100,000 funding request from the city of Taylor to fully upgrade and remodel Heritage Square Park, located at 400 Main St., Taylor. Funding will come from the Williamson County Community Recreation Facility Fund.

The planned construction of the facility will include the installation of a new splash pad, amphitheater, garden area, farmer's market pavilion, children's play area, restrooms, sidewalks, seating and an entrance to the park with plaques and signages, according to the city of Taylor's proposal.

The $100,000 funding provided by Williamson County will go toward the pavilion portion of the upgrade, with the remaining $91,000 for it coming from city budget funds. The entire remodeling of Heritage Square Park is projected to cost about $3,893,803.

The city of Taylor hosts community activities and events at the park, such as the annual Blackland Prairie Festival, Movies in the Park and the 9/11 Memorial Commemoration.

The recreational facility is controlled and maintained by the Parks and Recreation Department of the city of Taylor.

Mark Prinz will fill an open position on the Emergency Service District No. 10's board of directors, effective immediately

Williamson County Commissioners Court approved Mark Prinz's appointment to begin immediately and continue thereafter until Dec. 31, 2018. Prinz applied for the position March 26 after John Fischer, former member on the ESD board, left the position March 20.

Prinz said he wants to get more involved in his community and is excited about the appointment.

Prinz is a full-time farmer who has lived in the district for over 30 years. He also owns trucking operation, he is a member of the Bethlehem Church council and he volunteers on the Rodeo Austin Operation Committee.

ESDs are political subdivisions of the state of Texas, which may support or provide local emergency services, including rural fire prevention and control services.