MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 8 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING

MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING

December 10, 2025

The Board of Directors (the “Board” or “Directors”) of Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 8 (the “District” or “MUD 8”) met in regular session, open to the public, on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., at the Walden Yacht Club, 13101 Melville Drive, Montgomery, Texas 77356, a designated meeting place located inside the boundaries of the District, and the roll was called of the duly constituted officers and members of the Board, to- wit:

John Tryon President
John L. Patton Vice President
Margie Barlow Secretary
Randolph C. Moravec Treasurer/Investment Officer
Michael White Assistant Secretary

All members of the Board were present, thus constituting a quorum. Also attending were Mr. Mark Miller of Municipal Accounts & Consulting L.P. (“Bookkeeper” or “MAC”); Messrs. Justin Abshire and Conner Murphy of Quiddity Engineering (“Engineer” or “Quiddity”); Mr. Philip Wright of Hays Utility North Corporation (“Operator” or “Hays North”); Mr. Jim McClellan, General Manager of Walden Community Improvement Association (“WCIA”); Mr. Ray Geiselhart, Director for Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 9 (“MUD 9”); and Mr. Elliot M. Barner, attorney.

The President, after finding that the notice of the meeting was posted as required by law and determining that a quorum of the Board was present, called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. and declared it open for such business as may come before it.

PUBLIC COMMENT

The President opened the meeting to public comment. There being no comments, the President directed the Board to proceed with the agenda.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 12, 2025 REGULAR MEETING

The President then directed the Board to the approval of the November 12, 2025 regular meeting minutes. A discussion ensued.

Upon a motion by Director Moravec, seconded by Director Barlow, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board approved the minutes of November 12, 2025 regular meeting, as presented.

TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR’S REPORT

Mr. Miller reviewed with the Board the Tax Assessor-Collector’s Report for the month of October 2025, a copy of which is attached hereto, including past monthly collections and credits as reported by the Tax Assessor-Collector.

Mr. Miller went on to note that 2.39% of the 2025 taxes have been collected as of October 31, 2025.

Upon a motion by Director Patton, seconded by Director Barlow, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board approved the Tax Assessor-Collector’s Report, as presented.

BOOKKEEPER’S REPORT

Mr. Miller presented to and reviewed with the Board the Bookkeeper’s Report for the period ending November 30, 2025, copies of which are attached hereto, including the current fund balances, expenditures and investments of the District. A discussion ensued.

Upon a motion by Director Moravec, seconded by Director Patton, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board approved the Bookkeeper’s Report, as presented.

ORDER ADOPTING BUDGET FOR GENERAL FUND FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING (“FYE”) DECEMBER 31, 2025

Director Moravec then presented to the Board a proposed general fund budget for the FYE December 31, 2025. A discussion then ensued regarding various line items contained in such proposed budget.

Upon a motion by Director Barlow, seconded by Director Patton, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board approved the Order Adopting Budget for the General Fund for the FYE December 31, 2025.

ORDER ADOPTING BUDGET FOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES (THE “WWTF”) FOR FYE DECEMBER 31, 2025

Director Moravec next presented to the Board a proposed budget for the District’s WWTF for the FYE December 31, 2025. A discussion then ensued regarding various line items contained in such proposed budget.

Upon a motion by Director Patton, seconded by Director Barlow, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board approved the Order Adopting Budget for the WWTF for the FYE December 31, 2025.

ENGINEER’S REPORT

Mr. Murphy then presented the Engineer’s Report, a copy of which is attached hereto.

Mr. Murphy updated the Board on the Lift Station Nos. 5, 6 and 7 Rehabilitation Project (“Phase I”). Mr. Murphy stated that the punch list and final inspection is complete with CFG Industries (“CFG”) and final pay estimate will be presented for approval at the next Board meeting.

Mr. Murphy next updated the Board regarding Phase II of the Lift Station Rehabilitation Project (“Phase II”). Mr. Murphy stated that Quiddity has proceeded with design and survey of the Phase II Project, the scope of which includes Lift Station Nos. 1 through 4 and No. 8. Mr. Murphy further discussed the design schedule, which is included in the capital project schedule, attached to this report. A discussion ensued.

Mr. Murphy next updated the Board stating there was nothing new to report regarding MUD 9’s Buckingham Water Treatment Plant Generator Project. Mr. Murphy stated that MUD 9’s engineer continues to review submittals. A discussion ensued regarding quotes for the fuel storage tank size requirements, delivery time and sound issues.

Mr. Murphy presented to the Board an update regarding demolition of the Old Walden Fire Station (“OWFS”). Mr. Murphy stated that Arcosa Construction Services (“Arcosa”) has begun demolition with plans to be completed by end of the week. Mr. Murphy confirmed previous approval of Change Order #1 to address the abatement of found asbestos and the full termination of gas and electrical lines on site in the amount of $5,000.00 and requests one (1) added calendar day for Board review and approval to Arcosa. A discussion ensued as to the property condition after demolition is complete and coordinating with Operator on additional fill dirt needed for the OWFS property.

Mr. Murphy then reviewed with the Board the request from MUD 9 for assistance in improving drainage along Lake Estates Drive. Mr. Murphy stated that MUD 9 is requesting the District’s assistance in obtaining the proper stormwater drainage easements. An extensive discussion ensued. Mr. Murphy further stated that Quiddity will coordinate with MUD 9’s engineers regarding obtaining metes and bounds of the proposed two (2) easements and provide RAB easement documentation for review.

Upon a motion by Director Patton, seconded by Director Barlow, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board approved the Engineer’s Report, including adding one (1) calendar day to Change Order #1, as presented.

OPERATOR’S REPORT

Mr. Wright next presented the Operator’s Report, a copy of which is attached hereto.

Mr. Wright reported that 788 customers within the District are currently receiving electronic billing statements. Mr. Wright further reported that there were six (6) new customers paying electronically, of which three (3) elected to receive paperless billing. A discussion ensued.

Mr. Wright next reported that the Water Accountability Ratio for the District and MUD 9 was 94.12% for the past billing cycle.

Mr. Wright next updated the Board regarding the completion of the hydropneumatic tank repair at the Poe Water Plant.

Mr. Wright next updated the Board regarding a service line issue at the Browing Water Treatment Plant stating the tap failed and repairs were completed.

Mr. Wright next updated the Board on the development of a sink hole located at Melville and Emerson. Mr. Wright stated that upon inspection, erosion was discovered under the street at the manhole which Hays North repaired, sealed, back filled, and replaced the concrete. A discussion ensued.

Mr. Wright next updated the Board on the recent full fire hydrant inspections of 140 fire hydrants. A discussion ensued as to the various stages of repair/replacement of such fire hydrants. Mr. Wright requested approval not to exceed $22,000.00 proposal from R&R Services to repair, replace and paint all District fire hydrants listed as stated in the inspection report. A discussion ensued regarding coordinating with the Fire Chief as to the District’s concerns with including identifying features for each hydrant by installing adaptors and reflectors while painting the fire hydrants.

Upon a motion by Director Patton, seconded by Director Barlow, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board approved the Operator’s Report, including R&R Services proposal not to exceed $22,000.00 for repair/replace/paint of the fire hydrants, as presented.

SECURITY AT DISTRICT FACILITIES

Director White updated the Board regarding Red Tiger’s cybersecurity assessment for the District. Director White stated that Red Tiger is working on their proposal to provide a breakdown of everything needed to test, configure, install, commission, and maintain the firewall. A discussion ensued.

MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS

Mr. Jim McClellan updated the Board on the activities of the Walden Community Improvement Association (“WCA”). A discussion ensued regarding the community flagpole replacement, WCA various buildings upgrade options, and end of the year activities hosted by the WCA.

Mr. Geiselhart then updated and summarized to the Board the actions taken in the recent MUD 9 meeting.

The Board next discussed renewing the District’s membership in the AWBD.

Upon a motion by Director Barlow, seconded by Director Moravec, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board authorized the renewal of the District’s membership in the AWBD and authorized payment of the same.

EMINENT DOMAIN REPORTING COMPLIANCE PURSUANT TO TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, SECTION 2206.151-157, AS AMENDED

Mr. Barner then reported that RAB will file the required annual eminent domain report on behalf of the District pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 2206.151-157, as amended. Mr. Barner explained that the report includes information related to the District’s authority to exercise its power of eminent domain and must be filed by no later than February 1st of each year.

Upon a motion by Director Patton, seconded by Director Tryon, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board authorized RAB to file the required annual eminent domain report pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 2206.151-157, as amended.

ORDER CHANGING ADDRESS OF AN OFFICIAL DESIGNATED DISTRICT MEETING PLACE

Mr. Barner explained that RAB is moving offices and, therefore, requesting the District to designate an additional meeting place outside the boundaries of the District. Mr. Barner stated that since such designation is outside the boundaries of the District, publication of a notice of such adoption, pursuant to Texas Water Code, Section 49.062(b), is required. Mr. Barner presented to and reviewed with the Board the Order Designating Additional District Meeting Place Outside the Boundaries of the District.

Upon a motion by Director Patton, seconded by Director Barlow, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board approved the Order Designating Additional District Meeting Place Outside the Boundaries of the District, as presented.

ATTORNEY’S REPORT

Mr. Barner next updated the Board regarding matters related to the funding of certain costs that are subject to the Alternative Water Supply (“AWS”) Facilities Agreement between the District and MUD 9. Mr. Barner stated that he had completed a draft and would be sending it to MUD 9’s general counsel for review.

2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION

Mr. Barner next updated the Board regarding the upcoming May 2, 2026 (the “Election”), and that such election will be for positions held by Directors Barlow, Moravec, and White, since such positions’ terms of office are due to expire. Mr. Barner stated that candidate packets will be provided to each of the incumbents in the next few weeks. Mr. Barner discussed the appointment of a designated agent for the Election to perform the duties set forth in Sections 31.122 and 31.123 of the Texas Election Code, as amended. Mr. Barner explained that a copy of the Notice of Appointment of Designated Agent will be posted at the District, the offices of RAB, and on the District’s website. Next, Mr. Barner reported that the District must post the Notice of Deadline to File Applications for Place on the Ballot no later than Monday, December 15, 2025. Mr. Barner also reported that the first day to file an application for a place on the ballot is January 14, 2026, and the last day to file an application for a place on the ballot is 5:00 p.m. on February 13, 2026.

Upon a motion by Director Patton, seconded by Director Tyron, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board: 1) appointed RAB as the District’s designated agent for the Election; and 2) authorized posting the Notice of Deadline according to applicable law governing such notice.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD, the meeting was adjourned.

PASSED AND APPROVED this the 11th day of March 2026.

ATTEST:
/s/ Margie Barlow
SECRETARY

(DISTRICT SEAL)