MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 8

MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING

February 11, 2026

The Board of Directors (the “Board” or “Directors”) of Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 8 (the “District” or “MUD 811) met in regular session, open to the public, on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 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. Ray Geiselhart, Director for Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 9 (“MUD 9”); Mr. Andy Lynch of JT Lynch Company, LLC (“JT Lynch”); Messrs. Elliot M. Barner and Nicholas L. Roberts, attorneys, and Barbara Hankins, paralegal of Radcliffe Adams Barner PLLC (“Attorney” or “RAB”); and Ms. Stephanie Johnson, a member of the public.

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 9:02 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 DECEMBER 10, 2025 AND JANUARY 14, 2026 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Mr. Barner reported that the minutes of the December 10, 2025 meeting were not completed in time to provide such minutes to the Board sufficiently in advance of the meeting.

Mr. Barner stated that once such minutes are ready, RAB will distribute a draft of such minutes for the Board’s review. The President then directed the Board to the approval of the January 14, 2026 regular meeting minutes. Director Moravec questioned corrections regarding the January 14, 2026 minutes. A discussion ensued.

Upon a motion by Director Moravec, seconded by Director White, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board approved the minutes of the January 14, 2026 regular meeting minutes, with corrections.

TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR’S REPORT

Mr. Miller reviewed with the Board the Tax Assessor-Collector’s Report for the months of December 2025, copies of which are attached hereto, including past monthly collections and credits as reported by the Tax Assessor-Collector.

Mr. Miller went on to note that 53.26% of the 2025 taxes have been collected as of December 31, 2025.

Upon a motion by Director Patton, seconded by Director Moravec, 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 January 31, 2026, a copy of which is 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.

Mr. Barner entered the meeting at this time.

ORDER DETERMINING AD V ALO REM TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR THE TAX YEAR 2026

Mr. Barner then reviewed with the Board the Order Determining Ad Valorem Tax Exemptions for the 2026 Tax Year and reminded the Board that the District has historically provided a residential homestead exemption to any individual who is disabled or is 65 years of age or older in the amount of $30,000 as provided for by Texas Property Tax Code, Section 11.13(d), as amended. Mr. Barner noted that should the Board wish to further evaluate available exemptions from taxes levied by the District, that Mr. Howell, the District’s financial advisor, should be consulted. Further discussion ensued and it was the consensus of the Board that such exemptions did not need to be adjusted.

Upon a motion by Director Moravec, seconded by Director Tryon, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board approved the Order Determining Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for the Tax Year 2026, as presented.

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PETITION CHALLENGING APPRAISAL RECORDS

Mr. Barner next presented the Resolution Authorizing Petition Challenging Appraisal Records and reminded the Board that such resolution allows the District’s Tax Assessor-Collector to challenge certain information related to property values determined by the Montgomery Central Appraisal District (“MCAD”). Mr. Barner recommended that the Board adopt such resolution so that if the Tax Assessor-Collector finds that any information in the MCAD’s records is incorrect or has been omitted, she will be able to challenge such records.

Upon a motion by Director Moravec, seconded by Director Tryon, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board adopted the Resolution Authorizing Petition Challenging Appraisal Records, as presented.

ENGINEER’S REPORT

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

Mr. Murphy next updated the Board regarding the Lift Station Rehabilitation Project, Phase II (Lift Station Nos. 1,2, 3, 4 and 8) (“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 stated that Quiddity expects to request authorization to advertise for bids at the April Board meeting and present bid results of at the May
Board meeting.

Mr. Murphy next updated the Board regarding MUD 9’s Buckingham Water Treatment Plant Generator Project. Mr. Murphy stated that Texan Municipal and Industrial (“TMI”) has mobilized and begun work on generator pad, with the generator delivery expected in July 2026.

Mr. Murphy further stated that MUD 9’s engineer continues to review and consider Change Order No. 1 for the generator platform and will present to the Board upon MUD 9’s approval.

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. Mr. Murphy updated the Board that Quiddity continues to coordinate with MUD 9’s engineer and the property owner to obtain access to survey their property. A discussion ensued.

Mr. Murphy next reported that Quiddity plans to proceed with the annual water plant inspection, as required by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (“TCEQ”).

Mr. Murphy requested authorization to conduct the 2026 water plant inspection of Water Plant Nos. 1 and 2 with a full mechanical inspection estimated to cost approximately $11,000.00. An extensive discussion ensued.

Upon a motion by Director Patton, seconded by Director White, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board approved the Engineer’s Report, including authorization to proceed with the annual water plant inspections, as presented.

Director Barlow entered the meeting at this time.

OPERATOR’S REPORT

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

Mr. Wright reported that 791 customers within the District are currently receiving electronic billing statements. Mr. Wright further reported that there were fifteen (15) new customers paying electronically, of which five (5) elected to receive paperless billing. A discussion ensued.

Mr. Wright next reported that the Water Accountability Ratio for the District and MUD 9 were 91.1 7% for the past billing cycle.

Mr. Wright next reported to the Board regarding a property owner adjacent to the Wastewater Treatment Plant cut down some dead trees which were on District property and damaged the District fence. Mr. Wright stated that the property owner paid for the tree removal and also stated the property owner will seek quotes and pay for the repair of the damaged fence and provide same to Operator. A discussion ensued as to marking District property to indicate where District property begins and residential property line ends.

Mr. Wright updated the Board on recent fire hydrant inspections and determined two (2) fire hydrants needed replacement because such hydrants could not be repaired. Mr. Wright informed that Board that a full list of repairs of fire hydrants in the District will be presented at the March meeting.

Mr. Wright next reported to the Board that Hays North replaced the broken water main valve at 12227 Hawthorne Drive.

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

INSURANCE RENEW AL (EXPIRES MARCH 15)

The Board and Mr. Barner then discussed the renewal of the District’s insurance policies before such insurance expires on March 15, 2026. Mr. Barner reviewed the District’s coverage with the Board including the deductibles and limits. An extensive discussion ensued regarding deductible concerns and Director Moravec stated he will confirm with the District’s insurance representative and report to the Board.

Upon a motion by Director Moravec, seconded by Director Tryon, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board approved the proposal provided by Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, LLC, for the District’s insurance for the next policy term, ending on March 15, 2027.

AMEND RA TE ORDER

Mr. Wright updated the Board stating that it is necessary to amend the Rate Order to implement an increase in the water and sewer rates sufficient to fund all operating and maintenance expenses the Operator charges for District services. 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 amendment to the Rate Order, as presented.

ATTENDANCE AT ASSOCIATION OF WATER BOARD DIRECTORS – TEXAS (“A WBD”) SPRING SEMINAR, 2026 SUMMER CONFERENCE, AND DIRECTOR WORKSHOPS

Mr. Barner reminded the Board that it needs to authorize the Directors’ attendance at the AWBD Spring Seminar, with a date not provided yet, the 2026 Summer Conference in Grapevine, Texas from June 18, 2026, through June 20, 2026, and at various Director Workshops held by the AWBD.

Upon a motion by Director Moravec, seconded by Director Patton, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board authorized the Directors’ attendance at the A WBD Spring Seminar and 2026 Summer Conference, and Director Workshops on behalf of the District.

SECURITY AT DISTRICT FACILITIES

Director White updated the Board regarding Red Tiger’s cybersecurity proposal to provide a breakdown of everything needed to test, configure, install, commission, and maintain the firewall. 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 proposal provided by Red Tiger, as presented.

MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS

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

ATTORNEY’S REPORT

Regarding the Interlocal Agreement with MUD 9 for the operation and maintenance of water supply facilities serving the District and MUD 9, Mr. Barner discussed scheduling a telephone conference call with Director Patton, Mr. Geiselhart and MUD 9’s general counsel to confirm necessary revisions to such agreement so that it can be approved by both boards of the districts in March 2026.

Mr. Barner reminded the Board that they adopted a policy related to the prohibition of the use of certain social media applications on devices owned or leased by the District (the “Policy on the Prohibition of Certain Software Applications on Devices Owned or Leased by the District”).

Mr. Barner went on to explain that additional technologies and applications had recently been prohibited by proclamation of Governor Abbott; therefore, such policy needed to be amended to include such technologies and applications.

Mr. Barner next recommended to the Board that the agenda item for the memorandum regarding enforcement of deed restrictions prepared by RAB should be discussed in Executive Session.

Upon a motion by Director Patton, seconded by Director Barlow, after full discussion and all Directors present voting aye, the Board amended the Policy on the Prohibition of Certain Software Applications on Devices Owned or Leased by the District.

ELECTION AGENDA

Mr. Barner then reminded the Board that the District’s Directors Election is scheduled to be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026 (the “Election”), and that such election will be for three (3) positions whose terms expire in May 2025. In response to a question, Mr. Barner and Ms. Hankins reminded the Board that such positions are currently held by Directors Barlow, Moravec, and White. In response to another questions, Mr. Barner further stated that the last day to file an
application for a place on the ballot is 5:00 p.m. on February 13, 2026.

UPDATE ON THE OLD WALDEN FIRE STATION PROPERTY (“OWFS”)

Mr. Barner recommended that matters related to the OWFS be discussed in Executive Session.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

Pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, Subchapter D, of the Open Meetings Act, the President called the executive session to order at 10: 12 a.m. to discuss legal matters. Present for the executive session were the Board Members Barlow, Moravec and Tyron, Mr. Lynch, Mr. Barner, Mr. Roberts, and Ms. Hankins.

RECONVENED IN OPEN SESSION

As of 10:29 a.m., the President declared the Executive Session was ended and the public session was resumed.

Upon a motion by Director Moravec, seconded by Director Barlow, after full discussion and with three (3) Directors present voting aye, and Directors White and Patton abstaining, the Board approved the marketing strategies, pursuant to the terms discussed in Executive Session.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD, the meeting was adjourned at 10:37 a.m.

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

Secretary, Board of Directors

(DISTRICT SEAL)