MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 8
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
October 8, 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, October 8, 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, and Ms. Barbara Hankins, paralegal, of Radcliffe Adams Barner PLLC (“Attorney” or “RAB”).

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 SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 REGULAR MEETING

The President then directed the Board to the approval of the September 10, 2025 regular meeting minutes. A discussion ensued.

Upon a motion by Director Barlow, seconded by Director Tyron, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board approved the minutes of September 10, 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 August 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 98.51 % of the 2024 taxes have been collected as of August 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, 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 Barlow, seconded by Director White, after full discussion and with all Directors present voting aye, the Board approved the Bookkeeper’s Report, as presented.

DISTRIBUTION OF WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT (“WWTP”) FACILITIES’ BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026, TO MUD 9

Mr. Barner explained that pursuant to the District’s agreement with MUD 9 for the WWTP facilities that serve both districts, the District provides a draft of the budget for such facilities to MUD 9 for review, comment and consent prior to adoption of such budget by the District. In response to a question from Mr. Barner, Director Moravec confirmed that he had provided the draft of such budget to MUD 9.

Director Moravec stated that he continues to prepare a draft of the District’s budget for FYE December 31, 2026, and will distribute such budget to the District’s consultants and Directors for review and comments, prior to its adoption.

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. Mr. Murphy stated that CFG Industries (“CFG”) completed the rehabilitation work on the Marina Vista Lift Station No. 7 and CFG is working with Quiddity on final inspections and the Operator to begin start-up. Mr. Murphy then presented for approval CFG’s Pay Estimate No. 4 in the amount of $171,675.00 and stated that the project is approximately 90.20% completed. A discussion ensued.

Mr. Murphy next provided an update regarding MUD 9’s Buckingham Water Treatment Plant Generator Project. Mr. Murphy stated that MUD 9’s engineer is reviewing submittals and options for fuel storage. Mr. Murphy stated that MUD 9’s engineer is coordinating with contractor on quotes for an approximately 2,000-gallon diesel fuel tank.

Mr. Murphy presented to the Board an update regarding demolition of the Old Walden Fire Station (“OWFS”). Mr. Murphy stated that Quiddity continues working with Arcosa Construction Services (“Arcosa”) on the contract regarding details of the contract and the marketable condition of the OWFS location after demolition. Mr. Murphy further stated that Arcosa intends on providing a final contract for RAB’s review within the next week. An extensive discussion ensued regarding the demolition schedule and contract. Director Patton stated that Walden Community Church inquired about salvage of the flagpole.

Mr. Murphy next updated the Board regarding the 2026 Off-Site Lift Station Rehabilitation-Phase II Project (“Phase II”). Mr. Murphy stated that Quiddity is reviewing and updating costs for Phase II and all remaining Off-Site Lift Stations and intend to present the updated cost estimate and scope memo at the next Board meeting for review.

Mr. Murphy then reviewed with the Board the updated Capital Improvement Plan. An extensive discussion ensued.

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 CFG’s Pay Estimate No. 4 in the amount of $171,675.00, as presented.

OPERATOR’S REPORT

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

Mr. Wright reported that 775 customers within the District are currently receiving electronic billing statements. Mr. Wright further reported that there were 17 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 was 95.15% for the past billing cycle.

Mr. Wright updated the Board on the numerous leaks due to the recent dry conditions. Mr. Wright stated that this month there were five (5) reported leaks to Hays North for repairs due to ground movement.

Mr. Wright updated the Board on the third (3rd) phase of the original proposal for inspections on the Lift Stations. Mr. Wright stated that Hays North continues to educate residents relating to all products that are non-flushable products in the system.

Director Moravec updated the Board regarding the Water Smart Program, stating he has scheduled a presentation with the fifth (5th) graders at Madeley Ranch Elementary, Montgomery Independent School District, for October 30, 2025, at 8:30 a.m.

Mr. Wright updated the Board regarding the Alternative Water Source Production Permit to Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District, stating the District is meeting all requirements. A brief 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 Operator’s Report, as presented.

ANNUAL REVIEW OF RATE ORDER, AMEND AS NECESSARY

Regarding the annual review of Rate Order, Mr. Barner requested that the Board and consultants consider if any amendments are needed at this time. Mr. Wright stated that due to increases in Hays North’s administration and costs for services, it may be necessary to amend the Rate Order to sufficiently cover the District’s expenses and maintain a healthy operating reserve. A brief discussion ensued, and it was the consensus of the Board that Mr. Wright present at the next meeting Hays North’s proposal regarding adjustments to the Rate Order, if necessary.

SECURITY AT DISTRICT FACILITIES

Director White updated the Board on Red Tiger’s assessment of the District’s facilities. A discussion ensued. Mr. Barner reminded the Board that RAB has requested from Red Tiger the requisite Form 1295 Certificate of Interested Parties. Director White stated that Red Tiger has visited the facilities and provided recommendations for review by the Board. It was the consensus of the Board that Red Tiger present their assessment at the next Board meeting.

MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS

Mr. McClellan updated the Board on various items related to the WCIA, including various concerns voiced by property owners. An extensive discussion ensued.

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

ANNUAL REVIEW OF POST-ISSUANCE TAX EXEMPT DEBT COMPLIANCE POLICIES

Mr. Barner briefly reviewed with the Board the District’s Post-Issuance Compliance Policies for tax-exempt debt. In response to a question, Mr. Barner explained that no action was needed by the Board regarding such policies at this time.

ATTORNEY’S REPORT

Mr. Barner confirmed with the Board that once the agreement for demolition services is executed by Arcosa and provided to Quiddity, Quiddity will provide the bond and insurance information required by such agreement, RAB shall review such bonds and insurance and notify Quiddity of their approval.

Mr. Barner updated the Board on the emergency notification to customers and presented to the Board an example of procedures for issuing notifications to customers. A discussion ensued and the Board requested a copy of such procedures for review.

Mr. Barner updated the Board regarding certain 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 explained that RAB has completed a draft of an amendment to such agreement and that he is reviewing such draft. Mr. Barner also added that he had a few questions for Quiddity concerning certain cost. Mr. Barner stated that he will provide the completed draft to MUD 9 counsel for comment as soon as possible.

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

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD, the meeting was adjourned at 10:13 a.m.

PASSED AND APPROVED this the 12th day of November, 2025.

Secretary, Board of Directors