Non-agenda item Mr. Vogler spoke to the board regarding support for data center, would be good for Guadalupe County per taxes and jobs. Mr. Ramachandran spoke to the board regarding close loop system to save water and that AI is basically new electricity. Mr. Ashcraft, with a PhD in chemistry, works in Data centers, spoke to the board about the data centers transparency, regarding the close loop system, outstanding plans but questioned how we are going to limit water usage and cooling system. Mr

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Non-agenda item Mr. Vogler spoke to the board regarding support for data center, would be good for Guadalupe County per taxes and jobs. Mr. Ramachandran spoke to the board regarding close loop system to save water and that AI is basically new electricity. Mr. Ashcraft, with a PhD in chemistry, works in Data centers, spoke to the board about the data centers transparency, regarding the close loop system, outstanding plans but questioned how we are going to limit water usage and cooling system. Mr. Semerjibashian a grad from Texas state, spoke to board regarding the future of our land and water resources. Mrs. Waldrip, who receives water from the same source as Crystal Clear, stated that there are several data centers drawing water from the same source. Mr. Green, spoke with the board regarding restricted water use for years. CCSUD BOARD MEETING AGENDA July 23, 2026 Mrs. Castillo spoke to the Board regarding the current data center and the proposed location for a new data center. She expressed concerns regarding increased traffic, potential water shortages, and possible impacts on public health. Mrs. Knull spoke to the board regarding her love for the community and land and does not want the decisions to be rushed. Mrs. Schlichting spoke to the Board regarding her concerns about the impact of data centers on the State of Texas, particularly their potential effects on public health. Mrs. Rodriguez spoke to the Board regarding the future of her grandchildren. She expressed concerns about the potential effects the data center may have on her property and its future value. Mr. Garrison stated that people care about the community and acknowledged that property owners cannot be prevented from selling their land, noting that doing so could create a conflict of interest. Mrs. Smith spoke to the Board regarding the potential harm to CCSUD customers, including concerns about increased water usage and comparisons with water consumption at other data centers. Went over the calculator for drought contingency. Mrs. A Lindsey spoke with board regarding calculations for LUEs associated with the data center application. Ms. J. Lindsey spoke to the Board regarding the water demand calculations and the potential impact that approving the data center could have on CCSUD customers. Mrs. Littlefield spoke to the board as a York creek customer requesting transparency and the risk to the environment. Mrs. Conn spoke to the Board regarding her family’s 200-year history in the area and the importance of protecting and conserving water Mrs. Morgan spoke with the Board regarding the water she receives from McKinney and how CCSUD’s decision will affect her. Ms. Martin, a farmer, spoke to the Board regarding her concerns that this decision could disrupt the community’s way of life and expressed concerns about potential air and water pollution. Mrs. Flemming addressed the Board regarding her concerns about closed-loop systems in relation to the current drought restrictions. Mr. Devel spoke to the board regarding the quality of water. Ms. Juarez, a farmer, spoke to the Board regarding her desire to protect local agriculture. Mr. T spoke to the Board regarding the inspection process and the cost of water. Mr. Legar addressed the Board to express his concerns regarding the proposed data center and the policy regarding refusal of service. Dr. Chronis spoke to the Board regarding research and development related to AI Mr. Law spoke to the Board regarding the Natural Resources Committee meeting and expressed concerns that the tenants who will occupy the proposed development Mr. Dachlave spoke to the Board regarding the growth of New Braunfels and the potential impact the data center may have on the community. Mrs. Emerson spoke to the Board and asked them to listen to the community and honor and protect the land. Mr. Roach, a San Marcos resident, spoke to the Board regarding his request to slow down the process involving the proposed data center. CCSUD BOARD MEETING AGENDA July 23, 2026 Ms. Quinfil spoke to the Board regarding concerns about the quality of life and stated that she believes the risks outweigh the potential rewards. Mr. Ryan, a 13-year-old boy, spoke to the Board regarding the farmland from his family that will be affected. Mrs. Contreras spoke to the board of the pollution associated with the data center. Ms. Vogt spoke to the Board regarding the proposed data center and compared it to other data centers. Ms. Finlayson spoke to the Board regarding water conservation efforts in relation to the ongoing drought and the impact of water availability on her farming operations. Mr. Levinski, an attorney, spoke to the board regarding the water conservation amendment. Ms. Lake, a customer, spoke to the board regarding stage 3 water restrictions Mr. Tucker spoke to the board regarding the large demand the potential data center would use. Mr. Grouse spoke to the Board regarding his support for his neighbors who are opposed to the proposed data center. Mrs. Thorne spoke to the Board regarding the use of technology and the length of time it took to obtain a water meter. Mrs. Lambert questioned the board for supporting data to support the data center The Board recessed for a brief break at 8:28pm. The meeting resumed at 8:41pm. Ms. Null spoke to the Board on behalf of young people regarding concerns about water usage associated with the proposed data center. Mr. Molina spoke to the Board regarding concerns that the proposed data center would not provide meaningful improvements to the local economy.

This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 2.8/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, voting YES on measures that cap or reduce ad valorem tax burdens, expand taxpayer exemptions, retire debt early, enforce competitive bidding caps, or remove regulatory/zoning barriers to private property rights earns a positive Pro-Liberty score.