6. Update on TWDB 2026 GCD Grant Submission The District has been awarded a $180,000 Texas Water Development Board grant, and project planning is underway with the selected vendor as implementation activities begin. c. Update on McCar Materials The General Manager reported receipt of correspondence from the Veterans of Stallion Estates Coalition regarding the McCar Materials quarry and noted that no substantive response has been received following the District's reply, leaving the matter unchanged pending further communication. d. Update on Capitol Visits The General Manager and General Counsel reported on meetings with legislative offices regarding rural data centers and possible amendments to the Public Funds Investment Act as part of the District's continuing engagement with state policymakers on issues affecting groundwater districts and local government finances. e. Legislative Committee Update The Legislative Committee discussed quarry permitting authority and proposed legislation that would provide the District additional regulatory authority as legislative options are evaluated in advance of the next legislative session. f. Cybersecurity Awareness Training The General Manager reminded Directors and staff that annual cybersecurity training must be completed by August 31, 2026, and reported that the District remains on schedule to meet state training requirements. g. Update on Permit Fee Waiver Staff have initiated public outreach efforts regarding the permit fee waiver, including mailings, social media posts, and media coverage to encourage eligible well owners to take advantage of the waiver period. h. City of Blanco Resolution 2026-R-010 The General Manager reported that the City of Blanco adopted a resolution establishing a cooperative relationship with the District regarding well permitting information, strengthening coordination on groundwater-related matters. i. TAGD Summit 2026 The General Manager announced the upcoming TAGD Summit and encouraged Board participation in what is expected to provide educational and networking opportunities on groundwater management issues. j. TCEQ Rule Change - Petition for Inquiry and Waste Minimization The General Manager reviewed recent TCEQ rule changes of potential interest to the District and noted that staff will continue monitoring regulatory developments affecting District operations and groundwater management activities. k. TWDB Water Awareness Campaign The General Manager discussed the statewide "This is Texas Water" public education campaign and possible local participation opportunities that may enhance public outreach and water conservation education efforts.

Bastiat Liberty & Property Rights Analysis

This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 2.5/10). 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.