9. Hear Operations Report. Mr. Wilson recognized Mr. Smith, who presented to and reviewed with the Board the Operator’s Report for the month of September, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit I. Mr. Smith introduced Mr. Madia to the Board. Mr. Madia stated that SE is not charging the District for the late mailing of the Rate Order notification letters to residents. Mr. Smith noted the District’s accountability is 101.01%. He reported on various maintenance items for the month. Mr. Smith presented to and reviewed with the Board the sanitary sewer manhole survey, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit J. He stated that 208 manholes were surveyed and the estimated total cost for repairs is $42,995.00. Ms. Cook noted that one of the manholes was damaged by the company, Astound, and the repair needs to be back-billed to the company. She stated that she would provide Mr. Smith with the information. Upon motion by Director Randall, seconded by Director Smith-Boards, after full discussion and the question being put to the Board, the Board voted unanimously to approve the repairs for the sanitary sewer manhole survey in the estimated amount of $42,995.00, with the exception of the damaged manhole to be back-billed to Astound. Mr. Smith reviewed the delinquent accounts and noted that disconnects are scheduled for November 6, 2025. He stated that there are 99 accounts set for termination. Upon motion by Director Randall, seconded by Director Smith-Boards, after full discussion and the question being put to the Board, the Board voted unanimously to approve the Operations Report, approve the termination of delinquent accounts pursuant to the terms of the Rate Order.

Bastiat Liberty & Property Rights Analysis

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.