Mr. Holcomb noted that this project will replace 3,800 feet of line with 8 inch pipe. Mr.

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Mr. Holcomb noted that this project will replace 3,800 feet of line with 8 inch pipe. Mr. Rush asked when the project begins, but Mr. Key stated that a start date has not yet been determined, but it will occur before year-end. Mr. Holcomb highlighted that the project has been designed and the parts are just being purchased at this time. Mr. Jones asked what the new route will be, which Mr. Key stated would be up FM 2251 and will start where the District’s boundaries begin. Mr. Holcomb explained that he is seeking the Board’s authorization to sign-off on the easements. Mr. McKelvey asked if the District will pay for the easements, to which Mr. Holcomb agreed was correct because the District needs to be out of TxDOT right of way for this project. Mr. Holcomb highlighted that the District is not buying any property, but instead just dealing with easements. Mrs. Ross motioned to approve the authorization for Mr. Holcomb to sign off on items within this project, with a second by Mrs. Hartsfield. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Mrs. Callaway introduced herself and noted her desire to come to meetings and improve things for the area. Mr. Jones asked whether Mrs. Callaway is a current District customer, which Mrs. Stanford confirmed was correct. Mr. Jones noted that the District wants customers to show up. Mr. Jones explained about the District’s Board members and its interaction with Angelina & Neches River Authority. Mr. Holcomb noted that elections will occur

This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 2.6/10). 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.