Operation and Maintenance Repotts. e O&M Technical Report e Cathodic Protection Report Mr. Sendejo presented the O&M Technical Report for the weeks of May 26 through June 30, 2025. He reported that some of the field staff will be attending training and are preparing for licensing exams. He and Foreman Victor Gutierrez are working towards their B license. Mr. STWA Regular Meeting Minutes July 8, 2025 Page 5 Sendejo continues working on standard operating procedures for field staff and the SCADA system is being updated for improved alarm notifications. Dr. Lawhon asked if any studies have been performed to verify that the 42-inch waterline can successfully deliver water if an agreement is reached to sell water to the City of Corpus Christi. Ms. Wagner responded that CP Technician Hector Barbosa brought forth information today about certifying the condition of the waterline. The process should take about one month. Mr. J. Morales commented that staff needs to be proactive in maintaining the water system. Mr. Marez stated that the various items related to the waterline would be prioritized and presented to the Board as needed.

Bastiat Liberty & Property Rights Analysis

This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 2.4/10). 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.