MINUTES OF MEETING OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS PARKWAY UTILITY DISTRICT
JUNE 11, 2025
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF HARRIS §
PARKWAY UTILITY DISTRICT §
The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Parkway Utility District (the “District”) convened in a regular session. A roll call was taken of the persons present:
Brenda McNeil, President
Ron Everhart, Vice President
Gloria Woods, Secretary
Cody Pogue, Investment Officer
Shiwann Simpson, Assistant Secretary
All directors for Parkway Utility District (“PUD”), except for Director Pogue, were present thus constituting a quorum. Also attending all or parts of the meeting were: Ms. Renee Butler of McLennan & Associates, L.P. (“Bookkeeper” or “McLennan”), bookkeepers for the District; Ms. Brittni Silva of Assessments of the Southwest (“Tax Assessor-Collector” or “ASW”), tax assessor and collector for the District; Mr. Jeffery Bishop of Quiddity, engineer for the District; Mr. Gary Syzek of Systems Project Management, General Manager for the District; Mr. Josh Maas with M. Marlon Ivy & Associates (“MMIA”), operator for the District; Mr. Reginald Wilson and Ms. Jessica Leung of Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP (“NRF”), attorneys for the District; and Mr. Hans Von Meier of Best Trash (“Best Trash”).
In accordance with notice posted pursuant to law, copies of certificates of posting of which are attached hereto as Exhibit “A,” the following business was transacted:
Call to Order. The President called the meeting to order and proceeded with the meeting business.
1. Board finding of existence of emergency or public necessity making the convening at one location of a quorum of the governmental body difficult or impossible and permitting a meeting by telephone pursuant to Section 551.125 of the Texas Open Meetings Act. Upon motion by Director Simpson, seconded by Director Woods, after full discussion and the question being put to the Board, the Board voted unanimously to find the existence of an emergency or public necessity making the convening at one location of a quorum of the governmental body difficult or impossible and permitting a meeting by telephone pursuant to Section 551.125 of the Texas Open Meetings Act.
2. Public Comments (2 minutes each). There were no comments.
3. Approve the minutes of the meeting on May 14, 2025. Minutes of the regular meeting of May 14, 2025, were previously distributed to the Board and were presented for consideration and approval. Upon motion by Director Everhart, seconded by Director Woods, after full discussion and the question being put to the Board, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes.
4. Report from Best Trash. President McNeil recognized Mr. Von Meier, who reported that the month of May has been quiet. He noted that the annual CPI adjustment will be presented at the August meeting.
5. Report from General Manager. President McNeil recognized Mr. Syzek, who reviewed and presented the District’s General Manager’s Report, a copy is attached hereto as Exhibit “B.”
Mr. Syzek discussed the impact of recent rainfalls on street drainage, stating that the District received calls from residents expressing concerns regarding street drainage in Parkway Forest and Sierra Ranch.
Mr. Syzek provided an update on Seirra Ranch Detention Pond and P122 Project, stating that the P122 project is in its early stages and no drainage improvements have occurred yet. He stated that work was at a standstill due to saturated ground situations.
Mr. Syzek reported on water valve, sanitary manhole, and storm manhole projects, stating that the operators are currently surveying water valves and sanitary sewer manholes and many of which are in accessible. He stated that the operators will make adjustments so that the valves and manholes can be used during water emergencies. He reported that Precinct 1 Road and Bridge is repairing storm sewer manholes as requested by the District.
Mr. Syzek reviewed a letter from Harris-Galveston Subsidence District (“HGSD”) regarding the 2025-2026 sponsorship to Monahan Elementary School (“Monahan”) via the Water Conservation School Program. He stated that Monahan Elementary School has approximately 160 students each class, which equals to $6,080 in sponsorship.
Mr. Syzek discussed an article regarding fluoride in water.
Upon motion by Director Simpson, seconded by Director Everhart, after full discussion and the question being put to the Board, the Board voted unanimously to approve the Interlocal Agreement with HGSD for the sponsorship to Monahan Elementary School, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit “C.”
6. Consider Interlocal Agreement with Harris-Galveston Subsidence District for 2025-2026 Water Conservation Program. This was discussed during the last item.
7. Report by Harris County Precinct Three Constable, including community Crime Watch, and action relating to Security. Mr. Wilson stated that Cpt. Sanders will be attending the next meeting in person.
8. Tax Assessor and Collector’s Report, status of delinquent tax accounts, and payment of bills. Ms. Silva presented to and reviewed with the Board the Tax Assessor-Collector’s Report for May, a copy of which is attached as Exhibit “D.” Ms. Silva reported that 97.00% of the District’s 2024 taxes have been collected as of May 31, 2025.
Ms. Silva presented seven checks and two wires to the Board for review and approval.
Ms. Silva reviewed the delinquent tax report, stating that notices will be sent this week.
Upon motion by Director Everhart, seconded by Director Simpson, after a full discussion and the question being put to the Board, the Board voted unanimously to approve the Tax Assessor and Collector’s Report and to authorize the delinquent tax attorney to enforce the collection of delinquent taxes pursuant to contract.
9. Bookkeeper’s Report, Investment Report, payment of bills, and take any necessary action. Ms. Butler reviewed the Bookkeeper’s Report and quarterly investment report, copies of which are attached as Exhibit “E.”
Ms. Butler reviewed the various fund balances.
Ms. Butler presented checks and deposit refunds for Board approval.
Ms. Butler reviewed the schedule of investments through current day.
Ms. Butler reviewed the Investment report for May with the Board.
Ms. Butler reviewed budget information and the budget comparison through May.
Upon motion by Director Everhart, seconded by Director Simpson, after a full discussion and the question being put to the Board, the Board voted unanimously to approve the bookkeeper’s report and the check for P122 relocation.
10. Operator’s Report from M. Marlon Ivy & Associates. Mr. Maas presented and reviewed with the Board the Operator’s Report, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit “F.”
Mr. Maas reported Parkway currently has 2,444 active connections.
Mr. Maas reviewed the bill and collections report for April 17, 2025, through May 17, 2025, with the Board.
Mr. Maas reviewed the production and sales report and stated the District has 90.37% accountability.
Mr. Maas reviewed historical data over a 4-month average.
Mr. Maas reported no excursions at the wastewater treatment plant.
Mr. Maas reviewed the purchased water report.
Upon motion by Director Simpson, seconded by Director Everhart, after full discussion and the question being put to the Board, the Board voted unanimously to accept the Operator’s Report.
11. Receive and approve Engineer’s Report, including approval of pay estimates and authorize action relating to plans and projects, including conveyances of real property and/or District facilities. Mr. Bishop presented to and reviewed with the Board the Engineer’s Report, a copy of which is attached as Exhibit “G.”
Mr. Bishop stated Sunrise Plastic Enterprise (“Sunrise”) has paused their engineer on preparing the necessary documentation to proceed with the annexation process and site plans to receive water services due to economic concerns in their industry.
Mr. Bishop reported on Global New Millennium Lift Station and Force Main (Lift Station No. 8), stating that the engineers are awaiting final approval from the City of Houston and Harris County. He stated that the bidding is anticipated to begin once plan approval is received.
Mr. Bishop reported on 9911 CE King Parkway Development (Mulch Matters), stating that the attorney is preparing a list of documents and a potential timeline for the developer’s use in planning for consideration of the development. He stated that City of Houston may have additional surface water availability and Quiddity is coordinating with Greewood UD’s engineer to compile a request to the City.
Mr. Bishop reported on Eugene Pilot Ltd Tract (A Hornberger Tract), stating that Quiddity is awaiting deposit from the developer to prepare the annexation documents and agreements.
Mr. Bishop reported on 9025 Pineland Road Feasibility Study, stating that Quiddity anticipate receiving a new request to conduct a feasibility study for the District to serve a 68-acre tract at 9205 Pineland Road, which will be at the expense of the developer.
Mr. Bishop reported on Parkway Forest Strom Sewer and P122-00-00 Channel Improvements Project, stating that Harris County is proceeding with construction of the project and is mobilizing to complete the waterline relocations along Crystal Cove this week. He stated that there will be 4-hour increments of water outages to residents in the area and the operator is coordinating notifications to the affected customers.
Mr. Bishop reported on Water Plant No. 2, stating that Quiddity addressed external review comments and resubmitted for final approval. He stated that bidding will begin once plan approval is received.
Mr. Bishop reported on Lift Station No. 1 Rehabilitation, stating that Quiddity awaits final approval from Harris County and City of Houston. He stated that after reviewing various quotes, he recommended the Board to approve the purchase of a new generator and sound enclosure in an estimated of $100,000 to comply with the City’s requirement. He stated that bidding will begin once plan approval is received.
Upon motion by Director Everhart, seconded by Director Woods, after full discussion and the question being put to the Board, the Board voted unanimously to approve the Engineer’s Report and to approve the purchase of a new generator and sound enclosure in an estimated amount of $100,000.
12. Report from Storm Water Solutions, and take any necessary action. Mr. Wilson reviewed a report from Storm Water Solutions, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit “H,” stating that there are no items presented for approval.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE BOARD, the meeting was adjourned.
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The foregoing minutes were passed and approved by the Board of Directors on July 9, 2025.
President, Board of Directors
ATTEST:
Secretary, Board of Directors