Newark, Texas

EST 1951 NEWARK TEXAS City of Newark Municipal Development District Board of Directors Regular Meeting Agenda July 9, 2026 - 6:30 p.m. Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. 3. Citizen Comment. The district invites persons with comments or observations related to the district issues, projects, or policies to briefly address the district. Anyone wishing to speak must sign in before the beginning of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit. State law prohibits the district from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted agenda. 4. Consider and act on approval of the Newark Municipal Development District (MDD) Meeting Minutes for June 11, 2026. 5. Update regarding the ballfield fencing project. 6. Discuss, consider, and take possible action regarding the proposed incentive policy and resolution draft provided by EDP Consultant Greg Last. 7. Discuss, consider, and take possible action regarding potential future MDD projects and ideas. 8. Discussion regarding the Newark MDD Board budget. 9. Adjourn meeting. CERTIFICATION — | certify that the attached agenda was posted on or before 6:30 pm on Monday, July 6, 2026. tity M7) Ri EWA, Michelle Peterson, City Secretary > S s s ve see. oe tn, Chics j s “ny Is “Mra

NEWARK ty, ws? CITY OF NEWARK, TEXAS NOTICE OF SPECIAL CALLED CITY COUNCIL MEETING Date: July 8, 2026 Time: 6:00 P.M. Location: 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Newark, Texas, will hold a special called meeting at the date, time, and location stated above. The subjects to be discussed are listed below. The City Council reserves the right to convene in closed session at any time during the meeting as authorized by the Texas Government Code, including Sections 551.071-551.087. 1. Call to Order & Establish Quorum 2. Pledge of Allegiance & Invocation 3. Citizens Comments REGULAR AGENDA 4. Discuss, consider, and take action regarding adoption of Ordinance No. 585 approving the City of Newark Water Conservation Plan and authorizing its implementation. 5. EXECUTIVE SESSION - In accordance with Texas Government Code Chapter 551, the City Council will convene into Executive Session (closed meeting) to discuss the following: i. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), to receive legal advice and discuss matters related to the proposed Interlocal Agreement with the City of Boyd for police services. ii. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.072 (Deliberation Regarding Real Property), to deliberate the value, pricing, and financial terms related to the potential sale of a portion of City-owned property located at the southwest corner of 209 Hudson Street for the proposed Atmo [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Page | 3 2025 Consumer Confidence Report - CITY OF NEWARK Public Water Supply ID: TX2490008 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report CITY OF NEWARK Public Water System ID: TX2490008 We are pleased to present to you the Annual Water Quality Report (Consumer Confidence Report) for the year, for the period of January 1 to December 31, 2025. This report is intended to provide you with important information about your drinking water and the efforts made by the water system to provide safe drinking water. (Este reporte incluye informacion importante sobre el agua para tomar. Para asistencia en español, favor de llamar al telefono ( 817) 489-2201. For more information regarding this report, contact: Name: William Allen Phone: 817-489-2201 Sources of Drinking Water CITY OF NEWARK is Ground water. Our water source(s) and source water assessment information are listed below: Source Name Type of Water Report Status Location 10 - HUDSON ST / RAMHORN RD HUDSON ST / RAMHORN RD Ground water Yes 209 Hudson St. Newark, TX 76071 11 - HUDSON ST / RAMHORN RD HUDSON ST / RAMHORN RD Ground water Yes 209 Hudson St. Newark, TX 76071 1P - FM 718 / CITY HALL FM 718 Ground water Yes 209 Hudson St. Newark, TX 76071 3T - PS 2 / 500' E OF RAM HORN RD 500' E OF RAM HORN RD Ground water Yes 209 Hudson St. Newark, TX 76071 4P - PS 2 PS 2 Ground water Yes 209 Hudson St. Newark, TX 76071 5T - W SIDE OF ROSE HILL W SID [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

1 City Council Meeting Agenda June 18, 2026 7:00 p.m. Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. 3. Mayor Update. 4. Public Comments: This portion of the agenda is the public's opportunity to address the Council about any item listed on the agenda, except public hearings. Comments related to public hearings will be heard when the specific hearing begins. Individuals wishing to make public comment shall sign up to speak before the start of the meeting. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless otherwise required by law. Per the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Council is not permitted to take action on or discuss any item not listed on the agenda. Items suggested for action may be placed on a future agenda, at the Council's sole discretion. CONSENT AGENDA (Items listed on the consent agenda allow the Council to approve all items together without discussion or individual motions. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of any one member of the Council. Removed items will be discussed and action taken immediately after the consent agenda.) 5. Consider and act on the following items: A. Town Hall Meeting Minutes for May 12, 2026 B. Council Meeting Minutes for May 21, 2026 C. Special Called Meeting Minutes for June 2, 2026 D. Accounts Payables for May 2026 E. Financial Statements for May 2 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

1 Budget Meeting Agenda June 18, 2026 6:00 p.m. Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Budget Workshop – discussion of all funds for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Budget. 3. Adjourn meeting. CERTIFICATION – I certify that the attached agenda was posted o n or before 6:00 pm on Thursday, June 11, 2026. Michelle Peterson Michelle Peterson, City Secretary NOTE: Pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, the Council reserves the right to convene in Executive Session(s), from time to time as deemed necessary during this meeting to receive legal advice from its attorney on any posted agenda item as permitted by law or to discuss the following: A. Consult with attorney on a matter in which the attorney's duty to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct conflicts with this chapter and/or consult with attorney about pending or contemplated litigation or contemplated settlement of the same. Section 551.071. B. Discuss the possible purchase, exchange, lease or sell of value of real property and public discussion of such would not be in the best interests of the City's bargaining position. Section 551.072. C. Discuss negotiated gifts or donations to the City and public discussion at this stage would have a detrimental effect on the City's bargaining position. Section 551.073. D. Discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

1 NOTICE OF CORRECTED AGENDA This agenda supersedes the agenda previously posted on June 11, 2026, for the June 18, 2026 City Council Meeting. The agenda has been corrected to add a public hearing regarding the proposed sale of a portion of City-owned property located at the southwest corner of 209 Hudson Street for the proposed Atmos Energy DRS Facility site. Subsequent agenda items have been renumbered accordingly. CITY OF NEWARK Corrected City Council Meeting Agenda June 18, 2026 7:00 p.m. Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. 3. Mayor Update. 4. Public Comments: This portion of the agenda is the public's opportunity to address the Council about any item listed on the agenda, except public hearings. Comments related to public hearings will be heard when the specific hearing begins. Individuals wishing to make publi c comment shall sign up to speak before the start of the meeting. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless otherwise required by law. Per the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Council is not permitted to take action on or discuss any item not listed on the agenda. Items suggested for action may be placed on a future agenda, at the Council's sole discretion. CONSENT AGENDA (Items listed on the consent agenda allow the Council to approve all items together without discussion or individual mo [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Page | 3 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report CITY OF NEWARK Public Water System ID: TX2490008 We are pleased to present to you the Annual Water Quality Report (Consumer Confidence Report) for the year, for the period of January 1 to December 31, 2025. This report is intended to provide you with important information about your drinking water and the efforts made by the water system to provide safe drinking water. (Este reporte incluye informacion importante sobre el agua para tomar. Para asistencia en espafiol, favor de llamar al telefono (817) 489-2201. For more information regarding this report, contact: Name: William Allen Phone: 817-489-2201 Sources of Drinking Water CITY OF NEWARK is Ground water. Our water source(s) and source water assessment information are listed below: Source Name Type of Water Report Status a Location 10 - HUDSON ST / RAMHORN RD HUDSON ST / Ground water A 33.002744 RAMHORN RD -97.481157 11-HUDSONST/RAMHORNRD HUDSONST/ =| Groundwater A 33.002741 RAMHORN RD -97.481236 AP - FM 718 / CITY HALL FM 718 Ground water A 33,003618 -97.485430 3T - PS 2 /500' E OF RAM HORN RD 500' E OF RAM HORN | Ground water A 33.003589 RD -97.479191 4P-PS2 PS2 Ground water A 33.003561 -97.479216 5T - W SIDE OF ROSE HILL W SIDE OF ROSE HILL | Ground water A 33.020768 -97.488167 7P - W SIDE OF RH RD 3 WSIDEOFRHRD3 | Ground water A 33.020847 -97.488221 8 - HUDSON ST 7 Ground water A 33.003094 -97.480866 9 - HUDSON ST ; Ground water A 33.003065 -97.481608 | 2025 Consu [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

City of Newark Municipal Development District Board of Directors Regular Meeting Agenda June 11, 2026 - 6:30 p.m. 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. 3. Citizen Comment. The district invites persons with comments or observations related to the district issues, projects, or policies to briefly address the district. Anyone wishing to speak must sign in before the beginning of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit. State law prohibits the district from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted agenda. CONSENT AGENDA 4. Consider and act on approval of the Newark Municipal Development District (MDD) Meeting Minutes for May 14, 2026. REGULAR AGENDA (NON-CONSENT) 5. 10. Update regarding the park exercise equipment concrete project. Update regarding the ballfield fencing project. Discuss, consider, and take possible action regarding the proposed incentive policy and resolution draft provided by EDP Consultant Greg Last. Discuss, consider, and take possible action regarding changing the date and time of the Newark MDD Board monthly meetings. Discuss, consider, and take possible action regarding potential future MDD projects and ideas. Discussion regarding the Newark MDD Board budget. Page 1 of 2 11. Adjourn meeting. CERTIFICATION I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act on the official b [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

of the meeting. CITY OF NEWARK, TEXAS NOTICE OF SPECIAL CALLED CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: June 2, 2026 TIME: 7:00pm LOCATION: 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Newark, Texas, will hold a special called meeting at the date, time, and location stated above. The subjects to be discussed are listed below. The City Council reserves the right to convene in closed session at any time during the meeting as authorized by the Texas Government Code, including Sections 551.071–551.087. 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Citizens Comments 5. Regular Agenda (a) Consider and take action on a Resolution relating to approving a financing by the Newark Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corporation for the benefit of NYOS Charter School, Inc. and related matters. (b) Consider and act on the selection of a social media archiving service. 6. Budget Workshop-discussion on all funds for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Budget. 7. Adjourn. CERTIFICATION I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act on the official bulletin board at City Hall and on the City’s website at least 72 hours preceding the scheduled time Jenni Moore Jenni More, City Administrator

Page 1 of 1 NEWARK CULTURAL EDUCATION FINANCE CORPORATION NEWARK MUNICIPAL BUILDING 209 HUDSON STREET, NEWARK TEXAS TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026 AT 6:30 PM Newark Cultural 1. Call to order and announce a quorum is present. 2. Consider and act on a resolution approving a loan agreement among the corporation, NYOS Charter School, Inc., and Texas Capital Community Development Corporation, and related matters 3. Adjourn. CERTIFICATION - I certify that the attached agenda was posted on the City’s website and in the kiosk at the entrance of Newark City Hall on or before 6:30 pm on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Jenni Moore Jenni More, City Administrator

Special Called City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes June 2, 2026, 7:00 PM 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071, US 1. Call to Order Mayor Cardwell called the meeting to order at 7:03 PM and confirmed that a quorum was present. Those in attendance were Mayor Crystal Cardwell, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Raines, Councilmember Nate Butler, Councilmember Melanie Payne, City Administrator Jenni Moore, City Secretary Michelle Peterson and Code Enforcement Officer Devon Kennedy. 2. Invocation The invocation was led by Mayor Cardwell 3. Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, It was noted that the order of the invocation and Pledge had been transposed on the new agenda format, and a correction would be made for future meetings. 4. Citizens Comments There were no citizens comments. 5. Regular Agenda (a) Consider and take action on a Resolution relating to approving a financing by the Newark Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corporation for the benefit of NYOS Charter School, Inc. and related matters. Mayor Cardwell read the agenda item into the record. Council proceeded to vote on the resolution. A motion to approve the Resolution relating to approving a financing by the Newark Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corporation for the benefit of NYOS Charter School, Inc. and related matters was made by Councilmember Melanie Payne and seconded by Councilmember Nate Butler. The motion carried unanimously. (b) Consider and act on the selection of a social media a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

EST 1951 TEXAS NEWARK : City Council Meeting Agenda May 21, 2026 7:00 p.m. Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. 3. Administer Oaths of Office for Place 1, Place 2, and Place 3. 4. Mayor Update. 5. Public Comments: This portion of the agenda is the public's opportunity to address the Council about any item listed on the agenda, except public hearings. Comments related to public hearings will be heard when the specific hearing begins. Individuals wishing to make public comment shall sign up to speak before the start of the meeting. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless otherwise required by law. Per the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Council is not permitted to take action on or discuss any item not listed on the agenda. Items suggested for action may be placed on a future agenda, at the Council's sole discretion. CONSENT AGENDA (items listed on the consent agenda allow the Council to approve all items together without discussion or individual motions. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of any one member of the Council. Removed items will be discussed and action taken immediately after the consent agenda.) 6. Consider and act on the following items: A. Council Meeting Minutes for April 16, 2026 B. Accounts Payables for April 2026 C. Financial Statements for April 2026 D. Staff Reports- Municipal Court, Building Pe [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

May City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes May 21, 2026, 7:00 PM 209 Hudson Street, Newark, TX 76071, US 1. Call to Order and Announce Quorum is Present Mayor Cardwell called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at the Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson Street, Newark, TX 76071, and announced that a quorum was present. Those in attendance were Mayor Crystal Cardwell, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Raines, Councilmember Melanie Payne, Councilmember Nate Butler, Councilmember Jennifer Hill, City Administrator Jenni Moore, City Secretary Michelle Peterson, Public Works Director William Allen and City Staff Brittany Mayhue. 2. Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, followed by the invocation led by Council Member Jen Hill. 3. Administer Oaths of Office for Place 1, Place 2, and Place 3 Oaths of Office were administered jointly to Council Members Jennifer Hill and Nate Butler for Place 1 and Place 2. It was noted that Council Member Richard Sidebottom (Place 3) was absent and would be sworn in at a later time. 4. Mayor Update Mayor Cardwell provided the following updates: Public Works Week: The Council recognized and honored Public Works staff during Public Works Week, and noted a commemorative video had been created for the occasion. Blood Drive: A city blood drive is scheduled at City Hall on July 6. Marketing materials will be provided and distributed via the city's social media channels and website. New City Website: The new c [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

May MDD Board Meeting Meeting Minutes May 14, 2026, 6:30 PM 209 Hudson Street, Newark, TX 76071, US 1. Call To Order and Announce Quorum Is Present The meeting was called to order at 6:34 PM. A quorum was present. Those in attendance were Board President Curtis Cardwell, Board Vice President Kris Marques, Board Member Kevin Steidel, Board Member Thomas Cook, City Secretary Michelle Peterson, Code Enforcement Officer Devon Kennedy, City Admin Staff Brittany Mayhue and City Admin Staff Alma Slicker. 2. Pledge Of Allegiance and Invocation The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, followed by an invocation. 3. Citizen Comment Sherri Taylor addressed the board during the citizen comment period. She expressed interest in participating in a volunteer committee, preferably one with members who have construction knowledge, to assist with district projects. Vice President Kristine Marques thanked Ms. Taylor for her comments and acknowledged that many board members shared her sentiments. 4. Consider And Act on The MDD Meeting Minutes for April 9, 2026 City Secretary Michelle Peterson noted that the April 9, 2026 minutes were more detailed than in previous meetings, attributing the improvement to a new program that assists with minute preparation based on meeting recordings. It was observed that this would allow the community greater insight into what was discussed at meetings. Motion to approve the meeting minutes for April 9, 2026 as a whole was made by Board Member Kevin Stei [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

EST 1951 NEWARK TEXAS City of Newark Municipal Development District Board of Directors Regular Meeting Agenda May 14, 2026 6:30 p.m. Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. 3. Citizen Comment. The district invites persons with comments or observations related to the district issues, projects, or policies to briefly address the district. Anyone wishing to speak must sign in before the beginning of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit. State law prohibits the district from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted agenda. 4. Consider and act on the MDD Meeting Minutes for Apri! 9, 2026. 5. Update regarding park exercise equipment concrete project. 6. Discuss, consider and act on selecting a ballfield fencing contractor based on received quotes. 7. Discuss, consider and possible action on incentive policy and resolution draft provided by EDP consultant, Greg Last. 8. Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding potential future projects and ideas. 9. Adjourn meeting. CERTIFICATION — | certify that the attached agenda was posted on or before 6:30 pm on Thursday, May 7, 2026. go" WAR,” ~*~ a RS “tay aC Michelle Peterson, City Secretary 3S f ”: Sythe / ‘n, SS 1 Os itt

EST 1951 NEWARK TEXAS Newark Cultural Education Finance Corporation Thursday, May 21, 2026 6:30 p.m. Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 1. Cali to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Consider and act on the Meeting Minutes for April 16, 2026. 3. Consider and act on a resolution authorizing the Issuance of Revenue Refunding Bonds (Kimbell Art Foundation Project), Series 2026; authorizing the execution of documents and instruments necessary or convenient to carry out the issuance, sale and delivery of the bonds; and related matters. 4. Adjourn CERTIFICATION -— | certify that the attached agenda was posted on or before 6:30 pm on Thursday, May 14", 2026. Michelle Peterson, City Secretary

CITY OF NEWARK, TEXAS _— city city oF a! NOTICE OF TOWN HALL MEETING NEWARK [2 TEXAS «|e Community Engagement on Future Projects Fs, 3198" Date: May 12, 2026 Time: 7:00pm Location: Newark City Hall, Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 Public Notice (Texas Open Meetings Act) This meeting is posted and conducted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Texas Government Code. A quorum of the City Council may be present. No formal action will be taken. The purpose of this meeting is to receive public input and provide information regarding future City projects. AGENDA 1. Call to Order and announce quorum e Invocation e Pledge of Allegiance 4. Overview of Current City Projects ¢ Status of ongoing and recently completed projects 5. Town Hall Discussion / Community Input ¢ Open discussion with citizens regarding priorities and future needs e Collection of public feedback and suggestions 6. Adjournment CERTIFICATION - | certify that the attached agenda was posted on or before 7:00 pm on Wednesday, May 6, 2025. Michelle Peterson, City Secretary

Town Hall Meeting Minutes May 12, 2026 7:00 p.m. 1. Call to order and announce quorum (Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance) Mayor Pro Tem Chris Raines called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. and announced a quorum was present. Those present were Mayor Crysta! Cardwell, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Raines, Councilmember Melanie Payne, Councilmember Jen Hill, Councilmember Nate Butler, Councilmember Richard Sidebottom, City Administrator Jenni Moore, Public Works Director William Allen, City Secretary Michelle Peterson, Code Enforcement Officer Devon Kennedy, City Admin Staff Brittany Mayhue and City Admin Staff Alma Slicker. Councilmember Hill led the invocation and Mayor Pro Tem led the pledge. 2. Overview of Current City Projects Municipal Complex The city is currently working with an architect and expects to select a civil engineer at the May 21st Council meeting. Upon selection, the architect and engineer will collaborate to develop more detailed plans. Site clearing will follow, with a target groundbreaking and project completion by fall 2027. The new municipal complex will include City Hall and a fire department facility. The primary goals of the project are to improve public services, provide a more efficient workspace for staff, and enhance community engagement through updated meeting spaces. The current building was acknowledged as outdated and experiencing ongoing pest issues. Water Wells The City has drilled three water wells over the past year and is in the process of [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

City Council Meeting Minutes April, 2026 April 16th, 2026 7:00 p.m. 1. Call To Order and Announce Quorum Is Present The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM with an announcement that a full quorum was present. Those present were Mayor Crystal Cardwell, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Raines, Councilmember Jen Hill, Councilmember Melanie Payne, City Administrator Jenni Moore, City Secretary Michelle Peterson, Public Works Director William Allen, Code Enforcement Officer Devon Kennedy, City Admin Staff Brittany Mayhue and City Admin Staff Alma Slicker. 2. Pledge Of Allegiance and Invocation Mayor Cardwell led the Pledge of Allegiance and the invocation. 3. Mayor Update The mayor introduced Alma Slicker as the new water billing clerk, expressing excitement about having her join the team. The mayor announced the launch of the new city website at newarktexas.gov, explaining that all government websites must use the gov domain. While the .com address will eventually redirect to the new site, it may take a few days to complete the transition. City Administrator Moore announced that council members had received mandatory annual training requirements via email, consisting of two training videos and three certificates to be completed within 30 days. 4. Public Comments Susie Youngblood (511 Berke Street) addressed ongoing truck traffic issues on her street, noting that the fleet has expanded and speed limit signs that were promised have not been installed. She also complained about a con [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

1 . Newark Cultural Education Finance Corporation Thursday, April 16, 2026 6:30 p.m. Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Consider and act on a resolution approving Newark Higher Education Finance Corporation Education Revenue Bonds (TLC Academy) Series 2026A and Newark Higher Education Finance Corporation Education Revenue Bonds (TLC Academy) Taxable Series 2026 B; and other matters in connection therewith. 3. Adjourn CERTIFICATION – I certify that the attached agenda was posted on or before 6:30 pm on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Michelle Peterson Michelle Peterson, City Secretary

EST 1951 TEXAS City of Newark Municipal Development District Board of Directors Regular Meeting Agenda April 9, 2026 6:30 p.m. Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 NEWARK 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. 3% Citizen Comment. The district invites persons with comments or observations related to the district issues, projects, or policies to briefly address the district. Anyone wishing to speak must sign in before the beginning of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit. State law prohibits the district from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted agenda. 4. Consider and act on the MDD Meeting Minutes for March 12, 2026. 5. Receive an update and discuss the status of park exercise equipment and associated concrete installation. 6. Discussion and possible action on a request from City Council to prepare a tentative development plan for Ballfield Park, including potential improvements and layout. 7 Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding potential future projects and ideas. 8. Adjourn meeting. CERTIFICATION — | certify that the attached agenda was posted on or before 6:30 pm on Thursday, April 2, 2026. NUT anit UP MNEWA, ny - SOME“ AG Michelle Peterson, City Secretary “% “my Sete ww AWS

City of Newark Municipal Development District Board of Directors Regular Meeting Minutes April 09, 2026 Call to order and announce quorum is present The meeting was called to order at 6:40 PM with quorum present. Those present were Board President Curtis Cardwell, Board Vice President Kris Margues, Board member Nate Butler, Board member Kevin Steidel, City Secretary Michelle Peterson and Code Enforcement Officer Devon Kennedy. Pledge of allegiance and invocation The board stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. The invocation was led by the board president. Citizen Comment No citizen comments were received. Consider and act on the MDD Meeting Minutes for March 12, 2026 The board reviewed the MDD meeting minutes from March 12, 2026. No questions were raised regarding the minutes. Motion: Kristine Marques made a motion to accept the MDD meeting minutes from March 12th. Board member Steidel seconded the motion. All approved. Motion was passed. Receive an update and discuss the status of park exercise equipment and associated concrete installation City Secretary Peterson provided an update on the park exercise equipment project. She explained that Devon Kennedy and William met with Louis from the contractor whose quote was previously accepted by council. The contractor sent a revised quote because he initially thought there were 8 concrete pads needed instead of 7, making the quote slightly higher. However, Devon clarified that there are still only 7 locations, even though [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

1 . City Council Meeting Agenda April 16, 2026 7:00 p.m. Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. 3. Mayor Update. 4. Public Comments: This portion of the agenda is the public's opportunity to address the Council about any item listed on the agenda, except public hearings. Comments related to public hearings will be heard when the specific hearing begins. Individuals wishing to make public comment shall sign up to speak before the start of the meeting. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless otherwise required by law. Per the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Council is not permitted to take action on or discuss any item not listed on the agenda. Items suggested for action may be placed on a future agenda, at the Council's sole discretion. CONSENT AGENDA (Items listed on the consent agenda allow the Council to approve all items together without discussion or individual motions. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of any one member of the Council. Removed items will be discussed and action taken immediately after the consent agenda.) 5. Consider and act on the following items: A. Council Meeting Minutes for March 19, 2026 B. Accounts Payables for March 2026 C. Financial Statements for March 2026 D. Staff Reports- Municipal Court, Building Permits, Code Enforcement, and Public W [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

NOTICE PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SEC. 2254.1036 WHEREAS, CITY OF NEWARK, TEXAS (“City”), will consider entering into a contingent fee contract with the law firm of Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP (“Firm”) and hereby posts this notice pursuant to Sec. 2254.1036 of the Government Code. WHEREAS, this notice shall be posted before or at the time of giving the written notice required by Government Code Sec, 551.041 for a meeting described by Sec. 2254.1036(2) of the Government Code and shall announce the following: A. The City is pursuing a contract with the Firm for the collection of delinquent fines and fees owed to the City and through this contract the City seeks to increase recovery of its delinquent debts in as expeditious a manner as possible. Govt. CODE § 2254.1036(1){A). B. The City believes the Firm has the competency, qualifications, and experience necessary to fulfill this contract. Govt. CopE § 2254.1036(1)(B). The Firm has collected delinquent government receivables for over fifty (50) years, including the collection of delinquent fines and fees. The Firm currently has fifteen (15) primary offices and multiple satellite offices throughout Texas, Florida, Tennessee, Georgia, New Mexico, Kansas, and Oklahoma. It employs more than 400 individuals, more than 60 attorneys. It uses a multi-office, fully integrated team approach allowing the City access to all its offices and resources. Its collection team consists of long-term Firm employees, including att [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

CITY OF NEWARK ORDINANCE NO. A-583 AN ORDINANCE CANCELLING THE MAY 2, 2026 GENERAL ELECTION AND DECLARING EACH UNOPPOSED CANDIDATE ELECTED TO OFFICE; PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City of Newark, Texas is a general law municipality located in Wise County, created in accordance with the provision of the State of Texas of the Local Government Code and operating pursuant to the enabling legislation of the State of Texas of the Local Government Code and operating pursuant to the legislation of the State of Texas; and WHEREAS, in accordance with law a general election has been ordered for May 2, 2026 for the purpose of electing three full term Council seats to serve on the City of Newark City Council; and WHEREAS, no proposition is to appear on the ballot in that election; and WHEREAS, the filing deadlines for placement on the ballot and declaration of write-in candidacy has passed; and WHEREAS, in these circumstances Subchapter C of Chapter 2 of the Election Code authorizes a governing body to declare each unopposed candidate elected to office and cancel the election. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEWARK, TEXAS THAT: Section 1. The City of Newark, Texas hereby cancels the election scheduled to be held on May 2, 2026 in accordance with Section 2.053(a) of the Texas Election Code. The following candidates have been certifie [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

EST 1951 TEXAS NEWARK “ City Council Meeting Agenda March 19, 2026 7:00 p.m. Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. 3. Mayor Update. 4. EXECUTIVE SESSION - In accordance with Texas Government Code, Section 551.001, et seq., the City Council will recess into Executive Session (closed meeting) to discuss the following: A. Section 551.071 Consultation with Attorney on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter, re: i. Interlocal Agreement for Police Services ii. City Hall property 5. RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION - In accordance with the Texas Government Code Chapter 551, the City Council will reconvene into Regular Session to consider action, if any, on matters discussed in Executive Session. 6. Public Comments: This portion of the agenda is the public's opportunity to address the Council about any item listed on the agenda, except public hearings. Comments related to public hearings will be heard when the specific hearing begins. Individuals wishing to make public comment shall sign up to speak before the start of the meeting. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless otherwise required by law. Per the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Council is not permitted to take action on or discuss any item not lis [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

City Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2026 7:00 p.m. . Call to order and announce quorum is present. Mayor Cardwell called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and announced a quorum was present. Those present were Mayor Crystal Cardwell, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Raines, Councilmember Richard Sidebottom, Councilmember Jen Hill, Councilmember Melanie Payne, City Administrator Jenni Moore, City Secretary Michelle Peterson, Code Enforcement Officer Devon Kennedy and City Admin Staff Brittany Mayhue. . Pledge of allegiance and invocation. Mayor Cardwell led the allegiance and Councilmember Hill led the invocation. . Mayor Update. Mayor Cardwell skipped the Mayor Update. . EXECUTIVE SESSION - In accordance with Texas Government Code, Section 551.001, et seq., the City Council will recess into Executive Session (closed meeting) to discuss the following: A. Section 551.071 Consultation with Attorney on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter, re: i. Interlocal Agreement for Police Services ii. City Hall property Mayor Cardwell closed the meeting into executive session at 7:00 p.m. . RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION -— In accordance with the Texas Government Code Chapter 551, the City Council will reconvene into Regular Session to consider action, if any, on matters discussed in Executive Session. Mayor Cardwell reconvened into open ses [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

City of Newark Municipal Development District Board of Directors Regular Meeting Minutes March 412, 2026 Call to order and announce quorum is present. Board President Curtis Cardwell called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. and announced a quorum was present. Those present were MDD Board President Curtis Cardwell, Board Member Thomas Cook, Board Member Kevin Steidel and City Secretary Michelle Peterson. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. Board President led the pledge and invocation. Citizen Comment. The district invites persons with comments or observations related to the district issues, projects, or policies to briefly address the district. Anyone wishing to speak must sign in before the beginning of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit. State law prohibits the district from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted agenda. There were no public comments Consider and act on the MDD Meeting Minutes for January 8, 2026. Board Member Steidel motioned to accept the MDD Meeting Minutes for January 8, 2026. Board Member Cook second the motion. All approved. Motion Passed. Discussion, consideration and possible action on selecting a contractor for the concrete pads for the park exercise equipment. Board member Steidel motioned to select the bid from Luigi’s Concrete for the concrete pads for the park exercise equipment. Board member Cook second the motion. All approved. Motion passed. Discussion, consideration and provide directions [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

EST 1951 TEXAS NEWARK City of Newark Municipal Development District Board of Directors Regular Meeting Agenda March 12, 2026 6:30 p.m. Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. 3. Citizen Comment. The district invites persons with comments or observations related to the district issues, projects, or policies to briefly address the district. Anyone wishing to speak must sign in before the beginning of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit. State law prohibits the district from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted agenda. 4. Consider and act on the MDD Meeting Minutes for January 8, 2026. 5. Discussion, consideration and possible action on selecting a contractor for the concrete pads for the park exercise equipment. 6. Discussion, consideration and provide directions regarding potential future projects and ideas. 7. Adjourn meeting. CERTIFICATION — | certify that the attached agenda was posted on or before 6:30 pm on Thursday, M1 March 05, 2026. wut, SEAR” s oa mee Z SET My My Michelle Peterson, City Secretary % * mie Fy é OS HO 7 “Mara ns

EST 1951 TEXAS NEWARK City Council Meeting Agenda February 19, 2026 7:00 p.m. Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. 3. Mayor Update. 4. Public Comments: This portion of the agenda is the public's opportunity to address the Council about any item listed on the agenda, except public hearings. Comments related to public hearings will be heard when the specific hearing begins. Individuals wishing to make public comment shall sign up to speak before the start of the meeting. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless otherwise required by law. Per the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Council is not permitted to take action on or discuss any item not listed on the agenda. Items suggested for action may be placed on a future agenda, at the Council's sole discretion. CONSENT AGENDA (items listed on the consent agenda allow the Council to approve all items together without discussion or individual motions. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of any one member of the Council. Removed items will be discussed and action taken immediately after the consent agenda.) 5. Consider and act on the following items: Council Meeting Minutes for January 15, 2026 Accounts Payables for January 2026 Financial Statements for January 2026 Staff Reports- Municipal Court, Building Permits, Code Enforcement, and Public Works for January 2026 pOm> [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

City Council Meeting Minutes February 19, 2026 7:00 p.m. . Call to order and announce quorum is present. Mayor Cardwell called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and announced a quorum was present. Those present were Mayor Crystal Cardwell, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Raines, Councilmember Nate Butler, Councilmember Jen Hill, City Administrator Jenni Moore, City Secretary Michelle Peterson, Public Works Director William Allen and Code Enforcement Officer Devon Kennedy. 2. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. Mayor Cardwell led the allegiance and the invocation. 3. Mayor Update. Mayor Cardwell spoke regarding the Heart for Park Event Easter event coming up on March 28" as well as speaking on the free food that is provided every Tuesday evening at the park by a group of volunteers (Come and Dine, formerly Feed the Need). Mayor Cardwell asked City Secretary Peterson to share about all of the events happening at the Newark Public Library. Mayor Cardwell announced that she wanted to acknowledge the newly appointed City Secretary Michelle Peterson and City Administrator Jenni Moore at this first meeting since the appointments. Mayor Cardwell shared that all 3 city council positions up for reelection are unopposed and welcomed Councilmembers Butler, Hill and Sidebottom back for another term. Lastly Mayor Cardwell shared that the new city website will be launching in a few short weeks and will have new user-friendly features for our residents. 4. Public Comments There was one public comm [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

1 . City Council Meeting Agenda January 15, 2026 7:00 p.m. Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. 3. Mayor Update. 4. Public Comments : This portion of the agenda is the public's opportunity to address the Council about any item listed on the agenda, except public hearings. Comments related to public hearings will be heard when the specific hearing begins. Individuals wishing to make public comment shall sign up to speak before the start of the meeting. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless otherwise required by law. Per the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Council is not permitted to take action o n or discuss any item not listed on the agenda. Items suggested for action may be placed on a future agenda, at the Council's sole discretion. CONSENT AGENDA (Items listed on the consent agenda allow the Council to approve all items together without discussion or individual motions. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of any one member of the Council. Removed items will be discussed and action taken immediately after the consent agenda.) 5. Consider and act on the following items: A. Council Meeting Minutes for December 10, 2025 B. Accounts Payables for December 2025 C. Financial Statements for December 2025 D. Staff Reports- Municipal Court, Building Permits, Code Enforcement, and [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

City Council Meeting Minutes January 15, 2026 7:00 p.m. 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. Mayor Cardwell called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and announced a quorum was present. Those present were Mayor Crystal Cardwell, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Raines, Councilmember Melanie Payne, Councilmember Jen Hill, Councilmember Richard Sidebottom, City Secretary Jenni Moore, Code Enforcement Officer Devon Kennedy, City Admin Staff Brittany Mayhue and City Admin Staff Michelle Peterson. 2. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. Mayor Cardwell led the allegiance and the invocation. 3. Mayor Update. Mayor Cardwell shared regarding the Mayor's Coalition and the progress of the West Fork Public Utility Agency. Mayor Cardwell also updated the council regarding the exercise equipment the MDD board has purchased and the plans for this. Lastly the Mayor stated that the May 2" election would be for places 1, 2 & 3 and that application for a place on the ballot would need to be received by February 13*, 4, Public Comments No public comments CONSENT AGENDA 5. Consider and act on the following items: Council Meeting Minutes for December 10, 2025 Accounts Payables for December 2025 Financial Statements for December 2025 Staff Reports- Municipal Court, Building Permits, Code Enforcement, and Public Works for December 2025 pOm> Mayor Pro Tem Raines motioned to approve Item 5, subsections A through E, as presented. Councilmember Sidebottom second the motion. All approved. Motio [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

City of Newark Municipal Development District Board of Directors Regular Meeting Minutes January 8", 2026 Call to order and announce quorum is present. MDD Board President Curtis Cardwell called the meeting to order and announced a quorum was present at 6:46 p.m. Those present were Board President Curtis Cardwell, Board Vice President Kris Marques, Board member Kevin Steidel, Board member Thomas Cook, Code Enforcement Officer Devon Kennedy and City Admin Staff Michelle Peterson Pledge of allegiance and invocation. MDD Board President Cardwell led the pledge and invocation. Citizen Comment. The district invites persons with comments or observations related to the district issues, projects, or policies to briefly address the district. Anyone wishing to speak must sign in before the beginning of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit. State law prohibits the district from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted agenda. There were no public comments. Consider and act on the MDD Meeting Minutes for October 9th, 2025. Board member Steidel motioned to accept the MDD Meeting Minutes for October 9", 2025. Board Vice President Marques second the motion. All approved. Motion passed. Discussion with Tim Sanchez, owner of The Backwoods & Co. regarding future ideas and opportunities. Mr. Sanchez presented the board with ideas regarding addition of sidewalks for the residents of the City of Newark. Mr. Sanchez stated he wanted to gauge the inter [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

EST 1951 NEWARK TEXAS City of Newark Municipal Development District Board of Directors Regular Meeting Agenda January 8", 2026 6:30 p.m. Multipurpose Room, 209 Hudson St., Newark, TX 76071 1. Call to order and announce quorum is present. 2. Pledge of allegiance and invocation. 3. Citizen Comment. The district invites persons with comments or observations related to the district issues, projects, or policies to briefly address the district. Anyone wishing to speak must sign in before the beginning of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit. State law prohibits the district from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted agenda. 4. Consider and act on the MDD Meeting Minutes for October 9", 2025. 5. Discussion with Tim, owner of The Backwoods & Co. regarding future ideas and opportunities. 6. Discussion, consideration and possible action on plans for placement of the park exercise equipment. 7, Discussion, consideration and provide directions regarding potential future projects and ideas. 8. Adjourn meeting. CERTIFICATION — | certify that the attached agenda was posted on or before 6:30 pm on Thursday, January ist, 2026. Wao Jenni Moore, City Secretary