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Regular Council Meeting February 23, 2026 Page 3 Following a brief discussion, a Motion to approve this item was made by Council Member Ellis and seconded by Council Member Attebury. Motion carried, 5 ayes — 0 nays. 12. Receive presentation from Steve Hodges about engineering projects. Engineering Department Manager Steve Hodges gave an overview of past, current, and future projects for the City. Council Member Ellis inquired the status on the Bonham Street lighting project. Mr. Hodges said the City was waiting on TxDOT for an estimate on crash poles. 13. Discuss and act on awarding a contract to Superior Equipment Solutions, LLC in the amount of $575,000.00 ($500,000.00 will be funded from the TxCDBG Grant and $75,000.00 from the City) for the 28"' Street NW Sewer Main Improvements; and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Mr. Hodges said bids went out for the 28"' NW Sewer Main Improvements Project, and the lowest bid was received from Superior Equipment Solutions. LLC, and staff recommended approval. A Motion to approve this item was made by Council Member Norment and seconded by Council Member Putnam. Motion carried, 5 ayes — 0 nays. 14. Receive the Paris Economic Development Corporation 2025 annual report. Executive Director Maureen Hammond introduced the PEDC Board and stated the board's mission. Ms. Hammond gave a presentation which included 2025 projects, such as TxDOT and Happy Trailers. She also referenced business attractions related to LiongIead and land acquisition, workforce development, connecting regional committees, economic indicators, and supported projects. Mayor Pankaj inquired if incentives or tax abatements had been given to any solar projects. Ms. Hammond answered no. 15. Discuss and act on ORDINANCE NO. 2026-003: An Ordinance declaring Stacy Ladell as unopposed in Council District 1, Mickey Ellis as unopposed in Council District 2, Gary Savage in Council District 3, and Alix Putnam as unopposed in District 6; cancelling the General Election in Districts 1, 2, 3 and 6; and declaring the unopposed candidates as elected to office pursuant to Election Code Section 2.053. Deputy City Clerk Skylar Unger explained that the City had four unopposed candidates, and they were Stacy Ladell for District 1, Mickey Ellis for District 2, Gary Savage for District 3, and Alix Putnam for District 6. She said staff were recommending approval of this ordinance, which would cancel the election in those four districts. A Motion to approve this item was made by Council Member Attebury and seconded by Council Member Norment. Motion carried, 5 ayes — 0 nays.