NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE HAYS COUNTY, TEXAS COMBINATION TAX AND REVENUE CERTIFICATES OF OBLIGATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on January 20, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at a regular meeting of the Commissioners Court of Hays County, Texas (the “Commissioners Court”), to be held at its regular meeting place in the Hays County Courthouse, Room 301, 111 E. San Antonio Street, San Marcos, Texas, the Commissioners Court intends to pass one or more orders authorizing the issuance of not to exceed $100,000,000 total principal amount of certificates of obligation, in one or more series (collectively, the “Certificates”), bearing interest at any rate or rates not to exceed the maximum interest rate authorized by law, as shall be determined within the discretion of the Commissioners Court at the time of issuance of the Certificates, and maturing over a period of not to exceed thirty (30)years from their date of issuance, for the purpose of paying contractual obligations to be incurred for all or any portion of the costs associated with (i) constructing, equipping, improving, extending,expanding, upgrading and/or developing a County administration building to be known as the East side Campus, including any necessary acquisition of land or interest in land in connection therewith,related drainage and utility costs, and other costs related thereto; (ii) acquiring, constructing,equipping, improving, renovating, extending, expanding, upgrading and/or developing animal shelter facilities, including any necessary land acquisition, related drainage and utility costs and other costs related thereto; (iii) remodeling, constructing, equipping, improving, renovating, extending,expanding, upgrading the existing Hays County Government Center; (iv) acquiring, constructing,equipping, improving, renovating, extending, expanding, upgrading and/or developing a Precinct 4office building, including any necessary land acquisition in connection therewith, related drainage and utility costs, and other costs related thereto; (v) acquiring, constructing, equipping, improving,renovating, extending, expanding, upgrading and/or developing a Precinct 5 office building, including any necessary land acquisition in connection therewith, related drainage and utility costs, and other costs related thereto; and (vi) professional services of attorneys, financial advisors, engineers and other professionals in connection with the foregoing purposes and the issuance of the Certificates.Said Certificates shall be payable from the levy of a direct and continuing ad valorem tax, levied within the limits prescribed by law, against all taxable property within the County sufficient to pay the interest on said Certificates as due and to provide for the payment of the principal thereof as the same matures, as authorized by Sub chapter C, Chapter 271, Texas Local Government Code, as amended, and from certain of the net revenues of the County's Solid Waste Management System. The estimated combined principal and interest required to pay the Certificates on time and in full is $184,959,875.00. Such estimate is provided for illustrative purposes only and is based on an assumed interest rate of 5.25%. Market conditions affecting interest rates vary based on numerous factors beyond the control of the County, and the County cannot provide any assurance regarding the rate of interest that the Certificates will bear upon their issuance. As of the date of this notice, the aggregate principal amount of outstanding debt obligations of the County secured by and payable from ad valorem taxes is $635,108,993.00. Based on the County's expectations, as of the date of this notice, the combined principal and interest required to pay all of the outstanding debt obligations of the County secured by and payable from ad valorem taxes on time and in full is $923,048,745.64.  COMMISSIONERS COURT HAYS COUNTY, TEXAS November 18, 2025

For the original document, click here Hays County Health Department 101 Thermon Drive, San Marcos, Texas 78666 Public Health Advisory Board Meeting Notice Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 6:30 PM Kyle Precinct 2 Building Multipurpose Conference Room 5458 FM2770, Kyle, TX 78640 This Notice has been posted with Hays County, Office of the County Clerk, according to the provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551. Area Reserved for the Hays County Clerk’s Office

SAN MARCOS, Texas — On Dec. 1, 2025, Hays County welcomed a new Budget Officer, Scot Woodland, who brings notable experience in public finance and a strong record of service within the County Auditor’s Office. Inspired by his father’s service in the U.S. Air Force from an early age, Woodland has long valued public service and its impact on local communities. After earning two degrees and beginning his career in public accounting, Woodland sought a path that would allow him to follow in his father’s footsteps. For the past three and a half years, Woodland has served Hays County in the Auditor’s Office, first as Accounting Manager and later as the First Assistant County Auditor. In these roles, he gained extensive knowledge of the County’s financial structure, revenue budgeting and overall budget cycle. Woodland also reviewed the work of the previous Budget Officer and built strong professional relationships across departments. “Having already learned so much about Hays County’s finances, I can now focus fully on mastering the budget process and ensuring a smooth transition,” Woodland said. "The County’s most significant financial challenge is navigating a period of slower-than-usual growth paired with lower property value appreciation. Addressing this challenge will require strategic planning and efficiency improvements." Woodland's connection to Hays County began earlier in his career, when he worked with the County as an independent auditor. Woodland was impressed by the County’s strong financial controls and by the people who dedicated themselves to public service. Later, as Woodland sought a position that involved less travel than public accounting, Hays County was at the top of his list. As Budget Officer, Woodland's responsibilities will include protecting public funds through efficient operations, ensuring that expenditures remain within approved appropriations and working closely with County departments to maintain accurate and responsible budgeting practices. Looking ahead, Woodland is eager to build new relationships across County departments, contribute to long-term planning efforts and promote financial efficiencies that support responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars. Woodland's top priorities for the Budget Office include maintaining strong reserve levels during challenging economic conditions, enhancing transparency and communication through regular updates at Commissioners Court and upholding the high standards of excellence established by outgoing Budget Officer Vickie Dorsett. “I look forward to being an integral part of the County’s future planning,” Woodland said. “My goal is to ensure that Hays County remains financially strong while continuing to meet the needs of our growing community.” For more information, visit https://www.hayscountytx.gov/budget-office or contact 512-393-2275. ###

SAN MARCOS, Texas – The office of Hays County Criminal District Attorney Kelly Higgins announced that 21-year-old Izaac Elmore-Carson of Austin was sentenced to 40 years in prison for delivery of fentanyl and 20 years in prison for possession with intent to deliver heroin on Dec. 2, 2025. On Sept. 22, 2025, Elmore-Carson pleaded guilty to delivery of fentanyl and possession with intent to deliver heroin with the agreement that District Judge Bruce Boyer of the 22 nd Judicial District Court would decide punishment between a range of 10 to 50 years in prison. The sentencing hearing occurred on Dec. 2, 2025. The State presented evidence that Elmore-Carson was one of the largest suppliers of fentanyl to drug dealers in Hays County. He was involved in extensive drug dealing within the county, as well as dealing firearms and illegal firearm switches. At the conclusion of the sentencing hearing, Judge Boyer stated that he had a duty to protect the community as he issued his sentence. This case was investigated by the Hays County Sheriff’s Office Special Services Unit and was prosecuted by Assistant Criminal District Attorneys Miranda Ebersole and Elizabeth Schmidt. Ebersole stated, “Fentanyl remains a problem in our community and is of high priority to this office. Local law enforcement noted the decline of fentanyl’s availability within our community after this defendant’s arrest. We will continue to support the efforts of law enforcement to stem the flow of this dangerous drug into the hands of our youth.” # # #