Are you a new hire? Remember, you have 30 days to sign up for benefits. Visit our Benefits site at xkig.hrbenefits.net Wellness Wednesdays For questions about your benefits, please email: benefits@xkig.com Need a Little Help? We've Got You April is Alcohol Awareness Month. This is a time to learn how alcohol can affect our health, safety, and daily life. Many people use alcohol to relax or cope with stress, but too much can cause problems at work, at home, and with our health. If you or someone you care about is struggling, you are not alone. Help is available. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free and confidential support for you and your family. You can talk to a trained counselor, get advice, and find helpful resources. Support is available 24/7. See the resources below: Lincoln Financial EmployeeConnect EAP: Check out the flyer here , en Español . Anthem EAP: When you call, please state that you work for XKIG. More information can be found here, en Español aqui . Stress is something everyone feels, and there are simple ways to manage it. Taking short breaks, going for a walk, getting enough sleep, and talking to someone you trust can all help you feel better. It’s also important to take a few minutes each day to slow down and breathe. Taking care of your stress is an important step toward staying healthy and feeling your best. Speaking of stress help, read more for our upcoming walking challenge. Walking Challenge: A Grand Adventure Awaits Lace up your sneakers! Our next walking challenge, Grand Adventure, kicks off June 15! This 4-week challenge will take you on a virtual journey through the Grand Canyon. To keep it fun and doable, the goal is at least 6,000 steps a day. We’ll have prizes for the top three teams, and anyone who completes the challenge will be entered into a raffle drawing, so every step counts! More details on rewards are coming soon. Start getting your teams together and get ready to step into the adventure. Let’s Talk About Medicare Are you or a loved one turning 65 soon? Learn more about Medicare with these free webinars . Planning for Retirement : April 28 at 3 p.m. ET / Click here to register / Phone: (872) 267-6179 / Conference ID: 830 768 259 Turning 65 : May 5 at 2 p.m. ET / Register: Click here to register / Phone: (872) 267-6179 / Conference ID: 455 813 998 Boosting Your Benefits Don't Skip Your Checkup April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, a good reminder to take care of your health. Regular dental checkups and screenings can help catch problems early, when they are easier to treat. This is especially important if you have a history of tobacco use, including chewing tobacco, which can increase your risk. A quick screening during your dental visit can make a big difference. If it’s been a while since your last checkup, now is a great time to schedule one and take a simple step toward protecting your health. The Lincoln mobile app can help you find an in-network dentist close to you. Follow these links to the Apple and Google stores to download. Don’t Forget Your Credit Union Perks! We’ve partnered with Utilities Employees Credit Union (UECU) to give all employees special banking benefits! XKIG employees have a great opportunity to earn extra cash by joining! From April 22 through May 7, you can receive a $100 new member bonus when you sign up . Along with the bonus, UECU offers added benefits like a Kasasa checking account with rewards and the convenience of direct deposit or ACH services. It’s a simple way to make your money work a little harder for you. Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer! It’s easy to join and start saving — visit uecu.org/XKIG for more details. The 2026 Scholarship Contest is now open! For this year’s contest, UECU is selecting two winners and awarding each a $3,000 academic scholarship. If you or a family member will be attending college or a technical/trade school in the fall of 2026, you can enter for a chance to win a scholarship. Submit a scholarship application online by May 1, 2026. For questions about your benefits, please email: benefits@xkig.com Are you a new hire? Remember, you have 30 days to sign up for benefits. Visit our Benefits site at xkig.hrbenefits.net We Want to Hear from You! Do you have suggested article ideas or pictures to share? Email us at marketinghelp@xkig.com !

Are you a new hire? Remember, you have 30 days to sign up for benefits. Visit our Benefits site for more information about all things benefits related! xkig.hrbenefits.net Wellness Wednesdays For questions about your benefits, please email: benefits@wakendall.com UV Safety Awareness Month It's UV Safety Awareness Month, which means it’s the perfect time to talk about sun protection. Your UV exposure adds up over time, and can take a real toll on your skin, your eyes (see our article below), and your energy. Remember to practice safe sun exposure all year by following these simple steps: Appy 15+ SPF sunscreen daily Seek shade when needed/available Wear UV-protective clothing, hat, and sunglasses Here are more tips for you and your loved ones: Sun Safety Facts | Skin Cancer | CDC 5 Smart Ways to Protect Your Eyes from the Sun Summer is in full speed—and while we’re all ready to soak up the sunshine, it’s important to remember that our eyes need protection just as much as our skin. Did you know that ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause serious eye conditions like cataracts, photokeratitis (sunburn of the cornea), and even skin cancer around the eyes? According to research, 80% of our lifetime UV exposure happens before age 18, making sun safety especially important for children. To help you and your family enjoy a safe and sunny season, here are 5 essential tips to protect your eyes from the sun: 1. Know When the Sun Is Strongest UV exposure peaks in the morning and mid-afternoon, not just at noon. Be extra cautious during these times, even in cooler months. 2. Wear the Right Lenses Choose high-quality sunglasses with full UVA and UVB protection to reduce glare and shield your eyes from harmful rays. 3. Choose Protective Frames Look for wraparound or close-fitting frames that block sunlight from sneaking in from the sides, top, and bottom. 4. Double Up with a Hat A wide-brimmed hat combined with sunglasses offers the best defense—especially against UV rays reflected off surfaces like water, sand, and pavement. 5. Consider UV-Blocking Contact Lenses If you wear contacts, ask your eye doctor about Class I UV-blocking lenses for added protection. For more details and helpful insights, check out the attached flyer: “An Eye on Your Health: Sun Protection. ” Spanish version here . Boosting Your Benefits Aspire365 is a Mental Health Service available to all who have our Anthem Insurance! The Aspire365 program delivers mental health and substance use disorder treatment to patients in their homes over a 12-month period. Some fast facts: Serves adults and adolescents ages 12+ Long-term primary mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorder treatment Quick access to providers Flexible services delivered in coordination with your schedule In-person & telehealth sessions Treatment plans tailored to fit individual and family needs Multidisciplinary team approach – includes multiple visits for only 1 copayment/month for those on our 2000 and 5000 plans, payment plans available for those on our 6500 HSA plan Learn more here. Enhance Your Kids’ Lives with an EAP Did you know your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) can help you and your kids? Your EAP offers a wide range of no-cost support services and resources, including: Counseling Legal consultation Dependent care and daily living resources And more! The Anthem EAP is available 24/7, 365 days a year. Call 1-800-999-7222 or visit www.anthemEAP.com, company code: TREE. The Lincoln Financial EAP is available 24/7, 365 days a year. Call 888-628-4824 or visit GuidanceResources.com , username: LFGSupport password: LFGSupport1. Learn more here: Employee Assistance Program - XKIG For questions about your benefits, please email: benefits@wakendall.com Are you a new hire? Remember, you have 30 days to sign up for benefits. Visit our Benefits site for more information about all things benefits related! xkig.hrbenefits.net

Are you a new hire? Remember, you have 30 days to sign up for benefits. Visit our Benefits site at xkig.hrbenefits.net Wellness Wednesdays For questions about your benefits, please email: benefits@wakendall.com Cold Weather Safety Reminder️ As temperatures drop, take extra precautions to stay safe both on and off the job. Dress in layers, protect exposed skin, and wear proper footwear to prevent slips on icy surfaces. Stay alert for changing weather conditions, take warm-up breaks when necessary, and watch for signs of cold stress such as numbness, shivering, or fatigue. Looking out for yourself and your teammates helps ensure everyone gets home safely, in any season. Healthy Resolutions That Stick Healthy resolutions don’t have to be big or complicated to make a difference. Small, realistic changes like taking a short walk each day, drinking more water, getting a little extra sleep, or packing a healthier lunch can add up over time. Focus on progress, not perfection, and choose habits that fit your routine and support your well-being. Simple, steady steps are often the ones that last the longest. Resolution #1: Skip the ER (Unless It’s Serious!) The ER should be your go‑to only for true emergencies — think life‑ or limb‑threatening situations. For everything else, start with your primary care provider. If it’s after hours, head to urgent care instead. You’ll save time, money, and get the right care faster. Here's a handy chart for finding the right care at the right place. By downloading the Anthem’s Sydney app , you’re one step closer to achieving healthy resolutions. Click on the video below to learn how the Sydney app can help you. Holiday Stress and the Blues The holidays often seem to be a time for family and cheer. However, that's not always true. Some people experience stress, depression, and even social isolation during this season. Here are 9 quick tips to help you this holiday season: Plan ahead Learn how to say “no” Stick to a shopping budget Create relaxing surroundings Maintain healthy habits Share your feelings with a trusted friend Respect differences in others Set realistic holiday expectations Take a break when you need one Remember, our two EAP options are available 24/7 and can help you manage your stress levels around the holidays – and beyond. See below. Lincoln Financial EmployeeConnect EAP : Check out the flyer here . Spanish version here . Anthem EAP : When you call, please state that you work for XKIG. More information can be found here . Spanish version here . Cards Corner!! Anthem members, look out for your new Anthem card for 2026! They should arrive in the mail over the next few weeks. Anthem members with the 6500 HSA plan, please make sure you are watching your mail for anything from Chard Synder! Each year some are flagged and need to provide additional information to open your account or to make sure your account remains open. Also, please note that you can NOT have a PO Box listed in UKG with an HSA. We sent an email to all who this applied to. If you have a PO Box listed and have our HSA plan, you need to update to a street address asap. Boosting Your Benefits Health is Wealth Walking Challenge Winners! Thank you to everyone who participated in our second walking challenge! This challenge encourages staying healthy throughout the holiday season. We had a lot of great competition among the participants. The first, second, and third-place winners are as follows: 1st Place: Each participant earned a $100 gift card! Lightning Ashley Powell, Kameraan Johnson, Victoria Phelps, and Tanish Everson 2nd Place: Each participant earned a $75 gift card! No New Team Casey Langston 3rd Place: Each participant earned a $50 gift card! Holy Walkamolies Nick Oney, Cameron Thompson, DiJonai Johnson, and Erin Pape Congrats to all participants for making strides each day to move your body during this busy time of year! For questions about your benefits, please email: benefits@wakendall.com Are you a new hire? Remember, you have 30 days to sign up for benefits. Visit our Benefits site at xkig.hrbenefits.net We Want to Hear from You! Do you have suggested article ideas or pictures to share? Email us at marketinghelp@xkig.com !

Are you a new hire? Remember, you have 30 days to sign up for benefits. Visit our Benefits site at xkig.hrbenefits.net Wellness Wednesdays For questions about your benefits, please email: benefits@xylemtree.com Open Enrollment Starts October 20! It’s time to look at your benefits and make sure they still work for you and your family. From October 20-31, you can add, drop, or change your benefits online or by phone. Phone appointments fill up fast. Call 1-877-277-7476 or visit gotobenefits.info/Tree to schedule yours today. Don’t want to make any changes? Then you likely don’t need to participate! All benefits, with the exception of 1, will carry over into 2026. The only exception is if you have the 6500 HSA medical plan and you are contributing to your Health Savings Account, then you need to make a new election for 2026. If you don’t have the 6500 HSA medical plan, or have it but don’t want to contribute, then all will carry over in 2026 without participation. Please visit our Benefits site for more information on all things benefits. https://xkig.hrbenefits.net/ Exclusive Credit Union Perks for Our Team! We’ve partnered with Utilities Employees Credit Union (UECU) to give all employees special banking benefits! Open a checking account or Visa® Power Card™ and get a $25 gift card, plus enjoy perks like no monthly fees, ATM fee refunds, and great loan rates. You can even earn rewards and get up to 0.5% off your loan rate with certain accounts. It’s easy to join and start saving—visit uecu.org/lisa or call 800-288-6423 ext. 7502 for more details. Don’t forget to mention this flyer (Spanish version here ) to get an extra $10 gift card when you open an account! Preventive Dental Care for all ages and people Dental health isn’t just about having a sparkling smile. It plays a big role in your whole health. That's why preventive dental care—which includes going to the dentist and practicing health habits at home—is key. Why dental health matters at every life stage. Our mouths are full of bacteria, most of which are harmless. However, when we don’t practice good dental hygiene, bacteria can spread to other parts of the body and cause illness or disease. Issues such as tooth loss and cavities can also affect our self-esteem and make everyday activities, including eating and speaking, more difficult. What is preventive dental care? Health habits checklist: Have regular dental checkups Brush your teeth and tongue at least twice a day with a soft-bristle toothbrush Floss daily Limit sugary foods and drinks Don't smoke or use tobacco products To learn more about preventive dental care and how to find a dentist, click here . Stress Awareness Week: Take Time for You! Stress is a normal part of life, but managing it in healthy ways makes a big difference. During Stress Awareness Week next month, take a few moments each day to focus on your well-being. Try simple things like taking a walk outside, practicing deep breathing, or unplugging from your phone for a bit. Staying active, getting enough sleep, and talking to someone you trust can also help lower stress levels. Remember, taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your body. Small steps can lead to big changes! Our two EAP options are available 24/7 and can help you manage your stress levels. See below. Lincoln Financial EmployeeConnect EAP: Check out the flyer here . Spanish version here . Anthem EAP: When you call, say you work for XKIG . More information can be found here . Spanish version here . October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month This month, we’re reminding everyone to take charge of their health! Breast cancer is the most common cancer found in women and affects one in 100 men . It’s easier to treat when it’s found early, so if you’re due for a mammogram, now is a great time to schedule one. Many health plans (like our Anthem plan) cover mammograms and other preventive checkups—like annual physicals and screenings—at no cost to you. Staying on top of your preventive care helps catch problems early and keeps you feeling your best. Take a moment this month to schedule any screenings or exams you may have missed—it could make all the difference! Boosting Your Benefits Join the “Health Is Wealth” Walking Challenge! Let’s get moving! The Health Is Wealth Walking Challenge runs from November 3 to December 12 and is a fun way to boost your activity and stay healthy as the holiday season begins. Start by walking 5,000 steps a day and work your way up to 6,000 steps a day by the end of the challenge. Track your progress in the Wellworks for You portal or mobile app. Details on how to sign up will be shared soon. Remember, consistency is key! Every step you take is an investment in your health and well-being. Click here to learn more. Get Your Annual Physical – Earn Rewards! Your health matters! Schedule your annual physical by December 1 to take care of yourself and earn rewards. If you’re enrolled in the Anthem 6500 HSA plan, completing your physical and submitting the form through Wellworks for You can earn you a $125 deposit for Quarter 4—and up to $500 a year! Click here on how to submit your physical. Plus, Anthem members can earn even more rewards through the Sydney Health app for completing preventive care like mammograms, flu shots, and other wellness checkups. Don’t wait—book your physical today to stay healthy and earn your incentives! Click here for more info. Spanish version is here . For questions about your benefits, please email: benefits@xylemtree.com Are you a new hire? Remember, you have 30 days to sign up for benefits. Visit our Benefits site at xkig.hrbenefits.net

July 2025 Edition Read a message from CEO Randolph Hoover, check out the MVV Recognition Program Quarterly Winners, and learn about our new blogs! Introducing A Message from Randolph Hoover I am pleased to introduce XKIG, our new parent company. You may have seen this name in some of our communications already. XKIG will operate through our subsidiaries—Xylem Tree Experts, Kendall Vegetation Services, and River City Construction, our recently added partner—to safely and professionally support our customers’ delivery of reliable energy to the communities they serve. Together, we maintain and protect vital utility infrastructure, ensuring the lights stay on for millions of Americans. This is an exciting time in our company's history. We continue to grow both organically and through acquisition, and we continue to take market share from our competition as the customers we serve want a true partner committed to innovation and excellence. And of course, when future natural disasters occur, XKIG’s rapid-response teams will be among the first on the scene, restoring critical services and building community resilience. Driven by an unwavering commitment to the communities in which we live and work, XKIG combines the key strengths of our subsidiaries—as well as advanced technologies, strict safety standards, and top workforce retention—to deliver superior service on a large scale. I would like to take this opportunity to welcome River City Construction, founded in 1975 and based in Washington, North Carolina. The company provides utility infrastructure construction and maintenance in North Carolina, Virginia, Delaware, Maryland, and West Virginia. As one of the fastest-growing infrastructure companies in the Mid-Atlantic states, it has adapted its services to meet evolving regional power, telecommunications, and alternative energy needs. With River City, we are excited to expand into adjacent business lines beyond Xylem and Kendall vegetation management services. Together, all subsidiaries have tremendous opportunities for synergistic growth. Look for future XKIG announcements, including a new website, in the weeks to come. You can view our landing page now . In the meantime, you can like and follow our XKIG pages here: Blog: “A Storm Is Brewing: Readiness & Response” by Chuck Minter, Vice President of Resource Readiness Whether the weather is forming, storming, or norming, our Central Office team is always ready. Our latest blog highlights the round-the-clock support for our storm response and recovery efforts, which are focused on keeping our field operators safe and our customers well-supported: [A Storm Is Brewing: Readiness & Response - Kendall Vegetation Services ] June GF School is Complete! We wrapped up another great GF School session with the following 10 attendees: Harvey Freeman, David Gamble, Anthony Burton, Shawn Potter, Michael Rosario, Jesus Arreguin, Daniel Valdivia, Steve Garrison, Jorge Torres, and Fausto Lopez. Mission Vision Values Employee Recognition Program Quarterly Award Winners After introducing the Mission, Vision, and Values Recognition Program in February, it’s now time to announce our first quarterly award winners! Team members were initially nominated by their Regional Managers. These nominations were then reviewed by an impartial panel of judges who selected an outstanding employee for each of our core values. Here are the winners! Core Value Trust: Eduardo Avelar Paz Kendall Region 4 "He is a trustworthy employee. Any task given, he gets it done safely and efficiently. He is always praised by our OC and always keeps in mind the safety of his brothers and sisters out here in the field. Eduardo has shown great improvement throughout his time with Kendall." Core Value Transparency: Steve Harper Kendall Region 4 "Steve Harper, he has been with the company for almost two years but has lots of experience (30) years, he does the roles of assistant general foreman when another general foreman is out, he also goes out and checks on tickets and talks to customers when need too." Core Value Respect: Gonzalo Gamez Kendall Region 4 "Gonzalo Gamez, productivity. He has lots of experience, very good productive climber he does a lot of production for his crew, very safe when it comes to remove over hangs, he does it safe and efficient, he is also a very good teacher when a new guy comes in." Core Value Unity: Wilber Perez Alvarado Kendall Region 4 “I nominate Wilber for Unity, the employee has stuck with the company through thick and thin, always gets along with any crew he is assigned to and always looks at the positive side of the situation.” Between the Branches Congrats to our Newly Licensed Commercial Drivers! Congratulations to the employees who participated in our most recent training class in Kirksville, MO, and to the following 15 team members who obtained their Commercial Driver’s License last month: Class A: Pintle Hook Restriction: Triston Brodeur, Collin Parker, Marvin Guynn, Caleb Stevens, Dylan Taylor, Zach Fretueg, Steve Heiens, Vincent Wilkinson, Michael Trione, Colby Haynes, Tyler Durham, Scott Bruns Class B: Dylan Timms, Tony Johnson, Adan Villatoro We applaud these employees for successfully completing the classroom session, field training course, and skills test to achieve these qualifications! Our next training sessions will be held in Buffalo, NY, on August 1-2, Chattanooga, TN, on August 15-16, Auroa, MO, on August 15, and Hamlet, NC, on August 29. For more information about the CDL program, contact Tim Haynes at thaynes@xylemtree.com . Work Anniversaries Congratulations to all Kendall employees who celebrated milestone anniversaries this past quarter. Thank you for your contributions to our company’s success. Here’s to many more years ahead! Click the button below to see the employees who hit milestone anniversaries. View Now Compliments for the Crew Starla K., a mail carrier in Warrington, MO, called to say she crosses paths almost every day with Garlayn Love , one of our employees. He helped her maneuver her mail truck through the Kendall vehicles the other day. She said that he was so polite and knew that she was trying to do her job just like they were. Starla wanted the team to know how much she appreciated him! Compliments for the Crew A resident emailed thanking our crew (James Trotter, Jaimey Williams, Dallas Rappley, and Maurice Byrd ) who cleared out hurricane debris from around their power service line. She said they were so overwhelmed with the job. Our crew was a huge blessing and helped them so much. Great work! — Amanda J. Harlem, GA Compliments for the Crew "This is a reach out to James Gooing and Michael Shoup to thank them for their work and their friendly way of communicating what they would be doing. In the end, how they cleaned up was above and beyond helpful for us older folks. Larger pieces of wood are difficult, but they made it very manageable, and I so thank them for that." — Jane S., Saint Peters, MO Compliments for the Crew Dewey P. from Montezuma, GA, called in to brag on a crew member by the name of Jeff Winkler . He stated that, "Jeff had done an excellent job at his address and believes Jeff needs a raise! Hard workers like Jeff are hard to find." 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