Magnolia Public Schools
Minutes
Regular Board Meeting
Date and Time
Thursday November 4, 2021 at 6:30 PM
Location
https://zoom.us/j/92005500225?pwd=ZVZEajQrZGpSN1dhb0QzV0RGMmtTQT09
Meeting ID: 920 0550 0225 Passcode: 482363
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Board Members:
Ms. Sandra Covarrubias, Chair
Dr. Umit Yapanel, Vice-Chair
Dr. Salih Dikbas
Ms. Diane Gonzalez
Mr. Mekan Muhammedov
CEO & Superintendent:
Mr. Alfredo Rubalcava
Ms. Sandra Covarrubias, Chair
Dr. Umit Yapanel, Vice-Chair
Dr. Salih Dikbas
Ms. Diane Gonzalez
Mr. Mekan Muhammedov
CEO & Superintendent:
Mr. Alfredo Rubalcava
Directors Present
M. Muhammedov (remote), S. Covarrubias (remote), S. Dikbas (remote), U. Yapanel (remote)
Directors Absent
D. Gonzalez
I. Opening Items
A.
Call the Meeting to Order
U. Yapanel called a meeting of the board of directors of Magnolia Public Schools to order on Thursday Nov 4, 2021 at 6:32 PM.
B.
Record Attendance and Guests
Refer to attendance information stated above.
C.
Approval of Agenda
M. Muhammedov made a motion to approve the agenda as presented.
U. Yapanel seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| U. Yapanel |
Aye
|
| M. Muhammedov |
Aye
|
| S. Covarrubias |
Aye
|
| D. Gonzalez |
Absent
|
| S. Dikbas |
Aye
|
D.
Public Comments
M.Wittek, Magnolia Science Academy-7 Principal, shared information regarding her schools fundraising campaign to raise $20,000 to install a shade structure at the school site. This is to ensure a safe playground for the students when the the hot weather comes in. Link was shared for those who wanted to donate or share.
E.
Announcements from CEO & Superintendent and Board Members
There were no updates or announcements given at this time by the CEO & Superintendent and Board Members.
II. Action Items
A.
Board Approval of Findings to Conduct Virtual Meetings Pursuant to AB 361/Government Code Section 54953
MPS Board of Directors discussed and reconsidered the circumstances of the State of Emergency related to COVID-19 in which meeting in person can directly impact the ability of the Board and public to meet safely. As such, local officials are still continuing to recommend measures to promote social distancing.
S. Dikbas made a motion to to adopt the findings relating to the ability of the Board to conduct meetings due to teleconference during the State of Emergency, in reference to AB 361/Government Code Section 54953.
U. Yapanel seconded the motion.
The board VOTED to approve the motion.
| Roll Call | |
|---|---|
| D. Gonzalez |
Absent
|
| S. Dikbas |
Aye
|
| M. Muhammedov |
Aye
|
| U. Yapanel |
Aye
|
| S. Covarrubias |
Aye
|
III. Closing Items
A.
Adjourn Meeting
There being no further business to be transacted, and upon motion duly made, seconded and approved, the meeting was adjourned at 6:41 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
U. Yapanel