Board approves audits, safety plan, travel policy, summer school MOUs and names new treasurer

The Palmdale Aerospace Academy Board of Directors approved several consent items, certified contracts and made an internal officer appointment during its meeting.

The board voted to approve the consolidated audit (including foundation items) prepared by Christie White. The chief business official said the TPA portion had been submitted earlier and the consolidated piece, which includes the foundation, was presented for approval; the motion was seconded and recorded as approved.

Board members approved the comprehensive school safety plan, which staff described as a shorter, hyperlinked living document that consolidates required policies and now includes learning continuity, naloxone administration paperwork and cardiac safety information. Staff said the safety plan had been reviewed by the school site council in February and will be posted on the district website.

The board approved board regulation 33‑50 (travel expense policy) after a staff presentation on the need for clearer, detailed policies for reimbursements and travel procedures.

The board approved summer school memoranda of understanding (MOUs) for certificated and classified unions to reflect annual summer school arrangements; staff noted an adjustment to instructional days from 19 to 20 to reflect two holidays as needed.

Board members also moved to appoint Justin Knowles as board treasurer; the motion passed by voice vote. Patrick Rolfe was thanked for his service as he departed the board.

Board minutes indicate the items were approved by voice vote; no roll‑call tallies were provided in the transcript.