Form with which the board of directors of a corporation records the contents of its first meeting.
Form with which the board of directors of a corporation records the contents of its first meeting.
Approval typically happens early in the meeting agenda. If someone requests a correction, attendees should discuss the correction, the secretary should amend the minutes and then they can be formally approved.
If any changes or corrections are offered to the minutes, a motion must be made, seconded, and passed with a vote. They must provide the exact wording for their suggestion. If a member does not approve of the proposed correction, they can make a motion to amend the minutes with an alternative correction.
Amendments can be made directly in the draft minutes, with the changes noted in the final approved version. Alternatively, the corrections can be listed in the minutes of the meeting in which the changes were approved. Either method ensures transparency and preserves the integrity of the record.
Minutes are also a good way to keep executives and non-executives accountable for key decisions and actions from the meeting. Should inaccurate minutes be taken, this could also result in a disagreement about what occurred during the meeting and subsequent confusion.
Best approach is to put a request in writing for the minutes, and challenge them if they don't reflect your view of the meeting - or if you can get the tone changed in pertinent paragraphs, to benefit your side!
What should be done if the minutes are not accurate? If you discover inaccuracies in the meeting minutes, it's crucial to address them promptly. First, bring the inaccuracies to the attention of the person responsible for taking the minutes. They can then make the necessary corrections and revisions.
Responding to an email request Hello Name, Thank you for your email requesting a meeting on Date. I am available to meet at Time on that day. Please let me know if that time works for you or if you would like to schedule for a different time.
Approve the minutes: Once corrections are complete, the chair asks for a motion to approve the minutes. One member makes the motion, a second member approves it, and the chair calls for a vote. The approval of meeting minutes goes through with a majority vote.
Capture key information accurately: Focus on recording crucial details like the date, time, attendees, meeting purpose, and agenda items discussed. Note down key points, decisions made, and action items assigned, including responsible parties and deadlines.
Thank you for the productive meeting we had yesterday. I appreciate your time and effort in preparing for the discussion and the valuable insights you shared. Our work is well underway, and I am confident we will meet our objectives. Please contact me for more information or assistance with the project.