Simon> ... I agree with Plocher here - I would actually like to see Simon> less! We have the recording for a detailed record; I would like the Simon> minutes to record only:
Simon> * For resolutions, the resolution actually adopted and the details of Simon> the vote adopting it. Simon> * For action items, a sentence explaining the action item and the name Simon> of the person carrying it. This also applies to future business - all Simon> future business needs an owner who is preparing the resolution. Simon> * For discussions (including those preceding resolutions and action Simon> items), the points members ask to be recorded. If there are none, a Simon> record like "Members discussed the design of the web site. No decisions Simon> were taken." or "Members discussed the design of the web site. xxx took Simon> an action item to prepare a resolution for a future meeting." Simon> What do other Board members think? Agreed; Michelle's notes were so good they were more like seconds. I'm fine with her not having to work so hard as it were and doing as you suggest above. -- John http://blogs.sun.com/jbeck