No meeting should end without clear action items. The purpose of this document is to describe Quick Notes as an alternative to formal meeting agendas and meeting minutes.Learn how to record action items in meeting minutes with examples and best practices. Utilize the minutes to track action items and followups. A comprehensive selection of free meeting minutes templates for Word. These downloadable templates are easy to use and can be customized to fit your needs. This handbook is part of the Michigan Municipal League's effort to improve the quality of local government through effective communication. Review Minutes of Previous Meeting. Future Actions: Document any action items or follow-up tasks assigned during the meeting, including responsible parties and deadlines. In the minutes, the actions passed in the consent agenda are recorded individually and in full.