An action item list is used to track what between board meetings?

• A. Tracking attendance
• B. A list of actions to be taken before the next board meeting as a result of decisions
• C. Recording minutes
• D. Scheduling future agendas

Answer: (B)

An action item list tracks tasks that come from board decisions between meetings. It assigns who is responsible for each task and sets due dates, ensuring follow-through so decisions lead to tangible progress before the next board meeting. This keeps accountability clear and prevents important tasks from slipping through the cracks.

Tracking attendance would use a separate attendance log, not an action list. Recording minutes captures what was discussed and decided, not the specific tasks to complete. Scheduling future agendas belongs to agenda planning or calendar management, which is about what will be covered next, not the execution of decisions.