diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/roadmap_epic.md b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/roadmap_epic.md
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--- a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/roadmap_epic.md
+++ b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/roadmap_epic.md
@@ -7,15 +7,15 @@ assignees: ''
 
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-### Describe expected behavior:
+### Describe expected behavior
 - What: <!-- Clearly state what the desired changes or new features could look like. -->
 - Why: <!-- Clearly state the effect/outcome of this change. -->
 - When: <!-- Provide a timeline or timeframe for when these changes should be implemented, preferably on a quarterly basis (e.g., Y24 Q3). -->
 
 ### Linked issue(s)
-<!-- Add a checkbox by typing “- [] ”. Then, link to an issue by typing “#” and searching for the issue by text or issue number, or create a new issue.  -->
+<!-- Add a checkbox by typing “- [ ] ”. Then, link to an issue by typing “#” and searching for the issue by text or issue number, or create a new issue.  -->
 
-### OTP PO Discussion meeting details:
+### OTP PO Discussion meeting details
 - Date: <!-- Specify the date when the discussion meeting took place. -->
 - Link(s): <!-- Provide a link or location where the discussion notes or details can be found. This could be a meeting link or another document. -->