diff --git a/.gitlab/issue_templates/new_app.md b/.gitlab/issue_templates/new_app.md
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--- a/.gitlab/issue_templates/new_app.md
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@@ -13,7 +13,7 @@
 
 ## Etc
 
-* [ ] Add should use a PV `existingClaim`
+* [ ] Make sure to use an `existingClaim` for persistent volumes
 
 ## Tests