From: AnnBurchard@netscape.net
Sent: Wednesday, October 30, 2002 1:57 PM
To: rule-comments@sec.gov
Subject: File No. S7-36-02

Re: File No. S7-36-02

Dear SEC Secretary,

I am writing in support of the SEC's proposed rule to require mutual fund
companies to disclose how they vote on corporate proxy resolutions. The
mutual fund companies should also explain the principles that guide them 
in determining how proxy votes are cast and  reveal any conflict of interest. 
I and other shareholders should have the right to know how a
fund's management votes on issues such as executive compensation and 
board appointments. We need this information in order to decide whether 
or not to own a particular fund. Proxy voting information should be
provided in a way that is understandable and not overly costly. 
Posting it on the funds' website or the SEC website would be sufficient. 

I urge the SEC to take this step which will help restore investors'
confidence by increasing visibility into corporate activities.

Sincerely yours,

Ann Burchard
700 Americana Dr #56
Annapolis, MD 21403


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