From: John O'Brien [johnobrien@shaw.ca] Sent: Tuesday, March 11, 2003 9:45 AM To: rule-comments@sec.gov Subject: Removal from the DTC Gentlemen: I wish to comment on the matter of exiting the DTC in favor of certificate only trading. I would like to see the issuer company make the decision to exit the DTC acting in the interest of its shareholders. If you require personal information, please advise. Thank you, John O'Brien