From: jkazik@aol.com
Sent: Sunday, November 10, 2002 8:26 AM
To: rule-comments@sec.gov
Subject: 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, which 
often deal with issues of concern to me.  

As an owner of a mutual fund, I am entitled to know how my proxy is being 
voted. I urge the SEC to stand up for investors and for corporate accountability 
and to vote in favor of the proposed proxy voting rule.

The recent wave of corporate scandals provides ample evidence that corporate 
America need greater transparency, responsibility and accountability.  
 
In the absence of public disclosure of proxy policies and proxy voting records, 
there is no way for me to know whether the manager of my mutual fund is acting 
in a manner that reflects my wishes.  And until this happens, I will remain 
inactive in the market.

Thank you for your consideration.




John Kazik

19 Eastings Way

South Barrington, IL 
60010