Sent: Monday, November 04, 2002 8:46 AM
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.

You know all the reasons that make this a good rule - now
pass it.

Walter Shrode

1504 Canyon Run Rd.

Naperville,, IL
60565