Subject: File No. S7-06-04
From: Brian L Lakner
Affiliation: Chartered Financial Consultant

April 1, 2005

Dear Sir/Madam:

I am writing in regards to File number S7-06-04.

I ask that you provide for an extension,for comment, for an additional 30 days. I have not had an opportunity to review the proposal and I would appreciate your consideration in this matter.

I thank you.

Sincerely,

Brian L. Lakner, ChFC