Western Asset Investment Grade Opportunity Trust Inc DEFA14A, filed Apr 29, 2024
Western Asset Investment Grade Opportunity Trust Inc. (IGI)
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 14A
Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
(Amendment No. )
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| ☐ | Definitive Proxy Statement | |
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| ☐ | Soliciting Material Pursuant to Section 240.14a-12 | |
WESTERN ASSET INVESTMENT GRADE DEFINED OPPORTUNITY TRUST INC.
(Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)
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URGENT – ACTION REQUESTED
Western Asset Investment Grade Defined Opportunity Trust Inc. (IGI)
Dear Stockholder:
According to our records, you have not voted on an important proposal at this year’s Special Meeting.
Unless a sufficient number of stockholders vote by June 7, 2024, at 10:00 am, the Fund will not be able to implement the proposal without adjourning the stockholder meeting to a later date, and possibly incurring additional proxy solicitation costs.
It’s extremely important that you participate in the management of your investment by voting.
THE FUND’S BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT YOU VOTE “FOR” THE PROPOSAL
YOUR VOTE IS CRITICAL. PLEASE VOTE NOW BEFORE TIME RUNS OUT.
Please vote using one of the following options:
| 1) | VOTE ONLINE |
Log on to the website shown on your proxy card. Please have your proxy card in hand to access your control number (located in the box) and follow the on-screen instructions.
| 2) | VOTE BY TOUCH-TONE TELEPHONE |
Call the toll-free number listed on your proxy card. Please have your proxy card in hand to access your control number (located in the box) and follow the recorded instructions.
| 3) | VOTE BY MAIL |
Complete, sign and date the proxy card and then return it in the enclosed postage paid envelope.
The Proxy Statement we sent you contains important information regarding the proposals that you are being asked to consider. A copy of the Proxy Statement may be viewed or downloaded at the website listed on your proxy card. Please read the materials carefully. If you have any questions regarding the proposal, or need assistance with voting, you may call Computershare Fund Services, the Funds’ proxy solicitor, toll free at 1-866-875-8614.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.