Franklin Managed Municipal Income Trust DEFA14A, filed Nov 21, 2023
Franklin Managed Municipal Income Trust (PMM)
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November 2023
Why should you vote? The future of your Fund is at stake.
| Re: | Your investment in one or more Putnam Funds: |
| Putnam Managed Municipal Income Trust | |
| Putnam Municipal Opportunities Trust |
Dear Shareholder:
We thank you for being a shareholder of record in one or more of The Putnam Funds above, but we still need your help with voting that is underway on an important matter.
Vote today to ensure that there will be continuity in the operations of your Fund(s).
The October 6, 2023 special meetings of shareholders have been adjourned to December 12, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time due to insufficient participation.
We are making progress, but still need you to cast your vote, regardless of how many shares you own.
The Board ofTrustees of The Putnam Funds recommend that you vote in favor of the proposals.
Voting is fast! Choose one method:
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| • | Call the toll-free number listed on the enclosed proxy card | |
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| • | Sign, date, and mail the enclosed proxy card in the enclosed postage-paid envelope | |
Please help us secure the votes to pass the proposals and provide continuity in the operations of your Fund(s).
Once again, we appreciate your investment and the attention you give to voting. If you have any questions, please contact our Proxy Solicitor, EQ Fund Solutions, at 1-877-536-1555 Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m., and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Thank you for your help and support.
Sincerely,
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