Notice of Termination and Appointment of Successor Rights Agent for Common Stock

Summary

This letter from the company notifies Norwest Bank Minnesota N.A. that its services as Rights Agent for the company's common stock are terminated as of March 7, 2001. The company has appointed American Stock Transfer & Trust Company as the new Rights Agent. The letter thanks Norwest Bank for its past assistance and informs all relevant parties of the change in agent responsibilities.

EX-4.4 2 a2042723zex-4_4.txt EXHIBIT 4.4 Exhibit 4.4 March 13, 2001 Mr. John Baker Norwest Bank Minnesota N A. Stock Transfer Department 161 N. Concord Exchange South St. Paul, MN 55075 Dear John: This is to advise you that your services as Rights Agent for the Common Stock of our Company are being terminated as of close of business on March 7, 2001. We have appointed the American Stock Transfer & Trust Company, 59 Maiden Lane, New York, New York 10038, as successor Rights Agent for such Common Stock. Thank you for all your assistance in the past. Very truly yours, /s/ Judith E. Siljander Judith E. Siljander Director of Finance Cc: George Karfunkel - American Stock Transfer