Filing Analysis
The Board of Trustees appointed Scott E. Wennerholm as Chairperson of the Board for a four-year term, effective August 27, 2025. He replaces Susan J. Sutherland, who had been serving in an acting capacity following the death of the previous Chairperson.
🚩 Red Flags
- Succession triggered by the death of the previous Chairperson (noted in context of Susan J. Sutherland's acting role).
📋 Key Facts
- Scott E. Wennerholm appointed as Chairperson of the Board effective August 27, 2025.
- The new appointment is for a term of 4 years.
- Susan J. Sutherland served as acting Chairperson from August 9, 2025, following the passing of the former Chairperson.
The registrant announced the unexpected passing of Mark R. Fetting, who served as Chairperson of the Board of Trustees. Ms. Susan J. Sutherland has been appointed acting Chairperson.
🚩 Red Flags
- Unexpected death of a key leadership figure (Chairperson).
📋 Key Facts
- Mark R. Fetting passed away unexpectedly on August 9, 2025.
- Ms. Susan J. Sutherland is serving as acting Chairperson of the Board.
- The Board size was reduced from ten to nine members effective August 12, 2025.
The Board of Trustees of Eaton Vance Municipal Income 2028 Term Trust has formally adopted Amendment No. 1 to the Fund's Bylaws. This amendment officially eliminates 'Control Share Provisions' that were previously exempted by a board vote in January 2023.
🚩 Red Flags
- None identified. This is a standard administrative/governance update for a trust structure.
📋 Key Facts
- Amendment No. 1 to the Amended and Restated Bylaws was adopted on October 10, 2024.
- The amendment formally eliminates 'Control Share Provisions' within the Fund's By-Laws.
- This action formalizes a board decision made on January 26, 2023, which had previously exempted new acquisitions from being deemed 'Control Share Acquisitions'.
- The change is effective as of October 10, 2024.