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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgr 2010-07-16 (Bank of New York NY Mellon)B NY M E L LO July 16, 2010 Mark Pressman Wulff, Hansen & Co. 351 California Street Suite 1000 San Francisco, CA 94104 mpressman cr wulffhansen.com Re: Town of Tiburon Del Mar Valley 2010 Supplemental Undergrounding Assessment District Dear Mark: On behalf of The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N. A. ("BNY Mellon") we greatly appreciate the opportunity to present our proposal to provide paying agent services on the above referenced transaction. Attached is our Fee Schedule, but please read on to discover more about the differences that BNY Mellon offers. Inherent in the process of identifying the financing team to bring an important debt financing to market is selecting a Paying Agent who can assist the issuer in the on-going administrative process throughout the life of the engagement and is committed, professional and experienced. No other institution can demonstrate their commitment to providing trustee services to the public finance marketplace better than BNY Mellon. Through our enhanced systems and experienced professionals dedicated to serving the needs of the municipal finance market, we provide our clientele industry leading services for today and the future. The Bank of New York Mellon Company, Inc. is one of the largest bank holding companies in the US, which has been ranked the number one overall trustee in terms of new debt issuance for three consecutive years, and is one of the leading Corporate Trust banks with over $13 trillion in outstanding debt. A Difference through Our People and Service The District will be serviced locally by their existing administrative team from our San Francisco office, led by Mr. Patrick Matanane. Patrick's professional profile is included below, for your review. Patrick J. Matanane Assistant Vice President (415) 263-2480 patrick.matanane@bnymellon.com Patrick has over 15 years of experience in Municipal and Corporate Trust services. He is knowledgeable in the administration of municipal trust accounts which include Multifamily Housing, Certificates of Participation, Airport, Tobacco, and Highway Revenue Bonds, and '9Y e, B N'Y M E L L O N conduit bond financings. His prior experience includes perspectives from both the issuer and trustee sides of the business. Patrick places strong emphasis on customer care and satisfaction as is evidenced through the relationships he continues to build. Patrick has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Oregon State University, and is a graduate of the National Graduate Trust School at Northwestern University. PLEASE NOTE: As a standard procedure upon closing a bond issue, each administrator is prepared to deliver a detailed account synopsis including all information relating to investments, debt service, compliance, and requisition payments (as applicable), for use by the issuer and financing team. This synopsis is not only an aid for our clients, but for our administrators as well, as it enables them to thoroughly review the governing documents and establish useful ticklers and procedures. This subsequently serves as a great tool to assist our clients in our long-term relationship between the Issuer and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company. A Difference Through Our Level of Experience As an experienced member of your financing team, we provide the qualifications you require to ensure that, with your other financing team members, you have assembled the finest professionals in their field, thereby making your financing both attractive and successful. Attached you will find our complete Fee Schedule for this engagement detailing related fees and expenses associated with our appointment. Should you have any questions regarding our proposal or attached fee schedule, please feel free to contact me at (213) 630-6457. Very truly yours, Jose Matamoros Vice President "Nom Aar- BONY MELLN Town of Tiburon Del Mar Valley 2010 Supplemental Undergrounding Assessment District Paying Agent Fee Schedule July 16, 2010 Upon appointment of BNY Mellon as paying agent, the Issuer shall be responsible for the payment of the fees, expenses and charges as set forth in this Fee Schedule. ACCEPTANCE FEE $100 This one time charge is payable at the time of the closing and includes the review and execution of the Indenture and all documents submitted in support thereof, acceptance of the trust, establishment of procedures and controls and set-up of trust accounts. Based on the information provided, BNY Mellon does not anticipate using counsel but reserves the right to do so if required. ANNUAL ADMINISTRATIVE FEE $500 This all-inclusive annual fee covers the duties and responsibilities related to account administration and bondholder services, which may include maintenance of accounts on various systems, collection and payment of principal and interest to bondholders, the preparation and distribution of any sinking fund redemption notices and the monitoring of issuer compliance. This fee is payable in advance for the year and shall not be prorated. OTHER SERVICES/ACTIVITY CHARGES Terminations: Reasonable compensation based upon services performed MISCELLANEOUS FEES The fees for performing extraordinary or other services not contemplated at the time of the execution of the transaction or not specifically covered elsewhere in this schedule will be commensurate with the service to be provided and will be charged in BNY Mellon's sole discretion. These extraordinary services may include, but are not limited to, supplemental agreements, consent operations, unusual releases, tenders or sinking fund redemptions, the preparation of special or interim reports, custody of collateral, a one-time fee to be charged upon termination of an engagement. Counsel, accountants, special agents and others will be charged at the actual amount of fees and expenses billed. The fee for non-interest bearing balances left un-invested with the Bank will be 10 basis points for the quarter, based on quarter-end spot balance levels, in excess of $250,000 (held in the U.S. offices of the Bank). OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSES At Cost Additional out-of-pocket expenses may include, but are not limited to, telephone; facsimile; courier; copying; postage; supplies; statutory filing charges, including UCC amendments, continuations, and termination fees; and expenses of BNY Mellon's representative(s) and Counsel for attending special meetings. Fees and expenses of BNY Mellon's representatives and Counsel will be charged at the actual amount of fees and expenses charged and all other expenses will be charged at cost. 44 bow- BNY M E LLDN TERMS AND DISCLOSURES TERMS OF PROPOSAL Final acceptance of the appointment as trustee under the Indenture is subject to approval of authorized officers of BNY Mellon and full review and execution of all documentation related hereto. Please note that if this transaction does not close, you will be responsible for paying any expenses incurred, including Counsel fees. We reserve the right to terminate this offer if we do not enter into final written documents within three months from the date this document is first transmitted to you. Fees may be subject to adjustment during the life of the engagement. MISCELLANEOUS The terms of this Fee Schedule shall govern the matters set forth herein and shall not be superseded or modified by the terms of the Indenture. This Fee Schedule shall be governed by the laws of the State of California without reference to laws governing conflicts. BNY Mellon and the undersigned agree to jurisdiction of the federal and state courts located in the City/County of San Francisco, State of California. CUSTOMER NOTICE REQUIRED BY THE USA PATRIOT ACT To help the US government fight the funding of terrorism and money laundering activities, US Federal law requires all financial institutions to obtain, verify, and record information that identifies each person (whether an individual or organization) for which a relationship is established. What this means to you: When you establish a relationship with BNY Mellon, we will ask you to provide certain information (and documents) that will help us to identify you. We will ask for your organization's name, physical address, tax identification or other government registration number and other information that will help us to identify you. We may also ask for a Certificate of Incorporation or similar document or other pertinent identifying documentation for your type of organization. We thank you for your assistance. Accepted By: For BNYMTC: Signature Date: July 16, 2010 7-0, v Name: Jose Matamoros Title iui}u APPROVED AS TU nt r may, tr ~ ANN DANFORTH TOWN ATTORNEY TOWN OF TIBURON IB'fir' M E L L N