SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM N-1A
REGISTRATION STATEMENT (No. 2-55725)
UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 [ ]
Pre-Effective Amendment No. [ ]
Post-Effective Amendment No. 70 [X]
and
REGISTRATION STATEMENT (No. 811-2720)
UNDER THE INVESTMENT COMPANY ACT OF 1940 [X]
Amendment No. [ ]
Fidelity Municipal Trust
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)
82 Devonshire St., Boston, Massachusetts 02109
(Address Of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant's Telephone Number: 617-563-7000
Arthur S. Loring, Secretary
82 Devonshire Street
Boston, Massachusetts 02109
(Name and Address of Agent for Service)
It is proposed that this filing will become effective
( ) immediately upon filing pursuant to paragraph (b)
(X) on (February 20, 1996) pursuant to paragraph (b)
( ) 60 days after filing pursuant to paragraph (a)(i)
( ) on ( ) pursuant to paragraph (a)(i)
( ) 75 days after filing pursuant to paragraph (a)(ii)
( ) on ( ) pursuant to paragraph (a)(ii) of rule 485.
If appropriate, check the following box:
( ) this post-effective amendment designates a new effective date for a
previously filed
post-effective amendment.
Registrant has filed a declaration pursuant to Rule 24f-2 under the
Investment Company Act of 1940 and intends to file the Notice required by
such Rule before February 29, 1996.
FIDELITY MUNICIPAL TRUST:
FIDELITY AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL FUND
CROSS REFERENCE SHEET
FORM N-1A
ITEM NUMBER PROSPECTUS SECTION
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1 .............................. Cover Page
2 a .............................. Expenses
b, c .............................. Contents; The Funds at a Glance; Who May Want
to Invest
3 a .............................. Financial Highlights
b .............................. *
c, d .............................. Performance
4 a i............................. Charter
ii........................... The Funds at a Glance; Investment Principles and
Risks
b .............................. Investment Principles and Risks
c .............................. Who May Want to Invest; Investment Principles
and Risks
5 a .............................. Charter
b i............................. Cover Page: The Funds at a Glance; Charter;
Doing Business with Fidelity
ii........................... Charter
iii.......................... Expenses; Breakdown of Expenses
c .............................. Charter
d .............................. Charter; Breakdown of Expenses
e .............................. Cover Page; Charter
f .............................. Expenses
g i............................. Charter
ii............................ *
5A .............................. Performance
6 a i............................. Charter
ii........................... How to Buy Shares; How to Sell Shares;
Transaction Details; Exchange Restrictions
iii.......................... Charter
b ............................. *
c .............................. Transaction Details; Exchange Restrictions
d .............................. *
e .............................. Doing Business with Fidelity; How to Buy Shares;
How to Sell Shares; Investor Services
f, g .............................. Dividends, Capital Gains, and Taxes
7 a .............................. Cover Page; Charter
b .............................. Expenses; How to Buy Shares; Transaction Details
c .............................. *
d .............................. How to Buy Shares
e .............................. *
f .............................. Breakdown of Expenses
8 .............................. How to Sell Shares; Investor Services; Transaction
Details; Exchange Restrictions
9 .............................. *
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* Not Applicable
CROSS REFERENCE SHEET
(CONTINUED)
FORM N-1A
ITEM NUMBER STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SECTION
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10, 11 ............................ Cover Page
12 ............................ Description of the Trusts
13 a - c ............................ Investment Policies and Limitations
d ............................ Portfolio Transactions
14 a - c ............................ Trustees and Officers
15 a, b ............................ *
c ............................ Trustees and Officers
16 a i........................... FMR, Portfolio Transactions
ii.......................... Trustees and Officers
iii......................... Management Contracts
b ............................ Management Contracts
c, d ............................ Contracts with FMR Affiliates
e ............................ *
f ............................ Distribution and Service Plans
g ............................ *
h ............................ Description of the Trusts
i ............................ Contracts with FMR Affiliates
17 a - c ............................ Portfolio Transactions
d, e ............................ *
18 a ............................ Description of the Trusts
b ............................ *
19 a ............................ Additional Purchase and Redemption Information
b ............................ Additional Purchase and Redemption Information;
Valuation of Portfolio Securities
c ............................ *
20 ............................ Distributions and Taxes
21 a, b ............................ Contracts with FMR Affiliates
c ............................ *
22 a ............................ *
b ............................ Performance
23 ............................ Financial Statements
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* Not Applicable
Please read this prospectus before investing, and keep it on file for
future reference. It contains important information, including how each
fund invests and the services available to shareholders.
To learn more about each fund and its investments, you can obtain a copy of
the funds' most recent financial reports and portfolio listing, or a copy
of the Statement of Additional Informati on (SAI) dated February 20,
1996. The SAI has been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission
(SEC) and is incorporated herein by reference (legally forms a part of the
prospectus). For a free copy of either document, call Fidelity at
1-800-544-8888.
Mutual fund shares are not deposits or obligations of, or guaranteed by,
any depository institution. Shares are not insured by the FDIC, Federal
Reserve Board or any other agency, and are subject to investment
risk s , including possible loss of principal amount invested .
Aggressive Municipal may invest without limitation in lower-quality debt
securities, sometimes called "municipal junk bonds." Investors should
consider that these securities carry greater risks, such as the risk of
default, than other debt securities. Refer to "Investment Principles and
Risks" on page for further information.
LIKE ALL MUTUAL
FUNDS, THESE
SECURITIES HAVE NOT
BEEN APPROVED OR
DISAPPROVED BY THE
SECURITIES AND
EXCHANGE
COMMISSION OR ANY
STATE SECURITIES
COMMISSION, NOR HAS
THE SECURITIES AND
EXCHANGE
COMMISSION OR ANY
STATE SECURITIES
COMMISSION PASSED
UPON THE ACCURACY
OR ADEQUACY OF THIS
PROSPECTUS. ANY
REPRESENTATION TO
THE CONTRARY IS A
CRIMINAL OFFENSE.
MUB-pro-296
FIDELITY'S
MUNICIPAL
FUNDS
Each of these funds seeks a high level of current income free from federal
income tax.
FIDELITY LIMITED T ERM
MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND stresses preservation of capital by investing
mainly in investment grade municipal securities.
FIDELITY HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE FUND focuses on long-term,
medium-quality municipal securities.
FIDELITY AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL FUND invests mainly in medium-
and lower-quality municipal securities.
PROSPECTUS
FEBRUARY 20, 1996(FIDELITY_LOGO_GRAPHIC) 82 DEVONSHIRE STREET, BOSTON, MA
02109
CONTENTS
KEY FACTS THE FUNDS AT A GLANCE
WHO MAY WANT TO INVEST
EXPENSES Each fund's yearly
operating expenses.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS A summary
of each fund's financial data.
PERFORMANCE How each fund has
done over time.
THE FUNDS IN DETAIL CHARTER How each fund is
organized.
INVESTMENT PRINCIPLES AND RISKS
Each fund's overall approach to
investing.
BREAKDOWN OF EXPENSES How
operating costs are calculated and
what they include.
YOUR ACCOUNT DOING BUSINESS WITH FIDELITY
TYPES OF ACCOUNTS Different
ways to set up your account.
HOW TO BUY SHARES Opening an
account and making additional
investments.
HOW TO SELL SHARES Taking money
out and closing your account.
INVESTOR SERVICES Services to
help you manage your account.
SHAREHOLDER AND DIVIDENDS, CAPITAL GAINS,
ACCOUNT POLICIES AND TAXES
TRANSACTION DETAILS Share price
calculations and the timing of
purchases and redemptions.
EXCHANGE RESTRICTIONS
KEY FACTS
THE FUNDS AT A GLANCE
MANAGEMENT: Fidelity Management & Research Company (FMR) is the management
arm of Fidelity Investments, which was established in 1946 and is now
America's largest mutual fund manager.
As with any mutual fund, there is no assurance that a fund will achieve its
goal.
LIMITED TERM MUNICIPAL
GOAL: High current income free from federal income tax with preservation of
capital.
STRATEGY: Invests in investment-grade quality municipal securities while
maintaining an average maturity of 12 years or less.
SIZE: As of December 31, 199 5 , the fund h ad over
$ 943 m illion in ass et s.
HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE
GOAL: High current income free from federal income tax.
STRATEGY: Invests mainly in long-term, medium-quality municipal securities.
SIZE: As of November 30 , 199 5 , t he fund had over $1.8
billion in assets.
AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL
GOAL: High current income free from federal income tax.
STRATEGY: Invests mainly in medium- and lower-quality municipal securities,
normally with maturities over 20 years.
SIZE: As of December 31, 199 5 , t he fund had over $910 million in
assets.
WHO MAY WANT TO INVEST
Any of the funds may be appropriate for investors in higher tax brackets
who seek high current income that is free from federal income tax. Each
fund's level of risk and potential reward depend on the quality and
maturity of its investments. Lower-quality, longer-term investments
typically carry the most risk and the highest yield potential. You should
consider your investment objective and tolerance for risk when making an
investment decision.
The value of the funds' investments and the income they generate will vary
from day to day, and generally reflect interest rates, market conditions,
and other economic and political news . When you sell your shares,
they may be worth more or less than what you paid for them. By themselves,
the funds do not constitute a balanced investment plan.
THE SPECTRUM OF
FIDELITY FUNDS
Broad categories of Fidelity
funds are presented here in
order of ascending risk.
Generally, investors seeking
to maximize return must
assume greater risk. The
funds in this prospectus are
in the INCOME category.
(solid bullet) MONEY MARKET Seeks
income and stability by
investing in high-quality,
short-term investments.
(right arrow) INCOME Seeks income by
investing in bonds.
(solid bullet) GROWTH AND INCOME
Seeks long-term growth and
income by investing in stocks
and bonds.
(solid bullet) GROWTH Seeks long-term
growth by investing mainly in
stocks.
(checkmark)
EXPENSES
SHAREHOLDER TRANSACTION EXPENSES are charges you pay when you buy, sell or
hold shares of a fund. See page for more information about these fees.
Maximum sales charge on purchases and
reinvested distributions None
Deferred sales charge on redemptions None
Redemption fee (as a % of amount redeemed on
shares held less than 180 days) for Limited Term
Municipal and High Yield Tax-Free None
for Aggressive Municipal 1 .00 %
Exchange fee None
Annual account maintenance fee
(for accounts under $2 , 500) $12.00
ANNUAL FUND OPERATING EXPENSES are paid out of each fund's assets. Each
fund pays a management fee to FMR. It also incurs other expenses for
services such as maintaining shareholder records and furnishing shareholder
statements and financial reports. A fund's expenses are factored into its
share price or dividends and are not charged directly to shareholder
accounts (see page ).
The following are projections based on historical expenses, adjusted to
reflect current fees, and are calculated as a percentage of average net
assets.
LIMITED TERM MUNICIPAL
Management fee .39 %
12b-1 fee None
Other expenses .18 %
Total fund operating expenses .57 %
HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE
Management fee .40 %
12b-1 fee None
Other expenses .17 %
Total fund operating expenses .57 %
AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL
Management fee .45 %
12b-1 fee None
Other expenses .19 %
Total fund operating expenses .64 %
EXAMPLES: Let's say, hypothetically, that each fund's annual return is 5%
and that its operating expenses are exactly as just described. For every
$1,000 you invested, here's how much you would pay in total expenses if you
close your account after the number of years indicated:
LIMITED TERM MUNICIPAL
After 1 year $ 6
After 3 years $ 18
After 5 years $ 32
After 10 years $ 71
HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE
After 1 year $ 6
After 3 years $ 18
After 5 years $ 32
After 10 years $ 71
AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL
After 1 year $ 7
After 3 years $ 20
After 5 years $ 36
After 10 years $ 80
These examples illustrate the effect of expenses, but are not meant to
suggest actual or expected costs or returns, all of which may vary.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The tables that follow are included in each fund's Annual Report and
have been audited by Coopers & Lybrand L.L.P., independent accountants.
Their reports on the financial statements and financial highlights are
included in the Annual Reports. The financial statements and financial
highlights are incorporated by reference into (are legally a part of) the
funds' Statement of Additional Information.
FIDELITY LIMITED TERM MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
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1.Selected Per-Share
Data and Ratios
2.Years
ended 1995 1994 1993C 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986
December 31
3.Net asset $ 8.99 $ 9.99 $ 9.60 $ 9.52 $ 9.27 $ 9.31 $ 9.23 $ 9.10 $ 9.58 $ 8.88
value, 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
beginning of
period
4.Income from.497 .512 .516 .573 .603 .615 .617 .600 .582 .615
Investment
Operations
Net
investment
income
5. Net
realized .810 (.980) .630 .180 .400 .010 .080 .130 (.480) .700
and
unrealized
gain (loss)
6. Total
from 1.307 (.468) 1.146 .753 1.003 .625 .697 .730 .102 1.315
investment
operations
7.Less (.497) (.512) (.516) (.573) (.603) (.615) (.617) (.600) (.582) (.615)
Distributions
From net
investment
income
8. From net -- (.010) (.220) (.100) (.150) (.050) -- -- -- --
realized gain
9. In excess
of -- (.010) (.020) -- -- -- -- -- -- --
net
realized gain
10. Total (.497) (.532) (.756) (.673) (.753) (.665) (.617) (.600) (.582) (.615)
distributions
11.Net asset $ 9.80 $ 8.99 $ 9.99 $ 9.60 $ 9.52 $ 9.27 $ 9.31 $ 9.23 $ 9.10 $ 9.58
value, end of 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
period
12.Total
return 14.84 (4.76) 12.24 8.17% 11.19 6.97% 7.83% 8.22% 1.14% 15.19
A % % % % %
13.Net
assets, $ 943 $ 878 $ 1,19 $ 976 $ 696 $ 468 $ 442 $ 441 $ 459 $ 580
end of period
(In millions)
14.Ratio
of .57% .56% .57% .64% .68% .67% .66%B .67% .74% .68%
expenses to
average net
assets
15.Ratio of
net 5.25% 5.42% 5.19% 5.94% 6.41% 6.63% 6.70% 6.51% 6.29% 6.55%
investment
income to
average net
assets
16.Portfolio 31% 30% 111% 50% 42% 72% 55% 30% 59% 30%
turnover rate
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A TOTAL RETURNS WOULD HAVE BEEN LOWER HAD CERTAIN EXPENSES NOT BEEN
REDUCED DURING THE PERIOD SHOWN.
B FMR VOLUNTARILY AGREED TO REIMBURSE A PORTION OF THE FUNDS EXPENSES
DURING THE PERIOD. WITHOUT THIS REIMBURSEMENT THE FUND'S EXPENSE RATIO
WOULD HAVE BEEN HIGHER.
C EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 1993, THE FUND ADOPTED STATEMENT OF POSITION 93-2,
"DETERMINATION, DISCLOSURE, AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION OF INCOME,
CAPITAL GAIN, AND RETURN OF CAPITAL DISTRIBUTIONS BY INVESTMENT COMPANIES."
AS A RESULT, NET INVESTMENT INCOME PER SHARE MAY REFLECT CERTAIN
RECLASSIFICATIONS RELATED TO BOOK TO TAX DIFFERENCES.
FIDELITY HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE FUND
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17.Selected Per-Share
Data and Ratios
18.Years
ended 1995 1994A 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986
November 30
19.Net asset $ 11.0 $ 13.2 $ 12.7 $ 12.6 $ 12.6 $ 12.8 $ 12.2 $ 11.7 $ 13.7 $ 12.2
value, 40 30 20 90 10 00 10 50 70 90
beginning of
period
20.Income .677 .755 .764 .811 .845 .857 .893 .901 .936 .999
from
Investment
Operations
Net
investment
income
21. Net 1.260 (1.690 .700 .190 .310 .200 .600 .460 (1.500 1.520
realized and ) )
unrealized
gain (loss)
22. Total
from 1.937 (.935) 1.464 1.001 1.155 1.057 1.493 1.361 (.564) 2.519
investment
operations
23.Less (.677) (.755) (.764) (.811) (.845) (.857) (.893) (.901) (.936) (.999)
Distributions
From net
investment
income
24. From net -- (.500) (.190) (.160) (.230) (.390) (.010) -- (.520) (.040)
realized gain
25. Total (.677) (1.255 (.954) (.971) (1.075 (1.247 (.903) (.901) (1.456 (1.039
distributions ) ) ) ) )
26.Net
asset $ 12.3 $ 11.0 $ 13.2 $ 12.7 $ 12.6 $ 12.6 $ 12.8 $ 12.2 $ 11.7 $ 13.7
value, end
of 00 40 30 20 90 10 00 10 50 70
period
27.Total
return 17.95 (7.74) 11.92 8.21% 9.62% 8.91% 12.60 11.93 (4.45) 21.21
% % % % % % %
28.Net
assets, $ 1,80 $ 1,69 $ 2,12 $ 2,07 $ 1,99 $ 1,78 $ 1,73 $ 1,57 $ 1,61 $ 2,44
end of
period 1 3 8 5 7 4 8 4 0 9
(In millions)
29.Ratio of .57% .56% .56% .57% .56% .57% .58% .60% .71% .57%
expenses to
average net
assets
30.Ratio of
net 5.69% 6.21% 5.85% 6.40% 6.72% 6.96% 7.10% 7.48% 7.38% 7.63%
investment
income to
average net
assets
31.Portfolio 50% 48% 53% 47% 44% 58% 71% 47% 80% 49%
turnover rate
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A EFFECTIVE DECEMBER 1, 1993, THE FUND ADOPTED STATEMENT OF POSITION 93-2,
"DETERMINATION, DISCLOSURE, AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION OF INCOME,
CAPITAL GAIN, AND RETURN OF CAPITAL DISTRIBUTIONS BY INVESTMENT COMPANIES."
AS A RESULT, NET INVESTMENT INCOME PER SHARE MAY REFLECT CERTAIN
RECLASSIFICATIONS RELATED TO BOOK TO TAX DIFFERENCES.
FIDELITY AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL FUND
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32.Selected Per-Share
Data and Ratios
33.Years
ended 1995 1994 1993A 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986
December 31
34.Net asset $ 10.8 $ 12.3 $ 11.8 $ 11.8 $ 11.4 $ 11.4 $ 11.33 $ 10.8 $ 11.56 $ 10.6
value, 10 30 80 00 30 90 0 20 0 60
beginning of
period
35.Income .709 .770 .783 .834 .863 .886 .881 .894 .902 .933
from
Investment
Operations
Net interest
income
36. Net .858 (1.473 .788 .208 .429 (.060) .160 .510 (.740) .900
realized and )
unrealized
gain (loss)
37. Total
from 1.567 (.703) 1.571 1.042 1.292 .826 1.041 1.404 .162 1.833
investment
operations
38.Less (.709) (.770) (.783) (.834) (.863) (.886) (.881) (.894) (.902) (.933)
Distributions
From net
interest
income
39. From net -- (.050) (.340) (.130) (.060) -- -- -- -- --
realized
gain
40. Total (.709) (.820) (1.12 (.964) (.923) (.886) (.881) (.894) (.902) (.933)
distributions 3)
41. Redempti .002 .003 .002 .002 .001 -- -- -- -- --
on fees
added to paid
in
capital
42.Net asset $ 11.67 $ 10.8 $ 12.3 $ 11.8 $ 11.8 $ 11.4 $ 11.49 $ 11.33 $ 10.8 $ 11.56
value, end of 0 10 30 80 00 30 0 0 20 0
period
43.Total 14.89 (5.82) 13.63 9.17 11.77 7.48 9.50% 13.40 1.42% 17.74
return C % % % % % % % %
44.Net
assets, $ 910 $ 796 $ 952 $ 762 $ 654 $ 551 $ 546 $ 456 $ 353 $ 394
end of period
(In millions)
45.Ratio of .64% .63% .64% .64% .69% .66% .69% .73% .74% B .65% B
expenses to
average net
assets before
expense
reductions
46.Ratio of
net 6.24% 6.69% 6.37 7.01 7.46 7.79 7.68% 7.98% 8.06% 8.17%
interest income
to average net
assets
47.Portfolio 39% 40% 54% 43% 30% 46% 46% 46% 68% 17%
turnover rate
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A EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 1993, THE FUND ADOPTED STATEMENT OF POSITION
93-2, "DETERMINATION, DISCLOSURE, AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION OF
INCOME, CAPITAL GAIN, AND RETURN OF CAPITAL DISTRIBUTIONS BY INVESTMENT
COMPANIES." AS A RESULT, NET INTEREST INCOME PER SHARE MAY REFLECT CERTAIN
RECLASSIFICATIONS RELATED TO BOOK TO TAX DIFFERENCES.
B FMR VOLUNTARILY AGREED TO REIMBURSE A PORTION OF THE FUND'S EXPENSES
DURING THE PERIOD. WITHOUT THIS REIMBURSEMENT, THE FUND'S EXPENSE RATIO
WOULD HAVE BEEN HIGHER.
C TOTAL RETURNS WOLD HAVE BEEN LOWER HAD CERTAIN EXPENSES NOT BEEN REDUCED
DURING THE PERIODS SHOWN.
PERFORMANCE
Bond fund performance can be measured as TOTAL RETURN or YIELD. The total
returns that follow are based on historical fund results.
High Yield Tax-Free's fiscal year runs from December 1 through November
30. The fiscal year for Limited Term Municipal and Aggressive Municipal
runs from January 1 through December 31. The tables below show each
fund's performance over past fiscal years compared to a measure of
inflation.
LIMITED TERM MUNICIPAL
F is cal periods Pas Past Past
ended t 1 5 10
December 31, yea year year
1995 r s s
Average 14.84 8.10 7.94
annual % % %
total return
Cumulative 14.84 47.64 114.69
total return % % %
LB Muni 17.45 52.61 142.03
Bond A % % %
Consumer 2.54 14.72 40.44
Price Index A % % %
HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE
Fiscal periods Pas Past Past
ended t 1 5 10
November 30, yea year year
1995 r s s
Average 17.95 7.63 8.67
annual % % %
total return
Cumulative 17.95 44.45 129.65
total return % % %
LB Muni 18.90 51.82 139.41
Bond A % % %
Consumer 2.47 14.80 40.92
Price Index A % % %
AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL
Fiscal periods Pas Past Past
ended t 1 5 10
December 31, yea year year
1995 r s s
Average 14.89 8.45 9.11
annual % % %
total return
Cumulative 14.89 50.03 139.13
total return % % %
LB Muni 17.45 52.61 142.03
Bond A % % %
Consumer 2.54 14.72 40.44
Price Index A % % %
A CUMULATIVE RETURN
EXPLANATION OF TERMS
UNDERSTANDING
PERFORMANCE
YIELD illustrates the income
earned by a fund over a
recent period. 30-day yields
are usually used for bond
funds. Yields change daily,
reflecting changes in interest
rates.
TOTAL RETURN reflects both the
reinvestment of income and
capital gain distributions and
any change in a fund's share
price.
(checkmark)
TOTAL RETURN is the change in value of an investment in a fund over a given
period, assuming reinvestment of any dividends and capital gains. A
CUMULATIVE TOTAL RETURN reflects actual performance over a stated period of
time. An AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN is a hypothetical rate of return that,
if achieved annually, would have produced the same cumulative total return
if performance had been constant over the entire period. Average annual
total returns smooth out variations in performance; they are not the same
as actual year-by-year results.
YIELD refers to the income generated by an investment in a fund over a
given period of time, expressed as an annual percentage rate. A
TAX-EQUIVALENT YIELD shows what an investor would have to earn before taxes
to equal a tax-free yield. Yields are calculated according to a standard
that is required for all stock and bond funds. Because this differs from
other accounting methods, the quoted yield may not equal the income
actually paid to shareholders.
THE CONSUMER PRICE INDEX is a widely recognized measure of inflation
calculated by the U.S. government.
The funds' recent strategies, performance, and holdings are detailed twice
a year in financial reports, which are sent to all shareholders. For
current performance or a free annual report, call 1-800-544-8888.
TOTAL RETURNS AND YIELDS ARE BASED ON PAST RESULTS AND ARE NOT AN
INDICATION OF FUTURE PERFORMANCE.
THE FUNDS IN DETAIL
CHARTER
EACH FUND IS A MUTUAL FUND: an investment that pools shareholders' money
and invests it toward a specified goal. In technical terms, Limited Term
Municipal is currently a diversified fund of Fidelity School Street
Trust, High Yield Tax-Free is currently a diversified fund of Fidelity
Court Street Trust, and Aggressive Municipal is currently a diversified
fund of Fidelity Municipal Trust. Each trust is an open-end management
investment company. Fidelity School Street Trust was organized as a
Massachusetts business trust on September 10, 1976. Fidelity Court Street
Trust was organized as a Massachusetts business trust on April 21, 1977.
Fidelity Municipal Trust was organized as a Massachusetts business trust on
June 22, 1984. There is a remote possibility that one fund might become
liable for a misstatement in the prospectus about another fund.
EACH FUND IS GOVERNED BY A BOARD OF TRUSTEES, which is responsible for
protecting the interests of shareholders. The trustees are experienced
executives who meet throughout the year to oversee the funds' activities,
review contractual arrangements with companies that provide services to the
funds, and review performance. The majority of trustees are not otherwise
affiliated with Fidelity.
THE FUNDS MAY HOLD SPECIAL MEETINGS AND MAIL PROXY MATERIALS. These
meetings may be called to elect or remove trustees, change fundamental
policies, approve a management contract, or for other purposes.
Shareholders not attending these meetings are encouraged to vote by proxy.
Fidelity will mail proxy materials in advance, including a voting card and
information about the proposals to be voted on. The number of votes you are
entitled to is based upon the dollar value of your investment.
FMR AND ITS AFFILIATES
FIDELITY FACTS
Fidelity offers the broadest
selection of mutual funds
in the world.
(solid bullet) Number of Fidelity mutual
funds: over 210
(solid bullet) Assets in Fidelity mutual
funds: over $ 354 billion
(solid bullet) Number of shareholder
accounts: over 23 million
(solid bullet) Number of investment
analysts and portfolio
managers: over 200
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The funds are managed by FMR, which chooses their investments and handles
their business affairs.
David Murphy is manager and Vice President of Limited Term Municipal and
High Yield Tax-Free , which he has managed since December 1989 and
October 1995, respectively. Mr. Murphy also manages Spartan Municipal
Income and Advisor Intermediate Municipal Income. Previously, he managed
Spartan California Intermediate Municipal Income, Spartan
Short-Intermediate Municipal Income, Spartan Intermediate Municipal Income,
Spartan New Jersey Municipal Income, Spartan New York Intermediate
Municipal Income, and Advisor Short-Intermediate Municipal Income. Mr.
Murphy joined Fidelity in 1989.
Tanya Roy is manager of Aggressive Municipal, which she has managed
since October 1995. Ms. Roy also manages Advisor High Income Municipal and
Spartan Aggressive Municipal. Previously, she managed Municipal Bond and
was a municipal bond analyst. Ms. Roy joined Fidelity in 1989.
Fidelity investment personnel may invest in securities for their own
account pursuant to a code of ethics that establishes procedures for
personal investing and restricts certain transactions.
Fidelity Distributors Corporation (FDC) distributes and markets Fidelity's
funds and services. Fidelity Service Co. (FSC) performs transfer agent
servicing functions for the funds.
FMR Corp. is the ultimate parent company of FMR. Members of the Edward
C. Johnson 3d family are the predominant owners of a class of shares of
common stock representing approximately 49% of the voting power of FMR
Corp. Under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the 1940 Act), control of a
company is presumed where one individual or group of individuals owns more
than 25% of the voting stock of that company; therefore, the Johnson family
may be deemed under the 1940 Act to form a controlling group with respect
to FMR Corp.
UMB Bank, n.a., is each fund's transfer agent, although it employs FSC to
perform these functions for the funds. It is located at 1010 Grand Avenue,
Kansas City, Missouri.
To carry out the funds' transactions, FMR may use its broker-dealer
affiliates and other firms that sell fund shares, provided that a fund
receives services and commission rates comparable to those of other
broker-dealers.
INVESTMENT PRINCIPLES AND RISKS
LIMITED TERM MUNICIPAL seek s high current income that is free from
federal income tax, and preservation of capital, by focusing on municipal
securities rated at least Baa by Moody's or BBB by S&P, or, if unrated,
judged by FMR to be of equivalent quality. Although the fund can invest
in securities of any maturity, the fund maintains a dollar-weighted average
maturity of 12 years or less under normal conditions. FMR seeks to manage
the fund so that it generally reacts to changes in interest rates similarly
to municipal bonds with maturities between 7 and 10 years. As of December
31, 1995, the fund's dollar- weighted average maturity was approximately
7.8 years. FMR normally invests at least 80% of the fund's assets in
federally tax-free municipal securities.
If you are subject to the federal alternative minimum tax, you should note
that the fund may invest all of its assets in municipal securities
issued to finance private activities. The interest from these investments
is a tax-preference item for the purpose of the tax.
HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE seeks high current income that is free from federal
income tax by investing at least 65% of its total assets in high yielding
municipal securities, focusing on municipal bonds rated A or Baa by
Moody's, A or BBB by S&P, or, if unrated, judged by FMR to be of equivalent
quality. Although the fund can invest in securities of any maturity, FMR
seeks to manage the fund so that it generally reacts to changes in interest
rates similarly to municipal bonds with maturities between 8 and 18 years.
As of November 30, 1995, the fund's dollar- weighted average maturity was
14.6 years. FMR normally invests so that at least 80% of the fund's
income is free from federal income tax.
If you are subject to the federal alternative minimum tax, you should note
that the fund may invest up to 20% of its assets in municipal securities
issued to finance private activities. The interest from these investments
is a tax-preference item for the purpose of the tax.
AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL seeks high current income that is free from federal
income tax by normally investing at least 65% of its total assets in
securities rated A or lower by Moody's or S&P or, if unrated, judged by FMR
to be of equivalent quality. Since the fund can emphasize lower-quality
securities, FMR's research and analysis are an integral part of choosing
the fund's investments. Although the fund can invest in securities of
any maturity, FMR seeks to manage the fund so that it generally reacts to
changes in interest rates similarly to municipal bonds of comparable
quality with maturities between 12 and 20 years. As of December 31, 1995,
the fund's dollar-weighted average maturity was 17.5 years . FMR
normally invests at least 80% of the fund's assets in federally tax-free
municipal securities.
If you are subject to the federal alternative minimum tax, you should note
that the fund may invest all of its assets in municipal securities
issued to finance private activities. The interest from these investments
is a tax-preference item for the purpose of the tax.
The total return from a bond is a combination of income and price gains
or losses. While income is the most important component of bond returns
over time, a fund's emphasis on income does not mean that a fund invests
only in the highest-yielding bonds available, or that it can avoid risks to
principal. In selecting investments for the funds, FMR considers a bond's
income potential together with its potential for price gains or losses. FMR
focuses on assembling a portfolio of income-producing securities that it
believes will provide the best tradeoff between risk and return within the
range of securities that are eligible investments for the funds.
Each fund's yield and share price change daily and are based on changes in
interest rates, market conditions, other economic and political news, and
on the quality and maturity of their investments. In general, bond prices
rise when interest rates fall, and vice versa. This effect is usually more
pronounced for longer-term securities. Lower-quality securities offer
higher yields, but also carry more risk. FMR may use various investment
techniques to hedge a portion of the funds' risks, but there is no
guarantee that these strategies will work as intended. When you sell your
shares of the funds, they may be worth more or less than what you paid for
them.
FMR normally invests each fund's assets according to its investment
strategy and does not expect to invest in federally taxable obligations.
Each fund also reserves the right to invest without limitation in
short-term instruments, to hold a substantial amount of uninvested cash, or
to invest more than normally permitted in federally taxable obligations for
temporary, defensive purposes.
SECURITIES AND INVESTMENT PRACTICES
The following pages contain more detailed information about types of
instruments in which a fund may invest, strategies FMR may employ in
pursuit of a fund's investment objective, and a summary of related risks.
A ny restrictions listed supplement those discussed earlier in this
section. A complete listing of each fund's limitations and more
detailed information about the funds' investments are contained in the
funds' SAI. Policies and limitations are considered at the time of
purchase; the sale of instruments is not required in the event of a
subsequent change in circumstances.
FMR may not buy all of these instruments or use all of these techniques
unless it believes that they are consistent with a fund's investment
objective and policies and that doing so will help a fund achieve its
goal. Current holdings and recent investment strategies are described in
each fund's financial reports which are sent to shareholders twice a year.
For a free SAI or financial report, call 1-800-544-8888.
DEBT SECURITIES. Bonds and other debt instruments are used by issuers to
borrow money from investors. The issuer pays the investor a fixed or
variable rate of interest, and must repay the amount borrowed at maturity.
Some debt securities, such as zero coupon bonds, do not pay current
interest, but are purchased at a discount from their face values. In
general, bond prices rise when interest rates fall, and vice versa. Debt
securities have varying degrees of quality and varying levels of
sensitivity to changes in interest rates. Longer-term bonds are generally
more sensitive to interest rate changes than short-term bonds.
Lower-quality debt securities (sometimes called "municipal junk bonds") are
considered to have speculative characteristics, and involve greater risk of
default or price changes due to changes in the issuer's creditworthiness,
or they may already be in default. The market prices of these securities
may fluctuate more than higher-quality securities and may decline
significantly in periods of general or regional economic difficulty.
The following tables provide a summary of ratings assigned to debt holdings
(not including money market instruments) in High Yield Tax-Free's and
Aggressive Municipal's portfolios. These figures are dollar-weighted
averages of month-end portfolio holdings during fiscal 1995, and are
presented as a percentage of total security investments. These percentages
are historical and do not necessarily indicate a fund's current or future
debt holdings.
HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE
Fiscal 1995 Debt Holdings, by Rating MOODY'S STANDARD & POOR'S
INVESTORS SERVICE, INC.
Rating Average A Rating Averag
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INVESTMENT GRADE
Highest quality Aaa 27.0 % AAA 26.9 %
High quality Aa 13.5 % AA 15.6 %
Upper-medium grade A 16.5 % A 17.3 %
Medium grade Baa 12.8 % BBB 11.9 %
LOWER QUALITY
Moderately speculative Ba 5.7 % BB 5.9 %
Speculative B 0.7 % B 0.9 %
Highly speculative Caa 0.5 % CCC 0.2 %
Poor quality Ca 0.0 % CC 0.0 %
Lowest quality, no interest C C
In default, in arrears -- D 0.0 %
76.7 % 78.7 %
RESTRICTIONS: Purchase of a debt security is consistent with a fund's debt
quality policy if it is rated at or above the stated level by Moody's or
rated in the equivalent categories by S&P, or is unrated but judged to be
of equivalent quality by FMR. Limited Term Municipal currently
intends to limit its investments in debt securities to those of Baa-quality
or above, and currently intends to limit its investments in debt
securities of Baa-qualit y to 25% of its assets. High Yield
Tax-Free currently intends to limit its investments in lower than
Baa-quality debt securities to 25% of its total assets and in lower than
Ba-quality debt securities to 10% of its total assets. Aggressive Municipal
does not currently intend to invest more than 10% of its total assets in
bonds that are in default.
MUNICIPAL SECURITIES are issued to raise money for a variety of public or
private purposes, including general financing for state and local
governments, or financing for specific projects or public facilities. They
may be issued in anticipation of future revenues and may be backed by the
full taxing power of a municipality, the revenues from a specific project,
or the credit of a private organization. The value of some or all
municipal securities may be affected by uncertainties in the municipal
market related to legislation or litigation involving the taxation of
municipal securities or the rights of municipal securities holders. A
fund may own a municipal security directly or through a participation
interest.
AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL
Fiscal 1995 Debt Holdings, by Rating MOODY'S STANDARD & POOR'S
INVESTORS SERVICE, INC.
Rating Average A Rating Averag
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INVESTMENT GRADE
Highest quality Aaa AAA
High quality Aa 34.2 % AA 34.4 %
Upper-medium grade A A
Medium grade Baa 20.1 % BBB 13.8 %
LOWER QUALITY
Moderately speculative Ba 5.8 % BB 7.5 %
Speculative B 1.2 % B 0.4 %
Highly speculative Caa 0.4 % CCC 0.5 %
Poor quality Ca 0.0 % CC 0.0 %
Lowest quality, no interest C C
In default, in arrears -- D 0.2 %
61.7 % 56.8 %
ATHE DOLLAR-WEIGHTED AVERAGE OF DEBT SECURITIES NOT RATED BY MOODY'S OR
S&P AMOUNTED TO 9.0 % FOR HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE AND 30.5 % FOR
AGGRESSIVE
MUNICIPAL. THIS MAY INCLUDE SECURITIES RATED BY OTHER NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
RATING SERVICES, AS WELL AS UNRATED SECURITIES. FMR HAS DETERMINED THAT
UNRATED SECURITIES THAT ARE LOWER QUALITY ACCOUNT FOR 7.8 % OF HIGH
YIELD
TAX-FREE'S AND 27.9 % OF AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL'S TOTAL SECURITIES
INVESTMENTS. REFER TO THE FUNDS' STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR A
MORE COMPLETE DISCUSSION OF THESE RATINGS.
ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES include interests in pools o f purchase
contracts, financing leases, or sales agreements entered into by
municipalities. These securities usually rely on continued payments by a
municipality, and may also be subject to prepayment risk.
VARIABLE AND FLOATING RATE SECURITIES have interest rates that are
periodically adjusted either at specific intervals or whenever a benchmark
rate changes. Inverse floaters have interest rates that move in the
opposite direction from a benchmark, making the securit y's market
value more volatile.
MUNICIPAL LEASE OBLIGATIONS are used by municipalities to acquire land,
equipment, or facilities. If the municipality stops making payments or
transfers its obligations to a private entity, the obligation could lose
value or become taxable.
OTHER MUNICIPAL SECURITIES may include obligations of U.S. territories and
possessions such as Guam, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico, and their
political subdivisions and public corporations.
PUT FEATURES entitle the holder to put (sell back) a security to the
issuer or a financial intermediary. In exchange for this benefit, a fund
may pay periodic fees or accept a lower interest rate. Demand features and
standby commitments are types of put features.
PRIVATE ENTITIES may be involved in some municipal securities. For example,
industrial revenue bonds are backed by private entities, and resource
recovery bonds often involve private corporations. The viability of a
project or tax incentives could affect the value and credit quality of
these securities.
ADJUSTING INVESTMENT EXPOSURE. A fund can use various techniques to
increase or decrease its exposure to changing security prices, interest
rates, or other factors that affect security values. These techniques may
involve derivative transactions such as buying and selling options and
futures contracts and purchasing indexed securities.
FMR can use these practices to adjust the risk and return characteristics
of a fund's portfolio of investments. If FMR judges market conditions
incorrectly or employs a strategy that does not correlate well with the
fund's investments, these techniques could result in a loss, regardless of
whether the intent was to reduce risk or increase return. These techniques
may increase the volatility of the fund and may involve a small investment
of cash relative to the magnitude of the risk assumed. In addition, these
techniques could result in a loss if the counterparty to the transaction
does not perform as promised.
ILLIQUID AND RESTRICTED SECURITIES. Some investments may be determined by
FMR, under the supervision of the Board of Trustees, to be illiquid, which
means that they may be difficult to sell promptly at an acceptable price.
The sale of some illiquid securities and some other securities may
be subject to legal restrictions. Difficulty in selling securities may
result in a loss or may be costly to a fund.
RESTRICTIONS: A fund may not purchase a security if, as a result, more than
10% of its assets would be invested in illiquid securities.
WHEN-ISSUED AND DELAYED-DELIVERY TRANSACTIONS are trading practices in
which payment and delivery for the securities take place at a future date.
The market value of a security could change during this period, which could
affect a fund's yield.
DIVERSIFICATION. Diversifying a fund's investment portfolio can reduce the
risks of investing. This may include limiting the amount of money invested
in any one issuer or, on a broader scale, in any one industry or type of
project. Economic, business, or political changes can affect all securities
of a similar type.
RESTRICTIONS: With respect to 75% of its total assets, a fund may not
invest more than 5% of its total assets in any one issuer. These
limitations do not apply to U.S. government securities. A fund may invest
more than 25% of its total assets in tax-free securities that finance
similar types of projects.
BORROWING. A fund may borrow from banks or from other funds advised by FMR,
or through reverse repurchase agreements. If a fund borrows money, its
share price may be subject to greater fluctuation until the borrowing is
paid off. If the fund makes additional investments while borrowings are
outstanding, this may be considered a form of leverage.
RESTRICTIONS: A fund may borrow only for temporary or emergency purposes,
but not in an amount exceeding 33% of its total assets.
FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT POLICIES AND RESTRICTIONS
Some of the policies and restrictions discussed on the preceding pages are
fundamental, that is, subject to change only by shareholder approval. The
following paragraphs restate all those that are fundamental. All policies
stated throughout this prospectus, other than those identified in the
following paragraphs, can be changed without shareholder approval.
LIMITED TERM MUNICIPAL seeks t he highest level of income exempt from
federal income tax that can be obtained, consistent with the preservation
of capital, from a diversified portfolio of investment-grade obligations.
The fund will normally invest so that at least 80% of its assets are
invested in municipal securities whose interest is free from federal income
tax.
HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE seeks to provide a high current yield exempt from
federal income tax. The fund will normally invest so that at least 80% of
its income is exempt from federal income tax.
AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL s eeks to provide a high current yield, exempt
from federal income tax, by investing primarily in medium and lower quality
municipal bonds. The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its assets
in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from federal tax.
Each Fund, with respect to 75% of total assets, may not invest more than 5%
of its total assets in any one issuer. Each may not invest more than 25% of
its total assets in any one industry. The funds may borrow only for
temporary or emergency purposes, but not in an amount exceeding 33% of its
total assets.
BREAKDOWN OF EXPENSES
Like all mutual funds, the funds pay fees related to their daily
operations. Expenses paid out of a fund's assets are reflected in its share
price or dividends; they are neither billed directly to shareholders nor
deducted from shareholder accounts.
Each fund pays a MANAGEMENT FEE to FMR for managing its investments and
business affairs. Each fund also pays OTHER EXPENSES, which are explained
on the following page .
FMR may, from time to time, agree to reimburse the funds for management
fees and other expenses above a specified limit. FMR retains the ability to
be repaid by a fund if expenses fall below the specified limit prior to the
end of the fiscal year. Reimbursement arrangements, which may be terminated
at any time without notice, can decrease a fund's expenses and boost its
performance.
MANAGEMENT FEE
The management fee is calculated and paid to FMR every month.
LIMITED TERM MUNICIPAL'S mana gement fee is calculated at an annual
rate of .10% of the fund's average net assets plus 5% of gross income.
The total management fee for fiscal 1995 was .39 %.
HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE'S AND AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL'S m anagement fee is
calculated by adding a group fee rate to an individual fund fee rate, and
multiplying the result by the fund's average net assets.
The group fee rate is based on the average net assets of all the mutual
funds advised by FMR. This rate cannot rise above .37%, and it drops as
total assets under management increase.
For December 1995, the group fee rate was .1482%. The individual fund
fee rate is .25% for High Yield Tax-Free and .30% for Aggressive Municipal.
The total management fee rates for fiscal 1995 for High Yield Tax-Free and
Aggressive Municipal were .40% and .45%, respectively.
OTHER EXPENSES
While the management fee is a significant component of the funds' annual
operating costs, the funds have other expenses as well.
FSC performs many transaction and accounting functions. These services
include processing shareholder transactions, valuing each fund's
investments, and handling securities loans. In fiscal 1995, FSC received
fees equal to .15 %, .16 % and .17 %,
respectively, of Limited Term Municipal Income Fund , High Yield
Tax-Free Fund's and Aggressive Municipal Fund's av erage net
assets.
The funds also pay other expenses, such as legal, audit, and custodian
fees; proxy solicitation costs; and the compensation of trustees who are
not affiliated with Fidelity.
Each fund has adopted a Distribution and Service Plan. These plans
recognize that FMR may use its resources, including management fees, to pay
expenses associated with the sale of fund shares. This may include payments
to third parties, such as banks or broker-dealers, that provide shareholder
support services or engage in the sale of the fund's shares. It is
important to note, however, that the funds do not pay FMR any separate fees
for this service.
For fiscal 1995, the portfolio turnover rates f or Limited Term
Municipal Income Fund, High Yield Tax-Free Fund, and Aggressive
Muni cipal Fund were 31 %, 50 %, and 39 %,
respectively. These rates vary from year to year.
YOUR ACCOUNT
DOING BUSINESS WITH FIDELITY
Fidelity Investments was established in 1946 to manage one of America's
first mutual funds. Today, Fidelity is the largest mutual fund company in
the country, and is known as an innovative provider of high-quality
financial services to individuals and institutions.
In addition to its mutual fund business, the company operates one of
America's leading discount brokerage firms, Fidelity Brokerage Services,
Inc. (FBSI). Fidelity is also a leader in providing tax-sheltered
retirement plans for individuals investing on their own or through their
employer.
Fidelity is committed to providing investors with practical information to
make investment decisions. Based in Boston, Fidelity provides customers
with complete service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, through a network of
telephone service centers around the country.
To reach Fidelity for general information, call these numbers:
(small solid bullet) For mutual funds, 1-800-544-8888
(small solid bullet) For brokerage, 1-800-544-7272
If you would prefer to speak with a representative in person, Fidelity has
over 80 walk-in Investor Centers across the country.
TYPES OF ACCOUNTS
You may set up an account directly in a fund or, if you own or intend to
purchase individual securities as part of your total investment portfolio,
you may consider investing in a fund through a brokerage account.
If you are investing through FBSI or another financial institution or
investment professional, refer to its program materials for any special
provisions regarding your investment in the fund.
The different ways to set up (register) your account with Fidelity are
listed in the table that follows.
WAYS TO SET UP YOUR ACCOUNT
INDIVIDUAL OR JOINT TENANT
FOR YOUR GENERAL INVESTMENT NEEDS
Individual accounts are owned by one person. Joint accounts can have two or
more owners (tenants).
GIFTS OR TRANSFERS TO A MINOR (UGMA, UTMA)
TO INVEST FOR A CHILD'S EDUCATION OR OTHER FUTURE NEEDS
These custodial accounts provide a way to give money to a child and obtain
tax benefits. An individual can give up to $10,000 a year per child without
paying federal gift tax. Depending on state laws, you can set up a
custodial account under the Uniform Gifts to Minors Act (UGMA) or the
Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (UTMA).
TRUST
FOR MONEY BEING INVESTED BY A TRUST
The trust must be established before an account can be opened.
BUSINESS OR ORGANIZATION
FOR INVESTMENT NEEDS OF CORPORATIONS, ASSOCIATIONS, PARTNERSHIPS, OR OTHER
GROUPS
Requires a special application.
HOW TO BUY SHARES
EACH FUND'S SHARE PRICE, called net asset value (NAV), is calculated every
business day. Each fund's shares are sold without a sales charge.
Shares are purchased at the next share price calculated after your
investment is received and accepted. Share price is normally calculated at
4 p.m. Eastern time.
IF YOU ARE NEW TO FIDELITY, complete and sign an account application and
mail it along with your check. You may also open your account in person or
by wire as described on page . If there is no application accompanying this
prospectus, call 1-800-544-8888.
IF YOU ALREADY HAVE MONEY INVESTED IN A FIDELITY FUND, you can:
(small solid bullet) Mail in an application with a check, or
(small solid bullet) Open your account by exchanging from another Fidelity
fund.
If you buy shares by check or Fidelity Money Line(registered trademark),
and then sell those shares by any method other than by exchange to another
Fidelity fund, the payment may be delayed for up to seven business days to
ensure that your previous investment has cleared.
MINIMUM INVESTMENTS
TO OPEN AN ACCOUNT $2,500
TO ADD TO AN ACCOUNT $250
Through automatic investment plans $100
MINIMUM BALANCE $1,000
These minimums may vary for investments through Fidelity Portfolio
Advisory Services or a Fidelity Payroll Deduction Program account in
Limited Term Municipal. Refer to the program materials for details.
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with the same with the same
registration, including registration, including
name, address, and name, address, and
taxpayer ID number. taxpayer ID number.
(small solid bullet) Use Fidelity Money
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application. Make your payable to the complete
check payable to the name of the fund.
complete name of the Indicate your fund
fund of your choice. account number on
Mail to the address your check and mail to
indicated on the the address printed on
application. your account statement.
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and check to a Fidelity Fidelity Investor Center.
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Wire (wire_graphic) (small solid bullet) Call 1-800-544-7777 to (small solid bullet) Wire to:
set up your account Bankers Trust
and to arrange a wire Company,
transaction. Bank Routing
(small solid bullet) Wire within 24 hours to: #021001033,
Bankers Trust Account #00163053.
Company, Specify the complete
Bank Routing name of the fund and
#021001033, include your account
Account #00163053. number and your
Specify the complete name.
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1-800-544-6666 to add
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HOW TO SELL SHARES
You can arrange to take money out of your fund account at any time by
selling (redeeming) some or all of your shares. Your shares will be sold at
the next share price calculated after your order is received and accepted.
Share price is normally calculated at 4 p.m. Eastern time.
IF YOU ARE SELLING SOME BUT NOT ALL OF YOUR SHARES, leave at least $1,000
worth of shares in the account to keep it open.
TO SELL SHARES BY BANK WIRE OR FIDELITY MONEY LINE, you will need to sign
up for these services in advance.
CERTAIN REQUESTS MUST INCLUDE A SIGNATURE GUARANTEE. It is designed to
protect you and Fidelity from fraud. Your request must be made in writing
and include a signature guarantee if any of the following situations apply:
(small solid bullet) You wish to redeem more than $100,000 worth of shares,
(small solid bullet) Your account registration has changed within the last
30 days,
(small solid bullet) The check is being mailed to a different address than
the one on your account (record address),
(small solid bullet) The check is being made payable to someone other than
the account owner, or
(small solid bullet) The redemption proceeds are being transferred to a
Fidelity account with a different registration.
You should be able to obtain a signature guarantee from a bank, broker
(including Fidelity Investor Centers), dealer, credit union (if authorized
under state law), securities exchange or association, clearing agency, or
savings association. A notary public cannot provide a signature guarantee.
SELLING SHARES IN WRITING
Write a "letter of instruction" with:
(small solid bullet) Your name,
(small solid bullet) The fund's name,
(small solid bullet) Your fund account number,
(small solid bullet) The dollar amount or number of shares to be redeemed,
and
(small solid bullet) Any other applicable requirements listed in the table
that follows.
Unless otherwise instructed, Fidelity will send a check to the record
address. Deliver your letter to a Fidelity Investor Center, or mail it to:
Fidelity Investments
P.O. Box 660602
Dallas, TX 75266-0602
CHECKWRITING
If you have a checkbook for your acco unt i n Limited Term Municipal
Income Fund or High Yield Tax-Free Fund, yo u may write an unlimited
number of checks. Do not, however, try to close out your account by check.
ACCOUNT TYPE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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Phone 1-800-544-777 (phone_graphic) All account types (small solid bullet) Maximum check request:
$100,000.
(small solid bullet) For Money Line transfers to
your bank account; minimum:
$10; maximum: $100,000.
(small solid bullet) You may exchange to other
Fidelity funds if both
accounts are registered with
the same name(s), address,
and taxpayer ID number.
Mail or in Person (mail_graphic)(hand_graphic) Individual, Joint (small solid bullet) The letter of instruction must
Tenant, be signed by all persons
Sole Proprietorship required to sign for
, UGMA, UTMA transactions, exactly as their
Trust names appear on the
account.
(small solid bullet) The trustee must sign the
letter indicating capacity as
Business or trustee. If the trustee's name
Organization is not in the account
registration, provide a copy of
the trust document certified
within the last 60 days.
(small solid bullet) At least one person
Executor, authorized by corporate
Administrator, resolution to act on the
Conservator, account must sign the letter.
Guardian (small solid bullet) Include a corporate
resolution with corporate seal
or a signature guarantee.
(small solid bullet) Call 1-800-544-6666 for
instructions.
Wire (wire_graphic) All account types (small solid bullet) You must sign up for the wire
feature before using it. To
verify that it is in place, call
1-800-544-6666. Minimum
wire: $5,000.
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must be received by Fidelity
before 4 p.m. Eastern time
for money to be wired on the
next business day.
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INVESTOR SERVICES
Fidelity provides a variety of services to help you manage your account.
INFORMATION SERVICES
FIDELITY'S TELEPHONE REPRESENTATIVES are available 24 hours a day, 365 days
a year. Whenever you call, you can speak with someone equipped to provide
the information or service you need.
24-HOUR SERVICE
ACCOUNT ASSISTANCE
1-800-544-6666
ACCOUNT BALANCES
1-800-544-7544
ACCOUNT TRANSACTIONS
1-800-544-7777
PRODUCT INFORMATION
1-800-544-8888
QUOTES
1-800-544-8544
RETIREMENT ACCOUNT
ASSISTANCE
1-800-544-4774
AUTOMATED SERVICE
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STATEMENTS AND REPORTS that Fidelity sends to you include the following:
(small solid bullet) Confirmation statements (after every transaction,
except reinvestments, that affects your account balance or your account
registration)
(small solid bullet) Account statements (quarterly)
(small solid bullet) Financial reports (every six months)
To reduce expenses, only one copy of most financial reports will be mailed
to your household, even if you have more than one account in the fund. Call
1-800-544-6666 if you need copies of financial reports or historical
account information.
TRANSACTION SERVICES
EXCHANGE PRIVILEGE. You may sell your fund shares and buy shares of other
Fidelity funds by telephone or in writing.
Note that exchanges out of a fund are limited to four per calendar year,
and that they may have tax consequences for you. For details on policies
and restrictions governing exchanges, including circumstances under which a
shareholder's exchange privilege may be suspended or revoked, see page .
SYSTEMATIC WITHDRAWAL PLANS let you set up periodic redemptions from your
account.
FIDELITY MONEY LINE(registered trademark) enables you to transfer money by
phone between your bank account and your fund account. Most transfers are
complete within three business days of your call.
REGULAR INVESTMENT PLANS
One easy way to pursue your financial goals is to invest money regularly.
Fidelity offers convenient services that let you transfer money into your
fund account, or between fund accounts, automatically. While regular
investment plans do not guarantee a profit and will not protect you against
loss in a declining market, they can be an excellent way to invest for a
home, educational expenses, and other long-term financial goals.
REGULAR INVESTMENT PLANS
FIDELITY AUTOMATIC ACCOUNT BUILDERSM
TO MOVE MONEY FROM YOUR BANK ACCOUNT TO A FIDELITY FUND
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MINIMUM FREQUENCY SETTING UP OR CHANGING
$100 Monthly or (small solid bullet) For a new account, complete the
quarterly appropriate section on the fund
application.
(small solid bullet) For existing accounts, call
1-800-544-6666 for an application.
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your investment, call 1-800-544-6666 at
least three business days prior to your
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DIRECT DEPOSIT
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MINIMUM FREQUENCY SETTING UP OR CHANGING
$100 Every pay (small solid bullet) Check the appropriate box on the fund
period application, or call 1-800-544-6666 for an
authorization form.
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form.
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$100 Monthly, (small solid bullet) To establish, call 1-800-544-6666 after
bimonthly, both accounts are opened.
quarterly, or (small solid bullet) To change the amount or frequency of
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A BECAUSE THEIR SHARE PRICES FLUCTUATE, THESE FUNDS MAY NOT BE APPROPRIATE
CHOICES FOR DIRECT DEPOSIT OF YOUR ENTIRE CHECK.
SHAREHOLDER AND ACCOUNT POLICIES
DIVIDENDS, CAPITAL GAINS, AND TAXES
Each fund distributes substantially all of its net investment income and
capital gains to shareholders each year. Income dividends are declared
daily and paid monthly. Capital gains are normally distributed in January
and December for High Yield Tax-Free and in February and December for
Limited Term Municipal and Aggressive Municipal .
DISTRIBUTION OPTIONS
When you open an account, specify on your application how you want to
receive your distributions. If the option you prefer is not listed on the
application, call 1-800-544-6666 for instructions. Each fund offers four
options:
1. REINVESTMENT OPTION. Your dividend and capital gain distributions will
be automatically reinvested in additional shares of the fund. If you do not
indicate a choice on your application, you will be assigned this option.
2. INCOME-EARNED OPTION. Your capital gain distributions will be
automatically reinvested, but you will be sent a check for each dividend
distribution.
3. CASH OPTION. You will be sent a check for your dividend and capital gain
distributions.
4. DIRECTED DIVIDENDS(registered trademark) OPTION. Your dividend and
capital gain distributions will be automatically invested in another
identically registered Fidelity fund.
Dividends will be reinvested at the fund's NAV on the last day of the
month. Capital gain distributions will be reinvested at the NAV as of the
date the fund deducts the distribution from its NAV. The mailing of
distribution checks will begin within seven days, or longer for a December
ex-dividend date.
UNDERSTANDING
DISTRIBUTIONS
As a fund shareholder, you
are entitled to your share of
the fund's net income and
gains on its investments. The
fund passes its earnings
along to its investors as
DISTRIBUTIONS.
Each fund earns interest from
its investments. These are
passed along as DIVIDEND
DISTRIBUTIONS. The fund may
realize capital gains if it sells
securities for a higher price
than it paid for them. These
are passed along as CAPITAL
GAIN DISTRIBUTIONS.
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TAXES
As with any investment, you should consider how an investment in a tax-free
fund could affect you. Below are some of the funds' tax implications.
TAXES ON DISTRIBUTIONS. Interest income that a fund earns is distributed to
shareholders as income dividends. Interest that is federally tax-free
remains tax-free when it is distributed.
However, gain on the sale of tax-free bonds results in taxable
distributions. Short-term capital gains and a portion of the gain on bonds
purchased at a discount are taxed as dividends. Long-term capital gain
distributions are taxed as long-term capital gains. These distributions are
taxable when they are paid, whether you take them in cash or reinvest them.
However, distributions declared in December and paid in January are taxable
as if they were paid on December 31. Fidelity will send you and the IRS a
statement showing the tax status of the distributions paid to you in the
previous year.
The interest from some municipal securities is subject to the federal
alternative minimum tax. Limited Term Municipal and Aggressive Municipal
may invest up to 100% of their assets in these securities. High Yield
Tax-Free may invest a portion of its assets in these securities.
Individuals who are subject to the tax must report this interest on their
tax returns.
A portion of a fund's dividends may be free from state or local taxes.
Income from investments in your state are often tax-free to you. Each year,
Fidelity will send you a breakdown of your fund's income from each state to
help you calculate your taxes.
During fiscal 19 95, 100 % of each fund's income dividends was
free from federal income tax and 18.5 %, 6.9 %, and
0 % of Aggressive Municipal Fund's , High Yield Tax-Free
Fund's, a nd Limited Term Municipal Incom e Fund's income
dividends, respectively, were subject to the federal alternative minimum
tax.
TAXES ON TRANSACTIONS. Your redemptions - including exchanges to other
Fidelity funds - are subject to capital gains tax. A capital gain or loss
is the difference between the cost of your shares and the price you receive
when you sell them.
Whenever you sell shares of a fund, Fidelity will send you a confirmation
statement showing how many shares you sold and at what price. You will also
receive a consolidated transaction statement every January. However, it is
up to you or your tax preparer to determine whether this sale resulted in a
capital gain and, if so, the amount of tax to be paid. Be sure to keep your
regular account statements; the information they contain will be essential
in calculating the amount of your capital gains.
"BUYING A DIVIDEND." If you buy shares just before a fund deducts a capital
gain distribution from its NAV, you will pay the full price for the shares
and then receive a portion of the price back in the form of a taxable
distribution.
TRANSACTION DETAILS
THE FUNDS ARE OPEN FOR BUSINESS each day the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)
is open. Fidelity normally calculates each fund's NAV as of the close of
business of the NYSE, normally 4 p.m. Eastern time.
EACH FUND'S NAV is the value of a single share. The NAV is computed by
adding the value of the fund's investments, cash, and other assets,
subtracting its liabilities, and then dividing the result by the number of
shares outstanding.
Each fund's assets are valued primarily on the basis of market quotations,
if available. Since market quotations are often unavailable, assets are
usually valued by a method that the Board of Trustees believes accurately
reflects fair value.
EACH FUND'S OFFERING PRICE (price to buy one share) and REDEMPTION PRICE
(price to sell one share) are its NAV.
WHEN YOU SIGN YOUR ACCOUNT APPLICATION, you will be asked to certify that
your Social Security or taxpayer identification number is correct and that
you are not subject to 31% backup withholding for failing to report income
to the IRS. If you violate IRS regulations, the IRS can require a fund to
withhold 31% of your taxable distributions and redemptions.
YOU MAY INITIATE MANY TRANSACTIONS BY TELEPHONE. Fidelity may only be
liable for losses resulting from unauthorized transactions if it does not
follow reasonable procedures designed to verify the identity of the caller.
Fidelity will request personalized security codes or other information, and
may also record calls. You should verify the accuracy of your confirmation
statements immediately after you receive them. If you do not want the
ability to redeem and exchange by telephone, call Fidelity for
instructions.
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO REACH FIDELITY BY PHONE (for example, during periods
of unusual market activity), consider placing your order by mail or by
visiting a Fidelity Investor Center.
EACH FUND RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SUSPEND THE OFFERING OF SHARES for a period
of time. Each fund also reserves the right to reject any specific purchase
order, including certain purchases by exchange. See "Exchange Restrictions"
on page . Purchase orders may be refused if, in FMR's opinion, they would
disrupt management of a fund.
WHEN YOU PLACE AN ORDER TO BUY SHARES, your order will be processed at the
next offering price calculated after your order is received and accepted.
Note the following:
(small solid bullet) All of your purchases must be made in U.S. dollars and
checks must be drawn on U.S. banks.
(small solid bullet) Fidelity does not accept cash.
(small solid bullet) When making a purchase with more than one check, each
check must have a value of at least $50.
(small solid bullet) Each fund reserves the right to limit the number of
checks processed at one time.
(small solid bullet) If your check does not clear, your purchase will be
cancelled and you could be liable for any losses or fees a fund or its
transfer agent has incurred.
(small solid bullet) You begin to earn dividends as of the first business
day following the day of your purchase.
TO AVOID THE COLLECTION PERIOD associated with check and Money Line
purchases, consider buying shares by bank wire, U.S. Postal money order,
U.S. Treasury check, Federal Reserve check, or direct deposit instead.
YOU MAY BUY OR SELL SHARES OF THE FUNDS THROUGH A BROKER, who may charge
you a fee for this service. If you invest through a broker or other
institution, read its program materials for any additional service features
or fees that may apply.
CERTAIN FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS that have entered into sales agreements with
FDC may enter confirmed purchase orders on behalf of customers by phone,
with payment to follow no later than the time when a fund is priced on the
following business day. If payment is not received by that time, the
financial institution could be held liable for resulting fees or losses.
WHEN YOU PLACE AN ORDER TO SELL SHARES, your shares will be sold at the
next NAV calculated after your request is received and accepted. Note the
following:
(small solid bullet) Normally, redemption proceeds will be mailed to you on
the next business day, but if making immediate payment could adversely
affect a fund, it may take up to seven days to pay you.
(small solid bullet) Shares will earn dividends through the date of
redemption; however, shares redeemed on a Friday or prior to a holiday will
continue to earn dividends until the next business day.
(small solid bullet) Fidelity Money Line redemptions generally will be
credited to your bank account on the second or third business day after
your phone call.
(small solid bullet) Each fund may hold payment on redemptions until it is
reasonably satisfied that investments made by check or Fidelity Money Line
have been collected, which can take up to seven business days.
(small solid bullet) Redemptions may be suspended or payment dates
postponed when the NYSE is closed (other than weekends or holidays), when
trading on the NYSE is restricted, or as permitted by the SEC.
(small solid bullet) If you sell shares by writing a check and the amount
of the check is greater than the value of your account, your check will be
returned to you and you may be subject to additional charges.
THE REDEMPTION FEE for Aggressive Municipal, if applicable, will be
deducted from the amount of your redemption. This fee is paid to the fund
rather than FMR, and it does not apply to shares that were acquired through
reinvestment of distributions. If shares you are redeeming were not all
held for the same length of time, those shares you held longest will be
redeemed first for purposes of determining whether the fee applies.
FIDELITY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DEDUCT AN ANNUAL MAINTENANCE FEE of $12.00
from accounts with a value of less than $2,500, subject to an annual
maximum charge of $60.00 per shareholder. It is expected that accounts will
be valued on the second Friday in November of each year. Accounts opened
after September 30 will not be subject to the fee for that year. The fee,
which is payable to the transfer agent, is designed to offset in part the
relatively higher costs of servicing smaller accounts. The fee will not be
deducted from retirement accounts (except non-prototype retirement
accounts), accounts using regular investment plans, or if total assets in
Fidelity funds exceed $50,000. Eligibility for the $50,000 waiver is
determined by aggregating Fidelity mutual fund accounts maintained by FSC
or FBSI which are registered under the same social security number or which
list the same social security number for the custodian of a Uniform
Gifts/Transfers to Minors Act account.
IF YOUR ACCOUNT BALANCE FALLS BELOW $1,000, you will be given 30 days'
notice to reestablish the minimum balance. If you do not increase your
balance, Fidelity reserves the right to close your account and send the
proceeds to you. Your shares will be redeemed at the NAV on the day your
account is closed.
FIDELITY MAY CHARGE A FEE FOR SPECIAL SERVICES, such as providing
historical account documents, that are beyond the normal scope of its
services.
FDC may, at its own expense, provide promotional incentives to qualified
recipients who support the sale of shares of the funds without
reimbursement from the funds. Qualified recipients are securities dealers
who have sold fund shares or others, including banks and other financial
institutions, under special arrangements in connection with FDC's sales
activities. In some instances, these incentives may be offered only to
certain institutions whose representatives provide services in connection
with the sale or expected sale of significant amounts of shares.
EXCHANGE RESTRICTIONS
As a shareholder, you have the privilege of exchanging shares of a fund for
shares of other Fidelity funds. However, you should note the following:
(small solid bullet) The fund you are exchanging into must be registered
for sale in your state.
(small solid bullet) You may only exchange between accounts that are
registered in the same name, address, and taxpayer identification number.
(small solid bullet) Before exchanging into a fund, read its prospectus.
(small solid bullet) If you exchange into a fund with a sales charge, you
pay the percentage-point difference between that fund's sales charge and
any sales charge you have previously paid in connection with the shares you
are exchanging. For example, if you had already paid a sales charge of 2%
on your shares and you exchange them into a fund with a 3% sales charge,
you would pay an additional 1% sales charge.
(small solid bullet) Exchanges may have tax consequences for you.
(small solid bullet) Because excessive trading can hurt fund performance
and shareholders, each fund reserves the right to temporarily or
permanently terminate the exchange privilege of any investor who makes more
than four exchanges out of the fund per calendar year. Accounts under
common ownership or control, including accounts with the same taxpayer
identification number, will be counted together for purposes of the four
exchange limit.
(small solid bullet) Each fund reserves the right to refuse exchange
purchases by any person or group if, in FMR's judgment, the fund would be
unable to invest the money effectively in accordance with its investment
objective and policies, or would otherwise potentially be adversely
affected.
(small solid bullet) Your exchanges may be restricted or refused if a fund
receives or anticipates simultaneous orders affecting significant portions
of the fund's assets. In particular, a pattern of exchanges that coincides
with a "market timing" strategy may be disruptive to a fund.
Although the funds will attempt to give you prior notice whenever they are
reasonably able to do so, they may impose these restrictions at any time.
The funds reserve the right to terminate or modify the exchange privilege
in the future.
OTHER FUNDS MAY HAVE DIFFERENT EXCHANGE RESTRICTIONS, and may impose
administrative fees of up to $7.50 and redemption fees of up to 1.50% on
exchanges. Check each fund's prospectus for details.
This prospectus is printed on recycled paper using soy-based inks.
FIDELITY'S MUNICIPAL FUNDS
FIDELITY LIMITED TERM MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
A FUND OF FIDELITY SCHOOL STREET TRUST
FIDELITY HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE FUND
A FUND OF FIDELITY COURT STREET TRUST
FIDELITY AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL FUND
A FUND OF FIDELITY MUNICIPAL TRUST
STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FEBRUARY 20, 1996
This Statement is not a prospectus but should be read in conjunction with
the funds' current Prospectus (dated February 20, 1996). Please retain this
document for future reference. The funds' financial statements and
financial highlights included in the Annual Reports, for the fiscal years
ended November 30, 1995 (Fidelity High Yield Tax-Free Fund), and December
31, 1995 (Fidelity Aggressive Municipal Fund and Fidelity Limited Term
Municipal Income Fund), are incorporated herein by reference. To obtain
additional copies of the Prospectus or an Annual Report, please call
Fidelity Distributors Corporation at 1-800-544-8888.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
Investment Policies and Limitations
Portfolio Transactions
Valuation of Portfolio Securities
Performance
Additional Purchase and Redemption Information
Distributions and Taxes
FMR
Trustees and Officers
Management Contracts
Distribution and Service Plans
Contracts with FMR Affiliates
Description of the Trust
Financial Statements
Appendix
INVESTMENT ADVISER
Fidelity Management & Research Company (FMR)
DISTRIBUTOR
Fidelity Distributors Corporation (FDC)
TRANSFER AGENT
UMB Bank, n.a. (UMB)
Fidelity Service Company (FSC)
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INVESTMENT POLICIES AND LIMITATIONS
The following policies and limitations supplement those set forth in the
Prospectus. Unless otherwise noted, whenever an investment policy or
limitation states a maximum percentage of a fund's assets that may be
invested in any security or other asset, or sets forth a policy regarding
quality standards, such standard or percentage limitation will be
determined immediately after and as a result of the fund's acquisition of
such security or other asset. Accordingly, any subsequent change in values,
net assets, or other circumstances will not be considered when determining
whether the investment complies with the fund's investment policies and
limitations.
Each fund's fundamental investment policies and limitations cannot be
changed without approval by a "majority of the outstanding voting
securities" (as defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940) of the fund.
However, with respect to Aggressive Municipal and High Yield Tax-Free,
except for the fundamental investment limitations listed below the
investment policies and limitations described in this Statement of
Additional Information are not fundamental and may be changed without
shareholder approval.
INVESTMENT LIMIT ATIO NS OF FIDELITY LIMITED TERM MUNICIPAL INCOME
FUND
(LIMITE D T ERM MUNICIPAL)
THE FOLLOWING ARE THE FUND'S FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS SET FORTH
IN THEIR ENTIRETY. THE FUND MAY NOT:
(1) with respect to 75% of the fund's total assets, purchase the securities
of any issuer (other than securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S.
government or any of its agencies or instrumentalities) if, as a result,
(a) more than 5% of the fund's total assets would be invested in the
securities of that issuer, or (b) the fund would hold more than 10% of the
outstanding voting securities of that issuer;
(2) issue senior securities, except as permitted under the Investment
Company Act of 1940;
(3) borrow money, except that the fund may borrow money for temporary or
emergency purposes (not for leveraging or investment) in an amount not
exceeding 33 1/3% of its total assets (including the amount borrowed) less
liabilities (other than borrowings). Any borrowings that come to exceed
this amount will be reduced within three days (not including Sundays and
holidays) to the extent necessary to comply with the 33 1/3% limitation;
(4) underwrite securities issued by others, except to the extent that the
fund may be considered an underwriter within the meaning of the Securities
Act of 1933 in the disposition of restricted securities;
(5) purchase the securities of any issuer (other than securities issued or
guaranteed by the U.S. government or any of its agencies or
instrumentalities, or tax-exempt obligations issued or guaranteed by a U.S.
territory or possession or a state or local government, or a political
subdivision of any of the foregoing) if, as a result, more than 25% of the
fund's total assets would be invested in securities of companies whose
principal business activities are in the same industry;
(6) purchase or sell real estate unless acquired as a result of ownership
of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent the fund
from investing in securities or other instruments backed by real estate or
securities of companies engaged in the real estate business);
(7) purchase or sell physical commodities unless acquired as a result of
ownership of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent
the fund from purchasing or selling options and futures contracts or from
investing in securities or other instruments backed by physical
commodities); or
(8) lend any security or make any other loan if, as a result, more than 33
1/3% of its total assets would be lent to other parties, but this
limitation does not apply to purchases of debt securities or to repurchase
agreements.
(9) The fund may, notwithstanding any other fundamental investment policy
or limitation, invest all of its assets in the securities of a single
open-end management investment company with substantially the same
fundamental investment objective, policies, and limitations as the fund.
THE FOLLOWING INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS ARE NOT FUNDAMENTAL AND MAY BE CHANGED
WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL.
(i) The fund does not currently intend to sell securities short, unless it
owns or has the right to obtain securities equivalent in kind and amount to
the securities sold short, and provided that transactions in futures
contracts and options are not deemed to constitute selling securities
short.
(ii) The fund does not currently intend to purchase securities on margin,
except that the fund may obtain such short-term credits as are necessary
for the clearance of transactions, and provided that margin payments in
connection with futures contracts and options on futures contracts shall
not constitute purchasing securities on margin.
(iii) The fund may borrow money only (a) from a bank or from a registered
investment company or portfolio for which FMR or an affiliate serves as
investment adviser, or (b) by engaging in reverse repurchase agreements
with any party (reverse repurchase agreements are treated as borrowings for
purposes of fundamental investment limitation (3)). The fund will not
purchase any security while borrowings representing more than 5% of its
total assets are outstanding. The fund will not borrow from other funds
advised by FMR or its affiliates if total outstanding borrowings
immediately after such borrowing would exceed 15% of the fund's total
assets.
(iv) The fund does not currently intend to purchase any security if, as a
result, more than 10% of its net assets would be invested in securities
that are deemed to be illiquid because they are subject to legal or
contractual restrictions on resale or because they cannot be sold or
disposed of in the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices
at which they are valued.
(v) The fund does not currently intend to engage in repurchase agreements
or make loans, but this limitation does not apply to purchases of debt
securities.
(vi) The fund does not currently intend to invest in interests of real
estate investment trusts that are not readily marketable, or to invest in
interests of real estate limited partnerships that are not listed on the
New York Stock Exchange or the American Stock Exchange or traded on the
NASDAQ National Market System.
(vii) The fund does not currently intend to (a) purchase securities of
other investment companies, except in the open market where no commission
except the ordinary broker's commission is paid, or (b) purchase or retain
securities issued by other open-end investment companies. Limitations (a)
and (b) do not apply to securities received as dividends, through offers of
exchange, or as a result of a reorganization, consolidation, or merger.
( viii ) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities
of any issuer (other than securities issued or guaranteed by domestic or
foreign governments or political subdivisions thereof) if, as a result,
more than 5% of its total assets would be invested in the securities of
business enterprises that, including predecessors, have a record of less
than three years of continuous operation.
( ix ) The fund does not currently intend to invest in oil, gas, or
other mineral exploration or development programs or leases.
(x) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities of any
issuer if those officers and Trustees of the trust and those officers and
directors of FMR who individually own more than 1/2 of 1% of the securities
of such issuer together own more than 5% of such issuer's securities.
(xi) The fund does not currently intend to invest all of its assets in the
securities of a single open-end management investment company with
substantially the same fundamental investment objective, policies, and
limitations as the fund.
For purposes of limitations (1) and (5) FMR identifies the issuer of a
security depending on its terms and conditions. In identifying the issuer,
FMR will consider the entity or entities responsible for payment of
interest and repayment of principal and the source of such payments; the
way in which assets and revenues of an issuing political subdivision are
separated from those of other political entities; and whether a
governmental body is guaranteeing the security.
For purposes of limitation (viii), pass-through entities and other
special purpose vehicles or pools of financial assets, such as issuers of
asset-backed securities or investment companies, are not considered
"business enterprises. "
For the fund's limitations on futures and options transactions, see the
section entitled "Limitations on Futures and Options Transactions" on page
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INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS OF FIDELITY HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE FUND
(HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE )
THE FOLLOWING ARE THE FUND'S FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS SET FORTH
IN THEIR ENTIRETY. THE FUND MAY NOT:
(1) with respect to 75% of the fund's total assets, purchase the securities
of any issuer (other than securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S.
government or any of its agencies or instrumentalities) if, as a result,
(a) more than 5% of the fund's total assets would be invested in the
securities of that issuer, or (b) the fund would hold more than 10% of the
outstanding voting securities of that issuer;
(2) issue senior securities, except as permitted under the Investment
Company Act of 1940;
(3) borrow money, except that the fund may borrow money for temporary or
emergency purposes (not for leveraging or investment) in an amount not
exceeding 33 1/3% of its total assets (including the amount borrowed) less
liabilities (other than borrowings). Any borrowings that come to exceed
this amount will be reduced within three days (not including Sundays and
holidays) to the extent necessary to comply with the 33 1/3% limitation;
(4) underwrite securities issued by others, except to the extent that the
fund may be considered an underwriter within the meaning of the Securities
Act of 1933 in the disposition of restricted securities;
(5) purchase the securities of any issuer (other than securities issued or
guaranteed by the U.S. government or any of its agencies or
instrumentalities, or tax-exempt obligations issued or guaranteed by a U.S.
territory or possession or a state or local government, or a political
subdivision of any of the foregoing) if, as a result, more than 25% of the
fund's total assets would be invested the securities of companies whose
principal business activities are in the same industry;
(6) purchase or sell real estate unless acquired as a result of ownership
of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent the fund
from investing in securities or other instruments backed by real estate or
securities of companies engaged in the real estate business);
(7) purchase or sell physical commodities unless acquired as a result of
ownership of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent
the fund from purchasing or selling options and futures contracts or from
investing in securities or other instruments backed by physical
commodities); or
(8) lend any security or make any other loan if, as a result, more than 33
1/3% of its total assets would be lent to other parties, but this
limitation does not apply to purchases of debt securities or to repurchase
agreements.
(9) The fund may, notwithstanding any other fundamental investment policy
or limitation, invest all of its assets in the securities of a single
open-end management investment company with substantially the same
fundamental investment objective, policies, and limitations as the fund.
THE FOLLOWING INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS ARE NOT FUNDAMENTAL AND MAY BE CHANGED
WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL.
(i) The fund does not currently intend to sell securities short, unless it
owns or has the right to obtain securities equivalent in kind and amount to
the securities sold short, and provided that transactions in futures
contracts and options are not deemed to constitute selling securities
short.
(ii) The fund does not currently intend to purchase securities on margin,
except that the fund may obtain such short-term credits as are necessary
for the clearance of transactions, and provided that margin payments in
connection with futures contracts and options on futures contracts shall
not constitute purchasing securities on margin.
(iii) The fund may borrow money only (a) from a bank or from a registered
investment company or portfolio for which FMR or an affiliate serves as
investment adviser or (b) by engaging in reverse repurchase agreements with
any party (reverse repurchase agreements are treated as borrowings for
purposes of fundamental investment limitation (3)). The fund will not
purchase any security while borrowings representing more than 5% of its
total assets are outstanding. The fund will not borrow from other funds
advised by FMR or its affiliates if total outstanding borrowings
immediately after such borrowing would exceed 15% of the fund's total
assets.
(iv) The fund does not currently intend to purchase any security if, as a
result, more than 10% of its net assets would be invested in securities
that are deemed to be illiquid because they are subject to legal or
contractual restrictions on resale or because they cannot be sold or
disposed of in the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices
at which they are valued.
(v) The fund does not currently intend to invest in interests of real
estate investment trusts that are not readily marketable, or to invest in
interests in real estate limited partnerships that are not listed on the
New York Stock Exchange or the American Stock Exchange or traded on the
NASDAQ National Market System.
(vi) The fund does not currently intend to engage in repurchase agreements
or make loans, but this limitation does not apply to purchases of debt
securities.
(vii) The fund does not currently intend to (a) purchase securities of
other investment companies, except in the open market where no commission
except the ordinary broker's commission is paid, or (b) purchase or retain
securities issued by other open-end investment companies. Limitations (a)
and (b) do not apply to securities received as dividends, through offers of
exchange, or as a result of a reorganization, consolidation, or merger.
( viii ) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities
of any issuer (other than securities issued or guaranteed by domestic or
foreign governments or political subdivisions thereof) if, as a result,
more than 5% of its total assets would be invested in the securities of
business enterprises that, including predecessors, have a record of less
than three years of continuous operation.
( ix ) The fund does not currently intend to invest in oil, gas, or
other mineral exploration or development programs or leases.
(x) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities of any
issuer if those officers and Trustees of the trust and those officers and
directors of FMR who individually own more than 1/2 of 1% of the securities
of such issuer together own more than 5% of such issuer's securities.
(xi) The fund does not currently intend to invest all of its assets in the
securities of a single open-end management investment company with
substantially the same fundamental investment objective, policies, and
limitations as the fund.
For purposes of limitations (1) and (5), FMR identifies the issuer of a
security depending on its terms and conditions. In identifying the issuer,
FMR will consider the entity or entities responsible for payment of
interest and repayment of principal and the source of such payments; the
way in which assets and revenues of an issuing political subdivision are
separated from those of other political entities; and whether a
governmental body is guaranteeing the security.
For purposes of limitation (viii), pass-through entities and other
special purpose vehicles or pools of financial assets, such as issuers of
asset-backed securities or investment companies, are not considered
"business enterprises."
For the fund's limitations on futures and options transactions, see the
section entitled "Limitations on Futures and Options Transactions" on page
.
INVE STMENT LIMITATIONS OF FIDELITY AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL FUND
(AGG RESSIVE MUNICIPAL)
THE FOLLOWING ARE THE FUND'S FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS SET FORTH
IN THEIR ENTIRETY. THE FUND MAY NOT:
(1) with respect to 75% of the fund's total assets, purchase the securities
of any issuer (other than securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S.
government or any of its agencies or instrumentalities) if, as a result,
(a) more than 5% of the fund's total assets would be invested in the
securities of that issuer, or (b) the fund would hold more than 10% of the
outstanding voting securities of that issuer;
(2) issue senior securities, except as permitted under the Investment
Company Act of 1940;
(3) borrow money, except that the fund may borrow money for temporary or
emergency purposes (not for leveraging or investment) in an amount not
exceeding 33 1/3% of its total assets (including the amount borrowed) less
liabilities (other than borrowings). Any borrowings that come to exceed
this amount will be reduced within three days (not including Sundays and
holidays) to the extent necessary to comply with the 33 1/3% limitation;
(4) underwrite securities issued by others, except to the extent that the
fund may be considered an underwriter within the meaning of the Securities
Act of 1933 in the disposition of restricted securities;
(5) purchase the securities of any issuer (other than securities issued or
guaranteed by the U.S. government or any of its agencies or
instrumentalities, or tax-exempt obligations issued or guaranteed by a U.S.
territory or possession or a state or local government, or a political
subdivision of any of the foregoing) if, as a result, more than 25% of the
fund's total assets would be invested the securities of companies whose
principal business activities are in the same industry;
(6) purchase or sell real estate unless acquired as a result of ownership
of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent the fund
from investing in securities or other instruments backed by real estate or
securities of companies engaged in the real estate business);
(7) purchase or sell physical commodities unless acquired as a result of
ownership of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent
the fund from purchasing or selling options and futures contracts or from
investing in securities or other instruments backed by physical
commodities); or
(8) lend any security or make any other loan if, as a result, more than 33
1/3% of its total assets would be lent to other parties, but this
limitation does not apply to purchases of debt securities or to repurchase
agreements.
THE FOLLOWING INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS ARE NOT FUNDAMENTAL AND MAY BE CHANGED
WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL.
(i) The fund does not currently intend to sell securities short, unless it
owns or has the right to obtain securities equivalent in kind and amount to
the securities sold short, and provided that transactions in futures
contracts and options are not deemed to constitute selling securities
short.
(ii) The fund does not currently intend to purchase securities on margin,
except that the fund may obtain such short-term credits as are necessary
for the clearance of transactions, and provided that margin payments in
connection with futures contracts and options on futures contracts shall
not constitute purchasing securities on margin.
(iii) The fund may borrow money only (a) from a bank or from a registered
investment company or portfolio for which FMR or an affiliate serves as
investment adviser or (b) by engaging in reverse repurchase agreements with
any party (reverse repurchase agreements are treated as borrowings for
purposes of fundamental investment limitation (3)). The fund will not
purchase any security while borrowings representing more than 5% of its
total assets are outstanding. The fund will not borrow from other funds
advised by FMR or its affiliates if total outstanding borrowings
immediately after such borrowing would exceed 15% of the fund's total
assets.
(iv) The fund does not currently intend to purchase any security if, as a
result, more than 10% of its net assets would be invested in securities
that are deemed to be illiquid because they are subject to legal or
contractual restrictions on resale or because they cannot be sold or
disposed of in the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices
at which they are valued.
(v) The fund does not currently intend to invest in interests of real
estate investment trusts that are not readily marketable, or to invest in
interests in real estate limited partnerships that are not listed on the
New York Stock Exchange or the American Stock Exchange or traded on the
NASDAQ National Market System.
(vi) The fund does not currently intend to engage in repurchase agreements
or make loans, but this limitation does not apply to purchases of debt
securities.
(vii) The fund does not currently intend to (a) purchase securities of
other investment companies, except in the open market where no commission
except the ordinary broker's commission is paid, or (b) purchase or retain
securities issued by other open-end investment companies. Limitations (a)
and (b) do not apply to securities received as dividends, through offers of
exchange, or as a result of a reorganization, consolidation, or merger.
( viii ) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities
of any issuer (other than securities issued or guaranteed by domestic or
foreign governments or political subdivisions thereof) if, as a result,
more than 5% of its total assets would be invested in the securities of
business enterprises that, including predecessors, have a record of less
than three years of continuous operation.
( ix ) The fund does not currently intend to invest in oil, gas, or
other mineral exploration or development programs or leases.
(x) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities of any
issuer if those officers and Trustees of the trust and those officers and
directors of FMR who individually own more than 1/2 of 1% of the securities
of such issuer together own more than 5% of such issuer's securities.
For purposes of limitations (1) and (5), FMR identifies the issuer of a
security depending on its terms and conditions. In identifying the issuer,
FMR will consider the entity or entities responsible for payment of
interest and repayment of principal and the source of such payments; the
way in which assets and revenues of an issuing political subdivision are
separated from those of other political entities; and whether a
governmental body is guaranteeing the security.
For purposes of limitation (viii), pass-through entities and other
special purpose vehicles or pools of financial assets, such as issuers of
asset-backed securities or investment companies, are not considered
"business enterprises."
For the fund's limitations on futures and options transactions, see the
section entitled "Limitations on Futures and Options Transactions" on page
.
Each fund's investments must be consistent with its investment objective
and policies. Accordingly, not all of the security types and investment
techniques discussed below are eligible investments for each of the funds.
AFFILIATED BANK TRANSACTIONS. A fund may engage in transactions with
financial institutions that are, or may be considered to be, "affiliated
persons" of the fund under the Investment Company Act of 1940. These
transactions may include repurchase agreements with custodian banks;
short-term obligations of, and repurchase agreements with, the 50 largest
U.S. banks (measured by deposits); municipal securities; U.S. government
securities with affiliated financial institutions that are primary dealers
in these securities; short-term currency transactions; and short-term
borrowings. In accordance with exemptive orders issued by the Securities
and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Board of Trustees has established and
periodically reviews procedures applicable to transactions involving
affiliated financial institutions.
DELAYED-DELIVERY TRANSACTIONS. Each fund may buy and sell securities on a
delayed-delivery or when-issued basis. These transactions involve a
commitment by a fund to purchase or sell specific securities at a
predetermined price or yield, with payment and delivery taking place after
the customary settlement period for that type of security. Typically, no
interest accrues to the purchaser until the security is delivered. The
funds may receive fees for entering into delayed-delivery transactions.
When purchasing securities on a delayed-delivery basis, each fund assumes
the rights and risks of ownership, including the risk of price and yield
fluctuations. Because a fund is not required to pay for securities until
the delivery date, these risks are in addition to the risks associated with
the fund's other investments. If a fund remains substantially fully
invested at a time when delayed-delivery purchases are outstanding, the
delayed-delivery purchases may result in a form of leverage. When
delayed-delivery purchases are outstanding, the fund will set aside
appropriate liquid assets in a segregated custodial account to cover its
purchase obligations. When a fund has sold a security on a delayed-delivery
basis, the fund does not participate in further gains or losses with
respect to the security. If the other party to a delayed-delivery
transaction fails to deliver or pay for the securities, the fund could miss
a favorable price or yield opportunity, or could suffer a loss.
Each fund may renegotiate delayed-delivery transactions after they are
entered into, and may sell underlying securities before they are delivered,
which may result in capital gains or losses.
FEDERALLY TAXABLE OBLIGATIONS. U nder normal conditions , the funds do
not intend to invest in securities whose interest is federally taxable.
However, from time to time on a temporary basis, each fund may invest a
portion of its assets in fixed-income obligations whose interest is subject
to federal income tax.
Should a fund invest in federally taxable obligations, it would purchase
securities that in FMR's judgment are of high quality. These would include
obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or its agencies or
instrumentalities; obligations of domestic banks; and repurchase
agreements. The funds' standards for high-quality, taxable obligations are
essentially the same as those described by Moody's Investors Service, Inc.
(Moody's) in rating corporate obligations within its two highest ratings of
Prime-1 and Prime-2, and those described by Standard & Poor's Corporation
(S&P) in rating corporate obligations within its two highest ratings of A-1
and A-2.
Proposals to restrict or eliminate the federal income tax exemption for
interest on municipal obligations are introduced before Congress from time
to time. Proposals also may be introduced before state legislatures that
would affect the state tax treatment of the funds' distributions. If such
proposals were enacted, the availability of municipal obligations and the
value of the funds' holdings would be affected and the Trustees would
reevaluate the funds' investment objectives and policies.
FUTURES AND OPTIONS. The following sections pertain to futures and
options: Asset Coverage for Futures and Options Positions, Combined
Positions, Correlation of Price Changes, Futures Contracts, Futures Margin
Payments, Limitations on Futures and Options Transactions, Liquidity of
Options and Futures Contracts, OTC Options, Purchasing Put and Call
Options, and Writing Put and Call Options.
ASSET COVERAGE FOR FUTURES AND OPTIONS POSITIONS. The funds will comply
with guidelines established by the Securities and Exchange Commission with
respect to coverage of options and futures strategies by mutual funds, and
if the guidelines so require will set aside appropriate liquid assets in a
segregated custodial account in the amount prescribed. Securities held in a
segregated account cannot be sold while the futures or option strategy is
outstanding, unless they are replaced with other suitable assets. As a
result, there is a possibility that segregation of a large percentage of a
fund's assets could impede portfolio management or the fund's ability to
meet redemption requests or other current obligations.
COMBINED POSITIONS. A fund may purchase and write options in combination
with each other, or in combination with futures or forward contracts, to
adjust the risk and return characteristics of the overall position. For
example, a fund may purchase a put option and write a call option on the
same underlying instrument, in order to construct a combined position whose
risk and return characteristics are similar to selling a futures contract.
Another possible combined position would involve writing a call option at
one strike price and buying a call option at a lower price, in order to
reduce the risk of the written call option in the event of a substantial
price increase. Because combined options positions involve multiple trades,
they result in higher transaction costs and may be more difficult to open
and close out.
CORRELATION OF PRICE CHANGES. Because there are a limited number of types
of exchange-traded options and futures contracts, it is likely that the
standardized contracts available will not match a fund's current or
anticipated investments exactly. The funds may invest in options and
futures contracts based on securities with different issuers, maturities,
or other characteristics from the securities in which they typically
invest, which involves a risk that the options or futures position will not
track the performance of a fund's other investments.
Options and futures prices can also diverge from the prices of their
underlying instruments, even if the underlying instruments match a fund's
investments well. Options and futures prices are affected by such factors
as current and anticipated short-term interest rates, changes in volatility
of the underlying instrument, and the time remaining until expiration of
the contract, which may not affect security prices the same way. Imperfect
correlation may also result from differing levels of demand in the options
and futures markets and the securities markets, from structural differences
in how options and futures and securities are traded, or from imposition of
daily price fluctuation limits or trading halts. A fund may purchase or
sell options and futures contracts with a greater or lesser value than the
securities it wishes to hedge or intends to purchase in order to attempt to
compensate for differences in volatility between the contract and the
securities, although this may not be successful in all cases. If price
changes in a fund's options or futures positions are poorly correlated with
its other investments, the positions may fail to produce anticipated gains
or result in losses that are not offset by gains in other investments.
FUTURES CONTRACTS. When a fund purchases a futures contract, it agrees to
purchase a specified underlying instrument at a specified future date. When
a fund sells a futures contract, it agrees to sell the underlying
instrument at a specified future date. The price at which the purchase and
sale will take place is fixed when the fund enters into the contract. Some
currently available futures contracts are based on specific securities,
such as U.S. Treasury bonds or notes, and some are based on indices of
securities prices, such as the Bond Buyer Municipal Bond Index. Futures can
be held until their delivery dates, or can be closed out before then if a
liquid secondary market is available.
The value of a futures contract tends to increase and decrease in tandem
with the value of its underlying instrument. Therefore, purchasing futures
contracts will tend to increase a fund's exposure to positive and negative
price fluctuations in the underlying instrument, much as if it had
purchased the underlying instrument directly. When a fund sells a futures
contract, by contrast, the value of its futures position will tend to move
in a direction contrary to the market. Selling futures contracts,
therefore, will tend to offset both positive and negative market price
changes, much as if the underlying instrument had been sold.
FUTURES MARGIN PAYMENTS. The purchaser or seller of a futures contract is
not required to deliver or pay for the underlying instrument unless the
contract is held until the delivery date. However, both the purchaser and
seller are required to deposit "initial margin" with a futures broker,
known as a futures commission merchant (FCM), when the contract is entered
into. Initial margin deposits are typically equal to a percentage of the
contract's value. If the value of either party's position declines, that
party will be required to make additional "variation margin" payments to
settle the change in value on a daily basis. The party that has a gain may
be entitled to receive all or a portion of this amount. Initial and
variation margin payments do not constitute purchasing securities on margin
for purposes of a fund's investment limitations. In the event of the
bankruptcy of an FCM that holds margin on behalf of a fund, the fund may be
entitled to return of margin owed to it only in proportion to the amount
received by the FCM's other customers, potentially resulting in losses to
the fund.
LIMITATIONS ON FUTURES AND OPTIONS TRANSACTIONS. Each fund has filed a
notice of eligibility for exclusion from the definition of the term
"commodity pool operator" with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission
(CFTC) and the National Futures Association, which regulate trading in the
futures market. The funds intend to comply with Rule 4.5 under the
Commodity Exchange Act, which limits the extent to which the funds can
commit assets to initial margin deposits and option premiums.
In addition, each fund will not: (a) sell futures contracts, purchase put
options, or write call options if, as a result, more than 25% of the fund's
total assets would be hedged with futures and options under normal
conditions; (b) purchase futures contracts or write put options if, as a
result, the fund's total obligations upon settlement or exercise of
purchased futures contracts and written put options would exceed 25% of its
total assets; or (c) purchase call options if, as a result, the current
value of option premiums for call options purchased by the fund would
exceed 5% of the fund's total assets. These limitations do not apply to
options attached to or acquired or traded together with their underlying
securities, and do not apply to securities that incorporate features
similar to options.
The above limitations on the funds' investments in futures contracts and
options, and the funds' policies regarding futures contracts and options
discussed elsewhere in this Statement of Additional Information, are not
fundamental policies and may be changed as regulatory agencies permit.
LIQUIDITY OF OPTIONS AND FUTURES CONTRACTS. There is no assurance a liquid
secondary market will exist for any particular options or futures contract
at any particular time. Options may have relatively low trading volume and
liquidity if their strike prices are not close to the underlying
instrument's current price. In addition, exchanges may establish daily
price fluctuation limits for options and futures contracts, and may halt
trading if a contract's price moves upward or downward more than the limit
in a given day. On volatile trading days when the price fluctuation limit
is reached or a trading halt is imposed, it may be impossible for a fund to
enter into new positions or close out existing positions. If the secondary
market for a contract is not liquid because of price fluctuation limits or
otherwise, it could prevent prompt liquidation of unfavorable positions,
and potentially could require a fund to continue to hold a position until
delivery or expiration regardless of changes in its value. As a result, a
fund's access to other assets held to cover its options or futures
positions could also be impaired.
OTC OPTIONS. Unlike exchange-traded options, which are standardized with
respect to the underlying instrument, expiration date, contract size, and
strike price, the terms of over-the-counter (OTC) options (options not
traded on exchanges) generally are established through negotiation with the
other party to the option contract. While this type of arrangement allows
the funds greater flexibility to tailor an option to its needs, OTC options
generally involve greater credit risk than exchange-traded options, which
are guaranteed by the clearing organization of the exchanges where they are
traded.
PURCHASING PUT AND CALL OPTIONS. By purchasing a put option, a fund obtains
the right (but not the obligation) to sell the option's underlying
instrument at a fixed strike price. In return for this right, the fund pays
the current market price for the option (known as the option premium).
Options have various types of underlying instruments, including specific
securities, indices of securities prices, and futures contracts. The fund
may terminate its position in a put option it has purchased by allowing it
to expire or by exercising the option. If the option is allowed to expire,
the fund will lose the entire premium it paid. If the fund exercises the
option, it completes the sale of the underlying instrument at the strike
price. A fund may also terminate a put option position by closing it out in
the secondary market at its current price, if a liquid secondary market
exists.
The buyer of a typical put option can expect to realize a gain if security
prices fall substantially. However, if the underlying instrument's price
does not fall enough to offset the cost of purchasing the option, a put
buyer can expect to suffer a loss (limited to the amount of the premium
paid, plus related transaction costs).
The features of call options are essentially the same as those of put
options, except that the purchaser of a call option obtains the right to
purchase, rather than sell, the underlying instrument at the option's
strike price. A call buyer typically attempts to participate in potential
price increases of the underlying instrument with risk limited to the cost
of the option if security prices fall. At the same time, the buyer can
expect to suffer a loss if security prices do not rise sufficiently to
offset the cost of the option.
WRITING PUT AND CALL OPTIONS. When a fund writes a put option, it takes the
opposite side of the transaction from the option's purchaser. In return for
receipt of the premium, the fund assumes the obligation to pay the strike
price for the option's underlying instrument if the other party to the
option chooses to exercise it. When writing an option on a futures
contract, the fund will be required to make margin payments to an FCM as
described above for futures contracts. A fund may seek to terminate its
position in a put option it writes before exercise by closing out the
option in the secondary market at its current price. If the secondary
market is not liquid for a put option the fund has written, however, the
fund must continue to be prepared to pay the strike price while the option
is outstanding, regardless of price changes, and must continue to set aside
assets to cover its position.
If security prices rise, a put writer would generally expect to profit,
although its gain would be limited to the amount of the premium it
received. If security prices remain the same over time, it is likely that
the writer will also profit, because it should be able to close out the
option at a lower price. If security prices fall, the put writer would
expect to suffer a loss. This loss should be less than the loss from
purchasing the underlying instrument directly, however, because the premium
received for writing the option should mitigate the effects of the decline.
Writing a call option obligates a fund to sell or deliver the option's
underlying instrument, in return for the strike price, upon exercise of the
option. The characteristics of writing call options are similar to those of
writing put options, except that writing calls generally is a profitable
strategy if prices remain the same or fall. Through receipt of the option
premium, a call writer mitigates the effects of a price decline. At the
same time, because a call writer must be prepared to deliver the underlying
instrument in return for the strike price, even if its current value is
greater, a call writer gives up some ability to participate in security
price increases.
ILLIQUID INVESTMENTS are investments that cannot be sold or disposed of in
the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices at which they
are valued. Under the supervision of the Board of Trustees, FMR determines
the liquidity of a fund's investments and, through reports from FMR, the
Board monitors investments in illiquid instruments. In determining the
liquidity of a fund's investments, FMR may consider various factors,
including (1) the frequency of trades and quotations, (2) the number of
dealers and prospective purchasers in the marketplace, (3) dealer
undertakings to make a market, (4) the nature of the security (including
any demand or tender features), and (5) the nature of the marketplace for
trades (including the ability to assign or offset the fund's rights and
obligations relating to the investment).
Investments currently considered by the funds to be illiquid include
over-the-counter options. Also, FMR may determine some restricted
securities and municipal lease obligations to be illiquid. However, with
respect to over-the-counter options a fund writes, all or a portion of the
value of the underlying instrument may be illiquid depending on the assets
held to cover the option and the nature and terms of any agreement the fund
may have to close out the option before expiration.
In the absence of market quotations, illiquid investments are priced at
fair value as determined in good faith by a committee appointed by the
Board of Trustees. If through a change in values, net assets, or other
circumstances, a fund were in a position where more than 10% of its net
assets was invested in illiquid securities, it would seek to take
appropriate steps to protect liquidity.
INDEXED SECURITIES. Each fund may purchase securities whose prices are
indexed to the prices of other securities, securities indices, or other
financial indicators. Indexed securities typically, but not always, are
debt securities or deposits whose value at maturity or coupon rate is
determined by reference to a specific instrument or statistic. Indexed
securities may have principal payments as well as coupon payments that
depend on the performance of one or more interest rates. Their coupon rates
or principal payments may change by several percentage points for every 1%
interest rate change. One example of indexed securities is inverse
floaters.
The performance of indexed securities depends to a great extent on the
performance of the security or other instrument to which they are indexed,
and may also be influenced by interest rate changes. At the same time,
indexed securities are subject to the credit risks associated with the
issuer of the security, and their values may decline substantially if the
issuer's creditworthiness deteriorates. Indexed securities may be more
volatile than the underlying instruments.
INTERFUND BORROWING PROGRAM. Pursuant to an exemptive order issued by
the SEC, each fund has received permission to lend money to, and borrow
money from, other funds advised by FMR or its affiliates, but will
participate in the interfund borrowing program only as a borrower.
Interfund borrowings normally extend overnight, but can have a maximum
duration of seven days. A fund will borrow through the program only when
the costs are equal to or lower than the costs of bank loans. Loans may be
called on one day's notice, and a fund may have to borrow from a bank at a
higher interest rate if an interfund loan is called or not renewed.
INVERSE FLOATERS have variable interest rates that typically move in the
opposite direction from prevailing short-term interest rate levels - rising
when prevailing short-term interest rates fall, and vice versa. This
interest rate feature can make the prices of inverse floaters considerably
more volatile than bonds with comparable maturities.
LOWER-QUALITY MUNICIPAL SECURITIES. Aggressive Municipal and High
Yield Tax-Free may invest a portion of its assets in lower-quality
municipal securities as described in the Prospectus.
While the market for municipals is considered to be adequate, adverse
publicity and changing investor perceptions may affect the ability of
outside pricing services used by a fund to value its portfolio securities,
and the fund's ability to dispose of lower-quality bonds. The outside
pricing services are monitored by FMR and reported to the Board to
determine whether the services are furnishing prices that accurately
reflect fair value. The impact of changing investor perceptions may be
especially pronounced in markets where municipal securities are thinly
traded.
Each fund may choose, at its expense or in conjunction with others, to
pursue litigation or otherwise exercise its rights as a security holder to
seek to protect the interests of security holders if it determines this to
be in the best interest of the fund's shareholders.
MARKET DISRUPTION RISK. The value of municipal securities may be
affected by uncertainties in the municipal market related to legislation or
litigation involving the taxation of municipal securities or the rights of
municipal securities holders in the event of a bankruptcy. Municipal
bankruptcies are relatively rare, and certain provisions of the U.S.
Bankruptcy Code governing such bankruptcies are unclear and remain
untested. Further, the application of state law to municipal issuers could
produce varying results among the states or among municipal securities
issuers within a state. These legal uncertainties could affect the
municipal securities market generally, certain specific segments of the
market, or the relative credit quality of particular securities. Any of
these effects could have a significant impact on the prices of some or all
of the municipal securities held by a fund.
MUNICIPAL SECTORS:
ELECTRIC UTILITIES. The electric utilities industry has been experiencing,
and will continue to experience, increased competitive pressures. Federal
legislation in the last two years will open transmission access to any
electricity supplier, although it is not presently known to what extent
competition will evolve. Other risks include: (a) the availability and cost
of fuel, (b) the availability and cost of capital, (c) the effects of
conservation on energy demand, (d) the effects of rapidly changing
environmental, safety, and licensing requirements, and other federal,
state, and local regulations, (e) timely and sufficient rate increases, and
(f) opposition to nuclear power.
HEALTH CARE. The health care industry is subject to regulatory action by a
number of private and governmental agencies, including federal, state, and
local governmental agencies. A major source of revenues for the health care
industry is payments from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. As a result,
the industry is sensitive to legislative changes and reductions in
governmental spending for such programs. Numerous other factors may affect
the industry, such as general and local economic conditions; demand for
services; expenses (including malpractice insurance premiums); and
competition among health care providers. In the future, the following
elements may adversely affect health care facility operations: adoption of
legislation proposing a national health insurance program; other state or
local health care reform measures; medical and technological advances which
dramatically alter the need for health services or the way in which such
services are delivered; changes in medical coverage which alter the
traditional fee-for-service revenue stream; and efforts by employers,
insurers, and governmental agencies to reduce the costs of health insurance
and health care services .
TRANSPORTATION. Transportation debt may be issued to finance the
construction of airports, toll roads, highways, or other transit
facilities. Airport bonds are dependent on the general stability of the
airline industry and on the stability of a specific carrier who uses the
airport as a hub. Air traffic generally follows broader economic trends and
is also affected by the price and availability of fuel. Toll road bonds are
also affected by the cost and availability of fuel as well as toll levels,
the presence of competing roads and the general economic health of an area.
Fuel costs and availability also affect other transportation-related
securities, as do the presence of alternate forms of transportation, such
as public transportation.
MUNICIPAL LEASE S and participation interests therein may take the
form of a lease, an installment purchase, or a conditional sale contract
and are issued by state and local governments and authorities to acquire
land or a wide variety of equipment and facilities. Generally, the funds
will not hold such obligations directly as a lessor of the property, but
will purchase a participation interest in a municipal obligation from a
bank or other third party. A participation interest gives a fund a
specified, undivided interest in the obligation in proportion to its
purchased interest in the total amount of the obligation.
Municipal leases frequently have risks distinct from those associated with
general obligation or revenue bonds. State constitutions and statutes set
forth requirements that states or municipalities must meet to incur debt.
These may include voter referenda, interest rate limits, or public sale
requirements. Leases, installment purchases, or conditional sale contracts
(which normally provide for title to the leased asset to pass to the
governmental issuer) have evolved as a means for governmental issuers to
acquire property and equipment without meeting their constitutional and
statutory requirements for the issuance of debt. Many leases and contracts
include "non-appropriation clauses" providing that the governmental issuer
has no obligation to make future payments under the lease or contract
unless money is appropriated for such purposes by the appropriate
legislative body on a yearly or other periodic basis. Non-appropriation
clauses free the issuer from debt issuance limitations.
REFUNDING CONTRACTS. The funds may purchase securities on a when-issued
basis in connection with the refinancing of an issuer's outstanding
indebtedness. Refunding contracts require the issuer to sell and the fund
to buy refunded municipal obligations at a stated price and yield on a
settlement date that may be several months or several years in the future.
The funds generally will not be obligated to pay the full purchase price if
they fail to perform under a refunding contract. Instead, refunding
contracts generally provide for payment of liquidated damages to the issuer
(currently 15-20% of the purchase price). A fund may secure its obligations
under a refunding contract by depositing collateral or a letter of credit
equal to the liquidated damages provisions of the refunding contract. When
required by SEC guidelines, each fund will place liquid assets in a
segregated custodial account equal in amount to its obligations under
refunding contracts.
REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS. In a repurchase agreement, a fund purchases a
security and simultaneously commits to sell that security back to the
original seller at an agreed-upon price. The resale price reflects the
purchase price plus an agreed-upon incre mental amount which is unrelated
to the coupon rate or maturity of the purchased security. To protect the
fund from the risk that the original seller will not fulfill its
obligation, the securities are held in an account of the fund at a bank,
marked-to-market daily, and maintained at a value at least equal to the
sale price plus the accrued incremental amount. While it does not
presently appear possible to eliminate all risks from these transactions
(particularly the possibility that the value of the underlying security
will be less than the resale price, as well as delays and costs to a fund
in connection with bankruptcy proceedings), it is each fund's current
policy to engage in repurchase agreement transactions with parties whose
creditworthiness has been reviewed and found satisfactory by FMR.
RESTRICTED SECURITIES generally can be sold in privately negotiated
transactions, pursuant to an exemption from registration under the
Securities Act of 1933, or in a registered public offering. Where
registration is required, a fund may be obligated to pay all or part of the
registration expense and a considerable period may elapse between the time
it decides to seek registration and the time it may be permitted to sell a
security under an effective registration statement. If, during such a
period, adverse market conditions were to develop, a fund might obtain a
less favorable price than prevailed when it decided to seek registration of
the security.
REVERSE REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS. In a reverse repurchase agreement, a fund
sells a portfolio instrument to another party, such as a bank or
broker-dealer, in return for cash and agrees to repurchase the instrument
at a particular price and time. While a reverse repurchase agreement is
outstanding, the fund will maintain appropriate liquid assets in a
segregated custodial account to cover its obligation under the agreement. A
fund will enter into reverse repurchase agreements only with parties whose
creditworthiness has been found satisfactory by FMR. Such transactions may
increase fluctuations in the market value of the fund's assets and may be
viewed as a form of leverage.
STANDBY COMMITMENTS are puts that entitle holders to same-day settlement at
an exercise price equal to the amortized cost of the underlying security
plus accrued interest, if any, at the time of exercise. Each fund may
acquire standby commitments to enhance the liquidity of portfolio
securities.
Ordinarily a fund will not transfer a standby commitment to a third party,
although it could sell the underlying municipal security to a third party
at any time. A fund may purchase standby commitments separate from or in
conjunction with the purchase of securities subject to such commitments. In
the latter case, the fund would pay a higher price for the securities
acquired, thus reducing their yield to maturity.
Issuers or financial intermediaries may obtain letters of credit or other
guarantees to support their ability to buy securities on demand. FMR may
rely upon its evaluation of a bank's credit in determining whether to
support an instrument supported by a letter of credit. In evaluating a
foreign bank's credit, FMR will consider whether adequate public
information about the bank is available and whether the bank may be subject
to unfavorable political or economic developments, currency controls, or
other governmental restrictions that might affect the bank's ability to
honor its credit commitment.
Standby commitments are subject to certain risks, including the ability of
issuers of standby commitments to pay for securities at the time the
commitments are exercised; the fact that standby commitments are not
marketable by the funds; and the possibility that the maturities of the
underlying securities may be different from those of the commitments.
TENDER OPTION BONDS are created by coupling an intermediate- or long-term,
fixed-rate, tax-exempt bond (generally held pursuant to a custodial
arrangement) with a tender agreement that gives the holder the option to
tender the bond at its face value. As consideration for providing the
tender option, the sponsor (usually a bank, broker-dealer, or other
financial institution) receives periodic fees equal to the difference
between the bond's fixed coupon rate and the rate (determined by a
remarketing or similar agent) that would cause the bond, coupled with the
tender option, to trade at par on the date of such determination. After
payment of the tender option fee, a fund effectively holds a demand
obligation that bears interest at the prevailing short-term tax-exempt
rate. In selecting tender option bonds for the funds, FMR will consider the
creditworthiness of the issuer of the underlying bond, the custodian, and
the third party provider of the tender option. In certain instances, a
sponsor may terminate a tender option if, for example, the issuer of the
underlying bond defaults on interest payments.
VARIABLE OR FLOATING RATE OBLIGATIONS, including certain participation
interests in municipal instruments, have interest rate adjustment formulas
that help stabilize their market values. Many variable and floating rate
instruments also carry demand features that permit a fund to sell them at
par value plus accrued interest on short notice.
In many instances bonds and participation interests have tender options or
demand features that permit a fund to tender (or put) the bonds to an
institution at periodic intervals and to receive the principal amount
thereof. A fund considers variable rate instruments structured in this way
(Participating VRDOs) to be essentially equivalent to other VRDOs it
purchases. The IRS has not ruled whether the interest on Participating
VRDOs is tax-exempt and, accordingly, a fund intends to purchase these
instruments based on opinions of bond counsel. A fund may also invest in
fixed-rate bonds that are subject to third party puts and in participation
interests in such bonds held by a bank in trust or otherwise.
ZERO COUPON BONDS do not make regular interest payments. Instead, they are
sold at a deep discount from their face value and are redeemed at face
value when they mature. Because zero coupon bonds do not pay current
income, their prices can be very volatile when interest rates change. In
calculating its daily dividend, a fund takes into account as income a
portion of the difference between a zero coupon bond's purchase price and
its face value.
PORTFOLIO TRANSACTIONS
All orders for the purchase or sale of portfolio securities are placed on
behalf of each fund by FMR pursuant to authority contained in the fund's
management contract. FMR is also responsible for the placement of
transaction orders for other investment companies and accounts for which it
or its affiliates act as investment adviser. In selecting broker-dealers,
subject to applicable limitations of the federal securities laws, FMR
considers various relevant factors, including, but not limited to, the size
and type of the transaction; the nature and character of the markets for
the security to be purchased or sold; the execution efficiency, settlement
capability, and financial condition of the broker-dealer firm; the
broker-dealer's execution services rendered on a continuing basis; and the
reasonableness of any commissions.
The funds may execute portfolio transactions with broker-dealers who
provide research and execution services to the funds or other accounts over
which FMR or its affiliates exercise investment discretion. Such services
may include advice concerning the value of securities; the advisability of
investing in, purchasing, or selling securities; and the availability of
securities or the purchasers or sellers of securities. In addition, such
broker-dealers may furnish analyses and reports concerning issuers,
industries, securities, economic factors and trends, portfolio strategy,
and performance of accounts; effect securities transactions, and perform
functions incidental thereto (such as clearance and settlement). The
selection of such broker-dealers generally is made by FMR (to the extent
possible consistent with execution considerations) based upon the quality
of research and execution services provided.
The receipt of research from broker-dealers that execute transactions on
behalf of the funds may be useful to FMR in rendering investment management
services to the funds or its other clients, and conversely, such research
provided by broker-dealers who have executed transaction orders on behalf
of other FMR clients may be useful to FMR in carrying out its obligations
to the funds. The receipt of such research has not reduced FMR's normal
independent research activities; however, it enables FMR to avoid the
additional expenses that could be incurred if FMR tried to develop
comparable information through its own efforts.
Subject to applicable limitations of the federal securities laws,
broker-dealers may receive commissions for agency transactions that are in
excess of the amount of commissions charged by other broker-dealers in
recognition of their research and execution services. In order to cause
each fund to pay such higher commissions, FMR must determine in good faith
that such commissions are reasonable in relation to the value of the
brokerage and research services provided by such executing broker-dealers,
viewed in terms of a particular transaction or FMR's overall
responsibilities to the funds and its other clients. In reaching this
determination, FMR will not attempt to place a specific dollar value on the
brokerage and research services provided, or to determine what portion of
the compensation should be related to those services.
FMR is authorized to use research services provided by and to place
portfolio transactions with brokerage firms that have provided assistance
in the distribution of shares of the funds, or shares of other Fidelity
funds to the extent permitted by law. FMR may use research services
provided by and place agency transactions with Fidelity Brokerage Services,
Inc. (FBSI), a subsidiary of FMR Corp., if the commissions are fair,
reasonable, and comparable to commissions charged by non-affiliated,
qualified brokerage firms for similar services.
Section 11(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 prohibits members of
national securities exchanges from executing exchange transactions for
accounts which they or their affiliates manage, unless certain requirements
are satisfied. Pursuant to such requirements, the Board of Trustees has
authorized FBSI to execute portfolio transactions on national securities
exchanges in accordance with approved procedures and applicable SEC rules.
Each fund's Trustees periodically review FMR's performance of its
responsibilities in connection with the placement of portfolio transactions
on behalf of the funds and review the commissions paid by each fund over
representative periods of time to determine if they are reasonable in
relation to the benefits to the fund.
For th e fiscal periods ended November 30, 1995 and 1994 the
portfolio turnover rates were 50 % and 48 % ,
respectively , for High Yield Tax-Free. F or t he fiscal period
ended December 31, 1995 and 1994 the portfolio turnover rates were
31 % and 30 %, respec tively fo r Limited Term
Municipa l and 39 % and 40 % , respectively ,
for Aggressive Municipal . Because a high turnover rate increases
transaction costs and may increase taxable gains, FMR carefully weighs the
anticipated benefits of short-term investing against these consequences. An
increased turnover rate is due to a greater volume of shareholder purchase
orders, short-term interest rate volatility and other special market
conditions.
F or fiscal 1995, 1994 and 1993, the funds paid no brokerage
commissions.
From time to time the Trustees will review whether the recapture for the
benefit of the funds of some portion of the brokerage commissions or
similar fees paid by the funds on portfolio transactions is legally
permissible and advisable. Each fund seeks to recapture soliciting
broker-dealer fees on the tender of portfolio securities, but at present no
other recapture arrangements are in effect. The Trustees intend to continue
to review whether recapture opportunities are available and are legally
permissible and, if so, to determine in the exercise of their business
judgment whether it would be advisable for each fund to seek such
recapture.
Although the Trustees and officers of each fund are substantially the same
as those of other funds managed by FMR, investment decisions for each fund
are made independently from those of other funds managed by FMR or accounts
managed by FMR affiliates. It sometimes happens that the same security is
held in the portfolio of more than one of these funds or accounts.
Simultaneous transactions are inevitable when several funds and accounts
are managed by the same investment adviser, particularly when the same
security is suitable for the investment objective of more than one fund or
account.
When two or more funds are simultaneously engaged in the purchase or sale
of the same security, the prices and amounts are allocated in accordance
with procedures believed to be appropriate and equitable for each fund. In
some cases this system could have a detrimental effect on the price or
value of the security as far as each fund is concerned. In other cases,
however, the ability of the funds to participate in volume transactions
will produce better executions and prices for the funds. It is the current
opinion of the Trustees that the desirability of retaining FMR as
investment adviser to each fund outweighs any disadvantages that may be
said to exist from exposure to simultaneous transactions.
VALUATION OF PORTFOLIO SECURITIES
Valuations of portfolio securities furnished by the pricing service
employed by the funds are based upon a computerized matrix system or
appraisals by the pricing service, in each case in reliance upon
information concerning market transactions and quotations from recognized
municipal securities dealers. The methods used by the pricing service and
the quality of valuations so established are reviewed by officers of the
funds and FSC under the general supervision of the Trustees. There are a
number of pricing services available and the Trustees, on the basis of
on-going evaluation of these services, may use other pricing services or
discontinue the use of any pricing service in whole or in part.
PERFORMANCE
The funds may quote performance in various ways. All performance
information supplied by the funds in advertising is historical and is not
intended to indicate future returns. Each fund's share price, yield, and
total return fluctuate in response to market conditions and other factors,
and the value of fund shares when redeemed may be more or less than their
original cost.
YIELD CALCULATIONS. Yields for a fund are computed by dividing the fund's
interest income for a given 30-day or one-month period, net of expenses, by
the average number of shares entitled to receive distributions during the
period, dividing this figure by the fund's net asset value (NAV) at the end
of the period, and annualizing the result (assuming compounding of income)
in order to arrive at an annual percentage rate. Yields do not reflect
Fidelity Aggressive Municipal Fund's 1% redemption fee, which
applies to shares held less than 180 days. Income is calculated for
purposes of yield quotations in accordance with standardized methods
applicable to all stock and bond funds. In general, interest income is
reduced with respect to bonds trading at a premium over their par value by
subtracting a portion of the premium from income on a daily basis, and is
increased with respect to bonds trading at a discount by adding a portion
of the discount to daily income. Capital gains and losses generally are
excluded from the calculation.
Income calculated for the purposes of calculating a fund's yield differs
from income as determined for other accounting purposes. Because of the
different accounting methods used, and because of the compounding of income
assumed in yield calculations, a fund's yield may not equal its
distribution rate, the income paid to your account, or the income reported
in the fund's financial statements.
In calculating the fund's yield, a fund may from time to time use a
portfolio security's coupon rate instead of its yield to maturity in order
to reflect the risk premium on that security. This practice will have the
effect of reducing the fund's yield.
Yield information may be useful in reviewing a fund's performance and in
providing a basis for comparison with other investment alternatives.
However, each fund's yield fluctuates, unlike investments that pay a fixed
interest rate over a stated period of time. When comparing investment
alternatives, investors should also note the quality and maturity of the
portfolio securities of respective investment companies they have chosen to
consider.
Investors should recognize that in periods of declining interest rates a
fund's yield will tend to be somewhat higher than prevailing market rates,
and in periods of rising interest rates the fund's yield will tend to be
somewhat lower. Also, when interest rates are falling, the inflow of net
new money to a fund from the continuous sale of its shares will likely be
invested in instruments producing lower yields than the balance of the
fund's holdings, thereby reducing the fund's current yield. In periods of
rising interest rates, the opposite can be expected to occur.
A fund's tax-equivalent yield is the rate an investor would have to earn
from a fully taxable investment before taxes to equal the fund's tax-free
yield. Tax-equivalent yields are calculated by dividing a fund's yield by
the result of one minus a stated federal or combined federal and state tax
rate. If only a portion of a fund's yield is tax-exempt, only that portion
is adjusted in the calculation.
The fo llowing table shows the effect of a shareholder's tax status
on effective yield under federal income tax laws for 199 6 . It shows
the approximate yield a taxable security must provide at various income
brackets to produce after-tax yields equivalent to those of hypothetical
tax-exempt obligations yielding from 4% to 8%. Of course, no assurance can
be given that a fund will achieve any specific tax-exempt yield. While the
funds invests principally in obligations whose interest is exempt from
federal income tax, other income received by the funds may be taxable.
199 6 T AX RATES AND TAX-EQUIVALENT YIELDS
Federal If individual tax-exempt yield is:
Taxable Income* Tax 4% 5% 6% 7% 8%
Single Return Joint Return Bracket** Then taxable-equivalent yield is:
$ 24,001 - $ 58,150 $ 40,101 - $ 96,900 28% 5.56% 6.94% 8.33% 9.72%
11.11%
$ 58,151 - $121,300 $ 96,901 - $147,700 31% 5.80 7.25 8.70 10.14 11.59
$121,301 - $263,750 $147,701 - $263,750 36% 6.25 7.81 9.38 10.94 12.50
$263,750 + above $263,751 + above 39.6% 6.62 8.28 9.93 11.59 13.25
* Net amount subject to federal income tax after deductions and exemptions.
Assumes ordinary income only.
** Excludes the impact of the phaseout of personal exemptions, limitations
on itemized deductions, and other credits, exclusions, and adjustments
which may increase a taxpayer's marginal tax rate. An increase in a
shareholder's marginal tax rate would increase that shareholder's
tax-equivalent yield.
A fund may invest a portion of its assets in obligations that are subject
to federal income tax. When a fund invests in these obligations, its
tax-equivalent yields will be lower. In the table above, tax-equivalent
yields are calculated assuming investments are 100% federally tax-free.
TOTAL RETURN CALCULATIONS. Total returns quoted in advertising reflect all
aspects of a fund's return, including the effect of reinvesting dividends
and capital gain distributions, and any change in the fund's NAV over a
stated period. Average annual total returns are calculated by determining
the growth or decline in value of a hypothetical historical investment in a
fund over a stated period, and then calculating the annually compounded
percentage rate that would have produced the same result if the rate of
growth or decline in value had been constant over the period. For example,
a cumulative total return of 100% over ten years would produce an average
annual total return of 7.18%, which is the steady annual rate of return
that would equal 100% growth on a compounded basis in ten years. While
average annual total returns are a convenient means of comparing investment
alternatives, investors should realize that a fund's performance is not
constant over time, but changes from year to year, and that average annual
total returns represent averaged figures as opposed to the actual
year-to-year performance of the fund.
In addition to average annual total returns, a fund may quote unaveraged or
cumulative total returns reflecting the simple change in value of an
investment over a stated period. Average annual and cumulative total
returns may be quoted as a percentage or as a dollar amount, and may be
calculated for a single investment, a series of investments, or a series of
redemptions, over any time period. Total returns may be broken down into
their components of income and capital (including capital gains and changes
in share price) in order to illustrate the relationship of these factors
and their contributions to total return. Total returns may be quoted on a
before-tax or after-tax basis. Total returns quoted for Aggressive
Municipal may or may not include the effect of the fund's 1%
redemption fee on shares held less than 180 days days. Excluding a fund's
redemption fee from a total return calculation produces a higher total
return figure. Total returns, yields, and other performance information may
be quoted numerically or in a table, graph, or similar illustration.
NET ASSET VALUE. Charts and graphs using a fund's net asset values,
adjusted net asset values, and benchmark indices may be used to exhibit
performance. An adjusted NAV includes any distributions paid by a fund and
reflects all elements of its return. Unless otherwise indicated, a fund's
adjusted NAVs are not adjusted for sales charges, if any.
HISTORICAL FUND RESULTS. The following tables show each fund's yields,
tax-equivalent yields, and total returns for periods ended November 30,
1995 ( High Yield Tax-Free) and December 31, 1995 (Limited Term
Municipal and Aggressive Municipal) . Total return figures for
Aggressive Municipal do not include the effect of the fund's 1%
redemption fee, applicable to shares held less than 180 days days.
The tax-equivalent yield is based on a 36 % federal income tax
rate. Note that each fund may invest in securities whose income is subject
to the federal alternative minimum tax.
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Average Annual Total Returns Cumulative Total Returns
30-Day Tax- One Five Ten One Five Ten
Yield Equivalent Year Years Years Year Years Years
Yield
Limited Term 4.46 % 6.97 % 14.84 % 8.10 % 7.94 % 14.84 % 47.64 % 114.69 %
Municipal
Average Annual Total Returns Cumulative Total Returns
30-Day Tax- One Five Ten One Five Ten
Yield Equivalent Year Years Years Year Years Years
Yield
High Yield 4.91 % 7.67 % 17.95 % 7.63 % 8.67 % 17.95 % 44.45 % 129.65 %
Tax-Free
Average Annual Total Returns Cumulative Total Returns
30-Day Tax- One Five Ten One Five Ten
Yield Equivalent Year Years Years Year Years Years
Yield
Aggressive 5.47 % 8.55 % 14.89 % 8.45 % 9.11 % 14.89 % 50.03 % 139.13 %
Municipal
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If FMR had not reimbursed certain fund expenses during these periods,
Aggressive Municipal 's and Limited Term Municipal's funds' ten
year total returns would have been lower.
The following table shows the income and capital elements of each fund's
cumulative total return. The table compares each fund's return to the
record of the Standard & Poor's Composite Index of 500 Stocks (S&P 500),
the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA), and the cost of living (measured
by the Consumer Price Index, or CPI) over the same period. The CPI
information is as of the month end closest to the initial investment date
for each fund. The S&P 500 and DJIA comparisons are provided to show how
each fund's total return compared to the record of a broad average of
common stocks and a narrower set of stocks of major industrial companies,
respectively, over the same period. Of course, since each fund invests in
fixed-income securities, common stocks represent a different type of
investment from the fund. Common stocks generally offer greater growth
potential than the funds, but generally experience greater price
volatility, which means greater potential for loss. In addition, common
stocks generally provide lower income than a fixed-income investment such
as the funds. Figures for the S&P 500 and DJIA are based on the prices of
unmanaged groups of stocks and, unlike the funds' returns, do not include
the effect of paying brokerage commissions or other costs of investing.
LIMITED TERM. During the ten year period ended December 31, 1995, a
hypothetical $10,000 investment in Limited Term would have grown to
$21, 469 , assuming all distributions were reinvested. This was a
period of fluctuating interest rates and bond prices and the figures below
should not be considered representative of the dividend income or capital
gain or loss that could be realized from an investment in the fund today.
LIMITED TERM INDICES
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Value of Value of Value of
Initial Reinvested Reinvested
Year Ended $10,000 Dividend Capital Gain Total S&P Cost of
December 31 Investment Distributions Distributions Value 500 DJIA Living
1995 $ 11,036 $ 9,418 $ 1,015 21,469 40,054 45,581 14,044
1994 10,124 7,640 931 18,695 29,114 33,338 13,696
1993 11,250 7,384 995 19,629 28,735 31,759 13,339
1992 10,811 6,165 513 17,489 26,104 27,146 12,983
1991 10,721 5,117 330 16,168 24,251 25,300 12,617
1990 10,439 4,024 78 14,541 18,585 20,347 12,242
1989 10,484 3,111 0 13,595 19,183 20,457 11,537
1988 10,394 2,214 0 12,608 14,567 15,526 11,025
1987 10,248 1,403 0 11,651 12,492 13,394 10,558
1986 10,788 731 0 11,519 11,868 12,703 10,110
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Explanatory Notes: With an initial investment of $10,000 made on December
31, 198 5 , the net amount invested in fund shares was $10,000. The
cost of the initial investment ($10,000), together with the aggregate cost
of reinvested dividends and capital gain distributions for the period
covered (their cash value at the time they were reinvested), amounted to
$2 0,061 . If distributions had not been reinvested, the amount of
distributions earned from the fund over time would have been smaller, and
cash payments for the period would have amounted to $ 6,454 for
dividends and $6 31 for capital gains distributions. Tax consequences
of different investments have not been factored into the above figures.
HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE. During the ten year period ended November 30, 1995, a
hypothetical $10,000 investment in High Yield Tax-Free would have grown to
$2 2,965 , assuming all distributions were reinvested. This was a
period of fluctuating interest rates and bond prices and the figures below
should not be considered representative of the dividend income or capital
gain or loss that could be realized from an investment in the fund today.
HIGH YIELD TAX-FREE INDICES
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Value of Value of Value of
Initial Reinvested Reinvested Cost
Year Ended $10,000 Dividend Capital Gain Total S&P of
November 30 Investment Distributions Distributions Value 500 DJIA Living
1995 $ 10,008 $ 10,512 $ 2,445 $ 22,965 $ 41,199 $ 47,557 $ 14,092
1994 8,983 8,293 2,195 19,471 30,077 34,192 13,752
1993 10,765 8,527 1,813 21,105 29,766 32,779 13,376
1992 10,350 7,050 1,458 18,858 27,035 28,578 13,028
1991 10,325 5,870 1,232 17,427 22,814 24,302 12,642
1990 10,260 4,709 929 15,898 18,956 20,777 12,275
1989 10,415 3,697 486 14,598 19,640 21,131 11,550
1988 9,935 2,576 453 12,964 15,010 15,910 11,037
1987 9,561 1,585 436 11,582 12,171 13,310 10,587
1986 11,204 882 35 12,121 12,768 13,479 10,128
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Explanatory Notes: With an initial investment of $10,000 made on November
30, 198 5 , the net amount invested in fund shares was $10,000. The
cost of the initial investment ($10,000), together with the aggregate cost
of reinvested dividends and capital gain distributions for the period
covered (their cash value at the time they were reinvested), amounted to
$2 3,186 . If distributions had not been reinvested, the amount of
distributions earned from the fund over time would have been smaller, and
cash payments for the period would have amounted to $ 6 , 864
for dividends and $1, 660 for capital gains distributions. Tax
consequences of different investments have not been factored into the above
figures.
AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL . During the ten year period ended
December 31, 1995, a hypothetical $10,000 investment in Aggressive
Municipal would have grown to $2 3,913 , assuming all
distributions were reinvested. This was a period of fluctuating interest
rates and bond prices and the figures below should not be considered
representative of the dividend income or capital gain or loss that could be
realized from an investment in the fund today.
AGGRESSIVE MUNICIPAL INDICES
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Value of Value of Value of
Initial Reinvested Reinvested
Period Ended $10,000 Dividend Capital Gain Total S&P Cost of
December 31 Investment Distributions Distributions Value 500 DJIA Living
1995 $ 10,947 $ 12,024 $ 942 $ 23,913 $ 40,054 $ 45,581 14,044
1994 10,141 9,801 872 20,814 29,114 33,338 13,696
1993 11,567 9,627 905 22,099 28,735 21,759 13,339
1992 11,144 8,003 301 19,448 26,104 27,146 12,983
1991 11,069 6,655 90 17,814 24,251 25,300 12,617
1990 10,772 5,216 0 15,938 18,585 20,347 12,242
1989 10,779 4,049 0 14,828 19,183 20,457 11,537
1988 10,629 2,912 0 13,541 14,567 15,526 11,025
1987 10,150 1,791 0 11,941 12,492 13,394 10,558
1986 10,844 930 0 11,774 11,868 12,703 10,110
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Explanatory Notes: With an initial investment of $10,000 made on
December 31, 1995, the net amount invested in fund shares was $10,000. The
cost of the initial investment ($10,000), together with the aggregate cost
of reinvested dividends and capital gain distributions for the period
covered (their cash value at the time they were reinvested), amounted to
$22,847. If distributions had not been reinvested, the amount of
distributions earned from the fund over time would have been smaller, and
cash payments for the period would have amounted to $7,933 for dividends
and $544 for capital gains distributions. Tax consequences of different
investments have not been factored into the above figures.
PERFORMANCE COMPARISONS. A fund's performance may be compared to the
performance of other mutual funds in general, or to the performance of
particular types of mutual funds. These comparisons may be expressed as
mutual fund rankings prepared by Lipper Analytical Services, Inc. (Lipper),
an independent service located in Summit, New Jersey that monitors the
performance of mutual funds. Lipper generally ranks funds on the basis of
total return, assuming reinvestment of distributions, but does not take
sales charges or redemption fees into consideration, and is prepared
without regard to tax consequences. Lipper may also rank funds based on
yield. In addition to the mutual fund rankings, a fund's performance may be
compared to stock, bond, and money market mutual fund performance indices
prepared by Lipper or other organizations. When comparing these indices, it
is important to remember the risk and return characteristics of each type
of investment. For example, while stock mutual funds may offer higher
potential returns, they also carry the highest degree of share price
volatility. Likewise, money market funds may offer greater stability of
principal, but generally do not offer the higher potential returns
available from stock mutual funds.
From time to time, a fund's performance may also be compared to other
mutual funds tracked by financial or business publications and periodicals.
For example, the fund may quote Morningstar, Inc. in its advertising
materials. Morningstar, Inc. is a mutual fund rating service that rates
mutual funds on the basis of risk-adjusted performance. Rankings that
compare the performance of Fidelity funds to one another in appropriate
categories over specific periods of time may also be quoted in advertising.
A fund may be compared in advertising to Certificates of Deposit (CDs) or
other investments issued by banks or other depository institutions. Mutual
funds differ from bank investments in several respects. For example, a fund
may offer greater liquidity or higher potential returns than CDs, a fund
does not guarantee your principal or your return, and fund shares are not
FDIC insured.
Fidelity may provide information designed to help individuals understand
their investment goals and explore various financial strategies. Such
information may include information about current economic, market, and
political conditions; materials that describe general principles of
investing, such as asset allocation, diversification, risk tolerance, and
goal setting; questionnaires designed to help create a personal financial
profile; worksheets used to project savings needs based on assumed rates of
inflation and hypothetical rates of return; and action plans offering
investment alternatives. Materials may also include discussions of
Fidelity's asset allocation funds and other Fidelity funds, products, and
services.
Ibbotson Associates of Chicago, Illinois (Ibbotson) provides historical
returns of the capital markets in the United States, including common
stocks, small capitalization stocks, long-term corporate bonds,
intermediate-term government bonds, long-term government bonds, Treasury
bills, the U.S. rate of inflation (Consumer Price Index), and combinations
of various capital markets. The performance of these capital markets is
based on the returns of different indices.
Fidelity funds may use the performance of these capital markets in order to
demonstrate general risk-versus-reward investment scenarios. Performance
comparisons may also include the value of a hypothetical investment in any
of these capital markets. The risks associated with the security types in
any capital market may or may not correspond directly to those of the
funds. Ibbotson calculates total returns in the same method as the funds.
The funds may also compare performance to that of other compilations or
indices that may be developed and made available in the future.
A fund may compare its performance or the performance of securities in
which it may invest to averages published by IBC USA (Publications), Inc.
of Ashland, Massachusetts. These averages assume reinvestment of
distributions. The IBC/Donoghue's MONEY FUND
AVERAGES(trademark)/Municipal, which is reported in the MONEY FUND
REPORT(registered trademark), covers over 395 tax-free money market funds.
The Bond Fund Report AverageS(trademark)(checkmark) Municipal which is
reported in the BOND FUND REPORT(registered trademark), covers over 559
Tax-Free bond funds. Wh en evaluating comparisons to money market funds,
investors should consider the relevant differences in investment objectives
and policies. Specifically, money market funds invest in short-term,
high-quality instruments and seek to maintain a stable $1.00 share price.
Bond funds, however, invests in longer-term instruments and its share price
changes daily in response to a variety of factors.
A fund may compare and contrast in advertising the relative advantages of
investing in a mutual fund versus an individual municipal bond. Unlike
tax-free mutual funds, individual municipal bonds offer a stated rate of
interest and, if held to maturity, repayment of principal. Although some
individual municipal bonds might offer a higher return, they do not offer
the reduced risk of a mutual fund that invests in many different
securities. The initial investment requirements and sales charges of many
tax-free mutual funds are lower than the purchase cost of individual
municipal bonds, which are generally issued in $5,000 denominations and are
subject to direct brokerage costs.
In advertising materials, Fidelity may reference or discuss its products
and services, which may include other Fidelity funds; retirement investing;
brokerage products and services; model portfolios or allocations; saving
for college or other goals; charitable giving; and the Fidelity credit
card. In addition, Fidelity may quote or reprint financial or business
publications and periodicals as they relate to current economic and
political conditions, fund management, portfolio composition, investment
philosophy, investment techniques, the desirability of owning a particular
mutual fund, and Fidelity services and products. Fidelity may also reprint,
and use as advertising and sales literature, articles from Fidelity Focus,
a quarterly magazine provided free of charge to Fidelity fund shareholders.
A fund may present its fund number, Quotron(trademark) number, and CUSIP
number, and discuss or quote its current portfolio manager.
VOLATILITY. A fund may quote various measures of volatility and benchmark
correlation in advertising. In addition, the fund may compare these
measures to those of other funds. Measures of volatility seek to compare
the fund's historical share price fluctuations or total returns to those of
a benchmark. Measures of benchmark correlation indicate how valid a
comparative benchmark may be. All measures of volatility and correlation
are calculated using averages of historical data. In advertising, a fund
may also discuss or illustrate examples of interest rate sensitivity.
MOMENTUM INDICATORS indicate a fund's price movements over specific periods
of time. Each point on the momentum indicator represents the fund's
percentage change in price movements over that period.
A fund may advertise examples of the effects of periodic investment plans,
including the principle of dollar cost averaging. In such a program, an
investor invests a fixed dollar amount in a fund at periodic intervals,
thereby purchasing fewer shares when prices are high and more shares when
prices are low. While such a strategy does not assure a profit or guard
against loss in a declining market, the investor's average cost per share
can be lower than if fixed numbers of shares are purchased at the same
intervals. In evaluating such a plan, investors should consider their
ability to continue purchasing shares during periods of low price levels.
As of December 31, 1995, FMR advised over $ 26.5 billion in
tax -free fund assets, $81 billion in money market fund assets, $240
billion in equity fund assets, $49 billion in international fund assets,
and $ 23 billion in Spartan fund assets. The funds may reference
the growth and variety of money market mutual funds and the adviser's
innovation and participation in the industry. The equity funds under
management figure represents the largest amount of equity fund assets under
management by a mutual fund investment adviser in the United States, making
FMR America's leading equity (stock) fund manager. FMR, its subsidiaries,
and affiliates maintain a worldwide information and communications network
for the purpose of researching and managing investments abroad.
In addition to performance rankings, each fund may compare its total
expense ratio to the average total expense ratio of similar funds tracked
by Lipper. A fund's total expense ratio is a significant factor in
comparing bond and money market investments because of its effect on yield.
ADDITIONAL PURCHASE AND REDEMPTION INFORMATION
Each fund is open for business and its net asset value per share (NAV) is
calculated each day the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is open for trading.
The NYSE has designated the following holiday closings for 1996: New Year's
Day , Presidents' Day (observed), Good Friday, Memorial Day (observed),
Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Although
FMR expects the same holiday schedule to be observed in the future, the
NYSE may modify its holiday schedule at any time. In addition, the funds
will not process wire purchases and redemptions on days when the Federal
Reserve Wire System is closed.
FSC normally determines each fund's NAV as of the close of the NYSE
(normally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time). However, NAV may be calculated earlier
if trading on the NYSE is restricted or as permitted by the Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC). To the extent that portfolio securities are
traded in other markets on days when the NYSE is closed, a fund's NAV may
be affected on days when investors do not have access to the fund to
purchase or redeem shares. In addition, trading in some of a fund's
portfolio securities may not occur on days when the fund is open for
business.
If the Trustees determine that existing conditions make cash payments
undesirable, redemption payments may be made in whole or in part in
securities or other property, valued for this purpose as they are valued in
computing a fund's NAV. Shareholders receiving securities or other property
on redemption may realize a gain or loss for tax purposes, and will incur
any costs of sale, as well as the associated inconveniences.
Pursuant to Rule 11a-3 under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the 1940
Act), each fund is required to give shareholders at least 60 days' notice
prior to terminating or modifying its exchange privilege. Under the Rule,
the 60-day notification requirement may be waived if (i) the only effect of
a modification would be to reduce or eliminate an administrative fee,
redemption fee, or deferred sales charge ordinarily payable at the time of
an exchange, or (ii) the fund suspends the redemption of the shares to be
exchanged as permitted under the 1940 Act or the rules and regulations
thereunder, or the fund to be acquired suspends the sale of its shares
because it is unable to invest amounts effectively in accordance with its
investment objective and policies.
In the Prospectus, each fund has notified shareholders that it reserves the
right at any time, without prior notice, to refuse exchange purchases by
any person or group if, in FMR's judgment, the fund would be unable to
invest effectively in accordance with its investment objective and
policies, or would otherwise potentially be adversely affected.
DISTRIBUTIONS AND TAXES
DISTRIBUTIONS. If you request to have distributions mailed to you and the
U.S. Postal Service cannot deliver your checks, or if your checks remain
uncashed for six months, Fidelity may reinvest your distributions at the
then-current NAV. All subsequent distributions will then be reinvested
until you provide Fidelity with alternate instructions.
DIVIDENDS. To the extent that each fund's income is designated as federally
tax-exempt interest, the daily dividends declared by the fund are also
federally tax-exempt. Short-term capital gains are distributed as dividend
income, but do not qualify for the dividends-received deduction. These
gains will be taxed as ordinary income. Each fund will send each
shareholder a notice in January describing the tax status of dividend and
capital gain distributions (if any) for the prior year.
Shareholders are required to report tax-exempt income on their federal tax
returns. Shareholders who earn other income, such as Social Security
benefits, may be subject to federal income tax on up to 85% of such
benefits to the extent that their income, including tax-exempt income,
exceeds certain base amounts.
Each fund purchases municipal securities that are free from federal income
tax based on opinions of counsel regarding their tax status. These opinions
generally will be based on covenants by the issuers or other parties
regarding continuing compliance with federal tax requirements. If at any
time the covenants are not complied with, distribution to shareholders of
interest on a security could become federally taxable retroactive to the
date the security was issued. For certain types of structure d
securities, opinions of counsel may also be based on the effect of the
structure on the federal tax treatment of the income.
As a result of the Tax Reform Act of 1986, interest on certain "private
activity" securities is subject to the federal alternative minimum tax
(AMT), although the interest continues to be excludable from gross income
for other tax purposes. Interest from private activity securities will be
considered tax-exempt for purposes of each fund's policies of investing so
that at least 80% of its assets are fully invested in federally tax-exempt
municipal securities (Limited term Municipal and Aggressive
Municipal ), and at least 80% of its income is free from federal
income tax (High Yield Tax-Free). Interest from private activity securities
is a tax preference item for the purposes of determining whether a taxpayer
is subject to the AMT and the amount of AMT to be paid, if any. Private
activity securities issued after August 7, 1986 to benefit a private or
industrial user or to finance a private facility are affected by this rule.
A portion of the gain on bonds purchased with market discount after April
30, 1993 and short-term capital gains distributed by each fund are taxable
to shareholders as dividends, not as capital gains. Dividend distributions
resulting from a recharacterization of gain from the sale of bonds
purchased with market discount after April 30, 1993 are not considered
income for purposes of High Yield Tax-Free fund's policy of investing so
that at least 80% of its income is free from federal income tax.
It is the current position of the staff of the Securities and Exchange
Commission that a fund which uses the word "tax-free" in its name may not
derive more than 20% of its income from municipal obligations that pay
interest that is a preference item for purposes of the AMT. According to
this position, at least 80% of High Yield Tax-Free's income distributions
would have to be exempt from the AMT as well as exempt from federal income
taxes.
Corporate investors should note that a tax preference item for purposes of
the corporate AMT is 75% of the amount by which adjusted current earnings
(which includes tax-exempt interest) exceeds the alternative minimum
taxable income of the corporation. If a shareholder receives an
exempt-interest dividend and sells shares at a loss after holding them for
a period of six months or less, the loss will be disallowed to the extent
of the amount of exempt-interest dividend.
CAPITAL GAIN DISTRIBUTIONS. Long-term capital gains earned by each fund on
the sale of securities and distributed to shareholders are federally
taxable as long-term capital gains, regardless of the length of time
shareholders have held their shares. If a shareholder receives a long-term
capital gain distribution on shares of a fund, and such shares are held six
months or less and are sold at a loss, the portion of the loss equal to the
amount of the long-term capital gain distribution will be considered a
long-term loss for tax purposes. Short-term capital gains distributed by
each fund are taxable to shareholders as dividends, not as capital gains.
As of December 31, 1995, Limited Term Municipal had a capital loss
carryfo rward aggregating approximately $5,210,000. This loss
carryforward, of which $4,136,000, and $1,074,000 will expire on
December 31, 2002 and 2003 , respectively, is available to
offset future capital gains.
As of November 30, 1995 , High Yield Tax-Free had a capital lo ss
carryforward aggregating approximately $815,000. This loss carryforward,
all of which will expire on November 30 , 2002 , is
available to offset future capital gains.
As of December 31, 1995 Aggressive Municipal had a capital los s
carryforward aggregating approximately $9,992,400. This loss carryforward,
of which $1,443,700 and $8,548,700 will expire on December 31,
2002 and 2003 , respectively, is available to offset future
capital gains.
TAX STATUS OF THE FUNDS. Each fund intends to qualify each year as a
"regulated investment company" for tax purposes so that it will not be
liable for federal tax on income and capital gains distributed to
shareholders. In order to qualify as a regulated investment company and
avoid being subject to federal income or excise taxes at the fund level,
each fund intends to distribute substantially all of its net investment
income and net realized capital gains within each calendar year as well as
on a fiscal year basis. Each fund intends to comply with other tax rules
applicable to regulated investment companies, including a requirement that
capital gains from the sale of securities held less than three months
constitute less than 30% of the fund's gross income for each fiscal year.
Gains from some futures contracts, and options are included in this 30%
calculation, which may limit a fund's investments in such instruments.
Limited Term is treated as a separate entity from the other funds of
Fidelity School Street Trust for tax purposes. High Yield Tax-Free is
treated as a separate entity from the other funds of Fidelity Court Street
Trust for tax purposes. Aggressive Municipal is treated as a
separate entity from the other funds of Fidelity Municipal Trust for
tax purposes.
OTHER TAX INFORMATION. The information above is only a summary of some of
the tax consequences generally affecting each fund and its shareholders,
and no attempt has been made to discuss individual tax consequences. In
addition to federal income taxes, shareholders may be subject to state and
local taxes on fund distributions, and shares may be subject to state and
local personal property taxes. Investors should consult their tax advisers
to determine whether a fund is suitable to their particular tax situation.
FMR
All of the stock of FMR is owned by FMR Corp., its parent organized in
1972. The voting common stock of FMR Corp. is divided into two classes.
Class B is held predominantly by members of the Edward C. Johnson 3d family
and is entitled to 49% of the vote on any matter acted upon by the voting
common stock. Class A is held predominantly by non-Johnson family member
employees of FMR Corp. and its affiliates and is entitled to 51% of the
vote on any such matter. The Johnson family group and all other Class B
shareholders have entered into a shareholders' voting agreement under which
all Class B shares will be voted in accordance with the majority vote of
Class B shares. Under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (1940 Act) ,
control of a company is presumed where one individual or group of
individuals owns more than 25% of the voting stock of that company.
Therefore, through their ownership of voting common stock and the execution
of the shareholders' voting agreement, members of the Johnson family may be
deemed, under the 1940 Act, to form a controlling group with respe ct to
FMR Corp.
At present, the principal operating activities of FMR Corp. are those
conducted by three of its divisions as follows: FSC, which is the transfer
and shareholder servicing agent for certain of the funds advised by FMR;
Fidelity Investments Institutional Operations Company, which performs
shareholder servicing functions for institutional customers and funds sold
through intermediaries; and Fidelity Investments Retail Marketing Company,
which provides marketing services to various companies within the Fidelity
organization.
Fidelity investment personnel may invest in securities for their own
account pursuant to a code of ethics that sets forth all employees'
fiduciary responsibilities regarding the funds, establishes procedures for
personal investing and restricts certain transactions. For example, all
personal trades in most securities require pre-clearance, and participation
in initial public offerings is prohibited. In addition, restrictions on the
timing of personal investing in relation to trades by Fidelity funds and on
short-term trading have been adopted.
TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS
The Trustees and executive officers of the trust are listed below. Except
as indicated, each individual has held the office shown or other offices in
the same company for the last five years. All persons named as Trustees
also serve in similar capacities for other funds advised by FMR. The
business address of each Trustee and officer who is an "interested person"
(as defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940) is 82 Devonshire Street,
Boston, Massachusetts 02109, which is also the address of FMR. The business
address of all the other Trustees is Fidelity Investments, P.O. Box 9235,
Boston, Massachusetts 02205-9235. Those Trustees who are "interested
persons" by virtue of their affiliation with either the trust or FMR are
indicated by an asterisk (*).
*EDWARD C. JOHNSON 3d (65), Trustee and President, is Chairman, Chief
Executive Officer and a Director of FMR Corp.; a Director and Chairman of
the Board and of the Executive Committee of FMR; Chairman and a Director of
FMR Texas Inc., Fidelity Management & Research (U.K.) Inc., and Fidelity
Management & Research (Far East) Inc.
*J. GARY BURKHEAD (54), Trustee and Senior Vice President, is President of
FMR; and President and a Director of FMR Texas Inc., Fidelity Management &
Research (U.K.) Inc., and Fidelity Management & Research (Far East) Inc.
RALPH F. COX (63), Trustee (1991), is a consultant to Western Mining
Corporation (1994). Prior to February 1994, he was President of Greenhill
Petroleum Corporation (petroleum exploration and production, 1990). Until
March 1990, Mr. Cox was President and Chief Operating Officer of Union
Pacific Resources Company (exploration and production). He is a Director of
Sanifill Corporation (non-hazardous waste, 1993) and CH2M Hill Companies
(engineering). In addition, he served on the Board of Directors of the
Norton Company (manufacturer of industrial devices, 1983-1990) and
continues to serve on the Board of Directors of the Texas State Chamber of
Commerce, and is a member of advisory boards of Texas A&M University and
the University of Texas at Austin.
PHYLLIS BURKE DAVIS (63), Trustee (1992). Prior to her retirement in
September 1991, Mrs. Davis was the Senior Vice President of Corporate
Affairs of Avon Products, Inc. She is currently a Director of BellSouth
Corporation (telecommunications), Eaton Corporation (manufacturing, 1991),
and the TJX Companies, Inc. (retail stores, 1990), and previously served as
a Director of Hallmark Cards, Inc. (1985-1991) and Nabisco Brands, Inc. In
addition, she is a member of the President's Advisory Council of The
University of Vermont School of Business Administration.
RICHARD J. FLYNN (71), Trustee, is a financial consultant. Prior to
September 1986, Mr. Flynn was Vice Chairman and a Director of the Norton
Company (manufacturer of industrial devices). He is currently a Trustee of
College of the Holy Cross and Old Sturbridge Village, Inc., and he
previously served as a Director of Mechanics Bank (1971-1995).
E. BRADLEY JONES (68), Trustee (1990). Prior to his retirement in 1984, Mr.
Jones was Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of LTV Steel Company. He is
a Director of TRW Inc. (original equipment and replacement products),
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (mining), Consolidated Rail Corporation, Birmingham
Steel Corporation, and RPM, Inc. (manufacturer of chemical products, 1990),
and he previously served as a Director of NACCO Industries, Inc. (mining
and marketing, 1985-1995) and Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc.
(1985-1995). In addition, he serves as a Trustee of First Union Real Estate
Investments, a Trustee and member of the Executive Committee of the
Cleveland Clinic Foundation, a Trustee and member of the Executive
Committee of University School (Cleveland), and a Trustee of Cleveland
Clinic Florida.
DONALD J. KIRK (63), Trustee, is Executive-in-Residence (1995) at Columbia
University Graduate School of Business and a financial consultant. From
1987 to January 1995, Mr. Kirk was a Professor at Columbia University
Graduate School of Business. Prior to 1987, he was Chairman of the
Financial Accounting Standards Board. Mr. Kirk is a Director of General Re
Corporation (reinsurance), and he previously served as a Director of
Valuation Research Corp. (appraisals and valuations, 1993-1995). In
addition, he serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National
Arts Stabilization Fund, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the
Greenwich Hospital Association, and as a Member of the Public Oversight
Board of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants' SEC
Practice Section (1995).
*PETER S. LYNCH (52), Trustee (1990) is Vice Chairman and Director of FMR
(1992). Prior to May 31, 1990, he was a Director of FMR and Executive Vice
President of FMR (a position he held until March 31, 1991); Vice President
of Fidelity Magellan Fund and FMR Growth Group Leader; and Managing
Director of FMR Corp. Mr. Lynch was also Vice President of Fidelity
Investments Corporate Services (1991-1992). He is a Director of W.R. Grace
& Co. (chemicals) and Morrison Knudsen Corporation (engineering and
construction). In addition, he serves as a Trustee of Boston College,
Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary, Historic Deerfield (1989) and Society
for the Preservation of New England Antiquities, and as an Overseer of the
Museum of Fine Arts of Boston (1990).
GERALD C. McDONOUGH (66), Trustee, is Chairman of G.M. Management Group
(strategic advisory services). Prior to his retirement in July 1988, he was
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Leaseway Transportation Corp.
(physical distribution services). Mr. McDonough is a Director of
ACME-Cleveland Corp. (metal working, telecommunications and electronic
products), Brush-Wellman Inc. (metal refining), York International Corp.
(air conditioning and refrigeration), Commercial Intertech Corp. (water
treatment equipment, 1992), and Associated Estates Realty Corporation (a
real estate investment trust, 1993).
EDWARD H. MALONE (71), Trustee. Prior to his retirement in 1985, Mr. Malone
was Chairman, General Electric Investment Corporation and a Vice President
of General Electric Company. He is a Director of Allegheny Power Systems,
Inc. (electric utility), General Re Corporation (reinsurance) and Mattel
Inc. (toy manufacturer). In addition, he serves as a Trustee of Corporate
Property Investors, the EPS Foundation at Trinity College, the Naples
Philharmonic Center for the Arts, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and
he is a member of the Advisory Boards of Butler Capital Corporation Funds
and Warburg, Pincus Partnership Funds.
MARVIN L. MANN (62), Trustee (1993) is Chairman of the Board, President,
and Chief Executive Officer of Lexmark International, Inc. (office
machines, 1991). Prior to 1991, he held the positions of Vice President of
International Business Machines Corporation ("IBM") and President and
General Manager of various IBM divisions and subsidiaries. Mr. Mann is a
Director of M.A. Hanna Company (chemicals, 1993) and Infomart (marketing
services, 1991), a Trammell Crow Co. In addition, he serves as the Campaign
Vice Chairman of the Tri-State United Way (1993) and is a member of the
University of Alabama President's Cabinet (1990).
THOMAS R. WILLIAMS (67), Trustee, is President of The Wales Group, Inc.
(management and financial advisory services). Prior to retiring in 1987,
Mr. Williams served as Chairman of the Board of First Wachovia Corporation
(bank holding company), and Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The
First National Bank of Atlanta and First Atlanta Corporation (bank holding
company). He is currently a Director of BellSouth Corporation
(telecommunications), ConAgra, Inc. (agricultural products), Fisher
Business Systems, Inc. (computer software), Georgia Power Company (electric
utility), Gerber Alley & Associates, Inc. (computer software), National
Life Insurance Company of Vermont, American Software, Inc., and AppleSouth,
Inc. (restaurants, 1992).
FRED L. HENNING, JR. (56), Vice President, is Vice President of Fidelity's
money market (1994) and fixed-income (1995) funds and Senior Vice President
of FMR Texas Inc.
DAVID MURPHY, is manager and Vice President of Limited Term Municipal,
which he has managed since December 1989. Mr. Murphy also manages Spartan
California Intermediate Municipal, Spartan Intermediate Municipal, Spartan
New Jersey High Yield Portfolio, Spartan New York Intermediate Municipal,
and Spartan Short-Intermediate Municipal. Mr. Murphy joined Fidelity in
1989.
ARTHUR S. LORING (48), Secretary, is Senior Vice President (1993) and
General Counsel of FMR, Vice President-Legal of FMR Corp., and Vice
President and Clerk of FDC.
KENNETH A. RATHGEBER (48), Treasurer (1995), is Treasurer of the Fidelity
funds and is an employee of FMR (1995). Before joining FMR, Mr. Rathgeber
was a Vice President of Goldman Sachs & Co. (1978-1995), where he served in
various positions, including Vice President of Proprietary Accounting
(1988-1992), Global Co-Controller (1992-1994), and Chief Operations Officer
of Goldman Sachs (Asia) LLC (1994-1995)
JOHN H. COSTELLO (49), Assistant Treasurer, is an employee of FMR.
LEONARD M. RUSH (49), Assistant Treasurer (1994), is an employee of FMR
(1994). Prior to becoming Assistant Treasurer of the Fidelity funds, Mr.
Rush was Chief Compliance Officer of FMR Corp. (1993-1994); Chief Financial
Officer of Fidelity Brokerage Services, Inc. (1990-1993); and Vice
President, Assistant Controller, and Director of the Accounting Department
- - First Boston Corp. (1986-1990).
The following table sets forth information describing the compensation of
each current non-interested trustee of each fund for his or her services as
trustee for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1995 (Limited Term and
Aggressive Municipal) and November 30, 1995 (High Yield Tax-Free).
COMPENSATION TABLE
Aggregate Compensation
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J. Gary Ralph F. Phyllis Richard Edward C. E. Donald Peter S. Gerald C. Edward Marvin L. Thomas
Burkhead** Cox Burke J. Flynn Johnson 3d** Bradley J. Kirk Lynch** McDonough H. Mann R.
Davis Jones Malone Williams
Limited $ 0 $ 385 $ 376 $ 481 $ 0 $ 385 $ 396 $ 0 $ 386 $ 385 $ 385 $ 376
Term
Municipa l
High Yield 0 734 718 919 0 735 755 0 736 734 734 718
Tax-Free
Aggressive 0 359 351 450 0 359 369 0 360 359 359 351
Municipal
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Trustees Pension or Estimated Annual Total
Retirement Benefits Upon Compensation
Benefits Accrued Retirement from from the Fund
as Part of Fund the Fund Complex*
Expenses from the Complex*
Fund Complex*
J. Gary Burkhead** $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Ralph F. Cox 5,200 52,000 12 8 ,000
Phyllis Burke Davis 5,200 52,000 1 25 , 0 00
Richard J. Flynn 0 52,000 1 60 , 5 00
Edward C. Johnson 3d** 0 0 0
E. Bradley Jones 5,200 49,400 12 8 , 0 00
Donald J. Kirk 5,200 52,000 12 9 , 5 00
Peter S. Lynch** 0 0 0
Gerald C. McDonough 5,200 52,000 12 8 ,000
Edward H. Malone 5,200 44,200 128,000
Marvin L. Mann 5,200 52,000 12 8 ,000
Thomas R. Williams 5,200 52,000 12 5 , 0 00
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* Infor mation is as December 31, 1995 for 2 19 funds in the
complex.
** Interested trustees of the fund are compensated by FMR.
The non-interested Trustees may elect to defer receipt of all or a
percentage of their annual fees in accordance with the terms of a Deferred
Compensation Plan (the "Plan"). Under the Plan, compensation deferred by a
Trustee is periodically adjusted as though an equivalent amount had been
invested and reinvested in shares of one or more funds in the complex
designated by such Trustee. The amount paid to the Trustee under the Plan
will be determined based upon the performance of such investments. Deferral
of Trustees' fees in accordance with the Plan will have a negligible effect
on the fund's assets, liabilities, and net income per share, and will not
obligate the fund to retain the services of any Trustee or to pay any
particular level of compensation to the Trustee. The fund may invest in
such designated securities without shareholder approval.
Under a retirement program adopted in July 1988, the non-interested
Trustees, upon reaching age 72, become eligible to participate in a
retirement program under which they receive payments during their lifetime
from a fund based on their basic trustee fees and length of service. The
obligation of a fund to make such payments is not secured or funded.
Trustees become eligible if, at the time of retirement, they have served on
the Board for at least five years. Currently, Messrs. Ralph S. Saul,
William R. Spaulding, Bertram H. Witham, and David L. Yunich, all former
non-interested Trustees, receive retirement benefits under the program.
On December 31, 1995, th e Trustees and officers of each fund owned,
in the aggregate, less than 1 % of each fund's total outstanding
shares.
MANAGEMENT CONTRACTS
Each fund employs FMR to furnish investment advisory and other services.
Under its management contract with each fund, FMR acts as investment
adviser and, subject to the supervision of the Board of Trustees, directs
the investments of each fund in accordance with its investment objective,
policies, and limitations. FMR also provides each fund with all necessary
office facilities and personnel for servicing each fund's investments,
compensates all officers of each fund and all Trustees who are "interested
persons" of the trusts or of FMR, and all personnel of each fund or FMR
performing services relating to research, statistical, and investment
activities.
In addition, FMR or its affiliates, subject to the supervision of the Board
of Trustees, provide the management and administrative services necessary
for the operation of each fund. These services include providing facilities
for maintaining each fund's organization; supervising relations with
custodians, transfer and pricing agents, accountants, underwriters, and
other persons dealing with each fund; preparing all general shareholder
communications and conducting shareholder relations; maintaining each
fund's records and the registration of each fund's shares under federal and
state laws; developing management and shareholder services for each fund;
and furnishing reports, evaluations, and analyses on a variety of subjects
to the Trustees.
In addition to the management fee payable to FMR and the fees payable to
UMB, each fund pays all of its expenses, without limitation, that are not
assumed by those parties. Each fund pays for the typesetting, printing, and
mailing of its proxy materials to shareholders, legal expenses, and the
fees of the custodian, auditor and non-interested Trustees. Although each
fund's current management contract provides that each fund will pay for
typesetting, printing, and mailing prospectuses, statements of additional
information, notices, and reports to shareholders, the trust, on behalf of
each fund has entered into a revised transfer agent agreement with UMB,
pursuant to which UMB bears the costs of providing these services to
existing shareholders. Other expenses paid by each fund include interest,
taxes, brokerage commissions, and each fund's proportionate share of
insurance premiums and Investment Company Institute dues. Each fund is also
liable for such non-recurring expenses as may arise, including costs of any
litigation to which each fund may be a party, and any obligation it may
have to indemnify its officers and Trustees with respect to litigation.
FMR is Limited Term Municipal 's manager pursuant to a management
contract dated January 1, 1995, which was approved by shareholders on
December 14, 1994. FMR is High Yield Tax-Free 's manager pursuant to
a management contract dated December 1, 1994, which was approved by
shareholders on November 16, 1994. FMR is Aggressive Municipal 's
manager pursuant to a management contract dated March 1, 1993, which was
approved by shareholders on February 17, 1993.
For the services of FMR under its management contract, Limited Term pays a
monthly management fee to FMR at the annual rate of .10% of the fund's
average net assets throughout the month plus 5% of the fund's gross income
throughout the month. For this purpose, gross income includes interest
accrued on portfolio obligations, adjusted for amortization of purchase
premium, but excludes adjustments for purchase discount on portfolio
obligations. Prior to January 1, 1995, the date of the contract, Limited
Term Municipal paid FMR a monthly management fee at an annual rate of
.15% of its average net assets throughout the month plus 5% of its gross
income throughout the month. Effective July 1, 1993, FMR voluntarily agreed
to limit the management fee of Limited Term Municipal to that reflected in
its current management contract.
For the services of FMR under the contract, Aggressive Municipal and High
Yield Tax-Free each pays FMR a monthly management fee composed of the sum
of two elements: a group fee rate and an individual fund fee rate.
The group fee rate is based on the monthly average net assets of all of the
registered investment companies with which FMR has management contracts and
is calculated on a cumulative basis pursuant to the graduated fee rate
schedule shown below on the left. The schedule below on the right shows the
effective annual group fee rate at various asset levels which is the result
of cumulatively applying the annualized rates on the left. For example, the
effective annual fee rate at $ 366.9 billion of group net assets -
their appro ximate level for December 1995 - was .1482 %, which
is the weighted average of the respective fee rates for each level of group
net assets up to $ 366.9 billion.
GROUP FEE RATE SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE ANNUAL FEE RATES
Average Group Annualized Group Net Effective Annual
Assets Rate Assets Fee Rate
$ 0 - 3 billion .3700% $ 0.5 billion .3700%
3 - 6 .3400 25 .2664
6 - 9 .3100 50 .2188
9 - 12 .2800 75 .1986
12 - 15 .2500 100 .1869
15 - 18 .2200 125 .1793
18 - 21 .2000 150 .1736
21 - 24 .1900 175 .1695
24 - 30 .1800 200 .1658
30 - 36 .1750 225 .1629
36 - 42 .1700 250 .1604
42 - 48 .1650 275 .1583
48 - 66 .1600 300 .1565
66 - 84 .1550 325 .1548
84 - 120 .1500 350 .1533
120 - 174 .1450 400 .1507
174 - 228 .1400
228 - 282 .1375
282 - 336 .1350
Over 336 .1325
Prior to December 1, 1994 for High Yield Tax-Free and under Aggressive
Municipal's current management contract with FMR, the group fee rate was
based on a schedule with breakpoints ending at .1400% for average group
assets in excess of $174 billion. The group fee rate breakpoints shown
above for average group assets in excess of $120 billion and under $228
billion were voluntarily adopted by FMR on January 1, 1992. The additional
breakpoints shown above for average group assets in excess of $228 billion
were voluntarily adopted by FMR on November 1, 1993.
On August 1, 1994, FMR voluntarily revised the prior extensions to the
group fee rate schedule, and added new breakpoints for average group assets
in excess of $156 billion and under $372 billion as shown in the schedule
below. The revised group fee rate schedule was identical to the above
schedule for average group assets under $156 billion. High Yield Tax-Free's
current management contract and the revised group fee rate schedule for
Aggressive Municipal reflects the group fee rate schedule above for average
group assets under $156 billion and the group fee rate schedule below for
average group assets in excess of $156 billion and under $372 billion.
On January 1, 1996, FMR voluntarily added new breakpoints to the revised
schedule for average group assets in excess of $372 billion, pending
shareholder approval of a new management contract reflecting the additional
breakpoints. The revised group fee rate schedule and its extensions provide
for lower management fee rates as FMR's assets under management increase.
The revised group fee rate schedule for average group assets in excess of
$156 billion and up to $372 billion with additional breakpoints voluntarily
adopted by FMR for average group assets in excess of $372 billion is as
follows:
GROUP FEE RATE SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE ANNUAL FEE RATES
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$ 120 - 156 billion .1450% $150 billion .1736%
156 - 192 .1400 175 .1690
192 - 228 .1350 200 .1652
228 - 264 .1300 225 .1618
264 - 300 .1275 250 .1587
300 - 336 .1250 275 .1560
336 - 372 .1225 300 .1536
372 - 408 .1200 325 .1514
408 - 444 .1175 350 .1494
444 - 480 .1150 375 .1476
480 - 516 .1125 400 .1459
Over 516 .1100 425 .1443
450 .1427
475 .1413
500 .1399
525 .1385
550 .1372
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The individual fund fee rate is .30% for Aggressive Municipal and
.25% for High Yield Tax-Free. Based on the average group net assets of the
funds advised by FMR for December 1995, the annual management fee rate
would be calculated as follows:
High Yield Tax-Free
Group Fee Rate Individual Fund Fee Rate Management Fee Rate
. 1482 % + .25% = . 3982 %
Aggressive Municipal
Group Fee Rate Individual Fund Fee Rate Management Fee Rate
.1482% + . 30 % = .4482%
One-twelfth of this annual management fee rate is applied to each fund's
net assets averaged for the most recent month, giving a dollar amount,
which is the fee for that month.
The table below shows the management fees paid to FMR by each fund for the
last three fiscal years.
Limited Term Municipal Management Fees as a
Years Ended, December 31 Management Fees % of Average Net Assets
199 5 $ 3,640,000 .39%
1994 $ 4,081,000 .40%
1993 $ 4,805,000 .41%
High Yield Tax-Free Management Fees as a
Years Ended, November 30 Management Fees % of Average Net Assets
19 95 $ 7,127,000 .40%
1994 $ 7,976,000 .41%
1993 $8,997,000 .42%
Aggressive Municipal Management Fees as a
Years Ended, December 31 Management Fees % of Average Net Assets
1 995 $ 3,996,000 .45%
1994 $ 4,042,000 .46%
1993 $ 4,149,000 .47%
FMR may, from time to time, voluntarily reimburse all or a portion of each
fund's operating expenses (exclusive of interest, taxes, brokerage
commissions, and extraordinary expenses). FMR retains the ability to be
repaid for these expense reimbursements in the amount that expenses fall
below the limit prior to the end of the fiscal year. Expense reimbursements
by FMR will increase each fund's total returns and yield and repayment of
the reimbursement by each fund will lower its total returns and yield.
To comply with the California Code of Regulations, FMR will reimburse each
fund if and to the extent that each fund's aggregate annual operating
expenses exceed specified percentages of its average net assets. The
applicable percentages are 2 1/2% of the first $30 million, 2% of the next
$70 million, and 1 1/2% of average net assets in excess of $100 million.
When calculating each fund's expenses for purposes of this regulation, each
fund may exclude interest, taxes, brokerage commissions, and extraordinary
expenses, as well as a portion of its distribution plan expenses and
custodian fees attributable to investments in foreign securities.
DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICE PLANS
The Trustees have approved Distribution and Service Plans on behalf of
the funds (the Plans) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company
Act of 1940 (the Rule). The Rule provides in substance that a mutual
fund may not engage directly or indirectly in financing any activity that
is primarily intended to result in the sale of shares of a fund except
pursuant to a plan approved on behalf of the fund under the Rule. The
Plans, as approved by the Trustees, allow the funds and FMR to incur
certain expenses that might be considered to constitute indirect payment by
the funds of distribution expenses.
Under each Plan, if the payment of management fees by the funds to FMR is
deemed to be indirect financing by the funds of the distribution of their
shares, such payment is authorized by the Plans. Each Plan also
specifically recognizes that FMR, either directly or through FDC, may use
its management fee revenue, past profits, or other resources, without
limitation, to pay promotional and administrative expenses in connection
with the offer and sale of shares of each fund. In addition, each Plan
provides that FMR may use its resources, including its management fee
revenues, to make payments to third parties that assist in selling shares
of each fund, or to third parties, including banks, that render shareholder
support services.
Payments made by FMR to third parties during the fiscal year ended
December 31, 1995 amounted to $5,000 Aggressive Municipal , and
$33,000 Limited Term Municipal .
Payments made by FMR to third parties during the fiscal year ended November
30, 1995 amounted to $16,000 High Yield Tax-Free .
Prior to approving each Plan, the Trustees carefully considered all
pertinent factors relating to the implementation of the Plan, and have
determined that there is a reasonable likelihood that the Plan will benefit
the fund and its shareholders. In particular, the Trustees noted that the
Plans do not authorize payments by a fund other than those made to FMR
under its management contract with the fund. To the extent that each Plan
gives FMR and FDC greater flexibility in connection with the distribution
of shares of each fund, additional sales of fund shares may result.
Furthermore, certain shareholder support services may be provided more
effectively under the Plans by local entities with whom shareholders have
other relationships.
Each plan was approved by shareholders on December 30, 1986 (Aggressive
Municipal ), January 20, 1987 (High Yield Tax-Free), and February 24,
1987 (Limited Term Municipal).
The Glass-Steagall Act generally prohibits federally and state chartered or
supervised banks from engaging in the business of underwriting, selling, or
distributing securities. Although the scope of this prohibition under the
Glass-Steagall Act has not been clearly defined by the courts or
appropriate regulatory agencies, FDC believes that the Glass-Steagall Act
should not preclude a bank from performing shareholder support services, or
servicing and recordkeeping functions. FDC intends to engage banks only to
perform such functions. However, changes in federal or state statutes and
regulations pertaining to the permissible activities of banks and their
affiliates or subsidiaries, as well as further judicial or administrative
decisions or interpretations, could prevent a bank from continuing to
perform all or a part of the contemplated services. If a bank were
prohibited from so acting, the Trustees would consider what actions, if
any, would be necessary to continue to provide efficient and effective
shareholder services. In such event, changes in the operation of the funds
might occur, including possible termination of any automatic investment or
redemption or other services then provided by the bank. It is not expected
that shareholders would suffer any adverse financial consequences as a
result of any of these occurrences. In addition, state securities laws on
this issue may differ from the interpretations of federal law expressed
herein, and banks and financial institutions may be required to register as
dealers pursuant to state law.
Each fund may execute portfolio transactions with, and purchase securities
issued by, depository institutions that receive payments under the Plans.
No preference for the instruments of such depository institutions will be
shown in the selection of investments.
CONTRACTS WITH FMR AFFILIATES
UMB Bank, n.a. (UMB) is each fund's custodian and transfer agent. UMB has
entered into sub-contracts with FSC, an affiliate of FMR, under the terms
of which FSC performs the processing activities associated with providing
transfer agent and shareholder servicing functions for each fund. Under the
sub-contracts, FSC bears the expense of typesetting, printing, and mailing
prospectuses, statements of additional information, and all other reports,
notices, and statements to shareholders, with the exception of proxy
statements. FSC also pays all out-of-pocket expenses associated with
transfer agent services.
Under this arrangement, FSC receives annual account fees and asset-based
fees for each retail account and certain institutional accounts based on
account size. With respect to certain institutional retirement accounts,
FSC receives asset-based fees only. With respect to certain other
institutional retirement accounts, FSC receives annual account fees and
asset based fees based on fund type. In addition, these fees are subject
to increase based on postal rate changes. FSC collects small account
fees from certain accounts with balances of less than $2,500.
UMB has an additional sub-contract with FSC, pursuant to which FSC performs
the calculations necessary to determine each fund's net asset value per
share and dividends and maintains each fund's accounting records. The
annual fee rates for these pricing and bookkeeping services are based on
each fund's average net assets, and are presented in the table below.
Pricing and Bookkeeping Annual Fee Rates
$0 - $500 Greater Than Minimum Maximum
Million $500 Million Per Year Per Year
.04% .02% 60 ,000 800 ,000
Pricing and bookkeeping fees, including reimbursement for out-of-pocket
expenses, paid to FSC for fiscal 1995, 1994, and 1993 are indicated in the
table below.
Pricing and Bookkeeping Fees
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Fidelity Limited Term Municipal $ 312 ,000 $ 338,000 $ 380,000
Income Fund
Fidelity High Yield Tax-Free Fund $ 460,000 $ 495,000 $ 537,000
Fidelity Aggressive Municipal $ 301,000 $ 306,000 $ 282,000
Fund
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The pricing and bookkeeping fees described above are paid to FSC by UMB,
which is entitled to reimbursement from the funds for these expenses.
Each fund has a distribution agreement with FDC, a Massachusetts
corporation organized on July 18, 1960. FDC is a broker-dealer registered
under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and is a member of the National
Association of Securities Dealers, Inc. The distribution agreement calls
for FDC to use all reasonable efforts, consistent with its other business,
to secure purchasers for shares of each fund, which are continuously
offered at net asset value. Promotional and administrative expenses in
connection with the offer and sale of shares are paid by FMR.
FDC also collects Aggressive Municipal's 1% redemption fee for shares
held less than 180 days. When redeemed, shares acquired through the
reinvestment of dividends and capital gains are exempt from the redemption
fee. For fiscal 1995, 1994, and 1993, FDC collected redemption fees
totaling $166,032, $255,161 and $161,376, respectively.
DESCRIPTION OF THE TRUSTS
TRUSTS' ORGANIZATION. Fidelity Aggressive Municipal Fund is a fund of
Fidelity Municipal Trust, an open-end management investment company
originally organized as a Maryland corporation on November 22, 1976 and
reorganized as a Massachusetts business trust on June 22, 1984, at which
time its name changed from Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund, Inc. to Fidelity
Municipal Bond Fund. On March 1, 1986, the trust's name was changed to
Fidelity Municipal Trust. Currently, there are seven funds of Fidelity
Municipal Trust: Fidelity Municipal Bond Portfolio; Fidelity Aggressive
Municipal Fund; Fidelity Insured Tax-Free Portfolio; Fidelity Ohio Tax-Free
High Yield Fund; Fidelity Michigan Tax-Free High Yield Fund; Fidelity
Minnesota Tax-Free Portfolio; and Spartan Pennsylvania High Yield Municipal
Portfolio.
Fidelity High Yield Tax-Free Fund is a fund of Fidelity Court Street Trust,
an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts
business trust on April 21, 1977. On August 1, 1987, the trust's name was
changed from Fidelity High Yield Municipals to Fidelity Court Street Trust.
Currently, there are four funds of the trust: Fidelity High Yield Tax-Free
Fund, Spartan Connecticut Municipal High Yield Portfolio, Spartan New
Jersey Municipal High Yield Portfolio, and Spartan Florida Municipal Income
Portfolio.
Fidelity Limited Term Municipal Fund is a fund of Fidelity School Street
Trust, an open-end management investment company organized as a
Massachusetts business trust on September 10, 1976 under the name Fidelity
Municipal Bond Fund. The trust's name was changed to Fidelity Mid-Term
Municipals on February 28, 1977. The trust's name was later changed to
Fidelity Limited-Term Municipals on April 15, 1977 and to Fidelity School
Street Trust on June 17, 1993. Currently, there are two funds of the trust:
Fidelity Limited Term Municipal Income Fund and Spartan Bond Strategist.
The Declarations of trust permit the Trustees to create additional funds.
In the event that FMR ceases to be the investment adviser to a trust or a
fund, the right of the trust or fund to use the identifying name
"Fidelity"may be withdrawn. There is a remote possibility that one fund
might become liable for any misstatement in its prospectus or statement of
additional information about another fund.
The assets of each trust received for the issue or sale of shares of each
of its funds and all income, earnings, profits, and proceeds thereof,
subject only to the rights of creditors, are especially allocated to such
fund, and constitute the underlying assets of such fund. The underlying
assets of each fund are segregated on the books of account, and are to be
charged with the liabilities with respect to such fund and with a share of
the general liabilities of their respective trusts. Expenses with respect
to each trust are to be allocated in proportion to the asset value of their
respective funds, except where allocations of direct expense can otherwise
be fairly made. The officers of each trust, subject to the general
supervision of the Boards of Trustees, have the power to determine which
expenses are allocable to a given fund, or which are general or allocable
to all of the funds of a certain trust. In the event of the dissolution or
liquidation of a trust, shareholders of each fund of that trust are
entitled to receive as a class the underlying assets of such fund available
for distribution.
SHAREHOLDER AND TRUSTEE LIABILITY. Each trust is an entity of the type
commonly known as "Massachusetts business trust." Under Massachusetts law,
shareholders of such a trust may, under certain circumstances, be held
personally liable for the obligations of the trust. Each Declaration of
Trust provides that the trust shall not have any claim against shareholders
except for the payment of the purchase price of shares and requires that
each agreement, obligation, or instrument entered into or executed by the
trust or its Trustees shall include a provision limiting the obligations
created thereby to the trust and its assets. Each Declaration of Trust
provides for indemnification out of each fund's property of any shareholder
held personally liable for the obligations of the fund. Each Declaration of
Trust also provides that its funds shall, upon request, assume the defense
of any claim made against any shareholder for any act or obligation of the
fund and satisfy any judgment thereon. Thus, the risk of a shareholder
incurring financial loss on account of shareholder liability is limited to
circumstances in which the fund itself would be unable to meet its
obligations. FMR believes that, in view of the above, the risk of personal
liability to shareholders is remote.
Each Declaration of Trust further provides that the Trustees, if they have
exercised reasonable care, will not be liable for any neglect or
wrongdoing, but nothing in the Declarations of T rust protect
Trustees against any liability to which they would otherwise be subject by
reason of willful misfeasance, bad faith, gross negligence, or reckless
disregard of the duties involved in the conduct of their office.
VOTING RIGHTS. Each fund's capital consists of shares of beneficial
interest. As a shareholder, you receive one vote for each dollar value of
net asset value you own. The shares have no preemptive or conversion
rights; the voting and dividend rights, the right of redemption, and the
privilege of exchange are described in the Prospectus. Shares are fully
paid and nonassessable, except as set forth under the heading "Shareholder
and Trustee Liability" above. Shareholders representing 10% or more of a
trust or fund may, as set forth in the Declarations of trust, call meetings
of a trust or fund for any purpose related to the trust or fund, as the
case may be, including, in the case of a meeting of an entire trust, the
purpose of voting on removal of one or more Trustees. Each trust or fund
may be terminated upon the sale of its assets to another open-end
management investment company, or upon liquidation and distribution of its
assets, if approved by vote of the holders of a majority of the trust or
the fund, as determined by the current value of each shareholder's
investment in the fund or trust. If not so terminated, each trust or fund
will continue indefinitely. Each fund of Fidelity Court Street Trust and
Fidelity School Street Trust may invest all of its assets in another
investment company.
CUSTODIAN. UMB Bank n.a. , 1010 Grand Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri
is custodian of the assets of the fund. The custodian is responsible for
the safekeeping of a fund's assets and the appointment of the subcustodian
banks and clearing agencies. The custodian takes no part in determining the
investment policies of a fund or in deciding which securities are purchased
or sold by a fund. However, a fund may invest in obligations of the
custodian and may purchase securities from or sell securities to the
custodian.
FMR, its officers and directors, its affiliated companies, and the Board of
Trustees may, from time to time, conduct transactions with various banks,
including banks serving as custodians for certain funds advised by FMR.
Transactions that have occurred to date include mortgages and personal and
general business loans. In the judgment of FMR, the terms and conditions of
those transactions were not influenced by existing or potential custodial
or other fund relationships.
AUDITOR. Coopers & Lybrand L.L.P., One Post Office Square, Boston,
Massachusetts, serves as each trust's independent accountant. The auditor
examines financial statements for the funds and provides other audit, tax
and related services.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Each funds' financial statements and financial highlights for the fiscal
years ended November 30, 1995 (High Yield Tax-Free) and December 31, 1995
(Aggressive Municipal and Limited Term Municipal ) are included in the
fund's Annual Report, which are separate reports supplied with this
Statement of Additional Information. The funds' financial statements and
financial highlights are incorporated herein by reference.
APPENDIX
DOLLAR-WEIGHTED AVERAGE MATURITY is derived by multiplying the value of
each investment by the number of days remaining to its maturity, adding
these calculations, and then dividing the total by the value of the fund's
portfolio. An obligation's maturity is typically determined on a stated
final maturity basis, although there are some exceptions to this rule.
For example, if its is probable that the issuer of an instrument will take
advantage of a maturity-shortening device, such as a call, refunding, or
redemption provision, the date on which the instrument will probably be
called, refunded, or redeemed may be considered to be its maturity date.
When a municipal bond issuer has committed to call an issue of bonds and
has established an independent escrow account that is sufficient to, and is
pledged to, refund that issue, the number of days to maturity for the
prerefunded bond is considered to be the number of days to the announced
call date of the bonds.
DESCRIPTION OF MOODY'S INVESTORS SERVICE, INC.'S MUNICIPAL BOND RATINGS:
AAA - Bonds which are rated Aaa are judged to be of the best quality. They
carry the smallest degree of investment risk and are generally referred to
as "gilt edged." Interest payments are protected by a large or by an
exceptionally stable margin and principal is secure. While the various
protective elements are likely to change, such changes as can be visualized
are most unlikely to impair the fundamentally strong position of such
issues.
AA - Bonds which are rated Aa are judged to be of high quality by all
standards. Together with the Aaa group they comprise what are generally
known as high-grade bonds. They are rated lower than the best bonds because
margins of protection may not be as large as in Aaa securities or
fluctuation of protective elements may be of greater amplitude or there may
be other elements present which make the long-term risks appear somewhat
larger than the Aaa securities.
A - Bonds which are rated A possess many favorable investment attributes
and are to be considered as upper-medium-grade obligations. Factors giving
security to principal and interest are considered adequate but elements may
be present which suggest a susceptibility to impairment sometime in the
future.
BAA - Bonds which are rated Baa are considered as medium-grade obligations,
(i.e., they are neither highly protected nor poorly secured). Interest
payments and principal security appear adequate for the present but certain
protective elements may be lacking or may be characteristically unreliable
over any great length of time. Such bonds lack outstanding investment
characteristics and in fact have speculative characteristics as well.
BA - Bonds which are rated Ba are judged to have speculative elements;
their future cannot be considered as well assured. Often the protection of
interest and principal payments may be very moderate and thereby not well
safeguarded during both good and bad times over the future. Uncertainty of
position characterizes bonds in this class.
B - Bonds which are rated B generally lack characteristics of the desirable
investment. Assurance of interest and principal payments or of maintenance
of other terms of the contract over any long period of time may be small.
CAA - Bonds which are rated Caa are of poor standing. Such issues may be in
default or there may be present elements of danger with respect to
principal or interest.
CA - Bonds which are rated Ca represent obligations which are speculative
in a high degree. Such issues are often in default or have other marked
short-comings.
C - Bonds which are rated C are the lowest-rated class of bonds and issues
so rated can be regarded as having extremely poor prospects of ever
attaining any real investment standing.
There are nine basic rating categories for long-term obligations. They
range from AAA (highest quality) to C (lowest quality). Those bonds within
the AA, A, BAA, BA and B categories that Moody's believes possess the
strongest credit attributes within those categories are designated by the
symbols AA1, A1, BAA1, BA1 and B1.
DESCRIPTION OF STANDARD & POOR'S MUNICIPAL BOND RATINGS:
AAA - Debt rated AAA has the highest rating assigned by Standard & Poor's
to a debt obligation. Capacity to pay interest and repay principal is
extremely strong.
AA - Debt rated AA has a very strong capacity to pay interest and repay
principal and differs from the higher-rated issues only in small degree.
A - Debt rated A has a strong capacity to pay interest and repay principal,
although it is somewhat more susceptible to the adverse effects of changes
in circumstances and economic conditions than debt in higher rated
categories.
BBB - Debt rated BBB is regarded as having an adequate capacity to pay
interest and repay principal. Whereas it normally exhibits adequate
protection parameters, adverse economic conditions or changing
circumstances are more likely to lead to a weakened capacity to pay
interest and repay principal for debt in this category than in higher-rated
categories.
BB - Debt rate d BB has less near-term vulnerability to default than
other speculative issues. However, it faces major ongoing uncertainties or
exposure to adverse business, financial, or economic conditions which could
lead to inadequate capacity to meet timely interest and principal payments.
The BB rating category is also used for debt subordinated to senior debt
that is assigned an actual or implied BBB- rating.
B - Debt rated B has a greater vulnerability to default but currently has
the capacity to meet interest payments and principal repayments. Adverse
business, financial, or economic conditions will likely impair capacity or
willingness to pay interest and repay principal. The B rating category is
also used for debt subordinated to senior debt that is assigned an actual
or implied BB or BB- rating.
CCC - Debt rated CCC has a currently identifiable vulnerability to default,
and is dependent upon favorable business, financial, and economic
conditions to meet timely payment of interest and repayment of principal.
In the event of adverse business, financial, or economic conditions, it is
not likely to have the capacity to pay interest and repay principal. The
CCC rating category is also used for debt subordinated to senior debt that
is assigned an actual or implied B or B- rating.
CC - Debt rated CC is typically applied to debt subordinated to senior debt
which is assigned an actual or implied CCC debt rating.
C - The rating C is typically applied to debt subordinated to senior debt
which is assigned an actual or implied CCC- debt rating. The C rating may
be used to cover a situation where a bankruptcy petition has been filed but
debt service payments are continued.
CI - The rating CI is reserved for income bonds on which no interest is
being paid.
D - Debt rated D is in payment default. The D rating category is used when
interest payments or principal payments are not made on the date due even
if the applicable grace period has not expired, unless S&P believes that
such payments will be made during such grace period. The D rating will also
be used upon the filing of a bankruptcy petition if debt service payments
are jeopardized.
The ratings from AA to CCC may be modified by the addition of a plus or
minus to show relative standing within the major rating categories.
SPARTAN PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
CROSS REFERENCE SHEET
FORM N-1A
ITEM NUMBER PROSPECTUS SECTION
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1 .............................. Cover Page
2 a .............................. Expenses
b, c .............................. Contents; The Funds at a Glance; Who May Want
to Invest
3 a .............................. Financial Highlights
b .............................. *
c, d .............................. Performance
4 a i............................. Charter
ii........................... The Funds at a Glance; Investment Principles and
Risks
b .............................. Investment Principals and Risks
c .............................. Who May Want to Invest; Investment Principles
and Risks
5 a .............................. Charter
b i............................. Cover Page: The Funds at a Glance; Doing
Business with Fidelity; Charter
ii........................... Charter
iii.......................... Expenses; Breakdown of Expenses
c .............................. Charter
d .............................. Charter; Breakdown of Expenses
e .............................. Cover Page; Charter
f .............................. Expenses
g i............................. Charter
. *
ii............................
..
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5A .............................. Performance
6 a i............................. Charter
ii........................... How to Buy Shares; How to Sell Shares;
Transaction Details; Exchange Restrictions
iii.......................... Charter
b ............................. *
c .............................. Transaction Details; Exchange Restrictions
d .............................. *
e .............................. Doing Business with Fidelity; How to Buy Shares;
How to Sell Shares; Investor Services
f, g .............................. Dividends, Capital Gains, and Taxes
7 a .............................. Cover Page; Charter
b .............................. Expenses; How to Buy Shares; Transaction Details
c .............................. *
d .............................. How to Buy Shares
e .............................. *
f .............................. Breakdown of Expenses
8 .............................. How to Sell Shares; Investor Services; Transaction
Details; Exchange Restrictions
9 .............................. *
</TABLE>
* Not Applicable
SPARTAN PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
CROSS REFERENCE SHEET
(CONTINUED)
FORM N-1A
ITEM NUMBER STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SECTION
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10, 11 ............................ Cover Page
12 ............................ Descrption of the Trusts
13 a - c ............................ Investment Policies and Limitations
d ............................ *
14 a - c ............................ Trustees and Officers
15 a, b ............................ *
c ............................ Trustees and Officers
16 a i ............................ FMR, Portfolio Transactions
ii ............................ Trustees and Officers
iii ............................ Management Contracts
b ............................ Management Contracts
c, d ............................ Interests of FMR Affiliates
e ............................ *
f ............................ Distribution and Service Plans
g ............................ *
h ............................ Description of the Trusts
i ............................ Interests of FMR Affiliates
17 a ............................ Portfolio Transactions
b ............................ *
c ............................ Portfolio Transactions
d, e ............................ *
18 a ............................ Description of the Trusts
b ............................ *
19 a ............................ Additional Purchase and Redemption Information
b ............................ Additional Purchase and Redemption Information;
Valuation of Portfolio Securities
c ............................ *
20 ............................ Distributions and Taxes
21 a, b ............................ Interests of FMR Affiliates
c ............................ *
22 ............................ Performance
23 ............................ Financial Statements
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* Not Applicable
Please read this prospectus before investing, and keep it on file for
future reference. It contains important information, including how each
fund invests and the services available to shareholders.
To learn more about each fund and its investments, you can obtain a copy of
the funds' most recent financial reports and portfolio listing, or a copy
of the Statement of Additional Information (SAI) dated February 20,
1996. The SAI has been filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission (SEC) and is incorporated herein by reference (legally forms a
part of the prospectus). For a free copy of either document, call Fidelity
at 1-800-544-8888.
Investments in the money market fund are neither insured nor guaranteed by
the U.S. government, and there can be no assurance that the fund will
maintain a stable $1.00 share price.
Mutual fund shares are not deposits or obligations of, or guaranteed by,
any depository institution. Shares are not insured by the FDIC, Federal
Reserve Board or any other agency, and are subject to investment risks,
including possible loss of principal amount invested.
LIKE ALL MUTUAL
FUNDS, THESE
SECURITIES HAVE NOT
BEEN APPROVED OR
DISAPPROVED BY THE
SECURITIES AND
EXCHANGE
COMMISSION OR ANY
STATE SECURITIES
COMMISSION, NOR HAS
THE SECURITIES AND
EXCHANGE
COMMISSION OR ANY
STATE SECURITIES
COMMISSION PASSED
UPON THE ACCURACY
OR ADEQUACY OF THIS
PROSPECTUS. ANY
REPRESENTATION TO
THE CONTRARY IS A
CRIMINAL OFFENSE.
PFR-pro-296
Each fund seeks a high level of current income free from federal income tax
and Pennsylvania personal income tax.
SPARTAN(REGISTERED TRADEMARK)
PENNSYLVANIA
MUNICIPAL
FUNDS
SPARTAN PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND invests in
high-quality, short-term municipal money market securities and is designed
to maintain a stable $1.00 share price.
SPARTAN PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND seeks to provide higher
yields by investing in a broader range of municipal securities.
PROSPECTUS
FEBRUARY 20, 1996(FIDELITY_LOGO_GRAPHIC) 82 DEVONSHIRE STREET, BOSTON, MA
02109
CONTENTS
KEY FACTS THE FUNDS AT A GLANCE
WHO MAY WANT TO INVEST
EXPENSES Each fund's yearly
operating expenses.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS A summary
of each fund's financial data.
PERFORMANCE How each fund has
done over time.
THE FUNDS IN DETAIL CHARTER How each fund is
organized.
INVESTMENT PRINCIPLES AND RISKS
Each fund's overall approach to
investing.
BREAKDOWN OF EXPENSES How
operating costs are calculated and
what they include.
YOUR ACCOUNT DOING BUSINESS WITH FIDELITY
TYPES OF ACCOUNTS Different
ways to set up your account.
HOW TO BUY SHARES Opening an
account and making additional
investments.
HOW TO SELL SHARES Taking money
out and closing your account.
INVESTOR SERVICES Services to
help you manage your account.
SHAREHOLDER AND DIVIDENDS, CAPITAL GAINS,
ACCOUNT POLICIES AND TAXES
TRANSACTION DETAILS Share price
calculations and the timing of
purchases and redemptions.
EXCHANGE RESTRICTIONS
KEY FACTS
THE FUNDS AT A GLANCE
GOAL: High current tax-free income for Pennsylvania residents.
MANAGEMENT: Fidelity Management & Research Company (FMR) is the management
arm of Fidelity Investments, which was established in 1946 and is now
America's largest mutual fund manager. FMR Texas Inc. (FTX), a subsidiary
of FMR, chooses investments for Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Money
Market.
As with any mutual fund, there is no assurance that a fund will achieve its
goal.
PENN MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET
STRATEGY: Invests in high-quality, short-term municipal money market
securities whose interest is free from federal income tax and Pennsylvania
personal income tax, while maintaining a stable $1.00 share price.
SIZE: As of December 31, 1995, the fund had over $241 million in
assets.
PENN MUNICIPAL INCOME
STRATEGY: Invests mainly in longer-term, investment-grade municipal
securities whose interest is free from federal income tax and Pennsylvania
personal income tax.
SIZE: As of December 31, 1995, the fund had over $ 288 million in
assets.
WHO MAY WANT TO INVEST
These non-diversified funds may be appropriate for investors in higher tax
brackets who seek high current income that is free from federal income tax
and Pennsylvania personal income tax. Each fund's level of risk and
potential reward depend on the quality and maturity of its investments.
The money market fund is managed to keep its share price stable at
$1.00. The bond fund with its broader range of investments, has the
potential for higher yields, but also carries a higher degree of risk. You
should consider your investment objective and tolerance for risk when
making an investment decision.
The value of the funds' investments and the income they generate will vary
from day to day, and generally reflect interest rates, market conditions,
and other federal and state political and economic news. When you sell your
shares of the bond fund , they may be worth more or less than what
you paid for them. By themselves, these funds do not constitute a balanced
investment plan.
The Spartan family of funds is designed for cost-conscious investors
looking for higher yields through lower costs. The Spartan
Approach(registered trademark) requires investors to make high minimum
investments and, in some cases, to pay for individual transactions.
EXPENSES
SHAREHOLDER TRANSACTION EXPENSES are charges you pay when you buy, sell or
hold shares of a fund. See page and pages through for more
information about these fees.
Maximum sales charge on purchases and
reinvested distributions None
Deferred sales charge on redemptions None
Redemption fee (as a % of amount redeemed
on shares held less than 180 days)
for money market fund None
for bond fund .50%
Exchange and wire transaction fees $5.00
Checkwriting fee, per check written
(available for the money market fund) $2.00
Account closeout fee $5.00
Annual account maintenance fee
(for accounts under $2,500) $12.00
THESE FEES ARE WAIVED (except for the redemption fee) if your account
balance at the time of the transaction is $50,000 or more.
ANNUAL FUND OPERATING EXPENSES are paid out of each fund's assets. Each
fund pays a management fee to FMR. Expenses are factored into each fund's
share price or dividends and are not charged directly to shareholder
accounts (see page ).
The following are projections based on historical expenses and are
calculated as a percentage of average net assets.
P ENN MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET
Management fee .50%
12b-1 fee None
Other expenses .00%
Total fund operating expenses .50%
P ENN MUNICIPAL INCOME
Management fee .55 %
12b-1 fee None
Other expenses .00%
Total fund operating expenses .55%
EXAMPLES: Let's say, hypothetically, that each fund's annual return is 5%
and that its operating expenses are exactly as just described. For every
$1,000 you invested, here's how much you would pay in total expenses after
the number of years indicated, first assuming that you leave your account
open, and then assuming that you close your account at the end of the
period:
P ENN MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET
Account Account
open closed
After 1 year $ 5 $ 10
After 3 years $ 16 $ 21
After 5 years $ 28 $ 33
After 10 years $ 63 $ 68
P ENN MUNICIPAL INCOME
Account Account
open closed
After 1 year $ 6 $ 11
After 3 years $ 18 $ 23
After 5 years $ 31 $ 36
After 10 years $ 69 $ 74
These examples illustrate the effect of expenses, but are not meant to
suggest actual or expected costs or returns, all of which may vary.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The tables that follow are included in the funds' Annual Report and have
been audited by Coopers & Lybrand L.L.P., independent accountants. Their
reports on the financial statements and financial highlights are included
in the Annual Report. The financial statements and financial highlights are
incorporated by reference into (are legally a part of) the funds' Statement
of Additional Information.
SPARTAN PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND
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48.Selected Per-Share
Data and Ratios
49.Years
ended 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986D
December 31
50.Net asset $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00
value, 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
beginning of period
51.Income
from .035 .026 .022 .029 .045 .059 .062 .049 .042 .015
Investment
Operations
Net interest
income
52.Less (.035) (.026 (.022 (.029) (.045) (.059) (.062) (.049) (.042) (.015)
Distributions ) )
From net interest
income
53.Net asset $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00
value, 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
end of period
54.Total
return C 3.56 2.61 2.21 2.90 4.55 6.05 6.35 5.05 4.27 1.51
% % % % % % % % % %
55.Net assets,
end $ 242 $ 258 $ 241 $ 243 $ 290 $ 320 $ 177 $ 117 $ 64 $ 19
of period
(In millions)
56.Ratio of .50% .50% .50% .47% .34% .13% .28% .30% .50% .30%
expenses to B B B B B B A,B
average net assets
57.Ratio of
net 3.50 2.58 2.19 2.88 4.47 5.92 6.17 5.02 4.26 3.73
interest income % % % % % % % % % %A
to average net
assets
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A ANNUALIZED
B FMR VOLUNTARILY AGREED TO REIMBURSE A PORTION OF THE FUND'S EXPENSES
DURING THE PERIOD. WITHOUT THIS REIMBURSEMENT, THE FUND'S EXPENSE RATIO
WOULD HAVE BEEN HIGHER.
C TOTAL RETURNS DO NOT INCLUDE THE ACCOUNT CLOSEOUT FEE AND FOR PERIODS OF
LESS THAN ONE YEAR ARE NOT ANNUALIZED. TOTAL RETURNS WOULD HAVE BEEN LOWER
HAD CERTAIN EXPENSES NOT BEEN REDUCED DURING THE PERIODS SHOWN.
D FROM AUGUST 6, 1986 (COMMENCEMENT OF OPERATIONS) TO DECEMBER 31, 1986
SPARTAN PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
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58.Selected
Per-Share Data and
Ratios
59.Years
ended 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 D
December 31
60.Net
asset $ 9.62 $ 11.13 $ 10.5 $ 10.3 $ 9.88 $ 9.90 $ 9.66 $ 9.07 $ 10.3 $ 10.0
value, 0 0 90 70 0 0 0 0 50 00
beginning of
period
61.Income .590 .652 .679 .693 .701 .701 .676 .661 .695 .270
from
Investment
Operations
Net interest
income
62. Net 1.049 (1.201 .679 .219 .489 (.020) .240 .590 (1.280 .350
realized and ) )
unrealized
gain (loss)
63. Total
from 1.639 (.549) 1.358 .912 1.190 .681 .916 1.251 (.585) .620
investment
operations
64.Less (.590) (.652) (.679) (.693) (.701) (.701) (.676) (.661) (.695) (.270)
Distributions
From net
interest
income
65. From net -- (.310) (.140) -- -- -- -- -- -- --
realized gain
66. Total (.590) (.962) (.819) (.693) (.701) (.701) (.676) (.661) (.695) (.270)
distributions
67. Redempti .001 .001 .001 .001 .001 -- -- -- -- --
on fees
added to paid
in capital
68.Net asset $ 10.6 $ 9.62 $ 11.1 $ 10.5 $ 10.3 $ 9.88 $ 9.90 $ 9.66 $ 9.07 $ 10.3
value, 70 0 30 90 70 0 0 0 0 50
end of period
69.Total 17.44 (5.04) 13.18 9.11 12.49 7.20% 9.80% 14.21 (5.73) 6.23%
return C % % % % % % %
70.Net
assets, $ 288 $ 242 $ 306 $ 242 $ 199 $ 143 $ 104 $ 63 $ 42 $ 8
end of period
(In millions)
71.Ratio of .55% .55% .55% .55% .55% .60%B .78%B .84%B .63%B .30%A
expenses to ,B
average net
assets
72.Ratio of
net 5.73 6.33% 6.13 6.65 6.96 7.22% 6.90% 7.05% 7.28% 6.66%
interest
income % % % % A
to average net
assets
73.Portfolio 49% 26% 38% 8% 6% 8% 23% 31% 54% 38%
turnover rate
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A ANNUALIZED
B FMR VOLUNTARILY AGREED TO REIMBURSE A PORTION OF THE FUND'S EXPENSES
DURING THE PERIOD. WITHOUT THIS REIMBURSEMENT, THE FUND'S EXPENSE RATIO
WOULD HAVE BEEN HIGHER.
C TOTAL RETURNS DO NOT INCLUDE THE ACCOUNT CLOSEOUT FEE AND FOR PERIODS OF
LESS THAN ONE YEAR ARE NOT ANNUALIZED. TOTAL RETURNS WOULD HAVE BEEN LOWER
HAD CERTAIN EXPENSES NOT BEEN REDUCED DURING THE PERIODS SHOWN.
D FROM AUGUST 6, 1986 (COMMENCEMENT OF OPERATIONS) TO DECEMBER 31, 1986
E EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 1993, THE FUND ADOPTED STATEMENT OF POSITION 93-2,
"DETERMINATION, DISCLOSURE, AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION OF INCOME,
CAPITAL GAIN, AND RETURN OF CAPITAL DISTRIBUTIONS BY INVESTMENT COMPANIES."
AS A RESULT, NET INTEREST INCOME PER SHARE MAY REFLECT CERTAIN
RECLASSIFICATIONS RELATED TO BOOK TO TAX DIFFERENCES.
PERFORMANCE
Mutual fund performance can be measured as TOTAL RETURN or YIELD. The total
returns that follow are based on historical fund results and do not reflect
the effect of any transaction fees you may have paid. The figures would be
lower if fees were taken into account.
Each fund's fiscal year runs from January 1 through December 31. The tables
below show each fund's performance over past fiscal years compared to a
measure of inflation.
PENN MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET
Fiscal periods Pas Past Life
ended t 1 5 of
December 31, yea year fund
1995 r s A
Average 3.56 3.17 4.14 %
annual % %
total return
Cumulative 3.56 16.87 46.55
total return % % %
Consumer
2.54 14.72 40.18
Price Index B % % %
PENN MUNICIPAL INCOME
Fiscal periods Pas Past Life
ended t 1 5 of
December 31, yea year fund
1995 r s A
Average 17.44 9.15 8.13 %
annual % %
total return
Cumulative 17.44 54.93 108.59
total return % % %
Consumer
2.54 14.72 40.18
Price Index B % % %
A F ROM AUGUST 6, 1986
B CUMULATIVE TOTAL RETURN
EXPLANATION OF TERMS
UNDERSTANDING
PERFORMANCE
YIELD illustrates the income
earned by a fund over a
recent period. Seven-day
yields are the most common
illustration of money market
performance. 30-day yields
are usually used for bond
funds. Yields change daily,
reflecting changes in interest
rates.
TOTAL RETURN reflects both the
reinvestment of income and
capital gain distributions, and
any change in a fund's share
price.
(checkmark)
TOTAL RETURN is the change in value of an investment in a fund over a given
period, assuming reinvestment of any dividends and capital gains. A
CUMULATIVE TOTAL RETURN reflects actual performance over a stated period of
time. An AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN is a hypothetical rate of return that,
if achieved annually, would have produced the same cumulative total return
if performance had been constant over the entire period. Average annual
total returns smooth out variations in performance; they are not the same
as actual year-by-year results.
YIELD refers to the income generated by an investment in a fund over a
given period of time, expressed as an annual percentage rate. When a money
market fund yield assumes that income earned is reinvested, it is called an
EFFECTIVE YIELD. A TAX-EQUIVALENT YIELD shows what an investor would have
to earn before taxes to equal a tax-free yield. Yields for the bond fund
are calculated according to a standard that is required for all stock and
bond funds. Because this differs from other accounting methods, the quoted
yield may not equal the income actually paid to shareholders.
THE CONSUMER PRICE INDEX is a widely recognized measure of inflation
calculated by the U.S. government.
The funds' recent strategies, performance, and holdings are detailed twice
a year in financial reports, which are sent to all shareholders. For
current performance or a free annual report, call 1-800-544-8888.
TOTAL RETURNS AND YIELDS ARE BASED ON PAST RESULTS AND ARE NOT AN
INDICATION OF FUTURE PERFORMANCE.
THE FUNDS IN DETAIL
CHARTER
EACH FUND IS A MUTUAL FUND: an investment that pools shareholders' money
and invests it toward a specified goal. In technical terms, the
money market fund is currently a non-diversified fund of Fidelity Municipal
Trust II, and the bond fund is currently a non-diversified fund of
Fidelity Municipal Trust. Both trusts are open-end management investment
companies. Fidelity Municipal Trust II was organized as a Delaware business
trust on June 20, 1991. Fidelity Municipal Trust was organized as a
Massachusetts business trust on June 22, 1984. There is a remote
possibility that one fund might become liable for a misstatement in the
prospectus about another fund.
EACH FUND IS GOVERNED BY A BOARD OF TRUSTEES, which is responsible for
protecting the interests of shareholders. The trustees are experienced
executives who meet throughout the year to oversee the funds' activities,
review contractual arrangements with companies that provide services to the
funds, and review performance. The majority of trustees are not otherwise
affiliated with Fidelity.
THE FUNDS MAY HOLD SPECIAL MEETINGS AND MAIL PROXY MATERIALS. These
meetings may be called to elect or remove trustees, change fundamental
policies, approve a management contract, or for other purposes.
Shareholders not attending these meetings are encouraged to vote by proxy.
Fidelity will mail proxy materials in advance, including a voting card and
information about the proposals to be voted on. For the money market fund,
you are entitled to one vote for each share you own. For the bond fund, the
number of votes you are entitled to is based upon the dollar value of your
investment.
FMR AND ITS AFFILIATES
FIDELITY FACTS
Fidelity offers the broadest
selection of mutual funds in
the world.
(solid bullet) Number of Fidelity mutual
funds: over 210
(solid bullet) Assets in Fidelity mutual
funds: over $ 354 billion
(solid bullet) Number of shareholder
accounts: over 23 million
(solid bullet) Number of investment
analysts and portfolio
managers: over 200
(checkmark)
The funds are managed by FMR, which chooses their investments and handles
their business affairs. FTX, loc ated in Irving, Texas, has primary
responsi bility for providing investment management services for the
money market fund .
Steven Harvey is manager of Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Income ,
which he has managed since October 1993. Mr. Harvey also manages Ohio
Municipal Income , Massachusetts Municipal Income , and Spartan
Maryland Municipal Income. Previously, he managed Minnesota Municipal
Income and was an analyst following tax-free bonds. Mr. Harvey joined
Fidelity in 1986.
Fidelity investment personnel may invest in securities for their own
account pursuant to a code of ethics that establishes procedures for
personal investing and restricts certain transactions.
Fidelity Distributors Corporation (FDC) distributes and markets Fidelity's
funds and services. Fidelity Service Co. (FSC) performs transfer agent
servicing functions for the funds.
FMR Corp. is the ultimate parent company of FMR and FTX. Members of the
Edward C. Johnson 3d family are the predominant owners of a class of shares
of common stock representing approximately 49% of the voting power of FMR
Corp. Under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the 1940 Act), control of a
company is presumed where one individual or group of individuals owns more
than 25% of the voting stock of that company; therefore, the Johnson family
may be deemed under the 1940 Act to form a controlling group with respect
to FMR Corp.
UMB Bank, n.a., is each fund's transfer agent, although it employs FSC to
perform these functions for the funds. It is located at 1010 Grand Avenue,
Kansas City, Missouri.
To carry out the funds' transactions, FMR may use its broker-dealer
affiliates and other firms that sell fund shares, provided that a fund
receives services and commission rates comparable to those of other
broker-dealers.
INVESTMENT PRINCIPLES AND RISKS
SPARTAN PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND seeks to
earn high current income that is free from federal income tax and
Pennsylvania personal income tax while maintaining a stable $1.00 share
price by investing in high-quality, short-term municipal money market
securities of all types. FMR normally invests at least 65% of the fund's
total assets in state tax-free securities, and normally invests so that at
least 80% of its income distributions are free from federal income tax.
When you sell your shares, they should be worth the same amount as when you
bought them. Of course, there is no guarantee that the fund will maintain a
stable $1.00 share price. The fund follows industry-standard guidelines on
the quality and maturity of its investments, which are designed to help
maintain a stable $1.00 share price. The fund will purchase only
high-quality securities that FMR believes present minimal credit risks and
will observe maturity restrictions on securities it buys. I n general,
securities with longer maturities are more vulnerable to price changes,
although they may provide higher yields. It is possible that a major
change in interest rates or a default on the fund's investments could cause
its share prices (and the value of your investment) to change.
SPARTAN PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND seeks high current income
that is free from federal income tax and Pennsylvania personal income tax
by investing primarily in municipal securities judged by FMR to be of
investment-grade quality, although it can also invest in some lower quality
securities. FMR normally invests so that at least 80% of the fund's income
is free from federal and Pennsylvania personal income taxes.
A lthough the bond fund can invest in securities of any maturity, FMR
seeks to manage the fund so that it generally reacts to changes in interest
rates similarly to municipal bonds with maturities between 8 and 18 years.
As of December 31, 1995, the fund's dollar-weighted average maturity was
14.1 years.
EACH FUND'S performance is affected by the economic and political
conditions within the state of Pennsylvania. Historically,
Pennsylvania has been identified as a heavy industry state, although
that reputation has changed somewhat recently, as the industrial
composition of the Commonwealth diversified when the coal, steel, and
railroad industries began to decline. The major sources of growth in the
Commonwealth are expected to be in the service sector, including trade,
education, and financial institutions.
The money market fund stresses preservation of capital, liquidity, and
income. The bond fund seeks to provide a higher level of income by
investing in a broader range of securities.
The total return from a bond is a combination of income and price gains or
losses. While income is the most important component of bond returns over
time, the bond fund's emphasis on income does not mean that the fund
invests only in the highest-yielding bonds available, or that it can avoid
risks to principal. In selecting investments for the fund, FMR considers a
bond's income potential together with its potential for price gains or
losses. FMR focuses on assembling a portfolio of income-producing
securities that it believes will provide the best tradeoff between risk and
return within the range of securities that are eligible investments for the
fund.
Each fund's yield and the bond fund's share price change daily and are
based on interest rates, market conditions, other economic and political
news, and on the quality and maturity of its investments. In general, bond
prices rise when interest rates fall, and vice versa. This effect is
usually more pronounced for longer-term securities. Lower-quality
securities offer higher yields, but also carry more risk. FMR may use
various investment techniques to hedge a portion of the bond fund's risks,
but there is no guarantee that these strategies will work as intended. When
you sell your shares of the bond fund, they may be worth more or less than
what you paid for them.
If you are subject to the federal alternative minimum tax, you should note
that each fund may invest all of its assets in municipal securities issued
to finance private activities. The interest from these investments is a
tax-preference item for purposes of the tax.
FMR normally invests each fund's assets according to its investment
strategy. The funds do not expect to invest in federally taxable
obligations, and the bond fund does not expect to invest in state
taxable obligations. Each fund also reserves the right to invest without
limitation in short-term instruments, to hold a substantial amount of
uninvested cash, or to invest more than normally permitted in taxable
obligations for temporary, defensive purposes.
SECURITIES AND INVESTMENT PRACTICES
The following pages contain more detailed information about types of
instruments in which a fund may invest, strategies FMR may employ in
pursuit of a fund's investment objective, and a summary of related risks.
Any restrictions listed supplement those discussed earlier in this section.
A complete listing of each fund's limitations and more detailed information
about the funds' investments are contained in the funds' SAI. Policies and
limitations are considered at the time of purchase; the sale of instruments
is not required in the event of a subsequent change in circumstances.
FMR may not buy all of these instruments or use all of these techniques
unless it believes that they are consistent with a fund's investment
objective and policies and that doing so will help a fund achieve its goal.
Current holdings and recent investment strategies are described in each
fund's financial reports which are sent to shareholders twice a year. For a
free SAI or financial report, call 1-800-544-8888.
DEBT SECURITIES. Bonds and other debt instruments are used by issuers to
borrow money from investors. The issuer pays the investor a fixed or
variable rate of interest, and must repay the amount borrowed at maturity.
Some debt securities, such as zero coupon bonds, do not pay current
interest, but are purchased at a discount from their face values. In
general, bond prices rise when interest rates fall, and vice versa. Debt
securities have varying degrees of quality and varying levels of
sensitivity to changes in interest rates. Longer-term bonds are generally
more sensitive to interest rate changes than short-term bonds.
Lower-quality debt securities (sometimes called "municipal junk bonds") are
con sidered to have speculati ve characteristics, and involve greater
risk of default or price changes due to changes in the issuer's
creditworthiness. The market prices of these securities may fluctuate more
than higher-quality securities and may decline significantly in periods of
general or regional economic difficulty.
The table o n page provides a summary of ratings assigned to debt
holdings (not including money market instruments) in the bond fund's
portfolio. These figures are dollar-weighted averages of month-end
portfolio holdings during fiscal 1995, and are presented as a percentage of
total security investments. These percentages are historical and do not
necessarily indicate the fund's current or future debt holdings.
PENN MUNICIPAL INCOME
Fiscal 1995 Debt Holdings, by Rating MOODY'S
INVESTORS SERVICE, INC. STANDARD & POOR'S
Rating Average A Rating Averag
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INVESTMENT GRADE
Highest quality Aaa 40.1 % AAA 40.0 %
High quality Aa 5.9 % AA 8.4 %
Upper-medium grade A 8.6 % A 11.3 %
Medium grade Baa 13.8 % BBB 14.3 %
LOWER QUALITY
Moderately speculative Ba 5.2 % BB 1.9 %
Speculative B 0.0 % B 0.0 %
Highly speculative Caa 0.0 % CCC 0.0 %
Poor quality Ca 0.0 % CC 0.0 %
Lowest quality, no interest C C
In default, in arrears -- D 0.0 %
73.6 % 75.9 %
A THE DOLLAR-WEIGHTED AVERAGE OF DEBT SECURITIES NOT RATED BY MOODY'S OR
S&P AMOUNTED TO 14.2 %. THIS MAY INCLUDE SECURITIES RATED BY OTHER
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED RATING SERVICES, AS WELL AS UNRATED SECURITIES. FMR
HAS DETERMINED THAT UNRATED SECURITIES THAT ARE LOWER-QUALITY ACCOUNT FOR
13.0 % OF THE FUND'S TOTAL SECURITY INVESTMENTS. REFER TO THE FUND'S
STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR A MORE COMPLETE DISCUSSION OF
THESE RATINGS.
RESTRICTIONS: The bond fund does not currently intend to invest more
than one-third of its assets in bonds judged by FMR to be of equivalent
quality to those rated Ba or lower by Moody's and BB or lower by S&P, and
does not currently intend to invest in bonds of equivalent quality to bonds
rated lower than B. The fund does not currently intend to invest in bonds
rated below Caa by Moody's or CCC by S&P.
MONEY MARKET SECURITIES are high-quality, short-term obligations issued by
municipalities, local and state governments, and other entities. These
obligations may carry fixed, variable, or floating interest rates. Some
money market securities employ a trust or other similar structure to modify
the maturity, price characteristics, or quality of financial assets so that
they are eligible investments for money market funds. If the structure does
not perform as intended, adverse tax or investment consequences may result.
MUNICIPAL SECURITIES are issued to raise money for a variety of public or
private purposes, including general financing for state and local
governments, or financing for specific projects or public facilities. They
may be issued in anticipation of future revenues and may be backed by the
full taxing power of a municipality, the revenues from a specific project,
or the credit of a private organization. The value of some or all municipal
securities may be affected by uncertainties in the municipal market related
to legislation or litigation involving the taxation of municipal securities
or the rights of municipal securities holders. A fund may own a municipal
security directly or through a participation interest.
CREDIT SUPPORT. Issuers may employ various forms of credit enhancement,
including letters of credit, guarantees, or insurance from a bank,
insurance company, or other entity. These arrangements expose the fund to
the credit risk of the entity. In the case of foreign entities, extensive
public information about the entity may not be available and the entity may
be subject to unfavorable political, economic, or governmental developments
which might affect its ability to honor its commitment.
STATE MUNICIPAL SECURITIES include municipal obligations issued by
the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or its counties, municipalities,
authorities, or other subdivisions. The ability of issuers to repay their
debt can be affected by many factors that impact the economic vitality of
either the state or a region within the state.
Other state municipal securities include general obligations
of the U.S. territories and possessions such as Guam, the Virgin Islands,
Puerto Rico, and their political subdivisions and public corporations. The
economy of Puerto Rico is closely linked to the U.S. economy and
will be depend on the strength of the U.S. dollar, interest rates,
the price stability of oil imports, and the continued existence of
favorable tax incentives. Recent legislation revised these incentives, but
the government of Puerto Rico anticipates only a slight reduction in the
average real growth rates for the economy.
ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES include interests in pools of purchase contracts,
financing leases, or sales agreements entered into by municipalities. These
securities usually rely on continued payments by a municipality, and may
also be subject to prepayment risk.
VARIABLE AND FLOATING RATE SECURITIES have interest rates that are
periodically adjusted either at specific intervals or whenever a benchmark
rate changes. Inverse floaters have interest rates that move in the
opposite direction from a benchmark, making the security's market value
more volatile.
RESTRICTIONS: The money market fund may not purchase certain types of
variable and floating rate securities which are inconsistent with the
fund's goal of maintaining a stable share price.
MUNICIPAL LEASE OBLIGATIONS are used by municipalities to acquire land,
equipment, or facilities. If the municipality stops making payments or
transfers its obligations to a private entity, the obligation could lose
value or become taxable.
PUT FEATURES entitle the holder to put (sell back) a security to the issuer
or a financial intermediary. In exchange for this benefit, the funds may
pay periodic fees or accept a lower interest rate. The credit quality of
the investment may be affected by the creditworthiness of the put provider.
Demand features, standby commitments, and tender options are types of put
features.
PRIVATE ENTITIES may be involved in some municipal securities. For example,
industrial revenue bonds are backed by private entities, and resource
recovery bonds often involve private corporations. The viability of a
project or tax incentives could affect the value and credit quality of
these securities.
ADJUSTING INVESTMENT EXPOSURE. A fund can use various techniques to
increase or decrease its exposure to changing security prices, interest
rates, or other factors that affect security values. These techniques may
involve derivative transactions such as buying and selling options and
futures contracts and purchasing indexed securities.
FMR can use these practices to adjust the risk and return characteristics
of a fund's portfolio of investments. If FMR judges market conditions
incorrectly or employs a strategy that does not correlate well with the
fund's investments, these techniques could result in a loss, regardless of
whether the intent was to reduce risk or increase return. These techniques
may increase the volatility of the fund and may involve a small investment
of cash relative to the magnitude of the risk assumed. In addition, these
techniques could result in a loss if the counterparty to the transaction
does not perform as promised.
RESTRICTIONS: The money market fund may not use investment techniques which
are inconsistent with the fund's goal of maintaining a stable share price.
ILLIQUID AND RESTRICTED SECURITIES. Some investments may be determined by
FMR, under the supervision of the Board of Trustees, to be illiquid, which
means that they may be difficult to sell promptly at an acceptable price.
The sale of some illiquid securities and some other securities may be
subject to legal restrictions. Difficulty in selling securities may result
in a loss or may be costly to a fund.
RESTRICTIONS: A fund may not purchase a security if, as a result, more than
10% of its assets would be invested in illiquid securities.
WHEN-ISSUED AND DELAYED-DELIVERY TRANSACTIONS are trading practices in
which payment and delivery for the securities take place at a future date.
The market value of a security could change during this period, which could
affect a fund's yield or the market value of its assets.
DIVERSIFICATION. Diversifying a fund's investment portfolio can reduce the
risks of investing. This may include limiting the amount of money invested
in any one issuer or, on a broader scale, in any one industry or type of
project. Economic, business, or political changes can affect all securities
of a similar type. A fund that is not diversified may be more sensitive to
these changes, and also to changes in the market value of a single issuer
or industry.
RESTRICTIONS: The funds are considered non-diversified. Generally,
to meet federal tax requirements at the close of each quarter, a fund does
not invest more than 25% of its total assets in any one issuer and, with
respect to 50% of total assets, does not invest more than 5% of its total
assets in any one issuer. These limitations do not apply to U.S. government
securities. A fund may invest more than 25% of its total assets in tax-free
securities that finance similar types of projects.
BORROWING. A fund may borrow from banks or from other funds advised by FMR,
or through reverse repurchase agreements. If a bond fund borrows money, its
share price may be subject to greater fluctuation until the borrowing is
paid off. If the fund makes additional investments while borrowings are
outstanding, this may be considered a form of leverage.
RESTRICTIONS: A fund may borrow only for temporary or emergency purposes,
but not in an amount exceeding 33% of its total assets.
FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT POLICIES AND RESTRICTIONS
Some of the policies and restrictions discussed on the preceding pages are
fundamental, that is, subject to change only by shareholder approval. The
following paragraphs restate all those that are fundamental. All policies
stated throughout this prospectus, other than those identified in the
following paragraphs, can be changed without shareholder approval.
SPARTAN PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET seeks as high a level of
current income, exempt from federal income tax and Pennsylvania personal
income tax, as is consistent with preservation of capital. The fund will
normally invest so that at least 80% of its income distributions are exempt
from federal income tax.
SPARTAN PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL INCOME seeks as high a level of
current income, exempt from federal income tax and Pennsylvania personal
income tax, as is consistent with its investment characteristics. The fund
will normally invest so that at least 80% of its income is exempt from
federal and Pennsylvania income taxes. FMR anticipates that the fund
ordinarily will be fully invested in obligations whose interest is exempt
from federal income tax and Pennsylvania personal income tax. The fund
invests primarily in municipal bonds judged by FMR to be of
investment-grade quality, although it may invest up to one-third of its
assets in lower quality bonds. The fund may not purchase bonds that are
judged by FMR to be of equivalent quality to those rated lower than B.
EACH FUND may borrow only for temporary or emergency purposes, but not in
an amount exceeding 33% of its total assets.
BREAKDOWN OF EXPENSES
Like all mutual funds, the funds pay fees related to their daily
operations. Expenses paid out of a fund's assets are reflected in its share
price or dividends; they are neither billed directly to shareholders nor
deducted from shareholder accounts.
Each fund pays a MANAGEMENT FEE to FMR for managing its investments and
business affairs. FMR in turn pays fees to an affiliate who provides
assistance with these services for the money market fund .
FMR may, from time to time, agree to reimburse the funds for management
fees above a specified limit. FMR retains the ability to be repaid by a
fund if expenses fall below the specified limit prior to the end of the
fiscal year. Reimbursement arrangements, which may be terminated at any
time without notice, can decrease a fund's expenses and boost its
performance.
MANAGEMENT FEE
The management fee is calculated and paid to FMR every month. Each fund
pays a management fee at a fixed annual rate of its average net assets:
.50% for the money market fund and .55% for the bond fund.
FMR HAS A SUB-ADVISORY AGREEMENT with FTX, which has primary responsibility
for providing investment management for the money market fund , while
FMR retains responsibility for providing other management services. FMR
pays FTX 50% of its management fee (before expense reimbursements)
for these services.
FSC performs many transaction and accounting functions for the funds. These
services include processing shareholder transactions and calculating each
fund's share price. FMR, and not the funds, pays for these services.
To offset shareholder service costs, FMR or its affiliates also collect the
funds' $5.00 exchange fee, $5.00 account closeout fee, $5.00 fee for wire
purchases and redemptions, and, for the money market fund , the $2.00
checkwriting charge. For fiscal 1995, these fees amounted to $ 2,420 ,
$ 1,228 , $ 220 , and $ 4,830 , respectively, for the
money market fund and $ 1,605 , $ 1,120 , and $ 230 ,
respectively, for the bond fund .
Each fund has adopted a Distribution and Service Plan. These plans
recognize that FMR may use its resources, including management fees, to pay
expenses associated with the sale of fund shares. This may include payments
to third parties, such as banks or broker-dealers, that provide shareholder
support services or engage in the sale of the fund's shares. It is
important to note, however, that the funds do not pay FMR any separate fees
for this service.
For fiscal 1995, the portfolio turnover rates for the bond fund was
49 %. This rate varies from year to year.
YOUR ACCOUNT
DOING BUSINESS WITH FIDELITY
Fidelity Investments was established in 1946 to manage one of America's
first mutual funds. Today, Fidelity is the largest mutual fund company in
the country, and is known as an innovative provider of high-quality
financial services to individuals and institutions.
In addition to its mutual fund business, the company operates one of
America's leading discount brokerage firms, Fidelity Brokerage Services,
Inc. (FBSI). Fidelity is also a leader in providing tax-sheltered
retirement plans for individuals investing on their own or through their
employer.
Fidelity is committed to providing investors with practical information to
make investment decisions. Based in Boston, Fidelity provides customers
with complete service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, through a network of
telephone service centers around the country.
To reach Fidelity for general information, call these numbers:
(small solid bullet) For mutual funds, 1-800-544-8888
(small solid bullet) For brokerage, 1-800-544-7272
If you would prefer to speak with a representative in person, Fidelity has
over 80 walk-in Investor Centers across the country.
TYPES OF ACCOUNTS
You may set up an account directly in a fund or, if you own or intend to
purchase individual securities as part of your total investment portfolio,
you may consider investing in a fund through a brokerage account.
If you are investing through FBSI or another financial institution or
investment professional, refer to its program materials for any special
provisions regarding your investment in the fund.
The different ways to set up (register) your account with Fidelity are
listed in the table that follows.
WAYS TO SET UP YOUR ACCOUNT
INDIVIDUAL OR JOINT TENANT
FOR YOUR GENERAL INVESTMENT NEEDS
Individual accounts are owned by one person. Joint accounts can have two or
more owners (tenants).
GIFTS OR TRANSFERS TO A MINOR (UGMA, UTMA)
TO INVEST FOR A CHILD'S EDUCATION OR OTHER FUTURE NEEDS
These custodial accounts provide a way to give money to a child and obtain
tax benefits. An individual can give up to $10,000 a year per child without
paying federal gift tax. Depending on state laws, you can set up a
custodial account under the Uniform Gifts to Minors Act (UGMA) or the
Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (UTMA).
TRUST
FOR MONEY BEING INVESTED BY A TRUST
The trust must be established before an account can be opened.
BUSINESS OR ORGANIZATION
FOR INVESTMENT NEEDS OF CORPORATIONS, ASSOCIATIONS, PARTNERSHIPS, OR OTHER
GROUPS
Requires a special application.
HOW TO BUY SHARES
EACH FUND'S SHARE PRICE, called net asset value (NAV), is calculated every
business day. The money market fund is managed to keep its share
price stable at $1.00. Each fund's shares are sold without a sales charge.
Shares are purchased at the next share price calculated after your
investment is received and accepted. Share price is normally calculated at
4 p.m. Eastern time.
IF YOU ARE NEW TO FIDELITY, complete and sign an account application and
mail it along with your check. You may also open your account in person or
by wire as described on page . If there is no application accompanying this
prospectus, call 1-800-544-8888.
IF YOU ALREADY HAVE MONEY INVESTED IN A FIDELITY FUND, you can:
(small solid bullet) Mail in an application with a check, or
(small solid bullet) Open your account by exchanging from another Fidelity
fund.
If you buy shares by check or Fidelity Money Line(registered trademark),
and then sell those shares by any method other than by exchange to another
Fidelity fund, the payment may be delayed for up to seven business days to
ensure that your previous investment has cleared.
MINIMUM INVESTMENTS
TO OPEN AN ACCOUNT $10,000
For the money market fund $25,000
TO ADD TO AN ACCOUNT $1,000
Through automatic investment plans $500
MINIMUM BALANCE $5,000
For the money market fund $10,000
These minimums may vary for investments through Fidelity Portfolio Advisory
Services. Refer to the product materials for details.
UNDERSTANDING THE
SPARTAN APPROACH(registered trademark)
Fidelity's Spartan Approach is
based on the principle that
lower fund expenses can
increase returns. The Spartan
funds keep expenses low in
two ways. First, higher
investment minimums reduce
the effect of a fund's fixed
costs, many of which are paid
on a per-account basis.
Second, unlike most mutual
funds that include transaction
costs as part of overall fund
expenses, Spartan
shareholders pay directly for
the transactions they make.
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Phone 1-800-544-777 (phone_graphic) (small solid bullet) Exchange from another (small solid bullet) Exchange from another
Fidelity fund account Fidelity fund account
with the same with the same
registration, including registration, including
name, address, and name, address, and
taxpayer ID number. taxpayer ID number.
(small solid bullet) Use Fidelity Money
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your bank account. Call
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Mail (mail_graphic) (small solid bullet) Complete and sign the (small solid bullet) Make your check
application. Make your payable to the complete
check payable to the name of the fund.
complete name of the Indicate your fund
fund of your choice. account number on
Mail to the address your check and mail to
indicated on the the address printed on
application. your account statement.
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and check to a Fidelity Fidelity Investor Center.
Investor Center. Call Call 1-800-544-9797 for
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Wire (wire_graphic) (small solid bullet) There may be a $5.00 (small solid bullet) There may be a $5.00
fee for each wire fee for each wire
purchase. purchase.
(small solid bullet) Call 1-800-544-7777 to (small solid bullet) Wire to:
set up your account Bankers Trust
and to arrange a wire Company,
transaction. Bank Routing
(small solid bullet) Wire within 24 hours to: #021001033,
Bankers Trust Account #00163053.
Company, Specify the complete
Bank Routing name of the fund and
#021001033, include your account
Account #00163053. number and your
Specify the complete name.
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account number and
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HOW TO SELL SHARES
You can arrange to take money out of your fund account at any time by
selling (redeeming) some or all of your shares. Your shares will be sold at
the next share price calculated after your order is received and accepted.
Share price is normally calculated at 4 p.m. Eastern time.
IF YOU ARE SELLING SOME BUT NOT ALL OF YOUR SHARES, leave at least $5,000
worth of shares in the account ($10,000 for the money market fund )
to keep it open.
TO SELL SHARES BY BANK WIRE OR FIDELITY MONEY LINE, you will need to sign
up for these services in advance.
CERTAIN REQUESTS MUST INCLUDE A SIGNATURE GUARANTEE. It is designed to
protect you and Fidelity from fraud. Your request must be made in writing
and include a signature guarantee if any of the following situations apply:
(small solid bullet) You wish to redeem more than $100,000 worth of shares,
(small solid bullet) Your account registration has changed within the last
30 days,
(small solid bullet) The check is being mailed to a different address than
the one on your account (record address),
(small solid bullet) The check is being made payable to someone other than
the account owner, or
(small solid bullet) The redemption proceeds are being transferred to a
Fidelity account with a different registration.
You should be able to obtain a signature guarantee from a bank, broker
(including Fidelity Investor Centers), dealer, credit union (if authorized
under state law), securities exchange or association, clearing agency, or
savings association. A notary public cannot provide a signature guarantee.
SELLING SHARES IN WRITING
Write a "letter of instruction" with:
(small solid bullet) Your name,
(small solid bullet) The fund's name,
(small solid bullet) Your fund account number,
(small solid bullet) The dollar amount or number of shares to be redeemed,
and
(small solid bullet) Any other applicable requirements listed in the table
that follows.
Unless otherwise instructed, Fidelity will send a check to the record
address. Deliver your letter to a Fidelity Investor Center, or mail it to:
Fidelity Investments
P.O. Box 660602
Dallas, TX 75266-0602
CHECKWRITING
If you have a checkbook for your account in the money market fund ,
you may write an unlimited number of checks. Do not, however, try to close
out your account by check.
ACCOUNT TYPE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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IF YOU SELL SHARES OF T HE BOND FUND AFTER HOLDING THEM LESS THAN 180 DAYS, THE FUND
WILL DEDUCT A REDEMPTION FEE EQUAL TO .50% OF THE VALUE OF THOSE SHARES. IF YOUR
ACCOUNT BALANCE IS LESS THAN $50,000, THERE ARE FEES FOR INDIVIDUAL REDEMPTION
TRANSACTIONS: $2.00 FOR EACH CHECK YOU WRITE AND $5.00 FOR EACH EXCHANGE, BANK WIRE,
AND ACCOUNT CLOSEOUT.
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Phone 1-800-544-777 (phone_graphic) All account types (small solid bullet) Maximum check request:
$100,000.
(small solid bullet) For Money Line transfers to
your bank account; minimum:
$10; maximum: $100,000.
(small solid bullet) You may exchange to other
Fidelity funds if both
accounts are registered with
the same name(s), address,
and taxpayer ID number.
Mail or in Person (mail_graphic)(hand_graphic) Individual, Joint (small solid bullet) The letter of instruction must
Tenant, be signed by all persons
Sole Proprietorship required to sign for
, UGMA, UTMA transactions, exactly as their
Trust names appear on the
account.
(small solid bullet) The trustee must sign the
letter indicating capacity as
Business or trustee. If the trustee's name
Organization is not in the account
registration, provide a copy of
the trust document certified
within the last 60 days.
(small solid bullet) At least one person
Executor, authorized by corporate
Administrator, resolution to act on the
Conservator, account must sign the letter.
Guardian (small solid bullet) Include a corporate
resolution with corporate seal
or a signature guarantee.
(small solid bullet) Call 1-800-544-6666 for
instructions.
Wire (wire_graphic) All account types (small solid bullet) You must sign up for the wire
feature before using it. To
verify that it is in place, call
1-800-544-6666. Minimum
wire: $5,000.
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must be received by Fidelity
before 4 p.m. Eastern time
for money to be wired on the
next business day.
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INVESTOR SERVICES
Fidelity provides a variety of services to help you manage your account.
INFORMATION SERVICES
FIDELITY'S TELEPHONE REPRESENTATIVES are available 24 hours a day, 365 days
a year. Whenever you call, you can speak with someone equipped to provide
the information or service you need.
24-HOUR SERVICE
ACCOUNT ASSISTANCE
1-800-544-6666
ACCOUNT BALANCES
1-800-544-7544
ACCOUNT TRANSACTIONS
1-800-544-7777
PRODUCT INFORMATION
1-800-544-8888
QUOTES
1-800-544-8544
RETIREMENT ACCOUNT
ASSISTANCE
1-800-544-4774
AUTOMATED SERVICE
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STATEMENTS AND REPORTS that Fidelity sends to you include the following:
(small solid bullet) Confirmation statements (after every transaction,
except reinvestments, that affects your account balance or your account
registration)
(small solid bullet) Account statements (quarterly)
(small solid bullet) Financial reports (every six months)
To reduce expenses, only one copy of most financial reports will be mailed
to your household, even if you have more than one account in the fund. Call
1-800-544-6666 if you need copies of financial reports or historical
account information.
TRANSACTION SERVICES
EXCHANGE PRIVILEGE. You may sell your fund shares and buy shares of other
Fidelity funds by telephone or in writing. There may be a $5.00 fee for
each exchange out of the funds, unless you place your transaction on
Fidelity's automated exchange services.
Note that exchanges out of a fund are limited to four per calendar year,
and that they may have tax consequences for you. For details on policies
and restrictions governing exchanges, including circumstances under which a
shareholder's exchange privilege may be suspended or revoked, see page .
SYSTEMATIC WITHDRAWAL PLANS let you set up periodic redemptions from your
account.
FIDELITY MONEY LINE(registered trademark) enables you to transfer money by
phone between your bank account and your fund account. Most transfers are
complete within three business days of your call.
REGULAR INVESTMENT PLANS
One easy way to pursue your financial goals is to invest money regularly.
Fidelity offers convenient services that let you transfer money into your
fund account, or between fund accounts, automatically. While regular
investment plans do not guarantee a profit and will not protect you against
loss in a declining market, they can be an excellent way to invest for a
home, educational expenses, and other long-term financial goals.
REGULAR INVESTMENT PLANS
FIDELITY AUTOMATIC ACCOUNT BUILDERSM
TO MOVE MONEY FROM YOUR BANK ACCOUNT TO A FIDELITY FUND
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MINIMUM FREQUENCY SETTING UP OR CHANGING
$500 Monthly or (small solid bullet) For a new account, complete the
quarterly appropriate section on the fund
application.
(small solid bullet) For existing accounts, call
1-800-544-6666 for an application.
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your investment, call 1-800-544-6666 at
least three business days prior to your
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DIRECT DEPOSIT
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MINIMUM FREQUENCY SETTING UP OR CHANGING
$500 Every pay (small solid bullet) Check the appropriate box on the fund
period application, or call 1-800-544-6666 for an
authorization form.
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form.
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$500 Monthly, (small solid bullet) To establish, call 1-800-544-6666 after
bimonthly, both accounts are opened.
quarterly, or (small solid bullet) To change the amount or frequency of
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A BECAUSE BOND FUND SHARE PRICES FLUCTUATE, THAT FUND MAY NOT BE AN
APPROPRIATE CHOICE FOR DIRECT DEPOSIT OF YOUR ENTIRE CHECK.
SHAREHOLDER AND ACCOUNT POLICIES
DIVIDENDS, CAPITAL GAINS, AND TAXES
Each fund distributes substantially all of its net investment income and
capital gains, if any, to shareholders each year. Income dividends are
declared daily and paid monthly. Capital gains earned by the bond fund are
normally distributed in February and December.
DISTRIBUTION OPTIONS
When you open an account, specify on your application how you want to
receive your distributions. If the option you prefer is not listed on the
application, call 1-800-544-6666 for instructions. The bond fund offers
four options and the money market fund offers three:
5. REINVESTMENT OPTION. Your dividend and capital gain distributions, if
any, will be automatically reinvested in additional shares of the fund. If
you do not indicate a choice on your application, you will be assigned this
option.
6. INCOME-EARNED OPTION. Your capital gain distributions, if any, will be
automatically reinvested, but you will be sent a check for each dividend
distribution. This option is not available for the money market
fund.
7. CASH OPTION. You will be sent a check for your dividend and capital gain
distributions, if any.
8. DIRECTED DIVIDENDS(registered trademark) OPTION. Your dividend and
capital gain distributions, if any, will be automatically invested in
another identically registered Fidelity fund.
Dividends will be reinvested at the fund's NAV on the last day of the
month. Capital gain distributions, if any, will be reinvested at the NAV as
of the date the fund deducts the distribution from its NAV. The mailing of
distribution checks will begin within seven days, or longer for a December
ex-dividend date.
UNDERSTANDING
DISTRIBUTIONS
As a fund shareholder, you
are entitled to your share of
the fund's net income and
gains on its investments. The
fund passes its earnings
along to its investors as
DISTRIBUTIONS.
Each fund earns interest from
its investments. These are
passed along as DIVIDEND
DISTRIBUTIONS. The fund may
realize capital gains if it sells
securities for a higher price
than it paid for them. These
are passed along as CAPITAL
GAIN DISTRIBUTIONS. Money
market funds usually don't
make capital gain
distributions.
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TAXES
As with any investment, you should consider how an investment in a tax-free
fund could affect you. Below are some of the funds' tax implications.
TAXES ON DISTRIBUTIONS. Interest income that a fund earns is distributed to
shareholders as income dividends. Interest that is federally tax-free
remains tax-free when it is distributed.
However, gain on the sale of tax-free bonds results in taxable
distributions. Short-term capital gains and a portion of the gain on bonds
purchased at a discount are taxed as dividends. Long-term capital gain
distributions are taxed as long-term capital gains. These distributions are
taxable when they are paid, whether you take them in cash or reinvest them.
However, distributions declared in December and paid in January are taxable
as if they were paid on December 31. Fidelity will send you and the IRS a
statement showing the tax status of the distributions paid to you in the
previous year.
The interest from some municipal securities is subject to the federal
alternative minimum tax. Each fund may invest up to 100% of its assets in
these securities. Individuals who are subject to the tax must report this
interest on their tax returns.
To the extent that a fund's distributions are derived from interest on
state tax-free securities , they will be free from the Pennsylvania
personal income tax. Capital gain distributions from the funds will be
fully taxable for purposes of the Pennsylvania personal income tax.
Distributions from the fund will also be exempt from the Philadelphia
School District investment income tax for individuals who are residents of
the City of Philadelphia to the extent that such distributions are derived
from interest on state tax-free securities , or to the extent that
such distributions are designated as capital gain dividends for federal
income tax purposes. Investments in the funds will be free from the
Pennsylvania county personal property taxes to the extent that the
funds' assets are comprised of state tax-free securities (or certain other
qualifying tax-free securities) on the an annual assessment date.
During fiscal 1995, 100 % of each fund's income dividends was free
from federal and Pennsylvania personal income taxes . 45.7% of the
money market fund's and 8.2% of the bond fund's income dividends were
subject to the federal alternative minimum tax.
TAXES ON TRANSACTIONS. Your bond fund redemptions - including
exchanges to other Fidelity funds - are subject to capital gains tax. A
capital gain or loss is the difference between the cost of your shares and
the price you receive when you sell them.
Whenever you sell shares of a fund, Fidelity will send you a confirmation
statement showing how many shares you sold and at what price. You will also
receive a consolidated transaction statement every January. However, it is
up to you or your tax preparer to determine whether this sale resulted in a
capital gain and, if so, the amount of tax to be paid. Be sure to keep your
regular account statements; the information they contain will be essential
in calculating the amount of your capital gains.
"BUYING A DIVIDEND." If you buy shares just before a fund deducts a capital
gain distribution from its NAV, you will pay the full price for the shares
and then receive a portion of the price back in the form of a taxable
distribution.
There are tax requirements that all funds must follow in order to avoid
federal taxation. In its effort to adhere to these requirements, the fund
may have to limit its investment activity in some types of instruments.
TRANSACTION DETAILS
THE FUNDS ARE OPEN FOR BUSINESS each day the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)
is open. Fidelity normally calculates each fund's NAV as of the close of
business of the NYSE, normally 4 p.m. Eastern time.
EACH FUND'S NAV is the value of a single share. The NAV is computed by
adding the value of the fund's investments, cash, and other assets,
subtracting its liabilities, and then dividing the result by the number of
shares outstanding.
The money market fund values the securities it owns on the basis of
amortized cost. This method minimizes the effect of changes in a security's
market value and helps the fund to maintain a stable $1.00 share price. For
the bond fund, assets are valued primarily on the basis of market
quotations, if available. Since market quotations are often unavailable,
assets are usually valued by a method that the Board of Trustees believes
accurately reflects fair value.
EACH FUND'S OFFERING PRICE (price to buy one share) and REDEMPTION PRICE
(price to sell one share) are its NAV.
WHEN YOU SIGN YOUR ACCOUNT APPLICATION, you will be asked to certify that
your Social Security or taxpayer identification number is correct and that
you are not subject to 31% backup withholding for failing to report income
to the IRS. If you violate IRS regulations, the IRS can require a fund to
withhold 31% of your taxable distributions and redemptions.
YOU MAY INITIATE MANY TRANSACTIONS BY TELEPHONE. Fidelity may only be
liable for losses resulting from unauthorized transactions if it does not
follow reasonable procedures designed to verify the identity of the caller.
Fidelity will request personalized security codes or other information, and
may also record calls. You should verify the accuracy of your confirmation
statements immediately after you receive them. If you do not want the
ability to redeem and exchange by telephone, call Fidelity for
instructions.
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO REACH FIDELITY BY PHONE (for example, during periods
of unusual market activity), consider placing your order by mail or by
visiting a Fidelity Investor Center.
EACH FUND RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SUSPEND THE OFFERING OF SHARES for a period
of time. Each fund also reserves the right to reject any specific purchase
order, including certain purchases by exchange. See "Exchange Restrictions"
on page . Purchase orders may be refused if, in FMR's opinion, they would
disrupt management of a fund.
WHEN YOU PLACE AN ORDER TO BUY SHARES, your order will be processed at the
next offering price calculated after your order is received and accepted.
Note the following:
(small solid bullet) All of your purchases must be made in U.S. dollars and
checks must be drawn on U.S. banks.
(small solid bullet) Fidelity does not accept cash.
(small solid bullet) When making a purchase with more than one check, each
check must have a value of at least $50.
(small solid bullet) Each fund reserves the right to limit the number of
checks processed at one time.
(small solid bullet) If your check does not clear, your purchase will be
cancelled and you could be liable for any losses or fees a fund or its
transfer agent has incurred.
(small solid bullet) The money market fund reserves the right to
limit all accounts maintained or controlled by any one person to a maximum
total balance of $2 million.
(small solid bullet) You begin to earn dividends as of the first business
day following the day of your purchase.
TO AVOID THE COLLECTION PERIOD associated with check and Money Line
purchases, consider buying shares by bank wire, U.S. Postal money order,
U.S. Treasury check, Federal Reserve check, or direct deposit instead.
YOU MAY BUY OR SELL SHARES OF THE FUNDS THROUGH A BROKER, who may charge
you a fee for this service. If you invest through a broker or other
institution, read its program materials for any additional service features
or fees that may apply.
CERTAIN FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS that have entered into sales agreements with
FDC may enter confirmed purchase orders on behalf of customers by phone,
with payment to follow no later than the time when a fund is priced on the
following business day. If payment is not received by that time, the
financial institution could be held liable for resulting fees or losses.
WHEN YOU PLACE AN ORDER TO SELL SHARES, your shares will be sold at the
next NAV calculated after your request is received and accepted. Note the
following:
(small solid bullet) Normally, redemption proceeds will be mailed to you on
the next business day, but if making immediate payment could adversely
affect a fund, it may take up to seven days to pay you.
(small solid bullet) Shares will earn dividends through the date of
redemption; however, shares redeemed on a Friday or prior to a holiday will
continue to earn dividends until the next business day.
(small solid bullet) Fidelity Money Line redemptions generally will be
credited to your bank account on the second or third business day after
your phone call.
(small solid bullet) Each fund may hold payment on redemptions until it is
reasonably satisfied that investments made by check or Fidelity Money Line
have been collected, which can take up to seven business days.
(small solid bullet) Redemptions may be suspended or payment dates
postponed when the NYSE is closed (other than weekends or holidays), when
trading on the NYSE is restricted, or as permitted by the SEC.
(small solid bullet) If you sell shares by writing a check and the amount
of the check is greater than the value of your account, your check will be
returned to you and you may be subject to additional charges.
THE REDEMPTION FEE for the bond fund , if applicable, will be
deducted from the amount of your redemption. This fee is paid to the fund
rather than FMR, and it does not apply to shares that were acquired through
reinvestment of distributions. If shares you are redeeming were not all
held for the same length of time, those shares you held longest will be
redeemed first for purposes of determining whether the fee applies.
THE FEES FOR INDIVIDUAL TRANSACTIONS are waived if your account
balance at the time of the transaction is $50,000 or more. Otherwise, you
should note the following:
(small solid bullet) The $2.00 checkwriting charge will be deducted from
your account.
(small solid bullet) The $5.00 exchange fee will be deducted from the
amount of your exchange.
(small solid bullet) The $5.00 wire fee will be deducted from the amount of
your wire.
(small solid bullet) The $5.00 account closeout fee does not apply to
exchanges or wires, but it will apply to checkwriting.
FIDELITY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DEDUCT AN ANNUAL MAINTENANCE FEE of $12.00
from accounts with a value of less than $2,500, subject to an annual
maximum charge of $60.00 per shareholder. It is expected that accounts will
be valued on the second Friday in November of each year. Accounts opened
after September 30 will not be subject to the fee for that year. The fee,
which is payable to the transfer agent, is designed to offset in part the
relatively higher costs of servicing smaller accounts. The fee will not be
deducted from retirement accounts (except non-prototype retirement
accounts), accounts using regular investment plans, or if total assets in
Fidelity funds exceed $50,000. Eligibility for the $50,000 waiver is
determined by aggregating Fidelity mutual fund accounts maintained by FSC
or FBSI which are registered under the same social security number or which
list the same social security number for the custodian of a Uniform
Gifts/Transfers to Minors Act account.
IF YOUR ACCOUNT BALANCE FALLS BELOW $5,000 ($10,000 for the money market
fund ), you will be given 30 days' notice to reestablish the minimum
balance. If you do not increase your balance, Fidelity reserves the right
to close your account and send the proceeds to you. Your shares will be
redeemed at the NAV on the day your account is closed and the $5.00 account
closeout fee will be charged.
FIDELITY MAY CHARGE A FEE FOR SPECIAL SERVICES, such as providing
historical account documents, that are beyond the normal scope of its
services.
EXCHANGE RESTRICTIONS
As a shareholder, you have the privilege of exchanging shares of a fund for
shares of other Fidelity funds. However, you should note the following:
(small solid bullet) The fund you are exchanging into must be registered
for sale in your state.
(small solid bullet) You may only exchange between accounts that are
registered in the same name, address, and taxpayer identification number.
(small solid bullet) Before exchanging into a fund, read its prospectus.
(small solid bullet) If you exchange into a fund with a sales charge, you
pay the percentage-point difference between that fund's sales charge and
any sales charge you have previously paid in connection with the shares you
are exchanging. For example, if you had already paid a sales charge of 2%
on your shares and you exchange them into a fund with a 3% sales charge,
you would pay an additional 1% sales charge.
(small solid bullet) Exchanges may have tax consequences for you.
(small solid bullet) Because excessive trading can hurt fund performance
and shareholders, each fund reserves the right to temporarily or
permanently terminate the exchange privilege of any investor who makes more
than four exchanges out of the fund per calendar year. Accounts under
common ownership or control, including accounts with the same taxpayer
identification number, will be counted together for purposes of the four
exchange limit.
(small solid bullet) Each fund reserves the right to refuse exchange
purchases by any person or group if, in FMR's judgment, the fund would be
unable to invest the money effectively in accordance with its investment
objective and policies, or would otherwise potentially be adversely
affected.
(small solid bullet) Your exchanges may be restricted or refused if a fund
receives or anticipates simultaneous orders affecting significant portions
of the fund's assets. In particular, a pattern of exchanges that coincides
with a "market timing" strategy may be disruptive to a fund.
Although the funds will attempt to give you prior notice whenever they are
reasonably able to do so, they may impose these restrictions at any time.
The funds reserve the right to terminate or modify the exchange privilege
in the future.
OTHER FUNDS MAY HAVE DIFFERENT EXCHANGE RESTRICTIONS, and may impose
administrative fees of up to $7.50 and redemption fees of up to 1.50% on
exchanges. Check each fund's prospectus for details.
This prospectus is printed on recycled paper using soy-based inks.
SPARTAN(Registered trademark) PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND
A FUND OF FIDELITY MUNICIPAL TRUST II
SPARTAN(Registered trademark) PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
A FUND OF FIDELITY MUNICIPAL TRUST
STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FEBRUARY 20, 1996
This Statement is not a prospectus but should be read in conjunction with
the funds' current Prospectus (dated February 20, 1996). Please ret ain
this docum ent for future reference. The funds' financial statements and
financial highlights, included in the Annual Report for the fiscal year
ended December 31, 1995, ar e in corporated herein by reference. To
obtain an additional copy of the Prospectus or the Annual Report, please
call Fidelity Distributors Corporation at 1-800-544-8888.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
Investment Policies and Limitations
Special Considerations Affecting Pennsylvania
Special Considerations Affecting Puerto Rico
Portfolio Transactions
Valuation of Portfolio Securities
Performance
Additional Purchase and Redemption Information
Distributions and Taxes
FMR
Trustees and Officers
Management Contracts
Distribution and Service Plans
Contracts with FMR Affiliates
Description of the Trusts
Financial Statements
Appendix
INVESTMENT ADVISER
Fidelity Management & Research Company (FMR)
INVESTMENT SUB-ADVISER
FMR Texas Inc. (FTX) (money market fund)
DISTRIBUTOR
Fidelity Distributors Corporation (FDC)
TRANSFER AGENT
UMB Bank, n.a. (UMB)
Fidelity Service Co. (FSC)
PFR-ptb-296
INVESTMENT POLICIES AND LIMITATIONS
The following policies and limitations supplement those set forth in the
Prospectus. Unless otherwise noted, whenever an investment policy or
limitation states a maximum percentage of a fund's assets that may be
invested in any security or other asset, or sets forth a policy regarding
quality standards, such standard or percentage limitation will be
determined immediately after and as a result of the fund's acquisition of
such security or other asset. Accordingly, any subsequent change in values,
net assets, or other circumstances will not be considered when determining
whether the investment complies with the fund's investment policies and
limitations.
The fund's fundamental investment policies and limitations cannot be
changed without approval by a "majority of the outstanding voting
securities" (as defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940) of the fund.
However, except for the fundamental investment limitations listed below,
th e inves tment policies and limitations described in this Statement
of Additional Information are not fundamental and may be changed without
shareholder approval.
INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS OF SPARTAN PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET
FUND
(MONEY MARKET FUND)
THE FOLLOWING ARE THE MONEY MARKET FUND'S FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT
LIMITATIONS SET FORTH IN THEIR ENTIRETY. THE FUND MAY NOT:
(1) issue senior securities, except as permitted under the Investment
Company Act of 1940;
(2) sell securities short (except by selling futures contracts), unless it
owns, or by virtue of ownership of other securities has the right to
obtain, securities equivalent in kind and amount to the securities sold;
(3) purchase securities on margin, except for such short-term credits as
are necessary for the clearance of transactions, and provided that the fund
may make initial and variation margin payments in connection with the
purchase or sale of futures contracts or of options on futures contracts;
(4) borrow money, except that the fund may borrow money for temporary or
emergency purposes (not for leveraging or investment) in an amount not
exceeding 33 1/3% of its total assets (including the amount borrowed) less
liabilities (other than borrowings). Any borrowings that come to exceed
this amount will be reduced within three days (not including Sundays and
holidays) to the extent necessary to comply with the 33 1/3% limitation;
(5) underwrite securities issued by others, except to the extent that the
purchase of municipal bonds in accordance with the fund's investment
objective, policies, and limitations, either directly from the issuer, or
from an underwriter for an issuer, may be deemed to be underwriting;
(6) purchase the securities of any issuer (other than securities issued or
guaranteed by the U.S. government or any of its agencies or
instrumentalities, or tax-exempt obligations issued or guaranteed by a U.S.
territory or possession or a state or local government, or a political
subdivision of any of the foregoing) if, as a result, more than 25% of the
fund's total assets would be invested in securities of companies whose
principal business activities are in the same industry;
(7) purchase or sell real estate unless acquired as a result of ownership
of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent the fund
from investing in securities or other instruments backed by real estate or
securities of companies engaged in the real estate business);
(8) purchase or sell physical commodities unless acquired as a result of
ownership of securities or other instruments;
(9) lend any security or make any other loan if, as a result, more than 33
1/3% of its total assets would be lent to other parties (but this limit
does not apply to purchases of debt securities or to repurchase
agreements); or
(10) invest in oil, gas or other mineral exploration or development
programs.
(11) The fund may, notwithstanding any other fundamental investment policy
or limitation, invest all of its assets in the securities of a single
open-end management investment company with substantially the same
fundamental investment objectives, policies, and limitations as the fund.
THE FOLLOWING INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS ARE NOT FUNDAMENTAL AND MAY BE CHANGED
WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL.
(i) To meet federal tax requirements for qualification as a "regulated
investment company," the fund limits its investments so that at the close
of each quarter of its taxable year: (a) with regard to at least 50% of
total assets, no more than 5% of total assets are invested in the
securities of a single issuer, and (b) no more than 25% of total assets are
invested in the securities of a single issuer. Limitations (a) and (b) do
not apply to "Government securities" as defined for federal tax purposes.
(ii) With respect to 75% of its to tal assets, the fund does not
currently intend to purchase the securities of any issuer (other than
securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or any of its
agencies or instrumentalities) if, as a result, the fund would hold more
than 10% of the outstanding voting securities of that issuer.
(iii) The fund may borrow mo ney only (a) from a bank or from a
registered investment company or portfolio for which FMR or an affiliate
serves as investment adviser or (b) by engaging in reverse repurchase
agreements with any party (reverse repurchase agreements are treated as
borrowings for purposes of fundamental investment limitation (4)). The fund
will not purchase any security while borrowings representing more than 5%
of its total assets are outstanding. The fund will not borrow from other
funds advised by FMR or its affiliates if total outstanding borrowings
immediately after such borrowing would exceed 15% of the fund's total
assets.
(iv) The fund does not currently int end to purchase any security if,
as a result, more than 10% of its net assets would be invested in
securities that are deemed to be illiquid because they are subject to legal
or contractual restrictions on resale or because they cannot be sold or
disposed of in the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices
at which they are valued.
(v) The fund does not currently intend to purchase or sell futures
contracts or call options. This limitation does not apply to options
attached to, or acquired or traded together with, their underlying
securities, and does not apply to securities that incorporate features
similar to options or futures contracts.
(vi) The fund does not currently intend to engage in repurchase agreements
or make loans, but this limitation does not apply to purchases of debt
securities.
(vii) The fund does not currently intend to (a) purchase securities of
other investment companies, except in the open market where no commission
except the ordinary broker's commission is paid, or (b) purchase or retain
securities issued by other open-end investment companies. Limitations (a)
and (b) do not apply to securities received as dividends, through offers of
exchange, or as a result of a reorganization, consolidation, or merger.
( viii ) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities
of any issuer if those officers and Trustees of the trust and those
officers and directors of FMR who individually own more than 1/2 of 1% of
the securities of such issuer together own more than 5% of such issuer's
securities.
( i x) The fund does not currently intend to invest all of its assets
in the securities of a single open-end management investment company with
substantially the same fundamental investment objective, policies, and
limitations as the fund.
For the money market fund's policies on quality and maturity, see
the section entitled "Quality and Maturity" on page .
For purposes of limitations (6) and (i), FMR identifies the issuer of a
security depending on its terms and conditions. In identifying the issuer,
FMR will consider the entity or entities responsible for payment of
interest and repayment of principal and the source of such payments; the
way in which assets and revenues of an issuing political subdivision are
separated from those of other political entities; and whether a
governmental body is guaranteeing the security.
INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS OF SPARTAN PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
( BOND F UND)
THE FOLLOWING ARE THE BOND FUND'S FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS SET
FORTH IN THEIR ENTIRETY. THE FUND MAY NOT:
(1) issue senior securities, except as permitted under the Investment
Company Act of 1940;
(2) borrow money, except that the fund may borrow money for temporary or
emergency purposes (not for leveraging or investment) in an amount not
exceeding 33 1/3% of its total assets (including the amount borrowed) less
liabilities (other than borrowings). Any borrowings that come to exceed
this amount will be reduced within three days (not including Sundays and
holidays) to the extent necessary to comply with the 33 1/3% limitation;
(3) underwrite securities issued by others, except to the extent that the
fund may be considered an underwriter within the meaning of the Securities
Act of 1933 in the disposition of restricted securities;
(4) purchase the securities of any issuer (other than securities issued or
guaranteed by the U.S. government or any of its agencies or
instrumentalities, or tax-exempt obligations issued or guaranteed by a U.S.
territory or possession or a state or local government, or a political
subdivision of any of the foregoing) if, as a result, more than 25% of the
fund's total assets would be invested in securities of companies whose
principal business activities are in the same industry;
(5) purchase or sell real estate unless acquired as a result of ownership
of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent the fund
from investing in securities or other instruments backed by real estate or
securities of companies engaged in the real estate business);
(6) purchase or sell physical commodities unless acquired as a result of
ownership of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent
the fund from purchasing or selling options and futures contracts or from
investing in securities or other instruments backed by physical
commodities); or
(7) lend any security or make any other loan if, as a result, more than 33
1/3% of its total assets would be lent to other parties, but this limit
does not apply to purchases of debt securities or to repurchase agreements.
THE FOLLOWING INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS ARE NOT FUNDAMENTAL AND MAY BE CHANGED
WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL.
(i) To meet federal tax requirements for qualification as a "regulated
investment company," the fund limits its investments so that at the close
of each quarter of its taxable year: (a) with regard to at least 50% of
total assets, no more than 5% of total assets are invested in the
securities of a single issuer, and (b) no more than 25% of total assets are
invested in the securities of a single issuer. Limitations (a) and (b) do
not apply to "Government securities" as defined for federal tax purposes.
(ii) With re spect to 75% of its total assets, the fund does not
currently intend to purchase the securities of any issuer (other than
securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or any of its
agencies or instrumentalities) if, as a result, the fund would hold more
than 10% of the outstanding voting securities of that issuer.
(iii) The fund does not curre ntly intend to sell securities short,
unless it owns or has the right to obtain securities equivalent in kind and
amount to the securities sold short, and provided that transactions in
futures contracts and options are not deemed to constitute selling
securities short.
( iv ) The fund does not currently intend to purchase securities on
margin, except that the fund may obtain such short-term credits as are
necessary for the clearance of transactions, and provided that margin
payments in connection with futures contracts and options on futures
contracts shall not constitute purchasing securities on margin.
(v) The fund may borrow money only (a) from a bank or from a
registered investment company or portfolio for which FMR or an affiliate
serves as investment adviser or (b) by engaging in reverse repurchase
agreements with any party (reverse repurchase agreements are treated as
borrowings for purposes of fundamental investment limitation (2)). The fund
will not purchase any security while borrowings representing more than 5%
of its total assets are outstanding. The fund will not borrow from other
funds advised by FMR or its affiliates if total outstanding borrowings
immediately after such borrowing would exceed 15% of the fund's total
assets.
(vi) The fund d oes not currently intend to purchase any security if,
as a result, more than 10% of its net assets would be invested in
securities that are deemed to be illiquid because they are subject to legal
or contractual restrictions on resale or because they cannot be sold or
disposed of in the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices
at which they are valued.
(vii) The fund does not currently intend to engage in repur cha se
agreements or make loans, but this limitation does not apply to purchases
of debt securities.
( viii ) The fund does not currently intend to (a) purchase securities
of other investment companies, except in the open market where no
commission except the ordinary broker's commission is paid, or (b) purchase
or retain securities issued by other open-end investment companies.
Limitations (a) and (b) do not apply to securities received as dividends,
through offers of exchange, or as a result of a reorganization,
consolidation, or merger.
( i x) The fund does not currently intend to invest in oil, gas, or
other mineral exploration or development programs or leases.
(x) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities of any
issuer if those officers and Trustees of the trust and those officers and
directors of FMR who individually own more than 1/2 of 1% of the securities
of such issuer together own more than 5% of such issuer's securities.
For purposes of limitations (4) and (i), FMR identifies the issuer of a
security depending on its terms and conditions. In identifying the issuer,
FMR will consider the entity or entities responsible for payment of
interest and repayment of principal and the source of such payments; the
way in which assets and revenues of an issuing political subdivision are
separated from those of other political entities; and whether a
governmental body is guaranteeing the security.
For the bond fund's limitations on futures and options transactions, see
the section entitled "Limitations on Futures and Options Transactions" on
page 6 .
Each fund's investments must be consistent with its investment objective
and policies. Accordingly, not all of the security types and investment
techniques discussed below are eligible investments for each of the funds.
AFFILIATED BANK TRANSACTIONS. A fund may engage in transactions with
financial institutions that are, or may be considered to be, "affiliated
persons" of the fund under the Investment Company Act of 1940. These
transactions may include repurchase agreements with custodian banks;
short-term obligations of, and repurchase agreements with, the 50 largest
U.S. banks (measured by deposits); municipal securities; U.S. government
securities with affiliated financial institutions that are primary dealers
in these securities; short-term currency transactions; and short-term
borrowings. In accordance with exemptive orders issued by the Securities
and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Board of Trustees has established and
periodically reviews procedures applicable to transactions involving
affiliated financial institutions.
DELAYED-DELIVERY TRANSACTIONS. Each fund may buy and sell securities on a
delayed-delivery or when-issued basis. These transactions involve a
commitment by a fund to purchase or sell specific securities at a
predetermined price or yield, with payment and delivery taking place after
the customary settlement period for that type of security. Typically, no
interest accrues to the purchaser until the security is delivered. The bond
f und may receive fees for entering into delayed-delivery
transactions.
When purchasing securities on a delayed-delivery basis, each fund assumes
the rights and risks of ownership, including the risk of price and yield
fluctuations. Because a fund is not required to pay for securities until
the delivery date, these risks are in addition to the risks associated with
the fund's other investments. If a fund remains substantially fully
invested at a time when delayed-delivery purchases are outstanding, the
delayed-delivery purchases may result in a form of leverage. When
delayed-delivery purchases are outstanding, the fund will set aside
appropriate liquid assets in a segregated custodial account to cover its
purchase obligations. When a fund has sold a security on a delayed-delivery
basis, the fund does not participate in further gains or losses with
respect to the security. If the other party to a delayed-delivery
transaction fails to deliver or pay for the securities, the fund could miss
a favorable price or yield opportunity, or could suffer a loss.
Each fund may renegotiate delayed-delivery transactions after they are
entered into, and may sell underlying securities before they are delivered,
which may result in capital gains or losses.
FEDERALLY TAXABLE OBLIGATIONS. Under normal conditions, the funds do not
intend to invest in securities whose interest is federally taxable.
However, from time to time on a temporary basis, each fund may invest a
portion of its assets in fixed-income obligations whose interest is subject
to federal income tax.
Should a fund invest in federally taxable obligations, it would purchase
securities that in FMR's judgment are of high quality. These would include
obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or its agencies or
instrumentalities; obligations of domestic banks; and repurchase
agreements. The bond fund's s tandards for high-quality, taxable
obligations are essentially the same as those described by Moody's
Investors Service, Inc. (Moody's) in rating corporate obligations within
its two highest ratings of Prime-1 and Prime-2, and those described by
Standard & Poor's (S&P) in rating corporate obligations within its two
highest ratings of A-1 and A-2. The money market fund will purchase taxable
obligations only if they meet its quality requirements.
Proposals to restrict or eliminate the federal income tax exemption for
interest on municipal obligations are introduced before Congress from time
to time. Proposals also may be introduced before the Pennsylvania
legislature that would affect the state tax treatment of the funds'
distributions. If such proposals were enacted, the availability of
municipal obligations and the value of the funds' holdings would be
affected and the Trustees would reevaluate the funds' investment objectives
and policies.
FUTURES AND OPTIONS. The following sections pertain to futures and options:
Asset Coverage for Futures and Options Positions, Combined Positions,
Correlation of Price Changes, Futures Contracts, Futures Margin Payments,
Limitations on Futures and Options Transactions, Liquidity of Options and
Futures Contracts, OTC Options, Purchasing Put and Call Options, and
Writing Put and Call Options.
ASSET COVERAGE FOR FUTURES AND OPTIONS POSITIONS. The funds will
comply with guidelines established by the SEC with respect to
coverage of options and futures strategies by mutual funds, and if the
guidelines so require will set aside appropriate liquid assets in a
segregated custodial account in the amount prescribed. Securities held in a
segregated account cannot be sold while the futures or option strategy is
outstanding, unless they are replaced with other suitable assets. As a
result, there is a possibility that segregation of a large percentage of a
fund's assets could impede portfolio management or the fund's ability to
meet redemption requests or other current obligations.
COMBINED POSITIONS. A fund may purchase and write options in combination
with each other, or in combination with futures or forward contracts, to
adjust the risk and return characteristics of the overall position. For
example, a fund may purchase a put option and write a call option on the
same underlying instrument, in order to construct a combined position whose
risk and return characteristics are similar to selling a futures contract.
Another possible combined position would involve writing a call option at
one strike price and buying a call option at a lower price, in order to
reduce the risk of the written call option in the event of a substantial
price increase. Because combined options positions involve multiple trades,
they result in higher transaction costs and may be more difficult to open
and close out.
CORRELATION OF PRICE CHANGES. Because there are a limited number of types
of exchange-traded options and futures contracts, it is likely that the
standardized contracts available will not match a fund's current or
anticipated investments exactly. The funds may invest in options and
futures contracts based on securities with different issuers, maturities,
or other characteristics from the securities in which they typically
invest, which involves a risk that the options or futures position will not
track the performance of a fund's other investments.
Options and futures prices can also diverge from the prices of their
underlying instruments, even if the underlying instruments match a fund's
investments well. Options and futures prices are affected by such factors
as current and anticipated short-term interest rates, changes in volatility
of the underlying instrument, and the time remaining until expiration of
the contract, which may not affect security prices the same way. Imperfect
correlation may also result from differing levels of demand in the options
and futures markets and the securities markets, from structural differences
in how options and futures and securities are traded, or from imposition of
daily price fluctuation limits or trading halts. A fund may purchase or
sell options and futures contracts with a greater or lesser value than the
securities it wishes to hedge or intends to purchase in order to attempt to
compensate for differences in volatility between the contract and the
securities, although this may not be successful in all cases. If price
changes in a fund's options or futures positions are poorly correlated with
its other investments, the positions may fail to produce anticipated gains
or result in losses that are not offset by gains in other investments.
FUTURES CONTRACTS. When a fund purchases a futures contract, it agrees to
purchase a specified underlying instrument at a specified future date. When
a fund sells a futures contract, it agrees to sell the underlying
instrument at a specified future date. The price at which the purchase and
sale will take place is fixed when the fund enters into the contract. Some
currently available futures contracts are based on specific securities,
such as U.S. Treasury bonds or notes, and some are based on indices of
securities prices, such as the Bond Buyer Municipal Bond Index. Futures can
be held until their delivery dates, or can be closed out before then if a
liquid secondary market is available.
The value of a futures contract tends to increase and decrease in tandem
with the value of its underlying instrument. Therefore, purchasing futures
contracts will tend to increase a fund's exposure to positive and negative
price fluctuations in the underlying instrument, much as if it had
purchased the underlying instrument directly. When a fund sells a futures
contract, by contrast, the value of its futures position will tend to move
in a direction contrary to the market. Selling futures contracts,
therefore, will tend to offset both positive and negative market price
changes, much as if the underlying instrument had been sold.
FUTURES MARGIN PAYMENTS. The purchaser or seller of a futures contract is
not required to deliver or pay for the underlying instrument unless the
contract is held until the delivery date. However, both the purchaser and
seller are required to deposit "initial margin" with a futures broker,
known as a futures commission merchant (FCM), when the contract is entered
into. Initial margin deposits are typically equal to a percentage of the
contract's value. If the value of either party's position declines, that
party will be required to make additional "variation margin" payments to
settle the change in value on a daily basis. The party that has a gain may
be entitled to receive all or a portion of this amount. Initial and
variation margin payments do not constitute purchasing securities on margin
for purposes of a fund's investment limitations. In the event of the
bankruptcy of an FCM that holds margin on behalf of a fund, the fund may be
entitled to return of margin owed to it only in proportion to the amount
received by the FCM's other customers, potentially resulting in losses to
the fund.
LIMITATIONS ON FUTURES AND OPTIONS TRANSACTIONS. The bond fund has filed a
notice of eligibility for exclusion from the definition of the term
"commodity pool operator" with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission
(CFTC) and the National Futures Association, which regulate trading in the
futures markets. The fund intends to comply with Rule 4.5 under the
Commodity Exchange Act, which limits the extent to which the fund can
commit assets to initial margin deposits and option premiums.
In addition, the fund will not: (a) sell futures contracts, purchase
put options, or write call options if, as a result, more than 25% of the
fund's total assets would be hedged with futures and options under normal
conditions; (b) purchase futures contracts or write put options if, as a
result, the fund's total obligations upon settlement or exercise of
purchased futures contracts and written put options would exceed 25% of its
total assets; or (c) purchase call options if, as a result, the current
value of option premiums for call options purchased by the fund would
exceed 5% of the fund's total assets. These limitations do not apply to
options attached to or acquired or traded together with their underlying
securities, and do not apply to securities that incorporate features
similar to options.
The above limitations on a fund's investments in futures contracts
and options, and a fund's policies regarding futures contracts and
options discussed elsewhere in this Statement of Additional Information may
be changed as regulatory agencies permit.
LIQUIDITY OF OPTIONS AND FUTURES CONTRACTS. There is no assurance a liquid
secondary market will exist for any particular options or futures contract
at any particular time. Options may have relatively low trading volume and
liquidity if their strike prices are not close to the underlying
instrument's current price. In addition, exchanges may establish daily
price fluctuation limits for options and futures contracts, and may halt
trading if a contract's price moves upward or downward more than the limit
in a given day. On volatile trading days when the price fluctuation limit
is reached or a trading halt is imposed, it may be impossible for a fund to
enter into new positions or close out existing positions. If the secondary
market for a contract is not liquid because of price fluctuation limits or
otherwise, it could prevent prompt liquidation of unfavorable positions,
and potentially could require a fund to continue to hold a position until
delivery or expiration regardless of changes in its value. As a result, a
fund's access to other assets held to cover its options or futures
positions could also be impaired.
OTC OPTIONS. Unlike exchange-traded options, which are standardized with
respect to the underlying instrument, expiration date, contract size, and
strike price, the terms of over-the-counter (OTC) options (options not
traded on exchanges) generally are established through negotiation with the
other party to the option contract. While this type of arrangement allows
the funds greater flexibility to tailor an option to its needs, OTC options
generally involve greater credit risk than exchange-traded options, which
are guaranteed by the clearing organization of the exchanges where they are
traded.
PURCHASING PUT AND CALL OPTIONS. By purchasing a put option, a fund obtains
the right (but not the obligation) to sell the option's underlying
instrument at a fixed strike price. In return for this right, the fund pays
the current market price for the option (known as the option premium).
Options have various types of underlying instruments, including specific
securities, indices of securities prices, and futures contracts. The fund
may terminate its position in a put option it has purchased by allowing it
to expire or by exercising the option. If the option is allowed to expire,
the fund will lose the entire premium it paid. If the fund exercises the
option, it completes the sale of the underlying instrument at the strike
price. A fund may also terminate a put option position by closing it out in
the secondary market at its current price, if a liquid secondary market
exists.
The buyer of a typical put option can expect to realize a gain if security
prices fall substantially. However, if the underlying instrument's price
does not fall enough to offset the cost of purchasing the option, a put
buyer can expect to suffer a loss (limited to the amount of the premium
paid, plus related transaction costs).
The features of call options are essentially the same as those of put
options, except that the purchaser of a call option obtains the right to
purchase, rather than sell, the underlying instrument at the option's
strike price. A call buyer typically attempts to participate in potential
price increases of the underlying instrument with risk limited to the cost
of the option if security prices fall. At the same time, the buyer can
expect to suffer a loss if security prices do not rise sufficiently to
offset the cost of the option.
WRITING PUT AND CALL OPTIONS. When a fund writes a put option, it takes the
opposite side of the transaction from the option's purchaser. In return for
receipt of the premium, the fund assumes the obligation to pay the strike
price for the option's underlying instrument if the other party to the
option chooses to exercise it. When writing an option on a futures
contract, the fund will be required to make margin payments to an FCM as
described above for futures contracts. A fund may seek to terminate its
position in a put option it writes before exercise by closing out the
option in the secondary market at its current price. If the secondary
market is not liquid for a put option the fund has written, however, the
fund must continue to be prepared to pay the strike price while the option
is outstanding, regardless of price changes, and must continue to set aside
assets to cover its position.
If security prices rise, a put writer would generally expect to profit,
although its gain would be limited to the amount of the premium it
received. If security prices remain the same over time, it is likely that
the writer will also profit, because it should be able to close out the
option at a lower price. If security prices fall, the put writer would
expect to suffer a loss. This loss should be less than the loss from
purchasing the underlying instrument directly, however, because the premium
received for writing the option should mitigate the effects of the decline.
Writing a call option obligates a fund to sell or deliver the option's
underlying instrument, in return for the strike price, upon exercise of the
option. The characteristics of writing call options are similar to those of
writing put options, except that writing calls generally is a profitable
strategy if prices remain the same or fall. Through receipt of the option
premium, a call writer mitigates the effects of a price decline. At the
same time, because a call writer must be prepared to deliver the underlying
instrument in return for the strike price, even if its current value is
greater, a call writer gives up some ability to participate in security
price increases.
ILLIQUID INVESTMENTS are investments that cannot be sold or disposed of in
the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices at which they
are valued. Under the supervision of the Board of Trustees, FMR determines
the liquidity of a fund's investments and, through reports from FMR, the
Board monitors investments in illiquid instruments. In determining the
liquidity of a fund's investments, FMR may consider various factors,
including (1) the frequency of trades and quotations, (2) the number of
dealers and prospective purchasers in the marketplace, (3) dealer
undertakings to make a market, (4) the nature of the security (including
any demand or tender features), and (5) the nature of the marketplace for
trades (including the ability to assign or offset the fund's rights and
obligations relating to the investment).
For the money market fund, FMR may determine some restricted securities
and municipal lease obligations to be illiquid.
For the bond fu nd, investments currently considered to be illiquid
include over-the-counter options. Also, FMR may determine some restricted
securities and municipal lease obligations to be illiquid. However, with
respect to over-the-counter options a fund writes, all or a portion of the
value of the underlying instrument may be illiquid depending on the assets
held to cover the option and the nature and terms of any agreement the fund
may have to close out the option before expiration.
In the absence of market quotations, illiquid investments for the money
market fund are valued for purposes of monitoring amortized cost valuation,
and for t he bond fun d are priced at fair value as determined in good
faith by a committee appointed by the Board of Trustees. If through a
change in values, net assets, or other circumstances, a fund were in a
position where more than 10% of its net assets was invested in illiquid
securities, it would seek to take appropriate steps to protect liquidity.
INDEXED SECURITIES. A fund may purchase securities whose prices are indexed
to the prices of other securities, securities indices, or other financial
indicators. Indexed securities typically, but not always, are debt
securities or deposits whose value at maturity or coupon rate is determined
by reference to a specific instrument or statistic. Indexed securities may
have principal payments as well as coupon payments that depend on the
performance of one or more interest rates. Their coupon rates or principal
payments may change by several percentage points for every 1% interest rate
change. One example of indexed securities is inverse floaters.
The performance of indexed securities depends to a great extent on the
performance of the security or other instrument to which they are indexed,
and may also be influenced by interest rate changes. At the same time,
indexed securities are subject to the credit risks associated with the
issuer of the security, and their values may decline substantially if the
issuer's creditworthiness deteriorates. Indexed securities may be more
volatile than the underlying instruments.
INTERFUND BORROWING PROGRAM. Pu rsuant to an exemptive order issued
by the SEC, each fund has received permission to lend money to, and borrow
money from, other funds advised by FMR or its affiliates, but will
participate in the interfund borrowing program only as a borrower.
Interfund borrowings normally extend overnight, but can have a maximum
duration of seven days. A fund will borrow through the program only when
the costs are equal to or lower than the costs of bank loans. Loans may be
called on one day's notice, and a fund may have to borrow from a bank at a
higher interest rate if an interfund loan is called or not renewed.
INVE RSE FLOATERS have variable interest rates that typically move in the
opposite direction from prevailing short-term interest rate levels - rising
when prevailing short-term interest rates fall, and vice versa. This
interest rate feature can make the prices of inverse floaters
considerab ly more volatile than bonds with comparable maturities.
LOWER-QUALITY MUNICIPAL SECURITIES. T he b ond fund may invest a
portion of its assets in lower-quality municipal securities as described in
the Prospectus.
While the market for Pennsylvania municipals is considered to be adequate,
adverse publicity and changing investor perceptions may affect the ability
of outside pricing services used by a fund to value its portfolio
securities, and the fund's ability to dispose of lower-quality bonds. The
outside pricing services are monitored by FMR and reported to the Board to
determine whether the services are furnishing prices that accurately
reflect fair value. The impact of changing investor perceptions may be
especially pronounced in markets where municipal securities are thinly
traded.
Each fund may choose, at its expense or in conjunction with others, to
pursue litigation or otherwise exercise its rights as a security holder to
seek to protect the interests of security holders if it determines this to
be in the best interest of the fund's shareholders.
MONEY MARKET SECURITIES are high-quality, short-term obligations. Some
money market securities employ a trust or other similar structure to modify
the maturity, price characteristics, or quality of financial assets. For
example, put features can be used to modify the maturity of a security or
interest rate adjustment features can be used to enhance price stability.
If the structure does not perform as intended, adverse tax or investment
consequences may result. Neither the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) nor any
other regulatory authority has ruled definitively on certain legal issues
presented by structured securities. Future tax or other regulatory
determinations could adversely affect the value, liquidity, or tax
treatment of the income received from these securities or the nature and
timing of distributions made by the fund s.
MUNICIPAL LEASES and participation interests therein may take the form of a
lease, an installment purchase, or a conditional sale contract and are
issued by state and local governments and authorities to acquire land or a
wide variety of equipment and facilities. Generally, the funds will not
hold such obligations directly as a lessor of the property, but will
purchase a participation interest in a municipal obligation from a bank or
other third party. A participation interest gives a fund a specified,
undivided interest in the obligation in proportion to its purchased
interest in the total amount of the obligation.
Municipal leases frequently have risks distinct from those associated with
general obligation or revenue bonds. State constitutions and statutes set
forth requirements that states or municipalities must meet to incur debt.
These may include voter referenda, interest rate limits, or public sale
requirements. Leases, installment purchases, or conditional sale contracts
(which normally provide for title to the leased asset to pass to the
governmental issuer) have evolved as a means for governmental issuers to
acquire property and equipment without meeting their constitutional and
statutory requirements for the issuance of debt. Many leases and contracts
include "non-appropriation clauses" providing that the governmental issuer
has no obligation to make future payments under the lease or contract
unless money is appropriated for such purposes by the appropriate
legislative body on a yearly or other periodic basis. Non-appropriation
clauses free the issuer from debt issuance limitations.
MUNICIPAL MARKET DISRUPTION RISK. The value of municipal securities may be
affected by uncertainties in the municipal market related to legislation or
litigation involving the taxation of municipal securities or the rights of
municipal securities holders in the event of a bankruptcy. Municipal
bankruptcies are relatively rare, and certain provisions of the U.S.
Bankruptcy Code governing such bankruptcies are unclear and remain
untested. Further, the application of state law to municipal issuers could
produce varying results among the states or among municipal securities
issuers within a state. These legal uncertainties could affect the
municipal securities market generally, certain specific segments of the
market, or the relative credit quality of particular securities. Any of
these effects could have a significant impact on the prices of some or all
of the municipal securities held by a fund, making it more difficult for
the money market fund to maintain a stable net asset value per share.
MUNICIPAL SECTORS:
WATER AND SEWER. Water and sewer revenue bonds are often considered to have
relatively secure credit as a result of their issuer's importance, monopoly
status, and generally unimpeded ability to raise rates. Despite this, lack
of water supply due to insufficient rain, run-off, or snow pack is a
concern that has led to past defaults. Further, public resistance to rate
increases, costly environmental litigation, and Federal environmental
mandates are challenges faced by issuers of water and sewer bonds.
PUT FEATURES entitle the holder to sell a security back to the issuer or a
third party at any time or at specified intervals. They are subject to the
risk that the put provider is unable to honor the put feature (purchase the
security). Put providers often support their ability to buy securities on
demand by obtaining letters of credit or other guarantees from other
entities. Demand features, standby commitments, and tender options are
types of put features.
QUALITY AND MATURITY (MONEY MARKET FUND ONLY). Pursuant to procedures
adopted by the Board of Trustees, the fund may purchase only high-quality
securities that FMR believes present minimal credit risks. To be considered
high-quality, a security must be rated in accordance with applicable rules
in one of the two highest categories for short-term securities by at least
two nationally recognized rating services (or by one, if only one rating
service has rated the security); or, if unrated, judged to be of equivalent
quality by FMR.
High-quality securities are divided into "first tier" and "second tier"
securities. First tier securities are those deemed to be in the highest
rating category (e.g., Standard & Poor's A-1 or SP-1), and second tier
securities are those deemed to be in the second highest rating category
(e.g., Standard & Poor's A-2 or SP-2).
The fund currently intends to limit its investments to securities with
remaining maturities of 397 days or less, and to maintain a dollar-weighted
average maturity of 90 days or less. When determining the maturity of a
security, the fund may look to an interest rate reset or demand feature.
REFUNDING CONTRACTS. A fund may pur chase securities on a when-issued
basis in connection with the refinancing of an issuer's outstanding
indebtedness. Refunding contracts require the issuer to sell and the fund
to buy refunded municipal obligations at a stated price and yield on a
settlement date that may be several months or several years in the future.
A fund generally will not be obligated to pay the full purchase price if it
fails to perform under a refunding contract. Instead, refunding contracts
generally provide for payment of liquidated damages to the issuer
(currently 15-20% of the purchase price). A fund may secure its obligations
under a refunding contract by depositing collateral or a letter of credit
equal to the liquidated damages provisions of the refunding contract. When
required by SEC guidelines, a fund will place liquid assets in a segregated
custodial account equal in amount to its obligations under refunding
contracts.
REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS. In a repurchase agreement, a fund purchases a
security and simultaneously commits to sell that security back to the
original seller at an agreed-upon price. The resale price reflects the
purchase price plus an agreed-upon incremental amount which is unrelated to
the coupon rate or maturity of the purchased security. To protect the
fund from the risk that the original seller will not fulfill its
obligation, the securities are held in an account of the fund at a bank,
marked-to-market daily, and maintained at a value at least equal to the
sale price plus the accrued incremental a mount. While it does not
presently appear possible to eliminate all risks from these transactions
(particularly the possibility that the value of the underlying security
will be less than the resale price, as well as delays and costs to a fund
in connection with bankruptcy proceedings), it is each fund's current
policy to engage in repurchase agreement transactions with parties whose
creditworthiness has been reviewed and found satisfactory by FMR.
RESTRICTED SECURITIES generally can be sold in privately negotiated
transactions, pursuant to an exemption from registration under the
Securities Act of 1933, or in a registered public offering. Where
registration is required, a fund may be obligated to pay all or part of the
registration expense and a considerable period may elapse between the time
it decides to seek registration and the time it may be permitted to sell a
security under an effective registration statement. If, during such a
period, adverse market conditions were to develop, a fund might obtain a
less favorable price than prevailed when it decided to seek registration of
the security. However, in general, the money market fund anticipates
holding restricted securities to maturity or selling them in an exempt
transaction.
REVERSE REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS. In a reverse repurchase agreement, a fund
sells a portfolio instrument to another party, such as a bank or
broker-dealer, in return for cash and agrees to repurchase the instrument
at a particular price and time. While a reverse repurchase agreement is
outstanding, the fund will maintain appropriate liquid assets in a
segregated custodial account to cover its obligation under the agreement. A
fund will enter into reverse repurchase agreements only with parties whose
creditworthiness has been found satisfactory by FMR. Such transactions may
increase fluctuations in the market value of the fund's assets and may be
viewed as a form of leverage.
SOURCES OF CRED IT OR LIQUIDITY SUPPORT. FMR may rely on its evaluation
of the credit of a bank or another entity in determining whether to
purchase a security supported by a letter of credit g uarantee,
insurance or other source of credit or liquidity.
STANDBY COMMITMENTS are puts that entitle holders to same-day settlement at
an exercise price equal to the amortized cost of the underlying security
plus accrued interest, if any, at the time of exercise. Each fund may
acquire standby commitments to enhance the liquidity of portfolio
securities.
Ordinarily a fund will not transfer a standby commitment to a third party,
although it could sell the underlying municipal security to a third party
at any time. A fund may purchase standby commitments separate from or in
conjunction with the purchase of securities subject to such commitments. In
the latter case, the fund would pay a higher price for the securities
acquired, thus reducing their yield to maturity.
Issuers or financial intermediaries may obtain letters of credit or other
guarantees to support their ability to buy securities on demand. FMR may
rely upon its evaluation of a bank's credit in determining whether to
support an instrument supported by a letter of credit. In evaluating a
foreign bank's credit, FMR will consider whether adequate public
information about the bank is available and whether the bank may be subject
to unfavorable political or economic developments, currency controls, or
other governmental restrictions that might affect the bank's ability to
honor its credit commitment.
Standby commitments are subject to certain risks, including the ability of
issuers of standby commitments to pay for securities at the time the
commitments are exercised; the fact that standby commitments are not
marketable by the funds; and the possibility that the maturities of the
underlying securities may be different from those of the commitments.
TENDER OPTION BONDS are created by coupling an intermediate- or long-term,
fixed-rate, tax-exempt bond (generally held pursuant to a custodial
arrangement) with a tender agreement that gives the holder the option to
tender the bond at its face value. As consideration for providing the
tender option, the sponsor (usually a bank, broker-dealer, or other
financial institution) receives periodic fees equal to the difference
between the bond's fixed coupon rate and the rate (determined by a
remarketing or similar agent) that would cause the bond, coupled with the
tender option, to trade at par on the date of such determination. After
payment of the tender option fee, a fund effectively holds a demand
obligation that bears interest at the prevailing short-term tax-exempt
rate. In selecting tender option bonds for the funds, FMR will consider the
creditworthiness of the issuer of the underlying bond, the custodian, and
the third party provider of the tender option. In certain instances, a
sponsor may terminate a tender option if, for example, the issuer of the
underlying bond defaults on interest payments.
VARIABLE AND FLOATING RATE SECURITIES provide for periodic adjustments of
the interest rate paid on the security. Variable rate securities provide
for a specified periodic adjustment in the interest rate, while floating
rate securities have interest rates that change whenever there is a change
in a designated benchmark rate. Some variable or floating rate securities
have put features.
ZERO COUPON BONDS do not make regular interest payments. Instead, they are
sold at a deep discount from their face value and are redeemed at face
value when they mature. Because zero coupon bonds do not pay current
income, their prices can be very volatile when interest rates change. In
calculating its daily dividend, a fund takes into account as income a
portion of the difference between a zero coupon bond's purchase price and
its face value.
SPECIAL CON SIDERATIONS AFFECTING PENNSYLVANIA
The following highlights only some of the more significant financial trends
and problems affecting Pennsylvania, and is based on information drawn from
official statements and prospectuses relating to securities offerings of
the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, its agencies and instrumentalities, as
available on the date of this Statement of Additional Information. FMR has
not independently verified any of the information contained in such
official statements and other publicly available documents, but is not
aware of any fact which would render such information inaccurate.
OVERVIEW. Because the funds concentrate their investments in Pennsylvania,
there are risks associated with the funds that would not exist if the
funds' investments were more widely diversified. These risks include the
possible enactment of new legislation in Pennsylvania that could affect
obligations of the state or its political subdivisions, municipalities or
agencies, economic factors that could affect such obligations, and varying
levels of supply and demand for obligations of the Commonwealth and its
political subdivisions, municipalities, and agencies.
CONSTITUTIONAL AND STATUTORY REVENUE LIMITATIONS. The Constitution of
Pennsylvania requires that all taxes shall be uniform, upon the same class
of subjects, within the territorial limits of the authority levying the
tax, and shall be levied and collected under the general laws of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
The Constitution of Pennsylvania provides that the General Assembly may
exempt from taxation certain persons and property. For instance, the
General Assembly may establish exemption or special tax treatment for
classes based on age, disability, infirmity, or poverty.
Local taxes (other than Philadelphia) are generally authorized under the
Local Tax Enabling Act. This statute generally authorizes, and imposes
limits on, the ability of political subdivisions to impose taxes.
Pennsylvania's political subdivisions consist of counties, municipalities,
and school districts. The Local Tax Enabling Act does not apply to counties
whose taxing authority is limited for the most part to real estate and
personal property taxes. Most Philadelphia taxes (other than real estate
and personal property taxes) are imposed pursuant to the general authority
of the Sterling Act and the Little Sterling Act, applicable to the City and
School District, respectively. Each of these statutes grants broad taxing
powers, but generally prohibits taxing what the Commonwealth taxes. The
Philadelphia business privilege tax is imposed under the authority of the
First Class City Tax Reform Act.
The Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority Act for cities of
the first class authorizes Philadelphia to enact a combination of a sales
tax, a realty transfer tax or a wage and net profits tax for the benefit of
the Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority ("PICA"). The PICA
tax on wages and net profits reduces the amount of wage and net profits
taxes imposed under the Sterling Act (prior to the imposition of the PICA
tax), so that the combined rate of tax remains the same. Other local taxes
are specially enacted or authorized for certain classes of localities,
including Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.
Among the legislation currently being considered by the Pennsylvania
General Assembly is a Bill which would give local governments the option of
reducing property taxes and simplifying their local tax system by
collecting an earned income tax.
PENNSYLVANIA TAXES. Although Pennsylvania state taxes had, in general, been
lowered during the 1980s, the fiscal 1992 budget for the Commonwealth
included in excess of $2.7 billion of tax increases, consisting largely of
tax-rate increases and expansion of the existing tax base. Some of the more
significant tax changes include d an increase in the personal income
tax rate from 2.1% to 2.8% (with an additional .3% surtax for the period
July 1, 1991 through June 30, 1992); an increase in the Pennsylvania
corporate net income tax rate from 8.5% to 10.5% (plus an additional surtax
of 1.75%); repeal of the Pennsylvania corporate net income tax net
operating loss carryover; an increase in the Pennsylvania capital
stock/foreign franchise tax rate from 9.5 mills to 13 mills (dropping to
12.75 mills for taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 1992); and
an expansion of the sales and use tax base.
The fiscal 1995 budget include d tax reductions totalling an
estimated $166.4 million. Some of the more significant changes
include d an increase in the Pennsylvania personal income tax
dependent exemption for low income working families; a reduction in the
Pennsylvania corporate net income tax rate from 12.25% to 9.99% to be
phased-in over a period of four years; and reinstatement of a Pennsylvania
corporate net income tax net operating loss carryover to be phased-in over
a period of three years with an annual cap of $500,000. Several other
changes to the Pennsylvania sales tax, the Pennsylvania inheritance tax and
the Pennsylvania capital stock/franchise tax were also enacted.
Tax changes (generally reductions) enacted with the fiscal 1996 budget
totalled $282.9 million. The largest dollar value changes were in the
corporate net income tax where the scheduled 1997 reduction of the tax rate
to 9.99% was accelerated to the 1995 tax year. Some of the other more
significant changes include a double weighting for the sales factor of the
corporate minimum allowance for the corporate net income tax net operating
loss deduction from $500,000 to $1,000,000; an increase in the capital
stock/ franchise tax exemption amount to $100,000; the repeal of the tax on
annuities; and acceleration of the phase-out of the inheritance tax on
transfers of certain property to a surviving spouse. In addition, a 90-day
tax amnesty program was authorized and implemented from mid-October 1995
through mid-January 1996.
GENERAL ECONOMIC CONDITIONS IN PENNSYLVANIA. Historically, the key
industries in Pennsylvania were in the areas of manufacturing and mining,
with steel and coal industries of national importance. These industries
have made Pennsylvania vulnerable not only to cyclical economic
fluctuations, but also to pronounced long-term changes in the nation's
economic structure. In recent years, the state has experienced growth in
the services sector, including trade, medical and health services,
education, and financial institutions. Manufacturing has fallen behind both
the services sector and the trade sector as the largest single source of
employment within the Commonwealth. This growth in the services and trade
sector has helped diversify Pennsylvania's economy and reduce the state's
unemployment rate.
Financial conditions during the fiscal years 1990 through 1994 were
distinguished by slow economic growth and a rapid expansion of the costs of
certain governmental programs that together placed significant stress on
the Commonwealth's budget. These problems were particularly evident during
the fiscal years 1990 and 1991 when revenues were significantly below
projections and expenditures, largely driven by demand for public welfare
services, rose above budget amounts. As a result, each of those fiscal
years ended with a negative unreserved-undesignated fund balance. Actions
taken during fiscal 1992 to bring the General Fund budget into balance,
including tax increases and expenditure restraints, resulted in a $1.1
billion reduction in the unreserved-undesignated fund deficit for combined
governmental fund types and a return to a positive fund balance. Financial
performance continued to improve during the 1993 and 1994 fiscal years. the
fund balance for governmental fund types increased from $1,692.8 million on
June 30, 1993, as restated, to $1,982.0 million on June 30, 1994.
The 1994 fiscal year closed with revenues of $15.2 billion (on a budgetary
basis), $38.6 million above the fiscal year estimate. Additional revenues
were provided by higher than anticipated sales tax revenues and a reduction
in tax refund reserves resulting from a favorable decision in a pending tax
litigation. Personal income tax revenues, however, were below estimate.
Expenditures (net of certain pooled financing expenditures and
appropriation lapses) totaled $14.9 billion, representing a 7.2% increase
over fiscal 1993 expenditures.
Fiscal 1995 was the fourth consecutive fiscal year the Commonwealth
reported an increase in the fiscal year-end unappropriated balance. The
fiscal 1995 unappropriated surplus (prior to reserves for transfers to the
Tax Stabilization Reserve Fund) was $540 million, an increase of $204.2
million over the fiscal 1994 closing unappropriated surplus (prior to
transfers). Commonwealth revenues totalled $16,224.6 million, $459.4
million (2.9%) above the estimate of revenues used at the time the budget
was enacted. The higher than estimated revenues from tax sources were due
to faster economic growth in the national and state economy than had been
projected when the budget was adopted. Expenditures (excluding pooled
financing expenditures but including $65.5 million of supplemental
appropriations) totalled $15,674.7 million, representing a 5% increase in
spending over fiscal 1994.
The enacted fiscal 1996 budget provides for expenditures from Commonwealth
revenues of $16,161.7 million, a 2.7% increase over total appropriations
from Commonwealth revenues in fiscal 1995. The fiscal 1996 budget is based
on anticipated Commonwealth revenues, net of enacted tax changes, of
Commonwealth revenues of .3%. Excluding the estimated effects of tax
changes enacted in 1994 and 1995, Commonwealth revenues for fiscal 1996 are
estimated to increase by 2.9%.
The following table shows the average annual unemployment rate for
Pennsylvania and the nation for the periods indicated. This information is
drawn from official statements and prospectuses relating to securities
offerings of the state of Pennsylvania, its agencies, and
instrumentalities. No independent verification of the information contained
in such official statements and other publicly available documents has been
made.
Period Pennsylvania United States
1987 5.7% 6.2%
1988 5.1% 5.5%
1989 4.5% 5.3%
1990 5.4% 5.5%
1991 6.9% 6.7%
1992 7.5% 7.4%
1993 7.1% 6.8%
1994 6.2% 6.1%
As of October, 199 5 , the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for
the Commonwealth was 5.1 % , compared to 5.5% for the United
States .
There is various litigation pending against the Commonwealth, its officers,
and employees. In 1978, the Pennsylvania General assembly approved a
limited waiver of sovereign immunity. Damages for any loss are limited to
$250,000 for each person and $1 million for each accident. The Supreme
Court held that this limitation is constitutional. approximately 3,500
suits against the Commonwealth are pending, some of which, if decided
adversely to the Commonwealth, could have a material adverse impact on
governmental operations .
Certain Pennsylvania municipalities and political subdivisions have also
experienced economic downturns. For example, the financial condition of the
City of Philadelphia had impaired its ability to borrow and resulted in its
obligations being downgraded by the major rating services to below
investment grade. (However, these obligations have since been upgraded
to Baa/BBB by Moody's and S&P, respectively). Legislation provided for
the establishment of the Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation
Authority (PICA) to assist Philadelphia in remedying fiscal emergencies was
enacted by the General Assembly and approved by the Governor in June 1991.
PICA is designed to provide assistance through the issuance of funding debt
to liquidate budget deficits and to make factual findings and
recommendations to the City concerning its budgetary and fiscal affairs. At
this time Philadelphia is operating under a five-year fiscal plan (for
1996-2000) approved by PICA on April 17 , 199 5, as modified on
July 12, 1995 . The audited general fund balance as of June 30,
199 4 showed a surplus of approximately $ 15.4 million. The
unaudited preliminary General Fund balanced as of June 30, 199 5
estimates a surplus of approximately $ 80.5 million.
All of the foregoing factors could affect the outstanding obligations of
the Commonwealth and its municipalities and political subdivisions,
including obligations held by the funds. Further, there can be no assurance
that the same factors that adversely affect the economy of the Commonwealth
generally will not also adversely affect the market value or marketability
of obligations issued by local units of government or local authorities in
the Commonwealth, or the ability of the obligators to pay the principal of
or interest on such obligations. In November 199 5 , Pennsylvania
General Obligation Bonds were rated A1 by Moody's and AA- by Fitch and S&P.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS AFFECTING PUERTO RICO
The following only highlights some of the more significant financial trends
and problems affecting the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico (the "Commonwealth"
or "Puerto Rico"), and is based on information drawn from official
statements and prospectuses relating to the securities offerings of Puerto
Rico and its agencies and instrumentalities, as available on the date of
this Statement of Additional Information. FMR has not independently
verified any of the information contained in such official statements,
prospectuses, and other publicly available documents, but is not aware of
any fact which would render such information materially inaccurate.
The economy of Puerto Rico is closely linked with that of the United
States, and in fiscal 1994 trade with the United States accounted for
approximately 87% of Puerto Rico's exports and approximately 67% of its
imports. In this regard, in fiscal 1994 Puerto Rico experienced a $4.3
billion positive adjusted merchandise trade balance. Since fiscal 1985,
personal income, both aggregate and per capita, has increased consistently
each year. In fiscal 1994 aggregate personal income was $25.7 billion and
personal per capita income was $7,047. Gross domestic product in fiscal
1993, 1994, and 1995 was $25.2 billion, $26.6 billion, and $28.3 billion,
respectively. For fiscal 1996, an increase in gross domestic product of
2.7% over fiscal 1995 is forecasted. However, actual growth in the Puerto
Rico economy will depend on several factors, including the condition of the
U.S. economy, the exchange rate for the U.S. dollar and the price stability
of oil imports and interest rates. Due to these factors, there is no
assurance that the economy of Puerto Rico will continue to grow.
Puerto Rico's economy continued to expand throughout the five-year period
from fiscal 1991 through fiscal 1995. While trends in the Puerto Rico
economy generally follow those of the United States, Puerto Rico did not
experience a recession primarily because of its strong manufacturing base,
which has a large component of non-cyclical industries. Other factors
behind the continued expansion included Commonwealth-sponsored economic
development programs, stable prices of oil imports, low exchange rates for
the U.S. dollar, and the relatively low cost of borrowing funds during the
period.
Puerto Rico has made marked improvements in fighting unemployment.
Unemployment is at a low level compared to that of the late 1970s, but it
still remains significantly above the U.S. average. The unemployment rate
declined from 16.0% to 13.8% from fiscal 1994 to fiscal 1995.
The economy of Puerto Rico has undergone a transformation in the later half
of this century from one centered around agriculture to one dominated by
the manufacturing and service industries. Manufacturing is the cornerstone
of Puerto Rico's economy, accounting for $16.3 billion or 41.5% of gross
domestic product in fiscal 1994. However, manufacturing has experienced a
basic change over the years as a result of the influx of higher wages, high
technology industries such as the pharmaceutical industry, electronics,
computers, micro processors, scientific instruments, and high technology
machinery. The service sector, which employs the largest number of people,
includes wholesale and retail trade, finance, and real estate, and ranks
second in its contribution to gross domestic product. In fiscal 1994, the
service sector generated $15.0 billion in gross domestic product and
employed over 478,000 workers. The government sector of the Commonwealth
plays an important role in Puerto Rico's economy. In fiscal year 1994, the
government accounted for $4.1 billion of Puerto Rico's gross domestic
product and provided 22.2% of the total employment. Tourism also
contributes significantly to the island economy, accounting for $1.8
billion of gross domestic product in fiscal 1995.
The present administration, which took office in January 1993, envisions
major economic reforms and has developed a new economic development program
to be implemented in the next few years. This program is based on the
premise that the private sector will be the primary vehicle for economic
development and growth. The program promotes changing the role of the
government from one of being a provider of most basic services to one of
being a facilitator for private sector initiatives and will encourage
private sector investment by reducing regulatory restraints. The program
contemplates the development of initiatives that will foster private
investment, both external and internal, in areas that are served more
efficiently and effectively by the private sector. The program also
contemplates a general revision of the tax system to expand the tax base,
reduce top personal and corporate tax rates, and simplify a highly complex
system. On October 31, 1994, legislation was enacted which provided for
comprehensive revisions to Puerto Rico's income tax system. Other important
goals for the new program are to reduce the size of the government's direct
contribution to gross domestic product and, to facilitate private sector
development and growth which would be realized through a reduction in
government consumption and an increase in government investment in order to
improve and expand Puerto Rico's infrastructure.
Much of the development of the manufacturing sector of the economy of
Puerto Rico is attributable to federal and Commonwealth tax incentives,
most notably section 936 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended
("Section 936") and the Commonwealth's Industrial Incentives Program.
Section 936 currently grants U.S. corporations that meet certain criteria
and elect its application, a credit against their U.S. corporate income tax
on the portion of the tax attributable to (i) income derived from the
active conduct of a trade or business in Puerto Rico ("active income"), or
from the sale or exchange of substantially all the assets used in the
active conduct of such trade or business, and (ii) qualified possession
sources investment income ("passive income"). The Industrial Incentives
Program, through the 1987 Industrial Incentives Act, grants corporations
engaged in certain qualified activities a fixed 90% exemption from
Commonwealth income and property taxes and a 60% exemption from municipal
license taxes.
Pursuant to recently enacted amendments to the Internal Revenue Code (the
"Code"), and for taxable years commencing after 1993, two alternative
limitations will apply to the Section 936 credit against active business
income and sale of assets as previously described. The first option will
limit the credit against such income to 40% of the credit allowed under
current law, with a five-year phase-in period starting at 60% of the
current credit. The second option will limit the allowable credit to the
sum of (i) 60% of qualified compensation paid to employees (as defined in
the Code); (ii) a specified percentage of depreciation deductions; and
(iii) a portion of the Puerto Rico income taxes paid by the Section 936
corporation, up to a 9% effective tax rate.
At present, it is difficult to forecast what the long-term effects of the
new limitations to the Section 936 credit will be on the economy of Puerto
Rico. However, preliminary econometric studies by the government of Puerto
Rico and private sector economists (assuming no enhancements to the
existing Industrial Incentives Program) project only a slight reduction in
average real growth rates for the economy of Puerto Rico. These studies
also show that particular industry groups will be affected differently. For
example, manufacturers of pharmaceuticals and beverages may suffer a larger
reduction in tax benefits due to their relatively higher profit margins. In
addition, the above limitations are not expected to reduce the tax credit
currently enjoyed by labor-intensive, lower profit margin industries, which
represent approximately 40% of the total employment by Section 936
corporations in Puerto Rico.
PORTFOLIO TRANSACTIONS
All orders for the purchase or sale of portfolio securities are placed on
behalf of each fund by FMR pursuant to authority contained in the fund's
managem ent contract. In the case of the money market, FMR has
granted investment management authority to the sub-adviser (see the section
entitled "Management Contracts"), and the sub-adviser is authorized to
place orders for the purchase and sale of portfolio securities, and will do
so in accordance with the policies described below. FMR is also responsible
for the placement of transaction orders for other investment companies and
accounts for which it or its affiliates act as investment adviser.
Securities purchased and sold by the money market fund generally will be
traded on a net basis (i.e., without commission). In selecting
broker-dealers, subject to applicable limitations of the federal securities
laws, FMR considers various relevant factors, including, but not limited
to, the size and type of the transaction; the nature and character of the
markets for the security to be purchased or sold; the execution efficiency,
settlement capability, and financial condition of the broker-dealer firm;
the broker-dealer's execution services rendered on a continuing basis; and
the reasonableness of any commissions.
The funds may execute portfolio transactions with broker-dealers who
provide research and execution services to the funds or other accounts over
which FMR or its affiliates exercise investment discretion. Such services
may include advice concerning the value of securities; the advisability of
investing in, purchasing, or selling securities; and the availability of
securities or the purchasers or sellers of securities. In addition,
suc h broker-dealers may furnish analyses and reports concerning
issuers, industries, securities, economic factors and trends, portfolio
strategy, and performance of accounts; effect securities transactions, and
perform functions incidental thereto (such as clearance and settlement).
FMR maintains a listing of broker-dealers who provide such services on a
regular basis. However, as many transactions on behalf of the money market
fund are placed with broker-dealers (including broker-dealers on the list)
without regard to the furnishing of such services, it is not possible to
estimate the proportion of such transactions directed to such
broker-dealers solely because such services were provided. The selection of
such broker-dealers generally is made by FMR (to the extent possible
consistent with execution considerations) based upon the quality of
research and execution services provided.
The receipt of research from broker-dealers that execute transactions on
behalf of the funds may be useful to FMR in rendering investment management
services to the funds or its other clients, and conversely, such research
provided by broker-dealers who have executed transaction orders on behalf
of other FMR clients may be useful to FMR in carrying out its obligations
to the funds. The receipt of such research has not reduced FMR's normal
independent research activities; however, it enables FMR to avoid the
additional expenses that could be incurred if FMR tried to develop
comparable information through its own efforts.
Subject to applicable limitations of the federal securities laws,
broker-dealers may receive commissions for agency transactions that are in
excess of the amount of commissions charged by other broker-dealers in
recognition of their research and execution services. In order to cause
each fund to pay such higher commissions, FMR must determine in good faith
that such commissions are reasonable in relation to the value of the
brokerage and research services provided by such executing broker-dealers,
viewed in terms of a particular transaction or FMR's overall
responsibilities to the funds and its other clients. In reaching this
determination, FMR will not attempt to place a specific dollar value on the
brokerage and research services provided, or to determine what portion of
the compensation should be related to those services.
FMR is authorized to use research services provided by and to place
portfolio transactions with brokerage firms that have provided assistance
in the distribution of shares of the funds, or shares of other Fidelity
funds to the extent permitted by law. FMR may use research services
provided by and place agency transactions with Fidelity Brokerage Services,
Inc. (FBSI), a subsidiary of FMR Corp., if the commissions are fair,
reasonable, and comparable to commissions charged by non-affiliated,
qualified brokerage firms for similar services.
Section 11(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 prohibits members of
national securities exchanges from executing exchange transactions for
accounts which they or their affiliates manage, unless certain requirements
are satisfied. Pursuant to such requirements, the Board of Trustees has
authorized FBSI to execute portfolio transactions on national securities
exchanges in accordance with approved procedures and applicable SEC rules.
Each fund's Trustees periodically review FMR's performance of its
responsibilities in connection with the placement of portfolio transactions
on behalf of the funds and review the commissions paid by each fund over
representative periods of time to determine if they are reasonable in
relation to the benefits to the fund.
For the fiscal periods ended December 31, 1995 and 1994, the bond
fund's portfolio turnover rates were 49% and 26%,
respectively .
For fiscal 1 995, 1994, an d 1993, the funds paid no brokerage
commissions.
From time to time the Trustees will review whether the recapture for the
benefit of the funds of some portion of the brokerage commissions or
similar fees paid by the funds on portfolio transactions is legally
permissible and advisable. Each fund seeks to recapture soliciting
broker-dealer fees on the tender of portfolio securities, but at present no
other recapture arrangements are in effect. The Trustees intend to continue
to review whether recapture opportunities are available and are legally
permissible and, if so, to determine in the exercise of their business
judgment whether it would be advisable for each fund to seek such
recapture.
Although the Trustees and officers of each fund are substantially the same
as those of other funds managed by FMR, investment decisions for each fund
are made independently from those of other funds managed by FMR or accounts
managed by FMR affiliates. It sometimes happens that the same security is
held in the portfolio of more than one of these funds or accounts.
Simultaneous transactions are inevitable when several funds and accounts
are managed by the same investment adviser, particularly when the same
security is suitable for the investment objective of more than one fund or
account.
When two or more funds are simultaneously engaged in the purchase or sale
of the same security, the prices and amounts are allocated in accordance
with procedures believed to be appropriate and equitable for each fund. In
some cases this system could have a detrimental effect on the price or
value of the security as far as each fund is concerned. In other cases,
however, the ability of the funds to participate in volume transactions
will produce better executions and prices for the funds. It is the current
opinion of the Trustees that the desirability of retaining FMR as
investment adviser to each fund outweighs any disadvantages that may be
said to exist from exposure to simultaneous transactions.
VALUATION OF PORTFOLIO SECURITIES
MONEY MARKET FUND. The fund values its investments on the basis of
amortized cost. This technique involves valuing an instrument at its cost
as adjusted for amortization of premium or accretion of discount rather
than its value based on current market quotations or appropriate
substitutes which reflect current market conditions. The amortized cost
value of an instrument may be higher or lower than the price the fund would
receive if it sold the instrument.
Valuing the fund's instruments on the basis of amortized cost and use of
the term "money market fund" are permitted by Rule 2a-7 under the
Investment Company Act of 1940. The fund must adhere to certain conditions
under Rule 2a-7.
The Board of Trustees of the trust oversees FMR's adherence to SEC rules
concerning money market funds, and has established procedures designed to
stabilize the fund's net asset value ( NAV ) at $1.00. At such
intervals as they deem appropriate, the Trustees consider the extent to
which NAV calculated by using market valuations would deviate from $1.00
per share. If the Trustees believe that a deviation from the fund's
amortized cost per share may result in material dilution or other unfair
results to shareholders, the Trustees have agreed to take such corrective
action, if any, as they deem appropriate to eliminate or reduce, to the
extent reasonably practicable, the dilution or unfair results. Such
corrective action could include selling portfolio instruments prior to
maturity to realize capital gains or losses or to shorten average portfolio
maturity; withholding dividends; redeeming shares in kind; establishing NAV
by using available market quotations; and such other measures as the
Trustees may deem appropriate.
During periods of declining interest rates, the fund's yield based on
amortized cost may be higher than the yield based on market valuations.
Under these circumstances, a shareholder in the fund would be able to
obtain a somewhat higher yield than would result if the fund utilized
market valuations to determine its NAV. The converse would apply in a
period of rising interest rates.
BOND FUND. Valuations of portfolio securities furnished by the pricing
service employed by the fund are based upon a computerized matrix system or
appraisals by the pricing service, in each case in reliance upon
information concerning market transactions and quotations from recognized
municipal securities dealers. The methods used by the pricing service and
the quality of valuations so established are reviewed by officers of the
fund and FSC under the general supervision of the Board of Trustees. There
are a number of pricing services available, and the Trustees, or officers
acting on behalf of the Trustees, on the basis of on-going evaluation of
these services, may use other pricing services or discontinue the use of
any pricing service in whole or in part. Futures contracts and options are
valued on the basis of market quotations if available.
PERFORMANCE
The funds may quote performance in various ways. All performance
information supplied by the funds in advertising is historical and is not
intended to indicate future r eturns. A bond fund's share price, and
each fund's yield and total return fluctuate in response to market
conditions and other factors, and the value of a bond fund's shares when
redeemed may be more or less than their original cost.
YIELD CALCULATIONS. To compute the money market fund's yield for a period,
the net change in value of a hypothetical account containing one share
reflects the value of additional shares purchased with dividends from the
one original share and dividends declared on both the original share and
any additional shares. The net change is then divided by the value of the
account at the beginning of the period to obtain a base period return. This
base period return is annualized to obtain a current annualized yield. The
money market fund also may calculate a compound effective yield by
compounding the base period return over a one-year period. In addition to
the current yield, the money market fund may quote yields in advertising
based on any historical seven-day period. Yields for the money market fund
are calculated on the same basis as other money market funds, as required
by regulation.
For the bond fund, yields are computed b y divid ing the fund's
interest income for a given 30-day or one-month period, net of expenses, by
the average number of shares entitled to receive dividends during the
period, dividing this figure by the fund's net asset value per share (NAV)
at the end of the period, and annualizing the result (assuming compounding
of income) in order to arrive at an annual percentage rate. Yields do not
reflect the fund's .50% redemption fee, which applies to shares held less
than 180 days. Income is calculated for purposes of the bond fund's yield
quotations in accordance with standardized methods applicable to all stock
and bond funds. In general, interest income is reduced with respect to
bonds trading at a premium over their par value by subtracting a portion of
the premium from income on a daily basis, and is increased with respect to
bonds trading at a discount by adding a portion of the discount to daily
income. Capital gains and losses generally are excluded from the
calculation.
Income ca lculated for the purposes of determining th e bond fund's
yield differs from income as determined for other accounting purposes.
Because of the different accounting methods used, and because of the
compounding of income assumed in yield calculations, the bond fund's
yield may not equal its distribution rate, the income paid to your account,
or the income reported in the fund's financial statements.
Yield information may be useful in reviewing a fund's performance and in
providing a basis for comparison with other investment alternatives.
However, each fund's yield fluctuates, unlike investments that pay a fixed
interest rate over a stated period of time. When comparing investment
alternatives, investors should also note the quality and maturity of the
portfolio securities of respective investment companies they have chosen to
consider.
Investors should recognize that in periods of declining interest rates a
fund's yield will tend to be somewhat higher than prevailing market rates,
and in periods of rising interest rates the fund's yield will tend to be
somewhat lower. Also, when interest rates are falling, the inflow of net
new money to a fund from the continuous sale of its shares will likely be
invested in instruments producing lower yields than the balance of the
fund's holdings, thereby reducing the fund's current yield. In periods of
rising interest rates, the opposite can be expected to occur.
A fund's tax-equivalent yield is the rate an investor would have to earn
from a fully taxable investment before taxes to equal the fund's
tax-free yield. Tax-equivalent yields are calculated by dividing a fund's
yield by the result of one minus a stated federal or combined federal and
state and city tax rate. If only a portion of a fund's yield is tax-exempt,
only that portion is adjusted in the calculation.
The following tables show the effect of a shareholder's tax status on
effective yield under federal and state income tax laws for 1996. The
second and third table s show the approximate yield a taxable
security must provide at various income brackets to produce after-tax
yields equivalent to those of hypothetical tax-exempt obligations yielding
from 3.0% to 8.0%. Of course, no assurance can be given that a fund will
achieve any specific tax-exempt yield. While the funds invest principally
in obligations whose interest is exempt from federal and state income tax,
other income received by the funds may be taxable. The tables do not take
into account local taxes, if any, payable on fund distributions.
Use the first table to find your approximate effective tax bracket taking
into account federal and state taxes for 19 96.
1996 TAX RATES
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Combined Combined
Pennsylvania Pennsylvania,
Marginal and Federal,
Federal Federal and City of
Taxable Income Income Marginal Effective Philadelphia
Single Return* Joint Return* Tax Bracket Tax Rate Tax Bracket** Tax Bracket**
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State of City of
Pennsylvania Philadelphia
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$ 24,001 - $ 58,150 $ 40,101 - $ 96,900 28% 2.8% 4.86% 30.02% 33.52%
58,151 - 121,300 96,901 - 147,700 31% 2.8% 4.86% 32.93% 36.29%
121,301 - 263,750 147,701 - 263,750 36% 2.8% 4.86% 37.79% 40.90%
263,751 & above 263,751 & above 39.6% 2.8% 4.86% 41.29% 44.23%
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* Net amount subject to federal income tax after deductions and exemptions.
Assumes ordinary income only.
** Excludes the impact of the phaseout of personal exemptions, limitations
on itemized deductions, and other credits, exclusions, and adjustments
which may increase a taxpayer's marginal tax rate. An increase in a
shareholder's marginal tax rate would increase that shareholder's
tax-equivalent yield.
Having determined your effective tax bracket, use the following table to
determine the tax-equivalent yield for a given tax-free yield.
CITY OF PHILADELPHIA RESIDENTS - TRIPLE TAXES - 1996
If your effective combined federal , state and Philadelphia personal
income tax rate in 1996 is:
33.52% 36.29 % 4 0. 90% 44.23 %
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To match these
tax-free yields: Your taxable investment would have to earn the following yield:
3% 4.51 % 4.71 % 5.08 % 5.38 %
4% 6.02 % 6.28 % 6.77 % 7.17 %
5% 7.52 % 7.85 % 8.46 % 8.96 %
6% 9.02 % 9.42 % 10.15 % 10.76 %
7% 10.53 % 10.99 % 11.84 % 12.55 %
8% 12.03 % 12.56 % 13.54 % 14.34 %
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PENNSYLVANIA (OUTSIDE PHILADELPHIA) - DOUBLE TAXES - 1996
If your effective combined federal and state personal income tax rate in
1996 is:
30.02% 32.93% 37.79% 41.29%
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To match these
tax-free yields: Your taxable investment would have to earn the following yield:
3% 4.29% 4.47% 4.82% 5.11%
4% 5.72% 5.96% 6.43% 6.81%
5% 7.14% 7.46% 8.04% 8.52%
6% 8.57% 8.95% 9.65% 10.22%
7% 10.00% 10.44% 11.25% 11.92%
8% 11.43% 11.93% 12.86% 13.63%
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Each fund may invest a portion of its assets in obligations that are
subject to state or federal income taxes. When a fund invests in these
obligations, its tax-equivalent yield will be lower. In the table above,
the tax-equivalent yields are calculated assuming investments are 100%
federally and state tax-free.
TOTAL RETURN CALCULATIONS. Total returns quoted in advertising reflect all
aspects of a fund's return, including the effect of reinvesting dividends
and capital gain distributions, and any change in the fund's NAV over a
stated period. Average annual total returns are calculated by determining
the growth or decline in value of a hypothetical historical investment in a
fund over a stated period, and then calculating the annually compounded
percentage rate that would have produced the same result if the rate of
growth or decline in value had been constant over the period. For example,
a cumulative total return of 100% over ten years would produce an average
annual total return of 7.18%, which is the steady annual rate of return
that would equal 100% growth on a compounded basis in ten years. Wh ile
average annual total returns are a convenient means of comparing investment
alternatives, investors should realize that a fund's performance is not
constant over time, but changes from year to year, and that average annual
total returns represent averaged figures as opposed to the actual
year-to-year performance of the fund.
In addition to average annual total returns, a fund may quote unaveraged or
cumulative total returns reflecting the simple change in value of an
investment over a stated period. Average annual and cumulative total
returns may be quoted as a percentage or as a dollar amount, and may be
calculated for a single investment, a series of investments, or a series of
redemptions, over any time period. Total returns may be broken down into
their components of income and capital (including capital gains and changes
in share price) in order to illustrate the relationship of these factors
and their contributions to total return. Total returns may be quoted on a
before-tax or after-tax basis and may or may not include the effect of the
bond fund's .50% redemption fee on shares held less than 180 days.
Excluding a fund's redemption fee from a total return calculation produces
a higher total return figure. Total returns, yields, and other performance
information may be quoted numerically or in a table, graph, or similar
illustration, and may omit or include the effect of the $5.00 account
closeout fee.
NET ASSET VALUE. Charts and graphs using a fund's net asset values,
adjusted net asset values, and benchmark indices may be used to exhibit
performance. An adjusted NAV includes any distributions paid by a fund and
reflects all elements of its return. Unless otherwise indicated, a fund's
adjusted NAVs are not adjusted for sales charges, if any.
HISTORICAL FUND RESULTS. The following tables show the money market fund's
7-day yield, the bond fund's 30-day yield, each fund's tax-equivalent
yield, and total returns for periods ended December 31, 1995. Total return
figures include the effect of the $5.00 account closeout fee based on an
average size account, but not the bond fund's .50% redemption fee,
applicable to shares held less than 180 days.
The tax-equivalent yield is based on a combined effective federal and state
income tax rate of 37.79% and reflects that, as of December 31, 1995, none
of the funds ' income was subject to state taxes. Note that each fund
may invest in securities whose income is subject to the federal alternative
minimum tax.
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Average Annual Total Returns Cumulative Total Returns
Tax-Equivalent One Five Life of One Five Life of
Yield Yield Year Years Fund* Year Years Fund*
Money Market 4.15% 6.67 % 3.56 % 3.17 % 4.14 % 3.56 % 16.86 % 46.54 %
Fund
Bond Fund 4.94% 7.94 % 17.43 % 9.15 % 8.13 % 17.43 % 54.92 % 108.58 %
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* From August 6, 1986 (commencement of operations).
Note: If FMR had not reimbursed certain fund expenses during these periods,
the funds' total returns would have been lower.
The following table shows the income and capital elements of each fund's
cumulative total return. The table compares each fund's return to the
record of the Standard & Poor's Composite Index of 500 Stocks (S&P
500 (registered trademark) ), the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA),
and the cost of living (measured by the Consumer Price Index, or CPI) over
the same period. The CPI information is as of the month end closest to the
initial investment date for each fund. The S&P 500 and DJIA comparisons are
provided to show how each fund's total return compared to the record of a
broad average of common stocks and a narrower set of stocks of major
industrial companies, respectively, over the same period. Of course, since
each fund invests in short-term fixed-income securities, common stocks
represent a different type of investment from the fund. Common stocks
generally offer greater growth potential than the funds, but generally
experience greater price volatility, which means greater potential for
loss. In addition, common stocks generally provide lower income than a
fixed-income investment such as the funds. Figures for the S&P 500 and DJIA
are based on the prices of unmanaged groups of stocks and, unlike the
funds' returns, do not include the effect of paying brokerage commissions
or other costs of investing.
During the period from August 6, 1986 (commencement of operations) to
December 31, 1995, a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the money market
fund would have grown to $ 14,655 , assuming all distributions
were reinvested. This was a period of fluctuating interest rates and bond
prices and the figures below should not be considered representative of the
dividend income or capital gain or loss that could be realized from an
investment in the fund today.
SPARTAN PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND INDICES
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Value of Value of Value of
Initial Reinvested Reinvested Cost
Year Ended $10,000 Dividend Capital Gain Total of
December 31 Investment Distributions Distributions Value S&P 500 DJIA Living**
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1995 $10,000 $ 4,655 $ 0 $ 14,655 $ 34,960 $ 38,852 $ 14,018
1994 10,000 4,151 0 14,151 25,411 28,416 13,671
1993 10,000 3,790 0 13,790 25,081 27,070 13,315
1992 10,000 3,491 0 13,491 22,784 23,138 12,959
1991 10,000 3,111 0 13,111 21,167 21,565 12,594
1990 10,000 2,540 0 12,540 16,222 17,343 12,219
1989 10,000 1,825 0 11,825 16,743 17,437 11,516
1988 10,000 1,118 0 11,118 12,715 13,234 11,005
1987 10,000 584 0 10,584 10,904 11,416 10,539
1986* 10,000 151 0 10,151 10,359 10,828 10,091
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* From August 6, 1986 (commencement of operations).
** From month-end closest to initial investment date.
Explanatory Notes: With an initial investment of $10,000 made on August 6,
1986, the net amount invested in fund shares was $10,000. The cost of the
initial investment ($10,000), together with the aggregate cost of
reinvested dividends and capital gain distributions for the period covered
(their cash value at the time they were reinvested), amounted to
$ 14,655 . If distributions had not been reinvested, the amount of
distributions earned from the fund over time would have been smaller, and
cash payments for the period would have amounted to $ 3,829 for
dividends and $ 0 for capital gains distributions. Tax consequences
of different investments have not been factored into the above figures. The
figures in the table do not reflect the effect of the fund's $5.00 account
closeout fee.
During the period from August 6, 1986 (commencement of operations) to
December 31, 1995, a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the bond
fund would have grown to $ 20,859 , assuming all distributions
were reinvested. This was a period of fluctuating interest rates and bond
prices and the figures below should not be considered representative of the
dividend income or capital gain or loss that could be realized from an
investment in the fund today.
SPARTAN PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND INDICES
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Value of Value of Value of
Initial Reinvested Reinvested Cost
Year Ended $10,000 Dividend Capital Gain Total of
December 31 Investment Distributions Distributions Value S&P 500 DJIA Living**
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1995 $ 10,670 $ 9,385 $ 804 $ 20,859 $ 34,960 $ 38,852 $ 14,018
1994 9,620 7,418 725 17,763 25,411 28,416 13,671
1993 11,130 7,342 232 18,704 25,081 27,070 13,315
1992 10,590 5,936 0 16,526 22,784 23,138 12,959
1991 10,370 4,776 0 15,146 21,167 21,565 12,594
1990 9,880 3,584 0 13,464 16,222 17,343 12,219
1989 9,900 2,660 0 12,560 16,743 17,437 11,516
1988 9,660 1,778 0 11,438 12,715 13,234 11,005
1987 9,070 945 0 10,015 10,904 11,416 10,539
1986* 10,350 273 0 10,623 10,359 10,828 10,091
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* From August 6, 1986 (commencement of operations).
** From month-end closest to initial investment date.
Explanatory Notes: With an initial investment of $10,000 made on August 6,
1986, the net amount invested in fund shares was $10,000. The cost of the
initial investment ($10,000), together with the aggregate cost of
reinvested dividends and capital gain distributions for the period covered
(their cash value at the time they were reinvested), amounted to
$ 19,668 . If distributions had not been reinvested, the amount of
distributions earned from the fund over time would have been smaller, and
cash payments for the period would have amounted to $ 6,319 for
dividends and $ 450 for capital gains distributions. Tax consequences
of different investments have not been factored into the above figures. The
figures in the table do not reflect the effect of the fund's $5.00 account
closeout fee , or the fund's .50% redemption fee applicable to shares
held less than 180 days.
PERFORMANCE COMPARISONS. A fund's performance may be compared to the
performance of other mutual funds in general, or to the performance of
particular types of mutual funds. These comparisons may be expressed as
mutual fund rankings prepared by Lipper Analytical Services, Inc. (Lipper),
an independent service located in Summit, New Jersey that monitors the
performance of mutual funds. Lipper generally ranks funds on the basis of
total return, assuming reinvestment of distributions, but does not take
sales charges or redemption fees into consideration, and is prepared
without regard to tax consequences. Lipper may also rank funds based on
yield. In addition to the mutual fund rankings, a fund's performance may be
compared to stock, bond, and money market mutual fund performance indices
prepared by Lipper or other organizations. When comparing these indices, it
is important to remember the risk and return characteristics of each type
of investment. For example, while stock mutual funds may offer higher
potential returns, they also carry the highest degree of share price
volatility. Likewise, money market funds may offer greater stability of
principal, but generally do not offer the higher potential returns
available from stock mutual funds.
From time to time, a fund's performance may also be compared to other
mutual funds tracked by financial or business publications and periodicals.
For example, the fund may quote Morningstar, Inc. in its advertising
materials. Morningstar, Inc. is a mutual fund rating service that rates
mutual funds on the basis of risk-adjusted performance. Rankings that
compare the performance of Fidelity funds to one another in appropriate
categories over specific periods of time may also be quoted in advertising.
A fund may be compared in advertising to Certificates of Deposit (CDs) or
other investments issued by banks or other depository institutions. Mutual
funds differ from bank investments in several respects. For example, a fund
may offer greater liquidity or higher potential returns than CDs, a fund
does not guarantee your principal or your return, and fund shares are not
FDIC insured.
Fidelity may provide information designed to help individuals understand
their investment goals and explore various financial strategies. Such
information may include information about current economic, market, and
political conditions; materials that describe general principles of
investing, such as asset allocation, diversification, risk tolerance, and
goal setting; questionnaires designed to help create a personal financial
profile; worksheets used to project savings needs based on assumed rates of
inflation and hypothetical rates of return; and action plans offering
investment alternatives. Materials may also include discussions of
Fidelity's asset allocation funds and other Fidelity funds, products, and
services.
Ibbotson Associates of Chicago, Illinois (Ibbotson) provides historical
returns of the capital markets in the United States, including common
stocks, small capitalization stocks, long-term corporate bonds,
intermediate-term government bonds, long-term government bonds, Treasury
bills, the U.S. rate of inflation (based on the CPI), and combinations of
various capital markets. The performance of these capital markets is based
on the returns of different indices.
Fidelity funds may use the performance of these capital markets in order to
demonstrate general risk-versus-reward investment scenarios. Performance
comparisons may also include the value of a hypothetical investment in any
of these capital markets. The risks associated with the security types in
any capital market may or may not correspond directly to those of the
funds. Ibbotson calculates total returns in the same method as the funds.
The funds may also compare performance to that of other compilations or
indices that may be developed and made available in the future.
A fund may compare its performance or the performance of securities in
which it may invest to averages published by IBC USA (Publications), Inc.
of Ashland, Massachusetts. These averages assume reinvestment of
distributions. The IBC/Donoghue's MONEY FUND AVERAGES(trademark)/All
Tax-Free, which is reported in the MONEY FUND REPORT(registered trademark),
covers over 395 tax-free money market funds. The Bond Fund Report
AverageS(trademark)/Municipal, which is reported in the BOND FUND
REPORT(registered trademark), covers over 559 tax-free bond funds.
When evaluating comparisons to money market funds, investors should
consider the relevant differences in investment objectives and policies.
Specifically, money market funds invest in short-term, high-quality
instruments and seek to maintain a stable $1.00 share price. Bond funds,
however, invests in longer-term instruments and its share price changes
daily in response to a variety of factors.
A fund may compare and contrast in advertising the relative advantages of
investing in a mutual fund versus an individual municipal bond. Unlike
tax-free mutual funds, individual municipal bonds offer a stated rate of
interest and, if held to maturity, repayment of principal. Although some
individual municipal bonds might offer a higher return, they do not offer
the reduced risk of a mutual fund that invests in many different
securities. The initial investment requirements and sales charges of many
tax-free mutual funds are lower than the purchase cost of individual
municipal bonds, which are generally issued in $5,000 denominations and are
subject to direct brokerage costs.
In advertising materials, Fidelity may reference or discuss its products
and services, which may include other Fidelity funds; retirement investing;
brokerage products and services; model portfolios or allocations; saving
for college or other goals; charitable giving; and the Fidelity credit
card. In addition, Fidelity may quote or reprint financial or business
publications and periodicals as they relate to current economic and
political conditions, fund management, portfolio composition, investment
philosophy, investment techniques, the desirability of owning a particular
mutual fund, and Fidelity services and products. Fidelity may also reprint,
and use as advertising and sales literature, articles from Fidelity Focus,
a quarterly magazine provided free of charge to Fidelity fund shareholders.
A fund may present its fund number, Quotron(trademark) number, and CUSIP
number, and discuss or quote its current portfolio manager.
VOLATILITY. A fund may quote various measures of volatility and benchmark
correlation in advertising. In addition, the fund may compare these
measures to those of other funds. Measures of volatility seek to compare
the fund's historical share price fluctuations or total returns to those of
a benchmark. Measures of benchmark correlation indicate how valid a
comparative benchmark may be. All measures of volatility and correlation
are calculated using averages of historical data. In advertising, the
bond fund may also discuss or illustrate examples of interest rate
sensitivity.
MOMENTUM INDICATORS indicate a fund's price movements over specific periods
of time. Each point on the momentum indicator represents the fund's
percentage change in price movements over that period.
A fund may advertise examples of the effects of periodic investment plans,
including the principle of dollar cost averaging. In such a program, an
investor invests a fixed dollar amount in a fund at periodic intervals,
thereby purchasing fewer shares when prices are high and more shares when
prices are low. While such a strategy does not assure a profit or guard
against loss in a declining market, the investor's average cost per share
can be lower than if fixed numbers of shares are purchased at the same
intervals. In evaluating such a plan, investors should consider their
ability to continue purchasing shares during periods of low price levels.
As of December 31, 1995, FMR advised over $ 26.5 billion in tax-free
fund assets, $ 81 billion in money market fund assets, $ 240
billion in equity fund assets, $ 49 billion in international fund
assets, and $ 23 billion in Spartan fund assets. The funds may
reference the growth and variety of money market mutual funds and the
adviser's innovation and participation in the industry. The equity funds
under management figure represents the largest amount of equity fund assets
under management by a mutual fund investment adviser in the United States,
making FMR America's leading equity (stock) fund manager. FMR, its
subsidiaries, and affiliates maintain a worldwide information and
communications network for the purpose of researching and managing
investments abroad.
In addition to performance rankings, each fund may compare its total
expense ratio to the average total expense ratio of similar funds tracked
by Lipper. A fund's total expense ratio is a significant factor in
comparing bond and money market investments because of its effect on yield.
ADDITIONAL PURCHASE AND REDEMPTION INFORMATION
Each fund is open for business and its net asset value per share (NAV) is
calculated each day the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is open for trading.
The NYSE has designated the following holiday closings for 1996: New
Year' s Day, President's Day (observed), Good Friday, Memorial Day
(observed), Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas
Day. Although FMR expects the same holiday schedule to be observed in the
future, the NYSE may modify its holiday schedule at any time. In addition,
the funds will not process wire purchases and redemptions on days when the
Federal Reserve Wire System is closed.
FSC normally determines each fund's NAV as of the close of the NYSE
(normally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time). However, NAV may be calculated earlier
if trading on the NYSE is restricted or as permitted by the Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC). To the extent that portfolio securities are
traded in other markets on days when the NYSE is closed, a fund's NAV may
be affected on days when investors do not have access to the fund to
purchase or redeem shares. In addition, trading in some of a fund's
portfolio securities may not oc cur on days when the fund is open for
business.
If the Trustees determine that existing conditions make cash payments
undesirable, redemption payments may be made in whole or in part in
securities or other property, valued for this purpose as they are valued in
computing a fund's NAV. Shareholders receiving securities or other property
on redemption may realize a gain or loss for tax purposes, and will incur
any costs of sale, as well as the associated inconveniences.
Pursuant to Rule 11a-3 under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the 1940
Act), each fund is required to give shareholders at least 60 days' notice
prior to terminating or modifying its exchange privilege. Under the Rule,
the 60-day notification requirement may be waived if (i) the only effect of
a modification would be to reduce or eliminate an administrative fee,
redemption fee, or deferred sales charge ordinarily payable at the time of
an exchange, or (ii) the fund suspends the redemption of the shares to be
exchanged as permitted under the 1940 Act or the rules and regulations
thereunder, or the fund to be acquired suspends the sale of its shares
because it is unable to invest amounts effectively in accordance with its
investment objective and policies.
In the Prospectus, each fund has notified shareholders that it reserves the
right at any time, without prior notice, to refuse exchange purchases by
any person or group if, in FMR's judgment, the fund would be unable to
invest effectively in accordance with its investment objective and
policies, or would otherwise potentially be adversely affected.
DISTRIBUTIONS AND TAXES
DISTRIBUTIONS. If you request to have distributions mailed to you and the
U.S. Postal Service cannot deliver your checks, or if your checks remain
uncashed for six months, Fidelity may reinvest your distributions at the
then-current NAV. All subsequent distributions will then be reinvested
until you provide Fidelity with alternate instructions.
DIVIDENDS. To the extent that each fund's income is designated as federally
tax-exempt interest, the daily dividends declared by the fund are also
federally tax-exempt. Short-term capital gains are distributed as dividend
income, but do not qualify for the dividends-received deduction. These
gains will be taxed as ordinary income. Each fund will send each
shareholder a notice in January describing the tax status of dividend and
capital gain distributions (if any) for the prior year.
Shareholders are required to report tax-exempt income on their federal tax
returns. Shareholders who earn other income, such as Social Security
benefits, may be subject to federal income tax on up to 85% of such
benefits to the extent that their income, including tax-exempt income,
exceeds certain base amounts.
Each fund purchases municipal securit ies that are free from federal
income tax based on opinions of counsel regarding their tax status. These
opinions generally will be based on covenants by the issuers or other
parties regarding continuing compliance with federal tax requirements. If
at any time the covenants are not complied with, distribution to
shareholders of interest on a security could become federally taxable
retroactive to the date the security was issued. For certain types of
structure securities, opinions of counsel may also be based on the effect
of the structure on the federal and state tax treatment of the income.
As a result of the Tax Reform Act of 1986, interest on certain "private
activity" securities is subject to the federal alternative minimum tax
(AMT), although the interest continues to be excludable from gross income
for other tax purposes. Interest from private activity securities will be
considered tax-exempt for purposes of the bond fund's polic y
of investing so that at least 80% of its income is free from federal income
tax and the money market fund's policy of investing so that at least 80%
of its income distributions are free from federal income tax . Interest
from private activity securities is a tax preference item for the purposes
of determining whether a taxpayer is subject to the AMT and the amount of
AMT to be paid, if any. Private activity securities issued after August 7,
1986 to benefit a private or industrial user or to finance a private
facility are affected by this rule.
A portion of the gain on bonds purchased with market discount after April
30, 1993 and short-term capital gains distributed by each fund are taxable
to shareholders as dividends, not as capital gains. Dividend distributions
resulting from a recharacterization of gain from the sale of bonds
purchased with market discount after April 30, 1993 are not considered
income for purposes of the bond fund's policy of investing so that at least
80% of its income is free from federal income tax and the money market
fund's policy of investing so that at least 80% of its income distributions
are free from federal income tax. The money market fund may distribute any
net realized short-term capital gains and taxable market discount once a
year or more often, as necessary, to maintain its net asset value at $1.00
per share.
Corporate investors should note that a tax preference item for purposes of
the corporate AMT is 75% of the amount by which adjusted current earnings
(which includes tax-exempt interest) exceeds the alternative minimum
taxable income of the corporation. If a shareholder receives an
exempt-interest dividend and sells shares at a loss after holding them for
a period of six months or less, the loss will be disallowed to the extent
of the amount of exempt-interest dividend.
PENNSYLVANIA TAXES. To the extent that each fund's distributions are
derived from interest on state tax-free securities , its income
dividends will be exempt from the Pennsylvania personal income tax.
However, distributions attributable to capital gains (whether or not
from state tax-free securities) are not exempt from the
Pennsylvania personal income tax. Distributions of interest earned from
non-exempt obligations are not exempt from the Pennsylvania personal income
tax. The funds' dividends may or may not be exempt from current or future
taxes of certain Pennsylvania municipalities.
To the extent a fund's investments on the annual assessment date
consist of (i) municipal obligations of the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania and its political subdivisions or municipal authorities, and
(ii) obligations of the United States, including certain obligations of
Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and Guam, and any U.S. territories or
possessions whose obligations are immune from state and local taxation
under federal law, collectively referred to as exempt obligations, shares
purchased as an investment in either of the funds will not be taxable for
purposes of the Pennsylvania county personal property tax. Any holdings
other than exempt obligations may result in shares of the funds being
wholly or partially subject to the taxes described above.
CAPITAL GAIN DISTRIBUTIONS. Long-term capital gains earned by each fund on
the sale of securities and distributed to shareholders are federally
taxable as long-term capital gains, regardless of the length of time
shareholders have held their shares. If a shareholder receives a long-term
capital gain distribution on shares of a fund, and such shares are held six
months or less and are sold at a loss, the portion of the loss equal to the
amount of the long-term capital gain distribution will be considered a
long-term loss for tax purposes. Short-term capital gains distributed by
each fund are taxable to shareholders as dividends, not as capital gains.
The money market fund does not anticipate distributing long-term capital
gains.
As of December 31, 19 95 , the bond fund had a capital loss
carryforward aggregating approximately $ 176,917, which will expire
on December 31, 2003, is available to offset future capital gains.
As of December 31, 1995, the money market fund had a capital loss
carryforward aggregating approximately $39,000. This loss carryforward of
which $5,000, $5,000, $19,000, and $10,000 will expire on December 31,
1997, 1998, 2002, and 2003, respectively, is available to offset future
capital gains.
TAX STATUS OF THE FUNDS. Each fund int ends to qu alify each year as a
"regulated investment company" for tax purposes so that it will not be
liable for federal tax on income and capital gains distributed to
shareholders. In order to qualify as a regulated investment company and
avoid being subject to federal income or excise taxes at the fund level,
each fund intends to distribute substantially all of its net investment
income and net realized capital gains within each calendar year as well as
on a fiscal year basis. Each fund intends to comply with other tax rules
applicable to regulated investment companies, including a requirement that
capital gains from the sale of securities held less than three months
constitute less than 30% of the fund's gross income for each fiscal year.
Gains from some futures contracts and options are included in this 30%
calculation, which may limit a fund's investments in such instruments.
Each fund is treated as a separate entity from the other funds of Fidelity
Municipal Trust (Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Income Fund) and Fidelity
Municipal Trust II (Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Money Market Fund) for
t ax purposes.
OTHER TAX INFORMATION. The information above is only a summary of some of
the tax consequences generally affecting each fund and its shareholders,
and no attempt has been made to discuss individual tax consequences. In
addition to federal income taxes, shareholders may be subject to state and
local taxes on fund distributions, and shares may be subject to state and
local personal property taxes. Investors should consult their tax advisers
to determine whether a fund is suitable to their particular tax situation.
FMR
All of the stock of FMR is owned by FMR Corp., its parent organized in
1972. The voting common stock of FMR Corp. is divided into two classes.
Class B is held predominantly by members of the Edward C. Johnson 3d family
and is entitled to 49% of the vote on any matter acted upon by the voting
common stock. Class A is held predominantly by non-Johnson family member
employees of FMR Corp. and its affiliates and is entitled to 51% of the
vote on any such matter. The Johnson family group and all other Class B
shareholders have entered into a shareholders' voting agreement under which
all Class B shares will be voted in accordance with the majority vote of
Class B shares. Under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the 1940 Act),
control of a company is presumed where one individual or group of
individuals owns more than 25% of the voting stock of that company.
Therefore, through their ownership of voting common stock and the execution
of the shareholders' voting agreement, members of the Johnson family may be
deemed, under the 1940 Act, to form a controlling group w ith respect to
FMR Corp.
At present, the principal operating activities of FMR Corp. are those
conducted by three of its divisions as follows: FSC, which is the transfer
and shareholder servicing agent for certain of the funds advised by FMR;
Fidelity Investments Institutional Operations Company, which performs
shareholder servicing functions for institutional customers and funds sold
through intermediaries; and Fidelity Investments Retail Marketing Company,
which provides marketing services to various companies within the Fidelity
organization.
Fidelity investment personnel may invest in securities for their own
account pursuant to a code of ethics that sets forth all employees'
fiduciary responsibilities regarding the funds, establishes procedures for
personal investing and restricts certain transactions. For example, all
personal trades in most securities require pre-clearance, and participation
in initial public offerings is prohibited. In addition, restrictions on the
timing of person al investing in rela tion to trades by Fidelity funds
and on short-term trading have been adopted.
TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS
The Trustees and executive officers of the trust s are listed below.
Except as indicated, each individual has held the office shown or other
offices in the same company for the last five years. Trustees and officers
elected or appointed to Fidelity Municipal Trust II prior to the
money market fund's conversion from a series of Fidelity Municipal Trust
served in identical capacities. All persons named as Trustees also serve in
similar capacities for other funds advised by FMR. The business address of
each Trustee and officer who is an "interested person" (as defined in the
Investment Company Act of 1940) is 82 Devonshire Street, Boston,
Massachusetts 02109, which is also the address of FMR. Th e business
address of all the other Trustees is Fidelity Investments, P.O. Box 9235,
Boston, Massachusetts 02205-9235. Those Trustees who are "interested
persons" by virtue of their affiliation with either the trust or FMR
are indicated by an asterisk (*).
*EDWARD C. JOHNSON 3d (65), T rustee and President, is Chairman,
Chief Executive Officer and a Director of FMR Corp.; a Director and
Chairman of the Board and of the Executive Committee of FMR; Chairman and a
Director of FMR Texas Inc., Fidelity Management & Research (U.K.) Inc., and
Fidelity Management & Research (Far East) Inc.
*J. GARY BURKHEAD (54), Trustee and Senior Vice President, is President of
FMR; and President and a Director of FMR Texas Inc., Fidelity Management &
Research (U.K.) Inc., and Fidelity Management & Research (Far East) Inc.
RALPH F. COX (63), Trustee (1991), is a consultant to Western Mining
Corporation (1994). Prior to February 1994, he was President of Greenhill
Petroleum Corporation (petroleum exploration and production, 1990). Until
March 1990, Mr. Cox was President and Chief Operating Officer of Union
Pacific Resources Company (exploration and production). He is a Director of
Sanifill Corporation (non-hazardous waste, 1993) and CH2M Hill Companies
(engineering). In addition, he served on the Board of Directors of the
Norton Company (manufacturer of industrial devices, 1983-1990) and
continues to serve on the Board of Directors of the Texas State Chamber of
Commerce, and is a member of advisory boards of Texas A&M University and
the University of Texas at Austin.
PHYLLIS BURKE DAVIS (64), Trustee (1992). Prior to her retirement in
September 1991, Mrs. Davis was the Senior Vice President of Corporate
Affairs of Avon Products, Inc. She is currently a Director of BellSouth
Corporation (telecommunications), Eaton Corporation (manufacturing, 1991),
and the TJX Companies, Inc. (retail stores, 1990), and previously served as
a Director of Hallmark Cards, Inc. (1985-1991) and Nabisco Brands, Inc. In
addition, she is a member of the President's Advisory Council of The
University of Vermont School of Business Administration.
RICHARD J. FLYNN (71), Trustee, is a financial consultant. Prior to
September 1986, Mr. Flynn was Vice Chairman and a Director of the Norton
Company (manufacturer of industrial devices). He is currently a Trustee of
College of the Holy Cross and Old Sturbridge Village, Inc., and he
previously served as a Director of Mechanics Bank (1971-1995).
E. BRADLEY JONES (68), Trustee (1990). Prior to his retirement in 1984, Mr.
Jones was Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of LTV Steel Company. He is
a Director of TRW Inc. (original equipment and replacement products),
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc (mining), Consolidated Rail Corporation, Birmingham
Steel Corporation, and RPM, Inc. (manufacturer of chemical products, 1990),
and he previously served as a Director of NACCO Industries, Inc. (mining
and marketing, 1985-1995) and Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc.
(1985-1995). In addition, he serves as a Trustee of First Union Real Estate
Investments, a Trustee and member of the Executive Committee of the
Cleveland Clinic Foundation, a Trustee and member of the Executive
Committee of University School (Cleveland), and a Trustee of Cleveland
Clinic Florida.
DONALD J. KIRK (63), Trustee, is Executive-in-Residence (1995) at Columbia
University Graduate School of Business and a financial consultant. From
1987 to January 1995, Mr. Kirk was a Professor at Columbia University
Graduate School of Business. Prior to 1987, he was Chairman of the
Financial Accounting Standards Board. Mr. Kirk is a Director of General Re
Corporation (reinsurance), and he previously served as a Director of
Valuation Research Corp. (appraisals and valuations, 1993-1995). In
addition, he serves as Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the
National Arts Stabilization Fund, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees of
the Greenwich Hospital Association, and as a Member of the Public Oversight
Board of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants' SEC
Practice Section (1995).
*PETER S. LYNCH (52), Trustee (1990) is Vice Chairman and Director of FMR
(1992). Prior to May 31, 1990, he was a Director of FMR and Executive Vice
President of FMR (a position he held until March 31, 1991); Vice President
of Fidelity Magellan Fund and FMR Growth Group Leader; and Managing
Director of FMR Corp. Mr. Lynch was also Vice President of Fidelity
Investments Corporate Services (1991-1992). He is a Director of W.R. Grace
& Co. (chemicals) and Morrison Knudsen Corporation (engineering and
construction). In addition, he serves as a Trustee of Boston College,
Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary, Historic Deerfield (1989) and Society
for the Preservation of New England Antiquities, and as an Overseer of the
Museum of Fine Arts of Boston (1990).
GERALD C. McDONOUGH (66), Trustee, is Chairman of G.M. Management Group
(strategic advisory services). Prior to his retirement in July 1988, he was
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Leaseway Transportation Corp.
(physical distribution services). Mr. McDonough is a Director of
ACME-Cleveland Corp. (metal working, telecommunications and electronic
products), Brush-Wellman Inc. (metal refining), York International Corp.
(air conditioning and refrigeration), Commercial Intertech Corp. (water
treatment equipment, 1992), and Associated Estates Realty Corporation (a
real estate investment trust, 1993).
EDWARD H. MALONE (71), Trustee. Prior to his retirement in 1985, Mr. Malone
was Chairman, General Electric Investment Corporation and a Vice President
of General Electric Company. He is a Director of Allegheny Power Systems,
Inc. (electric utility), General Re Corporation (reinsurance) and Mattel
Inc. (toy manufacturer). In addition, he serves as a Trustee of the Naples
Philharmonic Center for the Arts and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and
he is a member of the Advisory Boards of Butler Capital Corporation Funds
and Warburg, Pincus Partnership Funds.
MARVIN L. MANN (62), Trustee (1993) is Chairman of the Board, President,
and Chief Executive Officer of Lexmark International, Inc. (office
machines, 1991). Prior to 1991, he held the positions of Vice President of
International Business Machines Corporation ("IBM") and President and
General Manager of various IBM divisions and subsidiaries. Mr. Mann is a
Director of M.A. Hanna Company (chemicals, 1993) and Infomart (marketing
services, 1991), a Trammell Crow Co. In addition, he serves as the Campaign
Vice Chairman of the Tri-State United Way (1993) and is a member of the
University of Alabama President's Cabinet (1990).
THOMAS R. WILLIAMS (67), Trustee, is President of The Wales Group, Inc.
(management and financial advisory services). Prior to retiring in 1987,
Mr. Williams served as Chairman of the Board of First Wachovia Corporation
(bank holding company), and Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The
First National Bank of Atlanta and First Atlanta Corporation (bank holding
company). He is currently a Director of BellSouth Corporation
(telecommunications), ConAgra, Inc. (agricultural products), Fisher
Business Systems, Inc. (computer software), Georgia Power Company (electric
utility), Gerber Alley & Associates, Inc. (computer software), National
Life Insurance Company of Vermont, American Software, Inc., and AppleSouth,
Inc. (restaurants, 1992).
FRED L. HENNING, JR. (56), Vice President, is Vice President of Fidelity's
money market (1994) and fixed-income (1995) funds and Senior Vice President
of FMR Texas Inc.
DEBORAH WATSON (36) is manager and Vice President of Spartan Pennsylvania
Municipal Money Market, which she has managed since September 1989. She
also manages California Tax-Free Money Market, Spartan California Municipal
Money Market, Tax-Exempt Money Market Trust, and Capital Reserves:
Municipal Money Market. Previously, she managed Spartan Florida Municipal
Money Market. Ms. Watson joined Fidelity in 1982.
ARTHUR S. LORING (48), Secretary, is Senior Vice President (1993) and
General Counsel of FMR, Vice President-Legal of FMR Corp., and Vice
President and Clerk of FDC.
KENNETH A. RATHGEBER (48), Treasurer (1995), is Treasurer of the Fidelity
funds and is an employee of FMR (1995). Before joining FMR, Mr. Rathgeber
was a Vice President of Goldman Sachs & Co. (1978-1995), where he served in
various positions, including Vice President of Proprietary Accounting
(1988-1992), Global Co-Controller (1992-1994), and Chief Operations Officer
of Goldman Sachs (Asia) LLC (1994-1995).
THOMAS D. MAHER (50), Assistant Vice President (1990), is Assistant Vice
President of Fidelity's money market funds and Vice President and Associate
General Counsel of FMR Texas Inc. (1990). Prior to 1990, Mr. Maher was an
employee of FMR.
JOHN H. COSTELLO (49), Assistant Treasurer, is an employee of FMR.
LEONARD M. RUSH (49), Assistant Treasurer (1994), is an employee of FMR
(1994). Prior to becoming Assistant Treasurer of the Fidelity funds, Mr.
Rush was Chief Compliance Officer of FMR Corp. (1993-1994); Chief Financial
Officer of Fidelity Brokerage Services, Inc. (1990-1993); and Vice
President, Assistant Controller, and Director of the Accounting Department
- - First Boston Corp. (1986-1990).
The following table s set forth information describing the
compensation of each current trustee of each fund for his or her services
as trustee for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1995.
COMPENSATION TABLE
Aggregate Compensation
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J. Gary Ralph F. Phyllis Richard Edward C. E. Donald Peter S. Gerald C. Edward Marvin L. Thomas
Burkhead** Cox Burke J. Flynn Johnson 3d** Bradley J. Kirk Lynch** McDonough H. Mann R.
Davis Jones Malone Williams
Bond Fund $ 0 $ 110 $ 107 $ 138 $ 0 $ 110 $ 113 $ 0 $ 110 $ 110 $ 110 $ 107
Money 0 100 98 125 0 100 103 0 100 100 100 98
Market Fund
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Trustees Pension or Estimated Annual Total
Retirement Benefits Upon Compensation
Benefits Accrued Retirement from from the Fund
as Part of Fund the Fund Complex* Complex*
Expenses from the
Fund Complex*
J. Gary Burkhead** $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Ralph F. Cox 5,200 52,000 12 8 ,000
Phyllis Burke Davis 5,200 52,000 12 5 ,000
Richard J. Flynn 0 52,000 1 60 ,500
Edward C. Johnson 3d** 0 0 0
E. Bradley Jones 5,200 49,400 12 8 , 0 00
Donald J. Kirk 5,200 52,000 12 9 , 5 00
Peter S. Lynch** 0 0 0
Gerald C. McDonough 5,200 52,000 12 8 ,000
Edward H. Malone 5,200 44,200 128,000
Marvin L. Mann 5,200 52,000 12 8 ,000
Thomas R. Williams 5,200 52,000 12 5 , 0 00
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* Information is as December 31, 199 5 for 2 19 funds in the
complex.
** Interested trustees of the fund are compensated by FMR.
The non-interested Trustees may elect to defer receipt of all or a
percentage of their annual fees in accordance with the terms of a Deferred
Compensation Plan (the Plan). Under the Plan, compensation deferred by a
Trustee is periodically adjusted as though an equivalent amount had been
invested and reinvested in shares of one or more funds in the complex
designated by such Trustee (designated securities). The amount paid to the
Trustee under the Plan will be determined based upon the performance of
such investments. Deferral of Trustees' fees in accordance with the Plan
will have a negligible effect on a fund's assets, liabilities, and net
income per share, and will not obligate the fund to retain the services of
any Trustee or to pay any particular level of compensation to the Trustee.
Each fund may invest in such designated securities under the plan without
shareholder approval.
Under a retirement program adopted in July 1988, the non-interested
Trustees, upon reaching age 72, become eligible to participate in a
retirement program under which they receive payments during their lifetime
from a fund based on their basic trustee fees and length of service. The
obligation of a fund to make such payments is not secured or funded.
Trustees become eligible if, at the time of retirement, they have served on
the Board for at least five years. Currently, Messrs. Ralph S. Saul,
William R. Spaulding, Bertram H. Witham, and David L. Yunich, all former
non-interested Trustees, receive retirement benefits under the program.
On December 31, 1995, the Trustees and officers of each fund owned,
in the aggregate, less than 1 % of each fund's total outstanding
shares.
MANAGEMENT CONTRACTS
Each fund employs FMR to furnish investment advisory and other services.
Under its management contract with each fund, FMR acts as investment
adviser and, subject to the supervision of the Board of Trustees, directs
the investments of each fund in accordance with its investment objective,
policies, and limitations. FMR also provides each fund with all necessary
office facilities and personnel for servicing each fund's investments,
compensates all officers of each fund and all Trustees who are "interested
persons" of the trusts or of FMR, and all personnel of each fund or FMR
performing services relating to research, statistical, and investment
activities.
In addition, FMR or its affiliates, subject to the supervision of the Board
of Trustees, provide the management and administrative services necessary
for the operation of each fund. These services include providing facilities
for maintaining each fund's organization; supervising relations with
custodians, transfer and pricing agents, accountants, underwriters, and
other persons dealing with each fund; preparing all general shareholder
communications and conducting shareholder relations; maintaining each
fund's records and the registration of each fund's shares under federal and
state laws; developing management and shareholder services for each fund;
and furnishing reports, evaluations, and analyses on a variety of subjects
to the Trustees.
FMR is responsible for the payment of all expenses of each fund with
certain exceptions. Specific expenses payable by FMR include, without
limitation, expenses for the typesetting, printing, and mailing proxy
materials to shareholders; legal expenses, and the fees of the custodian,
auditor and non-interested Trustees; costs of typesetting, printing, and
mailing prospectuses and statements of additional information, notices and
reports to shareholders; each fund's proportionate share of insurance
premiums and Investment Company Institute dues. FMR also provides for
transfer agent and dividend disbursing services and portfolio and general
accounting record maintenance through FSC.
FMR pays all other expenses of each fund with the following exceptions:
fees and expenses of all Trustees of the trust who are not "interested
persons" of the trust or FMR (the non-interested Trustees); interest on
borrowings; taxes; brokerage commissions (if any); and such nonrecurring
expenses as may arise, including costs of any litigation to which a fund
may be a party, and any obligation it may have to indemnify the officers
and Trustees with respect to litigation.
FMR is the manager of the bond fund pursuant to a management contract dated
August 1, 1990, which was approved by shareholders on July 18, 1990. FMR is
the manager of the money market fund pursuant to a management contract
dated February 28, 1992, which was approved by Fidelity Municipal Trust as
the then sole shareholder of the money market fund on February 28,
1992, in conjunction with an Agreement and Plan to convert the fund from a
series of a Massachusetts business trust to a series of a Delaware business
trust. The Agreement and Plan was approved by public shareholders of the
money market fund on December 11, 1991. The money market fund's contract is
identical to the fund's prior contract with FMR. The management fee paid to
FMR is reduced by an amount equal to the fees and expenses of the
non-interested Trustees.
For the services of FMR under each contract, the money market fund and the
bond fund pay FMR a monthly management fee at the annual rates of .50% and
.55%, respectively, of average net assets throughout the month. Fees
received by FMR, after reduction of fees and expenses of the non-interested
Trustees, for the last three fiscal years are shown in the following table.
MONEY MARKET FUND:
Fiscal Year Ended Management Fees
December 31 Paid to FMR
1995 $ 1,133,238
1994 1,140,476
1993 1,092,498
BOND FUND:
Fiscal Year Ended Management Fees
December 31 Paid to FMR
1995 $ 1,494,332
1994 1,507,849
1993 1,555,647
FMR may, from time to time, voluntarily reimburse all or a portion of each
fund's operating expenses (exclusive of interest, taxes, brokerage
commissions, and extraordinary expenses). FMR retains the ability to be
repaid for these expense reimbursements in the amount that expenses fall
below the limit prior to the end of the fiscal year. Expense reimbursements
by FMR will increase each fund's total returns and yield and repayment of
the reimbursement by each fund will lower its total returns and yield.
To defray shareholder service costs, FMR or its affiliates also collect the
funds' $5.00 exchange fee, $5.00 account closeout fee, and $5.00 fee
for wire purchases and redemptions, and the money market fund's $2.00
checkwriting charge. Shareholder transaction fees and charges collected for
fiscal 1995, 1994, and 1993 are indicated in the tables below.
MONEY MARKET FUND:
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Fiscal Year Ended Exchange Account Wire Checkwriting
December 31 Fees Closeout Fees Fees Charges
1995 $ 2,420 $ 1,228 $ 220 $ 4,830
1994 3,060 1,357 355 5,548
1993 5,950 1,586 345 6,653
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BOND FUND:
Fiscal Year Ended Exchange Account Wire
December 31 Fees Closeout Fees Fees
1995 $ 1,605 $ 1,120 $ 230
1994 3,969 1,805 310
1993 3,615 1,055 380
SUB-ADVISER. On behalf of the money market fund, FMR has entered into a
sub-advisory agreement with FTX pursuant to which FTX has primary
responsibility for providing portfolio investment management services to
the fund.
Under the sub-advisory agreement, dated February 28, 1992 , which was
approved by Fidelity Municipal Trust as the then sole shareholder of the
fund on February 28, 1992 in conjunction with an agreement and plan to
convert the fund from a series of a Massachusetts business trust to a
series of a Delaware business trust as approved by public shareholders of
the fund on December 11, 1991, FMR pays FTX fees equal to 50% of the
management fee payable to FMR under its management contract with the money
market fund. The fees paid to FTX are not reduced by any voluntary or
mandatory expense reimbursements that may be in effect from time to time.
On behalf of the money market fund, for fiscal 1995, 1994, and 1993, FMR
paid FTX fees of $ 566,619 , $570,238 and $546,249, respectively.
DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICE PLANS
The Trustees have approved Distribution and Service Plans on behalf of the
funds (the Plans) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act
of 1940 (the Rule). The Rule provides in substance that a mutual fund may
not engage directly or indirectly in financing any activity that is
primarily intended to result in the sale of shares of a fund except
pursuant to a plan approved on behalf of the fund under the Rule. The
Plans, as approved by the Trustees, allow the funds and FMR to incur
certain expenses that might be considered to constitute indirect payment by
the funds of distribution expenses.
Under each Plan, if the payment of management fees by the funds to FMR is
deemed to be indirect financing by the funds of the distribution of their
shares, such payment is authorized by the Plans. Each Plan also
specifically recognizes that FMR, either directly or through FDC, may use
its management fee revenue, past profits, or other resources, without
limitation, to pay promotional and administrative expenses in connection
with the offer and sale of shares of each fund. In addition, each Plan
provides that FMR may use its resources, including its management fee
revenues, to make payments to third parties that assist in selling shares
of each fund, or to third parties, including banks, that render shareholder
support services.
No third party payments were made in fiscal 1995 on behalf of the
funds .
Prior to approving each Plan, the Trustees carefully considered all
pertinent factors relating to the implementation of the Plan, and have
determined that there is a reasonable likelihood that the Plan will benefit
the fund and its shareholders. In particular, the Trustees noted that the
Plans do not authorize payments by a fund other than those made to FMR
under its management contract with the fund. To the extent that each Plan
gives FMR and FDC greater flexibility in connection with the distribution
of shares of each fund, additional sales of fund shares may result.
Furthermore, certain shareholder support services may be provided more
effectively under the Plans by local entities with whom shareholders have
other relationships.
The money market fund's P lan was approved by shareholders , in
connection with a reorganization transaction on February 28, 1992,
pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Conversion . The bond fund's Plan
was approved by shareholders on December 31, 1986.
The Glass-Steagall Act generally prohibits federally and state chartered or
supervised banks from engaging in the business of underwriting, selling, or
distributing securities. Although the scope of this prohibition under the
Glass-Steagall Act has not been clearly defined by the courts or
appropriate regulatory agencies, FDC believes that the Glass-Steagall Act
should not preclude a bank from performing shareholder support services, or
servicing and recordkeeping functions. FDC intends to engage banks only to
perform such functions. However, changes in federal or state statutes and
regulations pertaining to the permissible activities of banks and their
affiliates or subsidiaries, as well as further judicial or administrative
decisions or interpretations, could prevent a bank from continuing to
perform all or a part of the contemplated services. If a bank were
prohibited from so acting, the Trustees would consider what actions, if
any, would be necessary to continue to provide efficient and effective
shareholder services. In such event, changes in the operation of the funds
might occur, including possible termination of any automatic investment or
redemption or other services then provided by the bank. It is not expected
that shareholders would suffer any adverse financial consequences as a
result of any of these occurrences. In addition, state securities laws on
this issue may differ from the interpretations of federal law expressed
herein, and banks and financial institutions may be required to register as
dealers pursuant to state law.
Each fund may execute portfolio transactions with, and purchase securities
issued by, depository institutions that receive payments under the Plans.
No preference for the instruments of such depository institutions will be
shown in the selection of investments.
CONTRACTS WITH FMR AFFILIATES
UMB Bank, n.a. (UMB) is each fund's custodian and transfer agent. UMB has
entered into sub-contracts with FSC, an affiliate of FMR, under the terms
of which FSC performs the processing activities associated with providing
transfer agent and shareholder servicing functions for each fund. Under
this arrangement, FSC receives annual account fees and asset-based fees for
each retail account and certain institutional accounts based on account
size. With respect to certain institutional retirement accounts, FSC
receives asset-based fees only. With respect to certain other institutional
retirement accounts, FSC receives annual account fees and asset based fees
based on fund type. In addition, these fees are subject to increases based
on postal rate changes. FSC also collects small account fees from certain
accounts with balances of less than $2,500. UMB has additional
sub-contracts with FSC, pursuant to which FSC performs the calculations
necessary to determine each fund's net asset value per share and dividends
and maintains each fund's accounting records. Under this arrangement, FSC
receives a fee based on each fund's average net assets. UMB is entitled to
reimbursement from FMR for fees paid to FSC since FMR must bear these costs
pursuant to its management contract with each fund.
Each fund has a distribution agreement with FDC, a Massachusetts
corporation organized on July 18, 1960. FDC is a broker-dealer registered
under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and is a member of the National
Association of Securities Dealers, Inc. The distribution agreement calls
for FDC to use all reasonable efforts, consistent with its other business,
to secure purchasers for shares of each fund, which are continuously
offered at net asset value. Promotional and administrative expenses in
connection with the offer and sale of shares are paid by FMR.
DESCRIPTION OF THE TRUSTS
TRUSTS' ORGANIZATION. Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Income Fund is a
fund of Fidelity Municipal Trust (the Massachusetts trust) , an
open-end management investment company originally organized as a Maryland
corporation on November 22, 1976 and reorganized as a Massachusetts
business trust on June 22, 1984, at which time its name changed from
Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund, Inc. to Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund. On
March 1, 1986, the trust's name was changed to Fidelity Municipal Trust.
Currently, there are seven funds of the Massachusetts trust: Fidelity
Municipal Bond Fund; Fidelity Aggressive Municipal Fund; Fidelity Insured
Municipal Income Fund; Fidelity Ohio Municipal Income Fund; Fidelity
Michigan M unicipal Income Fund; Fidelity Minnesota Municipal Income
Fund; and Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Income Fund. The Massachusetts
trust's Declaration of Trust permits the Trustees to create additional
funds.
Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Money Market Fund is a fund of
Fidelity Municipal Trust II (the Delaware trust) , an open-end
management investment company organized as a Delaware business trust on
June 20, 1991. Currently, there are three funds of the Delaware trust:
Fidelity Ohio Municipal Money Market Fund; Fidelity Michigan Municipal
Money Market Fund; and Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Money Market Fund.
The Delaware trust's Trust Instrument permits the Trustees to create
additional funds.
In the event that FMR ceases to be investment adviser to a trust or any of
its funds, the right of the trust or the fund to use the identifying names
"Fidelity" and "Spartan" may be withdrawn. There is a remote possibility
that one fund might become liable for ant misstatement in its prospectus or
statement of additional information about another fund.
The assets of each trust received for the issue or sale of shares of each
of its funds and all income, earnings, profits, and proceeds thereof,
subject only to the rights of creditors, are especially allocated to such
fund, and constitute the underlying assets of such fund. The underlying
assets of each fund are segregated on the books of account, and are to be
charged with the liabilities with respect to such fund and with a share of
the general expenses of their respective trusts. Expenses with respect to
the trusts are to be allocated in proportion to the asset value of their
respective funds, except where allocations of direct expense can otherwise
be fairly made. The officers of the trusts, subject to the general
supervision of the Boards of Trustees, have the power to determine which
expenses are allocable to a given fund, or which are general or allocable
to all of the funds of a certain trust. In the event of the dissolution or
liquidation of a trust, shareholders of each fund of that trust are
entitled to receive as a class the underlying assets of such fund available
for distribution.
SHAREHOLDER AND TRUSTEE LIABILITY - MASSACHUSETTS TRUST. The Massachusetts
trust is an entity of the type commonly known as "Massachusetts business
trust." Under Massachusetts law, shareholders of such a trust may, under
certain circumstances, be held personally liable for the obligations of the
trust. The Declaration of Trust provides that the Massachusetts trust shall
not have any claim against shareholders except for the payment of the
purchase price of shares and requires that each agreement, obligation, or
instrument entered into or executed by the Massachusetts trust or its
Trustees shall include a provision limiting the obligations created thereby
to the Massachusetts trust and its assets. The Declaration of Trust
provides for indemnification out of each fund's property of any
shareholders held personally liable for the obligations of the fund. The
Declaration of Trust also provides that each fund shall, upon request,
assume the defense of any claim made against any shareholder for any act or
obligation of the fund and satisfy any judgment thereon. Thus, the risk of
a shareholder incurring financial loss on account of shareholder liability
is limited to circumstances in which the fund itself would be unable to
meet its obligations. FMR believes that, in view of the above, the risk of
personal liability to shareholders is remote.
The Declaration of Trust further provides that the Trustees, if they have
exercised reasonable care, will not be liable for any neglect or
wrongdoing, but nothing in the Declaration of Trust protects Trustees
against any liability to which they would otherwise be subject by reason of
willful misfeasance, bad faith, gross negligence, or reckless disregard of
the duties involved in the conduct of their office.
SHAREHOLDER AND TRUSTEE LIABILITY - DELAWARE TRUST. The Delaware trust is a
business trust organized under Delaware law. Delaware law provides that
shareholders shall be entitled to the same limitations of personal
liability extended to stockholders of private corporations for profit. The
courts of some states, however, may decline to apply Delaware law on this
point. The Trust Instrument contains an express disclaimer of shareholder
liability for the debts, liabilities, obligations, and expenses of the
Delaware trust and requires that a disclaimer be given in each contract
entered into or executed by the Delaware trust or its Trustees. The Trust
Instrument provides for indemnification out of each fund's property of any
shareholder or former shareholder held personally liable for the
obligations of the fund. The Trust Instrument also provides that each fund
shall, upon request, assume the defense of any claim made against any
shareholder for any act or obligation of the fund and satisfy any judgment
thereon. Thus, the risk of a shareholder incurring financial loss on
account of shareholder liability is limited to circumstances in which
Delaware law does not apply, no contractual limitation of liability was in
effect, and the fund is unable to meet its obligations. FMR believes that,
in view of the above, the risk of personal liability to shareholders is
extremely remote.
The Trust Instrument further provides that the Trustees shall not be
personally liable to any person other than the Delaware trust or its
shareholders; moreover, the Trustees shall not be liable for any conduct
whatsoever, provided that Trustees are not protected against any liability
to which they would otherwise be subject by reason of willful misfeasance,
bad faith, gross negligence, or reckless disregard of the duties involved
in the conduct of their office.
VOTING RIGHTS - BOTH TRUSTS. Each fund's capital consists of shares of
beneficial interest. As a shareholder of the Massachusetts trust, you
receive one vote for each dollar value of net asset value you own. As a
shareholder of the Delaware trust, you receive one vote for each
share you own. The shares have no preemptive or conversion rights;
voting and dividend rights, the right of redemption, and the privilege of
exchange are described in the Prospectus. Shares are fully paid and
nonassessable, except as set forth under the respective "Shareholder and
Trustee Liability" headings above. Shareholders representing 10% or more of
a trust or one of its funds may, as set forth in the Declaration of Trust
or Trust Instrument, call meetings of the trust or fund for any purpose
related to the trust or fund, as the case may be, including, in the case of
a meeting of an entire trust, the purpose on voting on removal of one or
more Trustees.
A trust or any fund may be terminated upon the sale of its assets to (or,
in the case of the Delaware trust and its funds, merger with) another
open-end management investment company or series thereof, or upon
liquidation and distribution of its assets. Generally such terminations
must be approved for the Delaware trust by vote of the holders of a
majority of the outstanding shares of the trust or the fund and for the
Massachusetts trust by a vote of holders of a majority of the trust or
fund, as determined by the current value of each shareholder's investment
in the fund or trust; however, the Trustees of the Delaware trust may,
without prior shareholder approval, change the form of the organization of
the Delaware trust by merger, consolidation, or incorporation. If not so
terminated or reorganized, the trusts and their funds will continue
indefinitely.
Under the Trust Instrument, the Trustees may, without shareholder vote,
cause the Delaware trust to merge or consolidate into one or more trusts,
partnerships, or corporations, so long as the surviving entity is an
open-end management investment company that will succeed to or assume the
Delaware trust registration statement, or cause the Delaware trust to be
incorporated under Delaware law. Each fund of Fidelity Municipal Trust II
may also invest all of its assets in another investment company.
CUSTODIAN. UMB , 1010 Grand Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri, is
custodian of the assets of the fund. The custodian is responsible for the
safekeeping of a fund's assets and the appointment of the subcustodian
banks and clearing agencies. The custodian takes no part in determining the
investment policies of a fund or in deciding which securities are purchased
or sold by a fund. However, a fund may invest in obligations of the
custodian and may purchase securities from or sell securities to the
custodian. The Bank of New York and Chemical Bank, each headquartered in
New York, also may serve as a special purpose custodian of certain assets
in connection with pooled repurchase agreement transactions.
FMR, its officers and directors, its affiliated companies, and the Board of
Trustees may, from time to time, conduct transactions with various banks,
including banks serving as custodians for certain funds advised by FMR.
Transactions that have occurred to date include mortgages and personal and
general business loans. In the judgment of FMR, the terms and conditions of
those transactions were not influenced by existing or potential custodial
or other fund relationships.
AUDITOR. Coopers & Lybrand L.L.P., One Post Office Square, Boston,
Massachusetts (bond fund) and 1999 Bryan Street, Dallas, Texas (money
market fund) serves as the trusts' independent accountant. The auditor
examines financial statements for the funds and provides other audit, tax,
and related services.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Each fund's financial statements and financial highlights for the fiscal
year ended December 31, 1995 are included in the fund's Annual Report,
which is a separate report supplied with this Statement of Additional
Information. Each fund's financial statements and financial highlights are
incorporated herein by reference.
APPENDIX
DOLLAR-WEIGHTED AVERAGE MATURITY is derived by multiplying the value of
each investment by the number of days remaining to its maturity, adding
these calculations, and then dividing the total by the value of the fund's
portfolio. An obligation's maturity is typically determined on a stated
final maturity basis, although there are some exceptions to this rule.
For example, if its is probable that the issuer of an instrument will take
advantage of a maturity-shortening device, such as a call, refunding, or
redemption provision, the date on which the instrument will probably be
called, refunded, or redeemed may be considered to be its maturity date.
When a municipal bond issuer has committed to call an issue of bonds and
has established an independent escrow account that is sufficient to, and is
pledged to, refund that issue, the number of days to maturity for the
prerefunded bond is considered to be the number of days to the announced
call date of the bonds.
The descriptions that follow are examples of eligible ratings for the
funds. A fund may, however, consider the ratings for other types of
investments and the ratings assigned by other rating organizations when
determining the eligibility of a particular investment.
DESCRIPTION OF MOODY'S INVESTORS SERVICE, INC.'S RATINGS OF STATE AND
MUNICIPAL NOTES:
Moody's ratings for state and municipal and other short-term obligations
will be designated Moody's Investment Grade (MIG, or VMIG for variable rate
obligations). This distinction is in recognition of the difference between
short-term credit risk and long-term credit risk. Factors affecting the
liquidity of the borrower and short-term cyclical elements are critical in
short-term ratings, while other factors of major importance in bond risk,
long-term secular trends for example, may be less important in the short
run. Symbols used will be as follows:
MIG-1/VMIG-1 - This designation denotes best quality. There is present
strong protection by established cash flows, superior liquidity support, or
demonstrated broad-based access to the market for refinancing.
MIG-2/VMIG-2 - This designation denotes high quality. Margins of protection
are ample although not so large as in the preceding group.
MIG-3/VMIG-3 - This designation denotes favorable quality. All security
elements are accounted for, but there is lacking the undeniable strength of
the preceding grades. Liquidity and cash flow protection may be narrow and
market access for refinancing is likely to be less well established.
MIG-4/VMIG-4 - This designation denotes adequate quality. Protection
commonly regarded as required of an investment security is present and,
although not distinctly or predominantly speculative, there is specific
risk.
DESCRIPTION OF STANDARD & POOR'S RATINGS OF STATE AND MUNICIPAL NOTES:
SP-1 - Strong capacity to pay principal and interest. An issue determined
to possess a very strong capacity to pay debt service is given a plus (+)
designation.
SP-2 - Satisfactory capacity to pay principal and interest, with some
vulnerability to adverse financial and economic changes over the term of
the notes.
SP-3 - Speculative capacity to pay principal and interest.
DESCRIPTION OF MOODY'S INVESTORS SERVICE, INC.'S MUNICIPAL BOND RATINGS:
AAA - Bonds which are rated Aaa are judged to be of the best quality. They
carry the smallest degree of investment risk and are generally referred to
as "gilt edged." Interest payments are protected by a large or by an
exceptionally stable margin and principal is secure. While the various
protective elements are likely to change, such changes as can be visualized
are most unlikely to impair the fundamentally strong position of such
issues.
AA - Bonds which are rated Aa are judged to be of high quality by all
standards. Together with the Aaa group they comprise what are generally
known as high-grade bonds. They are rated lower than the best bonds because
margins of protection may not be as large as in Aaa securities or
fluctuation of protective elements may be of greater amplitude or there may
be other elements present which make the long-term risks appear somewhat
larger than the Aaa securities.
A - Bonds which are rated A possess many favorable investment attributes
and are to be considered as upper-medium-grade obligations. Factors giving
security to principal and interest are considered adequate but elements may
be present which suggest a susceptibility to impairment sometime in the
future.
BAA - Bonds which are rated Baa are considered as medium-grade obligations,
(i.e., they are neither highly protected nor poorly secured). Interest
payments and principal security appear adequate for the present but certain
protective elements may be lacking or may be characteristically unreliable
over any great length of time. Such bonds lack outstanding investment
characteristics and in fact have speculative characteristics as well.
BA - Bonds which are rated Ba are judged to have speculative elements;
their future cannot be considered as well assured. Often the protection of
interest and principal payments may be very moderate and thereby not well
safeguarded during both good and bad times over the future. Uncertainty of
position characterizes bonds in this class.
B - Bonds which are rated B generally lack characteristics of the desirable
investment. Assurance of interest and principal payments or of maintenance
of other terms of the contract over any long period of time may be small.
CAA - Bonds which are rated Caa are of poor standing. Such issues may be in
default or there may be present elements of danger with respect to
principal or interest.
There are nine basic rating categories for long-term obligations. They
range from AAA (highest quality) to C (lowest quality). Those bonds within
the AA, A, BAA, BA and B categories that Moody's believes possess the
strongest credit attributes within those categories are designated by the
symbols AA1, A1, BAA1, BA1 and B1.
DESCRIPTION OF STANDARD & POOR'S MUNICIPAL BOND RATINGS:
AAA - Debt rated AAA has the highest rating assigned by Standard & Poor's
to a debt obligation. Capacity to pay interest and repay principal is
extremely strong.
AA - Debt rated AA has a very strong capacity to pay interest and repay
principal and differs from the higher-rated issues only in small degree.
A - Debt rated A has a strong capacity to pay interest and repay principal,
although it is somewhat more susceptible to the adverse effects of changes
in circumstances and economic conditions than debt in higher rated
categories.
BBB - Debt rated BBB is regarded as having an adequate capacity to pay
interest and repay principal. Whereas it normally exhibits adequate
protection parameters, adverse economic conditions or changing
circumstances are more likely to lead to a weakened capacity to pay
interest and repay principal for debt in this category than in higher-rated
categories.
BB - Debt rate BB has less near-term vulnerability to default than other
speculative issues. However, it faces major ongoing uncertainties or
exposure to adverse business, financial, or economic conditions which could
lead to inadequate capacity to meet timely interest and principal payments.
The BB rating category is also used for debt subordinated to senior debt
that is assigned an actual or implied BBB- rating.
B - Debt rated B has a greater vulnerability to default but currently has
the capacity to meet interest payments and principal repayments. Adverse
business, financial, or economic conditions will likely impair capacity or
willingness to pay interest and repay principal. The B rating category is
also used for debt subordinated to senior debt that is assigned an actual
or implied BB or BB- rating.
CCC - Debt rated CCC has a currently identifiable vulnerability to default,
and is dependent upon favorable business, financial, and economic
conditions to meet timely payment of interest and repayment of principal.
In the event of adverse business, financial, or economic conditions, it is
not likely to have the capacity to pay interest and repay principal. The
CCC rating category is also used for debt subordinated to senior debt that
is assigned an actual or implied B or B- rating.
The ratings from AA to CCC may be modified by the addition of a plus or
minus to show relative standing within the major rating categories.
FIDELITY MUNICIPAL BOND FUND
CROSS REFERENCE SHEET
FORM N-1A
ITEM NUMBER PROSPECTUS SECTION
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
<S> <C> <C> <C>
1 .............................. Cover Page
2 a .............................. Expenses
b, c .............................. Contents; The Fund at a Glance; Who May Want
to Invest
3 a .............................. Financial Highlights
b .............................. *
c .............................. Performance
4 a i............................. Charter
ii........................... The Fund at a Glance; Investment Principles and
Risks
b .............................. Investment Principles and Risks
c .............................. Who May Want to Invest; Investment Principles
and Risks
5 a .............................. Charter
b i............................. Cover Page; The Fund at a Glance; Charter; Doing
Business with Fidelity
ii........................... Charter
iii.......................... Expenses; Breakdown of Expenses
c .............................. Charter
d .............................. Charter; Breakdown of Expenses
e .............................. Cover Page; Charter
f .............................. Expenses
g i............................. Charter
.
ii............................ *
.
5 A .............................. Performance
6 a i............................. Charter
ii........................... How to Buy Shares; How to Sell Shares;
Transaction Details; Exchange Restrictions
iii.......................... Charter
b ............................. Charter
c .............................. Transaction Details; Exchange Restrictions
d .............................. *
e .............................. Doing Business with Fidelity; How to Buy Shares;
How to Sell Shares; Investor Services
f, g .............................. Dividends; Capital Gains; Taxes
7 a .............................. Cover Page; Charter
b .............................. Expenses; How to Buy Shares; Transaction Details
c .............................. *
d .............................. How to Buy Shares
e .............................. *
f .............................. Breakdown of Expenses
8 .............................. How to Sell Shares; Investor Services; Transaction
Details; Exchange Restrictions
9 .............................. *
</TABLE>
* Not Applicable
CROSS REFERENCE SHEET
(CONTINUED)
FIDELITY MUNICIPAL BOND FUND
FORM N-1A
ITEM NUMBER STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SECTION
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
<S> <C> <C> <C>
10, 11 ............................ Cover Page
12 ............................ Description of the Trust
13 a - c ............................ Investment Policies and Limitations
d ............................ Portfolio Transactions
14 a - c ............................ Trustees and Officers
15 a, b ............................ *
c ............................ Trustees and Officers
16 a i ............................ FMR; Portfolio Transactions
ii ............................ Trustees and Officers
iii ............................ Management Contract
b ............................ Management Contract
c, d ............................ Contracts with FMR Affiliates
e ............................ *
f ............................ Distribution and Service Plan
g ............................ *
h ............................ Description of the Trust
i ............................ Contracts with FMR Affiliates
17 a,b,c ............................ Portfolio Transactions
d, e ............................ *
18 a ............................ Description of the Trust
b ............................ *
19 a ............................ Additional Purchase and Redemption Information
b ............................ Additional Purchase and Redemption Information;
Valuation of Portfolio Securities
c ............................ *
20 ........................... Distributions and Taxes
21 a, b ............................ Contracts with FMR Affiliates
c ............................ *
22 a ............................ *
22 b ............................ Performance
23 ............................ Financial Statements
</TABLE>
* Not Applicable
Please read this prospectus before investing, and keep it on file for
future reference. It contains important information, including how the fund
invests and the services available to shareholders.
T o learn more about the fund and its investments, you can obtain a copy
of the fund's most recent financial report and portfolio listing, or a copy
of the Statement of Additional Information (SAI) dated February 20, 1996.
The SAI has been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
and is incorporated herein by reference (legally forms a part of the
prospectus). For a free copy of either document, call Fidelity at
1-800-544-8888.
Mutual fund shares are not deposits or obligations of, or guaranteed by,
any depository institution. Shares are not insured by the FDIC, Federal
Reserve Board or any other agency, and are subject to investment risks,
including possible loss of principal amount invested.
LIKE ALL MUTUAL
FUNDS, THESE
SECURITIES HAVE NOT
BEEN APPROVED OR
DISAPPROVED BY THE
SECURITIES AND
EXCHANGE
COMMISSION OR ANY
STATE SECURITIES
COMMISSION, NOR HAS
THE SECURITIES AND
EXCHANGE
COMMISSION OR ANY
STATE SECURITIES
COMMISSION PASSED
UPON THE ACCURACY
OR ADEQUACY OF THIS
PROSPECTUS. ANY
REPRESENTATION TO
THE CONTRARY IS A
CRIMINAL OFFENSE.
MUN-pro-296
Municipal Bond seeks a high level of current income free from
federal income tax with preservation of capital by investing in
investment-grade quality municipal securities.
FIDELITY
MUNICIPAL
BOND
FUND
PROSPECTUS
FEBRUARY 20, 1996(FIDELITY_LOGO_GRAPHIC) 82 DEVONSHIRE STREET, BOSTON, MA
02109
CONTENTS
KEY FACTS THE FUND AT A GLANCE
WHO MAY WANT TO INVEST
EXPENSES The fund's yearly
operating expenses.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS A summary
of the fund's financial data.
PERFORMANCE How the fund has
done over time.
THE FUND IN DETAIL CHARTER How the fund is
organized.
INVESTMENT PRINCIPLES AND RISKS
The fund's overall approach to
investing.
BREAKDOWN OF EXPENSES How
operating costs are calculated and
what they include.
YOUR ACCOUNT DOING BUSINESS WITH FIDELITY
TYPES OF ACCOUNTS Different
ways to set up your account.
HOW TO BUY SHARES Opening an
account and making additional
investments.
HOW TO SELL SHARES Taking money
out and closing your account.
INVESTOR SERVICES Services to
help you manage your account.
SHAREHOLDER AND DIVIDENDS, CAPITAL GAINS,
ACCOUNT POLICIES AND TAXES
TRANSACTION DETAILS Share price
calculations and the timing of
purchases and redemptions.
EXCHANGE RESTRICTIONS
KEY FACTS
THE FUND AT A GLANCE
GOAL: High current income free from federal income tax with preservation
of capital. As with any mutual fund, there is no assurance that the
fund will achieve its goal.
STRATEGY: Invests mainly in long-term investment-grade quality, municipal
securities.
MANAGEMENT: Fidelity Management & Research Company (FMR) is the management
arm of Fidelity Investments, which was established in 1946 and is now
America's largest mutual fund manager.
SIZE: As of December 31, 1 995, the fund had over $1 billio n
in assets.
WHO MAY WANT TO INVEST
The fund may be appropriate for investors in higher tax brackets who seek
high current income that is free from federal income tax. The fund is
designed for those who are interested in investment-grade quality ratings,
but who are willing to forego the highest yields in pursuit of greater
share price stability.
The value of the fund's investments and the income they generate will vary
from day to day, and generally reflect interest rates, market conditions,
and other economic and political news. When you sell your shares,
t hey may be worth more or less than what you paid for them. By
itself, the fund does not constitute a balanced investment plan.
THE SPECTRUM OF
FIDELITY FUNDS
Broad categories of Fidelity
funds are presented here in
order of ascending risk.
Generally, investors seeking
to maximize return must
assume greater risk.
Municipal Bond is in the
INCOME category.
(solid bullet) MONEY MARKET Seeks
income and stability by
investing in high-quality,
short-term investments.
(right arrow) INCOME Seeks income by
investing in bonds.
(solid bullet) GROWTH AND INCOME
Seeks long-term growth and
income by investing in stocks
and bonds.
(solid bullet) GROWTH Seeks long-term
growth by investing mainly in
stocks.
(checkmark)
EXPENSES
SHAREHOLDER TRANSACTION EXPENSES are charges you pay when you
buy, sell or hold shares of a fund. See pages and - for more information
about these fees.
Maximum sales charge on purchases and
reinvested distributions None
Deferred sales charge on redemptions None
Exchange fee None
Annual account maintenance fee
(for accounts under $2500 ) $12.00
ANNUAL FUND OPERATING EXPENSES are paid out of the fund's assets. The fund
pays a management fee to FMR. It also incurs other expenses for services
such as maintaining shareholder records and furnishing shareholder
statements and financial reports. The fund's expenses are factored into its
share price or dividends and are not charged directly to shareholder
accounts (see page ).
The following are projections based on historical expenses, and are
calculated as a percentage of average net assets.
Management fee .40 %
12b-1 fee None
Other expenses .17 %
Total fund operating expenses .57 %
EXAMPLES: Let's say, hypothetically, that the fund's annual return is 5%
and that its operating expenses are exactly as just described. For every
$1,000 you invested, here's how much you would pay in total expenses if you
close your account after the number of years indicated:
After 1 year $ 6
After 3 years $ 18
After 5 years $ 32
After 10 years $ 71
These examples illustrate the effect of expenses, but are not meant to
suggest actual or expected costs or returns, all of which may vary.
UNDERSTANDING
EXPENSES
Operating a mutual fund
involves a variety of
expenses for portfolio
management, shareholder
statements, tax reporting, and
other services. These costs
are paid from the fund's
assets; their effect is already
factored into any quoted
share price or return.
(checkmark)
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The table that follows is included in the fund's Annual Report and has been
audited by Coopers & Lybrand L.L.P., independent accountants. Their report
on the financial statements and financial highlights is included in the
Annual Report. The financial statements and financial highlights are
incorporated by reference into (are legally a part of) the fund's Statement
of Additional Information.
SELECTED PER-SHARE DATA
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end ed 1995 1994 1993 A 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986
December 31
75.Net asset $ 7.37 $ 8.69 $ 8.50 $ 8.47 $ 8.13 $ 8.13 $ 7.95 $ 7.60 $ 8.28 $ 7.42
value, 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
beginning of
period
76.Income
from .408 .455 .487 .519 .526 .541 .556 .558 .548 .553
Investment
Operations
Net interest
income
77. Net
realized and .90 4 (1.180 .600 .210 .410 -- .180 .350 (.680) .860
unrealized )
gain (loss)
78. Total from
investment 1.3 12 (.725) 1.087 .729 .936 .541 .736 .908 (.132) 1.413
operations
79.Less
Distributions (.408) (.455) (.487) (.519) (.526) (.541) (.556) (.558) (.548) (.553)
From net
interest
income
80. From net
realized gain -- (.010) (.410) (.180) (.070) -- -- -- -- --
81. In excess
of net (.004) (.130) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
realized gain
82. Total
distributions (.4 12 ) (.595) (.897) (.699) (.596) (.541) (.556) (.558) (.548) (.553)
83.Net asset $ 8.27 $ 7.37 $ 8.69 $ 8.50 $ 8.47 $ 8.13 $ 8.13 $ 7.95 $ 7.60 $ 8.28
value, 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
end of period
84.Total return
18.15 (8.49) 13.17 8.93% 11.91 6.91% 9.56% 12.30 (1.56) 19.54
% % % % % % %
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assets, $ 1,08 $ 1,00 $ 1,26 $ 1,19 $ 1,16 $ 1,07 $ 1,05 $ 984 $ 903 $ 1,14
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millions)
86.Ratio of
expenses to .57% .53% .49% .49% .50% .50% .50% .51% .57% .51%
average net
assets
87.Ratio of
net
interest
income 5.14% 5.68% 5.51% 6.11% 6.35% 6.71% 6.90% 7.11% 7.03% 6.90%
to average net
assets
88.Portfolio
turnover rate 72% 95% 74% 53% 33% 49% 64% 46% 72% 72%
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A EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 1993, THE FUND ADOPTED STATEMENT OF POSITION
93-2, "DETERMINATION, DISCLOSURE, AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION OF
INCOME, CAPITAL GAIN, AND RETURN OF CAPITAL DISTRIBUTIONS BY INVESTMENT
COMPANIES." AS A RESULT, NET INTEREST INCOME PER SHARE MAY REFLECT CERTAIN
RECLASSIFICATIONS RELATED TO BOOK TO TAX DIFFERENCES.
PERFORMANCE
Bond fund performance can be measured as TOTAL RETURN or YIEL D. The
total returns that follow are based on historical fund results.
The fund's fiscal year runs from January 1 through December 31. The tables
be low show the fund's performance over past fiscal years compared to a
measure of inflation.
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS
Fiscal years Pas Past Past
ended t 1 5 10
December 31, yea year year
1995 r s s
Municipal 18.15 8.33 8.73
Bond % % %
Consumer 2.54 2.79 3.45
Price % % %
Index
CUMULATIVE TOTAL RETURNS
Fiscal years Pas Past Past
ended t 1 5 10
December 31, yea year year
1995 r s s
Municipal 18.15 49.17 130.90
Bond % % %
Consumer 2.54 14.72 40.44
Price % % %
Index
EXPLANATION OF TERMS
UNDERSTANDING
PERFORMANCE
YIELD illustrates the income
earned by a fund over a
recent period. 30-day yields
are usually used for bond
funds. Yields change daily,
reflecting changes in interest
rates.
TOTAL RETURN reflects both the
reinvestment of income and
capital gain distributions and
any change in a fund's share
price.
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TOTAL RETURN is the change in value of an investment in the fund over a
given period, assuming reinvestment of any dividends and capital gains. A
CUMULATIVE TOTAL RETURN reflects actual performance over a stated period of
time. An AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN is a hypothetical rate of return that,
if achieved annually, would have produced the same cumulative total return
if performance had been constant over the entire period. Average annual
total returns smooth out variations in performance; they are not the same
as actual year-by-year results.
YIELD refers to the income generated by an investment in the fund over a
given period of time, expressed as an annual percentage rate. A
TAX-EQUIVALENT YIELD shows what an investor would have to earn before taxes
to equal a tax-free yield. Yields are calculated according to a standard
that is required for all stock and bond funds. Because this differs from
other accounting methods, the quoted yield may not equal the income
actually paid to shareholders.
THE CONSUMER PRICE INDEX is a widely recognized measure of inflation
calculated by the U.S. government.
The fund's recent strategies, performance, and holdings are detailed twice
a year in financial reports, which are sent to all shareholders. For
current performance or a free annual report, call 1-800-544-8888.
TOTAL RETURNS AND YIELDS ARE BASED ON PAST RESULTS AND ARE NOT AN
INDICATION OF FUTURE PERFORMANCE.
THE FUND IN DETAIL
CHARTER
MUNICIPAL BOND IS A MUTUAL FUND: an investment that pools
shareholders' money and invests it toward a specified goal. In technical
terms, the fund is currently a diversified fund of Fidelity Municipal
Trust, an open-end management investment company organized as a
Massachusetts business trust on June 22, 1984.
THE FUND IS GOVERNED BY A BOARD OF TRUSTEES, which is responsible for
protecting the interests of shareholders. The trustees are experienced
executives who meet throughout the year to oversee the fund's activities,
review contractual arrangements with companies that provide services to the
fund, and review performance. The majority of trustees are not otherwise
affiliated with Fidelity.
THE FUND MAY HOLD SPECIAL MEETINGS AND MAIL PROXY MATERIALS. These meetings
may be called to elect or remove trustees, change fundamental policies,
approve a management contract, or for other purposes. Shareholders not
attending these meetings are encouraged to vote by proxy. Fidelity will
mail proxy materials in advance, including a voting card and information
about the proposals to be voted on. The number of votes you are entitled to
is based upon the dollar value of your investment.
FMR AND ITS AFFILIATES
The fund is managed by FMR, which chooses the fund's investments and
handles its business affairs.
George Fischer is manager of Municipal Bond, which he has managed since
October 1995. He also manages Spartan Bond Strategist, Insured Municipal
Income, and various trust accounts. Mr. Fischer joined Fidelity in
1989.
Fidelity investment personnel may invest in securities for their own
account pursuant to a code of ethics that establishes procedures for
personal investing and restricts certain transactions.
FIDELITY FACTS
Fidelity offers the broadest
selection of mutual funds
in the world.
(solid bullet) Number of Fidelity mutual
funds: over 210
(solid bullet) Assets in Fidelity mutual
funds: over $ 354 billion
(solid bullet) Number of shareholder
accounts: over 23 million
(solid bullet) Number of investment
analysts and portfolio
managers: over 200
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Fidelity Distributors Corporation (FDC) distributes and markets Fidelity's
funds and services. Fidelity Service Co. (FSC) performs transfer agent
servicing functions for the fund.
FMR Corp. is the ultimate parent company of FMR. Members of the Edward
C. Johnson 3d family are the predominant owners of a class of shares of
common stock representing approximately 49% of the voting power of FMR
Corp. Under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the 1940 Act), control of a
co m pany is presumed where one individual or group of individuals
owns more than 25% of the voting stock of that company; therefore, the
Johnson family may be deemed under the 1940 Act to form a controlling group
with respect to FMR Corp.
UMB Bank, n.a., is the fund's transfer agent, although it employs FSC to
perform these functions for the fund. It is located at 1010 Grand Avenue,
Kansas City, Missouri.
To carry out the fund's transactions, FMR may use its broker-dealer
affiliates and other firms that sell fund shares, provided that the fund
receives services and commission rates comparable to those of other
broker-dealers.
INVESTMENT PRINCIPLES AND RISKS
THE FUND seeks as high a level of federally tax-free income as is
consistent with preservation of capital by investing primarily in municipal
bonds judged by FMR to be of high or upper-medium- grade quality
securities. Although the fund can invest in securities of any maturity, FMR
seeks to manage the fund so that it generally reacts to changes in interest
rates similarly to municipal bonds with maturities between 8 and 18 years.
As of December 31, 1995, the fund's dollar-weighted average maturity was
approximately 13 years. FMR normally invests so that at least 80% of
the fund's assets are invested in municipal securities whose interest is
free from federal income tax.
The total return from a bond is a combination of income and price gains
or l osses. While income is the most important component of bond
returns over time, the fund's emphasis on income does not mean that the
fund invests only in the highest-yielding bonds available, or that it can
avoid risks to principal. In selecting investments for the fund, FMR
considers a bond's income potential together with its potential for price
gains or losses. FMR focuses on assembling a portfolio of income-producing
securities that it believes will provide the best tradeoff between risk and
return within the range of securities that are eligible investments for the
fund.
The fund's yield and share price change daily and are based on changes in
interest rates, market conditions, other economic and political news,
and on the quality and maturity of its investments. In general, bond prices
rise when interest rates fall, and vice versa. This effect is usually more
pronounced for longer- term securities. Lower quality securities offer
higher yields but also carry more risk. FMR may use various investment
techniques to hedge a portion of the fund's risks, but there is no
guarantee that these strategies will work as intended. When you sell your
shares of the fund, they may be worth more or less than what you paid for
them.
FMR normally invests the fund's assets according to its investment strategy
and does not expect to invest in federally taxable obligations. The fund
also reserves the right to invest without limitation in short-term
instruments, to hold a substantial amount of uninvested cash, or to invest
more than normally pe rmitted in federally taxable obligations for
temporary, defensive purposes.
SECURITIES AND INVESTMENT PRACTICES
The following pages contain more detailed information about types of
instruments in which the fund may in vest, strategies FMR may employ in
pursuit of the fund's investment objective, and a summary of related risks.
Any restrictions listed supplement those discussed earlier in this section.
A complete listing of the fund's limitations and more detailed information
about the fund's investments are contained in the fund's SAI. Policies and
limitations are considered at the time of purchase; the sale of
instruments is not required in the event of a subsequent change in
circumstances.
FMR may not buy all of these instruments or use all of these techniques
unless it believes that they are consistent with the fund's investment
objective and policies and that doing so will help the fund achieve its
goal. Current holdings and recent investment strategies are described in
the fund's financial reports which are sent to shareholders twice a year.
For a free SAI or financial report, call 1-800-544-8888.
DEBT SECURITIES. Bonds and other debt instruments are used by issuers to
borrow money from investors. The issuer pays the investor a fixed or
variable rate of interest, and must repay the amount borrowed at maturity.
Some debt securities, such as zero coupon bonds, do not pay current
interest, but are purchased at a discount from their face values. In
general, bond prices rise when interest rates fall, and vice versa. Debt
securities have varying degrees of quality and varying levels of
sensitivity to changes in interest rates. Longer-term bonds are generally
more sensitive to interest rate changes than short-term bonds.
Investment-grade debt securities are medium- and high-quality securities.
Some, however, may possess speculative characteristics and may be more
sensitive to economic changes and to changes in the financial condition of
issuers.
RESTRICTIONS: The fund will not invest more than one-third of its total
assets in bonds of equivalent quality to Baa by Moody's Investors
Service, Inc. and BBB by Standard & Poor's Corporation, and will not
invest in lower-quality bonds. The fund will not invest more than 20% of
its total assets in securities that are not rated by Moody's or S&P.
MUNICIPAL SECURITIES are issued to raise money for a variety of public
or private purposes, including general financing for state and local
governments, or financing for specific projects or public facilities. They
may be issued in anticipation of future revenues and may be backed by the
full taxing power of a municipality, the revenues from a specific project,
or the credit of a private organization. The value of some or all municipal
securities may be affected by uncertainties in the municipal market related
to legislation or litigation involving the taxation of m unicipal
securities or the rights of municipal securities holders. The fund may own
a municipal security directly or through a participation interest.
CREDIT SUPPORT. Issuers may employ various forms of credit
enhancement, including letters of credit, guarantees, or insurance from a
bank, insurance company, or other entity. These arrangements expose the
fund to the credit risk of the entity. In the case of foreign entities,
extensive public information about the entity may not be available and the
entity may be subject to unfavorable political, economic or governmental
developments which might affect its ability to honor its commitment.
ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES include interests in pools of purchase contracts,
financing leases, or sales agreements entered into by municipalities. These
securities usually rely on continued payments by a municipality, and may
also be subject to prepayment risk.
VARIABLE AND FLOATING RATE SECURITIES have interest rates that are
periodically adjusted either at specific intervals or whenever a benchmark
rate changes. Inverse floaters have interest rates that move in the
opposite direction from a benchmark, making the security's market value
more volatile.
MUNICIPAL LEASE OBLIGATIONS are used by municipalities to acquire land,
equipment, or facilities. If the municipality stops making payments or
transfers its obligations to a private entity, the obligation could lose
value or become taxable.
OTHER MUNICIPAL SECURITIES may inc lude obligations of U.S. territories
and possessions such as Guam, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico, and
their political subdivisions and public corporations.
PUT FEATURES entitle the holder to put (sell back) a security to the issuer
or a financial intermediary. In exchange for this benefit, the fund may pay
periodic fees or accept a lower interest rate. Demand features and standby
commitments are types of put features.
PRIVATE ENTITIES may be involved in some municipal securities. For example,
industrial revenue bonds are backed by private entities, and resource
recovery bonds often involve private corporations. The viability of a
project or tax incentives could affect the value and credit quality of
these securities.
ADJUSTING INVESTMENT EXPOSURE. The fund can use various techniques to
increase or decrease its exposure to changing security prices, interest
rates, or other factors that affect security values. These techniques may
involve derivative transactions such as buying and selling options and
futures contracts and purchasing indexed securities.
FMR can use these practices to adjust the risk and return characteristics
of the fund's portfolio of investments. If FMR judges market conditions
incorrectly or employs a strategy that does not correlate well with the
fund's investments, these techniques could result in a loss, regardless of
whether the intent was to reduce risk or increase return. These techniques
may increase the volatility of the fund and may involve a small investment
of cash relative to the magnitude of the risk assumed. In addition, these
techniques could result in a loss if the counterparty to the transaction
does not perform as promised.
ILLIQUID AND RESTRICTED SECURITIES. Some investments may be determined by
FMR, under the supervision of the Board of Trustees, to be illiquid, which
means that they may be difficult to sell promptly at an acceptable price.
The sale of some illiquid securities and some other securities may be
subject to legal restrictions. Difficulty in selling securities may result
in a loss or may be costly to the fund.
RESTRICTIONS: The fund may not purchase a security if, as a result, more
than 10% of its assets would be invested in illiquid securities.
WHEN-ISSUED AND DELAYED-DELIVERY TRANSACTIONS are trading practices in
which payment and delivery for the securities take place at a future date.
The market value of a security could change during this period, which could
affect the fund's yield.
DIVERSIFICATION. Diversifying a fund's investment portfolio can reduce the
risks of investing. This may include limiting the amount of money invested
in any one issuer or, on a broader scale, in any one industry or type of
project. Economic, business, or political changes can affect all securities
of a similar type.
RESTRICTIONS: With respect to 75% of total assets, the fund may not invest
more than 5% of its total assets in any one issuer. This limitation does
not apply to U.S. government securities. The fund may invest more than 25%
of its total assets in tax-free securities that finance similar types of
projects.
BORROWING. The fund may borrow from banks or from other funds advised by
FMR, or through reverse repurchase agreements. If the fund borrows money,
its share price may be subject to greater fluctuation until the borrowing
is paid off. If the fund makes additional investments while borrowings are
outstanding, this may be considered a form of leverage.
RESTRICTIONS: The fund may borrow only for temporary or emergency purposes,
but not in an amount exceeding 33% of its total assets.
FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT POLICIES AND RESTRICTIONS
Some of the policies and restrictions discussed on the preceding pages are
fundamental, that is, subject to change only by shareholder approval. The
following paragraph restates all those that are fundamental. All policies
stated throughout this prospectus, other than those identified in the
following paragraph, can be changed without shareholder approval.
The fund seeks to provide as high a level of interest income exempt from
federal income tax as is consistent with preservation of capital. The fund
invests in a diversified portfolio of municipal bonds. The fund will invest
primarily in municipal bonds judged by FMR to be of high grade or upper
medium grade quality, although it may invest up to one-third of its total
assets in bonds judged to be of medium grade quality if they are
suitable for achieving its investment objective. The fund's standards for
high grade , upper medium grade, and medium grade
obligations are essentially the same as Moody's and S&P's four highest
categories of Baa or BBB and above. The fund will not invest in any bond
rated lower than Baa by Moody's or BBB by S&P, but may invest up to 20% of
its total assets in bonds not rated by either of these rating services if
FMR judges them to meet the fund's quality standards. The fund will
normally invest at least 80% of its assets in municipal securities whose
interest is exempt from federal income tax. With respect to 75% of its
total assets, the fund will not invest more than 5% of its total assets in
any one issuer. The fund may borrow only for temporary or emergency
purposes, but not in an amount exceeding 33% of its total assets.
BREAKDOWN OF EXPENSES
Like all mutual funds, the fund pays fees related to its daily operations.
Expenses paid out of the fund's assets are reflected in its share price or
dividends; they are neither billed directly to shareholders nor deducted
from shareholder accounts.
The fund pays a MANAGEMENT FEE to FMR for managing its investments and
business affairs. The fund also pays OTHER EXPENSES, which are explained
on page .
FMR may, from time to time, agree to reimburse the fund for management fees
and other expenses above a specified limit. FMR retains the ability to be
repaid by the fund if expenses fall below the specified limit prior to the
end of the fiscal year. Reimbursement arrangements, which may be terminated
at any time without notice, can decrease the fund's expenses and boost its
performance.
MANAGEMENT FEE
The management fee is calculated and paid to FMR every month. The fee is
calculated by adding a group fee rate to an individual fund fee rate, and
multiplying the result by the fund's average net assets.
The group fee rate is based on the average net assets of all the mutual
funds advised by FMR. This rate cannot rise above .37%, and it drops as
total assets under management increase.
F or December 1995, the group fee rate was .1482%. The individual fund
fee rate is .25%. The total management fee rate for fiscal 1995 was
.40%.
UNDERSTANDING THE
MANAGEMENT FEE
The management fee FMR
receives is designed to be
responsive to changes in
FMR's total assets under
management. Building this
variable into the fee
calculation assures
shareholders that they will
pay a lower rate as FMR's
assets under management
increase.
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OTHER EXPENSES
While the management fee is a significant component of the fund's annual
operating costs, the fund has other expenses as well.
FSC performs many transaction and accounting functions. These services
include processing shareholder transactions, valuing the fund's
investments, and handling securities loans. In fiscal 1995, FSC received
fees equal to .15% of the fund's average net assets.
The fund also pays other expenses, such as legal, audit, and custodian
fees; proxy solicitation costs; and the compensation of trustees who are
not affiliated with Fidelity.
The fund has adopted a Distribution and Service Plan. This plan recognizes
that FMR may use its resources, including management fees, to pay expenses
associated with the sale of fund shares. This may include payments to third
parties, such as banks or broker-dealers, that provide shareholder support
services or engage in the sale of the fund's shares. It is important to
note, however, that the fund does not pay FMR any separate fees for this
service.
The fund's portfolio turnover rate for fiscal 1995 was 72%. This rate
varies from year to year.
YOUR ACCOUNT
DOING BUSINESS WITH FIDELITY
Fidelity Investments was established in 1946 to manage one of America's
first mutual funds. Today, Fidelity is the largest mutual fund company in
the country, and is known as an innovative provider of high-quality
financial services to individuals and institutions.
In addition to its mutual fund business, the company operates one of
America's leading discount brokerage firms, Fidelity Brokerage Services,
Inc. (FBSI). Fidelity is also a leader in providing tax-sheltered
retirement plans for individuals investing on their own or through their
employer.
Fidelity is committed to providing investors with practical information to
make investment decisions. Based in Boston, Fidelity provides customers
with complete service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, through a network of
telephone service centers around the country.
To reach Fidelity for general information, call these numbers:
(small solid bullet) For mutual funds, 1-800-544-8888
(small solid bullet) For brokerage, 1-800-544-7272
If you would prefer to speak with a rep resentative in person, Fidelity
has over 80 walk-in Investor Centers across the country.
TYPES OF ACCOUNTS
You may set up an account directly in the fund or, if you own or intend to
purchase individual securities as part of your total investment portfolio,
you may consider investing in the fund through a brokerage account.
If you are investing through FBSI or another financial institution or
investment professional, refer to its program materials for any special
provisions regarding your investment in the fund.
The different ways to set up (register) your account with Fidelity are
listed in the table that follows.
WAYS TO SET UP YOUR ACCOUNT
INDIVIDUAL OR JOINT TENANT
FOR YOUR GENERAL INVESTMENT NEEDS
Individual accounts are owned by one person. Joint accounts can have two or
more owners (tenants).
GIFTS OR TRANSFERS TO A MINOR (UGMA, UTMA)
TO INVEST FOR A CHILD'S EDUCATION OR OTHER FUTURE NEEDS
These custodial accounts provide a way to give money to a child and obtain
tax benefits. An individual can give up to $10,000 a year per child without
paying federal gift tax. Depending on state laws, you can set up a
custodial account under the Uniform Gifts to Minors Act (UGMA) or the
Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (UTMA).
TRUST
FOR MONEY BEING INVESTED BY A TRUST
The trust must be established before an account can be opened.
BUSINESS OR ORGANIZATION
FOR INVESTMENT NEEDS OF CORPORATIONS, ASSOCIATIONS, PARTNERSHIPS, OR OTHER
GROUPS
Requires a special application.
HOW TO BUY SHARES
THE FUND'S SHARE PRICE, called net asset value (NAV), is calculated every
business day. The fund's shares are sold without a sales charge.
Shares are purchased at the next share price calculated after your
investment is received and accepted. Share price is normally calculated at
4 p.m. Eastern time.
IF YOU ARE NEW TO FIDELITY, complete and sign an account application and
mail it along with your check. You may also open your account in person or
by wire as described on page . If there is no application accompanying this
prospectus, call 1-800-544-8888.
IF YOU ALREADY HAVE MONEY INVESTED IN A FIDELITY FUND, you can:
(small solid bullet) Mail in an application with a check, or
(small solid bullet) Open your account by exchanging from another Fidelity
fund.
If you buy shares by check or Fidelity Money Line(registered trademark),
and then sell those shares by any method other than by exchange to another
Fidelity fund, the payment may be delayed for up to seven business days to
ensure that your previous investment has cleared.
MINIMUM INVESTMENTS
TO OPEN AN ACCOUNT $2,500
TO ADD TO AN ACCOUNT $250
Through automatic investment plans $100
MINIMUM BALANCE $1,000
T hese minimums may vary for investments through Fidelity Portfolio
Advis o ry Services. Refer to the program materials for details.
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TO OPEN AN ACCOUNT TO ADD TO AN ACCOUNT
Phone 1-800-544-777 (phone_graphic) (small solid bullet) Exchange from another (small solid bullet) Exchange from another
Fidelity fund account Fidelity fund account
with the same with the same
registration, including registration, including
name, address, and name, address, and
taxpayer ID number. taxpayer ID number.
(small solid bullet) Use Fidelity Money
Line to transfer from
your bank account. Call
before your first use to
verify that this service
is in place on your
account. Maximum
Money Line: $50,000.
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Mail (mail_graphic) (small solid bullet) Complete and sign the (small solid bullet) Make your check
application. Make your payable to "Fidelity
check payable to Municipal Bond Fund."
"Fidelity Municipal Indicate your fund
Bond Fund." Mail to the account number on
address indicated on your check and mail to
the application. the address printed on
your account statement.
(small solid bullet) Exchange by mail: call
1-800-544-6666 for
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In Person (hand_graphic) (small solid bullet) Bring your application (small solid bullet) Bring your check to a
and check to a Fidelity Fidelity Investor Center.
Investor Center. Call Call 1-800-544-9797 for
1-800-544-9797 for the the center nearest you.
center nearest you.
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Wire (wire_graphic) (small solid bullet) Call 1-800-544-7777 to (small solid bullet) Wire to:
set up your account Bankers Trust
and to arrange a wire Company,
transaction. Bank Routing
(small solid bullet) Wire within 24 hours to: #021001033,
Bankers Trust Account #00163053.
Company, Specify "Fidelity
Bank Routing Municipal Bond Fund"
#021001033, and include your
Account #00163053. account number and
Specify "Fidelity your name.
Municipal Bond Fund"
and include your new
account number and
your name.
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Automatically (automatic_graphic) (small solid bullet) Not available. (small solid bullet) Use Fidelity Automatic
Account Builder. Sign
up for this service
when opening your
account, or call
1-800-544-6666 to add
it.
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HOW TO SELL SHARES
You can arrange to take money out of your fund account at any time by
selling (redeeming) some or all of your shares. Your shares will be sold at
the next share price calculated after your order is received and accepted.
Share price is normally calculated at 4 p.m. Eastern time.
IF YOU ARE SELLING SOME BUT NOT ALL OF YOUR SHARES, leave at least $1,000
worth of shares in the account to keep it open.
TO SELL SHARES BY BANK WIRE OR FIDELITY MONEY LINE, you will need to sign
up for these services in advance.
CERTAIN REQUESTS MUST INCLUDE A SIGNATURE GUARANTEE. It is designed to
protect you and Fidelity from fraud. Your request must be made in writing
and include a signature guarantee if any of the following situations apply:
(small solid bullet) You wish to redeem more than $100,000 worth of shares,
(small solid bullet) Your account registration has changed within the last
30 days,
(small solid bullet) The check is being mailed to a different address than
the one on your account (record address),
(small solid bullet) The check is being made payable to someone other than
the account owner, or
(small solid bullet) The redemption proceeds are being transferred to a
Fidelity account with a different registration.
You should be able to obtain a signature guarantee from a bank, broker
(including Fidelity Investor Centers), dealer, credit union (if authorized
under state law), securities exchange or association, clearing agency, or
savings association. A notary public cannot provide a signature guarantee.
SELLING SHARES IN WRITING
Write a "letter of instruction" with:
(small solid bullet) Your name,
(small solid bullet) The fund's name,
(small solid bullet) Your fund account number,
(small solid bullet) The dollar amount or number of shares to be redeemed,
and
(small solid bullet) Any other applicable requirements listed in the
table that follows.
Unless otherwise instructed, Fidelity will send a check to the record
address. Deliver your letter to a Fidelity Investor Center, or mail it to:
Fidelity Investments
P.O. Box 660602
Dallas, TX 75266-0602
CHECKWRITING
If you have a checkbook for your account, you may write an unlimited number
of checks. Do not, however, try to close out your account by check.
ACCOUNT TYPE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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Phone 1-800-544-777 (phone_graphic) All account types (small solid bullet) Maximum check request:
$100,000.
(small solid bullet) For Money Line transfers to
your bank account; minimum:
$10; maximum: $100,000.
(small solid bullet) You may exchange to other
Fidelity funds if both
accounts are registered with
the same name(s), address,
and taxpayer ID number.
Mail or in Person (mail_graphic)(hand_graphic) Individual, Joint (small solid bullet) The letter of instruction must
Tenant, be signed by all persons
Sole Proprietorship required to sign for
, UGMA, UTMA transactions, exactly as their
Trust names appear on the
account.
(small solid bullet) The trustee must sign the
letter indicating capacity as
Business or trustee. If the trustee's name
Organization is not in the account
registration, provide a copy of
the trust document certified
within the last 60 days.
(small solid bullet) At least one person
Executor, authorized by corporate
Administrator, resolution to act on the
Conservator, account must sign the letter.
Guardian (small solid bullet) Include a corporate
resolution with corporate seal
or a signature guarantee.
(small solid bullet) Call 1-800-544-6666 for
instructions.
Wire (wire_graphic) All account types (small solid bullet) You must sign up for the wire
feature before using it. To
verify that it is in place, call
1-800-544-6666. Minimum
wire: $5,000.
(small solid bullet) Your wire redemption request
must be received by Fidelity
before 4 p.m. Eastern time
for money to be wired on the
next business day.
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INVESTOR SERVICES
Fidelity provides a variety of services to help you manage your account.
INFORMATION SERVICES
FIDELITY'S TELEPHONE REPRESENTATIVES are available 24 hours a day, 365 days
a year. Whenever you call, you can speak with someone equipped to provide
the information or service you need.
24-HOUR SERVICE
ACCOUNT ASSISTANCE
1-800-544-6666
ACCOUNT BALANCES
1-800-544-7544
ACCOUNT TRANSACTIONS
1-800-544-7777
PRODUCT INFORMATION
1-800-544-8888
QUOTES
1-800-544-8544
RETIREMENT ACCOUNT
ASSISTANCE
1-800-544-4774
AUTOMATED SERVICE
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STATEMENTS AND REPORTS that Fidelity sends to you include the following:
(small solid bullet) Confirmation statements (after every transaction,
except reinvestments, that affects your account balance or your account
registration)
(small solid bullet) Account statements (quarterly)
(small solid bullet) Financial reports (every six months)
To reduce expenses, only one copy of most financial reports will be mailed
to your household, even if you have more than one account in the fund. Call
1-800-544-6666 if you need copies of financial reports or historical
account information.
TRANSACTION SERVICES
EXCHANGE PRIVILEGE. You may sell your fund shares and buy shares of other
Fidelity funds by telephone or in writing.
Note that exchanges out of the fund are limited to four per calendar year,
and that they may have tax consequences for you. For details on policies
and restrictions governing exchanges, including circumstances under which a
shareholder's exchange privilege may be suspended or revoked, see page .
SYSTEMATIC WITHDRAWAL PLANS let you set up periodic redemptions from your
account.
FIDELITY MONEY LINE(registered trademark) enables you to transfer money by
phone between your bank account and your fund account. Most transfers are
complete within three business days of your call.
REGULAR INVESTMENT PLANS
One easy way to pursue your financial goals is to invest money regularly.
Fidelity offers convenient services that let you transfer money into your
fund account, or between fund accounts, automatically. While regular
investment plans do not guarantee a profit and will not protect you against
loss in a declining market, they can be an excellent way to invest for a
home, educational expenses, and other long-term financial goals.
REGULAR INVESTMENT PLANS
FIDELITY AUTOMATIC ACCOUNT BUILDERSM
TO MOVE MONEY FROM YOUR BANK ACCOUNT TO A FIDELITY FUND
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MINIMUM FREQUENCY SETTING UP OR CHANGING
$100 Monthly or (small solid bullet) For a new account, complete the
quarterly appropriate section on the fund
application.
(small solid bullet) For existing accounts, call
1-800-544-6666 for an application.
(small solid bullet) To change the amount or frequency of
your investment, call 1-800-544-6666 at
least three business days prior to your
next scheduled investment date.
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DIRECT DEPOSIT
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MINIMUM FREQUENCY SETTING UP OR CHANGING
$100 Every pay (small solid bullet) Check the appropriate box on the fund
period application, or call 1-800-544-6666 for an
authorization form.
(small solid bullet) Changes require a new authorization
form.
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$100 Monthly, (small solid bullet) To establish, call 1-800-544-6666 after
bimonthly, both accounts are opened.
quarterly, or (small solid bullet) To change the amount or frequency of
annually your investment, call 1-800-544-6666.
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A BECAUSE ITS SHARE PRICE FLUCTUATES, THE FUND MAY NOT BE AN APPROPRIATE
CHOICE FOR DIRECT DEPOSIT OF YOUR ENTIRE CHECK.
SHAREHOLDER AND ACCOUNT POLICIES
DIVIDENDS, CAPITAL GAINS, AND TAXES
The fund distributes substantially all of its net investment income and
capital gains to shareholders each year. Income dividends are declared
daily and paid monthly. Capital gains are normally distributed in February
and December.
DISTRIBUTION OPTIONS
When you open an account, specify on your application how you want to
receive your distributions. If the option you prefer is not listed on the
application, call 1-800-544-6666 for instructions. The fund offers four
options:
9. REINVESTMENT OPTION. Your dividend and capital gain distributions will
be automatically reinvested in additional shares of the fund. If you do not
indicate a choice on your application, you will be assigned this option.
10. INCOME-EARNED OPTION. Your capital gain distributions will be
automatically reinvested, but you will be sent a check for each dividend
distribution.
11. CASH OPTION. You will be sent a check for your dividend and capital
gain distributions.
12. DIRECTED DIVIDENDS(registered trademark) OPTION. Your dividend and
capital gain distributions will be automatically invested in another
identically registered Fidelity fund.
Dividends will be reinvested at the fund's NAV on the last day of the
month. Capital gain distributions will be reinvested at the NAV as of the
date the fund deducts the distribution from its NAV. The mailing of
distribution checks will begin within seven days or longer for a December
ex-dividend date.
UNDERSTANDING
DISTRIBUTIONS
As a fund shareholder, you
are entitled to your share of
the fund's net income and
gains on its investments. The
fund passes its earnings
along to its investors as
DISTRIBUTIONS.
The fund earns interest from
its investments. These are
passed along as DIVIDEND
DISTRIBUTIONS. The fund may
realize capital gains if it sells
securities for a higher price
than it paid for them. These
are passed along as CAPITAL
GAIN DISTRIBUTIONS.
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TAXES
As with any investment, you should consider how an investment in a tax-free
fund could affect you. Below are some of the fund's tax implications.
TAXES ON DISTRIBUTIONS. Interest income that the fund earns is distributed
to shareholders as income dividends. Interest that is federally tax-free
remains tax-free when it is distributed.
However, gain on the sale of tax-free bonds results in taxable
distributions. Short-term capital gains and a portion of the gain on bonds
purchased at a discount are taxed as dividends. Long-term capital gain
distributions are taxed as long-term capital gains. These distributions are
taxable when they are paid, whether you take them in cash or reinvest them.
However, distributions declared in December and paid in January are taxable
as if they were paid on December 31. Fidelity will send you and the IRS a
statement showing the tax status of the distributions paid to you in the
previous year.
A portion of the fund's dividends may be free from state or local taxes.
Income from investments in your state are often tax-free to you. Each year,
Fidelity will send you a breakdown of the fund's income from each state to
help you calculate your taxes.
During fiscal 1995, 100% of the fund's income dividends was free from
federal income tax.
TAXES ON TRANSACTIONS. Your redemptions - including exchanges to other
Fidelity funds - are subject to capital gains tax. A capital gain or loss
is the difference between the cost of your shares and the price you receive
when you sell them.
Whenever you sell shares of the fund, Fidelity will send you a confirmation
statement showing how many shares you sold and at what price. You will also
receive a consolidated transaction statement every January. However, it is
up to you or your tax preparer to determine whether this sale resulted in a
capital gain and, if so, the amount of tax to be paid. Be sure to keep your
regular account statements; the information they contain will be essential
in calculating the amount of your capital gains.
"BUYING A DIVIDEND." If you buy shares just before the fund deducts a
capital gain distribution from its NAV, you will pay the full price for the
shares and then receive a portion of the price back in the form of a
taxable distribution.
TRANSACTION DETAILS
THE FUND IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS each day the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)
is open. Fidelity normally calculates the fund's NAV as of the close of
business of the NYSE, normally 4 p.m. Eastern time.
THE FUND'S NAV is the value of a single share. The NAV is computed by
adding the value of the fund's investments, cash, and other assets,
subtracting its liabilities, and then dividing the result by the number of
shares outstanding.
The fund's assets are valued primarily on the basis of market quotations,
if available. Since market quotations are often unavailable, assets are
usually valued by a method that the Board of Trustees believes accurately
reflects fair value.
THE FUND'S OFFERING PRICE (price to buy one share) and REDEMPTION PRICE
(price to sell one share) are its NAV.
WHEN YOU SIGN YOUR ACCOUNT APPLICATION, you will be asked to certify that
your Social Security or taxpayer identification number is correct and that
you are not subject to 31% backup withholding for failing to report income
to the IRS. If you violate IRS regulations, the IRS can require the fund to
withhold 31% of your taxable distributions and redemptions.
YOU MAY INITIATE MANY TRANSACTIONS BY TELEPHONE. Fidelity may only be
liable for losses resulting from unauthorized transactions if it does not
follow reasonable procedures designed to verify the identity of the caller.
Fidelity will request personalized security codes or other information, and
may also record calls. You should verify the accuracy of your confirmation
statements immediately after you receive them. If you do not want the
ability to redeem and exchange by telephone, call Fidelity for
instructions.
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO REACH FIDELITY BY PHONE (for example, during periods
of unusual market activity), consider placing your order by mail or by
visiting a Fidelity Investor Center.
THE FUND RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SUSPEND THE OFFERING OF SHARES for a period
of time. The fund also reserves the right to reject any specific purchase
order, including certain purchases by exchange. See "Exchange Restrictions"
on page . Purchase orders may be refused if, in FMR's opinion, they would
disrupt management of the fund.
WHEN YOU PLACE AN ORDER TO BUY SHARES, your order will be processed at the
next offering price calculated after your order is received and accepted.
Note the following:
(small solid bullet) All of your purchases must be made in U.S. dollars and
checks must be drawn on U.S. banks.
(small solid bullet) Fidelity does not accept cash.
(small solid bullet) When making a purchase with more than one check, each
check must have a value of at least $50.
(small solid bullet) The fund reserves the right to limit the number of
checks processed at one time.
(small solid bullet) If your check does not clear, your purchase will be
cancelled and you could be liable for any losses or fees the fund or its
transfer agent has incurred.
(small solid bullet) You begin to earn dividends as of the first business
day following the day of your purchase.
TO AVOID THE COLLECTION PERIOD associated with check and Money Line
purchases, consider buying shares by bank wire, U.S. Postal money order,
U.S. Treasury check, Federal Reserve check, or direct deposit instead.
YOU MAY BUY OR SELL SHARES OF THE FUND THROUGH A BROKER, who may charge you
a fee for this service. If you invest through a broker or other
institution, read its program materials for any additional service features
or fees that may apply.
CERTAIN FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS that have entered into sales agreements with
FDC may enter confirmed purchase orders on behalf of customers by phone,
with payment to follow no later than the time when the fund is priced on
the following business day. If payment is not received by that time, the
financial institution could be held liable for resulting fees or losses.
WHEN YOU PLACE AN ORDER TO SELL SHARES, your shares will be sold at the
next NAV calculated after your request is received and accepted. Note the
following:
(small solid bullet) Normally, redemption proceeds will be mailed to you on
the next business day, but if making immediate payment could adversely
affect the fund, it may take up to seven days to pay you.
(small solid bullet) Shares will earn dividends through the date of
redemption; however, shares redeemed on a Friday or prior to a holiday will
continue to earn dividends until the next business day.
(small solid bullet) Fidelity Money Line redemptions generally will be
credited to your bank account on the second or third business day after
your phone call.
(small solid bullet) The fund may hold payment on redemptions until it is
reasonably satisfied that investments made by check or Fidelity Money Line
have been collected, which can take up to seven business days.
(small solid bullet) Redemptions may be suspended or payment dates
postponed when the NYSE is closed (other than weekends or holidays), when
trading on the NYSE is restricted, or as permitted by the SEC.
(small solid bullet) If you sell shares by writing a check and the amount
of the check is greater than the value of your account, your check will be
returned to you and you may be subject to additional charges.
FIDELITY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DEDUCT AN ANNUAL MAINTENANCE FEE of
$12.00 from accounts with a value of less than $2,500, subject to an annual
maximum charge of $60.00 per shareholder. It is expected that accounts will
be valued on the second Friday in November of each year. Accounts opened
after September 30 will not be subject to the fee for that year. The fee,
which is payable to the transfer agent, is designed to offset in part the
relatively higher costs of servicing smaller accounts. The fee will not be
deducted from retirement accounts (except non-prototype retirement
accounts), accounts using regular investment plans, or if total assets in
Fidelity funds exceed $50,000. Eligibility for the $50,000 waiver is
determined by aggregating Fidelity mutual fund accounts maintained by FSC
or FBSI which are registered under the same social security number or which
list the same social security number for the custodian of a Uniform
Gifts/Transfers to Minors Act account.
IF YOUR ACCOUNT BALANCE FALLS BELOW $1,000, you will be given 30 days'
notice to reestablish the minimum balance. If you do not increase your
balance, Fidelity reserves the right to close your account and send the
proceeds to you. Your shares will be redeemed at the NAV on the day your
account is closed.
FIDELITY MAY CHARGE A FEE FOR SPECIAL SERVICES, such as providing
historical account documents, that are beyond the normal scope of its
services.
FDC may, at its own expense, provide promotional incentives to qualified
recipients who support the sale of shares of the fund without reimbursement
from the fund. Qualified recipients are securities dealers who have sold
fund shares or others, including banks and other financial institutions,
under special arrangements in connection with FDC's sales activities. In
some instances, these incentives may be offered only to certain
institutions whose representatives provide services in connection with the
sale or expected sale of significant amounts of shares.
EXCHANGE RESTRICTIONS
As a shareholder, you have the privilege of exchanging shares of the fund
for shares of other Fidelity funds. However, you should note the following:
(small solid bullet) The fund you are exchanging into must be registered
for sale in your state.
(small solid bullet) You may only exchange between accounts that are
registered in the same name, address, and taxpayer identification number.
(small solid bullet) Before exchanging into a fund, read its prospectus.
(small solid bullet) If you exchange into a fund with a sales charge, you
pay the percentage-point difference between that fund's sales charge and
any sales charge you have previously paid in connection with the shares you
are exchanging. For example, if you had already paid a sales charge of 2%
on your shares and you exchange them into a fund with a 3% sales charge,
you would pay an additional 1% sales charge.
(small solid bullet) Exchanges may have tax consequences for you.
(small solid bullet) Because excessive trading can hurt fund performance
and shareholders, the fund reserves the right to temporarily or permanently
terminate the exchange privilege of any investor who makes more than four
exchanges out of the fund per calendar year. Accounts under common
ownership or control, including accounts with the same taxpayer
identification number, will be counted together for purposes of the four
exchange limit.
(small solid bullet) The fund reserves the right to refuse exchange
purchases by any person or group if, in FMR's judgment, the fund would be
unable to invest the money effectively in accordance with its investment
objective and policies, or would otherwise potentially be adversely
affected.
(small solid bullet) Your exchanges may be restricted or refused if the
fund receives or anticipates simultaneous orders affecting significant
portions of the fund's assets. In particular, a pattern of exchanges that
coincides with a "market timing" strategy may be disruptive to the fund.
Although the fund will attempt to give you prior notice whenever it is
reasonably able to do so, it may impose these restrictions at any time. The
fund reserves the right to terminate or modify the exchange privilege in
the future.
OTHER FUNDS MAY HAVE DIFFERENT EXCHANGE RESTRICTIONS, and may impose
administrative fees of up to $7.50 and redemption fees of up to 1.50% on
exchanges. Check each fund's prospectus for details.
This prospectus is printed on recycled paper using soy-based inks.
FIDELITY MUNICIPAL BOND FUND
A FUND OF FIDELITY MUNICIPAL TRUST
STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FEBRUARY 20, 1996
This Statement is not a prospectus but should be read in conjunction with
the fund's current Prospectus (dated February 20, 1996). Please retain this
document for future reference. The fund's financial statements and
financial highlights, included in the Annual Report for the fiscal year
ended December 31, 199 5 , are incorporated herein by reference. To
obtain an additional copy of the Prospectus or the Annual Report, please
call Fidelity Distributors Corporation at 1-800-544-8888.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
Investment Policies and Limitations
Portfolio Transactions
Valuation of Portfolio Securities
Performance
Additional Purchase and Redemption Information
Distributions and Taxes
FMR
Trustees and Officers
Management Contract
Distribution and Service Plan
Contracts with FMR Affiliates
Description of the Trust
Financial Statements
Appendix
INVESTMENT ADVISER
Fidelity Management & Research Company (FMR)
DISTRIBUTOR
Fidelity Distributors Corporation (FDC)
TRANSFER AGENT
UMB Bank, n.a. (UMB)
Fidelity Service Co. (FSC)
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INVESTMENT POLICIES AND LIMITATIONS
The following policies and limitations supplement those set forth in the
Prospectus. Unless otherwise noted, whenever an investment policy or
limitation states a maximum percentage of the fund's assets that may be
invested in any security or other asset, or sets forth a policy regarding
quality standards, such standard or percentage limitation will be
determined immediately after and as a result of the fund's acquisition of
such security or other asset. Accordingly, any subsequent change in
values, net assets, or other circumstances will not be considered when
determining whether the investment complies with the fund's investment
policies and limitations.
The fund's fundamental investment policies and limitations cannot be
changed without approval by a "majority of the outstanding voting
securities" (as defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940) of the fund.
However, except for the fundamental investment limitations listed below,
the investment policies and limitations described in this Statement of
Additional Information are not fundamental and may be changed without
shareholder approval. THE FOLLOWING ARE THE FUND'S FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT
LIMITATIONS SET FORTH IN THEIR ENTIRETY. THE FUND MAY NOT:
(1) with respect to 75% of the fund's total assets, purchase the securities
of any issuer (other than securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S.
government or any of its agencies or instrumentalities) if, as a result,
(a) more than 5% of the fund's total assets would be invested in the
securities of that issuer, or (b) the fund would hold more than 10% of the
outstanding voting securities of the issuer;
(2) issue senior securities, except as permitted under the Investment
Company Act of 1940;
(3) borrow money, except that the fund may borrow money for temporary or
emergency purposes (not for leveraging or investment) in an amount not
exceeding 33 1/3% of its total assets (including the amount borrowed) less
liabilities (other than borrowings). Any borrowings that come to exceed
this amount will be reduced within three days (not including Sundays and
holidays) to the extent necessary to comply with the 33 1/3 limitation;
(4) underwrite securities issued by others, except to the extent that the
fund may be considered an underwriter within the meaning of the Securities
Act of 1933 in the disposition of restricted securities;
(5) purchase the securities of any issuer (other than securities issued or
guaranteed by the U.S. government or any of its agencies or
instrumentalities, or tax-exempt obligations issued or guaranteed by a U.S.
territory or possession or a state or local government, or a political
subdivision of any of the foregoing) if, as a result, more than 25% of the
fund's total assets would be invested in securities of companies whose
principal business activities are in the same industry;
(6) purchase or sell real estate unless acquired as a result of ownership
of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent the fund
from investing in securities or other instruments backed by real estate or
securities of companies engaged in the real estate business);
(7) purchase or sell physical commodities unless acquired as a result of
ownership of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent
the fund from purchasing or selling options and futures contracts or from
investing in securities or other instruments backed by physical
commodities); or
(8) lend any security or make any other loan if, as a result, more than 33
1/3% of its total assets would be lent to other parties, but this
limitation does not apply to purchases of debt securities or to repurchase
agreements.
THE FOLLOWING INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS ARE NOT FUNDAMENTAL AND MAY BE CHANGED
WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL.
(i) The fund does not currently intend to sell securities short, unless it
owns or has the right to obtain securities equivalent in kind and amount to
the securities sold short, and provided that transactions in futures
contracts and options are not deemed to constitute selling securities
short.
(ii) The fund does not currently intend to purchase securities on margin,
except that the fund may obtain such short-term credits as are necessary
for the clearance of transactions, and provided that margin payments in
connection with futures contracts and options on futures contracts shall
not constitute purchasing securities on margin.
(iii) The fund may borrow money only (a) from a bank or from a registered
investment company or portfolio for which FMR or an affiliate serves as
investment adviser, or (b) by engaging in reverse repurchase agreements
with any party (reverse repurchase agreements are treated as borrowings for
purposes of fundamental investment limitation (3)). The fund will not
purchase any security while borrowings representing more than 5% of its
total assets are outstanding. The fund will not borrow from other funds
advised by FMR or its affiliates if total outstanding borrowings
immediately after such borrowing would exceed 15% of the fund's total
assets.
(iv) The fund does not currently intend to purchase any security if, as a
result, more than 10% of its net assets would be invested in securities
that are deemed to be illiquid because they are subject to legal or
contractual restrictions on resale or because they cannot be sold or
disposed of in the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices
at which they are valued.
(v) The fund does not currently intend to engage in repurchase agreements
or make loans, but this limitation does not apply to purchases of debt
securities.
(vi) The fund does not currently intend to (a) purchase securities of other
investment companies, except in the open market where no commission except
the ordinary broker's commission is paid, or (b) purchase or retain
securities issued by other open-end investment companies. Limitations (a)
and (b) do not apply to securities received as dividends, through offers of
exchange, or as a result of a reorganization, consolidation, or merger.
(vii) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities of any
issuer (other than securities issued or guaranteed by domestic or foreign
governments or political subdivisions thereof) if, as a result, more than
5% of its total assets would be invested in the securities of business
enterprises that, including predecessors, have a record of less than three
years of continuous operation.
(viii) The fund does not currently intend to invest in oil, gas, or other
mineral exploration or development programs or leases.
(ix) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities of any
issuer if those officers and Trustees of the trust and those officers and
directors of FMR who individually own more than 1/2 of 1% of the securities
of such issuer together own more than 5% of such issuer's securities.
For purposes of limitations (1) and (5), FMR identifies the issuer of a
security depending on its terms and conditions. In identifying the issuer,
FMR will consider the entity or entities responsible for payment of
interest and repayment of principal and the source of such payments; the
way in which assets and revenues of an issuing political subdivision are
separated from those of other political entities; and whether a
governmental body is guaranteeing the security.
For purposes of limitation (vii), pass-through entities and other
special purpose vehicles or pools of financial assets, such as issuers of
asset-backed securities or investment companies, are not considered
"business enterprises."
For the fund's limitations on futures and options transactions, see the
section entitled "Limitations on Futures and Options Transactions"
beginning on page .
AFFILIATED BANK TRANSACTIONS. The fund may engage in transactions with
financial institutions that are, or may be considered to be, "affiliated
persons" of the fund under the Investment Company Act of 1940. These
transactions may include repurchase agreements with custodian banks;
short-term obligations of, and repurchase agreements with, the 50 largest
U.S. banks (measured by deposits); municipal securities; U.S. government
securities with affiliated financial institutions that are primary dealers
in these securities; short-term currency transactions; and short-term
borrowings. In accordance with exemptive orders issued by the Securities
and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Board of Trustees has established and
periodically reviews procedures applicable to transactions involving
affiliated financial institutions.
DELAYED-DELIVERY TRANSACTIONS. The fund may buy and sell securities on a
delayed-delivery or when-issued basis. These transactions involve a
commitment by the fund to purchase or sell specific securities at a
predetermined price or yield, with payment and delivery taking place after
the customary settlement period for that type of security. Typically, no
interest accrues to the purchaser until the security is delivered. The fund
may receive fees for entering into delayed-delivery transactions.
When purchasing securities on a delayed-delivery basis, the fund assumes
the rights and risks of ownership, including the risk of price and yield
fluctuations. Because the fund is not required to pay for securities until
the delivery date, these risks are in addition to the risks associated with
the fund's other investments. If the fund remains substantially fully
invested at a time when delayed-delivery purchases are outstanding, the
delayed-delivery purchases may result in a form of leverage. When
delayed-delivery purchases are outstanding, the fund will set aside
appropriate liquid assets in a segregated custodial account to cover its
purchase obligations. When the fund has sold a security on a
delayed-delivery basis, the fund does not participate in further gains or
losses with respect to the security. If the other party to a
delayed-delivery transaction fails to deliver or pay for the securities,
the fund could miss a favorable price or yield opportunity, or could suffer
a loss.
The fund may renegotiate delayed-delivery transactions after they are
entered into, and may sell underlying securities before they are delivered,
which may result in capital gains or losses.
FEDERALLY TAXABLE OBLIGATIONS. Under normal conditions, the fund does not
intend to invest in securities whose interest is federally taxable.
However, from time to time on a temporary basis, the fund may invest a
portion of its assets in fixed-income obligations whose interest is subject
to federal income tax.
Should the fund invest in federally taxable obligations, it would purchase
securities that in FMR's judgment are of high quality. These would include
obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or its agencies or
instrumentalities; obligations of domestic banks; and repurchase
agreements. The fund's standards for high-quality, taxable obligations are
essentially the same as those described by Moody's Investors Service, Inc.
(Moody's) in rating corporate obligations within its two highest ratings of
Prime-1 and Prime-2, and those described by Standard & Poor's Corporation
(S&P) in rating corporate obligations within its two highest ratings of A-1
and A-2.
Proposals to restrict or eliminate the federal income tax exemption for
interest on municipal obligations are introduced before Congress from time
to time. Proposals also may be introduced before state legislatures that
would affect the state tax treatment of the fund's distributions. If such
proposals were enacted, the availability of municipal obligations and the
value of the fund's holdings would be affected and the Trustees would
reevaluate the fund's investment objective and policies.
FUTURES AND OPTIONS. The following sections pertain to futures
and options: Asset Coverage for Futures and Options Positions, Combined
Positions, Correlation of Price Changes, Futures Contracts, Futures Margin
Payments, Limitations on Futures and Options Transactions, Liquidity of
Options and Futures Contracts, OTC Options, Purchasing Put and Call
Options, and Writing Put and Call Options.
ASSET COVERAGE FOR FUTURES AND OPTIONS POSITIONS. The fund will comply with
guidelines established by the Securities and Exchange Commission with
respect to coverage of options and futures strategies by mutual funds, and
if the guidelines so require will set aside appropriate liquid assets in a
segregated custodial account in the amount prescribed. Securities held in a
segregated account cannot be sold while the futures or option strategy is
outstanding, unless they are replaced with other suitable assets. As a
result, there is a possibility that segregation of a large percentage of
the fund's assets could impede portfolio management or the fund's ability
to meet redemption requests or other current obligations.
COMBINED POSITIONS. The fund may purchase and write options in combination
with each other, or in combination with futures or forward contracts, to
adjust the risk and return characteristics of the overall position. For
example, the fund may purchase a put option and write a call option on the
same underlying instrument, in order to construct a combined position whose
risk and return characteristics are similar to selling a futures contract.
Another possible combined position would involve writing a call option at
one strike price and buying a call option at a lower price, in order to
reduce the risk of the written call option in the event of a substantial
price increase. Because combined options positions involve multiple trades,
they result in higher transaction costs and may be more difficult to open
and close out.
CORRELATION OF PRICE CHANGES. Because there are a limited number of types
of exchange-traded options and futures contracts, it is likely that the
standardized contracts available will not match the fund's current or
anticipated investments exactly. The fund may invest in options and futures
contracts based on securities with different issuers, maturities, or other
characteristics from the securities in which it typically invests, which
involves a risk that the options or futures position will not track the
performance of the fund's other investments.
Options and futures prices can also diverge from the prices of their
underlying instruments, even if the underlying instruments match the fund's
investments well. Options and futures prices are affected by such factors
as current and anticipated short-term interest rates, changes in volatility
of the underlying instrument, and the time remaining until expiration of
the contract, which may not affect security prices the same way. Imperfect
correlation may also result from differing levels of demand in the options
and futures markets and the securities markets, from structural differences
in how options and futures and securities are traded, or from imposition of
daily price fluctuation limits or trading halts. The fund may purchase or
sell options and futures contracts with a greater or lesser value than the
securities it wishes to hedge or intends to purchase in order to attempt to
compensate for differences in volatility between the contract and the
securities, although this may not be successful in all cases. If price
changes in the fund's options or futures positions are poorly correlated
with its other investments, the positions may fail to produce anticipated
gains or result in losses that are not offset by gains in other
investments.
FUTURES CONTRACTS. When the fund purchases a futures contract, it agrees to
purchase a specified underlying instrument at a specified future date. When
the fund sells a futures contract, it agrees to sell the underlying
instrument at a specified future date. The price at which the purchase and
sale will take place is fixed when the fund enters into the contract. Some
currently available futures contracts are based on specific securities,
such as U.S. Treasury bonds or notes, and some are based on indices of
securities prices, such as the Bond Buyer Municipal Bond Index. Futures can
be held until their delivery dates, or can be closed out before then if a
liquid secondary market is available.
The value of a futures contract tends to increase and decrease in tandem
with the value of its underlying instrument. Therefore, purchasing futures
contracts will tend to increase the fund's exposure to positive and
negative price fluctuations in the underlying instrument, much as if it had
purchased the underlying instrument directly. When the fund sells a futures
contract, by contrast, the value of its futures position will tend to move
in a direction contrary to the market. Selling futures contracts,
therefore, will tend to offset both positive and negative market price
changes, much as if the underlying instrument had been sold.
FUTURES MARGIN PAYMENTS. The purchaser or seller of a futures contract is
not required to deliver or pay for the underlying instrument unless the
contract is held until the delivery date. However, both the purchaser and
seller are required to deposit "initial margin" with a futures broker,
known as a futures commission merchant (FCM), when the contract is entered
into. Initial margin deposits are typically equal to a percentage of the
contract's value. If the value of either party's position declines, that
party will be required to make additional "variation margin" payments to
settle the change in value on a daily basis. The party that has a gain may
be entitled to receive all or a portion of this amount. Initial and
variation margin payments do not constitute purchasing securities on margin
for purposes of the fund's investment limitations. In the event of the
bankruptcy of an FCM that holds margin on behalf of the fund, the fund may
be entitled to return of margin owed to it only in proportion to the amount
received by the FCM's other customers, potentially resulting in losses to
the fund.
LIMITATIONS ON FUTURES AND OPTIONS TRANSACTIONS. The fund has filed a
notice of eligibility for exclusion from the definition of the term
"commodity pool operator" with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission
(CFTC) and the National Futures Association, which regulate trading in the
futures markets. The fund intends to comply with Rule 4.5 under the
Commodity Exchange Act, which limits the extent to which the fund can
commit assets to initial margin deposits and option premiums.
In addition, the fund will not: (a) sell futures contracts, purchase put
options, or write call options if, as a result, more than 25% of the fund's
total assets would be hedged with futures and options under normal
conditions; (b) purchase futures contracts or write put options if, as a
result, the fund's total obligations upon settlement or exercise of
purchased futures contracts and written put options would exceed 25% of its
total assets; or (c) purchase call options if, as a result, the current
value of option premiums for call options purchased by the fund would
exceed 5% of the fund's total assets. These limitations do not apply to
options attached to or acquired or traded together with their underlying
securities, and do not apply to securities that incorporate features
similar to options.
The above limitations on the fund's investments in futures contracts and
options, and the fund's policies regarding futures contracts and options
discussed elsewhere in this Statement of Additional Information are not
fundamental policies and may be changed as regulatory agencies permit.
LIQUIDITY OF OPTIONS AND FUTURES CONTRACTS. There is no assurance a liquid
secondary market will exist for any particular options or futures contract
at any particular time. Options may have relatively low trading volume and
liquidity if their strike prices are not close to the underlying
instrument's current price. In addition, exchanges may establish daily
price fluctuation limits for options and futures contracts, and may halt
trading if a contract's price moves upward or downward more than the limit
in a given day. On volatile trading days when the price fluctuation limit
is reached or a trading halt is imposed, it may be impossible for the fund
to enter into new positions or close out existing positions. If the
secondary market for a contract is not liquid because of price fluctuation
limits or otherwise, it could prevent prompt liquidation of unfavorable
positions, and potentially could require the fund to continue to hold a
position until delivery or expiration regardless of changes in its value.
As a result, the fund's access to other assets held to cover its options or
futures positions could also be impaired.
OTC OPTIONS. Unlike exchange-traded options, which are standardized with
respect to the underlying instrument, expiration date, contract size, and
strike price, the terms of over-the-counter (OTC) options (options not
traded on exchanges) generally are established through negotiation with the
other party to the option contract. While this type of arrangement allows
the fund greater flexibility to tailor an option to its needs, OTC options
generally involve greater credit risk than exchange-traded options, which
are guaranteed by the clearing organization of the exchanges where they are
traded.
PURCHASING PUT AND CALL OPTIONS. By purchasing a put option, the fund
obtains the right (but not the obligation) to sell the option's underlying
instrument at a fixed strike price. In return for this right, the fund pays
the current market price for the option (known as the option premium).
Options have various types of underlying instruments, including specific
securities, indices of securities prices, and futures contracts. The fund
may terminate its position in a put option it has purchased by allowing it
to expire or by exercising the option. If the option is allowed to expire,
the fund will lose the entire premium it paid. If the fund exercises the
option, it completes the sale of the underlying instrument at the strike
price. The fund may also terminate a put option position by closing it out
in the secondary market at its current price, if a liquid secondary market
exists.
The buyer of a typical put option can expect to realize a gain if security
prices fall substantially. However, if the underlying instrument's price
does not fall enough to offset the cost of purchasing the option, a put
buyer can expect to suffer a loss (limited to the amount of the premium
paid, plus related transaction costs).
The features of call options are essentially the same as those of put
options, except that the purchaser of a call option obtains the right to
purchase, rather than sell, the underlying instrument at the option's
strike price. A call buyer typically attempts to participate in potential
price increases of the underlying instrument with risk limited to the cost
of the option if security prices fall. At the same time, the buyer can
expect to suffer a loss if security prices do not rise sufficiently to
offset the cost of the option.
WRITING PUT AND CALL OPTIONS. When the fund writes a put option, it takes
the opposite side of the transaction from the option's purchaser. In return
for receipt of the premium, the fund assumes the obligation to pay the
strike price for the option's underlying instrument if the other party to
the option chooses to exercise it. When writing an option on a futures
contract, the fund will be required to make margin payments to an FCM as
described above for futures contracts. The fund may seek to terminate its
position in a put option it writes before exercise by closing out the
option in the secondary market at its current price. If the secondary
market is not liquid for a put option the fund has written, however, the
fund must continue to be prepared to pay the strike price while the option
is outstanding, regardless of price changes, and must continue to set aside
assets to cover its position.
If security prices rise, a put writer would generally expect to profit,
although its gain would be limited to the amount of the premium it
received. If security prices remain the same over time, it is likely that
the writer will also profit, because it should be able to close out the
option at a lower price. If security prices fall, the put writer would
expect to suffer a loss. This loss should be less than the loss from
purchasing the underlying instrument directly, however, because the premium
received for writing the option should mitigate the effects of the decline.
Writing a call option obligates the fund to sell or deliver the option's
underlying instrument, in return for the strike price, upon exercise of the
option. The characteristics of writing call options are similar to those of
writing put options, except that writing calls generally is a profitable
strategy if prices remain the same or fall. Through receipt of the option
premium, a call writer mitigates the effects of a price decline. At the
same time, because a call writer must be prepared to deliver the underlying
instrument in return for the strike price, even if its current value is
greater, a call writer gives up some ability to participate in security
price increases.
ILLIQUID INVESTMENTS are investments that cannot be sold or disposed of in
the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices at which they
are valued. Under the supervision of the Board of Trustees, FMR determines
the liquidity of the fund's investments and, through reports from FMR, the
Board monitors investments in illiquid instruments. In determining the
liquidity of the fund's investments, FMR may consider various factors,
including (1) the frequency of trades and quotations, (2) the number of
dealers and prospective purchasers in the marketplace, (3) dealer
undertakings to make a market, (4) the nature of the security (including
any demand or tender features), and (5) the nature of the marketplace for
trades (including the ability to assign or offset the fund's rights and
obligations relating to the investment).
Investments currently considered by the fund to be illiquid include
over-the-counter options. Also, FMR may determine some restricted
securities and municipal lease obligations to be illiquid. However, with
respect to over-the-counter options the fund writes, all or a portion of
the value of the underlying instrument may be illiquid depending on the
assets held to cover the option and the nature and terms of any agreement
the fund may have to close out the option before expiration.
In the absence of market quotations, illiquid investments are priced at
fair value as determined in good faith by a committee appointed by the
Board of Trustees. If through a change in values, net assets, or other
circumstances, the fund were in a position where more than 10% of its net
assets was invested in illiquid securities, it would seek to take
appropriate steps to protect liquidity.
INDEXED SECURITIES. The fund may purchase securities whose prices are
indexed to the prices of other securities, securities indices, or other
financial indicators. Indexed securities typically, but not always, are
debt securities or deposits whose value at maturity or coupon rate is
determined by reference to a specific instrument or statistic. Indexed
securities may have principal payments as well as coupon payments that
depend on the performance of one or more interest rates. Their coupon rates
or principal payments may change by several percentage points for every 1%
interest rate change. One example of indexed securities is inverse
floaters.
The performance of indexed securities depends to a great extent on the
performance of the security or other instrument to which they are indexed,
and may also be influenced by interest rate changes. At the same time,
indexed securities are subject to the credit risks associated with the
issuer of the security, and their values may decline substantially if the
issuer's creditworthiness deteriorates. Indexed securities may be more
volatile than the underlying instruments.
INTERFUND BORROWING PROGRAM. Pursuant to an exemptive order issued by
the SEC, the fund has received permission to lend money to, and borrow
money from, other funds advised by FMR or its affiliates, but will
participate in the interfund borrowing program only as a borrower.
Interfund borrowings normally extend overnight, but can have a maximum
duration of seven days. A fund will borrow through the program only when
the costs are equal to or lower than the costs of bank loans. Loans may be
called on one day's notice, and a fund may have to borrow from a bank at a
higher interest rate if an interfund loan is called or not renewed.
I NVERSE FLOATERS have variable interest rates that typically move in the
opposite direction from prevailing short-term interest rate levels - rising
when prevailing short-term interest rates fall, and vice versa. This
interest rate feature can make the prices of inverse floaters considerably
more volatile than bonds with comparable maturities.
MUNICIPAL MARKET DISRUPTION RISK. The value of municipal securities may be
affected by uncertainties in the municipal market related to legislation or
litigation involving the taxation of municipal securities or the rights of
municipal securities holders in the event of a bankruptcy. Municipal
bankruptcies are relatively rare, and certain provisions of the U.S.
Bankruptcy Code governing such bankruptcies are unclear and remain
untested. Further, the application of state law to municipal issuers could
produce varying results among the states or among municipal securities
issuers within a state. These legal uncertainties could affect the
municipal securities market generally, certain specific segments of the
market, or the relative credit quality of particular securities. Any of
these effects could have a significant impact on the prices of some or all
of the municipal securities held by a fund.
MUNICIPAL SECTORS:
ELECTRIC UTILITIES. The electric utilities industry has been experiencing,
and will continue to experience, increased competitive pressures. Federal
legislation in the last two years will open transmission access to any
electricity supplier, although it is not presently known to what extent
competition will evolve. Other risks include: (a) the availability and cost
of fuel, (b) the availability and cost of capital, (c) the effects of
conservation on energy demand, (d) the effects of rapidly changing
environmental, safety, and licensing requirements, and other federal,
state, and local regulations, (e) timely and sufficient rate increases, and
(f) opposition to nuclear power.
HEALTH CARE. The health care industry is subject to regulatory action by a
number of private and governmental agencies, including federal, state, and
local governmental agencies. A major source of revenues for the health care
industry is payments from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. As a result,
the industry is sensitive to legislative changes and reductions in
governmental sp ending for such programs. Numerous other factors may
affect the industry, such as general and local economic conditions; demand
for services; expenses (including malpractice insurance premiums); and
competition among health care providers. In the future, the following
elements may adversely affect health care facility operations: adoption of
legislation proposing a national health insurance program; other state or
local health care reform measures; medical and technological advances which
dramatically alter the need for health services or the way in which such
services are delivered; changes in medical coverage which alter the
traditional fee-for-service revenue stream; and efforts by employers,
insurers, and governmental agencies to reduce the costs of health insurance
and health care services.
HOUSING. Housing revenue bonds are generally issued by a state, county,
city, local housing authority, or other public agency. They generally
are secured by the revenues derived from mortgages purchased with the
proceeds of the bond issue. It is extremely difficult to predict the supply
of available mortgages to be purchased with the proceeds of an issue or the
future cash flow from the underlying mortgages. Consequently, there are
risks that proceeds will exceed supply, resulting in early retirement of
bonds, or that homeowner repayments will create an irregular cash flow.
Many factors may affect the financing of multi-family housing projects,
including acceptable completion of construction, proper management,
occupancy and rent levels, economic conditions, and changes to current laws
and regulations.
MUNICIPAL LEASES and participation interests therein may take the form
of a lease, an installment purchase, or a conditional sale contract and are
issued by state and local governments and authorities to acquire land or a
wide variety of equipment and facilities. Generally, the fund will not
hold such obligations directly as a lessor of the property, but will
purchase a participation interest in a municipal obligation from a bank or
other third party. A participation interest gives the fund a specified,
undivided interest in the obligation in proportion to its purchased
interest in the total amount of the obligation.
Municipal leases frequently have risks distinct from those associated with
general obligation or revenue bonds. State constitutions and statutes set
forth requirements that states or municipalities must meet to incur debt.
These may include voter referenda, interest rate limits, or public sale
requirements. Leases, installment purchases, or conditional sale contracts
(which normally provide for title to the leased asset to pass to the
governmental issuer) have evolved as a means for governmental issuers to
acquire property and equipment without meeting their constitutional and
statutory requirements for the issuance of debt. Many leases and contracts
include "non-appropriation clauses" providing that the governmental issuer
has no obligation to make future payments under the lease or contract
unless money is appropriated for such purposes by the appropriate
legislative body on a yearly or other periodic basis. Non-appropriation
clauses free the issuer from debt issuance limitations.
REFUNDING CONTRACTS. The fund may purchase securities on a when-issued
basis in connection with the refinancing of an issuer's outstanding
indebtedness. Refunding contracts require the issuer to sell and the fund
to buy refunded municipal obligations at a stated price and yield on a
settlement date that may be several months or several years in the future.
The fund generally will not be obligated to pay the full purchase price if
it fails to perform under a refunding contract. Instead, refunding
contracts generally provide for payment of liquidated damages to the issuer
(currently 15-20% of the purchase price). The fund may secure its
obligations under a refunding contract by depositing collateral or a letter
of credit equal to the liquidated damages provisions of the refunding
contract. When required by SEC guidelines, the fund will place liquid
assets in a segregated custodial account equal in amount to its obligations
under refunding contracts.
REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS. In a repurchase agreement, the fund purchases a
security and simultaneously commits to sell that security back to the
original seller at an agreed-upon price. The resale price reflects the
purchase price plus an agreed-upon incremental amount which is unrelated to
the coupon rate or maturity of the purchased security. To protect the
fund from risk that the original seller will not fulfill its obligation,
the securities are held in an account of the fund at a bank,
marked-to-market daily, and maintained at a value at least equal to the
sale price plus the accrued incremental amount. While it does not
presently appear possible to eliminate all risks from these transactions
(particularly the possibility that the value of the underlying security
will be less than the resale price, as well as delays and costs to the fund
in connection with bankruptcy proceedings), it is the fund's current policy
to engage in repurchase agreement transactions with parties whose
creditworthiness has been reviewed and found satisfactory by FMR.
RESTRICTED SECURITIES generally can be sold in privately negotiated
transactions, pursuant to an exemption from registration under the
Securities Act of 1933, or in a registered public offering. Where
registration is required, the fund may be obligated to pay all or part of
the registration expense and a considerable period may elapse between the
time it decides to seek registration and the time it may be permitted to
sell a security under an effective registration statement. If, during such
a period, adverse market conditions were to develop, the fund might obtain
a less favorable price than prevailed when it decided to seek registration
of the security.
REVERSE REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS. In a reverse repurchase agreement, the fund
sells a portfolio instrument to another party, such as a bank or
broker-dealer, in return for cash and agrees to repurchase the instrument
at a particular price and time. While a reverse repurchase agreement is
outstanding, the fund will maintain appropriate liquid assets in a
segregated custodial account to cover its obligation under the agreement.
The fund will enter into reverse repurchase agreements only with parties
whose creditworthiness has been found satisfactory by FMR. Such
transactions may increase fluctuations in the market value of the fund's
assets and may be viewed as a form of leverage.
STANDBY COMMITMENTS are puts that entitle holders to same-day settlement at
an exercise price equal to the amortized cost of the underlying security
plus accrued interest, if any, at the time of exercise. The fund may
acquire standby commitments to enhance the liquidity of portfolio
securities.
Ordinarily the fund will not transfer a standby commitment to a third
party, although it could sell the underlying municipal security to a third
party at any time. The fund may purchase standby commitments separate from
or in conjunction with the purchase of securities subject to such
commitments. In the latter case, the fund would pay a higher price for the
securities acquired, thus reducing their yield to maturity.
Issuers or financial intermediaries may obtain letters of credit or other
guarantees to support their ability to buy securities on demand. FMR may
rely upon its evaluation of a bank's credit in determining whether to
support an instrument supported by a letter of credit. In evaluating a
foreign bank's credit, FMR will consider whether adequate public
information about the bank is available and whether the bank may be subject
to unfavorable political or economic developments, currency controls, or
other governmental restrictions that might affect the bank's ability to
honor its credit commitment.
Standby commitments are subject to certain risks, including the ability of
issuers of standby commitments to pay for securities at the time the
commitments are exercised; the fact that standby commitments are not
marketable by the fund; and the possibility that the maturities of the
underlying securities may be different from those of the commitments.
TENDER OPTION BONDS are created by coupling an intermediate- or long-term,
fixed-rate, tax-exempt bond (generally held pursuant to a custodial
arrangement) with a tender agreement that gives the holder the option to
tender the bond at its face value. As consideration for providing the
tender option, the sponsor (usually a bank, broker-dealer, or other
financial institution) receives periodic fees equal to the difference
between the bond's fixed coupon rate and the rate (determined by a
remarketing or similar agent) that would cause the bond, coupled with the
tender option, to trade at par on the date of such determination. After
payment of the tender option fee, the fund effectively holds a demand
obligation that bears interest at the prevailing short-term tax-exempt
rate. In selecting tender option bonds for the fund, FMR will consider the
creditworthiness of the issuer of the underlying bond, the custodian, and
the third party provider of the tender option. In certain instances, a
sponsor may terminate a tender option if, for example, the issuer of the
underlying bond defaults on interest payments.
VARIABLE OR FLOATING RATE OBLIGATIONS, including certain participation
interests in municipal instruments, have interest rate adjustment formulas
that help stabilize their market values. Many variable and floating rate
instruments also carry demand features that permit the fund to sell them at
par value plus accrued interest on short notice.
In many instances bonds and participation interests have tender options or
demand features that permit the fund to tender (or put) the bonds to an
institution at periodic intervals and to receive the principal amount
thereof. The fund considers variable rate instruments structured in this
way (Participating VRDOs) to be essentially equivalent to other VRDOs it
purchases. The IRS has not ruled whether the interest on Participating
VRDOs is tax-exempt and, accordingly, the fund intends to purchase these
instruments based on opinions of bond counsel. A fund may also invest in
fixed-rate bonds that are subject to third party puts and in participation
interests in such bonds held by a bank in trust or otherwise.
ZERO COUPON BONDS do not make regular interest payments. Instead, they are
sold at a deep discount from their face value and are redeemed at face
value when they mature. Because zero coupon bonds do not pay current
income, their prices can be very volatile when interest rates change. In
calculating its daily dividend, the fund takes into account as income a
portion of the difference between a zero coupon bond's purchase price and
its face value.
PORTFOLIO TRANSACTIONS
All orders for the purchase or sale of portfolio securities are placed
on behalf of the funds by FMR pursuant to authority contained in the fund's
management contract. FMR is also responsible for the placement of
transaction orders for other investment companies and accounts for which it
or its affiliates act as investment adviser. In selecting broker-dealers,
subject to applicable limitations of the federal securities laws, FMR
considers various relevant factors, including, but not limited to, the size
and type of the transaction; the nature and character of the markets for
the security to be purchased or sold; the execution efficiency, settlement
capability, and financial condition of the broker-dealer firm; the
broker-dealer's execution services rendered on a continuing basis; and the
reasonableness of any commissions.
The fund may execute portfolio transactions with broker-dealers who provide
research and execution services to the fund or other accounts over which
FMR or its affiliates exercise investment discretion. Such services may
include advice concerning the value of securities; the advisability of
investing in, purchasing, or selling securities; and the availability of
securities or the purchasers or sellers of securities. In addition, such
broker-dealers may furnish analyses and reports concerning issuers,
industries, securities, economic factors and trends, portfolio strategy,
and performance of accounts; effect securities transactions, and perform
functions incidental thereto (such as clearance and settlement). The
selection of such broker-dealers generally is made by FMR (to the extent
possible consistent with execution considerations) based upon the quality
of research and execution services provided.
The receipt of research from broker-dealers that execute transactions on
behalf of the fund may be useful to FMR in rendering investment management
services to the fund or its other clients, and conversely, such research
provided by broker-dealers who have executed transaction orders on behalf
of other FMR clients may be useful to FMR in carrying out its obligations
to the fund. The receipt of such research has not reduced FMR's normal
independent research activities; however, it enables FMR to avoid the
additional expenses that could be incurred if FMR tried to develop
comparable information through its own efforts.
Subject to applicable limitations of the federal securities laws,
broker-dealers may receive commissions for agency transactions that are in
excess of the amount of commissions charged by other broker-dealers in
recognition of their research and execution services. In order to cause the
fund to pay such higher commissions, FMR must determine in good faith that
such commissions are reasonable in relation to the value of the brokerage
and research services provided by such executing broker-dealers, viewed in
terms of a particular transaction or FMR's overall responsibilities to the
fund and its other clients. In reaching this determination, FMR will not
attempt to place a specific dollar value on the brokerage and research
services provided, or to determine what portion of the compensation should
be related to those services.
FMR is authorized to use research services provided by and to place
portfolio transactions with brokerage firms that have provided assistance
in the distribution of shares of the fund, or shares of other Fidelity
funds to the extent permitted by law. FMR may use research services
provided by and place agency transactions with Fidelity Brokerage Services,
Inc. (FBSI), a subsidiary of FMR Corp., if the commissions are fair,
reasonable, and comparable to commissions charged by non-affiliated,
qualified brokerage firms for similar services.
Section 11(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 prohibits members of
national securities exchanges from executing exchange transactions for
accounts which they or their affiliates manage, unless certain requirements
are satisfied. Pursuant to such requirements, the Board of Trustees has
authorized FBSI to execute portfolio transactions on national securities
exchanges in accordance with approved procedures and applicable SEC rules.
The Trustees periodically review FMR's performance of its responsibilities
in connection with the placement of portfolio transactions on behalf of the
fund and review the commissions paid by the fund over representative
periods of time to determine if they are reasonable in relation to the
benefits to the fund.
F or the fiscal years ended December 31, 1995 and 1994, the fund's
portfolio turnover rates were 72% and 95%, respectively.
For fiscal 1995, 1994, and 1993, the fund paid no brokerage
commissions.
From time to time the Trustees will review whether the recapture for the
benefit of the fund of some portion of the brokerage commissions or similar
fees paid by the fund on portfolio transactions is legally permissible and
advisable. The fund seeks to recapture soliciting broker-dealer fees on the
tender of portfolio securities, but at present no other recapture
arrangements are in effect. The Trustees intend to continue to review
whether recapture opportunities are available and are legally permissible
and, if so, to determine in the exercise of their business judgment whether
it would be advisable for the fund to seek such recapture.
Although the Trustees and officers of the fund are substantially the same
as those of other funds managed by FMR, investment decisions for the fund
are made independently from those of other funds managed by FMR or accounts
managed by FMR affiliates. It sometimes happens that the same security is
held in the portfolio of more than one of these funds or accounts.
Simultaneous transactions are inevitable when several funds and accounts
are managed by the same investment adviser, particularly when the same
security is suitable for the investment objective of more than one fund or
account.
When two or more funds are simultaneously engaged in the purchase or sale
of the same security, the prices and amounts are allocated in accordance
with procedures believed to be appropriate and equitable for each fund. In
some cases this system could have a detrimental effect on the price or
value of the security as far as the fund is concerned. In other cases,
however, the ability of the fund to participate in volume transactions will
produce better executions and prices for the fund. It is the current
opinion of the Trustees that the desirability of retaining FMR as
investment adviser to the fund outweighs any disadvantages that may be said
to exist from exposure to simultaneous transactions.
VALUATION OF PORTFOLIO SECURITIES
Valuations of portfolio securities furnished by the pricing service
employed by the fund are based upon a computerized matrix system or
appraisals by the pricing service, in each case in reliance upon
information concerning market transactions and quotations from recognized
municipal securities dealers. The methods used by the pricing service and
quality of valuations so established are reviewed by officers of the fund
and FSC under the general supervision of the Trustees. There are a number
of pricing services available and the Trustees, on the basis of on-going
evaluation of these services, may use other pricing services or discontinue
the use of any pricing service in whole or in part.
PERFORMANCE
The fund may quote performance in various ways. All performance information
supplied by the fund in advertising is historical and is not intended to
indicate future returns. The fund's share price, yield, and total return
fluctuate in response to market conditions and other factors, and the value
of fund shares when redeemed may be more or less than their original cost.
YIELD CALCULATIONS. Yields for the fund are computed by dividing the fund's
interest income for a given 30-day or one-month period, net of expenses, by
the average number of shares entitled to receive distributions during the
period, dividing this figure by the fund's net asset value (NAV) at the end
of the period, and annualizing the result (assuming compounding of income)
in order to arrive at an annual percentage rate. Income is calculated for
purposes of yield quotations in accordance with standardized methods
applicable to all stock and bond funds. In general, interest income is
reduced with respect to bonds trading at a premium over their par value by
subtracting a portion of the premium from income on a daily basis, and is
increased with respect to bonds trading at a discount by adding a portion
of the discount to daily income. Capital gains and losses generally are
excluded from the calculation.
Income calculated for the purposes of calculating the fund's yield differs
from income as determined for other accounting purposes. Because of the
different accounting methods used, and because of the compounding of income
assumed in yield calculations, the fund's yield may not equal its
distribution rate, the income paid to your account, or the income reported
in the fund's financial statements.
Yield information may be useful in reviewing the fund's performance and in
providing a basis for comparison with other investment alternatives.
However, the fund's yield fluctuates, unlike investments that pay a fixed
interest rate over a stated period of time. When comparing investment
alternatives, investors should also note the quality and maturity of the
portfolio securities of respective investment companies they have chosen to
consider.
Investors should recognize that in periods of declining interest rates the
fund's yield will tend to be somewhat higher than prevailing market rates,
and in periods of rising interest rates the fund's yield will tend to be
somewhat lower. Also, when interest rates are falling, the inflow of net
new money to the fund from the continuous sale of its shares will likely be
invested in instruments producing lower yields than the balance of the
fund's holdings, thereby reducing the fund's current yield. In periods of
rising interest rates, the opposite can be expected to occur.
The fund's tax-equivalent yield is the rate an investor would have to earn
from a fully taxable investment before taxes to equal the fund's tax-free
yield. Tax-equivalent yields are calculated by dividing the fund's yield by
the result of one minus a stated federal or combined federal and state tax
rate. If only a portion of the fund's yield is tax-exempt, only that
portion is adjusted in the calculation.
The following table shows the effect of a shareholder's tax status on
effective yield under federal income tax laws for 1996. It shows the
approximate yield a taxable security must provide at various income
brackets to produce after-tax yields equivalent to those of hypothetical
tax-exempt obligations yielding from 4% to 7%. Of course, no assurance can
be given that the fund will achieve any specific tax-exempt yield. While
the fund invests principally in obligations whose interest is exempt from
federal income tax, other income received by the fund may be taxable.
1996 TAX RATES AND TAX-EQUIVALENT YIELDS
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Federal If individual tax-exempt yield is:
Taxable Income* Tax 4% 5% 6% 7% 8 % 9 % 10 %
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$24,001-58,150 $40,101-96,900 28% 5.56% 6.94% 8.33% 9.72% 11.11 % 12.50 % 13.89 %
$58,151-121,300 $96,901-147,700 31% 5.80% 7.25% 8.70% 10.14% 11.59 % 13.04 % 14.49 %
$121,301-263,750 $147,701-263,750 36% 6.25% 7.81% 9.38% 10.94% 12.50 % 14.06 % 15.63 %
$263,751-above $263,751-above 39.6% 6.62% 8.28% 9.93% 11.59% 13.25 % 14.90 % 16.56 %
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* Net amount subject to federal income tax after deductions and exemptions.
Assumes ordinary income only.
** Excludes the impact of the phaseout of personal exemptions,
limitations on itemized deductions, and other credits, exclusions, and
adjustments which may increase a taxpayer's marginal tax rate. An increase
in a shareholder's marginal tax rate would increase that shareholder's
tax-equivalent yield.
The fund may invest a portion of its assets in obligations that are subject
to federal income tax. When the fund invests in these obligations, its
tax-equivalent yields will be lower. In the table above, tax-equivalent
yields are calculated assuming investments are 100% federally tax-free.
TOTAL RETURN CALCULATIONS. Total returns quoted in advertising reflect all
aspects of the fund's return, including the effect of reinvesting dividends
and capital gain distributions, and any change in the fund's NAV over a
stated period. Average annual total returns are calculated by determining
the growth or decline in value of a hypothetical historical investment in
the fund over a stated period, and then calculating the annually compounded
percentage rate that would have produced the same result if the rate of
growth or decline in value had been constant over the period. For example,
a cumulative total return of 100% over ten years would produce an average
annual total return of 7.18%, which is the steady annual rate of return
that would equal 100% growth on a compounded basis in ten years. While
average annual total returns are a convenient means of comparing investment
alternatives, investors should realize that the fund's performance is not
constant over time, but changes from year to year, and that average annual
total returns represent averaged figures as opposed to the actual
year-to-year performance of the fund.
In addition to average annual total returns, the fund may quote unaveraged
or cumulative total returns reflecting the simple change in value of an
investment over a stated period. Average annual and cumulative total
returns may be quoted as a percentage or as a dollar amount, and may be
calculated for a single investment, a series of investments, or a series of
redemptions, over any time period. Total returns may be broken down into
their components of income and capital (including capital gains and changes
in share price) in order to illustrate the relationship of these factors
and their contributions to total return. Total returns may be quoted on a
before-tax or after-tax basis. Total returns, yields, and other performance
information may be quoted numerically or in a table, graph, or similar
illustration.
NET ASSET VALUE. Charts and graphs using the fund's net asset values,
adjusted net asset values, and benchmark indices may be used to exhibit
performance. An adjusted NAV includes any distributions paid by the fund
and reflects all elements of its return. Unless otherwise indicated, the
fund's adjusted NAVs are not adjusted for sales charges, if any.
HISTORICAL FUND RESULTS. The following tables show the fund's yield,
tax-equivalent yield, and total returns for the periods ended
December 31, 1 99 5.
T he tax-equivalent yield is based on a 36% federal income tax rate.
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Average Annual Total Returns Cumulative Total Returns
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Yield Yield
Municipal Bond 4.58 % 7.16 % 18.15% 8.33 % 8.73 % 18.15 % 49.17 % 130.90 %
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The following table shows the income and capital elements of the fund's
cumulative total return. The table compares the fund's return to the record
of the Standard & Poor's Composite Index of 500 Stocks (S&P 500(registered
trademark)), the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA), and the cost of
living (measured by the Consumer Price Index, or CPI) over the same period.
The CPI information is as of the month end closest to the initial
investment date for each fund. The S&P 500 and DJIA comparisons are
provided to show how the fund's total return compared to the record of a
broad average of common stocks and a narrower set of stocks of major
industrial companies, respectively, over the same period. Of course, since
the fund invests in fixed-income securities, common stocks represent a
different type of investment from the fund. Common stocks generally offer
greater growth potential than the fund, but generally experience greater
price volatility, which means greater potential for loss. In addition,
common stocks generally provide lower income than a fixed-income investment
such as the fund. Figures for the S&P 500 and DJIA are based on the prices
of unmanaged groups of stocks and, unlike the fund's returns, do not
include the effect of paying brokerage commissions or other costs of
investing.
During the ten year period ended December 31, 199 5 , a hypothetical
$10,000 investment in Municipal Bond would have grown to
$23,090 , assuming all distributions were reinvested. This was a
period of fluctuating interest rates and bond prices and the figures below
should not be considered representative of the dividend income or capital
gain or loss that could be realized from an investment in the fund today.
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FIDELITY MUNICIPAL BOND FUND INDICES
Year ended Value of Value of Value of Total S&P 500 DJIA Cost of
December 31 Initial Reinvested Reinvested Value Living
$10,000 Dividend Capital Gain
Investment Distributions Distributions
1995 $ 11,146 $ 10,091 $ 1,853 $ 23,090 $ 40,054 $ 43,315 $ 14,044
1994 9,933 7,969 1,641 19,543 29,114 33,338 1 3,696
1993 11,712 8,134 1,510 21,356 28,735 31,759 13,339
1992 11,456 6,879 535 18,870 26,104 27,146 1 2,983
1991 11,415 5,766 142 17,323 24,251 25,300 1 2,617
1990 10,957 4,523 0 15,480 18,585 20,347 1 2,242
1989 10,957 3,522 0 14,479 19,183 20,457 11, 537
1988 10,714 2,501 0 13,215 14,567 15,526 1 1,025
1987 10,243 1,524 0 11,767 12,492 13,394 10, 558
1986 11,159 795 0 11,954 11,868 12,703 10, 110
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Explanatory Notes: With an initial investment of $10,000 made on
December 31, 1985, the net amount invested in fund shares was $10,000. The
cost of the initial investment ($10,000), together with the aggregate cost
of reinvested dividends and capital gain distributions for the period
covered (their cash value at the time they were reinvested), amounted to
$21,786. If distributions had not been reinvested, the amount of
distributions earned from the fund over time would have been smaller, and
cash payments for the period would have amounted to $6,940 for dividends
and $1,084 for capital gains distributions. Tax consequences of different
investments have not been factored into the above figures.
PERFORMANCE COMPARISONS. The fund's performance may be compared to the
performance of other mutual funds in general, or to the performance of
particular types of mutual funds. These comparisons may be expressed as
mutual fund rankings prepared by Lipper Analytical Services, Inc. (Lipper),
an independent service located in Summit, New Jersey that monitors the
performance of mutual funds. Lipper generally ranks funds on the basis of
total return, assuming reinvestment of distributions, but does not take
sales charges or redemption fees into consideration, and is prepared
without regard to tax consequences. Lipper may also rank funds based on
yield. In addition to the mutual fund rankings, the fund's performance may
be compared to stock, bond, and money market mutual fund performance
indices prepared by Lipper or other organizations. When comparing these
indices, it is important to remember the risk and return characteristics of
each type of investment. For example, while stock mutual funds may offer
higher potential returns, they also carry the highest degree of share price
volatility. Likewise, money market funds may offer greater stability of
principal, but generally do not offer the higher potential returns
available from stock mutual funds.
From time to time, the fund's performance may also be compared to other
mutual funds tracked by financial or business publications and periodicals.
For example, the fund may quote Morningstar, Inc. in its advertising
materials. Morningstar, Inc. is a mutual fund rating service that rates
mutual funds on the basis of risk-adjusted performance. Rankings that
compare the performance of Fidelity funds to one another in appropriate
categories over specific periods of time may also be quoted in advertising.
The fund may be compared in advertising to Certificates of Deposit (CDs) or
other investments issued by banks or other depository institutions. Mutual
funds differ from bank investments in several respects. For example, the
fund may offer greater liquidity or higher potential returns than CDs, the
fund does not guarantee your principal or your return, and fund shares are
not FDIC insured.
Fidelity may provide information designed to help individuals understand
their investment goals and explore various financial strategies. Such
information may include information about current economic, market, and
political conditions; materials that describe general principles of
investing, such as asset allocation, diversification, risk tolerance, and
goal setting; questionnaires designed to help create a personal financial
profile; worksheets used to project savings needs based on assumed rates of
inflation and hypothetical rates of return; and action plans offering
investment alternatives. Materials may also include discussions of
Fidelity's asset allocation funds and other Fidelity funds, products, and
services.
Ibbotson Associates of Chicago, Illinois (Ibbotson) provides historical
returns of the capital markets in the United States, including common
stocks, small capitalization stocks, long-term corporate bonds,
intermediate-term government bonds, long-term government bonds, Treasury
bills, the U.S. rate of inflation (based on the CPI), and combinations of
various capital markets. The performance of these capital markets is based
on the returns of different indices.
Fidelity funds may use the performance of these capital markets in order to
demonstrate general risk-versus-reward investment scenarios. Performance
comparisons may also include the value of a hypothetical investment in any
of these capital markets. The risks associated with the security types in
any capital market may or may not correspond directly to those of the
funds. Ibbotson calculates total returns in the same method as the funds.
The funds may also compare performance to that of other compilations or
indices that may be developed and made available in the future.
A fund may compare its performance or the performance of securities in
which it may invest to averages published by IBC USA (Publications), Inc.
of Ashland, Massachusetts. These averages assume reinvestment of
distributions. The IBC/Donoghue's MONEY FUND AVERAGES(trademark)/All
Tax-Free, which is reported in the MONEY FUND REPORT(registered trademark),
covers over 395 Tax-Free money market funds. The Bond Fund Report
AverageS(trademark)/Municipal, which is reported in the BOND FUND
REPORT(registered trademark), covers over 509 bond funds. When
evaluating comparisons to money market funds, investors should consider the
relevant differences in investment objectives and policies. Specifically,
money market funds invest in short-term, high-quality instruments and seek
to maintain a stable $1.00 share price. The fund, however, invests in
longer-term instruments and its share price changes daily in response to a
variety of factors.
The fund may compare and contrast in advertising the relative advantages of
investing in a mutual fund versus an individual municipal bond. Unlike
tax-free mutual funds, individual municipal bonds offer a stated rate of
interest and, if held to maturity, repayment of principal. Although some
individual municipal bonds might offer a higher return, they do not offer
the reduced risk of a mutual fund that invests in many different
securities. The initial investment requirements and sales charges of many
tax-free mutual funds are lower than the purchase cost of individual
municipal bonds, which are generally issued in $5,000 denominations and are
subject to direct brokerage costs.
In advertising materials, Fidelity may reference or discuss its products
and services, which may include other Fidelity funds; retirement investing;
brokerage products and services; model portfolios or allocations; saving
for college or other goals; charitable giving; and the Fidelity credit
card. In addition, Fidelity may quote or reprint financial or business
publications and periodicals as they relate to current economic and
political conditions, fund management, portfolio composition, investment
philosophy, investment techniques, the desirability of owning a particular
mutual fund, and Fidelity services and products . Fidelity may also
reprint, and use as advertising and sales literature, articles from
Fidelity Focus, a quarterly magazine provided free of charge to Fidelity
fund shareholders.
The fund may present its fund number, Quotron(trademark) number, and CUSIP
number, and discuss or quote its current portfolio manager.
VOLATILITY. The fund may quote various measures of volatility and benchmark
correlation in advertising. In addition, the fund may compare these
measures to those of other funds. Measures of volatility seek to compare
the fund's historical share price fluctuations or total returns to those of
a benchmark. Measures of benchmark correlation indicate how valid a
comparative benchmark may be. All measures of volatility and correlation
are calculated using averages of historical data. In advertising, the fund
may also discuss or illustrate examples of interest rate sensitivity.
MOMENTUM INDICATORS indicate the fund's price movements over specific
periods of time. Each point on the momentum indicator represents the fund's
percentage change in price movements over that period.
The fund may advertise examples of the effects of periodic investment
plans, including the principle of dollar cost averaging. In such a program,
an investor invests a fixed dollar amount in a fund at periodic intervals,
thereby purchasing fewer shares when prices are high and more shares when
prices are low. While such a strategy does not assure a profit or guard
against loss in a declining market, the investor's average cost per share
can be lower than if fixed numbers of shares are purchased at the same
intervals. In evaluating such a plan, investors should consider their
ability to continue purchasing shares during periods of low price levels.
As of December 31, 1995, FMR advised over $26.5 billion in tax-free
fund assets, $81 billio n in money market fund assets, $ 240
billion in equity fund assets, $49 billion in international fund
assets, and $23 billion in Spartan fund assets. The fund may
reference the growth and variety of money market mutual funds and the
adviser's innovation and participation in the industry. The equity funds
under management figure represents the largest amount of equity fund assets
under management by a mutual fund investment adviser in the United States,
making FMR America's leading equity (stock) fund manager. FMR, its
subsidiaries, and affiliates maintain a worldwide information and
communications network for the purpose of researching and managing
investments abroad.
In addition to performance rankings, each fund may compare its total
expense ratio to the average total expense ratio of similar funds tracked
by Lipper. A fund's total expense ratio is a significant factor in
comparing bond and money market investments because of its effect on yield.
ADDITIONAL PURCHASE AND REDEMPTION INFORMATION
The fund is open for business and its net asset value per share (NAV) is
calculated each day the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is open for trading.
The NYSE has designated the following holiday closings for 1996: New Year's
Day, President's Day (observed), Good Friday, Memorial Day (observed),
Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Although
FMR expects the same holiday schedule to be observed in the future, the
NYSE may modify its holiday schedule at any time. In addition, the fund
will not process wire purchases and redemptions on days when the Federal
Reserve Wire System is closed.
FSC normally determines the fund's NAV as of the close of the NYSE
(normally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time). However, NAV may be calculated earlier
if trading on the NYSE is restricted or as permitted by the Securities
and Exchange Commission (SEC) . To the extent that portfolio securities
are traded in other markets on days when the NYSE is closed , the fund's
NAV may be affected on days when investors do not have access to the fund
to purchase or redeem shares. In addition, trading in some of the fund's
portfolio securities may not occur on days when the fund is open for
business.
If the Trustees determine that existing conditions make cash payments
undesirable, redemption payments may be made in whole or in part in
securities or other property, valued for this purpose as they are valued in
computing the fund's NAV. Shareholders receiving securities or other
property on redemption may realize a gain or loss for tax purposes, and
will incur any costs of sale, as well as the associated inconveniences.
Pursuant to Rule 11a-3 under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the 1940
Act), the fund is required to give shareholders at least 60 days' notice
prior to terminating or modifying its exchange privilege. Under the Rule,
the 60-day notification requirement may be waived if (i) the only effect of
a modification would be to reduce or eliminate an administrative fee,
redemption fee, or deferred sales charge ordinarily payable at the time of
an exchange, or (ii) the fund suspends the redemption of the shares to be
exchanged as permitted under the 1940 Act or the rules and regulations
thereunder, or the fund to be acquired suspends the sale of its shares
because it is unable to invest amounts effectively in accordance with its
investment objective and policies.
In the Prospectus, the fund has notified shareholders that it reserves the
right at any time, without prior notice, to refuse exchange purchases by
any person or group if, in FMR's judgment, the fund would be unable to
invest effectively in accordance with its investment objective and
policies, or would otherwise potentially be adversely affected.
DISTRIBUTIONS AND TAXES
DISTRIBUTIONS. If you request to have distributions mailed to you and the
U.S. Postal Service cannot deliver your checks, or if your checks remain
uncashed for six months, Fidelity may reinvest your distributions at the
then-current NAV. All subsequent distributions will then be reinvested
until you provide Fidelity with alternate instructions.
DIVIDENDS. To the extent that the fund's income is designated as federally
tax-exempt interest, the daily dividends declared by the fund are also
federally tax-exempt. Short-term capital gains are distributed as dividend
income, but do not qualify for the dividends-received deduction. These
gains will be taxed as ordinary income. The fund will send each shareholder
a notice in January describing the tax status of dividend and capital gain
distributions (if any) for the prior year.
Shareholders are required to report tax-exempt income on their federal tax
returns. Shareholders who earn other income, such as Social Security
benefits, may be subject to federal income tax on up to 85% of such
benefits to the extent that their income, including tax-exempt income,
exceeds certain base amounts.
The fund purchases municipal securities that are free from federal
income tax based on opinions of counsel regarding their tax status. These
opinions generally will be based on covenants by the issuers or other
parties regarding continuing compliance with federal tax requirements. If
at any time the covenants are not complied with, distribution to
shareholders of interest on a security could become federally taxable
retroactive to the date the security was issued. For certain types of
structure securities, opinions of counsel may also be based on the effect
of the structure on the federal tax treatment of the income.
As a result of the Tax Reform Act of 1986, interest on certain "private
activity" securities is subject to the federal alternative minimum tax
(AMT), although the interest continues to be excludable from gross income
for other tax purposes. Interest from private activity securities will be
considered tax-exempt for purposes of the fund's policies of investing so
that at least 80% of its assets are invested in municipal securities
whose interest is free from federal income tax. Interest from private
activity securities is a tax preference item for the purposes of
determining whether a taxpayer is subject to the AMT and the amount of AMT
to be paid, if any. Private activity securities issued after August 7, 1986
to benefit a private or industrial user or to finance a private facility
are affected by this rule.
A portion of the gain on bonds purchased with market discount after April
30, 1993 and short-term capital gains distributed by the fund are taxable
to shareholders as dividends, not as capital gains.
Corporate investors should note that a tax preference item for purposes of
the corporate AMT is 75% of the amount by which adjusted current earnings
(which includes tax-exempt interest) exceeds the alternative minimum
taxable income of the corporation. If a shareholder receives an
exempt-interest dividend and sells shares at a loss after holding them for
a period of six months or less, the loss will be disallowed to the extent
of the amount of exempt-interest dividend.
CAPITAL GAIN DISTRIBUTIONS. Long-term capital gains earned by the fund on
the sale of securities and distributed to shareholders are federally
taxable as long-term capital gains, regardless of the length of time
shareholders have held their shares. If a shareholder receives a long-term
capital gain distribution on shares of the fund, and such shares are held
six months or less and are sold at a loss, the portion of the loss equal to
the amount of the long-term capital gain distribution will be considered a
long-term loss for tax purposes. Short-term capital gains distributed by
the fund are taxable to shareholders as dividends, not as capital gains.
As of December 31, 1995, the fund had a capital loss carryforward of
approximately $27,853,000. This loss carryforward will expire on December
31, 2003 and is available to offset future capital gains.
TAX STATUS OF THE FUND. The fund intends to qualify each year as a
"regulated investment company" for tax purposes so that it will not be
liable for federal tax on income and capital gains distributed to
shareholders. In order to qualify as a regulated investment company and
avoid being subject to federal income or excise taxes at the fund level,
the fund intends to distribute substantially all of its net investment
income and net realized capital gains within each calendar year as well as
on a fiscal year basis. The fund intends to comply with other tax rules
applicable to regulated investment companies, including a requirement that
capital gains from the sale of securities held less than three months
constitute less than 30% of the fund's gross income for each fiscal year.
Gains from some futures contracts and options are included in this 30%
calculation, which may limit the fund's investments in such instruments.
The fund is treated as a separate entity from the other funds of Fidelity
Municipal Trust for tax purposes.
OTHER TAX INFORMATION. The information above is only a summary of some of
the tax consequences generally affecting the fund and its shareholders, and
no attempt has been made to discuss individual tax consequences. In
addition to federal income taxes, shareholders may be subject to state and
local taxes on fund distributions, and shares may be subject to state and
local personal property taxes. Investors should consult their tax advisers
to determine whether the fund is suitable to their particular tax
situation.
FMR
All of the stock of FMR is owned by FMR Corp., its parent organized in
1972. The voting common stock of FMR Corp. is divided into two classes.
Class B is held predominantly by members of the Edward C. Johnson 3d family
and is entitled to 49% of the vote on any matter acted upon by the voting
common stock. Class A is held predominantly by non-Johnson family member
employees of FMR Corp. and its affiliates and is entitled to 51% of the
vote on any such matter. The Johnson family group and all other Class B
shareholders have entered into a shareholders' voting agreement under which
all Class B shares will be voted in accordance with the majority vote of
Class B shares. Under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the 1940 Act),
control of a company is presumed where one individual or group of
individuals owns more than 25% of the voting stock of that company.
Therefore, through their ownership of voting common stock and the execution
of the shareholders' voting agreement, members of the Johnson family may be
deemed, under the 1940 Act, to form a controlling group with respect to FMR
Corp.
At present, the principal operating activities of FMR Corp. are those
conducted by three of its divisions as follows: FSC, which is the transfer
and shareholder servicing agent for certain of the funds advised by FMR;
Fidelity Investments Institutional Operations Company, which performs
shareholder servicing functions for institutional customers and funds sold
through intermediaries; and Fidelity Investments Retail Marketing Company,
which provides marketing services to various companies within the Fidelity
organization.
Fidelity investment personnel may invest in securities for their own
account pursuant to a code of ethics that sets forth all employees'
fiduciary responsibilities regarding the funds, establishes procedures for
personal investing and restricts certain transactions. For example, all
personal trades in most securities require pre-clearance, and participation
in initial public offerings is prohibited. In addition, restrictions on the
timing of personal investing in relation to trades by Fidelity funds and on
short-term trading have been adopted.
TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS
The Trustees and executive officers of the trust are listed below.
Except as indicated, each individual has held the office shown or other
offices in the same company for the last five years. All persons named as
Trustees also serve in similar capacities for other funds advised by FMR.
The business address of each Trustee and officer who is an "interested
person" (as defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940) is 82 Devonshire
Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02109, which is also the address of FMR. The
business address of all the other Trustees is Fidelity Investments, P.O.
Box 9235, Boston, Massachusetts 02205-9235. Those Trustees who are
"interested persons" by virtue of their affiliation with either the trust
or FMR are indicated by an asterisk (*).
*EDWARD C. JOHNSON 3d (65), Trustee and President, is Chairman, Chief
Executive Officer and a Director of FMR Corp.; a Director and Chairman of
the Board and of the Executive Committee of FMR; Chairman and a Director of
FMR Texas Inc., Fidelity Management & Research (U.K.) Inc., and Fidelity
Management & Research (Far East) Inc.
*J. GARY BURKHEAD (54), Trustee and Senior Vice President, is President of
FMR; and President and a Director of FMR Texas Inc., Fidelity Management &
Research (U.K.) Inc., and Fidelity Management & Research (Far East) Inc.
RALPH F. COX (63), Trustee (1991), is a consultant to Western Mining
Corporation (1994). Prior to February 1994, he was President of Greenhill
Petroleum Corporation (petroleum exploration and production, 1990). Until
March 1990, Mr. Cox was President and Chief Operating Officer of Union
Pacific Resources Company (exploration and production). He is a Director of
Sanifill Corporation (non-hazardous waste, 1993) and CH2M Hill Companies
(engineering). In addition, he served on the Board of Directors of the
Norton Company (manufacturer of industrial devices, 1983-1990) and
continues to serve on the Board of Directors of the Texas State Chamber of
Commerce, and is a member of advisory boards of Texas A&M University and
the University of Texas at Austin.
PHYLLIS BURKE DAVIS (64), Trustee (1992). Prior to her retirement in
September 1991, Mrs. Davis was the Senior Vice President of Corporate
Affairs of Avon Products, Inc. She is currently a Director of BellSouth
Corporation (telecommunications), Eaton Corporation (manufacturing, 1991),
and the TJX Companies, Inc. (retail stores, 1990), and previously served as
a Director of Hallmark Cards, Inc. (1985-1991) and Nabisco Brands, Inc. In
addition, she is a member of the President's Advisory Council of The
University of Vermont School of Business Administration.
RICHARD J. FLYNN (72), Trustee, is a financial consultant. Prior to
September 1986, Mr. Flynn was Vice Chairman and a Director of the Norton
Company (manufacturer of industrial devices). He is currently a Trustee of
College of the Holy Cross and Old Sturbridge Village, Inc., and he
previously served as a Director of Mechanics Bank (1971-1995).
E. BRADLEY JONES (68), Trustee (1990). Prior to his retirement in 1984, Mr.
Jones was Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of LTV Steel Company. He is
a Director of TRW Inc. (original equipment and replacement products),
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc (mining), Consolidated Rail Corporation, Birmingham
Steel Corporation, and RPM, Inc. (manufacturer of chemical products, 1990),
and he previously served as a Director of NACCO Industries, Inc. (mining
and marketing, 1985-1995) and Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc.
(1985-1995). In addition, he serves as a Trustee of First Union Real Estate
Investments, a Trustee and member of the Executive Committee of the
Cleveland Clinic Foundation, a Trustee and member of the Executive
Committee of University School (Cleveland), and a Trustee of Cleveland
Clinic Florida.
DONALD J. KIRK (63), Trustee, is Executive-in-Residence (1995) at Columbia
University Graduate School of Business and a financial consultant. From
1987 to January 1995, Mr. Kirk was a Professor at Columbia University
Graduate School of Business. Prior to 1987, he was Chairman of the
Financial Accounting Standards Board. Mr. Kirk is a Director of General Re
Corporation (reinsurance), and he previously served as a Director of
Valuation Research Corp. (appraisals and valuations, 1993-1995). In
addition, he serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National
Arts Stabilization Fund, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the
Greenwich Hospital Association, and as a Member of the Public Oversight
Board of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants' SEC
Practice Section (1995).
*PETER S. LYNCH (52), Trustee (1990) is Vice Chairman and Director of FMR
(1992). Prior to May 31, 1990, he was a Director of FMR and Executive Vice
President of FMR (a position he held until March 31, 1991); Vice President
of Fidelity Magellan Fund and FMR Growth Group Leader; and Managing
Director of FMR Corp. Mr. Lynch was also Vice President of Fidelity
Investments Corporate Services (1991-1992). He is a Director of W.R. Grace
& Co. (chemicals) and Morrison Knudsen Corporation (engineering and
construction). In addition, he serves as a Trustee of Boston College,
Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary, Historic Deerfield (1989) and Society
for the Preservation of New England Antiquities, and as an Overseer of the
Museum of Fine Arts of Boston (1990).
GERALD C. McDONOUGH (66), Trustee, is Chairman of G.M. Management Group
(strategic advisory services). Prior to his retirement in July 1988, he was
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Leaseway Transportation Corp.
(physical distribution services). Mr. McDonough is a Director of
ACME-Cleveland Corp. (metal working, telecommunications and electronic
products), Brush-Wellman Inc. (metal refining), York International Corp.
(air conditioning and refrigeration), Commercial Intertech Corp. (water
treatment equipment, 1992), and Associated Estates Realty Corporation (a
real estate investment trust, 1993).
EDWARD H. MALONE (71), Trustee. Prior to his retirement in 1985, Mr. Malone
was Chairman, General Electric Investment Corporation and a Vice President
of General Electric Company. He is a Director of Allegheny Power Systems,
Inc. (electric utility), General Re Corporation (reinsurance) and Mattel
Inc. (toy manufacturer). In addition, he serves as a Trustee of the Naples
Philharmonic Center for the Arts, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and
he is a member of the Advisory Boards of Butler Capital Corporation Funds
and Warburg, Pincus Partnership Funds.
MARVIN L. MANN (62), Trustee (1993) is Chairman of the Board, President,
and Chief Executive Officer of Lexmark International, Inc. (office
machines, 1991). Prior to 1991, he held the positions of Vice President of
International Business Machines Corporation ("IBM") and President and
General Manager of various IBM divisions and subsidiaries. Mr. Mann is a
Director of M.A. Hanna Company (chemicals, 1993) and Infomart (marketing
services, 1991), a Trammell Crow Co. In addition, he serves as the Campaign
Vice Chairman of the Tri-State United Way (1993) and is a member of the
University of Alabama President's Cabinet (1990).
THOMAS R. WILLIAMS (67), Trustee, is President of The Wales Group, Inc.
(management and financial advisory services). Prior to retiring in 1987,
Mr. Williams served as Chairman of the Board of First Wachovia Corporation
(bank holding company), and Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The
First National Bank of Atlanta and First Atlanta Corporation (bank holding
company). He is currently a Director of BellSouth Corporation
(telecommunications), ConAgra, Inc. (agricultural products), Fisher
Business Systems, Inc. (computer software), Georgia Power Company (electric
utility), Gerber Alley & Associates, Inc. (computer software), National
Life Insurance Company of Vermont, American Software, Inc., and AppleSouth,
Inc. (restaurants, 1992).
FRED L. HENNING, JR. (56), Vice President, is Vice President of Fidelity's
money market (1994) and fixed-income (1995) funds and Senior Vice President
of FMR Texas Inc.
ARTHUR S. LORING (48), Secretary, is Senior Vice President (1993) and
General Counsel of FMR, Vice President-Legal of FMR Corp., and Vice
President and Clerk of FDC.
KENNETH A. RATHGEBER (48), Treasurer (1995), is Treasurer of the Fidelity
funds and is an employee of FMR (1995). Before joining FMR, Mr. Rathgeber
was a Vice President of Goldman Sachs & Co. (1978-1995), where he served in
various positions, including Vice President of Proprietary Accounting
(1988-1992), Global Co-Controller (1992-1994), and Chief Operations Officer
of Goldman Sachs (Asia) LLC (1994-1995).
JOHN H. COSTELLO (49), Assistant Treasurer, is an employee of FMR.
LEONARD M. RUSH (50), Assistant Treasurer (1994), is an employee of FMR
(1994). Prior to becoming Assistant Treasurer of the Fidelity funds, Mr.
Rush was Chief Compliance Officer of FMR Corp. (1993-1994); Chief Financial
Officer of Fidelity Brokerage Services, Inc. (1990-1993); and Vice
President, Assistant Controller, and Director of the Accounting Department
- - First Boston Corp. (1986-1990).
The following table sets forth information describing the compensation of
each current Trustee of the fund for his or her services as trustee for the
fiscal year ended December 31, 1995.
COMPENSATION TABLE
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Trustees Aggregate Pension or Estimated Annual Total
Compensation Retirement Benefits Upon Compensation
from Benefits Accrued Retirement from from the Fund
the Fund as Part of Fund the Fund Complex*
Expenses from the Complex*
Fund Complex*
J. Gary Burkhead ** $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Ralph F. Cox 439 5,200 52,000 12 8 ,000
Phyllis Burke Davis 429 5,200 52,000 12 5 ,000
Richard J. Flynn 549 0 52,000 1 60 ,500
Edward C. Johnson 3d ** 0 0 0 0
E. Bradley Jones 439 5,200 49,400 12 8 , 0 00
Donald J. Kirk 451 5,200 52,000 12 9 , 5 00
Peter S. Lynch ** 0 0 0 0
Gerald C. McDonough 440 5,200 52,000 12 8 ,000
Edward H. Malone 439 5,200 44,200 128,000
Marvin L. Mann 439 5,200 52,000 12 8 ,000
Thomas R. Williams 429 5,200 52,000 12 5 , 0 00
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* Information is as of December 31, 199 5 for 2 19 funds in the
complex.
** Interested trustees of the fund are compensated by FMR.
The non-interested Trustees may elect to defer receipt of all or a
percentage of their annual fees in accordance with the terms of a Deferred
Compensation Plan (the "Plan"). Under the Plan, compensation deferred by a
Trustee is periodically adjusted as though an equivalent amount had been
invested and reinvested in shares of one or more funds in the complex
designated by such Trustee (designated securities). The amount paid to the
Trustee under the Plan will be determined based upon the performance of
such investments. Deferral of Trustees' fees in accordance with the Plan
will have a negligible effect on the fund's assets, liabilities, and net
income per share, and will not obligate the fund to retain the services of
any Trustee or to pay any particular level of compensation to the Trustee.
The fund may invest in such designated securities without shareholder
approval.
Under a retirement program adopted in July 1988, the non-interested
Trustees, upon reaching age 72, become eligible to participate in a
retirement program under which they receive payments during their lifetime
from a fund based on their basic trustee fees and length of service. The
obligation of a fund to make such payments is not secured or funded.
Trustees become eligible if, at the time of retirement, they have served on
the Board for at least five years. Currently, Messrs. Ralph S. Saul,
William R. Spaulding, Bertram H. Witham, and David L. Yunich, all former
non-interested Trustees, receive retirement benefits under the program.
On December 31, 1995 the Trustees and officers of the fund owned, in the
aggregate, le ss than 1% of the fund's total outstanding shares.
MANAGEMENT CONTRACT
The fund employs FMR to furnish investment advisory and other services.
Under its management contract with the fund, FMR acts as investment adviser
and, subject to the supervision of the Board of Trustees, directs the
investments of the fund in accordance with its investment objective,
policies, and limitations. FMR also provides the fund with all necessary
office facilities and personnel for servicing the fund's investments,
compensates all officers of the fund and all Trustees who are "interested
persons" of the trust or of FMR, and all personnel of the fund or FMR
performing services relating to research, statistical, and investment
activities.
In addition, FMR or its affiliates, subject to the supervision of the Board
of Trustees, provide the management and administrative services necessary
for the operation of the fund. These services include providing facilities
for maintaining the fund's organization; supervising relations with
custodians, transfer and pricing agents, accountants, underwriters, and
other persons dealing with the fund; preparing all general shareholder
communications and conducting shareholder relations; maintaining the fund's
records and the registration of the fund's shares under federal and state
laws; developing management and shareholder services for the fund; and
furnishing reports, evaluations, and analyses on a variety of subjects to
the Trustees.
In addition to the management fee payable to FMR and the fees payable to
UMB, the fund pays all of its expenses, without limitation, that are not
assumed by those parties. The fund pays for the typesetting, printing, and
mailing of its proxy materials to shareholders, legal expenses, and the
fees of the custodian, auditor and non-interested Trustees. Although the
fund's current management contract provides that the fund will pay for
typesetting, printing, and mailing prospectuses, statements of additional
information, notices, and reports to shareholders, the trust, on behalf of
the fund has entered into a revised transfer agent agreement with UMB,
pursuant to which UMB bears the costs of providing these services to
existing shareholders. Other expenses paid by the fund include interest,
taxes, brokerage commissions, and the fund's proportionate share of
insurance premiums and Investment Company Institute dues. The fund is also
liable for such non-recurring expenses as may arise, including costs of any
litigation to which the fund may be a party, and any obligation it may have
to indemnify its officers and Trustees with respect to litigation.
FMR is the fund's manager pursuant to a management contract dated
January 1, 1994 which was approved by shareholders on December 15,
1993.
For the services of FMR under the contract, the fund pays FMR a monthly
management fee composed of the sum of two elements: a group fee rate and an
individual fund fee rate.
The group fee rate is based on the monthly average net assets of all of the
registered investment companies with which FMR has management contracts and
is calculated on a cumulative basis pursuant to the graduated fee rate
schedule shown below on the left. The schedule below on the right shows
the effective annual group fee rate at various asset levels, which is the
result of cumulatively applying the annualized rates on the left. For
example, the effective annual fee rate at $366.9 billion of group net
assets - the approximate level for December 31, 1995 - was .1482%, which is
the weighted average of the respective fee rates for each level of group
net assets up to $366.9 billion.
GROUP FEE RATE SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE ANNUAL FEE RATES
Average Group Annualized Group Net Effective Annual
Assets Rate Assets Fee Rate
0 - $3 billion .3700% $ 0.5 billion .3700%
3 - 6 .3400 25 .2664
6 - 9 .3100 50 .2188
9 - 12 .2800 75 .1986
12 - 15 .2500 100 .1869
15 - 18 .2200 125 .1793
18 - 21 .2000 150 .1736
21 - 24 .1900 175 .1695
24 - 30 .1800 200 .1658
30 - 36 .1750 225 .1629
36 - 42 .1700 250 .1604
42 - 48 .1650 275 .1583
48 - 66 .1600 300 .1565
66 - 84 .1550 325 .1548
84 - 120 .1500 350 .1533
120 - 174 .1450 400 .1507
174 - 228 .1400
228 - 282 .1375
282 - 336 .1350
Over 336 .1325
Under the fund's current management contract with FMR, the group fee rate
is based on a schedule with breakpoints ending at .1400% for average group
assets in excess of $174 billion. Prior to January 1, 1994, the group fee
rate breakpoints shown above for average group assets in excess of $120
billion and under $228 billion were voluntarily adopted by FMR, and went
into effect on January 1, 1992. The additional breakpoints shown above for
average group assets in excess of $228 billion were voluntarily adopted by
FMR on November 1, 1993.
On August 1, 1994, FMR voluntarily revised the prior extensions to the
group fee rate schedule, and added new breakpoints for average group
assets in excess of $156 billion and under $372 billion as shown in the
schedule above . The revised group fee rate schedule wa s
identical to the above schedule for average group assets under $156
billion.
On January 1, 1996 FMR voluntarily added new breakpoints to the revised
schedule for average group assets in excess of $372 billion, pending
shareholder approval of a new management contract reflecting the revised
schedule and additional breakpoints. The revised group fee rate schedule
and the extensions provide for lower management fee rates as FMR's assets
under management increase. For average group assets in excess of $156
billion, the revised group fee rate schedule with additional breakpoints
voluntarily adopted by FMR is as follows:
GROUP FEE RATE SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE ANNUAL FEE RATES
Average Group Annualized Group Net Effective Annual
Assets Rate Assets Fee Rate
120 - $156 billion .1450% $ 150 billion .1736%
156 - 192 .1400 175 .1690
192 - 228 .1350 200 .1652
228 - 264 .1300 225 .1618
264 - 300 .1275 250 .1587
300 - 336 .1250 275 .1560
336 - 372 .1225 300 .1536
372 - 408 .1200 325 .1514
408 - 444 .1175 350 .1494
444 - 480 .1150 375 .1476
480 - 516 .1125 400 .1459
Over 516 .1100 425 .1443
450 .1427
475 .1413
500 .1399
525 .1385
550 .1372
The individual fund fee rate is .25%. Based on the average group net assets
of the funds advised by FMR for December 1995, the annual management fee
rate would be calculated as follows:
Group Fee Rate Individual Fund Fee Rate Basic Fee Rate
.1482% + .25% = .3982%
On December 15, 1993 shareholders of the fund approved an increase in the
fund's individual fund fee rate from .20% to .25%.
One-twelfth of this annual management fee rate is applied to the fund's net
assets averaged for the most recent month, giving a dollar amount, which is
the fee for that month.
During the fiscal years ended December 31, 1995, 1994, and 1993, FMR
received $4,282,000, $4,605,000, and $4,677,000, respectively, for its
services as investment adviser to the fund. These fees were equivalent to
.40%, .41%, and .37%, respectively, of the average net assets of the fund
for each of those years.
FMR may, from time to time, voluntarily reimburse all or a portion of the
fund's operating expenses (exclusive of interest, taxes, brokerage
commissions, and extraordinary expenses). FMR retains the ability to be
repaid for these expense reimbursements in the amount that expenses fall
below the limit prior to the end of the fiscal year. Expense reimbursements
by FMR will increase the fund's total returns and yield and repayment of
the reimbursement by the fund will lower its total returns and yield.
To comply with the California Code of Regulations, FMR will reimburse the
fund if and to the extent that the fund's aggregate annual operating
expenses exceed specified percentages of its average net assets. The
applicable percentages are 2 1/2 % of the first $30 million, 2% of
the next $70 million, and 1 1/2 % of average net assets in excess of
$100 million. When calculating the fund's expenses for purposes of this
regulation, the fund may exclude interest, taxes, brokerage commissions,
and extraordinary expenses, as well as a portion of its distribution plan
expenses.
DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICE PLAN
The Trustees have approved a Distribution and Service Plan on behalf of
the fund (the Plan) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act
of 1940 (the Rule). The Rule provides in substance that a mutual fund may
not engage directly or indirectly in financing any activity that is
primarily intended to result in the sale of shares of a fund except
pursuant to a plan approved on behalf of the fund under the Rule. The Plan,
as approved by the Trustees, allows the fund and FMR to incur certain
expenses that might be considered to constitute indirect payment by the
fund of distribution expenses.
Under the Plan, if the payment of management fees by the fund to FMR is
deemed to be indirect financing by the fund of the distribution of its
shares, such payment is authorized by the Plan. The Plan also
specifically recognizes that FMR, either directly or through FDC, may use
its management fee revenue, past profits, or other resources, without
limitation, to pay promotional and administrative expenses in connection
with the offer and sale of shares of the fund. In addition, the Plan
provides that FMR may use its resources, including its management fee
revenues, to make payments to third parties that assist in selling shares
of the fund, or to third parties, including banks, that render shareholder
support services.
Payments made by FMR to third parties during the fiscal year ended
December 31, 1995 amounted to $5,000.
Prior to approving the Plan, the Trustees carefully considered all
pertinent factors relating to the implementation of the Plan, and have
determined that there is a reasonable likelihood that the Plan will benefit
the the fund and its shareholders. In particular, the Trustees noted
that the Plan does not authorize payments by the fund other than those made
to FMR under its management contract with the fund. To the extent that the
Plan gives FMR and FDC greater flexibility in connection with the
distribution of shares of the fund, additional sales of fund shares may
result. Furthermore, certain shareholder support services may be provided
more effectively under the Plan by local entities with whom shareholders
have other relationships.
The Plan was approved by shareholders of the fund on December 31, 1986.
The Glass-Steagall Act generally prohibits federally and state chartered or
supervised banks from engaging in the business of underwriting, selling, or
distributing securities. Although the scope of this prohibition under the
Glass-Steagall Act has not been clearly defined by the courts or
appropriate regulatory agencies, FDC believes that the Glass-Steagall Act
should not preclude a bank from performing shareholder support services, or
servicing and recordkeeping functions. FDC intends to engage banks only to
perform such functions. However, changes in federal or state statutes and
regulations pertaining to the permissible activities of banks and their
affiliates or subsidiaries, as well as further judicial or administrative
decisions or interpretations, could prevent a bank from continuing to
perform all or a part of the contemplated services. If a bank were
prohibited from so acting, the Trustees would consider what actions, if
any, would be necessary to continue to provide efficient and effective
shareholder services. In such event, changes in the operation of the
fund[s] might occur, including possible termination of any automatic
investment or redemption or other services then provided by the bank. It is
not expected that shareholders would suffer any adverse financial
consequences as a result of any of these occurrences. In addition, state
securities laws on this issue may differ from the interpretations of
federal law expressed herein, and banks and financial institutions may be
required to register as dealers pursuant to state law.
The fund may execute portfolio transactions with, and purchase securities
issued by, depository institutions that receive payments under the Plan. No
preference for the instruments of such depository institutions will be
shown in the selection of investments.
CONTRACTS WITH FMR AFFILIATES
UMB Bank n.a. (UMB) is the fund's custodian and transfer agent. UMB has
entered into a sub-contract with FSC, an affiliate of FMR, under the terms
of which FSC performs the processing activities associated with providing
transfer agent and shareholder servicing functions for the fund. Under the
sub-contract, FSC bears the expense of typesetting, printing, and mailing
prospectuses, statements of additional information, and all other reports,
notices, and statements to shareholders, with the exception of proxy
statements. FSC also pays all out-of-pocket expenses associated with
transfer agent services.
Under this arrangement, FSC receives annual account fees and asset-based
fees for each retail account and certain institutional accounts based on
account size. With respect to certain institutional retirement accounts,
FSC receives asset-based fees only. With respect to certain other
institutional retirement accounts, FSC receives annual account fees and
asset based fees based on fund type. In addition, these fees are subject to
increase based on postal rate changes. FSC also collects small account fees
from certain accounts with balances of less than $2,500.
UMB has an additional sub-contract with FSC, pursuant to which FSC performs
the calculations necessary to determine the fund's net asset value per
share and dividends and maintains the fund's accounting records. The annual
fee rates for these pricing and bookkeeping services are based on the
fund's average net assets, specifically, .04% for the first $500 million of
average net assets and .02% for average net assets in excess of $500
million. The fee is limited to a minimum of $ 60 ,000 and a maximum of
$ 80 0,000 per year.
Pricing and bookkeeping fees, including reimbursement for out-of-pocket
expenses, paid to FSC for fiscal 1995, 1994, and 1993 were $346,000,
$362,000, and $358,000 respectively. The transfer agent fee and charges and
pricing and bookkeeping fees described above are paid to FSC by UMB, which
is entitled to reimbursement from the fund for these expenses.
The fund has a distribution agreement with FDC, a Massachusetts corporation
organized on July 18, 1960. FDC is a broker-dealer registered under the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and is a member of the National Association
of Securities Dealers, Inc. The distribution agreement calls for FDC to use
all reasonable efforts, consistent with its other business, to secure
purchasers for shares of the fund, which are continuously offered at net
asset value. Promotional and administrative expenses in connection with the
offer and sale of shares are paid by FMR.
DESCRIPTION OF THE TRUST
TRUST ORGANIZATION. Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund is a fund of
Fidelity Municipal Trust (the trust) , an open-end management
investment company originally organized as a Maryland corporation on
November 22, 1976 (the trust) reorganized as a Massachusetts business trust
on June 22, 1984, at which time its name changed to Fidelity Municipal Bond
Portfolio. On February 20, 1996 the funds name was changed to
Fidelity Muncipal Bond Fund. On March 1 , 1986, the trust's name was
changed to Fidelity Municipal Trust. Currently, there are seven funds of
the trust: Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund ; Fidelity Aggressive
Municipal Fund ; Fidelity Insured Municipal Income Fund; Fidelity
Ohio Municipal Income Fund ; Fidelity Michigan Municipal Income
Fund ; Fidelity Minnesota Municipal Income Fund ; and Spartan
Pennsylvania Municipal Income Fund . The Declaration of Trust permits
the Trustees to create additional funds.
In the event that FMR ceases to be the investment adviser to the trust or a
fund, the right of the trust or fund to use the identifying names
"Fidelity" and "Spartan" may be withdrawn.
The assets of the trust received for the issue or sale of shares of each
fund and all income, earnings, profits, and proceeds thereof, subject only
to the rights of creditors, are especially allocated to such fund, and
constitute the underlying assets of such fund. The underlying assets of
each fund are segregated on the books of account, and are to be charged
with the liabilities with respect to such fund and with a share of the
general expenses of the trust. Expenses with respect to the trust are to be
allocated in proportion to the asset value of the respective funds, except
where allocations of direct expense can otherwise be fairly made. The
officers of the trust, subject to the general supervision of the Board of
Trustees, have the power to determine which expenses are allocable to a
given fund, or which are general or allocable to all of the funds. In the
event of the dissolution or liquidation of the trust, shareholders of each
fund are entitled to receive as a class the underlying assets of such fund
available for distribution.
SHAREHOLDER AND TRUSTEE LIABILITY. The trust is an entity of the type
commonly known as a "Massachusetts business trust." Under Massachusetts
law, shareholders of such a trust may, under certain circumstances, be held
personally liable for the obligations of the trust. The Declaration of
Trust provides that the trust shall not have any claim against shareholders
except for the payment of the purchase price of shares and requires that
each agreement, obligation, or instrument entered into or executed by the
trust or the Trustees include a provision limiting the obligations created
thereby to the trust and its assets. The Declaration of Trust provides for
indemnification out of each fund's property of any shareholder held
personally liable for the obligations of the fund. The Declaration of Trust
also provides that each fund shall, upon request, assume the defense of any
claim made against any shareholder for any act or obligation of the fund
and satisfy any judgment thereon. Thus, the risk of a shareholder incurring
financial loss on account of shareholder liability is limited to
circumstances in which a fund itself would be unable to meet its
obligations. FMR believes that, in view of the above, the risk of personal
liability to shareholders is remote.
The Declaration of Trust further provides that the Trustees, if they have
exercised reasonable care, will not be liable for any neglect or
wrongdoing, but nothing in the Declaration of Trust protects Trustees
against any liability to which they would otherwise be subject by reason of
willful misfeasance, bad faith, gross negligence, or reckless disregard of
the duties involved in the conduct of their office.
VOTING RIGHTS. Each fund's capital consists of shares of beneficial
interest. As a shareholder, you receive one vote for each dollar value of
net asset value you own. The shares have no preemptive or conversion
rights; the voting and dividend rights, the right of redemption, and the
privilege of exchange are described in the Prospectus. Shares are fully
paid and nonassessable, except as set forth under the heading "Shareholder
and Trustee Liability" above. Shareholders representing 10% or more of the
trust or a fund may, as set forth in the Declaration of Trust, call
meetings of the trust or a fund for any purpose related to the trust or
fund, as the case may be, including, in the case of a meeting of the entire
trust, the purpose of voting on removal of one or more Trustees. The trust
or any fund may be terminated upon the sale of its assets to another
open-end management investment company, or upon liquidation and
distribution of its assets, if approved by vote of the holders of a
majority of the trust or the fund, as determined by the current value of
each shareholder's investment in the fund or trust. If not so terminated,
the trust and its funds will continue indefinitely .
CUSTODIAN. UMB Bank, n.a., 1010 Grand Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri, is
custodian of the assets of the fund. The custodian is responsible for the
safekeeping of a fund's assets and the appointment of the subcustodian
banks and clearing agencies. The custodian takes no part in determining the
investment policies of a fund or in deciding which securities are purchased
or sold by a fund. However, a fund may invest in obligations of the
custodian and may purchase securities from or sell securities to the
custodian. The Bank of New York and Chemical Bank each headquartered in
New York, also may serve as a special purpose custodian of certain assets
in connection with pooled repurchase agreement transactions.
FMR, its officers and directors, its affiliated companies, and the Board of
Trustees may, from time to time, conduct transactions with various banks,
including banks serving as custodians for certain funds advised by FMR.
Transactions that have occurred to date include mortgages and personal and
general business loans. In the judgment of FMR, the terms and conditions of
those transactions were not influenced by existing or potential custodial
or other fund relationships.
AUDITOR. Coopers & Lybrand L.L.P., One Post Office Square, Boston,
Massachusetts serves as the trust's independent accountant. The auditor
examines financial statements for the fund and provides other audit, tax,
and related services.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The fund's financial statements and financial highlights for the fiscal
year ended December 31, 1995, are included in the fund's Annual Report,
which is a separate report supplied with this Statement of Additional
Information. The fund's financial statements and financial highlights are
incorporated herein by reference.
APPENDIX
DOLLAR-WEIGHTED AVERAGE MATURITY is derived by multiplying the value of
each investment by the number of days remaining to its maturity, adding
these calculations, and then dividing the total by the value of the fund's
portfolio. An obligation's maturity is typically determined on a stated
final maturity basis, although there are some exceptions to this rule.
For example, if its is probable that the issuer of an instrument will take
advantage of a maturity-shortening device, such as a call, refunding, or
redemption provision, the date on which the instrument will probably be
called, refunded, or redeemed may be considered to be its maturity date.
When a municipal bond issuer has committed to call an issue of bonds and
has established an independent escrow account that is sufficient to, and is
pledged to, refund that issue, the number of days to maturity for the
prerefunded bond is considered to be the number of days to the announced
call date of the bonds.
FIDELITY INSURED MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
CROSS REFERENCE SHEET
FORM N-1A
ITEM NUMBER PROSPECTUS SECTION
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1 .............................. Cover Page
2 a .............................. Expenses
b, c .............................. Contents; The Fund at a Glance; Who May Want
to Invest
3 a .............................. Financial Highlights
b .............................. *
c, d .............................. Performance
4 a i............................. Charter
ii........................... The Fund at a Glance; Investment Principles and
Risks
b .............................. Investment Principles and Risks
c .............................. Who May Want to Invest; Investment Principles
and Risks
5 a .............................. Charter
b i............................. Cover Page; The Fund at a Glance; Doing
Business with Fidelity
ii........................... Charter
iii.......................... Expenses; Breakdown of Expenses
c ............................. Charter
d .............................. Charter; Breakdown of Expenses
e .............................. Cover Page; Charter
f .............................. Expenses
g i............................. Charter
.
ii........................... *
5A .............................. Performance
6 a i............................. Charter
ii........................... How to Buy Shares; How to Sell Shares;
Transaction Details; Exchange Restrictions
iii.......................... Charter
b ............................. *
c .............................. Transaction Details; Exchange Restrictions
d .............................. *
e .............................. Doing Business with Fidelity; How to Buy Shares;
How to Sell Shares; Investor Services
f, g .............................. Dividends, Capital Gains, and Taxes
7 a .............................. Cover Page; Charter
b .............................. Expenses; How to Buy Shares; Transaction Details
c .............................. *
d .............................. How to Buy Shares
e .............................. *
f .............................. Breakdown of Expenses
8 .............................. How to Sell Shares; Investor Services; Transaction
Details; Exchange Restrictions
9 .............................. *
</TABLE>
* Not Applicable
CROSS REFERENCE SHEET
(CONTINUED)
FIDELITY INSURED MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
FORM N-1A
ITEM NUMBER STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SECTION
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10, 11 ............................ Cover Page
12 ............................ Description of Trust
13 a - c ............................ Investment Policies and Limitations
d ............................ Portfolio Transactions
14 a - c ............................ Trustees and Officers
15 a, b ............................ *
c ............................ Trustees and Officers
16 a i........................... FMR, Portfolio Transactions
ii.......................... Trustees and Officers
iii......................... Management Contracts
b ............................ Management Contracts
c, d ............................ Interest of FMR Affiliates
e ............................ *
f ............................ Distribution and Service Plan
g ............................ *
h ............................ Description of the Trust
i ............................ Interest of FMR Affiliates
17 a ............................ Portfolio Transactions
b ............................ Portfolio Transactions
c ............................ Portfolio Transactions
d, e ............................ *
18 a ............................ Description of the Trust
b ............................ *
19 a ............................ Additional Purchase and Redemption Information
b ............................ Additional Purchase and Redemption Information;
Valuation of Portfolio Securities
c ............................ *
20 ............................ Distributions and Taxes
21 a, b ............................ Interest of FMR Affiliates
c ............................ *
22 a, b ............................ Performance
23 ............................ Financial Statements
</TABLE>
* Not Applicable
Please read this prospectus before investing, and keep it on file for
future reference. It contains important information, including how the fund
invests and the services available to shareholders.
To learn more about the fund and its investments, you can obtain a copy of
the fund's most recent financial report and portfolio listing, or a copy of
the Statement of Additional Information (SAI) dated February 20, 1996. The
SAI has been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and is
incorporated herein by reference (legally forms a part of the prospectus).
For a free copy of either document, call Fidelity at 1-800-544-8888.
Mutual fund shares are not deposits or obligations of, or guaranteed by,
any depository institution. Shares are not insured by the FDIC, Federal
Reserve Board, or any other agency, and are subject to investment risks,
including possible loss of principal amount invested.
LIKE ALL MUTUAL
FUNDS, THESE
SECURITIES HAVE NOT
BEEN APPROVED OR
DISAPPROVED BY THE
SECURITIES AND
EXCHANGE
COMMISSION OR ANY
STATE SECURITIES
COMMISSION, NOR HAS
THE SECURITIES AND
EXCHANGE
COMMISSION OR ANY
STATE SECURITIES
COMMISSION PASSED
UPON THE ACCURACY
OR ADEQUACY OF THIS
PROSPECTUS. ANY
REPRESENTATION TO
THE CONTRARY IS A
CRIMINAL OFFENSE.
ITP-pro-296
Insured Municipal Income seeks a high level of current income free
from federal income tax with preservation of capital by investing primarily
in municipal securities whose interest and principal payments are insured.
FIDELITY
INSURED
MUNICIPAL INCOME
FUND
PROSPECTUS
FEBRUARY 20, 1996(FIDELITY_LOGO_GRAPHIC) 82 DEVONSHIRE STREET, BOSTON, MA
02109
CONTENTS
KEY FACTS THE FUND AT A GLANCE
WHO MAY WANT TO INVEST
EXPENSES The fund's yearly
operating expenses.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS A summary
of the fund's financial data.
PERFORMANCE How the fund has
done over time.
THE FUND IN DETAIL CHARTER How the fund is
organized.
INVESTMENT PRINCIPLES AND RISKS
The fund's overall approach to
investing.
BREAKDOWN OF EXPENSES How
operating costs are calculated and
what they include.
YOUR ACCOUNT DOING BUSINESS WITH FIDELITY
TYPES OF ACCOUNTS Different
ways to set up your account.
HOW TO BUY SHARES Opening an
account and making additional
investments.
HOW TO SELL SHARES Taking money
out and closing your account.
INVESTOR SERVICES Services to
help you manage your account.
SHAREHOLDER AND DIVIDENDS, CAPITAL GAINS,
ACCOUNT POLICIES AND TAXES
TRANSACTION DETAILS Share price
calculations and the timing of
purchases and redemptions.
EXCHANGE RESTRICTIONS
KEY FACTS
THE FUND AT A GLANCE
GOAL: High current income free from federal income tax with preservation of
capital. As with any mutual fund, there is no assurance that the fund will
achieve its goal.
STRATEGY: Invests mainly in long-term, investment grade, municipal
securities that are covered by insurance guaranteeing the timely payment of
principal and interest.
MANAGEMENT: Fidelity Management & Research Company (FMR) is the management
arm of Fidelity Investments, which was established in 1946 and is now
America's largest mutual fund manager.
SIZE: As of December 31, 1995, the fund had over $ 357 m illion in
assets.
WHO MAY WANT TO INVEST
The fund may be appropriate for investors in higher tax brackets who seek
high current income that is free from federal income tax. The fund is
designed for those who want to pursue this goal through investments that,
because of the insurance coverage, have an extra degree of credit safety.
Insurance covers the timely payment of principal and interest, but its cost
lowers the fund's yield.
The value of the fund's investments and the income they generate will vary
from day to day, and generally reflect interest rates, market conditions,
and other economic and political news. When you sell your shares, they may
be worth more or less than what you paid for them. By itself, the fund does
not constitute a balanced investment plan.
THE SPECTRUM OF
FIDELITY FUNDS
Broad categories of Fidelity
funds are presented here in
order of ascending risk.
Generally, investors seeking
to maximize return must
assume greater risk. Insured
Municipal is in the INCOME
category.
(solid bullet) MONEY MARKET Seeks
income and stability by
investing in high-quality,
short-term investments.
(right arrow) INCOME Seeks income by
investing in bonds.
(solid bullet) GROWTH AND INCOME
Seeks long-term growth and
income by investing in stocks
and bonds.
(solid bullet) GROWTH Seeks long-term
growth by investing mainly in
stocks.
(checkmark)
EXPENSES
SHAREHOLDER TRANSACTION EXPENSES are charges you pay when you buy, sell or
hold shares of a fund. See page , and 23-26 for more information about
these fees.
Maximum sales charge on purchases and
reinvested distributions None
Deferred sales charge on redemptions None
Exchange fee None
Annual account maintenance fee
(for accounts under $2,500) $12.00
ANNUAL FUND OPERATING EXPENSES are paid out of the fund's assets. The fund
pays a management fee to FMR. It also incurs other expenses for services
such as maintaining shareholder records and furnishing shareholder
statements and financial reports. The fund's expenses are factored into its
share price or dividends and are not charged directly to shareholder
accounts (see page ).
The following are projections based on historical expenses, and are
calculated as a percentage of average net assets.
Management fee .40 %
12b-1 fee None
Other expenses .21 %
Total fund operating expenses .61 %
EXAMPLES: Let's say, hypothetically, that the fund's annual return is 5%
and that its operating expenses are exactly as just described. For every
$1,000 you invested, here's how much you would pay in total expenses if you
close your account after the number of years indicated:
After 1 year $ 6
After 3 years $ 20
After 5 years $ 34
After 10 years $ 76
These examples illustrate the effect of expenses, but are not meant to
suggest actual or expected costs or returns, all of which may vary.
UNDERSTANDING
EXPENSES
Operating a mutual fund
involves a variety of
expenses for portfolio
management, shareholder
statements, tax reporting, and
other services. These costs
are paid from the fund's
assets; their effect is already
factored into any quoted
share price or return.
(checkmark)
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The table that follows is included in the fund's Annual Report and has been
audited by Coopers & Lybrand L.L.P., independent accountants. Their report
on the financial statements and financial highlights is included in the
Annual Report. The financial statements and financial highlights are
incorporated by reference into (are legally a part of) the fund's Statement
of Additional Information.
SELECTED PER-SHARE DATA
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89.Years
ended 1995 1994 1993A 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986
December 31
90.Net asset $ 10.6 $ 12.3 $ 11.72 $ 11.63 $ 11.09 $ 11.05 $ 10.7 $ 10.3 $ 11.33 $ 10.2
value, 90 70 0 0 0 0 80 60 0 30
beginning of
period
91.Income .599 .627 .655 .689 .702 .713 .717 .706 .717 .732
from
Investment
Operations
Net interest
income
92. Net 1.358 (1.560 .930 .200 .540 .040 .270 .420 (.960) 1.100
realized and )
unrealized
gain (loss)
93. Total 1.957 (.933) 1.585 .889 1.242 .753 .987 1.126 (.243) 1.832
from
investment
operations
94.Less (.599) (.627) (.655) (.689) (.702) (.713) (.717) (.706) (.717) (.732)
Distributions
From net
interest
income
95. From net (.008) (.120) (.280) (.110) -- -- -- -- (.010) --
realized
gain
96. Total (.607) (.747) (.935) (.799) (.702) (.713) (.717) (.706) (.727) (.732)
distributions
97.Net asset $ 12.0 $ 10.6 $ 12.3 $ 11.72 $ 11.63 $ 11.09 $ 11.05 $ 10.7 $ 10.3 $ 11.33
value, 40 90 70 0 0 0 0 80 60 0
end of period
98.Total 18.67 (7.73) 13.85 7.91% 11.57 7.08% 9.45% 11.19 (2.10) 18.33
return C % % % % % % %
99.RATIOS AND SUPPLEMENTAL DATA
100.Net $ 357 $ 320 $ 448 $ 371 $ 303 $ 199 $ 175 $ 154 $ 145 $ 146
assets, end of
period (In
millions)
101.Ratio
of .61% .58% .61% .63% .65% .67% .70% .70%B .62%B .60%B
expenses to
average net
assets
102.Ratio of 5.24% 5.52% 5.31% 5.91% 6.23% 6.52% 6.57% 6.64% 6.73% 6.52%
net interest
income to
average net
assets
103.Portfolio 61% 56% 78% 69% 62% 66% 51% 35% 57% 23%
turnover rate
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A EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 1993, THE FUND ADOPTED STATEMENT OF POSITION
93-2, "DETERMINATION, DISCLOSURE, AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION OF
INCOME, CAPITAL GAIN, AND RETURN OF CAPITAL DISTRIBUTIONS BY INVESTMENT
COMPANIES." AS A RESULT, NET INVESTMENT INCOME PER SHARE MAY REFLECT
CERTAIN RECLASSIFICATIONS RELATED TO BOOK TO TAX DIFFERENCES.
B FMR VOLUNTARILY AGREED TO REIMBURSE A PORTION OF THE FUND'S EXPENSES
DURING THE PERIOD. WITHOUT THIS REIMBURSEMENT, THE FUND'S EXPENSE RATIO
WOULD HAVE BEEN HIGHER.
C TOTAL RETURNS WOULD HAVE BEEN LOWER HAD CERTAIN EXPENSES NOT BEEN REDUCED
DURING THE PERIODS SHOWN.
PERFORMANCE
Bond fund performance can be measured as TOTAL RETURN or YIELD. The total
returns that follow are based on historical fund results.
The fund's fiscal year runs from January 1 through December 31. The tables
below show the fund's performance over past fiscal years compared to a
measure of inflation.
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS
Fiscal periods Pas Past Past
ended t 1 5 10
December 31, yea year year
1995 r s s
Insured 18.67 8.46 8.52
Municipal % % %
Consumer 2.54 2.79 3.45
Price % % %
Index
CUMULATIVE TOTAL RETURNS
Fiscal periods Pas Past Past
ended t 1 5 10
December 31, yea year year
1995 r s s
Insured 18.67 50.10 126.60
Municipal % % %
Consumer 2.54 14.72 40.44
Price % % %
Index
EXPLANATION OF TERMS
TOTAL RETURN is the change in value of an investment in the fund over a
given period, assuming reinvestment of any dividends and capital gains. A
CUMULATIVE TOTAL RETURN reflects actual performance over a stated period of
time. An AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN is a hypothetical rate of return that,
if achieved annually, would have produced the same cumulative total return
if performance had been constant over the entire period. Average annual
total returns smooth out variations in performance; they are not the same
as actual year-by-year results.
YIELD refers to the income generated by an investment in the fund over a
given period of time, expressed as an annual percentage rate. A
TAX-EQUIVALENT YIELD shows what an investor would have to earn before taxes
to equal a tax-free yield. Yields are calculated according to a standard
that is required for all stock and bond funds. Because this differs from
other accounting methods, the quoted yield may not equal the income
actually paid to shareholders.
UNDERSTANDING
PERFORMANCE
YIELD illustrates the income
earned by a fund over a
recent period. 30-day yields
are usually used for bond
funds. Yields change daily,
reflecting changes in interest
rates.
TOTAL RETURN reflects both the
reinvestment of income and
capital gain distributions and
any change in a fund's share
price.
(checkmark)
THE CONSUMER PRICE INDEX is a widely recognized measure of inflation
calculated by the U.S. government.
The fund's recent strategies, performance, and holdings are detailed twice
a year in financial reports, which are sent to all shareholders. For
current performance or a free annual report, call 1-800-544-8888.
TOTAL RETURNS AND YIELDS ARE BASED ON PAST RESULTS AND ARE NOT AN
INDICATION OF FUTURE PERFORMANCE.
THE FUND IN DETAIL
CHARTER
INSURED MUNICIPAL INCOME IS A MUTUAL FUND: an investment that pools
shareholders' money and invests it toward a specified goal. In technical
terms, the fund is currently a diversified fund of Fidelity Municipal
Trust, an open-end management investment company organized as a
Massachusetts business trust on June 22, 1984.
THE FUND IS GOVERNED BY A BOARD OF TRUSTEES, which is responsible for
protecting the interests of shareholders. The trustees are experienced
executives who meet throughout the year to oversee the fund's activities,
review contractual arrangements with companies that provide services to the
fund, and review performance. The majority of trustees are not otherwise
affiliated with Fidelity.
THE FUND MAY HOLD SPECIAL MEETINGS AND MAIL PROXY MATERIALS. These meetings
may be called to elect or remove trustees, change fundamental policies,
approve a management contract, or for other purposes. Shareholders not
attending these meetings are encouraged to vote by proxy. Fidelity will
mail proxy materials in advance, including a voting card and information
about the proposals to be voted on. The number of votes you are entitled to
is based upon the dollar value of your investment.
FMR AND ITS AFFILIATES
FIDELITY FACTS
Fidelity offers the broadest
selection of mutual funds
in the world.
(solid bullet) Number of Fidelity mutual
funds: over 210
(solid bullet) Assets in Fidelity mutual
funds: over $ 354 billion
(solid bullet) Number of shareholder
accounts: over 23 million
(solid bullet) Number of investment
analysts and portfolio
managers: over 200
(checkmark)
The fund is managed by FMR, which chooses the fund's investments and
handles its business affairs.
George Fischer is manager of Insured Municipal Income , which he has
managed since August 1995. He also manages Spartan Bond Strategist and
various trust accounts. Mr. Fischer joined Fidelity in 1989, after
receiving an M.B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania.
Fidelity investment personnel may invest in securities for their own
account pursuant to a code of ethics that establishes procedures for
personal investing and restricts certain transactions.
Fidelity Distributors Corporation (FDC) distributes and markets Fidelity's
funds and services. Fidelity Service Co. (FSC) performs transfer agent
servicing functions for the fund.
FMR Corp. is the ultimate parent company of FMR. Members of the Edward C.
Johnson 3d family are the predominant owners of a class of shares of common
stock representing approximately 49% of the voting power of FMR Corp. Under
the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the 1940 Act), control of a company is
presumed where one individual or group of individuals owns more than 25% of
the voting stock of that company; therefore, the Johnson family may be
deemed under the 1940 Act to form a controlling group with respect to FMR
Corp.
UMB Bank, n.a., is the fund's transfer agent, although it employs FSC to
perform these functions for the fund. It is located at 1010 Grand Avenue,
Kansas City, Missouri.
To carry out the fund's transactions, FMR may use its broker-dealer
affiliates and other firms that sell fund shares, provided that the fund
receives services and commission rates comparable to those of other
broker-dealers.
INVESTMENT PRINCIPLES AND RISKS
THE FUND SEEKS A S HIGH A LEVEL OF FEDERALLY TAX-FREE INCOME
as is consistent with preservation of capital by investing primarily in
municipal bonds that are covered by insurance guaranteeing the timely
payment of interest and principal.
Although the fund can invest in securities of any maturity, FMR seeks to
manage the fund so that it generally reacts to changes in interest rates
similarly to municipal bonds with maturities between 8 and 18 years.
As of December 31, 1995, the fund's dollar-weighted average maturity
was 14.1 years. FMR normally invests so that at least 80% of the
fund's assets are invested in municipal securities whose interest is free
from federal income tax.
The insurance coverage for the fund's investments is obtained either by the
bond's issuer or underwriter, or purchased by the fund. The fund pays
premiums for the insurance either directly or indirectly, which increases
the credit safety of the fund's investments, but decreases its yield. It is
important to note that the insurance does not guarantee the market value of
a security or the fund's shares.
The insurance feature provides high credit quality to the fund's portfolio,
but the fund may also invest in some uninsured securities that are judged
by FMR to be of investment-grade quality.
The total return from a bond is a combination of income and price gains or
losses. While income is the most important component of bond returns over
time, the fund's emphasis on income does not mean that the fund invests
only in the highest-yielding bonds available, or that it can avoid risks to
principal. In selecting investments for the fund, FMR considers a bond's
income potential together with its potential for price gains or losses. FMR
focuses on assembling a portfolio of income-producing securities that it
believes will provide the best tradeoff between risk and return within the
range of securities that are eligible investments for the fund.
The fund's yield and share price change daily and are based on changes in
interest rates, market conditions, other economic and political news, and
on the quality and maturity of its investments. In general, bond prices
rise when interest rates fall, and vice versa. This effect is usually more
pronounced for longer-term securities. FMR may use various investment
techniques to hedge a portion of the fund's risks, but there is no
guarantee that these strategies will work as intended. When you sell your
shares of the fund, they may be worth more or less than what you paid for
them.
If you are subject to the federal alternative minimum tax, you should note
that the fund may invest all of its assets in municipal securities issued
to finance private activities. The interest from these investments is a
tax-preference item for purposes of the tax.
FMR normally invests the fund's assets according to its investment strategy
and does not expect to invest in federally taxable obligations. The fund
also reserves the right to invest without limitation in short-term
instruments, to hold a substantial amount of uninvested cash, or to invest
more than normally permitted in federally taxable obligations for
temporary, defensive purposes.
SECURITIES AND INVESTMENT PRACTICES
The following pages contain more detailed information about types of
instruments in which the fund may invest, strategies FMR may employ in
pursuit of the fund's investment objective, and a summary of related risks.
Any restrictions listed supplement those discussed earlier in this section.
A complete listing of the fund's limitations and more detailed information
about the fund's investments are contained in the fund's SAI. Policies and
limitations are considered at the time of purchase; the sale of instruments
is not required in the event of a subsequent change in circumstances.
FMR may not buy all of these instruments or use all of these techniques
unless it believes that they are consistent with the fund's investment
objective and policies and that doing so will help the fund achieve its
goal. Current holdings and recent investment strategies are described in
the fund's financial reports which are sent to shareholders twice a year.
For a free SAI or financial report, call 1-800-544-8888.
DEBT SECURITIES. Bonds and other debt instruments are used by issuers to
borrow money from investors. The issuer pays the investor a fixed or
variable rate of interest, and must repay the amount borrowed at maturity.
Some debt securities, such as zero coupon bonds, do not pay current
interest, but are purchased at a discount from their face values. In
general, bond prices rise when interest rates fall, and vice versa. Debt
securities have varying degrees of quality and varying levels of
sensitivity to changes in interest rates. Lower-quality debt securities are
sometimes called "junk bonds." Longer-term bonds are generally more
sensitive to interest rate changes than short-term bonds.
Investment-grade debt securities are medium- and high-quality securities.
Some, however, may possess speculative characteristics and may be more
sensitive to economic changes and to changes in the financial condition of
issuers.
RESTRICTIONS: The fund may not invest more than 35% of its total assets in
uninsured obligations, and may not invest in uninsured securities judged by
FMR to be below investment-grade quality. The fund does not currently
intend to invest more than 5% of its assets in securities rated below Baa
by Moody's Investors Service, Inc. or below BBB by Standard & Poor's
Corporation, and does not currently intend to invest in uninsured
securities rated lower than B.
MUNICIPAL SECURITIES are issued to raise money for a variety of public or
private purposes, including general financing for state and local
governments, or financing for specific projects or public facilities. They
may be issued in anticipation of future revenues and may be backed by the
full taxing power of a municipality, the revenues from a specific project,
or the credit of a private organization. The value of some or all
municipal securities may be affected by uncertainties in the municipal
market related to legislation or litigation involving the taxation of
municipal securities or the rights of municipal securities holders. The
fund may own a municipal security directly or through a participation
interest.
CREDIT SUPPORT. Issuers may employ various forms of credit
enhancement, including letters of credit, guarantees, or insurance from a
bank, insurance company, or other entity. These arrangements expose the
fund to the credit risk of the entity. In the case of foreign entities,
extensive public information about the entity may not be available and the
entity may be subject to unfavorable political, economic, or governmental
developments which might affect its ability to honor its commitment.
ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES include interests in pools of purchase contracts,
financing leases, or sales agreements entered into by municipalities. These
securities usually rely on continued payments by a municipality, and may
also be subject to prepayment risk.
VARIABLE AND FLOATING RATE SECURITIES have interest rates that are
periodically adjusted either at specific intervals or whenever a benchmark
rate changes. Inverse floaters have interest rates that move in the
opposite direction from a benchmark, making the security's market value
more volatile.
MUNICIPAL LEASE OBLIGATIONS are used by municipalities to acquire land,
equipment, or facilities. If the municipality stops making payments or
transfers its obligations to a private entity, the obligation could lose
value or become taxable.
OTHER MUNICIPAL SECURITIES may include obligations of U.S. territories and
possessions such as Guam, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico, and their
political subdivisions and public corporations.
PUT FEATURES entitle the holder to put (sell back) a security to the issuer
or a financial intermediary. In exchange for this benefit, the fund may pay
periodic fees or accept a lower interest rate. Demand features and standby
commitments are types of put features.
PRIVATE ENTITIES may be involved in some municipal securities. For example,
industrial revenue bonds are backed by private entities, and resource
recovery bonds often involve private corporations. The viability of a
project or tax incentives could affect the value and credit quality of
these securities.
ADJUSTING INVESTMENT EXPOSURE. The fund can use various techniques to
increase or decrease its exposure to changing security prices, interest
rates, or other factors that affect security values. These techniques may
involve derivative transactions such as buying and selling options and
futures contracts, swap agreements, and purchasing indexed securities.
FMR can use these practices to adjust the risk and return characteristics
of the fund's portfolio of investments. If FMR judges market conditions
incorrectly or employs a strategy that does not correlate well with the
fund's investments, these techniques could result in a loss, regardless of
whether the intent was to reduce risk or increase return. These techniques
may increase the volatility of the fund and may involve a small investment
of cash relative to the magnitude of the risk assumed. In addition, these
techniques could result in a loss if the counterparty to the transaction
does not perform as promised.
ILLIQUID AND RESTRICTED SECURITIES. Some investments may be determined by
FMR, under the supervision of the Board of Trustees, to be illiquid, which
means that they may be difficult to sell promptly at an acceptable price.
The sale of some illiquid securities and some other securities may be
subject to legal restrictions. Difficulty in selling securities may result
in a loss or may be costly to the fund.
RESTRICTIONS: The fund may not purchase a security if, as a result, more
than 10% of its assets would be invested in illiquid securities.
WHEN-ISSUED AND DELAYED-DELIVERY TRANSACTIONS are trading practices in
which payment and delivery for the securities take place at a future date.
The market value of a security could change during this period, which could
affect the fund's yield.
DIVERSIFICATION. Diversifying a fund's investment portfolio can reduce the
risks of investing. This may include limiting the amount of money invested
in any one issuer or, on a broader scale, in any one industry or type of
project. Economic, business, or political changes can affect all securities
of a similar type.
RESTRICTIONS: With respect to 75% of assets, the fund may not invest more
than 5% of its total assets in any one issuer. This limitation does not
apply to U.S. government securities. The fund may invest more than 25% of
its total assets in tax-free securities that finance similar types of
projects. The fund may also invest more than 25% of its assets in bonds
insured by the same insurance company.
BORROWING. The fund may borrow from banks or from other funds advised by
FMR, or through reverse repurchase agreements. If the fund borrows money,
its share price may be subject to greater fluctuation until the borrowing
is paid off. If the fund makes additional investments while borrowings are
outstanding, this may be considered a form of leverage.
RESTRICTIONS: The fund may borrow only for temporary or emergency purposes,
but not in an amount exceeding 33% of its total assets.
FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT POLICIES AND RESTRICTIONS
Some of the policies and restrictions discussed on the preceding pages are
fundamental, that is, subject to change only by shareholder approval. The
following paragraphs restates all those that are fundamental. All policies
stated throughout this prospectus, other than those identified in the
following paragraphs, can be changed without shareholder approval.
The fund seeks to provide as high a level of federally tax-free income as
is consistent with preservation of capital by investing primarily in a
portfolio of municipal bonds that are covered by insurance guaranteeing the
timely payment of principal and interest. FMR will invest the fund's assets
primarily in municipal bonds that are: (1) insured under an insurance
policy obtained by the issuer or underwriter; or (2) insured under an
insurance policy purchased by the fund. Insurance will cover the timely
payment of interest and principal on municipal obligations and will be
obtained from recognized insurers. The fund may invest in uninsured
municipal obligations judged to be of quality equivalent to the four
highest rating assigned by Moody's and S&P (Baa, BBB, or better). Under
normal market conditions, such uninsured obligations may not exceed 35% of
the fund's total assets. The fund may enter into futures contracts solely
as a hedge against the effect that anticipated interest rate variations may
have on the value of its holdings. The fund will normally invest at least
80% of its assets in municipal securities whose interest is exempt from
federal taxes. During periods when FMR determines that a temporary
defensive posture in the market is appropriate, it will consider
investments in cash or cash equivalent short-term obligations, including
short-term municipal obligations as well as those which may be federally
taxable.
With respect to 75% of total assets, the fund may not invest more than 5%
of its total assets in any one issuer. The fund may borrow only for
temporary or emergency purposes, but not in an amount exceeding 33% of its
total assets.
BREAKDOWN OF EXPENSES
Like all mutual funds, the fund pays fees related to its daily operations.
Expenses paid out of the fund's assets are reflected in its share price or
dividends; they are neither billed directly to shareholders nor deducted
from shareholder accounts.
The fund pays a MANAGEMENT FEE to FMR for managing its investments and
business affairs. The fund also pays OTHER EXPENSES, which are explained on
page .
FMR may, from time to time, agree to reimburse the fund for management fees
and other expenses above a specified limit. FMR retains the ability to be
repaid by the fund if expenses fall below the specified limit prior to the
end of the fiscal year. Reimbursement arrangements, which may be terminated
at any time without notice, can decrease the fund's expenses and boost its
performance.
MANAGEMENT FEE
The management fee is calculated and paid to FMR every month. The fee is
calculated by adding a group fee rate to an individual fund fee rate, and
multiplying the result by the fund's average net assets.
The group fee rate is based on the average net assets of all the mutual
funds advised by FMR. This rate cannot rise above .37%, and it drops as
total assets under management increase.
For December 1995, the group fee rate was .1482 %. The individual
fund fee rate is .25%. The total management fee rate for fiscal 1995 was
.40% .
UNDERSTANDING THE
MANAGEMENT FEE
The management fee FMR
receives is designed to be
responsive to changes in
FMR's total assets under
management. Building this
variable into the fee
calculation assures
shareholders that they will
pay a lower rate as FMR's
assets under management
increase.
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OTHER EXPENSES
While the management fee is a significant component of the fund's annual
operating costs, the fund has other expenses as well.
FSC performs many transaction and accounting functions. These services
include processing shareholder transactions, valuing the fund's
investments, and handling securities loans. In fiscal 1995, FSC received
fees equal to .18 % of the fund's average net assets.
The fund also pays other expenses, such as legal, audit, and custodian
fees; proxy solicitation costs; and the compensation of trustees who are
not affiliated with Fidelity.
The fund has adopted a Distribution and Service Plan. This plan recognizes
that FMR may use its resources, including management fees, to pay expenses
associated with the sale of fund shares. This may include payments to third
parties, such as banks or broker-dealers, that provide shareholder support
services or engage in the sale of the fund's shares. It is important to
note, however, that the fund does not pay FMR any separate fees for this
service.
The fund's portfolio turnover rate for fiscal 1995 was 61 %. This
rate varies from year to year.
YOUR ACCOUNT
DOING BUSINESS WITH FIDELITY
Fidelity Investments was established in 1946 to manage one of America's
first mutual funds. Today, Fidelity is the largest mutual fund company in
the country, and is known as an innovative provider of high-quality
financial services to individuals and institutions.
In addition to its mutual fund business, the company operates one of
America's leading discount brokerage firms, Fidelity Brokerage Services,
Inc. (FBSI). Fidelity is also a leader in providing tax-sheltered
retirement plans for individuals investing on their own or through their
employer.
Fidelity is committed to providing investors with practical information to
make investment decisions. Based in Boston, Fidelity provides customers
with complete service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, through a network of
telephone service centers around the country.
To reach Fidelity for general information, call these numbers:
(small solid bullet) For mutual funds, 1-800-544-8888
(small solid bullet) For brokerage, 1-800-544-7272
If you would prefer to speak with a representative in person, Fidelity has
over 8 0 walk -in Investor Centers across the country.
TYPES OF ACCOUNTS
You may set up an account directly in the fund or, if you own or intend to
purchase individual securities as part of your total investment portfolio,
you may consider investing in the fund through a brokerage account.
If you are investing through FBSI or another financial institution or
investment professional, refer to its program materials for any special
provisions regarding your investment in the fund.
The different ways to set up (register) your account with Fidelity are
listed in t he table that follows .
WAYS TO SET UP YOUR ACCOUNT
INDIVIDUAL OR JOINT TENANT
FOR YOUR GENERAL INVESTMENT NEEDS
Individual accounts are owned by one person. Joint accounts can have two or
more owners (tenants).
GIFTS OR TRANSFERS TO A MINOR (UGMA, UTMA)
TO INVEST FOR A CHILD'S EDUCATION OR OTHER FUTURE NEEDS
These custodial accounts provide a way to give money to a child and obtain
tax benefits. An individual can give up to $10,000 a year per child without
paying federal gift tax. Depending on state laws, you can set up a
custodial account under the Uniform Gifts to Minors Act (UGMA) or the
Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (UTMA).
TRUST
FOR MONEY BEING INVESTED BY A TRUST
The trust must be established before an account can be opened.
BUSINESS OR ORGANIZATION
FOR INVESTMENT NEEDS OF CORPORATIONS, ASSOCIATIONS, PARTNERSHIPS, OR OTHER
GROUPS
Requires a special application.
HOW TO BUY SHARES
THE FUND'S SHARE PRICE, called net asset value (NAV), is calculated every
business day. The fund's shares are so ld without a sales charge.
Shares are purchased at the next share price calculated after your
investment is received and accepted. Share price is normally
calculated at 4 p.m. Easter n time.
IF YOU ARE NEW TO FIDELITY, complete and sign an account application and
mail it along with your check. You may also open your account in person or
by wire as described on page . If there is no application accompanying this
prospectus, call 1-800-544-8888.
IF YOU ALREADY HAVE MONEY INVESTED IN A FIDELITY FUND, you can:
(small solid bullet) Mail in an application with a check, or
(small solid bullet) Open your account by exchanging from another Fidelity
fund.
If you buy shares by check or Fidelity Money Line(registered trademark),
and then sell those shares by any method other than by exchange to another
Fidelity fund, the payment may be delayed for up to seven business days to
ensure that your previous investment has cleared.
MINIMUM INVESTMENTS
TO OPEN AN ACCOUNT $2,500
TO ADD TO AN ACCOUNT $250
Through automatic investment plans $100
MINIMUM BALANCE $1,000
These minimums may vary for investments through Fidelity Portfolio
Advisory Services. Refer to the program materials for details.
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Phone 1-800-544-777 (phone_graphic) (small solid bullet) Exchange from another (small solid bullet) Exchange from another
Fidelity fund account Fidelity fund account
with the same with the same
registration, including registration, including
name, address, and name, address, and
taxpayer ID number. taxpayer ID number.
(small solid bullet) Use Fidelity Money
Line to transfer from
your bank account. Call
before your first use to
verify that this service
is in place on your
account. Maximum
Money Line: $50,000.
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Mail (mail_graphic) (small solid bullet) Complete and sign the (small solid bullet) Make your check
application. Make your payable to "Fi delity
check payable to Insured Municipal
"Fi delity Insured Income Fun d." Indicate
Municipal Income your fund account
Fund ." Mail to the number on your check
address indicated on and mail to the address
the application. printed on your account
statement.
(small solid bullet) Exchange by mail: call
1-800-544-6666 for
instructions.
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and check to a Fidelity Fidelity Investor Center.
Investor Center. Call Call 1-800-544-9797 for
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Wire (wire_graphic) (small solid bullet) Call 1-800-544-7777 to (small solid bullet) Wire to:
set up your account Bankers Trust
and to arrange a wire Company,
transaction. Bank Routing
(small solid bullet) Wire within 24 hours to: #021001033,
Bankers Trust Account #00163053.
Company, Specify "F idelity
Bank Routing Insured Municipal
#021001033, Income Fun d" and
Account #00163053. include your account
Specify "Fid elity number and your
Insured Municipal name.
Income Fund" and
include your new
account number and
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up for this service
when opening your
account, or call
1-800-544-6666 to add
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HOW TO SELL SHARES
You can arrange to take money out of your fund account at any time by
selling (redeeming) some or all of your shares. Your shares will be sold at
the next share price calculated after your order is received and accepted.
Share price is normally calculated at 4 p.m. Eastern time.
IF YOU ARE SELLING SOME BUT NOT ALL OF YOUR SHARES, leave at least $1,000
worth of shares in the account to keep it open.
TO SELL SHARES BY BANK WIRE OR FIDELITY MONEY LINE, you will need to sign
up for these services in advance.
CERTAIN REQUESTS MUST INCLUDE A SIGNATURE GUARANTEE. It is designed to
protect you and Fidelity from fraud. Your request must be made in writing
and include a signature guarantee if any of the following situations apply:
(small solid bullet) You wish to redeem more than $100,000 worth of shares,
(small solid bullet) Your account registration has changed within the last
30 days,
(small solid bullet) The check is being mailed to a different address than
the one on your account (record address),
(small solid bullet) The check is being made payable to someone other than
the account owner, or
(small solid bullet) The redemption proceeds are being transferred to a
Fidelity account with a different registration.
You should be able to obtain a signature guarantee from a bank, broker
(including Fidelity Investor Centers), dealer, credit union (if authorized
under state law), securities exchange or association, clearing agency, or
savings association. A notary public cannot provide a signature guarantee.
SELLING SHARES IN WRITING
Write a "letter of instruction" with:
(small solid bullet) Your name,
(small solid bullet) The fund's name,
(small solid bullet) Your fund account number,
(small solid bullet) The dollar amount or number of shares to be redeemed,
and
(small solid bullet) Any other applicable requirements listed in the
t able that follo ws.
Unless otherwise instructed, Fidelity will send a check to the record
address. Deliver your letter to a Fidelity Investor Center, or mail it to:
Fidelity Investments
P.O. Box 660602
Dallas, TX 75266-0602
CHECKWRITING
If you have a checkbook for your account, you may write an unlimited number
of checks. Do not, however, try to close out your account by check.
ACCOUNT TYPE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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Phone 1-800-544-777 (phone_graphic) All account types (small solid bullet) Maximum check request:
$100,000.
(small solid bullet) For Money Line transfers to
your bank account; minimum:
$10; maximum: $100,000.
(small solid bullet) You may exchange to other
Fidelity funds if both
accounts are registered with
the same name(s), address,
and taxpayer ID number.
Mail or in Person (mail_graphic)(hand_graphic) Individual, Joint (small solid bullet) The letter of instruction must
Tenant, be signed by all persons
Sole Proprietorship required to sign for
, UGMA, UTMA transactions, exactly as their
Trust names appear on the
account.
(small solid bullet) The trustee must sign the
letter indicating capacity as
Business or trustee. If the trustee's name
Organization is not in the account
registration, provide a copy of
the trust document certified
within the last 60 days.
(small solid bullet) At least one person
Executor, authorized by corporate
Administrator, resolution to act on the
Conservator, account must sign the letter.
Guardian (small solid bullet) Include a corporate
resolution with corporate seal
or a signature guarantee.
(small solid bullet) Call 1-800-544-6666 for
instructions.
Wire (wire_graphic) All account types (small solid bullet) You must sign up for the wire
feature before using it. To
verify that it is in place, call
1-800-544-6666. Minimum
wire: $5,000.
(small solid bullet) Your wire redemption request
must be received by Fidelity
before 4 p.m. Eastern time
for money to be wired on the
next business day.
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Check (check_graphic) All account types (small solid bullet) Minimum check: $500.
(small solid bullet) All account owners must sign
a signature card to receive a
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INVESTOR SERVICES
Fidelity provides a variety of services to help you manage your account.
INFORMATION SERVICES
FIDELITY'S TELEPHONE REPRESENTATIVES are available 24 hours a day, 365 days
a year. Whenever you call, you can speak with someone equipped to provide
the information or service you need.
24-HOUR SERVICE
ACCOUNT ASSISTANCE
1-800-544-6666
ACCOUNT BALANCES
1-800-544-7544
ACCOUNT TRANSACTIONS
1-800-544-7777
PRODUCT INFORMATION
1-800-544-8888
QUOTES
1-800-544-8544
RETIREMENT ACCOUNT
ASSISTANCE
1-800-544-4774
AUTOMATED SERVICE
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STATEMENTS AND REPORTS that Fidelity sends to you include the following:
(small solid bullet) Confirmation statements (after every transaction,
except reinvestments, that affects your account balance or your account
registration)
(small solid bullet) Account statements (quarterly)
(small solid bullet) Financial reports (every six months)
To reduce expenses, only one copy of most financial reports will be mailed
to your household, even if you have more than one account in the fund. Call
1-800-544-6666 if you need copies of financial reports or historical
account information.
TRANSACTION SERVICES
EXCHANGE PRIVILEGE. You may sell your fund shares and buy shares of other
Fidelity funds by telephone or in writing.
Note that exchanges out of the fund are limited to four per calendar year,
and that they may have tax consequences for you. For details on policies
and restrictions governing exchanges, including circumstances under which a
shareholder's exchange privilege may be suspended or revoked, see page .
SYSTEMATIC WITHDRAWAL PLANS let you set up periodic redemptions from your
account.
FIDELITY MONEY LINE(registered trademark) enables you to transfer money by
phone between your bank account and your fund account. Most transfers are
complete within three business days of your call.
REGULAR INVESTMENT PLANS
One easy way to pursue your financial goals is to invest money regularly.
Fidelity offers convenient services that let you transfer money into your
fund account, or between fund accounts, automatically. While regular
investment plans do not guarantee a profit and will not protect you against
loss in a declining market, they can be an excellent way to invest for a
home, educational expenses, and other long-term financial goals.
REGULAR INVESTMENT PLANS
FIDELITY AUTOMATIC ACCOUNT BUILDERSM
TO MOVE MONEY FROM YOUR BANK ACCOUNT TO A FIDELITY FUND
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MINIMUM FREQUENCY SETTING UP OR CHANGING
$100 Monthly or (small solid bullet) For a new account, complete the
quarterly appropriate section on the fund
application.
(small solid bullet) For existing accounts, call
1-800-544-6666 for an application.
(small solid bullet) To change the amount or frequency of
your investment, call 1-800-544-6666 at
least three business days prior to your
next scheduled investment date.
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MINIMUM FREQUENCY SETTING UP OR CHANGING
$100 Every pay (small solid bullet) Check the appropriate box on the fund
period application, or call 1-800-544-6666 for an
authorization form.
(small solid bullet) Changes require a new authorization
form.
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$100 Monthly, (small solid bullet) To establish, call 1-800-544-6666 after
bimonthly, both accounts are opened.
quarterly, or (small solid bullet) To change the amount or frequency of
annually your investment, call 1-800-544-6666.
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A BECAUSE ITS SHARE PRICE FLUCTUATES, THE FUND MAY NOT BE AN APPROPRIATE
CHOICE FOR DIRECT DEPOSIT OF YOUR ENTIRE CHECK.
SHAREHOLDER AND ACCOUNT POLICIES
DIVIDENDS, CAPITAL GAINS, AND TAXES
The fund distributes substantially all of its net investment income and
capital gains to shareholders each year. Income dividends are declared
daily and paid monthly. Capital gains are normally distributed in February
and December.
DISTRIBUTION OPTIONS
When you open an account, specify on your application how you want to
receive your distributions. If the option you prefer is not listed on the
application, call 1-800-544-6666 for instructions. The fund offers four
options:
13. REINVESTMENT OPTION. Your dividend and capital gain distributions will
be automatically reinvested in additional shares of the fund. If you do not
indicate a choice on your application, you will be assigned this option.
14. INCOME-EARNED OPTION. Your capital gain distributions will be
automatically reinvested, but you will be sent a check for each dividend
distribution.
15. CASH OPTION. You will be sent a check for your dividend and capital
gain distributions.
16. DIRECTED DIVIDENDS(registered trademark) OPTION. Your dividend and
capital gain distributions will be automatically invested in another
identically registered Fidelity fund.
Dividends will be reinvested at the fund's NAV on the last day of the
month. Capital gain distributions will be reinvested at the NAV as of the
date the fund deducts the distribution from its NAV. The mailing of
distribution checks will begin within seven days, or longer for a December
ex-dividend date.
TAXES
UNDERSTANDING
DISTRIBUTIONS
As a fund shareholder, you
are entitled to your share of
the fund's net income and
gains on its investments. The
fund passes its earnings
along to its investors as
DISTRIBUTIONS.
The fund earns interest from
its investments. These are
passed along as DIVIDEND
DISTRIBUTIONS. The fund may
realize capital gains if it sells
securities for a higher price
than it paid for them. These
are passed along as CAPITAL
GAIN DISTRIBUTIONS.
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As with any investment, you should consider how an investment in a tax-free
fund could affect you. Below are some of the fund's tax implications.
TAXES ON DISTRIBUTIONS. Interest income that the fund earns is distributed
to shareholders as income dividends. Interest that is federally tax-free
remains tax-free when it is distributed.
However, gain on the sale of tax-free bonds results in taxable
distributions. Short-term capital gains and a portion of the gain on bonds
purchased at a discount are taxed as dividends. Long-term capital gain
distributions are taxed as long-term capital gains. These distributions are
taxable when they are paid, whether you take them in cash or reinvest them.
However, distributions declared in December and paid in January are taxable
as if they were paid on December 31. Fidelity will send you and the IRS a
statement showing the tax status of the distributions paid to you in the
previous year.
The interest from some municipal securities is subject to the federal
alternative minimum tax. The fund may invest up to 100% of its assets in
these securities. Individuals who are subject to the tax must report this
interest on their tax returns.
A portion of the fund's dividends may be free from state or local taxes.
Income from investments in your state are often tax-free to you. Each year,
Fidelity will send you a breakdown of the fund's income from each state to
help you calculate your taxes.
During fiscal 1995, 100% of the fund's income dividends was free from
federal income tax and 0% of the fund's income dividends was subject to the
federal alternative minimum tax.
TAXES ON TRANSACTIONS. Your redemptions - including exchanges to other
Fidelity funds - are subject to capital gains tax. A capital gain or loss
is the difference between the cost of your shares and the price you receive
when you sell them.
Whenever you sell shares of the fund, Fidelity will send you a confirmation
statement showing how many shares you sold and at what price. You will also
receive a consolidated transaction statement every January. However, it is
up to you or your tax preparer to determine whether this sale resulted in a
capital gain and, if so, the amount of tax to be paid. Be sure to keep your
regular account statements; the information they contain will be essential
in calculating the amount of your capital gains.
"BUYING A DIVIDEND." If you buy shares just before the fund deducts a
capital gain distribution from its NAV, you will pay the full price for the
shares and then receive a portion of the price back in the form of a
taxable distribution.
TRANSACTION DETAILS
THE FUND IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS each day the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)
is open. Fidelity normally calculates the fund's NAV as of the close of
business of the NYSE, normally 4 p.m. Eastern time.
THE FUND'S NAV is the value of a single share. The NAV is computed by
adding the value of the fund's investments, cash, and other assets,
subtracting its liabilities, and then dividing the result by the number of
shares outstanding.
The fund's assets are valued primarily on the basis of market quotations,
if available. Since market quotations are often unavailable, assets are
usually valued by a method that the Board of Trustees believes accurately
reflects fair value.
THE FUND'S OFFERING PRICE (price to buy one share) and REDEMPTION PRICE
(price to sell one share) are its NAV.
WHEN YOU SIGN YOUR ACCOUNT APPLICATION, you will be asked to certify that
your Social Security or taxpayer identification number is correct and that
you are not subject to 31% backup withholding for failing to report income
to the IRS. If you violate IRS regulations, the IRS can require the fund to
withhold 31% of your taxable distributions and redemptions.
YOU MAY INITIATE MANY TRANSACTIONS BY TELEPHONE. Fidelity may only be
liable for losses resulting from unauthorized transactions if it does not
follow reasonable procedures designed to verify the identity of the caller.
Fidelity will request personalized security codes or other information, and
may also record calls. You should verify the accuracy of your confirmation
statements immediately after you receive them. If you do not want the
ability to redeem and exchange by telephone, call Fidelity for
instructions.
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO REACH FIDELITY BY PHONE (for example, during periods
of unusual market activity), consider placing your order by mail or by
visiting a Fidelity Investor Center.
THE FUND RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SUSPEND THE OFFERING OF SHARES for a period
of time. The fund also reserves the right to reject any specific purchase
order, including certain purchases by exchange. See "Exchange Restrictions"
on page . Purchase orders may be refused if, in FMR's opinion, they would
disrupt management of the fund.
WHEN YOU PLACE AN ORDER TO BUY SHARES, your order will be processed at the
next offering price calculated after your order is received and accepted.
Note the following:
(small solid bullet) All of your purchases must be made in U.S. dollars and
checks must be drawn on U.S. banks.
(small solid bullet) Fidelity does not accept cash.
(small solid bullet) When making a purchase with more than one check, each
check must have a value of at least $50.
(small solid bullet) The fund reserves the right to limit the number of
checks processed at one time.
(small solid bullet) If your check does not clear, your purchase will be
cancelled and you could be liable for any losses or fees the fund or its
transfer agent has incurred.
(small solid bullet) You begin to earn dividends as of the first business
day following the day of your purchase.
TO AVOID THE COLLECTION PERIOD associated with check and Money Line
purchases, consider buying shares by bank wire, U.S. Postal money order,
U.S. Treasury check, Federal Reserve check, or direct deposit instead.
YOU MAY BUY OR SELL SHARES OF THE FUND THROUGH A BROKER, who may charge you
a fee for this service. If you invest through a broker or other
institution, read its program materials for any additional service features
or fees that may apply.
CERTAIN FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS that have entered into sales agreements with
FDC may enter confirmed purchase orders on behalf of customers by phone,
with payment to follow no later than the time when the fund is priced on
the following business day. If payment is not received by that time, the
financial institution could be held liable for resulting fees or losses.
WHEN YOU PLACE AN ORDER TO SELL SHARES, your shares will be sold at the
next NAV calculated after your request is received and accepted. Note the
following:
(small solid bullet) Normally, redemption proceeds will be mailed to you on
the next business day, but if making immediate payment could adversely
affect the fund, it may take up to seven days to pay you.
(small solid bullet) Shares will earn dividends through the date of
redemption; however, shares redeemed on a Friday or prior to a holiday will
continue to earn dividends until the next business day.
(small solid bullet) Fidelity Money Line redemptions generally will be
credited to your bank account on the second or third business day after
your phone call.
(small solid bullet) The fund may hold payment on redemptions until it is
reasonably satisfied that investments made by check or Fidelity Money Line
have been collected, which can take up to seven business days.
(small solid bullet) Redemptions may be suspended or payment dates
postponed when the NYSE is closed (other than weekends or holidays), when
trading on the NYSE is restricted, or as permitted by the SEC.
(small solid bullet) If you sell shares by writing a check and the amount
of the check is greater than the value of your account, your check will be
returned to you and you may be subject to additional charges.
FIDELITY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DEDUCT AN ANNUAL MAINTENANCE FEE of $12.00
from accounts with a value of less than $2,500, subject to an annual
maximum charge of $60.00 per shareholder. It is expected that accounts will
be valued on the second Friday in November of each year. Accounts opened
after September 30 will not be subject to the fee for that year. The fee,
which is payable to the transfer agent, is designed to offset in part the
relatively higher costs of servicing smaller accounts. The fee will not be
deducted from retirement accounts (except non-prototype retirement
accounts), accounts using regular investment plans, or if total assets in
Fidelity funds exceed $50,000. Eligibility for the $50,000 waiver is
determined by aggregating Fidelity mutual fund accounts maintained by FSC
or FBSI which are registered under the same social security number or which
list the same social security number for the custodian of a Uniform
Gifts/Transfers to Minors Act account.
IF YOUR ACCOUNT BALANCE FALLS BELOW $1,000, you will be given 30 days'
notice to reestablish the minimum balance. If you do not increase your
balance, Fidelity reserves the right to close your account and send the
proceeds to you. Your shares will be redeemed at the NAV on the day your
account is closed.
FIDELITY MAY CHARGE A FEE FOR SPECIAL SERVICES, such as providing
historical account documents, that are beyond the normal scope of its
services.
FDC may, at its own expense, provide promotional incentives to qualified
recipients who support the sale of shares of the fund without reimbursement
from the fund. Qualified recipients are securities dealers who have sold
fund shares or others, including banks and other financial institutions,
under special arrangements in connection with FDC's sales activities. In
some instances, these incentives may be offered only to certain
institutions whose representatives provide services in connection with the
sale or expected sale of significant amounts of shares.
EXCHANGE RESTRICTIONS
As a shareholder, you have the privilege of exchanging shares of the fund
for shares of other Fidelity funds. However, you should note the following:
(small solid bullet) The fund you are exchanging into must be registered
for sale in your state.
(small solid bullet) You may only exchange between accounts that are
registered in the same name, address, and taxpayer identification number.
(small solid bullet) Before exchanging into a fund, read its prospectus.
(small solid bullet) If you exchange into a fund with a sales charge, you
pay the percentage-point difference between that fund's sales charge and
any sales charge you have previously paid in connection with the shares you
are exchanging. For example, if you had already paid a sales charge of 2%
on your shares and you exchange them into a fund with a 3% sales charge,
you would pay an additional 1% sales charge.
(small solid bullet) Exchanges may have tax consequences for you.
(small solid bullet) Because excessive trading can hurt fund performance
and shareholders, the fund reserves the right to temporarily or permanently
terminate the exchange privilege of any investor who makes more than four
exchanges out of the fund per calendar year. Accounts under common
ownership or control, including accounts with the same taxpayer
identification number, will be counted together for purposes of the four
exchange limit.
(small solid bullet) The fund reserves the right to refuse exchange
purchases by any person or group if, in FMR's judgment, the fund would be
unable to invest the money effectively in accordance with its investment
objective and policies, or would otherwise potentially be adversely
affected.
(small solid bullet) Your exchanges may be restricted or refused if the
fund receives or anticipates simultaneous orders affecting significant
portions of the fund's assets. In particular, a pattern of exchanges that
coincides with a "market timing" strategy may be disruptive to the fund.
Although the fund will attempt to give you prior notice whenever it is
reasonably able to do so, it may impose these restrictions at any time. The
fund reserves the right to terminate or modify the exchange privilege in
the future.
OTHER FUNDS MAY HAVE DIFFERENT EXCHANGE RESTRICTIONS, and may impose
administrative fees of up to $7.50 and redemption fees of up to 1.50% on
exchanges. Check each fund's prospectus for details.
This prospectus is printed on recycled paper using soy-based inks.
FIDELITY INSURED MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
A FUND OF FIDELITY MUNICIPAL TRUST
STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FEBRUARY 20, 1996
This Statement is not a prospectus but should be read in conjunction with
the fund's current Prospectus (dated February 20, 1996). Please retain this
document for future reference. The fund's financial statements and
financial highlights, included in the Annual Report for the fiscal year
ended December 31,1995, are incorporated herein by reference. To obtain an
additional copy of the Prospectus or the Annual Report, please call
Fidelity Distributors Corporation at 1-800-544-8888.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
Investment Policies and Limitations
Portfolio Transactions
Valuation of Portfolio Securities
Performance
Additional Purchase and Redemption Information
Distributions and Taxes
FMR
Trustees and Officers
Management Contract
Distribution and Service Plan
Contracts with FMR Affiliates
Description of the Trust
Financial Statements
Appendix
INVESTMENT ADVISER
Fidelity Management & Research Company (FMR)
DISTRIBUTOR
Fidelity Distributors Corporation (FDC)
TRANSFER AGENT
UMB Bank, n.a. (UMB) and Fidelity Service Co. (FSC)
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INVESTMENT POLICIES AND LIMITATIONS
The following policies and limitations supplement those set forth in the
Prospectus. Unless otherwise noted, whenever an investment policy or
limitation states a maximum percentage of the fund's assets that may be
invested in any security or other asset, or sets forth a policy regarding
quality standards, such standard or percentage limitation will be
determined immediately after and as a result of the fund's acquisition of
such security or other asset. Accordingly, any subsequent change in values,
net assets, or other circumstances will not be considered when determining
whether the investment complies with the fund's investment policies and
limitations.
The fund's fundamental investment policies and limitations cannot be
changed without approval by a "majority of the outstanding voting
securities" (as defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940) of the fund.
However, except for the fundamental investment limitations listed below,
the investment policies and limitations described in this Statement of
Additional Information are not fundamental and may be changed without
shareholder approval . THE FOLLOWING ARE THE FUND'S FUNDAMENTAL
INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS SET FORTH IN THEIR ENTIRETY. THE FUND MAY NOT:
(1) purchase the securities of any issuer (except the United States
government, its agencies or its instrumentalities) if, with respect to 75%
of its assets, it would cause more than 5% of its total assets to be
invested in the securities of that issuer (As used in this document and in
the Prospectus, the entity which has the ultimate responsibility for the
payment of interest and principal on a particular security will be treated
as its issuer.);
(2) issue senior securities, except as permitted under the Investment
Company Act of 1940;
(3) borrow money, except that the fund may borrow money for temporary or
emergency purposes (not for leveraging or investment) in an amount not
exceeding 33 1/3% of its total assets (including the amount borrowed) less
liabilities (other than borrowings). Any borrowings that come to exceed
this amount will be reduced within three days (not including Sundays and
holidays) to the extent necessary to comply with the 33 1/3% limitation;
(4) underwrite securities issued by others, except to the extent that the
fund may be considered an underwriter within the meaning of the Securities
Act of 1933 in the disposition of restricted securities;
(5) purchase the securities of any issuer (other than securities issued or
guaranteed by the U.S. government or any of its agencies or
instrumentalities, or tax-exempt obligations issued or guaranteed by a U.S.
territory or possession or a state or local government, or a political
subdivision of any of the foregoing) if, as a result, more than 25% of the
fund's total assets would be invested in securities of companies whose
principal business activities are in the same industry;
(6) purchase or sell real estate unless acquired as a result of ownership
of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent the fund
from investing in securities or other instruments backed by real estate or
securities of companies engaged in the real estate business);
(7) purchase or sell physical commodities unless acquired as a result of
ownership of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent
the fund from purchasing or selling options and futures contracts or from
investing in securities or other instruments backed by physical
commodities); or
(8) lend any security or make any other loan if, as a result, more than 33
1/3% of its total assets would be lent to other parties, but this
limitation does not apply to purchases of debt securities or to repurchase
agreements.
THE FOLLOWING INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS ARE NOT FUNDAMENTAL AND MAY BE CHANGED
WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL.
(i) With respect to 75% of its total assets, the fund does not currently
intend to purchase the securities of any issuer (other than securities
issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or any of its agencies or
instrumentalities) if, as a result, the fund would own more than 10% of the
outstanding voting securities of such issuer.
(ii) The fund does not currently intend to sell securities short, unless
it owns or has the right to obtain securities equivalent in kind and amount
to the securities sold short, and provided that transactions in futures
contracts and options are not deemed to constitute selling securities
short.
(iii) The fund does not currently intend to purchase securities on margin,
except that the fund may obtain such short-term credits as are necessary
for the clearance of transactions, and provided that margin payments in
connection with futures contracts and options on futures contracts shall
not constitute purchasing securities on margin.
(iv) The fund may borrow money only (a) from a bank or from a registered
investment company or portfolio for which FMR or an affiliate serves as
investment adviser or (b) by engaging in reverse repurchase agreements with
any party (reverse repurchase agreements are treated as borrowings for
purposes of fundamental investment limitation (3)). The fund will not
purchase any security while borrowings representing more than 5% of its
total assets are outstanding. The fund will not borrow from other funds
advised by FMR or its affiliates if total outstanding borrowings
immediately after such borrowing would exceed 15% of the fund's total
assets.
(v) The fund does not currently intend to purchase any security if, as a
result, more than 10% of its net assets would be invested in securities
that are deemed to be illiquid because they are subject to legal or
contractual restrictions on resale or because they cannot be sold or
disposed of in the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices
at which they are valued.
(vi) The fund does not currently intend to engage in repurchase agreements
or make loans, but this limitation does not apply to purchases of debt
securities.
(vii) The fund does not currently intend to (a) purchase securities of
other investment companies, except in the open market where no commission
except the ordinary broker's commission is paid, or (b) purchase or retain
securities issued by other open-end investment companies. Limitations (a)
and (b) do not apply to securities received as dividends, through offers of
exchange, or as a result of a reorganization, consolidation, or merger.
(viii) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities of any
issuer (other than securities issued or guaranteed by domestic or foreign
governments or political subdivisions thereof) if, as a result, more than
5% of its total assets would be invested in the securities of business
enterprises that, including predecessors, have a record of less than three
years of continuous operation.
(ix) The fund does not currently intend to invest in oil, gas, or other
mineral exploration or development programs or leases.
(x) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities of any
issuer if those officers and Trustees of the trust and those officers and
directors of FMR who individually own more than 1/2 of 1% of the securities
of such issuer together own more than 5% of such issuer's securities.
For purposes of limitations (1), (5) and (i), FMR identifies the issuer of
a security depending on its terms and conditions. In identifying the
issuer, FMR will consider the entity or entities responsible for payment of
interest and repayment of principal and the source of such payments; the
way in which assets and revenues of an issuing political subdivision are
separated from those of other political entities; and whether a
governmental body is guaranteeing the security.
For purposes of limitation (viii), pass-through entities and other special
purpose vehicles or pools of financial assets, such as issuers of
asset-backed securities or investment companies, are not considered
"business enterprises."
For the fund's limitations on futures and options transactions, see the
section entitled "Limitations on Futures and Options Transactions" on page
.
AFFILIATED BANK TRANSACTIONS. The fund may engage in transactions with
financial institutions that are, or may be considered to be, "affiliated
persons" of the fund under the Investment Company Act of 1940. These
transactions may include repurchase agreements with custodian banks;
short-term obligations of, and repurchase agreements with, the 50 largest
U.S. banks (measured by deposits); municipal securities; U.S. government
securities with affiliated financial institutions that are primary dealers
in these securities; short-term currency transactions; and short-term
borrowings. In accordance with exemptive orders issued by the Securities
and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Board of Trustees has established and
periodically reviews procedures applicable to transactions involving
affiliated financial institutions.
DELAYED-DELIVERY TRANSACTIONS. The fund may buy and sell securities on a
delayed-delivery or when-issued basis. These transactions involve a
commitment by the fund to purchase or sell specific securities at a
predetermined price or yield, with payment and delivery taking place after
the customary settlement period for that type of security. Typically, no
interest accrues to the purchaser until the security is delivered. The fund
may receive fees for entering into delayed-delivery transactions.
When purchasing securities on a delayed-delivery basis, the fund assumes
the rights and risks of ownership, including the risk of price and yield
fluctuations. Because the fund is not required to pay for securities until
the delivery date, these risks are in addition to the risks associated with
the fund's other investments. If the fund remains substantially fully
invested at a time when delayed-delivery purchases are outstanding, the
delayed-delivery purchases may result in a form of leverage. When
delayed-delivery purchases are outstanding, the fund will set aside
appropriate liquid assets in a segregated custodial account to cover its
purchase obligations. When the fund has sold a security on a
delayed-delivery basis, the fund does not participate in further gains or
losses with respect to the security. If the other party to a
delayed-delivery transaction fails to deliver or pay for the securities,
the fund could miss a favorable price or yield opportunity, or could suffer
a loss.
The fund may renegotiate delayed-delivery transactions after they are
entered into, and may sell underlying securities before they are delivered,
which may result in capital gains or losses.
FEDERALLY TAXABLE OBLIGATIONS. Under normal conditions, the fund does not
intend to invest in securities whose interest is federally taxable.
However, from time to time on a temporary basis, the fund may invest a
portion of its assets in fixed-income obligations whose interest is subject
to federal income tax.
Should the fund invest in federally taxable obligations, it would purchase
securities that in FMR's judgment are of high quality. These would include
obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or its agencies or
instrumentalities; obligations of domestic banks; and repurchase
agreements. The fund's standards for high-quality, taxable obligations are
essentially the same as those described by Moody's Investors Service, Inc.
(Moody's) in rating corporate obligations within its two highest ratings of
Prime-1 and Prime-2, and those described by Standard & Poor's Corporation
(S&P) in rating corporate obligations within its two highest ratings of A-1
and A-2.
Proposals to restrict or eliminate the federal income tax exemption for
interest on municipal obligations are introduced before Congress from time
to time. Proposals also may be introduced before state legislatures that
would affect the state tax treatment of the fund's distributions. If such
proposals were enacted, the availability of municipal obligations and the
value of the fund's holdings would be affected and the Trustees would
reevaluate the fund's investment objective and policies.
FUTURES AND OPTIONS. The following sections pertain to futures and options:
Asset Coverage for Futures and Options Positions, Combined Positions,
Correlation of Price Changes, Futures Contracts, Futures Margin Payments,
Limitations on Futures and Options Transactions, Liquidity of Options and
Futures Contracts, OTC Options, Purchasing Put and Call Options, and
Writing Put and Call Options.
ASSET COVERAGE FOR FUTURES AND OPTIONS POSITIONS. The fund will comply with
guidelines established by the Securities and Exchange Commission with
respect to coverage of options and futures strategies by mutual funds, and
if the guidelines so require will set aside appropriate liquid assets in a
segregated custodial account in the amount prescribed. Securities held in a
segregated account cannot be sold while the futures or option strategy is
outstanding, unless they are replaced with other suitable assets. As a
result, there is a possibility that segregation of a large percentage of
the fund's assets could impede portfolio management or the fund's ability
to meet redemption requests or other current obligations.
COMBINED POSITIONS. The fund may purchase and write options in combination
with each other, or in combination with futures or forward contracts, to
adjust the risk and return characteristics of the overall position. For
example, the fund may purchase a put option and write a call option on the
same underlying instrument, in order to construct a combined position whose
risk and return characteristics are similar to selling a futures contract.
Another possible combined position would involve writing a call option at
one strike price and buying a call option at a lower price, in order to
reduce the risk of the written call option in the event of a substantial
price increase. Because combined options positions involve multiple trades,
they result in higher transaction costs and may be more difficult to open
and close out.
CORRELATION OF PRICE CHANGES. Because there are a limited number of types
of exchange-traded options and futures contracts, it is likely that the
standardized contracts available will not match the fund's current or
anticipated investments exactly. The fund may invest in options and futures
contracts based on securities with different issuers, maturities, or other
characteristics from the securities in which it typically invests, which
involves a risk that the options or futures position will not track the
performance of the fund's other investments.
Options and futures prices can also diverge from the prices of their
underlying instruments, even if the underlying instruments match the fund's
investments well. Options and futures prices are affected by such factors
as current and anticipated short-term interest rates, changes in volatility
of the underlying instrument, and the time remaining until expiration of
the contract, which may not affect security prices the same way. Imperfect
correlation may also result from differing levels of demand in the options
and futures markets and the securities markets, from structural differences
in how options and futures and securities are traded, or from imposition of
daily price fluctuation limits or trading halts. The fund may purchase or
sell options and futures contracts with a greater or lesser value than the
securities it wishes to hedge or intends to purchase in order to attempt to
compensate for differences in volatility between the contract and the
securities, although this may not be successful in all cases. If price
changes in the fund's options or futures positions are poorly correlated
with its other investments, the positions may fail to produce anticipated
gains or result in losses that are not offset by gains in other
investments.
FUTURES CONTRACTS. When the fund purchases a futures contract, it agrees to
purchase a specified underlying instrument at a specified future date. When
the fund sells a futures contract, it agrees to sell the underlying
instrument at a specified future date. The price at which the purchase and
sale will take place is fixed when the fund enters into the contract. Some
currently available futures contracts are based on specific securities,
such as U.S. Treasury bonds or notes, and some are based on indices of
securities prices, such as the Bond Buyer Municipal Bond Index. Futures can
be held until their delivery dates, or can be closed out before then if a
liquid secondary market is available.
The value of a futures contract tends to increase and decrease in tandem
with the value of its underlying instrument. Therefore, purchasing futures
contracts will tend to increase the fund's exposure to positive and
negative price fluctuations in the underlying instrument, much as if it had
purchased the underlying instrument directly. When the fund sells a futures
contract, by contrast, the value of its futures position will tend to move
in a direction contrary to the market. Selling futures contracts,
therefore, will tend to offset both positive and negative market price
changes, much as if the underlying instrument had been sold.
FUTURES MARGIN PAYMENTS. The purchaser or seller of a futures contract is
not required to deliver or pay for the underlying instrument unless the
contract is held until the delivery date. However, both the purchaser and
seller are required to deposit "initial margin" with a futures broker,
known as a futures commission merchant (FCM), when the contract is entered
into. Initial margin deposits are typically equal to a percentage of the
contract's value. If the value of either party's position declines, that
party will be required to make additional "variation margin" payments to
settle the change in value on a daily basis. The party that has a gain may
be entitled to receive all or a portion of this amount. Initial and
variation margin payments do not constitute purchasing securities on margin
for purposes of the fund's investment limitations. In the event of the
bankruptcy of an FCM that holds margin on behalf of the fund, the fund may
be entitled to return of margin owed to it only in proportion to the amount
received by the FCM's other customers, potentially resulting in losses to
the fund.
LIMITATIONS ON FUTURES AND OPTIONS TRANSACTIONS. The fund has filed a
notice of eligibility for exclusion from the definition of the term
"commodity pool operator" with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission
(CFTC) and the National Futures Association, which regulate trading in the
futures markets. The fund intends to comply with Rule 4.5 under the
Commodity Exchange Act, which limits the extent to which the fund can
commit assets to initial margin deposits and option premiums.
In addition, the fund will not: (a) sell futures contracts, purchase put
options, or write call options if, as a result, more than 25% of the fund's
total assets would be hedged with futures and options under normal
conditions; (b) purchase futures contracts or write put options if, as a
result, the fund's total obligations upon settlement or exercise of
purchased futures contracts and written put options would exceed 25% of its
total assets; or (c) purchase call options if, as a result, the current
value of option premiums for call options purchased by the fund would
exceed 5% of the fund's total assets. These limitations do not apply to
options attached to or acquired or traded together with their underlying
securities, and do not apply to securities that incorporate features
similar to options.
The above limitations on the fund's investments in futures contracts and
options, and the fund's policies regarding futures contracts and options
discussed elsewhere in this Statement of Additional Information, are not
fundamental policies and may be changed as regulatory agencies permit.
LIQUIDITY OF OPTIONS AND FUTURES CONTRACTS. There is no assurance a liquid
secondary market will exist for any particular options or futures contract
at any particular time. Options may have relatively low trading volume and
liquidity if their strike prices are not close to the underlying
instrument's current price. In addition, exchanges may establish daily
price fluctuation limits for options and futures contracts, and may halt
trading if a contract's price moves upward or downward more than the limit
in a given day. On volatile trading days when the price fluctuation limit
is reached or a trading halt is imposed, it may be impossible for the fund
to enter into new positions or close out existing positions. If the
secondary market for a contract is not liquid because of price fluctuation
limits or otherwise, it could prevent prompt liquidation of unfavorable
positions, and potentially could require the fund to continue to hold a
position until delivery or expiration regardless of changes in its value.
As a result, the fund's access to other assets held to cover its options or
futures positions could also be impaired.
OTC OPTIONS. Unlike exchange-traded options, which are standardized with
respect to the underlying instrument, expiration date, contract size, and
strike price, the terms of over-the-counter (OTC) options (options not
traded on exchanges) generally are established through negotiation with the
other party to the option contract. While this type of arrangement allows
the fund greater flexibility to tailor an option to its needs, OTC options
generally involve greater credit risk than exchange-traded options, which
are guaranteed by the clearing organization of the exchanges where they are
traded.
PURCHASING PUT AND CALL OPTIONS. By purchasing a put option, the fund
obtains the right (but not the obligation) to sell the option's underlying
instrument at a fixed strike price. In return for this right, the fund pays
the current market price for the option (known as the option premium).
Options have various types of underlying instruments, including specific
securities, indices of securities prices, and futures contracts. The fund
may terminate its position in a put option it has purchased by allowing it
to expire or by exercising the option. If the option is allowed to expire,
the fund will lose the entire premium it paid. If the fund exercises the
option, it completes the sale of the underlying instrument at the strike
price. The fund may also terminate a put option position by closing it out
in the secondary market at its current price, if a liquid secondary market
exists.
The buyer of a typical put option can expect to realize a gain if security
prices fall substantially. However, if the underlying instrument's price
does not fall enough to offset the cost of purchasing the option, a put
buyer can expect to suffer a loss (limited to the amount of the premium
paid, plus related transaction costs).
The features of call options are essentially the same as those of put
options, except that the purchaser of a call option obtains the right to
purchase, rather than sell, the underlying instrument at the option's
strike price. A call buyer typically attempts to participate in potential
price increases of the underlying instrument with risk limited to the cost
of the option if security prices fall. At the same time, the buyer can
expect to suffer a loss if security prices do not rise sufficiently to
offset the cost of the option.
WRITING PUT AND CALL OPTIONS. When the fund writes a put option, it takes
the opposite side of the transaction from the option's purchaser. In return
for receipt of the premium, the fund assumes the obligation to pay the
strike price for the option's underlying instrument if the other party to
the option chooses to exercise it. When writing an option on a futures
contract, the fund will be required to make margin payments to an FCM as
described above for futures contracts. The fund may seek to terminate its
position in a put option it writes before exercise by closing out the
option in the secondary market at its current price. If the secondary
market is not liquid for a put option the fund has written, however, the
fund must continue to be prepared to pay the strike price while the option
is outstanding, regardless of price changes, and must continue to set aside
assets to cover its position.
If security prices rise, a put writer would generally expect to profit,
although its gain would be limited to the amount of the premium it
received. If security prices remain the same over time, it is likely that
the writer will also profit, because it should be able to close out the
option at a lower price. If security prices fall, the put writer would
expect to suffer a loss. This loss should be less than the loss from
purchasing the underlying instrument directly, however, because the premium
received for writing the option should mitigate the effects of the decline.
Writing a call option obligates the fund to sell or deliver the option's
underlying instrument, in return for the strike price, upon exercise of the
option. The characteristics of writing call options are similar to those of
writing put options, except that writing calls generally is a profitable
strategy if prices remain the same or fall. Through receipt of the option
premium, a call writer mitigates the effects of a price decline. At the
same time, because a call writer must be prepared to deliver the underlying
instrument in return for the strike price, even if its current value is
greater, a call writer gives up some ability to participate in security
price increases.
ILLIQUID INVESTMENTS are investments that cannot be sold or disposed of in
the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices at which they
are valued. Under the supervision of the Board of Trustees, FMR determines
the liquidity of the fund's investments and, through reports from FMR, the
Board monitors investments in illiquid instruments. In determining the
liquidity of the fund's investments, FMR may consider various factors,
including (1) the frequency of trades and quotations, (2) the number of
dealers and prospective purchasers in the marketplace, (3) dealer
undertakings to make a market, (4) the nature of the security (including
any demand or tender features), and (5) the nature of the marketplace for
trades (including the ability to assign or offset the fund's rights and
obligations relating to the investment).
Investments currently considered by the fund to be illiquid include
over-the-counter options. Also, FMR may determine some restricted
securities and municipal lease obligations to be illiquid. However, with
respect to over-the-counter options the fund writes, all or a portion of
the value of the underlying instrument may be illiquid depending on the
assets held to cover the option and the nature and terms of any agreement
the fund may have to close out the option before expiration.
In the absence of market quotations, illiquid investments are priced at
fair value as determined in good faith by a committee appointed by the
Board of Trustees. If through a change in values, net assets, or other
circumstances, the fund were in a position where more than 10% of its net
assets was invested in illiquid securities, it would seek to take
appropriate steps to protect liquidity.
INDEXED SECURITIES. The fund may purchase securities whose prices are
indexed to the prices of other securities, securities indices, or other
financial indicators. Indexed securities typically, but not always, are
debt securities or deposits whose value at maturity or coupon rate is
determined by reference to a specific instrument or statistic. Indexed
securities may have principal payments as well as coupon payments that
depend on the performance of one or more interest rates. Their coupon rates
or principal payments may change by several percentage points for every 1%
interest rate change. One example of indexed securities is inverse
floaters.
The performance of indexed securities depends to a great extent on the
performance of the security or other instrument to which they are indexed,
and may also be influenced by interest rate changes. At the same time,
indexed securities are subject to the credit risks associated with the
issuer of the security, and their values may decline substantially if the
issuer's creditworthiness deteriorates. Indexed securities may be more
volatile than the underlying instruments.
INSURANCE FEATURE. Under normal market conditions, the insured fund will
invest primarily in municipal bonds that, at the time of purchase, either
(1) are insured under fund insurance issued to the fund by an insurer or
(2) are insured under an insurance policy obtained by the issuer or
underwriter of such municipal bonds at the time of original issuance
thereof (issuer insurance). If a municipal bond is already covered by
issuer insurance when acquired by the fund, then coverage will not be
duplicated by fund insurance; if a municipal bond is not covered by issuer
insurance, it may be covered by fund insurance purchased by the fund. The
fund may also purchase municipal notes that are insured, although, in
general, municipal notes are not presently issued with issuer insurance,
and the fund does not generally expect to cover municipal notes under its
fund insurance. Accordingly, the fund does not presently expect that any
significant portion of the municipal notes it purchases will be covered by
insurance. Securities other than municipal bonds and notes purchased by the
fund will not be covered by insurance. Based upon the expected composition
of the fund, FMR estimates that the annual premiums for fund insurance will
range from .10% to .35% of the fund's average net assets. During the
fiscal year ended December 31, 1995, the fund did not purchase any
portfolio insurance. Although the insurance feature reduces certain
financial risks, the premiums for fund insurance, which are paid from the
fund's assets, and the restrictions on investments imposed by fund
insurance guidelines, reduce the fund's current yield.
Insurance will cover the timely payment of interest and principal on
municipal obligations and will be obtained from recognized insurers. In
order to be considered as eligible insurance by the fund, such insurance
policies must guarantee the timely payment of all principal and interest on
the municipal bonds as they become due. However, such insurance may provide
that in the event of non-payment of interest or principal when due, with
respect to an insured municipal bond, the insurer is not obligated to make
such payment until a specified time period (which may be thirty days or
more) after it has been notified by the fund that such non-payment has
occurred. For these purposes, a payment of principal is due only at final
maturity of the municipal bond and not at the time any earlier sinking fund
payment is due. The insurance does not guarantee the market value of the
municipal bonds or the value of the shares of the fund and, except as
described below and in the section entitled "Valuation of Portfolio
Securities," has no effect on the price or redemption value of fund shares.
Municipal bonds are generally eligible for insurance under fund insurance
if, at the time of purchase by the fund, they are identified separately or
by category in qualitative guidelines furnished by the fund insurer and are
in compliance with the aggregate limitations on amounts set forth in such
guidelines. Premium variations are based in part on the rating of the
municipal bond being insured at the time the fund purchases the bond. The
insurer may prospectively withdraw particular municipal bonds from the
classifications of bonds eligible for insurance or change the aggregate
amount limitation of each issue or category of eligible municipal bonds,
but must continue to insure the full amount of such bonds previously
acquired which the insurer has indicated are eligible so long as they
remain in the fund. The qualitative guidelines and aggregate amount
limitations established by the insurer from time to time will not
necessarily be the same as those the fund or FMR would use to govern
selection of municipal bonds for the fund's investments. Therefore, from
time to time such guidelines and limitations may affect investment
decisions.
Because coverage under the fund insurance terminates upon sale of a
municipal bond from the fund, the insurance does not have any effect on the
resale value of such a bond. Therefore, FMR may decide to retain any
insured municipal bonds which are in default or, in FMR's view, in
significant risk of default, and place a value on the insurance. This value
will be equal to the difference between the market value of the defaulted
municipal bond and the market value of similar municipal bonds that are not
in default. As a result, FMR may be limited in its ability to manage the
fund to the extent that it holds defaulted municipal bonds, which will
limit its ability in certain circumstances to purchase other municipal
bonds. While a defaulted municipal bond is held by the fund, the fund
continues to pay the insurance premium thereon but also collects interest
payments from the insurer and retains the right to collect the full amount
of principal from the insurer when the municipal bond comes due. The fund
expects that the market value of a defaulted municipal bond covered by
issuer insurance will generally be greater than the market value of an
otherwise comparable defaulted municipal bond covered by fund insurance.
PRINCIPAL BOND INSURERS. AMBAC Indemnity Corporation (AMBAC Indemnity)
is a Wisconsin-domiciled stock insurance corporation regulated by the
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance of the State of Wisconsin and
licensed to do business in 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, with admitted assets of approximately
$2,292,000,000 (unaudited) and statutory capital of approximately
$1,283,000,000 (unaudited) as of September 30, 1995. Statutory capital
consists of AMBAC Indemnity's policyholders' capital and surplus of
$814,775,000 and statutory contingency reserve of $468,303,000. AMBAC
Indemnity is a wholly owned subsidiary of AMBAC Inc., a 100% publicly-held
company. Moody's and S&P have both assigned a triple-A claims-paying
ability rating to AMBAC Indemnity.
Financial Security Assurance Inc. (Financial Security) is a "Aaa/AAA" rated
monoline insurance company incorporated in 1984 under the laws of the State
of New York. Financial Security is licensed, directly or through its
subsidiaries, to engage in financial guaranty insurance business in all 50
states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.
The claims-paying ability of Financial Security is rated "Aaa" by Moody's
Investors Service, Inc. and "AAA" by Standard & Poor's Ratings Services. As
of September 30, 1995 Financial Security's unearned premium reserve was
$216,931, total shareholder's equity was $590,473 total unearned premium
reserve and shareholder's equity was $807,404, and qualified statutory
capital of $495,000,000 consisting of capital and surplus of $352,000,000
and contingency reserve of $143,000,000.
On December 20, 1995, Capital Guaranty Corporation (CGC) merged with a
subsidiary of Financial Security Assurance Holdings Ltd. (Holdings) and
Capital Guaranty Insurance Company (CGIC), CGC's principal operating
subsidiary, changed its name to Financial Security Assurance of Maryland
Inc. (FSA Maryland) and became a wholly owned subsidiary of Financial
Security.
FGIC Corporation, through its wholly owned subsidiary Financial Guaranty
Insurance Company, is a leading insurer of municipal bonds, including new
issues and bonds held in unit investment trusts and mutual funds. Municipal
bonds insured by Financial Guaranty are rated Aaa/AAA/AAA by Moody's, S&P,
and Fitch, respectively. In accordance with statutory accounting
principles, Financial Guaranty's capital base as of September 30, 1995
totalled $1.4 billion, comprised of capital and surplus of $994.5 million
and a contingency reserve of $386.5 million.
Municipal Bond Investors Assurance Corporation (MBIA) is the principal
operating subsidiary of MBIA Inc., a New York Stock Exchange listed
company. MBIA Inc. is not obligated to pay the debts of, or claims against,
MBIA. MBIA is a limited liability corporation rather than a several
liability association. MBIA is domiciled in the state of New York and
licensed to do business in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and the
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Moody's rates all bond issues insured by MBIA
"Aaa" and short-term loans "MIG-1," both designated to be of the highest
quality; S&P rates all new issues insured by MBIA "AAA" Prime Grade. As of
September 30, 1995, the Insurer had admitted assets of $3.7 billion
(unaudited), total liabilities of $2.5 billion (unaudited), total capital
and surplus of $1.2 billion (unaudited), contingency reserve of
$713,324,000 and qualified statutory capital of $1,907,780,000 determined
in accordance with statutory accounting practices prescribed or permitted
by insurance regulatory authorities.
INTERFUND BORROWING PROGRAM. Pursuant to an exemptive order issued by the
SEC, the fund has received permission to lend money to, and borrow money
from, other funds advised by FMR or its affiliates, but will participate in
the interfund borrowing program only as a borrower. Interfund borrowings
normally extend overnight, but can have a maximum duration of seven days. A
fund will borrow through the program only when the costs are equal to or
lower than the costs of bank loans. Loans may be called on one day's
notice, and a fund may have to borrow from a bank at a higher interest rate
if an interfund loan is called or not renewed.
INVERSE FLOATERS have variable interest rates that typically move in the
opposite direction from prevailing short-term interest rate levels - rising
when prevailing short-term interest rates fall, and vice versa. This
interest rate feature can make the prices of inverse floaters considerably
more volatile than bonds with comparable maturities.
LOWER-QUALITY MUNICIPAL SECURITIES. The fund may invest a portion of its
assets in lower-quality municipal securities as described in the
Prospectus.
While the market for municipals is considered to be substantial, adverse
publicity and changing investor perceptions may affect the ability of
outside pricing services used by the fund to value its portfolio
securities, and the fund's ability to dispose of lower-quality bonds. The
outside pricing services are monitored by FMR and reported to the Board to
determine whether the services are furnishing prices that accurately
reflect fair value. The impact of changing investor perceptions may be
especially pronounced in markets where municipal securities are thinly
traded.
The fund may choose, at its expense or in conjunction with others, to
pursue litigation or otherwise exercise its rights as a security holder to
seek to protect the interests of security holders if it determines this to
be in the best interest of the fund's shareholders.
MUNICIPAL MARKET DISRUPTION RISK. The value of municipal securities may be
affected by uncertainties in the municipal market related to legislation or
litigation involving the taxation of municipal securities or the rights of
municipal securities holders in the event of a bankruptcy. Municipal
bankruptcies are relatively rare, and certain provisions of the U.S.
Bankruptcy Code governing such bankruptcies are unclear and remain
untested. Further, the application of state law to municipal issuers could
produce varying results among the states or among municipal securities
issuers within a state. These legal uncertainties could affect the
municipal securities market generally, certain specific segments of the
market, or the relative credit quality of particular securities. Any of
these effects could have a significant impact on the prices of some or all
of the municipal securities held by a fund.
MUNICIPAL SECTORS:
HEALTH CARE. The health care industry is subject to regulatory action by a
number of private and governmental agencies, including federal, state, and
local governmental agencies. A major source of revenues for the health care
industry is payments from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. As a result,
the industry is sensitive to legislative changes and reductions in
governmental spending for such programs. Numerous other factors may affect
the industry, such as general and local economic conditions; demand for
services; expenses (including malpractice insurance premiums); and
competition among health care providers. In the future, the following
elements may adversely affect health care facility operations: adoption of
legislation proposing a national health insurance program; other state or
local health care reform measures; medical and technological advances which
dramatically alter the need for health services or the way in which such
services are delivered; changes in medical coverage which alter the
traditional fee-for-service revenue stream; and efforts by employers,
insurers, and governmental agencies to reduce the costs of health insurance
and health care services.
MUNICIPAL LEASES and participation interests therein may take the form of a
lease, an installment purchase, or a conditional sale contract and are
issued by state and local governments and authorities to acquire land or a
wide variety of equipment and facilities. Generally, the fund will not hold
such obligations directly as a lessor of the property, but will purchase a
participation interest in a municipal obligation from a bank or other third
party. A participation interest gives the fund a specified, undivided
interest in the obligation in proportion to its purchased interest in the
total amount of the obligation.
Municipal leases frequently have risks distinct from those associated with
general obligation or revenue bonds. State constitutions and statutes set
forth requirements that states or municipalities must meet to incur debt.
These may include voter referenda, interest rate limits, or public sale
requirements. Leases, installment purchases, or conditional sale contracts
(which normally provide for title to the leased asset to pass to the
governmental issuer) have evolved as a means for governmental issuers to
acquire property and equipment without meeting their constitutional and
statutory requirements for the issuance of debt. Many leases and contracts
include "non-appropriation clauses" providing that the governmental issuer
has no obligation to make future payments under the lease or contract
unless money is appropriated for such purposes by the appropriate
legislative body on a yearly or other periodic basis. Non-appropriation
clauses free the issuer from debt issuance limitations.
REFUNDING CONTRACTS. The fund may purchase securities on a when-issued
basis in connection with the refinancing of an issuer's outstanding
indebtedness. Refunding contracts require the issuer to sell and the fund
to buy refunded municipal obligations at a stated price and yield on a
settlement date that may be several months or several years in the future.
The fund generally will not be obligated to pay the full purchase price if
it fails to perform under a refunding contract. Instead, refunding
contracts generally provide for payment of liquidated damages to the issuer
(currently 15-20% of the purchase price). The fund may secure its
obligations under a refunding contract by depositing collateral or a letter
of credit equal to the liquidated damages provisions of the refunding
contract. When required by SEC guidelines, the fund will place liquid
assets in a segregated custodial account equal in amount to its obligations
under refunding contracts.
REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS. In a repurchase agreement, the fund purchases a
security and simultaneously commits to sell that security back to the
original seller at an agreed-upon price. The resale price reflects the
purchase price plus an agreed-upon incremental amount which is unrelated to
the coupon rate or maturity of the purchased security. To protect the fund
from risk that the original seller will not fulfill its obligation, the
securities are held in an account of the fund at a bank, marked-to-market
daily, and maintained at a value at least equal to the sale price plus the
accrued incremental amount. While it does not presently appear possible to
eliminate all risks from these transactions (particularly the possibility
that the value of the underlying security will be less than the resale
price, as well as delays and costs to the fund in connection with
bankruptcy proceedings), it is the fund's current policy to engage in
repurchase agreement transactions with parties whose creditworthiness has
been reviewed and found satisfactory by FMR.
RESTRICTED SECURITIES generally can be sold in privately negotiated
transactions, pursuant to an exemption from registration under the
Securities Act of 1933, or in a registered public offering. Where
registration is required, the fund may be obligated to pay all or part of
the registration expense and a considerable period may elapse between the
time it decides to seek registration and the time it may be permitted to
sell a security under an effective registration statement. If, during such
a period, adverse market conditions were to develop, the fund might obtain
a less favorable price than prevailed when it decided to seek registration
of the security.
REVERSE REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS. In a reverse repurchase agreement, the fund
sells a portfolio instrument to another party, such as a bank or
broker-dealer, in return for cash and agrees to repurchase the instrument
at a particular price and time. While a reverse repurchase agreement is
outstanding, the fund will maintain appropriate liquid assets in a
segregated custodial account to cover its obligation under the agreement.
The fund will enter into reverse repurchase agreements only with parties
whose creditworthiness has been found satisfactory by FMR. Such
transactions may increase fluctuations in the market value of the fund's
assets and may be viewed as a form of leverage.
STANDBY COMMITMENTS are puts that entitle holders to same-day settlement at
an exercise price equal to the amortized cost of the underlying security
plus accrued interest, if any, at the time of exercise. The fund may
acquire standby commitments to enhance the liquidity of portfolio
securities.
Ordinarily the fund will not transfer a standby commitment to a third
party, although it could sell the underlying municipal security to a third
party at any time. The fund may purchase standby commitments separate from
or in conjunction with the purchase of securities subject to such
commitments. In the latter case, the fund would pay a higher price for the
securities acquired, thus reducing their yield to maturity.
Issuers or financial intermediaries may obtain letters of credit or other
guarantees to support their ability to buy securities on demand. FMR may
rely upon its evaluation of a bank's credit in determining whether to
support an instrument supported by a letter of credit. In evaluating a
foreign bank's credit, FMR will consider whether adequate public
information about the bank is available and whether the bank may be subject
to unfavorable political or economic developments, currency controls, or
other governmental restrictions that might affect the bank's ability to
honor its credit commitment.
Standby commitments are subject to certain risks, including the ability of
issuers of standby commitments to pay for securities at the time the
commitments are exercised; the fact that standby commitments are not
marketable by the fund; and the possibility that the maturities of the
underlying securities may be different from those of the commitments.
TENDER OPTION BONDS are created by coupling an intermediate- or long-term,
fixed-rate, tax-exempt bond (generally held pursuant to a custodial
arrangement) with a tender agreement that gives the holder the option to
tender the bond at its face value. As consideration for providing the
tender option, the sponsor (usually a bank, broker-dealer, or other
financial institution) receives periodic fees equal to the difference
between the bond's fixed coupon rate and the rate (determined by a
remarketing or similar agent) that would cause the bond, coupled with the
tender option, to trade at par on the date of such determination. After
payment of the tender option fee, the fund effectively holds a demand
obligation that bears interest at the prevailing short-term tax-exempt
rate. In selecting tender option bonds for the fund, FMR will consider the
creditworthiness of the issuer of the underlying bond, the custodian, and
the third party provider of the tender option. In certain instances, a
sponsor may terminate a tender option if, for example, the issuer of the
underlying bond defaults on interest payments.
VARIABLE OR FLOATING RATE OBLIGATIONS, including certain participation
interests in municipal instruments, have interest rate adjustment formulas
that help stabilize their market values. Many variable and floating rate
instruments also carry demand features that permit the fund to sell them at
par value plus accrued interest on short notice.
In many instances bonds and participation interests have tender options or
demand features that permit the fund to tender (or put) the bonds to an
institution at periodic intervals and to receive the principal amount
thereof. The fund considers variable rate instruments structured in this
way (Participating VRDOs) to be essentially equivalent to other VRDOs it
purchases. The IRS has not ruled whether the interest on Participating
VRDOs is tax-exempt and, accordingly, the fund intends to purchase these
instruments based on opinions of bond counsel. A fund may also invest in
fixed-rate bonds that are subject to third party puts and in participation
interests in such bonds held by a bank in trust or otherwise.
ZERO COUPON BONDS do not make regular interest payments. Instead, they are
sold at a deep discount from their face value and are redeemed at face
value when they mature. Because zero coupon bonds do not pay current
income, their prices can be very volatile when interest rates change. In
calculating its daily dividend, the fund takes into account as income a
portion of the difference between a zero coupon bond's purchase price and
its face value.
PORTFOLIO TRANSACTIONS
All orders for the purchase or sale of portfolio securities are placed on
behalf of the funds by FMR pursuant to authority contained in the fund's
management contract. FMR is also responsible for the placement of
transaction orders for other investment companies and accounts for which it
or its affiliates act as investment adviser. In selecting broker-dealers,
subject to applicable limitations of the federal securities laws, FMR
considers various relevant factors, including, but not limited to, the size
and type of the transaction; the nature and character of the markets for
the security to be purchased or sold; the execution efficiency, settlement
capability, and financial condition of the broker-dealer firm; the
broker-dealer's execution services rendered on a continuing basis; and the
reasonableness of any commissions.
The fund may execute portfolio transactions with broker-dealers who provide
research and execution services to the fund or other accounts over which
FMR or its affiliates exercise investment discretion. Such services may
include advice concerning the value of securities; the advisability of
investing in, purchasing, or selling securities; and the availability of
securities or the purchasers or sellers of securities. In addition, such
broker-dealers may furnish analyses and reports concerning issuers,
industries, securities, economic factors and trends, portfolio strategy,
and performance of accounts; effect securities transactions, and perform
functions incidental thereto (such as clearance and settlement). The
selection of such broker-dealers generally is made by FMR (to the extent
possible consistent with execution considerations) based upon the quality
of research and execution services provided.
The receipt of research from broker-dealers that execute transactions on
behalf of the fund may be useful to FMR in rendering investment management
services to the fund or its other clients, and conversely, such research
provided by broker-dealers who have executed transaction orders on behalf
of other FMR clients may be useful to FMR in carrying out its obligations
to the fund. The receipt of such research has not reduced FMR's normal
independent research activities; however, it enables FMR to avoid the
additional expenses that could be incurred if FMR tried to develop
comparable information through its own efforts.
Subject to applicable limitations of the federal securities laws,
broker-dealers may receive commissions for agency transactions that are in
excess of the amount of commissions charged by other broker-dealers in
recognition of their research and execution services. In order to cause the
fund to pay such higher commissions, FMR must determine in good faith that
such commissions are reasonable in relation to the value of the brokerage
and research services provided by such executing broker-dealers, viewed in
terms of a particular transaction or FMR's overall responsibilities to the
fund and its other clients. In reaching this determination, FMR will not
attempt to place a specific dollar value on the brokerage and research
services provided, or to determine what portion of the compensation should
be related to those services.
FMR is authorized to use research services provided by and to place
portfolio transactions with brokerage firms that have provided assistance
in the distribution of shares of the fund, or shares of other Fidelity
funds to the extent permitted by law. FMR may use research services
provided by and place agency transactions with Fidelity Brokerage Services,
Inc. (FBSI), a subsidiary of FMR Corp., if the commissions are fair,
reasonable, and comparable to commissions charged by non-affiliated,
qualified brokerage firms for similar services.
Section 11(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 prohibits members of
national securities exchanges from executing exchange transactions for
accounts which they or their affiliates manage, unless certain requirements
are satisfied. Pursuant to such requirements, the Board of Trustees has
authorized FBSI to execute portfolio transactions on national securities
exchanges in accordance with approved procedures and applicable SEC rules.
The Trustees periodically review FMR's performance of its responsibilities
in connection with the placement of portfolio transactions on behalf of the
fund and review the commissions paid by the fund over representative
periods of time to determine if they are reasonable in relation to the
benefits to the fund.
For the fiscal periods ended December 31, 1995 and 1994, the fund's
portfolio turnover rates were 61 % and 56%, respectively.
For fiscal 1995, 1994 and 1993 the fund paid no brokerage
commissions.
From time to time the Trustees will review whether the recapture for the
benefit of the fund of some portion of the brokerage commissions or similar
fees paid by the fund on portfolio transactions is legally permissible and
advisable. The fund seeks to recapture soliciting broker-dealer fees on the
tender of portfolio securities, but at present no other recapture
arrangements are in effect. The Trustees intend to continue to review
whether recapture opportunities are available and are legally permissible
and, if so, to determine in the exercise of their business judgment whether
it would be advisable for the fund to seek such recapture.
Although the Trustees and officers of the fund are substantially the same
as those of other funds managed by FMR, investment decisions for the fund
are made independently from those of other funds managed by FMR or accounts
managed by FMR affiliates. It sometimes happens that the same security is
held in the portfolio of more than one of these funds or accounts.
Simultaneous transactions are inevitable when several funds and accounts
are managed by the same investment adviser, particularly when the same
security is suitable for the investment objective of more than one fund or
account.
When two or more funds are simultaneously engaged in the purchase or sale
of the same security, the prices and amounts are allocated in accordance
with procedures believed to be appropriate and equitable for each fund. In
some cases this system could have a detrimental effect on the price or
value of the security as far as the fund is concerned. In other cases,
however, the ability of the fund to participate in volume transactions will
produce better executions and prices for the fund. It is the current
opinion of the Trustees that the desirability of retaining FMR as
investment adviser to the fund outweighs any disadvantages that may be said
to exist from exposure to simultaneous transactions.
VALUATION OF PORTFOLIO SECURITIES
Valuations of portfolio securities furnished by the pricing service
employed by the fund are based upon a computerized matrix system or
appraisals by the pricing service, in each case in reliance upon
information concerning market transactions and quotations from recognized
municipal securities dealers. The methods used by the pricing service and
the quality of valuations so established are reviewed by officers of the
fund and FSC under the general supervision of the Trustees. There are a
number of pricing services available and the Trustees, on the basis of
on-going evaluation of these services, may use other pricing services or
discontinue the use of any pricing service in whole or in part.
The portfolio insurance of the fund may affect the value of the fund's
shares under certain circumstances. Unless a secondary market insurance
policy is purchased with respect to the portfolio security, the fund
intends to hold any defaulted securities or securities for which there is a
significant risk of default in its portfolio until the default has been
cured or the principal and interest are paid by the issuer or the insurer.
In such circumstances, the fund's Board of Trustees has instructed FMR to
consider in its evaluation of these securities the value of the insurance
guaranteeing the interest and principal payments, as well as the market
value of the portfolio securities and the market value of the securities of
similar issuers whose securities carry similar interest rates. Absent any
unusual or unforeseen circumstances, as a result of the insurance policy
FMR would likely recommend that the fund value the defaulted securities, or
securities for which there is a significant risk of default, at the same
price as securities of a similar nature which are not in default.
PERFORMANCE
The fund may quote performance in various ways. All performance
information supplied by the fund in advertising is historical and is not
intended to indicate future returns. The fund's share price, yield, and
total return fluctuate in response to market conditions and other factors,
and the value of fund shares when redeemed may be more or less than their
original cost.
YIELD CALCULATIONS. Yields for the fund are computed by dividing the fund's
interest income for a given 30-day or one-month period, net of expenses, by
the average number of shares entitled to receive distributions during the
period, dividing this figure by the fund's net asset value (NAV) at the end
of the period, and annualizing the result (assuming compounding of income)
in order to arrive at an annual percentage rate. Income is calculated for
purposes of yield quotations in accordance with standardized methods
applicable to all stock and bond funds. In general, interest income is
reduced with respect to bonds trading at a premium over their par value by
subtracting a portion of the premium from income on a daily basis, and is
increased with respect to bonds trading at a discount by adding a portion
of the discount to daily income. Capital gains and losses generally are
excluded from the calculation.
Income calculated for the purposes of calculating the fund's yield differs
from income as determined for other accounting purposes. Because of the
different accounting methods used, and because of the compounding of income
assumed in yield calculations, the fund's yield may not equal its
distribution rate, the income paid to your account, or the income reported
in the fund's financial statements.
Yield information may be useful in reviewing the fund's performance and
in providing a basis for comparison with other investment alternatives.
However, the fund's yield fluctuates, unlike investments that pay a fixed
interest rate over a stated period of time. When comparing investment
alternatives, investors should also note the quality and maturity of the
portfolio securities of respective investment companies they have chosen to
consider.
Investors should recognize that in periods of declining interest rates the
fund's yield will tend to be somewhat higher than prevailing market rates,
and in periods of rising interest rates the fund's yield will tend to be
somewhat lower. Also, when interest rates are falling, the inflow of net
new money to the fund from the continuous sale of its shares will likely be
invested in instruments producing lower yields than the balance of the
fund's holdings, thereby reducing the fund's current yield. In periods of
rising interest rates, the opposite can be expected to occur.
The fund's tax-equivalent yield is the rate an investor would have to earn
from a fully taxable investment before taxes to equal the fund's tax-free
yield. Tax-equivalent yields are calculated by dividing the fund's yield by
the result of one minus a stated federal or combined federal and state tax
rate. If only a portion of the fund's yield is tax-exempt, only that
portion is adjusted in the calculation.
The following table shows the effect of a shareholder's tax status on
effective yield under federal income tax laws for 1996. It shows the
approximate yield a taxable security must provide at various income
brackets to produce after-tax yields equivalent to those of hypothetical
tax-exempt obligations yielding from 2% to 8%. Of course, no assurance can
be given that the fund will achieve any specific tax-exempt yield. While
the fund invests principally in obligations whose interest is exempt from
federal income tax, other income received by the fund may be taxable.
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1996 TAX RATES AND TAX-EQUIVALENT YIELDS
Federal If individual tax-exempt yield is:
Taxable Income* Tax 2% 3% 4% 5% 6% 7% 8%
Single Return Joint Return Bracket**
Then taxable-equivalent yield is
$ 24,001 - $ 58,150 $ 40,101 - $ 96,900 28% 2.78% 4.17% 5.56% 6.94% 8.33% 9.72% 11.11%
$ 58,151 - $ 121,300 $ 96,901 - $ 147,700 31% 2.90% 4.35% 5.80% 7.25% 8.70% 10.14% 11.59%
$ 121,301 - $ 263,750 $ 147,701 - $ 263,750 36% 3.13% 4.69% 6.25% 7.81% 9.38% 10.94% 12.50%
$ 263,751 & above $ 263,751 & above 39.60% 3.31% 4.97% 6.62% 8.28% 9.93% 11.59% 13.25%
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* Net amount subject to federal income tax after deductions and exemptions.
Assumes ordinary income only.
** Excludes the impact of the phaseout of personal exemptions, limitations
on itemized deductions, and other credits, exclusions, and adjustments
which may increase a taxpayer's marginal tax rate. An increase in a
shareholder's marginal tax rate would increase that shareholder's
tax-equivalent yield.
The fund may invest a portion of its assets in obligations that are subject
to federal income tax. When the fund invests in these obligations, its
tax-equivalent yields will be lower. In the table above, tax-equivalent
yields are calculated assuming investments are 100% federally tax-free.
TOTAL RETURN CALCULATIONS. Total returns quoted in advertising reflect all
aspects of the fund's return, including the effect of reinvesting dividends
and capital gain distributions, and any change in the fund's NAV over a
stated period. Average annual total returns are calculated by determining
the growth or decline in value of a hypothetical historical investment in
the fund over a stated period, and then calculating the annually compounded
percentage rate that would have produced the same result if the rate of
growth or decline in value had been constant over the period. For example,
a cumulative total return of 100% over ten years would produce an average
annual total return of 7.18%, which is the steady annual rate of return
that would equal 100% growth on a compounded basis in ten years. While
average annual total returns are a convenient means of comparing investment
alternatives, investors should realize that the fund's performance is not
constant over time, but changes from year to year, and that average annual
total returns represent averaged figures as opposed to the actual
year-to-year performance of the fund.
In addition to average annual total returns, the fund may quote unaveraged
or cumulative total returns reflecting the simple change in value of an
investment over a stated period. Average annual and cumulative total
returns may be quoted as a percentage or as a dollar amount, and may be
calculated for a single investment, a series of investments, or a series of
redemptions, over any time period. Total returns may be broken down into
their components of income and capital (including capital gains and changes
in share price) in order to illustrate the relationship of these factors
and their contributions to total return. Total returns may be quoted on a
before-tax or after-tax basis. Total returns, yields, and other performance
information may be quoted numerically or in a table, graph, or similar
illustration.
NET ASSET VALUE. Charts and graphs using the fund's net asset values,
adjusted net asset values, and benchmark indices may be used to exhibit
performance. An adjusted NAV includes any distributions paid by the fund
and reflects all elements of its return. Unless otherwise indicated, the
fund's adjusted NAVs are not adjusted for sales charges, if any.
HISTORICAL FUND RESULTS. The following tables show the fund's yields,
tax-equivalent yields, and total returns for periods ended December 31,
1995.
The tax-equivalent yield is based on a 36% federal income tax rate. Note
that the fund may invest in securities whose income is subject to the
federal alternative minimum tax.
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Average Annual Total Returns Cumulative Total Returns
30-Day Tax- One Five One Five
Yield Equivalent Year Years Ten Year Years Ten
Yield Years Years *
Insured
Municipal 4.64% 7.25 % 18.67 % 8.46 % 8.52 % 18.67 % 50.10 % 126.60 %
Income
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* If FMR had not reimbursed certain fund expenses during these periods,
the fund's total returns would have been lower.
The following table shows the income and capital elements of the fund's
cumulative total return. The table compares the fund's return to the record
of the Standard & Poor's Composite Index of 500 Stocks (S&P 500), the Dow
Jones Industrial Average (DJIA), and the cost of living (measured by the
Consumer Price Index, or CPI) over the same period. The CPI information is
as of the month end closest to the initial investment date for each fund.
The S&P 500 and DJIA comparisons are provided to show how the fund's total
return compared to the record of a broad average of common stocks and a
narrower set of stocks of major industrial companies, respectively, over
the same period. Of course, since the fund invests in fixed-income
securities, common stocks represent a different type of investment from the
fund. Common stocks generally offer greater growth potential than the fund,
but generally experience greater price volatility, which means greater
potential for loss. In addition, common stocks generally provide lower
income than a fixed-income investment such as the fund. Figures for the S&P
500 and DJIA are based on the prices of unmanaged groups of stocks and,
unlike the fund's returns, do not include the effect of paying brokerage
commissions or other costs of investing.
During the ten year period ended December 31, 1995, a hypothetical $10,000
investment in Insured Municipal Income would have grown to
$ 22,660 , assuming all distributions were reinvested. This was a
period of fluctuating interest rates and bond prices and the figures below
should not be considered representative of the dividend income or capital
gain or loss that could be realized from an investment in the fund today.
INSURED MUNICIPAL INCOME IND ICES
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Period Ended Value of Value of Value of Total S&P 500 DJIA Cost of
December 31 Initial Reinvested Reinvested Value Living**
$10,000 Dividend Capital Gain
Investment Distribution Distributions
1995 $ 11,769 $ 10,046 $ 845 $ 22,660 $ 40,054 $ 45,315 $ 14,044
1994 10,450 7,908 737 19,095 29,114 33,338 13,696
1993 12,092 7,952 650 20,694 28,735 31,759 13,339
1992 11,457 6,540 180 18,177 26,104 27,146 12,983
1991 11,369 5,464 11 16,844 24,251 25,300 12,617
1990 10,841 4,246 10 15,097 18,585 20,347 12,242
1989 10,802 3,287 10 14,099 19,183 20,457 11,537
1988 10,538 2,334 10 12,882 14,567 15,526 11,025
1987 10,127 1,449 9 11,585 12,492 13,394 10,558
1986 11,075 758 0 11,833 11,868 12,703 10,110
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** From month-end closest to initial investment date.
Explanatory Notes: With an initial investment of $10,000 made on January 1,
1986, the net amount invested in fund shares was $10,000. The cost of the
initial investment ($10,000), together with the aggregate cost of
reinvested dividends and capital gain distributions for the period covered
(their cash value at the time they were reinvested), amounted to
$ 20,232 . If distributions had not been reinvested, the amount of
distributions earned from the fund over time would have been smaller, and
cash payments for the period would have amounted to $ 6,704 for
dividends and $ 516 for capital gains distributions. Tax consequences
of different investments have not been factored into the above figures.
PERFORMANCE COMPARISONS. The fund's performance may be compared to the
performance of other mutual funds in general, or to the performance of
particular types of mutual funds. These comparisons may be expressed as
mutual fund rankings prepared by Lipper Analytical Services, Inc. (Lipper),
an independent service located in Summit, New Jersey that monitors the
performance of mutual funds. Lipper generally ranks funds on the basis of
total return, assuming reinvestment of distributions, but does not take
sales charges or redemption fees into consideration, and is prepared
without regard to tax consequences. Lipper may also rank funds based on
yield. In addition to the mutual fund rankings, the fund's performance may
be compared to stock, bond, and money market mutual fund performance
indices prepared by Lipper or other organizations. When comparing these
indices, it is important to remember the risk and return characteristics of
each type of investment. For example, while stock mutual funds may offer
higher potential returns, they also carry the highest degree of share price
volatility. Likewise, money market funds may offer greater stability of
principal, but generally do not offer the higher potential returns
available from stock mutual funds.
From time to time, the fund's performance may also be compared to other
mutual funds tracked by financial or business publications and periodicals.
For example, the fund may quote Morningstar, Inc. in its advertising
materials. Morningstar, Inc. is a mutual fund rating service that rates
mutual funds on the basis of risk-adjusted performance. Rankings that
compare the performance of Fidelity funds to one another in appropriate
categories over specific periods of time may also be quoted in advertising.
The fund may be compared in advertising to Certificates of Deposit (CDs) or
other investments issued by banks or other depository institutions. Mutual
funds differ from bank investments in several respects. For example, the
fund may offer greater liquidity or higher potential returns than CDs, the
fund does not guarantee your principal or your return, and fund shares are
not FDIC insured.
Fidelity may provide information designed to help individuals understand
their investment goals and explore various financial strategies. Such
information may include information about current economic, market, and
political conditions; materials that describe general principles of
investing, such as asset allocation, diversification, risk tolerance, and
goal setting; questionnaires designed to help create a personal financial
profile; worksheets used to project savings needs based on assumed rates of
inflation and hypothetical rates of return; and action plans offering
investment alternatives. Materials may also include discussions of
Fidelity's asset allocation funds and other Fidelity funds, products, and
services.
Ibbotson Associates of Chicago, Illinois (Ibbotson) provides historical
returns of the capital markets in the United States, including common
stocks, small capitalization stocks, long-term corporate bonds,
intermediate-term government bonds, long-term government bonds, Treasury
bills, the U.S. rate of inflation (based on the CPI), and combinations of
various capital markets. The performance of these capital markets is based
on the returns of different indices.
Fidelity funds may use the performance of these capital markets in order to
demonstrate general risk-versus-reward investment scenarios. Performance
comparisons may also include the value of a hypothetical investment in any
of these capital markets. The risks associated with the security types in
any capital market may or may not correspond directly to those of the
funds. Ibbotson calculates total returns in the same method as the funds.
The funds may also compare performance to that of other compilations or
indices that may be developed and made available in the future.
A fund may compare its performance or the performance of securities in
which it may invest to averages published by IBC USA (Publications), Inc.
of Ashland, Massachusetts. These averages assume reinvestment of
distributions. The IBC/Donoghue's MONEY FUND AVERAGES(trademark)/Municipal,
which is reported in the MONEY FUND REPORT(registered trademark), covers
over 395 tax-free money market funds. The Bond Fund Report
AverageS(trademark)/Municipal, which is reported in the BOND FUND
REPORT(registered trademark), covers over 559 tax-free bond funds.
When evaluating comparisons to money market funds, investors should
consider the relevant differences in investment objectives and policies.
Specifically, money market funds invest in short-term, high-quality
instruments and seek to maintain a stable $1.00 share price. The fund,
however, invests in longer-term instruments and its share price changes
daily in response to a variety of factors.
The fund may compare and contrast in advertising the relative advantages of
investing in a mutual fund versus an individual municipal bond. Unlike
tax-free mutual funds, individual municipal bonds offer a stated rate of
interest and, if held to maturity, repayment of principal. Although some
individual municipal bonds might offer a higher return, they do not offer
the reduced risk of a mutual fund that invests in many different
securities. The initial investment requirements and sales charges of many
tax-free mutual funds are lower than the purchase cost of individual
municipal bonds, which are generally issued in $5,000 denominations and are
subject to direct brokerage costs.
In advertising materials, Fidelity may reference or discuss its products
and services, which may include other Fidelity funds; retirement investing;
brokerage products and services; model portfolios or allocations; saving
for college or other goals; charitable giving; and the Fidelity credit
card. In addition, Fidelity may quote or reprint financial or business
publications and periodicals as they relate to current economic and
political conditions, fund management, portfolio composition, investment
philosophy, investment techniques, the desirability of owning a particular
mutual fund, and Fidelity services and products. Fidelity may also reprint,
and use as advertising and sales literature, articles from Fidelity Focus,
a quarterly magazine provided free of charge to Fidelity fund shareholders.
The fund may present its fund number, Quotron(trademark) number, and CUSIP
number, and discuss or quote its current portfolio manager.
VOLATILITY. The fund may quote various measures of volatility and benchmark
correlation in advertising. In addition, the fund may compare these
measures to those of other funds. Measures of volatility seek to compare
the fund's historical share price fluctuations or total returns to those of
a benchmark. Measures of benchmark correlation indicate how valid a
comparative benchmark may be. All measures of volatility and correlation
are calculated using averages of historical data. In advertising, the fund
may also discuss or illustrate examples of interest rate sensitivity.
MOMENTUM INDICATORS indicate the fund's price movements over specific
periods of time. Each point on the momentum indicator represents the fund's
percentage change in price movements over that period.
The fund may advertise examples of the effects of periodic investment
plans, including the principle of dollar cost averaging. In such a program,
an investor invests a fixed dollar amount in a fund at periodic intervals,
thereby purchasing fewer shares when prices are high and more shares when
prices are low. While such a strategy does not assure a profit or guard
against loss in a declining market, the investor's average cost per share
can be lower than if fixed numbers of shares are purchased at the same
intervals. In evaluating such a plan, investors should consider their
ability to continue purchasing shares during periods of low price levels.
As of December 31, 1995, FMR advised over $ 26.5 billion in tax-free
fund assets, $ 81 billion in money market fund assets, $ 240
billion in equity fund assets, $ 49 billion in international fund
assets, and $ 23 billion in Spartan fund assets. The fund may
reference the growth and variety of money market mutual funds and the
adviser's innovation and participation in the industry. The equity funds
under management figure represents the largest amount of equity fund assets
under management by a mutual fund investment adviser in the United States,
making FMR America's leading equity (stock) fund manager. FMR, its
subsidiaries, and affiliates maintain a worldwide information and
communications network for the purpose of researching and managing
investments abroad.
In addition to performance rankings, each fund may compare its total
expense ratio to the average total expense ratio of similar funds tracked
by Lipper. A fund's total expense ratio is a significant factor in
comparing bond and money market investments because of its effect on yield.
ADDITIONAL PURCHASE AND REDEMPTION INFORMATION
The fund is open for business and its net asset value per share (NAV) is
calculated each day the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is open for trading.
The NYSE has designated the following holiday closings for 1996: New Year's
Day, President's Day (observed), Good Friday, Memorial Day (observed),
Independence Day (observed), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas
Day. Although FMR expects the same holiday schedule to be observed in the
future, the NYSE may modify its holiday schedule at any time. In addition,
the fund will not process wire purchases and redemptions on days when the
Federal Reserve Wire System is closed.
FSC normally determines the fund's NAV as of the close of the NYSE
(normally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time). However, NAV may be calculated earlier
if trading on the NYSE is restricted or as permitted by the Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC). To the extent that portfolio securities are
traded in other markets on days when the NYSE is closed, the fund's NAV may
be affected on days when investors do not have access to the fund to
purchase or redeem shares. In addition, trading in some of the fund's
portfolio securities may not occur on days when the fund is open for
business.
If the Trustees determine that existing conditions make cash payments
undesirable, redemption payments may be made in whole or in part in
securities or other property, valued for this purpose as they are valued in
computing the fund's NAV. Shareholders receiving securities or other
property on redemption may realize a gain or loss for tax purposes, and
will incur any costs of sale, as well as the associated inconveniences.
Pursuant to Rule 11a-3 under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the 1940
Act), the fund is required to give shareholders at least 60 days' notice
prior to terminating or modifying its exchange privilege. Under the Rule,
the 60-day notification requirement may be waived if (i) the only effect of
a modification would be to reduce or eliminate an administrative fee,
redemption fee, or deferred sales charge ordinarily payable at the time of
an exchange, or (ii) the fund suspends the redemption of the shares to be
exchanged as permitted under the 1940 Act or the rules and regulations
thereunder, or the fund to be acquired suspends the sale of its shares
because it is unable to invest amounts effectively in accordance with its
investment objective and policies.
In the Prospectus, the fund has notified shareholders that it reserves the
right at any time, without prior notice, to refuse exchange purchases by
any person or group if, in FMR's judgment, the fund would be unable to
invest effectively in accordance with its investment objective and
policies, or would otherwise potentially be adversely affected.
DISTRIBUTIONS AND TAXES
DISTRIBUTIONS. If you request to have distributions mailed to you and the
U.S. Postal Service cannot deliver your checks, or if your checks remain
uncashed for six months, Fidelity may reinvest your distributions at the
then-current NAV. All subsequent distributions will then be reinvested
until you provide Fidelity with alternate instructions.
DIVIDENDS. To the extent that the fund's income is designated as federally
tax-exempt interest, the daily dividends declared by the fund are also
federally tax-exempt. Short-term capital gains are distributed as dividend
income, but do not qualify for the dividends-received deduction. These
gains will be taxed as ordinary income. The fund will send each shareholder
a notice in January describing the tax status of dividend and capital gain
distributions (if any) for the prior year.
Shareholders are required to report tax-exempt income on their federal tax
returns. Shareholders who earn other income, such as Social Security
benefits, may be subject to federal income tax on up to 85% of such
benefits to the extent that their income, including tax-exempt income,
exceeds certain base amounts.
The fund purchases municipal securities that are free from federal income
tax based on opinions of counsel regarding their tax status. These opinions
generally will be based on covenants by the issuers or other parties
regarding continuing compliance with federal tax requirements. If at any
time the covenants are not complied with, distribution to shareholders of
interest on a security could become federally taxable retroactive to the
date the security was issued. For certain types of structure securities,
opinions of counsel may also be based on the effect of the structure on the
federal tax treatment of the income.
As a result of the Tax Reform Act of 1986, interest on certain "private
activity" securities is subject to the federal alternative minimum tax
(AMT), although the interest continues to be excludable from gross income
for other tax purposes. Interest from private activity securities will be
considered tax-exempt for purposes of the fund's policies of investing so
that at least 80% of its assets is invested in municipal securities whose
interest is exempt from federal taxes. Interest from private activity
securities is a tax preference item for the purposes of determining whether
a taxpayer is subject to the AMT and the amount of AMT to be paid, if any.
Private activity securities issued after August 7, 1986 to benefit a
private or industrial user or to finance a private facility are affected by
this rule.
A portion of the gain on bonds purchased with market discount after April
30, 1993 and short-term capital gains distributed by the fund are taxable
to shareholders as dividends, not as capital gains.
Corporate investors should note that a tax preference item for purposes of
the corporate AMT is 75% of the amount by which adjusted current earnings
(which includes tax-exempt interest) exceeds the alternative minimum
taxable income of the corporation. If a shareholder receives an
exempt-interest dividend and sells shares at a loss after holding them for
a period of six months or less, the loss will be disallowed to the extent
of the amount of exempt-interest dividend.
CAPITAL GAIN DISTRIBUTIONS. Long-term capital gains earned by the fund on
the sale of securities and distributed to shareholders are federally
taxable as long-term capital gains, regardless of the length of time
shareholders have held their shares. If a shareholder receives a long-term
capital gain distribution on shares of the fund, and such shares are held
six months or less and are sold at a loss, the portion of the loss equal to
the amount of the long-term capital gain distribution will be considered a
long-term loss for tax purposes. Short-term capital gains distributed by
the fund are taxable to shareholders as dividends, not as capital gains.
As of December 31 , 1995, the fund had a capital loss carryforward
aggregating approximately $3,511,000. This loss carryforward, all of which,
will expire on December 31, 2003, is available to offset future capital
gains.
TAX STATUS OF THE FUND. The fund intends to qualify each year as a
"regulated investment company" for tax purposes so that it will not be
liable for federal tax on income and capital gains distributed to
shareholders. In order to qualify as a regulated investment company and
avoid being subject to federal income or excise taxes at the fund level,
the fund intends to distribute substantially all of its net investment
income and net realized capital gains within each calendar year as well as
on a fiscal year basis. The fund intends to comply with other tax rules
applicable to regulated investment companies, including a requirement that
capital gains from the sale of securities held less than three months
constitute less than 30% of the fund's gross income for each fiscal year.
Gains from some futures contracts and options are included in this 30%
calculation, which may limit the fund's investments in such instruments.
The fund is treated as a separate entity from the other funds of Fidelity
Municipal Trust for tax purposes.
OTHER TAX INFORMATION. The information above is only a summary of some of
the tax consequences generally affecting the fund and its shareholders, and
no attempt has been made to discuss individual tax consequences. In
addition to federal income taxes, shareholders may be subject to state and
local taxes on fund distributions, and shares may be subject to state and
local personal property taxes. Investors should consult their tax advisers
to determine whether the fund is suitable to their particular tax
situation.
FMR
All of the stock of FMR is owned by FMR Corp., its parent organized in
1972. The voting common stock of FMR Corp. is divided into two classes.
Class B is held predominantly by members of the Edward C. Johnson 3d family
and is entitled to 49% of the vote on any matter acted upon by the voting
common stock. Class A is held predominantly by non-Johnson family member
employees of FMR Corp. and its affiliates and is entitled to 51% of the
vote on any such matter. The Johnson family group and all other Class B
shareholders have entered into a shareholders' voting agreement under which
all Class B shares will be voted in accordance with the majority vote of
Class B shares. Under the 1940 Act, control of a company is presumed where
one individual or group of individuals owns more than 25% of the voting
stock of that company. Therefore, through their ownership of voting common
stock and the execution of the shareholders' voting agreement, members of
the Johnson family may be deemed, under the 1940 Act, to form a controlling
group with respect to FMR Corp.
At present, the principal operating activities of FMR Corp. are those
conducted by three of its divisions as follows: FSC, which is the transfer
and shareholder servicing agent for certain of the funds advised by FMR;
Fidelity Investments Institutional Operations Company, which performs
shareholder servicing functions for institutional customers and funds sold
through intermediaries; and Fidelity Investments Retail Marketing Company,
which provides marketing services to various companies within the Fidelity
organization.
Fidelity investment personnel may invest in securities for their own
account pursuant to a code of ethics that sets forth all employees'
fiduciary responsibilities regarding the funds, establishes procedures for
personal investing and restricts certain transactions. For example, all
personal trades in most securities require pre-clearance, and participation
in initial public offerings is prohibited. In addition, restrictions on the
timing of personal investing in relation to trades by Fidelity funds and on
short-term trading have been adopted.
TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS
The Trustees and executive officers of the trust are listed below. Except
as indicated, each individual has held the office shown or other offices in
the same company for the last five years. All persons named as Trustees
also serve in similar capacities for other funds advised by FMR. The
business address of each Trustee and officer who is an "interested person"
(as defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940) is 82 Devonshire Street,
Boston, Massachusetts 02109, which is also the address of FMR. The business
address of all the other Trustees is Fidelity Investments, P.O. Box 9235,
Boston, Massachusetts 02205-9235. Those Trustees who are "interested
persons" by virtue of their affiliation with either the trust or FMR are
indicated by an asterisk (*).
*EDWARD C. JOHNSON 3d ( 65 ), Trustee and President, is Chairman,
Chief Executive Officer and a Director of FMR Corp.; a Director and
Chairman of the Board and of the Executive Committee of FMR; Chairman and a
Director of FMR Texas Inc., Fidelity Management & Research (U.K.) Inc., and
Fidelity Management & Research (Far East) Inc.
*J. GARY BURKHEAD ( 54 ), Trustee and Senior Vice President, is
President of FMR; and President and a Director of FMR Texas Inc., Fidelity
Management & Research (U.K.) Inc., and Fidelity Management & Research (Far
East) Inc.
RALPH F. COX ( 63 ), Trustee (1991), is a consultant to Western Mining
Corporation (1994). Prior to February 1994, he was President of Greenhill
Petroleum Corporation (petroleum exploration and production, 1990). Until
March 1990, Mr. Cox was President and Chief Operating Officer of Union
Pacific Resources Company (exploration and production). He is a Director of
Sanifill Corporation (non-hazardous waste, 1993) and CH2M Hill Companies
(engineering). In addition, he served on the Board of Directors of the
Norton Company (manufacturer of industrial devices, 1983-1990) and
continues to serve on the Board of Directors of the Texas State Chamber of
Commerce, and is a member of advisory boards of Texas A&M University and
the University of Texas at Austin.
PHYLLIS BURKE DAVIS ( 64 ), Trustee (1992). Prior to her retirement in
September 1991, Mrs. Davis was the Senior Vice President of Corporate
Affairs of Avon Products, Inc. She is currently a Director of BellSouth
Corporation (telecommunications), Eaton Corporation (manufacturing, 1991),
and the TJX Companies, Inc. (retail stores, 1990), and previously served as
a Director of Hallmark Cards, Inc. (1985-1991) and Nabisco Brands, Inc. In
addition, she is a member of the President's Advisory Council of The
University of Vermont School of Business Administration.
RICHARD J. FLYNN ( 72 ), Trustee, is a financial consultant. Prior to
September 1986, Mr. Flynn was Vice Chairman and a Director of the Norton
Company (manufacturer of industrial devices). He is currently a Trustee of
College of the Holy Cross and Old Sturbridge Village, Inc., and he
previously served as a Director of Mechanics Bank (1971-1995).
E. BRADLEY JONES ( 68 ), Trustee (1990). Prior to his retirement in
1984, Mr. Jones was Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of LTV Steel
Company. He is a Director of TRW Inc. (original equipment and replacement
products), Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (mining), Consolidated Rail Corporation,
Birmingham Steel Corporation, and RPM, Inc. (manufacturer of chemical
products, 1990), and he previously served as a Director of NACCO
Industries, Inc. (mining and marketing, 1985-1995) and Hyster-Yale
Materials Handling, Inc. (1985-1995). In addition, he serves as a Trustee
of First Union Real Estate Investments, a Trustee and member of the
Executive Committee of the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, a Trustee and
member of the Executive Committee of University School (Cleveland), and a
Trustee of Cleveland Clinic Florida.
DONALD J. KIRK ( 63 ), Trustee, is Executive-in-Residence (1995) at
Columbia University Graduate School of Business and a financial consultant.
From 1987 to January 1995, Mr. Kirk was a Professor at Columbia University
Graduate School of Business. Prior to 1987, he was Chairman of the
Financial Accounting Standards Board. Mr. Kirk is a Director of General Re
Corporation (reinsurance), and he previously served as a Director of
Valuation Research Corp. (appraisals and valuations, 1993-1995). In
addition, he serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National
Arts Stabilization Fund, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the
Greenwich Hospital Association, and as a Member of the Public Oversight
Board of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants' SEC
Practice Section (1995).
*PETER S. LYNCH ( 53 ), Trustee (1990) is Vice Chairman and Director
of FMR (1992). Prior to May 31, 1990, he was a Director of FMR and
Executive Vice President of FMR (a position he held until March 31, 1991);
Vice President of Fidelity Magellan Fund and FMR Growth Group Leader; and
Managing Director of FMR Corp. Mr. Lynch was also Vice President of
Fidelity Investments Corporate Services (1991-1992). He is a Director of
W.R. Grace & Co. (chemicals) and Morrison Knudsen Corporation (engineering
and construction). In addition, he serves as a Trustee of Boston College,
Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary, Historic Deerfield (1989) and Society
for the Preservation of New England Antiquities, and as an Overseer of the
Museum of Fine Arts of Boston (1990).
GERALD C. McDONOUGH ( 66 ), Trustee, is Chairman of G.M. Management
Group (strategic advisory services). Prior to his retirement in July 1988,
he was Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Leaseway Transportation
Corp. (physical distribution services). Mr. McDonough is a Director of
ACME-Cleveland Corp. (metal working, telecommunications and electronic
products), Brush-Wellman Inc. (metal refining), York International Corp.
(air conditioning and refrigeration), Commercial Intertech Corp. (water
treatment equipment, 1992), and Associated Estates Realty Corporation (a
real estate investment trust, 1993).
EDWARD H. MALONE ( 71 ), Trustee. Prior to his retirement in 1985, Mr.
Malone was Chairman, General Electric Investment Corporation and a Vice
President of General Electric Company. He is a Director of Allegheny Power
Systems, Inc. (electric utility), General Re Corporation (reinsurance) and
Mattel Inc. (toy manufacturer). In addition, he serves as a Trustee of the
Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts, and Rensselaer Polytechnic
Institute, and he is a member of the Advisory Boards of Butler Capital
Corporation Funds and Warburg, Pincus Partnership Funds.
MARVIN L. MANN ( 62 ), Trustee (1993) is Chairman of the Board,
President, and Chief Executive Officer of Lexmark International, Inc.
(office machines, 1991). Prior to 1991, he held the positions of Vice
President of International Business Machines Corporation ("IBM") and
President and General Manager of various IBM divisions and subsidiaries.
Mr. Mann is a Director of M.A. Hanna Company (chemicals, 1993) and Infomart
(marketing services, 1991), a Trammell Crow Co. In addition, he serves as
the Campaign Vice Chairman of the Tri-State United Way (1993) and is a
member of the University of Alabama President's Cabinet (1990).
THOMAS R. WILLIAMS ( 67 ), Trustee, is President of The Wales Group,
Inc. (management and financial advisory services). Prior to retiring in
1987, Mr. Williams served as Chairman of the Board of First Wachovia
Corporation (bank holding company), and Chairman and Chief Executive
Officer of The First National Bank of Atlanta and First Atlanta Corporation
(bank holding company). He is currently a Director of BellSouth Corporation
(telecommunications), ConAgra, Inc. (agricultural products), Fisher
Business Systems, Inc. (computer software), Georgia Power Company (electric
utility), Gerber Alley & Associates, Inc. (computer software), National
Life Insurance Company of Vermont, American Software, Inc., and AppleSouth,
Inc. (restaurants, 1992).
FRED L. HENNING, JR. ( 56 ), Vice President, is Vice President of
Fidelity's money market (1994) and fixed-income (1995) funds and Senior
Vice President of FMR Texas Inc.
ARTHUR S. LORING ( 48 ), Secretary, is Senior Vice President (1993)
and General Counsel of FMR, Vice President-Legal of FMR Corp., and Vice
President and Clerk of FDC.
KENNETH A. RATHGEBER ( 48 ), Treasurer (1995), is Treasurer of the
Fidelity funds and is an employee of FMR (1995). Before joining FMR, Mr.
Rathgeber was a Vice President of Goldman Sachs & Co. (1978-1995), where he
served in various positions, including Vice President of Proprietary
Accounting (1988-1992), Global Co-Controller (1992-1994), and Chief
Operations Officer of Goldman Sachs (Asia) LLC (1994-1995)
JOHN H. COSTELLO ( 49 ), Assistant Treasurer, is an employee of FMR.
LEONARD M. RUSH ( 50 ), Assistant Treasurer (1994), is an employee of
FMR (1994). Prior to becoming Assistant Treasurer of the Fidelity funds,
Mr. Rush was Chief Compliance Officer of FMR Corp. (1993-1994); Chief
Financial Officer of Fidelity Brokerage Services, Inc. (1990-1993); and
Vice President, Assistant Controller, and Director of the Accounting
Department - First Boston Corp. (1986-1990).
The following table sets forth information describing the compensation of
each current Trustee of the fund for his or her services as trustee for the
fiscal year ended December 31, 1995.
COMPENSATION TABLE
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Trustees Aggregate Pension or Estimated Annual Total
Compensation Retirement Benefits Upon Compensation
from Benefits Accrued Retirement from the Fund
the Fund as Part of Fund from the Complex*
Expenses from the Fund Complex*
Fund Complex*
J. Gary Burkhead ** $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Ralph F. Cox 142 5,200 52,000 12 8 ,000
Phyllis Burke Davis 139 5,200 52,000 12 5 ,000
Richard J. Flynn 178 0 52,000 1 60 , 5 00
Edward C. Johnson 3d ** 0 0 0 0
E. Bradley Jones 142 5,200 49,400 12 8 , 0 00
Donald J. Kirk 146 5,200 52,000 12 9 , 5 00
Peter S. Lynch ** 0 0 0 0
Gerald C. McDonough 142 5,200 52,000 12 8 ,000
Edward H. Malone 142 5,200 44,200 128,000
Marvin L. Mann 142 5,200 52,000 12 8 ,000
Thomas R. Williams 139 5,200 52,000 12 5 , 0 00
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* Information is as of December 31, 1 995 for 2 19 funds in the
complex.
** Interested trustees of the fund are compensated by FMR.
The non-interested Trustees may elect to defer receipt of all or a
percentage of their annual fees in accordance with the terms of a Deferred
Compensation Plan (the "Plan"). Under the Plan, compensation deferred by a
Trustee is periodically adjusted as though an equivalent amount had been
invested and reinvested in shares of one or more funds in the complex
designated by such Trustee. The amount paid to the Trustee under the Plan
will be determined based upon the performance of such investments. Deferral
of Trustees' fees in accordance with the Plan will have a negligible effect
on the fund's assets, liabilities, and net income per share, and will not
obligate the fund to retain the services of any Trustee or to pay any
particular level of compensation to the Trustee. The fund may invest in
such designated securities without shareholder approval.
Under a retirement program adopted in July 1988, the non-interested
Trustees, upon reaching age 72, become eligible to participate in a
retirement program under which they receive payments during their lifetime
from a fund based on their basic trustee fees and length of service. The
obligation of a fund to make such payments is not secured or funded.
Trustees become eligible if, at the time of retirement, they have served on
the Board for at least five years. Currently, Messrs. Ralph S. Saul,
William R. Spaulding, Bertram H. Witham, and David L. Yunich, all former
non-interested Trustees, receive retirement benefits under the program.
As of On December 31 , 1995 the Trustees and officers of the
fund owned, in the aggregate, less than 1 % of the fund's total
outstanding shares.
MANAGEMENT CONTRACT
The fund employs FMR to furnish investment advisory and other services.
Under its management contract with the fund, FMR acts as investment adviser
and, subject to the supervision of the Board of Trustees, directs the
investments of the fund in accordance with its investment objective,
policies, and limitations. FMR also provides the fund with all necessary
office facilities and personnel for servicing the fund's investments,
compensates all officers of the fund and all Trustees who are "interested
persons" of the trust or of FMR, and all personnel of the fund or FMR
performing services relating to research, statistical, and investment
activities.
In addition, FMR or its affiliates, subject to the supervision of the Board
of Trustees, provide the management and administrative services necessary
for the operation of the fund. These services include providing facilities
for maintaining the fund's organization; supervising relations with
custodians, transfer and pricing agents, accountants, underwriters, and
other persons dealing with the fund; preparing all general shareholder
communications and conducting shareholder relations; maintaining the fund's
records and the registration of the fund's shares under federal and state
laws; developing management and shareholder services for the fund; and
furnishing reports, evaluations, and analyses on a variety of subjects to
the Trustees.
In addition to the management fee payable to FMR and the fees payable to
UMB, the fund pays all of its expenses, without limitation, that are not
assumed by those parties. The fund pays for the typesetting, printing, and
mailing of its proxy materials to shareholders, legal expenses, and the
fees of the custodian, auditor and non-interested Trustees. Although the
fund's current management contract provides that the fund will pay for
typesetting, printing, and mailing prospectuses, statements of additional
information, notices, and reports to shareholders, the trust, on behalf of
the fund has entered into a revised transfer agent agreement with UMB,
pursuant to which UMB bears the costs of providing these services to
existing shareholders. Other expenses paid by the fund include interest,
taxes, brokerage commissions, and the fund's proportionate share of
insurance premiums and Investment Company Institute dues. The fund is also
liable for such non-recurring expenses as may arise, including costs of any
litigation to which the fund may be a party, and any obligation it may have
to indemnify its officers and Trustees with respect to litigation.
FMR is the fund's manager pursuant to a management contract dated January
1, 1994, which was approved by shareholders on December 15, 1993.
For the services of FMR under the contract, the fund pays FMR a monthly
management fee composed of the sum of two elements: a group fee rate and an
individual fund fee rate.
The group fee rate is based on the monthly average net assets of all of the
registered investment companies with which FMR has management contracts and
is calculated on a cumulative basis pursuant to the graduated fee rate
schedule shown below on the left. The schedule below on the right shows the
effective annual group fee rate at various asset levels, which is the
result of cumulatively applying the annualized rates on the left. For
example, the effective annual fee rate at $ 367 billion of group net
assets - the approximate level for December 1995 - was .1482 %, which
is the weighted average of the respective fee rates for each level of group
net assets up to $ 367 billion.
GROUP FEE RATE SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE ANNUAL FEE RATES
Average Group Annualized Group Net Effective Annual
Assets Rate Assets Fee Rate
0 - $3 billion .3700% $ 0.5 billion .3700%
3 - 6 .3400 25 .2664
6 - 9 .3100 50 .2188
9 - 12 .2800 75 .1986
12 - 15 .2500 100 .1869
15 - 18 .2200 125 .1793
18 - 21 .2000 150 .1736
21 - 24 .1900 175 .1695
24 - 30 .1800 200 .1658
30 - 36 .1750 225 .1629
36 - 42 .1700 250 .1604
42 - 48 .1650 275 .1583
48 - 66 .1600 300 .1565
66 - 84 .1550 325 .1548
84 - 120 .1500 350 .1533
120 - 174 .1450 400 .1507
174 - 228 .1400
228 - 282 .1375
282 - 336 .1350
Over 336 .1325
Prior to January 1, 1994, the group fee rate was based on a schedule
with breakpoints ending at .1500% for average group assets in excess of $84
billion. The group fee rate breakpoints shown for average group assets in
excess of $120 billion and under $228 billion were voluntarily adopted by
FMR on January 1, 1992. The additional breakpoints shown above for average
group assets in excess of $228 billion were voluntarily adopted by FMR on
November 1, 1993. The fund's current management contract reflects these
extensions of the group fee rate schedule.
On August 1, 1994, FMR voluntarily revised the prior extensions to the
group fee rate schedule, and added new breakpoints for average group
assets in excess of $156 billion and under $372 billion as shown in the
schedule below. The revised group fee rate schedule was identical to the
above schedule for average group assets under $156 billion.
On January 1, 1996, FMR voluntarily added new breakpoints to the revised
schedule for average group assets in excess of $372 billion, pending
shareholder approval of a new management contract reflecting the revised
schedule and additional breakpoints. The revised group fee rate schedule
and its extensions provide for lower management fee rates as FMR's assets
under management increase. For average group assets in excess of $156
billion, the revised group fee rate schedule with additional breakpoints
voluntarily adopted by FMR is as follows:
GROUP FEE RATE SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE ANNUAL FEE RATES
Average Group Annualized Group Net Effective Annual
Assets Rate Assets Fee Rate
120 - $156 billion .1450% $ 150 billion .1736%
156 - 192 .1400 175 .1690
192 - 228 .1350 200 .1652
228 - 264 .1300 225 .1618
264 - 300 .1275 250 .1587
300 - 336 .1250 275 .1560
336 - 372 .1225 300 .1536
372 - 408 .1200 325 .1514
408 - 444 .1175 350 . 1494
444 - 480 .1150 375 .1476
480 - 516 .1125 400 .1459
over 516 .1100 425 .1443
450 .14 27
475 .14 13
500 .1399
525 .1385
550 .1372
The individual fund fee rate is .25%. Based on the average group net assets
of the funds advised by FMR for December 1995, the annual management fee
rate would be calculated as follows:
Group Fee Rate Individual Fund Fee Rate Management Fee Rate
.1482 % + .25% = . 3982 %
One-twelfth of this annual management fee rate is applied to the fund's net
assets averaged for the most recent month, giving a dollar amount, which is
the fee for that month.
During the fiscal years ended December 31, 1995, 1994, 1993, FMR received
$ 1,388,652 , $1,589,774 and $1,770,056, respectively, for its
services as investment adviser to the fund. These fees were equivalent to
.40 %, .41%, and .42%, respectively, of the average net assets of the
fund for each of those years.
FMR may, from time to time, voluntarily reimburse all or a portion of the
fund's operating expenses (exclusive of interest, taxes, brokerage
commissions, and extraordinary expenses). FMR retains the ability to be
repaid for these expense reimbursements in the amount that expenses fall
below the limit prior to the end of the fiscal year. Expense reimbursements
by FMR will increase the fund's total returns and yield and repayment of
the reimbursement by the fund will lower its total returns and yield.
To comply with the California Code of Regulations, FMR will reimburse the
fund if and to the extent that the fund's aggregate annual operating
expenses exceed specified percentages of its average net assets. The
applicable percentages are 2 1/2% of the first $30 million, 2% of the next
$70 million, and 1 1/2% of average net assets in excess of $100 million.
When calculating the fund's expenses for purposes of this regulation, the
fund may exclude interest, taxes, brokerage commissions, and extraordinary
expenses, as well as a portion of its distribution plan expenses and
custodian fees attributable to investments in foreign securities.
DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICE PLAN
The Trustees have approved a Distribution and Service Plan on behalf of the
fund (the Plan) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act of
1940 (the Rule). The Rule provides in substance that a mutual fund may not
engage directly or indirectly in financing any activity that is primarily
intended to result in the sale of shares of a fund except pursuant to a
plan approved on behalf of the fund under the Rule. The Plan, as approved
by the Trustees, allows the fund and FMR to incur certain expenses that
might be considered to constitute indirect payment by the fund of
distribution expenses.
Under the Plan, if the payment of management fees by the fund to FMR is
deemed to be indirect financing by the fund of the distribution of its
shares, such payment is authorized by the Plan. The Plan also specifically
recognizes that FMR, either directly or through FDC, may use its management
fee revenue, past profits, or other resources, without limitation, to pay
promotional and administrative expenses in connection with the offer and
sale of shares of the fund. In addition, the Plan provides that FMR may use
its resources, including its management fee revenues, to make payments to
third parties that assist in selling shares of the fund, or to third
parties, including banks, that render shareholder support services.
Payments made by FMR to third parties during the fiscal year ended December
31, 1995 amounted to $ 17,740 .
Prior to approving the Plan, the Trustees carefully considered all
pertinent factors relating to the implementation of the Plan, and have
determined that there is a reasonable likelihood that the Plan will benefit
the the fund and its shareholders. In particular, the Trustees noted that
the Plan does not authorize payments by the fund other than those made to
FMR under its management contract with the fund. To the extent that the
Plan gives FMR and FDC greater flexibility in connection with the
distribution of shares of the fund, additional sales of fund shares may
result. Furthermore, certain shareholder support services may be provided
more effectively under the Plan by local entities with whom shareholders
have other relationships.
The Plan was approved by shareholders on December 30, 1986.
The Glass-Steagall Act generally prohibits federally and state chartered or
supervised banks from engaging in the business of underwriting, selling, or
distributing securities. Although the scope of this prohibition under the
Glass-Steagall Act has not been clearly defined by the courts or
appropriate regulatory agencies, FDC believes that the Glass-Steagall Act
should not preclude a bank from performing shareholder support services, or
servicing and recordkeeping functions. FDC intends to engage banks only to
perform such functions. However, changes in federal or state statutes and
regulations pertaining to the permissible activities of banks and their
affiliates or subsidiaries, as well as further judicial or administrative
decisions or interpretations, could prevent a bank from continuing to
perform all or a part of the contemplated services. If a bank were
prohibited from so acting, the Trustees would consider what actions, if
any, would be necessary to continue to provide efficient and effective
shareholder services. In such event, changes in the operation of the fund
might occur, including possible termination of any automatic investment or
redemption or other services then provided by the bank. It is not expected
that shareholders would suffer any adverse financial consequences as a
result of any of these occurrences. In addition, state securities laws on
this issue may differ from the interpretations of federal law expressed
herein, and banks and financial institutions may be required to register as
dealers pursuant to state law.
The fund may execute portfolio transactions with, and purchase securities
issued by, depository institutions that receive payments under the Plan. No
preference for the instruments of such depository institutions will be
shown in the selection of investments.
CONTRACTS WITH FMR AFFILIATES
UMB Bank, n.a. (UMB) is the fund's custodian and transfer agent. UMB has
entered into a sub-contract with FSC, an affiliate of FMR, under the terms
of which FSC performs the processing activities associated with providing
transfer agent and shareholder servicing functions for the fund. Under the
sub-contract, FSC bears the expense of typesetting, printing, and mailing
prospectuses, statements of additional information, and all other reports,
notices, and statements to shareholders, with the exception of proxy
statements. FSC also pays all out-of-pocket expenses associated with
transfer agent services.
Under this arrangement, FSC receives annual account fees and asset-based
fees for each retail account and certain institutional accounts based on
account size. With respect to certain institutional retirement accounts,
FSC receives asset-based fees only. With respect to certain other
institutional retirement accounts, FSC receives annual account fees and
asset based fees based on fund type. In addition, these fees are subject
to increase based on postal rate changes. FSC also collects small
account fees from certain accounts with balances of less than $2,500.
UMB has an additional sub-contract with FSC, pursuant to which FSC performs
the calculations necessary to determine the fund's net asset value per
share and dividends and maintains the fund's accounting records. The annual
fee rates for these pricing and bookkeeping services are based on the
fund's average net assets, specifically, .04% for the first $500 million of
average net assets and .02% for average net assets in excess of $500
million. The fee is limited to a minimum of $ 60 ,000 and a maximum of
$ 80 0,000 per year.
Pricing and bookkeeping fees, including reimbursement for out-of-pocket
expenses, paid to FSC for fiscal 1995, 1994, and 1993 were $ 152,059 ,
$170,087, and $171,146, respectively. The transfer agent fee and charges
and pricing and bookkeeping fees described above are paid to FSC by UMB
Bank, n.a., which is entitled to reimbursement from the fund for these
expenses.
The fund has a distribution agreement with FDC, a Massachusetts corporation
organized on July 18, 1960. FDC is a broker-dealer registered under the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and is a member of the National Association
of Securities Dealers, Inc. The distribution agreement calls for FDC to use
all reasonable efforts, consistent with its other business, to secure
purchasers for shares of the fund, which are continuously offered at net
asset value. Promotional and administrative expenses in connection with the
offer and sale of shares are paid by FMR.
DESCRIPTION OF THE TRUST
TRUST ORGANIZATION. Fidelity Insured Municipal Income Fund (formerly known
as Fidelity Insured Tax-Free Portfolio) is a fund of Fidelity Municipal
Trust, an open-end management investment company originally organized as a
Maryland corporation on November 22, 1976 and reorganized as a
Massachusetts business trust on June 22, 1984, at which time its name
changed from Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund, Inc. to Fidelity Municipal Bond
Fund. On March 1, 1986, the trust's name was changed to Fidelity Municipal
Trust. Currently, there are seven funds of the trust: Fidelity Municipal
Income Fund; Fidelity Aggressive Municipal Fund; Fidelity Insured Municipal
Income Fund; Fidelity Ohio Municipal Income Fund; Fidelity Michigan
Municipal Income Fund; Fidelity Minnesota Municipal Income Fund; and
Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Income Fund. The Declaration of Trust
permits the Trustees to create additional funds.
In the event that FMR ceases to be the investment adviser to the trust or a
fund, the right of the trust or fund to use the identifying name "Fidelity"
and "Spartan" may be withdrawn.
The assets of the trust received for the issue or sale of shares of each
fund and all income, earnings, profits, and proceeds thereof, subject only
to the rights of creditors, are especially allocated to such fund, and
constitute the underlying assets of such fund. The underlying assets of
each fund are segregated on the books of account, and are to be charged
with the liabilities with respect to such fund and with a share of the
general expenses of the trust. Expenses with respect to the trust are to be
allocated in proportion to the asset value of the respective funds, except
where allocations of direct expense can otherwise be fairly made. The
officers of the trust, subject to the general supervision of the Board of
Trustees, have the power to determine which expenses are allocable to a
given fund, or which are general or allocable to all of the funds. In the
event of the dissolution or liquidation of the trust, shareholders of each
fund are entitled to receive as a class the underlying assets of such fund
available for distribution.
SHAREHOLDER AND TRUSTEE LIABILITY. The trust is an entity of the type
commonly known as a "Massachusetts business trust." Under Massachusetts
law, shareholders of such a trust may, under certain circumstances, be held
personally liable for the obligations of the trust. The Declaration of
Trust provides that the trust shall not have any claim against shareholders
except for the payment of the purchase price of shares and requires that
each agreement, obligation, or instrument entered into or executed by the
trust or the Trustees include a provision limiting the obligations created
thereby to the trust and its assets. The Declaration of Trust provides for
indemnification out of each fund's property of any shareholder held
personally liable for the obligations of the fund. The Declaration of Trust
also provides that each fund shall, upon request, assume the defense of any
claim made against any shareholder for any act or obligation of the fund
and satisfy any judgment thereon. Thus, the risk of a shareholder incurring
financial loss on account of shareholder liability is limited to
circumstances in which a fund itself would be unable to meet its
obligations. FMR believes that, in view of the above, the risk of personal
liability to shareholders is remote.
The Declaration of Trust further provides that the Trustees, if they have
exercised reasonable care, will not be liable for any neglect or
wrongdoing, but nothing in the Declaration of Trust protects Trustees
against any liability to which they would otherwise be subject by reason of
willful misfeasance, bad faith, gross negligence, or reckless disregard of
the duties involved in the conduct of their office.
VOTING RIGHTS. Each fund's capital consists of shares of beneficial
interest. As a shareholder, you receive one vote for each dollar value of
net asset value you own. The shares have no preemptive or conversion
rights; the voting and dividend rights, the right of redemption, and the
privilege of exchange are described in the Prospectus. Shares are fully
paid and nonassessable, except as set forth under the heading "Shareholder
and Trustee Liability" above. Shareholders representing 10% or more of the
trust or a fund may, as set forth in the Declaration of Trust, call
meetings of the trust or a fund for any purpose related to the trust or
fund, as the case may be, including, in the case of a meeting of the entire
trust, the purpose of voting on removal of one or more Trustees. The trust
or any fund may be terminated upon the sale of its assets to another
open-end management investment company, or upon liquidation and
distribution of its assets, if approved by vote of the holders of a
majority of the trust or the fund, as determined by the current value of
each shareholder's investment in the fund or trust. If not so terminated,
the trust and its funds will continue indefinitely.
CUSTODIAN. UMB Bank, n.a., 1010 Grand Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri is
custodian of the assets of the fund. The custodian is responsible for the
safekeeping of a fund's assets and the appointment of the subcustodian
banks and clearing agencies. The custodian takes no part in determining the
investment policies of a fund or in deciding which securities are purchased
or sold by a fund. However, a fund may invest in obligations of the
custodian and may purchase securities from or sell securities to the
custodian. The Bank of New York and Chemical Bank, each headquartered in
New York, also may serve as a special purpose custodian of certain assets
in connection with pooled repurchase agreement transactions.
FMR, its officers and directors, its affiliated companies, and the Board of
Trustees may, from time to time, conduct transactions with various banks,
including banks serving as custodians for certain funds advised by FMR.
Transactions that have occurred to date include mortgages and personal and
general business loans. In the judgment of FMR, the terms and conditions of
those transactions were not influenced by existing or potential custodial
or other fund relationships.
AUDITOR. Coopers & Lybrand L.L.P., One Post Office Square, Boston,
Massachusetts serves as the trust's independent accountant. The auditor
examines financial statements for the fund and provides other audit, tax,
and related services.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The fund's financial statements and financial highlights for the fiscal
year ended December 31, 1995 are included in the fund's Annual Report,
which is a separate report supplied with this Statement of Additional
Information. The fund's financial statements and financial highlights are
incorporated herein by reference.
APPENDIX
DESCRIPTION OF MOODY'S INVESTORS SERVICE, INC.'S MUNICIPAL BOND RATINGS:
AAA - Bonds which are rated Aaa are judged to be of the best quality. They
carry the smallest degree of investment risk and are generally referred to
as "gilt edged." Interest payments are protected by a large or by an
exceptionally stable margin and principal is secure. While the various
protective elements are likely to change, such changes as can be visualized
are most unlikely to impair the fundamentally strong position of such
issues.
AA - Bonds which are rated Aa are judged to be of high quality by all
standards. Together with the Aaa group they comprise what are generally
known as high-grade bonds. They are rated lower than the best bonds because
margins of protection may not be as large as in Aaa securities or
fluctuation of protective elements may be of greater amplitude or there may
be other elements present which make the long-term risks appear somewhat
larger than the Aaa securities.
A - Bonds which are rated A possess many favorable investment attributes
and are to be considered as upper-medium-grade obligations. Factors giving
security to principal and interest are considered adequate but elements may
be present which suggest a susceptibility to impairment sometime in the
future.
BAA - Bonds which are rated Baa are considered as medium-grade obligations,
(i.e., they are neither highly protected nor poorly secured). Interest
payments and principal security appear adequate for the present but certain
protective elements may be lacking or may be characteristically unreliable
over any great length of time. Such bonds lack outstanding investment
characteristics and in fact have speculative characteristics as well.
BA - Bonds which are rated Ba are judged to have speculative elements;
their future cannot be considered as well assured. Often the protection of
interest and principal payments may be very moderate and thereby not well
safeguarded during both good and bad times over the future. Uncertainty of
position characterizes bonds in this class.
B - Bonds which are rated B generally lack characteristics of the
desirable investment. Assurance of interest and principal payments or of
maintenance of other terms of the contract over any long period of time may
be small.
There are nine basic rating categories for long-term obligations. They
range from AAA (highest quality) to C (lowest quality). Those bonds within
the AA, A, BAA, BA and B categories that Moody's believes possess the
strongest credit attributes within those categories are designated by the
symbols AA1, A1, BAA1, BA1 and B1.
DESCRIPTION OF STANDARD & POOR'S CORPORATION'S MUNICIPAL BOND RATINGS:
AAA - Debt rated AAA has the highest rating assigned by Standard & Poor's
to a debt obligation. Capacity to pay interest and repay principal is
extremely strong.
AA - Debt rated AA has a very strong capacity to pay interest and repay
principal and differs from the higher-rated issues only in small degree.
A - Debt rated A has a strong capacity to pay interest and repay principal,
although it is somewhat more susceptible to the adverse effects of changes
in circumstances and economic conditions than debt in higher rated
categories.
BBB - Debt rated BBB is regarded as having an adequate capacity to pay
interest and repay principal. Whereas it normally exhibits adequate
protection parameters, adverse economic conditions or changing
circumstances are more likely to lead to a weakened capacity to pay
interest and repay principal for debt in this category than in higher-rated
categories.
BB - Debt rate d BB has less near-term vulnerability to default than
other speculative issues. However, it faces major ongoing uncertainties or
exposure to adverse business, financial, or economic conditions which could
lead to inadequate capacity to meet timely interest and principal payments.
The BB rating category is also used for debt subordinated to senior debt
that is assigned an actual or implied BBB- rating.
B - Debt rated B has a greater vulnerability to default but currently has
the capacity to meet interest payments and principal repayments. Adverse
business, financial, or economic conditions will likely impair capacity or
willingness to pay interest and repay principal. The B rating category is
also used for debt subordinated to senior debt that is assigned an actual
or implied BB or BB- rating.
FIDELITY MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND
FIDELITY OHIO MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND
Funds of Fidelity Municipal Trust II
FIDELITY MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
FIDELITY MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
FIDELITY OHIO MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
Funds of Fidelity Municipal Trust
CROSS REFERENCE SHEET
FORM N-1A
ITEM NUMBER PROSPECTUS SECTION
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1 .............................. Cover Page
2 a .............................. Expenses
b, c .............................. Contents; The Funds at a Glance; Who May Want
to Invest
3 a .............................. Financial Highlights
b .............................. *
c, d .............................. Performance
4 a i............................. Charter
ii........................... The Funds at a Glance; Investment Principles and
Risks
b .............................. Investment Principles and Risks
c .............................. Who May Want to Invest; Investment Principles
and Risks
5 a .............................. Charter
b i............................. Cover Page; The Funds at a Glance; Charter;
Doing Business with Fidelity
ii........................... Charter
iii.......................... Expenses; Breakdown of Expenses
c .............................. Charter
d .............................. Charter; Breakdown of Expenses
e .............................. Cover Page; Charter
f .............................. Expenses
g i............................. Charter
ii............................ *
5 A .............................. Performance
6 a i............................. Charter
ii........................... How to Buy Shares; How to Sell Shares;
Transaction Details; Exchange Restrictions
iii.......................... Charter
b ............................. *
c .............................. Transaction Details; Exchange Restrictions
d .............................. *
e .............................. Doing Business with Fidelity; How to Buy Shares;
How to Sell Shares; Investor Services
f, g .............................. Dividends, Capital Gains, and Taxes
7 a .............................. Cover Page; Charter
b .............................. Expenses; How to Buy Shares; Transaction Details
c .............................. *
d .............................. How to Buy Shares
e .............................. *
f .............................. Breakdown of Expenses
8 .............................. How to Sell Shares; Investor Services; Transaction
Details; Exchange Restrictions
9 .............................. *
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* Not Applicable
FIDELITY MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND
FIDELITY OHIO MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND
Funds of Fidelity Municipal Trust II
FIDELITY MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
FIDELITY MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
FIDELITY OHIO MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
Funds of Fidelity Municipal Trust
CROSS REFERENCE SHEET
(CONTINUED)
FORM N-1A
ITEM NUMBER STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SECTION
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10, 11 ............................ Cover Page
12 ............................ Description of the Trusts
13 a - c ............................ Investment Policies and Limitations
d ............................ Portfolio Transactions
14 a - c ............................ Trustees and Officers
15 a, b ............................ *
c ............................ Trustees and Officers
16 a i ............................ FMR; Portfolio Transactions
ii ............................ Trustees and Officers
iii ............................ Management Contracts
b ............................ Management Contracts
c, d ............................ Contracts with FMR Affiliates
e ............................ *
f ............................ Distribution and Service Plans
g ............................ *
h ............................ Description of the Trusts
i ............................ Contracts with FMR Affiliates
17 a ............................ Portfolio Transactions
b ............................ Portfolio Transactions
c ............................ Portfolio Transactions
d, e ............................ *
18 a ............................ Description of the Trusts
b ............................ *
19 a ............................ Additional Purchase and Redemption Information
b ............................ Additional Purchase and Redemption Information;
Valuation of Portfolio Securities
c ............................ *
20 ............................ Distributions and Taxes
21 a, b ............................ Contracts with FMR Affiliates
c ............................ *
22 a ............................ Performance
b ............................ Performance
23 ............................ Financial Statements
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* Not Applicable
Please read this prospectus before investing, and keep it on file for
future reference. It contains important information, including how each
fund invests and the services available to shareholders.
To learn more about each fund and its investments, you can obtain a copy of
the funds' most recent financial reports and portfolio listing, or a copy
of the Statement of Additional Information (SAI) dated February 20,
1996 . The SAI has been filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission (SEC) and is incorporated herein by reference (legally forms a
part of the prospectus). For a free copy of either document, call Fidelity
at 1-800-544-8888.
Investments in the money market funds are neither insured nor guaranteed by
the U.S. government, and there can be no assurance that a fund will
maintain a stable $1.00 share price.
Mutual fund shares are not deposits or obligations of, or guaranteed by,
any depository institution. Shares are not insured by the FDIC,
Federa l Reserve Board or any other agency, and are subject to
investment risks, including the possible loss of principal amount
invested .
FIDELITY
MICHIGAN,
MINNESOTA,
AND
OHIO
MUNICIPAL
FUNDS
Each of these funds seeks a high level of current income free from federal
income tax and the income tax of its state. The MONEY MARKET FUNDS are
designed to maintain a stable $1.00 share price. The BOND FUNDS seek to
provide higher yields by investing in a broader range of municipal
securities.
FIDELITY MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND
FIDELITY OHIO MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND
FIDELITY MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
FIDELITY MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
FIDELITY OHIO MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
PROSPECTUS
FEBRUARY 20, 1996(FIDELITY_LOGO_GRAPHIC) 82 DEVONSHIRE STREET, BOSTON, MA
02109
LIKE ALL MUTUAL
FUNDS, THESE
SECURITIES HAVE NOT
BEEN APPROVED OR
DISAPPROVED BY THE
SECURITIES AND
EXCHANGE
COMMISSION OR ANY
STATE SECURITIES
COMMISSION, NOR HAS
THE SECURITIES AND
EXCHANGE
COMMISSION OR ANY
STATE SECURITIES
COMMISSION PASSED
UPON THE ACCURACY
OR ADEQUACY OF THIS
PROSPECTUS. ANY
REPRESENTATION TO
THE CONTRARY IS A
CRIMINAL OFFENSE.
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CONTENTS
KEY FACTS THE FUNDS AT A GLANCE
WHO MAY WANT TO INVEST
EXPENSES Each fund's yearly
operating expenses.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS A summary
of each fund's financial data.
PERFORMANCE How each fund has
done over time.
THE FUNDS IN DETAIL CHARTER How each fund is
organized.
INVESTMENT PRINCIPLES AND RISKS
Each fund's overall approach to
investing.
BREAKDOWN OF EXPENSES How
operating costs are calculated and
what they include.
YOUR ACCOUNT DOING BUSINESS WITH FIDELITY
TYPES OF ACCOUNTS Different
ways to set up your account.
HOW TO BUY SHARES Opening an
account and making additional
investments.
HOW TO SELL SHARES Taking money
out and closing your account.
INVESTOR SERVICES Services to
help you manage your account.
SHAREHOLDER AND DIVIDENDS, CAPITAL GAINS,
ACCOUNT POLICIES AND TAXES
TRANSACTION DETAILS Share price
calculations and the timing of
purchases and redemptions.
EXCHANGE RESTRICTIONS
KEY FACTS
THE FUNDS AT A GLANCE
MANAGEMENT: Fidelity Management & Research Company (FMR) is the management
arm of Fidelity Investments, which was established in 1946 and is now
America's largest mutual fund manager. FMR Texas Inc. (FTX), a subsidiary
of FMR, chooses investments for for the money market funds.
As with any mutual fund, there is no assurance that a fund will achieve its
goal.
MICHIGAN MONEY MARKET
GOAL: High current tax-free income for Michigan residents while maintaining
a stable $1.00 share price.
STRATEGY: Invests in high-quality, short-term municipal money market
securities whose interest is free from federal income tax and Michigan
income tax.
OHIO MONEY MARKET
GOAL: High current tax-free income for Ohio residents while maintaining a
stable $1.00 share price.
STRATEGY: Invests in high-quality, short-term municipal money market
securities whose interest is free from federal income tax and Ohio
individual income tax.
MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL INCOME
GOAL: High current tax-free income for Michigan residents.
STRATEGY: Invests mainly in longer-term, investment grade municipal
securities whose interest is free from federal income tax and Michigan
income tax.
MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INCOME
GOAL: High current tax-free income for Minnesota residents.
STRATEGY: Invests mainly in longer-term, investment grade municipal
securities whose interest is free from federal income tax and Minnesota
personal income tax.
OHIO MUNICIPAL INCOME
GOAL: High current tax-free income for Ohio residents.
STRATEGY: Invests mainly in longer-term, investment grade municipal
securities whose interest is free from federal income tax and Ohio
individual income tax.
WHO MAY WANT TO INVEST
These non-diversified funds may be appropriate for investors in higher tax
brackets who seek high current income that is free from federal income tax
and Ohio, Michigan, or Minnesota income taxes. Each fund's level of risk
and potential reward, depend on the quality and maturity of its
investments. Each money market fund is managed to keep its share price
stable at $1.00. The bond funds, with their broader range of investments,
have the potential for higher yields, but also carry a higher degree of
risk. You should consider your investment objective and tolerance for risk
when making an investment decision.
The value of the funds' investments and the income they generate will vary
from day to day, and generally reflect interest rates, market conditions,
and other federal and state political and economic news. When you sell your
bond fund shares they may be worth more or less than what you paid for
them. By themselves, these funds do not constitute a balanced investment
plan.
EXPENSES
SHAREHOLDER TRANSACTION EXPENSES are charges you pay when you buy, sell or
hold shares of a fund. See page for more information about these
fees.
Maximum sales charge on purchases and
reinvested distributions None
Deferred sales charge on redemptions None
Exchange fee None
Annual account maintenance fee
(for accounts under $2,500) $12.00
ANNUAL FUND OPERATING EXPENSES are paid out of each fund's assets. Each
fund pays a management fee to FMR. It also incurs other expenses for
services such as maintaining shareholder records and furnishing shareholder
statements and financial reports. A fund's expenses are factored into its
share price or dividends and are not charged directly to shareholder
accounts (see page ).
The operating expenses on page are projections based on historical
expenses, and are calculated as a percentage of average net assets.
EXAMPLES: Let's say, hypothetically, that each fund's annual return is 5%
and that its operating expenses are exactly as described on page .
For every $1,000 you invested, the chart shows how much you would pay in
total expenses if you close your account after the number of years
indicated.
These examples illustrate the effect of expenses, but are not meant to
suggest actual or expected costs or returns, all of which may vary.
UNDERSTANDING
EXPENSES
Operating a mutual fund
involves a variety of
expenses for portfolio
management, shareholder
statements, tax reporting, and
other services. These costs
are paid from the fund's
assets; their effect is already
factored into any quoted
share price or return.
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MICHIGAN MONEY MARKET
Operating expenses Example
Management fee .40 % After 1 year $ 6
12b-1 fee None After 3 $ 20
years
Other expenses .23 % After 5 $ 35
years
Total fund operating expenses .63 % After 10 $ 79
years
OHIO MONEY MARKET
Operating expenses Example
Management fee .40 % After 1 year $ 6
12b-1 fee None After 3 $ 20
years
Other expenses .21 % After 5 $ 34
years
Total fund operating expenses .61 % After 10 $ 76
years
MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL INCOME
Operating expenses Example
s
Management fee .40 % After 1 year $ 6
12b-1 fee None After 3 $ 19
years
Other expenses .19 % After 5 $ 33
years
Total fund operating expenses .59 % After 10 $ 74
years
MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INCOME
Operating expenses Example
Management fee .40 % After 1 year $ 6
12b-1 fee None After 3 $ 18
years
Other expenses .17 % After 5 $ 32
years
Total fund operating expenses .57 % After 10 $ 71
years
OHIO MUNICIPAL INCOME
Operating expenses Example
Management fee .40 % After 1 year $ 6
12b-1 fee None After 3 $ 19
years
Other expenses .18 % After 5 $ 32
years
Total fund operating expenses .58 % After 10 $ 73
years
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The tables that follow are included in each fund's Annual Report and have
been audited by Coopers & Lybrand L.L.P., independent accountants. Their
reports on the financial statements and financial highlights are included
in the Annual Reports. The financial statements and financial highlights
are incorporated by reference into (are legally a part of) the funds'
Statement of Additional Information.
MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND
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104.Selected
Per-Share
Data and Ratios
105.Years ended
December 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990B
31
106.Net asset
value, $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000
beginning of period
107.Income from .033 .024 .020 .026 .044 .055
Investment Operations
Net interest income
108.Less
Distributions (.033) (.024) (.020) (.026) (.044) (.055)
From net interest income
109.Net asset value,
end of $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000
period
110.Total
returnC 3.38% 2.44% 1.98% 2.66% 4.46% 5.66%
111.Net assets,
end of $ 231,25 $ 221,73 $ 175,19 $ 160,81 $ 175,15 $ 169,39
period (000
omitted) 9 5 0 7 0 7
112.Ratio of
expenses to .63% .61% .62% .49%D .21%D .22% A,D
average net assets
113.Ratio of net
interest 3.32% 2.45% 1.96% 2.64% 4.38% 5.78% A
income
to average net assets
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A ANNUALIZED
B JANUARY 12, 1990 (COMMENCEMENT OF OPERATIONS) TO DECEMBER 31, 1990
C TOTAL RETURNS FOR PERIODS OF LESS THAN ONE YEAR ARE NOT ANNUALIZED AND
WOULD HAVE BEEN LOWER HAD CERTAIN EXPENSES NOT BEEN REDUCED DURING THE
PERIODS SHOWN.
D FMR VOLUNTARILY AGREED TO REIMBURSE A PORTION OF THE FUND'S EXPENSES
DURING THE PERIOD. WITHOUT THIS REIMBURSEMENT, THE FUND'S EXPENSE RATIO
WOULD HAVE BEEN HIGHER.
OHIO MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND
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114.Selected
Per-Share Data and
Ratios
115.Years ended
1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989B
December 31
116.Net asset value,
$ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000
beginning of period
117.Income from
.034 .025 .021 .028 .044 .058 .021
Investment Operations
Net interest income
118.Less
(.034) (.025) (.021) (.028) (.044) (.058) (.021)
Distributions
From net interest
income
119.Net asset value,
$ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000 $ 1.000
end of period
120.Total returnC
3.48% 2.50% 2.09% 2.81% 4.50% 5.90% 2.15%
121.Net assets, end
$ 296,22 $ 301,69 $ 262,37 $ 270,24 $ 247,88 $ 213,65 $ 57,748
of period
0 1 1 8 5 8
(000 omitted)
122.Ratio of
.61% .57% .59% .58%D .47%D .23%D 0.00% A,
expenses to
D
average net assets
123.Ratio of net
3.42% 2.48% 2.07% 2.78% 4.41% 5.77% 6.37%A
interest income
to average net assets
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A ANNUALIZED
B AUGUST 29, 1989 (COMMENCEMENT OF OPERATIONS) TO DECEMBER 31, 1989
C TOTAL RETURNS FOR PERIODS OF LESS THAN ONE YEAR ARE NOT ANNUALIZED AND
WOULD HAVE BEEN LOWER HAD CERTAIN EXPENSES NOT BEEN REDUCED DURING THE
PERIODS SHOWN.
D FMR VOLUNTARILY AGREED TO REIMBURSE A PORTION OF THE FUND'S EXPENSES
DURING THE PERIOD. WITHOUT THIS REIMBURSEMENT, THE FUND'S EXPENSE RATIO
WOULD HAVE BEEN HIGHER.
MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
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124.Selected Per-Share Data and Ratios
125.Years 1995 1994 1993 A 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986
ended
December 31
126.Net
asset $ 10.5 $ 12.3 $ 11.71 $ 11.4 $ 10.8 $ 11.1 $ 10.7 $ 10.2 $ 11.38 $ 10.2
value, 80 40 0 10 90 00 90 50 0 70
beginning of
period
127.Income .611 .687 .709 .733 .745 .758 .759 .754 .774 .792
from
Investment
Operations
Net interest
income
128. Net .980 (1.590 .870 .320 .520 (.210) .310 .540 (1.090 1.110
realized and ) )
unrealized
gain (loss)
129. Total
from 1.591 (.903) 1.579 1.053 1.265 .548 1.069 1.294 (.316) 1.902
investment
operations
130.Less (.611) (.687) (.709) (.733) (.745) (.758) (.759) (.754) (.774) (.792)
Distributions
From net
interest
income
131. From
net -- (.080) (.240) (.020) -- -- -- -- (.040) --
realized gain
132. In
excess -- (.090) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
of net
realized gain
133. Total (.611) (.857) (.949) (.753) (.745) (.758) (.759) (.754) (.814) (.792)
distributions
134.Net
asset $ 11.5 $ 10.5 $ 12.3 $ 11.7 $ 11.4 $ 10.8 $ 11.1 $ 10.7 $ 10.25 $ 11.3
value, 60 80 40 10 10 90 00 90 0 80
end of period
135.Total 15.41 (7.50) 13.83 9.54% 12.04 5.15% 10.21 13.01 (2.81) 19.03
returnC % % % % % % % %
136.Net $ 492 $ 434 $ 563 $ 464 $ 379 $ 279 $ 234 $ 171 $ 128 $ 128
assets, end of
period (In
millions)
137.Ratio
of .59% .57% .59% .61% .62% .64% .69% .75% .72%B .60%B
expenses to
average net
assets
138.Ratio
of net 5.49 6.04% 5.79% 6.36% 6.73% 6.98% 6.92 7.12% 7.25% 7.03
interest
income % % %
to average net
assets
139.Portfolio 29% 18% 33% 15% 12% 18% 19% 24% 44% 24%
turnover rate
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A EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 1993, THE FUND ADOPTED STATEMENT OF POSITION 93-2,
"DETERMINATION, DISCLOSURE, AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION OF INCOME,
CAPITAL GAIN, AND RETURN OF CAPITAL DISTRIBUTIONS BY INVESTMENT COMPANIES."
AS A RESULT, NET INTEREST INCOME PER SHARE MAY REFLECT CERTAIN
RECLASSIFICATIONS RELATED TO BOOK TO TAX DIFFERENCES.
B FMR VOLUNTARILY AGREED TO REIMBURSE A PORTION OF THE FUND'S EXPENSES
DURING THE PERIOD. WITHOUT THIS REIMBURSEMENT, THE FUND'S EXPENSE RATIO
WOULD HAVE BEEN HIGHER.
C TOTAL RETURNS WOULD HAVE BEEN LOWER HAD CERTAIN EXPENSES NOT BEEN REDUCED
DURING THE PERIODS SHOWN.
MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
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140.Selected Per-Share Data
and Ratios
141.Years 1995 1994 1993 A 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986
ended
December 31
142.Net
asset $ 10.1 $ 11.52 $ 10.8 $ 10.7 $ 10.5 $ 10.5 $ 10.3 $ 9.82 $ 10.9 $ 10.0
value, 30 0 50 30 50 20 10 0 90 90
beginning of
period
143.Income .613 .633 .647 .674 .690 .699 .711 .711 .722 .773
from Investment
Operations
Net interest
income
144. Net .972 (1.310 .670 .120 .180 .030 .210 .490 (1.14 .900
realized ) 0)
and unrealized
gain (loss)
145. Total
from 1.585 (.677) 1.317 .794 .870 .729 .921 1.201 (.418) 1.673
investment
operations
146.Less (.613) (.633) (.647) (.674) (.690) (.699) (.711) (.711) (.722) (.773)
Distributions
From net
interest income
147. From net -- (.060) -- -- -- -- -- -- (.030) --
realized gain
148. In excess (.002) (.020) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
of
net realized
gain
149. Total (.615) (.713) (.647) (.674) (.690) (.699) (.711) (.711) (.752) (.773)
distributions
150.Net asset $ 11.10 $ 10.1 $ 11.52 $ 10.8 $ 10.7 $ 10.5 $ 10.5 $ 10.3 $ 9.82 $ 10.9
value, 0 30 0 50 30 50 20 10 0 90
end of period
151.Total 16.00 (6.01) 12.42 7.63% 8.50% 7.22% 9.24% 12.61 (3.83) 17.04
return C % % % % % %
152.Net
assets, $ 315 $ 277 $ 342 $ 281 $ 222 $ 167 $ 131 $ 100 $ 79 $ 94
end
of period (In
millions)
153.Ratio
of .57% .59% .61% .67% .72% .76% .80% .82% .79% .60%
expenses
to B B
average net
assets
154.Ratio of
net 5.69% 5.97% 5.73% 6.25% 6.47% 6.72% 6.84% 7.06 7.04 7.05
interest income % % %
to average net
assets
155.Portfolio 49% 26% 37% 12% 14% 29% 25% 31% 63% 23%
turnover rate
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A EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 1993, THE FUND ADOPTED STATEMENT OF POSITION 93-2,
"DETERMINATION, DISCLOSURE, AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION OF INCOME,
CAPITAL GAIN, AND RETURN OF CAPITAL DISTRIBUTIONS BY INVESTMENT COMPANIES."
AS A RESULT, NET INTEREST INCOME PER SHARE MAY REFLECT CERTAIN
RECLASSIFICATIONS RELATED TO BOOK TO TAX DIFFERENCES.
B FMR VOLUNTARILY AGREED TO REIMBURSE A PORTION OF THE FUND'S EXPENSES
DURING THE PERIOD. WITHOUT THIS REIMBURSEMENT, THE FUND'S EXPENSE RATIO
WOULD HAVE BEEN HIGHER.
C TOTAL RETURNS WOULD HAVE BEEN LOWER HAD CERTAIN EXPENSES NOT BEEN REDUCED
DURING THE PERIODS SHOWN.
OHIO MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
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156.Selected
Per-Share Data and
Ratios
157.Years
ended 1995 1994 1993 A 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986
December 31
158.Net
asset $ 10.5 $ 12.0 $ 11.5 $ 11.3 $ 10.8 $ 10.7 $ 10.5 $ 9.97 $ 10.97 $ 10.1
value, 20 20 50 20 40 90 00 0 0 20
beginning of
period
159.Income
from .618 .657 .693 .718 .719 .726 .725 .722 .740 .773
Investment
Operations
Net interest
income
160. Net
realized 1.070 (1.31 .720 .230 .480 .050 .290 .530 (1.000) .850
and 0)
unrealized gain
(loss)
161. Total
from 1.688 (.653) 1.413 .948 1.199 .776 1.015 1.252 (.260) 1.623
investment
operations
162.Less (.618) (.657) (.693) (.718) (.719) (.726) (.725) (.722) (.740) (.773)
Distributions
From net
interest income
163. From
net -- (.190) (.250) -- -- -- -- -- -- --
realized gain
164. Total (.618) (.847) (.943) (.718) (.719) (.726) (.725) (.722) (.740) (.773)
distributions
165.Net
asset $ 11.5 $ 10.5 $ 12.0 $ 11.5 $ 11.3 $ 10.8 $ 10.7 $ 10.5 $ 9.970 $ 10.9
value, 90 20 20 50 20 40 90 00 70
end of period
166.Total
return C 16.39 (5.55) 12.56 8.66 11.45 7.50 9.99 12.93 (2.38) 16.46
% % % % % % % % % %
167.Net
assets, $ 404 $ 350 $ 458 $ 385 $ 328 $ 242 $ 201 $ 153 $ 117 $ 107
end of period (In
millions)
168.Ratio
of .58% .57% .57% .61% .64% .66% .71% .73% .79%B .60%B
expenses to
average net
assets
169.Ratio
of net 5.52 5.88 5.67 6.31 6.53 6.82 6.79 7.08 7.09% 7.01%
interest
income % % % % % % % %
to average net
assets
170.Portfolio 48% 22% 41% 20% 11% 12% 22% 23% 36% 32%
turnover rate
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A EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 1993, THE FUND ADOPTED STATEMENT OF POSITION
93-2, "DETERMINATION, DISCLOSURE, AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION OF
INCOME, CAPITAL GAIN, AND RETURN OF CAPITAL DISTRIBUTIONS BY INVESTMENT
COMPANIES." AS A RESULT, NET INTEREST INCOME PER SHARE MAY REFLECT CERTAIN
RECLASSIFICATIONS RELATED TO BOOK TO TAX DIFFERENCES.
B FMR VOLUNTARILY AGREED TO REIMBURSE A PORTION OF THE FUND'S EXPENSES
DURING THE PERIOD. WITHOUT THIS REIMBURSEMENT, THE FUND'S EXPENSE RATIO
WOULD HAVE BEEN HIGHER.
C TOTAL RETURNS WOULD HAVE BEEN LOWER HAD CERTAIN EXPENSES NOT BEEN REDUCED
DURING THE PERIODS SHOWN.
PERFORMANCE
Mutual fund performance can be measured as TOTAL RETURN or YIELD. The total
returns that follow are based on historical fund results.
Each fund's fiscal year runs from January 1 through December 31. The table
below shows each fund's performance over past fiscal years compared to a
measure of inflation.
UNDERSTANDING
PERFORMANCE
YIELD illustrates the income
earned by a fund over a
recent period. Seven-day
yields are the most common
illustration of money market
performance. 30-day yields
are usually used for bond
funds. Yields change daily,
reflecting changes in interest
rates.
TOTAL RETURN reflects both the
reinvestment of income and
capital gain distributions, and
any change in a fund's share
price.
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TOTAL RETURNS
Average Annual Total Cumulative Total Return s
Return s
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Fiscal periods Past 1 Past 5 Past 10 Past 1 Past 5 Past 10
ended year years years year years years
December 31,
1995
Michigan 3.38 2.98 3.44 3.38 15.82 22.38
Municipal % % %A % % %A
Money Market
Ohio Municipal 3.48 3.07 3.69 3.48 16.33 25.84
% % %B % % %B
Money Market
Michigan 15.41 8.32 8.49 15.41 49.13 125.96
Municipal % % % % % %
Income
Minnesota 16.00 7.44 7.83 16.00 43.13 112.48
Municipal
% % % % % %
Income
Ohio Municipal 16.39 8.43 8.57 16.39 49.86 127.47
% % % % % %
Income
Consumer 2.54 2.79 3.45 2.54 14.72 40.44
Price % % % % % %
Index
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A FROM COMMENCEMENT OF OPERATIONS (JANUARY 12, 1990)
B FROM COMMENCEMENT OF OPERATIONS (AUGUST 29, 1989)
EXPLANATION OF TERMS
TOTAL RETURN is the change in value of an investment in a fund over a given
period, assuming reinvestment of any dividends and capital gains. A
CUMULATIVE TOTAL RETURN reflects actual performance over a stated period of
time. An AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN is a hypothetical rate of return that,
if achieved annually, would have produced the same cumulative total return
if performance had been constant over the entire period. Average annual
total returns smooth out variations in performance; they are not the same
as actual year-by-year results.
YIELD refers to the income generated by an investment in a fund over a
given period of time, expressed as an annual percentage rate. When a money
market fund yield assumes that income earned is reinvested, it is called an
EFFECTIVE YIELD. A TAX-EQUIVALENT YIELD shows what an investor would have
to earn before taxes to equal a tax-free yield. Yields for the bond funds
are calculated according to a standard that is required for all stock and
bond funds. Because this differs from other accounting methods, the quoted
yield may not equal the income actually paid to shareholders.
THE CONSUMER PRICE INDEX is a widely recognized measure of inflation
calculated by the U.S. government.
The funds' recent strategies, performance, and holdings are detailed twice
a year in financial reports, which are sent to all shareholders. For
current performance or a free annual report, call 1-800-544-8888.
TOTAL RETURNS AND YIELDS ARE BASED ON PAST RESULTS AND ARE NOT AN
INDICATION OF FUTURE PERFORMANCE.
THE FUNDS IN DETAIL
CHARTER
EACH FUND IS A MUTUAL FUND: an investment that pools shareholders' money
and invests it toward a specified goal. In technical terms, Ohio
Municipal Income, Michigan Municipal Income, and Minnesota Municipal Income
are currently non-diversified funds of Fidelity Municipal Trust. Michigan
Municipal Money Market and Ohio Municipal Money Market are currently
non-diversified funds of Fidelity Municipal Trust II . Both trusts are
open-end management investment companies. Fidelity Municipal Trust was
organized as a Maryland corporation on November 22, 1976, and reorganized
as a Massachusetts business trust on June 22, 1984. Fidelity Municipal
Trust II was organized as a Delaware business trust on June 20, 1991. There
is a remote possibility that one fund might become liable for a
misstatement in the prospectus about another fund.
EACH FUND IS GOVERNED BY A BOARD OF TRUSTEES, which is responsible for
protecting the interests of shareholders. The trustees are experienced
executives who meet throughout the year to oversee the funds' activities,
review contractual arrangements with companies that provide services to the
funds, and review performance. The majority of trustees are not otherwise
affiliated with Fidelity.
THE FUNDS MAY HOLD SPECIAL MEETINGS AND MAIL PROXY MATERIALS. These
meetings may be called to elect or remove trustees, change fundamental
policies, approve a management contract, or for other purposes.
Shareholders not attending these meetings are encouraged to vote by proxy.
Fidelity will mail proxy materials in advance, including a voting card and
information about the proposals to be voted on. For the money market funds
you are entitled to one vote for each share you own. For the bond funds the
number of votes you are entitled to is based upon the dollar value of your
investment.
FMR AND ITS AFFILIATES
The funds are managed by FMR, which chooses their investments and handles
their business affairs. FTX, located in Irving, Texas, has primary
responsibility for providing investment management services for the money
market funds.
FIDELITY FACTS
Fidelity offers the broadest
selection of mutual funds in
the world.
(solid bullet) Number of Fidelity mutual
funds: over 210
(solid bullet) Assets in Fidelity mutual
funds: over $354 billion
(solid bullet) Number of shareholder
accounts: over 23 million
(solid bullet) Number of investment
analysts and portfolio
managers: over 200
(checkmark)
Steven Harvey is manager of Ohio Municipal Income, which he has managed
since July 1994. Mr. Harvey also manages Massachusetts Municipal
Income , Spartan Maryland Municipal Income, and Spartan Pennsylvania
Municipal Income . Previously, he managed Minnesota Municipal
Incom e and was an analyst following tax-free bonds. Mr. Harvey joined
Fidelity in 19 86.
Maureen Newman is manager of Michigan Municipal Income, which she has
managed since July 1994. She also manages Spartan New Jersey Municipal
Income, Spartan Connecticut Municipal Income, and Spartan Florida Municipal
Income. Previously, she managed Spartan Aggressive Municipal and Spartan
Arizona Municipal Incom e and was a bond analyst for the fixed-income
department. Ms. Newman joined Fidelity in 1985.
Jonathan Short is manager of Minnesota Municipal Income, which he has
managed since October 1995. Mr. Short also manages Spartan Arizona
Municipal Income, California Municipal Income, California Insured Municipal
Income, Spartan California Municipal Income, and Spartan California
Intermediate Municipal Income. Previously, he was a municipal bond analyst.
Mr. Short joined Fidelity in 1990, after receiving his MBA from the
Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Fidelity investment personnel may invest in securities for their own
account pursuant to a code of ethics that establishes procedures for
personal investing and restricts certain transactions.
Fidelity Distributors Corporation (FDC) distributes and markets Fidelity's
funds and services. Fidelity Service Co. (FSC) performs transfer agent
servicing functions for the funds.
FMR Corp. is the ultimate parent company of FMR and FTX. Members of the
Edward C. Johnson 3d family are the predominant owners of a class of shares
of common stock representing approximately 49% of the voting power of FMR
Corp. Under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the 1940 Act), control of a
company is presumed where one individual or group of individuals owns more
than 25% of the voting stock of that company; therefore, the Johnson family
may be deemed under the 1940 Act to form a controlling group with respect
to FMR Corp.
UMB Bank, n.a., is each fund's transfer agent, although it employs FSC
to perform these functions for the funds. It is located at 1010 Grand
Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri.
To carry out the funds' transactions, FMR may use its broker-dealer
affiliates and other firms that sell fund shares, provided that a fund
receives services and commission rates comparable to those of other
broker-dealers.
INVESTMENT PRINCIPLES AND RISKS
MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET and OHIO MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET seek to
earn high current income that is free from federal income tax, its state
income tax, and other taxes in Michigan and Ohio, while maintaining a
stable $1.00 share price by investing in high-quality, short-term municipal
money market securities of all types. FMR normally invests so that at least
80% of each fund's income distributions are free from federal and state
income taxes.
When you sell your shares, they should be worth the same amount as when you
bought them. Of course, there is no guarantee that the funds will maintain
a stable $1.00 share price. The funds follow industry-standard guidelines
on the quality and maturity of its investments, which are designed to help
maintain a stable $1.00 share price. Each fund will purchase only
high-quality securities that FMR believes present minimal credit risks and
will observe maturity restrictions on securities it buys. In general,
securities with longer maturities are more vulnerable to price changes,
although they may provide higher yields. It is possible that a major change
in interest rates or a default on the fund's investments could cause its
share price (and the value of your investment) to change.
M ICHIGAN MUNICIPAL INCOME, MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INCOME, and OHIO
MUNICIPAL I NCOME seek high current income that is free from federal
income tax, its state income tax, and other taxes in Michigan, Minnesota,
and Ohio by investing mainly in municipal securities judged by FMR to be of
investment-grade quality, although they can also invest in lower-quality
securities. FMR normally invests so that at least 80% of each fund's income
is free from both federal and state income taxes.
Although the funds can invest in securities of any maturity, FMR seeks
to manage the funds so that they generally react to changes in interest
rates similarly to municipal bonds with maturities between 8 and 18 years.
As of December 31, 1995, the dollar-weighted average maturities were 16.2,
15.5, and 13.2 years for Michigan Municipal Income, Minnesota Municipal
Income, and Ohio Municipal Income, respectively.
EACH FUND'S performance is affected by the economic and political
conditions within its respective state. Michigan's economy is dominated by
automobile-related industries, which tend to be especially vulnerable to
economic downturns. Also, historically the state's unemployment rate has
been higher than average, although this was not the case in 1994 or as
of November 30, 1995 . Minnesota has been experiencing a decline in jobs
in mining and agriculture, but accompanied by an increase in the service
sector and the maintenance of a strong manufacturing base. Ohio's economy,
like that of other industrially developed states, tends to be more cyclical
and vulnerable to economic downturns than the economies of some other
states and the United States as a whole.
The money market funds stress preservation of capital, liquidity, and
income. The bond funds seek to provide a higher level of income by
investing in a broader range of securities.
The total return from a bond is a combination of income and price gains
or losses. While income is the most important component of bond returns
over time, the bond funds' emphasis on income does not mean that the funds
invest only in the highest-yielding bonds available, or that they can avoid
risks to principal. In selecting investments for each bond fund, FMR
considers a bond's income potential together with its potential for price
gains or losses. FMR focuses on assembling a portfolio of income-producing
securities that it believes will provide the best tradeoff between risk and
return within the range of securities that are eligible investments for the
funds.
Each fund's yield and each bond fund's share price change daily and are
based on interest rates, market conditions, other economic and political
news, and on the quality and maturity of its investments. In general, bond
prices rise when interest rates fall, and vice versa. This effect is
usually more pronounced for longer-term securities. Lower-quality
securities offer higher yields, but also carry more risk. FMR may use
various investment techniques to hedge a portion of the bond funds' risks,
but there is no guarantee that these strategies will work as intended. When
you sell your shares of the bond funds, they may be worth more or less than
what you paid for them .
If you are subject to the federal alternative minimum tax, you should note
that e ach fund may invest all of its assets in m unicipal
securities issued to finance p rivate activities. The interest from
these investments is a tax-preference item for purposes of the tax.
FMR normally invests each fund's assets according to its investment
strategy. The funds do not expect to invest in federally taxable
obligations, and the bond funds do not expect to invest in state taxable
obligations. However, during periods when FMR believes that state
tax-free obligations that meet fund standards are not available, each bond
fund may invest 20% of its assets in obligations whose interest payments
are only federally tax-exempt. Each fund also reserves the right to
invest without limitation in short-term instruments, to hold a substantial
amount of uninvested cash, or to invest more than normally permitted in
taxable obligations for temporary, defensive purposes.
SECURITIES AND INVESTMENT PRACTICES
The following pages contain more detailed information about types of
instruments in which a fund may invest, and strategies FMR may employ in
pursuit of a fund's investment objectives and a summary of related risks.
Any restrictions listed supplement those discussed earlier in this section.
A complete listing of each fund's policies and limitations and more
detailed information about the funds' investments is contained in the
funds' SAI. Policies and limitations are considered at the time of
purchase; the sale of instruments is not required in the event of a
subsequent change in circumstances.
FMR may not buy all of these instruments or use all of these techniques to
the full extent permitted unless it believes that they are consistent
with a fund's investment objective and policies and that doing so will help
a fund achieve its goal. Current holdings and recent investment
strategies are detailed in the funds' financial reports which are sent to
shareholders twice a year. For a free SAI or financial report, call
1-800-544-8888.
DEBT SECURITIES. Bonds and other debt instruments are used by issuers to
borrow money from investors. The issuer pays the investor a fixed or
variable rate of interest, and must repay the amount borrowed at maturity.
Some debt securities, such as zero coupon bonds, do not pay current
interest, but are purchased at a discount from their face values. In
general, bond prices rise when interest rates fall, and vice versa. Debt
securities have varying degrees of quality and varying levels of
sensitivity to changes in interest rates. Longer-term bonds are generally
more sensitive to interest rate changes than short-term bonds.
Lower-quality debt securities (sometimes called "municipal junk bonds") are
considered to have speculative characteristics, and involve greater risk of
default or price changes due to changes in the issuer's creditworthiness.
The market prices of these securities may fluctuate more than
higher-quality securities and may decline significantly in periods of
general or regional economic difficulty.
The following tables provide a summary of ratings assigned to debt holdings
(not including money market instruments) in each bond fund's portfolio.
These figures are dollar-weighted averages of month-end portfolio holdings
during fiscal 1995, and are presented as a percentage of total security
investments. These percentages are historical and do not necessarily
indicate a fund's current or future debt holdings.
RESTRICTIONS: Each bond fund may not invest more than one-third of its
assets in bonds judged by FMR to be equivalent to those rated Ba or lower
by Moody's or BB or lower by S&P, and may not invest in securities of
equivalent quality to those rated lower than B. The funds do not currently
intend to invest in bonds rated below Caa by Moody's or CCC by S&P.
MONEY MARKET SECURITIES are high- quality, short-term obligations issued by
municipalities, local and state governments, and other entities. These
obligations may carry fixed, variable, or floating interest rates.
Some money market securities employ a trust or other similar structure
to modify the maturity, price characteristics, or quality of financial
assets so that they are eligible investments for money market funds. If the
structure does not perform as intended, adverse tax or investment
consequences may result.
MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL INCOME
Fiscal 1995 Debt Holdings, by Rating MOODY'S STANDARD & POOR'S
INVESTORS SERVICE, INC.
Rating Average A Rating Averag
eA
INVESTMENT GRADE
Highest quality Aaa AAA
High quality Aa 55.6 % AA 66.6 %
Upper-medium grade A A
Medium grade Baa 13.1 % BBB 11.8 %
LOWER QUALITY
Moderately speculative Ba .6 % BB .4 %
Speculative B 1.3 % B 2.8 %
Highly speculative Caa .6 % CCC .3 %
Poor quality Ca 0.0% CC 0.0 %
Lowest quality, no interest C C
In default, in arrears -- D .4 %
71.2% 82.3 %
MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INCOME
Fiscal 1995 Debt Holdings, by Rating MOODY'S STANDARD & POOR'S
INVESTORS SERVICE, INC.
Rating Average A Rating Averag
eA
INVESTMENT GRADE
Highest quality Aaa AAA
High quality Aa 63.9 % AA 75.9%
Upper-medium grade A A
Medium grade Baa 9.9 % BBB 8.8%
LOWER QUALITY
Moderately speculative Ba 0.0 % BB 0 .0 %
Speculative B 0.0 % B 0 .0 %
Highly speculative Caa 0.0 % CCC 2.9%
Poor quality Ca 0.0 % CC 0.0 %
Lowest quality, no interest C C
In default, in arrears -- D 0.0 %
73.8 % 87.6%
A THE DOLLAR-WEIGHTED AVERAGE OF DEBT SECURITIES NOT RATED BY MOODY'S OR
S&P AMOUNTED TO 8.1 % FOR MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL INCOME AND 4.0 %
FOR
MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INCOME. THIS MAY INCLUDE SECURITIES RATED BY OTHER
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED RATING SERVICES, AS WELL AS UNRATED SECURITIES. REFER
TO THE FUNDS' STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR A MORE COMPLETE
DISCUSSION OF THESE RATINGS.
OHIO MUNICIPAL INCOME
Fiscal 1995 Debt Holdings, by Rating MOODY'S STANDARD & POOR'S
INVESTORS SERVICE, INC.
Rating Average A Rating Averag
eA
INVESTMENT GRADE
Highest quality Aaa AAA
High quality Aa 57.6 % AA 58.1 %
Upper-medium grade A A
Medium grade Baa 12.6 % BBB 8.9 %
LOWER QUALITY
Moderately speculative Ba 3.8 % BB 1.2 %
Speculative B 0.0 % B 0.0 %
Highly speculative Caa 0.0 % CCC 0.0 %
Poor quality Ca 0.0 % CC 0.0 %
Lowest quality, no interest C C
In default, in arrears -- D 0.0 %
74.0 % 68.2 %
A THE DOLLAR-WEIGHTED AVERAGE OF DEBT SECURITIES NOT RATED BY MOODY'S OR
S&P AMOUNTED TO 14.8 % FOR OHIO MUNICIPAL INCOME. THIS MAY INCLUDE
SECURITIES RATED BY OTHER NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED RATING SERVICES, AS WELL AS
UNRATED SECURITIES. FMR HAS DETERMINED THAT UNRATED SECURITIES THAT ARE
LOWER-QUALITY ACCOUNT FOR 9.0 % OF THE FUND'S SECURITY INVESTMENTS.
REFER TO
THE FUND'S STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR A MORE COMPLETE
DISCUSSION OF THESE RATINGS.
MUNICIPAL SECURITIES are issued to raise money for a variety of public or
private pur poses, including general financing for state and local
governments, or financing for specific projects or public facilities. They
may be issued in anticipation of future revenues and may be backed by the
full taxing power of a municipality, the revenues from a specific project,
or the credit of a private organization. The value of some or all
municipal securities may be affected by uncertainties in the municipal
ma r ket related to legislation or litigation involving the taxation
of municipal securities or the rights of municipal securities holders. A
fund m ay own a municipal security directly or through a participation
interest.
CREDIT SUPPORT issuers may employ various forms of credit enhancement,
including letters of credit, guarantees, or insurance from a bank,
insurance company, or other entity. These arrangements expose the fund to
the credit risk of the entity. In the case of foreign entities, extensive
public information about the entity may not be available and the entity may
be subject to unfavorable political, economic, or governmental developments
which might affect its ability to honor its commitment.
STATE TAX-FREE SECURITIES include municipal obligations issued by a state
or its counties, municipalities, authorities, or other subdivisions. The
ability of issuers to repay their debt can be affected by many factors that
impact the economic vitality of either the state or a region within the
state.
Other state tax-free securities include obligations of the U.S. territories
and possessions such as Guam, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico, and
their political subdivisions and public corporations. The economy of Puerto
Rico is closely linked to the U.S. economy, and will be affected by the
strength of the U.S. dollar, interest rates, the price stability of oil
imports, and the continued existence of favorable tax incentives. Recent
legislation revised these incentives, but the government of Puerto Rico
anticipates only a slight reduction in the average real growth rates for
the economy.
ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES include interests in pools of purchase contracts,
financing leases, or sales agreements entered into by municipalities. These
securities usually rely on continued payments by a municipality, and may
also be subject to prepayment risk.
VARIABLE AND FLOATING RATE SECURITIES have interest rates that are
periodically adjusted either at specific intervals or whenever a benchmark
rate changes. Inverse floaters have interest rates that move in the
opposite direction from a benchmark, making the security's market value
more volatile.
RESTRICTIONS: The money market funds may not purchase certain types of
variable and floating rate securities which are inconsistent with each
fund's goal of maintaining a stable share price.
MUNICIPAL LEASE OBLIGATIONS are used by municipalities to acquire land,
equipment, or facilities. If the municipality stops making payments or
transfers its obligations to a private entity, the obligation could lose
value or become taxable.
PUT FEATURES entitle the holder to put (sell back) a security to the issuer
or a financial intermediary. In exchange for this benefit, the funds may
pay periodic fees or accept a lower interest rate. The credit quality of
the investment may be affected by the creditworthiness of the put provider.
Demand features, standby commitments, and tender options are types of put
features.
PRIVATE ENTITIES may be involved in some municipal securities. For example,
industrial revenue bonds are backed by private entities, and resource
recovery bonds often involve private corporations. The viability of a
project or tax incentives could affect the value and credit quality of
these securities.
ADJUSTING INVESTMENT EXPOSURE. A fund can use various techniques to
increase or decrease its exposure to changing security prices, interest
rates, or other factors that affect security values. These techniques may
involve derivative transactions such as buying and selling options and
futures contracts, and purchasing indexed securities.
FMR can use these practices to adjust the risk and return characteristics
of a fund's portfolio of investments. If FMR judges market conditions
incorrectly or employs a strategy that does not correlate well with a
fund's investments, these techniques could result in a loss, regardless of
whether the intent was to reduce risk or increase return. These techniques
may increase the volatility of the fund and may involve a small investment
of cash relative to the magnitude of the risk assumed. In addition, these
techniques could result in a loss if the counterparty to the transaction
does not perform as promised.
RESTRICTIONS: The money market funds may not use investment techniques
which are inconsistent with each fund's goal of maintaining a stable share
price.
ILLIQUID AND RESTRICTED SECURITIES. Some investments may be determined by
FMR, under the supervision of the Board of Trustees, to be illiquid, which
means that they may be difficult to sell promptly at an acceptable price.
The sale of some illiquid securities and s ome oth er securities may
be subject to legal restrictions. Difficulty in selling securities may
result in a loss or may be costly to a fund.
RESTRICTIONS: A fund may not purchase a security if, as a result, more than
10% of its assets would be invested in illiquid securities.
WHEN-ISSUED AND DELAYED-DELIVERY TRANSACTIONS are trading practices in
which payment and delivery for the securities take place at a future date.
The market value of a security could change during this period, which could
affect the market value of its assets.
DIVERSIFICATION. Diversifying a fund's investment portfolio can reduce the
risks of investing. This may include limiting the amount of money invested
in any one issuer or, on a broader scale, in any one industry or type of
project. Economic, business, or political changes can affect all securities
of a similar type. A fund that is not diversified may be more sensitive to
these changes, and also to changes in the market value of a single issuer
or industry.
RESTRICTIONS: The funds are considered non-diversified. Generally, to meet
federal tax requirements at the close of each quarter, a fund does not
invest more than 25% of its total assets in any one issuer and, with
respect to 50% of total assets, does not invest more than 5% of its total
assets in any one issuer. These limitations do not apply to U.S. government
securities. A fund may invest more than 25% of its total assets in tax-free
securities that finance similar types of projects.
BORROWING. A fund may borrow from banks or from other funds advised by FMR,
or through reverse repurchase agreements. If a bond fund borrows money, its
share price may be subject to greater fluctuation until the borrowing is
paid off. If the fund makes additional investments while borrowings are
outstanding, this may be considered a form of leverage.
RESTRICTIONS: A fund may borrow only for temporary or emergency purposes,
but not in an amount exceeding 33% of its total assets.
FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT POLICIES AND RESTRICTIONS
Some of the policies and restrictions discussed on the preceding pages are
fundamental, that is, subject to change only by shareholder approval. The
following paragraphs restate all those that are fundamental. All policies
stated throughout this prospectus, other than those identified in the
following paragraphs, can be changed without shareholder approval.
MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET seeks as high a level of current income,
exempt from federal income tax and Michigan personal income tax, as is
consistent with the preservation of capital. The fund will normally invest
so that at least 80% of its income distributions are exempt from federal
and state income tax.
OHIO MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET seeks as high a level of current income, exempt
from federal income tax and from Ohio personal income tax, as is consistent
with the preservation of capital. The fund will normally invest so that at
least 80% of its income distributions are exempt from federal and state
income tax.
MICHIGAN M UNICIPAL INCOME seeks a high level of current income
exempt from federal income tax and Michigan personal income tax by
investing primarily in investment-grade municipal bonds. The fund also
seeks income exempt from certain business or corporate taxes. The fund will
normally invest so that at least 80% of its income is exempt from federal
and state income taxes. During periods when FMR believes that state
tax-free obligations that meet the fund's standards are not available, the
fund may invest up to 20% of its assets in obligations whose interest
payments are only federally tax-exempt. The fund may invest up to one-third
of its assets in bonds judged by FMR to be of equivalent quality to those
rated lower than BBB or Baa but not lower than B.
MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INCOME seeks a high level of current income
exempt from federal income tax and Minnesota personal income tax by
investing primarily in investment-grade municipal bonds. The fund will
normally invest so that at least 80% of its income is exempt from federal
and state income taxes. During periods when FMR believes that state
tax-free obligations that meet the fund's standards are not available, the
fund may invest up to 20% of its assets in obligations whose interest
payments are only federally tax-exempt. The fund may invest up to one-third
of its assets in bonds judged by FMR to be of equivalent quality to those
rated lower than BBB or Baa but not lower than B.
OHIO MUNICIPAL I NCOME seeks a high level of current income exempt
from federal income tax and Ohio personal income tax by investing primarily
in investment-grade municipal bonds. The fund also seeks income exempt from
certain business or corporate taxes. The fund will normally invest so that
at least 80% of its income is exempt from federal and state income taxes.
During periods when FMR believes that state tax-free obligations that meet
the fund's standards are not available, the fund may invest up to 20% of
its assets in obligations whose interest payments are only federally
tax-exempt. The fund may invest up to one-third of its assets in bonds
judged by FMR to be of equivalent quality to those rated lower than BBB or
Baa but not lower than B.
Each fund may borrow only for temporary or emergency purposes, but not in
an amount exceeding 33% of its total assets.
BREAKDOWN OF EXPENSES
Like all mutual funds, the funds pay fees related to their daily
operations. Expenses paid out of a fund's assets are reflected in its share
price or dividends; they are neither billed directly to shareholders nor
deducted from shareholder accounts.
Each fund pays a MANAGEMENT FEE to FMR for managing its investments and
business affairs. FMR in turn pays fees to an affiliate who provides
assistance with these services. Each fund also pays OTHER EXPENSES, which
are explained on page .
FMR may, from time to time, agree to reimburse the funds for management
fees and other expenses above a specified limit. FMR retains the ability to
be repaid by a fund if expenses fall below the specified limit prior to the
end of the fiscal year. Reimbursement arrangements, which may be terminated
at any time without notice, can decrease a fund's expenses and boost its
performance.
MANAGEMENT FEE
The management fee is calculated and paid to FMR every month. The fee is
calculated by adding a group fee rate to an individual fund fee rate, and
multiplying the result by the fund's average net assets.
The group fee rate is based on the average net assets of all the mutual
funds advised by FMR. This rate cannot rise above .37%, and it drops as
total assets under management increase.
For Decemb er 1995, the group fee rate was .1482 %. Each fund's
individual fund fee rate is .25%. The total management fee rates for fiscal
1995 a re presented in the following table.
MANAGEMENT FEES
Michigan Municipal .40
Money Market %
Ohio Municipal Money .40
Market %
Michigan Municipal .40
Income %
Minnesota Municipal .40
Income %
Ohio Municipal Income .40
%
FMR HAS SUB-ADVISORY AGREEMENTS with FTX, which has primary responsibility
for providing investment management for the money market funds, while FMR
retains responsibility for providing other management services. FMR pays
FTX 50% of its management fee (before expense reimbursements) for these
services. FMR paid FTX .20% of Fidelity Michigan Municipal Money
Market Fund's and .20 % of Fidelity Ohio Municipal Money Market
Fund's average net assets for fiscal 1 995 .
OTHER EXPENSES
While the management fee is a significant component of the funds' annual
operating costs, the funds have other expenses as well.
FSC performs many transaction and accounting functions. These services
include processing shareholder transactions, valuing each fund's
investments, and handling securities loans. In fiscal 1 995 , FSC
received fees equal to the following percentage of each fund's average net
assets:
UNDERSTANDING THE
MANAGEMENT FEE
The management fee FMR
receives is designed to be
responsive to changes in
FMR's total assets under
management. Building this
variable into the fee
calculation assures
shareholders that they will
pay a lower rate as FMR's
assets under management
increase.
(checkmark)
Michigan Municipal .20
Money Market %
Ohio Municipal Money .18
Market %
Michigan Municipal .17
Income %
Minnesota Municipal .14
Income %
Ohio Municipal Income .16
%
The funds also pay other expenses, such as legal, audit, and custodian
fees; proxy solicitation costs; and the compensation of trustees who are
not affiliated with Fidelity.
Each fund has adopted a Distribution and Service Plan. These plans
recognize that FMR may use its resources, including management fees, to pay
expenses associated with the sale of fund shares. This may include payments
to third parties, such as banks or broker-dealers, that provide shareholder
support services or engage in the sale of the fund's shares. It is
important to note, however, that the funds do not pay FMR any separate fees
for this service.
The table below shows each bond fund's portfolio turnover rate for
fiscal 1995. These rates vary from year to year.
PORTFOLIO TURNOVER RATES
Michigan Municipal 29 %
Income
Minnesota Municipal 49 %
Income
Ohio Municipal Income 48 %
YOUR ACCOUNT
DOING BUSINESS WITH FIDELITY
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the country, and is known as an innovative provider of high-quality
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TYPES OF ACCOUNTS
You may set up an account directly in a fund or, if you own or intend to
purchase individual securities as part of your total investment portfolio,
you may consider investing in a fund through a brokerage account. You can
choose a money market fund as your core account for your Fidelity Ultra
Service Account(registered trademark) or FidelityPlusSM brokerage account.
If you are investing through FBSI or another financial institution or
investment professional, refer to its program materials for any special
provisions regarding your investment in the fund.
The different ways to set up (register) your account with Fidelity are
listed in the table that follows.
WAYS TO SET UP YOUR ACCOUNT
INDIVIDUAL OR JOINT TENANT
FOR YOUR GENERAL INVESTMENT NEEDS
Individual accounts are owned by one person. Joint accounts can have two or
more owners (tenants).
GIFTS OR TRANSFERS TO A MINOR (UGMA, UTMA)
TO INVEST FOR A CHILD'S EDUCATION OR OTHER FUTURE NEEDS
These custodial accounts provide a way to give money to a child and obtain
tax benefits. An individual can give up to $10,000 a year per child without
paying federal gift tax. Depending on state laws, you can set up a
custodial account under the Uniform Gifts to Minors Act (UGMA) or the
Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (UTMA).
TRUST
FOR MONEY BEING INVESTED BY A TRUST
The trust must be established before an account can be opened.
BUSINESS OR ORGANIZATION
FOR INVESTMENT NEEDS OF CORPORATIONS, ASSOCIATIONS, PARTNERSHIPS, OR OTHER
GROUPS
Requires a special application.
HOW TO BUY SHARES
EACH FUND'S SHARE PRICE, called net asset value (NAV), is calculated every
business day. Each money market fund is managed to keep its share price
stable at $1.00. Each fund's shares are sold without a sales charge.
Shares are purchased at the next share price calculated after your
investment is received and accepted. Share price is normally calculated at
4 p.m. Eastern time.
IF YOU ARE NEW TO FIDELITY, complete and sign an account application and
mail it along with your check. You may also open your account in person or
by wire as described on page . If there is no application accompanying this
prospectus, call 1-800-544-8888.
IF YOU ALREADY HAVE MONEY INVESTED IN A FIDELITY FUND, you can:
(small solid bullet) Mail in an application with a check, or
(small solid bullet) Open your account by exchanging from another Fidelity
fund.
If you buy shares by check or Fidelity Money Line(registered trademark),
and then sell those shares by any method other than by exchange to another
Fidelity fund, the payment may be delayed for up to seven business days to
ensure that your previous investment has cleared.
MINIMUM INVESTMENTS
TO OPEN AN ACCOUNT $2,500
For the money market funds $5,000
TO ADD TO AN ACCOUNT $250
Through automatic investment plans $100
For the money market funds $500
MINIMUM BALANCE $1,000
These minimums may vary for investments through Fidelity Portfolio
Advisory Services. Refer to the program materials for details.
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Phone 1-800-544-777 (phone_graphic) (small solid bullet) Exchange from another (small solid bullet) Exchange from another
Fidelity fund account Fidelity fund account
with the same with the same
registration, including registration, including
name, address, and name, address, and
taxpayer ID number. taxpayer ID number.
(small solid bullet) Use Fidelity Money
Line to transfer from
your bank account. Call
before your first use to
verify that this service
is in place on your
account. Maximum
Money Line: $50,000.
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Mail (mail_graphic) (small solid bullet) Complete and sign the (small solid bullet) Make your check
application. Make your payable to the complete
check payable to the name of the fund.
complete name of the Indicate your fund
fund of your choice. account number on
Mail to the address your check and mail to
indicated on the the address printed on
application. your account statement.
(small solid bullet) Exchange by mail: call
1-800-544-6666 for
instructions.
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In Person (hand_graphic) (small solid bullet) Bring your application (small solid bullet) Bring your check to a
and check to a Fidelity Fidelity Investor Center.
Investor Center. Call Call 1-800-544-9797 for
1-800-544-9797 for the the center nearest you.
center nearest you.
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Wire (wire_graphic) (small solid bullet) Call 1-800-544-7777 to (small solid bullet) Wire to:
set up your account Bankers Trust
and to arrange a wire Company,
transaction. Bank Routing
(small solid bullet) Wire within 24 hours to: #021001033,
Bankers Trust Account #00163053.
Company, Specify the complete
Bank Routing name of the fund and
#021001033, include your account
Account #00163053. number and your
Specify the complete name.
name of the fund and
include your new
account number and
your name.
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Account Builder. Sign
up for this service
when opening your
account, or call
1-800-544-6666 to add
it.
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HOW TO SELL SHARES
You can arrange to take money out of your fund account at any time by
selling (redeeming) some or all of your shares. Your shares will be sold at
the next share price calculated after your order is received and accepted.
Share price is normally calculated at 4 p.m. Eastern time.
TO SELL SHARES THROUGH YOUR FIDELITY ULTRA SERVICE OR FIDELITYPLUS ACCOUNT,
call 1-800-544-6262 to receive a handbook with instructions.
IF YOU ARE SELLING SOME BUT NOT ALL OF YOUR SHARES, leave at least $1,000
worth of shares in the account to keep it open.
TO SELL SHARES BY BANK WIRE OR FIDELITY MONEY LINE, you will need to sign
up for these services in advance.
CERTAIN REQUESTS MUST INCLUDE A SIGNATURE GUARANTEE. It is designed to
protect you and Fidelity from fraud. Your request must be made in writing
and include a signature guarantee if any of the following situations apply:
(small solid bullet) You wish to redeem more than $100,000 worth of shares,
(small solid bullet) Your account registration has changed within the last
30 days,
(small solid bullet) The check is being mailed to a different address than
the one on your account (record address),
(small solid bullet) The check is being made payable to someone other than
the account owner, or
(small solid bullet) The redemption proceeds are being transferred to a
Fidelity account with a different registration.
You should be able to obtain a signature guarantee from a bank, broker
(including Fidelity Investor Centers), dealer, credit union (if authorized
under state law), securities exchange or association, clearing agency, or
savings association. A notary public cannot provide a signature guarantee.
SELLING SHARES IN WRITING
Write a "letter of instruction" with:
(small solid bullet) Your name,
(small solid bullet) The fund's name,
(small solid bullet) Your fund account number,
(small solid bullet) The dollar amount or number of shares to be redeemed,
and
(small solid bullet) Any other applicable requirements listed in the table
that follows.
Unless otherwise instructed, Fidelity will send a check to the record
address. Deliver your letter to a Fidelity Investor Center, or mail it to:
Fidelity Investments
P.O. Box 660602
Dallas, TX 75266-0602
CHECKWRITING
If you have a checkbook for your account, you may write an unlimited number
of checks. Do not, however, try to close out your account by check.
ACCOUNT TYPE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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Phone 1-800-544-777 (phone_graphic) All account types (small solid bullet) Maximum check request:
$100,000.
(small solid bullet) For Money Line transfers to
your bank account; minimum:
$10; maximum: $100,000.
(small solid bullet) You may exchange to other
Fidelity funds if both
accounts are registered with
the same name(s), address,
and taxpayer ID number.
Mail or in Person (mail_graphic)(hand_graphic) Individual, Joint (small solid bullet) The letter of instruction must
Tenant, be signed by all persons
Sole Proprietorship required to sign for
, UGMA, UTMA transactions, exactly as their
Trust names appear on the
account.
(small solid bullet) The trustee must sign the
letter indicating capacity as
Business or trustee. If the trustee's name
Organization is not in the account
registration, provide a copy of
the trust document certified
within the last 60 days.
(small solid bullet) At least one person
Executor, authorized by corporate
Administrator, resolution to act on the
Conservator, account must sign the letter.
Guardian (small solid bullet) Include a corporate
resolution with corporate seal
or a signature guarantee.
(small solid bullet) Call 1-800-544-6666 for
instructions.
Wire (wire_graphic) All account types (small solid bullet) You must sign up for the wire
feature before using it. To
verify that it is in place, call
1-800-544-6666. Minimum
wire: $5,000.
(small solid bullet) Your wire redemption request
must be received by Fidelity
before 4 p.m. Eastern time
for money to be wired on the
next business day.
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Check (check_graphic) All account types (small solid bullet) Minimum check: $500.
(small solid bullet) All account owners must sign
a signature card to receive a
checkbook.
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INVESTOR SERVICES
Fidelity provides a variety of services to help you manage your account.
INFORMATION SERVICES
FIDELITY'S TELEPHONE REPRESENTATIVES are available 24 hours a day, 365 days
a year. Whenever you call, you can speak with someone equipped to provide
the information or service you need.
24-HOUR SERVICE
ACCOUNT ASSISTANCE
1-800-544-6666
ACCOUNT BALANCES
1-800-544-7544
ACCOUNT TRANSACTIONS
1-800-544-7777
PRODUCT INFORMATION
1-800-544-8888
QUOTES
1-800-544-8544
RETIREMENT ACCOUNT
ASSISTANCE
1-800-544-4774
AUTOMATED SERVICE
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STATEMENTS AND REPORTS that Fidelity sends to you include the following:
(small solid bullet) Confirmation statements (after every transaction,
except reinvestments, that affects your account balance or your account
registration)
(small solid bullet) Account statements (quarterly)
(small solid bullet) Financial reports (every six months)
To reduce expenses, only one copy of most financial reports will be mailed
to your household, even if you have more than one account in the fund. Call
1-800-544-6666 if you need copies of financial reports or historical
account information.
TRANSACTION SERVICES
EXCHANGE PRIVILEGE. You may sell your fund shares and buy shares of other
Fidelity funds by telephone or in writing.
Note that exchanges out of a fund are limited to four per calendar year
(except for the money market funds), and that they may have tax
consequences for you. For details on policies and restrictions governing
exchanges, including circumstances under which a shareholder's exchange
privilege may be suspended or revoked, see page .
SYSTEMATIC WITHDRAWAL PLANS let you set up periodic redemptions from your
account.
FIDELITY MONEY LINE(registered trademark) enables you to transfer money by
phone between your bank account and your fund account. Most transfers are
complete within three business days of your call.
REGULAR INVESTMENT PLANS
One easy way to pursue your financial goals is to invest money regularly.
Fidelity offers convenient services that let you transfer money into your
fund account, or between fund accounts, automatically. While regular
investment plans do not guarantee a profit and will not protect you against
loss in a declining market, they can be an excellent way to invest for a
home, educational expenses, and other long-term financial goals.
REGULAR INVESTMENT PLANS
FIDELITY AUTOMATIC ACCOUNT BUILDERSM
TO MOVE MONEY FROM YOUR BANK ACCOUNT TO A FIDELITY FUND
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MINIMUM FREQUENCY SETTING UP OR CHANGING
$100 Monthly or (small solid bullet) For a new account, complete the
quarterly appropriate section on the fund
application.
(small solid bullet) For existing accounts, call
1-800-544-6666 for an application.
(small solid bullet) To change the amount or frequency of
your investment, call 1-800-544-6666 at
least three business days prior to your
next scheduled investment date.
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DIRECT DEPOSIT
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MINIMUM FREQUENCY SETTING UP OR CHANGING
$100 Every pay (small solid bullet) Check the appropriate box on the fund
period application, or call 1-800-544-6666 for an
authorization form.
(small solid bullet) Changes require a new authorization
form.
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MINIMUM FREQUENCY SETTING UP OR CHANGING
$100 Monthly, (small solid bullet) To establish, call 1-800-544-6666 after
bimonthly, both accounts are opened.
quarterly, or (small solid bullet) To change the amount or frequency of
annually your investment, call 1-800-544-6666.
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A BECAUSE BOND FUND SHARE PRICES FLUCTUATE, THOSE FUNDS MAY NOT BE
APPROPRIATE CHOICES FOR DIRECT DEPOSIT OF YOUR ENTIRE CHECK.
SHAREHOLDER AND ACCOUNT POLICIES
DIVIDENDS, CAPITAL GAINS, AND TAXES
Each fund distributes substantially all of its net investment income and
capital gains, if any, to shareholders each year. Income dividends are
declared daily and paid monthly. Capital gains earned by the bond funds are
normally distributed in February and December.
DISTRIBUTION OPTIONS
When you open an account, specify on your application how you want to
receive your distributions. If the option you prefer is not listed on the
application, call 1-800-544-6666 for instructions. Each fund offers four
options (three for the money market funds):
1. REINVESTMENT OPTION. Your dividend and capital gain distributions, if
any, will be automatically reinvested in additional shares of the fund. If
you do not indicate a choice on your application, you will be assigned this
option.
2. INCOME-EARNED OPTION. Your capital gain distributions, if any, will be
automatically reinvested, but you will be sent a check for each dividend
distribution. This option is not available for the money market funds.
3. CASH OPTION. You will be sent a check for your dividend and capital gain
distributions, if any.
4. DIRECTED DIVIDENDS(registered trademark) OPTION. Your dividend and
capital gain distributions, if any, will be automatically invested in
another identically registered Fidelity fund.
Dividends will be reinvested at the fund's NAV on the last day of the
month. Capital gain distributions, if any, will be reinvested at the NAV as
of the date the fund deducts the distribution from its NAV. The mailing of
distribution checks will begin within seven days, or longer for a December
ex-dividend date.
UNDERSTANDING
DISTRIBUTIONS
As a fund shareholder, you
are entitled to your share of
the fund's net income and
gains on its investments. The
fund passes its earnings
along to its investors as
DISTRIBUTIONS.
Each fund earns interest from
its investments. These are
passed along as DIVIDEND
DISTRIBUTIONS. The fund may
realize capital gains if it sells
securities for a higher price
than it paid for them. These
are passed along as CAPITAL
GAIN DISTRIBUTIONS. Money
market funds usually don't
make capital gain
distributions.
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TAXES
As with any investment, you should consider how an investment in a tax-free
fund could affect you. Below are some of the funds' tax implications.
TAXES ON DISTRIBUTIONS. Interest income that a fund earns is distributed to
shareholders as income dividends. Interest that is federally tax-free
remains federally tax-free when it is distributed.
However, gain on the sale of tax-free bonds results in taxable
distributions. Short-term capital gains and a portion of the gain on bonds
purchased at a discount are taxed as dividends. Long-term capital gain
distributions are taxed as long-term capital gains. These distributions are
taxable when they are paid, whether you take them in cash or reinvest them.
However, distributions declared in December and paid in January are taxable
as if they were paid on December 31. Fidelity will send you and the IRS a
statement showing the tax status of the distributions paid to you in the
previous year.
The interest from some municipal securities is subject to the federal
alternative minimum tax. Each fund may invest up to 100% of its
assets in these securities. Individuals who are subject to the tax must
report this interest on their tax returns.
To the extent that each fund's distributions are derived from state
tax-free obligations of its respective state, its income dividends will be
exempt from state taxes. For Ohio residents, dividends will be free from
the Ohio individual income tax, a school district tax, and the net income
base of the Ohio corporation franchise tax. For Michigan residents,
dividends will be free from the Michigan income, intangibles, and single
business taxes. For Minnesota residents dividends will be free from the
Minnesota personal income tax.
Unless 95% or more of Minnesota Municipal Income's tax-exempt
dividends are derived from obligations of the State of Minnesota or its
political subdivisions, all of the fund's dividends will be subject to the
Minnesota tax. FMR intends to meet the 95% requirement, but there is no
assurance it will do so.
During fiscal 1995, 100 % of each fund's income dividends was free
from federal and state income taxes. The table below shows the percentage
of each fund's income dividends that was subject to the federal alternative
minimum tax.
ALTERNATIVE MINIMUM TAX
Michigan Municipal Money Market 53.7
%
Ohio Municipal Money Market 52.3
%
Michigan Municipal Income 3.7
%
Minnesota Municipal Income 10.1
%
Ohio Municipal Income 7.1
%
TAXES ON TRANSACTIONS. Your bond fund redemptions - including exchanges to
other Fidelity funds - are subject to capital gains tax. A capital gain or
loss is the difference between the cost of your shares and the price you
receive when you sell them.
Whenever you sell shares of a fund, Fidelity will send you a confirmation
statement showing how many shares you sold and at what price. You will also
receive a consolidated transaction statement every January. However, it is
up to you or your tax preparer to determine whether this sale resulted in a
capital gain and, if so, the amount of tax to be paid. Be sure to keep your
regular account statements; the information they contain will be essential
in calculating the amount of your capital gains.
"BUYING A DIVIDEND." If you buy shares just before a fund deducts a capital
gain distribution from its NAV, you will pay the full price for the shares
and then receive a portion of the price back in the form of a taxable
distribution.
TRANSACTION DETAILS
THE FUNDS ARE OPEN FOR BUSINESS each day the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)
is open. Fidelity normally calculates each fund's NAV as of the close of
business of the NYSE, normally 4 p.m. Eastern time.
EACH FUND'S NAV is the value of a single share. The NAV is computed by
adding the value of the fund's investments, cash, and other assets,
subtracting its liabilities, and then dividing the result by the number of
shares outstanding.
The money market funds value the securities they own on the basis of
amortized cost. This method minimizes the effect of changes in a security's
market value and helps the fund to maintain a stable $1.00 share price. For
the bond funds, assets are valued primarily on the basis of market
quotations, if available. Since market quotations are often unavailable,
assets are usually valued by a method that the Board of Trustees believes
accurately reflects fair value.
EACH FUND'S OFFERING PRICE (price to buy one share) and REDEMPTION PRICE
(price to sell one share) are its NAV.
WHEN YOU SIGN YOUR ACCOUNT APPLICATION, you will be asked to certify that
your Social Security or taxpayer identification number is correct and that
you are not subject to 31% backup withholding for failing to report income
to the IRS. If you violate IRS regulations, the IRS can require a fund to
withhold 31% of your taxable distributions and redemptions.
YOU MAY INITIATE MANY TRANSACTIONS BY TELEPHONE. Fidelity may only be
liable for losses resulting from unauthorized transactions if it does not
follow reasonable procedures designed to verify the identity of the caller.
Fidelity will request personalized security codes or other information, and
may also record calls. You should verify the accuracy of your confirmation
statements immediately after you receive them. If you do not want the
ability to redeem and exchange by telephone, call Fidelity for
instructions.
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO REACH FIDELITY BY PHONE (for example, during periods
of unusual market activity), consider placing your order by mail or by
visiting a Fidelity Investor Center.
EACH FUND RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SUSPEND THE OFFERING OF SHARES for a period
of time. Each fund also reserves the right to reject any specific purchase
order, including certain purchases by exchange. See "Exchange Restrictions"
on page . Purchase orders may be refused if, in FMR's opinion, they would
disrupt management of a fund.
WHEN YOU PLACE AN ORDER TO BUY SHARES, your order will be processed at the
next offering price calculated after your order is received and accepted.
Note the following:
(small solid bullet) All of your purchases must be made in U.S. dollars and
checks must be drawn on U.S. banks.
(small solid bullet) Fidelity does not accept cash.
(small solid bullet) When making a purchase with more than one check, each
check must have a value of at least $50.
(small solid bullet) Each fund reserves the right to limit the number of
checks processed at one time.
(small solid bullet) If your check does not clear, your purchase will be
cancelled and you could be liable for any losses or fees a fund or its
transfer agent has incurred.
(small solid bullet) You begin to earn dividends as of the first business
day following the day of your purchase.
TO AVOID THE COLLECTION PERIOD associated with check and Money Line
purchases, consider buying shares by bank wire, U.S. Postal money order,
U.S. Treasury check, Federal Reserve check, or direct deposit instead.
YOU MAY BUY OR SELL SHARES OF THE FUNDS THROUGH A BROKER, who may charge
you a fee for this service. If you invest through a broker or other
institution, read its program materials for any additional service features
or fees that may apply.
CERTAIN FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS that have entered into sales agreements with
FDC may enter confirmed purchase orders on behalf of customers by phone,
with payment to follow no later than the time when a fund is priced on the
following business day. If payment is not received by that time, the
financial institution could be held liable for resulting fees or losses.
WHEN YOU PLACE AN ORDER TO SELL SHARES, your shares will be sold at the
next NAV calculated after your request is received and accepted. Note the
following:
(small solid bullet) Normally, redemption proceeds will be mailed to you on
the next business day, but if making immediate payment could adversely
affect a fund, it may take up to seven days to pay you.
(small solid bullet) Shares will earn dividends through the date of
redemption; however, shares redeemed on a Friday or prior to a holiday will
continue to earn dividends until the next business day.
(small solid bullet) Fidelity Money Line redemptions generally will be
credited to your bank account on the second or third business day after
your phone call.
(small solid bullet) Each fund may hold payment on redemptions until it is
reasonably satisfied that investments made by check or Fidelity Money Line
have been collected, which can take up to seven business days.
(small solid bullet) Redemptions may be suspended or payment dates
postponed when the NYSE is closed (other than weekends or holidays), when
trading on the NYSE is restricted, or as permitted by the SEC.
(small solid bullet) If you sell shares by writing a check and the amount
of the check is greater than the value of your account, your check will be
returned to you and you may be subject to additional charges.
FIDELITY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DEDUCT AN ANNUAL MAINTENANCE FEE of $12.00
from accounts with a value of less than $2,500, subject to an annual
maximum charge of $60.00 per shareholder. It is expected that accounts will
be valued on the second Friday in November of each year. Accounts opened
after September 30 will not be subject to the fee for that year. The fee,
which is payable to the transfer agent, is designed to offset in part the
relatively higher costs of servicing smaller accounts. The fee will not be
deducted from retirement accounts (except non-prototype retirement
accounts), accounts using regular investment plans, core accounts for a
Fidelity Ultra Service Account or a FidelityPlus brokerage account, or if
total assets in Fidelity funds exceed $50,000. Eligibility for the $50,000
waiver is determined by aggregating Fidelity mutual fund accounts
maintained by FSC or FBSI which are registered under the same social
security number or which list the same social security number for the
custodian of a Uniform Gifts/Transfers to Minors Act account.
IF YOUR ACCOUNT BALANCE FALLS BELOW $1,000, you will be given 30 days'
notice to reestablish the minimum balance. If you do not increase your
balance, Fidelity reserves the right to close your account and send the
proceeds to you. Your shares will be redeemed at the NAV on the day your
account is closed.
FIDELITY MAY CHARGE A FEE FOR SPECIAL SERVICES, such as providing
historical account documents, that are beyond the normal scope of its
services.
FDC may, at its own expense, provide promotional incentives to qualified
recipients who support the sale of shares of the funds without
reimbursement from the funds. Qualified recipients are securities dealers
who have sold fund shares or others, including banks and other financial
institutions, under special arrangements in connection with FDC's sales
activities. In some instances, these incentives may be offered only to
certain institutions whose representatives provide services in connection
with the sale or expected sale of significant amounts of shares.
EXCHANGE RESTRICTIONS
As a shareholder, you have the privilege of exchanging shares of a fund for
shares of other Fidelity funds. However, you should note the following:
(small solid bullet) The fund you are exchanging into must be registered
for sale in your state.
(small solid bullet) You may only exchange between accounts that are
registered in the same name, address, and taxpayer identification number.
(small solid bullet) Before exchanging into a fund, read its prospectus.
(small solid bullet) If you exchange into a fund with a sales charge, you
pay the percentage-point difference between that fund's sales charge and
any sales charge you have previously paid in connection with the shares you
are exchanging. For example, if you had already paid a sales charge of 2%
on your shares and you exchange them into a fund with a 3% sales charge,
you would pay an additional 1% sales charge.
(small solid bullet) Exchanges may have tax consequences for you.
(small solid bullet) Because excessive trading can hurt fund performance
and shareholders, each bond fund reserves the right to temporarily or
permanently terminate the exchange privilege of any investor who makes more
than four exchanges out of the fund per calendar year. Accounts under
common ownership or control, including accounts with the same taxpayer
identification number, will be counted together for purposes of the four
exchange limit.
(small solid bullet) Each fund reserves the right to refuse exchange
purchases by any person or group if, in FMR's judgment, the fund would be
unable to invest the money effectively in accordance with its investment
objective and policies, or would otherwise potentially be adversely
affected.
(small solid bullet) Your exchanges may be restricted or refused if a fund
receives or anticipates simultaneous orders affecting significant portions
of the fund's assets. In particular, a pattern of exchanges that coincides
with a "market timing" strategy may be disruptive to a fund.
Although the funds will attempt to give you prior notice whenever they are
reasonably able to do so, they may impose these restrictions at any time.
The funds reserve the right to terminate or modify the exchange privilege
in the future.
OTHER FUNDS MAY HAVE DIFFERENT EXCHANGE RESTRICTIONS, and may impose
administrative fees of up to $7.50 and redemption fees of up to 1.50% on
exchanges. Check each fund's prospectus for details.
This prospectus is printed on recycled paper using soy-based inks.
FIDELITY MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND
FIDELITY OHIO MUNICIPAL M ONEY MARKET FUND
FUNDS OF FIDELITY MUNICIPAL TRUST II
FIDELITY MICHIGAN M UNICIPAL INCOME FUND
FIDELITY MINNESOTA M UNICIPAL INCOME FUND
FIDELITY OHIO M UNICIPAL INCOME FUND
FUNDS OF FIDELITY MUNICIPAL TRUST
STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FEBRUARY 20, 1996
This Statement is not a prospectus but should be read in conjunction with
the funds' current Prospectus (dated February 20, 1996 ). Please
retain this document for future reference. The funds' financial
state ments and financial highlights, included in the Annual Report for
the fiscal year ended December 31, 1995, are incorporated herein by
reference. To obtain an additional copy of the Prospectus or the Annual
Report, please call Fidelity Distributors Corporation at 1-800-544-8888.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
Investment Policies and Limitations
Special Considerations Affecting Michigan
Special Considerations Affecting Minnesota
Special Considerations Affecting Ohio
Special Considerations Affecting Puerto Ric o
Portfolio Transactions
Valuation of Portfolio Securities
Performance
Additional Purchase and Redemption Information
Distributions and Taxes
FMR
Trustees and Officers
Management Contracts
Distribution and Service Plans
Contracts with FMR Affiliates
Description of the Trusts
Financial Statements
Appendix
INVESTMENT ADVISER
Fidelity Management & Research Company (FMR)
INVESTMENT SUB-ADVISER
FMR Texas Inc. (FTX) (money market funds)
DISTRIBUTOR
Fidelity Distributors Corporation (FDC)
TRANSFER AGENT
UMB Bank, n.a. ( UMB )
Fidelity Service Co. ( FSC )
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INVESTMENT POLICIES AND LIMITATIONS
The following policies and limitations supplement those set forth in the
Prospectus. Unless otherwise noted, whenever an investment policy or
limitation states a maximum percentage of a fund's assets that may be
invested in any security or other asset, or sets forth a policy regarding
quality standards, such standard or percentage limitation will be
determined immediately after and as a result of the fund's acquisition of
such security or other asset. Accordingly, any subsequent change in values,
net assets, or other circumstances will not be considered when determining
whether the investment complies with the fund's investment policies and
limitations.
A fund's fundamental investment policies and limitations cannot be changed
without approval by a "majority of the outstanding voting securities" (as
defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940) of the fund. However, except
for the fundamental investment limitations listed below, the investment
policies and limitations described in this Statement of Additional
Information are not fundamental and may be changed without shareholder
approval.
INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS OF THE MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND
( THE MICHIGAN MONEY MARKET FUND)
THE FOLLOWING ARE THE MICHIGAN MONEY MARKET FUND'S FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT
LIMITATIONS SET FORTH IN THEIR ENTIRETY. THE FUND MAY NOT:
(1) issue bonds or any other class of securities preferred over shares of
the fund in respect of the fund's assets or earnings, provided that
Fidelity Municipal Trust II may issue additional series of shares in
accordance with the Trust Instrument;
(2) sell securities short, unless it owns, or by virtue of ownership of
other securities has the right to obtain, securities equivalent in kind and
amount to the securities sold short;
(3) purchase securities on margin, except that the fund may obtain such
short-term credits as are necessary for the clearance of transactions;
(4) borrow money, except that the fund may borrow money for temporary or
emergency purposes (not for leveraging or investment) in an amount not
exceeding 33 1/3% of the value of its total assets (less liabilities other
than borrowings). Any borrowings that come to exceed 33 1/3% of the value
of the fund's total assets by reason of a decline in total assets will be
reduced within three days (exclusive of Sundays and holidays) to the extent
necessary to comply with the 33 1/3% limitation;
(5) underwrite securities issued by others (except to the extent that the
fund may be deemed to be an underwriter within the meaning of the
Securities Act of 1933 in the disposition of restricted securities);
(6) purchase the securities of any issuer (other than securities issued or
guaranteed by the U.S. government or any of its agencies,
instrumentalities, territories, or possessions, or issued or guaranteed by
a state government or political subdivision thereof) if, as a result, more
than 25% of the value of its total assets would be invested in securities
of companies having their principal business activities in the same
industry;
(7) purchase or sell real estate unless acquired as a result of ownership
of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent the fund
from investing in securities or other instruments backed by real estate or
securities of companies engaged in the real estate business);
(8) purchase or sell physical commodities unless acquired as a result of
ownership of securities; or
(9) lend any security or make any other loan if, as a result, more than 33
1/3% of its total assets would be lent to other parties (but this
limitation does not apply to the purchase of debt securities or to
repurchase agreements).
(10) The fund may, notwithstanding any other fundamental investment policy
or limitation, invest all of its assets in the securities of a single
open-ended management investment company with substantially the same
fundamental investment objective, policies, and limitations as the fund.
THE FOLLOWING INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS ARE NOT FUNDAMENTAL AND MAY BE CHANGED
WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL.
(i) To meet federal tax requirements for qualification as a "regulated
investment company," the fund limits its investments so that at the close
of each quarter of its taxable year: (a) with regard to at least 50% of
total assets, no more than 5% of total assets are invested in the
securities of a single issuer; and (b) no more than 25% of total assets are
invested in the securities of a single issuer. Limitations (a) and (b) do
not apply to "Government securities" as defined for federal tax purposes.
(ii) The fund may borrow money only (a) from a bank or from a registered
investment company or fund for which FMR or an affiliate serves as
investment adviser or (b) by engaging in reverse repurchase agreements with
any party (reverse repurchase agreements are treated as borrowings for
purposes of fundamental investment limitation (4)). The fund will not
purchase any security while borrowings representing more than 5% of its
total assets are outstanding. The fund will not borrow from other funds
advised by FMR or its affiliates if total outstanding borrowings
immediately after such borrowing would exceed 15% of the fund's total
assets.
(iii) The fund does not currently intend to purchase any security if, as a
result, more than 10% of its net assets would be invested in securities
that are deemed to be illiquid because they are subject to legal or
contractual restrictions on resale or because they cannot be sold or
disposed of in the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices
at which they are valued.
( i v) The fund does not currently intend to purchase or sell futures
contracts or call options. This limitation does not apply to options
attached to, or acquired or traded together with, their underlying
securities, and does not apply to securities that incorporate features
similar to options or futures contracts.
(v) The fund does not currently intend to engage in repurchase agreements
or make loans, but this limitation does not apply to purchases of debt
securities.
(vi) The fund does not currently intend to (a) purchase securities of other
investment companies, except in the open market where no commission except
the ordinary broker's commission is paid, or (b) purchase or retain
securities issued by other open-end investment companies. Limitations (a)
and (b) do not apply to securities received as dividends, through offers of
exchange, or as a result of a reorganization, consolidation, or merger.
(vii) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities of any
issuer (other than securities issued or guaranteed by domestic or foreign
governments or political subdivisions thereof) if, as a result, more than
5% of its total assets would be invested in the securities of business
enterprises that, including predecessors, have a record of less than three
years of continuous operation.
( viii ) The fund does not currently intend to invest all of its
assets in the securities of a single open-end management investment company
with substantially the same fundamental investment objective, policies, and
limitations as the fund.
For purposes of limitation (viii), pass-through entities and other special
purpose vehicles or pools of financial assets, such as issuers of
asset-backed securities or investment companies, are not considered
"business enterprises."
For purposes of limitations (6) and (i), FMR identifies the issuer of a
security depending on its terms and conditions. In identifying the issuer,
FMR will consider the entity or entities responsible for payment of
interest and repayment of principal and the source of such payments; the
way in which assets and revenues of an issuing political subdivision are
separated from those of other political entities; and whether a government
body is guaranteeing the security.
For the fund's policies on quality and maturity, see the section entitled
"Quality and Maturity" on page .
INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS OF FIDELITY OHIO MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND
(THE OHIO MONEY MARKET FUND)
THE FOLLOWING ARE THE OHIO MONEY MARKET FUND'S FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT
LIMITATIONS SET FORTH IN THEIR ENTIRETY. THE FUND MAY NOT:
(1) issue bonds or any other class of securities preferred over shares of
the fund in respect of the fund's assets or earnings, provided that
Fidelity Municipal Trust II may issue additional series of shares in
accordance with the Trust Instrument;
(2) sell securities short, unless it owns, or by virtue of ownership of
other securities has the right to obtain, securities equivalent in kind and
amount to the securities sold short;
(3) purchase securities on margin, except that the fund may obtain such
short-term credits as are necessary for the clearance of transactions;
(4) borrow money, except that the fund may borrow money for temporary or
emergency purposes (not for leveraging or investment) in an amount not
exceeding 33 1/3% of the value of its total assets (less liabilities other
than borrowings). Any borrowings that come to exceed 33 1/3% of the value
of the fund's total assets by reason of a decline in total assets will be
reduced within three days (exclusive of Sundays and holidays) to the extent
necessary to comply with the 33 1/3% limitation;
(5) underwrite securities issued by others (except to the extent that the
fund may be deemed to be an underwriter within the meaning of the
Securities Act of 1933 in the disposition of restricted securities);
(6) purchase the securities of any issuer (other than securities issued or
guaranteed by the U.S. government or any of its agencies,
instrumentalities, territories, or possessions, or issued or guaranteed by
a state government or political subdivision thereof) if, as a result, more
than 25% of the value of its total assets would be invested in securities
of companies having their principal business activities in the same
industry;
(7) purchase or sell real estate unless acquired as a result of ownership
of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent the fund
from investing in securities or other instruments backed by real estate or
securities of companies engaged in the real estate business);
(8) purchase or sell physical commodities unless acquired as a result of
ownership of securities; or
(9) lend any security or make any other loan if, as a result, more than 33
1/3% of its total assets would be lent to other parties (but this
limitation does not apply to purchases of debt securities or to repurchase
agreements).
(10) The fund may, notwithstanding any other fundamental investment policy
or limitation, invest all of its assets in the securities of a single
open-ended management investment company with substantially the same
fundamental investment objective, policies, and limitations as the fund.
THE FOLLOWING INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS ARE NOT FUNDAMENTAL AND MAY BE CHANGED
WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL.
(i) To meet federal tax requirements for qualification as a "regulated
investment company," the fund limits its investments so that at the close
of each quarter of its taxable year: (a) with regard to at least 50% of
total assets, no more than 5% of total assets are invested in the
securities of a single issuer, and (b) no more than 25% of total assets are
invested in the securities of a single issuer. Limitations (a) and (b) do
not apply to "Government securities" as defined for federal tax purposes.
(ii) The fund may borrow money only (a) from a bank or from a registered
investment company or fund for which FMR or an affiliate serves as
investment adviser or (b) by engaging in reverse repurchase agreements with
any party (reverse repurchase agreements are treated as borrowings for
purposes of fundamental investment limitation (4)). The fund will not
purchase any security while borrowings representing more than 5% of its
total assets are outstanding. The fund will not borrow from other funds
advised by FMR or its affiliates if total outstanding borrowings
immediately after such borrowing would exceed 15% of the fund's total
assets.
(iii) The fund does not currently intend to purchase any security if, as a
result, more than 10% of its net assets would be invested in securities
that are deemed to be illiquid because they are subject to legal or
contractual restrictions on resale or because they cannot be sold or
disposed of in the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices
at which they are valued.
( i v) The fund does not currently intend to purchase or sell futures
contracts or call options. This limitation does not apply to options
attached to, or acquired or traded together with, their underlying
securities, and does not apply to securities that incorporate features
similar to options or futures contracts.
(v) The fund does not currently intend to engage in repurchase agreements
or make loans, but this limitation does not apply to purchases of debt
securities.
(vi) The fund does not currently intend to (a) purchase securities of other
investment companies, except in the open market where no commission except
the ordinary broker's commission is paid, or (b) purchase or retain
securities issued by other open-end investment companies. Limitations (a)
and (b) do not apply to securities received as dividends, through offers of
exchange, or as a result of a reorganization, consolidation, or merger.
(vii) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities of any
issuer (other than securities issued or guaranteed by domestic or foreign
governments or political subdivisions thereof) if, as a result, more than
5% of its total assets would be invested in the securities of business
enterprises that, including predecessors, have a record of less than three
years of continuous operation.
( viii ) The fund does not currently intend to invest all of its
assets in the securities of a single open-end management investment company
with substantially the same fundamental investment objective, policies, and
limitations as the fund.
For purposes of limitation (viii), pass-through entities and other special
purpose vehicles or pools of financial assets, such as issuers of
asset-backed securities or investment companies, are not considered
"business enterprises."
For purposes of limitations (6) and (i), FMR identifies the issuer of a
security depending on its terms and conditions. In identifying the issuer,
FMR will consider the entity or entities responsible for payment of
interest and repayment of principal and the source of such payments; the
way in which assets and revenues of an issuing political subdivision are
separated from those of other political entities; and whether a government
body is guaranteeing the security.
For the fund's policies on quality and maturity, see the section entitled
"Quality and Maturity" on page .
INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS OF FIDELITY MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
(THE MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND )
THE FOLLOWING ARE THE MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND'S FUNDAMENTAL
INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS SET FORTH IN THEIR ENTIRETY. THE FUND MAY NOT:
(1) issue senior securities, except as permitted under the Investment
Company Act of 1940;
(2) borrow money, except that the fund may borrow money for temporary or
emergency purposes (not for leveraging or investment) in an amount not
exceeding 33 1/3% of its total assets (including the amount borrowed) less
liabilities (other than borrowings). Any borrowings that come to exceed
this amount will be reduced within three days (not including Sundays and
holidays) to the extent necessary to comply with the 33 1/3% limitation;
(3) underwrite securities issued by others, except to the extent that the
fund may be considered an underwriter within the meaning of the Securities
Act of 1933 in the disposition of restricted securities;
(4) purchase the securities of any issuer (other than securities issued or
guaranteed by the U.S. government or any of its agencies or
instrumentalities, or tax-exempt obligations issued or guaranteed by a U.S.
territory or possession or a state or local government, or a political
subdivision of any of the foregoing) if, as a result, more than 25% of the
fund's total assets would be invested in securities of companies whose
principal business activities are in the same industry;
(5) purchase or sell real estate unless acquired as a result of ownership
of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent the fund
from investing in securities or other instruments backed by real estate or
securities of companies engaged in the real estate business);
(6) purchase or sell physical commodities unless acquired as a result of
ownership of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent
the fund from purchasing or selling options and futures contracts or from
investing in securities or other instruments backed by physical
commodities);
(7) lend any security or make any other loan if, as a result, more than 33
1/3% of its total assets would be lent to other parties, but this
limitation does not apply to purchases of debt securities or to repurchase
agreements, or
(8) invest in companies for the purpose of exercising control or
management.
THE FOLLOWING INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS ARE NOT FUNDAMENTAL AND MAY BE CHANGED
WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL.
(i) To meet federal tax requirements for qualification as a "regulated
investment company," the fund limits its investments so that at the close
of each quarter of its taxable year: (a) with regard to at least 50% of
total assets, no more than 5% of total assets are invested in the
securities of a single issuer, and (b) no more than 25% of total assets are
invested in the securities of a single issuer. Limitations (a) and (b) do
not apply to "Government securities" as defined for federal tax purposes.
(ii) The fund does not currently intend to sell securities short, unless it
owns or has the right to obtain securities equivalent in kind and amount to
the securities sold short, and provided that transactions in futures
contracts and options are not deemed to constitute selling securities
short.
(iii) The fund does not currently intend to purchase securities on margin,
except that the fund may obtain such short-term credits as are necessary
for the clearance of transactions, and provided that margin payments in
connection with futures contracts and options on futures contracts shall
not constitute purchasing securities on margin.
(iv) The fund may borrow money only (a) from a bank or from a registered
investment company or fund for which FMR or an affiliate serves as
investment adviser or (b) by engaging in reverse repurchase agreements with
any party (reverse repurchase agreements are treated as borrowings for
purposes of fundamental investment limitation (2)). The fund will not
borrow from other funds advised by FMR or its affiliates if total
outstanding borrowings immediately after such borrowing would exceed 15% of
the fund's total assets.
(v) The fund does not currently intend to purchase any security if, as a
result, more than 10% of its net assets would be invested in securities
that are deemed to be illiquid because they are subject to legal, or
contractual restrictions on resale or because they cannot be sold or
disposed of in the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices
at which they are valued.
(vi) The fund does not currently intend to engage in repurchase agreements
or make loans, but this limitation does not apply to purchases of debt
securities.
(vii) The fund does not currently intend to (a) purchase securities of
other investment companies, except in the open market where no commission
except the ordinary broker's commission is paid, or (b) purchase or retain
securities issued by other open-end investment companies. Limitations (a)
and (b) do not apply to securities received as dividends, through offers of
exchange, or as a result of a reorganization, consolidation, or merger.
( viii ) The fund does not currently intend to invest in oil, gas, or
other mineral exploration or development programs or leases;
( ix ) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities
of any issuer if those officers and Trustees of the trust and those
officers and directors of FMR who individually own more than 1/2 of 1% of
the securities of such issuer together own more than 5% of such issuer's
securities.
For purposes of limitations (4) and (ii), FMR identifies the issuer of a
security depending on its terms and conditions. In identifying the issuer,
FMR will consider the entity or entities responsible for payment of
interest and repayment of principal and the source of such payments; the
way in which assets and revenues of an issuing political subdivision are
separated from those of other political entities; and whether a government
body is guaranteeing the security.
For the fund's limitations on futures and options transactions, see the
section entitled "Limitations on Futures and Options Transactions"
beginning on page 9.
INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS OF FIDELITY MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
(THE MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND)
THE FOLLOWING ARE THE MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND'S FUNDAMENTAL
INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS SET FORTH IN THEIR ENTIRETY. THE FUND MAY NOT:
(1) issue senior securities, except as permitted under the Investment
Company Act of 1940;
(2) borrow money, except that the fund may borrow money for temporary or
emergency purposes (not for leveraging or investment) in an amount not
exceeding 33 1/3% of its total assets (including the amount borrowed) less
liabilities (other than borrowings). Any borrowings that come to exceed
this amount will be reduced within three days (not including Sundays and
holidays) to the extent necessary to comply with the 33 1/3% limitation;
(3) underwrite securities issued by others, except to the extent that the
fund may be considered an underwriter within the meaning of the Securities
Act of 1933 in the disposition of restricted securities;
(4) purchase the securities of any issuer (other than securities issued or
guaranteed by the U.S. government or any of its agencies or
instrumentalities, or tax-exempt obligations issued or guaranteed by a U.S.
territory or possession or a state or local government, or a political
subdivision of any of the foregoing) if, as a result, more than 25% of the
fund's total assets would be invested in securities of companies whose
principal business activities are in the same industry;
(5) purchase or sell real estate unless acquired as a result of ownership
of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent the fund
from investing in securities or other instruments backed by real estate or
securities of companies engaged in the real estate business);
(6) purchase or sell physical commodities unless acquired as a result of
ownership of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent
the fund from purchasing or selling options and futures contracts or from
investing in securities or other instruments backed by physical
commodities);
(7) lend any security or make any other loan if, as a result, more than 33
1/3% of its total assets would be lent to other parties, but this
limitation does not apply to purchases of debt securities or to repurchase
agreements, or
(8) invest in companies for the purpose of exercising control or
management.
THE FOLLOWING INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS ARE NOT FUNDAMENTAL AND MAY BE CHANGED
WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL.
(i) To meet federal tax requirements for qualification as a "regulated
investment company," the fund limits its investments so that at the close
of each quarter of its taxable year: (a) with regard to at least 50% of
total assets, no more than 5% of total assets are invested in the
securities of a single issuer, and (b) no more than 25% of total assets are
invested in the securities of a single issuer. Limitations (a) and (b) do
not apply to "Government securities" as defined for federal tax purposes.
(ii) The fund does not currently intend to sell securities short, unless it
owns or has the right to obtain securities equivalent in kind and amount to
the securities sold short, and provided that transactions in futures
contracts and options are not deemed to constitute selling securities
short.
(iii) The fund does not currently intend to purchase securities on margin,
except that the fund may obtain such short-term credits as are necessary
for the clearance of transactions, and provided that margin payments in
connection with futures contracts and options on futures contracts shall
not constitute purchasing securities on margin.
(iv) The fund may borrow money only (a) from a bank or from a registered
investment company or fund for which FMR or an affiliate serves as
investment adviser or (b) by engaging in reverse repurchase agreements with
any party (reverse repurchase agreements are treated as borrowings for
purposes of fundamental investment limitation (2)). The fund will not
borrow from other funds advised by FMR or its affiliates if total
outstanding borrowings immediately after such borrowing would exceed 15% of
the fund's total assets.
(v) The fund does not currently intend to purchase any security if, as a
result, more than 10% of its net assets would be invested in securities
that are deemed to be illiquid because they are subject to legal, or
contractual restrictions on resale or because they cannot be sold or
disposed of in the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices
at which they are valued.
(vi) The fund does not currently intend to engage in repurchase agreements
or make loans, but this limitation does not apply to purchases of debt
securities.
(vii) The fund does not currently intend to (a) purchase securities of
other investment companies, except in the open market where no commission
except the ordinary broker's commission is paid, or (b) purchase or retain
securities issued by other open-end investment companies. Limitations (a)
and (b) do not apply to securities received as dividends, through offers of
exchange, or as a result of a reorganization, consolidation, or merger.
( viii ) The fund does not currently intend to invest in oil, gas, or
other mineral exploration or development programs or leases.
( ix ) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities
of any issuer if those officers and Trustees of the trust and those
officers and directors of FMR who individually own more than 1/2 of 1% of
the securities of such issuer together own more than 5% of such issuer's
securities.
For purposes of limitations (4) and (i), FMR identifies the issuer of a
security depending on its terms and conditions. In identifying the issuer,
FMR will consider the entity or entities responsible for payment of
interest and repayment of principal and the source of such payments; the
way in which assets and revenues of an issuing political subdivision are
separated from those of other political entities; and whether a government
body is guaranteeing the security.
For the fund's limitations on futures and options transactions, see the
section entitled "Limitations on Futures and Options Transactions"
beginning on page 9.
INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS OF FIDELITY OHIO MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND
(THE OHIO MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND)
THE FOLLOWING ARE THE OHIO MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND'S FUNDAMENTAL
INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS SET FORTH IN THEIR ENTIRETY. THE FUND MAY NOT:
(1) issue senior securities, except as permitted under the Investment
Company Act of 1940;
(2) borrow money, except that the fund may borrow money for temporary or
emergency purposes (not for leveraging or investment) in an amount not
exceeding 33 1/3% of its total assets (including the amount borrowed) less
liabilities (other than borrowings). Any borrowings that come to exceed
this amount will be reduced within three days (not including Sundays and
holidays) to the extent necessary to comply with the 33 1/3% limitation;
(3) underwrite securities issued by others, except to the extent that the
fund may be considered an underwriter within the meaning of the Securities
Act of 1933 in the disposition of restricted securities;
(4) purchase the securities of any issuer (other than securities issued or
guaranteed by the U.S. government or any of its agencies or
instrumentalities, or tax-exempt obligations issued or guaranteed by a U.S.
territory or possession or a state or local government, or a political
subdivision of any of the foregoing) if, as a result, more than 25% of the
fund's total assets would be invested in securities of companies whose
principal business activities are in the same industry;
(5) purchase or sell real estate unless acquired as a result of ownership
of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent the fund
from investing in securities or other instruments backed by real estate or
securities of companies engaged in the real estate business);
(6) purchase or sell physical commodities unless acquired as a result of
ownership of securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent
the fund from purchasing or selling options and futures contracts or from
investing in securities or other instruments backed by physical
commodities);
(7) lend any security or make any other loan if, as a result, more than 33
1/3% of its total assets would be lent to other parties, but this
limitation does not apply to purchases of debt securities or to repurchase
agreements, or
(8) invest in companies for the purpose of exercising control or
management.
THE FOLLOWING INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS ARE NOT FUNDAMENTAL AND MAY BE CHANGED
WITHOUT SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL.
(i) To meet federal tax requirements for qualification as a "regulated
investment company," the fund limits its investments so that at the close
of each quarter of its taxable year: (a) with regard to at least 50% of
total assets, no more than 5% of total assets are invested in the
securities of a single issuer, and (b) no more than 25% of total assets are
invested in the securities of a single issuer. Limitations (a) and (b) do
not apply to "Government securities" as defined for federal tax purposes.
(ii) The fund does not currently intend to sell securities short, unless it
owns or has the right to obtain securities equivalent in kind and amount to
the securities sold short, and provided that transactions in futures
contracts and options are not deemed to constitute selling securities
short.
(iii) The fund does not currently intend to purchase securities on margin,
except that the fund may obtain such short-term credits as are necessary
for the clearance of transactions, and provided that margin payments in
connection with futures contracts and options on futures contracts shall
not constitute purchasing securities on margin.
(iv) The fund may borrow money only (a) from a bank or from a registered
investment company or fund for which FMR or an affiliate serves as
investment adviser or (b) by engaging in reverse repurchase agreements with
any party (reverse repurchase agreements are treated as borrowings for
purposes of fundamental investment limitation (2)). The fund will not
borrow from other funds advised by FMR or its affiliates if total
outstanding borrowings immediately after such borrowing would exceed 15% of
the fund's total assets.
(v) The fund does not currently intend to purchase any security if, as a
result, more than 10% of its net assets would be invested in securities
that are deemed to be illiquid because they are subject to legal, or
contractual restrictions on resale or because they cannot be sold or
disposed of in the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices
at which they are valued.
(vi) The fund does not currently intend to engage in repurchase agreements
or make loans, but this limitation does not apply to purchases of debt
securities.
(vii) The fund does not currently intend to (a) purchase securities of
other investment companies, except in the open market where no commission
except the ordinary broker's commission is paid, or (b) purchase or retain
securities issued by other open-end investment companies. Limitations (a)
and (b) do not apply to securities received as dividends, through offers of
exchange, or as a result of a reorganization, consolidation, or merger.
(viii) The fund does not currently intend to invest in oil, gas, or other
mineral exploration or development programs or leases.
(ix) The fund does not currently intend to purchase the securities of any
issuer if those officers and Trustees of the trust and those officers and
directors of FMR who individually own more than 1/2 of 1% of the securities
of such issuer together own more than 5% of such issuer's securities.
For purposes of limitations (4) and (i), FMR identifies the issuer of a
security depending on its terms and conditions. In identifying the issuer,
FMR will consider the entity or entities responsible for payment of
interest and repayment of principal and the source of such payments; the
way in which assets and revenues of an issuing political subdivision are
separated from those of other political entities; and whether a government
body is guaranteeing the security.
For the fund's limitations on futures and options transactions, see the
section entitled "Limitations on Futures and Options Transactions"
beginning on page 9.
Each fund's investments must be consistent with its investment objective
and policies. Accordingly, not all of the security types and investment
techniques discussed below are eligible investments for each of the funds.
AFFILIATED BANK TRANSACTIONS. A fund may engage in transactions with
financial institutions that are, or may be considered to be, "affiliated
persons" of the fund under the Investment Company Act of 1940. These
transactions may include repurchase agreements with custodian banks;
short-term obligations of, and repurchase agreements with, the 50 largest
U.S. banks (measured by deposits); municipal securities; U.S. government
securities with affiliated financial institutions that are primary dealers
in these securities; short-term currency transactions; and short-term
borrowings. In accordance with exemptive orders issued by the Securities
and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Board of Trustees has established
and periodically reviews procedures applicable to transactions involving
affiliated financial institutions.
DELAYED-DELIVERY TRANSACTIONS. Each fund may buy and sell securities on a
delayed-delivery or when-issued basis. These transactions involve a
commitment by a fund to purchase or sell specific securities at a
predetermined price or yield, with payment and delivery taking place after
the customary settlement period for that type of security. Typically, no
interest accrues to the purchaser until the security is delivered. Michigan
Municipal Income , Minnesota Municipal Income , and Ohio
Municipal Income may receive fees for entering into delayed-delivery
transactions.
When purchasing securities on a delayed-delivery basis, each fund assumes
the rights and risks of ownership, including the risk of price and yield
fluctuations. Because a fund is not required to pay for securities until
the delivery date, these risks are in addition to the risks associated with
the fund's other investments. If a fund remains substantially fully
invested at a time when delayed-delivery purchases are outstanding, the
delayed-delivery purchases may result in a form of leverage. When
delayed-delivery purchases are outstanding, the fund will set aside
appropriate liquid assets in a segregated custodial account to cover its
purchase obligations. When a fund has sold a security on a delayed-delivery
basis, the fund does not participate in further gains or losses with
respect to the security. If the other party to a delayed-delivery
transaction fails to deliver or pay for the securities, the fund could miss
a favorable price or yield opportunity, or could suffer a loss.
Each fund may renegotiate delayed-delivery transactions after they are
entered into, and may sell underlying securities before they are delivered,
which may result in capital gains or losses.
FEDERALLY TAXABLE OBLIGATIONS. Under normal conditions, the funds do not
intend to invest in securities whose interest is federally taxable.
However, from time to time on a temporary basis, each fund may invest a
portion of its assets in fixed-income obligations whose interest is subject
to federal income tax.
Should a fund invest in federally taxable obligations, it would purchase
securities that in FMR's judgment are of high quality. These would include
obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or its agencies or
instrumentalities; obligations of domestic banks; and repurchase
agreements. The bond funds' standards for high-quality, taxable obligations
are essentially the same as those described by Moody's Investors Service,
Inc. (Moody's) in rating corporate obligations within its two highest
ratings of Prime-1 and Prime-2, and those described by Standard & Poor's
(S&P) in rating corporate obligations within its two highest ratings of A-1
and A-2. The money market funds will purchase taxable obligations only if
they meet its quality requirements.
Proposals to restrict or eliminate the federal income tax exemption for
interest on municipal obligations are introduced before Congress from time
to time. Proposals also may be introduced before the Michigan, Minnesota,
and Ohio legislatures that would affect the state tax treatment of the
funds' distributions. If such proposals were enacted, the availability of
municipal obligations and the value of the funds' holdings would be
affected and the Trustees would reevaluate the funds' investment objectives
and policies.
FUTURES AND OPTIONS. The following sections pertain to futures
and options: Asset Coverage for Futures and Options Positions, Combined
Positions, Correlation of Price Changes, Futures Contracts, Futures Margin
Payments, Limitations on Futures and Options Transactions, Liquidity of
Options and Futures Contracts, OTC Options, Purchasing Put and Call
Options, and Writing Put and Call Options.
ASSET COVERAGE FOR FUTURES AND OPTIONS POSITIONS. The funds will comply
with guidelines established by the Securities and Exchange Commission with
respect to coverage of options and futures strategies by mutual funds, and
if the guidelines so require will set aside appropriate liquid assets in a
segregated custodial account in the amount prescribed. Securities held in a
segregated account cannot be sold while the futures or option strategy is
outstanding, unless they are replaced with other suitable assets. As a
result, there is a possibility that segregation of a large percentage of a
fund's assets could impede portfolio management or the fund's ability to
meet redemption requests or other current obligations.
COMBINED POSITIONS. A fund may purchase and write options in combination
with each other, or in combination with futures or forward contracts, to
adjust the risk and return characteristics of the overall position. For
example, a fund may purchase a put option and write a call option on the
same underlying instrument, in order to construct a combined position whose
risk and return characteristics are similar to selling a futures contract.
Another possible combined position would involve writing a call option at
one strike price and buying a call option at a lower price, in order to
reduce the risk of the written call option in the event of a substantial
price increase. Because combined options positions involve multiple trades,
they result in higher transaction costs and may be more difficult to open
and close out.
CORRELATION OF PRICE CHANGES. Because there are a limited number of types
of exchange-traded options and futures contracts, it is likely that the
standardized contracts available will not match a fund's current or
anticipated investments exactly. The funds may invest in options and
futures contracts based on securities with different issuers, maturities,
or other characteristics from the securities in which they typically
invest, which involves a risk that the options or futures position will not
track the performance of a fund's other investments.
Options and futures prices can also diverge from the prices of their
underlying instruments, even if the underlying instruments match a fund's
investments well. Options and futures prices are affected by such factors
as current and anticipated short-term interest rates, changes in volatility
of the underlying instrument, and the time remaining until expiration of
the contract, which may not affect security prices the same way. Imperfect
correlation may also result from differing levels of demand in the options
and futures markets and the securities markets, from structural differences
in how options and futures and securities are traded, or from imposition of
daily price fluctuation limits or trading halts. A fund may purchase or
sell options and futures contracts with a greater or lesser value than the
securities it wishes to hedge or intends to purchase in order to attempt to
compensate for differences in volatility between the contract and the
securities, although this may not be successful in all cases. If price
changes in a fund's options or futures positions are poorly correlated with
its other investments, the positions may fail to produce anticipated gains
or result in losses that are not offset by gains in other investments.
FUTURES CONTRACTS. When a fund purchases a futures contract, it agrees to
purchase a specified underlying instrument at a specified future date. When
a fund sells a futures contract, it agrees to sell the underlying
instrument at a specified future date. The price at which the purchase and
sale will take place is fixed when the fund enters into the contract. Some
currently available futures contracts are based on specific securities,
such as U.S. Treasury bonds or notes, and some are based on indices of
securities prices, such as the Bond Buyer Municipal Bond Index. Futures can
be held until their delivery dates, or can be closed out before then if a
liquid secondary market is available.
The value of a futures contract tends to increase and decrease in tandem
with the value of its underlying instrument. Therefore, purchasing futures
contracts will tend to increase a fund's exposure to positive and negative
price fluctuations in the underlying instrument, much as if it had
purchased the underlying instrument directly. When a fund sells a futures
contract, by contrast, the value of its futures position will tend to move
in a direction contrary to the market. Selling futures contracts,
therefore, will tend to offset both positive and negative market price
changes, much as if the underlying instrument had been sold.
FUTURES MARGIN PAYMENTS. The purchaser or seller of a futures contract is
not required to deliver or pay for the underlying instrument unless the
contract is held until the delivery date. However, both the purchaser and
seller are required to deposit "initial margin" with a futures broker,
known as a futures commission merchant (FCM), when the contract is entered
into. Initial margin deposits are typically equal to a percentage of the
contract's value. If the value of either party's position declines, that
party will be required to make additional "variation margin" payments to
settle the change in value on a daily basis. The party that has a gain may
be entitled to receive all or a portion of this amount. Initial and
variation margin payments do not constitute purchasing securities on margin
for purposes of a fund's investment limitations. In the event of the
bankruptcy of an FCM that holds margin on behalf of a fund, the fund may be
entitled to return of margin owed to it only in proportion to the amount
received by the FCM's other customers, potentially resulting in losses to
the fund.
LIMITATIONS ON FUTURES AND OPTIONS TRANSACTIONS. Each bond fund has filed a
notice of eligibility for exclusion from the definition of the term
"commodity pool operator" with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission
(CFTC) and the National Futures Association, which regulate trading in the
futures markets. The funds intend to comply with Rule 4.5 under the
Commodity Exchange Act, which limits the extent to which the funds can
commit assets to initial margin deposits and option premiums.
In addition, each fund will not: (a) sell futures contracts, purchase put
options, or write call options if, as a result, more than 25% of the fund's
total assets would be hedged with futures and options under normal
conditions; (b) purchase futures contracts or write put options if, as a
result, the fund's total obligations upon settlement or exercise of
purchased futures contracts and written put options would exceed 25% of its
total assets; or (c) purchase call options if, as a result, the current
value of option premiums for call options purchased by the fund would
exceed 5% of the fund's total assets. These limitations do not apply to
options attached to or acquired or traded together with their underlying
securities, and do not apply to securities that incorporate features
similar to options.
The above limitations on the funds' investments in futures contracts and
options, and the funds' policies regarding futures contracts and options
discussed elsewhere in this Statement of Additional Information, are not
fundamental policies and may be changed as regulatory agencies permit.
LIQUIDITY OF OPTIONS AND FUTURES CONTRACTS. There is no assurance a liquid
secondary market will exist for any particular options or futures contract
at any particular time. Options may have relatively low trading volume and
liquidity if their strike prices are not close to the underlying
instrument's current price. In addition, exchanges may establish daily
price fluctuation limits for options and futures contracts, and may halt
trading if a contract's price moves upward or downward more than the limit
in a given day. On volatile trading days when the price fluctuation limit
is reached or a trading halt is imposed, it may be impossible for a fund to
enter into new positions or close out existing positions. If the secondary
market for a contract is not liquid because of price fluctuation limits or
otherwise, it could prevent prompt liquidation of unfavorable positions,
and potentially could require a fund to continue to hold a position until
delivery or expiration regardless of changes in its value. As a result, a
fund's access to other assets held to cover its options or futures
positions could also be impaired.
OTC OPTIONS. Unlike exchange-traded options, which are standardized with
respect to the underlying instrument, expiration date, contract size, and
strike price, the terms of over-the-counter (OTC) options (options not
traded on exchanges) generally are established through negotiation with the
other party to the option contract. While this type of arrangement allows
the funds greater flexibility to tailor an option to its needs, OTC options
generally involve greater credit risk than exchange-traded options, which
are guaranteed by the clearing organization of the exchanges where they are
traded.
PURCHASING PUT AND CALL OPTIONS. By purchasing a put option, a fund obtains
the right (but not the obligation) to sell the option's underlying
instrument at a fixed strike price. In return for this right, the fund pays
the current market price for the option (known as the option premium).
Options have various types of underlying instruments, including specific
securities, indices of securities prices, and futures contracts. The fund
may terminate its position in a put option it has purchased by allowing it
to expire or by exercising the option. If the option is allowed to expire,
the fund will lose the entire premium it paid. If the fund exercises the
option, it completes the sale of the underlying instrument at the strike
price. A fund may also terminate a put option position by closing it out in
the secondary market at its current price, if a liquid secondary market
exists.
The buyer of a typical put option can expect to realize a gain if security
prices fall substantially. However, if the underlying instrument's price
does not fall enough to offset the cost of purchasing the option, a put
buyer can expect to suffer a loss (limited to the amount of the premium
paid, plus related transaction costs).
The features of call options are essentially the same as those of put
options, except that the purchaser of a call option obtains the right to
purchase, rather than sell, the underlying instrument at the option's
strike price. A call buyer typically attempts to participate in potential
price increases of the underlying instrument with risk limited to the cost
of the option if security prices fall. At the same time, the buyer can
expect to suffer a loss if security prices do not rise sufficiently to
offset the cost of the option.
WRITING PUT AND CALL OPTIONS. When a fund writes a put option, it takes the
opposite side of the transaction from the option's purchaser. In return for
receipt of the premium, the fund assumes the obligation to pay the strike
price for the option's underlying instrument if the other party to the
option chooses to exercise it. When writing an option on a futures
contract, the fund will be required to make margin payments to an FCM as
described above for futures contracts. A fund may seek to terminate its
position in a put option it writes before exercise by closing out the
option in the secondary market at its current price. If the secondary
market is not liquid for a put option the fund has written, however, the
fund must continue to be prepared to pay the strike price while the option
is outstanding, regardless of price changes, and must continue to set aside
assets to cover its position.
If security prices rise, a put writer would generally expect to profit,
although its gain would be limited to the amount of the premium it
received. If security prices remain the same over time, it is likely that
the writer will also profit, because it should be able to close out the
option at a lower price. If security prices fall, the put writer would
expect to suffer a loss. This loss should be less than the loss from
purchasing the underlying instrument directly, however, because the premium
received for writing the option should mitigate the effects of the decline.
Writing a call option obligates a fund to sell or deliver the option's
underlying instrument, in return for the strike price, upon exercise of the
option. The characteristics of writing call options are similar to those of
writing put options, except that writing calls generally is a profitable
strategy if prices remain the same or fall. Through receipt of the option
premium, a call writer mitigates the effects of a price decline. At the
same time, because a call writer must be prepared to deliver the underlying
instrument in return for the strike price, even if its current value is
greater, a call writer gives up some ability to participate in security
price increases.
ILLIQUID INVESTMENTS are investments that cannot be sold or disposed of in
the ordinary course of business at approximately the prices at which they
are valued. Under the supervision of the Board of Trustees, FMR determines
the liquidity of a fund's investments and, through reports from FMR, the
Board monitors investments in illiquid instruments. In determining the
liquidity of a fund's investments, FMR may consider various factors,
including (1) the frequency of trades and quotations, (2) the number of
dealers and prospective purchasers in the marketplace, (3) dealer
undertakings to make a market, (4) the nature of the security (including
any demand or tender features), and (5) the nature of the marketplace for
trades (including the ability to assign or offset the fund's rights and
obligations relating to the investment).
For the money market funds, FMR may determine some restricted securities
and municipal lease obligations to be illiquid.
For the bond funds, investments currently considered to be illiquid include
over-the-counter options. Also, FMR may determine some restricted
securities and municipal lease obligations to be illiquid. However, with
respect to over-the-counter options a fund writes, all or a portion of the
value of the underlying instrument may be illiquid depending on the assets
held to cover the option and the nature and terms of any agreement the fund
may have to close out the option before expiration.
In the absence of market quotations, illiquid investments for the money
market funds are valued for purposes of monitoring amortized cost
valuation, and for the bond funds are priced at fair value as determined in
good faith by a committee appointed by the Board of Trustees. If through a
change in values, net assets, or other circumstances, a fund were in a
position where more than 10% of its net assets was invested in illiquid
securities, it would seek to take appropriate steps to protect liquidity.
INDEXED SECURITIES. A fund may purchase securities whose prices are indexed
to the prices of other securities, securities indices, or other financial
indicators. Indexed securities typically, but not always, are debt
securities or deposits whose value at maturity or coupon rate is determined
by reference to a specific instrument or statistic. Indexed securities may
have principal payments as well as coupon payments that depend on the
performance of one or more interest rates. Their coupon rates or principal
payments may change by several percentage points for every 1% interest rate
change. One example of indexed securities is inverse floaters.
The performance of indexed securities depends to a great extent on the
performance of the security or other instrument to which they are indexed,
and may also be influenced by interest rate changes. At the same time,
indexed securities are subject to the credit risks associated with the
issuer of the security, and their values may decline substantially if the
issuer's creditworthiness deteriorates. Indexed securities may be more
volatile than the underlying instruments.
INTERFUND BORROWING PROGRAM. Pursuant to an exemptive order issued
by the SEC, each fund has received permission to lend money to, and borrow
money from, other funds advised by FMR or its affiliates, but will
participate in the interfund borrowing program only as a borrower.
Interfund borrowings normally extend overnight, but can have a maximum
duration of seven days. A fund will borrow through the program only when
the costs are equal to or lower than the costs of bank loans. Loans may be
called on one day's notice, and a fund may have to borrow from a bank at a
higher interest rate if an interfund loan is called or not renewed.
INVERSE FLOATERS have variable interest rates that typically move
in the opposite direction from prevailing short-term interest rate levels -
rising when prevailing short-term interest rates fall, and vice versa. This
interest rate feature can make the prices of inverse floaters considerably
more volatile than bonds with comparable maturities.
LOWER-QUALITY MUNICIPAL SECURITIES. The bond funds may invest a portion of
their assets in lower-quality municipal securities as described in the
Prospectus.
While the market for Michigan, Minnesota, and Ohio municipals is considered
to be adequate, adverse publicity and changing investor perceptions may
affect the ability of outside pricing services used by a fund to value its
portfolio securities, and the fund's ability to dispose of lower-quality
bonds. The outside pricing services are monitored by FMR and reported to
the Board to determine whether the services are furnishing prices that
accurately reflect fair value. The impact of changing investor perceptions
may be especially pronounced in markets where municipal securities are
thinly traded.
Each fund may choose, at its expense or in conjunction with others, to
pursue litigation or otherwise exercise its rights as a security holder to
seek to protect the interests of security holders if it determines this to
be in the best interest of the fund's shareholders.
MUNICIPAL MARKET DISRUPTION RISK. The value of municipal
securities may be affected by uncertainties in the municipal market related
to legislation or litigation involving the taxation of municipal securities
or the rights of municipal securities holders in the event of a bankruptcy.
Municipal bankruptcies are relatively rare, and certain provisions of the
U.S. Bankruptcy Code governing such bankruptcies are unclear and remain
untested. Further, the application of state law to municipal issuers could
produce varying results among the states or among municipal securities
issuers within a state. These legal uncertainties could affect the
municipal securities market generally, certain specific segments of the
market, or the relative credit quality of particular securities. Any of
these effects could have a significant impact on the prices of some or all
of the municipal securities held by a fund, making it more difficult for
the money market funds to maintain a stable net asset value per share.
MONEY MARKET SECURITIES are high-quality, short-term obligations. Some
money market securities employ a trust or other similar structure to modify
the maturity, price characteristics, or quality of financial assets. For
example, put features can be used to modify the maturity of a security or
interest rate adjustment features can be used to enhance price stability.
If the structure does not perform as intended, adverse tax or investment
consequences may result. Neither the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) nor any
other regulatory authority has ruled definitively on certain legal issues
presented by structured securities. Future tax or other regulatory
determinations could adversely affect the value, liquidity, or tax
treatment of the income received from these securities or the nature and
timing of distributions made by the funds .
MUNICIPAL SECTORS:
HEALTH CARE. The health care industry is subject to regulatory action by a
number of private and governmental agencies, including federal, state, and
local governmental agencies. A major source of revenues for the health care
industry is payments from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. As a result,
the industry is sensitive to legislative changes and reductions in
governmental spending for such programs. Numerous other factors may affect
the industry, such as general and local economic conditions; demand for
services; expenses (including malpractice insurance premiums); and
competition among health care providers. In the future, the following
elements may adversely affect health care facility operations: adoption of
legislation proposing a national health insurance program; other state or
local health care reform measures; medical and technological advances which
dramatically alter the need for health services or the way in which such
services are delivered; changes in medical coverage which alter the
traditional fee-for-service revenue stream; and efforts by employers,
insurers, and governmental agencies to reduce the costs of health insurance
and health care services.
HOUSING. Housing revenue bonds are generally issued by a state, county,
city, local housing authority, or other public agency. They generally are
secured by the revenues derived from mortgages purchased with the proceeds
of the bond issue. It is extremely difficult to predict the supply of
available mortgages to be purchased with the proceeds of an issue or the
future cash flow from the underlying mortgages. Consequently, there are
risks that proceeds will exceed supply, resulting in early retirement of
bonds, or that homeowner repayments will create an irregular cash flow.
Many factors may affect the financing of multi-family housing projects,
including acceptable completion of construction, proper management,
occupancy and rent levels, economic conditions, and changes to current laws
and regulations.
WATER AND SEWER. Water and sewer revenue bonds are often considered to have
relatively secure credit as a result of their issuer's importance, monopoly
status, and generally unimpeded ability to raise rates. Despite this, lack
of water supply due to insufficient rain, run-off, or snow pack is a
concern that has led to past defaults. Further, public resistance to rate
increases, costly environmental litigation, and Federal environmental
mandates are challenges faced by issuers of water and sewer bonds.
MUNICIPAL LEASES and participation interests therein may take the
form of a lease, an installment purchase, or a conditional sale contract
and are issued by state and local governments and authorities to acquire
land or a wide variety of equipment and facilities. Generally, the funds
will not hold such obligations directly as a lessor of the property, but
will purchase a participation interest in a municipal obligation from a
bank or other third party. A participation interest gives a fund a
specified, undivided interest in the obligation in proportion to its
purchased interest in the total amount of the obligation.
Municipal leases frequently have risks distinct from those associated with
general obligation or revenue bonds. State constitutions and statutes set
forth requirements that states or municipalities must meet to incur debt.
These may include voter referenda, interest rate limits, or public sale
requirements. Leases, installment purchases, or conditional sale contracts
(which normally provide for title to the leased asset to pass to the
governmental issuer) have evolved as a means for governmental issuers to
acquire property and equipment without meeting their constitutional and
statutory requirements for the issuance of debt. Many leases and contracts
include "non-appropriation clauses" providing that the governmental issuer
has no obligation to make future payments under the lease or contract
unless money is appropriated for such purposes by the appropriate
legislative body on a yearly or other periodic basis. Non-appropriation
clauses free the issuer from debt issuance limitations.
PUT FEATURES entitle the holder to sell a security back to the issuer or a
third party at any time or at specified intervals. They are subject to the
risk that the put provider is unable to honor the put feature (purchase the
security). Put providers often support their ability to buy securities on
demand by obtaining letters of credit or other guarantees from other
entities. Demand features, standby commitments, and tender options are
types of put features.
QUALITY AND MATURITY (MONEY MARKET FUNDS ONLY). Pursuant to
procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees, the fund s may purchase
only high-quality securities that FMR believes present minimal credit
risks. To be considered high-quality, a security must be rated in
accordance with applicable rules in one of the two highest categories for
short-term securities by at least two nationally recognized rating services
(or by one, if only one rating service has rated the security); or, if
unrated, judged to be of equivalent quality by FMR.
High-quality securities are divided into "first tier" and "second tier"
securities. First tier securities are those deemed to be in the highest
rating category (e.g., Standard & Poor's A-1 or SP-1), and second tier
securities are those deemed to be in the second highest rating category
(e.g., Standard & Poor's A-2 or SP-2).
The funds currently intends to limit their investments to securities with
remaining maturities of 397 days or less, and to maintain a dollar-weighted
average maturity of 90 days or less. When determining the maturity of a
security, a fund may look to an interest rate reset or demand feature.
REFUNDING CONTRACTS. A fund may purchase securities on a when-issued basis
in connection with the refinancing of an issuer's outstanding indebtedness.
Refunding contracts require the issuer to sell and the fund to buy refunded
municipal obligations at a stated price and yield on a settlement date that
may be several months or several years in the future. A fund generally will
not be obligated to pay the full purchase price if it fails to perform
under a refunding contract. Instead, refunding contracts generally provide
for payment of liquidated damages to the issuer (currently 15-20% of the
purchase price). A fund may secure its obligations under a refunding
contract by depositing collateral or a letter of credit equal to the
liquidated damages provisions of the refunding contract. When required by
SEC guidelines, a fund will place liquid assets in a segregated custodial
account equal in amount to its obligations under refunding contracts.
REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS. In a repurchase agreement, a fund purchases a
security and simultaneously commits to sell that security back to the
original seller at an agreed-upon price. The resale price reflects the
purchase price plus an agreed-upon incremental amount which is unrelated to
the coupon rate or maturity of the purchased security. To protect the
fund from the risk that the original seller will not fulfill its
obligation, the securities are held in an account of the fund at a bank,
marked-to-market daily, and maintained at a value at least equal to the
sale price plus the accrued incremental amount. While it does not
presently appear possible to eliminate all risks from these transactions
(particularly the possibility that the value of the underlying security
will be less than the resale price, as well as delays and costs to a fund
in connection with bankruptcy proceedings), it is each fund's current
policy to engage in repurchase agreement transactions with parties whose
creditworthiness has been reviewed and found satisfactory by FMR.
RESTRICTED SECURITIES generally can be sold in privately negotiated
transactions, pursuant to an exemption from registration under the
Securities Act of 1933, or in a registered public offering. Where
registration is required, a fund may be obligated to pay all or part of the
registration expense and a considerable period may elapse between the time
it decides to seek registration and the time it may be permitted to sell a
security under an effective registration statement. If, during such a
period, adverse market conditions were to develop, a fund might obtain a
less favorable price than prevailed when it decided to seek registration of
the security. However, in general, the money market funds anticipate
holding restricted securities to maturity or selling them in an exempt
transaction.
REVERSE REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS. In a reverse repurchase agreement, a fund
sells a portfolio instrument to another party, such as a bank or
broker-dealer, in return for cash and agrees to repurchase the instrument
at a particular price and time. While a reverse repurchase agreement is
outstanding, the fund will maintain appropriate liquid assets in a
segregated custodial account to cover its obligation under the agreement. A
fund will enter into reverse repurchase agreements only with parties whose
creditworthiness has been found satisfactory by FMR. Such transactions may
increase fluctuations in the market value of the fund's assets and may be
viewed as a form of leverage.
SOURCES OF CREDIT OR LIQUIDITY SUPPORT. FMR may rely on its evaluation
of the credit of a bank or another entity in determining whether to
purchase a security supported by a letter of credit guarantee, insurance or
other source of credit or liquidity.
STANDBY COMMITMENTS are puts that entitle holders to same-day settlement at
an exercise price equal to the amortized cost of the underlying security
plus accrued interest, if any, at the time of exercise. Each fund may
acquire standby commitments to en hance the liquidity of portfolio
securities.
Ordinarily a fund will not transfer a standby commitment to a third party,
although it could sell the underlying municipal security to a third party
at any time. A fund may purchase standby commitments separate from or in
conjunction with the purchase of securities subject to such commitments. In
the latter case, the fund would pay a higher price for the securities
acquired, thus reducing their yield to maturity.
Issuers or financial intermediaries may obtain letters of credit or other
guarantees to support their ability to buy securities on demand. FMR may
rely upon its evaluation of a bank's credit in determining whether to
support an instrument supported by a letter of credit. In evaluating a
foreign bank's credit, FMR will consider whether adequate public
information about the bank is available and whether the bank may be subject
to unfavorable political or economic developments, currency controls, or
other governmental restrictions that might affect the bank's ability to
honor its credit commitment.
Standby commitments are subject to certain risks, including the ability of
issuers of standby commitments to pay for securities at the time the
commitments are exercised; the fact that standby commitments are not
marketable by the funds; and the possibility that the maturities of the
underlying securities may be different from those of the commitments.
TENDER OPTION BONDS are created by coupling an intermediate- or long-term,
fixed-rate, tax-exempt bond (generally held pursuant to a custodial
arrangement) with a tender agreement that gives the holder the option to
tender the bond at its face value. As consideration for providing the
tender option, the sponsor (usually a bank, broker-dealer, or other
financial institution) receives periodic fees equal to the difference
between the bond's fixed coupon rate and the rate (determined by a
remarketing or similar agent) that would cause the bond, coupled with the
tender option, to trade at par on the date of such determination. After
payment of the tender option fee, a fund effectively holds a demand
obligation that bears interest at the prevailing short-term tax-exempt
rate. In selecting tender option bonds for the funds, FMR will consider
the creditworthiness of the issuer of the underlying bond, the custodian,
and the third party provider of the tender option. In certain instances, a
sponsor may terminate a tender option if, for example, the issuer of the
underlying bond defaults on interest payments.
VARIABLE AND FLOATING RATE SECURITIES provide for periodic adjustments of
the interest rate paid on the security. Variable rate securities provide
for a specified periodic adjustment in the interest rate, while floating
rate securities have interest rates that change whenever there is a change
in a designated benchmark rate. Some variable or floating rate securities
have put features.
ZERO COUPON BONDS do not make regular interest payments. Instead, they are
sold at a deep discount from their face value and are redeemed at face
value when they mature. Because zero coupon bonds do not pay current
income, their prices can be very volatile when interest rates change. In
calculating its daily dividend, a fund takes into account as income a
portion of the difference between a zero coupon bond's purchase price and
its face value.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS AFFECTING MICHIGAN
The following only highlights some of Michigan's more significant financial
trends and problems, and is based in part on information drawn from
official statements and prospectuses relating to securities offerings of
the State of Michigan, its agencies and instrumentalities as available on
the date of this Statement of Additional Information. FMR has not
independently verified any of the information contained in such official
statements and other publicly available documents, but is not aware of any
fact that would render such information inaccurate.
CONSTITUTIONAL STATE REVENUE LIMITATIONS. In 1978 the Michigan Constitution
was amended to limit the amount of total State revenues raised from taxes
and other sources. State revenues (excluding federal aid and revenues for
payment of principal and interest on general obligation bonds) in any
fiscal year are limited to a fixed percentage of State personal income in
the prior calendar year or average of the prior three calendar years,
whichever is greater. The percentage is fixed by the amendment to equal the
ratio of the 1978-79 fiscal year revenues to total 1977 State personal
income.
If any fiscal year revenues exceed the revenue limitation by one percent or
more, the entire amount of such excess shall be rebated in the following
fiscal year's personal income tax or single business tax. Any excess of
less than one percent may be transferred to the State's Budget
Stabilization Fund.
The State may raise taxes in excess of the limit for emergencies when
deemed necessary by the Governor and two-thirds of the members of each
house of the Legislature. The foregoing revenue limit does not apply to
taxes imposed for the payment of principal of and interest on bonds of the
State, if the bonds are approved by voters and authorized by a vote at the
request of two-thirds of the members of each House of the Legislature.
The State Constitution provides that the proportion of State spending paid
to all units of local government to total State spending may not be reduced
below the proportion in effect in the 1978-79 fiscal year. The State has
determined that proportion to be 41.6 percent. If such spending does not
meet the required level in a given year, an additional appropriation for
local government units is required by the "following fiscal year," which
means the year following the determination of the shortfall, according to
an opinion issued by the State's Attorney General.
The State Constitution also requires the State to finance any new or
expanded activity of local governments mandated by State law. Any
expenditures required by this provision would be counted as State spending
for local units of government for purposes of determining compliance with
the provision cited above.
CONSTITUTIONAL LOCAL TAX LIMITATIONS. Under the Michigan Constitution, the
total amount of general ad valorem taxes imposed on taxable property in any
year cannot exceed certain millage limitations specified by the
Constitution, statute or charter. The Constitution was amended by popular
vote in November 1978 (effective December 23, 1978) to prohibit local units
of government from levying any tax not authorized by law or charter, or
from increasing the rate of an existing tax above the rate authorized by
law or charter, at the time the amendments were ratified, without the
approval of a majority of the electors of the local unit voting on the
question.
Local units of government and local authorities are authorized to issue
bonds and other evidences of indebtedness in a variety of situations
without the approval of electors, but the ability of the obligor to levy
taxes for the payment of such obligations is subject to the foregoing
limitations unless the obligations were authorized before December 23, 1978
or approved by the electors.
The 1978 amendments to the Constitution also contain millage reduction
provisions. Under such provisions, should the value of taxable property
(exclusive of new construction and improvements) increase at a percentage
greater than the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index, the
maximum authorized tax rate would be reduced by a factor which would result
in the same maximum potential tax revenues to the local taxing unit as if
the valuation of taxable property (less new construction and improvements)
had grown only at the Consumer Price Index rate instead of at the higher
actual growth rate. Thus, if taxable property values rise faster than
consumer prices, the maximum authorized tax rate would be reduced
accordingly.
MICHIGAN SCHOOL FINANCE AND PROPERTY TAX CHANGES. On August 19,
1993, the Governor of Michigan signed into law Act 145, Public Acts of
Michigan, 1993 ("Act 145"), a measure which would have significantly
impacted financing of primary and secondary school operations and which has
resulted in additional property tax and school finance reform legislation.
Act 145 would have exempted all property in the State of Michigan from
millage levied for local and intermediate school districts operating
purposes, other than millage levied for community colleges, effectively
July 1, 1994. In order to replace local property tax revenues lost as a
result of Act 145, the Michigan Legislature, in December 1993, enacted
several statutes which address property tax and school finance reform.
Education reform legislation not dealing with school finance was also
enacted.
The property tax and school finance reform measures included a ballot
proposal ("Proposal A") which was subject to voter approval and in fact
approved on March 15, 1994, and a statutory proposal which would have
automatically taken effect if Proposal A had not been approved. Under
Proposal A as approved, effective May 1, 1994, the State sales and use tax
was increased from 4% to 6%, the State income tax was decreased from 4.6%
to 4.4%, the cigarette tax was increased from $.25 to $.75 per pack and an
additional tax of 16% of the wholesale price was imposed on certain other
tobacco products. A 0.75% real estate transfer tax was effective January 1,
1995. Beginning in 1994, a State property tax of 6 mills will be imposed on
all real and personal property currently subject to the general property
tax. The ability of school districts to levy property taxes for school
operating purposes will be partially restored. A school board is
authorized, with voter approval, to levy up to the lesser of 18 mills
or the number of mills levied in 1993 for school operating purposes, on
non-homestead property and non-qualified agricultural property .
Proposal A contains additional provisions regarding the ability of local
school districts to levy taxes as well as a limit on assessment increases
for each parcel of property, beginning in 1995 to the lesser of 5% or the
rate of inflation. When property is subsequently sold, its assessed value
will revert to the current assessment level of 50% of true cash value.
Under Proposal A, much of the additional revenue generated by the new taxes
will be dedicated to the State School Aid Fund.
Proposal A contains a system of financing local school operating costs
which relies upon a foundation allowance amount which may vary by district
based upon historical spending levels. State funding will provide each
school district an amount equal to the difference between its foundation
allowance and the revenues that would be generated by the levy of
certain local property taxes for school operating purposes at specified
maximum authorized rates. Under Proposal A, a local school district
will also be entitled to levy supplemental property taxes to generate
additional revenues if its foundation allowance is less than its historical
per pupil expenditures. Proposal A also contains provisions which allow for
the levy of a limited number of enhancement mills on regional and local
school district bases.
Proposal A shifts significant portions of the cost of local school
operations from local school districts to the State and raises
additional State revenues to fund these additional State expenses. These
additional revenues will be included within the State's constitutional
revenue limitations and may impact the State's ability to raise additional
revenues in the future. See, "Constitutional State Revenue Limitations."
EFFECT OF LIMITATIONS ON ABILITY TO PAY BONDS. The ability of the State of
Michigan to pay the principal of and interest on its general obligation
bonds may be affected by the limitations described above under
"Constitutional State Revenue Limitations:" and "Recent Michigan School
Finance and Property Tax Changes." Similarly, the ability of local units of
government to levy taxes to pay the principal of and interest on their
general obligation bonds is subject to the constitutional, statutory, and
charter limitations described above under "Constitutional Local Tax
Limitations" and "Recent Michigan School Finance and Property Tax Changes."
In general, revenue bonds issued by the State, by local units of
government, or by authorities created by the State or local units of
government are payable solely from such specified revenues (other than tax
revenues) as are pledged for that purpose, and such authorities generally
have no taxing power.
EFFECT OF GENERAL ECONOMIC CONDITIONS IN MICHIGAN. Michigan is an
industrialized state, whose economy is dominated by the automobile industry
and related industries. It tends to be more vulnerable to economic
downturns than the economies of many other states and the nation as a
whole. Tourism and agriculture are two other important, but less
significant industries in the State, both of which have been affected
adversely by prior recessions.
Over the past fifteen years the Michigan unemployment rate typically has
been higher than the national rate, however, this was not the case for 1994
or as of November 30, 1995. T he State's seasonally adjusted
November 30, 1995 unemployment rate was 5.0% compared to the
seasonally adjusted national rate of 5.6%. The table below shows the State
and national unemployment rates published by the Michigan Employment
Security Commission and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, respectively,
for the years indicated.
Period Michigan United States
1984 11.2% 7.4%
1985 9.9% 7.1%
1986 8.8% 6.9%
1987 8.2% 6.1%
1988 7.6% 5.5%
1989 7.1% 5.3%
1990 7.5% 5.5%
1991 9.2% 6.7%
1992 8.8% 7.4%
1993 7.0% 6.8%
1994 5.9% 6.1%
1995 5.4 % 5.6 %
Although most of the bonds in the Michigan fund are expected to be
obligations of local units of government or local authorities in the State,
rather than general obligations of the State itself, there can be no
assurance that the same factors that adversely affect the economy of the
State generally will not also affect adversely the market value or
marketability of obligations issued by local units of government or local
authorities in the State or the ability of the obligors to pay the
principal of or interest on such obligations.
STATE LITIGATION. A significant number of lawsuits, involving substantial
dollars, have been filed against the State and are pending. These include
tax refund claims, including claims for Single Business Taxes, condemnation
actions, claims relating to funding for county courts, and other types of
actions. The extent to which parties will ultimately prevail against the
State cannot be predicted at this time.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS AFFECTING MINNESOTA
The following only highlights some of the more significant financial trends
and problems affecting Minnesota, and is based on information drawn from
official statements and prospectuses relating to securities offerings of
the State of Minnesota, its agencies, and instrumentalities as available on
the date of this Statement of Additional Information. FMR has not
independently verified any of the information contained in such official
statements and other publicly available documents, but is not aware of any
fact which would render such information inaccurate.
CONSTITUTIONAL STATE REVENUE LIMITATIONS. Minnesota's constitutionally
prescribed fiscal period is a biennium, and the state operates on a
biennial budget basis. An agency or other entity may not expend monies in
excess of its allotment. If revenues are insufficient to balance total
available resources and expenditures, the State's Commissioner of Finance,
with the approval of the Governor, is required to reduce allotments to the
extent necessary to balance expenditures and forecast available resources
for the then current biennium. The Governor may seek legislative action
when a large reduction in expenditures appears necessary, and if the
State's legislature is not in session the Governor is empowered to convene
a special session.
EFFECT OF LIMITATIONS ON ABILITY TO PAY BONDS. There are no constitutional
or statutory provisions which would impair the ability of Minnesota
municipalities to meet their bond obligations if the bonds have been
properly issued.
MINNESOTA'S ECONOMY. Minnesota's seasonally adjusted March 1995
unemployment rate was 3.3 percent which was lower than the seasonally
adjusted national rate of 5.5 percent for the month. N on-agricultural
employment in the state increased 20.3% from 1980 to 1990 but only
increased 5.3% from 1990 to 1993. A major continuing trend for Minnesota,
as for the nation, is the large employment gain in the service industries.
In 1993, almost all private sector jobs added had been in services and in
finance, insurance and real estate. Accompanying this was a decline in jobs
in construction and mining.
Minnesota resident population grew from 4,085,000 in 1980 to 4,367,000 in
1990 or, at an average annual compound rate of .7 percent. In comparison,
U.S. population grew at an annual compound rate of .9 percent during this
period. Minnesota population is currently forecast to grow at an annual
compound rate of .6 percent between 1990 and 2000. In the period 1990 to
1993, Minnesota's overall employment growth increased 4.3% compared to
national growth of .9%.
Manufacturing has proven to be a strong sector, with Minnesota employment
growth in this area outperforming its U.S. counterpart in both the
1980-1990 and 1990-1993 periods. Minnesota's manufacturing industries
accounted for 17.4 percent of the state's employment mix in 1994. In the
durable goods industries, the state's employment in 1994 was highly
concentrated in the industrial machinery, fabricated metals, instrument and
miscellaneous categories. Of particular importance is the industrial
machinery category in which 32.6% of the state's durable goods employment
was concentrated in 1994, as compared to 19.0% for the United States as a
whole. The emphasis is partly explained by the location in the state of
Ceridian, Unisys, IBM, Cray Research, and other computer equipment
manufacturers which are included in the industrial machinery
classification.
The importance of the state's rich resource base for overall employment is
apparent in the employment mix in non-durable goods industries. In 1994,
29.0% of the state's non-durable goods employment was concentrated in food
and kindred industries, and 18.6% in paper and allied industries. This
compares to 21.4% and 8.8%, respectively, for comparable sectors in the
national economy. Both of these rely heavily on renewable resources in
the state. Over half of the state's acreage is devoted to agricultural
purposes, and nearly one-third to forestry. Printing and publishing is also
relatively more important in Minnesota than in the U.S.
The state is situated in the midst of the family farm belt. Although a
decline in jobs in agriculture is forecasted due to technological
improvements and the trend away from small family farms, in 1994
Minnesota ranked seventh among all states in total cash receipts derived
from agricultural products and seventh among all states in percentage of
income derived from farming. In order of receipts, the six major
agricultural products in 1994 were dairy, soybeans, corn, cattle and
calves, hogs and sugarbeets.
In 1993, Minnesota ranked seventh among all states in agricultural exports.
The state's major agricultural commodities exported in 1993, were in order
of value, feed grains and products, soybeans and products, wheat and wheat
products, live animals and meat, vegetables and feed and fodder. The
average Minnesota farm had gross farm income of $105,038 in 1994; however,
expenses used up $88,484 of the income leaving the average farm net
income in 1994 at $6,554, compared to the 1993 average farm net income of
$2,214.
Mining is currently a less significant factor in the state economy than
it once was. Mining employment, primarily in the iron ore or taconite
industry, dropped from 17.3 thousand in 1979 to 7.6 thousand in 1994. It is
not expected that mining employment will return to 1979 levels. However,
Minnesota retains vast quantities of taconite as well as copper, nickel,
cobalt, and peat, which may be utilized in the future.
The fastest growing sector of the economy in Minnesota and the rest of the
country is the service sector. Business services employment is projected to
increase by 23% from 1989 to 1996, and health care services (exclusive of
hospitals and nursing homes) is projected to grow by 18%.
Minnesota's service industries accounted for 26.4% of 1993 nonfarm
employment.
In 1994, 30 Minnesota based public companies and nine private
companies reported revenues of $600 million or more. These companies are
involved in a varied group of industries including agricultural and
industrial commodities, manufacturing, food and kindred products and
services.
Since 1980, state per capita personal income has been within three
percentage points of national per capita personal income. In 1994,
Minnesota per capita persona l income was 103.0% of the national
average. During 1993-94, personal income in Minnesota grew more rapidly
than the U.S. average with a growth rate of 8.04% in Minnesota as compared
to a U.S. average rate of 5.89%.
Stronger than expected economic activity and lower than expected human
services expenditures resulted in an 824 million improvement in the
1996-1997 biennial State budget forecast. Minnesota's major tax revenues
are now forecast to total $15,916 billion during the 1996-1997 biennium, up
420 million from end of session estimates. Other revenue changes
contributed an additional $70 million to the forecast balance. For the
biennium ending in 1995, revenues were $52 million higher than forecast and
final expenditures were $83 million lower than forecast.
State Litigation. The Minnesota Supreme Court held on April 1, 1994 that
numerous banks are entitled to refunds of Minnesota bank franchise taxes
paid for tax years 1979 through 1983, on the grounds that interest on
federal obligations was unlawfully included in the computation of the tax
for such years. The trial court has been directed to calculate the amounts
to be refunded. the taxes and interest are estimated to be in excess of
$235 million. The State will be permitted to pay the refunds over a
four-year period. On December 12, 1994, the U.S. Supreme Court denied the
State's petition to review the decision of the Minnesota Supreme Court. The
1995 Minnesota Legislature authorized the State Commissioner of Finance to
issue up to $400 million of State revenue bonds to pay for the judgment and
the related obligations.
State Legislation. The 1995 Minnesota Legislature considered but did not
enact legislation what would include in Minnesota taxable income of
individuals, estates and trusts the interest income derived from
obligations of the State of Minnesota or its subdivisions that are
otherwise exempt from federal income tax to the extend the interest income
was derived from obligations issued, sold or acquired after July 1, 1995.
The proposed legislation was partially in response to a 1994 Ohio Supreme
Court case which held that an Ohio law subjecting the interest derived from
obligations issued by non-Ohio governmental entities to tax while exempting
interest on bonds issued by Ohio governmental entities did not violate the
Commerce Clause of the United States Constitution. Despite the fact that
the Ohio law was upheld, the Ohio case caused concern that if a similar
Minnesota exemption were held to be unconstitutional, the State of
Minnesota would be subject to retroactive income tax refunds. The 1995
Minnesota Legislature did enact a provision stating that is a court
determines the exemption of Minnesota bond interest discriminates against
interstate commerce, the State of Minnesota would remedy the discrimination
by adding interest on obligations of Minnesota governmental units to
federal taxable income, beginning in the year in which such a court
decision became final.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS AFFECTING OHIO
The following only highlights some of Ohio's more significant financial
trends and problems, and is based on information drawn from official
statements and prospectuses relating to securities offerings of the State
of Ohio, its agencies, and instrumentalities as available on the date of
this Statement of Additional Information. FMR has not independently
verified any of the information contained in such official statements and
other publicly available documents, but is not aware of any fact that would
render such information inaccurate.
The State of Ohio operates on the basis of a fiscal biennium for its
appropriations and expenditures. Under current law the biennium for
operating purposes runs from July 1 in an odd-numbered year to June 30 in
the next odd-numbered year with fiscal years within a fiscal biennium
running from July 1 to June 30 (references to a particular fiscal year
refer to the fiscal year ending on June 30 of each year). The State is
effectively precluded by law from ending a fiscal year or a biennium in a
deficit position. The Governor has the power to order state agencies to
operate within their means. The State carries out most of its operations
through the general revenue fund (GRF) which receives general State
revenues not otherwise dedicated. GRF revenues are derived mainly from
personal income, sales/use, corporate, and corporation franchise taxes.
There is no present constitutional limit on the rates of state-levied
taxes, except for taxes on intangible property. However, the Ohio House
of Representatives has adopted a resolution that would submit to the
electors a constitutional amendment prohibiting the General Assembly from
imposing a new tax or increasing an existing tax unless approved by a
three-fifths vote of each house or by a majority vote of the electors. It
cannot be predicted whether required Senate concurrence to submission of
the proposed constitutional amendment to the lectors will be received.
Economic activity in Ohio, as in many other industrially developed states,
tends to be more cyclical than in some other states and the nation as a
whole. In the 1980's Ohio experienced an unemployment rate generally higher
than the United States average, largely due to the importance of heavy
industry and manufacturing to Ohio's economy. This trend has not continued
in the 1990's. Although manufacturing (including automobile-related
manufacturing) in Ohio remains an important part of the state's economy,
the greatest growth in employment in Ohio in recent years, consistent with
national trends, has been in the non-manufacturing areas. The State's
experience is similar to that of other midwestern states with comparable
economic structures.
Budgetary shortfalls in recessionary periods have required emergency
spending reductions by the Governor and the adoption of temporary and
permanent tax increases and/or new tax measures by the General Assembly to
meet the State's constitutional requirement that the State end each year
without a deficit. No appropriations for debt service, however, were
affected by the spending reductions, and the State has, in fact, ended each
fiscal year with a budget surplus.
The 1989-91 recession in the United States has had an adverse effect on
both the economy in Ohio and the financial condition of the State of Ohio
and its underlying municipalities. In December of 1991, the Ohio Office of
Budget and Management (OBM) projected a 1992 fiscal year imbalance in the
GRF. As an initial action, the Governor ordered most state agencies to
reduce GRF appropriations spending in the final six months of fiscal year
1992, by approximately $184 million and the General Assembly authorized the
OBM to transfer to the GRF the $100.4 million balance in the Budget
Stabilization Fund. Other revenue and spending actions, legislative and
administrative, resolved the remaining GRF imbalance for fiscal year 1992.
In response to OBM's projections of a $520 million GRF shortfall for fiscal
year 1993, the Governor ordered, effective July 1, 1992; selected GRF
appropriations reductions totalling $300 million. Subsequent executive and
legislative actions - including tax revisions that produced an additional
$194.5 million in fiscal 1993, and an additional $50 million in
appropriations spending reductions - resulted in positive biennium-ending
GRF balances. Appropriations for debt service were expressly excluded from
the Governor's appropriation orders.
The GRF appropriations act for the 1994-95 biennium provided for
total GRF biennial expenditures of approximately $30.7 billion, those for
fiscal year 1994 being 9.2% higher than in fiscal year 1993 (taking into
account fiscal year 1993 expenditure reductions), and for fiscal year 1995
being 6.6% higher than in fiscal year 1994. Fiscal year 1994 ended with a
GRF fund balance of over $560 million, permitting an additional $260.3
million to be deposited in the Budget Stabilization Fund. The 1994-95
biennium GRF ending fund balance was $928 million.
The GRF appropriations act for the 1996-97 biennium was passed on June 28,
1995 and promptly signed (after selective vetoes), by the Governor. The
appropriations acts as passed and signed include all necessary
appropriations for debt service on State obligations. In accordance with
the appropriations act, the significant June 30, 1995 GRF fund balance,
after retaining in the GRF an unreserved and undesignated balance of $70
million, was transferred to a variety of funds, including $535.2 million to
the Budget Stabilization Fund (which has a current balance of $828.3
million) and $322.8 million to other funds, including school assistance
funds and, in anticipation of possible federal program changes, a human
services stabilization fund.
A number of local Ohio communities and school districts have also faced
significant financial problems. The State has established procedures for
municipal fiscal emergencies, under which joint state/local commissions are
established to monitor the fiscal affairs of a financially troubled
municipality, and the municipality must develop a financial plan to
eliminate deficits and cure any defaults. Since their adoption in 1979,
these procedures have been applied to twenty-three cities and villages,
including the City of Cleveland; in nineteen of these communities,
the fiscal situation has been resolved and the procedures terminated.
Local school districts in Ohio receive a major portion of their operational
funds from state subsidies (the primary portion of which is known as the
Foundation Program) , but are dependent upon local taxes for significant
portions of their budgets. Local school districts are also authorized to
submit for voter approval an income tax on the district income of
individuals and estates. In part because of provisions of some State laws,
such as the law partially limiting (without voter approval) the increase in
property tax collections that would otherwise result from increased
assessed valuations, some school districts in recent years have experienced
difficulty in meeting mandated and discretionary increased costs. In
addition, the Governor's appropriations reduction orders described above
have, in some instances, included reductions in appropriations for state
school subsidy programs. A small number of local school districts have
required emergency advances from the State in order to prevent year-end
deficits. The number of districts applying for aid has fluctuated over the
years; during the 1979 fiscal year through the 1989 fiscal year, a total of
143 loans totaling $137.4 million had been made to school districts (with
enhanced provisions for individual district borrowing) replaced the
emergency advance loan program for fiscal years subsequent to fiscal year
1989. In fiscal year 199 5 , there were 29 loans made for an
aggregate amount of $ 71.1 million (including one loan of $75 million
to the Cleveland City School District). As of December 3 1 ,
199 5 , six school districts have approval for loans totaling
$ 19.6 million in fiscal 199 6 .
Litigation contesting the Ohio system of school funding is pending on
appeal in the Ohio Supreme Court with defendants being the S tate
and several S tate agencies and officials. Among other relief
sought by the plaintiff school districts was essentially a declaratory
judgment that the State's statutory system of funding public elementary and
secondary education violates various provisions of the Ohio Constitution.
As a remedy, the plaintiffs requested decrees as may be required to
compel the State and the General Assembly to devise and enact a
constitutionally acceptable system of school funding. The trial court in
July 1994 concluded that certain provisions of current law (including those
relating to the Foundation Program, and certain school district borrowing
authorizations) violated provisions of the Ohio Constitution, and directed
the Sate "forthwith to provide for and fund a system of funding public
elementary and secondary education in compliance with the Ohio
Constitution." The State appealed, and the trial court granted a stay of
its findings and conclusions, and a stay of its orders except for
requirements that officials prepare and present to the General Assembly
proposals for a school funding system complying with the court-specified
criteria and except for periodic reports to the court on steps taken to
eliminate wealth-based disparities among school districts. In August 1995,
a court of appeals reversed the trial court's findings in favor of
plaintiff school districts and vacated the trial court's remedial orders.
In prior litigation, the Ohio Supreme Court in 1979 upheld what was
essentially the then existing Foundation Program against similar claims
that a the school funding system violated provisions of the Ohio
Constitution. Applying that 1979 decision to the present case, the court of
appeals found no constitutional violation.
It is not possible at this time to predict the outcome of the appeal to the
Ohio Supreme Court or, should the plaintiff prevail, the effect on the
State's present school funding system, including the amount of and criteria
for State basic aid allocations to school districts.
Ohio's general obligation bonds are currently rated Aa and AA by Moody's
Investors Service, Inc. and Standard & Poor's Corporation, respectively,
except that Highway Obligations are rated AAA by Standard & Poor's
Corporation.
Although most of the bonds in the Ohio fund are expected to be obligations
of local units of government or local authorities in the State, rather than
general obligations of the State itself, there can be no assurance that the
same factors that adversely affect the economy of the State generally will
not also affect adversely the market value or marketability of obligations
issued by local units of government or local authorities in the State, or
the ability of the obligors to pay the principal of or interest on such
obligations. Investment policies of local units of government or local
authorities may also a ffect adversely the ratings of obligations of
current or future issues.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS AFFECTING PUERTO RICO
The following highlights some of the more significant financial trends and
problems affecting the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico (the Commonwealth or
Puerto Rico) and is based on information drawn from official statements and
prospectuses relating to the securities offerings of Puerto Rico, its
agencies and instrumentalities, available as of the date of this SAI. FMR
has not independently verified any of the information contained in such
official statements, prospectuses, and other publicly available documents,
but it is not aware of any fact which would render such information
materially inaccurate.
The economy of Puerto Rico is closely integrated with that of the United
States. In fiscal 1994, trade with the United States accounted for
approximately 87% of Puerto Rico's exports and approximately 67% of its
imports. In this regard, Puerto Rico experienced a $4.3 billion positive
adjusted merchandise trade balance in fiscal 1994.
Since fiscal 1985, personal income, both aggregate and per capita, have
increased consistently each fiscal year. In fiscal 1994, aggregate personal
income was $25.7 billion and personal income per capita was $7,047. Gross
domestic product in fiscal year 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, and 1995 was $22.8
billion, $23.7 billion, $25.2 billion, $26.6 billion, and $28.3 billion,
respectively. For fiscal 1996, an increase in gross product of 2.7% over
fiscal 1995 is forecasted. However, actual growth in the Puerto Rico
economy will depend on several factors, including the state of the U.S.
economy, the exchange rate for the U.S. dollar, increases in exports and
visitors to the Commonwealth, the price stability of oil imports, the level
of federal transfers, and the cost of borrowing. Due to uncertainties with
respect to these factors, there is no assurance that the economy of Puerto
Rico will continue to grow.
Puerto Rico's economy continued to expand throughout the five year period
from fiscal 1990 through fiscal 1994. While trends in the Puerto Rico
economy generally follow those of the United States, Puerto Rico did not
experience a recession in 1991. This was primarily because of low oil
prices, low interest rates, and Puerto Rico's strong manufacturing base,
which has a large component of non-cyclical industries. Other factors in
the continued expansion included Commonwealth-sponsored economic
development programs, stable prices of oil imports, low exchange rates for
the U.S. dollar, the level of federal transfers, and the relatively low
cost of borrowing funds during that period.
Puerto Rico has made marked improvements in fighting unemployment.
Nonetheless, although unemployment is at relatively low historical levels
for the Commonwealth, it remains above the U.S. average. The unemployment
rate declined from 16.0% to 13.8% from fiscal 1994 to fiscal 1995. As of
October 1995, the unemployment rate stood at 15.0%. Despite this relative
downturn, there is a possibility that the unemployment rate will increase
if there are changes in factors that directly impact the economy of Puerto
Rico.
The economy of Puerto Rico has undergone a transformation in the later half
of this century from one centered around agriculture to one dominated by
the manufacturing and service industries. Manufacturing is the cornerstone
of Puerto Rico's economy and accounted for $16.3 billion or 41.5% of gross
domestic product in fiscal 1994. However, manufacturing has experienced a
basic change over the years as a result of the influx of higher wage, high
technology industries such as pharmaceuticals, electronics, computers,
microprocessors, scientific instruments, and high technology machinery. The
service sector, which includes wholesale and retail trade, finance and real
estate, ranks second in its contribution to gross domestic product and is
the economic sector that employs the greatest number of people. In fiscal
1994, the service sector generated $15 billion in gross domestic product
and employed over 478,000 people. The government sector of the Commonwealth
also plays an important role in the economy of the island. In fiscal 1994,
the government accounted for $4.1 billion of Puerto Rico's gross domestic
product and provided 22.2% of total employment. Tourism also contributed
significantly to the island economy and total visitor expenditures amounted
to $1.8 billion in fiscal 1995.
Much of the development of the manufacturing sector of the economy of
Puerto Rico is attributable to federal and Commonwealth tax incentives,
most notably section 936 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended
(Section 936), and the Commonwealth's Industrial Incentives Program.
Section 936 currently grants U.S. corporations that meet certain criteria
and elect its application a credit (the Section 936 credit) against their
U.S. corporate income tax on the portion of the tax attributable to (i)
income derived from the active conduct of a trade or business in Puerto
Rico (active business income) or from the sale or exchange of substantially
all of the assets used in the active conduct of such trade or business and
(ii) qualified possession source investment income. The Industrial
Incentives Program, through the 1987 Industrial Incentives Act, grants
corporations engaged in certain qualified activities a fixed 90% exemption
from Commonwealth income and property taxes and a 60% exemption from
municipal license taxes.
Pursuant to amendments to the Internal Revenue Code (the Code) for taxable
years commencing after 1993, two alternative limitations apply to the
Section 936 credit against active business income and sale of assets
income, as previously described. The first option limits the credit against
such income to 40% of the credit allowable previous to the amendments of
1993, with a five-year phase-in period starting at 60% of the current
allowable credit (the Percentage Limitation). The second option limits the
allowable credit to the sum of (i) 60% of qualified compensation paid to
employees (as defined in the Code), (ii) a specified percentage of
depreciation deductions, and (iii) a portion of the Puerto Rico income
taxes paid by the Section 936 corporation, up to a 9% effective tax rate
(the Economic Activity Limitation).
On November 17, 1995, the U.S. Congress adopted, as part of its larger
federal income tax legislative package, a ten-year phase-out of the current
Section 936 credit for companies that are existing credit claimants and the
elimination of the credit for companies establishing new operations in
Puerto Rico and for existing companies that add a substantial new line of
business. The Section 936 credit based on the Economic Activity Limitation
will continue as under current law without change until tax years beginning
in 2002, during which years a corporation's possession business income will
be subject to a cap based on its possession income for an average adjusted
base period. The credit based on the Percentage Limitation will continue as
under current law until tax years beginning in 1998. In that year and
thereafter, the credit based on the Percentage Limitation will be 40%, but
the possession business income will be subject to a cap based on a
corporation's possession income for an average adjusted base period. The
Section 936 credit is eliminated entirely for taxable years beginning in
2006. However, the credit granted to qualified possession source investment
income is eliminated for taxable years beginning after December 31, 1995.
President Clinton vetoed the legislation submitted by the U.S. Congress on
December 7, 1995. The Administration has proposed a modification to the
Section 936 credit that would phase out the credit based on the Percentage
Limitation over a five year period beginning in 1997, retain the credit
based upon the Economic Activity Limitation under current law, allow a
five-year carry forward of excess Section 936 credit based upon the
Economic Activity Limitation, and retain the Section 936 credit granted to
qualified possession source investment income under current law.
The Governor of Puerto Rico has proposed to the U.S. Congress a
modification of the total elimination of the Section 936 credit by offering
qualifying companies the option of the existing Section 936 credit, as
amended by the U.S. House of Representatives proposal, or a new incentive
program, to be available throughout the United States, including Puerto
Rico. The proposal would provide such companies a credit based on
qualifying wages paid, other wage-related expenses such as fringe benefits,
depreciation expenses for certain tangible assets, research and development
expenses, and passive investment income from qualifying investments in the
subject jurisdiction, so long as the company's employees are in an
"economically developing" jurisdiction in which prevailing per capita
income is substantially below the national average, among other things. The
credit granted to qualifying companies would continue in effect until the
jurisdiction shows, among other things, substantial economic improvement in
terms of the specified economic parameters. The Governor's proposal is not
currently included in either the legislation adopted by the U.S. Congress
on November 17, 1995 or in the Administration's proposal. It is not
possible at this time to determine the final legislative changes that may
be made to Section 936 or the effect that this will have on the long-term
outlook for the economy of Puerto Rico.
PORTFOLIO TRANSACTIONS
All orders for the purchase or sale of portfolio securities are placed on
behalf of each fund by FMR pursuant to authority contained in the fund's
management contract. In the case of the money market funds, FMR has granted
investment management authority to the sub-adviser (see the section
entitled "Management Contracts"), and the sub-adviser is authorized to
place orders for the purchase and sale of portfolio securities, and will do
so in accordance with the policies described below. FMR is also responsible
for the placement of transaction orders for other investment companies and
accounts for which it or its affiliates act as investment adviser.
Securities purchased and sold by the money market funds generally will be
traded on a net basis (i.e., without commission). In selecting
broker-dealers, subject to applicable limitations of the federal securities
laws, FMR considers various relevant factors, including, but not limited
to, the size and type of the transaction; the nature and character of the
markets for the security to be purchased or sold; the execution efficiency,
settlement capability, and financial condition of the broker-dealer firm;
the broker-dealer's execution services rendered on a continuing basis; and
the reasonableness of any commissions.
The funds may execute portfolio transactions with broker-dealers who
provide research and execution services to the funds or other accounts over
which FMR or its affiliates exercise investment discretion. Such services
may include advice concerning the value of securities; the advisability of
investing in, purchasing, or selling securities; and the availability of
securities or the purchasers or sellers of securities. In addition, such
broker-dealers may furnish analyses and reports concerning issuers,
industries, securities, economic factors and trends, portfolio strategy,
and performance of accounts; effect securities transactions, and perform
functions incidental thereto (such as clearance and settlement). FMR
maintains a listing of broker-dealers who provide such services on a
regular basis. However, as many transactions on behalf of the money market
funds are placed with broker-dealers (including broker-dealers on the list)
without regard to the furnishing of such services, it is not possible to
estimate the proportion of such transactions directed to such
broker-dealers solely because such services were provided. The selection of
such broker-dealers generally is made by FMR (to the extent possible
consistent with execution considerations) based upon the quality of
research and execution services provided.
The receipt of research from broker-dealers that execute transactions on
behalf of the funds may be useful to FMR in rendering investment management
services to the funds or its other clients, and conversely, such research
provided by broker-dealers who have executed transaction orders on behalf
of other FMR clients may be useful to FMR in carrying out its obligations
to the funds. The receipt of such research has not reduced FMR's normal
independent research activities; however, it enables FMR to avoid the
additional expenses that could be incurred if FMR tried to develop
comparable information through its own efforts.
Subject to applicable limitations of the federal securities laws,
broker-dealers may receive commissions for agency transactions that are in
excess of the amount of commissions charged by other broker-dealers in
recognition of their research and execution services. In order to cause
each fund to pay such higher commissions, FMR must determine in good faith
that such commissions are reasonable in relation to the value of the
brokerage and research services provided by such executing broker-dealers,
viewed in terms of a particular transaction or FMR's overall
responsibilities to the funds and its other clients. In reaching this
determination, FMR will not attempt to place a specific dollar value on the
brokerage and research services provided, or to determine what portion of
the compensation should be related to those services.
FMR is authorized to use research services provided by and to place
portfolio transactions with brokerage firms that have provided assistance
in the distribution of shares of the funds, or shares of other Fidelity
funds to the extent permitted by law. FMR may use research services
provided by and place agency transactions with Fidelity Brokerage Services,
Inc. (FBSI), a subsidiary of FMR Corp., if the commissions are fair,
reasonable, and comparable to commissions charged by non-affiliated,
qualified brokerage firms for similar services.
Section 11(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 prohibits members of
national securities exchanges from executing exchange transactions for
accounts which they or their affiliates manage, unless certain requirements
are satisfied. Pursuant to such requirements, the Board of Trustees has
authorized FBSI to execute portfolio transactions on national securities
exchanges in accordance with approved procedures and applicable SEC rules.
Each fund's Trustees periodically review FMR's performance of its
responsibilities in connection with the placement of portfolio transactions
on behalf of the funds and review the commissions paid by each fund over
representative periods of time to determine if they are reasonable in
relation to the benefits to the fund.
The bond funds' annual portfolio turnover rates for the fiscal years ended
December 31, 1995 and 1994 are shown in the following table:
ANNUAL PORTFOLIO TURNOVER RATE FOR MUNICIPAL INCOME FUNDS
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Fiscal Year Ended Michigan Minnesota Ohio
December 31 Municipal Income Municipal Income Municipal Income
Fund Fund Fund
1995 29 % 49 % 48 %
1994 18% 26% 22%
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For fiscal years ended December 31, 1995, 1994 and 1993, the funds
paid no brokerage commissions.
From time to time the Trustees will review whether the recapture for the
benefit of the funds of some portion of the brokerage commissions or
similar fees paid by the funds on portfolio transactions is legally
permissible and advisable. Each fund seeks to recapture soliciting
broker-dealer fees on the tender of portfolio securities, but at present no
other recapture arrangements are in effect. The Trustees intend to continue
to review whether recapture opportunities are available and are legally
permissible and, if so, to determine in the exercise of their business
judgment whether it would be advisable for each fund to seek such
recapture.
Although the Trustees and officers of each fund are substantially the same
as those of other funds managed by FMR, investment decisions for each fund
are made independently from those of other funds managed by FMR or accounts
managed by FMR affiliates. It sometimes happens that the same security is
held in the portfolio of more than one of these funds or accounts.
Simultaneous transactions are inevitable when several funds and accounts
are managed by the same investment adviser, particularly when the same
security is suitable for the investment objective of more than one fund or
account.
When two or more funds are simultaneously engaged in the purchase or sale
of the same security, the prices and amounts are allocated in accordance
with procedures believed to be appropriate and equitable for each fund. In
some cases this system could have a detrimental effect on the price or
value of the security as far as each fund is concerned. In other cases,
however, the ability of the funds to participate in volume transactions
will produce better executions and prices for the funds. It is the current
opinion of the Trustees that the desirability of retaining FMR as
investment adviser to each fund outweighs any disadvantages that may be
said to exist from exposure to simultaneous transactions.
VALUATION OF PORTFOLIO SECURITIES
MONEY MARKET FUNDS. The money market funds value their investments on the
basis of amortized cost. This technique involves valuing an instrument at
its cost as adjusted for amortization of premium or accretion of discount
rather than its value based on current market quotations or appropriate
substitutes which reflect current market conditions. The amortized cost
value of an instrument may be higher or lower than the price the money
market fund would receive if it sold the instrument.
Valuing a fund's instruments on the basis of amortized cost and use of the
term "money market fund" are permitted by Rule 2a-7 under the 1940 Act.
Each money market fund must adhere to certain conditions under Rule 2a-7.
The Board of Trustees of the money market funds oversee FMR's adherence to
SEC rules concerning money market funds, and has established procedures
designed to stabilize each fund's NAV at $1.00. At such intervals as they
deem appropriate, the Trustees consider the extent to which NAV calculated
by using market valuations would deviate from $1.00 per share. If the
Trustees believe that a deviation from the fund's amortized cost per share
may result in material dilution or other unfair results to shareholders,
the Trustees have agreed to take such corrective action, if any, as they
deem appropriate to eliminate or reduce, to the extent reasonably
practicable, the dilution or unfair results. Such corrective action could
include selling portfolio instruments prior to maturity to realize capital
gains or losses or to shorten average portfolio maturity; withholding
dividends; redeeming shares in kind; establishing NAV by using available
market quotations; and such other measures as the Trustees may deem
appropriate.
During periods of declining interest rates, each money market fund's yield
based on amortized cost may be higher than the yield based on market
valuations. Under these circumstances, a shareholder in the fund would be
able to obtain a somewhat higher yield than would result if the fund
utilized market valuations to determine its NAV. The converse would apply
in a period of rising interest rates.
BOND FUNDS. Valuations of portfolio securities furnished by the pricing
service employed by the bond funds are based upon a computerized matrix
system or appraisals by the pricing service, in each case in reliance upon
information concerning market transactions and quotations from recognized
municipal securities dealers. The methods used by the pricing service and
the quality of valuations so established are reviewed by officers of the
funds and FSC under the general supervision of the Board of Trustees. There
are a number of pricing services available and the Trustees, or officers
acting on behalf of the Trustees, on the basis of on-going evaluation of
these services, may use other pricing services or discontinue the use of
any pricing service in whole or in part.
PERFORMANCE
The funds may quote performance in various ways. All performance
information supplied by the funds in advertising is historical and is not
intended to indicate future returns. A bond fund's share price, and each
fund's yield and total return fluctuate in response to market conditions
and other factors, and the value of a bond fund's shares when redeemed may
be more or less than their original cost.
YIELD CALCULATIONS. To compute a money market fund's yield for a period,
the net change in value of a hypothetical account containing one share
reflects the value of additional shares purchased with dividends from the
one original share and dividends declared on both the original share and
any additional shares. The net change is then divided by the value of the
account at the beginning of the period to obtain a base period return. This
base period return is annualized to obtain a current annualized yield. A
money market fund also may calculate a compound effective yield by
compounding the base period return over a one-year period. In addition to
the current yield, a money market fund may quote yields in advertising
based on any historical seven-day period. Yields for the money market funds
are calculated on the same basis as other money market funds, as required
by regulation.
For the bond funds, yields are computed by dividing a fund's interest
income for a given 30-day or one-month period, net of expenses, by the
average number of shares entitled to receive dividends during the period,
dividing this figure by the fund's net asset value per share (NAV) at the
end of the period, and annualizing the result (assuming compounding of
income) in order to arrive at an annual percentage rate. Income is
calculated for purposes of a bond fund's yield quotations in accordance
with standardized methods applicable to all stock and bond funds. In
general, interest income is reduced with respect to bonds trading at a
premium over their par value by subtracting a portion of the premium from
income on a daily basis, and is increased with respect to bonds trading at
a discount by adding a portion of the discount to daily income. Capital
gains and losses generally are excluded from the calculation.
Income calculated for the purposes of determining a bond fund's yield
differs from income as determined for other accounting purposes. Because of
the different accounting methods used, and because of the compounding of
income assumed in yield calculations, a bond fund's yield may not equal its
distribution rate, the income paid to your account, or the income reported
in the fund's financial statements.
Yield information may be useful in reviewing a fund's performance and in
providing a basis for comparison with other investment alternatives.
However, each fund's yield fluctuates, unlike investments that pay a fixed
interest rate over a stated period of time. When comparing investment
alternatives, investors should also note the quality and maturity of the
portfolio securities of respective investment companies they have chosen to
consider.
Investors should recognize that in periods of declining interest rates a
fund's yield will tend to be somewhat higher than prevailing market rates,
and in periods of rising interest rates the fund's yield will tend to be
somewhat lower. Also, when interest rates are falling, the inflow of net
new money to a fund from the continuous sale of its shares will likely be
invested in instruments producing lower yields than the balance of the
fund's holdings, thereby reducing the fund's current yield. In periods of
rising interest rates, the opposite can be expected to occur.
A fund's tax-equivalent yield is the rate an investor would have to earn
from a fully taxable investment before taxes to equal the fund's
tax-free yield. Tax-equivalent yields are calculated by dividing a fund's
yield by the result of one minus a stated federal or combined federal and
state and city tax rate. If only a portion of a fund's yield is tax-exempt,
only that portion is adjusted in the calculation.
The following tables show the effect of a shareholder's tax status on
effective yield under federal and state income tax laws for 1996.
The second table shows the approximate yield a taxable security must
provide at various income brackets to produce after-tax yields equivalent
to those of hypothetical tax-exempt obligations yielding from 3 % to
7 %. Of course, no assurance can be given that a fund will achieve
any specific tax-exempt yield. While the funds invest principally in
obligations whose interest is exempt from federal and state income tax,
other income received by the funds may be taxable. The tables do not take
into account local taxes, if any, payable on fund distributions.
Use the first table to find your approximate effective tax bracket taking
into account federal and state taxes for 1996 .
1996 TAX RATES FOR MICHIGAN
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Combined
Federal State Michigan and
Taxable Income* Income Tax Marginal Federal Effectiv e
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Single Return Joint Return Bracket Rate Tax Bracket**
$ 24, 001 - 5 8 , 1 50 $ 40,101 - 96,900 28.0% 4.4 0 % 3 1.17 %
$ 5 8 , 1 51 - 121,30 0 $ 96, 9 01 - 147,700 31.0% 4.4 0 % 3 4.04 %
$ 1 21 , 301 - 263,750 $ 147,701 - 263,750 36.0% 4.4 0 % 38.82 %
$ 263,751 Above $ 263,751 + Above 39.6% 4.4 0 % 4 2.26 %
</TABLE>
* Net amount subject to federal income tax after deductions and exemptions.
Assumes ordinary income only.
** Excludes the impact of the phaseout of personal exemptions, limitations
on itemized deductions, and other credits, exclusions, and adjustments
which may increase a taxpayer's marginal tax rate. An increase in a
shareholder's marginal tax rate would increase that shareholder's
tax-equivalent yield.
Having determined your effective tax bracket, use the following table to
determine the tax-equivalent yield for a given tax-free yield.
If your effective combined federal and state personal tax rate in 1996 is:
31.17 % 34.04 % 38.82 % 42.26 %
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To match these
tax-free yields: Your taxable investment would have to earn the following yield:
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3% 4. 36 % 4. 55 % 4.90 % 5. 20 %
4% 5.81 % 6.06 % 6.54 % 6.93 %
5% 7.26 % 7. 58 % 8.17 % 8 .66 %
6% 8.72 % 9. 10 % 9.81 % 10. 39 %
7% 10.17 % 10. 61 % 11. 44 % 12. 12 %
1996 TAX RATES FOR MINNESOTA
Combined
Federal State Minnesota and
Taxable Income* Income Tax Marginal Federal Effective
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Single Return Joint Return Bracket Rate Tax Bracket**
$ 24,001 - 52,790 $ 40, 1 01 - 93,340 28.0% 8.0% 33.76%
$ 52,791 - 58,150 $ 93,341 - 96,900 28.0% 8.5% 34.12%
$ 58,151 - 121,300 $ 96,901 - 147,700 31.0% 8.5% 36.87%
$ 121,301 - 263,750 $ 147,701 - 263,750 36.0% 8.5% 41.44%
$ 263,751 + Above $ 263,751 + Above 39.6% 8.5% 44.73%
</TABLE>
* Net amount subject to federal income tax after deductions and exemptions.
Assumes ordinary income only.
** Excludes the impact of the phaseout of personal exemptions, limitations
on itemized deductions, and other credits, exclusions, and adjustments
which may increase a taxpayer's marginal tax rate. An increase in a
shareholder's marginal tax rate would increase that shareholder's
tax-equivalent yield.
Having determined your effective tax bracket, use the following table to
determine the tax-equivalent yield for a given tax-free yield.
If your effective combined federal and state personal tax rate in 1996
is:
33.76% 34.12% 36.87% 41.44% 44.73%
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To match these
tax-free yields: Your taxable investment would have to earn the following yield:
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3% 4.53% 4.55% 4.75% 5.12% 5.43%
4% 6.04% 6.07% 6.34% 6.83% 7.24%
5% 7.55% 7.59% 7.92% 8.54% 9.05%
6% 9.06% 9.11% 9.50% 10.25% 10.86%
7% 10.57% 10.63% 11.09% 11.95% 12.67%
1996 TAX RATES FOR OHIO
Combined
Federal State Ohio and
Taxable Income* Income Tax Marginal Federal Effective
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Single Return Joint Return Bracket Rate Tax Bracket**
$ 24,001 - 40,000 -- 28.0% 4.457% 31.21%
$ 40,001 - 58,150 $ 40,101 - 80,000 28.0% 5.201% 31.74%
- -- $ 80,001 - 96,900 28.0% 5.943% 32.28%
$ 58,151 - 80,000 -- 31.0% 5.201% 34.59%
$ 80,001 - 100,000 $ 96,901 - 100,000 31.0% 5.943% 35.10%
$ 100,001 - 121,300 $ 100,001 - 147,700 31.0% 6.900% 35.76%
$ 121,301 - 200,000 $ 147,701 - 200,000 36.0% 6.900% 40.42%
$ 200,001 - 2 63 , 75 0 $ 200,001 - 263,750 36.0% 7.500% 40.80%
$ 263,751 + Above $ 263,751 + Above 39.6% 7.500% 44.13%
</TABLE>
* Net amount subject to federal income tax after deductions and exemptions.
Assumes ordinary income only.
** Excludes the impact of the phaseout of personal exemptions, limitations
on itemized deductions, and other credits, exclusions, and adjustments
which may increase a taxpayer's marginal tax rate. An increase in a
shareholder's marginal tax rate would increase that shareholder's
tax-equivalent yield.
Having determined your effective tax bracket, use the following table to
determine the tax-equivalent yield for a given tax-free yield.
If your effective combined federal and state personal tax rate in 1996 is:
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To match these 31.21% 31.74% 32.28% 34.59% 35.10% 35.76% 40.42% 40.80% 44.13%
</TABLE>
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tax-free yields: Your taxable investment would have to earn the following yield:
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3% 4.36% 4.39% 4.43% 4.59% 4.62% 4.67% 5.04% 5.07% 5.37%
4% 5.81% 5.86% 5.91% 6.12% 6.16% 6.23% 6.71% 6.76% 7.16%
5% 7.27% 7.32% 7.38% 7.64% 7.70% 7.78% 8.39% 8.45% 8.95%
6% 8.72% 8.79% 8.86% 9.17% 9.24% 9.34% 10.07% 10.14% 10.74%
7% 10.18% 10.25% 10.34% 10.70% 10.79% 10.90% 11.75% 11.82% 12.53%
</TABLE>
Each fund may invest a portion of its assets in obligations that are
subject to state or federal income taxes. When a fund invests in these
obligations, its tax-equivalent yield will be lower. In the tables above,
the tax-equivalent yields are calculated assuming investments are 100%
federally and state tax-free.
TOTAL RETURN CALCULATIONS. Total returns quoted in advertising reflect all
aspects of a fund's return, including the effect of reinvesting dividends
and capital gain distributions, and any change in the fund's net asset
value (NAV ) over a stated period. Average annual total returns are
calculated by determining the growth or decline in value of a hypothetical
historical investment in a fund over a stated period, and then calculating
the annually compounded percentage rate that would have produced the same
result if the rate of growth or decline in value had been constant over the
period. For example, a cumulative total return of 100% over ten years would
produce an average annual total return of 7.18%, which is the steady annual
rate of return that would equal 100% growth on a compounded basis in ten
years. While average annual total returns are a convenient means of
comparing investment alternatives, investors should realize that a fund's
performance is not constant over time, but changes from year to year, and
that average annual total returns represent averaged figures as opposed to
the actual year-to-year performance of the fund.
In addition to average annual total returns, a fund may quote unaveraged or
cumulative total returns reflecting the simple change in value of an
investment over a stated period. Average annual and cumulative total
returns may be quoted as a percentage or as a dollar amount, and may be
calculated for a single investment, a series of investments, or a series of
redemptions, over any time period. Total returns may be broken down into
their components of income and capital (including capital gains and changes
in share price) in order to illustrate the relationship of these factors
and their contributions to total return. Total returns may be quoted on a
before-tax or after-tax basis. Total returns, yields, and other performance
information may be quoted numerically or in a table, graph, or similar
illustration.
NET ASSET VALUE. Charts and graphs using a fund's net asset values,
adjusted net asset values, and benchmark indices may be used to exhibit
performance. An adjusted NAV includes any distributions paid by a fund and
reflects all elements of its return. Unless otherwise indicated, a fund's
adjusted NAVs are not adjusted for sales charges, if any.
HISTORICAL FUND RESULTS. The following tables show each money market fund's
7-day yields, each bond fund's 30-day yields, each fund's tax-equivalent
yields, and total returns for periods ended December 31, 19 95.
The tax-equivalent yields are based on combined effective federal and state
income tax rates of 38.82 % (Michigan), 41.44 % (Minnesota),
and 40.80 % (Ohio), and reflects that, as of December 31, 1995,
none of the fund's income was subject to state taxes. Note that each
fund may invest in securities whose income is subject to the federal
alternative minimum tax.
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Average Annual Total Returns Cumulative Total Returns
Seven-Day Tax- One Five Life of One Five Life of
Yield Equivalent Year Years Fund Year Years Fund
Yield
Michigan Money 3.98% 6.51% 3.38% 2.98 % 3.44 %* 3.38 % 15.82 % 22.38 %*
Market
Ohio Money 4.04% 6.82% 3.48% 3.07 % 3.69 %** 3.48 % 16.33 % 25.84 %**
Market
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* From commencement of operations, January 12, 1990.
** From commencement of operations, August 29, 1989.
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Average Annual Total Returns Cumulative Total Returns
Thirty-Da Tax- One Five Ten One Five Ten
y Equivalent Year Years Years Year Years Years
Yield Yield
Michigan 4.79% 7.83% 15.41% 8.32% 8.49% 15.41% 49.13% 125.96%
Muni
Income
Minnesota 4.67% 7.97% 16.00% 7.44% 7.83% 16.00% 43.13% 112.48%
Muni
Income
Ohio Muni 4.74 % 8.01% 16.39% 8.43% 8.57% 16.39% 49.86% 127.47%
Income
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The following table shows the income and capital elements of each fund's
cumulative total return. The table compares each fund's return to the
record of the Standard & Poor's Composite Index of 500 Stocks (S&P 500),
the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA), and the cost of living (measured
by the Consumer Price Index, or CPI) over the same period. The CPI
information is as of the month end closest to the initial investment date
for each fund. The S&P 500 and DJIA comparisons are provided to show how
each fund's total return compared to the record of a broad average of
common stocks and a narrower set of stocks of major industrial companies,
respectively, over the same period. Of course, since each fund invests in
short-term (money-market funds) fixed-income securities, common
stocks represent a different type of investment from the fund. Common
stocks generally offer greater growth potential than the funds, but
generally experience greater price volatility, which means greater
potential for loss. In addition, common stocks generally provide lower
income than a fixed-income investment such as the funds. Figures for the
S&P 500 and DJIA are based on the prices of unmanaged groups of stocks and,
unlike the funds' returns, do not include the effect of paying brokerage
commissions or other costs of investing.
During the ten-year period ended December 31, 1995, a hypothetical $10,000
investment in Ohio Municipal Income would have grown to $ 22,747 ,
assuming all distributions were reinvested. This was a period of
fluctuating interest rates and bond prices and the figures below should not
be considered representative of the dividend income or capital gain or loss
that could be realized from an investment in the fund today.
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FIDELITY OHIO MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND INDICES
Year Value of Value of Value of Total S&P 500 DJIA Cost of
Ended Initial Reinvested Reinvested Value Living**
$10,000 Dividend Capital Gain
Investment Distributions Distributions
1995 $ 11,453 $ 10,530 $ 764 $ 22,747 $ 40,054 $ 45,581 $ 14,044
1994 $ 10,395 $ 8,455 $ 693 $ 19,543 $ 29,114 $ 33,338 $ 13,696
1993 $ 11,877 $ 8,392 $ 422 $ 20,691 $ 28,735 $ 31,759 $ 13,339
1992 $ 11,413 $ 6,969 $ 0 $ 18,382 $ 26,104 $ 27,146 $ 12,983
1991 $ 11,186 $ 5,731 $ 0 $ 16,917 $ 24,251 $ 25,300 $ 12,617
1990 $ 10,711 $ 4,468 $ 0 $ 15,179 $ 18,585 $ 20,347 $ 12,242
1989 $ 10,662 $ 3,459 $ 0 $ 14,121 $ 19,183 $ 20,457 $ 11,537
1988 $ 10,375 $ 2,463 $ 0 $ 12,838 $ 14,567 $ 15,526 $ 11,025
1987 $ 9,852 $ 1,517 $ 0 $ 11,369 $ 12,492 $ 13,394 $ 10,558
1986 $ 10,840 $ 806 $ 0 $ 11,646 $ 11,868 $ 12,703 $ 10,110
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** From month-end closest to initial investment date.
Explanatory Notes: With an initial investment of $10,000 made on January 1,
1986, the net amount invested in fund shares was $10,000. The cost of the
initial investment ($10,000), together with the aggregate cost of
reinvested dividends and capital gain distributions for the period covered
(their cash value at the time they were reinvested), amounted to
$ 20,730 . If distributions had not been reinvested, the amount of
distributions earned from the fund over time would have been smaller, and
cash payments for the period would have amounted to $ 7,007 for
dividends and $ 435 for capital gains distributions. Tax consequences
of different investments have not been factored into the above figures.
During the ten-year period ended December 31, 1995, a hypothetical
$10,000 investment in Minnesota Municipal Income would have grown to
$ 21,248 , assuming all distributions were reinvested. This was a
period of fluctuating interest rates and bond prices and the figures below
should not be considered representative of the dividend income or capital
gain or loss that could be realized from an investment in the fund today.
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FIDELITY MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND INDICES
Year Value of Value of Value of Total S&P 500 DJIA Cost of
Ended Initial Reinvested Reinvested Value Living**
$10,000 Dividend Capital Gain
Investment Distributions Distributions
1995 $ 11,001 $ 10,076 $ 171 $ 21,248 $ 40,054 $ 45,581 $ 14,044
1994 $ 10,040 $ 8,126 $ 152 $ 18,318 $ 29,114 $ 33,338 $ 13,696
1993 $ 11,417 $ 8,039 $ 33 $ 19,489 $ 28,735 $ 31,759 $ 13,339
1992 $ 10,753 $ 6,551 $ 31 $ 17,335 $ 26,104 $ 27,146 $ 12,983
1991 $ 10,634 $ 5,442 $ 31 $ 16,107 $ 24,251 $ 25,300 $ 12,617
1990 $ 10,456 $ 4,359 $ 30 $ 14,845 $ 18,585 $ 20,347 $ 12,242
1989 $ 10,426 $ 3,390 $ 30 $ 13,846 $ 19,183 $ 20,457 $ 11,537
1988 $ 10,218 $ 2,427 $ 30 $ 12,675 $ 14,567 $ 15,526 $ 11,025
1987 $ 9,732 $ 1,496 $ 28 $ 11,256 $ 12,492 $ 13,394 $ 10,558
1986 $ 10,892 $ 812 $ 0 $ 11,704 $ 11,868 $ 12,703 $ 10,110
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** From month-end closest to initial investment date.
Explanatory Notes: With an initial investment of $10,000 made on January 1,
1986, the net amount invested in fund shares was $10,000. The cost of the
initial investment ($10,000), together with the aggregate cost of
reinvested dividends and capital gain distributions for the period covered
(their cash value at the time they were reinvested), amounted to
$ 19,801 . If distributions had not been reinvested, the amount of
distributions earned from the fund over time would have been smaller, and
cash payments for the period would have amounted to $ 6,811 for
dividends and $ 111 for capital gains distributions. Tax consequences
of different investments have not been factored into the above figures.
During the ten-year period ended December 31, 1995, a hypothetical
$10,000 investment in Michigan Municipal Income would have grown to
$ 22,596 , assuming all distributions were reinvested. This was a
period of fluctuating interest rates and bond prices and the figures below
should not be considered representative of the dividend income or capital
gain or loss that could be realized from an investment in the fund today.
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FIDELITY MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND INDICES
Year Value of Value of Value of Total S&P 500 DJIA Cost of
Ended Initial Reinvested Reinvested Value Living**
$10,000 Dividend Capital Gain
Investment Distributions Distributions
1995 $ 11,256 $ 10,575 $ 765 $ 22,596 $ 40,054 $ 45,581 $ 14,044
1994 $ 10,302 $ 8,575 $ 701 $ 19,578 $ 29,114 $ 33,338 $ 13,696
1993 $ 12,016 $ 8,669 $ 482 $ 21,167 $ 28,735 $ 31,759 $ 13,339
1992 $ 11,402 $ 7,117 $ 74 $ 18,595 $ 26,104 $ 27,146 $ 12,983
1991 $ 11,110 $ 5,825 $ 41 $ 16,976 $ 24,251 $ 25,300 $ 12,617
1990 $ 10,604 $ 4,509 $ 39 $ 15,152 $ 18,585 $ 20,347 $ 12,242
1989 $ 10,808 $ 3,562 $ 40 $ 14,410 $ 19,183 $ 20,457 $ 11,537
1988 $ 10,506 $ 2,530 $ 39 $ 13,075 $ 14,567 $ 15,526 $ 11,025
1987 $ 9,981 $ 1,551 $ 37 $ 11,569 $ 12,492 $ 13,394 $ 10,558
1986 $ 11,081 $ 822 $ 0 $ 11,903 $ 11,868 $ 12,703 $ 10,110
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** From month-end closest to initial investment date.
Explanatory Notes: With an initial investment of $10,000 made on January 1,
1986, the net amount invested in fund shares was $10,000. The cost of the
initial investment ($10,000), together with the aggregate cost of
reinvested dividends and capital gain distributions for the period covered
(their cash value at the time they were reinvested), amounted to
$ 20,988 . If distributions had not been reinvested, the amount of
distributions earned from the fund over time would have been smaller, and
cash payments for the period would have amounted to $ 7,129 for
dividends and $ 458 for capital gains distributions. Tax consequences
of different investments have not been factored into the above figures.
During the period from January 12, 1990 (commencement of operations) to
December 31, 1995, a hypothetical $10,000 investment in Michigan Municipal
Money Market would have grown to $ 12,238 , assuming all distributions
were reinvested. This was a period of fluctuating interest rates and bond
prices and the figures below should not be considered representative of the
dividend income or capital gain or loss that could be realized from an
investment in the fund today.
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FIDELITY MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND INDICES
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Year Value of Value of Value of Total S&P 500 DJIA Cost of
Ended Initial Reinvested Reinvested Value Living**
$10,000 Dividend Capital Gain
Investment Distributions Distributions
1995 $ 10,000 $ 2,238 $ 0 $ 12,238 $ 21,158 $ 22,195 $ 12,173
1994 $ 10,000 $ 1,839 $ 0 $ 11,839 $ 15,379 $ 16,234 $ 11,872
1993 $ 10,000 $ 1,557 $ 0 $ 11,557 $ 15,179 $ 15,465 $ 11,562
1992 $ 10,000 $ 1,332 $ 0 $ 11,332 $ 13,789 $ 13,219 $ 11,253
1991 $ 10,000 $ 1,038 $ 0 $ 11,038 $ 12,810 $ 12,320 $ 10,936
1990* $ 10,000 $ 566 $ 0 $ 10,566 $ 9,817 $ 9,908 $ 10,611
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* From January 12, 1990 (commencement of operations).
** From month-end closest to initial investment date.
Explanatory Notes: With an initial investment of $10,000 made on January
12, 1990, the net amount invested in fund shares was $10,000. The cost of
the initial investment ($10,000), together with the aggregate cost of
reinvested dividends and capital gain distributions for the period covered
(their cash value at the time they were reinvested), amounted to
$ 12,238 . If distributions had not been reinvested, the amount of
distributions earned from the fund over time would have been smaller, and
cash payments for the period would have amounted to $ 2,023 for
dividends and $ 0 for capital gains distributions. Tax consequences
of different investments have not been factored into the above figures.
During the period from August 29, 1989 (commencement of operations) to
December 31, 1995, a hypothetical $10,000 investment in Ohio Municipal
Money Market would have grown to $ 12,584 , assuming all distributions
were reinvested. This was a period of fluctuating interest rates and bond
prices and the figures below should not be considered representative of the
dividend income or capital gain or loss that could be realized from an
investment in the fund today.
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FIDELITY OHIO MUNICIPAL MONEY MARKET FUND INDICES
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Year Value of Value of Value of Total S&P 500 DJIA Cost of
Ended Initial Reinvested Reinvested Value Living**
$10,000 Dividend Capital Gain
Investment Distributions Distributions
1995 $ 10,000 $ 2,584 $ 0 $ 12,584 $ 21,193 $ 22,646 $ 12,319
1994 $ 10,000 $ 2,161 $ 0 $ 12,161 $ 15,405 $ 16,564 $ 12,014
1993 $ 10,000 $ 1,865 $ 0 $ 11,865 $ 15,204 $ 15,779 $ 11,701
1992 $ 10,000 $ 1,622 $ 0 $ 11,622 $ 13,812 $ 13,487 $ 11,388
1991 $ 10,000 $ 1,304 $ 0 $ 11,304 $ 12,831 $ 12,570 $ 11,067
1990 $ 10,000 $ 817 $ 0 $ 10,817 $ 9,834 $ 10,109 $ 10,738
1989* $ 10,000 $ 215 $ 0 $ 10,215 $ 10,150 $ 10,164 $ 10,120
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* From August 29, 1989 (commencement of operations).
** From month-end closest to initial investment date.
Explanatory Notes: With an initial investment of $10,000 made on August 29,
1989, the net amount invested in fund shares was $10,000. The cost of the
initial investment ($10,000), together with the aggregate cost of
reinvested dividends and capital gain distributions for the period covered
(their cash value at the time they were reinvested), amounted to
$ 12,584 . If distributions had not been reinvested, the amount of
distributions earned from the fund over time would have been smaller, and
cash payments for the period would have amounted to $ 2,303 for
dividends and $ 0 for capital gains distributions. Tax consequences
of different investments have not been factored into the above figures.
PERFORMANCE COMPARISONS. A fund's perform ance may be compared to the
performance of other mutual funds in general, or to the performance of
particular types of mutual funds. These comparisons may be expressed as
mutual fund rankings prepared by Lipper Analytical Services, Inc. (Lipper),
an independent service located in Summit, New Jersey that monitors the
performance of mutual funds. Lipper generally ranks funds on the basis of
total return, assuming reinvestment of distributions, but does not take
sales charges or redemption fees into consideration, and is prepared
without regard to tax consequences. Lipper may also rank funds based on
yield. In addition to the mutual fund rankings, a fund's performance may be
compared to stock, bond, and money market mutual fund performance indices
prepared by Lipper or other organizations. When comparing these indices, it
is important to remember the risk and return characteristics of each type
of investment. For example, while stock mutual funds may offer higher
potential returns, they also carry the highest degree of share price
volatility. Likewise, money market funds may offer greater stability of
principal, but generally do not offer the higher potential returns
available from stock mutual funds.
From time to time, a fund's performance may also be compared to other
mutual funds tracked by financial or business publications and periodicals.
For example, the fund may quote Morningstar, Inc. in its advertising
materials. Morningstar, Inc. is a mutual fund rating service that rates
mutual funds on the basis of risk-adjusted performance. Rankings that
compare the performance of Fidelity funds to one another in appropriate
categories over specific periods of time may also be quoted in advertising.
A fund may be compared in advertising to Certificates of Deposit (CDs) or
other investments issued by banks or other depository institutions. Mutual
funds differ from bank investments in several respects. For example, a fund
may offer greater liquidity or higher potential returns than CDs, a fund
does not guarantee your principal or your return, and fund shares are not
FDIC insured.
Fidelity may provide information designed to help individuals understand
their investment goals and explore various financial strategies. Such
information may include information about current economic, market, and
political conditions; materials that describe general principles of
investing, such as asset allocation, diversification, risk tolerance, and
goal setting; questionnaires designed to help create a personal financial
profile; worksheets used to project savings needs based on assumed rates of
inflation and hypothetical rates of return; and action plans offering
investment alternatives. Materials may also include discussions of
Fidelity's asset allocation funds and other Fidelity funds, products, and
services.
Ibbotson Associates of Chicago, Illinois (Ibbotson) provides historical
returns of the capital markets in the United States, including common
stocks, small capitalization stocks, long-term corporate bonds,
intermediate-term government bonds, long-term government bonds, Treasury
bills, the U.S. rate of inflation (based on the CPI), and combinations of
various capital markets. The performance of these capital markets is based
on the returns of different indices.
Fidelity funds may use the performance of these capital markets in order to
demonstrate general risk-versus-reward investment scenarios. Performance
comparisons may also include the value of a hypothetical investment in any
of these capital markets. The risks associated with the security types in
any capital market may or may not correspond directly to those of the
funds. Ibbotson calculates total returns in the same method as the funds.
The funds may also compare performance to that of other compilations or
indices that may be developed and made available in the future.
A fund may compare its performance or the performance of securities in
which it may invest to averages published by IBC USA (Publications), Inc.
of Ashland, Massachusetts. These averages assume reinvestment of
distributions. The IBC/Donoghue's MONEY FUND AVERAGES(trademark)/All
Tax-Free, which is reported in the MONEY FUND REPORT(registered trademark),
covers over 395 tax-free money market funds. The Bond Fund Report
AverageS(trademark)/Tax-Free, which is reported in the BOND FUND
REPORT(registered trademark), covers over 559 tax-free bond funds.
When evaluating comparisons to money market funds, investors should
consider the relevant differences in investment objectives and policies.
Specifically, money market funds invest in short-term, high-quality
instruments and seek to maintain a stable $1.00 share price. Bond funds,
however, invests in longer-term instruments and its share price changes
daily in response to a variety of factors.
A fund may compare and contrast in advertising the relative advantages of
investing in a mutual fund versus an individual municipal bond. Unlike
tax-free mutual funds, individual municipal bonds offer a stated rate of
interest and, if held to maturity, repayment of principal. Although some
individual municipal bonds might offer a higher return, they do not offer
the reduced risk of a mutual fund that invests in many different
securities. The initial investment requirements and sales charges of many
tax-free mutual funds are lower than the purchase cost of individual
municipal bonds, which are generally issued in $5,000 denominations and are
subject to direct brokerage costs.
In advertising materials, Fidelity may reference or discuss its products
and services, which may include other Fidelity funds; retirement investing;
brokerage products and services; model portfolios or allocations; saving
for college or other goals; charitable giving; and the Fidelity credit
card. In addition, Fidelity may quote or reprint financial or business
publications and periodicals as they relate to current economic and
political conditions, fund management, portfolio composition, investment
philosophy, investment techniques, the desirability of owning a particular
mutual fund, and Fidelity services and products. Fidelity may also reprint,
and use as advertising and sales literature, articles from Fidelity Focus,
a quarterly magazine provided free of charge to Fidelity fund shareholders.
A fund may present its fund number, Quotron(trademark) number, and CUSIP
number, and discuss or quote its current portfolio manager.
VOLATILITY. A fund may quote various measures of volatility and benchmark
correlation in advertising. In addition, the fund may compare these
measures to those of other funds. Measures of volatility seek to compare
the fund's historical share price fluctuations or total returns to those of
a benchmark. Measures of benchmark correlation indicate how valid a
comparative benchmark may be. All measures of volatility and correlation
are calculated using averages of historical data. In advertising, a fund
may also discuss or illustrate examples of interest rate sensitivity.
MOMENTUM INDICATORS indicate a fund's price movements over specific periods
of time. Each point on the momentum indicator represents the fund's
percentage change in price movements over that period.
A fund may advertise examples of the effects of periodic investment plans,
including the principle of dollar cost averaging. In such a program, an
investor invests a fixed dollar amount in a fund at periodic intervals,
thereby purchasing fewer shares when prices are high and more shares when
prices are low. While such a strategy does not assure a profit or guard
against loss in a declining market, the investor's average cost per share
can be lower than if fixed numbers of shares are purchased at the same
intervals. In evaluating such a plan, investors should consider their
ability to continue purchasing shares during periods of low price levels.
As of December 31, 1995, FMR advised over $ 26.5 billion in tax-free
fund assets, $ 81 billion in money market fund assets, $ 240
billion in equity fund assets, $ 49 billion in international fund
assets, and $ 23 billion in Spartan fund assets. The funds may
reference the growth and variety of money market mutual funds and the
adviser's innovation and participation in the industry. The equity funds
under management figure represents the largest amount of equity fund assets
under management by a mutual fund investment adviser in the United States,
making FMR America's leading equity (stock) fund manager. FMR, its
subsidiaries, and affiliates maintain a worldwide information and
communications network for the purpose of researching and managing
investments abroad.
In addition to performance rankings, each fund may compare its total
expense ratio to the average total expense ratio of similar funds tracked
by Lipper. A fund's total expense ratio is a significant factor in
comparing bond and money market investments because of its effect on yield.
ADDITIONAL PURCHASE AND REDEMPTION INFORMATION
Ea ch fund is open for business and its net asset value per share (NAV)
is calculated each day the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is open for
trading. The NYSE has designated the following holiday closings for 1996:
New Year's Day, Presidents' Day (observed), Good Friday, Memorial Day
(observed), Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas
Day. Although FMR expects the same holiday schedule to be observed in the
future, the NYSE may modify its holiday schedule at any time. In addition,
the funds will not process wire purchases and redemptions on days when the
Federal Reserve Wire System is closed.
FSC normally determines each fund's NAV as of the close of the NYSE
(normally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time). However, NAV may be calculated earlier
if trading on the NYSE is restricted or as permitted by the Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC). To the extent that portfolio securities are
traded in other markets on days when the NYSE is closed, a fund's NAV may
be affected on days when investors do not have access to the fund to
purchase or redeem shares. In addition, trading in some of a fund's
portfolio securities may not occur on days when the fund is open for
business.
If the Trustees determine that existing conditions make cash payments
undesirable, redemption payments may be made in whole or in part in
securities or other property, valued for this purpose as they are valued in
computing a fund's NAV. Shareholders receiving securities or other property
on redemption may realize a gain or loss for tax purposes, and will incur
any costs of sale, as well as the associated inconveniences.
Pursuant to Rule 11a-3 under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the 1940
Act), each fund is required to give shareholders at least 60 days' notice
prior to terminating or modifying its exchange privilege. Under the Rule,
the 60-day notification requirement may be waived if (i) the only effect of
a modification would be to reduce or eliminate an administrative fee,
redemption fee, or deferred sales charge ordinarily payable at the time of
an exchange, or (ii) the fund suspends the redemption of the shares to be
exchanged as permitted under the 1940 Act or the rules and regulations
thereunder, or the fund to be acquired suspends the sale of its shares
because it is unable to invest amounts effectively in accordance with its
investment objective and policies.
In the Prospectus, each fund has notified shareholders that it reserves the
right at any time, without prior notice, to refuse exchange purchases by
any person or group if, in FMR's judgment, the fund would be unable to
invest effectively in accordance with its investment objective and
policies, or would otherwise potentially be adversely affected.
DISTRIBUTIONS AND TAXES
DISTRIBUTIONS. If you request to have distributions mailed to you and the
U.S. Postal Service cannot deliver your checks, or if your checks remain
uncashed for six months, Fidelity may reinvest your distributions at the
then-current NAV. All subsequent distributions will then be reinvested
until you provide Fidelity with alternate instructions.
DIVIDENDS. To the extent that each fund's income is designated as federally
tax-exempt interest, the daily dividends declared by the fund are also
federally tax-exempt. Short-term capital gains are distributed as dividend
income, but do not qualify for the dividends-received deduction. These
gains will be taxed as ordinary income. Each fund will send each
shareholder a notice in January describing the tax status of dividend and
capital gain distributions (if any) for the prior year.
Shareholders are required to report tax-exempt income on their federal tax
returns. Shareholders who earn other income, such as Social Security
benefits, may be subject to federal income tax on up to 85% of such
benefits to the extent that their income, including tax-exempt income,
exceeds certain base amounts.
Each fund purchases municipal securities that are free from federal
income tax based on opinions of counsel regarding their tax status. These
opinions generally will be based on covenants by the issuers or other
parties regarding continuing compliance with federal tax requirements. If
at any time the covenants are not complied with, distribution to
shareholders of interest on a security could become federally taxable
retroactive to the date the security was issued. For certain types of
structure securities, opinions of counsel may also be based on the effect
of the structure on the federal and state tax treatment of the income.
As a result of the Tax Reform Act of 1986, interest on certain "private
activity" securities is subject to the federal alternative minimum tax
(AMT), although the interest continues to be excludable from gross income
for other tax purposes. Interest from private activity securities will be
considered tax-exempt for purposes of each fund's policies of investing so
that at least 80% of its income is free from federal income tax. Interest
from private activity securities is a tax preference item for the purposes
of determining whether a taxpayer is subject to the AMT and the amount of
AMT to be paid, if any. Private activity securities issued after August 7,
1986 to benefit a private or industrial user or to finance a private
facility are affected by this rule.
A portion of the gain on bonds purchased with market discount after April
30, 1993 and short-term capital gains distributed by each fund are taxable
to shareholders as dividends, not as capital gains. Dividend distributions
resulting from a recharacterization of gain from the sale of bonds
purchased with market discount after April 30, 1993 are not considered
income for purposes of each fund's policy of investing so that at least 80%
of its income is free from federal income tax. The money market funds may
distribute any net realized short-term capital gains and taxable market
discount once a year or more often, as necessary, to maintain its net asset
value at $1.00 per share.
Corporate investors should note that a tax preference item for purposes of
the corporate AMT is 75% of the amount by which adjusted current earnings
(which includes tax-exempt interest) exceeds the alternative minimum
taxable income of the corporation. If a shareholder receives an
exempt-interest dividend and sells shares at a loss after holding them for
a period of six months or less, the loss will be disallowed to the extent
of the amount of exempt-interest dividend.
MICHIGAN TAXES. Under a ruling of the Michigan Department of Treasury,
shareholders of the Michigan Money Market Fund and the Michigan Municipal
Income F und who are subject to the Michigan income tax or single
business tax will not be subject to the Michigan income tax or single
business tax on their Michigan fund dividends to the extent that such
distributions are exempt-interest dividends for federal income tax purposes
and are attributable to interest on tax-exempt obligations of the State of
Michigan, its political or governmental subdivisions, or its governmental
agencies or instrumentalities (as well as certain federally tax-exempt
obligations of territories and possessions of the United States). Such
distributions will also not be subject to city income taxes imposed by
certain Michigan cities. Any distributions with respect to shares of each
Michigan fund other than those described in the preceding sentence,
including, but not limited to, long or short-term capital gains, will be
subject to the Michigan income tax or single business tax and may be
subject to the city income taxes imposed by certain Michigan cities. The
Michigan Court of Appeals has ruled that shares of a mutual fund such as
the Michigan Money Market and Municipal Income Funds are exempt from the
Michigan intangibles tax to the extent the funds invest in obligations
exempt from the intangibles tax.
MINNESOTA TAXES. FMR understands that shareholders of the Minnesota
Municipal Income fund who are individuals, estates or trusts and who
are subject to Minnesota personal income tax will not be subject to such
tax on distributions with respect to shares of the Minnesota Municipal
Income F und to the extent that such distributions are exempt-interest
dividends for federal income tax purposes, are attributable to interest on
tax-exempt obligations of the State of Minnesota, or its political or
governmental subdivisions, or any of its municipalities or its governmental
agencies or instrumentalities and the portion of the exempt-interest
dividends from Minnesota that are paid equals or exceeds 95% of all
exempt-interest dividends paid. In addition, distributions with respect to
interest derived from obligations of the United States will not be subject
to the Minnesota personal income tax. Any distributions with respect to
shares of the Minnesota Municipal Income F und other than those
described in the preceding sentences, including, but not limited to, long
or short-term capital gains, may be subject to the Minnesota personal
income tax. Capital gain distributions paid will be taxed in Minnesota at
the same rate as other income. Distributions derived from private activity
bonds included in federal minimum taxable income and tax-exempt dividends
may generate Minnesota alternative minimum tax. The Minnesota Municipal
Income F und will not be subject to the Minnesota corporate franchise
tax except to the extent that it has federal taxable income.
OHIO TAXES. FMR understands that shareholders of the Ohio Money
M arket and the Ohio Municipal Income Fund s who are otherwise
subject to Ohio personal income tax, a school district income tax, or the
net income base of the Ohio corporation franchise tax will not be subject
to such taxes on distributions with respect to shares of each Ohio fund to
the extent that such distributions are exempt-interest dividends for
federal income tax purposes and are attributable to interest on tax-exempt
obligations of the State of Ohio or its political subdivisions or
authorities (as well as any tax-exempt obligations of territories or
possessions of the United States). Any distributions with respect to shares
of each Ohio fund other than those described in the preceding sentence may
be subject to the Ohio personal income tax or the net income base of the
Ohio corporation franchise tax.
Distributions received by shareholders will be exempt from an income tax
levied by an Ohio municipal corporation unless the shareholder is subject
to a municipal income tax that includes "intangible income" in the tax base
in accordance with Ohio Revenue Code (sub-section)718.02(G). Distributions
represented by interest from obligations held by each Ohio fund, which
interest is specifically exempt under Ohio law from an income tax imposed
by a political subdivision of the State of Ohio, will be exempt from a
municipal income tax that includes "intangible income" in the tax base in
accordance with Ohio Revenue Code (sub-section)718.02(G) when received by a
shareholder.
CAPITAL GAIN DISTRIBUTIONS. Long-term capital gains earned by each fund on
the sale of securities and distributed to shareholders are federally
taxable as long-term capital gains, regardless of the length of time
shareholders have held their shares. If a shareholder receives a long-term
capital gain distribution on shares of a fund, and such shares are held six
months or less and are sold at a loss, the portion of the loss equal to the
amount of the long-term capital gain distribution will be considered a
long-term loss for tax purposes. Short-term capital gains distributed by
each fund are taxable to shareholders as dividends, not as capital gains.
The money market funds do not anticipate distributing long-term capital
gains.
As of December 31, 1995, the Michigan Money Market Fund had capital loss
carryforwards aggregating approximately $57,500 of which $1,600, $1,700,
$10,300, $39,100 and $4,800 will expire on December 31, 1998, 1999, 2001,
2002, and 2003, respectively.
As of December 31, 1995, the Ohio Money Market Fund had capital loss
carryforwards aggregating approximately $29,500 of which $5,100, $6,100,
$11,000 and $7,300 will expire on December 31, 1998, 2000, 2002 and 2003,
respectively.
As of December 31, 1995, the Michigan Municipal Income Fund had capital
loss carryforwards aggregating approximately $2,376,275 which will expire
on December 31, 2003.
As of December 31, 1995, the Minnesota Municipal Income Fund had capital
loss carryforwards aggregating approximately $9,312,790 which will expire
on December 31, 2003.
For the above mentioned funds, these amounts are available to offset any
future capital gains.
TAX STATUS OF THE FUNDS. Each fund intends to qualify each year as a
"regulated investment company" for tax purposes so that it will not be
liable for federal tax on income and capital gains distributed to
shareholders. In order to qualify as a regulated investment company and
avoid being subject to federal income or excise taxes at the fund level,
each fund intends to distribute substantially all of its net investment
income and net realized capital gains within each calendar year as well as
on a fiscal year basis. Each bond fund intends to comply with other tax
rules applicable to regulated investment companies, including a requirement
that capital gains from the sale of securities held less than three months
constitute less than 30% of the fund's gross income for each fiscal year.
Gains from some futures contracts and options are included in this 30%
calculation, which may limit a fund's investments in such instruments.
Each money market fund is treated as a separate entity from the other funds
of Fidelity Municipal Trust II and each bond fund is treated as a separate
entity from the other funds of Fidelity Municipal Trust.
OTHER TAX INFORMATION. The information above is only a summary of some of
the tax consequences generally affecting each fund and its shareholders,
and no attempt has been made to discuss individual tax consequences. In
addition to federal income taxes, shareholders may be subject to state and
local taxes on fund distributions, and shares may be subject to state and
local personal property taxes. Investors should consult their tax advisers
to determine whether a fund is suitable to their particular tax situation.
FMR
All of the stock of FMR is owned by FMR Corp., its parent organized in
1972. The voting common stock of FMR Corp. is divided into two classes.
Class B is held predominantly by members of the Edward C. Johnson 3d family
and is entitled to 49% of the vote on any matter acted upon by the voting
common stock. Class A is held predominantly by non-Johnson family member
employees of FMR Corp. and its affiliates and is entitled to 51% of the
vote on any such matter. The Johnson family group and all other Class B
shareholders have entered into a shareholders' voting agreement under which
all Class B shares will be voted in accordance with the majority vote of
Class B shares. Under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (1940 Act),
control of a company is presumed where one individual or group of
individuals owns more than 25% of the voting stock of that company.
Therefore, through their ownership of voting common stock and the execution
of the shareholders' voting agreement, members of the Johnson family may be
deemed, under the 1940 Act, to form a controlling group with respect to FMR
Corp.
At present, the principal operating activities of FMR Corp. are those
conducted by three of its divisions as follows: FSC, which is the transfer
and shareholder servicing agent for certain of the funds advised by FMR;
Fidelity Investments Institutional Operations Company, which performs
shareholder servicing functions for institutional customers and funds sold
through intermediaries; and Fidelity Investments Retail Marketing Company,
which provides marketing services to various companies within the Fidelity
organization.
Fidelity investment personnel may invest in securities for their own
account pursuant to a code of ethics that sets forth all employees'
fiduciary responsibilities regarding the funds, establishes procedures for
personal investing and restricts certain transactions. For example, all
personal trades in most securities require pre-clearance, and participation
in initial public offerings is prohibited. In addition, restrictions on the
timing of personal investing in relation to trades by Fidelity funds and on
short-term trading have been adopted.
TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS
The Trustees and executive officers of the trust are listed below. Except
as indicated, each individual has held the office shown or other offices in
the same company for the last five years. Trustees and officers elected or
appointed to Fidelity Municipal Trust II prior to the money market funds'
conversion from a series of a Massachusetts business Trust
served in identical capacities. All persons named as Trustees also
serve in similar capacities for other funds advised by FMR. The business
address of each Trustee and officer who is an "interested person" (as
defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940) is 82 Devonshire Street,
Boston, Massachusetts 02109, which is also the address of FMR. The
business address of all the other Trustees is Fidelity Investments, P.O.
Box 9235, Boston, Massachusetts 02205-9235. Those Trustees who are
"interested persons" by virtue of their affiliation with either the trust
or FMR are indicated by an asterisk ( *).
*EDWARD C. JOHNSON 3d (65) , Trustee and President, is Chairman,
Chief Executive Officer and a Director of FMR Corp.; a Director and
Chairman of the Board and of the Executive Committee of FMR; Chairman and a
Director of FMR Texas Inc., Fidelity Management & Research (U.K.) Inc., and
Fidelity Management & Research (Far East) Inc.
*J. GARY BURKHEAD (54) , Trustee and Senior Vice President, is
President of FMR; and President and a Director of FMR Texas Inc., Fidelity
Management & Research (U.K.) Inc., and Fidelity Management & Research (Far
East) Inc.
RALPH F. COX (63) , Trustee (1991), is a consultant to Western Mining
Corporation (1994). Prior to February 1994, he was President of Greenhill
Petroleum Corporation (petroleum exploration and production, 1990). Until
March 1990, Mr. Cox was President and Chief Operating Officer of Union
Pacific Resources Company (exploration and production). He is a Director of
Sanifill Corporation (non-hazardous waste, 1993) and CH2M Hill Companies
(engineering). In addition, he served on the Board of Directors of the
Norton Company (manufacturer of industrial devices, 1983-1990) and
continues to serve on the Board of Directors of the Texas State Chamber of
Commerce, and is a member of advisory boards of Texas A&M University and
the University of Texas at Austin.
PHYLLIS BURKE DAVIS (64) , Trustee (1992). Prior to her retirement in
September 1991, Mrs. Davis was the Senior Vice President of Corporate
Affairs of Avon Products, Inc. She is currently a Director of BellSouth
Corporation (telecommunications), Eaton Corporation (manufacturing, 1991),
and the TJX Companies, Inc. (retail stores, 1990), and previously served as
a Director of Hallmark Cards, Inc. (1985-1991) and Nabisco Brands, Inc. In
addition, she is a member of the President's Advisory Council of The
University of Vermont School of Business Administration.
RICHARD J. FLYNN (71) , Trustee, is a financial consultant. Prior to
September 1986, Mr. Flynn was Vice Chairman and a Director of the Norton
Company (manufacturer of industrial devices). He is currently a Trustee of
College of the Holy Cross and Old Sturbridge Village, Inc., and he
previously served as a Director of Mechanics Bank (1971-1995).
E. BRADLEY JONES (68) , Trustee (1990). Prior to his retirement in
1984, Mr. Jones was Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of LTV Steel
Company. He is a Director of TRW Inc. (original equipment and replacement
products), Cleveland-Cliffs Inc (mining), Consolidated Rail Corporation,
Birmingham Steel Corporation, and RPM, Inc. (manufacturer of chemical
products, 1990), and he previously served as a Director of NACCO
Industries, Inc. (mining and marketing, 1985-1995) and Hyster-Yale
Materials Handling, Inc. (1985-1995). In addition, he serves as a Trustee
of First Union Real Estate Investments, a Trustee and member of the
Executive Committee of the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, a Trustee and
member of the Executive Committee of University School (Cleveland), and a
Trustee of Cleveland Clinic Florida.
DONALD J. KIRK (63), Trustee, is Executive-in-Residence (1995) at
Columbia University Graduate School of Business and a financial consultant.
From 1987 to January 1995, Mr. Kirk was a Professor at Columbia University
Graduate School of Business. Prior to 1987, he was Chairman of the
Financial Accounting Standards Board. Mr. Kirk is a Director of General Re
Corporation (reinsurance), and he previously served as a Director of
Valuation Research Corp. (appraisals and valuations, 1993-1995). In
addition, he serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the
National Arts Stabilization Fund, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees of
the Greenwich Hospital Association, and as a Member of the Public Oversight
Board of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants' SEC
Practice Section (1995).
*PETER S. LYNCH (52 ), Trustee (1990) is Vice Chairman and Director
of FMR (1992). Prior to May 31, 1990, he was a Director of FMR and
Executive Vice President of FMR (a position he held until March 31, 1991);
Vice President of Fidelity Magellan Fund and FMR Growth Group Leader; and
Managing Director of FMR Corp. Mr. Lynch was also Vice President of
Fidelity Investments Corporate Services (1991-1992). He is a Director of
W.R. Grace & Co. (chemicals) and Morrison Knudsen Corporation (engineering
and construction). In addition, he serves as a Trustee of Boston College,
Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary, Historic Deerfield (1989) and Society
for the Preservation of New England Antiquities, and as an Overseer of the
Museum of Fine Arts of Boston (1990).
GERALD C. McDONOUGH (66 ), Trustee, is Chairman of G.M. Management
Group (strategic advisory services). Prior to his retirement in July 1988,
he was Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Leaseway Transportation
Corp. (physical distribution services). Mr. McDonough is a Director of
ACME-Cleveland Corp. (metal working, telecommunications and electronic
products), Brush-Wellman Inc. (metal refining), York International Corp.
(air conditioning and refrigeration), Commercial Intertech Corp. (water
treatment equipment, 1992), and Associated Estates Realty Corporation (a
real estate investment trust, 1993).
EDWARD H. MALONE (71) , Trustee. Prior to his retirement in 1985, Mr.
Malone was Chairman, General Electric Investment Corporation and a Vice
President of General Electric Company. He is a Director of Allegheny Power
Systems, Inc. (electric utility), General Re Corporation (reinsurance)
and Mattel Inc. (toy manufacturer). In addition, he serves as a Trustee of
the Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts, and Rensselaer Polytechnic
Institute, and he is a member of the Advisory Boards of Butler Capital
Corporation Funds and Warburg, Pincus Partnership Funds.
MARVIN L. MANN (62), Trustee (1993) is Chairman of the Board,
President, and Chief Executive Officer of Lexmark International, Inc.
(office machines, 1991). Prior to 1991, he held the positions of Vice
President of International Business Machines Corporation ("IBM") and
President and General Manager of various IBM divisions and subsidiaries.
Mr. Mann is a Director of M.A. Hanna Company (chemicals, 1993) and Infomart
(marketing services, 1991), a Trammell Crow Co. In addition, he serves as
the Campaign Vice Chairman of the Tri-State United Way (1993) and is a
member of the University of Alabama President's Cabinet (1990).
THOMAS R. WILLIAMS (67) , Trustee, is President of The Wales Group,
Inc. (management and financial advisory services). Prior to retiring in
1987, Mr. Williams served as Chairman of the Board of First Wachovia
Corporation (bank holding company), and Chairman and Chief Executive
Officer of The First National Bank of Atlanta and First Atlanta Corporation
(bank holding company). He is currently a Director of BellSouth Corporation
(telecommunications), ConAgra, Inc. (agricultural products), Fisher
Business Systems, Inc. (computer software), Georgia Power Company (electric
utility), Gerber Alley & Associates, Inc. (computer software), National
Life Insurance Company of Vermont, American Software, Inc., and AppleSouth,
Inc. (restaurants, 1992).
FRED L. HENNING, JR. (56), Vice President, is Vice President of Fidelity's
money market (1994) and fixed-income (1995) funds and Senior Vice President
of FMR Texas Inc.
JANICE BRADBURN (44) is manager and Vice President of Ohio Municipal
Money Market, which she has managed since September 1989. Ms. Bradburn also
manages New York Municipal Money Market, Massachusetts
Municipal Money Market, Spartan Massachusetts Municipal Money
Market, Spartan Florida Municipal Money Market, and Spartan New York
Municipal Money Market. She joined Fidelity in 1989.
ARTHUR S. LORING (48) , Secretary, is Senior Vice President (1993)
and General Counsel of FMR, Vice President-Legal of FMR Corp., and Vice
President and Clerk of FDC.
KENNETH A. RATHGEBER (48) , Treasurer (1995), is Treasurer of the
Fidelity funds and is an employee of FMR (1995). Before joining FMR, Mr.
Rathgeber was a Vice President of Goldman Sachs & Co. (1978-1995), where he
served in various positions, including Vice President of Proprietary
Accounting (1988-1992), Global Co-Controller (1992-1994), and Chief
Operations Officer of Goldman Sachs (Asia) LLC (1994-1995).
THOMAS D. MAHER (50) , Assistant Vice President (1990), is Assistant
Vice President of Fidelity's money market funds and Vice President and
Associate General Counsel of FMR Texas Inc. (1990). Prior to 1990, Mr.
Maher was an employee of FMR.
JOHN H. COSTELLO (49 ), Assistant Treasurer, is an employee of FMR.
LEONARD M. RUSH (49) , Assistant Treasurer (1994), is an employee of
FMR (1994). Prior to becoming Assistant Treasurer of the Fidelity funds,
Mr. Rush was Chief Compliance Officer of FMR Corp. (1993-1994); Chief
Financial Officer of Fidelity Brokerage Services, Inc. (1990-1993); and
Vice President, Assistant Controller, and Director of the Accounting
Department - First Boston Corp. (1986-1990).
The following table sets forth information describing the compensation of
each current trustee of each fund for his or her services as trustee for
the fiscal year ended December 31, 1995.
COMPENSATION TABLE
Aggregate Compensation
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J. Gary Ralph F. Phyllis Richard Edward C. E. Donald Peter S. Gerald C. Edward Marvin L. Thomas
Burkhead** Cox Burke J. Flynn Johnson 3d** Bradley J. Kirk Lynch** McDonough H. Mann R.
Davis Jones Malone Williams
Michigan $ 0 $ 94 $ 92 $ 118 $ 0 $ 94 $ 97 $ 0 $ 94 $ 94 $ 94 $ 92
Money
Market
Ohio
Money 0 125 122 156 0 125 128 0 125 125 125 122
Market
Michigan 0 193 189 242 0 193 199 0 194 193 193 189
Muni Income
Minnesota 0 123 120 154 0 123 127 0 123 123 123 120
Muni Income
Ohio
Muni 0 157 153 197 0 157 161 0 157 157 157 153
Income
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Trustees Pension or Estimated Total
Retirement Annual Benefits Compensation
Benefits Accrued Upon Retirement from the Fund
as Part of Fund from the Fund Complex*
Expenses from the Complex*
Fund Complex*
J. Gary Burkhead** $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Ralph F. Cox 5,200 52,000 $ 128,000
Phyllis Burke Davis 5,200 52,000 125,000
Richard J. Flynn 0 52,000 160,500
Edward C. Johnson 3d** 0 0 0
E. Bradley Jones 5,200 49,400 128,000
Donald J. Kirk 5,200 52,000 129,500
Peter S. Lynch** 0 0 0
Gerald C. McDonough 5,200 52,000 128,000
Edward H. Malone 5,200 44,200 128,000
Marvin L. Mann 5,200 52,000 128,000
Thomas R. Williams 5,200 52,000 125,000
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* Information is as December 31, 1995 for 219 funds in the complex.
** Interested trustees of the fund are compensated by FMR.
The non-interested Trustees may elect to defer receipt of all or a
percentage of their annual fees in accordance with the terms of a Deferred
Compensation Plan (the "Plan"). Under the Plan, compensation deferred by a
Trustee is periodically adjusted as though an equivalent amount had been
invested and reinvested in shares of one or more funds in the complex
designated by such Trustee (designated securities). The amount paid to the
Trustee under the Plan will be determined based upon the performance of
such investments. Deferral of Trustees' fees in accordance with the Plan
will have a negligible effect on a fund's assets, liabilities, and net
income per share, and will not obligate the fund to retain the services of
any Trustee or to pay any particular level of compensation to the Trustee.
Each fund may invest in such designated securities without shareholder
approval.
Under a retirement program adopted in July 1988, the non-interested
Trustees, upon reaching age 72, become eligible to participate in a
retirement program under which they receive payments during their lifetime
from a fund based on their basic trustee fees and length of service. The
obligation of a fund to make such payments is not secured or funded.
Trustees become eligible if, at the time of retirement, they have served on
the Board for at least five years. Currently, Messrs. Ralph S. Saul,
William R. Spaulding, Bertram H. Witham, and David L. Yunich, all former
non-interested Trustees, receive retirement benefits under the program.
On December 31, 1995, the Trustees and officers of each fund owned, in the
aggregate, less than 1 % of each fund's total outstanding shares.
MANAGEMENT CONTRACTS
Each fund employs FMR to furnish investment advisory and other services.
Under its management contract with each fund, FMR acts as investment
adviser and, subject to the supervision of the Board of Trustees, directs
the investments of each fund in accordance with its investment objective,
policies, and limitations. FMR also provides each fund with all necessary
office facilities and personnel for servicing each fund's investments,
compensates all officers of each fund and all Trustees who are "interested
persons" of the trusts or of FMR, and all personnel of each fund or FMR
performing services relating to research, statistical, and investment
activities.
In addition, FMR or its affiliates, subject to the supervision of the Board
of Trustees, provide the management and administrative services necessary
for the operation of each fund. These services include providing facilities
for maintaining each fund's organization; supervising relations with
custodians, transfer and pricing agents, accountants, underwriters, and
other persons dealing with each fund; preparing all general shareholder
communications and conducting shareholder relations; maintaining each
fund's records and the registration of each fund's shares under federal and
state laws; developing management and shareholder services for each fund;
and furnishing reports, evaluations, and analyses on a variety of subjects
to the Trustees.
In addition to the management fee payable to FMR and the fees payable to
UMB, each fund pays all of its expenses, without limitation, that are not
assumed by those parties. Each fund pays for the typesetting, printing, and
mailing of its proxy materials to shareholders, legal expenses, and the
fees of the custodian, auditor and non-interested Trustees. Although each
fund's current management contract provides that each fund will pay for
typesetting, printing, and mailing prospectuses, statements of additional
information, notices, and reports to shareholders, the trust, on behalf of
each fund has entered into a revised transfer agent agreement with UMB,
pursuant to which UMB bears the costs of providing these services to
existing shareholders. Other expenses paid by each fund include interest,
taxes, brokerage commissions, and each fund's proportionate share of
insurance premiums and Investment Company Institute dues. Each fund is also
liable for such non-recurring expenses as may arise, including costs of any
litigation to which each fund may be a party, and any obligation it may
have to indemnify its officers and Trustees with respect to litigation.
FMR is each money market fund's manager pursuant to management contracts
dated February 28, 1992, which were approved by Fidelity Municipal Trust as
sole shareholder of each fund on February 28, 1992, in conjunction with an
Agreement and Plan to convert each fund from a series of a Massachusetts
business trust to a series of a Delaware business trust. The Agreement and
Plan of Conversion was approved by shareholders on December 11, 1991. The
contracts are identical to the funds' prior contracts with FMR, which were
approved by shareholders on September 19, 1990. FMR is each bond fund's
manager pursuant to management contracts which were approved by
shareholders on December 15, 1993.
For the services of FMR under the contract, each fund pays FMR a monthly
management fee composed of the sum of two elements: a group fee rate and an
individual fund fee rate.
The group fee rate is based on the monthly average net assets of all of the
registered investment companies with which FMR has management contracts and
is calculated on a cumulative basis pursuant to the graduated fee rate
schedule shown on page on the left. The schedule on page on
the right shows the effective annual group fee rate at various asset
levels, which is the result of cumulatively applying the annualized rates
on the left. For example, the effective annual fee rate at $ 366
billion of group net assets - the approximate level for December 1995 -
was .1482 %, which is the weighted average of the respective fee
rates for each level of group net assets up to $ 366 billion.
GROUP FEE RATE SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE ANNUAL FEE RATES
Average Group Annualized Group Net Effective Annual
Assets Rate Assets Fee Rate
0 - $3 billion .3700% $ 0.5 billion .3700%
3 - 6 .3400 25 .2664
6 - 9 .3100 50 .2188
9 - 12 .2800 75 .1986
12 - 15 .2500 100 .1869
15 - 18 .2200 125 .1793
18 - 21 .2000 150 .1736
21 - 24 .1900 175 .1695
24 - 30 .1800 200 .1658
30 - 36 .1750 225 .1629
36 - 42 .1700 250 .1604
42 - 48 .1650 275 .1583
48 - 66 .1600 300 .1565
66 - 84 .1550 325 .1548
84 - 120 .1500 350 .1533
120 - 174 .1450 400 .1507
174 - 228 .1400
228 - 282 .1375
282 - 336 .1350
Over 336 .1325
Under each money market fund's current management contract with FMR, the
group fee rate is based on a schedule with breakpoints ending at .1500% for
average group assets in excess of $84 billion. The group fee rate
breakpoints shown above for average group assets in excess of $120 billion
and under $228 billion were voluntarily adopted by FMR on January 1, 1992.
The additional breakpoints shown above for average group assets in excess
of $228 billion were voluntarily adopted by FMR on November 1, 1993.
Under each bond fund's current management contract with FMR, the group fee
rate is based on a schedule with breakpoints ending at .1400% for average
group assets in excess of $174 billion. Prior to January 1, 1994, the group
fee rate breakpoints shown above for average group assets in excess of $120
billion and under $228 billion were voluntarily adopted by FMR, and went
into effect on January 1, 1992. The additional breakpoints shown above for
average group assets in excess of $228 billion were voluntarily adopted by
FMR on November 1, 1993.
On August 1, 1994, FMR voluntarily revised the prior extensions to the
group fee rate schedule, and added new breakpoints for average group
assets in excess of $156 billion and under $372 billion as shown in the
schedule below. The revised group fee rate schedule was identical to the
above schedule for average group assets under $156 billion.
GROUP FEE RATE SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE ANNUAL FEE RATES
Average Group Annualized Group Net Effective Annual
Assets Rate Assets Fee Rate
120 - $156 billion .1450% $ 150 billion .1736%
156 - 192 .1400 175 .1690
192 - 228 .1350 200 .1652
228 - 264 .1300 225 .1618
264 - 300 .1275 250 .1587
300 - 336 .1250 275 .1560
336 - 372 .1225 300 .1536
Over 372 .1200 325 .1514
350 .1494
375 .1476
400 .1459
On January 1 , 1996, FMR voluntarily added new breakpoints to the revised
schedule for average group assets in excess of $372 billion, pending
shareholder approval of a new management contract reflecting the revised
schedule and additional breakpoints. The revised group fee rate schedule
and its extensions provide for lower management fee rates as FMR's assets
under management increase. For average group assets in excess of $156
billion, the revised group fee rate schedule with additional breakpoints
voluntarily adopted by FMR is as follows:
GROUP FEE RATE SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE ANNUAL FEE RATES
Average Group Annualized Group Net Effective Annual
Assets Rate Assets Fee Rate
120 - $156 billion .1450% $ 150 billion .1736%
156 - 192 .1400 175 .1690
192 - 228 .1350 200 .1652
228 - 264 .1300 225 .1618
264 - 300 .1275 250 .1587
300 - 336 .1250 275 .1560
336 - 372 .1225 300 .1536
372 - 408 .1200 325 .1514
408 - 444 .1175 350 .1494
444 - 480 .1150 375 .1476
480 - 516 .1125 400 .1459
Over 516 .1100 425 .1443
450 .1427
475 .1413
500 .1399
525 .1385
550 .1372
Each fund's individual fund fee rate is .25%. Based on the average group
net assets of the funds advised by FMR for December 19 95, the annual
management fee rate would be calculated as follows:
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Group Fee Rate Individual Fund Fee Rate Management Fee Rate
.1482 % + .25 % = .3982 %
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One-twelfth of this annual management fee rate is applied to each fund's
net assets averaged for the most recent month, giving a dollar amount,
which is the fee for that month.
The table below shows the management fees paid to FMR by each fund for the
last three fiscal years:
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MICHIGAN MONEY MARKET Management Fees as a
Years Ended December 31 Management Fees % of Average Net Assets
1995 $ 881,070 .4017%
1994 803,963 .4082
1993 670,133 * .4155
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* Michigan Money Market was in reimbursement for a portion of 1993.
During that time the fund was reimbursed $3,437.
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OHIO MONEY MARKET Management Fees as a
Years Ended December 31 Management Fees % of Average Net Assets
1995 $ 1,153,092 .4018%
1994 1,161,251 .4078
1993 1,015,231 .4154
MICHIGAN MUNICIPAL INCOME Management Fees as a
Years Ended December 31 Management Fees % of Average Net Assets
1995 $ 1,902,956 .4016%
1994 2,071,121 .4090
1993 2,196,049 .4152
MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL INCOME Management Fees as a
Years Ended December 31 Management Fees % of Average Net Assets
1995 $ 1,215,788 .4017%
1994 1,277,538 .4089
1993 1,328,626 .4152
OHIO MUNICIPAL INCOME Management Fees as a
Years Ended December 31 Management Fees % of Average Net Assets
1995 $ 1,547,084 .4016%
1994 1,643,714 .4090
1993 1,801,750 .4076
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FMR may, from time to time, voluntarily reimburse all or a portion of each
fund's operating expenses (exclusive of interest, taxes, brokerage
commissions, and extraordinary expenses). FMR retains the ability to be
repaid for these expense reimbursements in the amount that expenses fall
below the limit prior to the end of the fiscal year. Expense reimbursements
by FMR will increase each fund's total returns and repayment of the
reimbursement by each fund will lower its total returns and yield.
SUB-ADVISER. On behalf of the money market funds, FMR has entered into a
sub-advisory agreement with FTX pursuant to which FTX has primary
responsibility for providing portfolio investment management services to
each fund.
Under the sub-advisory agreements, dated February 28, 1992, which were
approved by Fidelity Municipal Trust as the sole shareholder of each
fund on February 28, 1992, FMR pays FTX fees equal to 50% of the management
fee payable to FMR under its management contract with each money market
fund. The fees paid to FTX are not reduced by any voluntary or mandatory
expense reimbursements that may be in effect from time to time. The
following table shows fees FMR paid to FTX on behalf of each money market
fund:
FEES PAID TO FTX
1995 1994 1993
Michigan Money Market $ 440,535 $ 392,312 $ 335,067
Ohio Money Market 576,546 535,819 507,616
DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICE PLANS
The Trustees have approved Distribution and Service Plans on behalf of the
funds (the Plans) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act
of 1940 (the Rule). The Rule provides in substance that a mutual fund may
not engage directly or indirectly in financing any activity that is
primarily intended to result in the sale of shares of a fund except
pursuant to a plan approved on behalf of the fund under the Rule. The
Plans, as approved by the Trustees, allow the funds and FMR to incur
certain expenses that might be considered to constitute indirect payment by
the funds of distribution expenses.
Under each Plan, if the payment of management fees by the funds to FMR is
deemed to be indirect financing by the funds of the distribution of their
shares, such payment is authorized by the Plans. Each Plan also
specifically recognizes that FMR, either directly or through FDC, may use
its management fee revenue, past profits, or other resources, without
limitation, to pay promotional and administrative expenses in connection
with the offer and sale of shares of each fund. In addition, each Plan
provides that FMR may use its resources, including its management fee
revenues, to make payments to third parties that assist in selling shares
of each fund, or to third parties, including banks, that render shareholder
support services.
Under the Plans, payments made by FMR to third parties during the fiscal
years ended 1995 , 1994 and 199 3 amounted to the following:
Third Party Payments
1995 1994 1993
Michigan Money Market $ 24,760 $ 19,339 $ 20,701
Ohio Money Market $ 67,010 $ 89,613 $ 101,895
Michigan Muni Income $ 28,504 $ 31,879 $ 28,862
Minnesota Muni Income $ 33,964 $ 28,477 $ 36,021
Ohio Muni Income $ 3,233 $ 3,073 $ 2,753
Prior to approving each Plan, the Trustees carefully considered all
pertinent factors relating to the implementation of the Plan , and have
determined that there is a reasonable likelihood that the Plan will benefit
the fund and its shareholders. In particular, the Trustees noted that the
Plans do not authorize payments by a fund other than those made to FMR
under its management contract with the fund. To the extent that each Plan
gives FMR and FDC greater flexibility in connection with the distribution
of shares of each fund, additional sales of fund shares may result.
Furthermore, certain shareholder support services may be provided more
effectively under the Plans by local entities with whom shareholders have
other relationships.
The Plans for the money market funds were approved by FM R as sole
shareholder of each fund on February 28, 1992 , pursuant to an
Agreement and Plan of Conversion approved by public shareholders of each
fund on December 11, 1991. The Plans for the bond funds were approved by
shareholders of each fund at a special meeting of shareholders on December
30, 1986.
The Glass-Steagall Act generally prohibits federally and state chartered or
supervised banks from engaging in the business of underwriting, selling, or
distributing securities. Although the scope of this prohibition under the
Glass-Steagall Act has not been clearly defined by the courts or
appropriate regulatory agencies, FDC believes that the Glass-Steagall Act
should not preclude a bank from performing shareholder support services, or
servicing and recordkeeping functions. FDC intends to engage banks only to
perform such functions. However, changes in federal or state statutes and
regulations pertaining to the permissible activities of banks and their
affiliates or subsidiaries, as well as further judicial or administrative
decisions or interpretations, could prevent a bank from continuing to
perform all or a part of the contemplated services. If a bank were
prohibited from so acting, the Trustees would consider what actions, if
any, would be necessary to continue to provide efficient and effective
shareholder services. In such event, changes in the operation of the funds
might occur, including possible termination of any automatic investment or
redemption or other services then provided by the bank. It is not expected
that shareholders would suffer any adverse financial consequences as a
result of any of these occurrences. In addition, state securities laws on
this issue may differ from the interpretations of federal law expressed
herein, and banks and financial institutions may be required to register as
dealers pursuant to state law.
Each fund may execute portfolio transactions with, and purchase securities
issued by, depository institutions that receive payments under the Plans.
No preference for the instruments of such depository institutions will be
shown in the selection of investments.
C ONTRACTS WITH FMR AFFILIATE S
UMB Bank, n.a. (UMB) is each fund's custodian and transfer agent.
UMB has entered into sub-contracts with FSC, an affiliate of FMR, under the
terms of which FSC performs the processing activities associated with
providing transfer agent and shareholder servicing functions for each fund.
Under the sub-contracts, FSC bears the expense of typesetting, printing,
and mailing prospectuses, statements of additional information, and all
other reports, notices, and statements to shareholders, with the exception
of proxy statements. FSC also pays all out-of-pocket expenses associated
with transfer agent services.
Under this arrangement, FSC receives annual account fees and asset-based
fees for each retail account and certain institutional accounts based on
account size. With respect to certain institutional retirement accounts,
FSC receives asset-based fees only. With respect to certain other
institutional retirement accounts, FSC receives annual account fees and
asset based fees based on fund type. In addition, these fees are subject to
increase based on postal rate changes. FSC collects small account fees from
certain accounts with balances of less than $2,500.
UMB ha s an additional sub-contract with FSC, pursuant to which FSC
performs the calculations necessary to determine each fund's net asset
value per share and dividends and maintains each fund's accounting records.
The annual fee rates for these pricing and bookkeeping services are based
on each fund's average net assets, and are presented in the table below.
Pricing and Bookkeeping Annual Fee Rates
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Pricing and bookkeeping fees, including reimbursement for out-of-pocket
expenses, paid to FSC for fiscal 1995, 1994, and 1993 are indicated in the
table below.
Pricing and Bookkeeping Fees
1995 1994 1993
Michigan Money Market $ 45,937 $ 40,958 $ 33,742
Ohio Money Market 58,019 60,657 53,555
Michigan Muni Income 202,658 216,724 230,745
Minnesota Muni Income 129,874 135,450 126,835
Ohio Muni Income 164,613 178,407 176,640
The pricing and bookkeeping fees described above are paid to FSC by
UMB, which is entitled to reimbursement from the funds for these expenses.
For the money market funds, FSC has entered into an agreement with Fidelity
Brokerage Services, Inc. (FBSI), a subsidiary of FMR Corp., pursuant to
which FBSI performs certain recordkeeping, communication, and other
services for money market fund shareholders participating in the Fidelity
Ultra Service Account program. FBSI directly charges a monthly
administrative fee to each Ultra Service Account client that chooses
certain additional feature which is in addition to the transfer agency fee
received by FSC.
Each fund has a distribution agreement with FDC, a Massachusetts
corporation organized on July 18, 1960. FDC is a broker-dealer registered
under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and is a member of the National
Association of Securities Dealers, Inc. The distribution agreement calls
for FDC to use all reasonable efforts, consistent with its other business,
to secure purchasers for shares of each fund, which are continuously
offered at net asset value. Promotional and administrative expenses in
connection with the offer and sale of shares are paid by FMR.
DESCRIPTION OF THE TRUSTS
TRUSTS' ORGANIZATION. Fidelity Michigan Municipal Income Fund ,
Fidelity Minnesota Municipal Income Fund , and Fidelity Ohio
Municipal Income Fund are funds (series) of Fidelity Municipal Trust
(the Massachusetts trust), which is an open-end management
investment company originally organized as a Maryland corporation on
November 22, 1976 and was reorganized as a Massachusetts business trust, at
which time its name changed from Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund, Inc. to
Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund. On March 1, 1986, the trust's name was
changed to Fidelity Municipal Trust to reflect the multiple funds within
the trust. Currently, there are seven funds of the trust: Fidelity
Municipal Bond Fund, Fidelity Aggressive Municipal Fund, Fidelity
Insured Municipal Income Fund, Fidelity Ohio Municipal Income
Fund, Fidelity Michigan Municipal Income Fund, Fidelity
Minnesota Municipal Income Fund, and Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal
High Yield Fund. The Declaration of Trust permits the Trustees to
create additional funds.
Fidelity Michigan Municipal Money Market Fund and Fidelity Ohio
Municipal Money Market Fund are funds (series) of Fidelity Municipal
Trust II (the Delaware trust) an open-end management investment company
organized as a Delaware business trust on June 20, 1991. The funds
acquired all of the assets of Fidelity Ohio Municipal Money Market Fund and
Fidelity Michigan Municipal Money Market Fund, respectively, of Fidelity
Municipal Trust on February 28, 1992. Currently there are three funds of
Fidelity Municipal Trust II: Fidelity Ohio Municipal Money Market Fund,
Fidelity Michigan Municipal Money Market Fund, and Spartan Pennsylvania
Municipal Money Market Fund. The Trust Instrument permits the Trustees to
create additional funds.
In the event that FMR ceases to be investment adviser to a trust or any of
its funds, the right of the trust or the fund to use the identifying names
"Fidelity" may be withdrawn. There is a remote possibility that one fund
might become liable for any misstatement in its prospectus or statement of
additional information about another fund.
The assets of each trust received for the issue or sale of shares of each
of its funds and all income, earnings, profits, and proceeds thereof,
subject only to the rights of creditors, are especially allocated to such
fund, and constitute the underlying assets of such fund. The underlying
assets of each fund are segregated on the books of account, and are to be
charged with the liabilities with respect to such fund and with a share of
the general expenses of their respective trusts. Expenses with respect to
the trusts are to be allocated in proportion to the asset value of their
respective funds, except where allocations of direct expense can otherwise
be fairly made. The officers of the trusts, subject to the general
supervision of the Boards of Trustees, have the power to determine which
expenses are allocable to a given fund, or which are general or allocable
to all of the funds of a certain trust. In the event of the dissolution or
liquidation of a trust, shareholders of each fund of that trust are
entitled to receive as a class the underlying assets of such fund available
for distribution.
SHAREHOLDER AND TRUSTEE LIABILITY - MASSACHUSETTS TRUST. The Massachusetts
trust is an entity of the type commonly known as "Massachusetts business
trust." Under Massachusetts law, shareholders of such a trust may, under
certain circumstances, be held personally liable for the obligations of the
trust. The Declaration of Trust provides that the Massachusetts trust shall
not have any claim against shareholders except for the payment of the
purchase price of shares and requires that each agreement, obligation, or
instrument entered into or executed by the Massachusetts trust or its
Trustees shall include a provision limiting the obligations created thereby
to the Massachusetts trust and its assets. The Declaration of Trust
provides for indemnification out of each fund's property of any
shareholders held personally liable for the obligations of the fund. The
Declaration of Trust also provides that each fund shall, upon request,
assume the defense of any claim made against any shareholder for any act or
obligation of the fund and satisfy any judgment thereon. Thus, the risk of
a shareholder incurring financial loss on account of shareholder liability
is limited to circumstances in which the fund itself would be unable to
meet its obligations. FMR believes that, in view of the above, the risk of
personal liability to shareholders is remote.
The Declaration of Trust further provides that the Trustees, if they have
exercised reasonable care, will not be liable for any neglect or
wrongdoing, but nothing in the Declaration of Trust protects Trustees
against any liability to which they would otherwise be subject by reason of
willful misfeasance, bad faith, gross negligence, or reckless disregard of
the duties involved in the conduct of their office.
SHAREHOLDER AND TRUSTEE LIABILITY - DELAWARE TRUST. The Delaware trust is a
business trust organized under Delaware law. Delaware law provides that
shareholders shall be entitled to the same limitations of personal
liability extended to stockholders of private corporations for profit. The
courts of some states, however, may decline to apply Delaware law on this
point. The Trust Instrument contains an express disclaimer of shareholder
liability for the debts, liabilities, obligations, and expenses of the
Delaware trust and requires that a disclaimer be given in each contract
entered into or executed by the Delaware trust or its Trustees. The Trust
Instrument provides for indemnification out of each fund's property of any
shareholder or former shareholder held personally liable for the
obligations of the fund. The Trust Instrument also provides that each fund
shall, upon request, assume the defense of any claim made against any
shareholder for any act or obligation of the fund and satisfy any judgment
thereon. Thus, the risk of a shareholder incurring financial loss on
account of shareholder liability is limited to circumstances in which
Delaware law does not apply, no contractual limitation of liability was in
effect, and the fund is unable to meet its obligations. FMR believes that,
in view of the above, the risk of personal liability to shareholders is
extremely remote.
The Trust Instrument further provides that the Trustees shall not be
personally liable to any person other than the Delaware trust or its
shareholders; moreover, the Trustees shall not be liable for any conduct
whatsoever, provided that Trustees are not protected against any liability
to which they would otherwise be subject by reason of willful misfeasance,
bad faith, gross negligence, or reckless disregard of the duties involved
in the conduct of their office.
VOTING RIGHTS - BOTH TRUSTS. Each fund's capital consists of shares of
beneficial interest. As a shareholder of the Massachusetts business trust,
you receive one vote for each dollar value of net asset value you own. The
shares have no preemptive or conversion rights; voting and dividend rights,
the right of redemption, and the privilege of exchange are described in the
Prospectus. Shares are fully paid and nonassessable, except as set forth
under the respective "Shareholder and Trustee Liability" headings above.
Shareholders representing 10% or more of a trust or one of its funds may,
as set forth in the Declaration of Trust or Trust Instrument, call meetings
of the trust or fund for any purpose related to the trust or fund, as the
case may be, including, in the case of a meeting of an entire trust, the
purpose on voting on removal of one or more Trustees.
A trust or any fund may be terminated upon the sale of its assets to (or,
in the case of the Delaware trust and its funds, merger with) another
open-end management investment company or series thereof, or upon
liquidation and distribution of its assets. Generally such terminations
must be approved by vote of the holders of a majority of (money market
funds: the outstanding shares o f ) the trust or the fund as
determined by the current value of each shareholder's investment in the
fund or trust; however, the Trustees of the Delaware trust may, without
prior shareholder approval, change the form of the organization of the
Delaware trust by merger, consolidation, or incorporation. If not so
terminated or reorganized, the trusts and their funds will continue
indefinitely.
Under the Trust Instrument, the Trustees may, without shareholder vote,
cause the Delaware trust to merge or consolidate into one or more trusts,
partnerships, or corporations, so long as the surviving entity is an
open-end management investment company that will succeed to or assume the
Delaware trust registration statement, or cause the Delaware trust to be
incorporated under Delaware law. Each fund of the Delaware trust may also
invest all of its assets in another investment company.
CUSTODIAN. UMB Bank, n.a. 1010 Grand Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri,
is custodian of the assets of the funds. The custodian is responsible for
the safekeeping of a fund's assets and the appointment of the subcustodian
banks and clearing agencies. The custodian takes no part in determining the
investment policies of a fund or in deciding which securities are purchased
or sold by a fund. However, a fund may invest in obligations of the
custodian and may purchase securities from or sell securities to the
custodian. The Bank of New York and Chemical Bank, each headquartered in
New York, also may serve as a special purpose custodian of certain assets
in connection with pooled repurchase agreement transactions.
FMR, its officers and directors, its affiliated companies, and the Board of
Trustees may, from time to time, conduct transactions with various banks,
including banks serving as custodians for certain funds advised by FMR.
Transactions that have occurred to date include mortgages and personal and
general business loans. In the judgment of FMR, the terms and conditions of
those transactions were not influenced by existing or potential custodial
or other fund relationships.
AUDITOR: Coopers & Lybrand L.L.P. One Post Office Square, Boston,
Massachusetts (bond funds) and 1999 Bryan Street, Dallas, Texas (money
market funds), serves as the trusts' independent accountant. The auditor
examines financial statements for the funds and provides other audit, tax,
and related services.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Each fund's financial statements and financial highlights for the fiscal
year ended December 31, 1995 are included in the fund's Annual Report,
which is a separate report supplied with this Statement of Additional
Information. Each fund's financial statements and financial highlights are
incorporated herein by reference.
APPENDIX
DOLLAR-WEIGHTED AVERAGE MATURITY is derived by multiplying the value of
each investment by the number of days remaining to its maturity, adding
these calculations, and then dividing the total by the value of the fund's
portfolio. An obligation's maturity is typically determined on a stated
final maturity basis, although there are some exceptions to this rule.
For example, if its is probable that the issuer of an instrument will take
advantage of a maturity-shortening device, such as a call, refunding, or
redemption provision, the date on which the instrument will probably be
called, refunded, or redeemed may be considered to be its maturity date.
When a municipal bond issuer has committed to call an issue of bonds and
has established an independent escrow account that is sufficient to, and is
pledged to, refund that issue, the number of days to maturity for the
prerefunded bond is considered to be the number of days to the announced
call date of the bonds.
DESCRIPTION OF MOODY'S INVESTORS SERVICE, INC.'S RATINGS OF STATE AND
MUNICIPAL NOTES:
Moody's ratings for state and municipal and other short-term obligations
will be designated Moody's Investment Grade (MIG, or VMIG for variable rate
obligations). This distinction is in recognition of the difference between
short-term credit risk and long-term credit risk. Factors affecting the
liquidity of the borrower and short-term cyclical elements are critical in
short-term ratings, while other factors of major importance in bond risk,
long-term secular trends for example, may be less important in the short
run. Symbols used will be as follows:
MIG-1/VMIG-1 - This designation denotes best quality. There is present
strong protection by established cash flows, superior liquidity support, or
demonstrated broad-based access to the market for refinancing.
MIG-2/VMIG-2 - This designation denotes high quality. Margins of protection
are ample although not so large as in the preceding group.
MIG-3/VMIG-3 - This designation denotes favorable quality. All security
elements are accounted for, but there is lacking the undeniable strength of
the preceding grades. Liquidity and cash flow protection may be narrow and
market access for refinancing is likely to be less well established.
MIG-4/VMIG-4 - This designation denotes adequate quality. Protection
commonly regarded as required of an investment security is present and,
although not distinctly or predominantly speculative, there is specific
risk.
DESCRIPTION OF STANDARD & POOR'S RATINGS OF STATE AND MUNICIPAL NOTES:
SP-1 - Strong capacity to pay principal and interest. An issue determined
to possess a very strong capacity to pay debt service is given a plus (+)
designation.
SP-2 - Satisfactory capacity to pay principal and interest, with some
vulnerability to adverse financial and economic changes over the term of
the notes.
SP-3 - Speculative capacity to pay principal and interest.
DESCRIPTION OF MOODY'S INVESTORS SERVICE, INC.'S MUNICIPAL BOND RATINGS:
AAA - Bonds which are rated Aaa are judged to be of the best quality. They
carry the smallest degree of investment risk and are generally referred to
as "gilt edged." Interest payments are protected by a large or by an
exceptionally stable margin and principal is secure. While the various
protective elements are likely to change, such changes as can be visualized
are most unlikely to impair the fundamentally strong position of such
issues.
AA - Bonds which are rated Aa are judged to be of high quality by all
standards. Together with the Aaa group they comprise what are generally
known as high-grade bonds. They are rated lower than the best bonds because
margins of protection may not be as large as in Aaa securities or
fluctuation of protective elements may be of greater amplitude or there may
be other elements present which make the long-term risks appear somewhat
larger than the Aaa securities.
A - Bonds which are rated A possess many favorable investment attributes
and are to be considered as upper-medium-grade obligations. Factors giving
security to principal and interest are considered adequate but elements may
be present which suggest a susceptibility to impairment sometime in the
future.
BAA - Bonds which are rated Baa are considered as medium-grade obligations,
(i.e., they are neither highly protected nor poorly secured). Interest
payments and principal security appear adequate for the present but certain
protective elements may be lacking or may be characteristically unreliable
over any great length of time. Such bonds lack outstanding investment
characteristics and in fact have speculative characteristics as well.
BA - Bonds which are rated Ba are judged to have speculative elements;
their future cannot be considered as well assured. Often the protection of
interest and principal payments may be very moderate and thereby not well
safeguarded during both good and bad times over the future. Uncertainty of
position characterizes bonds in this class.
B - Bonds which are rated B generally lack characteristics of the desirable
investment. Assurance of interest and principal payments or of maintenance
of other terms of the contract over any long period of time may be small.
CAA - Bonds which are rated Caa are of poor standing. Such issues may be in
default or there may be present elements of danger with respect to
principal or interest.
CA - Bonds which are rated Ca represent obligations which are speculative
in a high degree. Such issues are often in default or have other marked
short-comings.
C - Bonds which are rated C are the lowest-rated class of bonds and issues
so rated can be regarded as having extremely poor prospects of ever
attaining any real investment standing.
There are nine basic rating categories for long-term obligations. They
range from AAA (highest quality) to C (lowest quality). Those bonds within
the AA, A, BAA, BA and B categories that Moody's believes possess the
strongest credit attributes within those categories are designated by the
symbols AA1, A1, BAA1, BA1 and B1.
DESCRIPTION OF STANDARD & POOR'S MUNICIPAL BOND RATINGS:
AAA - Debt rated AAA has the highest rating assigned by Standard & Poor's
to a debt obligation. Capacity to pay interest and repay principal is
extremely strong.
AA - Debt rated AA has a very strong capacity to pay interest and repay
principal and differs from the higher-rated issues only in small degree.
A - Debt rated A has a strong capacity to pay interest and repay principal,
although it is somewhat more susceptible to the adverse effects of changes
in circumstances and economic conditions than debt in higher rated
categories.
BBB - Debt rated BBB is regarded as having an adequate capacity to pay
interest and repay principal. Whereas it normally exhibits adequate
protection parameters, adverse economic conditions or changing
circumstances are more likely to lead to a weakened capacity to pay
interest and repay principal for debt in this category than in higher-rated
categories.
BB - Debt rate BB has less near-term vulnerability to default than other
speculative issues. However, it faces major ongoing uncertainties or
exposure to adverse business, financial, or economic conditions which could
lead to inadequate capacity to meet timely interest and principal payments.
The BB rating category is also used for debt subordinated to senior debt
that is assigned an actual or implied BBB- rating.
B - Debt rated B has a greater vulnerability to default but currently has
the capacity to meet interest payments and principal repayments. Adverse
business, financial, or economic conditions will likely impair capacity or
willingness to pay interest and repay principal. The B rating category is
also used for debt subordinated to senior debt that is assigned an actual
or implied BB or BB- rating.
CCC - Debt rated CCC has a currently identifiable vulnerability to default,
and is dependent upon favorable business, financial, and economic
conditions to meet timely payment of interest and repayment of principal.
In the event of adverse business, financial, or economic conditions, it is
not likely to have the capacity to pay interest and repay principal. The
CCC rating category is also used for debt subordinated to senior debt that
is assigned an actual or implied B or B- rating.
CC - Debt rated CC is typically applied to debt subordinated to senior debt
which is assigned an actual or implied CCC debt rating.
C - The rating C is typically applied to debt subordinated to senior debt
which is assigned an actual or implied CCC- debt rating. The C rating may
be used to cover a situation where a bankruptcy petition has been filed but
debt service payments are continued.
CI - The rating CI is reserved for income bonds on which no interest is
being paid.
D - Debt rated D is in payment default. The D rating category is used when
interest payments or principal payments are not made on the date due even
if the applicable grace period has not expired, unless S&P believes that
such payments will be made during such grace period. The D rating will also
be used upon the filing of a bankruptcy petition if debt service payments
are jeopardized.
The ratings from AA to CCC may be modified by the addition of a plus or
minus to show relative standing within the major rating categories.
FIDELITY MUNICIPAL TRUST
PART C - OTHER INFORMATION
Item 24. Financial Statements and Exhibits
(a) 1. Financial Statements and Financial Highlights included in the
Annual Report, for Fidelity Aggressive Municipal Fund (formerly known as
Fidelity Aggressive Tax-Free Portfolio) for the fiscal year ended December
31, 1995 are incorporated by reference into the fund's Statement of
Additional Information and were filed on February 12, 1996 for Fidelity
Municipal Trust (File No. 811-2720) pursuant to Rule 30d-1 under the
Investment Company Act of 1940 and are incorporated herein by reference.
(a) 2. Financial Statements and Financial Highlights included in the
Annual Report, for Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund (formerly known as Fidelity
Municipal Bond Portfolio) for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1995 are
incorporated by reference into the fund's Statement of Additional
Information and were filed on February 12, 1996 for Fidelity Municipal
Trust (File No. 811-2720) pursuant to Rule 30d-1 under the Investment
Company Act of 1940 and are incorporated herein by reference.
(a) 3. Financial Statements and Financial Highlights included in the
Annual Report, for Fidelity Insured Municipal Income Fund (formerly known
as Fidelity Insured Tax-Free Portfolio) for the fiscal year ended December
31, 1995 are incorporated by reference into the fund's Statement of
Additional Information and were filed on February 12, 1996 for Fidelity
Municipal Trust (File No. 811-2720) pursuant to Rule 30d-1 under the
Investment Company Act of 1940 and are incorporated herein by reference.
(a) 4. Financial Statements and Financial Highlights included in the
Annual Report, for Fidelity Ohio Municipal Income Fund (formerly known as
Fidelity Ohio Tax-Free High Yield Portfolio) for the fiscal year ended
December 31, 1995 are incorporated by reference into the fund's Statement
of Additional Information and were filed on February 12, 1996 for Fidelity
Municipal Trust (File No. 811-2720) pursuant to Rule 30d-1 under the
Investment Company Act of 1940 and are incorporated herein by reference.
(a) 5. Financial Statements and Financial Highlights included in the
Annual Report, for Fidelity Ohio Municipal Money Market Fund (formerly
known as Fidelity Ohio Tax-Free Money Market Porrtfolio) for the fiscal
year ended December 31, 1995 are incorporated by reference into the fund's
Statement of Additional Information and were filed on February 12, 1996 for
Fidelity Municipal Trust II (File No. 811-6454) pursuant to Rule 30d-1
under the Investment Company Act of 1940 and are incorporated herein by
reference.
(a) 6. Financial Statements and Financial Highlights included in the
Annual Report, for Fidelity Michigan Municipal Income Fund (formerly known
as Fidelity Michigan Tax-Free High Yield Portfolio) for the fiscal year
ended December 31, 1995 are incorporated by reference into the fund's
Statement of Additional Information and were filed on February 12, 1996 for
Fidelity Municipal Trust (File No. 811-2720) pursuant to Rule 30d-1 under
the Investment Company Act of 1940 and are incorporated herein by
reference.
(a) 7. Financial Statements and Financial Highlights included in the
Annual Report, for Fidelity Michigan Municipal Money Market Fund (formerly
known as Fidelity Michigan Tax-Free Money Market Portfolio) for the fiscal
year ended December 31, 1995 are incorporated by reference into the fund's
Statement of Additional Information and were filed on February 12, 1996 for
Fidelity Municipal II Trust (File No. 811-6454) pursuant to Rule 30d-1
under the Investment Company Act of 1940 and are incorporated herein by
reference.
(a) 8. Financial Statements and Financial Highlights included in the
Annual Report, for Fidelity Minnesota Municipal Income Fund (formerly known
as Fidelity Minnesota Tax-Free Portfolio) for the fiscal year ended
December 31, 1995 are incorporated by reference into the fund's Statement
of Additional Information and were filed on February 12, 1996 for Fidelity
Municipal Trust (File No. 811-2720) pursuant to Rule 30d-1 under the
Investment Company Act of 1940 and are incorporated herein by reference.
(a) 9. Financial Statements and Financial Highlights included in the
Annual Report, for Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Income Fund (formerly
known as Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal High Yield Portfolio) for the
fiscal year ended December 31, 1995 are incorporated herein by reference
into the fund's Statement of Additional Information and were filed on
February 12, 1996 for Fidelity Municipal Trust (File No. 811-2720) pursuant
to Rule 30d-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940 and are incorporated
herein by reference.
(a) 10. Financial Statements and Financial Highlights included in the
Annual Report, for Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Municipal Money Market
Fund (formerly known as Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Money Market
Portfolio) for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1995 are incorporated by
reference into the fund's Statement of Additional Information and were
filed on February 12, 1996 for Fidelity Municipal Trust II (File No.
811-6454) pursuant to Rule 30d-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940
and are incorporated herein by reference.
(a) 11. Financial Statements and Financial Highlights included in the
Annual Report, for Fidelity High Yield Tax-Free Fund (formerly known as
Fidelity High Yield Tax-Free Portfolio) for the fiscal year ended November
30, 1995 are incorporated by reference into the fund's Statement of
Additional Information and were filed on February 12, 1996 for Fidelity
Court Street Trust (File No. 2-58774) pursuant to Rule 30d-1 under the
Investment Company Act of 1940 and are incorporated herein by reference.
(a) 12. Financial Statements and Financial Highlights included in the
Annual Report, for Fidelity Limited Term Municipal Income Fund (formerly
known as Fidelity Limited Term Municipals) for the fiscal year ended
December 31, 1995 are incorporated by reference into the fund's Statement
of Additional Information and were filed on February 12, 1996 for Fidelity
School Street Trust (File No. 2-57167) pursuant to Rule 30d-1 under the
Investment Company Act of 1940 and are incorporated herein by reference.
(b) Exhibits.
1. Declaration of Trust of Registrant, dated as of March 17, 1994, is
incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 1 to Post-Effective Amendment
No. 67.
2. Bylaws of the Trust, as amended, are incorporated herein by reference
to Exhibit 2(a) to Fidelity Union Street Trust (File No. 2-50318)
Post-Effective Amendment No. 87.
3. Not applicable.
4. Not applicable.
5. (a) Management Contract, dated January 1, 1994, between Fidelity
Aggressive Tax-Free Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Aggressive
Municipal Fund) and Fidelity Management & Research Company is incorporated
herein by reference to Exhibit 5(a) to Post-Effective Amendment No. 67.
(b) Management Contract, dated January 1, 1994, between Fidelity
Municipal Bond Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund)
and Fidelity Management & Research Company is incorporated herein by
reference to Exhibit 5(b) to Post-Effective Amendment No. 67.
(c) Management Contract, dated January 1, 1994, between Fidelity Insured
Tax-Free Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Insured Municipal Income
Fund) and Fidelity Management & Research Company is incorporated herein by
reference to Exhibit 5(c) to Post-Effective Amendment No. 69.
(d) Management Contract, dated January 1, 1994, between Fidelity Michigan
Tax-Free High Yield Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Michigan
Municipal Income Fund) and Fidelity Management & Research Company is
incorporated herein by reference as Exhibit 5(d) to Post-Effective
Amendment No. 64.
(e) Management Contract, dated January 1, 1994, between Fidelity
Minnesota Tax-Free Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Minnesota
Municipal Income Fund) and Fidelity Management & Research Company is
incorporated herein by reference as Exhibit 5(e) to Post-Effective
Amendment No. 64.
(f) Management Contract, dated January 1, 1994, between Fidelity Ohio
Tax-Free High Yield Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Ohio Municipal
Income Fund) and Fidelity Management & Research Company is incorporated
herein by reference as Exhibit 5(f) to Post-Effective Amendment No. 64.
(g) Management Contract, dated August 1, 1990, between Spartan
Pennsylvania Municipal High Yield Portfolio (currently known as Spartan
Pennsylvania Municipal Income Fund) and Fidelity Management & Research
Company is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 5(g) to
Post-Effective Amendment No. 67.
6. (a) General Distribution Agreement between Fidelity Insured Tax-Free
Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Insured Municipal Income Fund) and
Fidelity Distributors Corporation, dated April 1, 1987, is incorporated
herein by reference to Exhibit 6(a) to Post-Effective Amendment No. 67.
(b) General Distribution Agreement between Fidelity Aggressive Tax-Free
Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Aggressive Municipal Fund) and
Fidelity Distributors Corporation, dated April 1, 1987, is filed herein as
Exhibit 6(b).
(c) General Distribution Agreement between Fidelity Municipal Bond
Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund) and Fidelity
Distributors Corporation, dated April 1, 1987, is incorporated herein by
reference to Exhibit 6(c) to Post-Effective Amendment No. 67.
(d) General Distribution Agreement between Fidelity Ohio Tax-Free High
Yield Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Ohio Municipal Income Fund)
and Fidelity Distributors Corporation, dated April 1, 1987, is incorporated
herein by reference to Exhibit 6(d) to Post-Effective Amendment No. 67.
(e) General Distribution Agreement between Fidelity Michigan Tax-Free
High Yield Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Michigan Municipal Income
Fund) and Fidelity Distributors Corporations, dated April 1, 1987, is
incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 6(e) to Post-Effective
Amendment No. 67.
(f) General Distribution Agreement between Fidelity Minnesota Tax-Free
Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Minnesota Municipal Income Fund) and
Fidelity Distributors Corporation, dated April 1, 1987, is incorporated
herein by reference to Exhibit 6(f) to Post-Effective Amendment No. 67.
(g) General Distribution Agreement between Fidelity Pennsylvania
Municipal High Yield Portfolio (currently known as Spartan Pennsylvania
Municipal Income Fund) and Fidelity Distributors Corporation, dated April
1, 1987, is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 6(g) to
Post-Effective Amendment No. 67.
(h) Amendment to General Distribution Agreement, dated January 1, 1988,
between Fidelity Municipal Trust: Fidelity Insured Tax-Free Portfolio
(currently known as Fidelity Insured Municipal Income Fund); Fidelity
Aggressive Tax-Free Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Aggressive
Municipal Fund); Fidelity Municipal Bond Portfolio (currently known as
Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund); Fidelity Ohio Tax-Free High Yield Portfolio
(currently known as Fidelity Ohio Municipal Income Fund); Fidelity Michigan
Tax-Free High Yield (currently known as Fidelity Michigan Municipal Income
Fund); Fidelity Minnesota Tax-Free Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity
Minnesota Municipal Income Fund); and Fidelity Pennsylvania Municipal High
Yield Portfolio (currently known as Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Income
Fund) and Fidelity Distributors Corporation is incorporated herein by
reference to Exhibit 6(h) to Post-Effective Amendment No. 67.
7. (a) Retirement Plan for Non-Interested Person Trustees, Directors or
General Partners, is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 7 to
Fidelity Union Street Trust's (File No. 2-50318) Post-Effective Amendment
No. 87.
(b) The Fee Deferral Plan for Non-Interested Person Directors and
Trustees of the Fidelity Funds, effective as of December 1,1995 is
incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 7(b) to Fidelity School Street
Trust's (File No. 2-57167) Post-Effective Amendment No. 47.
8. Custodian Agreement, Appendix A, Appendix B, and Appendix C, dated
December 1, 1994, between UMB Bank, n.a. and the Registrant is incorporated
herein by reference to Exhibit 8 to Fidelity California Municipal Trust's
(File No. 2-83367) Post-Effective Amendment No. 28.
9. Not applicable.
10. Not applicable.
11. Consent of Coopers & Lybrand, L.L.P. is filed herein as Exhibit 11.
12. Not applicable.
13. Not applicable.
14. (a) Fidelity Individual Retirement Account Custodial Agreement and
Disclosure Statement, as currently in effect, is incorporated herein by
reference to Exhibit 14(a) to Fidelity Union Street Trust's (File No.
2-50318) Post-Effective Amendment No. 87.
(b) Fidelity Institutional Individual Retirement Account Custodial
Agreement and Disclosure Statement, as currently in effect, is incorporated
herein by reference to Exhibit 14(d) to Fidelity Union Street Trust's (File
No. 2-50318) Post-Effective Amendment No. 87.
(c) National Financial Services Corporation Individual Retirement
Account Custodial Agreement and Disclosure Statement, as currently in
effect, is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 14(h) to Fidelity
Union Street Trust's (File No. 2-50318) Post-Effective Amendment No. 87.
(d) Fidelity Portfolio Advisory Services Individual Retirement Account
Custodial Agreement and Disclosure Statement, as currently in effect, is
incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 14(i) to Fidelity Union Street
Trust's (File No. 2-50318) Post-Effective Amendment No. 87.
(e) Fidelity 403(b)(7) Custodial Account Agreement, as currently in
effect, is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 14(e) to Fidelity
Union Street Trust's (File No. 2-50318) Post-Effective Amendment No. 87.
(f) National Financial Services Corporation Defined Contribution
Retirement Plan and Trust Agreement, as currently in effect, is
incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 14(k) to Fidelity Union Street
Trust's (File No. 2-50318) Post-Effective Amendment No. 87.
(g) The CORPORATEplan for Retirement Profit Sharing/401K Plan, as
currently in effect, is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 14(l)
to Fidelity Union Street Trust's (File No. 2-50318) Post-Effective
Amendment No. 87.
(h) The CORPORATEplan for Retirement Money Purchase Pension Plan, as
currently in effect, is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 14(m)
to Fidelity Union Street Trust's (File No. 2-50318) Post-Effective
Amendment No. 87.
(i) Fidelity Investments Section 403(b)(7) Individual Custodial
Account Agreement and Disclosure Statement, as currently in effect, is
incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 14(f) to Fidelity Commonwealth
Trust's (File No. 2-52322) Post Effective Amendment No. 57.
(j) Plymouth Investments Defined Contribution Retirement Plan and
Trust Agreement, as currently in effect, is incorporated herein by
reference to Exhibit 14(o) to Fidelity Commonwealth Trust's (File No.
2-52322) Post Effective Amendment No. 57.
(k) The Fidelity Prototype Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Trust
Basic Plan Document and Adoption Agreement, as currently in effect, is
incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 14(d) to Fidelity Securities
Fund's (File No. 2-93601) Post Effective Amendment No. 33.
(l) The Institutional Prototype Plan Basic Plan Document, Standardized
Adoption Agreement, and Non-Standardized Adoption Agreement, as currently
in effect, is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 14(o) to Fidelity
Securities Fund's (File No. 2-93601) Post Effective Amendment No. 33.
(m) The CORPORATEplan for Retirement 100SM Profit Sharing/401(k) Basic
Plan Document, Standardized Adoption Agreement, and Non-Standardized
Adoption Agreement, as currently in effect, is incorporated herein by
reference to Exhibit 14(f) to Fidelity Securities Fund's (File No. 2-93601)
Post Effective Amendment No. 33.
(n) The Fidelity Investments 401(a) Prototype Plan for Tax-Exempt
Employers Basic Plan Document, Standardized Profit Sharing Plan Adoption
Agreement, Non-Standardized Discretionary Contribution Plan No. 002
Adoption Agreement, and Non-Standardized Discretionary Contribution Plan
No. 003 Adoption Agreement, as currently in effect, is incorporated herein
by reference to Exhibit 14(g) to Fidelity Securities Fund's (File No.
2-93601) Post Effective Amendment No. 33.
(o) Fidelity Investments 403(b) Sample Plan Basic Plan Document and
Adoption Agreement, as currently in effect, is incorporated herein by
reference to Exhibit 14(p) to Fidelity Securities Fund's (File No. 2-93601)
Post Effective Amendment No. 33.
(p) Fidelity Defined Contribution Retirement Plan and Trust Agreement,
as currently in effect, is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit
14(c) to Fidelity Securities Fund's (File No. 2-93601) Post Effective
Amendment No. 33.
15. (a) Distribution and Service Plan pursuant to Rule 12b-1 for Fidelity
Insured Tax-Free Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Insured Municipal
Income Fund) is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 15(a) to
Post-Effective Amendment No. 67.
(b) Distribution and Service Plan pursuant to Rule 12b-1 for Fidelity
Ohio Tax-Free High Yield Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Ohio
Municipal Income Fund) is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 15(b)
to Post-Effective Amendment No. 67.
(c) Distribution and Service Plan pursuant to Rule 12b-1 for Fidelity
Michigan Tax-Free High Yield Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity
Michigan Municipal Income Fund) is incorporated herein by reference to
Exhibit 15(c) to Post-Effective Amendment No. 67.
(d) Distribution and Service Plan pursuant to Rule 12b-1 for Fidelity
Minnesota Tax-Free Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Minnesota
Municipal Income Fund) is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 15(d)
to Post-Effective Amendment No. 67.
(e) Distribution and Service Plan pursuant to Rule 12b-1 for Fidelity
Pennsylvania Municipal High Yield Portfolio (currently known as Spartan
Pennsylvania Municipal Income Fund) is incorporated herein by reference to
Exhibit 15(e) to Post-Effective Amendment No. 67.
(f) Distribution and Service Plan pursuant to Rule 12b-1 for Fidelity
Municipal Bond Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund)
is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 15(f) to Post-Effective
Amendment No. 67.
(g) Distribution and Service Plan pursuant to Rule 12b-1 for Fidelity
Aggressive Tax-Free Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Aggressive
Municipal Fund) is filed herein as Exhibit 15(g).
16. (a) Schedule for computation of performance calculations for Fidelity
Municipal Bond Fund is filed herein as Exhibit 16(a).
(b) Schedule for computation of adjusted net asset values for Fidelity
Municipal Bond Fund is filed herein as Exhibit 16(b).
17. Financial Data Schedules are filed herein as Exhibit 27.
18. Not applicable.
Item 25. Persons Controlled by or under Common Control with Registrant
The Board of Trustees of the Registrant is substantially the same as the
boards of other funds advised by FMR, each of which has Fidelity Management
& Research Company as its investment adviser. In addition, the officers of
these funds are substantially identical. Nonetheless, Registrant takes the
position that it is not under common control with these other funds since
the power residing in the respective boards and officers arises as the
result of an official position with the respective funds.
Item 26. Number of Holders of Securities
December 31, 1995
Title of Class: Shares of Beneficial Interest
Title of Series: Number of Record Holders
Fidelity Aggressive Municipal Fund (formerly Fidelity 25,946
Aggressive Tax-Free Portfolio):
Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund (formerly known as 24,484
Fidelity Municipal Bond Portfolio) Portfolio:
Fidelity Insured Municipal Income Fund (formerly 10,200
Fidelity Insured Tax-Free Portfolio):
Fidelity Ohio Municipal Income Fund (formerly Fidelity 10,453
Ohio Tax-Free High Yield Portfolio):
Fidelity Michigan Municipal Income Fund (formerly 13,408
Fidelity Michigan Tax-Free High Yield Portfolio):
Fidelity Minnesota Municipal Income Fund (formerly 8,526
Fidelity Minnesota Tax-Free Portfolio):
Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Income Fund (formerly 5,851
Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal High Yield Portfolio):
Item 27. Indemnification
Article XI, Section 2 of the Declaration of Trust sets forth the
reasonable and fair means for determining whether indemnification shall be
provided to any past or present Trustee or officer. It states that the
Registrant shall indemnify any present or past Trustee or officer to the
fullest extent permitted by law against liability and all expenses
reasonably incurred by him in connection with any claim, action, suit, or
proceeding in which he is involved by virtue of his service as a Trustee,
an officer, or both. Additionally, amounts paid or incurred in settlement
of such matters are covered by this indemnification. Indemnification will
not be provided in certain circumstances, however. These include instances
of willful misfeasance, bad faith, gross negligence, and reckless disregard
of the duties involved in the conduct of the particular office involved.
Pursuant to Section 11 of the Distribution Agreement, the Registrant
agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Distributor and each of its
directors and officers and each person, if any, who controls the
Distributor within the meaning of Section 15 of the 1933 Act against any
loss, liability, claim, damages or expense arising by reason of any person
acquiring any shares, based upon the ground that the registration
statement, Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, shareholder
reports or other information filed or made public by the Registrant
included a materially misleading statement or omission. However, the
Registrant does not agree to indemnify the Distributor or hold it harmless
to the extent that the statement or omission was made in reliance upon, and
in conformity with, information furnished to the Registrant by or on behalf
of the Distributor. The Registrant does not agree to indemnify the parties
against any liability to which they would be subject by reason of willful
misfeasance, bad faith, gross negligence, and reckless disregard of the
obligations and duties under the Distribution Agreement.
Pursuant to the agreement by which Fidelity Service Company ("Service") is
appointed sub-transfer agent, the Transfer Agent agrees to indemnify
Service for its losses, claims, damages, liabilities and expenses to the
extent the Transfer Agent is entitled to and receives indemnification from
the Registrant for the same events. Under the Transfer Agency Agreement,
the Registrant agrees to indemnify and hold the Transfer Agent harmless
against any losses, claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses resulting
from:
(1) any claim, demand, action or suit brought by any person other than the
Registrant, which names the Transfer Agent and/or the Registrant as a party
and is not based on and does not result from the Transfer Agent's willful
misfeasance, bad faith, negligence or reckless disregard of its duties, and
arises out of or in connection with the Transfer Agent's performance under
the Transfer Agency Agreement; or
(2) any claim, demand, action or suit (except to the extent contributed to
by the Transfer Agent's willful misfeasance, bad faith, negligence or
reckless disregard of its duties) which results from the negligence of the
Registrant, or from the Transfer Agent's acting upon any instruction(s)
reasonably believed by it to have been executed or communicated by any
person duly authorized by the Registrant, or as a result of the Transfer
Agent's acting in reliance upon advice reasonably believed by the Transfer
Agent to have been given by counsel for the Registrant, or as a result of
the Transfer Agent's acting in reliance upon any instrument or stock
certificate reasonably believed by it to have been genuine and signed,
countersigned or executed by the proper person.
Item 28. Business and Other Connections of Investment Adviser
(1) FIDELITY MANAGEMENT & RESEARCH COMPANY
FMR serves as investment adviser to a number of other investment
companies. The directors and officers of the Adviser have held, during the
past two fiscal years, the following positions of a substantial nature.
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Edward C. Johnson 3d Chairman of the Executive Committee of FMR; President
and Chief Executive Officer of FMR Corp.; Chairman of
the Board and a Director of FMR, FMR Corp., FMR Texas
Inc., Fidelity Management & Research (U.K.) Inc., and
Fidelity Management & Research (Far East) Inc.; President
and Trustee of funds advised by FMR.
J. Gary Burkhead President of FMR; Managing Director of FMR Corp.;
President and a Director of FMR Texas Inc., Fidelity
Management & Research (U.K.) Inc., and Fidelity
Management & Research (Far East) Inc.; Senior Vice
President and Trustee of funds advised by FMR.
Peter S. Lynch Vice Chairman and Director of FMR.
Robert Beckwitt Vice President of FMR and of funds advised by FMR.
David Breazzano Vice President of FMR (1993) and of a fund advised by
FMR.
Stephan Campbell Vice President of FMR (1993).
Dwight Churchill Vice President of FMR (1993).
William Danoff Vice President of FMR (1993) and of a fund advised by
FMR.
Scott DeSano Vice President of FMR (1993).
Penelope Dobkin Vice President of FMR and of a fund advised by FMR.
Larry Domash Vice President of FMR (1993).
George Domolky Vice President of FMR (1993) and of a fund advised by
FMR.
Robert K. Duby Vice President of FMR.
Margaret L. Eagle Vice President of FMR and of a fund advised by FMR.
Kathryn L. Eklund Vice President of FMR.
Richard B. Fentin Senior Vice President of FMR (1993) and of a fund advised
by FMR.
Daniel R. Frank Vice President of FMR and of funds advised by FMR.
Michael S. Gray Vice President of FMR and of funds advised by FMR.
Lawrence Greenberg Vice President of FMR (1993).
Barry A. Greenfield Vice President of FMR and of a fund advised by FMR.
William J. Hayes Senior Vice President of FMR; Equity Division Leader.
Robert Haber Vice President of FMR and of funds advised by FMR.
Richard Haberman Senior Vice President of FMR (1993).
Daniel Harmetz Vice President of FMR and of a fund advised by FMR.
Ellen S. Heller Vice President of FMR.
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John Hickling Vice President of FMR (1993) and of funds advised by
FMR.
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Robert F. Hill Vice President of FMR; Director of Technical Research.
Curtis Hollingsworth Vice President of FMR (1993).
Stephen P. Jonas Treasurer and Vice President of FMR (1993)); Treasurer of
FMR Texas Inc. (1993), Fidelity Management & Research
(U.K.) Inc. (1993), and Fidelity Management & Research
(Far East) Inc. (1993).
David B. Jones Vice President of FMR (1993).
Steven Kaye Vice President of FMR (1993) and of a fund advised by
FMR.
Frank Knox Vice President of FMR (1993).
Robert A. Lawrence Senior Vice President of FMR (1993); High Income
Division Leader.
Alan Leifer Vice President of FMR and of a fund advised by FMR.
Harris Leviton Vice President of FMR (1993) and of a fund advised by
FMR.
Bradford E. Lewis Vice President of FMR and of funds advised by FMR.
Malcolm W. MacNaught III Vice President of FMR (1993).
Robert H. Morrison Vice President of FMR; Director of Equity Trading.
David Murphy Vice President of FMR and of funds advised by FMR.
Andrew Offit Vice President of FMR (1993).
Judy Pagliuca Vice President of FMR (1993).
Jacques Perold Vice President of FMR.
Anne Punzak Vice President of FMR and of funds advised by FMR.
Lee Sandwen Vice President of FMR (1993).
Patricia A. Satterthwaite Vice President of FMR (1993) and of a fund advised by
FMR.
Thomas T. Soviero Vice President of FMR (1993).
Richard Spillane Vice President of FMR; Senior Vice President and Director
of Operations and Compliance of FMR U.K. (1993).
Robert E. Stansky Senior Vice President of FMR (1993) and of funds advised
by FMR.
Gary L. Swayze Vice President of FMR and of funds advised by FMR;
Tax-Free Fixed-Income Group Leader.
Thomas Sweeney Vice President of FMR (1993).
Beth F. Terrana Senior Vice President of FMR (1993) and of funds advised
by FMR.
Joel Tillinghast Vice President of FMR (1993) and of a fund advised by
FMR.
Robert Tucket Vice President of FMR (1993).
George A. Vanderheiden Senior Vice President of FMR; Vice President of funds
advised by FMR; Growth Group Leader.
Jeffrey Vinik Senior Vice President of FMR (1993) and of a fund advised
by FMR.
Arthur S. Loring Senior Vice President (1993), Clerk, and General Counsel
of FMR; Vice President, Legal of FMR Corp.; Secretary of
funds advised by FMR.
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Item 29. Principal Underwriters
(a) Fidelity Distributors Corporation (FDC) acts as distributor for most
funds advised by FMR.
(b)
Name and Principal Positions and Offices Positions and Offices
Business Address* With Underwriter With Registrant
Edward C. Johnson 3d Director Trustee and President
W. Humphrey Bogart Director None
Kurt A. Lange President and Treasurer None
Thomas W. Littauer Senior Vice President None
Arthur S. Loring Vice President and Clerk Secretary
* 82 Devonshire Street, Boston, MA
(c) Not applicable.
Item 30. Location of Accounts and Records
All accounts, books, and other documents required to be maintained by
Section 31a of the 1940 Act and the Rules promulgated thereunder are
maintained by Fidelity Management & Research Company or Fidelity Service
Co., 82 Devonshire Street, Boston, MA 02109, or the funds' custodian UMB
Bank, n.a., 1010 Grand Avenue, Kansas City, MO.
Item 31. Management Services
Not applicable.
Item 32. Undertakings
(1) The Registrant on behalf of Fidelity Aggressive Municipal Fund,
Fidelity Municipal Income Fund, Fidelity Insured Municipal Income Fund,
Fidelity Ohio Municipal Income Fund, Fidelity Michigan Municipal Income
Fund, Fidelity Minnesota Municipal Income Fund, and Spartan Pennsylvania
Municipal Income Fund, provided the information required by Item 5A is
contained in the annual report, undertakes to furnish each person to whom a
prospectus has been delivered, upon their request and without charge, a
copy of the Registrant's latest annual report to shareholders.
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933 and the
Investment Company Act of 1940, the Registrant certifies that it meets all
of the requirements for the effectiveness of this Registration Statement
pursuant to Rule 485(b) under the Securities Act of 1933 and has duly
caused this Post-Effective Amendment No. 70 to the Registration Statement
to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized,
in the City of Boston, and Commonwealth of Massachusetts, on the 13th day
of February 1996.
FIDELITY MUNICIPAL TRUST
By /s/Edward C. Johnson 3d (dagger)
Edward C. Johnson 3d, President
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, this
Registration Statement has been signed below by the following persons in
the capacities and on the dates indicated.
(Signature) (Title) (Date)
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/s/Edward C. Johnson 3d(dagger) President and Trustee February 13, 1996
Edward C. Johnson 3d (Principal Executive Officer)
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/s/Kenneth A. Rathgeber Treasurer February 13, 1996
Kenneth A. Rathgeber
/s/J. Gary Burkhead Trustee February 13, 1996
J. Gary Burkhead
/s/Ralph F. Cox * Trustee February 13, 1996
Ralph F. Cox
/s/Phyllis Burke Davis * Trustee February 13, 1996
Phyllis Burke Davis
/s/Richard J. Flynn * Trustee February 13, 1996
Richard J. Flynn
/s/E. Bradley Jones * Trustee February 13, 1996
E. Bradley Jones
/s/Donald J. Kirk * Trustee February 13, 1996
Donald J. Kirk
/s/Peter S. Lynch * Trustee February 13, 1996
Peter S. Lynch
/s/Edward H. Malone * Trustee February 13, 1996
Edward H. Malone
/s/Marvin L. Mann_____* Trustee February 13, 1996
Marvin L. Mann
/s/Gerald C. McDonough* Trustee February 13, 1996
Gerald C. McDonough
/s/Thomas R. Williams * Trustee February 13, 1996
Thomas R. Williams
(dagger) Signatures affixed by J. Gary Burkhead pursuant to a power of
attorney dated December 15, 1994 and filed herewith.
* Signature affixed by Robert C. Hacker pursuant to a power of attorney
dated December 15, 1994 and filed herewith.
POWER OF ATTORNEY
We, the undersigned Directors, Trustees or General Partners, as the case
may be, of the following investment companies:
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Fidelity Advisor Annuity Fund Fidelity Income Fund
Fidelity Advisor Series I Fidelity Institutional Trust
Fidelity Advisor Series II Fidelity Investment Trust
Fidelity Advisor Series III Fidelity Magellan Fund
Fidelity Advisor Series IV Fidelity Massachusetts Municipal Trust
Fidelity Advisor Series V Fidelity Mt. Vernon Street Trust
Fidelity Advisor Series VI Fidelity Municipal Trust
Fidelity Advisor Series VII Fidelity New York Municipal Trust
Fidelity Advisor Series VIII Fidelity Puritan Trust
Fidelity California Municipal Trust Fidelity School Street Trust
Fidelity Capital Trust Fidelity Securities Fund
Fidelity Charles Street Trust Fidelity Select Portfolios
Fidelity Commonwealth Trust Fidelity Sterling Performance Portfolio, L.P.
Fidelity Congress Street Fund Fidelity Summer Street Trust
Fidelity Contrafund Fidelity Trend Fund
Fidelity Corporate Trust Fidelity U.S. Investments-Bond Fund, L.P.
Fidelity Court Street Trust Fidelity U.S. Investments-Government Securities
Fidelity Deutsche Mark Performance Fund, L.P.
Portfolio, L.P. Fidelity Union Street Trust
Fidelity Devonshire Trust Fidelity Yen Performance Portfolio, L.P.
Fidelity Exchange Fund Spartan U.S. Treasury Money Market
Fidelity Financial Trust Fund
Fidelity Fixed-Income Trust Variable Insurance Products Fund
Fidelity Government Securities Fund Variable Insurance Products Fund II
Fidelity Hastings Street Trust
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plus any other investment company for which Fidelity Management & Research
Company acts as investment adviser and for which the undersigned
individuals serve as Board Members (collectively, the "Funds"), hereby
severally constitute and appoint Arthur J. Brown, Arthur C. Delibert,
Robert C. Hacker, Richard M. Phillips, Dana L. Platt and Stephanie A.
Djinis, each of them singly, our true and lawful attorneys-in-fact, with
full power of substitution, and with full power to each of them, to sign
for us and in our names in the appropriate capacities, all Pre-Effective
Amendments to any Registration Statements of the Funds, any and all
subsequent Post-Effective Amendments to said Registration Statements, any
Registration Statements on Form N-14, and any supplements or other
instruments in connection therewith, and generally to do all such things in
our names and behalf in connection therewith as said attorneys-in-fact deem
necessary or appropriate, to comply with the provisions of the Securities
Act of 1933 and Investment Company Act of 1940, and all related
requirements of the Securities and Exchange Commission, hereby ratifying
and confirming all that said attorneys-in-fact or their substitutes may do
or cause to be done by virtue hereof.
WITNESS our hands on this fifteenth day of December, 1994.
/s/Edward C. Johnson 3d /s/Donald J. Kirk
Edward C. Johnson 3d Donald J. Kirk
/s/J. Gary Burkhead /s/Peter S. Lynch
J. Gary Burkhead Peter S. Lynch
/s/Ralph F. Cox /s/Marvin L. Mann
Ralph F. Cox Marvin L. Mann
/s/Phyllis Burke Davis /s/Edward H. Malone
Phyllis Burke Davis Edward H. Malone
/s/Richard J. Flynn /s/Gerald C. McDonough
Richard J. Flynn Gerald C. McDonough
/s/E. Bradley Jones /s/Thomas R. Williams
E. Bradley Jones Thomas R. Williams
POWER OF ATTORNEY
I, the undersigned President and Director, Trustee or General Partner, as
the case may be, of the following investment companies:
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Fidelity Advisor Annuity Fund Fidelity Institutional Trust
Fidelity Advisor Series I Fidelity Investment Trust
Fidelity Advisor Series II Fidelity Magellan Fund
Fidelity Advisor Series III Fidelity Massachusetts Municipal Trust
Fidelity Advisor Series IV Fidelity Money Market Trust
Fidelity Advisor Series V Fidelity Mt. Vernon Street Trust
Fidelity Advisor Series VI Fidelity Municipal Trust
Fidelity Advisor Series VII Fidelity New York Municipal Trust
Fidelity Advisor Series VIII Fidelity Puritan Trust
Fidelity California Municipal Trust Fidelity School Street Trust
Fidelity Capital Trust Fidelity Securities Fund
Fidelity Charles Street Trust Fidelity Select Portfolios
Fidelity Commonwealth Trust Fidelity Sterling Performance Portfolio, L.P.
Fidelity Congress Street Fund Fidelity Summer Street Trust
Fidelity Contrafund Fidelity Trend Fund
Fidelity Corporate Trust Fidelity U.S. Investments-Bond Fund, L.P.
Fidelity Court Street Trust Fidelity U.S. Investments-Government Securities
Fidelity Destiny Portfolios Fund, L.P.
Fidelity Deutsche Mark Performance Fidelity Union Street Trust
Portfolio, L.P. Fidelity Yen Performance Portfolio, L.P.
Fidelity Devonshire Trust Spartan U.S. Treasury Money Market
Fidelity Exchange Fund Fund
Fidelity Financial Trust Variable Insurance Products Fund
Fidelity Fixed-Income Trust Variable Insurance Products Fund II
Fidelity Government Securities Fund
Fidelity Hastings Street Trust
Fidelity Income Fund
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plus any other investment company for which Fidelity Management & Research
Company acts as investment adviser and for which the undersigned individual
serves as President and Board Member (collectively, the "Funds"), hereby
severally constitute and appoint J. Gary Burkhead, my true and lawful
attorney-in-fact, with full power of substitution, and with full power to
sign for me and in my name in the appropriate capacity, all Pre-Effective
Amendments to any Registration Statements of the Funds, any and all
subsequent Post-Effective Amendments to said Registration Statements, any
Registration Statements on Form N-14, and any supplements or other
instruments in connection therewith, and generally to do all such things in
my name and behalf in connection therewith as said attorney-in-fact deem
necessary or appropriate, to comply with the provisions of the Securities
Act of 1933 and Investment Company Act of 1940, and all related
requirements of the Securities and Exchange Commission. I hereby ratify
and confirm all that said attorneys-in-fact or their substitutes may do or
cause to be done by virtue hereof.
WITNESS my hand on the date set forth below.
/s/Edward C. Johnson 3d December 15, 1994
Edward C. Johnson 3d
Exhibit 6(b)
GENERAL DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
between
FIDELITY MUNICIPAL TRUST:
FIDELITY AGGRESSIVE TAX-FREE PORTFOLIO
and
FIDELITY DISTRIBUTORS CORPORATION
Required authorizations and approvals having been obtained, Fidelity
Municipal Trust, a Massachusetts business trust which may issue one or more
series of beneficial interest ("Issuer"), with respect to shares of
Fidelity Aggressive Tax-Free Portfolio, a series of the Issuer, and
Fidelity Distributors Corporation, a Massachusetts corporation having its
principal place of business in Boston, Massachusetts ("Distributors"),
hereby consent pursuant to the existing General Distribution Agreement
dated June 1, 1986, to an amendment in its entirety of said Agreement as of
April 1, 1987, as set forth below.
In consideration of the mutual promises and undertakings herein contained,
the parties agree as follows:
1. Sale of Shares - The Issuer grants to the Distributor the right to sell
shares on behalf of the Issuer during the term of this Agreement and
subject to the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as
amended ("1933 Act"), and of the laws governing the sale of securities in
the various states ("Blue Sky Laws") under the following terms and
conditions: Distributors (i) shall have the right to sell, as agent on
behalf of the Issuer, shares authorized for issue and registered under the
1933 Act, and (ii) may sell shares under offers of exchange, if available,
between and among the funds advised by Fidelity Management & Research
Company ("FMR").
2. Sale of Shares by the Issuer - The rights granted to the Distributor
shall be nonexclusive in that the Issuer reserves the right to sell its
shares to investors on applications received and accepted by the Issuer.
Further, the Issuer reserves the right to issue shares in connection with
the merger or consolidation, or acquisition by the Issuer through purchase
or otherwise, with any other investment company, trust, or personal holding
company.
3. Shares Covered by this Agreement - This Agreement shall apply to
unissued shares of the Issuer, shares of the Issuer held in its treasury in
the event that in the discretion of the Issuer treasury shares shall be
sold, and shares of the Issuer repurchased for resale.
4. Public Offering Price - Except as otherwise noted in the Issuer's
current Prospectus and/or Statement of Additional Information, all shares
sold to investors by the Distributor or the Issuer will be sold at the
public offering price. The public offering price for all accepted
subscriptions will be the net asset value per share, as determined in the
manner described in the Issuer's current Prospectus and/or Statement of
Additional Information, plus a sales charge (if any) described in the
Issuer's current Prospectus and/or Statement of Additional Information.
The Issuer shall in all cases receive the net asset value per share on all
sales. If a sales charge is in effect, the Distributor shall have the
right subject to such rules or regulations of the Securities and Exchange
Commission as may then be in effect pursuant to Section 22 of the
Investment Company Act of 1940 to pay a portion of the sales charge to
dealers who have sold shares of the Issuer. If a fee in connection with
shareholder redemptions is in effect, the Issuer shall collect the fee on
behalf of Distributors and, unless otherwise agreed upon by the Issuer and
Distributors, Distributors shall be entitled to receive all of such fees.
5. Suspension of Sales - If and whenever the determination of net asset
value is suspended and until such suspension is terminated, no further
orders for shares shall be processed by the Distributor except such
unconditional orders as may have been placed with the Distributor before it
had knowledge of the suspension. In addition, the Issuer reserves the
right to suspend sales and Distributors' authority to process orders for
shares on behalf of the Issuer if, in the judgment of the Issuer, it is in
the best interests of the Issuer to do so. Suspension will continue for
such period as may be determined by the Issuer.
6. Solicitation of Sales - In consideration of these rights granted to the
Distributor, the Distributor agrees to use all reasonable efforts,
consistent with its other business, to secure purchasers for shares of the
Issuer. This shall not prevent the Distributor from entering into like
arrangements (including arrangements involving the payment of underwriting
commissions) with other issuers. This does not obligate the Distributor to
register as a broker or dealer under the Blue Sky Laws of any jurisdiction
in which it is not now registered or to maintain its registration in any
jurisdiction in which it is now registered. If a sales charge is in
effect, the Distributor shall have the right to enter into sales agreements
with dealers of its choice for the sale of shares of the Issuer to the
public at the public offering price only and fix in such agreements the
portion of the sales charge which may be retained by dealers, provided that
the Issuer shall approve the form of the dealer agreement and the dealer
discounts set forth therein and shall evidence such approval by filing said
form of dealer agreement and amendments thereto as an exhibit to its
currently effective Registration Statement under the 1933 Act.
7. Authorized Representations - The Distributor is not authorized by the
Issuer to give any information or to make any representations other than
those contained in the appropriate registration statements or Prospectuses
and Statements of Additional Information filed with the Securities and
Exchange Commission under the 1933 Act (as these registration statements,
Prospectuses and Statements of Additional Information may be amended from
time to time), or contained in shareholder reports or other material that
may be prepared by or on behalf of the Issuer for Distributor's use. This
shall not be construed to prevent the Distributor from preparing and
distributing sales literature or other material as it may deem appropriate.
8. Portfolio Securities - Portfolio securities of the Issuer may be bought
or sold by or through the Distributor, and the Distributor may participate
directly or indirectly in brokerage commissions or "spreads" for
transactions in portfolio securities of the Issuer. However, all sums of
money received by the Distributor as a result of such purchases and sales
or as a result of such participation must, after reimbursement of actual
expenses of the Distributor in connection with such activity, be paid over
by the Distributor for the benefit of the Issuer.
9. Registration of Shares - The Issuer agrees that it will take all action
necessary to register shares under the 1933 Act (subject to the necessary
approval of its shareholders) so that there will be available for sale the
number of shares the Distributor may reasonably be expected to sell. The
Issuer shall make available to the Distributor such number of copies of its
currently effective Prospectus and Statement of Additional Information as
the Distributor may reasonably request. The Issuer shall furnish to the
Distributor copies of all information, financial statements and other
papers which the Distributor may reasonably request for use in connection
with the distribution of shares of the Issuer.
10. Expenses - The Issuer shall pay all fees and expenses (a) in connection
with the preparation, setting in type and filing of any registration
statement, Prospectus and Statement of Additional Information under the
1933 Act and amendments for the issue of its shares, (b) in connection with
the registration and qualification of shares for sale in the various states
in which the Board of Trustees of the Issuer shall determine it advisable
to qualify such shares for sale (including registering the Issuer as a
broker or dealer or any officer of the Issuer as agent or salesman in any
state), (c) of preparing, setting in type, printing and mailing any report
or other communication to shareholders of the Issuer in their capacity as
such, and (d) of preparing, setting in type, printing and mailing
Prospectuses, Statements of Additional Information and any supplements
thereto sent to existing shareholders.
As provided in the Distribution and Service Plan adopted by the Issuer, it
is recognized by the Issuer that FMR may reimburse Distributors for any
direct expenses incurred in the distribution of shares of the Issuer from
any source available to it, including advisory and service or management
fees paid to it by the Issuer.
11. Indemnification - The Issuer agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the
Distributor and each of its directors and officers and each person, if any,
who controls the Distributor within the meaning of Section 15 of the 1933
Act against any loss, liability, claim, damages or expense (including the
reasonable cost of investigating or defending any alleged loss, liability,
claim, damages, or expense and reasonable counsel fees incurred in
connection therewith) arising by reason of any person acquiring any shares,
based upon the ground that the registration statement, Prospectus,
Statement of Additional Information, shareholder reports or other
information filed or made public by the Issuer (as from time to time
amended) included an untrue statement of a material fact or omitted to
state a material fact required to be stated or necessary in order to make
the statements not misleading under the 1933 Act, or any other statute or
the common law. However, the Issuer does not agree to indemnify the
Distributor or hold it harmless to the extent that the statement or
omission was made in reliance upon, and in conformity with, information
furnished to the Issuer by or on behalf of the Distributor. In no case (i)
is the indemnity of the Issuer in favor of the Distributor or any person
indemnified to be deemed to protect the Distributor or any person against
any liability to the Issuer or its security holders to which the
Distributor or such person would otherwise be subject by reason of wilful
misfeasance, bad faith or gross negligence in the performance of its duties
or by reason of its reckless disregard of its obligations and duties under
this Agreement, or (ii) is the Issuer to be liable under its indemnity
agreement contained in this paragraph with respect to any claim made
against the Distributor or any person indemnified unless the Distributor or
person, as the case may be, shall have notified the Issuer in writing of
the claim within a reasonable time after the summons or other first written
notification giving information of the nature of the claim shall have been
served upon the Distributor or any such person (or after the Distributor or
such person shall have received notice of service on any designated agent).
However, failure to notify the Issuer of any claim shall not relieve the
Issuer from any liability which it may have to the Distributor or any
person against whom such action is brought otherwise than on account of its
indemnity agreement contained in this paragraph. The Issuer shall be
entitled to participate at its own expense in the defense, or, if it so
elects, to assume the defense of any suit brought to enforce any claims,
but if the Issuer elects to assume the defense, the defense shall be
conducted by counsel chosen by it and satisfactory to the Distributor or
person or persons, defendant or defendants in the suit. In the event the
Issuer elects to assume the defense of any suit and retain counsel, the
Distributor, officers or directors or controlling person or persons,
defendant or defendants in the suit, shall bear the fees and expenses of
any additional counsel retained by them. If the Issuer does not elect to
assume the defense of any suit, it will reimburse the Distributor, officers
or directors or controlling person or persons, defendant or defendants in
the suit, for the reasonable fees and expenses of any counsel retained by
them. The Issuer agrees to notify the Distributor promptly of the
commencement of any litigation or proceedings against it or any of its
officers or trustees in connection with the issuance or sale of any of the
shares.
The Distributor also covenants and agrees that it will indemnify and hold
harmless the Issuer and each of its Board members and officers and each
person, if any, who controls the Issuer within the meaning of Section 15 of
the 1933 Act, against any loss, liability, damages, claim or expense
(including the reasonable cost of investigating or defending any alleged
loss, liability, damages, claim or expense and reasonable counsel fees
incurred in connection therewith) arising by reason of any person acquiring
any shares, based upon the 1933 Act or any other statute or common law,
alleging any wrongful act of the Distributor or any of its employees or
alleging that the registration statement, Prospectus, Statement of
Additional Information, shareholder reports or other information filed or
made public by the Issuer (as from time to time amended) included an untrue
statement of a material fact or omitted to state a material fact required
to be stated or necessary in order to make the statements not misleading,
insofar as the statement or omission was made in reliance upon, and in
conformity with information furnished to the Issuer by or on behalf of the
Distributor. In no case (i) is the indemnity of the Distributor in favor
of the Issuer or any person indemnified to be deemed to protect the Issuer
or any person against any liability to which the Issuer or such person
would otherwise be subject by reason of willful misfeasance, bad faith or
gross negligence in the performance of its duties or by reason of its
reckless disregard of its obligations and duties under this Agreement, or
(ii) is the Distributor to be liable under its indemnity agreement
contained in this paragraph with respect to any claim made against the
Issuer or any person indemnified unless the Issuer or person, as the case
may be, shall have notified the Distributor in writing of the claim within
a reasonable time after the summons or other first written notification
giving information of the nature of the claim shall have been served upon
the Issuer or any such person (or after the Issuer or such person shall
have received notice of service on any designated agent). However, failure
to notify the Distributor of any claim shall not relieve the Distributor
from any liability which it may have to the Issuer or any person against
whom the action is brought otherwise than on account of its indemnity
agreement contained in this paragraph. In the case of any notice to the
Distributor, it shall be entitled to participate, at its own expense, in
the defense or, if it so elects, to assume the defense of any suit brought
to enforce the claim, but if the Distributor elects to assume the defense,
the defense shall be conducted by counsel chosen by it and satisfactory to
the Issuer, to its officers and Board and to any controlling person or
persons, defendant or defendants in the suit. In the event that the
Distributor elects to assume the defense of any suit and retain counsel,
the Issuer or controlling persons, defendant or defendants in the suit,
shall bear the fees and expense of any additional counsel retained by them.
If the Distributor does not elect to assume the defense of any suit, it
will reimburse the Issuer, officers and Board or controlling person or
persons, defendant or defendants in the suit, for the reasonable fees and
expenses of any counsel retained by them. The Distributor agrees to notify
the Issuer promptly of the commencement of any litigation or proceedings
against it in connection with the issue and sale of any of the shares.
12. Effective Date - This agreement shall be effective upon its execution,
and unless terminated as provided, shall continue in force until January
31, 1988 and thereafter from year to year, provided continuance is approved
annually by the vote of a majority of the Board members of the Issuer, and
by the vote of those Board members of the Issuer who are not "interested
persons" of the Issuer and, if a plan under Rule 12b-1 under the Investment
Company Act of 1940 is in effect, by the vote of those Board members of the
Issuer who are not "interested persons" of the Issuer and who are not
parties to the Distribution and Service Plan or this Agreement and have no
financial interest in the operation of the Distribution and Service Plan or
in any agreements related to the Distribution and Service Plan, cast in
person at a meeting called for the purpose of voting on the approval. This
Agreement shall automatically terminate in the event of its assignment. As
used in this paragraph, the terms "assignment" and "interested persons"
shall have the respective meanings specified in the Investment Company Act
of 1940 as now in effect or as hereafter amended. In addition to
termination by failure to approve continuance or by assignment, this
Agreement may at any time be terminated by either party upon not less than
sixty days' prior written notice to the other party.
13. Notice - Any notice required or permitted to be given by either party
to the other shall be deemed sufficient if sent by registered or certified
mail, postage prepaid, addressed by the party giving notice to the other
party at the last address furnished by the other party to the party giving
notice: if to the Issuer, at 82 Devonshire Street, Boston, Massachusetts,
and if to the Distributor, at 82 Devonshire Street, Boston, Massachusetts.
14. Limitation of Liability - the Distributor is expressly put on notice of
the limitation of shareholder liability as set forth in the Declaration of
Trust or other organizational document of the Issuer and agrees that the
obligations assumed by the Issuer under this contract shall be limited in
all cases to the Issuer and its assets. The Distributor shall not seek
satisfaction of any such obligation from the shareholders or any
shareholder of the Issuer. Nor shall the Distributor seek satisfaction of
any such obligation from the Trustees or any individual Trustee of the
Issuer. The Distributor understands that the rights and obligations of
each series of shares of the Issuer under the Issuer's Declaration of Trust
or other organizational document are separate and distinct from those of
any and all other series.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Issuer has executed this instrument in its name
and behalf, and its seal affixed, by one of its officers duly authorized,
and the Distributor has executed this instrument in its name and behalf and
its corporate seal affixed, by one of its officers duly authorized, as of
the day and year first above written.
FIDELITY MUNICIPAL TRUST:
FIDELITY AGGRESSIVE TAX-FREE PORTFOLIO
Attest:/s/ Arthur S. Loring_____________ By:/s/ J. Gary
Burkhead___________________
Arthur S. Loring J. Gary Burkhead
Secretary
FIDELITY
DISTRIBUTORS CORPORATION
Attest:/s/ Arthur S. Loring_____________ By:/s/ John F.
O'Brien__________________
Arthur S. Loring John F. O'Brien
Exhibit 11
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS
We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference, into the Prospectuses
and Statements of Additional Information in Post-Effective Amendment No. 70
to the Registration Statement on Form N-1A of Fidelity Municipal Trust, of
our reports dated February 2, 1996 on the financial statements and
financial highlights included in the December 31, 1995 Annual Report to
Shareholders of Fidelity Michigan Municipal Income Fund (formerly known as
Fidelity Michigan Tax-Free High Yield Portfolio), Fidelity Ohio Municipal
Income Fund (formerly known as Fidelity Ohio Tax-Free High Yield
Portfolio), Fidelity Minnesota Municipal Income Fund (formerly known as
Fidelity Minnesota Tax-Free High Yield Portfolio), Spartan Pennsylvania
Municipal Income Fund, (formerly known as Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal
High Yield Portfolio) Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund (formerly known as
Fidelity Municipal Bond Portfolio), Fidelity Insured Municipal Income Fund
(formerly known as Fidelity Insured Tax-Free Portfolio), and Fidelity
Aggressive Municipal Fund (formerly known as Fidelity Aggressive Tax-Free
Portfolio).
We also consent to the incorporation by reference in this Post-Effective
Amendment, of our report dated January 4, 1996 on the financial statements
and financial highlights included in the Annual Report to Shareholders of
Fidelity Court Street Trust: Fidelity High Yield Tax-Free Portfolio
(currently known as Fidelity High Yield Tax-Free Fund); and our reports
dated February 2, 1996 for Fidelity Municipal Trust II:Fidelity Michigan
Municipal Money Market Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Michigan
Municipal Money Market Fund), Fidelity Ohio Municipal Money Market
Portfolio (currently known as Fidelity Ohio Municipal Money Market Fund),
and Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Money Market Portfolio (currently known
as Spartan Pennsylvania Municipal Money Market Fund) and Fidelity School
Street Trust: Fidelity Limited Term Municipals (currently known as Fidelity
Limited Term Municipal Income Fund).
We further consent to the references to our Firm under the headings
"Financial Highlights" in the Prospectuses and "Auditor" in the Statements
of Additional Information.
Boston, Massachusetts /s/COOPERS & LYBRAND
February 14, 1996 COOPERS & LYBRAND L.L.P.
Exhibit 15(g)
DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICE PLAN
of Fidelity Aggressive Tax-Free Portfolio
1. This Distribution and Service Plan (the "Plan"), when effective in
accordance with its terms, shall be the written plan contemplated by Rule
12b-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the "Act") of Fidelity
Aggressive Tax-Free Portfolio (the "Portfolio"), a series of shares of
Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund (the "Fund").
2. The Fund has entered into a General Distribution Agreement with respect
to the Portfolio with Fidelity Distributors Corporation (the
"Distributor"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fidelity Management & Research
Company (the "Adviser"), under which the Distributor uses all reasonable
efforts, consistent with its other business, to secure purchasers for the
Portfolio's shares of beneficial interest ("shares"). Under the agreement,
the Distributor pays the expenses of printing and distributing any
prospectuses, reports and other literature used by the Distributor,
advertising, and other promotional activities in connection with the
offering of shares of the Portfolio for sale to the public. It is
understood that the Adviser may reimburse the Distributor for these
expenses from any source available to it, including management fees paid to
it by the Portfolio.
3. The Adviser directly, or through the Distributor, may, subject to the
approval of the Trustees, make payments to securities dealers and other
third parties who engage in the sale of shares or who render shareholder
support services, including but not limited to providing office space,
equipment and telephone facilities, answering routine inquiries regarding
the Portfolio, processing shareholder transactions and providing such other
shareholder services as the Fund may reasonably request.
4. The Portfolio will not make separate payments as a result of this Plan
to the Adviser, Distributor or any other party, it being recognized that
the Portfolio presently pays, and will continue to pay, a management fee to
the Adviser. To the extent that any payments made by the Portfolio to the
Adviser, including payment of advsory and service fees, should be deemed to
be indirect financing of any activity primarily intended to result in the
sale of shares of the Portfolio within the context of Rule 12b-1 under the
Act, then such payments shall be deemed to be authorized by this Plan.
5. This Plan shall become effective upon the first business day of the
month following approval by a vote of at least a "majority of the
outstanding voting securities of the Portfolio" (as defined in the Act),
the Plan having been approved by a vote of a majority of the Trustees of
the Fund, including a majority of Trustees who are not "interested persons"
of the Fund (as defined in the Act) and who have no direct or indirect
financial interest in the operation of this Plan or in any agreements
related to this Plan (the "Independent Trustees"), cast in person at a
meeting called for the purpose of voting on this Plan.
6. This Plan shall, unless terminated as hereinafter provided, remain in
effect until July 31, 1986, and from year to year thereafter, provided,
however, that such continuance is subject to approval annually by a vote of
a majority of the Trustees of the Fund, including a majority of the
Independent Trustees, cast in person at a meeting called for the purpose of
voting on this Plan. This Plan may be amended at any time by the Board of
Trustees, provided that (a) any amendment to authorize direct payments by
the Portfolio to finance any activity primarily intended to result in the
sale of shares of the Portfolio, to increase materially the amount spent by
the Portfolio for distribution, or any amendment of the Advisory and
Service Contract to increase the amount to be paid by the Portfolio
thereunder shall be effective only upon approval by a vote of a majority of
the outstanding voting securities of the Portfolio, and (b) any material
amendments of this Plan shall be effective only upon approval in the manner
provided in the first sentence in this paragraph.
7. This Plan may be terminated at any time, without the payment of any
penalty, by vote of a majority of the Independent Trustees or by a vote of
a majority of the outstanding voting securities of the Portfolio.
8. During the existence of this Plan, the Fund shall require the Adviser
and/or Distributor to provide the Fund, for review by the Fund's Board of
Trustees, and the Trustees shall review, at least quarterly, a written
report of the amounts expended in connection with financing any activity
primarily intended to result in the sale of shares of the Portfolio (making
estimates of such costs where necessary or desirable) and the purposes for
which such expenditures were made.
9. This Plan does not require the Adviser or Distributor to perform any
specific type or level of distribution activities or to incur any specific
level of expenses for activities primarily intended to result in the sale
of shares of the Portfolio.
10. Consistent with the limitation of shareholder liability as set forth
in the Fund's Declaration of Trust, any obligations assumed by the
Portfolio pursuant to this Plan and any agreements related to this Plan
shall be limited in all cases to the Portfolio and its assets, and shall
not constitute obligations of any other series issued by the Fund.
11. If any provision of this Plan shall be held or made invalid by a court
decision, statute, rule or otherwise, the remainder of the Plan shall not
be affected thereby.
Exhibit 16a
SCHEDULE FOR COMPUTATION OF PERFORMANCE CALCULATIONS
CUMULATIVE TOTAL RETURNS and their income and capital components are
described in the fund's Statement of Additional Information, and are based
on the net asset values, dividends, capital gain distributions, and
reinvestment prices of the historical period covered.
AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS are calculated according to the following formula:
Average Annual Return = [(1 + Cumulative Return)1/n] - 1
[where n = the number of years in the base period]
Included in this exhibit is a chart showing the data used to calculate the
30-Day Yield as of the fund's fiscal year end.
The 30-DAY YIELD is calculated according to the methods prescribed in Form
N-1A Item 22(b)(ii).
30-Day Total Net Income
30-Day Yield = 2<UNDEF>(--------------------------------------------------)
+ 1)6 - 1<UNDEF>
(30-Day Average Shares Outstanding)(Prior Day Price)
The TAX EQUIVALENT YIELD is calculated by the formula as follows:
Tax Equivalent Yield = (yield) / (1-[tax rate])
[where the tax rate is expressed in decimal notation (i.e. 28% = 0.28)]
For any municipal portfolio that invests a portion of its assets in
obligations subject to state taxes, the tax equivalent yield is adjusted to
reflect these investments.
Fidelity Municipal Bond Fund
Exhibit 16a
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REPORT #R430MA 30 DAY DIVIDEND HISTORY RUN DATE: 01/31/96 TIME: 17:05
From 19951204 To 19960102
INCOME W/
SHARES GROSS WRITE BREAKAGE &
DATE OUTSTANDING INCOME EXPENSES NET INCOME ADJUSTMENTS OFF BREAKAGE WRITE OFF
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
4 131,302,853.264 160,454.51 15,961.30 144,493.21 0.00 4,982.00- 24.20- 139,550.73
5 130,914,758.482 158,691.94 16,012.89 142,679.05 0.00 4,982.00- 49.48- 137,672.85
6 130,854,351.300 160,707.48 15,990.74 144,716.74 0.00 4,982.00- 63.67 139,685.26
7 130,822,314.098 160,490.45 16,011.32 144,479.13 96.29- 4,982.00- 7.92 139,464.51
8 130,854,156.275 159,894.68 15,973.53 143,921.15 96.30 5,055.00- 31.31- 139,066.66
9 130,854,156.275 160,628.94 15,973.53 144,655.41 96.30 5,055.00- 52.28- 139,569.10
10 130,854,156.275 160,628.94 15,973.53 144,655.41 96.30 5,055.00- 57.60 139,548.13
11 130,656,482.950 157,143.02 29,048.51 128,094.51 16,144.36 5,055.00- 3.98- 139,145.17
12 130,619,306.751 159,816.75 15,943.05 143,873.70 16,144.36 5,055.00- 33.60- 138,814.72
13 130,391,167.849 159,544.90 15,880.15 143,664.75 16,144.36 5,007.00- 18.34 138,624.15
14 130,199,112.154 159,761.71 34,759.58 125,002.13 35,055.09 5,007.00- 1.75 138,924.20
15 130,185,259.659 159,109.61 15,814.91 143,294.70 35,055.09 5,007.00- 32.70 138,289.45
16 130,185,259.659 159,787.69 15,814.91 143,972.78 35,055.09 5,007.00- 39.38- 138,998.48
17 130,185,259.659 159,787.69 15,814.91 143,972.78 35,055.09 5,007.00- 18.73 138,926.40
18 130,133,409.742 159,581.95 15,803.75 143,778.20 35,055.09 5,007.00- 62.42- 138,789.93
19 130,103,154.628 159,908.12 15,732.94 144,175.18 35,055.09 5,007.00- 25.49 139,105.76
20 130,048,583.911 160,114.15 15,729.95 144,384.20 35,055.09 5,007.00- 9.39- 139,402.69
21 130,278,093.738 159,924.24 15,791.13 144,133.11 35,055.09 4,939.00- 47.72 139,184.72
22 130,319,817.916 160,645.50 15,812.15 144,833.35 35,055.09 4,939.00- 21.41- 139,942.07
23 130,319,817.916 159,815.30 15,812.15 144,003.15 35,055.09 4,939.00- 8.51- 139,042.74
24 130,319,817.916 159,815.30 15,812.15 144,003.15 35,055.09 4,939.00- 4.39 139,055.64
25 130,319,817.916 159,815.30 15,812.15 144,003.15 35,055.09 4,939.00- 17.29 139,068.54
26 130,522,633.688 160,740.78 15,858.19 144,882.59 35,055.09 4,939.00- 40.62 139,960.88
27 130,533,137.584 157,511.51 15,891.29 141,620.22 35,055.09 4,939.00- 53.64 136,721.84
28 130,483,193.065 159,954.01 15,905.27 144,048.74 35,055.09 5,010.00- 2.70- 139,092.38
29 130,458,733.304 480,136.90 47,734.05 432,402.85 254,233.85- 5,010.00- 54.59- 138,101.21
30 130,458,733.304 161,010.49 15,911.35 145,099.14 254,233.85- 5,010.00- 52.33 140,034.55
31 130,458,733.304 161,010.49 15,911.35 145,099.14 254,233.85- 5,010.00- 28.79 140,141.47
1 130,458,733.304 161,010.49 15,911.35 145,099.14 254,233.85- 5,010.00- 5.25 140,117.93
2 130,825,039.393 153,061.32- 15,927.12- 137,134.20- 35,933.90 5,010.00- 65.14- 148,028.80
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149,892.00-
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REPORT #R430MA 30 DAY DIVIDEND HISTORY RUN DATE: 01/31/96 TIME: 17:05
From 19951204 To 19960102
MTD DAILY DIST DIVIDEND -------- SHARES OUTSTANDING -------- DAILY
DATE MIL RATE MIL RATE YIELD PAID | 30-DAY TOTAL 30-DAY AVERAGE | YTM INCOME
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
4 0.001063000 0.004265000 4.70 139,574.93 3,933,950,871.295 131,131,695.710 152,177.98
5 0.001052000 0.005317000 4.64 137,722.33 3,933,243,319.228 131,108,110.641 149,160.58
6 0.001067000 0.006384000 4.70 139,621.59 3,932,507,300.723 131,083,576.691 150,133.85
7 0.001066000 0.007450000 4.68 139,456.59 3,931,772,489.789 131,059,082.993 150,294.90
8 0.001063000 0.008513000 4.69 139,097.97 3,931,284,930.219 131,042,831.007 150,615.46
9 0.001067000 0.009580000 4.71 139,621.38 3,930,615,776.780 131,020,525.893 151,443.94
10 0.001066000 0.010646000 4.70 139,490.53 3,930,346,684.571 131,011,556.152 151,443.94
11 0.001065000 0.011711000 4.70 139,149.15 3,929,879,919.037 130,995,997.301 151,443.94
12 0.001063000 0.012774000 4.69 138,848.32 3,929,375,977.304 130,979,199.243 150,722.87
13 0.001063000 0.013837000 4.71 138,605.81 3,928,719,914.347 130,957,330.478 151,690.60
14 0.001067000 0.014904000 4.74 138,922.45 3,927,865,988.806 130,928,866.294 152,195.81
15 0.001062000 0.015966000 4.72 138,256.75 3,927,046,987.259 130,901,566.242 151,640.03
16 0.001068000 0.017034000 4.75 139,037.86 3,926,271,092.058 130,875,703.069 152,595.26
17 0.001067000 0.018101000 4.75 138,907.67 3,925,419,165.114 130,847,305.504 152,595.26
18 0.001067000 0.019168000 4.75 138,852.35 3,924,515,388.253 130,817,179.608 152,595.26
19 0.001069000 0.020237000 4.78 139,080.27 3,923,581,356.278 130,786,045.209 153,787.26
20 0.001072000 0.021309000 4.80 139,412.08 3,922,604,608.989 130,753,486.966 154,103.76
21 0.001068000 0.022377000 4.76 139,137.00 3,921,875,115.200 130,729,170.507 153,055.90
22 0.001074000 0.023451000 4.78 139,963.48 3,921,201,177.485 130,706,705.916 153,377.00
23 0.001067000 0.024518000 4.73 139,051.25 3,920,527,239.770 130,684,241.326 152,277.97
24 0.001067000 0.025585000 4.73 139,051.25 3,919,885,921.624 130,662,864.054 152,277.97
25 0.001067000 0.026652000 4.73 139,051.25 3,919,244,603.478 130,641,486.783 152,277.97
26 0.001072000 0.027724000 4.75 139,920.26 3,918,806,101.104 130,626,870.037 152,277.97
27 0.001047000 0.028771000 4.63 136,668.20 3,918,428,301.462 130,614,276.715 152,898.23
28 0.001066000 0.029837000 4.72 139,095.08 3,917,984,787.279 130,599,492.909 152,073.02
29 0.001059000 0.030896000 4.68 138,155.80 3,917,544,036.653 130,584,801.222 152,499.89
30 0.001073000 0.031969000 4.74 139,982.22 3,917,086,822.157 130,569,560.739 154,815.27
31 0.001074000 0.033043000 4.74 140,112.68 3,916,242,461.363 130,541,415.379 154,815.27
1 0.001074000 0.001074000 4.74 140,112.68 3,915,398,100.569 130,513,270.019 154,815.27
2 0.001132000 0.002206000 5.00 148,093.94 3,914,920,045.864 130,497,334.862 154,815.27
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4,182,053.12
1 FIDELITY FUNDS 1 35-1 MUNICIPAL BOND SC19377 Page 3
REPORT #R430MA 30 DAY DIVIDEND HISTORY UN DATE: 01/31/96 TIME: 17:05
From 19951204 To 19960102
DAILY YTM NET DAILY YTM PAYDOWN ADJ TO 30-DAY YTM 30-DAY 30-DAY 30-DAY DAILY SEC PRIOR
DATE INCOME ADJ NET INCOME GAIN/LOSS INCOME NET INCOME MIL RATE YIELD YIELD DAY NAV
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
4 0.00 136,216.68 0.00 0.00 4,146,557.24 0.031619000 4.64 4.59 8.25
5 0.00 133,147.69 0.00 0.00 4,141,444.39 0.031582000 4.62 4.47 8.28
6 0.00 134,143.11 0.00 0.00 4,137,325.47 0.031557000 4.61 4.51 8.29
7 0.00 134,283.58 0.00 0.00 4,133,282.88 0.031532000 4.60 4.51 8.31
8 0.00 134,641.93 0.00 0.00 4,129,377.53 0.031508000 4.61 4.54 8.28
9 0.00 135,470.41 0.00 0.00 4,126,996.17 0.031493000 4.61 4.57 8.27
10 0.00 135,470.41 0.00 0.00 4,123,976.36 0.031476000 4.61 4.57 8.27
11 0.00 122,395.43 0.00 0.00 4,107,597.00 0.031353000 4.59 4.13 8.27
12 0.00 134,779.82 0.00 0.00 4,103,602.03 0.031326000 4.59 4.55 8.27
13 0.00 135,810.45 0.00 0.00 4,100,576.23 0.031307000 4.61 4.61 8.23
14 0.00 136,346.96 0.00 0.00 4,098,470.73 0.031296000 4.61 4.64 8.22
15 0.00 135,825.12 0.00 0.00 4,096,039.15 0.031284000 4.62 4.64 8.21
16 0.00 136,780.35 0.00 0.00 4,093,598.98 0.031272000 4.62 4.68 8.20
17 0.00 136,780.35 0.00 0.00 4,091,137.02 0.031260000 4.62 4.68 8.20
18 0.00 136,791.51 0.00 0.00 4,089,655.44 0.031255000 4.62 4.68 8.20
19 0.00 138,054.32 0.00 0.00 4,089,436.67 0.031261000 4.64 4.75 8.16
20 0.00 138,373.81 0.00 0.00 4,089,544.95 0.031269000 4.65 4.76 8.15
21 0.00 137,264.77 0.00 0.00 4,088,514.38 0.031269000 4.63 4.70 8.19
22 0.00 137,564.85 0.00 0.00 4,087,856.80 0.031270000 4.62 4.70 8.20
23 0.00 136,465.82 0.00 0.00 4,086,006.43 0.031261000 4.60 4.64 8.23
24 0.00 136,465.82 0.00 0.00 4,084,154.27 0.031252000 4.60 4.64 8.23
25 0.00 136,465.82 0.00 0.00 4,082,108.70 0.031242000 4.60 4.64 8.23
26 0.00 136,419.78 0.00 0.00 4,080,017.09 0.031231000 4.60 4.64 8.23
27 0.00 137,006.94 0.00 0.00 4,078,509.27 0.031223000 4.58 4.64 8.25
28 0.00 136,167.75 0.00 0.00 4,075,985.80 0.031206000 4.62 4.62 8.25
29 0.00 136,588.54 0.00 0.00 4,073,329.48 0.031189000 4.57 4.63 8.26
30 0.00 138,903.92 0.00 0.00 4,073,909.27 0.031197000 4.57 4.70 8.27
31 0.00 138,903.92 0.00 0.00 4,076,070.32 0.031218000 4.57 4.70 8.27
1 0.00 138,903.92 0.00 0.00 4,078,704.01 0.031245000 4.58 4.70 8.27
2 0.00 138,905.20 0.00 0.00 4,081,338.98 0.031271000 4.58 4.70 8.27
avg: 8.24
</TABLE>
Exhibit 16a
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
<S> <C>
Name: Municipal Bond (035) A. Pay Date E. Original Shares
Notes: B. X-Date F. Total Value
Load: C. Reinvest NAV G. Dividends
Redempt D. Monthend H. CG Long
FiscYea31-Dec
A B C D E F G H
1.00 Dec-85 1347.709 10000.00 0.048194
1.00 Jan-86 1347.709 10485.18 0.049060
1.00 Feb-86 1347.709 10795.15 0.045915
1.00 Mar-86 1347.709 10795.15 0.045212
1.00 Apr-86 1347.709 10700.81 0.045543
1.00 May-86 1347.709 10444.74 0.047002
1.00 Jun-86 1347.709 10525.61 0.047091
1.00 Jul-86 1347.709 10566.04 0.046951
1.00 Aug-86 1347.709 11024.26 0.046124
1.00 Sep-86 1347.709 10889.49 0.046227
1.00 Oct-86 1347.709 11078.17 0.044565
1.00 Nov-86 1347.709 11212.94 0.043418
1.00 Dec-86 1347.709 11159.03 0.045511
1.00 Jan-87 1347.709 11320.75 0.045098
1.00 Feb-87 1347.709 11361.19 0.043679
1.00 Mar-87 1347.709 11253.37 0.043995
1.00 Apr-87 1347.709 10498.65 0.047145
1.00 May-87 1347.709 10350.40 0.046770
1.00 Jun-87 1347.709 10471.70 0.044972
1.00 Jul-87 1347.709 10539.08 0.044876
1.00 Aug-87 1347.709 10525.61 0.046211
1.00 Sep-87 1347.709 9919.14 0.047011
1.00 Oct-87 1347.709 9946.09 0.047172
1.00 Nov-87 1347.709 10107.82 0.044528
1.00 Dec-87 1347.709 10242.59 0.046060
1.00 Jan-88 1347.709 10700.81 0.045890
1.00 Feb-88 1347.709 10741.24 0.045588
1.00 Mar-88 1347.709 10417.79 0.047140
1.00 Apr-88 1347.709 10390.84 0.046401
1.00 May-88 1347.709 10363.88 0.046540
1.00 Jun-88 1347.709 10498.65 0.045656
1.00 Jul-88 1347.709 10512.13 0.046219
1.00 Aug-88 1347.709 10471.70 0.047192
1.00 Sep-88 1347.709 10619.95 0.046318
1.00 Oct-88 1347.709 10795.15 0.046837
1.00 Nov-88 1347.709 10606.47 0.047352
1.00 Dec-88 1347.709 10714.29 0.047294
1.00 Jan-89 1347.709 10808.63 0.046417
1.00 Feb-89 1347.709 10633.42 0.047078
1.00 Mar-89 1347.709 10566.04 0.047257
1.00 Apr-89 1347.709 10808.63 0.046249
1.00 May-89 1347.709 10956.87 0.046709
1.00 Jun-89 1347.709 11051.21 0.046013
1.00 Jul-89 1347.709 11091.64 0.046406
1.00 Aug-89 1347.709 10929.92 0.046587
1.00 Sep-89 1347.709 10822.10 0.048419
1.00 Oct-89 1347.709 10889.49 0.044768
1.00 Nov-89 1347.709 10970.35 0.045223
1.00 Dec-89 1347.709 10956.87 0.046610
1.00 Jan-90 1347.709 10835.58 0.043833
1.00 Feb-90 1347.709 10876.01 0.044419
1.00 Mar-90 1347.709 10822.10 0.047087
1.00 Apr-90 1347.709 10619.95 0.044357
1.00 May-90 1347.709 10849.06 0.045346
1.00 Jun-90 1347.709 10902.96 0.044831
1.00 Jul-90 1347.709 11010.78 0.044683
1.00 Aug-90 1347.709 10741.24 0.045034
1.00 Sep-90 1347.709 10741.24 0.045610
1.00 Oct-90 1347.709 10808.63 0.045023
1.00 Nov-90 1347.709 10956.87 0.043398
1.00 Dec-90 1347.709 10956.87 0.045443
1.00 Jan-91 1347.709 11024.26 0.044700
1.00 Feb-91 1347.709 11024.26 0.042682
1.00 Mar-91 1347.709 10983.83 0.044416
1.00 Apr-91 1347.709 11078.17 0.043857
1.00 May-91 1347.709 11105.12 0.043220
1.00 Jun-91 1347.709 11051.21 0.043468
1.00 Jul-91 1347.709 11145.55 0.043823
1.00 Aug-91 1347.709 11226.42 0.044368
1.00 Sep-91 1347.709 11293.80 0.044347
1.00 Oct-91 1347.709 11347.71 0.043713
1.00 Nov-91 1347.709 11320.75 0.042863
06-Jan 20-Dec 8.40 Dec-91 1347.709 11415.09 0.044151 0.06
1.00 Jan-92 1347.709 11361.19 0.043832
1.00 Feb-92 1347.709 11320.75 0.042532
1.00 Mar-92 1347.709 11253.37 0.045927
1.00 Apr-92 1347.709 11307.28 0.043469
1.00 May-92 1347.709 11388.14 0.044391
1.00 Jun-92 1347.709 11536.39 0.041750
1.00 Jul-92 1347.709 11832.88 0.042995
1.00 Aug-92 1347.709 11603.77 0.043504
1.00 Sep-92 1347.709 11617.25 0.042062
1.00 Oct-92 1347.709 11320.75 0.043729
1.00 Nov-92 1347.709 11603.77 0.041736
04-Jan 18-Dec 8.45 Dec-92 1347.709 11455.53 0.043425 0.12
1.00 Jan-93 1347.709 11549.87 0.042675
08-Feb 05-Feb 8.58 Feb-93 1347.709 11913.75 0.037514 0.03
1.00 Mar-93 1347.709 11698.11 0.041349
1.00 Apr-93 1347.709 11778.98 0.040047
1.00 May-93 1347.709 11792.45 0.041826
1.00 Jun-93 1347.709 11954.18 0.039619
1.00 Jul-93 1347.709 11873.32 0.041632
1.00 Aug-93 1347.709 12129.38 0.041490
1.00 Sep-93 1347.709 12223.72 0.040205
1.00 Oct-93 1347.709 12169.81 0.040591
1.00 Nov-93 1347.709 11967.65 0.039465
03-Jan 17-Dec 8.64 Dec-93 1347.709 11711.59 0.040354 0.21
1.00 Jan-94 1347.709 11805.93 0.038659
07-Feb 04-Feb 8.70 Feb-94 1347.709 11388.14 0.035576 0.01
1.00 Mar-94 1347.709 10754.72 0.039438
1.00 Apr-94 1347.709 10754.72 0.037426
1.00 May-94 1347.709 10808.63 0.038925
1.00 Jun-94 1347.709 10673.85 0.037025
1.00 Jul-94 1347.709 10849.06 0.038205
1.00 Aug-94 1347.709 10822.10 0.038184
1.00 Sep-94 1347.709 10539.08 0.037279
1.00 Oct-94 1347.709 10215.63 0.039013
1.00 Nov-94 1347.709 9878.71 0.037240
03-Jan 16-Dec 7.31 Dec-94 1347.709 9932.61 0.037722 0.1000
1.00 Jan-95 1347.709 10215.63 0.036936
1.00 Feb-95 1347.709 10512.13 0.032624
1.00 Mar-95 1347.709 10579.51 0.036333
1.00 Apr-95 1347.709 10525.61 0.034759
1.00 May-95 1347.709 10822.10 0.034938
1.00 Jun-95 1347.709 10673.85 0.033203
1.00 Jul-95 1347.709 10714.29 0.034404
1.00 Aug-95 1347.709 10808.63 0.033987
1.00 Sep-95 1347.709 10835.58 0.032372
1.00 Oct-95 1347.709 10943.40 0.033025
1.00 Nov-95 1347.709 11091.64 0.031954
04-Dec 01-Dec 8.24 Dec-95 1347.709 11145.55 0.033043 0.0000
I. CG Short M. Cap Gain Shares Q. Cap Gains rec'd in Cash
J. NAV N. Cap Gain Value R. Cost of reinvest'd Distributions
K. Div Shares O. Total Value
L. Dividend VaP. Divs rec'd in Cash
I J K L M N O P Q R
7.42 10000
7.78 8 66 0 0 10551 66 0 66
8.01 16 130 0 0 10925 128 0 128
8.01 24 192 0 0 10987 189 0 190
7.94 32 253 0 0 10954 250 0 253
7.75 40 312 0 0 10756 314 0 317
7.81 49 379 0 0 10905 377 0 383
7.84 57 446 0 0 11012 440 0 448
8.18 65 531 0 0 11555 503 0 513
8.08 73 589 0 0 11479 565 0 578
8.22 81 663 0 0 11741 625 0 642
8.32 88 733 0 0 11946 683 0 704
8.28 96 795 0 0 11954 745 0 769
8.40 104 871 0 0 12192 806 0 834
8.43 111 938 0 0 12299 864 0 898
8.35 119 993 0 0 12247 924 0 962
7.79 128 996 0 0 11494 987 0 1031
7.68 137 1051 0 0 11401 1050 0 1100
7.77 145 1130 0 0 11601 1111 0 1167
7.82 154 1204 0 0 11743 1171 0 1234
7.81 163 1272 0 0 11797 1234 0 1303
7.36 173 1270 0 0 11189 1297 0 1374
7.38 182 1345 0 0 11291 1361 0 1446
7.50 191 1435 0 0 11543 1421 0 1514
7.60 201 1525 0 0 11767 1483 0 1585
7.94 210 1664 0 0 12365 1545 0 1656
7.97 218 1741 0 0 12483 1606 0 1727
7.73 228 1763 0 0 12181 1669 0 1801
7.71 238 1831 0 0 12222 1732 0 1874
7.69 247 1900 0 0 12264 1795 0 1948
7.79 256 1998 0 0 12496 1856 0 2020
7.80 266 2075 0 0 12587 1919 0 2095
7.77 276 2143 0 0 12614 1982 0 2171
7.88 285 2248 0 0 12868 2045 0 2246
8.01 295 2362 0 0 13157 2108 0 2322
7.87 305 2398 0 0 13005 2172 0 2400
7.95 315 2501 0 0 13215 2235 0 2478
8.02 324 2600 0 0 13409 2298 0 2555
7.89 334 2637 0 0 13270 2361 0 2634
7.84 344 2699 0 0 13265 2425 0 2714
8.02 354 2840 0 0 13648 2487 0 2792
8.13 364 2958 0 0 13915 2550 0 2871
8.20 373 3062 0 0 14113 2612 0 2950
8.23 383 3153 0 0 14245 2675 0 3030
8.11 393 3188 0 0 14118 2738 0 3111
8.03 404 3241 0 0 14063 2803 0 3195
8.08 413 3339 0 0 14229 2863 0 3273
8.14 423 3444 0 0 14414 2924 0 3353
8.13 433 3522 0 0 14479 2987 0 3435
8.04 443 3561 0 0 14397 3046 0 3514
8.07 453 3654 0 0 14530 3106 0 3593
8.03 463 3721 0 0 14543 3169 0 3678
7.88 474 3732 0 0 14351 3229 0 3758
8.05 484 3895 0 0 14744 3290 0 3841
8.09 494 3996 0 0 14899 3351 0 3923
8.17 504 4118 0 0 15129 3411 0 4005
7.97 514 4100 0 0 14842 3472 0 4089
7.97 525 4185 0 0 14927 3533 0 4174
8.02 536 4296 0 0 15105 3594 0 4258
8.13 546 4437 0 0 15394 3652 0 4340
8.13 556 4523 0 0 15480 3713 0 4426
8.18 567 4636 0 0 15660 3774 0 4511
8.18 577 4717 0 0 15742 3831 0 4592
8.15 587 4785 0 0 15769 3891 0 4678
8.22 598 4911 0 0 15990 3950 0 4763
8.24 608 5007 0 0 16113 4008 0 4847
8.20 618 5068 0 0 16119 4067 0 4932
8.27 628 5198 0 0 16343 4126 0 5018
8.33 639 5323 0 0 16549 4186 0 5106
8.38 650 5443 0 0 16737 4246 0 5194
8.42 660 5556 0 0 16904 4305 0 5281
8.40 670 5629 0 0 16950 4362 0 5367
0.01 8.47 681 5766 17 142 17323 4422 94 5597
8.43 691 5828 17 142 17331 4481 94 5687
8.40 702 5895 17 141 17357 4538 94 5775
8.35 713 5955 17 140 17349 4600 94 5869
8.39 724 6074 17 141 17522 4659 94 5960
8.45 735 6210 17 142 17740 4718 94 6052
8.56 745 6378 17 144 18059 4775 94 6140
8.78 755 6633 17 148 18613 4833 94 6231
8.61 766 6597 17 145 18345 4891 94 6323
8.62 777 6694 17 145 18456 4948 94 6413
8.40 788 6617 17 141 18079 5007 94 6506
8.61 798 6872 17 145 18621 5063 94 6596
0.06 8.50 809 6880 63 535 18870 5122 337 7079
8.57 820 7032 63 539 19120 5179 337 7174
0.01 8.84 830 7337 73 648 19899 5230 391 7347
8.68 841 7297 73 636 19632 5286 391 7440
8.74 851 7438 73 641 19858 5339 391 7531
8.75 862 7542 73 641 19976 5396 391 7626
8.87 872 7736 73 650 20340 5449 391 7716
8.81 883 7779 73 646 20298 5505 391 7812
9.00 894 8042 73 660 20831 5561 391 7907
9.07 904 8198 73 665 21086 5615 391 8000
9.03 914 8256 73 662 21088 5670 391 8095
8.88 925 8211 73 651 20830 5723 391 8187
0.16 8.69 936 8134 174 1510 21356 5778 889 9149
8.76 947 8295 174 1522 21623 5830 889 9244
8.45 957 8089 177 1492 20969 5878 903 9357
7.98 970 7737 177 1409 19901 5931 903 9455
7.98 981 7830 177 1409 19994 5981 903 9548
8.02 993 7967 177 1416 20192 6034 903 9646
7.92 1005 7961 177 1398 20033 6084 903 9739
8.05 1017 8188 177 1421 20459 6135 903 9835
8.03 1029 8265 177 1418 20505 6187 903 9932
7.82 1041 8144 177 1381 20064 6237 903 10028
7.58 1055 7994 177 1338 19548 6290 903 10128
7.33 1068 7827 177 1294 19000 6340 903 10224
0.030 7.37 1081 7969 223 1641 19543 6391 1078 10659
7.58 1094 8294 223 1688 20197 6440 1078 10757
7.80 1105 8622 223 1737 20871 6484 1078 10843
7.85 1118 8774 223 1748 21102 6533 1078 10941
7.81 1130 8823 223 1739 21087 6580 1078 11034
8.03 1141 9166 223 1788 21776 6627 1078 11128
7.92 1153 9130 223 1764 21568 6672 1078 11218
7.95 1165 9258 223 1770 21743 6718 1078 11312
8.02 1176 9433 223 1786 22027 6764 1078 11405
8.04 1187 9545 223 1790 22171 6808 1078 11494
8.12 1198 9731 223 1808 22483 6852 1078 11585
8.23 1209 9952 223 1833 22876 6895 1078 11674
0.004 8.27 1220 10092 224 1853 23090 6940 1084 11777
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EXHIBIT 16B
SCHEDULE FOR COMPUTATION OF ADJUSTED NAVS
Adjusted NAVs are derived by dividing the fund's actual NAV by a "factor"
that adjusts the NAV for any reinvestment of dividends and capital gains,
if any, that occurred during the period. The factor typically starts at "1"
beginning at the end of the period and, going backward, increases each time
a distribution is paid. (The end of the period adjusted NAV should equal
the fund's actual NAV, barring any month-end distributions.)
ADJUSTED NET ASSET VALUE:
Following Day Dividend + Following Day Capital Gains
Current Day Factor = <UNDEF>----------------------------------------------
+ 1<UNDEF> (Following Day Factor)
Following Day NAV
Where:
Following Day Factor = 1.0 until the day preceding the first distribution.
Current Day NAV
Adjusted NAV = ---------------
Current Day Factor
Exhibit 16b
Municipal Bond 035
Date Factor Adjusted NAV
07-Apr-95 1.038667 7.605904439407092
10-Apr-95 1.038667 7.605904439407092
11-Apr-95 1.038667 7.605904439407092
12-Apr-95 1.038667 7.605904439407092
13-Apr-95 1.038667 7.634787620822562
14-Apr-95 1.038667 NA
17-Apr-95 1.038667 7.634787620822562
18-Apr-95 1.038667 7.634787620822562
19-Apr-95 1.038667 7.625159893684072
20-Apr-95 1.038667 7.625159893684072
21-Apr-95 1.038667 7.625159893684072
24-Apr-95 1.038667 7.625159893684072
25-Apr-95 1.038667 7.615532166545582
26-Apr-95 1.038667 7.596276712268602
27-Apr-95 1.038667 7.567393530853132
28-Apr-95 1.034065 7.552719911921359
01-May-95 1.034065 7.552719911921359
02-May-95 1.034065 7.543049335849757
03-May-95 1.034065 7.533378759778155
04-May-95 1.034065 7.562390487992961
05-May-95 1.034065 7.60107279227937
08-May-95 1.034065 7.60107279227937
09-May-95 1.034065 7.659096248708984
10-May-95 1.034065 7.688107976923791
11-May-95 1.034065 7.678437400852188
12-May-95 1.034065 7.678437400852188
15-May-95 1.034065 7.688107976923791
16-May-95 1.034065 7.717119705138597
17-May-95 1.034065 7.7267902812102
18-May-95 1.034065 7.707449129066995
19-May-95 1.034065 7.697778552995393
22-May-95 1.034065 7.697778552995393
23-May-95 1.034065 7.707449129066995
24-May-95 1.034065 7.736460857281802
25-May-95 1.034065 7.746131433353404
26-May-95 1.034065 7.746131433353404
29-May-95 1.034065 NA
30-May-95 1.034065 7.765472585496609
31-May-95 1.029585 7.799259644175573
01-Jun-95 1.029585 7.80897229628538
02-Jun-95 1.029585 7.867248208944226
05-Jun-95 1.029585 7.886673513163842
06-Jun-95 1.029585 7.896386165273649
07-Jun-95 1.029585 7.886673513163842
08-Jun-95 1.029585 7.867248208944226
09-Jun-95 1.029585 7.80897229628538
12-Jun-95 1.029585 7.770121687846149
13-Jun-95 1.029585 7.799259644175573
14-Jun-95 1.029585 7.779834339955957
15-Jun-95 1.029585 7.750696383626534
16-Jun-95 1.029585 7.702133123077496
19-Jun-95 1.029585 7.711845775187303
20-Jun-95 1.029585 7.711845775187303
21-Jun-95 1.029585 7.750696383626534
22-Jun-95 1.029585 7.80897229628538
23-Jun-95 1.029585 7.799259644175573
26-Jun-95 1.029585 7.789546992065765
27-Jun-95 1.029585 7.760409035736342
28-Jun-95 1.029585 7.750696383626534
29-Jun-95 1.029585 7.692420470967688
30-Jun-95 1.025287 7.724669389767882
03-Jul-95 1.025287 7.724669389767882
04-Jul-95 1.025287 NA
05-Jul-95 1.025287 7.724669389767882
06-Jul-95 1.025287 7.763682871534387
07-Jul-95 1.025287 7.792942982859265
10-Jul-95 1.025287 7.822203094184144
11-Jul-95 1.025287 7.822203094184144
12-Jul-95 1.025287 7.841709835067396
13-Jul-95 1.025287 7.841709835067396
14-Jul-95 1.025287 7.841709835067396
17-Jul-95 1.025287 7.822203094184144
18-Jul-95 1.025287 7.812449723742517
19-Jul-95 1.025287 7.744176130651135
20-Jul-95 1.025287 7.734422760209509
21-Jul-95 1.025287 7.714916019326256
24-Jul-95 1.025287 7.734422760209509
25-Jul-95 1.025287 7.744176130651135
26-Jul-95 1.025287 7.744176130651135
27-Jul-95 1.025287 7.763682871534387
28-Jul-95 1.025287 7.753929501092761
31-Jul-95 1.020869 7.787484996760131
01-Aug-95 1.020869 7.767893839535577
02-Aug-95 1.020869 7.787484996760131
03-Aug-95 1.020869 7.758098260923301
04-Aug-95 1.020869 7.748302682311024
07-Aug-95 1.020869 7.738507103698747
08-Aug-95 1.020869 7.738507103698747
09-Aug-95 1.020869 7.738507103698747
10-Aug-95 1.020869 7.72871152508647
11-Aug-95 1.020869 7.699324789249639
14-Aug-95 1.020869 7.699324789249639
15-Aug-95 1.020869 7.699324789249639
16-Aug-95 1.020869 7.699324789249639
17-Aug-95 1.020869 7.699324789249639
18-Aug-95 1.020869 7.699324789249639
21-Aug-95 1.020869 7.718915946474193
22-Aug-95 1.020869 7.718915946474193
23-Aug-95 1.020869 7.718915946474193
24-Aug-95 1.020869 7.748302682311024
25-Aug-95 1.020869 7.777689418147854
28-Aug-95 1.020869 7.807076153984685
29-Aug-95 1.020869 7.797280575372408
30-Aug-95 1.020869 7.826667311209239
31-Aug-95 1.016561 7.889346280075615
01-Sep-95 1.016561 7.90902046032518
04-Sep-95 1.016561 NA
05-Sep-95 1.016561 7.918857550449963
06-Sep-95 1.016561 7.918857550449963
07-Sep-95 1.016561 7.918857550449963
08-Sep-95 1.016561 7.918857550449963
11-Sep-95 1.016561 7.928694640574745
12-Sep-95 1.016561 7.958205910949093
13-Sep-95 1.016561 7.958205910949093
14-Sep-95 1.016561 7.958205910949093
15-Sep-95 1.016561 7.958205910949093
18-Sep-95 1.016561 7.938531730699528
19-Sep-95 1.016561 7.94836882082431
20-Sep-95 1.016561 7.958205910949093
21-Sep-95 1.016561 7.899183370200398
22-Sep-95 1.016561 7.86967209982605
25-Sep-95 1.016561 7.86967209982605
26-Sep-95 1.016561 7.879509189950832
27-Sep-95 1.016561 7.83032373932692
28-Sep-95 1.016561 7.859835009701267
29-Sep-95 1.012484 7.940865088477126
02-Oct-95 1.012484 7.940865088477126
03-Oct-95 1.012484 7.950741786348366
04-Oct-95 1.012484 7.960618484219607
05-Oct-95 1.012484 7.970495182090847
06-Oct-95 1.012484 7.970495182090847
09-Oct-95 1.012484 7.970495182090847
10-Oct-95 1.012484 7.980371879962087
11-Oct-95 1.012484 7.980371879962087
12-Oct-95 1.012484 7.990248577833327
13-Oct-95 1.012484 8.029755369318288
16-Oct-95 1.012484 8.029755369318288
17-Oct-95 1.012484 8.029755369318288
18-Oct-95 1.012484 8.029755369318288
19-Oct-95 1.012484 8.029755369318288
20-Oct-95 1.012484 8.000125275704567
23-Oct-95 1.012484 7.980371879962087
24-Oct-95 1.012484 8.010001973575808
25-Oct-95 1.012484 8.019878671447048
26-Oct-95 1.012484 8.000125275704567
27-Oct-95 1.012484 8.000125275704567
30-Oct-95 1.012484 8.000125275704567
31-Oct-95 1.008383 8.052496466166819
01-Nov-95 1.008383 8.072330201305161
02-Nov-95 1.008383 8.082247068874332
03-Nov-95 1.008383 8.082247068874332
06-Nov-95 1.008383 8.082247068874332
07-Nov-95 1.008383 8.06241333373599
08-Nov-95 1.008383 8.082247068874332
09-Nov-95 1.008383 8.072330201305161
10-Nov-95 1.008383 8.052496466166819
13-Nov-95 1.008383 8.072330201305161
14-Nov-95 1.008383 8.072330201305161
15-Nov-95 1.008383 8.072330201305161
16-Nov-95 1.008383 8.092163936443503
17-Nov-95 1.008383 8.092163936443503
20-Nov-95 1.008383 8.092163936443503
21-Nov-95 1.008383 8.092163936443503
22-Nov-95 1.008383 8.092163936443503
23-Nov-95 1.008383 NA
24-Nov-95 1.008383 8.092163936443503
27-Nov-95 1.008383 8.102080804012673
28-Nov-95 1.008383 8.102080804012673
29-Nov-95 1.008383 8.121914539151015
30-Nov-95 1.004483 8.193270368058228
01-Dec-95 1.003996 8.207207887517865
04-Dec-95 1.003996 8.247048702505816
05-Dec-95 1.003996 8.257008906252804
06-Dec-95 1.003996 8.276929313746779
07-Dec-95 1.003996 8.247048702505816
08-Dec-95 1.003996 8.237088498758829
11-Dec-95 1.003996 8.237088498758829
12-Dec-95 1.003996 8.197247683770878
13-Dec-95 1.003996 8.18728748002389
14-Dec-95 1.003996 8.177327276276902
15-Dec-95 1.003996 8.167367072529915
18-Dec-95 1.003996 8.117566053794976
19-Dec-95 1.003996 8.117566053794976
20-Dec-95 1.003996 8.157406868782927
21-Dec-95 1.003996 8.167367072529915
22-Dec-95 1.003996 8.197247683770878
25-Dec-95 1.003996 NA
26-Dec-95 1.003996 8.207207887517865
27-Dec-95 1.003996 8.217168091264853
28-Dec-95 1.003996 8.227128295011841
29-Dec-95 1.000000 8.27
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