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EXHIBIT (j)(3)
June 1, 2000
The Galaxy Fund
4400 Computer Drive
Westborough, Massachusetts 01581-5108
Re: Connecticut Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund
Gentlemen:
We hereby consent, without admitting that we are in the category of
persons whose consent is required, to the reference to us under the caption
"Counsel" in the Statement of Additional Information included in
Post-Effective Amendment No. 49 to your Registration Statement on Form N-1A
(No. 33-4806) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Very truly yours,
/s/ Day, Berry & Howard LLP
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/s/ DAY, BERRY & HOWARD LLP
