- Additional Proxy Soliciting Materials (definitive) (DEFA14A)
March 25 2009 - 11:10AM
Edgar (US Regulatory)
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 14A
Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the
Securities Exchange Act
of 1934
(Amendment No. )
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Preliminary Proxy Statement
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Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))
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Definitive Proxy Statement
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Definitive Additional Materials
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Soliciting Material Pursuant to §240.14a-12
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Brunswick Corporation
(Name of Registrant as Specified In Its Charter)
(Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement, if
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*** Exercise Your
Right
to Vote ***
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials
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Meeting Information
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Meeting Type:
Annual Meeting of Shareholders
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For
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March 9, 2009
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Date:
May 6, 2009
Time:
1:00 p.m. CDT
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Location:
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BRUNSWICK CORPORATION
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1 N. FIELD COURT
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LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS 60045
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1 N. FIELD COURT
LAKE FOREST, IL 60045-4811
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You are receiving this communication because you hold shares in Brunswick Corporation.
This is not a ballot. You cannot use this notice to vote these shares. This communication presents
only an overview of the more complete proxy materials that are available to you on the Internet. You may view the proxy materials online at
www.proxyvote.com
or easily request a paper copy (see reverse side).
We encourage you to access and review all of the important information contained in the proxy
materials before voting.
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See the reverse side of this notice to obtain proxy materials and voting instructions.
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Before You Vote
How to Access the Proxy Materials
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Proxy Materials Available to VIEW or RECEIVE:
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NOTICE AND PROXY STATEMENT ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K
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How to
View Online:
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Have the 12-Digit Control Number available (located on the following page) and visit:
www.proxyvote.com.
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How to
Request and Receive a PAPER or E-MAIL Copy:
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If you want to receive a paper or e-mail copy of these documents, you must request one. There is NO charge for requesting a
copy. Please choose one of the following methods to make your request:
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BY INTERNET
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www.proxyvote.com
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BY TELEPHONE
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1-800-579-1639
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BY E-MAIL
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sendmaterial@proxyvote.com
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* If requesting materials by e-mail, please send a blank e-mail with the 12-Digit Control Number (located on the following page) in the subject line.
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Requests, instructions and other inquiries sent to this e-mail address will NOT be forwarded to your investment advisor. To facilitate timely delivery, please make the request as instructed above on or before
April 22, 2009.
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How To Vote
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Please Choose One of the Following Voting Methods
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Vote In Person:
At the meeting, you will need to request a ballot to vote these shares.
Vote By Internet:
To vote now by Internet, go to
www.proxyvote.com.
Have the 12-Digit
Control Number available and follow the instructions.
Vote By Mail:
You
can vote by mail by requesting a paper copy of the materials, which will include a proxy card.
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Voting Items
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The Board of Directors recommends a vote
FOR all nominees listed and FOR
Proposals 2
and 3.
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Election of Director-Nominees:
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Nominees:
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01) Anne E. Bélec
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02) J. Steven Whisler
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03) Manuel A. Fernandez
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Approval of the amendments to the Brunswick Corporation 2003 Stock Incentive Plan.
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Ratification of the Audit Committees selection of Ernst & Young LLP as the Companys independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending
December 31, 2009.
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In their discretion, on such other business as may properly come before the meeting.
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