Procedural Announcement

An important procedural announcement, issued on May 23, 2003 addresses the following issues:

• Down Time for Computer Systems

• Claims Registers

• Document Backers / Two-Hole Punching / Secure Fasteners

• New Case Number Format

• Exhibits and Attachments

• Venue

• Motions / Requests for Change of Venue

• Gross Filing Deficiencies - Issuance of an Order to Show Cause for Immediate Dismissal

• Notice Requirements for Gross Filing Deficiencies

• Judgments Entered in Bankruptcy Cases or Adversary Proceedings