December 18, 2006

Dear Fellow Lauren Owners and Residents,

Your generosity toward Lauren employees and your timely contribution to the gift fund are greatly appreciated. For the Board, for Manager Walter Krolman, and for the loyal staff who will receive your holiday largess, a huge thank you. Below are the names of owners and residents who have contributed to the fund.

If you are not on the list, I recognize that you may have chosen to give gifts independently. However, if you missed the deadline and wish to add to the fund, we will gladly accept contributions at the front desk (payable to "Lauren Gift Fund") until the end of this week. I will send out an updated list of contributors and the collection total next week.

Thanks again for your generosity. Best wishes for happy holidays.

Sincerely,

Roger B. Hirschland, President Lauren Board of Directors