Eaton Vance Municipal Income (EVN) chair passes; acting Board leader appointed

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Eaton Vance Municipal Income Trust reported the unexpected passing of its Board Chairperson, Mark R. Fetting, on August 9, 2025. He had served as Chairperson of the Board of Trustees.

Ms. Susan J. Sutherland is now serving as acting Chairperson of the Board. Effective August 12, 2025, the Board reduced its size from ten to nine members, reflecting this change in leadership.

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Governance & Closed-End Fund Analyst

Trust discloses unexpected Board chair death and interim leadership change.

Eaton Vance Municipal Income Trust reports that Board Chairperson Mark R. Fetting unexpectedly passed away on August 9, 2025. This is a significant personal loss and a governance event, as he led the Board of Trustees overseeing the fund.

The Trust states that Ms. Susan J. Sutherland is serving as acting Chairperson, providing immediate continuity in Board leadership. The Board also reduced its size from ten to nine members effective August 12, 2025, aligning the Board’s composition with the vacancy created by Mr. Fetting’s passing.

These actions indicate that leadership responsibilities have been reassigned, but the long-term Board structure and any potential permanent Chair appointment are not detailed in the excerpt. Future fund communications or reports may describe any further governance adjustments.

8-K Event Classification

Item 8.01 — Other Events

1 item

Item 8.01 Other Events Other

Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.

Understanding 8-K Material Events →

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 9, 2025

EATON VANCE MUNICIPAL INCOME TRUST

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Massachusetts (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)	811-09141 (Commission File Number)	04-6880058 (IRS Employer Identification No.)
One Post Office Square Boston, Massachusetts (Address of principal executive offices)		02109 (Zip Code)

(617) 482-8260
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Titles of Each Class	Trading Symbol	Name of exchange on which registered
Common Shares of Beneficial Interest, $0.01 par value	EVN	NYSE

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company □

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. □

Item 8.01 Other Events

Mr. Mark R. Fetting, who served as Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the registrant (the “Board”), unexpectedly passed away on August 9, 2025. Ms. Susan J. Sutherland is serving as acting Chairperson of the Board. Effective as of August 12, 2025, the Board has reduced the size of the Board from ten to nine members.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EATON VANCE MUNICIPAL INCOME TRUST

By: /s/ Deidre E. Walsh

Name: Deidre E. Walsh

Title: Vice President & Chief Legal Officer

Date:   August 14, 2025

FAQ

What did Eaton Vance Municipal Income Trust (EVN) disclose about its Board Chairperson?

Eaton Vance Municipal Income Trust disclosed that its Board Chairperson, Mark R. Fetting, unexpectedly passed away on August 9, 2025. He had been serving as Chairperson of the Board of Trustees overseeing the closed-end municipal income fund’s governance and oversight responsibilities.

Who is leading the Board of Eaton Vance Municipal Income Trust (EVN) after Mark R. Fetting’s passing?

Following Mark R. Fetting’s passing, Susan J. Sutherland is serving as acting Chairperson of the Board. This interim role provides continuity in leadership for the Trust’s Board of Trustees while it manages governance responsibilities after the unexpected change.

How did the Board size of Eaton Vance Municipal Income Trust (EVN) change?

Effective August 12, 2025, the Board of Eaton Vance Municipal Income Trust reduced its size from ten to nine members. This adjustment reflects the vacancy created by the passing of Board Chairperson Mark R. Fetting and updates the Board’s formal composition.

What type of SEC filing did Eaton Vance Municipal Income Trust (EVN) use for this disclosure?

Eaton Vance Municipal Income Trust used a Form 8-K under the Securities Exchange Act to disclose these governance changes. The filing falls under the “Other Events” item, which is used for material events not specifically covered by other 8-K items.

Did Eaton Vance Municipal Income Trust (EVN) announce any financial or earnings changes in this 8-K?

This 8-K focuses on governance changes, specifically the passing of the Board Chairperson, the appointment of an acting Chairperson, and a reduction in Board size. The excerpt does not present earnings, revenue, or other financial performance data for the Trust.

Who signed the Eaton Vance Municipal Income Trust (EVN) 8-K reporting these Board changes?

The 8-K was signed on behalf of Eaton Vance Municipal Income Trust by Deidre E. Walsh, who is identified as Vice President & Chief Legal Officer. This reflects her role in executing regulatory disclosures and filings for the Trust.