EX-13 4 dex13.htm 2007 ANNUAL REPORT TO SHAREHOLDERS 2007 Annual Report to Shareholders

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In the year 1908 when the Town of Altavista, Virginia was in its infancy, a group of local businessmen realized that the town, being located at the junction of two railroads, The Southern and the Virginian (soon to be completed) and the Staunton River, had prospects of great potential, but in order to grow and attract business, a bank was a necessity.

Mr. Henry L. Lane of the Lane Brothers Company, founders of the town, a local physician, Dr. W.O. Smith, and Mr. W. S. Frazier, a lumber mill owner and operator, proceeded with the organization of a bank and made application to the Treasury Department in Washington, D.C. for a charter which was granted on December 17, 1908 to “The First National Bank of Altavista,” Altavista, Virginia with a capitalization of $25,000. Mr. Lane was elected President, Dr. Smith, Vice President and Mr. E.T. Yeaman, Cashier, and banking was begun in a portion of a newly erected building of the Lane Brothers Company at the corner of Broad and Seventh Streets. Mr. Yeaman, the Cashier, operated the bank alone for some time and as business increased, the Board of Directors employed a bookkeeper, Miss Douglas Snow, in August, 1909.

In 1917, First National Bank purchased the building from Lane Brothers utilizing the same space in which it began and rented the space it did not use to several local businesses.

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With the confidence and cooperation of its depositors, the bank continued to grow through the challenging years of the depression.

Through its one hundred years of business, The First National Bank of Altavista has operated under six presidents, Henry L. Lane, Dr. W.O. Smith, W.S. Frazier, Paul W. Tyree, S. Thomas Cox and Robert H. Gilliam, Jr. The bank is unique in that it has maintained the same name and has been headquartered on the same corner at Broad and Seventh in Altavista as when the bank opened in 1908.

From humble beginnings in 1908, the bank has grown in assets to $279,913,000 as of December 31, 2007 with capital of $26,816,000. The First National Bank of Altavista currently maintains a total of eight offices. The Main Office and Vista Branch are located in the Town of Altavista, the Airport Branch and Timberlake Branch in Campbell County, the Old Forest Road Branch in the City of Lynchburg, the Forest Branch in Bedford County, the Amherst Branch in the Town of Amherst and a Loan Production Office in Franklin County at Smith Mountain Lake.

A total of one-hundred full and part-time staff members serve the bank’s customers.

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PINNACLE BANKSHARES CORPORATION

AND SUBSIDIARY

Table of Contents

 

     Page

Board of Directors

     2

Office Locations

     3

President’s Letter

     4

Selected Consolidated Financial Information

     6

Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operation

     7

Consolidated Balance Sheets

   26

Consolidated Statements of Income

   27

Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity and Comprehensive Income

   28

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

   29

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

   31

Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

   56

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

   57

Officers and Managers

   58

Robert H. Gilliam Jr.’s Election to the Federal Reserve Board of Directors

   59

Shareholder Information

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B O A R D  O F  D I R E C T O R S
A. Willard Arthur    James P. Kent, Jr.
Chairman and Secretary    Partner
Marvin V. Templeton & Sons, Inc.    Kent & Kent, P.C.
James E. Burton, IV    William F. Overacre
Vice President, Operations    Broker/Owner
Marvin V. Templeton & Sons, Inc.    RE/MAX 1st Olympic, REALTORS
John P. Erb    Carroll E. Shelton
Assistant Superintendent    Senior Vice President
Campbell County Schools    The First National Bank of Altavista
   Pinnacle Bankshares Corporation
Robert H. Gilliam, Jr.   
President & CEO    John L. Waller
The First National Bank of Altavista    Owner & Operator
Pinnacle Bankshares Corporation    Waller Farms, Inc.
R. B. Hancock, Jr.    Michael E. Watson
President & Owner    Controller
R.B.H., Inc.    Flippin, Bruce & Porter, Inc.

 

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PINNACLE BANKSHARES CORPORATION

AND SUBSIDIARY

The First National Bank of Altavista Office Locations

ALTAVISTA

MAIN OFFICE

622 Broad Street

Altavista, Virginia 24517

Telephone: (434) 369-3000

VISTA OFFICE

1301 N. Main Street

Altavista, Virginia 24517

Telephone: (434) 369-3001

LYNCHBURG

AIRPORT OFFICE

14580 Wards Road

Lynchburg, Virginia 24502

Telephone: (434) 237-3788

TIMBERLAKE OFFICE

20865 Timberlake Road

Lynchburg, Virginia 24502

Telephone: (434) 237-7936

OLD FOREST ROAD OFFICE

3309 Old Forest Road

Lynchburg, Virginia 24501

Telephone: (434) 385-4432

FOREST

FOREST OFFICE

14417 Forest Road

Forest, Virginia 24551

Telephone: (434) 534-0451

AMHERST

AMHERST OFFICE

130 South Main Street

Amherst, Virginia 24521

Telephone: (434) 946-7814

SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE

LOAN PRODUCTION OFFICE

74 Scruggs Road, Suite 102

Moneta, Virginia 24121

Telephone: (540) 719-0193

 

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TO OUR SHAREHOLDERS, CUSTOMERS AND FRIENDS:

This is a special time for all of us as The First National Bank of Altavista, the banking subsidiary of Pinnacle Bankshares Corporation, celebrates its 100th Anniversary in 2008. Achievement of this milestone has resulted from a combination of strong and conservative leadership, a committed staff, loyal customers and supportive ownership that has exhibited pride in being part of a successful community banking organization.

The First National Bank of Altavista is truly a unique company in that relatively few businesses of any sort can claim to have operated on the same corner and under the same name for one hundred years. From humble beginnings in 1908 in a town chartered only one year earlier, the Bank prospered for over ninety years within the town limits. It was not until 1999 that the Bank expanded outside the Town of Altavista to embark on what has become an objective of being the premier community financial institution in Region 2000. Today First National Bank has a total of eight office locations with only two of these being in Altavista.

We are fortunate that our growth in recent years has resulted in enhanced financial performance. 2007 saw a continuation of this trend. Income and assets once again reached new highs.

Net income for 2007 was $2,600,000, a 7.79% increase over net income of $2,412,000 for 2006. Return on average assets for 2007 was 0.97%, down slightly from the 1.00% threshold for 2006. Return on average equity grew from 10.10% in 2006 to 10.17% for 2007. Higher loan volume in 2007 was the primary reason for growth in net income, as interest margins decreased slightly for the year.

Total assets rose by 9.16% in 2007, ending the year at $279,913,000 compared with $256,421,000 at year-end 2006. Deposits grew 9.12% to $251,866,000 in 2007 and net loans increased 11.97% to $232,752,000 in 2007. Growth in deposits of $21,049,000 in 2007 funded all but $3,842,000 of the growth in net loans of $24,891,000. The difference was funded by maturing securities.

Stockholders’ equity at year-end 2007 was $26,816,000, an increase of $2,324,000 over the previous year. Book value per share was $17.95 as of the end of 2007. Average equity to average assets for the year was 9.51% and the Company continues to be “well capitalized” by all regulatory standards. The cash dividend rate for 2007 increased 9.09% to $0.60 per share and the dividend payout ratio for the year was 34.12%. 2007 marked the 31st consecutive year of an increase in the cash dividend rate.

With the strong growth we have realized in our loan portfolio over recent years, we have recognized the need for enhancement in our loan administration and loan operations functions. Restructuring our loan administration area became one of our top priorities and we accomplished a great deal toward this goal in 2007. Senior Vice President Carroll Shelton has filled the role of Chief Credit Officer,

 

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Vice President Todd Hall has become Chief Lending Officer and Vice President Pam Adams has become Loan Operations Manager. Tracie Robinson is now Vice President and Mortgage Production Manager and Edgar Tuck has recently joined the bank as Vice President and Smith Mountain Lake Market Manager. We expect these changes to result in continued strong loan production, enhanced credit risk management practices and improved efficiency in loan administration and operations. Congratulations to each of these key officers in their new responsibilities.

Progress was made in 2007 toward our goal of continued orderly expansion. Construction of a permanent facility is nearing completion in the Town of Amherst to replace the temporary branch we opened there in November 2006. We expect to be in business in this attractive location prior to the end of March. We contracted to acquire a branch site in Rustburg in 2007 which we feel will help solidify our presence in Campbell County. We have now closed on this property, located on Village Highway in the Rustburg Marketplace Shopping Center, and are currently developing site and building plans so that we might begin construction of a branch office there by mid-year 2008.

Based upon weakness in the economy and the Federal Reserve’s lowering of interest rates in an attempt to stimulate the economy, we anticipate that 2008 will be a challenging year for us from the standpoint of both asset quality and earnings. In the fourth quarter of 2007, we experienced a loss on a commercial real estate loan in Lynchburg that required a special loan loss provision to replenish our reserves. We are now seeing evidence of borrowers becoming strained in their ability to service loans which may result in impairment of other credits. Although our balance sheet today is less sensitive to fluctuations in interest rates than in previous years, our interest margins will decline in 2008 from the precipitous cuts in interest rates that have already occurred plus the expectation that rates will decline further. We will manage through this environment but may incur some set-backs along the way.

As for now, we are focused on celebrating successes of the past and our rich one hundred year heritage. We invite you to join us for our Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held at 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 8, 2008 in the Fellowship Hall of Altavista Presbyterian Church, 707 Broad Street, Altavista, Virginia, and for Customer Appreciation Days on May 2, August 1 and December 3 during 2008 at all of our office locations.

Thank you for the unique role you play in this special Company and for your continued support.

 

 

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  Robert H. Gilliam, Jr.
  President and Chief Executive Officer
February 21, 2008  

 

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PINNACLE BANKSHARES CORPORATION

AND SUBSIDIARY

Selected Consolidated Financial Information

(In thousands, except ratios, share and per share data)

 

     Years ended December 31,  
     2007     2006     2005     2004     2003  

Income Statement Data:

          

Net interest income

   $ 10,181     9,192     7,983     7,400     7,083  

Provision for loan losses

     462     339     230     223     470  

Noninterest income

     2,632     2,500     2,396     2,255     2,578  

Noninterest expenses

     8,524     7,825     7,166     6,901     6,738  

Income tax expense

     1,227     1,116     876     712     681  

Net income

     2,600     2,412     2,107     1,819     1,772  

Per Share Data:

          

Basic net income

   $ 1.76     1.65     1.44     1.25     1.22  

Diluted net income

     1.75     1.64     1.43     1.23     1.21  

Cash dividends

     0.60     0.55     0.49     0.45     0.44  

Book value

     17.95     16.66     15.91     15.24     14.71  

Weighted-Average Shares Outstanding:

          

Basic

     1,479,689     1,459,007     1,458,615     1,457,406     1,455,530  

Diluted

     1,489,377     1,471,806     1,476,288     1,473,442     1,469,739  

Balance Sheet Data:

          

Assets

   $ 279,913     256,421     233,490     219,813     206,344  

Loans, net

     232,752     207,861     181,268     158,846     147,883  

Securities

     19,635     24,866     29,261     34,224     37,108  

Cash and cash equivalents

     18,344     14,586     13,814     17,336     13,766  

Deposits

     251,866     230,817     209,246     196,639     183,865  

Stockholders’ equity

     26,816     24,492     23,212     22,207     21,435  

Performance Ratios:

          

Return on average assets

     0.97 %   1.00 %   0.94 %   0.86 %   0.87 %

Return on average equity

     10.17 %   10.10 %   9.29 %   8.33 %   8.51 %

Dividend payout

     34.12 %   33.25 %   33.93 %   36.06 %   36.07 %

Asset Quality Ratios:

          

Allowance for loan losses to total loans, net of unearned income and fees

     0.73 %   0.84 %   0.83 %   0.94 %   1.02 %

Net charge-offs to average loans, net of unearned income and fees

     0.23 %   0.04 %   0.13 %   0.16 %   0.16 %

Capital Ratios:

          

Leverage

     9.54 %   9.80 %   9.88 %   9.85 %   9.79 %

Risk-based:

          

Tier 1 capital

     10.55 %   9.92 %   10.54 %   10.98 %   11.57 %

Total capital

     11.24 %   10.64 %   11.23 %   11.75 %   12.45 %

Average equity to average assets

     9.51 %   9.91 %   10.07 %   10.32 %   10.20 %

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

of Financial Condition and Results of Operation

(in thousands, except ratios, share and per share data)

The following discussion is qualified in its entirety by the more detailed information and the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes appearing elsewhere in this Annual Report. In addition to the historical information contained herein, this Annual Report contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements, which are based on certain assumptions and describe future plans, strategies, and expectations of management, are generally identifiable by use of words such as “believe,” “expect,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “project,” “may,” “will” or similar expressions. Although we believe our plans, intentions and expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, we can give no assurance that these plans, intentions, or expectations will be achieved. Our ability to predict results or the actual effect of future plans or strategies is inherently uncertain, and actual results, performance or achievements could differ materially from those contemplated. Factors that could have a material adverse effect on our operations and future prospects include, but are not limited to, changes in: interest rates; general economic conditions; the legislative/regulatory climate; monetary and fiscal policies of the U.S. government, including policies of the U.S. Treasury and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; the quality or composition of the loan and/or investment portfolios; demand for loan products; deposit flows; competition; demand for financial services in our market area; and accounting principles, policies and guidelines. These risks and uncertainties should be considered in evaluating forward-looking statements contained herein. Bankshares bases its forward-looking statements on management’s beliefs and assumptions based on information available as of the date of this report. You should not place undue reliance on such statements, because the assumptions, beliefs, expectations and projections about future events on which they are based may, and often do, differ materially from actual results. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect developments occurring after the statement is made.

Company Overview

Pinnacle Bankshares Corporation, a Virginia corporation (Bankshares), was organized in 1997 and is registered as a bank holding company under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, as amended. Bankshares is headquartered in Altavista, Virginia. Bankshares conducts all of its business activities through the branch offices of its wholly owned subsidiary bank, The First National Bank of Altavista (the Bank). Bankshares exists primarily for the purpose of holding the stock of its subsidiary, the Bank, and of such other subsidiaries as it may acquire or establish.

The First National Bank of Altavista currently maintains a total of eight offices to serve its customers. The Main Office and Vista Branch are located in the Town of Altavista, the Airport Branch and Timberlake Branch in Campbell County, the Old Forest Road Branch in the City of Lynchburg, the Forest Branch in Bedford County, the Amherst Branch in the Town of Amherst and a Loan Production Office in Franklin County at Smith Mountain Lake. The Bank also maintains an administrative and training facility in the Wyndhurst section of the City of Lynchburg.

A total of one-hundred full and part-time staff members serve the Bank’s customers.

With an emphasis on personal service, the Bank today offers a broad range of commercial and retail banking products and services including checking, savings and time deposits, individual retirement accounts, merchant bankcard processing, residential and commercial mortgages, home equity loans, consumer installment loans, agricultural loans, investment loans, small business loans, commercial lines of credit and letters of credit. The Bank also offers a full range of investment, insurance and annuity products through its association with BI Investment Group, and Banker’s Insurance, LLC. The Bank has two wholly-owned subsidiaries: FNB Property Corp., which holds title to Bank premises real estate; and First Properties, Inc., which holds title to other real estate owned from foreclosures.

 

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The following discussion supplements and provides information about the major components of the results of operations and financial condition, liquidity and capital resources of Bankshares and its subsidiary (collectively the Company). This discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with the Company’s consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes.

Executive Summary

The Company serves a trade area consisting primarily of Campbell County, northern Pittsylvania County, eastern Bedford County, northern Franklin County, Amherst County and the city of Lynchburg from facilities located in the town of Altavista and the city of Lynchburg, Virginia. In addition, in June 1999 the Company opened the Airport facility, located just outside the Lynchburg city limits. In August 2000, the Company opened the Old Forest Road facility, located on Old Forest Road in Lynchburg, and the Brookville Plaza facility, located on Timberlake Road in Lynchburg. The Company opened these offices to better serve the Lynchburg and northern Campbell County areas. To better service eastern Bedford County, the Company opened the Forest facility in August 2004 located at the intersection of Perrowville Road and Route 221. In July 2005, the Company opened the Smith Mountain Lake Loan Production Office located on Scruggs Road in Moneta. In May 2006, the Company moved the Brookville Plaza facility on Timberlake Road in Lynchburg to a new full service facility approximately 1.5 miles away on Timberlake Road in Campbell County now referred to as the Timberlake facility. This move was completed to better service our customers by providing drive-through teller lanes and an ATM, safe deposit boxes, night depository and the same good service given at the previous facility. In November 2006, the Company opened the Amherst Office at a temporary site located on Richmond Highway in Amherst to extend our services to Amherst County and further expand our footprint. The Bank is scheduled to open the permanent Amherst facility on South Main Street in Amherst in March 2008. In January of 2008, the Company acquired a branch site in Rustburg, Virginia located on Village Highway in the Rustburg Marketplace Shopping Center which will further increase our presence in Campbell County in the future. The Company is currently developing site and building plans in anticipation of beginning construction of a facility by mid-year 2008. The Company operates in a well-diversified industrial economic region that does not depend upon one or a few types of commerce.

The Company earns revenues on the interest margin between the interest it charges on loans it extends to customers and interest received on the Company’s securities portfolio net of the interest it pays on deposits to customers. The Company also earns revenues on service charges on deposit and loan products, gains on securities that are called or sold, fees from origination of mortgages, and other noninterest income items including but not limited to overdraft fees, commissions from investment, insurance and annuity sales, safe deposit box rentals, and automated teller machine surcharges. The Company’s revenue generating activities and related expenses are outlined in the consolidated statements of income and consolidated statements of changes in stockholders’ equity and comprehensive income and accompanying notes and in “Results of Operations” below.

The Company generates cash through its operating, investing and financing activities. The generation of cash flows is outlined more fully in the consolidated statements of cash flows and accompanying notes and in “Liquidity and Asset/Liability Management” below.

The Company’s balance sheet experienced strong growth in its loan and deposit portfolios and good growth overall in 2007 assisted by growth in the commercial loan portfolio, continued deposit and loan growth at the Forest facility and good initial growth at our new Amherst facility. The overall growth of the Company is outlined in the consolidated balance sheets and accompanying notes and the “Investment Portfolio,” “Loan Portfolio,” “Bank Premises and Equipment,” “Deposits” and “Capital Resources” discussions below.

The Company looks to continue growing in 2008 and plans to research further expansion opportunities. While growing, the Company is continually striving to leverage efficiencies from our reporting and imaging systems. The Company is also striving to make our customers’ lives more convenient by offering innovative products and services and providing many channels to bank with us including Internet banking, Internet bill pay, telephone banking, debit cards and real-time ATMs. The Company will continue to strive to identify and install convenient products and services in 2008 with the goal to better enhance the customer’s experience with the Company.

 

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Overview of 2007 and 2006

Total assets at December 31, 2007 were $279,913, up 9.16% from $256,421 at December 31, 2006. The principal components of the Company’s assets at the end of the year were $18,344 in cash and cash equivalents, $19,635 in securities and $232,752 in net loans. During the year ended December 31, 2007, gross loans increased 11.83% or $24,818. The Company’s lending activities are a principal source of income.

Total liabilities at December 31, 2007 were $253,097, up 9.13% from $231,929 at December 31, 2006, with the increase reflective of an increase in total deposits of $21,049 or 9.12%. Noninterest-bearing demand deposits increased $3,613 or 15.29% and represented 10.82% of total deposits at December 31, 2007, compared to 10.24% at December 31, 2006. Savings and NOW accounts increased $5,072 or 7.27% and represented 29.73% of total deposits at December 31, 2007, compared to 30.24% at December 31, 2006. Time deposits increased $12,364 or 9.00% at December 31, 2007 and represented 59.45% of total deposits at December 31, 2007, compared to 59.52% at December 31, 2006. The Company’s deposits are provided by individuals and businesses located within the communities served.

Total stockholders’ equity at December 31, 2007 was $26,816 compared to $24,492 at December 31, 2006.

The Company had net income of $2,600 for the year ended December 31, 2007, compared to net income of $2,412 for the year ended December 31, 2006, an increase of 7.79%.

Profitability as measured by the Company’s return on average assets (ROA) was 0.97% in 2007, compared to 1.00% in 2006. Another key indicator of performance, the return on average equity (ROE), was 10.17% for 2007, compared to 10.10% for 2006.

Overview of 2006 and 2005

Total assets at December 31, 2006 were $256,421, up 9.82% from $233,490 at December 31, 2005. The principal components of the Company’s assets at the end of 2006 were $14,586 in cash and cash equivalents, $24,866 in securities and $207,861 in net loans. During the year ended December 31, 2006, gross loans increased 14.71% or $26,907.

Total liabilities at December 31, 2006 were $231,929, up 10.30% from $210,278 at December 31, 2005, with the increase reflective of an increase in total deposits of $21,571 or 10.31%. Noninterest-bearing demand deposits increased $1,717 or 7.84% and represented 10.24% of total deposits at December 31, 2006, compared to 10.47% at December 31, 2005. Savings and NOW accounts increased $5,137 or 7.94% and represented 30.24% of total deposits at December 31, 2006, compared to 30.90% at December 31, 2005. Time deposits increased $14,717 or 12.00% at December 31, 2006 and represented 59.52% of total deposits at December 31, 2006, compared to 58.63% at December 31, 2005.

Total stockholders’ equity at December 31, 2006 was $24,492 compared to $23,212 at December 31, 2005.

The Company had net income of $2,412 for the year ended December 31, 2006, compared to net income of $2,107 for the year ended December 31, 2005, an increase of 14.48%.

Profitability as measured by the Company’s return on average assets (ROA) was 1.00% in 2006, compared to 0.94% in 2005. Another key indicator of performance, the return on average equity (ROE), was 10.10% for 2006, compared to 9.29% for 2005.

 

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Results of Operations

Net Interest Income. Net interest income represents the principal source of earnings for the Company. Net interest income is the amount by which interest and fees generated from loans, securities and other interest-earning assets exceed the interest expense associated with funding those assets. Changes in the amounts and mix of interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities, as well as their respective yields and rates, have a significant impact on the level of net interest income. Changes in the interest rate environment and the Company’s cost of funds also affect net interest income.

The net interest spread decreased to 3.44% for the year ended December 31, 2007 from 3.56% for the year ended December 31, 2006. Net interest income was $10,181 ($10,345 on a tax-equivalent basis) for the year ended December 31, 2007, compared to $9,192 ($9,334 on a tax-equivalent basis) for the year ended December 31, 2006, and is attributable to interest income from loans, federal funds sold and securities exceeding the cost associated with interest paid on deposits and other borrowings. In 2007, our loans repriced at higher rates less rapidly than did our deposits, causing our interest rate spread to decrease. The Bank’s yield on interest-earning assets for the year ended December 31, 2007 was 0.34% higher than the year ended December 31, 2006 due to lower yielding assets being replaced by higher yielding ones in 2007. The Bank’s cost of funds rate on interest-bearing liabilities in 2007 was 0.46% higher compared to 2006.

The net interest spread increased to 3.56% for the year ended December 31, 2006 from 3.43% for the year ended December 31, 2005. Net interest income was $9,192 ($9,334 on a tax-equivalent basis) for the year ended December 31, 2006, compared to $7,983 ($8,156 on a tax-equivalent basis) for the year ended December 31, 2005, and is attributable to interest income from loans, federal funds sold and securities exceeding the cost associated with interest paid on deposits and other borrowings. In 2006, our loans repriced at higher rates more rapidly than did our deposits, causing our interest rate spread to increase. The Bank’s yield on interest-earning assets for the year ended December 31, 2006 was 0.84% higher than the year ended December 31, 2005 due to lower yielding assets being replaced by higher yielding ones in 2006. The Bank’s cost of funds rate on interest-bearing liabilities in 2006 was 0.71% higher compared to 2005.

The Company’s net interest margin decreased in 2007 from 2006 levels. The Company attempts to increase net interest margin by product pricing strategies. Many economic forecasts of interest rates for 2008 predict that interest rates may decrease if the overall economy shows signs of sluggishness. The Company expects its net interest margin to decline in 2008 from the precipitous cuts in interest rates that have occurred in January of 2008 plus the expectation that rates will decline further. While there is no guarantee of how rates may change in 2008, the Company will strive to price products that are competitive in the market, allow for growth and strive to maintain the net interest margin as much as possible. The Company also continues to strive to find new sources of noninterest income to combat the effects of volatility in the interest rate environment.

The following table presents the major categories of interest-earning assets, interest-earning liabilities and stockholders’ equity with corresponding average balances, related interest income or interest expense and resulting yield and rates for the periods indicated.

 

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ANALYSIS OF NET INTEREST INCOME

 

     Years ended December 31,  
     2007     2006     2005  
     Average
balance(1)
    Interest
income/
expense
   Rate
earned/
paid
    Average
balance(1)
    Interest
income/
expense
   Rate
earned/
paid
    Average
balance(1)
    Interest
income/
expense
   Rate
earned/
paid
 

Assets

                     

Interest-earning assets:

                     

Loans (2)(3)

   $ 222,412     16,748    7.53 %   194,819     13,979    7.18 %   171,388     10,847    6.33 %

Investment securities:

                     

Taxable

     17,178     831    4.84 %   20,111     988    4.91 %   23,540     1,150    4.89 %

Tax-exempt (4)

     5,910     386    6.53 %   6,555     419    6.39 %   8,501     577    6.79 %

Interest-earning deposits

     87     4    4.60 %   91     5    5.49 %   205     6    2.93 %

Federal funds sold

     11,496     554    4.82 %   7,695     368    4.78 %   9,227     263    2.85 %
                                         

Total interest-earning assets

     257,083     18,523    7.21 %   229,271     15,759    6.87 %   212,861     12,843    6.03 %

Other assets:

                     

Allowance for loan losses

     (1,802 )        (1,638 )        (1,556 )     

Cash and due from banks

     5,132          4,929          6,115       

Other assets, net

     7,792          8,367          7,691       
                                   

Total assets

   $ 268,205          240,929          225,111       
                                   
     Years ended December 31,  
     2007     2006     2005  
     Average
balance(1)
    Interest
income/
expense
   Rate
earned/
paid
    Average
balance(1)
    Interest
income/
expense
   Rate
earned/
paid
    Average
balance(1)
    Interest
income/
expense
   Rate
earned/
paid
 

Liabilities and Stockholders’ equity

                     

Interest-bearing liabilities:

                     

Savings and NOW

   $ 73,171     1,403    1.92 %   66,666     1,048    1.57 %   63,374     549    0.87 %

Time

     143,769     6,771    4.71 %   127,185     5,367    4.22 %   116,895     4,119    3.52 %

Other borrowings

     60     4    6.67 %   158     10    6.33 %   260     16    6.15 %

Federal funds purchased

     —       —        —       —      —       75     3    4.00 %
                                         
     217,000     8,178    3.77 %   194,009     6,425    3.31 %   180,604     4,687    2.60 %

Noninterest-bearing liabilities:

                     

Demand deposits

     24,631          22,008          21,169       

Other liabilities

     1,240          1,054          662       
                                   
     242,871          217,071          202,435       

Stockholders’ equity

     25,334          23,858          22,676       
                                   
     268,205          240,929          225,111       
                                         

Net interest income

     10,345        9,334        8,156   
                           

Net interest margin (5)

        4.02 %        4.05 %        3.83 %
                                 

Net interest spread (6)

        3.44 %        3.56 %        3.43 %
                                 

 

(1) Averages are daily averages.
(2) Loan interest income includes amortization of loan fees of $23 in 2007, amortization of loan fees of $53 in 2006 and accretion of loan fees of $45 in 2005.

 

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(3) For the purpose of these computations, non-accrual loans are included in average loans.
(4) Tax-exempt income from investment securities is presented on a tax-equivalent basis assuming a 34% U.S. Federal tax rate for 2007, 2006 and 2005.
(5) The net interest margin is calculated by dividing net interest income by average total interest-earning assets.
(6) The net interest spread is calculated by subtracting the interest rate paid on interest-bearing liabilities from the interest rate earned on interest-earning assets.

As discussed above, the Company’s net interest income is affected by the change in the amounts and mix of interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities, referred to as “volume change,” as well as by changes in yields earned on interest-earning assets and rates paid on deposits and other borrowed funds, referred to as “rate change.” The following table presents, for the periods indicated, a summary of changes in interest income and interest expense for the major categories of interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities and the amounts of change attributable to variations in volumes and rates.

RATE/VOLUME ANALYSIS

 

     Years ended December 31,  
     2007 compared to 2006
Increase (decrease)
    2006 compared to 2005
Increase (decrease)
 
     Volume     Rate     Net     Volume     Rate     Net  

Interest earned on interest-earning assets:

            

Loans (1)

   $ 1,986     783     2,769     1,601     1,531     3,132  

Investment securities:

            

Taxable

     (177 )   20     (157 )   (129 )   (32 )   (161 )

Tax-exempt (2)

     (50 )   17     (33 )   (126 )   (32 )   (158 )

Interest-earning deposits

     —       (1 )   (1 )   2     (3 )   (1 )

Federal funds sold

     182     4     186     (34 )   138     104  
                                      

Total interest earned on interest-earning assets

     1,941     823     2,764     1,314     1,602     2,916  
                                      

Interest paid on interest-bearing liabilities:

            

Savings and NOW

     70     285     355     30     469     499  

Time

     679     725     1,404     383     865     1,248  

Federal funds purchased

     —       —       —       (3 )   —       (3 )

Other borrowings

     (7 )   1     (6 )   (6 )   —       (6 )
                                      

Total interest paid on interest-bearing liabilities

     742     1,011     1,753     404     1,334     1,738  
                                      

Change in net interest income

   $ 1,199     (188 )   1,011     910     268     1,178  
                                      

 

(1) Non-accrual loans are included in the average loan totals used in the calculation of this table.
(2) Tax-exempt income from investment securities is presented on a tax equivalent basis assuming a 34% U.S. Federal tax rate.

Provision for Loan Losses. The provision for loan losses is based upon the Company’s evaluation of the quality of the loan portfolio, total outstanding and committed loans, previous loan losses and current and anticipated economic conditions. The amount of the provision for loan losses is a charge against earnings. Actual loan losses are charges against the allowance for loan losses.

The Company’s allowance for loan losses is typically maintained at a level deemed adequate to provide for known and inherent losses in the loan portfolio. No assurance can be given that unforeseen adverse economic conditions or other circumstances will not result in increased provisions in the future. Additionally, regulatory examiners may require the Company to recognize additions to the allowance based upon their judgment about information available to them at the time of their examinations.

The provisions for loan losses for the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005 were $462, $339 and $230, respectively. See “Allowance for Loan Losses” for further discussion.

 

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Noninterest Income. Total noninterest income for the year ended December 31, 2007 increased $132, or 5.28% to $2,632 from $2,500 in 2006. The Company’s principal source of noninterest income is service charges and fees on deposit accounts, particularly transaction accounts, fees on sales of mortgage loans, and commissions and fees from investment, insurance, annuity and other bank products. The increase in 2007 is primarily attributable to an increase in service charges on deposits accounts and commissions on products sales. Service charges on deposit accounts increased $55 and commissions on investment product sales increased $39 for the year ended December 31, 2007, compared to 2006.

Total noninterest income for the year ended December 31, 2006 increased $104, or 4.34% to $2,500 from $2,396 in 2005. The increase in 2006 is primarily attributable to an increase in service charges on deposits accounts and commissions on products sales. Service charges on deposit accounts increased $64 and commissions on investment product sales increased $46 for the year ended December 31, 2006, compared to 2005.

Noninterest Expense. Total noninterest expense for the year ended December 31, 2007 increased $699 or 8.93% to $8,524 from $7,825 in 2006. The increase in noninterest expense is attributable to the effect of overall growth of the Company on personnel expenses and fixed asset costs. The Company has added seven new branches and a loan production facility to its operations since June 1999. The $276 increase in other expense is primarily due to an $83 loss on the Company’s investment in Bankers Investments Group, LLC. In December 2007, Bankers Investments Group, LLC, in which the Bank is a member, entered into merger agreement with Infinex Financial Group. The merger is expected to be completed in March 2008. Based upon the approved terms of the merger, the Bank recognized a permanent impairment loss of $83 in its investment in Bankers Investments Group, LLC in December 2007. Other expenses that contributed to the increase in other expense was a $48 expense associated with the sale of a charged-off property in December 2007, a $22 increase in telephone expense, a $13 increase in legal fees and a $22 increase in indirect loan chargebacks.

Total noninterest expense for the year ended December 31, 2006 increased $659 or 9.20% to $7,825 from $7,166 in 2005. The increase in noninterest expense is attributable to the effect of overall growth of the Company on personnel expenses and fixed asset costs. The $108 increase in other expense is primarily due to a $48 increase in consultant expenses, a $7 increase in costs associated with our overdraft privilege program, an $8 increase in legal fees, a $9 increase in fees paid to directors, and a $35 increase in indirect loan chargebacks.

Income Tax Expense. Applicable income taxes on 2007 earnings amounted to $1,227, resulting in an effective tax rate of 32.06% compared to $1,116, or 31.63% in 2006. The effective tax rate for 2007 is higher primarily because the level of tax-exempt interest income for 2007 was lower compared to 2006.

Applicable income taxes on 2006 earnings amounted to $1,116, resulting in an effective tax rate of 31.63% compared to $876, or 29.37% in 2005. The effective tax rate for 2006 is higher primarily because the level of tax-exempt interest income for 2006 was lower compared to 2005.

Liquidity and Asset/Liability Management

Effective asset/liability management includes maintaining adequate liquidity and minimizing the impact of future interest rate changes on net interest income. The responsibility for monitoring the Company’s liquidity and the sensitivity of its interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities lies with the Asset Liability Committee of the Bank which meets at least quarterly to review liquidity and the adequacy of funding sources.

Cash Flows. The Company derives cash flows from its operating, investing and financing activities. Cash flows of the Company are primarily used to fund loans and securities and are provided by the deposits and borrowings of the Company.

The Company’s operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2007 resulted in net cash provided of $3,773, compared to net cash provided from operating activities of $3,218 in 2006. The increase is primarily attributable to the Company’s cash received from net interest income of $10,184, which was $1,020 higher than the net interest received in 2006 as a result of an increase in loan

 

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volume and yield received of $2,210. Cash paid for noninterest expenses of $7,747 was $188 lower than 2006 primarily due to a lower pension contribution in 2007. Partially offsetting this was cash received from noninterest income in 2007 that was $71 lower than the noninterest income amount received in 2006. Also, the Company’s cash paid for income taxes totaled $1,019 in 2007 compared to $900 in 2006. Management expects any changes in the Company’s cash provided by operating activities to be partially offset through continued expansion of the Company’s loan origination programs, changes in deposit pricing strategies and continued focus on improving the efficiency of the Company’s operations.

The Company’s cash flows from investing activities for the year ended December 31, 2007 resulted in net cash used of $20,332, compared to net cash used in investing activities of $23,135 in 2006. The decrease is primarily attributable to a $2,012 decrease in cash used to make loans to customers as the Company increased its gross loans by 11.83% from 2006 to 2007 as compared to 14.71% from 2005 to 2006. The Company expects to continue to increase its loan portfolio in 2008. The Company also experienced fewer paydowns and maturities of available-for-sale mortgage-backed securities. The Company expects a slightly lower volume of paydowns in available-for-sale mortgage-backed securities in 2008 due to fewer mortgage-backed securities in the investment portfolio.

Net cash provided by financing activities for the year ended December 31, 2007 resulted in net cash provided of $20,317, compared to net cash provided by financing activities of $20,689 in 2006. The decrease in net cash provided is primarily attributable to the lower net increase in deposits from 2006 to 2007 compared to 2005 to 2006. The Company had success in attracting all different types of deposits to fund the growth in the loan portfolio although the cost of the deposits increased in 2007.

The Company’s operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2006 resulted in net cash provided of $3,218, compared to net cash provided from operating activities of $2,711 in 2005. The increase is primarily attributable to the Company’s cash received from net interest income of $9,164, which was $1,116 higher than the net interest received in 2005 as a result of an increase in loan volume and yield received of $2,423. Partially offsetting this was cash received from noninterest income in 2006 that was $34 lower than the noninterest income amount received in 2005 and cash paid for noninterest expenses of $7,935 that was $1,299 higher than 2005 primarily due to the Company’s increased personnel and fixed asset expenses associated with its continued growth. Also, the Company’s cash paid for income taxes totaled $900 in 2006 compared to $688 in 2005.

The Company’s cash flows from investing activities for the year ended December 31, 2006 resulted in net cash used of $23,135, compared to net cash used in investing activities of $18,044 in 2005. The increase is primarily attributable to a $4,788 increase in cash used to make loans to customers as the Company increased its gross loans by 14.71%. The Company also experienced fewer paydowns and maturities of available-for-sale mortgage-backed securities due to a rising interest rate environment in 2006.

Net cash provided by financing activities for the year ended December 31, 2006 resulted in net cash provided of $20,689, compared to net cash provided by financing activities of $11,811 in 2005. The increase in net cash provided is primarily attributable to the net increase in deposits. The Company had success in attracting all different types of deposits to fund the growth in the loan portfolio although the cost of the deposits increased in 2006.

Liquidity. Liquidity measures the ability of the Company to meet its maturing obligations and existing commitments, to withstand fluctuations in deposit levels, to fund its operations, and to provide for customers’ credit needs. Liquidity represents an institution’s ability to meet present and future financial obligations through either the sale or maturity of existing assets or the acquisition of additional funds from alternative funding sources.

The Company’s liquidity is provided by cash and due from banks, federal funds sold, investments available-for-sale, managing investment maturities, interest-earning deposits in other financial institutions and loan repayments. The Company’s ratio of liquid

 

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assets to deposits and short-term borrowings was 13.66% as of December 31, 2007 as compared to 14.89% as of December 31, 2006. The Company sells excess funds as overnight federal funds sold to provide an immediate source of liquidity. Federal funds sold for the year ended December 31, 2007 was $11,562 as compared to $8,638 for the year ended December 31, 2006. The increase in federal funds sold in 2007 was primarily related to the net increase in deposits and paydowns and maturities of securities in 2007. Cash and due from banks of $6,782 as of December 31, 2007 was $834 higher when compared to December 31, 2006.

The level of deposits may fluctuate significantly due to seasonal business cycles of depository customers. Levels of deposits are also affected by convenience of branch locations and ATMs to the customer, the rates offered on interest-bearing deposits and the attractiveness of noninterest-bearing deposit offerings compared with the competition. Similarly, the level of demand for loans may vary significantly and at any given time may increase or decrease substantially. However, unlike the level of deposits, management has more direct control over lending activities and maintains the level of those activities according to the amounts of available funds. Loan demand may be affected by the overall health of the local economy, loan rates compared with the competition and other loan features offered by the Company.

As a result of the Company’s management of liquid assets and its ability to generate liquidity through alternative funding sources, management believes that the Company maintains overall liquidity that is sufficient to satisfy its depositors’ requirements and to meet customers’ credit needs. Additional sources of liquidity available to the Company include its capacity to borrow funds through correspondent banks and the Federal Home Loan Bank.

The Company obtains sources of funds through growth in deposits, scheduled payments and prepayments from the loan and investment portfolio, retained earnings growth, and may purchase or borrow funds through the Federal Reserve’s discount window. The Company also has sources of liquidity through three correspondent banking relationships. The Company uses its funds to fund loan and investment growth. Excess funds are sold daily to other institutions. The Company had one borrowing with the Federal Home Loan Bank during 2007 with an interest rate of 6.13%. The final principal payment of the borrowing was made in December 2007.

Interest Rates

While no single measure can completely identify the impact of changes in interest rates on net interest income, one gauge of interest rate sensitivity is to measure, over a variety of time periods, the differences in the amounts of the Company’s rate-sensitive assets and rate-sensitive liabilities. These differences or “gaps” provide an indication of the extent to which net interest income may be affected by future changes in interest rates. A “positive gap” exists when rate-sensitive assets exceed rate-sensitive liabilities and indicates that a greater volume of assets than liabilities will reprice during a given period. This mismatch may enhance earnings in a rising interest rate environment and may inhibit earnings in a declining interest rate environment. Conversely, when rate-sensitive liabilities exceed rate-sensitive assets, referred to as a “negative gap,” it indicates that a greater volume of liabilities than assets will reprice during the period. In this case, a rising interest rate environment may inhibit earnings and a declining interest rate environment may enhance earnings. The cumulative one-year gap as of December 31, 2007 was $(15,340), representing 5.48% of total assets. This negative gap falls within the parameters set by the Company.

The following table illustrates the Company’s interest rate sensitivity gap position at December 31, 2007.

 

     1 year     1-3 years     3-5 years    5-15 years

ASSET/(LIABILITY):

         

Cumulative interest rate sensitivity gap

   $ (15,340 )   (21,220 )   16,263    38,781

 

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As of December 31, 2007, the Company was liability-sensitive in periods from one to three years and was asset-sensitive beyond three years. The foregoing table does not necessarily indicate the impact of general interest rate movements on the Company’s net interest yield, because the repricing of various categories of assets and liabilities is discretionary and is subject to competition and other pressures. As a result, various assets and liabilities indicated as repricing within the same period may in fact price at different times and at different rate levels. Management attempts to mitigate the impact of changing interest rates in several ways, one of which is to manage its interest rate-sensitivity gap. In addition to managing its asset/liability position, the Company has taken steps to mitigate the impact of changing interest rates by generating noninterest income through service charges, and offering products that are not interest rate-sensitive.

Effects of Inflation

The effect of changing prices on financial institutions is typically different from other industries as the Company’s assets and liabilities are monetary in nature. Interest rates are significantly impacted by inflation, but neither the timing nor the magnitude of the changes is directly related to price level indices. Impacts of inflation on interest rates, loan demand and deposits are not reflected in the consolidated financial statements.

Investment Portfolio

The Company’s investment portfolio is used primarily for investment income and secondarily for liquidity purposes. The Company invests funds not used for capital expenditures or lending purposes in securities of the U.S. Government and its agencies, mortgage-backed securities, and taxable and tax-exempt municipal bonds, corporate securities or certificates of deposit. Obligations of the U.S. Government and its agencies include treasury notes and callable or noncallable agency bonds. The mortgage-backed securities include mortgage-backed security pools that are diverse as to interest rates and guarantors. The Company has not invested in derivatives or other high-risk type securities.

Investment securities available-for-sale as of December 31, 2007 were $15,460, a decrease of $3,761 or 19.57% from $19,221 as of December 31, 2006. Investment securities held-to-maturity decreased to $4,175 as of December 31, 2007 from $5,645 as of December 31, 2006, a decrease of $1,470 or 26.04%.

The following table presents the composition of the Company’s investment portfolios as of the dates indicated.

 

     December 31,
     2007    2006    2005
     Amortized
costs
   Fair
values
   Amortized
costs
   Fair
values
   Amortized
costs
   Fair
values

Available-for-Sale

                 

U.S. Treasury securities and obligations of U.S. Government corporations and agencies

   $ 2,647    2,657    4,889    4,843    3,985    3,921

Obligations of states and political subdivisions

     6,142    6,178    6,033    6,025    6,922    6,934

Corporate securities

     2,498    2,474    3,502    3,451    6,055    5,985

Mortgage-backed securities – government

     4,132    4,101    4,908    4,852    5,494    5,461

Other securities

     50    50    50    50    50    50
                               

Total available-for-sale

   $ 15,469    15,460    19,382    19,221    22,506    22,351
                               
     December 31,
     2007    2006    2005
     Amortized
costs
   Fair
values
   Amortized
costs
   Fair
values
   Amortized
costs
   Fair
values

Held-to-Maturity

                 

Obligations of states and political subdivisions

   $ 4,175    4,213    5,645    5,673    6,910    6,982
                               

Total held-to-maturity

   $ 4,175    4,213    5,645    5,673    6,910    6,982
                               

 

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The following table presents the maturity distribution based on fair values and amortized costs of the investment portfolios as of the dates indicated.

INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO – MATURITY DISTRIBUTION

 

     December 31, 2007  
      Amortized
Costs
   Fair
Values
   Yield  

Available-for-Sale

        

U.S. Treasury securities and obligations of U.S. Government corporations:

        

Within one year

   $ 1,000    999    3.99 %

After one but within five years

     1,647    1,658    4.55 %

Obligations of states and political subdivisions (1):

        

Within one year

     1,130    1,130    4.41 %

After one but within five years

     3,502    3,523    4.65 %

After five years through ten years

     1,010    1,026    4.44 %

After ten years

     500    499    3.40 %

Corporate securities:

        

Within one year

     1,500    1,496    4.39 %

After one but within five years

     998    978    4.23 %

Mortgage-backed securities – government

     4,132    4,101    5.12 %

Other securities (2)

     50    50    —    
              

Total available-for-sale

   $ 15,469    15,460   
              

Held-to-Maturity

        

Obligations of states and political subdivisions (1):

        

Within one year

     1,670    1,670    4.18 %

After one but within five years

     2,204    2,245    4.77 %

After five years through ten years

     301    298    3.45 %
              

Total held-to-maturity

   $ 4,175    4,213   
              

 

(1) Obligations of states and political subdivisions include yields of tax–exempt securities presented on a tax-equivalent basis assuming a 34% U.S. Federal tax rate.
(2) Equity securities are assumed to have a life greater than ten years.

Loan Portfolio

The Company’s net loans were $232,752 as of December 31, 2007, an increase of $24,891 or 11.97% from $207,861 as of December 31, 2006. This increase resulted primarily from increased volume of commercial loan originations during 2007 and loan volume from our loan production facility. The Company’s ratio of net loans to total deposits was 92.41% as of December 31, 2007 compared to 90.05% as of December 31, 2006.

Typically, the Company maintains a ratio of loans to deposits of between 70% and 90%. The loan portfolio primarily consists of commercial, real estate (including real estate term loans, construction loans and other loans secured by real estate), and loans to individuals for household, family and other consumer expenditures. However, the Company adjusts its mix of lending and the terms of its loan programs according to market conditions and other factors. The Company’s loans are typically made to businesses and individuals located within the Company’s market area, most of whom have account relationships with the Bank. There is no concentration of loans exceeding 10% of total loans that is not disclosed in the categories presented below. The Company has not made any loans to any foreign entities including governments, banks, businesses or individuals. Commercial and construction loans in the Company’s portfolio are primarily variable rate loans and have little interest rate risk.

 

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The following table presents the composition of the Company’s loan portfolio as of the dates indicated.

LOAN PORTFOLIO

 

     December 31,  
     2007     2006     2005     2004     2003  

Real estate loans:

          

Residential

   $ 75,579     68,540     55,936     52,470     52,264  

Other

     92,102     72,797     53,039     43,877     34,697  

Loans to individuals for household, family and other consumer expenditures

     46,834     46,360     44,369     41,449     44,367  

Commercial and industrial loans

     19,909     21,694     28,659     21,680     17,635  

All other loans

     240     454     935     992     533  
                                

Total loans, gross

     234,664     209,845     182,938     160,468     149,496  

Less unearned income and fees

     (192 )   (214 )   (162 )   (120 )   (85 )
                                

Loans, net of unearned income and fees

     234,472     209,631     182,776     160,348     149,411  

Less allowance for loan losses

     (1,720 )   (1,770 )   (1,508 )   (1,502 )   (1,528 )
                                

Loans, net

   $ 232,752     207,861     181,268     158,846     147,883  
                                

Commercial Loans. Commercial and industrial loans accounted for 8.48% of the Company’s loan portfolio as of December 31, 2007 compared to 15.62% as of December 31, 2006. Such loans are generally made to provide operating lines of credit, to finance the purchase of inventory or equipment, and for other business purposes. Commercial loans are primarily made at rates that adjust with changes in the prevailing prime interest rate, are generally made for a maximum term of five years (unless they are term loans), and generally require interest payments to be made monthly. The creditworthiness of these borrowers is reviewed, analyzed and evaluated on a periodic basis. Most commercial loans are collateralized with business assets such as accounts receivable, inventory and equipment. Even with substantial collateralization such as all of the assets of the business and personal guarantees, commercial lending involves considerable risk of loss in the event of a business downturn or failure of the business. Commercial loan volume has fallen from 2006 to 2007 as the Company has focused on commercial real estate and construction lending in 2008.

Real Estate Loans. Real estate loans accounted for 71.46% of the Company’s loan portfolio as of December 31, 2007 compared to 62.08% as of December 31, 2006. The Company makes commercial and industrial real estate term loans that are typically secured by a first deed of trust. As of December 31, 2007, 42.33% of the real estate loans were secured by 1-4 family residential properties compared to 50.52% at December 31, 2006. As of December 31, 2007, 26.47% of total real estate loans were construction loans compared to 14.22% at December 31, 2006. Real estate lending involves risk elements when there is lack of timely payment and/or a decline in the value of the collateral. The current local market in 2007 remained strong with real estate values maintaining value although many areas of the nation experienced decreasing real estate values in 2007. The Company is now seeing evidence of borrowers becoming strained in ability to service loans which may result in impairment of other credits. The Company will continue to monitor the real estate market in 2008 for signs of weakness in the local market.

Installment Loans. Installment loans are represented by loans to individuals for household, family and other consumer expenditures. Installment loans accounted for 19.96% of the Company’s loan portfolio as of December 31, 2007 compared to 22.09% as of December 31, 2006.

Loan Maturity and Interest Rate Sensitivity. The following table presents loan portfolio information related to maturity distribution of commercial and industrial loans and real estate construction loans based on scheduled repayments at December 31, 2007.

 

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LOAN MATURITY

 

     Due within
one year
   Due one to
five years
   Due after
five years
   Total

Commercial and industrial loans

   $ 13,892    5,106    911    19,909

Real estate – construction

     33,755    8,927    1,706    44,388

The following table presents the interest rate sensitivity of commercial and industrial loans and real estate construction loans maturing after one year or longer as of December 31, 2007.

INTEREST RATE SENSITIVITY

 

Fixed interest rates

   $ 5,503

Variable interest rates

     514
      

Total maturing after one year

   $ 6,017
      

Restructured Loans. The Company had no restructured loans during the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006.

Nonperforming Assets. Interest on loans is normally accrued from the date a disbursement is made and recognized as income as it is accrued. Generally, the Company reviews any loan on which payment has not been made for 90 days for potential non-accrual. The loan is examined and the collateral is reviewed to determine loss potential. If the loan is placed on non-accrual status, any prior accrued interest that remains unpaid is reversed. Loans on non-accrual status amounted to $634, $255 and $421 as of December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005, respectively. Interest income that would have been earned on non-accrual loans if they had been current in accordance with their original terms and the recorded interest that was included in income on these loans was not significant for 2007, 2006 or 2005. There were no commitments to lend additional funds to customers whose loans were on non-accrual status at December 31, 2007. No foreclosed property was on hand as of December 31, 2007 and 2006. Foreclosed property as of December 31, 2005 consisted of one property totaling $150.

The following table presents information with respect to the Company’s nonperforming assets and nonaccruing loans 90 days or more past due by type as of the dates indicated.

NONPERFORMING ASSETS

 

     December 31,
     2007    2006    2005

Nonaccrual loans

   $ 634    255    421

Foreclosed properties

     —      —      150
                

Total nonperforming assets

   $ 634    255    571
                

Nonperforming assets totaled $634 or 0.27% of total gross loans as of December 31, 2007, compared to $255 or 0.12% as of December 31, 2006 and $571 or 0.31% as of December 31, 2005. The following table presents the balance of accruing loans 90 days or more past due by type as of the dates indicated.

ACCRUING LOANS 90 DAYS OR MORE

PAST DUE BY TYPE

 

     December 31,
     2007    2006    2005

Loans 90 days or more past due by type:

        

Real estate loans

   $ 149    —      17

Loans to individuals

     7    15    —  

Commercial loans

     —      —      51
                

Total accruing loans 90 days or more past due

   $ 156    15    68
                

 

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Allowance for Loan Losses. The Company maintains an allowance for loan losses, which it considers adequate to cover the risk of losses in the loan portfolio. The allowance is based upon management’s ongoing evaluation of the quality of the loan portfolio, total outstanding and committed loans, previous charges against the allowance and current and anticipated economic conditions. The allowance is also subject to regulatory examinations and determinations as to adequacy, which may take into account such factors as the methodology used to calculate the allowance. The Company’s management believes that as of December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005, the allowance was adequate. The amount of the provision for loan losses is a charge against earnings. Actual loan losses are charged against the allowance for loan losses.

Management evaluates the reasonableness of the allowance for loan losses on a quarterly basis and adjusts the provision as deemed necessary. As of December 31, 2007, the allowance for loan losses totaled $1,720 or 0.73% of total loans, net of unearned income and fees compared to $1,770 or 0.84% of total loans, net of unearned income and fees as of December 31, 2006. The provision for loan losses for the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006 was $462 and $339, respectively. Net charge-offs for the Company were $512 and $77 for the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively. The ratio of net loan charge-offs during the period to average loans outstanding for the period was 0.23% and 0.04% for the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively.

As of December 31, 2006, the allowance for loan losses totaled $1,770 or 0.84% of total loans, net of unearned income and fees compared to $1,508 or 0.83% of total loans, net of unearned income and fees as of December 31, 2005. The provision for loan losses for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005 was $339 and $230, respectively. Net charge-offs for the Company were $77 and $224 for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005, respectively. The ratio of net loan charge-offs during the period to average loans outstanding for the period was 0.04% and 0.13% for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005, respectively.

The following table presents charged off loans, provisions for loan losses, recoveries on loans previously charged off, allowance adjustments and the amount of the allowance for the years indicated.

ANALYSIS OF ALLOWANCE FOR LOAN LOSSES

 

     Years ended December 31,  
     2007     2006     2005     2004     2003  

Balance at beginning of year

   $ 1,770     1,508     1,502     1,528     1,298  

Loan charge-offs:

          

Real estate loans – other

     —       —       —       —       —    

Real estate loans – commercial

     (223 )   —       —       (24 )   —    

Commercial and industrial loans

     (137 )   —       (66 )   (98 )   —    

Loans to individuals for household, family and other consumer expenditures

     (286 )   (206 )   (314 )   (229 )   (367 )
                                

Total loan charge-offs

     (646 )   (206 )   (380 )   (351 )   (367 )
                                

Loan recoveries:

          

Loans to individuals for household, family and other consumer expenditures

     134     129     156     102     127  
                                

Net loan charge-offs

     (512 )   (77 )   (224 )   (249 )   (240 )

Provisions for loan losses

     462     339     230     223     470  
                                

Balance at end of year

   $ 1,720     1,770     1,508     1,502     1,528  
                                

The primary risk elements considered by management with respect to each installment and conventional real estate loan are lack of timely payment and the value of the collateral. The primary risk elements with respect to real estate construction loans are fluctuations in real estate values in the Company’s market areas, inaccurate estimates of construction costs, fluctuations in interest

 

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rates, the availability of conventional financing, the demand for housing in the Company’s market area and general economic conditions. The primary risk elements with respect to commercial loans are the financial condition of the borrower, general economic conditions in the Company’s market area, the sufficiency of collateral, the timeliness of payment and, with respect to adjustable rate loans, interest rate fluctuations. Management has a policy of requesting and reviewing annual financial statements from its commercial loan customers and periodically reviews the existence of collateral and its value. Management also has a reporting system that monitors all past due loans and has adopted policies to pursue its creditor’s rights in order to preserve the Company’s position.

Loans are charged against the allowance when, in management’s opinion, they are deemed uncollectible, although the Bank continues to aggressively pursue collection. The Company considers a number of factors to determine the need for and timing of charge-offs including the following: whenever any commercial loan becomes past due for 120 days for any scheduled principal or interest payment and there is no recommendation to place the loan in non-accrual status; whenever foreclosure on real estate collateral or liquidation of other collateral does not result in full payment of the obligation and the deficiency or some portion thereof is deemed uncollectible, the uncollectible portion shall be charged-off; whenever any installment loan becomes past due for 120 days and has not been placed in non-accrual status; whenever any repossessed vehicle remains unsold for 60 days after repossession; whenever a bankruptcy notice is received on any installment loan and review of the facts results in an assessment that all or most of the balance will not be collected, the loan will be placed in non-accrual status; whenever a bankruptcy notice is received on a small, unsecured, revolving installment account; and whenever any other small, unsecured, revolving installment account becomes past due for 180 days.

Although management believes that the allowance for loan losses is adequate to absorb losses as they arise, there can be no assurance that (i) the Company will not sustain losses in any given period which could be substantial in relation to the size of the allowance for loan losses, (ii) the Company’s level of nonperforming loans will not increase, (iii) the Company will not be required to make significant additional provisions to its allowance for loan losses, or (iv) the level of net charge-offs will not increase and possibly exceed applicable reserves.

The following table presents the allocation of the allowance for loan losses as of the dates indicated. Notwithstanding these allocations, the entire allowance for loan losses is available to absorb charge-offs in any category of loans.

 

    December 31, 2007     December 31, 2006     December 31, 2005     December 31, 2004     December 31, 2003  
    Allowance
for loan
losses
  Percent of
loans in each
category to
total loans
    Allowance
for loan
losses
  Percent of
loans in each
category to
total loans
    Allowance
for loan
losses
  Percent of
loans in each
category to
total loans
    Allowance
for loan
losses
  Percent of
loans in each
category to
total loans
    Allowance
for loan
losses
  Percent of
loans in each
category to
total loans
 

Real estate loans:

                   

Residential

  $ 57   32.21 %   17   24.72 %   75   30.58 %   20   32.69 %   71   34.96 %

Other

    970   39.25 %   282   36.75 %   173   28.99 %   107   27.34 %   366   23.21 %

Loans to individuals for households, family and other consumer expenditures

    416   19.96 %   502   22.09 %   417   24.25 %   333   25.84 %   333   29.68 %

Commercial and industrial loans

    226   8.48 %   509   16.22 %   730   15.66 %   951   13.52 %   727   11.79 %

All other loans

    —     0.10 %   —     0.22 %   —     0.52 %   43   0.61 %   —     0.36 %

Unallocated

    51   —       460   —       113   —       48   —       31   —    
                                                   

Totals

  $ 1,720   100.00 %   1,770   100.00 %   1,508   100.00 %   1,502   100.00 %   1,528   100.00 %
                                                   

 

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While consumer related charge-offs represent a majority of total charge-offs over the last three years, they are of a low dollar amount on an individual loan basis. Commercial loans on the other hand, though few in terms of the number of charge-offs over the past two years, have the potential to greatly impact the allowance if a particular loan defaults. The Bank’s loan review team uses the principles of Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (SFAS) No. 5, Accounting for Contingencies and SFAS No. 114, Accounting by Creditors for Impairment of a Loan, an amendment of FASB Statements No. 5 and 15, when determining the allowance for loan losses between loan categories. The determination of a loan category’s allowance is based on the probability of a loan’s default and the probability of loss in the event of a default.

Credit Risk Management

The risk of nonpayment of loans is an inherent aspect of commercial banking. The degree of perceived risk is taken into account in establishing the structure of, and interest rates and security for, specific loans and various types of loans. The Company strives to minimize its credit risk exposure by its credit underwriting standards and loan policies and procedures. Management continually evaluates the credit risks of such loans and believes it has provided adequately for the credit risks associated with these loans. The Company has implemented and expects to continue to implement and update new policies and procedures to maintain its credit risk management systems.

Bank Premises and Equipment

Bank premises and equipment decreased 0.84% in 2007 compared to a decrease of 2.64% in 2006 due to depreciation and no major expenditures on new facilities or facility upgrades in 2007. The Company is leasing the Timberlake and temporary Amherst branch facilities that opened in 2006. The permanent Amherst facility is scheduled to open in March 2008. In early 2008, the Company began leasing a building in the Wyndhurst section of Lynchburg for administrative and training purposes.

Deposits

Average deposits were $241,571 for the year ended December 31, 2007, an increase of $25,712 or 11.91% from $215,859 of average deposits for the year ended December 31, 2006. As of December 31, 2007, total deposits were $251,866 representing an increase of $21,049 or 9.12% from $230,817 in total deposits as of December 31, 2006. The change in deposits during 2007 was primarily due to changes in previously existing accounts and new accounts opened as a result of relationship changes, new locations, pricing and products offered in 2007.

For the year ended December 31, 2007, average noninterest-bearing demand deposits were $24,631 or 10.20% of average deposits. For the year ended December 31, 2006, average noninterest-bearing demand deposits were $22,008 or 10.20% of average deposits. Average interest-bearing deposits were $216,940 for the year ended December 31, 2007, representing an increase of $23,089 or 11.91% over the $193,851 in average interest-bearing deposits for the year ended December 31, 2006.

The levels of noninterest-bearing demand deposits (including retail accounts) are influenced by such factors as customer service, service charges and the availability of banking services. No assurance can be given that the Company will be able to maintain its current level of noninterest-bearing deposits. Competition from other banks and thrift institutions as well as money market funds, some of which offer interest rates substantially higher than the Company, makes it difficult for the Company to maintain the current level of noninterest-bearing deposits. Management continually works to implement pricing and marketing strategies designed to control the cost of interest-bearing deposits and to maintain a stable deposit mix.

 

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The following table presents the Company’s average deposits and the average rate paid for each category of deposits for the periods indicated.

AVERAGE DEPOSIT INFORMATION

 

     Year ended
December 31, 2007
    Year ended
December 31, 2006
    Year ended
December 31, 2005
 
     Average
amount of
deposits(1)
   Average
rate
paid
    Average
amount of
deposits(1)
   Average
rate
paid
    Average
amount of
deposits(1)
   Average
rate
paid
 

Noninterest-bearing demand deposits

   $ 24,631    N/A     22,008    N/A     21,169    N/A  

Interest-bearing demand deposits

     43,056    2.47 %   34,436    2.77 %   28,218    1.12 %

Savings deposits

     30,115    1.13 %   32,230    0.45 %   35,156    0.55 %

Time deposits:

               

Under $100,000

     104,532    4.99 %   91,158    4.51 %   86,010    3.66 %

$100,000 and over

     39,237    3.96 %   36,027    3.48 %   30,885    3.16 %
                       

Total average time deposits

     143,769      127,185      116,895   
                       

Total average deposits

   $ 241,571      215,859      201,438   
                       

 

(1) Averages are daily averages.

The following table presents the maturity schedule of time certificates of deposit of $100,000 and over and other time deposits of $100,000 and over as of December 31, 2007.

TIME DEPOSITS OF $100,000 AND OVER

 

     Certificates of
deposit
   Other time
deposits
   Total

Three months or less

   $ 3,944    542    4,486

Over three through six months

     2,462    1,161    3,623

Over six through 12 months

     13,724    3,200    16,924

Over 12 months

     11,093    3,802    14,895
                

Total time deposits of $100,000 and over

   $ 31,223    8,705    39,928
                

Financial Ratios

The following table presents certain financial ratios for the periods indicated.

RETURN ON EQUITY AND ASSETS

 

     Years ended December 31,  
     2007     2006     2005  

Return on average assets

   0.97 %   1.00 %   0.94 %

Return on average equity

   10.17 %   10.10 %   9.29 %

Dividend payout ratio

   34.12 %   33.25 %   33.93 %

Average equity to average assets

   9.51 %   9.91 %   10.07 %

Capital Resources

The Company’s financial position at December 31, 2007 reflects liquidity and capital levels currently adequate to fund anticipated future business expansion. Capital ratios are well in excess of required regulatory minimums for a “well-capitalized” institution. The assessment of capital adequacy depends on a number of factors such as asset quality, liquidity, earnings performance, and changing competitive conditions and economic forces. The adequacy of the Company’s capital is reviewed by management on an ongoing basis. Management seeks to maintain a capital structure that will assure an adequate level of capital to support anticipated asset growth and to absorb potential losses.

 

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The Company’s capital position continues to exceed regulatory requirements. The primary indicators relied on by bank regulators in measuring the capital position are the Tier 1 capital, total risk-based capital and leverage ratios. Tier 1 capital consists generally of common and qualifying preferred stockholders’ equity less goodwill. Total capital generally consists of Tier 1 capital, qualifying subordinated debt and a portion of the allowance for loan losses. Risk-based capital ratios are calculated with reference to risk-weighted assets. The Company’s Tier 1 capital ratio was 10.55% at December 31, 2007 and 9.92% at December 31, 2006. The total capital ratio was 11.24% at December 31, 2007 and 10.64% at December 31, 2006.

These ratios exceed the mandated minimum requirements of 4% and 8%, respectively. As of December 31, 2007 and 2006, the Company met all regulatory capital ratio requirements and was considered “well capitalized” in accordance with FDICIA.

Stockholders’ equity reached $26,816 at December 31, 2007 compared to $24,492 at December 31, 2006. The leverage ratio consists of Tier 1 capital divided by quarterly average assets. At December 31, 2007, the Company’s leverage ratio was 9.54% compared to 9.80% at December 31, 2006. Each of these exceeds the required minimum leverage ratio of 4%. The dividend payout ratio was 34.12% and 33.25% in 2007 and 2006, respectively. During 2007, the Company paid dividends of $0.60 per share, up 9.09% from $0.55 per share paid in 2006.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

The Company did not use any financial derivatives during 2007 and 2006. However, the Company has off-balance sheet arrangements that may have a material effect on the results of operations in the future. The Company, in the normal course of business, may at times be a party to financial instruments such as standby letters of credit. Standby letters of credit as of December 31, 2007 equaled $875 compared with $2,014 as of December 31, 2006. Other commitments include commitments to lend money. Not all of these commitments will be acted upon; therefore, the cash requirements will likely be significantly less than the commitments themselves. As of December 31, 2007, the Company had unused loan commitments of $45,762 including $34,496 in unused commitments with an original maturity exceeding one year compared with $60,883 including $50,393 in unused commitments with an original maturity exceeding one year as of December 31, 2006. See Note 9 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

Critical Accounting Policies

The reporting policies of the Company are in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. Certain critical accounting policies affect the more significant judgments and estimates used in the preparation of the consolidated financial statements. The Company’s single most critical accounting policy relates to the Company’s allowance for loan losses, which reflects the estimated losses resulting from the inability of the Company’s borrowers to make required loan payments. If the financial condition of the Company’s borrowers were to deteriorate, resulting in an impairment of their ability to make payments, the Company’s estimates would be updated, and additional provisions for loan losses may be required. Further discussion of the estimates used in determining the allowance for loan losses is contained in the discussion on “Allowance for Loan Losses” on page 19 and “Loans and Allowance for Loan Losses” in Note 1 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

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Impact of Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In February 2006, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (the FASB) issued SFAS No. 155, Accounting for Certain Hybrid Financial Instruments, an amendment of FASB Statements No. 133 and 140. This Statement amends SFAS No. 133, Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, and SFAS No. 140, Accounting for Transfers and Servicing of Financial Assets and Extinguishments of Liabilities and resolves issues in Statement No. 133 Implementation Issue D1, Application of Statement 133 to Beneficial Interests in Securitized Financial Assets. The provisions of this Statement are effective for all financial instruments acquired or issued after the beginning of an entity’s first fiscal year that begins after September 15, 2006. The adoption of SFAS No. 155 did not have a material impact on the consolidated financial statements of the Company.

In March 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 156, Accounting for Servicing of Financial Assets, an amendment of FASB Statement No. 140. This Statement amends SFAS No. 140, Accounting for Transfers and Servicing of Financial Assets and Extinguishments of Liabilities, a replacement of FASB Statement 125 with respect to the accounting for separately recognized servicing assets and servicing liabilities. The provisions of this Statement are effective for fiscal years beginning after September 15, 2006. The adoption of SFAS No. 156 did not have a material impact on the consolidated financial statements of the Company.

In September 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 158, Employers’ Accounting for Defined Benefit Pension and Other Postretirement Plans – an amendment of FASB Statements No. 87, 88, 106, and 132(R). SFAS No. 158 and its impact on the Company are discussed in Note 1(k) of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

In September 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 157, Fair Value Measurements, which establishes a framework for measuring fair value in generally accepted accounting principles and expands disclosures about fair value measurements. SFAS No. 157 defines fair value as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. SFAS No. 157 is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007, and interim periods within those fiscal years. The Company does not expect the adoption of this new standard to have a material effect on the Company’s consolidated results of operations or consolidated financial position.

In June 2006, the FASB issued FASB Interpretation No. 48 (FIN 48), Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes—an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109, which establishes that the financial statement effects of a tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return are to be recognized in the financial statements when it is more likely than not, based on the technical merits, that the position will be sustained upon examination. FIN 48 was adopted January 1 2007. The adoption of this new standard did not have a material effect on the Company’s consolidated results of operations or consolidated financial position.

 

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PINNACLE BANKSHARES CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARY

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

December 31, 2007 and 2006

(In thousands of dollars, except share data)

 

     2007     2006  

Assets

    

Cash and cash equivalents (note 2):

    

Cash and due from banks

   $ 6,782     $ 5,948  

Federal funds sold

     11,562       8,638  
                

Total cash and cash equivalents

     18,344       14,586  

Securities (note 3):

    

Available-for-sale, at fair value

     15,460       19,221  

Held-to-maturity, at amortized cost

     4,175       5,645  

Federal Reserve Bank stock, at cost (note 1(c))

     75       75  

Federal Home Loan Bank stock, at cost (note 1(c))

     476       481  

Loans, net (notes 4, 9 and 10)

     232,752       207,861  

Bank premises and equipment, net (note 5)

     5,220       5,264  

Accrued interest receivable

     1,328       1,250  

Other assets (notes 7, 8 and 15)

     2,083       2,038  
                

Total assets

   $ 279,913     $ 256,421  
                

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

    

Liabilities:

    

Deposits (note 6):

    

Demand

   $ 27,244     $ 23,631  

Savings and NOW accounts

     74,870       69,798  

Time

     149,752       137,388  
                

Total deposits

     251,866       230,817  
                

Note payable to Federal Home Loan Bank (note 1(d))

     —         100  

Accrued interest payable

     861       764  

Other liabilities (note 7)

     370       248  
                

Total liabilities

     253,097       231,929  
                

Stockholders’ equity (notes 11 and 14):

    

Common stock, $3 par value. Authorized 3,000,000 shares, issued and outstanding 1,485,089 shares in 2007 and 1,459,589 shares in 2006

     4,455       4,379  

Capital surplus

     787       605  

Retained earnings

     21,685       19,972  

Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net

     (111 )     (464 )
                

Total stockholders’ equity

     26,816       24,492  
                

Commitments, contingencies and other matters (notes 9, 10 and 11)

    

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

   $ 279,913     $ 256,421  
                

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

 

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PINNACLE BANKSHARES CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARY

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME

Years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005

(In thousands of dollars, except per share data)

 

     2007    2006    2005

Interest income:

        

Interest and fees on loans

   $ 16,748    $ 13,979    $ 10,847

Interest on securities:

        

U.S. Government agencies

     379      469      455

Corporate

     150      215      401

States and political subdivisions (taxable)

     235      272      292

States and political subdivisions (tax-exempt)

     255      277      382

Other

     38      37      30

Interest on federal funds sold

     554      368      263
                    

Total interest income

     18,359      15,617      12,670
                    

Interest expense:

        

Interest on deposits:

        

Savings and NOW accounts

     1,403      1,048      549

Time—under $100,000

     5,220      4,113      3,144

Time—$100,000 and over

     1,551      1,254      975

Other interest expense

     4      10      19
                    

Total interest expense

     8,178      6,425      4,687
                    

Net interest income

     10,181      9,192      7,983

Provision for loan losses (note 4)

     462      339      230
                    

Net interest income after provision for loan losses

     9,719      8,853      7,753

Noninterest income:

        

Service charges on deposit accounts

     1,412      1,357      1,293

Net realized gain on securities

     —        —        2

Commissions and fees

     417      378      332

Mortgage loan fees

     204      234      265

Service charges on loan accounts

     292      254      218

Other operating income

     307      277      286
                    

Total noninterest income

     2,632      2,500      2,396
                    

Noninterest expense:

        

Salaries and employee benefits (note 7)

     4,813      4,540      4,134

Occupancy expense

     454      429      380

Furniture and equipment

     891      784      739

Office supplies and printing

     226      212      178

Capital stock tax

     191      181      180

Advertising expense

     115      121      105

Other operating expenses

     1,834      1,558      1,450
                    

Total noninterest expense

     8,524      7,825      7,166
                    

Income before income tax expense

     3,827      3,528      2,983

Income tax expense (note 8)

     1,227      1,116      876
                    

Net income

   $ 2,600    $ 2,412    $ 2,107
                    

Basic net income per share (note 1(o))

   $ 1.76    $ 1.65    $ 1.44

Diluted net income per share (note1(o))

   $ 1.75    $ 1.64    $ 1.43
                    

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

 

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PINNACLE BANKSHARES CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARY

Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity and Comprehensive Income

Years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005

(In thousands, except share and per share data)

 

     Common Stock    Capital
Surplus
   Retained
Earnings
    Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
    Total  
     Shares    Par Value          

Balances, December 31, 2004

   1,457,406    $ 4,372    $ 562    $ 16,970     $ 303     $ 22,207  

Net income

   —        —        —        2,107       —         2,107  

Change in net unrealized gains on available-for-sale securities, net of deferred taxes of $208

   —        —        —        —         (406 )     (406 )
                     

Comprehensive income

                  1,701  

Cash dividends declared by Bankshares ($0.49 per share)

   —        —        —        (715 )     —         (715 )

Issuance of common stock, stock option exercise

   1,300      4      15      —         —         19  
                                           

Balances, December 31, 2005

   1,458,706    $ 4,376    $ 577    $ 18,362     $ (103 )   $ 23,212  
                                           

Net income

   —        —        —        2,412       —         2,412  

Change in net unrealized gains on available-for-sale securities, net of deferred taxes of $2

   —        —        —        —         (4 )     (4 )

Adjustment to initially apply FASB Statement No. 158, net of tax of $183

                (357 )     (357 )
                     

Comprehensive income

                  2,051  

Cash dividends declared by Bankshares ($0.55 per share)

   —        —        —        (802 )     —         (802 )

Issuance of common stock

   883      3      19      —         —         22  

Stock option expense

        —        9      —         —         9  
                                           

Balances, December 31, 2006

   1,459,589    $ 4,379    $ 605    $ 19,972     $ (464 )   $ 24,492  
                                           

Net income

   —        —        —        2,600       —         2,600  

Change in net unrealized gains on available-for-sale securities, net of deferred tax benefit of $55

   —        —        —        —         111       111  

Adjustment to apply FASB Statement No. 158, net of tax of $124

                242       242  
                     

Comprehensive income

                  2,953  

Cash dividends declared by Bankshares ($0.60 per share)

   —        —        —        (887 )     —         (887 )

Issuance of common stock, stock option exercise

   25,500      76      179      —         —         255  

Stock option expense

        —        3      —         —         3  
                                           

Balances, December 31, 2007

   1,485,089    $ 4,455    $ 787    $ 21,685     $ (111 )   $ 26,816  
                                           

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

 

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PINNACLE BANKSHARES CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARY

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

Years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005

(In thousands of dollars)

 

     2007     2006     2005  

Cash flows from operating activities:

      

Net income

   $ 2,600     $ 2,412     $ 2,107  

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

      

Depreciation of bank premises and equipment

     413       435       473  

Amortization of intangible assets

     —         3       11  

Accretion (amortization) of unearned fees, net

     (23 )     (53 )     45  

Net amortization of premiums and discounts on securities

     7       12       30  

Provision for loan losses

     462       339       230  

Provision for deferred income taxes

     (142 )     161       184  

Accrual of stock option vesting

     3       9       —    

Originations of mortgage loans held for sale

     —         (9,751 )     (13,552 )

Sales of mortgage loans held for sale

     —         10,208       13,095  

Net realized gain on securities

     —         —         (2 )

Net decrease (increase) in:

      

Accrued income receivable

     (78 )     (175 )     (129 )

Other assets

     70       (22 )     54  

Net increase (decrease) in:

      

Accrued interest payable

     97       188       119  

Other liabilities

     364       (548 )     46  
                        

Net cash provided by operating activities

     3,773       3,218       2,711  
                        

Cash flows from investing activities:

      

Purchases of held-to maturity securities

     (249 )     —         (500 )

Purchases of available-for sale securities

     —         (1,503 )     (2,989 )

Purchases of available-for sale-mortgage backed securities

     —         (500 )     (525 )

Proceeds from maturities and calls of held-to-maturity securities

     1,470       1,265       1,427  

Proceeds from maturities and calls of available-for-sale securities

     3,387       4,044       5,248  

Proceeds from paydowns and maturities of available-for-sale mortgage-backed securities

     769       1,071       1,660  

Sale (purchase) of Federal Home Loan Bank stock

     5       (27 )     (27 )

Collections on loan participations

     326       493       751  

Net increase in loans made to customers

     (25,805 )     (27,815 )     (23,027 )

Recoveries on loans charged off

     134       129       156  

Purchases of bank premises and equipment

     (369 )     (292 )     (218 )
                        

Net cash used in investing activities

     (20,332 )     (23,135 )     (18,044 )
                        

Continued

 

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PINNACLE BANKSHARES CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARY

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

Years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005

(In thousands of dollars)

 

Cash flows from financing activities:

      

Net increase in demand, savings and NOW deposits

   $ 8,685     $ 6,854     $ 7,002  

Net increase in time deposits

     12,364       14,717       5,605  

Repayments of note payable to Federal Home Loan Bank

     (100 )     (100 )     (100 )

Proceeds from issuance of common stock

     255       20       19  

Cash dividends paid

     (887 )     (802 )     (715 )
                        

Net cash provided by financing activities

     20,317       20,689       11,811  
                        

Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

     3,758       772       (3,522 )

Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period

     14,586       13,814       17,336  
                        

Cash and cash equivalents, end of period

   $ 18,344     $ 14,586     $ 13,814  
                        

Supplemental disclosure of cash flows information

      

Cash paid during the year for:

      

Income taxes

   $ 1,019     $ 900     $ 688  

Interest

     8,106       6,237       4,568  

Supplemental schedule of noncash investing and financing activities:

      

Transfer of loans to repossessed properties

   $ 59     $ 81     $ 120  

Loans charged against the allowance for loan losses

     646       206       380  

Unrealized gains (losses) on available-for-sale securities

     152       (6 )     (614 )

FASB Statement No. 158 Adjustment

     366       (540 )     —    

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

 

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PINNACLE BANKSHARES CORPORATION

AND SUBSIDIARY

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(In thousands, except ratios, share and per share data)

 

(1) Summary of Significant Accounting Policies and Practices

Pinnacle Bankshares Corporation, a Virginia corporation (Bankshares), was organized in 1997 and is registered as a bank holding company under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, as amended. Bankshares is headquartered in Altavista, Virginia. Bankshares conducts all of its business activities through the branch offices of its wholly owned subsidiary bank, The First National Bank of Altavista (the Bank). Bankshares exists primarily for the purpose of holding the stock of its subsidiary, the Bank, and of such other subsidiaries as it may acquire or establish. The Company has a single reportable segment for purposes of segment reporting.

The accounting and reporting policies of Bankshares and its wholly owned subsidiary (collectively, the Company), conform to accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America and general practices within the banking industry. The following is a summary of the more significant accounting policies and practices:

 

  (a) Consolidation

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Bankshares and the Bank. All material intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated.

 

  (b) Securities

The Bank classifies its securities in three categories: (1) debt securities that the Bank has the positive intent and ability to hold to maturity are classified as “held-to-maturity securities” and reported at amortized cost; (2) debt and equity securities that are bought and held principally for the purpose of selling them in the near term are classified as “trading securities” and reported at fair value, with unrealized gains and losses included in net income; and (3) debt and equity securities not classified as either held-to-maturity securities or trading securities are classified as “available-for-sale securities” and reported at fair value, with unrealized gains and losses excluded from net income and reported in accumulated other comprehensive income, a separate component of stockholders’ equity net of deferred taxes. Fair value is determined from quoted prices obtained from FT (Financial Times) Interactive Data in cooperation with Compass Bank, the Company’s third–party bond accountant. Held-to-maturity securities are stated at cost, adjusted for amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts on a basis, which approximates the level yield method. The Bank does not maintain trading securities. Gains or losses on disposition are based on the net proceeds and adjusted carrying values of the securities called or sold, using the specific identification method on a trade date basis. If a decline below cost in the market value of any available-for-sale or held-to-maturity security is deemed other than temporary, the decline is charged to net income, resulting in the establishment of a new cost basis for the security.

 

  (c) Required Investments

As a member of the Federal Reserve Bank (FRB) and the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) of Atlanta, the Bank is required to maintain certain minimum investments in the common stock of the FRB and FHLB, which are carried at cost. Required levels of investment are based upon the Bank’s capital and a percentage of qualifying assets.

In addition, the Bank is eligible to borrow from the FHLB with borrowings collateralized by qualifying assets, primarily residential mortgage loans, and the Bank’s capital stock investment in the FHLB.

 

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  (d) Note Payable to FHLB

At December 31, 2007, the Bank’s available borrowing limit was approximately $36,320. The Bank had $0 and $100 in borrowings outstanding at December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively. The note payable to the FHLB was paid off in December 2007 and had an interest rate of 6.13%.

 

  (e) Loans and Allowance for Loan Losses

Loans are stated at the amount of unpaid principal, reduced by unearned income and fees on loans, and an allowance for loan losses. Income is recognized over the terms of the loans using methods that approximate the level yield method. The allowance for loan losses is a cumulative valuation allowance consisting of an annual provision for loan losses, plus any amounts recovered on loans previously charged off, minus loans charged off. The provision for loan losses charged to operating expenses is the amount necessary in management’s judgment to maintain the allowance for loan losses at a level it believes sufficient to cover losses in the collection of the Bank’s loans. Management determines the adequacy of the allowance based upon reviews of individual credits, recent loss experience, delinquencies, current economic conditions, the risk characteristics of the various categories of loans and other pertinent factors. Loans are charged against the allowance for loan losses when management believes the collectability of the principal is unlikely. While management uses available information to recognize losses on loans, future additions to the allowance for loan losses may be necessary based on changes in economic conditions. It is reasonably possible that management’s estimate of loan losses and the related allowance may change materially in the near term. However, the amount of change that is reasonably possible cannot be estimated. In addition, various regulatory agencies, as an integral part of their examination process, periodically review the Bank’s allowance for loan losses. Such agencies may require the Bank to recognize additions to the allowance for loan losses based on their judgments about information available to them at the time of their examinations.

Loans are charged against the allowance when, in management’s opinion, they are deemed uncollectible, although the Bank continues to aggressively pursue collection. The Company considers a number of factors to determine the need for and timing of charge-offs including the following: whenever any commercial transaction becomes past due for 120 days for any scheduled principal or interest payment and collection is considered unlikely; whenever foreclosure on real estate collateral or liquidation of other collateral does not result in full payment of the obligation and the deficiency or some portion thereof is deemed uncollectible, the uncollectible portion shall be charged-off; whenever any installment loan becomes past due for 120 days and collection is considered unlikely; whenever a bankruptcy notice is received on any installment loan and review of the facts results in an assessment that all or most of the balance will not be collected, the loan will be placed in non-accrual status; whenever a bankruptcy notice is received on a small, unsecured, revolving installment account; and whenever any other small, unsecured, revolving installment account becomes past due for 180 days.

Interest related to non-accrual loans is recognized on the cash basis. Loans are generally placed in non-accrual status when the collection of principal and interest is 90 days or more past due, unless the obligation relates to a consumer or residential real estate loan or is both well-secured and in the process of collection.

Impaired loans are required to be presented in the financial statements at the present value of the expected future cash flows or at the fair value of the loan’s collateral. Homogeneous loans such as real estate mortgage loans, individual consumer loans, home equity loans and bankcard loans are evaluated collectively for impairment. Management, considering current information and events regarding the borrower’s ability to repay their obligations, considers a loan to be impaired when it is probable that the Bank will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement. Impairment losses are included in the allowance for loan losses through a charge to the provision for loan losses. Cash receipts on impaired loans receivable are applied first to reduce interest on such loans to the extent of interest contractually due and any remaining amounts are applied to principal.

 

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  (f) Loan Origination and Commitment Fees and Certain Related Direct Costs

Loan origination and commitment fees and certain direct loan origination costs charged by the Bank are deferred and the net amount amortized as an adjustment of the related loan’s yield. The Bank amortizes these net amounts over the contractual life of the related loans or, in the case of demand loans, over the estimated life. Fees related to standby letters of credit are recognized over the commitment period.

 

  (g) Bank Premises and Equipment

Bank premises and equipment are stated at cost, net of accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is computed by the straight-line and declining-balance methods over the estimated useful lives of the assets. Depreciable lives include 15 years for land improvements, 40 years for buildings, and 3 to 7 years for equipment, furniture and fixtures. The cost of assets retired and sold and the related accumulated depreciation are eliminated from the accounts and the resulting gains or losses are included in determining net income. Expenditures for maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred, and improvements and betterments are capitalized.

 

  (h) Foreclosed Properties

Foreclosed properties consist of properties acquired through foreclosure or deed in lieu of foreclosure. These properties are carried at the lower of cost or fair value less estimated costs to sell. Losses from the acquisition of property in full or partial satisfaction of loans are charged against the allowance for loan losses. Subsequent write-downs, if any, are charged to expense. Gains and losses on the sales of foreclosed properties are included in determining net income in the year of the sale.

 

  (i) Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets

The Company’s long-lived assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. Recoverability of assets to be held and used, such as bank premises and equipment, is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of an asset to future net cash flows expected to be generated by the asset. If the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its estimated future cash flows, an impairment charge is recognized in the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset exceeds the fair value of the asset. Assets to be disposed of, such as foreclosed properties, are reported at the lower of the carrying amount or fair value less costs to sell.

 

  (j) Sale of Bankers Investments Group, LLC

In December 2007, Bankers Investments Group, LLC, in which the Bank is a member, entered into a merger agreement with Infinex Financial Group. The merger is expected to be completed in March 2008. Based upon the approved terms of the merger, the Bank recognized a permanent impairment loss in its investment in Bankers Investments Group, LLC of $83 in December 2007. This amount is included in other operating expenses.

 

  (k) Pension Plan

The Bank maintains a noncontributory defined benefit pension plan, which covers substantially all of its employees. The net periodic pension expense includes a service cost component, interest on the projected benefit obligation, a component reflecting the actual return on plan assets, the effect of deferring and amortizing certain actuarial gains and losses, and the amortization of any unrecognized net transition obligation on a straight-line basis over the average remaining service period of employees expected to receive benefits under the plan. The Bank’s funding policy is to make annual contributions in amounts necessary to satisfy the Internal Revenue Service’s funding standards, to the extent that they are tax deductible.

 

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In September 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 158, Employers’ Accounting for Defined Benefit Pension and Other Postretirement Plans - an amendment of FASB Statements No. 87, 88, 106, and 132(R), which requires a business entity to recognize the overfunded or underfunded status of a single-employer defined benefit postretirement plan as an asset or liability in its statement of financial position and to recognize changes in that funded status in comprehensive income in the year in which the changes occur. SFAS 158 also requires a business entity to measure the funded status of a plan as of the date of its year-end statement of financial position, with limited exceptions. The recognition and disclosure provisions of SFAS 158 were adopted by the Bank beginning with the year ended December 31, 2006. The requirement to measure plan assets and benefit obligations as of the date of the Company’s fiscal year end statement of position will be adopted at December 31, 2008.

 

  (l) Advertising

The Bank expenses advertising expenses as incurred.

 

  (m) Income Taxes

Income taxes are accounted for under the asset and liability method, whereby deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in net income in the period that includes the enactment date.

 

  (n) Stock Options

Stock Based Compensation – In October 1995, the FASB issued SFAS No. 123, Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation, which encouraged companies to recognize expense for stock-based awards based on their estimated value on the date of grant. SFAS 123 permitted companies to account for stock-based compensation based on provisions prescribed in SFAS 123, or based on the authoritative guidance in Accounting Principles Board Opinion No. 25 (APB 25), Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees. The Company elected to account for its stock-based compensation in accordance with APB 25, which used the intrinsic value method; however, as required by SFAS 123, the Company disclosed the pro forma impact on the financial statements assuming the measurement provisions of SFAS 123 had been adopted.

In December 2004, the FASB issued SFAS No. 123R, Shared-Based Payment (SFAS 123R). SFAS 123R is a revision of SFAS No. 123, Accounting for Stock Based Compensation, supersedes APB Opinion No. 25 and amends FASB Statement No. 95, Statement of Cash Flows. SFAS 123R eliminated the ability to account for share-based compensation using APB Opinion No. 25 and requires that all share-based payments to employees, including grants of employee stock options, to be recognized as compensation in the financial statements using a fair value-based method.

SFAS 123R requires public companies to adopt the recognition requirements using either a “modified prospective” method or a “modified retrospective” method. Under the “modified prospective” method, compensation cost is recognized in the financial statements beginning with the effective date, based on the requirements of SFAS 123R for all shared-based payments granted after that date, and based on the requirements of SFAS 123R for all unvested awards granted prior to the effective date of SFAS 123R. Under the “modified retrospective” method, the requirements are the same as under the “modified prospective” method, but also permit entities to restate financial statements of previous periods based on pro forma disclosures made in accordance with SFAS 123.

 

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The Company adopted SFAS 123R under the “modified prospective” method effective January 1, 2006, to recognize compensation expense for options that were issued but not yet vested as of January 1, 2006. In addition, options issued after January 1, 2006 will increase compensation expense for 2006 and afterward. Options that were issued prior to January 1, 2006 and vested during 2006 resulted in additional compensation expense of $3. There were no options granted in 2006 or 2007. Future levels of compensation cost recognized related to share-based compensation awards may be impacted by new awards and/or modification, repurchases and cancellations of existing awards after the adoption of this standard.

The following table illustrates the effect on net income and earnings per share if the Company had applied the fair value recognition provisions of SFAS 123 to options granted under the Company’s stock option plan. For the purposes of this pro forma disclosure, the value of the options is estimated using a Black-Scholes option-pricing formula and amortized to expense over the options’ vesting periods.

 

     2005  

Net income, as reported

  

Deduct: Total stock-based employee compensation

   $ 2,107  

expense determined under SFAS No. 123, net of related tax effects

     (9 )
        

Pro forma net income

   $ 2,098  
        

Basic net income per share:

  

As reported

   $ 1.44  

Pro forma

     1.44  

Diluted net income per share:

  

As reported

   $ 1.43  

Pro forma

     1.42  

The fair value of each option grant is estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model with the following weighted average assumptions used: dividend yield of 4.00%, expected volatility of 27.30%, a risk-free interest rate of 4.63%, and expected lives of 7 years.

 

  (o) Net Income Per Share

Basic net income per share excludes dilution and is computed by dividing income available to common stockholders by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted net income per share reflects the potential dilution that could occur if securities or other contracts to issue common stock were exercised or converted into common stock or resulted in the issuance of common stock that then shared in the earnings of the Company.

 

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The following is a reconciliation of the numerators and denominators of the basic and diluted net income per share computations for the periods indicated:

 

Year ended December 31, 2007    Net income
(numerator)
   Shares
(denominator)
   Per share
amount

Basic net income per share

   $ 2,600    1,479,689    $ 1.76
            

Effect of dilutive stock options

     —      9,688   
              

Diluted net income per share

   $ 2,600    1,489,377    $ 1.75
                  
Year ended December 31, 2006    Net income
(numerator)
   Shares
(denominator)
   Per share
amount

Basic net income per share

   $ 2,412    1,459,007    $ 1.65
            

Effect of dilutive stock options

     —      12,799   
              

Diluted net income per share

   $ 2,412    1,471,806    $ 1.64
                  
Year ended December 31, 2005    Net income
(numerator)
   Shares
(denominator)
   Per share
amount

Basic net income per share

   $ 2,107    1,458,615    $ 1.44
            

Effect of dilutive stock options

     —      17,673   
              

Diluted net income per share

   $ 2,107    1,476,288    $ 1.43
                  

 

  (p) Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

For purposes of the consolidated statements of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, amounts due from banks (with original maturities of three months or less), and federal funds sold. Generally, federal funds are purchased and sold for one-day periods.

 

  (q) Comprehensive Income

SFAS No. 130, Reporting Comprehensive Income, requires the Company to classify items of “Other Comprehensive Income” (such as net unrealized gains (losses) on available-for-sale securities) by their nature in a financial statement and present the accumulated balance of other comprehensive income separately from retained earnings and additional paid-in capital in the equity section of a statement of financial position. The Company’s other comprehensive income consists of net income and net unrealized gains (losses) on securities available-for-sale, net of income taxes.

SFAS No. 158, Employers’ Accounting for Defined Benefit Pension and Other Postretirement Plans - an amendment of FASB Statements No. 87, 88, 106, and 132(R), requires a business entity to recognize the overfunded or underfunded status of a single-employer defined benefit postretirement plan as an asset or liability in its statement of financial position and to recognize changes in that funded status in comprehensive income in the year in which the changes occur. SFAS 158 also requires a business entity to measure the funded status of a plan as of the date of its year-end statement of financial position, with limited exceptions.

 

  (r) Use of Estimates

In preparing the consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, management is required to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities as of the dates of the consolidated balance sheets and revenues and expenses for the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Material estimates that are particularly susceptible to significant changes in the near term relate to the determination of the allowance for loan losses.

 

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  (s) Impact of Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In February 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 155, Accounting for Certain Hybrid Financial Instruments, an amendment of FASB Statements No. 133 and 140. This Statement amends SFAS No. 133, Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, and SFAS No. 140, Accounting for Transfers and Servicing of Financial Assets and Extinguishments of Liabilities and resolves issues in Statement No. 133 Implementation Issue D1, Application of Statement 133 to Beneficial Interests in Securitized Financial Assets. The provisions of this Statement are effective for all financial instruments acquired or issued after the beginning of an entity’s first fiscal year that begins after September 15, 2006. The adoption of SFAS 155 is not expected to have a material impact on the consolidated financial statements of the Company.

In March 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 156, Accounting for Servicing of Financial Assets, an amendment of FASB Statement No. 140. This Statement amends SFAS No. 140, Accounting for Transfers and Servicing of Financial Assets and Extinguishments of Liabilities, a replacement of FASB Statement 125 with respect to the accounting for separately recognized servicing assets and servicing liabilities. The provisions of this Statement are effective for fiscal years beginning after September 15, 2006. The adoption of SFAS 156 is not expected to have a material impact on the consolidated financial statements of the Company.

In September 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 158, Employers’ Accounting for Defined Benefit Pension and Other Postretirement Plans – an amendment of FASB Statements No. 87, 88, 106, and 132(R). SFAS 158 and its impact on the Company are discussed in Note 1(k) of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

In September 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 157, Fair Value Measurements, which establishes a framework for measuring fair value in generally accepted accounting principles and expands disclosures about fair value measurements. SFAS 157 defines fair value as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. SFAS 157 is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007, and interim periods within those fiscal years. The Company does not expect the adoption of this new standard to have a material effect on the Company’s consolidated results of operations or consolidated financial position.

In June 2006, the FASB issued FASB Interpretation No. 48 (FIN 48), Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes—an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109, which establishes that the financial statement effects of a tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return are to be recognized in the financial statements when it is more likely than not, based on the technical merits, that the position will be sustained upon examination. FIN 48 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2006. The Company does not expect the adoption of this new standard to have a material effect on the Company’s consolidated results of operations or consolidated financial position.

 

  (t) Reclassifications

Certain amounts in the 2006 and 2005 consolidated financial statements have been reclassified to conform to the 2007 presentation. The reclassifications had no effect on net income or stockholders’ equity as previously reported.

 

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(2) Restrictions on Cash

To comply with Federal Reserve regulations, the Bank is required to maintain certain average reserve balances. The daily average reserve requirements were approximately $1,302 and $1,304 for the weeks including December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively.

 

(3) Securities

The amortized costs, gross unrealized gains, gross unrealized losses and fair values for securities at December 31, 2007 and 2006 are as follows:

 

     2007
Available-for-Sale    Amortized
costs
   Gross
unrealized
gains
   Gross
unrealized
losses
    Fair
values

U.S. Treasury securities and obligations of U.S. Government corporations and agencies

   $ 2,647    12    (2 )   2,657

Obligations of states and political subdivisions

     6,142    67    (31 )   6,178

Corporate securities

     2,498    —      (24 )   2,474

Mortgage-backed securities – government

     4,132    34    (65 )   4,101

Other securities

     50    —      —       50
                      

Total available-for-sale

   $ 15,469    113    (122 )   15,460
                      

 

     2007
Held-to-Maturity    Amortized
costs
   Gross
unrealized
gains
   Gross
unrealized
losses
    Fair
values

Obligations of states and political subdivisions

   $ 4,175    52    (14 )   4,213
                      

 

     2006
Available-for-Sale    Amortized
costs
   Gross
unrealized
gains
   Gross
unrealized
losses
    Fair
values

U.S. Treasury securities and obligations of U.S. Government corporations and agencies

   $ 4,889    1    (47 )   4,843

Obligations of states and political subdivisions

     6,033    74    (82 )   6,025

Corporate securities

     3,502    —      (51 )   3,451

Mortgage-backed securities – government

     4,908    27    (83 )   4,852

Other securities

     50    —      —       50
                      

Total available-for-sale

   $ 19,382    102    (263 )   19,221
                      

 

     2006
Held-to-Maturity    Amortized
costs
   Gross
unrealized
gains
   Gross
unrealized
losses
    Fair
values

Obligations of states and political subdivisions

   $ 5,645    70    (42 )   5,673
                      

 

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The following table shows the gross unrealized losses and fair value of the Company’s investments, aggregated by investment category and length of time that individual securities have been in a continuous unrealized loss position, at December 31, 2007:

 

     Less than 12 months    12 months or more    Total
Description of Securities    Fair
value
   Gross
unrealized
losses
   Fair
value
   Gross
unrealized
losses
   Fair
value
   Gross
Unrealized
losses

U.S. Treasury securities and obligations of U.S. Government corporations and agencies

   $       1,498    2    1,498    2

Obligations of states and political subdivisions

     1,840    12    3,361    33    5,201    45

Corporate securities

         2,474    24    2,474    24

Mortgage-backed securities- government

     42    —      2,412    65    2,454    65
                               

Total temporarily impaired securities

   $ 1,882    12    9,745    124    11,627    136
                               

The Company does not consider the unrealized losses other-than-temporary losses based on the volatility of the securities market price involved, the credit quality of the securities, and the Company’s ability if necessary, to hold the securities until maturity. The securities include 5 bonds that have continuous losses for less than 12 months and 24 bonds that have continuous losses for more than 12 months. The $11,627 in securities in which there is an unrealized loss of $136 includes unrealized losses ranging from less than $1 to $19 or from 0.01% to 3.84% of the original cost of the investment.

The following table shows the gross unrealized losses and fair value of the Company’s investments, aggregated by investment category and length of time that individual securities have been in a continuous unrealized loss position, at December 31, 2006:

 

     Less than 12 months    12 months or more    Total
Description of Securities    Fair
value
   Gross
unrealized
losses
   Fair
value
   Gross
unrealized
losses
   Fair
value
   Gross
unrealized
losses

U.S. Treasury securities and obligations of U.S. Government corporations and agencies

   $ 999    1    3,654    46    4,653    47

Obligations of states and political subdivisions

     631    1    5,119    123    5,750    124

Corporate securities

     —      —      3,451    51    3,451    51

Mortgage-backed securities- government

     561    1    2,804    82    3,365    83
                               

Total temporarily impaired securities

   $ 2,191    3    15,028    302    17,219    305
                               

 

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The Company does not consider the unrealized losses other-than-temporary losses based on the volatility of the securities market price involved, the credit quality of the securities, and the Company’s ability to hold the securities until maturity. The securities include 6 bonds that have continuous losses for less than 12 months and 33 bonds that have continuous losses for more than 12 months. The $17,219 in securities in which there is an unrealized loss of $305 includes unrealized losses ranging from $1 to $22 or from 0.01% to 4.12% of the original cost of the investment.

The amortized costs and fair values of available-for-sale and held-to-maturity securities at December 31, 2007, by contractual maturity, are shown below. Expected maturities may differ from contractual maturities because borrowers may have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties.

 

     2007
     Available-for-Sale    Held-to-Maturity
     Amortized
costs
   Fair
values
   Amortized
costs
   Fair
values

Due in one year or less

   $ 3,629    3,625    1,670    1,670

Due after one year through five years

     6,147    6,159    2,204    2,245

Due after five years through ten years

     1,011    1,026    301    298

Due after ten years

     500    499    —      —  
                     
     11,287    11,309    4,175    4,213

Mortgage-backed securities

     4,132    4,101    —      —  
                     

Totals

   $ 15,419    15,410    4,175    4,213
                     

Securities with amortized costs of approximately $4,221 and $4,160 (fair values of $4,209 and $4,122, respectively) as of December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively, were pledged as collateral.

 

(4) Loans

A summary of loans at December 31, 2007 and 2006 follows:

 

     2007     2006  

Real estate loans:

    

Residential

   $ 75,579     68,540  

Other

     92,102     72,797  

Loans to individuals for household, family and other consumer expenditures

     46,834     46,360  

Commercial and industrial loans

     19,909     21,694  

All other loans

     240     454  
              

Total loans, gross

     234,664     209,845  

Less unearned income and fees

     (192 )   (214 )
              

Loans, net of unearned income and fees

     234,472     209,631  

Less allowance for loan losses

     (1,720 )   (1,770 )
              

Loans, net

   $ 232,752     207,861  
              

Non-accrual loans amounted to approximately $634, $255 and $421 at December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005 respectively. Interest income that would have been earned on non-accrual loans if they had been current in accordance with their original terms and the recorded interest that was included in income on these loans was not significant for 2007, 2006 and 2005. There were no commitments to lend additional funds to customers whose loans were on non-accrual status at December 31, 2007.

 

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In the normal course of business, the Bank has made loans to executive officers and directors. At December 31, 2007, loans to executive officers and directors were approximately $523 compared to $507 at December 31, 2006. During 2007, new loans to executive officers and directors amounted to approximately $215 and repayments amounted to approximately $199. Loans to companies in which executive officers and directors have an interest amounted to approximately $567 and $1,190 at December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively. All such loans were made in the ordinary course of business on substantially the same terms and conditions, including interest rates and collateral, as those prevailing at the same time for comparable transactions with unrelated persons, and, in the opinion of management, do not involve more than normal risk or present other unfavorable features.

Activity in the allowance for loan losses for the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005 is summarized as follows:

 

     2007     2006     2005  

Balances at beginning of year

   $ 1,770     1,508     1,502  

Provision for loan losses

     462     339     230  

Loans charged off

     (646 )   (206 )   (380 )

Loan recoveries

     134     129     156  
                    

Balances at end of year

   $ 1,720     1,770     1,508  
                    

At December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005, the recorded investment in loans for which impairment has been identified totaled approximately $634, $255 and $421, respectively, with corresponding valuation allowances of approximately $110, $3 and $66, respectively. The average recorded investment in impaired loans receivable during 2007, 2006 and 2005 was approximately $445, $333 and $389, respectively. Interest income recognized on a cash basis on impaired loans during 2007, 2006 and 2005 was approximately $61, $15 and $3 respectively.

 

(5) Bank Premises and Equipment

Bank premises and equipment, net were comprised of the following as of December 31, 2007 and 2006:

 

     2007     2006  

Land improvements

   $ 420     420  

Buildings

     4,628     4,628  

Equipment, furniture and fixtures

     3,371     3,002  
              
     8,419     8,050  

Less accumulated depreciation

     (4,350 )   (3,937 )
              
     4,069     4,113  

Land

     1,151     1,151  
              

Bank premises and equipment, net

   $ 5,220     5,264  
              

 

(6) Deposits

A summary of deposits at December 31, 2007 and 2006 follows:

 

     2007    2006

Noninterest-bearing demand deposits

   $ 27,244    23,631

Interest-bearing:

     

Savings

     47,850    44,794

NOW accounts

     27,020    25,004

Time deposits – under $ 100,000

     109,824    98,330

Time deposits – $100,000 and over

     39,928    39,058
           

Total interest-bearing deposits

     224,622    207,186
           

Total deposits

   $ 251,866    230,817
           

 

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At December 31, 2007, the scheduled maturity of time deposits is as follows: $95,067 in 2008; $33,064 in 2009; $14,352 in 2010; $4,685 in 2011 and $2,584 in 2012.

In the normal course of business, the Bank has received deposits from executive officers and directors. At December 31, 2007 and 2006, deposits from executive officers and directors were approximately $3,755 and $2,426, respectively. All such deposits were received in the ordinary course of business on substantially the same terms and conditions, including interest rates, as those prevailing at the same time for comparable transactions with unrelated persons.

 

(7) Employee Benefit Plans

The Bank maintains a noncontributory defined benefit pension plan that covers substantially all of its employees. Benefits are computed based on employees’ average final compensation and years of credited service. Pension expense amounted to approximately $329, $244 and $293 in 2007, 2006 and 2005, respectively. The change in benefit obligation, change in plan assets and funded status of the pension plan at September 30, 2007, 2006 and 2005 (most recent information available) and pertinent assumptions are as follows:

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     Pension Benefits  
     2007     2006     2005  

Change in Benefit Obligation

      

Benefit obligation at beginning of year

   $ 4,907     5,111     4,571  

Service cost

     363     299     301  

Interest cost

     293     294     274  

Actuarial (gain) loss

     (29 )   (109 )   72  

Benefits paid

     (94 )   (688 )   (107 )
                    

Benefit obligation at end of year

   $ 5,440     4,907     5,111  
                    

Change in Plan Assets

      

Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year

     4,911     4,383     3,741  

Actual return on plan assets

     674     416     553  

Employer contribution

     —       800     196  

Benefit paid

     (94 )   (688 )   (107 )
                    

Fair value of plan assets at end of year

   $ 5,491     4,911     4,383  
                    

Funded Status at the End of the Year

     51     4     (728 )

Amounts Recognized in the Balance Sheet

      

Other liabilities, accrued pension

     —       —       —    

Other assets, prepaid pension

   $ 51     4     —    
                    

Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Net of Tax Effect

      

Unrecognized net actuarial loss

     98     334     —    

Prior service cost

     10     13     —    

Net obligation in transition

     7     10     —    
                    

Benefit obligation included in accumulated other comprehensive income

   $ 115     357     —    
                    

Funded Status

      

Benefit obligation

     (5,440 )   (4,907 )   (5,111 )

Fair value of assets

     5,491     4,911     4,383  

Unrecognized net actuarial (gain) loss

     149     505     667  

Unrecognized net obligation at transition

     11     15     25  

Unrecognized prior service cost

     15     20     20  
                    

(Accrued)/prepaid benefit cost included in the balance sheet

   $ 226     544     (16 )
                    

Components of Net Periodic Benefit Cost

      

Service cost

     363     299     301  

Interest cost

     293     294     274  

Expected return on plan assets

     (348 )   (372 )   (318 )

Amortization of prior service cost

     5     5     5  

Amortization of net obligation at transition

     4     4     4  

Recognized net actuarial (gain)/ loss

     1     10     22  
                    

Net periodic benefit cost

   $ 318     240     288  
                    
     Pension Benefits  
     2007     2006     2005  

Weighted Average Assumptions as of September 30:

      

Discount rate

     6.25 %   6.00 %   5.75 %

Expected long-term return on plan assets

     8.50 %   8.50 %   8.50 %

Rate of compensation increase

     5.00 %   5.00 %   5.00 %

 

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     Pension Benefits
     2007     2006    2005

Other Changes in Plan Assets and Benefit Obligation

       

Recognized in Other Comprehensive

       

Income Net of Tax Effect

       

Net (gain)/loss

   $ (236 )   334    —  

Prior service cost

     —       13    —  

Amortization of prior service cost

     (3 )   —      —  

Net obligation at transition

     —       10    —  

Amortization of net obligation at transition

     (3 )   —      —  
                 

Total recognized in other comprehensive income

   $ (242 )   357    —  
                 

Total Recognized in Net Periodic Benefit Cost and Other Comprehensive Income

   $ 76     597    289

The estimated portion of prior service cost and net transition obligation included in accumulated other comprehensive income that will be recognized as a component of net periodic pension cost over the next fiscal year are $5 and $4, respectively.

The Company selects the expected long-term rate-of-return-on-assets assumption in consultation with its investment advisors and actuary. This rate is intended to reflect the average rate of return expected to be earned on the funds invested or to be invested to provide plan benefits. Historical performance is reviewed – especially with respect to real rates of return (net of inflation) – for the major asset classes held or anticipated to be held by the trust, and for the trust itself. Undue weight is not given to recent experience, which may not continue over the measurement period; and higher significance is placed on current forecasts of future long-term economic conditions.

Because assets are held in a qualified trust, anticipated returns are not reduced for taxes. Further – solely for this purpose – the plan is assumed to continue in force and not terminate during the period during which assets are invested. However, consideration is given to the potential impact of current and future investment policy, cash flow into and out of the trust, and expenses (both investment and non-investment) typically paid from plan assets (to the extent such expenses are not explicitly estimated within periodic cost).

The components of net pension benefit cost under the plan for the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005 is summarized as follows:

 

     Pension Benefits  
     2007     2006     2005  

Service cost

   $ 363     299     301  

Interest cost

     293     294     274  

Expected return on plan assets

     (348 )   (372 )   (317 )

Net amortization

     9     8     9  

Recognized net actuarial loss

     1     10     22  
                    

Net pension benefit cost

   $ 318     239     289  
                    

 

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Projected Benefit Payments

The projected benefit payments under the plan are summarized as follows for the years ending September 30:

 

2008

   $ 42

2009

     42

2010

     44

2011

     171

2012

     179

2013-2017

     1,364

Plan Asset Allocation

The pension plan’s weighted-average asset allocations at September 30, 2007 and 2006, by asset category, are as follows:

 

     Plan Assets at September 30,  
     2007     2006  

Asset Category:

    

Mutual funds – fixed income

   22 %   21 %

Mutual funds – equity

   74 %   71 %

Cash and Equivalents

   4 %   8 %
            

Total

   100 %   100 %
            

Plan assets are held in a pooled pension trust fund administered by the Virginia Bankers Association. The pooled pension trust fund is sufficiently diversified to maintain a reasonable level of risk without imprudently sacrificing return, with a targeted asset allocation of 20% fixed income and 80% equities. The Investment Manager selects investment fund managers with demonstrated experience and expertise, and funds with demonstrated historical performance, for the implementation of the pension plan’s investment strategy. The Investment Manager will consider both actively and passively managed investment strategies and will allocate funds across the asset classes to develop an efficient investment structure.

It is the responsibility of the Virginia Bankers Association to administer the investments of the pooled pension trust fund within reasonable costs, being careful to avoid sacrificing quality. These costs include, but are not limited to, management and custodial fees, consulting fees, transaction costs and other administrative costs.

Contributions

The Company expects to contribute $243 to its pension plan in 2008.

The Company also has a 401(k) plan for which the Company does not currently match employee contributions to the plan.

 

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(8) Income Taxes

Income tax expense attributable to income before income tax expense for the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006 is summarized as follows:

 

     2007     2006    2005

Current

   $ 1,311     955    692

Deferred

     (84 )   161    184
                 

Total income tax expense

   $ 1,227     1,116    876
                 

Reported income tax expense for the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005 differed from the amounts computed by applying the U.S. Federal income tax rate of 34% to income before income tax expense as a result of the following:

 

     2007     2006     2005  

Computed “expected” income tax expense

   $ 1,301     1,199     1,014  

Increase (reduction) in income tax expense resulting from:

      

Tax-exempt interest

     (93 )   (102 )   (138 )

Disallowance of interest expense

     14     13     13  

Other, net

     5     6     (13 )
                    

Reported income tax expense

   $ 1,227     1,116     876  
                    

The tax effects of temporary differences that give rise to significant portions of the deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities at December 31, 2007 and 2006 are as follows:

 

     2007     2006  

Deferred tax assets:

    

Loans, principally due to allowance for loan losses

   $ 447     481  

Net unrealized losses on available-for-sale securities

     3     55  

Unrecognized net actuarial loss and prior service cost

     52     —    

Loans, due to unearned fees, net

     35     38  

Other

     78     67  
              

Total gross deferred tax assets

     615     641  
              

Deferred tax liabilities:

    

Bank premises and equipment, due to differences in depreciation

     (151 )   (153 )

Accrued pension, due to actual pension contributions in excess of accrual for financial reporting purposes

     (77 )   (183 )

Other

     (83 )   (85 )
              

Total gross deferred tax liabilities

     (311 )   (421 )
              

Net deferred tax asset, included in other assets

   $ 304     220  
              

The Bank has determined that a valuation allowance for the gross deferred tax assets is not necessary at December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005, since realization of the entire gross deferred tax assets can be supported by the amounts of taxes paid during the carryback periods available under current tax laws.

 

(9) Financial Instruments with Off-Balance-Sheet Risk

The Bank is a party to financial instruments with off-balance-sheet risk in the normal course of business to meet the financing needs of its customers. These financial instruments include commitments to extend credit and standby letters of credit. These instruments may involve, to varying degrees, credit risk in excess of the amount recognized in the balance sheets. The contract amounts of these instruments reflect the extent of involvement the Bank has in particular classes of financial instruments.

 

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Credit risk is defined as the possibility of sustaining a loss because the other parties to a financial instrument fail to perform in accordance with the terms of the contract. The Bank’s maximum exposure to credit loss under commitments to extend credit and standby letters of credit is represented by the contractual amount of these instruments. The Bank uses the same credit policies in making commitments and conditional obligations as it does for on-balance-sheet instruments.

The Bank requires collateral to support financial instruments when it is deemed necessary. The Bank evaluates such customers’ creditworthiness on a case-by-case basis. The amount of collateral obtained upon extension of credit is based on management’s credit evaluation of the counterparty. Collateral may include deposits held in financial institutions, U.S. Treasury securities, other marketable securities, real estate, accounts receivable, inventory, and property, plant and equipment.

Financial instruments whose contract amounts represent credit risk:

 

     Contract amounts at
December 31,
     2007    2006

Commitments to extend credit

   $ 45,762    60,883
           

Standby letters of credit

   $ 875    2,014
           

Commitments to extend credit are agreements to lend to a customer as long as there is no violation of any condition established in the contract. Commitments generally have fixed expiration dates or other termination clauses and may require payment of a fee. Since many of the commitments are expected to expire without being drawn upon, the total commitment amounts do not necessarily represent future cash requirements.

Standby letters of credit are conditional commitments issued by the Bank to guarantee the performance of a customer to a third party. These guarantees are primarily issued to support public and private borrowing arrangements, including bond financing and similar transactions. Unless renewed, substantially all of the Bank’s standby letters of credit commitments at December 31, 2007 will expire within one year. Management does not anticipate any material losses as a result of these transactions. The credit risk involved in issuing letters of credit is essentially the same as that involved in extending loans to customers.

 

(10) Concentrations of Credit Risk

The Bank grants commercial, residential, consumer and agribusiness loans to customers primarily in the central Virginia area. The Bank has a diversified loan portfolio that is not dependent upon any particular economic sector. As a whole, the portfolio could be affected by general economic conditions in the central Virginia region.

The Bank’s commercial and real estate loan portfolios are diversified, with no significant concentrations of credit. The installment loan portfolio consists of consumer loans primarily for automobiles and other personal property. Overall, the Bank’s loan portfolio is not concentrated within a single industry or group of industries, the loss of any one or more of which would generate a materially adverse impact on the business of the Bank.

The Bank has established operating policies relating to the credit process and collateral in loan originations. Loans to purchase real and personal property are generally collateralized by the related property. Credit approval is principally a function of collateral and the evaluation of the creditworthiness of the borrower based on available financial information.

 

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At times, the Bank may have cash and cash equivalents at a financial institution in excess of insured limits. The Bank places its cash and cash equivalents with high credit quality financial institutions whose credit rating is monitored by management to minimize credit risk.

 

(11) Dividend Restrictions and Capital Requirements

Bankshares’ principal source of funds for dividend payments is dividends received from its subsidiary Bank. For the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006, dividends from the subsidiary Bank totaled $743 and $855, respectively.

Substantially all of Bankshares’ retained earnings consist of undistributed earnings of its subsidiary Bank, which are restricted by various regulations administered by federal banking regulatory agencies. Under applicable federal laws, the Comptroller of the Currency restricts, without prior approval, the total dividend payments of the Bank in any calendar year to the net profits of that year, as defined, combined with the retained net profits for the two preceding years. At December 31, 2007, retained net profits of the Bank that were free of such restriction approximated $5,642.

Bankshares and the Bank are subject to various regulatory capital requirements administered by the federal banking agencies. Failure to meet minimum capital requirements can initiate certain mandatory and possibly additional discretionary actions by regulators that, if undertaken, could have a direct material effect on Bankshares’ consolidated financial statements. Under capital adequacy guidelines and the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action, Bankshares and the Bank must meet specific capital guidelines that involve quantitative measures of their assets, liabilities and certain off-balance-sheet items as calculated under regulatory accounting practices. Bankshares and the Bank’s capital amounts and classification are also subject to qualitative judgments by the regulators about components, risk weightings and other factors.

Quantitative measures established by regulation to ensure capital adequacy require Bankshares and the Bank to maintain minimum amounts and ratios (set forth in the table below) of total and Tier 1 capital (as defined in the regulations) to risk-weighted assets (as defined), and of Tier 1 capital (as defined) to average assets (as defined). Management believes, as of December 31, 2007, that Bankshares and the Bank meets all capital adequacy requirements to which it is subject.

As of December 31, 2007, the most recent notification from Office of the Comptroller of the Currency categorized Bankshares and the Bank as “well capitalized” under the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action. To be categorized as “well capitalized,” Bankshares and the Bank must maintain minimum total risk-based, Tier 1 risk-based and Tier 1 leverage ratios as set forth in the table below. There are no conditions or events since that notification that management believes have changed Bankshares and the Bank’s category.

 

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Bankshares and the Bank’s actual capital amounts and ratios are presented in the table below.

 

     Actual     For Capital
Adequacy Purposes
    To Be “Well
Capitalized” Under
Prompt Corrective
Action Provisions
 
     Amount    Ratio     Amount    Ratio     Amount    Ratio  

As of December 31, 2007:

               

Total Capital

               

(to Risk Weighted Assets):

               

Bankshares consolidated

   $ 28,077    11.24 %   $ 19,990    8.0 %   $ N/A    N/A  

Bank

     27,852    11.15 %     19,949    8.0 %     23,938    10.0 %

Tier 1 Capital

               

(to Risk Weighted Assets):

               

Bankshares consolidated

     26,357    10.55 %     9,995    4.0 %     N/A    N/A  

Bank

     26,132    10.46 %     9,974    4.0 %     11,966    6.0 %

Tier 1 Capital (Leverage)

               

(to Average Assets):

               

Bankshares consolidated

     26,357    9.54 %     9,995    4.0 %     N/A    N/A  

Bank

     26,132    9.45 %     11,059    4.0 %     11,170    5.0 %

 

     Actual     For Capital
Adequacy Purposes
    To Be “Well
Capitalized” Under
Prompt Corrective
Action Provisions
 
     Amount    Ratio     Amount    Ratio     Amount    Ratio  

As of December 31, 2006:

               

Total Capital

               

(to Risk Weighted Assets):

               

Bankshares consolidated

   $ 26,197    10.64 %   $ 19,824    8.0 %   $ N/A    N/A  

Bank

     25,979    10.55 %     19,706    8.0 %     24,633    10.0 %

Tier 1 Capital

               

(to Risk Weighted Assets):

               

Bankshares consolidated

     24,427    9.92 %     9,864    4.0 %     N/A    N/A  

Bank

     24,209    9.83 %     9,853    4.0 %     14,780    6.0 %

Tier 1 Capital (Leverage)

               

(to Average Assets):

               

Bankshares consolidated

     24,427    9.80 %     9,980    4.0 %     N/A    N/A  

Bank

     24,209    9.71 %     9,977    4.0 %     12,471    5.0 %

 

(12) Disclosures About Fair Value of Financial Instruments

SFAS No. 107, Disclosures about Fair Value of Financial Instruments, requires the Company to disclose estimated fair values of its financial instruments.

The following methods and assumptions were used to estimate the approximate fair value of each class of financial instrument for which it is practicable to estimate that value.

 

  (a) Cash and Due from Banks and Federal Funds Sold

The carrying amounts are a reasonable estimate of fair value.

 

  (b) Securities

The fair value of securities, except state and municipal securities, is estimated based on bid prices published in financial newspapers or bid quotations received from securities dealers. The fair value of certain state and municipal securities is not readily available through market sources other than dealer quotations; so fair value estimates are based on quoted market prices of similar instruments, adjusted for differences between the quoted instruments and the instruments being valued.

 

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  (c) Loans

Fair values are estimated for portfolios of loans with similar financial characteristics. Loans are segregated by type such as commercial, real estate - residential, real estate - other, loans to individuals and other loans. Each loan category is further segmented into fixed and adjustable rate interest terms.

The fair value of fixed rate loans is calculated by discounting scheduled cash flows through the estimated maturity using estimated market discount rates that reflect the credit and interest rate risk inherent in the loan as well as estimates for prepayments. The estimate of maturity is based on the Company’s historical experience with repayments for each loan classification, modified, as required, by an estimate of the effect of current economic and lending conditions.

 

  (d) Deposits and Note Payable to Federal Home Loan Bank

The fair value of demand deposits, NOW accounts, and savings deposits is the amount payable on demand. The fair value of fixed maturity time deposits, certificates of deposit and the note payable to the Federal Home Loan Bank is estimated by discounting scheduled cash flows through the estimated maturity using the rates currently offered for deposits or borrowings of similar remaining maturities.

 

  (e) Commitments to Extend Credit and Standby Letters of Credit

The only amounts recorded for commitments to extend credit and standby letters of credit are the deferred fees arising from these unrecognized financial instruments. These deferred fees are not deemed significant at December 31, 2007 and 2006, and as such, the related fair values have not been estimated. The carrying amounts and approximate fair values of the Company’s financial instruments are as follows at December 31, 2007 and 2006:

 

     Carrying
amounts
   Approximate
fair values
   Carrying
amounts
   Approximate
fair values

Financial assets:

           

Cash and due from banks

   $ 6,782    6,782    5,948    5,948

Federal funds sold

     11,562    11,562    8,638    8,638

Securities:

           

Available-for-sale

     15,460    15,460    19,221    19,221

Held-to-maturity

     4,175    4,204    5,645    5,673

Federal Reserve Bank Stock

     75    75    75    75

Federal Home Loan Bank Stock

     476    476    481    481

Loans, net of unearned income and fees

     234,472    238,810    209,631    206,740
                     

Total financial assets

   $ 273,002    277,369    249,639    246,776
                     

Financial liabilities:

           

Deposits

   $ 251,866    254,217    230,817    230,615

Note payable to Federal Home Loan Bank

     —      —      100    100
                     

Total financial liabilities

   $ 251,866    254,217    230,917    230,715
                     

 

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Fair value estimates are made at a specific point in time, based on relevant market information and information about the financial instrument. These estimates do not reflect any premium or discount that could result from offering for sale at one time the Company’s entire holdings of a particular financial instrument. Because no market exists for a significant portion of the Company’s financial instruments, fair value estimates are based on judgments regarding future expected loss experience, current economic conditions, risk characteristics of various financial instruments and other factors. These estimates are subjective in nature and involve uncertainties and matters of significant judgment and therefore cannot be determined with precision. Changes in assumptions could significantly affect the estimates.

Fair value estimates are based on existing on and off-balance sheet financial instruments without attempting to estimate the value of anticipated future business and the value of assets and liabilities that are not considered financial instruments. Significant assets that are not considered financial assets include deferred tax assets and premises and equipment and other real estate owned. In addition, the tax ramifications related to the realization of the unrealized gains and losses can have a significant effect on fair value estimates and have not been considered in the estimates.

 

(13) Parent Company Financial Information

Condensed financial information of Bankshares (Parent) is presented below:

Condensed Balance Sheets

 

     December 31,  
     2007     2006  
Assets     

Cash due from subsidiary

   $ 27     30  

Investment in subsidiary, at equity

     26,666     24,642  

Other assets

     259     218  
              

Total assets

   $ 26,952     24,890  
              
Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity     

Other liabilities

   $ 21     40  
              

Stockholders’ equity (notes 11 and 14):

    

Common stock of $3 par value. Authorized 3,000,000 shares; issued and outstanding 1,485,089 shares in 2007 and 1,459,589 shares in 2006

     4,455     4,379  

Capital surplus

     795     604  

Retained earnings

     21,687     19,973  

Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net

     (6 )   (106 )
              

Total stockholders’ equity

     26,931     24,850  

Commitments, contingencies and other matters (notes 9, 10 and 11)

     —       —    
              

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

   $ 26,952     24,890  
              

 

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Condensed Statements of Income

 

     Years ended
December 31,
     2007    2006    2005

Income:

        

Dividends from subsidiary (note 11)

   $ 743    855    780

Expenses:

        

Other expenses

     97    85    68
                

Income before income tax benefit and equity in undistributed net income of subsidiary

     646    770    712

Applicable income tax benefit

     33    29    34
                

Income before equity in undistributed net income of subsidiary

     679    799    746

Equity in undistributed net income of subsidiary

     1,921    1,613    1,361
                

Net income

   $ 2,600    2,412    2,107
                

Condensed Statements of Cash Flows

 

     Years ended
December 31,
 
     2007     2006     2005  

Cash flows from operating activities:

      

Net income

   $ 2,600     2,412     2,107  

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

      

Equity in undistributed net income of subsidiary

     (1,921 )   (1,613 )   (1,361 )

Increase in other assets

     (32 )   (38 )   (34 )
                    

Net cash provided by operating activities

     647     761     712  
                    

Cash flows from financing activities:

      

Proceeds from issuance of common stock

     255     30     19  

Cash dividends paid

     (887 )   (803 )   (715 )

Increase (decrease) in other liabilities

     (18 )   20     (1 )
                    

Net cash used in financing activities

     (650 )   (753 )   (697 )
                    

Net increase (decrease) in cash due from subsidiary

     (3 )   8     15  

Cash due from subsidiary, beginning of year

     30     22     7  
                    

Cash due from subsidiary, end of year

   $ 27     30     22  
                    

 

(14) Stock Options

The Company has two incentive stock option plans. The 1997 Incentive Stock Plan (the 1997 Plan), pursuant to which the Company’s Board of Directors may grant stock options to officers and key employees, was effective as of May 1, 1997. The 1997 Plan authorizes grants of options to purchase up to 50,000 shares of the Company’s authorized, but unissued common stock. Accordingly, 50,000 shares of authorized, but unissued common stock were reserved for use in the 1997 Plan. All stock options are granted with an exercise price equal to the stock’s fair market value at the date of grant. At December 31, 2007, there were no additional shares available for grant under the 1997 Plan as the plan expired on May 1, 2007.

 

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The 2004 Incentive Stock Plan (the 2004 Plan), pursuant to which the Company’s Board of Directors may grant stock options to officers and key employees, was approved by shareholders on April 13, 2004 and became effective as of May 1, 2004. The 2004 Plan authorizes grants of options to purchase up to 100,000 shares of the Company’s authorized, but unissued common stock. Accordingly, 100,000 shares of authorized, but unissued common stock were reserved for use in the 2004 Plan. All stock options are granted with an exercise price equal to the stock’s fair market value at the date of the grant. At December 31, 2007, there were 100,000 shares available for grant under the 2004 Plan.

Stock options generally have 10-year terms, vest at the rate of 20% per year, and become fully exercisable five years from the date of grant.

During 2007, 25,500 stock options were exercised. During 2006, no stock options were exercised. During 2005, 1,300 stock options were exercised. During 2007, 2006 and 2005, there were no options granted to employees.

A summary of the status of the Bank’s unvested stock awards as of December 31, 2007 and changes during the year then ended is presented below:

 

Unvested Stock Awards

   Shares     Weighted Average
Grant Date Fair Value

Unvested at January 1, 2007

   1,500     $ 3.08

Granted

   —         —  

Vested

   (1,500 )     3.08

Forefeitures

   —         —  
            

Unvested at December 31, 2007

   0       —  

At December 31, 2007, options for 9,500 shares were exercisable at an exercise price of $14.00 per share, and 7,500 shares were exercisable at an exercise price of $14.75 per share. As of December 31, 2007, there was no unrecognized compensation costs related to unvested stock options. Stock option activity during the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006 is as follows:

 

     Number
of
shares
   Weighted
average
exercise price

Balance at December 31, 2005

   42,500    $ 11.78

Forfeited/Exercised

   —        —  

Granted

   —        —  

Balance at December 31, 2006

   42,500    $ 11.78

Forfeited

   —        —  

Exercised

   25,500    $ 10.08

Granted

   —        —  

Balance at December 31, 2007

   17,000    $ 14.33

 

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The following table summarizes information about stock options outstanding at December 31, 2007:

 

     Options Outstanding    Options Exercisable

Exercise Price

   Number
Outstanding
at 12/31/07
   Weighted-
Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life
(in years)
   Weighted-
Average
Exercise
Price
   Number
Exercisable at
12/31/2007
   Weighted-
Average
Exercise
Price

$ 14.00

   9,500    3.5    $ 14.00    9,500    $ 14.00

   14.75

   7,500    4.6      14.75    7,500      14.75
                            
   17,000    4.0    $ 14.33    17,000    $ 14.33
                            

The aggregate intrinsic value of options outstanding was approximately $95, options exercisable was approximately $95, and options unvested and expected to vest was approximately $0 at December 31, 2007.

The total intrinsic value (market value on date of exercise less exercise price) of options exercised during the years ended December 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005 totaled $303, $0 and $4 respectively.

 

(15) Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets

Included in other assets is goodwill of $539 as of December 31, 2007 and 2006. There was no change in the carrying amount of goodwill of $539 for the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006.

 

(16) Quarterly Results of Operations (Unaudited)

The following is a summary of the unaudited quarterly results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006:

 

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     2007
     First
quarter
   Second
quarter
   Third
quarter
   Fourth
quarter

Income statement data:

           

Interest income

   $ 4,343    4,574    4,706    4,736

Interest expense

     1,930    2,049    2,081    2,118
                     

Net interest income

     2,413    2,525    2,625    2,618

Provision for loan losses

     73    118    86    185

Noninterest income

     608    658    680    686

Noninterest expense

     2,117    2,095    2,056    2,256

Income tax expense

     263    310    377    277
                     

Net income

   $ 568    660    786    586
                     

Per share data:

           

Basic net income per share

   $ 0.39    0.44    0.53    0.40

Diluted net income per share

     0.38    0.44    0.53    0.40

Cash dividends per share

     0.15    0.15    0.15    0.15

Book value per share

     16.97    17.13    17.59    18.06
     2006
     First
quarter
   Second
quarter
   Third
quarter
   Fourth
quarter

Income statement data:

           

Interest income

   $ 3,578    3,781    4,015    4,243

Interest expense

     1,412    1,498    1,675    1,840
                     

Net interest income

     2,166    2,283    2,340    2,403

Provision for loan losses

     65    81    94    99

Noninterest income

     561    666    628    645

Noninterest expense

     1,823    1,949    1,955    2,098

Income tax expense

     263    295    290    268
                     

Net income

   $ 576    624    629    583
                     

Per share data:

           

Basic net income per share

   $ 0.39    0.43    0.43    0.40

Diluted net income per share

     0.39    0.42    0.43    0.40

Cash dividends per share

     0.13    0.13    0.14    0.15

Book value per share

     16.14    16.30    16.75    16.78
     2005
     First
quarter
   Second
quarter
   Third
quarter
   Fourth
quarter

Income statement data:

           

Interest income

   $ 2,933    3,061    3,207    3,469

Interest expense

     1,053    1,074    1,209    1,352
                     

Net interest income

     1,880    1,987    1,998    2,117

Provision for loan losses

     60    82    65    23

Noninterest income

     549    637    655    555

Noninterest expense

     1,699    1,781    1,831    1,855

Income tax expense

     193    224    229    230
                     

Net income

   $ 477    537    528    564
                     

Per share data:

           

Basic net income per share

   $ 0.33    0.37    0.36    0.39

Diluted net income per share

     0.32    0.36    0.36    0.38

Cash dividends per share

     0.12    0.12    0.12    0.13

Book value per share

     15.25    15.60    15.75    15.91

 

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Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting.

The Company’s management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act. The Company’s internal control over financial reporting is designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Therefore, even those systems determined to be effective can provide only reasonable assurance with respect to financial statement preparation and presentation.

Management assessed the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2007. In making this assessment, management used the criteria set forth by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) in Internal Control – Integrated Framework. Based on this assessment, our management concluded that, as of December 31, 2007, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting was effective based on those criteria.

This annual report does not include an attestation report of the Company’s registered public accounting firm regarding internal control over financial reporting. Management’s report was not subject to attestation by the Company’s registered public accounting firm pursuant to temporary rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission that permit the Company to provide only management’s report in this annual report.

Changes in Internal Controls.

No changes in our internal control over financial reporting occurred during the quarter ended December 31, 2007 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

 

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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

The Board of Directors and Stockholders

Pinnacle Bankshares Corporation

Altavista, Virginia

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Pinnacle Bankshares Corporation and subsidiary as of December 31, 2007 and 2006, and the related consolidated statements of income, changes in stockholders’ equity and comprehensive income, and cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2007. These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Bank’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our audits.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Pinnacle Bankshares Corporation and subsidiary as of December 31, 2007 and 2006, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2007, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

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Raleigh, North Carolina
March 3, 2008

 

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PINNACLE BANKSHARES CORPORATION

AND SUBSIDIARY

 

Officers of Pinnacle Bankshares Corporation
Robert H. Gilliam, Jr.    President, Chief Executive Officer
Carroll E. Shelton    Senior Vice President
Bryan M. Lemley    Secretary, Treasurer & Chief Financial Officer
Officers and Managers of The First National Bank of Altavista
Robert H. Gilliam, Jr.    President, Chief Executive Officer & Trust Officer
Carroll E. Shelton    Senior Vice President & Chief Credit Officer
Lucy H. Johnson    Senior Vice President & Data Processing Manager
Bryan M. Lemley    Vice President, Cashier & Chief Financial Officer
Aubrey H. Hall, III    Vice President & Chief Lending Officer
William J. Sydnor, II    Vice President & Branch Administration Officer
Judith A. Clements    Vice President & Director of Human Resources
Pamela R. Adams    Vice President & Loan Operations Manager
Thomas R. Burnett, Jr.    Vice President & Commercial Lending Officer
James M. Minear    Vice President & Commercial Real Estate Lending Officer
Tracie A. Robinson    Vice President & Mortgage Production Manager
Edgar R. Tuck    Vice President & Smith Mountain Lake Market Manager
John E. Tucker    Assistant Vice President & Investment Consultant
Albert N. Fariss    Assistant Vice President, Facilities/Purchasing Manager & Security Officer
Ronald C. Clay    Assistant Vice President & Recovery Manager
Brenda M. Eades    Assistant Vice President & Real Estate Loan Officer
Tarry R. Pribble    Assistant Vice President & Collection Manager
Tony J. Bowling    Assistant Vice President & Network Administrator
Christine A. Hunt    Assistant Vice President & Internal Auditor
Vicki G. Greer    Assistant Vice President & Financial Analyst
Marian E. Marshall    Assistant Vice President & Branch Manager (Old Forest)
Daniel R. Wheeler    Assistant Vice President & Branch Manager (Airport)
Shawn D. Stone    Assistant Vice President & Branch Manager (Main)
Vivian S. Brown    Assistant Vice President & Branch Manager (Forest)
Nancy J. Holt    Assistant Vice President & Branch Manager (Vista)
Janet H. Whitehead    Assistant Vice President & Branch Manager (Timberlake)
M. Amanda Ramsey    Assistant Vice President & Branch Manager(Amherst)
Calvin R. Short    Assistant Vice President & Dealer Finance Manager
Anita M. Jones    Loan Production Officer
Dianna C. Hamlett    Compliance Officer & Bank Secrecy Act Officer
Lisa M. Landrum    Dealer Finance Loan Officer
Lauren R. Michael    Training Officer
Barbara H. Caldwell    Assistant Branch Manager (Main)
Arin L. Brown    Retail Business Development Officer (Main)
Doris N. Trent    Retail Business Development Officer (Vista)
Andria C. Smith    Retail Business Development Officer (Airport)
Courtney M. Woody    Retail Business Development Officer (Timberlake)
Cynthia I. Gibson    Bookkeeping Manager
Jennifer L. Edgell    Investment Consultant

 

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GILLIAM ELECTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF RICHMOND

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Robert H. Gilliam, Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of Pinnacle Bankshares Corporation and its subsidiary, The First National Bank of Altavista, has been elected to the Board of Directors of The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. Mr. Gilliam is one of three bankers serving on the nine member board.

The Richmond Federal Reserve Bank serves the Fifth Federal Reserve District, one of twelve in the United States, with the district being comprised of the states of Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina and the District of Columbia. The Richmond Bank has branch offices in Baltimore, Maryland and Charlotte, North Carolina. Mr. Gilliam was elected to the board by Fifth District member banks.

Mr. Gilliam joined First National Bank of Altavista as Vice President in 1970 and become President and CEO in 1980. He served as an Assistant National Bank Examiner with the Comptroller of the Currency from 1967 until joining First National Bank.

Mr. Gilliam has been active in the Virginia Bankers Association throughout his banking career. He is currently Chairman of Bankers Investments Group, LLC, a broker/dealer owned by a consortium of community banks and managed by VBA Management Services, Inc. He has served as Chairman of the VBA Benefits Corporation, the VBA BankPac Committee and Group IV. Mr. Gilliam was President of the Virginia Bankers Association for 1995-1996. The Association presented Mr. Gilliam with its Legislative Action Award in 2006.

Mr. Gilliam has served as a member of the Government Relations Council and the BankPac Committee of the American Bankers Association and has been a Director of the Virginia Association of Community Banks.

On a community level, Mr. Gilliam is a Director of Altavista Life Saving & First Aid Crew, Inc. and holds a seat on the Altavista Industrial Development Authority. He is a member and past President of the Altavista Lions Club and a past President of the Altavista Area Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Gilliam was honored as the Altavista Area Chamber of Commerce Business Person of the Year for 2006. He has served as a Director of the Altavista Area YMCA and the Greater Lynchburg Community Trust. Mr. Gilliam is an active member and ordained elder of Altavista Presbyterian Church.

Mr. Gilliam received his bachelor degree in Economics and Business Administration from Guilford College, Greensboro, North Carolina, and is a graduate of the Virginia Bankers School of Bank Management at the University of Virginia.

Mr. Gilliam’s three year term on the Richmond Fed Board will run through December 31, 2010.

 

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PINNACLE BANKSHARES CORPORATION

AND SUBSIDIARY

Shareholder Information

PERFORMANCE GRAPH

The graph below compares total returns assuming reinvestment of dividends of Pinnacle Bankshares Common Stock, the NASDAQ Market Index, and an Industry Peer Group Index. The graph assumes $100 invested on December 31, 2002 in Pinnacle Bankshares Corporation Common Stock and in each of the indices. In 2007, the financial holding companies in the SIC Code Index consisted of 245 banks with the same standard industry code of 6022 as Pinnacle Bankshares Corporation.

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ASSUMES $100 INVESTED ON DEC. 31, 2002

ASSUMES DIVIDEND REINVESTED

FISCAL YEAR ENDING DEC. 31, 2007

 

     Cumulative Total Returns For Fiscal Year Ending
     2002    2003    2004    2005    2006    2007

Pinnacle Bankshares Corporation

   100.00    123.04    137.32    147.80    159.87    147.46

SIC Code Index 6022

   100.00    130.40    141.81    139.44    158.68    141.53

NASDAQ Market Index

   100.00    150.36    163.00    166.58    183.68    201.91

 

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PINNACLE BANKSHARES CORPORATION

AND SUBSIDIARY

Shareholder Information

Annual Meeting

The 2008 Annual Meeting of Shareholders will be held on April 8, 2008, at 11:30 a.m. at the Fellowship Hall of Altavista Presbyterian Church, located at 707 Broad Street, Altavista, Virginia.

Market for Common Equity and Related Stockholder Matters

The Company’s Common Stock is quoted on the OTC Bulletin Board. The following table presents the high and low bid prices per share of the Common Stock, as reported on the OTC Bulletin Board, and dividend information of the Company for the quarters presented. The high and low bid prices of the Common Stock presented below reflect inter-dealer prices and do not include retail markups, markdowns or commissions, and may not represent actual transactions.

 

     2007    2006
     High    Low    Dividends    High    Low    Dividends

First Quarter

   $ 28.00    $ 22.10    $ 0.15    $ 22.00    $ 21.00    $ 0.13

Second Quarter

   $ 25.90    $ 22.70    $ 0.15    $ 23.00    $ 21.05    $ 0.13

Third Quarter

   $ 24.60    $ 23.80    $ 0.15    $ 22.00    $ 20.05    $ 0.14

Fourth Quarter

   $ 24.75    $ 19.91    $ 0.15    $ 25.40    $ 20.75    $ 0.15

Each share of Common Stock is entitled to participate equally in dividends, which are payable as and when determined by the Board of Directors after consideration of the earnings, general economic conditions, the financial condition of the business and other factors as might be appropriate. The Company’s ability to pay dividends is dependent upon its receipt of dividends from its subsidiary. Prior approval from the Comptroller of the Currency is required if the total of all dividends declared by a national bank, including the proposed dividend, in any calendar year will exceed the sum of the Bank’s net profits for that year and its retained net profits for the preceding two calendar years, less any required transfers to surplus. This limitation has not had a material impact on the Bank’s ability to declare dividends during 2007 and 2006 and is not expected to have a material impact during 2008.

As of December 31, 2007, there were approximately 377 shareholders of record of Bankshares’ Common Stock.

Requests for Information

Requests for information about the Company should be directed to Bryan M. Lemley, Secretary, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer, P.O. Box 29, Altavista, Virginia 24517, telephone (434) 369-3000. A copy of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007, will be furnished without charge to shareholders upon written request after March 31, 2008.

Shareholders seeking information regarding lost certificates and dividends should contact Registrar and Transfer Company in Cranford, New Jersey, telephone (800) 368-5948. Please submit address changes in writing to:

Registrar and Transfer Company

Investor Relations Department

10 Commerce Drive

Cranford, New Jersey 07016-9982


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