EX-99.1 2 exhibit9911stqtr2024shrepo.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Document

Exhibit 99.1
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May 2, 2024
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We are pleased to report a summary of financial results for Union Bankshares, Inc. for the three months ended March 31, 2024. Consolidated net income for the first quarter was $2.41 million, compared to $2.98 million for the first quarter of 2023. The $560 thousand decrease in earnings was attributable to a decrease in net interest income of $967 thousand and an increase in noninterest expenses of $492 thousand, partially offset by an increase in noninterest income of $301 thousand and decreases of $304 thousand in credit loss expense and $294 thousand in income tax expense.
Total assets increased 4.1% to $1.42 billion as of March 31, 2024 primarily due to loan growth. Total loans outstanding were $1.04 billion as of March 31, 2024, compared to $976.6 million as of March 31, 2023. Asset quality remains strong with minimal past due loans and no charge-offs for the three months ended March 31, 2024.
Total deposits were $1.17 billion as of March 31, 2024 and include $100.0 million of purchased brokered deposits, compared to deposits of $1.23 billion as of March 31, 2023 with $108.0 million of purchased deposits. Borrowed funds were $150.7 million as of March 31, 2024, compared to $45.1 million outstanding as of March 31, 2023. The Company’s capital remains strong and is considered well capitalized by regulatory guidelines as of March 31, 2024.
In late 2023, the Federal Reserve signaled they were finished with interest rate increases and possibly would begin to reduce rates in 2024. The economic data released to date in 2024, as it relates to inflation, unemployment, and other pertinent information, is not supportive of lower rates resulting in no rate cuts by the Federal Reserve as of this writing. The most recent messaging from the Federal Reserve is they are prepared to stay “higher for longer” until the economic data supports a reduction in interest rates.

Despite the earnings pressure created from the prolonged inversion of the yield curve, the Company’s financial position remains strong, supported by excellent asset quality, a diverse funding base including customer deposits and wholesale funding sources and a strong liquidity position.
Northern Vermont and New Hampshire experienced a once in a lifetime event on April 8, 2024, with the viewing of the solar eclipse. Several of our towns were in the path of totality which made for an awe-inspiring experience for residents and visitors alike. It was nothing less than amazing if you were fortunate to view it. April is typically a slow tourism time in the northeast being in between ski season and summer and while results have not yet been released, early counts indicated thousands of visitors came to the area to view this event. These visitors provided a boost to the economy with increased spending on accommodations, food, and other tourism related activities. Many towns hosted special events and activities to welcome and entertain the viewers. All in all, it was a spectacular experience.
We would like to take this opportunity to remind you that you are invited to the 133rd Annual Meeting of Union Bankshares, Inc. which will be held on May 15, 2024 at 3:00pm at the Stearns Center Performance Space, Vermont State University - Johnson Campus, 337 College Hill Road, Johnson, VT. A reception will be held immediately after the Annual Meeting.
Lastly, on April 17, 2024, the Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.36 payable May 2, 2024 to shareholders of record as of April 27, 2024.
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If you need assistance with a change in registration of certificates, combining your certificates into one, reporting lost certificates, non-receipt or loss of dividend checks, assistance regarding direct deposit of dividends, information about the Company, or to receive copies of financial reports, please contact Kristy Adams Alfieri, Assistant Secretary at 802.888.0982 or contact our Transfer Agent at the address and phone number listed below:
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TRANSFER AGENT:
Broadridge Corporate Issuer Solutions, Inc.
P.O. Box 1342
Brentwood, NY 11717
866.321.8022 or
720.378.5956
E-mail: shareholder@broadridge.com
NASDAQ STOCK MARKET
Ticker Symbol: UNB
Corporate Name: Union Bankshares, Inc.
Corporate Address:
20 Lower Main Street
P.O. Box 667
Morrisville, VT 05661-0667
Investor Relations: UBLocal.com
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Neil J. Van Dyke
Chair
David S. Silverman
President & Chief Executive Officer
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About Union Bankshares
Union Bankshares, Inc. operates as the holding company for Union Bank, which provides commercial, retail and municipal banking services and asset management services throughout northern Vermont and New Hampshire. Union Bank was founded in 1891 in Morrisville, Vermont, where the Bank’s and its holding company’s headquarters are located. Union Bank operates 19 banking offices, 2 loan centers and several ATMs throughout its geographical footprint.

Union Bank has been helping people buy homes and local businesses create jobs in area communities since opening its doors over 130 years ago. Union Bank has earned an exceptional reputation for residential lending programs and has been recognized by the US Department of Agriculture, Rural Development for the positive impact made in the lives of first time home buyers. Union Bank is consistently one of the top Vermont Housing Finance Agency mortgage originators. Additionally, Union Bank has also been designated as an SBA Preferred lender for its participation in small business lending. Union Bank has received an "Outstanding" rating for its compliance with the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA). An institution in this group has an excellent record of helping to meet the credit needs of its assessment area, particularly in low-and moderate income neighborhoods, in a manner consistent with its resources and capabilities.



Consolidated Balance Sheets
(unaudited, in thousands)
Consolidated Statements of Income
(unaudited, in thousands)
Union Bankshares, Inc.
DIRECTORS
OFFICERS
Neil J. Van Dyke - Chair
Neil J. Van Dyke - Chair
ASSETSMarch 31, 2024March 31, 2023March 31, 2024March 31, 2023
Timothy W. Sargent - Vice Chair
David S. Silverman - President & CEO
Joel S. Bourassa
Karyn J. Hale - Chief Financial Officer
(3 months ended)
Dawn D. Bugbee
Timothy W. Sargent - Secretary
Cash and Due from Banks$4,123 $4,340 Interest Income$15,621 $13,044 
Mary K. Parent
Kristy Adams Alfieri - Assistant Secretary
Interest Expense6,613 3,069 Nancy C. Putnam
Federal Funds Sold & Overnight Deposits18,536 17,479 Gregory D. Sargent
Net Interest Income9,008 9,975 David S. Silverman
Interest Bearing Deposits in Banks14,441 16,428 Janet P. Spitler
Credit Loss (Benefit) Expense(230)74 
Investment Securities259,281 276,767 Net Interest Income After
Credit Loss (Benefit) Expense
9,238 9,901 Union BankREGIONAL
ADVISORY BOARD
MEMBERS
Loans Held for Sale3,415 2,849 
Wealth Management Income255 211 
DIRECTORS
Loans, net1,035,976 973,767 Noninterest Income2,331 2,074 
Neil J. Van Dyke - Chair
Michael R. Barrett - St. Johnsbury
Timothy W. Sargent - Vice Chair
Steven J. Bourgeois - St. Albans
Allowance for Credit Losses(6,645)(6,934)Noninterest Expenses:Joel S. Bourassa
Andrew A. Dean - Northern NH
Salaries & Wages3,553 3,502 Dawn D. Bugbee
Stanley T. Fillion - Northern NH
Premises and Equipment, net20,738 20,256 Mary K. Parent
Rosemary H. Gingue - St. Johnsbury
Employee Benefits1,489 1,377 Nancy C. Putnam
John M. Goodrich - Northern NH
Accrued Interest & Other Assets67,732 57,103 Gregory D. Sargent
Christopher M. Knapp - Northern NH
David S. Silverman
Coleen K. Kohaut - St. Albans
Total Assets$1,417,597 $1,362,055 Occupancy Expense, net569 578 Janet P. Spitler
Justin P. Lavely - St. Johnsbury
Daniel J. Luneau - St. Albans
Equipment Expense962 897 
Samuel H. Ruggiano - St. Albans
Christine A. Sheley - Northern NH
David S. Silverman - All
LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITYMarch 31, 2024March 31, 2023Other Expenses2,669 2,396 
Union Bank Offices
(ATMs at all Branch Locations)
Total9,242 8,750 
Noninterest Bearing Deposits$222,128 $262,488 
Income Before Taxes2,582 3,436 VERMONT
Interest Bearing Deposits649,898 709,401 
Berlin1028 US Route 302802.476.0061
Time Deposits299,618 254,089 Income Tax Expense165 459 FairfaxJct. Routes 104 & 128802.849.2600
Hardwick103 VT Route 15 West802.472.8100
Borrowed Funds150,696 45,106 Net income$2,417 $2,977 Jeffersonville5062 VT Route 15802.644.6600
Jericho368 VT Route 15802.899.7500
Subordinated Notes16,247 16,213 Earnings Per Share$0.53 $0.66 Johnson198 Lower Main Street802.635.6600
Lyndonville183 Depot Street802.626.3100
Accrued Interest & Other Liabilities15,190 14,166 Book Value Per Share$14.12 $13.44 Morrisville20 Lower Main Street802.888.6600
65 Northgate Plaza802.888.6860
Common Stock9,991 9,965 Shelburne5068 Shelburne Road802.985.0227
St. Albans15 Mapleville Depot802.524.9000
Additional Paid-in Capital2,778 2,353 St. JohnsburyOperations and Loan Center
Retained Earnings364 Railroad Street802.748.3131
90,262 86,060 Branch
Accumulated Other
Comprehensive Loss
(34,894)(33,514)325 Portland Street802.748.3121
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Stowe47 Park Street802.253.6600
WillistonBranch
Treasury Stock at Cost(4,317)(4,272)31 Market St802.878.7900
Loan Center
Total Liabilities & Shareholders' Equity$1,417,597 $1,362,055 31 Market St802.865.1000
Standby letters of credit were $1,532,000 and $1,542,000 at March 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.NEW HAMPSHIRE
Groveton3 State Street603.636.1611
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Littleton263 Dells Road603.444.7136
76 Main Street603.444.5321
Lincoln135 Main Street603.745.4000
North Conway120 North-South Road603.356.4010