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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
 
FORM 10-Q

xQUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2014MARCH 31, 2015

o
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE  ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM             TO             .

Commission file number: 000-32897

UNITED SECURITY BANCSHARES
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
 
CALIFORNIA 91-2112732
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
   
2126 Inyo Street, Fresno, California 93721
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

Registrants telephone number, including area code    (559) 248-4943

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes o  No  x
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing for the past 90 days. Yes x No

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes x No o           

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an accelerated filer (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act).
 Large accelerated filer o
Accelerated filer o
Non-accelerated filer o
Small reporting company x
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act). Yes o  No  x

Aggregate market value of the Common Stock held by non-affiliates as of the last business day of the registrant's most recently completed second fiscal quarter - June 30, 2014:   $59,326,341

Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer's classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date.

Common Stock, no par value
(Title of Class)

Shares outstanding as of October 31, 2014April 30, 2015: 15,272,38215,579,335

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PART I. Financial Information 
    
 Item 1.Financial Statements 
    
  
  
  
  
  
  
    
 
    
  
  
  
  
  
    
 
 Item 1.
 Item 1A.
 Item 2.
 Item 3.
 Item 4.
 Item 5.
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PART I. Financial Information


United Security Bancshares and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Balance Sheets – (unaudited)
September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014
(in thousands except shares)September 30, 2014 December 31, 2013March 31, 2015 December 31, 2014
Assets      
Cash and due from banks$19,039
 $20,193
Cash and non-interest bearing deposits in other banks$18,812
 $21,348
Cash and due from Federal Reserve Bank115,846
 115,019
66,666
 82,229
Cash and cash equivalents134,885
 135,212
85,478
 103,577
Interest-bearing deposits in other banks1,520
 1,515
1,523
 1,522
Investment securities available for sale (at fair value)49,624
 43,616
46,898
 48,301
Loans447,436
 395,317
492,245
 457,919
Unearned fees and unamortized loan origination costs(425) (304)
Unearned fees and unamortized loan origination costs, net315
 (324)
Allowance for credit losses(11,115) (10,988)(11,290) (10,771)
Net loans435,896
 384,025
481,270
 446,824
Accrued interest receivable1,924
 1,644
1,984
 1,927
Premises and equipment – net11,764
 12,122
11,331
 11,550
Other real estate owned14,343
 13,946
14,010
 14,010
Intangible assets
 62
Goodwill4,488
 4,488
4,488
 4,488
Cash surrender value of life insurance17,587
 17,203
17,845
 17,717
Investment in limited partnerships1,006
 4,534
959
 871
Deferred income taxes - net11,660
 11,630
6,849
 6,853
Other assets5,697
 5,932
5,789
 5,529
Total assets$690,394
 $635,929
$678,424
 $663,169
      
Liabilities & Shareholders' Equity 
  
 
  
Liabilities 
  
 
  
Deposits 
  
 
  
Noninterest bearing$241,863
 $214,317
$227,537
 $215,439
Interest bearing349,084
 328,172
350,730
 349,934
Total deposits590,947
 542,489
578,267
 565,373
      
Accrued interest payable42
 44
42
 40
Accounts payable and other liabilities8,063
 5,728
5,733
 4,815
Junior subordinated debentures (at fair value)10,047
 11,125
10,238
 10,115
Total liabilities609,099
 559,386
594,280
 580,343
      
Shareholders' Equity 
  
 
  
Common stock, no par value 20,000,000 shares authorized, 15,272,382 issued and outstanding at September 30, 2014, and 14,799,888 at December 31, 201348,420
 45,778
Common stock, no par value 20,000,000 shares authorized, 15,579,335 issued and outstanding at March 31, 2015, and 15,425,086 at December 31, 201450,106
 49,271
Retained earnings33,019
 30,884
34,130
 33,730
Accumulated other comprehensive loss(144) (119)(92) (175)
Total shareholders' equity81,295
 76,543
84,144
 82,826
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity$690,394
 $635,929
$678,424
 $663,169

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United Security Bancshares and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Income
(Unaudited)
 
Quarter Ended September 30, Nine Months Ended September 30,Three months ended March 31,
(In thousands except shares and EPS)2014 2013 2014 20132015 2014
Interest Income:          
Loans, including fees$6,187
 $5,545
 $17,602
 $16,565
$6,279
 $5,475
Investment securities – AFS – taxable227
 157
 688
 495
214
 228
Interest on deposits in FRB63
 88
 210
 223
46
 83
Interest on deposits in other banks2
 2
 5
 6
2
 2
Total interest income6,479
 5,792
 18,505
 17,289
6,541
 5,788
Interest Expense: 
  
  
  
 
  
Interest on deposits291
 301
 812
 1,043
259
 262
Interest on other borrowings59
 64
 183
 217
58
 61
Total interest expense350
 365
 995

1,260
317

323
Net Interest Income Before Provision for Credit Losses6,129
 5,427
 17,510
 16,029
Net Interest Income Before Provision (Recovery) for Credit Losses6,224
 5,465
Provision (Recovery) for Credit Losses39
 (1,150) (101) (1,120)459
 (47)
Net Interest Income6,090
 6,577
 17,611
 17,149
5,765
 5,512
Noninterest Income: 
  
  
  
 
  
Customer service fees957
 873
 2,639
 2,554
833
 794
Increase in cash surrender value of bank-owned life insurance129
 140
 384
 417
128
 127
Gain (loss) on fair value of financial liability95
 141
 (34) (519)
Gain on sale of investment in limited partnership
 
 691
 
Gain on sale of fixed asset
 
 25
 
Loss on fair value of financial liability(125) (345)
Other130
 259
 428
 586
85
 141
Total noninterest income1,311
 1,413
 4,133
 3,038
921
 717
Noninterest Expense: 
  
       
Salaries and employee benefits2,303
 2,210
 7,108
 6,684
2,431
 2,526
Occupancy expense966
 905
 2,795
 2,693
940
 873
Data processing32
 33
 101
 126
31
 41
Professional fees452
 316
 959
 1,136
348
 180
Regulatory assessments228
 334
 700
 1,032
246
 233
Director fees59
 58
 176
 175
56
 56
Amortization of intangibles
 47
 62
 140

 47
Correspondent bank service charges30
 72
 89
 229
19
 29
(Gain) loss on California tax credit partnership(62) 86
 (15) 151
Net cost (gain) on operation and sale of OREO116
 182
 480
 (1,036)
Loss on California tax credit partnership30
 23
Net cost on operation of OREO68
 281
Other493
 711
 1,700
 1,851
539
 506
Total noninterest expense4,617
 4,954
 14,155
 13,181
4,708
 4,795
Income Before Provision for Taxes2,784
 3,036
 7,589
 7,006
1,978
 1,434
Provision for Taxes on Income1,081
 1,184
 2,930
 2,683
750
 526
Net Income$1,703
 $1,852
 $4,659
 $4,323
$1,228
 $908

          
Net Income per common share 
  
       
Basic$0.11
 $0.12
 $0.31
 $0.28
$0.08
 $0.06
Diluted$0.11
 $0.12
 $0.31
 $0.28
$0.08
 $0.06
Shares on which net income per common shares were based 
  
       
Basic15,262,501
 15,248,221
 15,253,192
 15,245,874
15,579,335
 15,554,688
Diluted15,267,808
 15,248,426
 15,260,748
 15,247,149
15,581,162
 15,559,409

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United Security Bancshares and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income
(Unaudited)

 Three Months Ended  
 September 30, 2014
 Three Months Ended  
 September 30, 2013
 Nine Months Ended 
 September 30, 2014
 Nine Months Ended 
 September 30, 2013
Net Income$1,703
 $1,852
 $4,659
 $4,323
        
Unrealized holdings losses on securities(95) (127) (87) (542)
Unrealized gains on unrecognized post retirement costs16
 20
 47
 60
Other comprehensive loss, before tax(79) (107) (40) (482)
Tax benefit related to securities38
 51
 35
 217
Tax expense related to unrecognized post retirement costs(6) (8) (20) (25)
Total other comprehensive loss(47) (64) (25) (290)
Comprehensive income$1,656
 $1,788
 $4,634
 $4,033
(In thousands)Three months ended March 31, 2015 Three months ended March 31, 2014
Net Income$1,228
 $908
    
Unrealized holdings gains (losses) on securities120
 (49)
Unrealized gains on unrecognized post-retirement costs19
 16
Other comprehensive income (loss), before tax139
 (33)
Tax (expense) benefit related to securities(48) 19
Tax expense related to unrecognized post-retirement costs(8) (6)
Total other comprehensive income (loss)83
 (20)
Comprehensive income$1,311
 $888


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United Security Bancshares and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Shareholders' Equity
(unaudited)
Common stock      Common stock      
(In thousands except shares)Number of Shares Amount Retained Earnings Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)  TotalNumber of Shares Amount Retained Earnings Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)  Total
   
Balance December 31, 201214,217,303
 $43,173
 $26,179
 $89
 $69,441
Balance December 31, 201314,799,888
 $45,778
 $30,884
 $(119) $76,543
         
Other comprehensive loss 
  
  
 (20) (20)
Common stock dividends147,946
 853
 (853)  
 
Stock-based compensation expense 
 9
  
  
 9
Net income 
  
 908
  
 908
Balance March 31, 201414,947,834
 $46,640
 $30,939
 $(139) $77,440
                  
Other comprehensive loss 
  
  
 (290) (290) 
  
  
 (36) (36)
Common stock dividends430,853
 1,840
 (1,840)  
 
453,330
 2,517
 (2,517)  
 
Common stock issuance5,202
 12
     12
23,922
 95
  
  
 95
Stock-based compensation expense 
 13
  
  
 13
 
 19
  
  
 19
Net Income 
  
 4,323
  
 4,323
Balance September 30, 201314,653,358
 $45,038
 $28,662
 $(201) $73,499
Net income 
  
 5,308
  
 5,308
Balance December 31, 201415,425,086
 $49,271
 $33,730
 $(175) $82,826
                  
Other comprehensive income 
  
  
 82
 82
 
  
  
 83
 83
Common stock dividends146,530
 724
 (724)  
 
154,249
 828
 (828)  
 
Stock-based compensation expense 
 16
  
  
 16
 
 7
  
  
 7
Net Income 
  
 2,946
  
 2,946
Balance December 31, 201314,799,888
 $45,778
 $30,884
 $(119) $76,543
         
Other comprehensive loss 
  
  
 (25) (25)
Common stock dividends448,572
 2,524
 (2,524)  
 
Stock options exercised23,922
 95
     95
Stock-based compensation expense 
 23
  
  
 23
Net Income 
  
 4,659
  
 4,659
Balance September 30, 201415,272,382
 $48,420
 $33,019
 $(144) $81,295
Net income 
  
 1,228
  
 1,228
Balance March 31, 201515,579,335
 $50,106
 $34,130
 $(92) $84,144


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United Security Bancshares and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (unaudited)
 Nine Months Ended 
 September 30,
(In thousands)2014 2013
Cash Flows From Operating Activities:   
Net Income$4,659
 $4,323
Adjustments to reconcile net income:to cash provided by operating activities: 
  
Benefit for credit losses(101) (1,120)
Depreciation and amortization1,011
 967
Amortization of investment securities190
 20
Accretion of investment securities(26) (49)
(Increase) decrease in accrued interest receivable(280) 297
Decrease in accrued interest payable(2) (14)
(Decrease) increase in accounts payable and accrued liabilities(1,113) 156
Increase in unearned fees121
 14
Increase in income taxes payable2,936
 6,575
Stock-based compensation expense23
 13
(Benefits) provision for deferred income taxes(14) 272
Gain on sale of other real estate owned(109) (1,949)
Impairment loss on other real estate owned
 214
Increase in surrender value of life insurance(384) (442)
Loss on fair value option of financial liabilities34
 519
(Gain) loss on tax credit limited partnership interest(15) 151
Amortization of CDI62
 140
Gain on sale of investment in limited partnership(691) 
Gain on sale of premises and equipment(25) 
Net decrease in other assets(170) (920)
Net cash provided by operating activities6,106
 9,167
    
Cash Flows From Investing Activities: 
  
Net increase in interest-bearing deposits with banks(5) (6)
Redemption of correspondent bank stock
 433
Purchase of correspondent bank stock(97) 
Purchases of available-for-sale securities(10,192) (8,302)
Maturities and calls of available-for-sale securities
 3,600
Principal payments of available-for-sale securities3,934
 3,458
Net (increase) decrease in loans(50,199) 17,806
Cash proceeds from sales of other real estate owned1,020
 6,651
Investment in limited partnership(70) 
Cash proceeds from sale of investment in limited partnership1,250
 
Capital expenditures of premises and equipment(628) (793)
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities(54,987) 22,847
    
Cash Flows From Financing Activities: 
  
Net increase in demand deposits and savings accounts55,365
 16,372
Net decrease in certificates of deposit(6,906) (8,183)

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Proceeds from exercise of stock options95
 12
Three months ended March 31,
(In thousands)2015 2014
Cash Flows From Operating Activities:   
Net Income$1,228
 $908
Adjustments to reconcile net income:to cash provided by operating activities: 
  
Provision (recovery of provision) for credit losses459
 (47)
Depreciation and amortization355
 329
Amortization of investment securities65
 47
Accretion of investment securities(6) (9)
(Increase) decrease in accrued interest receivable(57) 53
Decrease in accrued interest payable2
 2
Decrease in accounts payable and accrued liabilities(1) (35)
(Decrease) increase in unearned fees(639) 218
Increase in income taxes payable801
 666
Stock-based compensation expense7
 9
Benefit for deferred income taxes(51) (142)
Increase in cash surrender value of bank-owned life insurance(128) (127)
Loss on fair value option of financial liabilities125
 345
Loss on tax credit limited partnership interest30
 23
Amortization of CDI
 47
Net decrease in other assets(126) (186)
Net cash provided by operating activities2,064
 2,101
   
Cash Flows From Investing Activities: 
  
Net increase in interest-bearing deposits with banks(1) (1)
Purchases of available-for-sale securities
 (10,192)
Principal payments of available-for-sale securities1,464
 980
Net increase in loans(34,266) (17,001)
Investment in limited partnership(119) (70)
Capital expenditures of premises and equipment(136) (215)
Net cash used in investing activities(33,058) (26,499)
   
Cash Flows From Financing Activities: 
  
Net increase in demand deposits and savings accounts13,414
 23,923
Net (decrease) increase in certificates of deposit(519) 1,870
Net cash provided by financing activities48,554
 8,201
12,895
 25,793
      
Net (increase) decrease in cash and cash equivalents(327) 40,215
Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents(18,099) 1,395
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period135,212
 141,627
103,577
 135,212
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period$134,885
 $181,842
$85,478
 $136,607
 

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United Security Bancshares and Subsidiaries - Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements - (Unaudited)
 
1.Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting and Reporting Policies
 
The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of United Security Bancshares, and its wholly owned subsidiary United Security Bank (the “Bank”) and two bank subsidiaries, USB Investment Trust (the “REIT”) and United Security Emerging Capital Fund, (collectively the “Company” or “USB”). Intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.

These unaudited financial statements have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles for interim financial information on a basis consistent with the accounting policies reflected in the audited financial statements of the Company included in its 20132014 Annual Report on Form 10-K. These interim financial statements do not include all of the information and footnotes required by generally accepted accounting principles for complete financial statements. In the opinion of management, all adjustments (consisting of a normal, recurring nature) considered necessary for a fair presentation have been included. Operating results for the interim periods presented are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for any other interim period or for the year as a whole.

Recently Issued Accounting Standards:

In January 2014, FASB issued ASU 2014-04, Receivables - Troubled Debt Restructurings by Creditors.  The amendments in this ASU clarify that an in substance repossession or foreclosure occurs, and a creditor is considered to have received physical possession of residential real estate property collateralizing a consumer mortgage loan, upon either (1) the creditor obtaining legal title to the residential real estate property upon completion of a foreclosure or (2) the borrower conveying all interest in the residential real estate property to the creditor to satisfy that loan through completion of a deed in lieu of foreclosure or through a similar legal agreement.  Additionally, the amendments require interim and annual disclosure of both (1) the amount of foreclosed residential real estate property held by the creditor and (2) the recorded investment in consumer mortgage loans collateralized by residential real estate property that are in the process of foreclosure according to local requirements of the applicable jurisdiction.  The amendments in this ASU are effective for public business entities for annual periods, and interim periods within those annual periods, beginning after December 15, 2014.  An entity can elect to adopt the amendments in this ASU using either a modified retrospective transition method or a prospective transition method.  Early adoption is permitted.  The adoption of this update did not have a significant impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

In January 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2014-01 Accounting for Investments in Qualified Affordable Housing Projects. This ASU provides "guidance on accounting for investments by a reporting entity in flow-through limited liability entities that manage or invest in affordable housing projects that qualify for the low-income housing tax credit." It allows the proportional amortization method to be used by a reporting entity if certain conditions are met. The ASU also defines when a qualified affordable housing project through a limited liability entity should be tested for impairment. If a qualified affordable housing project does not meet the conditions for using the proportional amortization method, the investment should be accounted for using an equity method investment or a cost method investment. The ASU is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2014, and interim periods therein.

In November 2013, The Company will continue to account for our low-income housing tax credit investments using the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2014-04 Reclassification of Residential Real Estate Collateralized Consumer Mortgage Loans upon Foreclosure. The amendments in the ASU clarify when an in substance repossession or foreclosure occurs - that is, when a creditor should be considered to have received physical possession of residential real estate property collateralizing a consumer mortgage loan such that the loan receivable should be derecognized and the real estate property recognized. The new ASU requires a creditor to reclassify a collateralized consumer mortgage loan to real estate property upon obtaining legal titleequity method subsequent to the real estate collateral, or the borrower voluntarily conveying all interest in the real estate property to the lender to satisfy the loan through a deed in lieuadoption of foreclosure or similar legal agreement. The ASU is effective for annual periods,2014-01 and interim periods within those annual periods, beginning after December 15 2014.

In February 2013, The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2013-02, Comprehensive Income (Topic 220): Reporting of Amounts Reclassified Out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, to improve the transparency of reporting reclassifications out of accumulated other comprehensive income. ASU 2013-02 requires an organization to present (either on the face of the statement where net income is presented or in the notes) the effects on the line items of net income of significant amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income–but only if the item reclassified is required under U.S. GAAP to be reclassified to net income in its entirety in the same reporting period. The amendments are effective for reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2012.  The amounts reclassified out of net income weredoes not significant and this ASU did not have a significantexpect any impact on the Company’sCompany's consolidated financial statements.

In January 2013, the FASB issued ASU No. 2013-01 Balance Sheet (Topic 210) Clarifying the Scope of Disclosures about Offsetting Assets and Liabilities, which clarifies that ordinary trade receivables and receivables are not in the scope of ASU 2011-11. It further clarifies that the scope of ASU No. 2011-11 applies to derivatives, repurchase agreements and reverse purchase agreements, and securities borrowing and securities lending transactions that are either offset in accordance with specific criteria contained in FASB Accounting Standards Codification® or subject to a master netting arrangement or similar agreement. Both ASU 2011-11 and ASU 2013-1 are effective for annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2013, and interim periods within those annual periods. The Company adopted these ASUs during the first quarter of 2013 and they did not have a material impact on its financial statements.




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2.Investment Securities

Following is a comparison of the amortized cost and fair value of securities available-for-sale, as of September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014:
(In thousands) Amortized Cost Gross Unrealized Gains Gross Unrealized Losses Fair Value (Carrying Amount)
September 30, 2014 
(in 000's) Amortized Cost Gross Unrealized Gains Gross Unrealized Losses Fair Value (Carrying Amount)
March 31, 2015 
Securities available for sale: Amortized Cost Gross Unrealized Gains Gross Unrealized Losses Fair Value (Carrying Amount) 
U.S. Government agencies $11,559
 $403
 $
 $11,962
U.S. Government collateralized mortgage obligations 30,674
 404
 
 31,078
Mutual Funds4,000
 
 (209) 3,791
4,000
 
 (142) 3,858
Total securities available for sale$49,183
 $755
 $(314) $49,624
$46,233
 $807
 $(142) $46,898

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 Amortized Cost Gross Unrealized Gains Gross Unrealized Losses Fair Value (Carrying Amount)
December 31, 2013 
(in 000's) Amortized Cost Gross Unrealized Gains Gross Unrealized Losses Fair Value (Carrying Amount)
December 31, 2014 
Securities available for sale: Amortized Cost Gross Unrealized Gains Gross Unrealized Losses Fair Value (Carrying Amount) 
U.S. Government agencies $12,097
 $399
 $
 $12,496
U.S. Government collateralized mortgage obligations 31,659
 336
 (13) 31,982
Mutual Funds4,000
 
 (270) 3,730
4,000
 
 (177) 3,823
Total securities available for sale$43,089
 $875
 $(348) $43,616
$47,756
 $735
 $(190) $48,301
 
The amortized cost and fair value of securities available for sale at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, by contractual maturity, are shown below. Actual maturities may differ from contractual maturities because issuers have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties. Contractual maturities on collateralized mortgage obligations cannot be anticipated due to allowed paydowns. Mutual funds are included in the "due in one year or less" category below.
September 30, 2014March 31, 2015
Amortized Cost Fair Value (Carrying Amount)Amortized Cost Fair Value (Carrying Amount)
(In thousands) 
(in 000's)Amortized Cost Fair Value (Carrying Amount)
Due in one year or less$4,000
 $3,791
 
Due after one year through five years34
 35
25
 25
Due after five years through ten years
 

 
Due after ten years12,561
 12,972
11,534
 11,937
Collateralized mortgage obligations32,588
 32,826
30,674
 31,078
$49,183
 $49,624
$46,233
 $46,898

There were no realized gains or losses on salesales of available-for-sale securities for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. There were no other-than-temporary impairment losses for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and September 30, 2013March 31, 2014.

At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, available-for-sale securities with an amortized cost of approximately $21,533,00020,055,098 (fair value of $22,229,00020,667,748) were pledged as collateral for FHLB borrowings and public funds balances.

The Company had no held-to-maturity or trading securities at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 or December 31, 20132014.

Management periodically evaluates each available-for-sale investment security in an unrealized loss position to determine if the impairment is temporary or other-than-temporary.

The following summarizes temporarily impaired investment securities:


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(In thousands)Less than 12 Months 12 Months or More Total
September 30, 2014Fair Value (Carrying Amount)  Unrealized Losses Fair Value (Carrying Amount)  Unrealized Losses Fair Value (Carrying Amount)  Unrealized Losses
(in 000's)Less than 12 Months 12 Months or More Total
March 31, 2015Fair Value (Carrying Amount)  Unrealized Losses Fair Value (Carrying Amount)  Unrealized Losses Fair Value (Carrying Amount)  Unrealized Losses
Securities available for sale:Fair Value (Carrying Amount)  Unrealized Losses Fair Value (Carrying Amount)  Unrealized Losses Fair Value (Carrying Amount)  Unrealized Losses 
U.S. Government agencies $
 $
 $
 $
 $
 $
U.S. Government agency collateral mortgage obligations14,660
 (105) 
 
 14,660
 (105)
 
 
 
 
 
Mutual Funds
 
 3,791
 (209) 3,791
 (209)
 
 3,858
 (142) 3,858
 (142)
Total impaired securities$14,660
 $(105) $3,791
 $(209) $18,451
 $(314)$
 $
 $3,858
 $(142) $3,858
 $(142)
                      
December 31, 2013 
  
  
  
  
  
December 31, 2014 
  
  
  
  
  
Securities available for sale: 
  
  
  
  
  
 
  
  
  
  
  
U.S. Government agencies$
 $
 $
 $
 $
 $
$
 $
 $
 $
 $
 $
U.S. Government agency collateral mortgage obligations11,069
 (78) 
 
 11,069
 (78)6,478
 (13) 
 
 6,478
 (13)
Mutual Funds
 
 3,730
 (270) 3,730
 (270)
 
 3,823
 (177) 3,823
 (177)
Total impaired securities$11,069
 $(78) $3,730
 $(270) $14,799
 $(348)$6,478
 $(13) $3,823
 $(177) $10,301
 $(190)
 
Temporarily impaired securities at September 30, 2014,March 31, 2015, were comprised of seven U.S. Government sponsored entities & agencies collateralized by mortgage obligations and one mutual fund.

The Company evaluates investment securities for other-than-temporary impairment (OTTI) at least quarterly, and more frequently when economic or market conditions warrant such an evaluation. The investment securities portfolio is evaluated for OTTI by segregating the portfolio into two general segments and applying the appropriate OTTI model. Investment securities classified as available for sale or held-to-maturity are generally evaluated for OTTI under ASC Topic 320, Investments – Debt and Equity Instruments. Certain purchased beneficial interests, including non-agency mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities, and collateralized debt obligations, are evaluated under ASC Topic 325-40, Beneficial Interest in Securitized Financial Assets.

In the first segment, the Company considers many factors in determining OTTI, including: (1) the length of time and the extent to which the fair value has been less than cost, (2) the financial condition and near-term prospects of the issuer, (3) whether the market decline was affected by macroeconomic conditions, and (4) whether the Company has the intent to sell the debt security or more likely than not will be required to sell the debt security before its anticipated recovery. The assessment of whether an other-than-temporary decline exists involves a high degree of subjectivity and judgment and is based on the information available to the Company at the time of the evaluation.
 
The second segment of the portfolio uses the OTTI guidance that is specific to purchased beneficial interests including private label mortgage-backed securities. Under this model, the Company compares the present value of the remaining cash flows as estimated at the preceding evaluation date to the current expected remaining cash flows. An OTTI is deemed to have occurred if there has been an adverse change in the remaining expected future cash flows.
 
Other-than-temporary-impairment occurs when the Company intends to sell the security or more likely than not will be required to sell the security before recovery of its amortized cost basis less any current-period credit loss. If an entity intends to sell or more likely than not will be required to sell the security before recovery of its amortized cost basis less any current-period credit loss, the other-than-temporary-impairment shall be recognized in earnings equal to the entire difference between the investment’s amortized cost basis and its fair value at the balance sheet date. If an entity does not intend to sell the security and it is not more likely than not that the entity will be required to sell the security before recovery of its amortized cost basis less any current-period loss, the other-than-temporary-impairment shall be separated into the amount representing the credit loss and the amount related to all other factors. The amount of the total other-than-temporary-impairment related to the credit loss is recognized in earnings, and is determined based on the difference between the present value of cash flows expected to be

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other factors shall be recognized in other comprehensive (loss) income, net of applicable taxes. The previous amortized cost basis less the other-than-temporary-impairment recognized in earnings shall become the new amortized cost basis of the investment.

At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, the decline in market value of the impaired securitiesmutual fund is attributable to changes in interest rates, and not credit quality. Because the Company does not have the intent to sell thesethis impaired securitiessecurity and it is not more likely than not that it will be required to sell the securitiessecurity before theirits anticipated recovery, the Company does not consider these securitiesthis security to be other-than-temporarily impaired at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015.

3.Loans

Loans are comprised of the following:
(In thousands)September 30, 2014
 December 31, 2013
(in 000's)March 31, 2015
 December 31, 2014
Commercial and business loans$67,365
 $68,460
$59,834
 $60,422
Government program loans1,960
 2,226
1,881
 1,947
Total commercial and industrial69,325
 70,686
61,715
 62,369
Real estate – mortgage: 
  
 
  
Commercial real estate154,409
 143,919
158,426
 154,672
Residential mortgages61,719
 52,036
77,067
 59,095
Home Improvement and Home Equity loans1,186
 1,410
1,086
 1,110
Total real estate mortgage217,314
 197,365
236,579
 214,877
RE construction and development116,583
 87,004
147,292
 137,158
Agricultural32,870
 30,932
34,747
 31,713
Installment11,344
 9,330
11,912
 11,802
Total Loans$447,436
 $395,317
$492,245
 $457,919
 
The Company's loans are predominantly in the San Joaquin Valley and the greater Oakhurst/East Madera County area, as well as the Campbell area of Santa Clara County. Although the Company does participate in loans with other financial institutions, they are primarily in the state of California.

Commercial and industrial loans represent 15.5%12.5% of total loans at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and are generally made to support the ongoing operations of small-to-medium sized commercial businesses. Commercial and industrial loans have a high degree of industry diversification and provide working capital, financing for the purchase of manufacturing plants and equipment, or funding for growth and general expansion of businesses. A substantial portion of commercial and industrial loans are secured by accounts receivable, inventory, leases, or other collateral including real estate. The remainder are unsecured; however, extensions of credit are predicated upon the financial capacity of the borrower. Repayment of commercial loans is generally from the cash flow of the borrower.

Real estate mortgage loans, representing 48.6%48.1% of total loans at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, are secured by trust deeds on primarily commercial property, but are also secured by trust deeds on single family residences. Repayment of real estate mortgage loans generally comes from the cash flow of the borrower.

Commercial real estate mortgage loans comprise the largest segment of this loan category and are available on all types of income producing and commercial properties, including: office buildings, shopping centers; apartments and motels; owner occupied buildings; manufacturing facilities and more. Commercial real estate mortgage loans can also be used to refinance existing debt. Although real estate associated with the business is the primary collateral for commercial real estate mortgage loans, the underlying real estate is not the source of repayment. Commercial real estate loans are made under the premise that the loan will be repaid from the borrower's business operations, rental income associated with the real property, or personal assets.

Residential mortgage loans are provided to individuals to finance or refinance single-family residences. Residential mortgages are not a primary business line offered by the Company, and a majority are conventional mortgages that were purchased as a pool. Most residential mortgages originated by the Company are of a shorter term than conventional mortgages, with maturities ranging from 3 to 15 years on average, however the Bank does hold some conventional mortgages that were purchased as a pool.average.


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Home Equity loans comprise a relatively small portion of total real estate mortgage loans, and are offered to borrowers for the purpose of home improvements, although the proceeds may be used for other purposes. Home equity loans are generally secured by junior trust deeds, but may be secured by 1st trust deeds.

Real estate construction and development loans, representing 26.1%29.9% of total loans at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, consist of loans for residential and commercial construction projects, as well as land acquisition and development, or land held for future development. Loans in this category are secured by real estate including improved and unimproved land, as well as single-family residential, multi-family residential, and commercial properties in various stages of completion. All real estate loans have established equity requirements. Repayment on construction loans generally comes from long-term mortgages with other lending institutions obtained at completion of the project.

Agricultural loans represent 7.3%7.1% of total loans at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and are generally secured by land, equipment, inventory and receivables. Repayment is from the cash flow of the borrower.

Installment loans represent 2.5%2.4% of total loans at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and generally consist of loans to individuals for household, family and other personal expenditures such as credit cards, automobiles or other consumer items.

In the normal course of business, the Company is party to financial instruments with off-balance sheet risk to meet the financing needs of its customers. At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014, these financial instruments include commitments to extend credit of $101,468,000100,927,000 and $63,271,000105,434,000, respectively, and standby letters of credit of $3,201,0003,785,000 and $2,001,0003,800,000, respectively. These instruments involve elements of credit risk in excess of the amount recognized on the balance sheet. The contract amounts of these instruments reflect the extent of the involvement the Company has in off-balance sheet financial instruments.

The Company’s exposure to credit loss in the event of nonperformance by the counterparty to the financial instrument for commitments to extend credit and standby letters of credit is represented by the contractual amounts of those instruments. The Company uses the same credit policies as it does for on-balance sheet instruments.

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. A majority of these commitments are at floating interest rates based on the Prime rate. Commitments generally have fixed expiration dates. The Company evaluates each customer's creditworthiness on a case-by-case basis. The amount of collateral obtained, if deemed necessary, is based on management's credit evaluation. Collateral held varies but includes accounts receivable, inventory, leases, property, plant and equipment, residential real estate and income-producing properties.

Standby letters of credit are generally unsecured and are issued by the Company to guarantee the performance of a customer to a third party. The credit risk involved in issuing letters of credit is essentially the same as that involved in extending loans to customers.


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Past Due Loans

The Company monitors delinquency and potential problem loans on an ongoing basis through weekly reports to the Loan Committee and monthly reports to the Board of Directors. The following is a summary of delinquent loans at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 (in thousands)000's):
September 30, 2014
Loans
30-60 Days Past Due
 
Loans
61-89 Days Past Due
 
Loans
90 or More
Days Past Due
 Total Past Due Loans Current Loans Total Loans 
Accruing
Loans 90 or
More Days Past Due
March 31, 2015
Loans
30-60 Days Past Due
 
Loans
61-89 Days Past Due
 
Loans
90 or More
Days Past Due
 Total Past Due Loans Current Loans Total Loans 
Accruing
Loans 90 or
More Days Past Due
Commercial and Business Loans$
 $
 $
 $
 $67,365
 $67,365
 $
$
 $
 $962
 $962
 $58,872
 $59,834
 $
Government Program Loans
 441
 
 441
 1,519
 1,960
 

 
 
 
 1,881
 1,881
 
Total Commercial and Industrial
 441
 
 441
 68,884
 69,325
 

 
 962
 962
 60,753
 61,715
 
Commercial Real Estate Loans
 475
 460
 935
 153,474
 154,409
 

 
 
 
 158,426
 158,426
 
Residential Mortgages
 
 255
 255
 61,464
 61,719
 

 87
 
 87
 76,980
 77,067
 
Home Improvement and Home Equity Loans51
 
 
 51
 1,135
 1,186


70
 
 58
 128
 958
 1,086

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Total Real Estate Mortgage51
 475
 715
 1,241
 216,073
 217,314
 
70
 87
 58
 215
 236,364
 236,579
 16
                          
RE Construction and Development Loans
 
 
 
 116,583
 116,583
 

 
 
 
 147,292
 147,292
 
Agricultural Loans
 
 
 
 32,870
 32,870
 
123
 
 
 123
 34,624
 34,747
 
Consumer Loans
 
 
 
 10,958
 10,958
 
805
 
 
 805
 10,814
 11,619
 
Overdraft protection Lines
 
 
 
 96
 96
 

 
 
 
 88
 88
 
Overdrafts
 
 
 
 290
 290
 

 
 
 
 205
 205
 
Total Installment
 
 
 
 11,344
 11,344
 
805
 
 
 805
 11,107
 11,912
 
Total Loans$51
 $916
 $715
 $1,682
 $445,754
 $447,436
 $
$998
 $87
 $1,020
 $2,105
 $490,140
 $492,245
 $16

The following is a summary of delinquent loans at December 31, 20132014 (in thousands)000's):
December 31, 2013
Loans
30-60 Days Past Due
 
Loans
61-89 Days Past Due
 
Loans
90 or More
Days Past Due
 Total Past Due Loans Current Loans Total Loans 
Accruing
Loans 90 or
More Days Past Due
December 31, 2014
Loans
30-60 Days Past Due
 
Loans
61-89 Days Past Due
 
Loans
90 or More
Days Past Due
 Total Past Due Loans Current Loans Total Loans 
Accruing
Loans 90 or
More Days Past Due
Commercial and Business Loans$
 $94
 $
 $94
 $68,366
 $68,460
 $
$962
 $
 $
 $962
 $59,460
 $60,422
 $
Government Program Loans
 
 
 
 2,226
 2,226
 
445
 
 
 445
 1,502
 1,947
 
Total Commercial and Industrial
 94
 
 94
 70,592
 70,686
 
1,407
 
 
 1,407
 60,962
 62,369
 
Commercial Real Estate Loans1,991
 
 6,866
 8,857
 135,062
 143,919
 
463
 
 
 463
 154,209
 154,672
 
Residential Mortgages
 614
 359
 973
 51,063
 52,036
 

 90
 162
 252
 58,843
 59,095
 
Home Improvement and Home Equity Loans96
 
 
 96
 1,314
 1,410
 
43
 
 42
 85
 1,025
 1,110
 
Total Real Estate Mortgage2,087
 614
 7,225
 9,926
 187,439
 197,365
 
506
 90
 204
 800
 214,077
 214,877
 
RE Construction and Development Loans
 
 220
 220
 86,784
 87,004
 

 
 
 
 137,158
 137,158
 
Agricultural Loans
 
 
 
 30,932
 30,932
 

 
 
 
 31,713
 31,713
 
Consumer Loans
 
 
 
 9,086
 9,086
 
67
 
 
 67
 11,428
 11,495
 
Overdraft protection Lines
 
 
 
 87
 87
 

 
 
 
 92
 92
 
Overdrafts
 
 
 
 157
 157
 

 
 
 
 215
 215
 
Total Installment
 
 
 
 9,330
 9,330
 
67
 
 
 67
 11,735
 11,802
 
Total Loans$2,087
 $708
 $7,445
 $10,240
 $385,077
 $395,317
 $
$1,980
 $90
 $204
 $2,274
 $455,645
 $457,919
 $

Nonaccrual Loans

Commercial, construction and commercial real estate loans are placed on non-accrual status under the following circumstances:

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- When there is doubt regarding the full repayment of interest and principal.

- When principal and/or interest on the loan has been in default for a period of 90-days or more, unless the asset is both well secured and in the process of collection that will result in repayment in the near future.

- When the loan is identified as having loss elements and/or is risk rated "8" Doubtful.

Other circumstances which jeopardize the ultimate collectability of the loan including certain troubled debt restructurings, identified loan impairment, and certain loans to facilitate the sale of OREO.
 
Loans meeting any of the preceding criteria are placed on non-accrual status and the accrual of interest for financial statement purposes is discontinued. Previously accrued but unpaid interest is reversed and charged against interest income.

All other loans where principal or interest is due and unpaid for 90 days or more are placed on non-accrual and the accrual of interest for financial statement purposes is discontinued. Previously accrued but unpaid interest is reversed and charged against interest income.

When a loan is placed on non-accrual status and subsequent payments of interest (and principal) are received, the interest received may be accounted for in two separate ways.

Cost recovery method: If the loan is in doubt as to full collection, the interest received in subsequent payments is diverted from interest income to a valuation reserve and treated as a reduction of principal for financial reporting purposes.

Cash basis: This method is only used if the recorded investment or total contractual amount is expected to be fully collectible, under which circumstances the subsequent payments of interest are credited to interest income as received.

Loans on non-accrual status are usually not returned to accrual status unless all delinquent principal and/or interest has been brought current, there is no identified element of loss, and current and continued satisfactory performance is expected (loss of the contractual amount not the carrying amount of the loan). Return to accrual is generally demonstrated through the timely receipt of at least six monthly payments on a loan with monthly amortization.

Nonaccrual loans totaled $9,755,00010,907,000 and $12,341,0009,935,000 at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014, respectively. There were no remaining undisbursed commitments to extend credit on nonaccrual loans at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 or December 31, 20132014.

The following is a summary of nonaccrual loan balances at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014 (in thousands)000's).
September 30, 2014 December 31, 2013March 31, 2015 December 31, 2014
Commercial and Business Loans$114
 $
$962
 $12
Government Program Loans
 
388
 421
Total Commercial and Industrial114
 
1,350
 433
      
Commercial Real Estate Loans3,243
 10,188
2,646
 3,145
Residential Mortgages1,191
 1,685
1,178
 1,174
Home Improvement and Home Equity Loans
 
42
 42
Total Real Estate Mortgage4,434
 11,873
3,866
 4,361
      
RE Construction and Development Loans5,207
 468
5,075
 5,141
Agricultural Loans
 

 
      
Consumer Loans
 
616
 
Overdraft protection Lines
 

 
Overdrafts
 

 
Total Installment
 
616
 
Total Loans$9,755
 $12,341
$10,907
 $9,935


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Impaired Loans

A loan is considered impaired when based on current information and events, it is probable that the Company will be unable to collect all amounts due, including principal and interest, according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement.

The Company applies its normal loan review procedures in making judgments regarding probable losses and loan impairment. The Company evaluates for impairment those loans on non-accrual status, graded doubtful, graded substandard or those that are troubled debt restructures. The primary basis for inclusion in impaired status under generally accepted accounting pronouncements is that it is probable that the Bank will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement.

A loan is not considered impaired if there is merely an insignificant delay or shortfall in the amounts of payments and the Company expects to collect all amounts due, including interest accrued, at the contractual interest rate for the period of the delay.

Review for impairment does not include large groups of smaller balance homogeneous loans that are collectively evaluated to estimate the allowance for loan losses. The Company’s present allowance for loan losses methodology, including migration analysis, captures required reserves for these loans in the formula allowance.

For loans determined to be impaired, the Company evaluates impairment based upon either the fair value of underlying collateral, discounted cash flows of expected payments, or observable market price.

-For loans secured by collateral including real estate and equipment, the fair value of the collateral less selling costs will determine the carrying value of the loan. The difference between the recorded investment in the loan and the fair value, less selling costs, determines the amount of impairment. The Company uses the measurement method based on fair value of collateral when the loan is collateral dependent and foreclosure is probable.

-The discounted cash flow method of measuring the impairment of a loan is used for unsecured loans or for loans secured by collateral where the fair value cannot be easily determined. Under this method, the Company assesses both the amount and timing of cash flows expected from impaired loans. The estimated cash flows are discounted using the loan's effective interest rate. The difference between the amount of the loan on the Bank's books and the discounted cash flow amounts determines the amount of impairment to be provided. This method is used for most of the Company’s troubled debt restructurings or other impaired loans where some payment stream is being collected.

-The observable market price method of measuring the impairment of a loan is only used by the Company when the sale of loans or a loan is in process.
 
The method for recognizing interest income on impaired loans is dependent on whether the loan is on nonaccrual status or is a troubled debt restructuring. For income recognition, the existing nonaccrual and troubled debt restructuring policies are applied to impaired loans. Generally, except for certain troubled debt restructurings which are performing under the restructure agreement, the Company does not recognize interest income received on impaired loans, but reduces the carrying amount of the loan for financial reporting purposes.

Loans other than certain homogeneous loan portfolios are reviewed on a quarterly basis for impairment. Impaired loans are written down to estimated realizable values by the establishment of specific reserves for loan utilizing the discounted cash flow method, or charge-offs for collateral-based impaired loans, or those using observable market pricing.
 

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The following is a summary of impaired loans at, and for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 (in thousands)000's).
September 30, 2014
Unpaid
Contractual
Principal Balance
 
Recorded
Investment
With No Allowance
 
Recorded
Investment
With Allowance (1)
 
Total
Recorded Investment
 Related Allowance 
Average
Recorded Investment
 Interest Recognized
March 31, 2015
Unpaid
Contractual
Principal Balance
 
Recorded
Investment
With No Allowance (1)
 
Recorded
Investment
With Allowance (1)
 
Total
Recorded Investment
 Related Allowance 
Average
Recorded Investment
 Interest Recognized
Commercial and Business Loans$964
 $709
 $258
 $967
 $47
 $796
 $44
$1,875
 $696
 $1,182
 $1,878
 $1,024
 $1,439
 $15
Government Program Loans40
 41
 
 41
 
 193
 23
388
 388
 
 388
 
 404
 8
Total Commercial and Industrial1,004
 750
 258
 1,008
 47
 989
 67
2,263
 1,084
 1,182
 2,266
 1,024
 1,843
 23
                          
Commercial Real Estate Loans3,243
 1,863
 1,380
 3,243
 486
 6,638
 171
2,646
 1,322
 1,324
 2,646
 455
 2,895
 48
Residential Mortgages4,349
 1,294
 3,066
 4,360
 184
 4,643
 142
4,369
 1,732
 2,836
 4,568
 175
 4,448
 53
Home Improvement and Home Equity Loans
 
 
 
 
 
 
42
 42
 
 42
 
 42
 
Total Real Estate Mortgage7,592
 3,157
 4,446
 7,603
 670
 11,281
 313
7,057
 3,096
 4,160
 7,256
 630
 7,385
 101
                          
RE Construction and Development Loans5,693
 5,695
 
 5,695
 
 2,359
 73
6,283
 5,554
 733
 6,287
 40
 6,329
 100
Agricultural Loans35
 35
 
 35
 
 39
 7
28
 29
 
 29
 
 30
 2
                          
Consumer Loans45
 
 45
 45
 2
 46
 3
694
 82
 1,232
 1,314
 503
 1,314
 21
Overdraft protection Lines
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
Overdrafts
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
Total Installment45
 
 45
 45
 2
 46
 3
694
 82
 1,232
 1,314
 503
 1,314
 21
Total Impaired Loans$14,369
 $9,637
 $4,749
 $14,386
 $719
 $14,714
 $463
$16,325
 $9,845
 $7,307
 $17,152
 $2,197
 $16,901
 $247

(1) The recorded investment in loans includes accrued interest receivable of $17,000.$827,000.



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The following is a summary of impaired loans at, and for the year ended, December 31, 20132014 (in thousands)000's).

December 31, 2013
Unpaid
Contractual
Principal Balance
 
Recorded
Investment
With No Allowance
 
Recorded
Investment
With Allowance (1)
 
Total
Recorded Investment
 Related Allowance 
Average
Recorded Investment
 Interest Recognized
December 31, 2014
Unpaid
Contractual
Principal Balance
 
Recorded
Investment
With No Allowance (1)
 
Recorded
Investment
With Allowance (1)
 
Total
Recorded Investment
 Related Allowance 
Average
Recorded Investment
 Interest Recognized
Commercial and Business Loans$675
 $275
 $402
 $677
 $9
 $831
 $52
$996
 $770
 $230
 $1,000
 $64
 $847
 $76
Government Program Loans
 
 
 
 
 35
 
421
 421
 
 421
 
 250
 28
Total Commercial and Industrial675
 275
 402
 677
 9
 866
 52
1,417
 1,191
 230
 1,421
 64
 1,097
 104
                          
Commercial Real Estate Loans10,188
 8,721
 1,468
 10,189
 415
 10,671
 232
3,145
 1,794
 1,351
 3,145
 478
 5,765
 244
Residential Mortgages5,375
 1,794
 3,590
 5,384
 338
 6,139
 211
4,315
 1,474
 2,852
 4,326
 170
 4,564
 188
Home Improvement and Home Equity Loans
 
 
 
 
 13
 
42
 42
 
 42
 
 11
 3
Total Real Estate Mortgage15,563
 10,515
 5,058
 15,573
 753
 16,823
 443
7,502
 3,310
 4,203
 7,513
 648
 10,340
 435
                          
RE Construction and Development Loans1,772
 1,789
 
 1,789
 
 2,266
 60
6,367
 6,371
 
 6,371
 
 3,362
 209
Agricultural Loans44
 45
 
 45
 
 84
 10
32
 32
 
 32
 
 37
 9
                          
Consumer Loans48
 48
 
 48
 
 72
 4
695
 655
 45
 700
 3
 209
 37
Overdraft protection Lines
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
Overdrafts
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
Total Installment48
 48
 
 48
 
 72
 4
695
 655
 45
 700
 3
 209
 37
Total Impaired Loans$18,102
 $12,672
 $5,460
 $18,132
 $762
 $20,111
 $569
$16,013
 $11,559
 $4,478
 $16,037
 $715
 $15,045
 $794

(1) The recorded investment in loans includes accrued interest receivable of $45,000.$24,000.

In most cases, the Company uses the cash basis method of income recognition for impaired loans. In the case of certain troubled debt restructurings for which the loan is performing under the current contractual terms for a reasonable period of time, income is recognized under the accrual method.

The average recorded investment in impaired loans for the quarterthree months endedSeptember 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and 20132014 was $14,436,00016,901,000 and $21,698,000, respectively. Interest income recognized on impaired loans for the quarters ended September 30, 2014 and 2013 was approximately $176,000 and $336,000, respectively.

The average recorded investment in impaired loans for the nine months endedSeptember 30, 2014 and 2013 was $14,714,000 and $20,771,00015,269,000, respectively. Interest income recognized on impaired loans for the ninethree months ended September 30,March 31, 2015 and 2014 and 2013 was approximately $463,000247,000 and $553,000155,000, respectively.

Troubled Debt Restructurings

In certain circumstances, when the Company grants a concession to a borrower as part of a loan restructuring, the restructuring is accounted for as a troubled debt restructuring (TDR). TDRs are reported as a component of impaired loans.


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A TDR is a type of restructuring in which the Company, for economic or legal reasons related to the borrower's financial difficulties, grants a concession (either imposed by court order, law, or agreement between the borrower and the Bank) to the borrower that it would not otherwise consider. Although the restructuring may take different forms, the Company's objective is to maximize recovery of its investment by granting relief to the borrower.

A TDR may include, but is not limited to, one or more of the following:

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- A transfer from the borrower to the Company of receivables from third parties, real estate, other assets, or an equity interest in the borrower is granted to fully or partially satisfy the loan.

- A modification of terms of a debt such as one or a combination of:

The reduction (absolute or contingent) of the stated interest rate.
The extension of the maturity date or dates at a stated interest rate lower than the current market rate for new debt with similar risk.
The reduction (absolute or contingent) of the face amount or maturity amount of debt as stated in the instrument or agreement.
The reduction (absolute or contingent) of accrued interest.
For a restructured loan to return to accrual status there needs to be, among other factors, at least 6 months successful payment history. In addition, the Company performs a financial analysis of the credit to determine whether the borrower has the ability to continue to meet payments over the remaining life of the loan. This includes, but is not limited to, a review of financial statements and cash flow analysis of the borrower. Only after determination that the borrower has the ability to perform under the terms of the loans, will the restructured credit be considered for accrual status. Although the Company does not have a policy which specifically addresses when a loan may be removed from TDR classification, as a matter of practice, loans classified as TDRs generally remain classified as such until the loan either reaches maturity or its outstanding balance is paid off.

The following tables illustrates TDR activity for the periods indicated:
Three Months Ended September 30, 2014Three Months Ended March 31, 2015
Number of
Contracts
 
Pre-
Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
 
Post-
Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
 Number of Contracts in Default Recorded Investment on Defaulted TDRs
($ in 000's)
Number of
Contracts
 
Pre-
Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
 
Post-
Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
 Number of Contracts in Default Recorded Investment on Defaulted TDRs
Troubled Debt Restructurings                  
Commercial and Business Loans2
 $300
 $286
 
 $
1
 $258
 $256
 
 $
Government Program Loans
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
Commercial Real Estate Term Loans
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
Single Family Residential Loans
 
 
 1
 162

 
 
 
 
Home Improvement and Home Equity Loans
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
RE Construction and Development Loans
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
Agricultural Loans
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
Consumer Loans
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
Overdraft protection Lines
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
Total Loans2
 $300
 $286
 1
 $162
1
 $258
 $256
 
 $

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 Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014
 
Number of
Contracts
 
Pre-
Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
 
Post-
Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
 Number of Contracts in Default Recorded Investment on Defaulted TDRs
Troubled Debt Restructurings         
Commercial and Business Loans3
 $350
 $335
 1
 $
Government Program Loans1
 544
 534
 1
 
Commercial Real Estate Term Loans
 
 
 
 
Single Family Residential Loans
 
 
 3
 657
Home Improvement and Home Equity Loans
 
 
 
 
RE Construction and Development Loans
 
 
 2
 394
Agricultural Loans
 
 
 
 
Consumer Loans
 
 
 
 
Overdraft protection Lines
 
 
 
 
Total Loans4
 $894
 $869
 7
 $1,051

 Three Months Ended  
 September 30, 2013
 
Number of
Contracts
 
Pre-
Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
 
Post-
Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
 Number of Contracts in Default Recorded Investment on Defaulted TDRs
Troubled Debt Restructurings         
Commercial and Business Loans
 $
 $
 
 $
Government Program Loans
 
 
 
 
Commercial Real Estate Term Loans
 
 
 
 
Single Family Residential Loans
 
 
 
 
Home Improvement and Home Equity Loans
 
 
 
 
RE Construction and Development Loans22
 2,103
 2,103
 
 
Agricultural Loans
 
 
 
 
Consumer Loans
 
 
 
 
Overdraft protection Lines
 
 
 
 
Total Loans22
 $2,103
 $2,103
 
 $



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Nine Months Ended September 30, 2013Three Months Ended  
 March 31, 2014
Number of
Contracts
 
Pre-
Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
 
Post-
Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
 Number of Contracts in Default Recorded Investment on Defaulted TDRs
($ in 000's)Number of
Contracts
 Pre-
Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
 Post-
Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
 Number of Contracts in Default Recorded Investment on Defaulted TDRs
Troubled Debt Restructurings                  
Commercial and Business Loans
 $
 $
 
 $

 $
 $
 
 $
Government Program Loans
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
Commercial Real Estate Term Loans
 
 
 1
 106

 
 
 
 
Single Family Residential Loans
 
 
 
 

 
 
 2
 217
Home Improvement and Home Equity Loans1
 44
 44
 
 

 
 
 
 
RE Construction and Development Loans45
 3,625
 3,625
 
 

 
 
 2
 394
Agricultural Loans
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
Consumer Loans
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
Overdraft protection Lines
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
Total Loans46
 $3,669
 $3,669
 1
 $106

 $
 $
 $
 $611

The Company makes various types of concessions when structuring TDRs including rate reductions, payment extensions, and forbearance. At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, the Company had 2732 restructured loans totaling $7,078,00014,803,000 as compared to 3533 restructured loans totaling $9,059,00015,000,000 at December 31, 20132014.
 
The following tables summarize TDR activity by loan category for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and September 30, 2013March 31, 2014 (in 000's).
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014Commercial and Industrial Commercial Real Estate Residential Mortgages Home Equity RE Construction Development Agricultural 
Installment
& Other
 Total
Year Ended March 31, 2015Commercial and Industrial Commercial Real Estate Residential Mortgages Home Equity RE Construction Development Agricultural 
Installment
& Other
 Total
Beginning balance$675
 $1,468
 $5,273
 $
 $1,551
 $44
 $48
 $9,059
$1,306
 $2,713
 $4,225
 $
 $6,029
 $32
 $695
 $15,000
                              
Defaults
 
 (656) 
 (395) 
 
 (1,051)(962) 
 
 
 
 
 
 (962)
Additions894
 
 
 
 
 
 
 894

 
 256
 
 
 
 
 256
                              
Principal reductions(694) (88) (360) 
 (670) (9) (3) (1,824)859
 (67) (199) 
 (79) (4) (1) 509
                              
Ending balance$875
 $1,380
 $4,257
 $
 $486
 $35
 $45
 $7,078
$1,203
 $2,646
 $4,282
 $
 $5,950
 $28
 $694
 $14,803
                              
Allowance for loan loss$47
 $486
 $184
 $
 $
 $
 $2
 $719
$1,024
 $455
 $175
 $
 $40
 $
 $503
 $2,197



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Nine Months Ended September 30, 2013Commercial and Industrial Commercial Real Estate Residential Mortgages Home Equity RE Construction Development Agricultural 
Installment
& Other
 Total
Beginning balance$990
 $5,395
 $7,289
 $10
 $2,860
 $191
 $38
 $16,773
                
Defaults
 (106) 
 
 
 
 
 (106)
Additions
 
 
 44
 3,625
 
 
 3,669
                
Principal reductions(292) (1,113) (1,976) (54) (3,380) (143) (38) (6,996)
                
Ending balance$698
 $4,176
 $5,313
 $
 $3,105
 $48
 $
 $13,340
                
Allowance for loan loss$5
 $739
 $109
 $
 $88
 $
 $
 $941

The following tables summarize TDR activity by loan category for the quarters ended September 30, 2014 and September 30, 2013.
Three months ended September 30, 2014Commercial and Industrial Commercial Real Estate Residential Mortgages Home Equity RE Construction Development Agricultural 
Installment
& Other
 Lease Financing Total
Beginning balance$1,107
 $1,410
 $4,536
 $
 $490
 $38
 $46
 $
 $7,627
                  
Defaults
 
 (162) 
 
 
 
 
 (162)
Additions300
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 300
                  
Principal reductions(532) (30) (117) 
 (4) (3) (1) 
 (687)
                  
Ending balance$875
 $1,380
 $4,257
 $
 $486
 $35
 $45
 $
 $7,078
                  
Allowance for loan loss$47
 $486
 $184
 $0
 $
 $
 $2
 $
 $719

Three months ended September 30, 2013Commercial and Industrial Commercial Real Estate Residential Mortgages Home Equity RE Construction Development Agricultural 
Installment
& Other
 Lease Financing Total
Year Ended March 31, 2014Commercial and Industrial Commercial Real Estate Residential Mortgages Home Equity RE Construction Development Agricultural 
Installment
& Other
 Total
Beginning balance$812
 $4,215
 $6,783
 $44
 $2,411
 $51
 $
 $
 $14,316
$675
 $1,468
 $5,273
 $
 $1,551
 $44
 $48
 $9,059
                                
Defaults
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 (217) 
 (394) 
 
 (611)
Additions
 
 
 
 2,103
 
 
 
 2,103

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
                                
Principal reductions(114) (39) (1,470) (44) (1,409) (3) 
 
 (3,079)(15) (23) (243) 
 (272) (3) (1) (557)
                                
Ending balance$698
 $4,176
 $5,313
 $
 $3,105
 $48
 $
 $
 $13,340
$660
 $1,445
 $4,813
 $
 $885
 $41
 $47
 $7,891
                                
Allowance for loan loss$5
 $739
 $109
 $
 $88
 $
 $
 $
 $941
$48
 $432
 $217
 $
 $
 $
 $
 $697

Credit Quality Indicators

As part of its credit monitoring program, the Company utilizes a risk rating system which quantifies the risk the Company estimates it has assumed during the life of a loan. The system rates the strength of the borrower and the facility or transaction, and is designed to provide a program for risk management and early detection of problems.

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For each new credit approval, credit extension, renewal, or modification of existing credit facilities, the Company assigns risk ratings utilizing the rating scale identified in this policy. In addition, on an on-going basis, loans and credit facilities are reviewed for internal and external influences impacting the credit facility that would warrant a change in the risk rating. Each loan credit facility is to be given a risk rating that takes into account factors that materially affect credit quality.

When assigning risk ratings, the Company evaluates two risk rating approaches, a facility rating and a borrower rating as follows:

Facility Rating:

The facility rating is determined by the analysis of positive and negative factors that may indicate that the quality of a particular loan or credit arrangement requires that it be rated differently from the risk rating assigned to the borrower. The Company assesses the risk impact of these factors:

Collateral - The rating may be affected by the type and quality of the collateral, the degree of coverage, the economic life of the collateral, liquidation value and the Company's ability to dispose of the collateral.

Guarantees - The value of third party support arrangements varies widely. Unconditional guaranties from persons with demonstrable ability to perform are more substantial than that of closely related persons to the borrower who offer only modest support.

Unusual Terms - Credit may be extended on terms that subject the Company to a higher level of risk than indicated in the rating of the borrower.

Borrower Rating:

The borrower rating is a measure of loss possibility based on the historical, current and anticipated financial characteristics of the borrower in the current risk environment. To determine the rating, the Company considers at least the following factors:

-    Quality of management
-    Liquidity
-    Leverage/capitalization
-    Profit margins/earnings trend
-    Adequacy of financial records
-    Alternative funding sources
-    Geographic risk
-    Industry risk

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-    Cash flow risk
-    Accounting practices
-    Asset protection
-    Extraordinary risks

The Company assigns risk ratings to loans other than consumer loans and other homogeneous loan pools based on the following scale. The risk ratings are used when determining borrower ratings as well as facility ratings. When the borrower rating and the facility ratings differ, the lowest rating applied is:

-
Grades 1 and 2 – These grades include loans which are given to high quality borrowers with high credit quality and sound financial strength. Key financial ratios are generally above industry averages and the borrower’s strong earnings history or net worth. These may be secured by deposit accounts or high-grade investment securities.

-
Grade 3 – This grade includes loans to borrowers with solid credit quality with minimal risk. The borrower’s balance sheet and financial ratios are generally in line with industry averages, and the borrower has historically demonstrated the ability to manage economic adversity. Real estate and asset-based loans assigned this risk rating must have characteristics, which place them well above the minimum underwriting requirements for those departments. Asset-based borrowers assigned this rating must exhibit extremely favorable leverage and cash flow characteristics, and consistently demonstrate a high level of unused borrowing capacity.


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-
Grades 4 and 5 – These include “pass” grade loans to borrowers of acceptable credit quality and risk. The borrower’s balance sheet and financial ratios may be below industry averages, but above the lowest industry quartile. Leverage is above and liquidity is below industry averages. Inadequacies evident in financial performance and/or management sufficiency are offset by readily available features of support, such as adequate collateral, or good guarantors having the liquid assets and/or cash flow capacity to repay the debt. The borrower may have recognized a loss over three or four years, however recent earnings trends, while perhaps somewhat cyclical, are improving and cash flows are adequate to cover debt service and fixed obligations. Real estate and asset-borrowers fully comply with all underwriting standards and are performing according to projections would be assigned this rating. These also include grade 5 loans which are “leveraged” or on management’s “watch list.” While still considered pass loans (loans given a grade 5), the borrower’s financial condition, cash flow or operations evidence more than average risk and short term weaknesses, these loans warrant a higher than average level of monitoring, supervision and attention from the Company, but do not reflect credit weakness trends that weaken or inadequately protect the Company’s credit position. Loans with a grade rating of 5 are not normally acceptable as new credits unless they are adequately secured or carry substantial endorser/guarantors.

-
Grade 6 – This grade includes “special mention” loans which are loans that are currently protected but are potentially weak. This generally is an interim grade classification and should usually be upgraded to an Acceptable rating or downgraded to Substandard within a reasonable time period. Weaknesses in special mention loans may, if not checked or corrected, weaken the asset or inadequately protect the Company’s credit position at some future date. Special mention loans are often loans with weaknesses inherent from the loan origination, loan servicing, and perhaps some technical deficiencies. The main theme in special mention credits is the distinct probability that the classification will deteriorate to a more adverse class if the noted deficiencies are not addressed by the loan officer or loan management.

-
Grade 7 – This grade includes “substandard” loans which are inadequately supported by the current sound net worth and paying capacity of the borrower or of the collateral pledged, if any. Substandard loans have a well-defined weakness or weaknesses that may impair the regular liquidation of the debt. Substandard loans exhibit a distinct possibility that the Company will sustain some loss if the deficiencies are not corrected. Substandard loans also include impaired loans.

-
Grade 8 - This grade includes “doubtful” loans which exhibit the same characteristics as the Substandard loans with the added characteristic that the weaknesses make collection or liquidation in full, on the basis of currently existing facts, conditions and values, highly questionable and improbable. The possibility of loss is extremely high, but because of certain important and reasonably specific pending factors, which may work to the advantage and strengthening of the loan, its classification as an estimated loss is deferred until its more exact status may be determined. Pending factors include a proposed merger, acquisition, or liquidation procedures, capital injection, perfecting liens on additional collateral and refinancing plans.

-
Grade 9 - This grade includes loans classified “loss” which are considered uncollectible and of such little value that their continuance as bankable assets is not warranted. This classification does not mean that the asset has absolutely no recovery or salvage value, but rather it is not practical or desirable to defer writing off the asset even though partial recovery may be achieved in the future.

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recovery or salvage value, but rather it is not practical or desirable to defer writing off the asset even though partial recovery may be achieved in the future.
 
The Company did not carry any loans graded as loss at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 or December 31, 20132014.

The following tables summarize the credit risk ratings for commercial, construction, and other non-consumer related loans for September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014:
Commercial and Industrial Commercial RE RE Construction and Development Agricultural TotalCommercial and Industrial Commercial RE RE Construction and Development Agricultural Total
September 30, 2014 
(000's) 
March 31, 2015Commercial and Industrial Commercial RE RE Construction and Development Agricultural Total
(in 000's) 
Grades 1 and 2$491
 $
 $
 $
 $491
 
Grade 313
 5,196
 786
 
 5,995
4,011
 4,783
 
 
 8,794
Grades 4 and 5 – pass66,879
 143,288
 94,100
 32,870
 337,137
55,242
 149,491
 125,759
 34,634
 365,126
Grade 6 – special mention342
 1,100
 
 
 1,442

 
 
 113
 113
Grade 7 – substandard1,600
 4,825
 21,697
 
 28,122
2,062
 4,152
 21,533
 
 27,747
Grade 8 – doubtful
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
Total$69,325
 $154,409
 $116,583
 $32,870
 $373,187
$61,715
 $158,426
 $147,292
 $34,747
 $402,180

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Commercial and Industrial Commercial RE RE Construction and Development Agricultural TotalCommercial and Industrial Commercial RE RE Construction and Development Agricultural Total
December 31, 2013 
(000's) 
December 31, 2014Commercial and Industrial Commercial RE RE Construction and Development Agricultural Total
(in 000's) 
Grades 1 and 2$355
 $
 $
 $70
 $425
 
Grade 344
 5,287
 816
 
 6,147
2,012
 4,808
 775
 
 7,595
Grades 4 and 5 – pass69,070
 127,189
 66,048
 30,862
 293,169
58,179
 144,230
 114,766
 31,600
 348,775
Grade 6 – special mention590
 
 
 
 590
342
 1,095
 
 113
 1,550
Grade 7 – substandard627
 11,443
 20,140
 
 32,210
1,245
 4,539
 21,617
 
 27,401
Grade 8 – doubtful
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
Total$70,686
 $143,919
 $87,004
 $30,932
 $332,541
$62,369
 $154,672
 $137,158
 $31,713
 $385,912
 
The Company follows consistent underwriting standards outlined in its loan policy for consumer and other homogeneous loans but, does not specifically assign a risk rating when these loans are originated. Consumer loans are monitored for credit risk and are considered “pass” loans until some issue or event requires that the credit be downgraded to special mention or worse.

The following tables summarize the credit risk ratings for consumer related loans and other homogeneous loans for September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014:
September 30, 2014 December 31, 2013March 31, 2015 December 31, 2014
Residential Mortgages 
Home
Improvement and Home Equity
 Installment Total Residential Mortgages 
Home
Improvement and Home Equity
 Installment TotalResidential Mortgages 
Home
Improvement and Home Equity
 Installment Total Residential Mortgages 
Home
Improvement and Home Equity
 Installment Total
(000's) 
(in 000's)Residential Mortgages 
Home
Improvement and Home Equity
 Installment Total Residential Mortgages 
Home
Improvement and Home Equity
 Installment Total
Not graded$40,892
 $1,155
 $9,626
 $51,673
 $29,063
 $1,378
 $7,862
 $38,303
 
Pass17,595
 31
 1,067
 18,693
 19,320
 
 1,468
 20,788
18,652
 30
 922
 19,604
 17,887
 30
 865
 18,782
Special Mention218
 0
 
 218
 1,204
 32
 
 1,236
215
 
 
 215
 216
 
 
 216
Substandard3,014
 
 651
 3,665
 2,449
 
 
 2,449
3,034
 42
 1,265
 4,341
 2,785
 42
 650
 3,477
Total$61,719
 $1,186
 $11,344
 $74,249
 $52,036
 $1,410
 $9,330
 $62,776
$77,067
 $1,086
 $11,912
 $90,065
 $59,095
 $1,110
 $11,802
 $72,007
 
Allowance for Loan Losses

The Company analyzes risk characteristics inherent in each loan portfolio segment as part of the quarterly review of the adequacy of the allowance for loan losses. The following summarizes some of the key risk characteristics for the eleven segments of the loan portfolio (Consumer loans include three segments):

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Commercial and business loans – Commercial loans are subject to the effects of economic cycles and tend to exhibit increased risk as economic conditions deteriorate, or if the economic downturn is prolonged. The Company considers this segment to be one of higher risk given the size of individual loans and the balances in the overall portfolio.
 
Government program loans – This is a relatively a small part of the Company’s loan portfolio, but has historically had a high percentage of loans that have migrated from pass to substandard given there vulnerability to economic cycles.
 
Commercial real estate loans – This segment is considered to have more risk in part because of the vulnerability of commercial businesses to economic cycles as well as the exposure to fluctuations in real estate prices because most of these loans are secured by real estate. Losses in this segment have however been historically low because most of the loans are real estate secured, and the bank maintains appropriate loan-to-value ratios.
 
Residential mortgages – This segment is considered to have low risk factors both from the Company and peer statistics. These loans are secured by first deeds of trust. The losses experienced over the past twelve quarters are isolated to approximately seventwelve loans and are generally the result of short sales.
 
Home improvement and home equity loans – Because of their junior lien position, these loans have an inherently higher risk level. Because residential real estate has been severely distressed in the recent past, the anticipated risk for this loan segment has increased.

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Real estate construction and development loans –In a normal economy, this segment of loans is considered to have a higher risk profile due to construction and market value issues in conjunction with normal credit risks. Although residential real estate markets have improved, they are still distressed on a historical basis, and therefore carry higher risk.
 
Agricultural loans – This segment is considered to have risks associated with weather, insects, and marketing issues. In addition, concentrations in certain crops or certain agricultural areas can increase risk.

Installment loans (Includes consumer loans, overdrafts, and overdraft protection lines) – This segment is higher risk because many of the loans are unsecured.

The following summarizes the activity in the allowance for credit losses by loan category for the ninethree months ended September 30,March 31, 2015 and 2014 and 2013 (in 000's).
Nine Months EndedCommercial and Industrial Real Estate Mortgage RE Construction Development  Agricultural Installment & Other Commercial Lease Financing  Unallocated Total
September 30, 2014       
Beginning balance$2,340
 $1,862
 $5,533
 $582
 $276
 $
 $395
 $10,988
Provision for credit losses(877) 55
 253
 (76) 64
 (46) 526
 (101)
                
Charge-offs(183) (131) (60) 
 
 
 (10) (384)
Recoveries181
 13
 319
 6
 47
 46
 
 612
Net recoveries(2) (118) 259
 6
 47
 46
 (10) 228
                
Ending balance$1,461
 $1,799
 $6,045
 $512
 $387
 $
 $911
 $11,115
Period-end amount allocated to: 
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
Loans individually evaluated for impairment47
 670
 
 
 2
 
 
 719
Loans collectively evaluated for impairment1,414
 1,129
 6,045
 512
 385
 
 911
 10,396
Ending balance$1,461
 $1,799
 $6,045
 $512
 $387
 $
 $911
 $11,115

Nine Months EndedCommercial and Industrial Real Estate Mortgage RE Construction Development  Agricultural Installment & Other Commercial Lease Financing  Unallocated Total
September 30, 2013       
Beginning balance$1,614
 $1,292
 $2,814
 $352
 $288
 $1
 $5,423
 $11,784
Provision for credit losses972
 983
 1,854
 208
 259
 (1) (5,395) (1,120)
                
Charge-offs(542) (265) 
 (136) (258) 
 
 (1,201)
Recoveries163
 6
 738
 129
 53
 
 
 1,089
Net charge-offs(379) (259) 738
 (7) (205) 
 
 (112)
                
Ending balance$2,207
 $2,016
 $5,406
 $553
 $342
 $0
 $28
 $10,552
Period-end amount allocated to: 
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
Loans individually evaluated for impairment739
 109
 
 88
 
 
 5
 941
Loans collectively evaluated for impairment1,468
 1,907
 5,406
 465
 342
 0
 23
 9,611
Ending balance$2,207
 $2,016
 $5,406
 $553
 $342
 $0
 $28
 $10,552

The following summarizes the activity in the allowance for credit losses by loan category for the quarters ended September 30, 2014 and 2013.
Three Months EndedCommercial and Industrial Real Estate Mortgage RE Construction Development  Agricultural Installment & Other Commercial Lease Financing  Unallocated Total
March 31, 2015       
Beginning balance$1,219
 $1,653
 $6,278
 $481
 $293
 $
 $847
 $10,771
Provision for credit losses834
 84
 (99) 12
 466
 
 (838) 459
                
Charge-offs(215) 
 
 
 
 
 (3) (218)
Recoveries237
 7
 30
 
 2
 
 2
 278
Net recoveries22
 7
 30
 
 2
 
 (1) 60
                
Ending balance$2,075
 $1,744
 $6,209
 $493
 $761
 $
 $8
 $11,290
Period-end amount allocated to: 
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
Loans individually evaluated for impairment1,024
 630
 40
 
 503
 
 
 2,197
Loans collectively evaluated for impairment1,051
 1,114
 6,169
 493
 258
 
 8
 9,093
Ending balance$2,075
 $1,744
 $6,209
 $493
 $761
 $
 $8
 $11,290


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Three Months EndedCommercial and Industrial Real Estate Mortgage RE Construction Development  Agricultural Installment & Other Commercial Lease Financing  Unallocated Total
September 30, 2014       
Beginning balance$1,396
 $1,688
 $6,452
 $494
 $288
 $
 $730
 $11,048
Provision for credit losses149
 106
 (505) 16
 88
 
 185
 39
                
Charge-offs(93) 
 
 
 
 
 (4) (97)
Recoveries9
 5
 98
 2
 11
 
 
 125
Net charge-offs(84) 5
 98
 2
 11
 
 (4) 28
                
Ending balance$1,461
 $1,799
 $6,045
 $512
 $387
 $
 $911
 $11,115
Period-end amount allocated to: 
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
Loans individually evaluated for impairment47
 670
 
 
 2
 
 
 719
Loans collectively evaluated for impairment1,414
 1,129
 6,045
 512
 385
 
 911
 10,396
Ending balance$1,461
 $1,799
 $6,045
 $512
 $387
 $
 $911
 $11,115
Three Months EndedCommercial and Industrial Real Estate Mortgage RE Construction Development  Agricultural Installment & Other Commercial Lease Financing  Unallocated TotalCommercial and Industrial Real Estate Mortgage RE Construction Development  Agricultural Installment & Other Commercial Lease Financing  Unallocated Total
September 30, 2013 
March 31, 2014Commercial and Industrial Real Estate Mortgage RE Construction Development  Agricultural Installment & Other Commercial Lease Financing  Unallocated Total
Beginning balance$2,665
 $1,679
 $2,972
 $243
 $315
 $
 $3,283
 $11,157
 
Provision for credit losses(390) 383
 1,696
 181
 235
 
 (3,255) (1,150)
Recovery of provision for credit losses(825) (150) 1,080
 (174) 18
 (46) 50
 (47)
                              
Charge-offs(193) (49) 
 
 (232) 
 
 (474)(3) (74) (60) 
 (5) 
 
 (142)
Recoveries125
 3
 738
 129
 24
 
 
 1,019
116
 6
 92
 3
 22
 46
 
 285
Net charge-offs(68) (46) 738
 129
 (208) 
 
 545
113
 (68) 32
 3
 17
 46
 
 143
                              
Ending balance$2,207
 $2,016
 $5,406
 $553
 $342
 $
 $28
 $10,552
$1,628
 $1,644
 $6,645
 $412
 $310
 $0
 $445
 $11,084
Period-end amount allocated to: 
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
 
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
Loans individually evaluated for impairment739
 109
 
 88
 
 
 5
 941
48
 649
 
 
 
 
 
 697
Loans collectively evaluated for impairment1,468
 1,907
 5,406
 465
 342
 
 23
 9,611
1,580
 995
 6,645
 412
 310
 0
 445
 10,387
Ending balance$2,207
 $2,016
 $5,406
 $553
 $342
 $
 $28
 $10,552
$1,628
 $1,644
 $6,645
 $412
 $310
 $0
 $445
 $11,084


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The following summarizes information with respect to the loan balances at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 2013.2014.
September 30, 2014 December 31, 2013March 31, 2015 March 31, 2014
Loans
Individually
Evaluated for Impairment
 
Loans
Collectively
Evaluated for Impairment
 Total Loans 
Loans
Individually
Evaluated for Impairment
 
Loans
Collectively
Evaluated for Impairment
 Total Loans
Loans
Individually
Evaluated for Impairment
 
Loans
Collectively
Evaluated for Impairment
 Total Loans 
Loans
Individually
Evaluated for Impairment
 
Loans
Collectively
Evaluated for Impairment
 Total Loans
(000's) 
(in 000's)
Loans
Individually
Evaluated for Impairment
 
Loans
Collectively
Evaluated for Impairment
 Total Loans 
Loans
Individually
Evaluated for Impairment
 
Loans
Collectively
Evaluated for Impairment
 Total Loans
Commercial and Business Loans$967
 $66,398
 $67,365
 $677
 $67,783
 $68,460
 
Government Program Loans41
 1,919
 1,960
 
 2,226
 2,226
388
 1,493
 1,881
 
 1,896
 1,896
Total Commercial and Industrial1,008
 68,317
 69,325
 677
 70,009
 70,686
2,266
 59,449
 61,715
 806
 64,986
 65,792
                      
Commercial Real Estate Loans3,243
 151,166
 154,409
 10,189
 133,730
 143,919
2,646
 155,780
 158,426
 8,558
 151,606
 160,164
Residential Mortgage Loans4,360
 57,359
 61,719
 5,384
 46,652
 52,036
4,568
 72,499
 77,067
 4,926
 44,241
 49,167
Home Improvement and Home Equity Loans
 1,186
 1,186
 
 1,410
 1,410
42
 1,044
 1,086
 
 1,336
 1,336
Total Real Estate Mortgage7,603
 209,711
 217,314
 15,573
 181,792
 197,365
7,256
 229,323
 236,579
 13,484
 197,183
 210,667
                      
RE Construction and Development Loans5,695
 110,888
 116,583
 1,789
 85,215
 87,004
6,287
 141,005
 147,292
 890
 101,077
 101,967
                      
Agricultural Loans35
 32,835
 32,870
 45
 30,887
 30,932
29
 34,718
 34,747
 42
 24,295
 24,337
                      
Installment Loans45
 11,299
 11,344
 48
 9,282
 9,330
1,314
 10,598
 11,912
 47
 9,135
 9,182
                      
Total Loans$14,386
 $433,050
 $447,436
 $18,132
 $377,185
 $395,317
$17,152
 $475,093
 $492,245
 $15,269
 $396,676
 $411,945


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4.Deposits

Deposits include the following:
 
(In thousands)September 30, 2014 December 31, 2013
(in 000's)March 31, 2015 December 31, 2014
Noninterest-bearing deposits$241,863
 $214,317
$227,537
 $215,439
Interest-bearing deposits: 
  
 
  
NOW and money market accounts214,001
 198,928
212,626
 211,290
Savings accounts58,503
 45,758
60,478
 60,499
Time deposits: 
  
 
  
Under $100,00026,344
 28,825
$100,000 and over50,236
 54,661
Under $250,00065,917
 65,844
$250,000 and over11,709
 12,301
Total interest-bearing deposits349,084
 328,172
350,730
 349,934
Total deposits$590,947
 $542,489
$578,267
 $565,373
      
Total brokered deposits included in time deposits above$7,889
 $11,500
$13,009
 $11,480
 
5.Short-term Borrowings/Other Borrowings

At  September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, the Company had collateralized lines of credit with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco totaling $289,806,000313,928,000, as well as Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) lines of credit totaling $6,092,0005,590,000. At September 30, 2014,March 31, 2015, the Company had an uncollateralized line of credit with Pacific Coast Bankers Bank ("PCBB") totaling $10,000,000. All lines of credit are on an “as available” basis and can be revoked by the grantor at any time. There are currently no restrictions on these lines of credit, although under the current Written Agreement with the Federal Reserve, the Bank’s liquidity position as well as its use of borrowing lines is monitored closely. These lines of credit have interest rates that are generally tied to the Federal Funds rate or are indexed to short-term U.S. Treasury rates or LIBOR. FHLB advances are collateralized by all of the Company’s stock in the FHLB, investment securities, and certain qualifying mortgage loans. As of September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, $6,421,0005,868,000 in investment securities at FHLB were pledged as collateral for FHLB advances. Additionally, $404,438,000441,949,000 in

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real estate secured loans were pledged at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as collateral for borrowing lines with the Federal Reserve Bank totaling $289,806,000313,928,000. At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, the Company had no outstanding borrowings.
 
At December 31, 20132014, the Company had collateralized lines of credit with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco totaling $254,761,000286,993,000, as well as Federal Home Loan Bank (“FHLB”) lines of credit totaling $7,094,0005,814,000. At December 31, 20132014, the Company had an uncollateralized line of credit with Pacific Coast Bankers Bank ("PCBB") totaling $10,000,000. These lines of credit generally have interest rates tied to the Federal Funds rate or are indexed to short-term U.S. Treasury rates or LIBOR. FHLB advances are collateralized by all of the Company’s stock in the FHLB, investment securities, and certain qualifying mortgage loans. As of December 31, 20132014, $7,468,0006,106,000 in investment securities at FHLB were pledged as collateral for FHLB advances. Additionally, $334,299,000406,358,000 in real estate-secured loans were pledged at December 31, 20132014, as collateral for used and unused borrowing lines with the Federal Reserve Bank totaling $254,761,000.$286,993,000. All lines of credit are on an “as available” basis and can be revoked by the grantor at any time. At December 31, 20132014, the Company had no outstanding borrowings.

6.Supplemental Cash Flow Disclosures
 
Nine Months Ended September 30,Three months ended March 31,
(In thousands)2014 2013
(in 000's)2015 2014
Cash paid during the period for:      
Interest$2,110
 $1,056
$315
 $264
Income taxes$
 $
$
 $
Noncash investing activities: 
  
 
  
Loans transferred to foreclosed assets$1,308
 $437
$
 $516
OREO financed$
 $2,328
Sale of limited partnership interest financed$3,000
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7.Common Stock Dividend

On September 23, 2014March 24, 2015, the Company’s Board of Directors declared a one-percent (1%) stock dividend on the Company’s outstanding common stock. Based upon the number of outstanding common shares on the record date of October 10, 2014, 151,178April 6, 2015, 154,249 additional shares were issued to shareholders on October 22, 2014.April 17, 2015. Because the stock dividend was considered a “small stock dividend,” approximately $839,000$828,327 was transferred from retained earnings to common stock based upon the $5.555.32 closing price of the Company’s common stock on the declaration date of September 23, 2014March 24, 2015. There were no fractional shares paid. Except for earnings-per-share calculations, shares issued for the stock dividend have been treated prospectively for financial reporting purposes. For purposes of earnings per share calculations, the Company’s weighted average shares outstanding and potentially dilutive shares used in the computation of earnings per share have been restated after giving retroactive effect to a 1% stock dividend to shareholders for all periods presented.

During the first quarter of 2014, the Company's Board of Director's issued a one-percent (1%) stock dividend on the Company's outstanding common stock. Approximately $854,000 was transferred from retained earnings to common stock and 147,946 additional shares were issued to shareholders. During the second quarter of 2014, the Company's Board of Director's issued a one-percent (1%) stock dividend on the Company's outstanding common stock. Approximately $831,000 was transferred from retained earnings to common stock and 149,448 additional shares were issued to shareholders.

8.Net Income per Common Share

The following table provides a reconciliation of the numerator and the denominator of the basic EPS computation with the numerator and the denominator of the diluted EPS computation:
 

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Three Months Ended  
 September 30,
 Nine Months Ended 
 September 30,
Three months ended March 31,
2014 2013 2014 20132015 2014
Net income available to common shareholders (in thousands)$1,703
 $1,852
 $4,659
 $4,323
Net income available to common shareholders (in 000's)$1,228
 $908
          
Weighted average shares issued15,262,501
 15,248,221
 15,253,192
 15,245,874
15,579,335
 15,554,688
Add: dilutive effect of stock options5,307
 205
 7,556
 1,275
1,827
 4,721
Weighted average shares outstanding adjusted for potential dilution15,267,808
 15,248,426
 15,260,748
 15,247,149
15,581,162
 15,559,409
          
Basic earnings per share$0.11
 $0.12
 $0.31
 $0.28
$0.08
 $0.06
Diluted earnings per share$0.11
 $0.12
 $0.31
 $0.28
$0.08
 $0.06
Anti-dilutive stock options excluded from earnings per share calculation160,000
 199,000
 160,000
 194,000
118,000
 167,000

9.Taxes on Income
 
The Company periodically reviews its tax positions under the accounting standards related to uncertainty in income taxes, which defines the criteria that an individual tax position would have to meet for some or all of the income tax benefit to be recognized in a taxable entity’s financial statements. Under the guidelines, an entity should recognize the financial statement benefit of a tax position if it determines that it is more likely than not that the position will be sustained on examination. The term “more likely than not” means a likelihood of more than 50 percent. In assessing whether the more-likely-than-not criterion is met, the entity should assume that the tax position will be reviewed by the applicable taxing authority and all available information is known to the taxing authority.

The Company periodically evaluates its deferred tax assets to determine whether a valuation allowance is required based upon a determination that some or all of the deferred assets may not be ultimately realized. At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014, the Company had no recorded valuation allowance.
 
The Company and its subsidiary file income tax returns in the U.S federal jurisdiction, and several states within the U.S. There are no filings in foreign jurisdictions. During 2010,2014, the Company amendedbegan the process to amend its federalstate tax returns for the year 2004years 2009 through 2012 to file a combined report on a unitary basis with the Company and USB Investment Trust. The amended return for 2009 to utilize the five-year NOL carry-back provisions allowed by the IRS for 2009. These amended tax returns were audited by the IRSwas filed during 2014 and the examination was finalizedamended returns for 2010, 2011, and 2012 will be filed during 2015 once the first quarter of 2013 andFTB accepts the settlement did not have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements. The Company is no longer subject to examination by taxing authorities for years ending before 2010 for federal purposes and 2003 for California purposes.2009 amended return. The Company's policy is to recognize any interest or penalties related to uncertain tax position in income tax expense.

10.Junior Subordinated Debt/Trust Preferred Securities
 
Effective September 30, 2009 and beginning with the quarterly interest payment due October 1, 2009, the Company elected to defer interest payments on the Company's $15.0 million of junior subordinated debentures relating to its trust preferred securities. The terms of the debentures and trust indentures allow for the Company to defer interest payments for up to 20

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consecutive quarters without default or penalty. During the period that the interest deferrals were elected, the Company continued to record interest expense associated with the debentures. As of June 30, 2014, the Company ended the extension period, paid all accrued and unpaid interest, and is currently making quarterly interest payments. The Company may redeem the junior subordinated debentures at anytime at par.
 
The fair value guidance generally permits the measurement of selected eligible financial instruments at fair value at specified election dates. Effective January 1, 2008, the Company elected the fair value option for its junior subordinated debt issued under USB Capital Trust II. The Company believes the election of fair value accounting for the junior subordinated debentures better reflects the true economic value of the debt instrument on the balance sheet. The rate paid on the junior subordinated debt issued under USB Capital Trust II is 3-month LIBOR plus 1.29, and is adjusted quarterly.
 
At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 the Company performed a fair value measurement analysis on its junior subordinated debt using a cash flow model approach to determine the present value of those cash flows. The cash flow model utilizes the forward 3-month LIBOR curve to estimate future quarterly interest payments due over the thirty-year life of the debt instrument. These cash

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flows were discounted at a rate which incorporates a current market rate for similar-term debt instruments, adjusted for additional credit and liquidity risks associated with the junior subordinated debt. Although there is little market data in the current relatively illiquid credit markets, we believe the 7.53%6.46% discount rate used represents what a market participant would consider under the circumstances based on current market assumptions.
 
The fair value calculation performed at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 resulted in a pretax loss adjustment of $34,000125,000 ($20,00073,000, net of tax) for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, compared to a pretax loss adjustment of $519,000345,000 ($305,000203,000, net of tax) for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. Fair value gains and losses are reflected as a component of noninterest income.

The fair value calculation performed at September 30, 2014 resulted in a pretax gain adjustment of $95,000 ($56,000, net of tax) for the quarter ended September 30, 2014, compared to a pretax gain adjustment of $141,000 ($83,000, net of tax) for the quarter ended September 30, 2013.

11.Fair Value Measurements and Disclosure
 
The following summary disclosures are made in accordance with the guidance provided by ASC Topic 825, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures (formerly Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 107, Disclosures about Fair Value of Financial Instruments), which requires the disclosure of fair value information about both on- and off-balance sheet financial instruments where it is practicable to estimate that value.
 
Generally accepted accounting guidance clarifies the definition of fair value, describes methods used to appropriately measure fair value in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and expands fair value disclosure requirements. This guidance applies whenever other accounting pronouncements require or permit fair value measurements.

The fair value hierarchy prioritizes the inputs to valuation techniques used to measure fair value into three broad levels (Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3). Level 1 inputs are unadjusted quoted prices in active markets (as defined) for identical assets or liabilities that the reporting entity has the ability to access at the measurement date. Level 2 inputs are inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly. Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the asset or liability, and reflect the reporting entity’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability (including assumptions about risk).
 
The table below is a summary of fair value estimates for financial instruments and the level of the fair value hierarchy within which the fair value measurements are categorized at the periods indicated:
September 30, 2014
(In thousands)Carrying Amount Estimated Fair Value Quoted Prices In Active Markets for Identical Assets Level 1 Significant Other Observable Inputs Level 2 Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3
Financial Assets:         
Cash and cash equivalents$134,885
 $134,885
 $134,885
 $
 $
Interest-bearing deposits1,520
 1,520
 
 1,520
 
Investment securities49,624
 49,624
 10,808
 38,816
 
Loans435,896
 431,833
 
 
 431,833
Accrued interest receivable1,924
 1,924
 
 1,924
 
Financial Liabilities: 
  
  
  
  
Deposits: 
  
  
  
  
Noninterest-bearing241,863
 241,863
 241,863
 
 
NOW and money market214,001
 214,001
 214,001
 
 
Savings58,503
 58,503
 58,503
 
 
Time Deposits76,580
 77,624
 
 
 77,624
Total Deposits590,947
 591,991
 514,367
  
 77,624
Junior Subordinated Debt10,047
 10,047
 
 
 10,047
Accrued interest payable42
 42
 
 42
 

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December 31, 2013
(In thousands)Carrying Amount Estimated Fair Value Quoted Prices In Active Markets for Identical Assets Level 1 Significant Other Observable Inputs Level 2 Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3
March 31, 2015March 31, 2015
(in 000's)Carrying Amount Estimated Fair Value Quoted Prices In Active Markets for Identical Assets Level 1 Significant Other Observable Inputs Level 2 Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3
Financial Assets:                  
Cash and cash equivalents$135,212
 $135,212
 $135,212
 $
 $
$85,478
 $85,478
 $85,478
 $
 $
Interest-bearing deposits1,515
 1,515
 
 1,515
 
1,523
 1,523
 
 1,523
 
Investment securities43,616
 43,616
 10,746
 32,870
 
46,898
 46,898
 3,858
 43,040
 
Loans384,025
 380,615
 
 
 380,615
481,270
 475,202
 
 
 475,202
Accrued interest receivable1,644
 1,644
 
 1,644
 
1,984
 1,984
 
 1,984
 
Financial Liabilities: 
  
  
  
  
 
  
  
  
  
Deposits: 
  
  
  
  
 
  
  
  
  
Noninterest-bearing214,317
 214,317
 214,317
 
 
227,537
 227,537
 227,537
 
 
NOW and money market198,928
 198,928
 198,928
 
 
212,626
 212,626
 212,626
 
 
Savings45,758
 45,758
 45,758
 
 
60,478
 60,478
 60,478
 
 
Time Deposits83,486
 83,362
 
 
 83,362
Total Deposits542,489
 542,365
 459,003
 
 83,362
Junior Subordinated Debt11,125
 11,125
 
 
 11,125
Time deposits77,626
 78,275
 
 
 78,275
Total deposits578,267
 578,916
 500,641
  
 78,275
Junior subordinated debt10,238
 10,238
 
 
 10,238
Accrued interest payable44
 44
 
 44
 
42
 42
 
 42
 
December 31, 2014
(in 000's)Carrying Amount Estimated Fair Value Quoted Prices In Active Markets for Identical Assets Level 1 Significant Other Observable Inputs Level 2 Significant Unobservable Inputs Level 3
Financial Assets:         
Cash and cash equivalents$103,577
 $103,577
 $103,577
 $
 $
Interest-bearing deposits1,522
 1,522
 
 1,522
 
Investment securities48,301
 48,301
 3,823
 44,478
 
Loans446,824
 441,186
 
 
 441,186
Accrued interest receivable1,927
 1,927
 
 1,927
 
Financial Liabilities: 
  
  
  
  
Deposits: 
  
  
  
  
Noninterest-bearing215,439
 215,439
 215,439
 
 
NOW and money market211,290
 211,290
 211,290
 
 
Savings60,499
 60,499
 60,499
 
 
Time deposits78,145
 78,239
 
 
 78,239
Total deposits565,373
 565,467
 487,228
 
 78,239
Junior subordinated debt10,115
 10,115
 
 
 10,115
Accrued interest payable40
 40
 
 40
 
 
The Company performs fair value measurements on certain assets and liabilities as the result of the application of current accounting guidelines. Some fair value measurements, such as available-for-sale securities (AFS) and junior subordinated debt are performed on a recurring basis, while others, such as impairment of loans, other real estate owned, goodwill and other intangibles, are performed on a nonrecurring basis.

The Company’s Level 1 financial assets consist of money market funds and highly liquid mutual funds for which fair values are based on quoted market prices. The Company’s Level 2 financial assets include highly liquid debt instruments of U.S. government agencies, collateralized mortgage obligations, and debt obligations of states and political subdivisions, whose fair

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values are obtained from readily-available pricing sources for the identical or similar underlying security that may, or may not, be actively traded. The Company’s Level 3 financial assets include certain impaired loans, other real estate owned, goodwill, and intangible assets where the assumptions may be made by us or third parties about assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability. From time to time, the Company recognizes transfers between Level 1, 2, and 3 when a change in circumstances warrants a transfer. There were no significant transfers in or out of Level 1 and Level 2 fair value measurements during the three months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015.

The following methods and assumptions were used in estimating the fair values of financial instruments:
 
Cash and Cash Equivalents - The carrying amounts reported in the balance sheets for cash and cash equivalents approximate their estimated fair values.
 
Interest-bearing Deposits – Interest bearing deposits in other banks consist of fixed-rate certificates of deposits. Accordingly, fair value has been estimated based upon interest rates currently being offered on deposits with similar characteristics and maturities.
 
Investments – Available for sale securities are valued based upon open-market price quotes obtained from reputable third-party brokers that actively make a market in those securities. Market pricing is based upon specific CUSIP identification for each individual security. To the extent there are observable prices in the market, the mid-point of the bid/ask price is used to determine fair value of individual securities. If that data is not available for the last 30 days, a Level 2-type matrix pricing approach based on comparable securities in the market is utilized. Level-2 pricing may include using a forward spread from the last observable trade or may use a proxy bond like a TBA mortgage to come up with a price for the security being valued. Changes in fair market value are recorded through other comprehensive loss as the securities are available for sale.


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Loans - Fair values of variable rate loans, which reprice frequently and with no significant change in credit risk, are based on carrying values adjusted for credit risk.  Fair values for all other loans, except impaired loans, are estimated using discounted cash flows over their remaining maturities, using interest rates at which similar loans would currently be offered to borrowers with similar credit ratings and for the same remaining maturities. The allowance for loan loss is considered to be a reasonable estimate of loan discount for credit quality concerns.
 
Impaired Loans - Fair value measurements for impaired loans are performed pursuant to authoritative accounting guidance and are based upon either collateral values supported by appraisals, observed market prices, or discounted cash flows. Changes are not recorded directly as an adjustment to current earnings or comprehensive income, but rather as an adjustment component in determining the overall adequacy of the loan loss reserve. Such adjustments to the estimated fair value of impaired loans may result in increases or decreases to the provision for credit losses recorded in current earnings. Collateral dependent loans are measured for impairment using the fair value of the collateral.

Other Real Estate Owned - Nonrecurring adjustments to certain commercial and residential real estate properties classified as other real estate owned (OREO) are measured at the lower of carrying amount or fair value, less costs to sell.  Fair values are generally based on third party appraisals of the property, resulting in a Level 3 classification.  In cases where the carrying amount exceeds the fair value, less costs to sell, an impairment loss is recognized.

Deposits – In accordance with authoritative accounting guidance, fair values for transaction and savings accounts are equal to the respective amounts payable on demand (i.e., carrying amounts). The Company believes that the fair value of these deposits is clearly greater than that prescribed under authoritative accounting guidance. Fair values of fixed-maturity certificates of deposit were estimated using the rates currently offered for deposits with similar remaining maturities.

Junior Subordinated Debt – The fair value of the junior subordinated debt was determined based upon a discounted cash flows model utilizing observable market rates and credit characteristics for similar debt instruments. In its analysis, the Company used characteristics that market participants generally use, and considered factors specific to (a) the liability, (b) the principal (or most advantageous) market for the liability, and (c) market participants with whom the reporting entity would transact in that market. Cash flows are discounted at a rate which incorporates a current market rate for similar-term debt instruments, adjusted for credit and liquidity risks associated with similar junior subordinated debt and circumstances unique to the Company. The Company believes that the subjective nature of theses inputs, due primarily to the current economic environment, require the junior subordinated debt to be classified as a Level 3 fair value.
 
Accrued Interest Receivable and Payable - The carrying value of these instruments is a reasonable estimate of fair value.
 

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Off-Balance Sheet Instruments - Off-balance sheet instruments consist of commitments to extend credit, standby letters of credit and derivative contracts. Fair values of commitments to extend credit are estimated using the interest rate currently charged to enter into similar agreements, taking into account the remaining terms of the agreements and the present counterparties’ credit standing. There was no material difference between the contractual amount and the estimated value of commitments to extend credit at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014.
 
Fair values of standby letters of credit are based on fees currently charged for similar agreements. The fair value of commitments generally approximates the fees received from the customer for issuing such commitments. These fees are not material to the Company’s consolidated balance sheet and results of operations.
 
The following table provides a description of the valuation technique, unobservable input, and qualitative information about the unobservable inputs for the Company’s assets and liabilities classified as Level 3 and measured at fair value on a recurring basis at September 30,March 31, 2015 and 2014 and 2013:
September 30, 2014 December 31, 2013
March 31, 2015March 31, 2015 December 31, 2014
Financial InstrumentValuation TechniqueUnobservable InputWeighted Average Financial InstrumentValuation TechniqueUnobservable InputWeighted AverageValuation TechniqueUnobservable InputWeighted Average Financial InstrumentValuation TechniqueUnobservable InputWeighted Average
Junior Subordinated DebtDiscounted cash flowDiscount Rate7.53% Junior Subordinated DebtDiscounted cash flowDiscount Rate8.19%Discounted cash flowDiscount Rate6.46% Junior Subordinated DebtDiscounted cash flowDiscount Rate6.87%

Management believes that the credit risk adjusted spread utilized in the fair value measurement of the junior subordinated debentures carried at fair value is indicative of the nonperformance risk premium a willing market participant would require under current market conditions, that is, the inactive market. Management attributes the change in fair value of the junior subordinated debentures during the period to market changes in the nonperformance expectations and pricing of this type of

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debt, and not as a result of changes to our entity-specific credit risk. The narrowing of the credit risk adjusted spread above the Company’s contractual spreads has primarily contributed to the negative fair value adjustments. Generally, an increase in the credit risk adjusted spread and/or a decrease in the three month LIBOR swap curve will result in positive fair value adjustments (and decrease the fair value measurement).  Conversely, a decrease in the credit risk adjusted spread and/or an increase in the three month LIBOR swap curve will result in negative fair value adjustments (and increase the fair value measurement).
 

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The following tables summarize the Company’s assets and liabilities that were measured at fair value on a recurring and non-recurring basis as of September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 (in 000’s):
Description of AssetsSeptember 30, 2014 
Quoted Prices in
Active Markets
for Identical
Assets
(Level 1)
 
Significant Other
Observable Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
March 31, 2015 
Quoted Prices in
Active Markets
for Identical
Assets
(Level 1)
 
Significant Other
Observable Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
AFS Securities (2):              
U.S. Government agencies$13,007
 $
 $13,007
 $
$11,962
 $
 $11,962
 $
U.S. Government collateralized mortgage obligations32,826
 7,017
 25,809
 
31,078
 
 31,078
 
Mutual Funds3,791
 3,791
 
 
3,858
 3,858
 
 
Total AFS securities$49,624
 $10,808
 $38,816
 $
$46,898
 $3,858
 $43,040
 $
Impaired loans (1): 
  
  
  
 
  
  
  
Commercial and industrial
 
 
 

 
 
 
Real estate mortgage
 
 
 

 
 
 
RE construction & development
 
 
 

 
 
 
Agricultural
 
 
 

 
 
 
Installment/Other
 
 
 

 
 
 
Total impaired loans$
 $
 $
 $
$
 $
 $
 $
Other real estate owned (1)333
 
 
 333

 
 
 
Total$49,957
 $10,808
 $38,816
 $333
$46,898
 $3,858
 $43,040
 $
Description of LiabilitiesSeptember 30, 2014 
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets
(Level 1)
 
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
March 31, 2015 
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets
(Level 1)
 
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
Junior subordinated debt (2)$10,047
 
 
 $10,047
$10,238
 
 
 $10,238
Total$10,047
 
 
 $10,047
$10,238
 
 
 $10,238
 
(1)Nonrecurring
(2)Recurring

The following tables summarize the Company’s assets and liabilities that were measured at fair value on a recurring and non-recurring basis as of December 31, 20132014 (in 000’s):


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Description of AssetsDecember 31, 2013 
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets
(Level 1)
 
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
December 31, 2014 
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets
(Level 1)
 
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
AFS Securities (2):              
U.S. Government agencies$14,501
 $
 $14,501
 $
$12,496
 $
 $12,496
 $
U.S. Government collateralized mortgage obligations25,385
 7,016
 18,369
 
31,982
 
 31,982
 
Mutual Funds3,730
 3,730
 
 
3,823
 3,823
 
 
Total AFS securities43,616
 10,746
 32,870
 $
48,301
 3,823
 44,478
 $
Impaired Loans (1): 
  
  
  
 
  
  
  
Commercial and industrial
 
 
 

 
 
 
Real estate mortgage1,388
 
 
 1,388
42
 
 
 42
RE construction & development
 
 
 

 
 
 
Agricultural
 
 
 

 
 
 
Installment/Other
 
 
 

 
 
 
Total impaired loans$1,388
 $
 $
 $1,388
$42
 $
 $
 $42
Other real estate owned (1)3,889
 
 
 3,889

 
 
 
Total$48,893
 $10,746
 $32,870
 $5,277
$48,343
 $3,823
 $44,478
 $42
Description of LiabilitiesDecember 31, 2013 
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets
(Level 1)
 
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
December 31, 2014 
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets
(Level 1)
 
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
Junior subordinated debt (2)$11,125
 $
 $
 $11,125
$10,115
 $
 $
 $10,115
Total$11,125
 $
 $
 $11,125
$10,115
 $
 $
 $10,115
 
(1)Nonrecurring
(2)Recurring

The Company recorded no impairment loss on other real estate owned during the three and ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015. or 2014.

The following tables presenttable presents quantitative information about Level 3 fair value measurements for the Company's assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis at September 30,December 31, 2014 and. The Company had no assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis at DecemberMarch 31, 20132015: (in 000's).
September 30, 2014
Financial InstrumentFair ValueValuation TechniqueUnobservable InputRange, Weighted Average
Other real estate owned:
Commercial real estate333
Sales Comparison ApproachAdjustments by management to reflect current conditions/selling costs1%-50%, 11.83%


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December 31, 20132014
Financial InstrumentFair ValueValuation TechniqueUnobservable InputRange, Weighted Average
Impaired Loans:    
Real estate mortgage1,38842
Sales Comparison ApproachAdjustment for difference between comparable sales1%-32%-16%, 17.5%
Other real estate owned:
Real estate construction3,889
Discounted cash flowDiscount rate1%-10%, 8.49%13.2%

The following tables provide a reconciliation of assets and liabilities at fair value using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) on a recurring basis during the three and ninethree months ended September 30,March 31, 2015 and 2014 and 2013 (in 000’s):

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Three Months Ended September 30, 2014 Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 Three Months Ended September 30, 2013 Nine Months Ended September 30, 2013Three Months Ended March 31, 2015 Three Months Ended March 31, 2014
Reconciliation of Liabilities:
Junior
Subordinated
Debt
 
Junior
Subordinated
Debt
 
Junior
Subordinated
Debt
 
Junior
Subordinated
Debt
Junior
Subordinated
Debt
 
Junior
Subordinated
Debt
Beginning balance$11,532
 $11,125
 $10,882
 $10,068
$10,115
 $11,125
Total losses (gains) included in earnings (or changes in net assets)(95) 34
 (141) 519
Total losses included in earnings(125) (345)
Capitalized interest(1,390) (1,112) 63
 217
248
 752
Ending balance$10,047
 $10,047
 $10,804
 $10,804
$10,238
 $11,532
The amount of total losses (gains) for the period included in earnings attributable to the change in unrealized gains or losses relating to liabilities still held at the reporting date$(95) $34
 $(141) $519
The amount of total losses for the period included in earnings attributable to the change in unrealized gains or losses relating to liabilities still held at the reporting date$(125) $(345)


12.Goodwill and Intangible Assets

At September 30, 2014 and DecemberMarch 31, 20132015, the Company had goodwill core deposit intangibles, and other identified intangible assets which were recordedin the amount of $4,488,000 in connection with various business combinations and purchases. The following table summarizesThis amount was unchanged from the carrying valuebalance of those assets$4,488,000 atSeptember 30, 2014 and December 31, 20132014.
 September 30, 2014 December 31, 2013
Goodwill$4,488
 $4,488
Core deposit intangible assets
 62
Total goodwill and intangible assets$4,488
 $4,550

Core deposit intangibles are amortized over their useful lives, while While goodwill is not amortized. Theamortized, the Company conductsdoes conduct periodic impairment analysis on goodwill and intangible assets at least annually or more often as conditions require.

Goodwill: The largest component of goodwill is related to the Legacy merger (Campbell reporting unit) completed during February 2007 and totaled approximately $2.9$2.9 million at September 30, 2014.March 31, 2015. The Company completed a "Step 0" analysis for the Campbell reporting unit as of March 31, 2014,2015 and a "Step 1" at March 31, 2013,2014, with no goodwill impairment.

TheUnder the Step 0 analysis, the Company has the option to first step in impairment testingassess qualitative factors to determine whether the existence of events or circumstances leads to a determination that it is to identify potential impairment, which involves determining and comparingmore likely than not that the fair value of the operatinga reporting unit withis less than its carrying value.amount. If, after assessing the totality of events or circumstances, the Company determines it is not more likely than not that the fair value of thea reporting unit exceedsis less than its carrying value, goodwillamount, then performing the two-step impairment test is not impaired. If the carrying value exceeds fair value, there is an indication of possible impairment and the second step is performed to determine the amount of the impairment, if any. The fair value determined in the step one testing is determined based on a discounted cash flow methodology using estimated market discount rates and projections of future cash flows for the Campbell reporting unit.  In addition to projected cash flows, the Company also utilizes other market metrics including industry multiples of earnings and price-to-book ratios to estimate what a market participant would pay for the operating unit in the current business environment.unnecessary. Determining the fair value involves a significant amount of judgment, including estimates of changes in revenue growth, changes is discount rates, competitive forces within the industry, and other specific industry and

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market valuation conditions. If, at the conclusion of the step 1 analysis, the Company concludes that the potential for goodwill impairment exists, step-two testing will be required to determine goodwill impairment and the amount of goodwill that might be impaired, if any. The second step in impairment analysis compares the fair value of the Campbell reporting unit to the aggregate fair values of its individual assets, liabilities and identified intangibles. Based on the results of the first step of theStep 0 impairment analysis at March 31, 2013,2015, the Company concluded that that the fair value of the reporting unit exceeds it carrying value. Therefore, goodwill was not impaired.

Core Deposit Intangibles: The core deposit intangible asset related to the Legacy Bank Merger, which totaled $3.0$3.0 million at the time of merger, was amortized over an estimated life of approximately seven years. At September 30, 2014,March 31, 2015, there was no remaining carrying value of the core deposit intangible related to the Legacy Bank merger. The Company recognized no amortization expense related to the Legacy operating unit during the ninethree months endedSeptember 30, 2014. March 31, 2015. The Company recognized no amortization expense related to the Legacy operating unit during the ninethree months endedSeptember 30, 2013. March 31, 2014. At September 30, 2014,March 31, 2015, there was no remaining carrying value of core deposit intangible related to the Taft branch acquisitions completed in April 2004.2004.

 The Company did not record an impairment loss for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 or September 30, 2013.March 31, 2014.
 
13.Subsequent Events
 
Subsequent events are events or transactions that occur after the balance sheet date but before financial statements are issued. Recognized subsequent events are events or transactions that provide additional evidence about conditions that existed at the date of the balance sheet, including the estimates inherent in the process of preparing financial statements.  Unrecognized subsequent events are events that provide evidence about conditions that did not exist at the date of the balance sheet but arose after that date.  Management has reviewed events occurring through the date the consolidated financial statements were issued.


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Item 2  - Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

Overview

Certain matters discussed or incorporated by reference in this Quarterly Report of Form 10-Q are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those described in Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the following factors: i) competitive pressures in the banking industry and changes in the regulatory environment; ii) exposure to changes in the interest rate environment and the resulting impact on the Company’s interest rate sensitive assets and liabilities; iii) decline in the health of the economy nationally or regionally which could reduce the demand for loans or reduce the value of real estate collateral securing most of the Company’s loans; iv) credit quality deterioration that could cause an increase in the provision for loan losses; v) Asset/Liability matching risks and liquidity risks; volatility and devaluation in the securities markets, vi) failure to comply with the regulatory agreements under which the Company is subject, vii) expected cost savings from recent acquisitions are not realized, and, viii) potential impairment of goodwill and other intangible assets. Therefore, the information set forth therein should be carefully considered when evaluating the business prospects of the Company. For additional information concerning risks and uncertainties related to the Company and its operations, please refer to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 20132014.

United Security Bancshares (the “Company” or “Holding Company") is a California corporation incorporated during March of 2001 and is registered with the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System as a bank holding company under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, as amended. United Security Bank (the “Bank”) is a wholly-owned bank subsidiary of the Company and was formed in 1987. References to the Company are references to United Security Bancshares (including the Bank). References to the Bank are to United Security Bank, while references to the Holding Company are to the parent-only, United Security Bancshares. The Company currently has eleven banking branches, which provide financial services in Fresno, Madera, Kern, and Santa Clara counties in the state of California.

Effective On March 23, 2010, United Security Bancshares (the “Company”"Company") and its wholly owned subsidiary, United Security Bank (the "Bank"), entered into a formal written agreement (the “Agreement”) with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. The Agreement wasFrancisco (the “Federal Reserve”) as a result of a regulatory examination that was conducted by the Federal Reserve and the California Department of Financial Institutions (the “DFI”) in June 2009. That examination found significant increases in nonperforming assets, both classified loans and OREO, during 2008 and 2009, and is intendedheightened concerns about the Bank’s use of brokered and other wholesale funding sources to improve the overall condition of the Bank through, among other things,fund loan growth, which created increased Board oversight; formal plansrisk to monitor and improve processes related to asset quality, liquidity, funds management,equity capital and earnings; and the prohibition of certain actions that might reduce capital, including the distribution of dividends or the repurchase of the Company’s common stock. The Board of Directors and management believe that the Company ispotential volatility in compliance withearnings. Under the terms of the Agreement.Agreement, the Company and the Bank agreed, among other things: to maintain a sound process for determining, documenting, and recording an adequate allowance for loan and lease losses; to improve the management of the Bank's liquidity position and funds management policies; to maintain sufficient capital at the Company and Bank level; and to improve the Bank’s earnings and overall condition. The Company and Bank also agreed not to increase or guarantee any debt, purchase or redeem any shares of stock, declare or pay any cash dividends, or pay interest on the Company's junior subordinated debt or trust preferred securities, without prior written approval from the Federal Reserve. The Company generates no revenue of its own and, as such, relies on dividends from the Bank to pay its operating expenses and interest payments on the Company’s junior subordinated debt. Effective November 19, 2014, the Federal Reserve terminated the Agreement with the Bank and the Company and replaced it with an informal supervisory agreement that requires, among other things, obtaining written approval from the Federal Reserve prior to the payment of dividends from the Bank to the Company or the payment of dividends by the Company or interest on the Company’s junior subordinated debt. The inability of the Bank to pay cash dividends to the Company may hinder the Company’s ability to meet its ongoing operating obligations. (For more information on the Agreement see the “Regulatory Matters” section included in this Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.)

DuringOn May of20, 2010, the CaliforniaDFI (now known as the Department of Business Oversight (formerly known as the California Department of Financial Institutions)(the “DBO”)) issued a formal written order (the “Order”) pursuant to a consent agreement with the Bank as a result of athe same June 2009 joint regulatory examination that was conducted byexamination. The terms of the Federal Reserve and the California Department of Business Oversight in June 2009. The Order issued by the California Department of Business Oversight iswere essentially similar to the written agreement with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. As ofReserve’s Agreement, except for a few additional requirements.  On September 24, 2013, the Bank entered into aan informal Memorandum of Understanding (the “MOU”) with the California Department of Business Oversight. EffectiveDBO and on October 15, 2013, the Order was officially terminatedterminated. The Order and the MOU require the Bank to maintain a ratio of tangible shareholder’s equity to total tangible assets equal to or greater than 9.0% and also requires the DBO’s approval for the Bank to pay a dividend to the Company. Accordingly, reflecting the Company’s and the Bank’s improved financial condition and performance, as of November 19, 2014, the Bank and the Company have been relieved of all formal regulatory agreements. Some of the governance and procedures established by the California DepartmentAgreement and the Order remain in place, including submission of Business Oversight. The Board of Directorscertain plans and management believe thatreports to the Federal Reserve and DBO, the Bank’s obligation to maintain a 9.0% tangible shareholder’s equity ratio, and the requirement to seek approvals from the Federal Reserve and the DBO for either the Bank or the Company to pay dividends and for the Company to pay interest on its outstanding junior subordinated debt. While no assurances can be

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given as to future regulatory approvals, over the last four quarters the DBO and the Federal Reserve have been approving the Bank's payment of dividends to the Company to cover the Company's operating expenses and its interest payments and the Company's payment of quarterly interest on the junior subordinated debt. The Bank is currently in full compliance with the termsrequirements of the MOU. MOU including its deadlines.
(For more information on the Agreement see the “Regulatory Matters” section included in this Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.)

Trends Affecting Results of Operations and Financial Position

The Company’s overall operations are impacted by a number of factors, including not only interest rates and margin spreads, which impact the results of operations, but also the composition of the Company’s balance sheet. One of the primary strategic goals of the Company is to maintain a mix of assets that will generate a reasonable rate of return without undue risk, and to finance those assets with a low-cost and stable source of funds. Liquidity and capital resources must also be considered in the planning process to mitigate risk and allow for growth. Net interest income before provision for credit losses has increased between the ninethree months ended September 30,March 31, 2015 and 2014 and 2013, totaling $17,510,0006,224,000 for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 as compared to $16,029,0005,465,000 for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. The increase in net interest income between 20132014 and 20142015 was primarily the result of a shift in the asset mix as well as a decreasedecline in the Company’s cost of funding between the two periods.

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Average interest-earning assets increased approximately $34,144,00010,865,000 between the ninethree months ended September 30,March 31, 2015 and 2014 and 2013. Components of the $34,144,00010,865,000 increase in average earning assets between 20132014 and 20142015 included an increase of $20,688,00071,504,000 in loans, a $21,827,0002,952,000 increase in investment securities, partially offset by a decrease of $8,378,00063,598,000 in overnight funds sold to the Federal Reserve Bank. During the past year, the Company’s cost of interest-bearing liabilities have continued to decline, with the average cost of interest-bearing liabilities dropping from 0.49% during the nine months endedSeptember 30, 2013, to 0.38% during the ninethree months ended September 30,March 31, 2014.

Net interest income before provision for credit losses has increased between the quarters ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, totaling $6,129,000 for the quarter ended September 30, 2014 as compared to $5,427,0000.36% forduring the quarterthree months endedSeptember 30, 2013March 31, 2015. The increase in net interest income between 2013 and 2014 was primarily the result of purchases of investment securities and growth of the loan portfolio.

The following table summarizes the year-to-date averages of the components of interest-earning assets as a percentage of total interest-earning assets and the components of interest-bearing liabilities as a percentage of total interest-bearing liabilities:
YTD Average
9/30/14
 
YTD Average
12/31/13
 
YTD Average
9/30/13
YTD Average
3/31/15
 
YTD Average
12/31/14
 
YTD Average
3/31/14
Loans and Leases71.15% 70.75% 71.81%78.67% 71.78% 67.87%
Investment securities available for sale8.45% 5.45% 4.99%8.05% 8.36% 7.69%
Interest-bearing deposits in other banks0.26% 0.27% 0.28%0.26% 0.26% 0.26%
Interest-bearing deposits in FRB20.14% 23.53% 22.92%13.02% 19.60% 24.18%
Total interest-earning assets100.00% 100.00% 100.00%100.00% 100.00% 100.00%
  
NOW accounts17.56% 15.56% 15.42%22.08% 17.99% 17.10%
Money market accounts40.72% 41.96% 41.42%36.80% 40.86% 41.44%
Savings accounts14.57% 12.40% 12.37%16.93% 14.99% 13.75%
Time deposits24.00% 27.00% 27.71%21.41% 23.12% 24.47%
Other borrowings0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
Subordinated debentures3.15% 3.08% 3.08%2.78% 3.04% 3.24%
Total interest-bearing liabilities100.00% 100.00% 100.00%100.00% 100.00% 100.00%

Since the Bank primarily conducts banking operations in California’s Central Valley, its operations and cash flows are subject to changes in the economic conditions in California’s Central Valley. Our business results are dependent in large part upon the business activity, population, income levels, deposits and real estate activity in the Central Valley, and continued adverse economic conditions could have a material adverse effect upon us. In addition, the Central Valley remains largely dependent on agriculture. A downturn in agriculture and agricultural related business could indirectly and adversely affect the Company as many borrowers and customers are involved in, or are impacted to some extent, by the agricultural industry. The state of California is currently experiencing the worst drought in recorded history, and it is not possible to predict at present how long the drought may last.

The residential real estate markets in the five county region from Merced to Kern showed signs ofhave shown strengthening improvement since 2013 and those trends continued into the thirdfirst quarter of 20142015. The severe declines in residential construction and home prices

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that began in 2008 continue to show signs of easing and reversing direction. The sustained period of double-digit price declines from 2008 – 2011 adversely impacted the Company’s operations and increased the levels of nonperforming assets, increased expenses related to foreclosed properties, and decreased profit margins. As the Company continues its business development and expansion efforts throughout its market areas, a primary focus is reduction of nonperforming assets while providing customers options to work through this difficult economic period. Options include combinations of rate and term concessions, as well as forbearance agreements with borrowers. Median sales prices and number of housing starts improved in the five county region from Merced to Kern between June 2013 to September 2014.March 2015. Total nonperforming loans decreasedincreased slightly during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, totaling $14,268,00016,699,000 at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 compared to $18,102,00015,576,000 reported at December 31, 20132014.

As a result of a modest improvement in the economy, the Company has experienced improvement in the loan portfolio between 20132014 and 20142015. During the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, the Company experienced increases in real estate construction development and real estate mortgage loans, but experienced decreases in commercial and industrial loans, compared to the same period ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. Loans increased $52,119,00034,326,000 between December 31, 20132014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, and increased $63,406,00080,300,000 between September 30, 2013March 31, 2014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015. Commercial and industrial loans decreased $1,361,000654,000 between December 31, 20132014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and decreased $1,481,0004,077,000 between September 30, 2013March 31, 2014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015. Real estate mortgage loans increased $19,949,00021,702,000 between December 31, 20132014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, and $22,977,00025,912,000 between September 30, 2013March 31, 2014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015. The increases in real estate mortgage loans are due to residential mortgage loan pools purchased in September 2014 and February 2015. Agricultural loans increased $1,938,0003,034,000 between December 31, 20132014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and increased $7,890,00010,410,000 between September 30, 2013March 31, 2014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015.  Commercial real estate loans (a component of real estate mortgage loans) have remained as a significant percentage of total loans over the past year, amounting to 34.51%32.18%, 36.41%33.78%, and 37.07%38.88%, of the total loan portfolio at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, December 31, 20132014, and September 30, 2013March 31, 2014, respectively. Residential mortgage loans are not generally a

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large part of the Company’s loan portfolio, but some residential mortgage loans have been made over the past several years to facilitate take-out loans for construction borrowers when they were not able to obtain permanent financing elsewhere. These loans are generally 30-year amortizing loans with maturities of between three and five years. Residential mortgages totaled $61,719,00077,067,000 or 13.79%15.66% of the portfolio at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, $52,036,00059,095,000, or 13.16%12.91% of the portfolio at December 31, 20132014, and $50,502,000$49,167,000 or 13.15%11.94% of the portfolio at September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. Loan participations purchased have remained the same at $30,000comprised $824,000 or 0.01%0.20% of the portfolio at September 30, 2013March 31, 2014, compared to. The bank held no loan participation purchases at $30,000December 31, 2014 or 0.01%March 31, 2015. Loan participations sold decreased from $8,599,000, or 2.09%, of the portfolio at March 31, 2014, to $6,230,000, or 1.4% of the portfolio, at December 31, 20132014, but have decreased toand $0 as of September 30, 2014. Loan participations sold remained the same at $9,786,000 or 2.55% of the portfolio at September 30, 20136,123,000, compared to $9,786,000or 2.5%1.2% of the portfolio, at DecemberMarch 31, 2013, but decreased to $6,959,000, or 1.6%, at September 30, 20142015.

Although market rates of interest are at historically low levels, the Company’s disciplined deposit pricing efforts have helped maintain adequate margins. The Company’s net interest margin increased to 4.01%4.25% for the ninethree months ended September 30,March 31, 20142015, when compared to 3.90%3.81% for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. The net interest margin has been impacted slightly by increases inimproved due to growth of the loan portfolio, and purchases of investment securities, both of which areis a higher yielding assetsasset, compared to overnight investments with the Federal Reserve Bank. The Company has successfully sought to mitigate the low-interest rate environment with loan floors included in new and renewed loans when practical. Loans yielded 5.67%5.46% during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as compared to 5.62% for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014.  The decrease in the Company’s cost of funds over the past year has mitigated the impact of declining yields on earning assets. The Company’s average cost of funds was 0.38%0.36% for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as compared to 0.49%0.38% for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. Although theThe Company does not intend to increase its current level of brokered deposits, the levelslevel of brokered deposits areis expected to remain level at least in the short-term. The Company is currently only utilizingCurrently CDARs reciprocal deposits as a concession to our customers. The $7,889,000 inare the only brokered deposits at September 30, 2014 continues to providein the Company with a low-cost source of deposits.Company. The Company will continue to utilize these funding sources when required to maintain prudent liquidity levels, while seeking to increase core deposits when possible.CDARs reciprocal deposit is preferred by some depositors.

Total noninterest income of $4,133,000921,000 reported for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 increased $1,095,000204,000 or 36.04%28.45% as compared to the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. Noninterest income continues to be driven by customer service fees, which totaled $2,639,000833,000 for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015. as compared to $794,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2014. However, the increase in noninterest income between the two periods was primarily the result of a $485,000 increase$220,000 decrease in fair value of financial liability as well as a $691,000 gain on sale of investment during the nine months ended September 30, 2014.liability.

Noninterest expense increasedecreased approximately $974,00087,000 or 7.39%1.81% between the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015. The increasedecrease experienced during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, was primarily the result of an increasedecreases of $1,516,000213,000 in the net operating cost on OREO and $95,000 in salary and employee benefits, partially offset by reductionsincreases in regulatory assessment expenseprofessional fees and professional fees.occupancy expenses.

Effective March 31, 2009, and beginning with the quarterly interest payment due October 1, 2009, the Company deferred interest payments on the Company's $15.0 million of junior subordinated debentures relating to its trust preferred securities. This was the result of regulatory restraints which have precluded the Bank from paying dividends to the Holding Company. The Agreement with the Federal Reserve Bank entered into during March 2010 specifically prohibits the Company and the Bank from making any payments on the junior subordinated debt without prior approval of the Federal Reserve Bank. The terms of the debentures and trust indentures allow for the Company to defer interest payments for up to 20 consecutive quarters without default or penalty. During the period that the interest deferrals were elected, the Company continued to record interest expense associated with the debentures. As of June 30, 2014, the Company ended the extension period and all accrued and unpaid interest was paid.

The Company has not paid any cash dividends on its common stock since the second quarter of 2008 and does not expect to resume cash dividends on its common stock for the foreseeable future. Pursuant to the Agreement entered into with the Federal Reserve Bank during March of 2010, the Company and the Bank are precluded from paying cash dividends without prior consent of the Federal Reserve Bank.  On September 23, 2014March 24, 2015, the Company’s Board of Directors declared a one-percent (1%) quarterly stock dividend on the Company’s outstanding common stock. The Company believes, given the current uncertainties in the economy and unprecedented declines in real estate valuations in our markets, it is prudent to retain capital in this environment, and better position the Company for

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future growth opportunities. Based upon the number of outstanding common shares on the record date of October 10, 2014April 6, 2015, an additional 151,178154,249 shares were issued to shareholders.

For purposes of earnings per share calculations, the Company’s weighted average shares outstanding and potentially dilutive shares used in the computation of earnings per share have been restated after giving retroactive effect to the 1% stock dividends to shareholders for all periods presented.


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The Company has sought to maintain a strong, yet conservative balance sheet while continuing to reduce the level of nonperforming assets and improve liquidity during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015. Total assets increased approximately $54,465,00015,255,000 during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, including an increase of $51,871,000$34,446,000 in net loans and an, partially offset by increasedecreases of $15,563,000 in overnight investments with Federal Reserve Bank and $6,008,0001,403,000 in investment securities. Total deposits increased $48,458,00012,894,000, including an increase of $27,546,00012,098,000 in noninterest-bearing deposits and $27,818,000$1,336,000 in savings and NOW and money market accounts, partially offset by decreases of $6,906,000519,000 in time deposits during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015. Average loans comprised approximately 71.16%78.67% and 71.82%67.86% of overall average earning assets during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and September 30, 2013March 31, 2014, respectively.

Nonperforming assets, which are primarily related to the real estate loan and other real estate owned portfolio, remained high during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, butincreasing decreased $3,437,0001,123,000 from a balance of $32,048,00029,586,000 at December 31, 20132014 to a balance of $28,611,00030,709,000 at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015. Nonaccrual loans totaling $9,755,00010,907,000 at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, decreaseincreased $2,586,000972,000 from the balance of $12,341,0009,935,000 reported at December 31, 20132014. In determining the adequacy of the underlying collateral related to these loans, management monitors trends within specific geographical areas, loan-to-value ratios, appraisals, and other credit issues related to the specific loans. Impaired loans decreasedincreased $3,746,0001,115,000 during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 with a balance of $14,386,00017,152,000 at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015. Other real estate owned through foreclosure increased $397,000 betweenremained the same, at a balance of $14,010,000 for the periods ended December 31, 20132014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 as a result of five properties being added to OREO, of which three were subsequently sold. As a result of the related events, nonperforming. Nonperforming assets as a percentage of total assets decreaseincreased slightly from 5.04%4.46% at December 31, 20132014 to 4.14%4.53% at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015.

The following table summarizes various nonperforming components of the loan portfolio, the related allowance for loan and leasecredit losses and provision for credit losses for the periods shown.
(in thousands)September 30, 2014 December 31, 2013 September 30, 2013
(Benefit) provision for credit losses during period$(101) $(1,098) $(1,120)
(in 000's)March 31, 2015 December 31, 2014 March 31, 2014
Provision (recovery of provision) for credit losses during period$459
 $(845) $(47)
Allowance as % of nonperforming loans77.90% 60.70% 48.84%67.61% 69.15% 72.70%
          
Nonperforming loans as % total loans3.19% 4.58% 5.63%3.39% 3.40% 3.70%
Restructured loans as % total loans1.58% 2.29% 3.47%3.01% 3.28% 1.92%

Management continues to monitor economic conditions in the real estate market for signs of further deterioration or improvement which may impact the level of the allowance for loan losses required to cover identified losses in the loan portfolio. Greater focus has been placed on monitoring and reducing the level of problem assets, while working with borrowers to find more options, including loan restructures, to work through these difficult economic times. Restructured loans comprise of 2732 loans totaling $7,078,00014,803,000 at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, compared to 3533 loans totaling $9,059,00015,000,000 at December 31, 20132014.

The Company recorded a negative provision of $101,000459,000 to the allowance for credit losses during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as compared to a negative provision of $1,120,00047,000 for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. Net loan and lease recoveries during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 totaled $228,00060,000 as compared to net charge-offsrecoveries of $112,000143,000 for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. The Company charged-off, or had partial charge-offs on, approximately 92 loans during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as compared to 226 loans during the same period ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014, and 2413 loans during the year ended December 31, 20132014. The annualized percentage net recoveries to average loans were 0.07%0.05% and net charge-offs to average loans were 0.04%0.15% for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and 2013,2014, respectively, as compared to net recoveries of 0.08%0.15% for the year ended December 31, 20132014.

Deposits increased by $48,458,00012,894,000 during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, primarily due to increases experienced in non-interest bearing deposits. The Company continues to maintain a low reliance on brokered deposits, and other wholesale funding sources, while maintaining sufficient liquidity. Currently, the Company does not utilize wholesale funding sources. Brokered deposits totaled $7,889,00013,009,000 or 1.33%2.25% of total deposits at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as compared to $11,500,00011,480,000, or 2.12%2.03%, of total deposits at December 31, 20132014, and $16,232,000$13,656,000, or 2.97%2.40%, of total deposits at September 30, 2013March 31, 2014.


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The cost of the Company’s subordinated debentures issued by USB Capital Trust II has remained low as market rates have remained low during the first nine monthsquarter of 20142015. With pricing at 3-month-LIBOR plus 129 basis points, the effective cost of the subordinated debt was 1.53%1.57% at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as compared to 1.54%1.55% at December 31, 2013.2014. Pursuant to fair value accounting guidance, the Company has recorded $34,000125,000 in pretax fair value loss on its junior subordinated debt during the

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ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, bringing the total cumulative gain recorded on the debt to $5,478,0005,284,000 at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015.

The Company continues to emphasize relationship banking and core deposit growth, and has focused greater attention on its market area of Fresno, Madera, and Kern Counties, as well as Campbell, in Santa Clara County. The San Joaquin Valley and other California markets continue to exhibit weak demand for construction lending and commercial lending from small and medium size businesses, as commercial and residential real estate markets have shown improvements but still remain depressed, compared with prior years.

Results of Operations

On a year-to-date basis, the Company reported net income of $4,659,0001,228,000 or $0.310.08 per share ($0.310.08 diluted) for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as compared to $4,323,000908,000 or $0.280.06 per share ($0.280.06 diluted) for the same period in 20132014. The Company’s return on average assets was 0.94%0.74% for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as compared to 0.90%0.55% for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. The Bank’s return on average equity was 7.90%5.94% for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as compared to 8.10%4.77% for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014.

For the quarters ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, the Company reported net income of $1,703,000 or $0.11 per share ($0.11 diluted) and $1,852,000 or $0.12 per share ($0.12 diluted), respectively. The Company’s return on average assets was 1.00% for the quarter ended September 30, 2014, compared to 1.14% for the quarter ended September 30, 2013. The Bank’s return on average equity was was 8.39% for the quarter ended September 30, 2014, compared to 10.14% for the quarter ended September 30, 2013.


Net Interest Income

Net interest income before provision for credit losses totaled $17,510,0006,224,000 for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, representing an increase of $1,481,000759,000, or 9.24%13.89%, when compared to the $16,029,0005,465,000 reported for the same period of the previous year.

The Company’s year-to-date net interest margin, as shown in Table 1, increased to 4.01%4.25% at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 from 3.90%3.81% at September 30, 2013March 31, 2014, aan increase of 1144 basis points (100 basis points = 1%) between the two periods. While average market rates of interest have remained level between the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and 20132014 (the Prime rate averagedremained at 3.25% during both periods), the increase in the Company’s yield on loans, as well asearning asset mix has improved with an increase in loans and investment securities havewhich positively impacted the net margin between the two periods.


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Table 1. Distribution of Average Assets, Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity:
Interest rates and Interest Differentials
Nine Months EndedThree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and 20132014
  2014     2013    2015     2014  
(dollars in thousands)Average Balance Interest Yield/Rate Average Balance Interest Yield/Rate
(dollars in 000's)Average Balance Interest Yield/Rate Average Balance Interest Yield/Rate
Average Balance Interest Yield/Rate Average Balance Interest Yield/Rate 
Assets:            
Interest-earning assets:                      
Loans and leases (1)$414,769
 $17,602
 5.67% $394,081
 $16,565
 5.62%$466,781
 $6,279
 5.46% $395,277
 $5,475
 5.62%
Investment Securities – taxable49,230
 688
 1.87% 27,403
 495
 2.42%47,756
 214
 1.82% 44,804
 228
 2.06%
Interest-bearing deposits in other banks1,517
 5
 0.44% 1,510
 6
 0.53%1,522
 2
 0.53% 1,515
 2
 0.54%
Interest-bearing deposits in FRB117,367
 210
 0.24% 125,745
 223
 0.24%77,257
 46
 0.24% 140,855
 83
 0.24%
Total interest-earning assets582,883
 $18,505
 4.24% 548,739
 $17,289
 4.21%593,316
 $6,541
 4.47% 582,451
 $5,788
 4.03%
Allowance for credit losses(11,085)  
  
 (11,579)  
  
(10,821)  
  
 (11,015)  
  
Noninterest-earning assets: 
  
  
  
  
  
 
  
  
  
  
  
Cash and due from banks19,982
  
  
 23,087
  
  
21,209
  
  
 20,570
  
  
Premises and equipment, net12,011
  
  
 12,072
  
  
11,458
  
  
 12,088
  
  
Accrued interest receivable1,401
  
  
 1,278
  
  
1,493
  
  
 1,300
  
  
Other real estate owned14,145
  
  
 20,173
  
  
14,010
  
  
 13,979
  
  
Other assets45,650
  
  
 46,350
  
  
42,221
  
  
 47,098
  
  
Total average assets$664,987
  
  
 $640,120
  
  
$672,886
  
  
 $666,471
  
  
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity: 
  
  
  
  
  
 
  
  
  
  
  
Interest-bearing liabilities: 
  
  
  
  
  
 
  
  
  
  
  
NOW accounts$60,737
 $55
 0.12% $53,050
 $45
 0.11%$79,909
 $26
 0.13% $58,788
 $15
 0.10%
Money market accounts140,782
 369
 0.35% 142,469
 483
 0.45%133,209
 105
 0.32% 142,395
 120
 0.34%
Savings accounts50,408
 86
 0.23% 42,536
 64
 0.20%61,277
 42
 0.28% 47,273
 21
 0.18%
Time deposits83,018
 302
 0.49% 95,296
 451
 0.63%77,497
 86
 0.45% 84,099
 106
 0.51%
Other borrowings
 
 0.00% 
 
 0.00%
 
 0.00% 
 
 0.00%
Junior subordinated debentures10,908
 183
 2.24% 10,576
 217
 2.74%10,079
 58
 2.33% 11,151
 61
 2.22%
Total interest-bearing liabilities345,853
 $995
 0.38% 343,927
 $1,260
 0.49%361,971
 $317
 0.36% 343,706
 $323
 0.38%
Noninterest-bearing liabilities: 
  
  
  
  
  
 
  
  
  
  
  
Noninterest-bearing checking231,853
  
  
 218,832
  
  
219,707
  
  
 238,030
  
  
Accrued interest payable73
  
  
 99
  
  
80
  
  
 69
  
  
Other liabilities8,355
  
  
 5,890
  
  
7,251
  
  
 7,377
  
  
Total Liabilities586,134
  
  
 568,748
  
  
589,009
  
  
 589,182
  
  
                      
Total shareholders' equity78,853
  
  
 71,372
  
  
83,877
  
  
 77,289
  
  
Total average liabilities and shareholders' equity$664,987
  
  
 $640,120
  
  
$672,886
  
  
 $666,471
  
  
Interest income as a percentage of average earning assets 
  
 4.24%  
  
 4.21% 
  
 4.47%  
  
 4.03%
Interest expense as a percentage of average earning assets 
  
 0.23%  
  
 0.31% 
  
 0.22%  
  
 0.22%
Net interest margin 
  
 4.01%  
  
 3.90% 
  
 4.25%  
  
 3.81%

(1)
Loan amounts include nonaccrual loans, but the related interest income has been included only if collected for the period prior to the loan being placed on a nonaccrual basis. Loan interest income includes loan fees of approximately $388,000$110,000 and $24,000$78,000 for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and 2013, respectively.
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Three Months Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013
   2014     2013  
(dollars in thousands)Average Balance Interest Yield/Rate Average Balance Interest Yield/Rate
      
Assets:           
Interest-earning assets:           
Loans and leases (1)$435,549
 $6,187
 5.64% $392,001
 $5,545
 5.61%
Investment Securities – taxable50,599
 227
 1.78% 25,058
 157
 2.49%
Interest-bearing  deposits in other banks1,519
 2
 0.52% 1,512
 2
 0.52%
Interest-bearing  deposits in FRB104,254
 63
 0.24% 141,895
 88
 0.25%
Total interest-earning assets591,921
 $6,479
 4.34% 560,466
 $5,792
 4.10%
Allowance for credit losses(11,132)  
  
 (11,723)  
  
Noninterest-earning assets:   
  
  
  
  
Cash and due from banks20,629
  
  
 23,471
  
  
Premises and equipment, net11,911
  
  
 12,062
  
  
Accrued interest receivable1,464
  
  
 1,231
  
  
Other real estate owned14,173
  
  
 17,218
  
  
Other assets44,760
  
  
 43,764
  
  
Total average assets$673,726
  
  
 $646,489
  
  
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity: 
  
  
  
  
  
Interest-bearing liabilities: 
  
  
  
  
  
NOW accounts$62,216
 $24
 0.15% $53,626
 $14
 0.10%
Money market accounts143,835
 131
 0.36% 141,798
 129
 0.36%
Savings accounts55,627
 40
 0.29% 42,312
 21
 0.20%
Time deposits81,108
 96
 0.47% 92,792
 137
 0.59%
Other borrowings
 
 0.00% 
 
 0.00%
Junior subordinated debentures10,104
 59
 2.32% 10,903
 64
 2.33%
Total interest-bearing liabilities352,890
 $350
 0.39% 341,431
 $365
 0.42%
Noninterest-bearing liabilities: 
  
  
  
  
  
Noninterest-bearing checking230,590
  
  
 226,763
  
  
Accrued interest payable81
  
  
 89
  
  
Other liabilities9,596
  
  
 5,795
  
  
Total Liabilities593,157
  
  
 574,078
  
  
            
Total shareholders' equity80,569
  
  
 72,411
  
  
Total average liabilities and shareholders' equity$673,726
  
  
 $646,489
  
  
Interest income as a percentage  of average earning assets 
  
 4.34%  
  
 4.10%
Interest expense as a percentage of average earning assets 
  
 0.23%  
  
 0.26%
Net interest margin 
  
 4.11%  
  
 3.84%

(1)
Loan amounts include nonaccrual loans, but the related interest income has been included only if collected for the period prior to the loan being placed on a nonaccrual basis. Loan interest income includes loan fees of approximately $150,000 and $3,000 for the quarters ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively.


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Both the Company's net interest income and net interest margin are affected by changes in the amount and mix of interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities, referred to as "volume change." Both are also affected by changes in yields on interest-earning assets and rates paid on interest-bearing liabilities, referred to as "rate change." The following table sets forth the changes in interest income and interest expense for each major category of interest-earning asset and interest-bearing liability, and the amount of change attributable to volume and rate changes for the periods indicated.

Table 2.  Rate and Volume Analysis

Increase (decrease) in the nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to
September 30, 2013
Increase (decrease) in the three months ended March 31, 2015 compared to
March 31, 2014
(In thousands)Total Rate Volume
(in 000's)Total Rate Volume
Increase (decrease) in interest income:          
Loans and leases$1,037
 $160
 $877
$804
 $(162) $966
Investment securities available for sale193
 (132) 325
(14) (28) 14
Interest-bearing deposits in other banks(1) (1) 

 
 
Interest-bearing deposits in FRB(13) 2
 (15)(37) 1
 (38)
Total interest income1,216
 29
 1,187
753
 (189) 942
Increase (decrease) in interest expense: 
  
  
 
  
  
Interest-bearing demand accounts(104) (120) 16
(4) (12) 8
Savings and money market accounts22
 9
 13
21
 14
 7
Time deposits(149) (96) (53)(20) (12) (8)
Other borrowings
 0
 

 
 
Subordinated debentures(34) (41) 7
(3) 3
 (6)
Total interest expense(265) (248) (17)(6) (7) 1
Increase in net interest income$1,481
 $277
 $1,204
$759
 $(182) $941
 
For the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, total interest income increased approximately $1,216,000753,000 or 7.03%13.01% as compared to the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013.March 31, 2014. Earning asset volumes increased in investment securities available for sale loans and leases, and interest-bearing deposits in other banks between the two periods with a large increases experienced in investment securities and loans and leases, which on average increased $21,827,0002,952,000 and $20,688,000,$71,504,000, respectively, between the two periods. The average rates on loans increasedecreased 516 basis points between the two periods, and the average rate on investment securities decreaseincreased approximately 5524 basis points during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 as compared to the same period of 2013.2014.  

For the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, total interest expense decreased approximately $265,0006,000, or 21.03%1.86% as compared to the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013.March 31, 2014. Between those two periods, average interest-bearing liabilities increased by $1,926,00018,265,000, while the average rates paid on these liabilities decreased by 112 basis points.

For the quarter ended September 30, 2014, total interest income increased $687,000 or 11.86%, as compared to the quarter ended September 30, 2013. Comparing those two periods, average interest earning assets increased $31,455,000, with the large increases experienced in investment securities and loans and leases. The average rate on total interest-earning assets increased 24 basis points, primarily due to an increase of 3 basis points on average rates paid on loans. For the quarter ended September 30, 2014, total interest expense decreased $15,000 or 4.11% as compared to the quarter ended September 30, 2013, as a result of a 3 basis point decrease on the average rates paid on interest-bearing liabilities. The average rate paid on interest-bearing liabilities was 0.39% for the quarter ended September 30, 2014, compared to 0.42% for the same period ended September 30, 2013.

Provisions for credit losses are determined on the basis of management's periodic credit review of the loan portfolio, consideration of past loan loss experience, current and future economic conditions, and other pertinent factors. Such factors considerManagement believes its estimate of the allowance for credit losses to be adequate when itadequately covers estimated losses inherent in the loan portfolio. Based on the condition of the loan portfolio, management believes the allowance is sufficient to cover risk elements in the loan portfolio.
For the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014, the provision to the allowance for credit losses amounted to a benefit of $101,000 as compared to a benefit of $1,120,000 for the nine months endedSeptember 30, 2013. For the quarter ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, the provision to the allowance for credit losses amounted to a provision of $39,000459,000, as compared to a benefitrecovery of the provision of $1,150,00047,000 for the quarterthree months endedSeptember 30, 2013March 31, 2014.

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The amount provided to the allowance for credit lossesprovision allocated during the first nine months of 2014quarter brought the allowance to 2.48%2.29% of net outstanding loan balances at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as compared to 2.78%2.35% of net outstanding loan balances at December 31, 20132014, and 2.75%2.69% at September 30, 2013March 31, 2014.

Table 3. Changes in Noninterest Income

The following table sets forth the amount and percentage changes in the categories presented for the ninethree months ended September 30,March 31, 2015 and 2014 and 2013:


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(In thousands)
Nine Months Ended 
 September 30, 2014
 Nine Months Ended 
 September 30, 2013
 
Amount of
Change
 
Percent
 Change
(in 000's)
Three Months Ended March 31, 2015 Three Months Ended March 31, 2014 
Amount of
Change
 
Percent
 Change
Customer service fees$2,639
 $2,554
 $85
 3.33 %$833
 $794
 $39
 4.91 %
Increase in cash surrender value of BOLI384
 417
 (33) (7.91)%128
 127
 1
 0.79 %
Loss on fair value of financial liability(34) (519) 485
 (93.45)%(125) (345) 220
 (63.77)%
Gain on sale of other investment691
 
 691
 100.00 %
Gain on sale of fixed assets25
 
 25
 100.00 %
Other428
 586
 (158) (26.96)%85
 141
 (56) (39.72)%
Total noninterest income$4,133
 $3,038
 $1,095
 36.04 %$921
 $717
 $204
 28.45 %

Noninterest income for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 increased $1,095,000204,0000 or 36.04%28.45% when compared to the same period of 20132014. Customer service fees, the primary component of noninterest income, increased $85,00039,000 or 3.33%4.91% between the two periods presented. The increase in noninterest income of $1,095,000204,000 between the two periods includes a reduction in the loss on fair value of financial liability and a gain on sale of a real estate limited partnership interest.liability. The change in the fair value of financial liability iswas primarily caused by a modest decline in Libor rates beyond two yearsthe LIBOR yield curve as compared to the previous quarter.

Noninterest Expense

The following table sets forth the amount and percentage changes in the categories presented for the ninethree months ended September 30,March 31, 2015 and 2014 and 2013:

Table 4. Changes in Noninterest Expense

(In thousands)
Nine Months Ended 
 September 30, 2014
 Nine Months Ended 
 September 30, 2013
 
Amount of
Change
 
Percent
 Change
(in 000's)
Three Months Ended March 31, 2015 Three Months Ended March 31, 2014 
Amount of
Change
 
Percent
 Change
Salaries and employee benefits$7,108
 $6,684
 $424
 6.34 %$2,431
 $2,526
 $(95) (3.76)%
Occupancy expense2,795
 2,693
 102
 3.79 %940
 873
 67
 7.67 %
Data processing101
 126
 (25) (19.84)%31
 41
 (10) (24.39)%
Professional fees959
 1,136
 (177) (15.58)%348
 180
 168
 93.33 %
FDIC/DFI insurance assessments700
 1,032
 (332) (32.17)%246
 233
 13
 5.58 %
Director fees176
 175
 1
 0.57 %56
 56
 
  %
Amortization of intangibles62
 140
 (78) (55.71)%
 47
 (47) (100.00)%
Correspondent bank service charges89
 229
 (140) (61.14)%19
 29
 (10) (34.48)%
(Gain) loss on California tax credit partnership(15) 151
 (166) (109.93)%
Net (gain) cost on operation of OREO480
 (1,036) 1,516
 (146.33)%
Loss on California tax credit partnership30
 23
 7
 30.43 %
Net cost on operation and sale of OREO68
 281
 (213) (75.80)%
Other1,700
 1,851
 (151) (8.16)%539
 506
 33
 6.52 %
Total expense$14,155
 $13,181
 $974
 7.39 %$4,708
 $4,795
 $(87) (1.81)%

Noninterest expense increasedecreased $974,00087,000 between the ninethree months ended September 30,March 31, 2015 and 2014 and 2013. The net increasedecrease in noninterest expense between the comparative periods is primarily the result of a increasedecrease ons in net costcosts of operation on OREO due to gains on sale of OREO realized in 2013.

Included in net costs on operations of OREO for the nine months endedSeptember 30, 2014, are OREO operating expenses totaling $590,000,as well as salaries and employee benefits, partially offset by $110,000increases in gains on sale of OREO. Net operating cost on operations of OREO for the nine months

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endedSeptember 30, 2013, includes gains on sale of OREO of $1,949,000, which were partially offset by OREO operating expenses of $700,000.professional fees. and occupancy expenses.

Income Taxes

The Company’s income tax expense is impacted to some degree by permanent taxable differences between income reported for book purposes and income reported for tax purposes, as well as certain tax credits which are not reflected in the Company’s pretax income or loss shown in the statements of operationsincome and comprehensive income. As pretax income or loss amounts become smaller, the impact of these differences become more significant and are reflected as variances in the Company’s effective tax rate for the periods presented. In general, the permanent differences and tax credits affecting tax expense have a positive impact and tend to reduce the effective tax rates shown in the Company’s statements of operations and comprehensive income.

The Company reviews its current tax positions at least quarterly based upon accounting standards related to uncertainty in income taxes which includes the criteria requiredthat an individual tax position would have to meet for some or all of the income tax benefit all or in part, to be recognized in a taxable entity’s financial statements. Under the income tax guidelines, an entity should recognize the financial statement benefit of a tax position if it determines that it is more likely than not that the position will be sustained on examination.

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The term “more likely than not” means a likelihood of more than 50 percent. In assessing whether the more-likely-than-not criterion is met, the entity should assume that the tax position will be reviewed by the applicable taxing authority.
The Company has reviewed all of its tax positions as of September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, and has determined that, there are no material amounts that should be recorded under the current income tax accounting guidelines.

The Company periodically evaluates its deferred tax assets to determine whether a valuation allowance is required based upon a determination that some or all of the deferred assets may not be ultimately realized. At September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, the Company had no recorded valuation allowance. The Company performs an analysis of the valuation allowance considering both tax planning strategies and future earnings as a basis for utilizing the deferred tax assets. The tax planning strategies include the sale of certain bank premise and the surrender of Bank Owned Life Insurance. In its review of a requirement for a valuation allowance, the Company identifies both positive and negative evidence to determine whether a valuation allowance is required.
Financial Condition

Total assets increased $54,465,00015,255,000, or 8.56%2.30% to a balance of $690,394,000678,424,000 at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, from the balance of $635,929,000663,169,000 at December 31, 20132014, and increased $28,663,00015,515,000, or 4.33%2.34%, from the balance of $661,731,000$662,909,000 at September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. Total deposits of $590,947,000578,267,000 at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, increased $48,458,00012,894,000, or 8.93%2.28%, from the balance reported at December 31, 20132014, and increased $19,471,0009,985,000, or 3.41%1.76%, from the balance of $571,476,000568,282,000 reported at September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. Cash and cash equivalents decreased $327,00018,099,000, or 0.24%17.47%, between December 31, 20132014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015; net loans increased $51,871,00034,446,000, or 13.51%7.71%, to a balance of $435,896,000481,270,000; and investment securities increasedecreased by $6,008,0001,403,000, or 13.77%2.90%, during the first nine monthsquarter of 20142015.

Earning assets averaged approximately $582,883,000593,316,000 during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as compared to $548,739,000582,451,000 for the same period ofin 20132014. Average interest-bearing liabilities increased to $345,853,000361,971,000 for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, from $343,927,000343,706,000 reported for the comparative period of 20132014.

Loans and Leases

The Company's primary business is that of acquiring deposits and making loans, with the loan portfolio representing the largest and most important component of earning assets. Loans totaled $447,436,000492,245,000 at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, an increase of $52,119,00034,326,000, or 13.18%7.50%, when compared to the balance of $395,317,000457,919,000 at December 31, 20132014, and an increase of $63,406,00080,300,000, or 16.51%19.49%, when compared to the balance of $384,030,000411,945,000 reported at September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. Loans on average increased $20,688,00071,504,000, or 5.25%18.09%, between the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, with loans averaging $414,769,000466,781,000 for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as compared to $394,081,000395,277,000 for the same period of 20132014.

During the first nine monthsquarter of 20142015, a decrease of $1,361,000654,000 was experienced in commercial and industrial loans.  Real estate construction and real estate mortgage loans increased $29,579,00010,134,000 or 34.00%7.39%, and $19,949,000$21,702,000 or 10.11%10.10%, respectively, during the first nine monthsquarter of 20142015.

The following table sets forth the amounts of loans outstanding by category at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014, the category percentages as of those dates, and the net change between the two periods presented.

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September 30, 2014 December 31, 2013    March 31, 2015 December 31, 2014    
(In thousands)Dollar Amount % of Loans Dollar Amount % of Loans Net Change % Change
(in 000's)Dollar Amount % of Loans Dollar Amount % of Loans Net Change % Change
Commercial and industrial$69,325
 15.5% $70,686
 17.9% $(1,361) (1.93)%$61,715
 12.5% $62,369
 13.6% $(654) (1.05)%
Real estate – mortgage217,314
 48.6% 197,365
 49.9% 19,949
 10.11 %236,579
 48.1% 214,877
 46.9% 21,702
 10.10 %
RE construction & development116,583
 26.1% 87,004
 22.0% 29,579
 34.00 %147,292
 29.9% 137,158
 30.0% 10,134
 7.39 %
Agricultural32,870
 7.3% 30,932
 7.8% 1,938
 6.27 %34,747
 7.1% 31,713
 6.9% 3,034
 9.57 %
Installment/other11,344
 2.5% 9,330
 2.5% 2,014
 21.59 %11,912
 2.4% 11,802
 2.7% 110
 0.93 %
Total Gross Loans$447,436
 100.0% $395,317
 100.1% $52,119
 13.18 %$492,245
 100.0% $457,919
 100.0% $34,326
 7.50 %

The overall average yield on the loan portfolio was 5.67%5.46% for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as compared to 5.62% for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, 41.6%%42.1% of the Company's loan portfolio consisted of floating rate instruments, as compared to 42.7%39.9% of the portfolio at December 31, 20132014, with the majority of those tied to the prime rate. Approximately 32.38%30.0% or $60,299,00062,224,000 million of the floating rate loans have rate floors at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, making them effectively fixed-rate loans for certain increases in interest rates, and fixed-rate loans for all decreases in interest rates. Approximately $5,930,0004,431,000 of the $60,299,00062,224,000 in loans with floors have floor spreads of 100 basis points or more, meaning that interest rates would need to increase more than 1% (or 100 basis points) before the rates on those loans would increase and effectively become floating rate loans again. The portfolio ofOf the $62,224,000 in loans which comprise floating rate loans with floors, has a relatively short duration with $7,176,0005,245,000 million maturingwill mature in one year or less, and $7,824,0005,266,000 maturingwill mature in less than two years.

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Deposits

Total deposits were $590,947,000578,267,000 at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, representing an increase of $48,458,00012,894,000, or 8.93%2.28% from the balance of $542,489,000565,373,000 reported at December 31, 20132014, and an increase of $19,471,0009,985,000, or 3.41%1.76% from the balance of $571,476,000568,282,000 reported at September 30, 2013March 31, 2014.

The following table sets forth the amounts of deposits outstanding by category at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014, and the net change between the two periods presented.

Table 6. Deposits
 
(In thousands)
September 30, 2014 December 31, 2013 
Net
Change
 
Percentage
Change
(in 000's)March 31, 2015 December 31, 2014 
Net
Change
 
Percentage
Change
Noninterest bearing deposits$241,863
 $214,317
 $27,546
 12.85 %$227,537
 $215,439
 $12,098
 5.62 %
Interest bearing deposits: 
  
  
  
 
  
  
  
NOW and money market accounts214,001
 198,928
 15,073
 7.58 %212,626
 211,290
 1,336
 0.63 %
Savings accounts58,503
 45,758
 12,745
 27.85 %60,478
 60,499
 (21) -0.03 %
Time deposits: 
  
  
  
 
  
  
  
Under $100,00026,344
 28,825
 (2,481) -8.61 %
$100,000 and over50,236
 54,661
 (4,425) -8.10 %
Under $250,00065,917
 65,844
 73
 0.11 %
$250,000 and over11,709
 12,301
 (592) -4.81 %
Total interest bearing deposits349,084
 328,172
 20,912
 6.37 %350,730
 349,934
 796
 0.23 %
Total deposits$590,947
 $542,489
 $48,458
 8.93 %$578,267
 $565,373
 $12,894
 2.28 %

The Company's deposit base consists of two major components represented by noninterest bearing (demand) deposits and interest bearing deposits, totaling $241,863,000227,537,000 and $349,084,000350,730,000 at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, respectively. Interest bearing deposits consist of time certificates, NOW and money market accounts, and savings deposits. Total interest bearing deposits increased $20,912,000796,000, or 6.37%0.23%, between December 31, 20132014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, and noninterest bearing deposits increased $27,546,00012,098,000, or 12.85%5.62% between the same two periods presented. Included in the increase of $20,912,000796,000 in interest bearing deposits during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, is an increase of $12,745,000 in savings accounts and an increase of $15,073,000$1,336,000 in NOW and money market accounts.accounts, partially offset by a decrease of $592,000 in time deposits with balances of over $250,000.


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Core deposits, as defined by the Company as consisting of all deposits other than time deposits of $100,000$250,000 or more, and brokered deposits, continue to provide the foundation for the Company's principal sources of funding and liquidity. These core deposits amounted to 88.38%88.83% and 86.73%88.21% of the total deposit portfolio at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014, respectively. Brokered deposits totaled $7,889,00013,009,000 at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as compared to $11,500,00011,480,000 at December 31, 20132014, and $16,232,000$13,656,000 at September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. Brokered deposits were 1.33%2.25% and 2.12%2.03% of total deposits at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014, respectively.

During the nine months endedSeptember 30, 2014, total time deposits decreased by $6,906,000, or 2.10%, during the nine months endedSeptember 30, 2014, brokered deposits, a component of total time deposits, decreased $3,611,000, or 31.40%  Although the Company will continue to use pricing strategies to control the overall level of time deposits and other borrowings as part of its balance sheet and liquidity planning process, the March 2010 agreement with the Federal Reserve Bank required reductions in brokered deposits, placing increased emphasis on core deposits as part of the Company’s long-term relationship banking strategy.  As a result, core deposits, including NOW and money market accounts, savings accounts, and noninterest-bearing checking accounts, continue to provide the Company’s primary funding source.

On a year-to-date average, the Company experienced an increase of $14,615,0001,014,000, or 2.65%0.18%, in total deposits between the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. Between these two periods, average interest bearing deposits increased $1,594,00019,337,000 or 0.48%5.81%, while total noninterest-bearing deposits increasedecreased $13,021,00018,323,000, or 5.95%7.70%, on a year-to-date average basis.

Short-Term Borrowings

At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, the Company had collateralized lines of credit with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco totaling $289,806,000313,928,000, as well as Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) lines of credit totaling $6,092,0005,590,000. At September 30, 2014,March 31, 2015, the Company had an uncollateralized line of credit with Pacific Coast Bankers Bank ("PCBB") totaling $10,000,000. These lines of credit generally have interest rates tied to either the Federal Funds rate, short-term U.S. Treasury rates, or LIBOR. All lines of credit are on an “as available” basis and can be revoked by the grantor at any time. At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and September 30, 2013March 31, 2014, the Company had no outstanding borrowings. The Company had collateralized FRB lines of credit of $254,761,000286,993,000, collateralized FHLB lines of credit totaling $7,094,0005,814,000, and an uncollateralized lines of credit with PCBB of $10,000,000 at December 31, 20132014.

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Lending money is the Company's principal business activity, and ensuring appropriate evaluation, diversification, and control of credit risks is a primary management responsibility. Losses are implicit in lending activities and the amount of such losses will vary, depending on the risk characteristics of the loan portfolio as affected by local economic conditions and the financial experience of borrowers.

As a result of the March 2010 agreement with the Federal Reserve Bank, the Company has written several plans to address the management of asset quality and the adequacy of the allowance for loan and lease losses. Specifically, the Company has three written plans which directly address these issues:

Plan to Strengthen Credit Risk Management Practices – Includes the responsibility of the Board to establish appropriate risk tolerance guidelines and limits, timely and accurate identification and quantification of credit risk, strategies to minimize credit losses and reduce the level of problem assets, procedures for the ongoing review of the investment portfolio to evaluate other-than-temporary-impairment, stress testing for commercial real estate loans and portfolio segments, and measures to reduce the levels of other real estate owned.
Plan to Improve Adversely Classified Assets – Includes specific plans and strategies to improve the Bank’s asset position through repayment, amortization, liquidation, additional collateral, or other means on each loan, relationship, or other asset in excess of $1.5 million including OREO, that are past due more than 90 days as of the date of the written agreement.
Plan for Maintenance of Adequate Allowance for Loan Losses – Includes policies and procedures to ensure adherence to the Bank’s revised ALLL methodology, provides for periodic reviews of the methodology as appropriate, and provides for review of ALLL by the Board at least quarterly.

Also as part of the agreement with the Federal Reserve Bank, Board oversight has been enhanced to monitor the operations of the Company including, but not limited to, asset improvement and adequacy of the allowance for loan and lease losses. With regard to asset improvement, the Company will not, directly or indirectly, extend, renew, or restructure any loan to any borrower, including any related interest of the borrower, whose loans were criticized by the Federal Reserve Bank in their June

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2009 examination, or any subsequent examination, without prior approval of a majority of the Board of Directors. Any extensions of credit, renewals, or restructurings on loans to such borrowers approved by the Board of Directors, will be supported with detailed written justification. Any additional loan, relationship, or asset in excess of $1.5 million that becomes past due more than 90 days, will be subject to a written plan to improve the Company’s position with regard to the asset, and that plan will be submitted to the Federal Reserve Bank. The Company will submit written reports to the Federal Reserve Bank on a quarterly basis to include updates of progress made on asset improvement, as well as review and monitoring of the adequacy of the allowance for loan and lease losses.

The allowance for credit losses is maintained at a level deemed appropriate by management to provide for known and inherent risks in existing loans and commitments to extend credit. The adequacy of the allowance for credit losses is based upon management's continuing assessment of various factors affecting the collectability of loans and commitments to extend credit; including current economic conditions, past credit experience, collateral, and concentrations of credit. There is no precise method of predicting specific losses or amounts which may ultimately be charged off on particular segments of the loan portfolio. The conclusion that a loan may become uncollectible, either in part or in whole is judgmental and subject to economic, environmental, and other conditions which cannot be predicted with certainty. When determining the adequacy of the allowance for credit losses, the Company follows, in accordance with GAAP, the guidelines set forth in the Revised Interagency Policy Statement on the Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses (“Statement”) issued by banking regulators in December 2006. The Statement is a revision of the previous guidance released in July 2001, and outlines characteristics that should be used in segmentation of the loan portfolio for purposes of the analysis including risk classification, past due status, type of loan, industry or collateral. It also outlines factors to consider when adjusting the loss factors for various segments of the loan portfolio, and updates previous guidance that describes the responsibilities of the board of directors, management, and bank examiners regarding the allowance for credit losses. Securities and Exchange Commission Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 102 was released during July 2001, and represents the SEC staff’s view relating to methodologies and supporting documentation for the Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses that should be observed by all public companies in complying with the federal securities laws and the Commission’s interpretations.  It is also generally consistent with the guidance published by the banking regulators.

The allowance for loan losses includes an asset-specific component, as well as a general or formula-based component. The Company segments the loan and lease portfolio into eleven (11) segments, primarily by loan class and type, that have homogeneity and commonality of purpose and terms for analysis under the formula-based component of the allowance. Those loans which are determined to be impaired under current accounting guidelines are not subject to the formula-based reserve analysis, and evaluated individually for specific impairment under the asset-specific component of the allowance.

The Company’s methodology for assessing the adequacy of the allowance for credit losses consists of several key elements, which include:

- the formula allowance
- specific allowances for problem graded loans identified as impaired
- and the unallocated allowance

The formula allowance is calculated by applying loss factors to outstanding loans and certain unfunded loan commitments. Loss factors are based on the Company’s historical loss experience and on the internal risk grade of those loans and, may be adjusted for significant factors including economic factors that, in management's judgment, affect the collectability of the portfolio as of the evaluation date. Factors that may affect collectability of the loan portfolio include:
Levels of, and trends in delinquencies and nonaccrual loans;
Trends in volumes and term of loans;
Effects of any changes in lending policies and procedures including those for underwriting, collection, charge-off, and recovery;
Experience, ability, and depth of lending management and staff;
National and local economic trends and conditions and;
Concentrations of credit that might affect loss experience across one or more components of the portfolio, including high-balance loan concentrations and participations.

Management determines the loss factors for problem graded loans (substandard, doubtful, and loss), special mention loans, and pass graded loans, based on a loss migration model. The migration analysis incorporates loan losses over the previous quarters as determined by management (time horizons adjusted as business cycles or environment changes) and loss factors are adjusted to recognize and quantify the loss exposure from changes in market conditions and trends in the Company’s loan portfolio. For purposes of this analysis, loans are grouped by internal risk classifications, which are “pass”, “special mention”, “substandard”, “doubtful”, and “loss". Certain loans are homogeneous in nature and are therefore pooled by risk grade. These homogeneous loans include consumer installment and home equity loans. Special mention loans are currently performing but are potentially

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weak, as the borrower has begun to exhibit deteriorating trends, which if not corrected, could jeopardize repayment of the loan and result in further downgrade. Substandard loans have well-defined weaknesses which, if not corrected, could jeopardize the full satisfaction of the debt. A loan classified as “doubtful” has critical weaknesses that make full collection of the obligation improbable. Classified loans, as defined by the Company, include impaired loans and loans categorized as substandard, doubtful, and loss which are not considered impaired. At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, “classified” loans totaled $30,837,000$35,524,000 or 6.89%7.2% of gross loans as compared to $38,365,00034,358,000 or 9.70%7.5% of gross loans at December 31, 20132014.


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Specific allowances are established based on management’s periodic evaluation of loss exposure inherent in impaired loans. For impaired loans, specific allowances are determined based on the collateralizednet realizable value of the underlying properties,collateral, the net present value of the anticipated cash flows, or the market value of the underlying assets. Formula allowances for classified loans, excluding impaired loans, are determined on the basis of additional risks involved with individual loans that may be in excess of risk factors associated with the loan portfolio as a whole. The specific allowance is different from the formula allowance in that the specific allowance is determined on a loan-by-loan basis based on risk factors directly related to a particular loan, as opposed to the formula allowance which is determined for a pool of loans with similar risk characteristics, based on past historical trends and other risk factors which may be relevant on an ongoing basis.

The unallocated portion of the allowance is based upon management’s evaluation of various conditions that are not directly measured in the determination of the formula and specific allowances. The conditions may include, but are not limited to, general economic and business conditions affecting the key lending areas of the Company, credit quality trends, collateral values, loan volumes and concentrations, and other business conditions.

The following table summarizes the specific allowance, formula allowance, and unallocated allowance at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014, as well as classified loans at those period-ends.

(in 000's)September 30, 2014 December 31, 2013March 31, 2015 December 31, 2014
Specific allowance – impaired loans$719
 $762
$2,197
 $715
Formula allowance – classified loans not impaired2,821
 3,205
2,287
 2,450
Formula allowance – special mention loans28
 31
11
 39
Total allowance for special mention and classified loans3,568
 3,998
4,495
 3,204
      
Formula allowance for pass loans6,635
 6,595
6,787
 6,739
Unallocated allowance912
 395
8
 847
Total allowance for loan losses$11,115
 $10,988
$11,290
 $10,790
      
Impaired loans14,386
 18,132
17,152
 16,037
Classified loans not considered impaired16,451
 20,233
18,372
 18,321
Total classified loans$30,837
 $38,365
$35,524
 $34,358
Special mention loans not considered impaired$1,660
 $1,825
$328
 $1,766

Impaired loans decreasedincreased $3,746,0001,115,000 between December 31, 20132014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and the specific allowance related to those impaired loans decreaseincreased $43,0001,482,000 between December 31, 20132014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015. The formula allowance related to unimpaired loans that are not impaired (including special mention and substandard) decreased by $387,000191,000 between December 31, 20132014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015. The level of “pass” loans increased approximately $41,873,00017,173,000 between December 31, 20132014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, while the. The related formula allowance increased $40,00048,000 during the same period. The formula allowance for “pass loans”is derived from the loan loss factors under migration analysis. Due to improvements in lending policies and loan review quality, less reserve is required for pass loans.


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The Company’s methodology includes features that are intended to reduce the difference between estimated and actual losses. The specific allowance portion of the analysis is designed to be self-correcting by taking into account the current loan loss experience based on that portion of the portfolio. By analyzing the estimated losses inherent in the loan portfolio on a quarterly basis, management is able to adjust specific and inherent loss estimates using the most recent information available. In performing the periodic migration analysis, management believes that historical loss factors used in the computation of the formula allowance need to be adjusted to reflect current changes in market conditions and trends in the Company’s loan portfolio. There are a number of other factors which are reviewed when determining adjustments in the historical loss factors. Those factors include 1) trends in delinquent and nonaccrual loans, 2) trends in loan volume and terms, 3) effects of changes in lending policies, 4) concentrations of credit, 5) competition, 6) national and local economic trends and conditions, 7) experience of lending staff, 8) loan review and Board of Directors oversight, 9) high balance loan concentrations, and 10) other business conditions.


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The general reserve requirements (ASC 450-70) decreased with the continued strengthening of local, state, and national economies and their impact on our local lending base, which has resulted in a lower qualitative component for the general reserve calculation. These positive factors were partially offset by the Company including OREO financial results in loss history and extending the look back period used to capture the loss history for the quantitative portion of the ALLL. In the third quarter of 2013, the look back period was changed from 4 years to stake-in-the-ground(Decemberstake-in-the-ground (December 31, 2005), in an effort to include higher losses experienced during the credit crisis. Changes in the mix of historical losses in the look back period resulted in a reallocation of the general reserve component of the allowance amount withingwithin the various loan segments as compared to December 31, 20132014., as loss experience by segment has fluctuated over time. The stake-in-the-ground methodology requires the Company to use December 31, 2005, as the starting point of the look back period to capture loss history. Time horizons are subject to Management's assessment of the current period, taking into consideration changes in business cycles and environment changes.

Management and the Company’s lending officers evaluate the loss exposure of classified and impaired loans on a weekly/monthly basis and through discussions and officer meetings as conditions change. The Company’s Loan Committee meets weekly and serves as a forum to discuss specific problem assets that pose significant concerns to the Company, and to keep the Board of Directors informed through committee minutes. All special mention and classified loans are reported quarterly on Problem Asset Reports and Impaired Loan Reports and are reviewed by senior management. Migration analysis and impaired loan analysis are performed on a quarterly basis and adjustments are made to the allowance as deemed necessary. The Board of Directors is kept abreast of any changes or trends in problem assets on a monthly basis, or more often if required. In addition, pursuant to the regulatory agreement, quarterly updates are provided to the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco and the California Department of Business Oversight with regard to problem assets levels and trends, liquidity, and capital trends, among other things. (See regulatory section for more details.)

The specific allowance for impaired loans is measured based on the present value of the expected future cash flows discounted at the loan's effective interest rate or the fair value of the collateral if the loan is collateral dependent. The amount of impaired loans is not directly comparable to the amount of nonperforming loans disclosed later in this section. The primary differences between impaired loans and nonperforming loans are: i) all loan categories are considered in determining nonperforming loans while impaired loan recognition is limited to commercial and industrial loans, commercial and residential real estate loans, construction loans, and agricultural loans, and ii) impaired loan recognition considers not only loans 90 days or more past due, restructured loans and nonaccrual loans but may also include problem loans other than delinquent loans.

The Company considers a loan to be impaired when, based upon current information and events, it believes it is probable the Company will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement.  Impaired loans include nonaccrual loans, troubled debt restructures, and performing loans in which full payment of principal or interest is not expected. Management bases the measurement of these impaired loans either on the fair value of the loan's collateral or the expected cash flows on the loans discounted at the loan's stated interest rates. Cash receipts on impaired loans not performing to contractual terms and that are on nonaccrual status are used to reduce principal balances. Impairment losses are included in the allowance for credit losses through a charge to the provision, if applicable.

At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014, the Company's recorded investment in impaired loans totaled $14,386,00017,152,000 and $18,132,00016,037,000, respectively. Included in total impaired loans at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, are $4,749,0007,307,000 of impaired loans for which the related specific allowance is $719,0002,197,000, as well as $9,637,0009,845,000 of impaired loans that, as a result of write-downs or the sufficiency of the fair value of the collateral, did not have a specific allowance. Total impaired loans at December 31, 20132014 included $5,460,0004,478,000 of impaired loans for which the related specific allowance iswas $762,000715,000 andas well as $12,672,00011,559,000 ofin impaired loans that, as a result of write-downs or the sufficiency of the fair value of the collateral, did not have a specific allowance. The average recorded investment in impaired loans was $14,714,00016,901,000 during the first nine monthsquarter of 20142015. In most cases, the Company uses the cash basis method of income recognition for impaired loans. In the case of certain troubled debt restructuring, for which the loan has been performing for a prescribed period of time under the current contractual terms, income is recognized under the accrual method. At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, included in impaired loans, are troubled debt restructures totaling $7,078,00014,803,000. Of the $7,078,000Included in these troubled debt restructures at September 30, 2014, $2,565,000are loans totaling $9,011,000, which are on nonaccrual

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status. TroubledThe remaining troubled debt restructures, on accrual status totaling $4,513,0005,792,000, are current with regards to payments, and are performing according to the modified contractual terms.

The largest category of impaired loans at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 is real estate mortgage, comprising approximately 52.85%42.30% of total impaired loans at September 30, 2014.March 31, 2015. Additionally, commercial and industrial and real estate construction loans combined represent approximately another 46.59%49.87% of total impaired loan balances at September 30, 2014.March 31, 2015. Of the $1,008,000$2,266,000 in commercial and industrial impaired loans reported at September 30, 2014, none areMarch 31, 2015, one loan, with a recorded investment of $64,199, is secured by real estate. Specific collateral related to impaired loans is reviewed for current appraisal information, economic trends within geographic markets, loan-to-value ratios, and other factors that may impact the value of the loan collateral. Adjustments are made to collateral values as

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needed for these factors. Of total impaired loans at September 30, 2014,March 31, 2015, approximately $13,371,000$12,918,000 or 92.94%75.3% are secured by real estate. The majority of impaired real estate construction and development loans are for the purpose of residential construction, residential and commercial acquisition and development, and land development. Residential construction loans are made for the purpose of building residential 1-4 single family homes. Residential and commercial acquisition and development loans are made for the purpose of purchasing land, developing that land if required, and developing real estate or commercial construction projects on those properties. Land development loans are made for the purpose of converting raw land into construction-ready building sites. The following table summarizes the components of impaired loans and their related specific reserves at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 2013.2014.
 
Impaired Loan Balance Reserve Impaired Loan Balance ReserveImpaired Loan Balance Reserve Impaired Loan Balance Reserve
(in 000’s)September 30, 2014 September 30, 2014 December 31, 2013 December 31, 2013March 31, 2015 March 31, 2015 December 31, 2014 December 31, 2014
Commercial and industrial$1,008
 $47
 $677
 $9
$2,266
 $1,024
 $1,421
 $64
Real estate – mortgage7,603
 670
 15,573
 753
7,256
 630
 7,513
 648
RE construction & development5,695
 
 1,789
 
6,287
 40
 6,371
 
Agricultural35
 
 45
 
29
 
 32
 
Installment/other45
 2
 48
 
1,314
 503
 700
 3
Commercial lease financing
 
 
 
Total Impaired Loans$14,386
 $719
 $18,132
 $762
$17,152
 $2,197
 $16,037
 $715

Included in impaired loans are loans modified in troubled debt restructurings (“TDRs”)(TDRs), where concessions have been granted to borrowers experiencing financial difficulties in an attempt to maximize collection. The Company makes various types of concessions when structuring TDRs including rate reductions, payment extensions, and forbearance. At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, approximately $5,637,0006,927,000 of the total $7,078,00014,803,000 in TDRs was forcomprised of real estate mortgages, and anothermortgages. An additional $485,0005,951,000 was related to real estate construction and development loans at September 30, 2014.loans.
 
Total troubled debt restructurings decreased 21.87%1.31% at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 compared to December 31, 20132014. Nonaccrual TDRs decreased by 22.23%3.72% andwhile accruing TDRs decreaseincreased by 21.66%2.68% over the same period. Within TDR categories, total residential mortgages and real estate construction TDRs showed a decrease of 26.17%0.69%. The majority of these credits are related to real estate construction projects that slowed significantly or stalled. The Company has pursued restructuring the qualified credits while the construction industry recovers in order to allow developers an opportunity to finish projects at a slower pace. Concessions granted in these circumstances include lengthened maturities, lower lot release prices, or rate reductions that enable the borrower to finish the construction projects and repay loans to the Company. The Company has had general success in its restructuring efforts even though not all restructured efforts will be entirely successful.


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The following table summarizes TDRs by type, classified separately as nonaccrual or accrual, which are included in impaired loans at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014.
Total TDRs Nonaccrual TDRs Accruing TDRsTotal TDRs Nonaccrual TDRs Accruing TDRs
(in thousands)
September 30, 2014 September 30, 2014 September 30, 2014
(in 000's)March 31, 2015 March 31, 2015 March 31, 2015
Commercial and industrial$876
 $86
 $790
$1,203
 $388
 $815
Real estate - mortgage: 
  
  
 
  
  
Commercial real estate1,381
 1,381
 
2,646
 2,646
 
Residential mortgages4,256
 1,098
 3,158
4,281
 902
 3,379
Home equity loans
 
 

 
 
Total real estate mortgage5,637
 2,479
 3,158
6,927
 3,548
 3,379
RE construction & development485
 
 485
5,951
 5,075
 876
Agricultural35
 
 35
28
 
 28
Installment/other45
 
 45
694
 
 694
Commercial lease financing
 
 

 
 
Total Troubled Debt Restructurings$7,078
 $2,565
 $4,513
$14,803
 $9,011
 $5,792
 
Total TDRs Nonaccrual TDRs Accruing TDRsTotal TDRs Nonaccrual TDRs Accruing TDRs
(in thousands)
December 31, 2013 December 31, 2013 December 31, 2013
(in 000's)December 31, 2014 December 31, 2014 December 31, 2014
Commercial and industrial$675
 $
 $675
$1,306
 $421
 $885
Real estate - mortgage: 
  
  
 
  
  
Commercial real estate1,468
 1,468
 
2,713
 2,713
 
Residential mortgages5,273
 1,583
 3,690
4,225
 1,084
 3,141
Home equity loans
 
 

 
 
Total real estate mortgage6,741
 3,051
 3,690
6,938
 3,797
 3,141
RE construction & development1,551
 247
 1,304
6,029
 5,141
 888
Agricultural44
 
 44
32
 
 32
Installment/other48
 
 48
695
 
 695
Commercial lease financing
 
 

 
 
Total Troubled Debt Restructurings$9,059
 $3,298
 $5,761
$15,000
 $9,359
 $5,641

Of the $7,078,00014,803,000 in total TDRs at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, $2,565,0009,011,000 were on nonaccrual status at period-end. Of the $9,059,00015,000,000 in total TDRs at December 31, 20132014, $3,298,0009,359,000 were on nonaccrual status at period-end. As of September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, the Company has no commercial real estate (CRE) workouts whereby an existing loan was restructured into multiple new loans (i.e., A Note/B Note structure).
 
For a restructured loan to return to accrual status there needs to be at least 6 months successful payment history. In addition, the Company’s Credit Administration performs a financial analysis of the credit to determine whether the borrower has the ability to continue to perform successfully over the remaining life of the loan. This includes, but is not limited to, a review of financial statements and a cash flow analysis of the borrower. Only after determining that the borrower has the ability to perform under the terms of the loans will the restructured credit be considered for accrual status.
 

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The following table summarizes special mention loans by type at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014.
(in thousands)September 30, 2014 December 31, 2013March 31, 2015 December 31, 2014
Commercial and industrial$342
 $590
$
 $342
Real estate - mortgage: 
  
 
  
Commercial real estate1,100
 

 1,095
Residential mortgages218
 1,204
215
 216
Home equity loans
 32

 
Total real estate mortgage1,318
 1,236
215
 1,311
RE construction & development
 

 
Agricultural
 
113
 113
Installment/other
 

 
Commercial lease financing
 

 
Total Special Mention Loans$1,660
 $1,826
$328
 $1,766
 
The Company focuses on competition and other economic conditions within its market area and other geographical areas in which it does business, which may ultimately affect the risk assessment of the portfolio. The Company continues to experience increased competition from major banks, local independents and non-bank institutions which creates pressure on loan pricing. Low interest rates and a weak economy continue to dominate, even though real estate prices show signs of stabilization. The Company continues to place increased emphasis on reducing both the level of nonperforming assets and the level of losses on the disposition of these assets. It is in the best interest of both the Company and the borrowers to seek alternative options to foreclosure in an effort to reduce the impacts on the  real estate market. As part of this strategy, the Company has increased its level of troubled debt restructurings, when it makes economic sense. While business and consumer spending show improvement in recent quarters, current GDP remains anemic. It is difficult to forecast what impact the Federal Reserve actions to hold rates low will have on the economy. The local market has remained more relatively stable economically during the past several years than some areas of the state and the nation, where more volatile economic impacts were experienced, including more severe deterioration of residential real estate markets. Although the local area residential housing markets have been hard hit, they continue to perform better than some parts of the state which bodes well for sustained, but slower growth in the Company’s market areas of Fresno and Madera, Kern, and Santa Clara Counties. Local unemployment rates in the San Joaquin Valley remain high compared with other regions but are historically high as a result of the area's agricultural dynamics.  The Company believes that the Central San Joaquin Valley will continue to grow and diversify as property and housing costs remain low relative to other areas of the state. Management recognizes increased risk of loss due to the Company's exposure to local and worldwide economic conditions, as well as potentially volatile real estate markets, and takes these factors into consideration when analyzing the adequacy of the allowance for credit losses.

The following table provides a summary of the Company's allowance for possible credit losses, provisions made to that allowance, and charge-off and recovery activity affecting the allowance for the nine month periods indicated.three months ended March 31, 2015 and March 31, 2014.


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Table 7. Allowance for Credit Losses - Summary of Activity
 
(In thousands)September 30, 2014 September 30, 2013
(in 000's)March 31, 2015 March 31, 2014
Total loans outstanding at end of period before deducting allowances for credit losses$447,011
 $383,992
$492,560
 $411,423
Average loans outstanding during period414,769
 394,081
466,781
 395,277
      
Balance of allowance at beginning of period10,988
 11,784
10,771
 10,988
Loans charged off: 
  
 
  
Real estate(191) (265)
 (134)
Commercial and industrial(183) (678)(215) (3)
Installment and other(10) (258)(3) (5)
Total loans charged off(384) (1,201)(218) (142)
Recoveries of loans previously charged off: 
  
 
  
Real estate332
 744
37
 98
Commercial and industrial187
 292
237
 119
Installment and other93
 53
4
 68
Total loan recoveries612
 1,089
278
 285
Net loans recovered (charged off)228
 (112)
Net loans recovered60
 143
      
Provision charged to operating expense(101) (1,120)459
 (47)
Balance of allowance for credit losses at end of period$11,115
 $10,552
$11,290
 $11,084
      
Net loan (recoveries) charge-offs to total average loans (annualized)(0.07)% 0.04 %(0.05)% (0.15)%
Net loan (recoveries) charge-offs to loans at end of period (annualized)(0.07)% 0.04 %(0.05)% (0.14)%
Allowance for credit losses to total loans at end of period2.48 % 2.75 %2.29 % 2.69 %
Net loan (recoveries) charge-offs to allowance for credit losses (annualized)(2.74)% 1.42 %(2.13)% (5.16)%
Provision for credit losses to net (recoveries) charge-offs (annualized)(59.06)% (1,333.33)%3,060.00 % 131.47 %

NetTotal loan charge-offs decreased $340,000increased $76,000 during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 when compared to the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. Net loanLoan recoveries of $228,000 experiencedtotaled $278,000 during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 included full or partial charge-offs of $285,000, decreasing by $7,000 from the same period in impaired loans.2014.

At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and September 30, 2013March 31, 2014, $293,000$282,000 and $144,000,$233,000, respectively, of the formula allowance is allocated to unfunded loan commitments and is, therefore, reported separately in other liabilities. Management believes that the 2.48%2.29% credit loss allowance at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 is adequate to absorb known and inherent risks in the loan portfolio. No assurance can be given, however, regarding economic conditions or other circumstances which may adversely affect the Company's service areas and result in losses to the loan portfolio.

It is the Company's policy to discontinue the accrual of interest income on loans when reasonable doubt exists with respect to the timely collectability of interest or principal due or the ability of the borrower to otherwise comply with the terms of the loan agreement. Such loans are placed on nonaccrual status whenever the payment of principal or interest is 90 days past due, or earlier when the conditions warrant. Interest collected is thereafter credited to principal. Management may grant exceptions to this policy if the loans are well secured and in the process of collection.


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Table 8. Nonperforming Assets
 
(In thousands)September 30, 2014 December 31, 2013
(in 000's)March 31, 2015 December 31, 2014
Nonaccrual Loans(1)$9,755
 $12,341
$10,907
 $9,935
Restructured Loans (1)4,513
 5,761
5,792
 5,641
Total nonperforming loans14,268
 18,102
16,699
 15,576
Other real estate owned14,343
 13,946
14,010
 14,010
Total nonperforming assets$28,611
 $32,048
$30,709
 $29,586
      
Nonperforming loans to total gross loans3.19% 4.58%3.39% 3.40%
Nonperforming assets to total assets4.14% 5.04%4.53% 4.46%
Allowance for loan losses to nonperforming loans77.90% 60.70%67.61% 69.15%
 
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Included in nonaccrual loans at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and December 31, 20132014 are restructured loans totaling $2,565,0009,011,000 and $3,298,0009,359,000, respectively.

Non-performing loans decreaseincreased $3,834,0001,123,000 between December 31, 20132014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015. Nonaccrual loans decreaseincreased $2,586,000972,000 between December 31, 20132014 and September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, with real estate mortgage and real estate construction loans each comprising approximately 98.83%81.97% of total nonaccrual loans at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015. The following table summarizes the nonaccrual totals by loan category for the periods shown. The ratio of the allowance for loan losses to nonperforming loans increaseddecreased from 60.70%69.15% at December 31, 20132014 to 77.90%67.61% at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015.
Balance Balance Change from
Nonaccrual Loans (in 000's):September 30, 2014 December 31, 2013 December 31, 2013
(in 000's)
Balance Balance Change from
Nonaccrual Loans:March 31, 2015 December 31, 2014 December 31, 2014
Commercial and industrial$114
 $
 $114
$1,350
 $433
 $917
Real estate - mortgage4,434
 11,873
 (7,439)3,866
 4,361
 (495)
RE construction & development5,207
 468
 4,739
5,075
 5,141
 (66)
Agricultural
 
 0

 
 0
Installment/other
 
 
616
 
 616
Total Nonaccrual Loans$9,755
 $12,341
 $(2,586)$10,907
 $9,935
 $972

Loans past due more than 30 days receive increased management attention and are monitored for increased risk. The Company continues to move past due loans to nonaccrual status in an ongoing effort to recognize and address loan problems as early and most effectively as possible. As impaired loans, nonaccrual and restructured loans are reviewed for specific reserve allocations, the allowance for credit losses is adjusted accordingly.

Except for the nonaccrual loans included in the above table, or those included in the impaired loan totals, there were no loans at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 where the known credit problems of a borrower caused the Company to have serious doubts as to the ability of such borrower to comply with the present loan repayment terms and which would result in such loan being included as a nonaccrual, past due, or restructured loan at some future date.

Asset/Liability Management – Liquidity and Cash Flow

The primary function of asset/liability management is to provide adequate liquidity and maintain an appropriate balance between interest-sensitive assets and interest-sensitive liabilities.


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Liquidity

Liquidity management may be described as the ability to maintain sufficient cash flows to fulfill financial obligations, including loan funding commitments and customer deposit withdrawals, without straining the Company’s equity structure. To maintain an adequate liquidity position, the Company relies on, in addition to cash and cash equivalents, cash inflows from deposits and short-term borrowings, repayments of principal on loans and investments, and interest income received. The Company's principal cash outflows are for loan origination, purchases of investment securities, depositor withdrawals and payment of operating expenses.

The Company continues to emphasize liability management as part of its overall asset/liability strategy. Through the discretionary acquisition of short term borrowings, the Company has, when needed, been able to provide liquidity to fund asset growth while, at the same time, better utilizing its capital resources, and better controlling interest rate risk.  This does not preclude the Company from selling assets such as investment securities to fund liquidity needs but, with favorable borrowing rates, the Company has maintained a positive yield spread between borrowed liabilities and the assets which those liabilities fund. If, at some time, rate spreads become unfavorable, the Company has the ability to utilize an asset management approach and, either control asset growth or fund further growth with maturities or sales of investment securities. At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, the Company had no borrowings, as its deposit base currently provides funding sufficient to support its asset values.

The Company's liquid asset base which generally consists of cash and due from banks, federal funds sold, securities purchased under agreements to resell (“reverse repos”) and investment securities, is maintained at a level deemed sufficient to provide the cash outlay necessary to fund loan growth as well as any customer deposit runoff that may occur. Additional liquidity requirements may be funded with overnight or term borrowing arrangements with various correspondent banks, FHLB and the Federal Reserve Bank. Within this framework is the objective of maximizing the yield on earning assets. This is generally achieved by maintaining a high percentage of earning assets in loans, which historically have represented the Company's highest yielding asset. At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, the Bank had 64.75%72.60% of total assets in the loan portfolio and a loan to deposit ratio of 75.64%85.18%, as compared to 62.12%69.00% of total assets in the loan portfolio and a loan to deposit ratio of 72.81%80.94% at December 31, 20132014. Liquid assets at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, include cash and cash equivalents totaling $134,885,00085,478,000 as compared to $135,212,000103,577,000 at December 31, 20132014. Other sources of liquidity include collateralized lines of credit from the Federal Home Loan Bank, and from the Federal Reserve Bank totaling $305,898,000329,518,000 and an uncollateralized line of credit from Pacific Coast Banker's Bank (PCBB) of $10,000,000 at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015.

The liquidity of the parent company, United Security Bancshares, is primarily dependent on the payment of cash dividends by its subsidiary, United Security Bank, subject to limitations imposed by the Financial Code of the State of California. The Bank currently has limited ability to pay dividends or make capital distributions (see Dividends section included in Regulatory Matters of this Management’s Discussion). The limited ability of the Bank to pay dividends may impact the ability of the Company to fund its ongoing liquidity requirements including ongoing operating expenses, as well as quarterly interest payments on the Company’s junior subordinated debt (Trust Preferred Securities.) Since the quarter ended March 31, 2009, the Bank has been precluded from paying a cash dividend to the Company. To conserve cash and capital resources, the Company elected at March 31, 2009 to defer the payment of interest on its junior subordinated debt beginning with the quarterly payment due October 1, 2009. During the second quarter of 2014, the Bank received approval from the Federal Reserve Bank to upstream a dividend to the parent company for the purpose of payment of deferred interest on the Company's junior subordinated debt.  During the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, the Company received $1,405,000$110,000 in cash dividends from the Bank.

Cash Flow

The period-end balances of cash and cash equivalents for the periods shown are as follows (from Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows – in 000’s):

 Balance
December 31, 2012$141,627
September 30, 2013$181,842
December 31, 2013$135,212
September 30, 2014$134,885
 Balance
December 31, 2013$135,212
March 31, 2014$136,607
December 31, 2014$103,577
March 31, 2015$85,478

Cash and cash equivalents decreased $327,00018,099,000 during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as compared to an increase of $40,215,0001,395,000 during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014.

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The Company had a net cash inflow from operations of $6,106,0002,064,000 for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015 and a cash inflow from operations totaling $9,167,0002,101,000 for the period ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014. The Company experienced net cash outflows from investing activities totaling $54,987,00033,058,000 from an increase in loans and purchasesthe loan portfolio due to the purchase of investment securitiesa residential mortgage loan pool during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015. For the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014, the Company experienced net cash inflowsoutflows from investing activities of $22,847,00026,499,000 due to settlementan increase in loan volume and purchases of OREO properties and decreases in loans.investment securities.

During the ninethree months ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, the Company experienced net cash inflows from financing activities totaling $48,554,00012,895,000, primarily as the result of increases in demand deposits accounts. For the ninethree months ended September 30, 2013March 31, 2014, the Company experienced net cash inflows of $8,201,00025,793,000 from financing activities due to increases in demand deposit and savings accounts.

The Company has the ability to increase or decrease loan growth, increase or decrease deposits and borrowings, or a combination of both to manage balance sheet liquidity.

Regulatory Matters

Regulatory Agreement with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

EffectiveOn March 23, 2010, United Security Bancshares (the "Company") and its wholly owned subsidiary, United Security Bank (the "Bank"), entered into a formal written agreement (the “Agreement”) with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. Francisco (the “Federal Reserve”) as a result of a regulatory examination that was conducted by the Federal Reserve and the California Department of Financial Institutions (the “DFI”) in June 2009. That examination found significant increases in nonperforming assets, both classified loans and OREO, during 2008 and 2009, and heightened concerns about the Bank’s use of brokered and other wholesale funding sources to fund loan growth, which created increased risk to equity capital and potential volatility in earnings.
Under the terms of the Agreement, the Company and the Bank agreed, to strengthen board oversight of management and the Bank's operations; submit an enhanced written plan to strengthen credit risk management practices and improve the Bank’s position on the past due loans, classified loans, andamong other real estate owned;things: to maintain a sound process for determining, documenting, and recording an adequate allowance for loan and lease losses; to improve the management of the Bank's liquidity position and funds management policies; to maintain sufficient capital at the Company and Bank level; and to improve the Bank’s earnings and overall condition. The Company and Bank have also agreed not to increase or guarantee any debt, purchase or redeem any shares of stock, declare or pay any cash dividends, or pay interest on the Company's junior subordinated debt or trust preferred securities, without prior written approval from the Federal Reserve Bank.Reserve. The Company generates no revenue of its own and, as such, relies on dividends from the Bank to pay its operating expenses and interest payments on the Company’s junior subordinated debt.

Effective November 19, 2014, the Federal Reserve terminated the Agreement with the Bank and the Company and replaced it with an informal supervisory agreement that requires, among other things, obtaining written approval from the Federal Reserve prior to the payment of dividends from the Bank to the Company or the payment of dividends by the Company or interest on the Company’s junior subordinated debt. The inability of the Bank to pay cash dividends to the Company may hinder the Company’s ability to meet its ongoing operating obligations.

This Agreement entered into with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco was a result of a regulatory examination that was conducted by the Federal Reserve and the California Department of Financial Institutions in June 2009 (“Report of Examination”). The Agreement was the result of significant increases in nonperforming assets, both classified loans and OREO, during 2008 and 2009 increasing the overall risk profile of the Bank. The increased risk profile of the Bank included heightened concerns about the Bank’s use of brokered and other whole funding sources which had been used to fund loan growth and reduce the Company’s overall cost of interest bearing liabilities. With loan growth funded to some degree by wholesale funding sources, liquidity risk increased, and higher levels of nonperforming assets increased risk to equity capital and potential volatility in earnings.

The Agreement’s major components and requirements for the Bank are as follows:

Strengthen board oversight of the Bank’s management and operations by the Bank submitting a written plan to the Federal Reserve Bank to address and include (i) the actions that the board will take to improve the Bank’s conditions and maintain effective control over, and supervision of, the Bank’s major operations and activities, (ii) the responsibility of the board to monitor management’s adherence to approved policies and procedures, and applicable laws and regulations; and (iii) a description of the information and reports that are regularly reviewed by the board in its oversight of the operations and management of the Bank;

Strengthen credit risk management practices of the Bank by the Bank submitting a written plan to the Federal Reserve Bank to address and include (i) the responsibility of the Board of Directors to establish appropriate risk tolerance guidelines and risk limits; (ii) timely and accurate identification and quantification of credit risk within the loan portfolio; (iii) strategies to minimize credit losses and reduce the level of problem assets; (iv) procedures for the on-going review of the investment portfolio to evaluate other-than temporary-impairment (“OTTI”) and accurate accounting for OTTI; (v) stress testing of commercial real estate loan and portfolio segments; and (vi) measures to reduce the amount of other real estate owned;


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Strengthen asset quality at the Bank by (i) not extending, renewing, or restructuring any credit to or for the benefit of any borrower, including any related interest of the borrower, whose loans or other extensions of credit were criticized in the Report of Examination or in any subsequent report of examination, without appropriate underwriting analysis, documentation, board or committee approval and certification that the board or committee reasonably believes that the extension of credit will not impair the Bank’s interest in obtaining repayment of the already outstanding credit and that the extension of credit or renewal will be repaid according to its terms, (ii) submitting to the Federal Reserve Bank an acceptable written plan designed to improve the Bank’s position through repayment, amortization, liquidation, additional collateral, or other means on each loan or other asset in excess of $1.5 million including other real estate owned that is past due as to principal or interest more than 90 days, on the Bank’s problem loan list, or was adversely classified in the Report of Examination or subsequent report of examination;

Improve management of the Bank’s allowance for loan losses by (i) eliminating from its books, by charge-off or collection, all assets or portions of assets classified “loss” in the Report of Examination that have not been previously collected in full or charged off within 10 days of the Agreement, and, within 30 days from the receipt of any federal or state report of examination, charge off all assets classified “loss” unless otherwise approved in writing by the Federal Reserve Bank, (ii)  maintain a sound process for determining, documenting, and recording an adequate allowance for loan and lease losses (“ALLL”) in accordance with regulatory reporting instructions and relevant supervisory guidance, and (iii) within 60 days of the date of the Agreement,  submitting to the Federal Reserve Bank an acceptable written program for the maintenance of an adequate ALLL, including provision for a review of the ALLL by the board on at least a quarterly calendar basis and remedying any deficiency found in the ALLL in the quarter it is discovered, and the board maintaining written documentation of its review of the ALLL;

Maintain sufficient capital at the Company and Bank by submitting to the Federal Reserve Bank an acceptable written plan to maintain sufficient capital at the Company, on a consolidated basis, and the Company and the Bank shall jointly submit to the Reserve Bank an acceptable written plan to maintain sufficient capital at the Bank, as a separate legal entity on a stand-alone basis that (i) complies with the applicable bank and bank holding company capital maintenance regulations and regulatory guidelines and that also considers the adequacy of the Bank’s capital, (ii) takes into account the volume of classified credits, concentrations of credit, ALLL, current and projected asset growth, and projected retained earnings, the source and timing of additional funds to fulfill the Company’s and the Bank’s future capital requirements, and a provision to notify the Federal Reserve Bank when either entity falls below the capital ratios in the accepted plan;.

Submit a revised business plan and budget to the Federal Reserve Bank for 2010 and subsequent calendar years that the Bank is subject to the Agreement to improve the Bank’s earnings and overall condition, which plan at a minimum provides a realistic and comprehensive budget for the remainder of calendar year 2010, and description of the operating assumptions that form the basis for, and adequately support, major projected income, expense, and balance sheet components;

Not make certain distributions, dividends, and payments, specifically that (i) the Company and Bank agreeing not to declare or pay any dividends without the prior written approval of the Federal Reserve Bank and the Director of the Division of Banking Supervision and Regulation of the Board of Governors (“Director”), (ii) the Company not taking any other form of payment representing a reduction in capital from the Bank without the prior written approval of the Federal Reserve Bank, and (iii) the Company and its nonbank subsidiaries not making any distributions of interest, principal, or other sums on subordinated debentures or trust preferred securities without the prior written approval of the Federal Reserve Bank and the Director;

Not incur debt or redeem stock, without the prior written approval of the Federal Reserve Bank. The Company agrees not to incur, increase, or guarantee any debt or purchase or redeem any shares of its stock;

Correct violations of the laws by (i) the Bank immediately taking all necessary steps to correct all violations of law and regulation cited in the Report of Examination, (ii) the board of the Bank taking the necessary steps to ensure the Bank’s future compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, (iii) complying with the notice provisions of Section 32 of the FDI Act (12 U.S.C. § 1831i) and Subpart H of Regulation Y of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (12 C.F.R. §§ 225.71 et seq) prior to appointing any new director or senior executive officer, or changing the responsibilities of any senior executive officer so that the officer would assume a different senior executive officer position, and (iv) complying with the restrictions on indemnification and severance payments of Section 18(k) of the FDI Act (12 U.S.C. § 1828(k)) and Part 359 of the FDIC’s regulations (12 C.F.R. Part 359);


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Comply with the Agreement by (i) appointing a compliance committee of the Bank (“Compliance Committee”) within 10 days of the date of the Agreement to monitor and coordinate the Bank’s compliance with the provisions of the Agreement, which Compliance Committee is composed of a majority of outside directors who are not executive officers or principal shareholders of the Bank and which is to meet at least monthly and report its findings to the board of directors of the Bank, and (ii) the Company and Bank within 30 days after the end of each calendar quarter following the date of the Agreement submitting to the Federal Reserve Bank written progress reports detailing the form and manner of all actions taken to secure compliance with the Agreement and the results of such actions.

For a copy of the Agreement with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, see the Company’s Form 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 25, 2010.

Since the effective date of the Agreement, the Bank submitted quarterly progress reports to the Federal Reserve. As of the October 29, 2014 progress report submitted for the third quarter of 2014, the Company and the Bank believe they are in compliance with the Agreement, including deadlines and remediation of violations of laws and regulations regarding stale loan appraisals.

Regulatory Order from the California Department of Business Oversight

DuringOn May of20, 2010, the CaliforniaDFI (now known as the Department of Business Oversight (formerly known as the California Department of Financial Institutions)(the “DBO”)) issued a formal written order (the “Order”) pursuant to section 1913 of the California Financial Code toa consent agreement with the Bank as a result of athe same June 2009 joint regulatory examination that was conducted byexamination. The terms of the Federal Reserve and the California Department of Business Oversight in June 2009. The Order issued by the California Department of Business Oversight waswere essentially similar to the agreement with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco,Reserve’s Agreement, except for certaina few additional requirements.   

On September 24, 2013, the Bank entered into aan informal Memorandum of Understanding (the “MOU”) with the California Department of Business Oversight (formerly known as the California Department of Financial Institutions). EffectiveDBO and on October 15, 2013, the California Department of Business Oversight terminated the Order issued in May 2010.was terminated. The additional requirements inOrder and the MOU forrequire the Bank are as follows:
Develop and adopt a capital plan to maintain a ratio of tangible shareholders’shareholder’s equity to total tangible assets equal to or greater than 9%9.0% and include in such capital planalso requires the DBO’s approval for the Bank to pay a capital contingency plan for raising additional capital individend to the event of various contingencies;Company.

Maintain a ratioAccordingly, reflecting the Company’s and the Bank’s improved financial condition and performance, as of tangible shareholders’ equity to total tangible assets equal to or greater than 9%

Maintain an adequate allowance for loan lossesNovember 19, 2014, the Bank and remedy any deficiency in the allowance for loan losses in the calendar quarter in which it is discovered; and

Not establish any new branches or other offices without the prior written consentCompany have been relieved of all formal regulatory agreements. Some of the Commissioner ofgovernance and procedures established by the California Department of Business Oversight

Provide progress reports within 30 days after the end of each calendar quarter following the effective date of the MOU to the California Department of Business Oversight detailing the form and manner of all actions taken to secure compliance with the MOU and Agreement and the resultsOrder remain in place, including submission of such actions.

Within 180 dayscertain plans and reports to the Federal Reserve and DBO, the Bank’s obligation to maintain a 9.0% tangible shareholder’s equity ratio, and the requirement to seek approvals from the effective dateFederal Reserve and the DBO for either the Bank or the Company to pay dividends and for the Company to pay interest on its outstanding junior subordinated debt. While no assurances can be given as to future

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regulatory approvals, over the MOU, reducelast three quarters the assets classified "Substandard"DBO and the Federal Reserve have been approving the Bank's payment of dividends to not more than 45%the Company to cover the Company's operating expenses and its interest payments and the Company's payment of total capital.

Within 270 days fromquarterly interest on the effective date of the MOU, reduce the assets classified "Substandard" to not more than 40% of total capital.junior subordinated debt.

The Bank is currently in full compliance with the requirements of the MOU including its deadlines.

Capital Adequacy

The Company (on a consolidated basis) and the Bank are subject to various regulatory capital requirements adopted by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (“Board(the “Board of Governors”) has adopted regulations requiring.  Failure to meet minimum capital requirements can initiate certain mandates and possible additional discretionary actions by regulators that, if undertaken, could have a direct material effect on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.  Under capital adequacy guidelines and the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action, the consolidated Company 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. The capital amounts and classification are also subject to qualitative judgments by the regulators about components, risk weightings, and other factors. Prompt corrective action provisions are not applicable to bank holding companies.

Quantitative measures established by the capital adequacy guidelines require insured institutions to maintain a minimum leverage ratio of Tier 1 capital (the sum of common stockholders' equity, noncumulative perpetual preferred stock and minority interests in consolidated subsidiaries, minus intangible assets, identified losses and investments in certain subsidiaries, plus unrealized losses or minus unrealized gains on available for sale securities) to total

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assets. Institutions which have received the highest composite regulatory rating and which are not experiencing or anticipating significant growth are required to maintain a minimum leverage capital ratio of 3% of Tier 1 capital to total assets. All other institutions are required to maintain a minimum leverage capital ratio of at least 100 to 200 basis points above the 3% minimum requirement.

The Board of Governors has also adopted a statement of policy, supplementing its leverage capital ratio requirements, which provides definitions of qualifying total capital (consisting of Tier 1 capital and Tier 2 supplementary capital, including the allowance for loan losses up to a maximum of 1.25% of risk-weighted assets) and sets forth minimum risk-based capital ratios of capital to risk-weighted assets. Insured institutions are required to maintain a ratio of qualifying total capital to risk weighted assets of 8%, at least one-half (4%) of which must be in the form of Tier 1 capital.

PursuantIn addition to the March 2010 Agreement with the Federal Reserve Bank, the Company and the Bank are required to maintain sufficientgeneral capital to support current and future capital needs, including compliance with Capital Adequacy Guidelines taking into account the volume of classified assets, concentrations of credit, the level of the allowance for loan losses, current and projected growth, and projected retained earnings.  Pursuantadequacy guidelines, pursuant to the DBO’s MOU issued by the California Department of Business Oversight in October 2013, the Bank is required to maintain a ratio of tangible shareholders’shareholder’s equity to total tangible assets equal to or greater than 9.0%. For purposes of the MOU, “tangible shareholders’ equity” is defined as shareholders’ equity minus intangible assets. The Bank’s ratio of tangible shareholders’ equity to total tangible assets was 12.60%13.3% and 12.8% at September 30,March 31, 2015 and 2014,. respectively.

As part of the March 2010 Agreement, the The Company has written, and submitted to the Federal Reserve Bank,adopted a capital plan that includes guidelines and trigger points to ensure sufficient capital is maintained at the Bank and the Company, and that capital ratios are maintained at a level deemed appropriate under regulatory guidelines given the level of classified assets, concentrations of credit, ALLL, current and projected growth, and projected retained earnings. The capital plan also contains contingency strategies to obtain additional capital as required to fulfill future capital requirements for both the Bank, as a separate legal entity, and the Company on a consolidated basis. The capital plan also addresses the requirement of both the Bank and the Company to comply with the Federal Banks’ Capital Adequacy Guidelines, and contingency plans to ensure the maintenance of adequate capital levels under those guidelines.

The following table sets forth the Company’s and the Bank's actual capital positions at September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, as well as the minimum capital requirements and requirements to be well capitalized under prompt corrective action provisions (Bank required only) under the regulatory guidelines discussed above:

Table 9. Capital Ratios
 

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Company
 
 
Bank
   To Be Well Capitalized under Prompt Corrective
 
Actual
Capital Ratios
 
Actual
Capital Ratios
 
Minimum
Capital Ratios
 
Action
Provisions
Total risk-based capital ratio16.50% 16.07% 10.00% 10.00%
Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets15.22% 14.80% 5.00% 6.00%
Leverage ratio11.94% 11.68% 4.00% 5.00%
 Ratio at March 31, 2015 Ratio at December 31, 2014 Minimum for Capital Adequacy Minimum requirement for "Well Capitalized" Institution
Total capital to risk weighted assets       
Company16.39% 17.29% 8.00% N/A
Bank16.50% 16.91% 8.00% 10.00%
Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets       
Company15.13% 16.03% 6.00% N/A
Bank15.24% 15.65% 6.00% 8.00%
Common equity tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets       
Company13.52% N/A 4.50% N/A
Bank15.24% N/A 4.50% 6.50%
Tier 1 capital to adjusted average assets (leverage)       
Company13.15% 12.49% 4.00% N/A
Bank13.24% 12.25% 4.00% 5.00%

As is indicatedThe Federal Reserve and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation approved final capital rules in July 2013, that substantially amend the existing capital rules for banks. These new rules reflect, in part, certain standards initially adopted by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision in December 2010 (which standards are commonly referred to as “Basel III”) as well as requirements contemplated by the Dodd-Frank Act.
The final rules set a new common equity tier 1 requirement and higher minimum tier 1 requirements for all banking organizations. They also place limits on capital distributions and certain discretionary bonus payments if a banking organization does not maintain a buffer of common equity tier 1 capital above table,minimum capital requirements. The rules revise the prompt corrective action framework to incorporate the new regulatory capital minimums. They also enhance risk sensitivity and address weaknesses identified over recent years with the above discussionmeasure of the required ratiorisk-weighted assets.
As of tangible shareholders’ equity to total tangible assets under the MOU,March 31, 2015, the Company and the Bank exceededmeets all applicable regulatory capital guidelines at September 30, 2014.adequacy requirements to which they are subject. Management believes that, under the current regulations, both will continue to meet their minimum capital requirements in the foreseeable future.

Dividends

Dividends paid to shareholders by the Company are subject to restrictions set forth in the California General Corporation Law. The California General Corporation Law provides that a corporation may make a distribution to its shareholders if retained earnings immediately prior to the dividend payout are at least equal to the amount of the proposed distribution.  The primary source of funds with which dividends will be paid to shareholders will come from cash dividends received by the Company from the Bank.

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As noted earlier, the Company and the Bank have entered into an informal agreement with the Federal Reserve Bank and Department of Business Oversight that, among other things, requires prior approval before paying a cash dividend or otherwise making a distribution of stock, increasing debt, repurchasing the Company’s common stock, or any other action which would reduce capital of either the Bank or the Company.  In addition, under the agreement with the Federal Reserve Bank, the Company is now prohibited from making interest payments on the junior subordinated debentures without prior approval of the Federal Reserve Bank. During the year ended nine months endedSeptember 30, 2014March 31, 2015, the Company received $1,405,000 inBank’s cash dividends fromof $110,000 paid to the Bank to payCompany were approved by the Federal Reserve and the DBO and funded the Company’s operating costs and payments of interest on theits junior subordinated debentures and pay Company operating expenses.debentures.

The Bank, as a state-chartered bank, is subject to dividend restrictions set forth in California state banking law and administered by the Commissioner of the California Department of Business Oversight (“Commissioner”). Under such restrictions, the Bank may not pay cash dividends in an amount which exceeds the lesser of the retained earnings of the Bank or the Bank’s net income for the last three fiscal years (less the amount of distributions to shareholders during that period of time). If the above test is not met, cash dividends may only be paid with the prior approval of the Commissioner, in an amount not exceeding the Bank’s net income for its last fiscal year or the amount of its net income for the current fiscal year. Such restrictions do not apply to stock dividends, which generally require neither the satisfaction of any tests nor the approval of the

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Commissioner. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if the Commissioner finds that the shareholders’ equity is not adequate or that the declarations of a dividend would be unsafe or unsound, the Commissioner may order the state bank not to pay any dividend. The FRB may also limit dividends paid by the Bank. As noted above, the terms of the regulatoryinformal agreement with the Federal Reserve prohibit both the Company and the Bank from paying dividends without prior approval of the Federal Reserve.

Reserve Balances

The Bank is required to maintain average reserve balances with the Federal Reserve Bank. During 2005, the Company implemented a deposit reclassification program, which allows the Company to reclassify a portion of transaction accounts to non-transaction accounts for reserve purposes. The deposit reclassification program was provided by a third-party vendor, and has been approved by the Federal Reserve Bank.  At September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, the bank was not subject to a reserve requirement.


Item 4. Controls and Procedures

Conclusion Regarding the Effectiveness of Disclosure Controls and Procedures

The Company maintains disclosure controls and procedures that are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in Exchange Act reports is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer as appropriate, to allow for timely decisions regarding required disclosure. In designing and evaluating our disclosure controls and procedures, our management recognizes that any controls and procedures, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable assurance of achieving the desired control objectives, and our management is required to apply its judgment in evaluating the cost-benefit relationship of possible controls and procedures.
 
As of September 30, 2014March 31, 2015, the end of the period covered by this report, an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures was carried out. Based on the foregoing, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective at the reasonable assurance level.

Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting

There have not been any changes in the Company's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the quarter ended September 30, 2014,March 31, 2015, that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.
 
The Company does not expect that its disclosure controls and procedures and internal control over financial reporting will prevent all error and fraud.  A control procedure, no matter how well conceived and operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that the objectives of the control procedure are met.  Because of the inherent limitations in all control procedures, no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud, if any, within the Company have been detected.  These inherent limitations include the realities that judgments in decision-making can be faulty, and that breakdowns in controls or procedures can occur because of simple error or mistake.  Additionally, controls can be circumvented by the individual acts of some persons, by collusion of two or more people, or by management override of the control.  The design

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of any control procedure is based in part upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events, and there can be no assurance that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential future conditions; over time, controls become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.  Because of the inherent limitations in a cost-effective control procedure, misstatements due to error or fraud may occur and not be detected.


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PART II. Other Information

Item 1. Not applicable
 
Item 1A. There have been no material changes to the risk factors disclosed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013.2014.
 
Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
 
None during the quarter ended September 30, 2014March 31, 2015.
 
Item 3. Not applicable
 
Item 4. Not applicable
 
Item 5. Not applicable
 
Item 6. Exhibits:

(a)Exhibits:
11Computation of Earnings per Share*
31.1Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of United Security Bancshares pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
31.2Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of United Security Bancshares pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
32.1Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of United Security Bancshares pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
32.2Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of United Security Bancshares pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
 
* Data required by Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 128,Codification (ASC) 260, Earnings per Share, is provided in Note 8 to the consolidated financial statements in this report.

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Signatures

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

  United Security Bancshares
   
Date:November 5, 2014May 8, 2015/S/ Dennis R. Woods
  Dennis R. Woods
  President and
  Chief Executive Officer
   
  /S/ Kenneth L. DonahueBhavneet Gill
  Kenneth L. DonahueBhavneet Gill
  ExecutiveSenior Vice President and Acting Chief Financial Officer

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