Exhibit 99.2
New Birmingham, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
As of June 30, 2016 and December 31, 2015
(Unaudited)
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| | June 30, | | | December 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
Assets | | | | | | | | |
Current assets: | | | | | | | | |
Cash and cash equivalents | | $ | 9,517,243 | | | $ | 8,060,216 | |
Restricted cash | | | 463,810 | | | | 100,548 | |
Trade receivables, net | | | 1,175,184 | | | | 2,136,519 | |
Federal income tax receivable | | | 4,515,318 | | | | 271,213 | |
Inventories | | | 933,179 | | | | 505,040 | |
Note receivable, current | | | 164,986 | | | | 74,728 | |
Other | | | 200,000 | | | | 200,000 | |
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Total current assets | | | 16,969,720 | | | | 11,348,264 | |
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Property, machinery and equipment | | | | | | | | |
Property, machinery and equipment | | | 46,033,562 | | | | 45,087,556 | |
Machinery and equipment under construction | | | 1,428,168 | | | | 2,496,637 | |
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Total property, machinery and equipment | | | 47,461,730 | | | | 47,584,193 | |
Accumulated depreciation and amortization | | | (9,405,378 | ) | | | (7,760,702 | ) |
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Property, machinery and equipment, net | | | 38,056,352 | | | | 39,823,491 | |
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Note receivable, less current portion | | | 7,362,714 | | | | 7,465,272 | |
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Total assets | | $ | 62,388,786 | | | $ | 58,637,027 | |
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Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity | | | | | | | | |
Current liabilities | | | | | | | | |
Current maturities of obligations under capital leases | | $ | 1,547,665 | | | $ | 1,454,891 | |
Current maturities of notes payable | | | 1,872,404 | | | | 2,249,913 | |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | | | 969,404 | | | | 913,569 | |
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Total current liabilities | | | 4,389,473 | | | | 4,618,373 | |
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Obligations under capital leases, net of current maturities | | | 2,016,220 | | | | 2,994,947 | |
Notes payable, net of current maturities | | | 16,675,593 | | | | 17,887,352 | |
Deferred tax liability | | | 8,599,099 | | | | 7,224,898 | |
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Total liabilities | | | 31,680,385 | | | | 32,725,570 | |
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Commitments and contingencies (Note 10) | | | | | | | | |
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Stockholders’ equity | | | | | | | | |
Preferred stock, $0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized; no shares outstanding | | | — | | | | — | |
Common stock, $0.001 par value, 200,000,000 shares authorized; 65,468,000 shares issued and outstanding | | | 65,468 | | | | 65,468 | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | 1,140,042 | | | | 1,140,042 | |
Retained earnings | | | 29,502,891 | | | | 24,705,947 | |
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Total stockholders’ equity | | | 30,708,401 | | | | 25,911,457 | |
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Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity | | $ | 62,388,786 | | | $ | 58,637,027 | |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
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New Birmingham, Inc.
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
Six Months Ended June 30, 2016 and 2015
(Unaudited)
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| | Six Months Ended June 30, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
Revenues | | | | | | | | |
Sand operations | | $ | 12,122,801 | | | $ | 16,416,664 | |
Iron ore operations | | | 105,005 | | | | 246,386 | |
Transportation and other | | | — | | | | 64,380 | |
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Total revenues | | | 12,227,806 | | | | 16,727,430 | |
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Cost of sales | | | | | | | | |
Cost of sales | | | 3,326,030 | | | | 7,390,560 | |
Depreciation and amortization | | | 1,783,444 | | | | 1,396,499 | |
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Total cost of sales | | | 5,109,474 | | | | 8,787,059 | |
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Gross profit | | | 7,118,332 | | | | 7,940,371 | |
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Operating expenses | | | | | | | | |
Compensation | | | 619,377 | | | | 927,868 | |
Selling, general & administrative | | | 593,785 | | | | 752,737 | |
Depreciation and amortization | | | 2,632 | | | | 2,733 | |
(Gain) loss on sales of assets | | | 94,171 | | | | (8,543,826 | ) |
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Total operating expenses | | | 1,309,965 | | | | (6,860,488 | ) |
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Operating income | | | 5,808,367 | | | | 14,800,859 | |
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Other income (expense) | | | | | | | | |
Interest income | | | 233,407 | | | | 42,253 | |
Interest expense | | | (630,100 | ) | | | (1,005,070 | ) |
Gain on debt forgiveness | | | 603,404 | | | | — | |
Other income (expense), net | | | (204,276 | ) | | | 14,467 | |
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Total other income (expense), net | | | 2,435 | | | | (948,350 | ) |
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Income before income taxes | | | 5,810,802 | | | | 13,852,509 | |
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Provision for (benefit from) income taxes | | | (1,986,142 | ) | | | 4,719,374 | |
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Net income | | $ | 7,796,944 | | | $ | 9,133,135 | |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
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New Birmingham, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
Six Months Ended June 30, 2016 and 2015
(Unaudited)
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| | Six Months Ended June 30, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
Cash flows from operating activities | | | | | | | | |
Net income | | $ | 7,796,944 | | | $ | 9,133,135 | |
Reconciliation of net income to cash flows provided by operating activities | | | | | | | | |
Depreciation and amortization expense | | | 1,786,076 | | | | 1,399,232 | |
Deferred tax expense (benefit) | | | 1,374,201 | | | | 1,740,821 | |
Gain on debt forgiveness | | | (603,404 | ) | | | — | |
Recapitalized interest on note obligation | | | — | | | | 46,852 | |
(Gain) loss on sale of assets | | | 94,171 | | | | (8,543,826 | ) |
Changes in assets and liabilities: | | | | | | | | |
Trade receivables | | | 961,335 | | | | 2,537,241 | |
Other receivables | | | — | | | | (3,500 | ) |
Inventories | | | (428,139 | ) | | | (688,830 | ) |
Federal income taxes receivable | | | (4,244,105 | ) | | | 217,546 | |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | | | 55,835 | | | | 21,075 | |
Federal income taxes payable | | | — | | | | 2,134,876 | |
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Net cash provided by operating activities | | | 6,792,914 | | | | 7,994,622 | |
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Cash flows from investing activities: | | | | | | | | |
Capital expenditures | | | (281,537 | ) | | | (5,539,580 | ) |
Increase in restricted cash | | | (363,262 | ) | | | (100 | ) |
Proceeds from notes receivable | | | 12,300 | | | | — | |
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment | | | 168,429 | | | | 3,482,162 | |
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Net cash used in investing activities | | | (464,070 | ) | | | (2,057,518 | ) |
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Cash flows from financing activities | | | | | | | | |
Dividends paid | | | (3,000,000 | ) | | | — | |
Borrowings under note obligations | | | — | | | | 556,779 | |
Principal payments of note obligations | | | (985,864 | ) | | | (981,004 | ) |
Principal payments of capital lease obligations | | | (885,953 | ) | | | (804,554 | ) |
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Net cash used in financing activities | | | (4,871,817 | ) | | | (1,228,779 | ) |
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Net increase in cash and cash equivalents | | | 1,457,027 | | | | 4,708,325 | |
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year | | | 8,060,216 | | | | 3,300,537 | |
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Cash and cash equivalents, end of year | | $ | 9,517,243 | | | $ | 8,008,862 | |
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Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information: | | | | | | | | |
Cash paid for interest | | $ | 630,100 | | | $ | 1,005,070 | |
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Cash paid for income taxes | | $ | 883,762 | | | $ | 617,000 | |
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Supplemental disclosure of non-cash transactions | | | | | | | | |
Issuance of note receivable related to sale of land | | $ | — | | | $ | 7,540,000 | |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
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Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)
1. | Description of the Company and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies |
Business Operations
New Birmingham, Inc., a Nevada corporation, (the “Parent”) was incorporated in November 2007 as a holding company for New Birmingham Resources, LLC (“NBR”). NBR was formed in February 2005 to acquire an aggregate and iron ore operation in Rusk, Texas. In May 2007, NBR acquired Capital Sands, LLC (renamed NBR Sand, LLC), a sand production operation in Tyler, Texas. In November 2007, as part of a corporate restructuring to consolidate and acquire the iron, sand, transportation and port operations either owned directly by NBR or indirectly through common ownership of the individual owners of NBR, the Parent acquired NBR concurrent with NBR acquiring the transportation entity Ore Trans, LLC and the port property Golden Triangle Maritime, LLC. Ore Trans, LLC was renamed NBR Trans, LLC and Golden Triangle Maritime, LLC was split into two entities, NBR Maritime I, LLC and NBR Maritime II, LLC.
New Birmingham, Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively the “Company”) are engaged in the mining, production and sales of frac sand, iron ore, limestone, concrete, and other aggregates throughout the Unites States. In addition, the Company owned port property along the Gulf of Mexico.
Interim Financial Information
The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements of the Company are prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, or GAAP, for interim financial reporting. Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in annual financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP have been condensed or omitted. Therefore, these condensed consolidated financial statements should be read along with the annual audited consolidated financial statements and notes thereto for the year ended December 31, 2015. The balances as of December 31, 2015, were derived from the audited consolidated financial statements. In management’s opinion, all adjustments necessary for a fair statement are reflected in the interim periods presented. Interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2016 may not be indicative of results that will be realized for the full year ending December 31, 2016.
Principles of Consolidation
The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of New Birmingham, Inc. and its subsidiaries. All significant intercompany transactions have been eliminated.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Revenue Recognition
Revenue is recognized when delivery has occurred, title and risk of loss has passed to the customer, collection is reasonably assured, persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists, and the sales price is fixed or determinable.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
The Company considers all highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less to be cash equivalents.
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Restricted Cash
At June 30, 2016 and December 31, 2015, the Company had a letter of credit outstanding for $100,648 and $100,548, respectively, which matures on February 27, 2017. The letter of credit is collateralized by cash. As of June 30, 2016, the Company also had an escrow account for $363,162, which is collateralized by cash.
Trade Receivables
The Company provides an allowance for doubtful accounts equal to estimated uncollectible amounts. The Company’s estimate is based on historical collection experience and a review of the current status of accounts receivable. It is reasonably possible the Company’s estimate of the allowance for doubtful accounts will change. At June 30, 2016 and December 31, 2015, the Company had no allowance for doubtful accounts as management believes all receivables are fully collectible.
Inventories
Inventories consist entirely of frac sand and are stated at the lower of cost or market. Cost is determined using the average cost method and includes costs of mining and allocated overhead.
Property, Machinery and Equipment
Property, machinery and equipment is stated at cost and is depreciated utilizing the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives. The cost of assets retired and the related accumulated depreciation are removed from the accounts and any gain or loss is included in the results of operations when assets are disposed. Repairs and maintenance are charged to expense as incurred. Expenditures for major additions and replacements that extend the lives of assets are capitalized and depreciated over their remaining estimated useful lives. The Company depreciates assets over the following estimated useful lives:
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Buildings | | 10 - 40 years |
Heavy machinery and equipment | | 5 - 10 years |
Office furniture and equipment | | 5 - 10 years |
Plant and plant equipment | | 5 - 40 years |
Trucks, trailers and vehicles | | 5 - 10 years |
Concentration of Credit Risk
Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to concentrations of credit risk consists principally of cash in banks, restricted cash and trade receivables. The Company manages this risk by maintaining all deposits in high quality financial institutions and periodically performing evaluations of the relative credit standing of the financial institutions and investment funds that are considered in the Company’s investment strategy.
The Company grants unsecured credit to its customers during the normal course of business. The Company performs ongoing credit evaluations of its customers to minimize any potential loss. Historically, no significant credit related losses have been incurred.
For the six months ended June 30, 2016, sales to three customers accounted for approximately 51%, 29% and 12% of total revenues, and receivables from those customers accounted for approximately 23%, 23% and 25% of trade receivables at June 30, 2016. For the six months ended June 30, 2015, sales to two customers accounted for approximately 42% and 35% of total revenues, and receivables from those customers accounted for approximately 21% and 47% of trade receivables at June 30, 2015.
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Fair Value of Measurements
Fair value is defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants. The three-tiered hierarchy is summarized as follows:
Level 1 - Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities.
Level 2 - Other significant observable inputs.
Level 3 - Significant unobservable inputs.
The Company’s financial instruments include cash and cash equivalents, trade receivables, note receivable and accounts payable, for which carrying values approximate fair values due to the short-term nature of these instruments. The carrying values of notes payable and capital leases approximate the fair values as each of the interest rates approximate rates available to the Company for similar borrowings.
Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis. The Company does not have any assets or liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis.
Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Nonrecurring Basis. Non-recurring fair value measurements include the assessment of property, plant, and equipment for impairment. As there is no corroborating market activity to support the assumptions used, the Company has designated these estimates as Level 3.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
Long-lived assets to be held and used are analyzed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. If there are indications of impairment, the Company uses future undiscounted cash flows of the related asset or asset grouping over the remaining life in measuring whether the assets are fully recoverable. In the event such cash flows are not expected to be sufficient to recover the recorded asset values, the assets are written down to their estimated fair value. Long-lived assets to be disposed of are reported at the lower of carrying amount or fair value of asset less the cost to sell.
Income Taxes
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to temporary differences between the tax basis of assets and liabilities and their carrying values for financial reporting purposes. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to be recovered or settled. The effect of a change in tax rates is recognized as income in the period that includes the enactment date. When management determines that it is more than likely that a deferred tax asset will not be realized, a valuation allowance is established.
Each income tax position is assessed using a two-step process. A determination is first made as to whether it is more likely than not that the income tax position will be sustained, based upon technical merits, upon examination by the taxing authorities. If the income tax position is expected to meet the more likely than not criteria, the benefit recorded in the financial statements equals the largest amount that is greater than 50% likely to be realized upon its ultimate settlement. As of June 30, 2016 and December 31, 2015, there were no amounts that had been accrued in respect to uncertain tax positions.
None of the Company’s federal or state income tax returns are currently under examination by the Internal Revenue Service or state authorities. However, fiscal years 2012 and later remain open and subject to examination.
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Stock-Based Compensation
The Company measures stock-based compensation cost as of the grant date based on the estimated fair value of the award less an estimated rate for pre-vesting forfeitures, and recognizes compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the vesting period. For performance-based awards, the Company must also make assumptions regarding the likelihood of achieving performance targets.
2. | Property, Machinery and Equipment |
Property, machinery and equipment consisted of the following at June 30, 2016 and December 31, 2015:
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| | June 30, | | | December 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
Land and land improvements | | $ | 5,698,936 | | | $ | 5,698,936 | |
Buildings | | | 1,561,434 | | | | 1,561,434 | |
Heavy machinery and equipment | | | 7,028,508 | | | | 7,432,508 | |
Plant and plant equipment | | | 31,606,600 | | | | 30,256,594 | |
Trucks, trailers and vehicles | | | 19,045 | | | | 19,045 | |
Office furniture and equipment | | | 119,039 | | | | 119,039 | |
Equipment under construction | | | 1,428,168 | | | | 2,496,637 | |
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Total property, plant and equipment | | | 47,461,730 | | | | 47,584,193 | |
Accumulated depreciation and amortization | | | (9,405,378 | ) | | | (7,760,702 | ) |
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Property, plant and equipment, net | | $ | 38,056,352 | | | $ | 39,823,491 | |
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Total depreciation and amortization of $1,786,076 and $1,399,232 was expensed during the six months ended June 30, 2016 and 2015, respectively, of which $1,783,444 and $1,396,499, respectively, was allocated to cost of sales. Included in depreciation and amortization expense allocated to cost of sales during the six months ended June 30, 2016 and 2015 is amortization expense on assets acquired under capital leases of $629,849 and $611,798, respectively.
From time to time, the Company will enter into monthly operating lease arrangements with heavy equipment suppliers and rental companies. These leases are generally short-term in nature with various monthly rental rates, terms and conditions.
Total lease expense for the six months ended June 30, 2016 and 2015 was $135,568 and $393,936, respectively, which was entirely charged to cost of sales.
On May 19, 2015, the Company completed the sale of all port land owned for total consideration of $10,790,000. Terms of the sale included cash of $3,250,000 and a term note of $7,540,000 from the buyer. The term note calls for interest at 6% with the following repayment schedule over 84 months beginning July 1, 2015: monthly interest payments of $37,500 for 12 months; monthly principal and interest payments of $50,000 for 12 months; monthly principal and interest payments of $62,500 for 12 months; monthly principal and interest payments of $75,000 for 12 months; monthly principal and interest payments of $100,000 for 12 months; monthly principal and interest payments of $125,000 for 12 months; monthly principal and interest payments of $150,000 for 12 months; and a final balloon payment of $3,001,232 due June 1, 2022.
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At June 30, 2016 and December 31, 2015, the outstanding note receivable under this agreement was $7,527,700 and $7,540,000, respectively, of which $164,986 and $74,728, respectively, was reflected as currently due.
5. | Line of Credit Agreement |
Effective December 13, 2012, the Company entered into a $4,000,000 revolving line of credit with a bank, secured by the Company’s accounts with the bank, trade receivables, and the guarantees of all subsidiaries of the Company. Terms of the revolving line of credit call for interest at libor plus 3.25% (3.685% at June 30, 2016), with monthly interest payments and all outstanding principal and accrued but unpaid interest due on or before December 12, 2016. At June 30, 2016 and December 31, 2015, the Company had no amounts outstanding under the agreement. The line of credit contains customary covenants, including maintenance of certain financial ratios. As of June 30, 2016, the Company was in compliance with all of the financial covenants.
6. | Obligations under Capital Leases |
At June 30, 2016, the Company had capital lease obligations to various financial institutions for heavy machinery and equipment utilized in the Company’s operations. The aggregate cost of the heavy machinery and equipment acquired under capital leases is $8,594,097. Accumulated amortization was $3,023,247 at June 30, 2016. The scheduled future minimum lease payments under capital leases as of June 30, 2016 are:
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Year ending June 30, | | | |
2017 | | $ | 1,639,402 | |
2018 | | | 1,487,808 | |
2019 | | | 564,500 | |
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Total minimum lease payments | | | 3,691,710 | |
Less amount representing interest | | | (127,825 | ) |
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Present value of minimum lease payments | | $ | 3,563,885 | |
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Notes payable consists of the following at June 30, 2016 and December 31, 2015:
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| | June 30, | | | December 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
Note payable to an investment group; due by June 30, 2032; monthly principal and interest payments based on royalty formula; secured by mining property | | $ | 12,772,630 | | | $ | 13,212,985 | |
Note payable to a customer; interest at 3.5%; due by December 31, 2020, monthly payments based on Supply Agreement; secured by Deed of Trust and equipment | | | 2,486,018 | | | | 3,289,946 | |
Note payable to a bank; interest at 4.45%; due on February 1, 2021; monthly principal payments of $54,338 plus interest; secured by equipment | | | 3,042,950 | | | | 3,368,980 | |
Note payable to a bank; interest at libor plus 3.25%; (3.685% at June 30, 2016); due on December 31, 2022; monthly principal payments of $3,159 plus interest; secured by land | | | 246,399 | | | | 265,354 | |
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Total long-term debt | | | 18,547,997 | | | | 20,137,265 | |
Less - current maturities | | | (1,872,404 | ) | | | (2,249,913 | ) |
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Total notes payable, net of current maturities | | $ | 16,675,593 | | | $ | 17,887,352 | |
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Schedule maturities of note payable obligations are as follows:
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Years ended June 30, | | | |
2017 | | $ | 1,872,404 | |
2018 | | | 1,888,396 | |
2019 | | | 1,905,007 | |
2020 | | | 1,922,262 | |
2021 | | | 1,980,440 | |
Thereafter | | | 8,979,488 | |
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Total | | $ | 18,547,997 | |
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Effective January 1, 2016, the Company entered into an amendment to the Supply Agreement (“the Amended Agreement”) whereby the outstanding principal balance due under the agreement was reduced from $3,289,946 to $3,000,000. Terms of the Amended Agreement call for the Company to repay $2,500,000 at 0% interest, in equal monthly payments beginning January 1, 2016 for 60 months. The Company will repay the remaining $500,000 in the form of product load credits as defined in the agreement for products sold between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2020. In the event the load credits do not result in full repayment of the $500,000 by December 31, 2020, any remaining balance will be canceled. The Company discounted the $3,000,000 note balance using a weighted average imputed interest rate of 3.81%, recorded the note balance at $2,686,542, and recorded debt forgiveness income of $603,404 during the six months ended June 30, 2016.
Common Stock
In March 2016, the Company paid a $3,000,000 dividend, or $0.046 per share, to shareholders of record as of March 15, 2016.
In May 2014, the Company entered into a Stockholders Agreement (“Agreement”) with the existing stockholders of the Company. The Agreement set forth an incentive plan by which:
(a) the chief executive officer at his sole discretion can grant stock awards to key personnel that is subject to achieving certain performance conditions over a twelve month period beginning July 1, 2014. Upon meeting the performance conditions an aggregate of up to 3,118,000 may be issued to key personnel. The grant date fair value of each stock award was $0.18. The fair value was determined using the market approach which uses Level 3 inputs. The Company assumed no forfeitures because the awards were a part of a key personnel pool and allocable at the sole discretion of the chief executive officer. The performance conditions were achieved at the end of the measurement period, therefore, as of December 31, 2015, the Company issued 3,118,000 shares and had recognized compensation expense of $561,240. As of December 31, 2014, the Company did not anticipate the performance conditions to be met, therefore, no compensation expense was recognized.
(b) key personnel would be entitled to 3,118,000 stock awards upon a liquidity event, as defined in the Agreement. The grant date fair value of each stock award was $0.18. The fair value was determined using the market approach which uses Level 3 inputs. The Company assumed no forfeitures because the awards were a part of a key personnel pool and allocable at the sole discretion of the chief executive officer. At December 31, 2015 and 2014, there is $561,240 of unrecognized compensation cost related to these stock awards. Such amount will be recognized in the future upon the occurrence of a liquidity event that results in the vesting of the stock awards. As discussed in Note 11, the Company entered into a stock purchase agreement in July 2016 which met the definition of a liquidity event per the Agreement, thus, these stock awards immediately vested.
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In October 2011, the Company issued options to purchase an aggregate 750,000 common shares of the Company to three outside board members. The options vested immediately and carry an exercise price of $1.25 per share for a period of 5 years. There were no options issued during the six months ended June 30, 2016 and 2015.
Preferred Stock
The Company is authorized to issue up to 100,000,000 shares of its $0.001 par value preferred stock. At June 30, 2016 and December 31, 2015, the Company had no preferred stock issued or outstanding.
Income tax expense for the six months ended June 30, 2016 and 2015 consisted of the following:
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| | Six Months Ended June 30, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
Current tax expense | | $ | (1,910,318 | ) | | $ | 2,978,553 | |
Deferred tax expense (benefit) | | | (75,824 | ) | | | 1,740,821 | |
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Total provision for income taxes | | $ | (1,986,142 | ) | | $ | 4,719,374 | |
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During 2016, the Company identified certain deductions that were available but not taken in prior tax years. As a result, the Company is amended its federal tax returns for 2012 through 2014. As a result, a federal income tax receivable of $4,698,938 has been recognized as of June 30, 2016. The difference between the statutory tax rate and the effective rate is primarily due to the tax benefit relating to amended returns and depletion deductions in 2016.
Deferred income taxes are provided for differences between the financial statements carrying amount of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax basis. Significant deferred tax assets and liabilities at June 30, 2016 and December 31, 2015 were as follows:
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| | June 30, | | | December 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
Deferred tax assets and liabilities: | | | | | | | | |
Stock compensation | | $ | 362,182 | | | $ | 362,182 | |
Property, plant and equipment | | | (8,961,281 | ) | | | (7,587,080 | ) |
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Net deferred tax liability | | $ | (8,599,099 | ) | | $ | (7,224,898 | ) |
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10. | Commitments and Contingencies |
From time to time, the Company is subject to litigation, primarily as a result of customer claims, in the ordinary conduct of its operations. As of June 30, 2016, the Company had no knowledge of any legal proceedings, individually or in the aggregate, that would have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial position or results of operations. See Notes 3 and 6 for discussion of the Company’s operating and capital leases.
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Management has evaluated subsequent events through August 15, 2016, the date which the financial statements were available to be issued.
On July 15, 2016, the Company’s Board of Directors entered into a Stock Purchase Agreement whereby the Company agreed to sell 100% of its issued and outstanding common shares to U.S. Silica Holdings, Inc. (“the Buyer”) for approximately $210 million, subject to certain adjustments at closing. The transaction will be funded using a combination of cash (57%) and restricted stock (43%) of the Buyer. The Company expects the closing, pending customary regulatory and other approvals, to occur in August 2016.
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