The level of nonperforming assets was relatively high in comparison to the Corporation’s historic levels for both periods primarily as a result of prolonged weakened economic conditions and the corresponding effects it has had on our commercial borrowers.
On March 31, 2011, nonaccrual loans consisted of collateralized commercial and residential mortgage loans, and consumer loans. The nonaccrual loan portfolio balance totaled $16,824,000 on March 31, 2011, a decrease of $1,700,000 or 9 percent, compared to year-end 2010. The decrease resulted primarily from the reclassification of a nonaccrual commercial loan to foreclosed real estate (property no. 4 below) and, to a lesser degree, payments by borrowers. On March 31, 2011, the nonaccrual loans portfolio was comprised of twenty unrelated accounts ranging in size from $18,000 to $4,842,000. Four unrelated commercial loan accounts, which represent 84 percent of the total nonaccrual loan portfolio balance, are described below.
We evaluate the adequacy of the allowance for loan losses at least quarterly and have established a loss allowance for selected accounts where the net realizable value of the collateral is insufficient to repay the loan. Collection efforts, including modification of contractual terms for individual accounts based on prevailing market conditions and liquidation of collateral assets, are being employed to maximize recovery. Further provisions for loan losses may be required on nonaccrual loans as additional information becomes available or conditions change or as required by bank regulators.
Loan no. 1—PeoplesBank owns a 62.5 percent participation loan interest, and its share of the outstanding principal balance of the loan is $4,842,000. The collateral supporting this out of market loan is a 55 acre parcel of improved real estate, which is zoned commercial use. In December 2010, the borrower abruptly ceased operation and declared bankruptcy. As of December 31, 2010 we established a $675,000 loss allowance for this account based on the results of an independent appraisal of the primary property supporting this loan. We are presently in the process of evaluating the value of the remaining collateral, the repayment capacity of the guarantors, and our recovery options.
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Loan no. 2— PeoplesBank owns a 27 percent participation loan interest, and its share of the outstanding principal balance of the loan is $4,285,000. The collateral supporting the loan is approximately 110 acres of undeveloped land, which is zoned mixed office. Based on a recent appraisal of the real estate, we believe that the loan is adequately collateralized. We may also rely on the personal guarantors of the loan, if necessary, for payment.
Loan no. 3— The outstanding principal loan balance is $3,664,000. This account is collateralized by three acres of improved real estate located in a major commercial district, a small parcel of improved real estate and the assignment of a personal loan from a third-party whose payments are current. Based on recent appraisals of the real estate, we believe that the loan is adequately collateralized. The borrower is presently operating under a troubled debt restructuring.
Loan no. 4—PeoplesBank owns an approximately 29 percent participation loan interest and its share of the outstanding principal balance of the loan is $1,285,000. The original collateral supporting the loan was an 81 unit condominium building. As a result of unit sales, the borrower has reduced the principal amount of PeoplesBank’s share of the loan by $229,000 since year-end 2010. The borrower is presently attempting to liquidate the remaining 17 units.
Foreclosed real estate
On March 31, 2011, foreclosed real estate, net of allowance, totaled $14,626,000, compared to $10,572,000 at December 31, 2010. The increase was due primarily to the significant capital improvements made to property no. 1, identified below, and the addition of property no. 4, identified below, which was reclassified from the nonaccrual loans category. On March 31, 2011, the portfolio was comprised of eight unrelated accounts ranging in size from $36,000 to $6,701,000, which we are actively attempting to liquidate. If a valuation allowance for possible loss was established for a particular property it is so noted in the property description below. Further valuation allowances may be required on any foreclosed property as additional information becomes available or conditions change. Foreclosed real estate is included in the other assets category on the Corporation’s balance sheet. Six unrelated foreclosed real estate properties, which represent 99 percent of the total foreclosed real estate portfolio balance, are described below.
Property no. 1—The carrying amount of this office building property is $6,701,000, which includes $2,726,000 of capital improvement additions since year-end 2010. During the current quarter the Corporation incurred approximately $359,000 of pre-leasing expenses associated with project management, repairs, legal, architectural, insurance and taxes. A reputable tenant has signed a lease agreement to lease the majority of the building, and the lease agreement has been assigned to the Corporation. Shell and tenant improvements to the building are expected to be completed in the second quarter of this year. Future plans call for tenant stabilization and sale of the property.
Property no. 2— The carrying amount of this property is $2,423,000, which is net of a $292,000 allowance for probable loss based on an independent appraisal less estimated selling costs. This account is collateralized by 136 approved residential building lots. Of this total, 27 lots are improved. During 2010, we disbursed $1,145,000 to purchase the interest of a participating bank to gain control of the property.
Property no. 3— The carrying amount of this property is $2,024,000, which is net of a $1,274,000 allowance for probable loss based on an independent appraisal less estimated selling costs. This account is collateralized by 266 acres of unimproved land that is zoned for residential development.
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Property no. 4—The carrying amount of this property is $1,617,000, which is collateralized by the borrower’s personal residence (presently listed for sale) and a 9.5 acre parcel of unimproved land (under contract of sale). Full recovery is expected to come from the sale of the properties.
Property no. 5— PeoplesBank has a 64 percent interest in 42 improved lots within a 20.6 acre established residential subdivision, which represents the original collateral. The carrying value of PeoplesBank’s interest was $1,269,000 at March 31, 2011. During June 2010, a purchase agreement was executed which permits the buyer to develop and sell the lots over a two-year period. During the current quarter, PeoplesBank received $34,000 from the sale of one lot. The buyer has defaulted in its takedown requirements under the purchase agreement. Since inception, five lots have been sold.
Property no. 6—PeoplesBank has an 80.4 percent interest in 1.2 acres of improved real estate, which is zoned commercial use. The carrying value of PeoplesBank’s interest was $503,000 at March 31, 2011.
Allowance for loan losses
Although the Corporation maintains sound credit policies, certain loans deteriorate and must be charged off as losses. The allowance for loan losses is maintained to absorb losses inherent in the portfolio. The allowance is increased by provisions charged to expense and is reduced by loan charge offs, net of recoveries. The allowance is based upon management’s continuous evaluation of the loan portfolio coupled with a formal review of adequacy on a quarterly basis, which is subject to review and approval by the Board.
The allowance for loan losses consists primarily of three components: specific allowances for individually impaired commercial loans, allowances calculated for pools of loans and an unallocated component, which reflects the margin of imprecision inherent in the assumptions that underlie the evaluation of the adequacy of the allowance. The Corporation uses an internal risk rating system to evaluate individual loans. Loans are segmented into industry groups or pools with similar characteristics and an allowance for loan losses is allocated to each segment based on quantitative factors such as recent loss history (2-year rolling average of net charge-offs) and qualitative factors, such as the results of internal and external credit reviews, changes in the size and composition of the loan portfolio, adequacy of collateral, general economic conditions and the local business outlook. Determining the level of the allowance for probable loan losses at any given period is difficult, particularly during deteriorating or uncertain economic periods. We must make estimates using assumptions and information which are often subjective and fluid. There is also the potential for adjustment to the allowance as a result of regulatory examinations.
The following table presents an analysis of the activity in the allowance for loan losses for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010. The allowance was $7,856,000 or 1.22 percent of total loans, on March 31, 2011, compared to $7,711,000 or 1.19 percent, on March 31, 2010. During the current period, net charge-offs totaled $445,000, compared to $184,000 for the first three months of 2010. As a result of the increase in loan charge-offs for the current period, the annualized net charge-off ratio increased from 0.11 percent to 0.28 percent. The current period provision remained elevated in comparison to the Corporation’s historic levels and was reflective of the risks and uncertainties associated with prolonged weakness in economic and business conditions, a relatively high level of employment and erosion of real estate values. These factors can adversely affect our borrowers’ ability to service their loans. Based on a comprehensive analysis of the loan portfolio, we believe that the allowance for loan losses is adequate at March 31, 2011.
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Table 6-Analysis of Allowance for Loan Losses
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(dollars in thousands) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Balance-January 1, | | $ | 7,626 | | $ | 7,175 | |
Provision charged to operating expense | | | 675 | | | 720 | |
Loans charged off: | | | | | | | |
Commercial, industrial and agricultural | | | 193 | | | 100 | |
Real estate - residential and home equity | | | 179 | | | — | |
Consumer | | | 74 | | | 108 | |
Total loans charged off | | | 446 | | | 208 | |
Recoveries: | | | | | | | |
Commercial, industrial and agricultural | | | — | | | 3 | |
Consumer | | | 1 | | | 21 | |
Total recoveries | | | 1 | | | 24 | |
Net charge-offs | | | 445 | | | 184 | |
Balance-March 31, | | $ | 7,856 | | $ | 7,711 | |
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Ratios: | | | | | | | |
Annualized net charge-offs as a % of average total loans | | | 0.28 | % | | 0.11 | % |
Allowance for loan losses as a % of total loans at period-end | | | 1.22 | % | | 1.19 | % |
Allowance for loan losses as a % of nonaccrual loans and loans past due 90 days or more | | | 46.5 | % | | 36.0 | % |
Liquidity risk management
Maintaining adequate liquidity provides the Corporation with the ability to meet financial obligations to depositors, loan customers, employees, and shareholders on a timely and cost effective basis in the normal course of business. Additionally, it provides funds for growth and business opportunities as they arise. Liquidity is generated from transactions relating to both the Corporation’s assets and liabilities. The primary sources of asset liquidity are scheduled investment security maturities and cash inflows, funds received from customer loan payments, and asset sales. The primary sources of liability liquidity are deposit growth, short-term borrowings and long-term debt. The Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, included in this report, present the changes in cash from operating, investing and financing activities. At March 31, 2011, we believe that liquidity was adequate based upon the potential liquidation of unpledged available-for-sale securities with a fair value totaling $111 million and available credit from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh totaling approximately $93 million. The Corporation’s loan-to-deposit ratio, which is used as a broad measure of liquidity, was approximately 79 percent at both March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010.
Off-balance sheet arrangements
The Corporation’s financial statements do not reflect various commitments that are made in the normal course of business, which may involve some liquidity risk. These commitments consist primarily of commitments to grant new loans, unfunded commitments under existing loan facilities, and letters of credit issued under the same standards as on-balance sheet instruments. Unused commitments on March 31, 2011, totaled $215 million and consisted of $141 million in unfunded commitments under existing loan facilities, $63 million to grant new loans and $11 million in letters of credit. Normally these commitments have fixed expiration dates or termination clauses and are for specific purposes. Accordingly, many of the commitments are expected to expire without being drawn upon and therefore, generally do not present significant liquidity risk to the Corporation or PeoplesBank.
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Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
Not applicable to smaller reporting companies.
Item 4. Controls and Procedures
The Corporation carried out an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of the Corporation’s management, including the Corporation’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of its disclosure controls and procedures, as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e). Based upon the evaluation, the Corporation’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that, as of March 31, 2011, the Corporation’s disclosure controls and procedures are effective. The Corporation’s disclosure controls and procedures are designed to provide reasonable, not absolute, assurance that information required to be disclosed in the Corporation’s reports filed or submitted under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission’s rules and forms. A control system, no matter how well conceived and operated, must reflect the fact that there are resource constraints, that the benefits of controls must be considered relative to their costs, and inherent limitations that may not prevent fraud, particularly by collusion of two or more people or by management override of a control.
There has been no change in the Corporation’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the quarter ended March 31, 2011, that has materially affected or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Corporation’s internal control over financial reporting.
Part II—OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1. Legal proceedings
There are no legal proceedings pending against Codorus Valley Bancorp, Inc. or any of its subsidiaries which are expected to have a material impact upon the financial position and/or operating results of the Corporation. Management is not aware of any proceedings known or contemplated by government authorities.
Item 1A. Risk factors
Not applicable to smaller reporting companies.
Item 2. Unregistered sales of equity securities and use of proceeds
Nothing to report.
Item 3. Defaults upon senior securities
Nothing to report.
Item 4. Removed and reserved
Item 5. Other information
Nothing to report.
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Item 6. Exhibits
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Exhibit Number | | Description of Exhibit | |
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3.1 | Amended Articles of Incorporation (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3(i) to the Registrant’s |
| | Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for September 30, 2010, filed with the Commission on November 15, 2010) |
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3.2 | Amended By-laws (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3(ii) to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K, filed with the Commission on November 15, 2007) |
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3.3 | Certificate of Designations for the Series A Preferred Stock (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K, filed with the Commission on January 15, 2009) |
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4 | Rights Agreement dated as of November 4, 2005 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4 to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for September 30, 2010, filed with Commission on November 15, 2010), as amended January 9, 2009 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for September 30, 2010, filed with the Commission on November 15, 2010) |
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4.1 | Securities Purchase Agreement dated as of January 9, 2009, between the Registrant and the United States Department of Treasury (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K, filed with the Commission on January 15, 2009) |
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4.2 | Warrant, dated January 9, 2009, to purchase shares of Common Stock of the Registrant (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K, filed with the Commission on January 15, 2009) |
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31.1 | Certification of Principal Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 |
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31.2 | Certification of Principal Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 |
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32 | Certification of Principal Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 |
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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 there unto duly authorized.
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| Codorus Valley Bancorp, Inc. |
| (Registrant) |
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May 11, 2011 | /s/ Larry J. Miller | |
Date | Larry J. Miller |
| President & CEO |
| (Principal Executive Officer) |
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May 11, 2011 | /s/ Jann A. Weaver | |
Date | Jann A. Weaver |
| Treasurer & Assistant Secretary |
| (Principal Financial and Accounting Officer) |
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