EXHIBIT 13.1 2000 ANNUAL REPORT TO SHAREHOLDERS SELECTED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL INFORMATION The following table sets forth selected consolidated financial and other data of First Ottawa Bancshares, Inc. ("Bancshares") and its wholly owned subsidiary, First National Bank of Ottawa ("the Bank") (collectively, "the Company"). Bancshares was organized during 1999 and, on October 1, 1999, exchanged 100% of its common stock for 100% of the Bank's common stock. This exchange was accounted for as an internal reorganization. Accordingly, all information reflects the internal reorganization as if it had occurred as of the beginning of the earliest reporting period. This information should be read in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto included herein. All dollar amounts are in thousands, except per share information. ------------------------Year ended December 31,--------------------- 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- STATEMENT OF INCOME DATA: Total interest income $ 15,995 $ 16,492 $ 17,055 $ 16,989 $ 16,754 Total interest expense 8,525 8,265 8,651 8,519 8,545 ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- Net interest income 7,470 8,227 8,404 8,470 8,209 Provision for loan losses 360 384 460 480 180 Noninterest income 1,749 1,496 1,905 1,372 1,281 Noninterest expenses 6,510 6,736 6,347 5,884 5,718 ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- Income before income taxes 2,349 2,603 3,502 3,478 3,592 Provision for income taxes 257 449 543 696 800 ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- Net income $ 2,092 $ 2,154 $ 2,959 $ 2,782 $ 2,792 =========== =========== =========== =========== =========== PER SHARE DATA: Net income $ 3.14 $ 2.87 $ 3.95 $ 3.71 $ 3.72 Cash dividends declared 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 2.50 Book value at end of year 34.10 34.64 39.01 37.99 36.31 SELECTED FINANCIAL RATIOS: Return on average assets (3) .92% .90% 1.23% 1.20% 1.21% Return on average equity (3) 9.62 7.55 10.11 9.94 10.44 Dividend payout ratio 94.96 104.46 76.04 80.88 67.16 Average equity to average assets (3) 9.59 11.92 12.16 12.08 11.62 Net interest margin (tax equivalent) 3.87 4.11 4.09 4.25 4.11 Allowance for loan losses to total loans at the end of period .95 .83 .87 .66 .70 Nonperforming loans to total loans at the end of period (1) 2.26 1.52 1.21 .83 .71 Net loans charged off to average total loans .25 .29 .19 .40 .07 BALANCE SHEET DATA: Total assets $ 225,007 $ 240,490 $ 249,674 $ 243,417 $ 230,780 Total earning assets 210,058 219,427 236,187 228,789 218,835 Average assets (2) 226,787 239,524 240,612 231,804 230,073 Gross loans, including loans held for sale 117,612 129,444 119,364 121,426 111,392 Allowance for loan losses 1,108 1,059 1,029 800 779 Total deposits 173,453 183,889 194,629 194,502 187,013 Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreements to repurchase 24,638 26,265 21,496 16,059 12,526 Shareholders' equity 22,583 25,983 29,259 28,492 27,234 - ------------ (1) Includes total nonaccrual loans, impaired loans, and all other loans 90 days past due and still accruing interest. (2) Average for the year ended. (3) Includes unrealized gain (loss) on securities available-for-sale. 1. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS The following discussion and analysis is intended as a review of significant factors affecting the financial condition and results of operations of the Company for the periods indicated. The discussion should be read in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements and Notes thereto and the Selected Consolidated Financial Data presented herein. In addition to historical information, the following Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. The Company's actual results could differ significantly from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors discussed elsewhere in this report. OVERVIEW The Company's principal business is conducted by the Bank and consists of a full range of community-based financial services, including commercial and retail banking. The profitability of the Company's operations depends primarily on its net interest income, provision for loan losses, other income, and other expenses. Net interest income is the difference between the income the Company receives on its loan and securities portfolios and its cost of funds, which consists of interest paid on deposits and borrowings. The provision for loan losses reflects the cost of credit risk in the Company's loan portfolio. Other income consists of service charges on deposit accounts, trust and farm management fee income, securities gains (losses), and other income. Other expenses include salaries and employee benefits, as well as occupancy and equipment expenses and other noninterest expenses. Net interest income is dependent on the amounts and yields of interest-earning assets as compared to the amounts of and rates on interest-bearing liabilities. Net interest income is sensitive to changes in market rates of interest and the Company's asset/liability management procedures in coping with such changes. The provision for loan losses is dependent upon management's assessment of the collectibility of the loan portfolio under current economic conditions. CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL CONDITION Total assets at December 31, 2000 were $225.0 million compared to $240.5 million at December 31, 1999, a decrease of $15.5 million, or 6.4%. The decrease in total assets was a result of an intentional plan by management to decrease the cost of funds through lower deposit interest rates offered, resulting in a decrease in total deposits of $10.4 million. Cash and due from banks was reduced $6.3 million to remove the extra liquidity that had been built up as a contingency against any Year 2000 problems. Approximately $5.0 million of this extra liquidity was used to repurchase shares of the Company's common stock. Loans held for sale was reduced $1.0 million because new loans originated are sold sooner in the secondary market. Additionally, loans decreased $10.8 million as loan repayments exceeded new loans originated during 2000. The majority of this decrease, or $7.7 million, was the result of tightening underwriting standards on new indirect automobile loans. These decreases were partially offset by a $2.4 million increase in the securities portfolio as excess liquidity was invested. 2. Total equity was $22.6 million at December 31, 2000 compared to $26.0 million at December 31, 1999. The decrease was primarily the result of the repurchase of Company shares for $5 million and dividends declared of $2 million, partially offset by an increase in the unrealized gain (loss) on securities available-for-sale, net of tax, of $1.5 million and net income of $2.1 million. CONSOLIDATED RESULTS OF OPERATIONS Net income was $2.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2000 compared to $2.2 million for the year ended December 31, 1999, a decrease of $62,000, or 2.9%. The return on average assets was .92% in 2000 compared to 0.90% in 1999. The return on average equity increased to 9.62% in 2000 from 7.55% in 1999. Net income was $2.2 million for the year ended December 31, 1999, a decrease of $805,000 from $3.0 million for the year ended December 31, 1998. The return on average assets decreased to 0.90% in 1999 from 1.23% in 1998. The return on average equity was 7.55% in 1999 with a return on average equity of 10.11% in 1998. 2000 COMPARED TO 1999 NET INTEREST INCOME. Net interest income was $7.5 million in 2000 compared to $8.2 million in 1999, a decrease of $757,000, or 9.2%. Interest income on earning assets decreased $497,000 in 2000 from 1999. Interest income on loans increased slightly because of an increase in the average balance of loans of $1.1 million, while average tax-equivalent loan rates remained stable. This increase was more than offset by a decrease in securities income of $717,000, which was primarily the result of a decrease in the average balance of $11.5 million. The overall yield on securities on a tax-equivalent basis remained relatively stable. Interest expense on interest-bearing liabilities increased $260,000 as a result of an increase in the average rate paid on liabilities of 25 basis points, from 4.40% in 1999 to 4.65% in 2000. This increase was primarily due to the increase in the average balance of repurchase agreements of $7.4 million at a higher average cost than deposits. A decrease in the average balance of interest-bearing liabilities of $4.9 million partially offset the increase in average rates. The net interest margin on a tax equivalent basis decreased to 3.87% in 2000 from 4.11% in 1999. The primary reason for the decrease in the net interest margin was the increase in the average rate paid on interest-bearing liabilities exceeding the increase in the average yield on earning assets. Additionally, the ratio of interest-bearing liabilities to earning assets increased in 2000 due to the repurchase of shares of the Company. PROVISION FOR LOAN LOSSES. The provision for loan losses decreased $24,000 from $384,000 in 1999 to $360,000 in 2000. The decrease in the provision was largely due to the decrease in the size of the loan portfolio in 2000 compared to 1999. As of December 31, 2000, the allowance for loan losses totaled $1.1 million, or .95% of total loans, compared to $1.1 million, or .82% of total loans, at December 31, 1999. The amounts of the provision and allowance for loan losses are influenced by current economic conditions, actual loss experience, industry trends, and other factors, including real estate values in the Company's market area and management's assessment of current collection risks within its loan portfolio. 3. NONINTEREST INCOME. The Company's noninterest income totaled $1.7 million in 2000 compared to $1.5 million in 1999. The increase was primarily a result of increases in service charges on deposit accounts and other income in 2000. Service charges increased as a result of changes in the fee structure related to overdrafts. Other income increased primarily as a result of gains on the sale of loans of $76,000. NONINTEREST EXPENSE. The Company's noninterest expenses decreased to $6.5 million in 2000 from $6.7 million in 1999. The decrease was due to decreases in salaries and employee benefits, occupancy and equipment expense, supplies expense, advertising and promotions, and professional fees. These decreases were partially offset by an increase in other expenses. The decrease in salaries and employee benefits was primarily due to $599,000 of settlement and curtailment losses incurred in 1999 related to the Company's pension plan. Excluding the settlement and curtailment losses, salaries and benefits increased $354,000, or 11%, primarily due to the hiring of a new head lender and cost of living and merit pay increases. Occupancy, supplies and advertising and marketing expenses decreased as a result of cost control efforts initiated by management in late 1999. Professional fees were higher in 1999 due to the formation of Bancshares. Other expenses increased due to an increase in expenses related to repossessed assets and increased director fees to be comparable to peers. INCOME TAXES. The Company's tax rate varies from statutory rates principally due to interest income from tax-exempt securities and loans. The Company's effective tax rate was 10.9% and 19.2% for 2000 and 1999. 1999 COMPARED TO 1998 NET INTEREST INCOME. Net interest income was $8.2 million in 1999 compared to $8.4 million in 1998, a decrease of $177,000, or 2.1%. Interest income on earning assets decreased $563,000 in 1999 from 1998. Interest income on loans decreased slightly as a result of a decrease in average tax-equivalent loan rates from 8.81% to 8.48%, offsetting an increase in the average balance of loans of $3.0 million. In addition, securities income decreased $317,000 primarily as a result of a decrease in the average balance of $1.8 million and a shift in securities from taxable to nontaxable resulting in a decrease in the average yield. However, the overall yield on securities on a tax-equivalent basis remained relatively stable. Interest expense on interest-bearing liabilities decreased $386,000 as a result of a decrease in the average rate paid on liabilities of 25 basis points from 4.65% to 4.40% in 1999, which was partially offset by an increase in the average balance of interest-bearing liabilities of $1.6 million. The net interest margin on a tax equivalent basis increased to 4.11% in 1999 from 4.09% in 1998. The primary reason for the increase in the net interest margin was the decrease in the average rate paid on interest-bearing liabilities exceeding the decrease in the average yield on earning assets. PROVISION FOR LOAN LOSSES. The provision for loan losses decreased $76,000 from $460,000 in 1998 to $384,000 in 1999. The decrease in the provision was due to a general improvement in the credit quality of the loan portfolio in 1999 compared to 1998. As of December 31, 1999, the allowance for loan losses totaled $1.1 million, or .82% of total loans. NONINTEREST INCOME. The Company's noninterest income totaled $1.5 million in 1999 compared to $1.9 million in 1998. The decrease was primarily a result of a gain on proceeds from life 4. insurance of $261,000 in 1998. In addition, the Company had net gains on sales of securities of $255,000 in 1998 compared to net losses of $9,000 in 1999. These 1999 decreases in noninterest income were partially offset by increases in service charges on deposit accounts and other income. NONINTEREST EXPENSE. The Company's noninterest expenses increased to $6.7 million in 1999 from $6.3 million in 1998. The increase was due to increases in salaries and employee benefits, occupancy and equipment expense, advertising and promotions, and professional fees. The most significant expense increase was $599,000, which related to the payment of early retirement packages to certain employees and also as a result of the curtailment of the defined benefit pension plan, as more fully disclosed in Note 8 to the 2000 Consolidated Financial Statements. This increase in salaries and employee benefits was largely offset by decreased insurance costs as a result of changes in insurance benefit plans. Occupancy expenses increased as a result of the purchase of new computers as part of the Company's Year 2000 readiness. Advertising and marketing expenses increased as a response to competitive pricing and pressures, particularly for deposit products and services. Professional fees increased as a result of the formation of Bancshares during 1999 and due to consulting fees related to strategic planning, Year 2000, and investment strategies. INCOME TAXES. The Company's effective tax rate was 19.2% and 20.0% for 1999 and 1998. INTEREST-EARNING ASSETS AND INTEREST-BEARING LIABILITIES The following table sets forth the average balances, net interest income and expense, and average yields and rates for the Company's interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities for the indicated years on a tax-equivalent basis assuming a 34% tax rate. 5. ANALYSIS OF AVERAGE BALANCES, TAX EQUIVALENT YIELDS AND RATES ------------------------------------------------------------- Years ended December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 ($000s) -----------------2000---------------- ------------------1999---------------- ---- ---- Average Average Average Average Assets Balance (4) Interest Rate Balance (4) Interest Rate - ------ ------- -------- ---- ------- -------- ---- Loans (1) (3) $ 123,110 $ 10,482 8.49% $ 122,002 $ 10,350 8.48% Securities (2) (5) 91,325 6,328 6.91 102,806 7,125 6.93 Federal funds sold 1,391 88 6.31 119 6 5.04 ----------- ---------- ----------- --------- Interest-earning assets 215,826 16,898 7.81 224,927 17,481 7.77 Non-interest-earning assets (6) 10,961 14,597 ----------- ----------- Average assets $ 226,787 $ 239,524 =========== =========== LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY - ---------------------- NOW and money market $ 38,056 936 2.45 $ 41,941 1,080 2.58 Savings 17,928 368 2.04 19,710 487 2.47 Time deposits 103,171 5,784 5.59 109,952 5,943 5.41 Repurchase agreements 19,111 1,158 6.06 11,690 527 4.51 Federal funds purchased 4,495 279 6.18 4,352 228 5.24 ----------- ---------- ----------- --------- Interest-bearing liabilities 182,761 8,525 4.65 187,645 8,265 4.40 ---------- --------- Net interest income $ 8,373 $ 9,216 ========== ========= Net yield on interest- earning assets 3.87 4.11 Interest-bearing liabilities to earning assets ratio 84.68 83.42 Non-interest-bearing liabilities 22,278 23,334 Shareholders' equity 21,748 28,545 ----------- ----------- Average liabilities and shareholders' equity $ 226,787 $ 239,524 =========== =========== ------------------1998--------------- ---- Average Average Assets Balance (4) Interest Rate - ------ -------- -------- ---- Loans (1) (3) $ 118,995 $ 10,485 8.81% Securities (2) (5) 104,584 7,278 6.96 Federal funds sold 2,114 116 5.49 ----------- ---------- Interest-earning assets 225,693 17,879 7.92 Non-interest-earning assets (6) 14,919 ----------- Average assets $ 240,612 =========== LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY - ---------------------- NOW and money market $ 37,554 952 2.53 Savings 19,594 493 2.52 Time deposits 115,824 6,551 5.66 Repurchase agreements 11,000 537 4.88 Federal funds purchased 2,057 118 5.74 ----------- ---------- Interest-bearing liabilities 186,029 8,651 4.65 ---------- Net interest income $ 9,228 ========== Net yield on interest- earning assets 4.09 Interest-bearing liabilities to earning assets ratio 82.43 Non-interest-bearing liabilities 25,319 Shareholders' equity 29,264 ----------- Average liabilities and shareholders' equity $ 240,612 ============ - ----------- (1) Interest income on loans includes loan origination and other fees of $176 for 2000, $149 for 1999, and $182 for 1998. (2) Loan and securities income is reflected on a fully tax-equivalent basis utilizing a 34% rate for municipal securities and tax-exempt loans and a 70% rate for dividends received. (3) Non-accrual loans are included in average loans. (4) Average balances are derived from the average daily balances. (5) The 2000, 1999, and 1998 rate information was calculated based upon average amortized cost. (6) The 2000, 1999, and 1998 average balance information includes an average valuation allowance for securities of $(2,706), $192, and $2,766, respectively. 6. The components of the changes in net interest income are shown below. Changes in net interest income are allocated between amounts attributed to changes in rate and changes in volume for the various categories of interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities. ANALYSIS OF CHANGES IN INTEREST INCOME AND EXPENSE ($000s) 2000 - 1999 1999 - 1998 --------Increase (Decrease)-------- ---------Increase (Decrease)-------- ------------------- ------------------- Change Change Change Change Total Due to Due to Total Due to Due to Interest Income Change Volume Rate Change Volume Rate - --------------- ------ ------ ---- ------ ------ ---- Loans $ 132 $ 94 $ 38 $ (135) $ 261 $ (396) Securities (797) (796) (1) (153) (123) (30) Federal funds sold 82 80 2 (110) (101) (9) -------- --------- --------- --------- --------- --------- Total interest income (583) (622) 39 (398) 37 (435) -------- --------- --------- --------- --------- --------- INTEREST EXPENSE - ---------------- NOW and money market (144) (96) (48) 128 113 15 Savings (119) (36) (83) (6) 3 (9) Time deposits (159) (380) 221 (608) (324) (284) Repurchase agreements 631 450 181 (10) 33 (43) Federal funds purchased 51 9 42 110 121 (11) -------- --------- --------- --------- --------- --------- Total interest expense 260 (53) 313 (386) (54) (332) -------- --------- --------- --------- ---------- --------- Net interest earnings $ (843) $ (569) $ (274) $ (12) $ 91 $ (103) ======== ========= ========= ========= ========= ========= Volume/rate variances are allocated to the volume variance and the rate variance on an absolute basis. Tax-exempt income is reflected on a fully tax-equivalent basis utilizing a 34% rate for municipal securities and tax-exempt loans and a 70% rate for dividends received. 7. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK The Company's overall interest rate sensitivity is demonstrated by net interest income analysis and "Gap" analysis. Net interest income analysis measures the change in net interest income in the event of hypothetical changes in interest rates. This analysis assesses the risk of change in net interest income in the event of sudden and sustained 2.0% increases and decreases in market interest rates. The tables below present the Company's projected changes in net interest income for the various rate shock levels for the three months ended December 31, 2000 and 1999. ----------------------------2000 Net Interest Income----------------------- ------------------------ Amount Change Change ------ ------ ------ (Dollars in Thousands) +200 bp $ 1,386 $ (363) (20.8)% Base 1,749 - - -200 bp 1,873 124 7.1% ----------------------------1999 Net Interest Income----------------------- ------------------------ Amount Change Change ------ ------ ------ (Dollars in Thousands) +200 bp $ 1,811 $ (637) (26.0)% Base 2,448 - - -200 bp 3,033 585 23.9% As shown above, at December 31, 2000, the effect of an immediate 200 basis point increase in interest rates would decrease the Company's net interest income by 20.8%, or approximately $363,000. The effect of an immediate 200 basis point decrease in rates would increase the Company's net interest income by 7.1%, or approximately $124,000. The interest rate sensitivity has shifted from an exposure in a rising rate environment at the end of 1999 to a modest exposure in a declining rate environment at the end of 2000. Overall net interest income sensitivity has decreased from 1999 to 2000. LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES The Company's primary sources of funds are deposits, repurchase agreements, and proceeds from principal and interest payments on loans and securities. While maturities and scheduled amortization of loans and securities and calls of securities are predictable sources of funds, deposit flows and mortgage prepayments are greatly influenced by general interest rates, economic conditions, and competition. The Company generally manages the pricing of its deposits to be competitive and to increase core deposit relationships. Liquidity management is both a daily and long-term responsibility of management. The Company adjusts its investments in liquid assets based upon management's assessment of (i) expected loan demand, (ii) expected deposit flows, (iii) yields available on interest-earning deposits and securities, and (iv) the objectives of its asset/liability management program. 8. Excess liquid assets are invested generally in interest-earning overnight deposits and short- and intermediate-term U.S. government and agency obligations. The Company's cash flows are comprised of three primary classifications: cash flows from operating activities, investing activities, and financing activities. Cash flows provided by operating activities were $3.0 million, $1.6 million, and $2.6 million for the years ended December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998. Net cash from investing activities consisted primarily of principal collections on loans and proceeds from maturation and sales of securities offset by disbursements for loan originations and the purchase of securities. Net cash from financing activities consisted primarily of changes in net deposits and short-term borrowings, partially offset by dividends paid and the purchase of Company stock in 2000. The Company's most liquid assets are cash and short-term investments. The levels of these assets are dependent on the Company's operating, financing, lending, and investing activities during any given year. At December 31, 2000, cash and short-term investments totaled $7.0 million. The Company has other sources of liquidity if a need for additional funds arises, including securities maturing within one year and the repayment of loans. The Company may also utilize the sale of securities available-for-sale, federal funds lines of credit from correspondent banks, and borrowings from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago. On December 6, 1999, the Company commenced a tender offer ("the Offer") to acquire up to 87,719 common shares at $57 per share. The Offer expired on January 20, 2000 and the Company purchased 86,373 shares, representing approximately 11.51% of its outstanding common shares, for an aggregate purchase price of $4,923,261. On March 6, 2000, the Company commenced a tender offer ("the Odd-lot Offer") to acquire up to 1,346 common shares at $57 per share from shareholders who own fewer than 100 shares. The Odd-lot Offer expired on March 30, 2000, and the Company purchased 1,346 shares, representing approximately .20% of its outstanding common shares, for an aggregate purchase price of $76,722. Capital provides the foundation for future growth. Regulatory agencies have developed minimum guidelines by which the adequacy of a financial institution's capital may be evaluated. All of the Company's ratios exceed the levels required under regulatory guidelines as shown in Note 12 of the Consolidated Financial Statements. IMPACT OF INFLATION AND CHANGING PRICES The financial statements and related data presented herein have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, which require the measurement of financial position and operating results in terms of historical dollars without considering changes in the relative purchasing power of money over time due to inflation. The primary impact of inflation on the operations of the Company is reflected in increased operating costs. Unlike most industrial companies, virtually all of the assets and liabilities of a financial institution are monetary in nature. As a result, interest rates generally have a more significant impact on a financial institution's performance than does inflation. Interest rates do not necessarily move in the same direction or to the same extent as the prices of goods and services. 9. SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT This report contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The Company intends such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and is including this statement for purposes of these safe harbor provisions. Forward-looking statements, which are based on certain assumptions and describe future plans, strategies, and expectations of the Company, are generally identifiable by use of the words "believe," "expect," "intend," "anticipate," "estimate," and "project" or similar expressions. The Company's ability to predict results or the actual effect of future plans or strategies is inherently uncertain. Factors that could have a material adverse effect on the operations and future prospects of the Company and the Bank include, but are not limited to, changes in interest rates; general economic conditions; the legislative/regulatory situation; monetary and fiscal policies of the U.S. Government, including policies of the U.S. Treasury and the Federal Reserve Board; the quality or composition of the loan or securities portfolios; demand for loan products; deposit flows; competition; demand for financial services in the Company's market area; and accounting principles, policies, and guidelines. These risks and uncertainties should be considered in evaluating forward-looking statements, and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. Further information concerning the Company and its business, including additional factors that could materially affect the Company's financial results, is included in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. 10. REPORT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS Board of Directors and Shareholders First Ottawa Bancshares, Inc. Ottawa, Illinois We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of First Ottawa Bancshares, Inc. and Subsidiary as of December 31, 2000 and 1999 and the related consolidated statements of income, shareholders' equity, and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2000. These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion. In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of First Ottawa Bancshares, Inc. and Subsidiary as of December 31, 2000 and 1999 and the results of their operations and their cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2000 in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles. Crowe, Chizek and Company LLP Oak Brook, Illinois January 20, 2001 11. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS December 31, 2000 and 1999 (In thousands, except share and per share data) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2000 1999 ---- ---- ASSETS Cash and due from banks $ 6,971 $ 13,243 Securities available-for-sale 92,445 89,983 Loans held for sale 693 1,738 Loans, less allowance for loan losses of $1,108 and $1,059 115,811 126,647 Bank premises and equipment, net 2,497 2,494 Interest receivable and other assets 6,590 6,385 ------------ ------------ Total assets $ 225,007 $ 240,490 ============ ============ LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY Liabilities Deposits Demand - non-interest-bearing $ 20,538 $ 17,917 NOW accounts 26,220 30,338 Money market accounts 8,941 10,530 Savings 16,794 18,702 Time, $100,000 and over 25,170 23,073 Other time 75,790 83,329 ------------ ------------ Total deposits 173,453 183,889 Federal funds purchased - 7,600 Securities sold under agreements to repurchase 24,638 18,665 Interest payable and other liabilities 4,333 4,353 ------------ ------------ Total liabilities 202,424 214,507 Shareholders' equity Common stock - $1 par value, 750,000 shares authorized and issued 750 750 Additional paid-in capital 4,000 4,000 Retained earnings 23,052 22,947 Treasury stock, at cost; 87,719 shares in 2000 (5,000) - Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (219) (1,714) ------------ ------------ Total shareholders' equity 22,583 25,983 ------------ ------------ Total liabilities and shareholders' equity $ 225,007 $ 240,490 ============ ============ See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. 12. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME Years ended December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (In thousands, except share and per share data) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2000 1999 1998 ---- ---- ---- Interest income Loans (including fee income) $ 10,461 $ 10,323 $ 10,459 Securities Taxable 3,793 4,295 4,931 Exempt from federal income tax 1,653 1,868 1,549 Federal funds sold 88 6 116 ---------- ---------- ---------- Total interest income 15,995 16,492 17,055 Interest expense NOW account deposits 562 686 649 Money market deposit accounts 374 394 303 Savings deposits 368 487 493 Time deposits 5,784 5,943 6,551 Repurchase agreements 1,158 527 537 Federal funds purchased 279 228 118 ---------- ---------- ---------- Total interest expense 8,525 8,265 8,651 ---------- ---------- ---------- NET INTEREST INCOME 7,470 8,227 8,404 Provision for loan losses 360 384 460 ---------- ---------- ---------- NET INTEREST INCOME AFTER PROVISION FOR LOAN LOSSES 7,110 7,843 7,944 Noninterest income Service charges on deposit accounts 746 586 538 Trust and farm management fee income 417 441 458 Other income 575 478 393 Gain on proceeds from life insurance - - 261 Securities gains (losses), net 11 (9) 255 ---------- ---------- ---------- Total noninterest income 1,749 1,496 1,905 Noninterest expenses Salaries and employee benefits 3,551 3,796 3,703 Occupancy and equipment expense 813 942 827 Data processing expense 513 474 444 Supplies 142 224 191 Advertising and promotions 141 254 169 Professional fees 308 341 216 Other expenses 1,042 705 797 ---------- ---------- ---------- Total noninterest expenses 6,510 6,736 6,347 ---------- ---------- ---------- INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES 2,349 2,603 3,502 Provision for income taxes 257 449 543 ---------- ---------- ---------- NET INCOME $ 2,092 $ 2,154 $ 2,959 ========== ========== ========== Earnings per share $ 3.14 $ 2.87 $ 3.95 ========== ========== ========== Average shares outstanding 667,092 750,000 750,000 See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. 13. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY Years ended December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (In thousands, except per share data) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Accumulated Total Additional Other Share- Common Paid-In Retained Treasury Comprehensive holders' Stock Capital Earnings Stock Income (Loss) Equity ----- ------- -------- ----- ------------ ------ Balance at January 1, 1998 $ 750 $ 4,000 $ 22,334 $ - $ 1,408 $ 28,492 Net income - - 2,959 - - 2,959 Unrealized net gain on securities available-for-sale, net of reclassification and tax effects - - - - 58 58 --------- Comprehensive income 3,017 Cash dividends declared ($3.00 per share) - - (2,250) - - (2,250) --------- ---------- ---------- --------- --------- --------- Balance at December 31, 1998 750 4,000 23,043 - 1,466 29,259 Net income - - 2,154 - - 2,154 Unrealized net loss on securities available-for-sale, net of reclassification and tax effects - - - - (3,180) (3,180) --------- Comprehensive loss (1,026) Cash dividends declared ($3.00 per share) - - (2,250) - - (2,250) --------- ---------- ---------- --------- --------- --------- Balance at December 31, 1999 750 4,000 22,947 - (1,714) 25,983 Net income - - 2,092 - - 2,092 Unrealized net gain on securities available-for-sale, net of reclassification and tax effects - - - - 1,495 1,495 --------- Comprehensive income 3,587 Cash dividends declared ($3.00 per share) - - (1,987) - - (1,987) Purchase of 87,719 treasury shares - - - (5,000) - (5,000) --------- ---------- ---------- --------- --------- --------- Balance at December 31, 2000 $ 750 $ 4,000 $ 23,052 $ (5,000) $ (219) $ 22,583 ========= ========== ========== ========= ========= ========= - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. 14. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS Years ended December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (In thousands) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2000 1999 1998 ---- ---- ---- CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES Net income $ 2,092 $ 2,154 $ 2,959 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities Change in deferred loan fees (6) (12) 21 Provision for loan losses 360 384 460 Depreciation and amortization 290 325 242 Premium amortization on securities, net 35 71 29 Net real estate loans originated for sale 1,119 (1,183) (498) Net (gains) losses on loan sales (74) 8 (65) Net (gains) losses on sales of securities available-for-sale (11) 9 (255) Change in interest receivable and other assets (807) (954) (181) Change in interest payable and other liabilities 156 818 (104) ----------- ----------- ----------- Net cash from operating activities 3,154 1,620 2,608 CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES Proceeds from sales of securities available-for-sale 2,452 28,622 18,415 Proceeds from maturities of securities 4,662 18,551 33,838 Purchases of securities available-for-sale (7,335) (25,231) (61,399) Net change in loans receivable 10,296 (9,360) 2,413 Property and equipment expenditures, net (276) (339) (295) ----------- ----------- ----------- Net cash from investing activities 9,799 12,243 (7,028) CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES Change in deposits (10,436) (10,740) 127 Change in federal funds purchased (7,600) 1,150 (1,400) Change in securities sold under agreements to repurchase 5,973 3,619 6,837 Purchase of treasury stock (5,000) - - Dividends paid (2,162) (2,250) (2,250) ----------- ----------- ----------- Net cash from financing activities (19,225) (8,221) 3,314 ----------- ----------- ----------- Change in cash and due from banks (6,272) 5,642 (1,106) Cash and due from banks at beginning of year 13,243 7,601 8,707 ----------- ----------- ----------- CASH AND DUE FROM BANKS AT END OF YEAR $ 6,971 $ 13,243 $ 7,601 =========== =========== =========== Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information Cash paid during the year for Interest $ 8,371 $ 8,325 $ 8,699 Income taxes 393 687 596 Noncash investing activities Transfers made from loans to other real estate owned 186 113 40 - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. 15. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 1 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND PRINCIPLES OF CONSOLIDATION: The consolidated financial statements include First Ottawa Bancshares, Inc. ("Bancshares") and its wholly owned subsidiary, First National Bank of Ottawa ("the Bank"), together referred to as "the Company." Intercompany transactions and balances are eliminated in consolidation. Bancshares was organized during 1999 and, on October 1, 1999, exchanged 100% of its common stock for 100% of the Bank's common stock. This exchange was accounted for as an internal reorganization. Accordingly, the consolidated financial statements reflect the internal reorganization as if it had occurred on January 1, 1998. USE OF ESTIMATES: To prepare financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles, management makes estimates and assumptions based on available information. These estimates and assumptions affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and the disclosures provided, and future results could differ. The allowance for loan losses, fair values of financial instruments, and status of contingencies are particularly subject to change. CASH FLOW REPORTING: Net cash flows are reported for customer loan and deposit transactions, federal funds purchased, and securities sold under repurchase agreements. SECURITIES: Securities are classified as available-for-sale when they might be sold before maturity. Securities available-for-sale are carried at fair value, with unrealized holding gains and losses reported, net of tax, as other comprehensive income. Equity securities include Federal Home Loan Bank stock and Federal Reserve Bank stock, which are restricted securities that are carried at cost, and a mutual fund investment that is carried at fair value. Securities are written down to fair value, with a charge to expense, when a decline in fair value is not temporary. Realized gains and losses on sales are determined using the amortized cost of the specific security sold. Interest income includes amortization of purchase premiums and discounts. LOANS: Loans are reported at the principal balance outstanding, net of deferred loan fees and costs and the allowance for loan losses. Interest income is reported on the interest method and includes amortization of net deferred loan fees and costs over the loan term. Mortgage loans originated and intended for sale in the secondary market are carried at the lower of cost, net of deferred loan fees, or estimated fair value in the aggregate. Interest income is not reported when full loan repayment is in doubt, typically when payments are past due over 90 days. Payments received on such loans are reported as principal reductions. - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Continued) 16. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 1 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued) ALLOWANCE FOR LOAN LOSSES: The allowance for loan losses is a valuation allowance for probable incurred credit losses, increased by the provision for loan losses and decreased by charge-offs less recoveries. Management estimates the allowance balance required based on past loan loss experience, known and inherent risks in the portfolio, information about specific borrower situations and estimated collateral values, economic conditions, and other factors. Allocations of the allowance may be made for specific loans, but the entire allowance is available for any loan that, in management's judgement, should be charged-off. Loan impairment is reported when full payment under the loan terms is not expected. Impairment is evaluated in total for smaller-balance loans of similar nature, such as residential mortgage and consumer loans, and on an individual loan basis for other loans. If a loan is impaired, a portion of the allowance is allocated so that the loan is reported, net, at the present value of estimated future cash flows using the loan's existing rate or at the loan's observable market price or the fair value of collateral if the loan is collateral dependent. Loans are evaluated for impairment when payments are delayed, typically 90 days or more, or when the internal grading system indicates a doubtful classification. BANK PREMISES AND EQUIPMENT: Asset cost is reported net of accumulated depreciation. Depreciation expense is calculated on the straight-line method over the assets useful lives. These assets are reviewed for impairment when events indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. Maintenance and repairs are charged to expense and improvements are capitalized. MORTGAGE SERVICING RIGHTS: Servicing rights are recognized as assets for the allocated value of servicing rights retained on loans sold and are classified with interest receivable and other assets in the consolidated balance sheets. Servicing rights are expensed in proportion to and over the period of estimated net servicing revenues. Impairment is evaluated based on the fair value of the rights. Any impairment of a grouping is reported as a valuation allowance. There was no such valuation allowance recorded at year-end 2000 and 1999, and mortgage servicing rights were not material at either date. OTHER REAL ESTATE: Real estate owned, other than that used in the normal course of business, is carried at the lower of cost basis (fair value at date of foreclosure) or fair value less estimated costs to sell. Any reduction to fair value from a related loan at the time of acquisition is accounted for as a loan loss. Any subsequent reductions in fair value less estimated costs to sell are recorded by charges to expense and a corresponding valuation allowance on the related real estate. - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Continued) 17. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 1 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued) EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: A defined benefit pension plan covers substantially all employees, with benefits based on years of service and compensation prior to retirement. Pension expense is the net of service cost (prior to freezing the plan) and interest cost, return on plan assets, and amortization of gains and losses not immediately recognized. Contributions to the plan are based on the maximum amount deductible for income tax purposes. On November 10, 1999, all pension plan benefits were frozen with the intent of considering alternative methods of providing retirement benefits to employees. See Note 8 regarding curtailment and settlement losses. A 401(k) profit sharing plan covers eligible employees with more than one year of service (one thousand working hours) and who are at least 21 years of age. The plan allows employee contributions. The Company may make a discretionary matching contribution equal to a percentage of salary deferral. The matching percentage is limited to 6% of compensation. The Company made contributions of $87,000 in 2000 and did not make any contributions for 1999 or 1998. INCOME TAXES: Income tax expense is the sum of the current year income tax due or refundable and the change in deferred tax assets and liabilities. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are the expected future tax consequences of temporary differences between the carrying amounts and tax bases of assets and liabilities, computed using enacted tax rates. A valuation allowance, if needed, reduces deferred tax assets to the amount expected to be realized. FAIR VALUES OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS: Fair values of financial instruments are estimated using relevant market information and other assumptions, as more fully disclosed separately. Fair value estimates involve uncertainties and matters of significant judgment regarding interest rates, credit risk, prepayments, and other factors, especially in the absence of broad markets for particular items. Changes in assumptions or in market conditions could significantly affect the estimates. The fair value estimates of existing on- and off-balance-sheet financial instruments do not include the value of anticipated future business or the values of assets and liabilities not considered financial instruments. EARNINGS PER SHARE: Basic earnings per share is calculated based on the weighted average common shares outstanding during the year. The Company had no dilutive securities during 2000, 1999, or 1998. COMPREHENSIVE INCOME: Comprehensive income includes both net income and other comprehensive income (loss). Other comprehensive income (loss) includes the change in unrealized gains and losses on securities available-for-sale, net of deferred income taxes. - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Continued) 18. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 1 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued) NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS: Beginning January 1, 2001, a new accounting standard will require all derivatives to be recorded at fair value. Unless designated as hedges, changes in these fair values will be recorded in the income statement. Fair value changes involving hedges will generally be recorded by offsetting gains and losses on the hedge and on the hedged item, even if the fair value of the hedged item is not otherwise recorded. This new accounting pronouncement did not have a material effect as the Company had no derivatives at December 31, 2000. RECLASSIFICATIONS: Certain items in the consolidated financial statements as of and for the years ended December 31, 1999 and 1998 have been reclassified, with no effect on net income, to conform with the current year presentation. NOTE 2 - SECURITIES Securities available-for-sale as of December 31, 2000 are as follows: Gross Gross Amortized Unrealized Unrealized Fair Cost Gains Losses Value ---- ----- ------ ----- U.S. Treasury $ 8,043 $ 27 $ (23) $ 8,047 U.S. government agencies 46,327 74 (708) 45,693 States and political subdivisions 32,982 485 (320) 33,147 Mortgage-backed securities and collateralized mortgage obligations 4,187 101 - 4,288 Equity securities 1,238 36 (4) 1,270 ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- $ 92,777 $ 723 $ (1,055) $ 92,445 =========== =========== =========== =========== - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Continued) 19. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 2 - SECURITIES (Continued) Securities available-for-sale as of December 31, 1999 are as follows: Gross Gross Amortized Unrealized Unrealized Fair Cost Gains Losses Value ---- ----- ------ ----- U.S. Treasury $ 12,106 $ - $ (172) $ 11,934 U.S. government agencies 42,370 - (2,170) 40,200 States and political subdivisions 32,944 505 (845) 32,604 Mortgage-backed securities and collateralized mortgage obligations 4,967 90 (5) 5,052 Equity securities 193 - - 193 ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- $ 92,580 $ 595 $ (3,192) $ 89,983 =========== =========== =========== =========== As of December 31, 2000 and 1999, the Company had approximately $6,225,000 and $4,840,000 invested in bonds issued by municipalities located within LaSalle County, Illinois. Securities with an approximate carrying value of $60,415,000 and $38,883,000 were pledged at December 31, 2000 and 1999 to secure trust and public deposits, repurchase agreements, and for other purposes as required or permitted by law. Contractual maturities of securities available-for-sale at year-end 2000 were as follows. Securities not due at a single maturity date, primarily mortgage-backed and equity securities, are shown separately. Amortized Fair Cost Value ---- ----- Due in one year or less $ 11,388 $ 11,381 Due after one year through five years 36,710 36,944 Due after five years through ten years 32,519 31,970 Due after ten years 6,735 6,592 Mortgage-backed securities and collateralized mortgage obligations 4,187 4,288 Equity securities 1,238 1,270 ----------- ----------- $ 92,777 $ 92,445 =========== =========== - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Continued) 20. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 2 - SECURITIES (Continued) Information regarding sales of securities available-for-sale follows: 2000 1999 1998 ---- ---- ---- Proceeds $ 2,452 $ 28,622 $ 18,415 Gross gains 14 125 255 Gross losses (3) (134) - NOTE 3 - LOANS Major classifications of loans as of December 31, 2000 and 1999 are summarized as follows: 2000 1999 ---- ---- Real estate $ 56,109 $ 59,560 Commercial and agricultural 16,266 15,222 Installment, net of unearned income 39,441 48,751 Home equity lines of credit 5,143 4,219 ------------ ------------ 116,959 127,752 Deferred loan fees (40) (46) Allowance for loan losses (1,108) (1,059) ------------ ------------ $ 115,811 $ 126,647 ============ ============ Certain executive officers, directors, and their related interests are loan customers of the Company. A summary of such loans made by the Company in the ordinary course of business is as follows: Balance at December 31, 1999 $ 2,087 New loans 542 Repayments (448) Change due to change in directors (182) ------------ Balance at December 31, 2000 $ 1,999 ============ - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Continued) 21. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 3 - LOANS (Continued) Tax-exempt commercial and agricultural loans totaled approximately $747,000 and $902,000 at December 31, 2000 and 1999. The interest on these loans, which is included in loan income and is exempt from federal income tax, totaled approximately $40,000, $52,000, and $54,000 for the years ended December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998. Loans on which the accrual of interest has been discontinued or reduced amounted to approximately $467,000 and $397,000 at December 31, 2000 and 1999. The average balance of impaired loans for 2000, 1999, and 1998 was approximately $1,295,000, $1,303,000, and $739,000. Interest income recognized on a cash basis from impaired loans was not material for the years ended December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998. Information regarding impaired loans at December 31, 2000 and 1999 is as follows: 2000 1999 ---- ---- Impaired loans with related allowance for loan losses $ 1,570 $ 1,049 Impaired loans with no related allowance for loan losses - 33 ----------- ----------- Total impaired loans $ 1,570 $ 1,082 =========== =========== Allowance for loan losses allocated to impaired loans $ 383 $ 310 =========== =========== NOTE 4 - ALLOWANCE FOR LOAN LOSSES Activity in the allowance for loan losses is summarized as follows for the years ended December 31: 2000 1999 1998 ---- ---- ---- Balance at beginning of year $ 1,059 $ 1,029 $ 800 Recoveries on loans previously charged off 204 118 123 Loans charged off (515) (472) (354) Provision for loan losses 360 384 460 ----------- ----------- ----------- Balance at end of year $ 1,108 $ 1,059 $ 1,029 =========== =========== =========== - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Continued) 22. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 5 - BANK PREMISES AND EQUIPMENT Bank premises and equipment consisted of the following at December 31: 2000 1999 ---- ---- Land $ 466 $ 466 Bank premises 3,290 3,160 Furniture and equipment 2,730 2,585 ----------- ----------- Total cost 6,486 6,211 Less accumulated depreciation and amortization 3,989 3,717 ----------- ----------- Net book value $ 2,497 $ 2,494 =========== =========== NOTE 6 - DEPOSITS At December 31, 2000, the scheduled maturities of certificates of deposit were as follows: 2001 $ 53,128 2002 25,495 2003 17,180 2004 3,906 2005 and thereafter 1,251 ------------ $ 100,960 ============ NOTE 7 - SECURITIES SOLD UNDER AGREEMENTS TO REPURCHASE Securities sold under agreements to repurchase are financing arrangements. Physical control is maintained for all securities sold under repurchase agreements. Information concerning securities sold under agreements to repurchase is summarized as follows: 2000 1999 ---- ---- Average balance during the year $ 19,111 $ 11,690 Average interest rate at year end 6.10% 5.16% Average interest rate during the year 6.06% 4.51% Maximum month-end balance during the year $ 26,772 $ 18,665 - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Continued) 23. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 7 - SECURITIES SOLD UNDER AGREEMENTS TO REPURCHASE (Continued) The following is a schedule of securities sold under repurchase agreements and related securities as of December 31, 2000. The schedule presents the amortized cost and fair value of each type of security sold under agreements to repurchase by selected maturity dates: 1-30 31-90 Over 90 ----OVERNIGHT---- -------DAYS-------- ------DAYS------ ------DAYS------ ------TOTAL----- --------- ---- ---- ---- ----- AMORTIZED FAIR AMORTIZED FAIR AMORTIZED FAIR AMORTIZED FAIR AMORTIZED FAIR COST VALUE COST VALUE COST VALUE COST VALUE COST VALUE --------- ----- --------- ----- --------- ----- --------- ------ --------- ------ U.S. treasuries and agencies $ 6,280 $ 6,088 $ 3,000 $ 2,967 $11,341 $11,130 $1,449 $ 1,506 $22,070 $21,691 ====== ====== ======= ======= ======= ======= ====== ======= ======= ======= Repurchase agreements $12,015 $ 2,500 $ 9,550 $ 573 $24,638 ======= ======= ======= ====== ======= NOTE 8 - PENSION PLAN The following tables set forth the pension plan's funded status and amounts actuarially determined: 2000 1999 1998 ---- ---- ---- Change in benefit obligation Beginning benefit obligation $ 2,649 $ 4,087 $ 3,623 Service cost - 169 174 Interest cost 180 281 254 Curtailment impact - (738) - Special termination benefits - - 459 Actuarial loss (gain) (30) 896 (180) Benefits paid (569) (2,046) (243) ----------- ----------- ----------- Ending benefit obligation $ 2,230 $ 2,649 $ 4,087 =========== =========== =========== Change in plan assets Beginning fair value $ 1,840 $ 3,550 $ 3,400 Actual return (12) 91 195 Employer contribution 108 245 198 Benefits paid (569) (2,046) (243) ----------- ----------- ----------- Ending fair value $ 1,367 $ 1,840 $ 3,550 =========== =========== =========== Funded status $ (863) $ (809) $ (537) Unrecognized net actuarial gain - - 151 Unrecognized transition cost - - 215 ----------- ----------- ----------- Accrued benefit cost $ (863) $ (809) $ (171) =========== =========== =========== - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Continued) 24. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 8 - PENSION PLAN (Continued) 2000 1999 1998 ---- ---- ---- Assumptions used Discount rate 7.0% 7.0% 7.0% Expected return on plan assets 7.0 7.0 7.0 Rate of compensation increase - 4.5 5.5 Components of net periodic benefit cost Service cost $ - $ 169 $ 174 Interest cost 180 281 254 Curtailment and settlement loss - 599 - Return on plan assets 12 (91) (245) Amortization (103) (75) 14 ----------- ----------- ----------- Net expense $ 89 $ 883 $ 197 =========== =========== =========== During 1999, lump-sum distributions totaling $1,898,000 were paid out to participants accepting early retirement benefits resulting in a settlement loss of $408,000. In addition, in November 1999, the Company approved to freeze the pension plan effective in January 2000, resulting in a curtailment loss of $191,000. Settlement and curtailment losses are included in pension cost above. NOTE 9 - INCOME TAXES The components of the provision for income taxes for the years ended December 31 are as follows: 2000 1999 1998 ---- ---- ---- Currently payable tax Federal $ 411 $ 467 $ 658 State - (32) (10) Deferred tax (benefit) expense (154) 14 (105) ----------- ----------- ----------- $ 257 $ 449 $ 543 =========== =========== =========== - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Continued) 25. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 9 - INCOME TAXES (Continued) The balance sheets include the following amounts of deferred tax assets and liabilities at December 31: 2000 1999 ---- ---- Deferred tax assets Unrealized loss on securities available-for-sale $ 113 $ 883 Bad debt deduction 228 209 Pension plan 302 313 Deferred compensation 76 75 Deferred loan fees 13 14 AMT carryforward 139 46 Other 79 19 ----------- ----------- 950 1,559 Deferred tax liabilities Depreciation (75) (86) Mortgage servicing rights (58) (57) FHLB stock dividends (16) - Other (5) (4) ----------- ----------- (154) (147) ----------- ----------- Net deferred tax asset $ 796 $ 1,412 =========== =========== No valuation allowance was required on deferred tax assets. The difference between the financial statement provision and the amounts computed by applying the federal income tax rate of 34% to income before income taxes is reconciled as follows: 2000 1999 1998 ---- ---- ---- Federal income tax expense at statutory rate $ 799 $ 885 $ 1,190 Increase (decrease) in taxes resulting from Tax-exempt interest (576) (642) (534) Nondeductible interest expense 84 79 72 Nontaxable proceeds from life insurance - - (93) State income taxes and other items, net (50) 127 (92) ----------- ----------- ----------- $ 257 $ 449 $ 543 =========== =========== =========== - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Continued) 26. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 10 - COMMITMENTS, OFF-BALANCE-SHEET RISK, AND CONTINGENCIES There are various contingent liabilities that are not reflected in the consolidated financial statements, including claims and legal actions arising in the ordinary course of business. In the opinion of management, after consultation with legal counsel, the ultimate disposition of these matters is not expected to have a material effect on financial condition or results of operations. At year-end 2000 and 1999, reserves of $1,677,000 and $1,819,000 were required as deposits with the Federal Reserve or as cash on hand. These reserves do not earn interest. Some financial instruments are used in the normal course of business to meet the financing needs of customers. These financial instruments include commitments to extend credit, standby letters of credit, and financial guarantees. These involve, to varying degrees, credit and interest-rate risk in excess of the amounts reported in the financial statements. Exposure to credit loss if the other party does not perform is represented by the contractual amount for commitments to extend credit, standby letters of credit, and financial guarantees written. The same credit policies are used for commitments and conditional obligations as are used for loans. Collateral or other security is normally required to support financial instruments with credit risk. Commitments to extend credit are agreements to lend to a customer as long as there is no violation of any condition established in the commitment. Commitments generally have fixed expiration dates or other termination clauses and may require payment of a fee. Since many of the commitments are expected to expire without being used, the total commitments do not necessarily represent future cash requirements. Standby letters of credit and financial guarantees written are conditional commitments to guarantee a customer's performance to a third party. A summary of the notional or contractual amounts of financial instruments with off-balance-sheet risk at year-end follows: 2000 1999 ---- ---- Commitments to extend credit $ 1,364 $ 1,264 Unused lines of credit 9,328 8,288 Standby letter of credit 44 - At December 31, 2000, all of the commitments to extend credit were at variable rates of interest. - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Continued) 27. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 11 - FAIR VALUES OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS The following methods and assumptions were used to estimate fair values for financial instruments. The carrying amount is considered to estimate fair value for cash and due from banks, demand, NOW, money market and savings deposits, federal funds purchased, securities sold under repurchase agreements, accrued interest receivable and payable, and variable rate loans or deposits. Securities fair values are based on quoted market prices or, if no quotes are available, on the rate and term of the security and on information about the issuer. For fixed rate loans or deposits, the fair value is estimated by discounted cash flow analysis using current market rates for the estimated life and credit risk. Fair values for impaired loans are estimated using discounted cash flow analysis or underlying collateral values, where applicable. The fair value of off-balance-sheet items is based on the fees or cost that would currently be charged to enter into or terminate such agreements and is not material. The carrying values and estimated fair values of the Company's financial instruments as of December 31, 2000 and 1999 are as follows: 2000 1999 ---------------------------- ----------------------------- Estimated Estimated Carrying Fair Carrying Fair Value Value Value Value ------------ ------------ ----------- ------------- Financial assets Cash and due from banks $ 6,971 $ 6,971 $ 13,243 $ 13,243 Securities available-for-sale 92,445 92,445 89,983 89,983 Loans held for sale 693 693 1,738 1,738 Loans, net 115,811 114,538 126,647 124,951 Accrued interest receivable 2,627 2,627 2,075 2,075 Financial liabilities Deposits with no stated maturities (72,493) (72,493) (77,487) (77,487) Time deposits and securities sold under agreements to repurchase (125,598) (125,600) (125,067) (124,337) Federal funds purchased - - (7,600) (7,600) Accrued interest payable (1,748) (1,748) (1,594) (1,594) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ (Continued) 28. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 12 - REGULATORY AND CAPITAL MATTERS Bancshares may pay dividends without restriction under the current Federal Reserve regulations so long as it remains "adequately capitalized" after such payment. The Bank is subject to statutory dividend restrictions which provide, in general, that the Bank may pay the current year's earnings and the prior two years' retained earnings without the prior approval of the OCC. The Bank requested and obtained approval of the OCC to pay a special dividend of $5,000,000 to Bancshares, which facilitated the tender offer and redemption discussed below. The Bank also requested and received prior approval to pay up to $2,250,000 in other dividends in the year 2000. Because of the extraordinary $5,000,000 dividend paid in 2000, it will be necessary for the Bank to receive prior approval from the OCC to pay dividends to Bancshares in 2001 and 2002. The Company and the Bank are subject to various regulatory capital requirements administered by the federal banking agencies. Capital adequacy guidelines and prompt corrective action regulations involve quantitative measure of assets, liabilities, and certain off-balance-sheet items calculated under regulatory accounting practices. Capital amounts and classifications are also subject to qualitative judgements by regulators about components, risk weightings, and other factors, and the regulators can lower classifications in certain cases. Failure to meet various capital requirements can initiate regulatory action that could have a direct material effect on the financial statements. The prompt corrective action regulations provide five classifications, including well capitalized, adequately capitalized, undercapitalized, significantly undercapitalized, and critically undercapitalized, although these terms are not used to represent overall financial condition. If adequately capitalized, regulatory approval is required to accept brokered deposits. If undercapitalized, capital distributions are limited, as is asset growth and expansion, and plans for capital restoration are required. Because the Company was formed on October 1, 1999 and its only activity is ownership of the Bank, its capital, capital ratios, and minimum required levels of capital are materially the same as the Bank's. At year end, actual capital levels and minimum required levels for the Bank were: Minimum Required Minimum Required to Be Well Capitalized for Capital Under Prompt Corrective Actual Adequacy Purposes Action Provisions ------------------- -------------------- ----------------------- Amount Ratio Amount Ratio Amount Ratio -------- ----- --------- ----- --------- ----- December 31, 2000 Total capital (to risk- weighted assets) $ 23,910 18.8% $ 10,152 8.0% $ 12,691 10.0% Tier I capital (to risk- weighted assets) 22,609 17.8 5,076 4.0 7,614 6.0 Tier I capital (to average assets) 22,609 10.0 9,000 4.0 11,250 5.0 - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ (Continued) 29. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 12 - REGULATORY MATTERS (Continued) Minimum Required Minimum Required to Be Well Capitalized for Capital Under Prompt Corrective Actual Adequacy Purposes Action Provisions ------------------- -------------------- ----------------------- Amount Ratio Amount Ratio Amount Ratio --------- ----- --------- ----- --------- ----- December 31, 1999 Total capital (to risk- weighted assets) $ 28,756 20.8% $ 11,045 8.0% $ 13,806 10.0% Tier I capital (to risk- weighted assets) 27,697 20.1 5,522 4.0 8,284 6.0 Tier I capital (to average assets) 27,697 11.7 9,512 4.0 11,890 5.0 At December 31, 2000, the Company and the Bank were categorized as well capitalized and management is not aware of any conditions or events since the most recent notification that would change the Company's or Bank's category. During the first quarter of 2000, the Company purchased 87,719 shares of its stock through a tender offer for an aggregate purchase price of $5,000,000. NOTE 13 - OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME Other comprehensive income components and related taxes are as follows: 2000 1999 1998 ----------- ----------- ----------- Unrealized holding gains (losses) on securities available-for-sale $ 2,276 $ (4,827) $ 343 Reclassification adjustments for (gains) losses recognized in income (11) 9 (255) ----------- ----------- ----------- Net unrealized gains (losses) 2,265 (4,818) 88 Tax effect (770) 1,638 (30) ----------- ----------- ----------- Other comprehensive income (loss) $ 1,495 $ (3,180) $ 58 =========== =========== =========== - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 30. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 14 - PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS The following are the condensed balance sheets and statements of income and cash flows for First Ottawa Bancshares, Inc. without subsidiary. Condensed balance sheets as of December 31 are as follows: 2000 1999 ----------- ----------- ASSETS Cash and due from banks $ 9 $ - Investment in subsidiary 22,543 25,983 Dividends receivable 1,325 1,500 Other assets 31 - ----------- ----------- Total assets $ 23,908 $ 27,483 =========== =========== LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY Dividends payable $ 1,325 $ 1,500 Shareholders' equity 22,583 25,983 ----------- ----------- Total liabilities and shareholders' equity $ 23,908 $ 27,483 =========== =========== Condensed statements of income for the years ended December 31 are as follows: 2000 1999 1998 ----------- ----------- ----------- Dividends from Bank $ 7,075 $ 2,250 $ 2,250 Other expenses 79 - - Income tax benefit (30) - - Equity in (overdistributed) undistributed Bank income (4,934) (96) 709 ----------- ----------- ----------- Net income $ 2,092 $ 2,154 $ 2,959 =========== =========== =========== - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ (Continued) 31. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 14 - PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Continued) Condensed statements of cash flows for the years ended December 31 are as follows: 2000 1999 1998 ----------- ----------- ----------- Cash flows from operating activities Net income $ 2,092 $ 2,154 $ 2,959 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities Change in other assets and liabilities 145 - - Equity in overdistributed (undistributed) Bank income 4,934 96 (709) ----------- ----------- ----------- Net cash from operating activities 7,171 2,250 2,250 Cash flows from financing activities Purchase of treasury stock (5,000) - - Dividends paid (2,162) (2,250) (2,250) ----------- ----------- ----------- Net cash from financing activities (7,162) (2,250) (2,250) ----------- ----------- ----------- Net change in cash and cash equivalents 9 - - Beginning cash and cash equivalents - - - ----------- ----------- ----------- Ending cash and cash equivalents $ 9 $ - $ - =========== =========== =========== - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Continued) 32. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998 (Table dollars in thousands) - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE 15 - QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA (UNAUDITED) Net Interest Interest Net Earnings Income Income Income Per Share ----------- ----------- --------- ------------ 2000 First quarter $ 4,013 $ 1,964 $ 543 $ 0.80 Second quarter 3,995 1,909 544 0.82 Third quarter 3,988 1,787 481 0.73 Fourth quarter 3,999 1,810 524 0.79 1999 First quarter 4,105 2,053 682 0.91 Second quarter(a) 4,127 2,068 854 1.14 Third quarter 4,130 2,060 561 0.75 Fourth quarter(b) 4,130 2,046 57 0.07 (a) Net income and earnings per share in the second quarter of 1999 were affected by the sale of loans to a third party with servicing retained. The recording of the originated mortgage servicing rights resulted in increased gains on the sale of those loans. (b) Net income and earnings per share in the fourth quarter of 1999 were affected by a nonrecurring loss on the curtailment of the defined benefit pension plan and the payment of early retirement packages to certain employees. The net effect of this item was to reduce net income by $395,000 and earnings per share by $0.53. - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 33. FIRST OTTAWA BANCSHARES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION ANNUAL MEETING The Annual Meeting of Shareholders will be held at 3 p.m., local time on May 16, 2001 at the Banking House located at 701 LaSalle Street, Ottawa, Illinois 61350. PRICE RANGE OF COMMON STOCK As of March 22, 2001, there were approximately 552 shareholders of record and 662,281 outstanding shares of common stock. The Company's common stock is not traded on any national or regional securities exchange and there is no established public trading market for it. Transactions in the Company's common stock have been infrequent. To the knowledge of the Company's management, since January 1, 2000, an aggregate of approximately 87,319 shares of the Company's common stock was transferred in approximately 74 separate transactions, excluding the 87,719 shares purchased by the Company at $57 per share on January 20, 2000 and March 30, 2000 pursuant to a tender offer. (See Note 12 to the Company's Consolidated Financial Statements.) These transfers represent both transfers for consideration (i.e., sales) and transfers for no consideration (e.g., gifts, estate transfers, etc.). The Company's management is unable to differentiate such transfers and has limited knowledge of the sale prices for transfers involving consideration. The last price known to the Company's management was a sale of 100 shares on February 23, 2001 at $51 per share. The following table sets forth dividends paid per share on the Company's common stock on the dates indicated: Date Dividends --------------- --------- January 1, 1999 $2.00 July 1, 1999 1.00 January 1, 2000 2.00 July 1, 2000 1.00 January 1, 2001 2.00 ANNUAL REPORT A copy of First Ottawa Bancshares, Inc.'s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2000 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission may be obtained without charge by contacting Cheryl Gage, First Ottawa Bancshares, Inc., 701-705 LaSalle Street, Ottawa, Illinois 61350. - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 34.