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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-Q

[X] QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2014

OR

[ ]TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the transition period from ____________ to _____________

LAKELAND FINANCIAL CORPORATION
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
 

 
Indiana
0-11487
35-1559596
(State or Other Jurisdiction
(Commission File Number)
(IRS Employer
of Incorporation or Organization)
 
Identification No.)


202 East Center Street, P.O. Box 1387, Warsaw, Indiana 46581-1387
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)(Zip Code)

(574) 267-6144
(Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant: (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.     Yes X       No _

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

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company.  See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):

Large accelerated filer _     Accelerated filer X     Non-accelerated filer _  (do not check if a smaller reporting company)   Smaller reporting company _

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).   Yes _   No X

Number of shares of common stock outstanding at April 30, 2014:  16,534,617


 
 

 


TABLE OF CONTENTS
   
Page
     
PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
 
   
     
Item 1.
Financial Statements
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Item 2.
Item 3.
Item 4.
     
PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
 
     
Item 1.
Item 1A.
Item 2.
Item 3.
Item 4.
Item 5.
Item 6.
     
     




 
 

 

ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (in thousands except share data)
 
 
March 31,
 
December 31,
 
2014
 
2013
 
(Unaudited)
   
ASSETS
     
Cash and due from banks
 $             67,960
 
 $             55,727
Short-term investments
9,179
 
7,378
  Total cash and cash equivalents
77,139
 
63,105
       
Securities available for sale (carried at fair value)
471,449
 
468,967
Real estate mortgage loans held for sale
2,043
 
1,778
       
Loans, net of allowance for loan losses of $46,137 and $48,797
2,528,053
 
2,486,301
       
Land, premises and equipment, net
39,575
 
39,335
Bank owned life insurance
62,994
 
62,883
Federal Reserve and Federal Home Loan Bank stock
10,732
 
10,732
Accrued interest receivable
8,833
 
8,577
Goodwill
4,970
 
4,970
Other assets
27,936
 
29,116
  Total assets
 $        3,233,724
 
 $        3,175,764
       
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
     
       
LIABILITIES
     
Noninterest bearing deposits
 $           482,189
 
 $           479,606
Interest bearing deposits
2,256,585
 
2,066,462
  Total deposits
2,738,774
 
2,546,068
       
Short-term borrowings
     
  Federal funds purchased
8,000
 
11,000
  Securities sold under agreements to repurchase
81,361
 
104,876
  Other short-term borrowings
25,000
 
146,000
    Total short-term borrowings
114,361
 
261,876
       
Long-term borrowings
35
 
37
Subordinated debentures
30,928
 
30,928
Accrued interest payable
2,938
 
2,918
Other liabilities
14,597
 
11,973
    Total liabilities
2,901,633
 
2,853,800
       
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
     
Common stock:  90,000,000 shares authorized, no par value
     
 16,533,617 shares issued and 16,433,341 outstanding as of March 31, 2014
     
 16,475,716 shares issued and 16,377,449 outstanding as of December 31, 2013
93,789
 
93,249
Retained earnings
239,889
 
233,108
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
454
 
(2,494)
Treasury stock, at cost (2014 - 100,276 shares, 2013 - 98,267 shares)
(2,130)
 
(1,988)
  Total stockholders' equity
332,002
 
321,875
  Noncontrolling interest
89
 
89
  Total equity
332,091
 
321,964
    Total liabilities and equity
 $        3,233,724
 
 $        3,175,764

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.


 
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (unaudited - in thousands except share and per share data)
 
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
March 31,
 
2014
 
2013
NET INTEREST INCOME
     
Interest and fees on loans
     
  Taxable
 $        25,334
 
 $        24,486
  Tax exempt
                  98
 
                102
Interest and dividends on securities
     
  Taxable
             2,011
 
                945
  Tax exempt
                819
 
                735
Interest on short-term investments
                    8
 
                  24
    Total interest income
           28,270
 
           26,292
       
Interest on deposits
             3,187
 
             4,637
Interest on borrowings
     
  Short-term
                151
 
                  91
  Long-term
                252
 
                307
    Total interest expense
             3,590
 
             5,035
       
NET INTEREST INCOME
           24,680
 
           21,257
       
Provision for loan losses
                    0
 
                    0
       
NET INTEREST INCOME AFTER PROVISION FOR
     
  LOAN LOSSES
           24,680
 
           21,257
       
NONINTEREST INCOME
     
Wealth advisory fees
             1,039
 
                944
Investment brokerage fees
             1,117
 
                949
Service charges on deposit accounts
             2,151
 
             1,971
Loan, insurance and service fees
             1,458
 
             1,456
Merchant card fee income
                350
 
                276
Bank owned life insurance income
                372
 
                393
Other income
                875
 
                982
Mortgage banking income
                  65
 
                509
Net securities gains
                    0
 
                    1
  Total noninterest income
             7,427
 
             7,481
       
NONINTEREST EXPENSE
     
Salaries and employee benefits
             9,987
 
             9,165
Net occupancy expense
             1,110
 
                846
Equipment costs
                773
 
                609
Data processing fees and supplies
             1,491
 
             1,293
Corporate and business development
                416
 
                406
FDIC insurance and other regulatory fees
                477
 
                463
Professional fees
                800
 
                595
Other expense
             1,736
 
             1,516
  Total noninterest expense
           16,790
 
           14,893
       
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSE
           15,317
 
           13,845
Income tax expense
             5,405
 
             4,599
NET INCOME
 $          9,912
 
 $          9,246
       
BASIC WEIGHTED AVERAGE COMMON SHARES
    16,513,645
 
    16,408,710
BASIC EARNINGS PER COMMON SHARE
 $            0.60
 
 $            0.56
DILUTED WEIGHTED AVERAGE COMMON SHARES
    16,713,853
 
    16,527,171
DILUTED EARNINGS PER COMMON SHARE
 $            0.59
 
 $            0.56

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.


 
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (unaudited - in thousands)
 
     
Three months ended March 31,
     
2014
 
2013
Net income
 $            9,912
 
 $            9,246
Other comprehensive income
     
 
Change in securities available for sale:
     
   
Unrealized holding gain (loss) on securities available for sale
     
   
  arising during the period
               4,791
 
              (1,040)
   
Reclassification adjustment for (gains) losses included in net income
0
 
(1)
   
Net securities gain (loss) activity during the period
               4,791
 
              (1,041)
   
Tax effect
              (1,904)
 
                  397
   
Net of tax amount
               2,887
 
                 (644)
 
Defined benefit pension plans:
     
   
Net gain (loss) on defined benefit pension plans
64
 
(151)
   
Amortization of net actuarial loss
                    49
 
                    55
   
Net gain (loss) activity during the period
                  113
 
(96)
   
Tax effect
                   (52)
 
                    39
   
Net of tax amount
                    61
 
                   (57)
   
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
               2,948
 
                 (701)
Comprehensive income
 $          12,860
 
 $            8,545

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
































 
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (unaudited - in thousands except share and per share data)
 
 
             
Accumulated
       
             
Other
     
Total
 
Common Stock
 
Retained
 
Comprehensive
 
Treasury
 
Stockholders'
 
Shares
 
Stock
 
Earnings
 
Income (Loss)
 
Stock
 
Equity
                       
                       
Balance at January 1, 2013
     16,290,136
 
 $    90,039
 
 $    203,654
 
 $                   5,689
 
 $    (1,643)
 
 $           297,739
Comprehensive income:
                     
  Net income
       
           9,246
         
                  9,246
 Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
           
                       (701)
     
                    (701)
  Treasury shares purchased under deferred
                     
    directors' plan
             (6,466)
 
            173
         
          (173)
 
                         0
  Treasury stock sold and distributed under deferred
                     
    directors' plan
              3,018
 
            (54)
         
              54
   
  Stock activity under equity incentive plans
            47,234
 
(138)
             
                    (138)
  Stock based compensation expense
   
            439
             
                     439
Balance at March 31, 2013
     16,333,922
 
 $    90,459
 
 $    212,900
 
 $                   4,988
 
 $    (1,762)
 
 $           306,585
                       
Balance at January 1, 2014
     16,377,449
 
 $    93,249
 
 $    233,108
 
 $                 (2,494)
 
 $    (1,988)
 
 $           321,875
Comprehensive income:
                     
  Net income
       
           9,912
         
                  9,912
 Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
           
                      2,948
     
                  2,948
  Cash dividends declared, $0.19 per share
       
       (3,131) 
         
                 (3,131)
  Treasury shares purchased under deferred
                     
    directors' plan
             (5,446)
 
            209
         
          (209)
 
                         0
  Treasury stock sold and distributed under deferred
                     
    directors' plan
              3,437
 
            (67)
         
              67
 
                         0
  Stock activity under equity incentive plans
            57,901
 
          (199)
             
                    (199)
  Stock based compensation expense
   
            597
             
                     597
Balance at March 31, 2014
     16,433,341
 
 $    93,789
 
 $    239,889
 
 $                      454
 
 $    (2,130)
 
 $           332,002


The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

 
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (unaudited - in thousands)
 
     
Three Months Ended March 31, 
2014
 
2013
Cash flows from operating activities:
     
Net income
 $              9,912
 
 $              9,246
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating
     
      activities:
     
  Depreciation
                    830
 
                    679
  Loss on sale and write down of other real estate owned
                        1
 
                        0
  Amortization of intangible assets
                        0
 
                      12
  Amortization of loan servicing rights
                    130
 
                    168
  Net change in loan servicing rights valuation allowance
                        0
 
                    (37)
  Loans originated for sale
               (7,035)
 
             (29,409)
  Net gain on sales of loans
                  (192)
 
               (1,021)
  Proceeds from sale of loans
                 6,892
 
               32,949
  Net gain on sales and calls of securities available for sale
                        0
 
                      (1)
  Net securities amortization
                 1,490
 
                 2,720
  Stock based compensation expense
                    597
 
                    439
  Earnings on life insurance
                  (372)
 
                  (383)
  Tax benefit of stock option exercises
                    (13)
 
                    (14)
  Net change:
     
    Interest receivable and other assets
                  (299)
 
               (1,005)
    Interest payable and other liabilities
                 2,953
 
                 8,765
      Total adjustments
                 4,982
 
               13,862
        Net cash from operating activities
               14,894
 
               23,108
Cash flows from investing activities:
     
  Proceeds from maturities, calls and principal paydowns of
     
    securities available for sale
               14,277
 
               38,293
  Purchases of securities available for sale
             (13,457)
 
             (57,736)
  Purchase of life insurance
                    (86)
 
                    (79)
  Loans sold or participated to others
                 4,836
 
                        0
  Net increase in total loans
             (47,325)
 
               (5,567)
  Purchases of land, premises and equipment
               (1,070)
 
                  (341)
  Proceeds from sales of other real estate owned
                      13
 
                        0
  Distribution from life insurance
                    302
 
                        0
        Net cash from investing activities
             (42,510)
 
             (25,430)
Cash flows from financing activities:
     
  Net increase (decrease) in total deposits
             192,706
 
           (130,568)
  Net decrease in short-term borrowings
           (147,515)
 
               (8,368)
  Payments on long-term borrowings
                      (2)
 
             (15,001)
  Common dividends paid
               (3,131)
 
                        0
  Payments related to equity incentive plans
                  (199)
 
                  (138)
  Purchase of treasury stock
                  (209)
 
                  (173)
        Net cash from financing activities
               41,650
 
           (154,248)
Net change in cash and cash equivalents
               14,034
 
           (156,570)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the period
               63,105
 
             232,237
Cash and cash equivalents at end of the period
 $            77,139
 
 $            75,667
Cash paid during the period for:
     
    Interest
 $              3,570
 
 $              5,232
    Income taxes
                    465
 
                        0
Supplemental non-cash disclosures:
     
    Loans transferred to other real estate owned
                    737
 
                        0
    Securities purchases payable
                        0
 
                 5,216

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.





 
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NOTE 1. BASIS OF PRESENTATION

This report is filed for Lakeland Financial Corporation (the “Company”) and its wholly owned subsidiaries, Lake City Bank (the “Bank”), and LCB Risk Management, a captive insurance company. All significant inter-company balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. Also included in this report is the Bank’s wholly owned subsidiary, LCB Investments II, Inc. (“LCB Investments”), which manages a portion of the Bank’s investment portfolio.  LCB Investments also owns LCB Funding, Inc. (“LCB Funding”), a real estate investment trust.

The unaudited consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) for interim financial information and with the instructions for Form 10-Q. Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and footnotes required by GAAP for complete financial statements and are unaudited. In the opinion of management, all adjustments (all of which are normal and recurring in nature) considered necessary for a fair presentation have been included. Operating results for the three-month period ending March 31, 2014 are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for any subsequent reporting periods, including the year ending December 31, 2014. The 2013 Lakeland Financial Corporation Annual Report on Form 10-K should be read in conjunction with these statements.

NOTE 2. SECURITIES

Information related to the fair value and amortized cost of securities available for sale and the related gross unrealized gains and losses recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) is provided in the tables below.

     
Gross
 
Gross
   
 
Amortized
 
Unrealized
 
Unrealized
 
Fair
(dollars in thousands)
Cost
 
Gain
 
Losses
 
Value
March 31, 2014
             
  U.S. Treasury securities
 $         1,000
 
 $               11
 
 $                 0
 
 $         1,011
  Agency residential mortgage-backed securities
372,570
 
6,203
 
(5,349)
 
373,424
  State and municipal securities
95,121
 
3,103
 
(1,210)
 
97,014
    Total
 $    468,691
 
 $         9,317
 
 $       (6,559)
 
 $    471,449
               
December 31, 2013
             
  U.S. Treasury securities
 $           1,001
 
 $                16
 
 $                  0
 
 $           1,017
  Agency residential mortgage-backed securities
374,611
 
5,301
 
(7,935)
 
371,977
  State and municipal securities
95,388
 
2,597
 
(2,012)
 
95,973
    Total
 $       471,000
 
 $           7,914
 
 $         (9,947)
 
 $       468,967

There was no other than temporary impairment recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) for securities available for sale at March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013.

Information regarding the fair value and amortized cost of available for sale debt securities by maturity as of March 31, 2014 is presented below. Maturity information is based on contractual maturity for all securities other than mortgage-backed securities. Actual maturities of securities may differ from contractual maturities because borrowers may have the right to prepay the obligation without a prepayment penalty.

 
Amortized
 
Fair
(dollars in thousands)
Cost
 
Value
Due in one year or less
 $            4,168
 
 $         4,201
Due after one year through five years
17,443
 
18,468
Due after five years through ten years
43,033
 
44,208
Due after ten years
31,477
 
31,148
 
96,121
 
98,025
Mortgage-backed securities
372,570
 
373,424
  Total debt securities
 $       468,691
 
 $    471,449

 
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There were no securities sales during the first three months of 2014 or 2013.  All the gains in 2013 were from calls.

Purchase premiums or discounts are recognized in interest income using the interest method over the terms of the securities or over the estimated lives of mortgage-backed securities. Gains and losses on sales are based on the amortized cost of the security sold and recorded on the trade date.

Securities with carrying values of $238.9 million and $192.4 million were pledged as of March 31, 2014 and 2013, as collateral for deposits of public funds, securities sold under agreements to repurchase, borrowings from the Federal Home Loan Bank and for other purposes as permitted or required by law.

Information regarding securities with unrealized losses as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 is presented below. The tables divide the securities between those with unrealized losses for less than twelve months and those with unrealized losses for twelve months or more.

 
Less than 12 months
 
12 months or more
 
Total
 
Fair
 
Unrealized
 
Fair
 
Unrealized
 
Fair
 
Unrealized
(dollars in thousands)
Value
 
Losses
 
Value
 
Losses
 
Value
 
Losses
March 31, 2014
                     
Agency residential mortgage-backed
                     
  securities
 $   147,322
 
 $  (3,847)
 
 $ 27,140
 
 $  (1,502)
 
 $   174,462
 
 $  (5,349)
State and municipal securities
13,167
 
(432)
 
10,695
 
(778)
 
23,862
 
(1,210)
  Total temporarily impaired
 $   160,489
 
 $  (4,279)
 
 $ 37,835
 
 $  (2,280)
 
 $   198,324
 
 $  (6,559)
                       
December 31, 2013
                     
Agency residential mortgage-backed
                     
  securities
 $      177,779
 
 $    (6,444)
 
 $   34,093
 
 $    (1,491)
 
 $      211,872
 
 $    (7,935)
State and municipal securities
24,610
 
(1,102)
 
8,037
 
(910)
 
32,647
 
(2,012)
  Total temporarily impaired
 $      202,389
 
 $    (7,546)
 
 $   42,130
 
 $    (2,401)
 
 $      244,519
 
 $    (9,947)

The total number of securities with unrealized losses as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 is presented below.

 
Less than
 
12 months
   
 
12 months
 
or more
 
Total
March 31, 2014
         
Agency residential mortgage-backed securities
43
 
8
 
51
State and municipal securities
34
 
18
 
52
  Total temporarily impaired
77
 
26
 
103
           
 
 
Less than
 
12 months
   
 
12 months
 
or more
 
Total
December 31, 2013
         
Agency residential mortgage-backed securities
49
 
10
 
59
State and municipal securities
59
 
12
 
71
  Total temporarily impaired
108
 
22
 
130

The following factors are considered in determining whether or not the impairment of these securities is other-than-temporary. In making this determination, management considers the extent and duration of the unrealized loss, and the financial condition and near-term prospects of the issuer. Management also assesses whether it intends to sell, or it is more likely than not that it will be required to sell, a security in an unrealized loss position before recovery of its amortized cost basis. If either of the criteria regarding intent or requirement to sell is met, the entire difference between amortized cost and fair value is recognized as impairment through earnings. For debt securities that do not meet the aforementioned criteria, the amount of impairment is split into two components as follows: 1) other-than-temporary impairment (OTTI) related to credit loss, which must be recognized in the income statement and 2) OTTI related to other factors, which is recognized in other comprehensive income.  Credit loss is defined as the difference between the present value of the cash flows expected to be collected and the amortized cost basis. For equity securities, the entire amount of impairment is recognized through earnings. Ninety-nine percent of the securities are backed by the U.S. government, government agencies, government sponsored agencies or are A-rated or better, except for certain non-local or local municipal securities, which are not rated. For the government, government-sponsored agency and municipal securities, management did not have concerns of credit losses and there was nothing to indicate that full principal would not be received. Management considered the unrealized losses on these securities to be primarily interest rate driven and does not expect material losses given current market conditions unless the securities are sold. However, at this time management does not have the intent to sell, and it is more likely than not that it will not be required to sell these securities before the recovery of their amortized cost basis.

 
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NOTE 3. LOANS

 
March 31,
December 31,
(dollars in thousands)
2014
2013
Commercial and industrial loans:
           
  Working capital lines of credit loans
 $       476,818
      18.5
 %
 $       457,690
      18.0
 %
  Non-working capital loans
          467,679
      18.2
 
          443,877
      17.5
 
    Total commercial and industrial loans
          944,497
      36.7
 
          901,567
      35.6
 
             
Commercial real estate and multi-family residential loans:
           
  Construction and land development loans
          144,978
        5.6
 
          157,630
        6.2
 
  Owner occupied loans
          388,052
      15.1
 
          370,386
      14.6
 
  Nonowner occupied loans
          424,143
      16.5
 
          394,748
      15.6
 
  Multifamily loans
            57,882
        2.2
 
            63,443
        2.5
 
    Total commercial real estate and multi-family residential loans
       1,015,055
      39.4
 
          986,207
      38.9
 
             
Agri-business and agricultural loans:
           
  Loans secured by farmland
109,260
        4.2
 
133,458
        5.3
 
  Loans for agricultural production
104,384
        4.1
 
120,571
        4.8
 
    Total agri-business and agricultural loans
213,644
        8.3
 
254,029
      10.0
 
             
Other commercial loans
            77,324
        3.0
 
            70,770
        2.8
 
  Total commercial loans
       2,250,520
      87.4
 
       2,212,573
      87.3
 
             
Consumer 1-4 family mortgage loans:
           
  Closed end first mortgage loans
          135,111
        5.3
 
          125,444
        4.9
 
  Open end and junior lien loans
          139,185
        5.4
 
          146,946
        5.8
 
  Residential construction and land development loans
              5,658
        0.2
 
              4,640
        0.2
 
  Total consumer 1-4 family mortgage loans
          279,954
      10.9
 
          277,030
      10.9
 
             
Other consumer loans
            44,319
        1.7
 
            46,125
        1.8
 
  Total consumer loans
          324,273
      12.6
 
          323,155
      12.7
 
  Subtotal
       2,574,793
    100.0
 %
       2,535,728
    100.0
 %
Less:  Allowance for loan losses
           (46,137)
   
           (48,797)
   
           Net deferred loan fees
                (603)
   
                (630)
   
Loans, net
 $    2,528,053
   
 $    2,486,301
   




 
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NOTE 4. ALLOWANCE FOR LOAN LOSSES AND CREDIT QUALITY

The following tables present the activity in the allowance for loan losses by portfolio segment for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2014 and 2013:

     
Commercial
                       
     
Real Estate
                       
 
Commercial
 
and
 
Agri-business
     
Consumer
           
 
and
 
Multifamily
 
and
 
Other
 
1-4 Family
 
Other
       
(dollars in thousands)
Industrial
 
Residential
 
Agricultural
 
Commercial
 
Mortgage
 
Consumer
 
Unallocated
 
Total
March 31, 2014
 
Beginning balance
 $     21,005
 
 $        18,556
 
 $          1,682
 
 $          391
 
 $       3,046
 
 $          608
 
 $       3,509
 
 $     48,797
  Provision for loan losses
720
 
(388)
 
(279)
 
(142)
 
132
 
(23)
 
(20)
 
0
  Loans charged-off
(30)
 
(2,531)
 
0
 
0
 
(115)
 
(75)
 
0
 
(2,751)
  Recoveries
35
 
11
 
5
 
0
 
1
 
39
 
0
 
91
    Net loans charged-off
5
 
(2,520)
 
5
 
0
 
(114)
 
(36)
 
0
 
(2,660)
Ending balance
 $     21,730
 
 $        15,648
 
 $          1,408
 
 $          249
 
 $       3,064
 
 $          549
 
 $       3,489
 
 $     46,137
                               
 
     
Commercial
                       
     
Real Estate
                       
 
Commercial
 
and
 
Agri-business
     
Consumer
           
 
and
 
Multifamily
 
and
 
Other
 
1-4 Family
 
Other
       
(dollars in thousands)
Industrial
 
Residential
 
Agricultural
 
Commercial
 
Mortgage
 
Consumer
 
Unallocated
 
Total
March 31, 2013
 
Beginning balance
 $     22,342
 
 $        20,812
 
 $          1,403
 
 $          240
 
 $       2,682
 
 $          609
 
 $       3,357
 
 $     51,445
  Provision for loan losses
(359)
 
253
 
(142)
 
(17)
 
270
 
(23)
 
18
 
0
  Loans charged-off
(133)
 
(906)
 
0
 
0
 
(108)
 
(59)
 
0
 
(1,206)
  Recoveries
263
 
261
 
2
 
0
 
22
 
31
 
0
 
579
    Net loans charged-off
130
 
(645)
 
2
 
0
 
(86)
 
(28)
 
0
 
(627)
Ending balance
 $     22,113
 
 $        20,420
 
 $          1,263
 
 $          223
 
 $       2,866
 
 $          558
 
 $       3,375
 
 $     50,818






















 
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The following tables present the balance in the allowance for loan losses and the recorded investment in loans by portfolio segment and based on impairment method as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013:

     
Commercial
                       
     
Real Estate
                       
 
Commercial
 
and
 
Agri-business
     
Consumer
           
 
and
 
Multifamily
 
and
 
Other
 
1-4 Family
 
Other
       
(dollars in thousands)
Industrial
 
Residential
 
Agricultural
 
Commercial
 
Mortgage
 
Consumer
 
Unallocated
 
Total
March 31, 2014
                             
Allowance for loan losses:
                             
  Ending allowance balance attributable to loans:
                             
    Individually evaluated for impairment
 $       3,521
 
 $          2,002
 
 $               26
 
 $              0
 
 $          500
 
 $            33
 
 $              0
 
 $        6,082
    Collectively evaluated for impairment
18,209
 
13,646
 
1,382
 
249
 
2,564
 
516
 
3,489
 
40,055
Total ending allowance balance
 $     21,730
 
 $        15,648
 
 $          1,408
 
 $          249
 
 $       3,064
 
 $          549
 
 $       3,489
 
 $      46,137
                               
Loans:
                             
  Loans individually evaluated for impairment
 $     16,458
 
 $        12,753
 
 $             875
 
 $              0
 
 $       3,934
 
 $            91
 
 $              0
 
 $      34,111
  Loans collectively evaluated for impairment
928,325
 
1,000,956
 
212,865
 
77,322
 
276,429
 
44,182
 
0
 
2,540,079
Total ending loans balance
 $   944,783
 
 $   1,013,709
 
 $      213,740
 
 $     77,322
 
 $   280,363
 
 $     44,273
 
 $              0
 
 $ 2,574,190
 
                               
     
Commercial
                       
     
Real Estate
                       
 
Commercial
 
and
 
Agri-business
     
Consumer
           
 
and
 
Multifamily
 
and
 
Other
 
1-4 Family
 
Other
       
(dollars in thousands)
Industrial
 
Residential
 
Agricultural
 
Commercial
 
Mortgage
 
Consumer
 
Unallocated
 
Total
December 31, 2013
                             
Allowance for loan losses:
                             
  Ending allowance balance attributable to loans:
                             
    Individually evaluated for impairment
 $       4,144
 
 $          4,598
 
 $               38
 
 $              0
 
 $          479
 
 $            57
 
 $              0
 
 $        9,316
    Collectively evaluated for impairment
16,861
 
13,959
 
1,644
 
391
 
2,566
 
551
 
3,509
 
39,481
Total ending allowance balance
 $     21,005
 
 $        18,557
 
 $          1,682
 
 $          391
 
 $       3,045
 
 $          608
 
 $       3,509
 
 $      48,797
                               
Loans:
                             
  Loans individually evaluated for impairment
 $     16,196
 
 $        22,204
 
 $          1,114
 
 $              0
 
 $       3,594
 
 $          119
 
 $              0
 
 $      43,227
  Loans collectively evaluated for impairment
885,651
 
962,673
 
253,011
 
70,766
 
273,812
 
45,958
 
0
 
2,491,871
Total ending loans balance
 $   901,847
 
 $      984,877
 
 $      254,125
 
 $     70,766
 
 $   277,406
 
 $     46,077
 
 $              0
 
 $ 2,535,098

The recorded investment in loans does not include accrued interest.















 
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The following table presents loans individually evaluated for impairment by class of loans as of March 31, 2014:

 
Unpaid
     
Allowance for
 
Principal
 
Recorded
 
Loan Losses
(dollars in thousands)
Balance
 
Investment
 
Allocated
With no related allowance recorded:
         
  Commercial and industrial loans:
         
    Working capital lines of credit loans
 $                  112
 
 $                  111
 
 $                       0
  Commercial real estate and multi-family residential loans:
         
    Owner occupied loans
505
 
285
 
0
    Nonowner occupied loans
352
 
352
 
0
  Agri-business and agricultural loans:
         
    Loans secured by farmland
381
 
382
 
0
  Consumer 1-4 family loans:
         
    Closed end first mortgage loans
688
 
689
 
0
    Open end and junior lien loans
74
 
74
 
0
    Residential construction loans
144
 
145
 
0
  Other consumer loans
1
 
1
 
0
With an allowance recorded:
         
  Commercial and industrial loans:
         
    Working capital lines of credit loans
2,015
 
2,014
 
640
    Non-working capital loans
17,890
 
14,333
 
2,881
  Commercial real estate and multi-family residential loans:
         
    Construction and land development loans
2,665
 
2,664
 
726
    Owner occupied loans
2,127
 
2,105
 
448
    Nonowner occupied loans
7,979
 
7,347
 
828
  Agri-business and agricultural loans:
         
    Loans secured by farmland
992
 
493
 
26
  Consumer 1-4 family mortgage loans:
         
    Closed end first mortgage loans
3,057
 
2,926
 
497
    Open end and junior lien loans
101
 
100
 
3
  Other consumer loans
90
 
90
 
33
Total
 $             39,173
 
 $             34,111
 
 $               6,082

The recorded investment in loans does not include accrued interest.

















 
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The following table presents loans individually evaluated for impairment by class of loans as of December 31, 2013:

 
Unpaid
     
Allowance for
 
Principal
 
Recorded
 
Loan Losses
(dollars in thousands)
Balance
 
Investment
 
Allocated
With no related allowance recorded:
         
  Commercial and industrial loans:
         
    Working capital lines of credit loans
 $                      63
 
 $                      63
 
 $                        0
  Commercial real estate and multi-family residential loans:
         
    Owner occupied loans
377
 
196
 
0
  Agri-business and agricultural loans:
         
    Loans secured by farmland
604
 
604
 
0
  Other commercial loans
         
  Consumer 1-4 family loans:
         
    Closed end first mortgage loans
688
 
689
 
0
    Open end and junior lien loans
81
 
81
 
0
    Residential construction loans
150
 
150
 
0
  Other consumer loans
1
 
1
 
0
With an allowance recorded:
         
  Commercial and industrial loans:
         
    Working capital lines of credit loans
5,251
 
2,641
 
984
    Non-working capital loans
15,345
 
13,492
 
3,160
  Commercial real estate and multi-family residential loans:
         
    Construction and land development loans
2,795
 
2,795
 
585
    Owner occupied loans
5,553
 
4,681
 
723
    Nonowner occupied loans
15,163
 
14,532
 
3,290
  Agri-business and agricultural loans:
         
    Loans secured by farmland
1,008
 
510
 
38
  Consumer 1-4 family mortgage loans:
         
    Closed end first mortgage loans
3,469
 
2,463
 
442
    Open end and junior lien loans
211
 
211
 
37
  Other consumer loans
118
 
118
 
57
Total
 $               50,877
 
 $               43,227
 
 $                 9,316

The recorded investment in loans does not include accrued interest.

















 
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The following table presents loans individually evaluated for impairment by class of loans as of March 31, 2014:

         
Cash Basis
 
Average
 
Interest
 
Interest
 
Recorded
 
Income
 
Income
(dollars in thousands)
Investment
 
Recognized
 
Recognized
With no related allowance recorded:
         
  Commercial and industrial loans:
         
    Working capital lines of credit loans
 $                  112
 
 $                       1
 
 $                       0
  Commercial real estate and multi-family residential loans:
         
    Owner occupied loans
318
 
0
 
0
    Nonowner occupied loans
355
 
0
 
0
  Agri-business and agricultural loans:
         
    Loans secured by farmland
393
 
0
 
0
  Consumer 1-4 family loans:
         
    Closed end first mortgage loans
689
 
0
 
0
    Open end and junior lien loans
68
 
0
 
0
    Residential construction loans
147
 
0
 
0
  Other consumer loans
1
 
0
 
0
With an allowance recorded:
         
  Commercial and industrial loans:
         
    Working capital lines of credit loans
2,450
 
12
 
13
    Non-working capital loans
13,783
 
126
 
126
  Commercial real estate and multi-family residential loans:
         
    Construction and land development loans
2,631
 
15
 
15
    Owner occupied loans
3,710
 
13
 
14
    Nonowner occupied loans
11,834
 
34
 
34
  Agri-business and agricultural loans:
         
    Loans secured by farmland
501
 
0
 
0
  Consumer 1-4 family mortgage loans:
         
    Closed end first mortgage loans
2,933
 
16
 
19
    Open end and junior lien loans
117
 
0
 
0
  Other consumer loans
92
 
0
 
0
Total
 $             40,134
 
 $                  217
 
 $                  221

The recorded investment in loans does not include accrued interest.


















 
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The following table presents loans individually evaluated for impairment by class of loans as of March 31, 2013:

         
Cash Basis
 
Average
 
Interest
 
Interest
 
Recorded
 
Income
 
Income
(dollars in thousands)
Investment
 
Recognized
 
Recognized
With no related allowance recorded:
         
  Commercial and industrial loans:
         
    Working capital lines of credit loans
 $                      65
 
 $                        0
 
 $                        0
    Non-working capital loans
34
 
0
 
0
  Commercial real estate and multi-family residential loans:
         
    Owner occupied loans
566
 
0
 
0
  Agri-business and agricultural loans:
         
    Loans secured by farmland
521
 
0
 
0
  Consumer 1-4 family loans:
         
    Closed end first mortgage loans
58
 
0
 
0
    Open end and junior lien loans
41
 
0
 
0
  Other consumer loans
1
 
0
 
0
With an allowance recorded:
         
  Commercial and industrial loans:
         
    Working capital lines of credit loans
3,170
 
13
 
13
    Non-working capital loans
14,412
 
135
 
137
  Commercial real estate and multi-family residential loans:
         
    Construction and land development loans
4,528
 
45
 
52
    Owner occupied loans
4,300
 
29
 
31
    Nonowner occupied loans
24,299
 
84
 
87
  Agri-business and agricultural loans:
         
    Loans secured by farmland
327
 
0
 
0
  Consumer 1-4 family mortgage loans:
         
    Closed end first mortgage loans
2,499
 
0
 
19
    Open end and junior lien loans
40
 
0
 
0
  Other consumer loans
80
 
0
 
0
Total
 $               55,132
 
 $                    306
 
 $                    339

The recorded investment in loans does not include accrued interest.




















 
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The following table presents the aging of the recorded investment in past due loans as of March 31, 2014 by class of loans:

     
30-89
 
Greater than
           
 
Loans Not
 
Days
 
90 Days
     
Total
   
(dollars in thousands)
Past Due
 
Past Due
 
Past Due
 
Nonaccrual
 
Past Due
 
Total
  Commercial and industrial loans:
                     
    Working capital lines of credit loans
 $    476,355
 
 $     375
 
 $              0
 
 $          343
 
 $        718
 
 $    477,073
    Non-working capital loans
463,387
 
9
 
0
 
4,314
 
4,323
 
467,710
  Commercial real estate and multi-family
                     
  residential loans:
                     
    Construction and land development loans
143,993
 
0
 
0
 
535
 
535
 
144,528
    Owner occupied loans
385,623
 
0
 
0
 
2,128
 
2,128
 
387,751
    Nonowner occupied loans
418,671
 
0
 
0
 
4,946
 
4,946
 
423,617
    Multifamily loans
57,813
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
57,813
  Agri-business and agricultural loans:
                     
    Loans secured by farmland
108,394
 
0
 
0
 
874
 
874
 
109,268
    Loans for agricultural production
104,472
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
104,472
  Other commercial loans
77,322
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
77,322
  Consumer 1-4 family mortgage loans:
                     
    Closed end first mortgage loans
132,071
 
1,205
 
21
 
1,545
 
2,771
 
134,842
    Open end and junior lien loans
139,570
 
127
 
0
 
175
 
302
 
139,872
    Residential construction loans
5,504
 
0
 
0
 
145
 
145
 
5,649
  Other consumer loans
44,103
 
92
 
0
 
78
 
170
 
44,273
Total
 $ 2,557,278
 
 $  1,808
 
 $            21
 
 $    15,083
 
 $  16,912
 
 $ 2,574,190

The recorded investment in loans does not include accrued interest.

The following table presents the aging of the recorded investment in past due loans as of December 31, 2013 by class of loans:

     
30-89
 
Greater than
           
 
Loans Not
 
Days
 
90 Days
     
Total
   
(dollars in thousands)
Past Due
 
Past Due
 
Past Due
 
Nonaccrual
 
Past Due
 
Total
  Commercial and industrial loans:
                     
    Working capital lines of credit loans
 $       456,136
 
 $           0
 
 $               0
 
 $        1,819
 
 $      1,819
 
 $       457,955
    Non-working capital loans
440,050
 
46
 
0
 
3,796
 
3,842
 
443,892
  Commercial real estate and multi-family
                     
  residential loans:
                     
    Construction and land development loans
156,594
 
0
 
0
 
544
 
544
 
157,138
    Owner occupied loans
366,955
 
0
 
0
 
3,156
 
3,156
 
370,111
    Nonowner occupied loans
382,478
 
0
 
0
 
11,758
 
11,758
 
394,236
    Multifamily loans
63,392
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
63,392
  Agri-business and agricultural loans:
                     
    Loans secured by farmland
132,347
 
0
 
0
 
1,113
 
1,113
 
133,460
    Loans for agricultural production
120,665
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
120,665
  Other commercial loans
70,766
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
70,766
  Consumer 1-4 family mortgage loans:
                     
    Closed end first mortgage loans
122,370
 
1,645
 
0
 
1,165
 
2,810
 
125,180
    Open end and junior lien loans
147,123
 
135
 
46
 
291
 
472
 
147,595
    Residential construction loans
4,481
 
0
 
0
 
150
 
150
 
4,631
  Other consumer loans
45,826
 
145
 
0
 
106
 
251
 
46,077
Total
 $    2,509,183
 
 $    1,971
 
 $             46
 
 $      23,898
 
 $    25,915
 
 $    2,535,098

The recorded investment in loans does not include accrued interest.


 
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Troubled Debt Restructurings:

Troubled debt restructured loans are included in the totals for impaired loans. The Company has allocated $4.8 million and $8.3 million of specific reserves to customers whose loan terms have been modified in troubled debt restructurings as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013. The Company is not committed to lend additional funds to debtors whose loans have been modified in a troubled debt restructuring.

 
March 31,
 
December 31,
(dollars in thousands)
2014
 
2013
Accruing troubled debt restructured loans
 $           16,222
 
 $              17,714
Nonaccrual troubled debt restructured loans
              10,721
 
                 18,531
Total troubled debt restructured loans
 $           26,943
 
 $              36,245

During the quarter ending March 31, 2014, certain loans were modified as troubled debt restructurings. The modified terms of these loans include one or a combination of the following: inadequate compensation for the terms of the restructure or renewal; a modification of the repayment terms which delays principal repayment for some period; or renewal terms offered to borrowers in financial distress where no additional credit enhancements were obtained at the time of renewal.

During the quarter ending March 31, 2014, there were restructured terms offered to one borrower under financial duress which did not require additional compensation or consideration, and the terms offered would not have been readily available in the marketplace for loans bearing similar risk profiles. In this instance, it was determined that a concession had been granted. It is difficult to quantify the concession granted due to an absence of readily available market terms to be used for comparison. The restructure was granted to a borrower engaged in retail sales where the collateral and cash flow did not support the loan with a recorded investment of $159,000.

An additional concession was granted to a borrower with a previously restructured loan.  The new concession includes further forgiveness of principal if the terms of the restructured loan are met during the life of the loan. This borrower had a recorded investment of $2.7 million as of March 31, 2014, which is not included in the table below since it was not considered a new troubled debt restructuring.

The following table presents loans by class modified as troubled debt restructurings that occurred during the period ending March 31, 2014:

                     
 
All Modifications
   
Modified Repayment Terms
     
Pre-Modification
 
Post-Modification
       
Extension
     
Outstanding
 
Outstanding
       
Period or
 
Number of
 
Recorded
 
Recorded
   
Number of
 
Range
(dollars in thousands)
Loans
 
Investment
 
Investment
   
Loans
 
(in months)
Troubled Debt Restructurings
                   
Commercial and industrial loans:
                   
  Non-working capital loans
2
 
 $                  433
 
 $                     433
   
2
 
12-15
Commercial real estate and multi-
                   
  family residential loans:
                   
  Owner occupied loans
1
 
158
 
159
         
Total
3
 
 $                  591
 
 $                     592
   
2
 
12-15

For the period ending March 31, 2014, the commercial and industrial troubled debt restructurings described above increased the allowance for loan losses by $101,000 and the commercial real estate and multi-family residential loan troubled debt restructuring in the chart above decreased the allowance for loan losses by $6,000.

No charge-offs resulted from any of the troubled debt restructurings described above during the period ending March 31, 2014.

 
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During the quarter ending March 31, 2013, loans totaling $1.8 million were modified as troubled debt restructurings. The modified terms of the loans included reductions in the interest rates to rates that would not be readily available in the marketplace for borrowers with a similar risk profile and modifications of the repayment terms. These restructured loans were provided to related borrowers who are engaged in land development.

The following table presents loans by class modified as troubled debt restructurings that occurred during the period ending March 31, 2013:

 
All Modifications
 
Interest Rate Reductions
     
Pre-Modification
 
Post-Modification
           
     
Outstanding
 
Outstanding
     
Interest at
 
Interest at
 
Number of
 
Recorded
 
Recorded
 
Number of
 
Pre-Modification
 
Post-Modification
(dollars in thousands)
Loans
 
Investment
 
Investment
 
Loans
 
Rate
 
Rate
Troubled Debt Restructurings
                     
Commercial real estate and multi-
                     
  family residential loans:
                     
  Construction and land
                     
    development loans
6
 
 $               2,198
 
 $                  2,198
 
6
 
 $                      85
 
 $                        63
Total
6
 
 $               2,198
 
 $                  2,198
 
6
 
 $                      85
 
 $                        63

For the three month period ending March 31, 2013 the commercial real estate and multi-family residential loan troubled debt restructuring described above decreased the allowance for loan losses by $287,000.

There were no troubled debt restructurings which had payment defaults within the twelve months following modification during the three months ended March 31, 2014.  The following table presents loans by class modified as troubled debt restructurings for which there was a payment default within twelve months following the modification which occurred during the three month period ending March 31, 2013:

   
2013
   
Number of
 
Recorded
(dollars in thousands)
 
Loans
 
Investment
Troubled Debt Restructurings that Subsequently Defaulted
       
Commercial real estate and multi-family residential loans:
       
  Construction and land development loans
 
1
 
 $       1,249
         
Total
 
1
 
 $       1,249

A loan is considered to be in payment default once it is 30 days contractually past due under the modified terms.

The troubled debt restructurings described above that subsequently defaulted increased the allowance for loan losses by $15,000 and did not result in any charge offs during the three month period ending March 31, 2013.

During the first quarter of 2014 the Company sold, to an independent party, three loans totaling $6.7 million, representing a single commercial relationship.  The three loans were accounted for as troubled debt restructurings.  The Company received proceeds of $4.3 million and recognized charge offs of $2.4 million as a result of the sale.  The amount charged-off had previously been reserved for by the Company.



 
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Credit Quality Indicators:

The Company categorizes loans into risk categories based on relevant information about the ability of borrowers to service their debt such as: current financial information, historical payment experience, credit documentation, public information, and current economic trends, among other factors. The Company analyzes commercial loans individually by classifying the loans as to credit risk. This analysis is performed on a quarterly basis for Special Mention, Substandard and Doubtful grade loans and annually on Pass grade loans over $250,000.

The Company uses the following definitions for risk ratings:

Special Mention. Loans classified as Special Mention have a potential weakness that deserves management’s close attention. If left uncorrected, these potential weaknesses may result in deterioration of the repayment prospects for the loan or of the institution’s credit position at some future date.

Substandard. Loans classified as Substandard are inadequately protected by the current net worth and paying capacity of the obligor or of the collateral pledged, if any. Loans so classified have a well-defined weakness or weaknesses that jeopardize the liquidation of the debt. They are characterized by the distinct possibility that the Company will sustain some loss if the deficiencies are not corrected.

Doubtful. Loans classified as Doubtful have all the weaknesses inherent in those classified as Substandard, with the added characteristics that the weaknesses make collection or liquidation in full, on the basis of currently existing facts, conditions, and values, highly questionable and improbable.







 
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Loans not meeting the criteria above that are analyzed individually as part of the above-described process are considered to be Pass rated loans with the exception of consumer troubled debt restructurings which are evaluated and listed with Substandard commercial grade loans and consumer nonaccrual loans which are evaluated individually and listed with Not Rated loans. Loans listed as not rated are consumer loans included in groups of homogenous loans which are analyzed for credit quality indicators utilizing delinquency status. As of March 31, 2014, and based on the most recent analysis performed, the risk category of loans by class of loans is as follows:

     
Special
         
Not
   
(dollars in thousands)
Pass
 
Mention
 
Substandard
 
Doubtful
 
Rated
 
Total
  Commercial and industrial loans:
                     
    Working capital lines of credit loans
 $    444,957
 
 $       20,467
 
 $       11,649
 
 $                 0
 
 $                 0
 
 $    477,073
    Non-working capital loans
407,143
 
38,211
 
20,057
 
0
 
2,299
 
467,710
  Commercial real estate and multi-
                     
    family residential loans:
                     
    Construction and land development loans
135,860
 
690
 
7,978
 
0
 
0
 
144,528
    Owner occupied loans
349,274
 
27,068
 
11,409
 
0
 
0
 
387,751
    Nonowner occupied loans
403,435
 
9,104
 
11,078
 
0
 
0
 
423,617
    Multifamily loans
57,813
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
57,813
  Agri-business and agricultural loans:
                     
    Loans secured by farmland
108,166
 
0
 
1,086
 
0
 
16
 
109,268
    Loans for agricultural production
104,472
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
104,472
  Other commercial loans
77,318
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
4
 
77,322
  Consumer 1-4 family mortgage loans:
                     
    Closed end first mortgage loans
33,291
 
0
 
2,298
 
0
 
99,253
 
134,842
    Open end and junior lien loans
9,173
 
1,862
 
0
 
0
 
128,837
 
139,872
    Residential construction loans
0
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
5,649
 
5,649
  Other consumer loans
10,041
 
405
 
291
 
0
 
33,536
 
44,273
Total
 $ 2,140,943
 
 $       97,807
 
 $       65,846
 
 $                 0
 
 $    269,594
 
 $ 2,574,190

The recorded investment in loans does not include accrued interest.

As of December 31, 2013, and based on the most recent analysis performed, the risk category of loans by class of loans is as follows:

     
Special
         
Not
   
(dollars in thousands)
Pass
 
Mention
 
Substandard
 
Doubtful
 
Rated
 
Total
  Commercial and industrial loans:
                     
    Working capital lines of credit loans
 $       431,069
 
 $         15,212
 
 $         11,674
 
 $                  0
 
 $                  0
 
 $       457,955
    Non-working capital loans
384,415
 
37,727
 
19,659
 
0
 
2,091
 
443,892
  Commercial real estate and multi-
                     
    family residential loans:
                     
    Construction and land
                     
      development loans
148,338
 
763
 
8,037
 
0
 
0
 
157,138
    Owner occupied loans
333,795
 
23,687
 
12,629
 
0
 
0
 
370,111
    Nonowner occupied loans
367,108
 
9,180
 
17,948
 
0
 
0
 
394,236
    Multifamily loans
63,392
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
63,392
  Agri-business and agricultural loans:
                     
    Loans secured by farmland
132,331
 
0
 
1,113
 
0
 
16
 
133,460
    Loans for agricultural production
120,665
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
120,665
  Other commercial loans
70,766
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
70,766
  Consumer 1-4 family mortgage loans:
                     
    Closed end first mortgage loans
29,092
 
0
 
2,316
 
0
 
93,772
 
125,180
    Open end and junior lien loans
8,291
 
1,863
 
0
 
0
 
137,441
 
147,595
    Residential construction loans
0
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
4,631
 
4,631
  Other consumer loans
10,722
 
416
 
291
 
0
 
34,648
 
46,077
Total
 $    2,099,984
 
 $         88,848
 
 $         73,667
 
 $                  0
 
 $       272,599
 
 $    2,535,098

The recorded investment in loans does not include accrued interest.

 
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NOTE 5.  FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES

Fair value is the exchange price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability (exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. There are three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair values:
     
Level 1
  
Quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets that the entity has the ability to access as of the measurement date.
   
Level 2
  
Significant other observable inputs other than Level 1 prices such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data.
   
Level 3
 
Significant unobservable inputs that reflect a company’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability.

The Company used the following methods and significant assumptions to estimate the fair value of each type of financial instrument:

Securities:  Securities available for sale are valued primarily by a third party pricing service. The fair values of securities available for sale are determined on a recurring basis by obtaining quoted prices on nationally recognized securities exchanges (Level 1 inputs) or pricing models which utilize significant observable inputs such as matrix pricing. This is a mathematical technique widely used in the industry to value debt securities without relying exclusively on quoted prices for the specific securities but rather by relying on the securities’ relationship to other benchmark quoted securities (Level 2 inputs). These models utilize the market approach with standard inputs that include, but are not limited to, benchmark yields, reported trades, broker/dealer quotes, issuer spreads, two-sided markets, benchmark securities, bids, offers and reference data. For certain non-agency residential mortgage-backed securities where observable inputs about the specific issuer are not available, fair values are estimated using observable data from other non-agency residential mortgage-backed securities presumed to be similar or other market data on other non-agency residential mortgage-backed securities (Level 3 inputs). For certain municipal securities that are not rated and observable inputs about the specific issuer are not available, fair values are estimated using observable data from other municipal securities presumed to be similar or other market data on other non-rated municipal securities (Level 3 inputs).

The Company’s Controlling Department, which is responsible for all accounting and SEC compliance, and the Company’s Treasury Department, which is responsible for investment portfolio management and asset/liability modeling, are the two areas that determine the Company’s valuation policies and procedures. Both of these areas report directly to the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company. For assets or liabilities that may be considered for Level 3 fair value measurement on a recurring basis, these two departments and the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer determine the appropriate level of the assets or liabilities under consideration. If there are assets or liabilities that are determined to be Level 3 by this group, the Risk Management Committee of the Company and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors are made aware of such assets at their next scheduled meeting.

Securities pricing is obtained from a third party pricing service and is tested at least annually against prices from another third party provider and reviewed with a market value price tolerance variance of +/-3%, an individual security market value tolerance of +/-$50,000 and an aggregate market value tolerance of +/-$500,000 for all securities. If any securities fall outside any of these tolerance thresholds, they are reviewed in more detail to determine why the variance exists. Changes in market value are reviewed monthly in aggregate yield by security type and any material differences are reviewed to determine why they exist. At least annually, the pricing methodology of the pricing service is received and reviewed to support the fair value levels used by the Company. A detailed pricing evaluation is requested and reviewed on any security determined to be fair valued using unobservable inputs by the pricing service.

Mortgage banking derivatives:  The fair value of mortgage banking derivatives are based on observable market data as of the measurement date (Level 2).

Interest rate swap derivatives:  The Company records all derivatives on the balance sheet at fair value.  The accounting for changes in the fair value of derivatives depends on the intended use of the derivative, whether the Company has elected to designate a derivative in a hedging relationship and apply hedge accounting and whether the hedging relationship has satisfied the criteria necessary to apply hedge accounting. Currently, none of the Company’s derivatives are designated in qualifying hedging relationships, as the derivatives are not used to manage risks within the Company’s assets or liabilities. As such, all changes in fair value of the Company’s derivatives are recognized directly in earnings.  The fair value of interest rate swap derivatives is determined by pricing or valuation models using observable market data as of the measurement date (Level 2).

 
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Impaired loans:  Impaired loans with specific allocations of the allowance for loan losses are generally based on the fair value of the underlying collateral if repayment is expected solely from the collateral. Fair value is determined using several methods. Generally, the fair value of real estate is based on appraisals by qualified third party appraisers. These appraisals may utilize a single valuation approach or a combination of approaches including comparable sales and the income approach. Adjustments are routinely made in the appraisal process by the appraisers to adjust for differences between the comparable sales and income data available. Such adjustments are usually significant and result in a Level 3 classification of the inputs for determining fair value. In addition, the Company’s management routinely applies internal discount factors to the value of appraisals used in the fair value evaluation of impaired loans. The deductions to the appraisals take into account changing business factors and market conditions, as well as value impairment in cases where the appraisal date predates a likely change in market conditions. Commercial real estate is generally discounted from its appraised value by 0-50% with the higher discounts applied to real estate that is determined to have a thin trading market or to be specialized collateral. In addition to real estate, the Company’s management evaluates other types of collateral as follows: (a) raw and finished inventory is discounted from its cost or book value by 35-65%, depending on the marketability of the goods; (b) finished goods are generally discounted by 30-60%, depending on the ease of marketability, cost of transportation or scope of use of the finished good; (c) work in process inventory is typically discounted by 50-100%, depending on the length of manufacturing time, types of components used in the completion process, and the breadth of the user base; (d) equipment is valued at a percentage of depreciated book value or recent appraised value, if available, and is typically discounted at 30-70% after various considerations including age and condition of the equipment, marketability, breadth of use, and whether the equipment includes unique components or add-ons; and (e) Marketable securities are discounted by 10-30%, depending on the type of investment, age of valuation report and general market conditions. This methodology is based on a market approach and typically results in a Level 3 classification of the inputs for determining fair value.

Mortgage servicing rights:  As of March 31, 2014 the fair value of the Company’s Level 3 servicing assets for residential mortgage loans was $3.2 million, none of which are currently impaired and therefore carried at amortized cost.  These residential mortgage loans have a weighted average interest rate of 4.10%, a weighted average maturity of 19 years and are secured by homes generally within the Company’s market area, which is primarily Northern Indiana.  A valuation model is used to estimate fair value, which is based on an income approach.  The inputs used include estimates of prepayment speeds, discount rate, cost to service, escrow account earnings, contractual servicing fee income, ancillary income, late fees, and float income.  The most significant assumption used to value mortgage servicing rights is prepayment rate.  Prepayment rates are estimated based on published industry consensus prepayment rates.  The most significant unobservable assumption is the discount rate.  At March 31, 2014, the constant prepayment speed (PSA) used was 189 and the discount rate used was 9.4%.  At December 31, 2013, the PSA used was 185 and the discount rate used was 9.4%.

Other real estate owned:  Nonrecurring adjustments to certain commercial and residential real estate properties classified as other real estate owned are measured at the lower of carrying amount or fair value, less costs to sell. Fair values are generally based on third party appraisals of the property and are reviewed by the Company’s internal appraisal officer.  Adjustments are routinely made in the appraisal process by the appraisers to adjust for differences between the comparable sales.  Such adjustments are usually significant and result in a Level 3 classification.   In addition, the Company’s management may apply discount factors to the appraisals to take into account changing business factors and market conditions, as well as value impairment in cases where the appraisal date predates a likely change in market conditions.  In cases where the carrying amount exceeds the fair value, less costs to sell, an impairment loss is recognized.

Real estate mortgage loans held for sale:  Real estate mortgage loans held for sale are carried at the lower of cost or fair value, as determined by outstanding commitments, from third party investors, and result in a Level 2 classification.










 
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The table below presents the balances of assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis:

 
March 31, 2014
 
Fair Value Measurements Using
 
Assets
(dollars in thousands)
Level 1
 
Level 2
 
Level 3
 
at Fair Value
Assets
             
U.S. Treasury securities
 $           1,011
 
 $                     0
 
 $                    0
 
 $             1,011
Mortgage-backed securities
0
 
373,424
 
0
 
373,424
State and municipal securities
0
 
96,123
 
891
 
97,014
Total securities
1,011
 
469,547
 
891
 
471,449
Mortgage banking derivative
0
 
144
 
0
 
144
Interest rate swap derivative
0
 
640
 
0
 
640
Total assets
 $           1,011
 
 $         470,331
 
 $               891
 
 $        472,233
               
Liabilities
             
Mortgage banking derivative
0
 
1
 
0
 
1
Interest rate swap derivative
0
 
629
 
0
 
629
Total liabilities
 $                   0
 
 $                 630
 
 $                    0
 
 $                630

 
December 31, 2013
 
Fair Value Measurements Using
 
Assets
(dollars in thousands)
Level 1
 
Level 2
 
Level 3
 
at Fair Value
Assets
             
U.S. Treasury securities
 $             1,017
 
 $                      0
 
 $                     0
 
 $              1,017
Mortgage-backed securities
0
 
371,977
 
0
 
371,977
State and municipal securities
0
 
94,998
 
975
 
95,973
Total securities
1,017
 
466,975
 
975
 
468,967
Mortgage banking derivative
0
 
142
 
0
 
142
Interest rate swap derivative
0
 
627
 
0
 
627
Total assets
 $             1,017
 
 $           467,744
 
 $                 975
 
 $          469,736
               
Liabilities
             
Mortgage banking derivative
0
 
2
 
0
 
2
Interest rate swap derivative
0
 
592
 
0
 
592
Total liabilities
 $                    0
 
 $                  594
 
 $                     0
 
 $                 594

There were no transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 during the three months ended March 31, 2014 and there were no transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 during 2013.

The table below presents a reconciliation of all assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) for the three months ended March 31, 2014 and 2013:

 
Non-Agency Residential
       
 
Mortgage-Backed Securities
 
State and Municipal Securities
(dollars in thousands)
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
Balance of recurring Level 3 assets at January 1
 $                  0
 
 $            2,859
 
 $             975
 
 $               988
  Transfers into Level 3
0
 
3,334
 
0
 
0
  Changes in fair value of securities
0
 
(17)
 
1
 
(2)
  Principal payments
0
 
(291)
 
(85)
 
0
Balance of recurring Level 3 assets at March 31
 $                  0
 
 $            5,885
 
 $             891
 
 $               986

The fair value of two non-agency residential mortgage-backed securities with a fair value of $3.3 million as of March 31, 2013 were transferred out of Level 2 and into Level 3 because of a lack of observable market data for these investments.  The Company’s policy is to recognize transfers as of the end of the reporting period. As a result, the fair value for these non-agency residential mortgage-backed securities and state and municipal securities was transferred into Level 3 on March 31, 2013.  The securities were subsequently sold in the third quarter of 2013.  The Company no longer owns any non-agency residential mortgage backed securities.

 
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The state and municipal securities measured at fair value included below are non-rated Indiana municipal revenue bonds and are not actively traded.

Quantitative Information about Level 3 Fair Value Measurements
             
Range of
 
Fair Value at
         
Inputs
(dollars in thousands)
3/31/2014
 
Valuation Technique
 
Unobservable Input
 
(Average)
               
State and municipal securities
 $                891
 
Price to type, par, call
 
Discount to benchmark index
 
0-6%
             
(2.43%)

Quantitative Information about Level 3 Fair Value Measurements
             
Range of
 
Fair Value at
         
Inputs
(dollars in thousands)
12/31/2013
 
Valuation Technique
 
Unobservable Input
 
(Average)
               
State and municipal securities
 $              975
 
Price to type, par, call
 
Discount to benchmark index
 
0-6%
             
(2.21%)

The primary methodology used in the fair value measurement of the Company’s state and municipal securities classified as Level 3 is a discount to the AAA municipal benchmark index. Significant increases or (decreases) in this index as well as the degree to which the security differs in ratings, coupon, call and duration will result in a higher or (lower) fair value measurement for those securities that are not callable. For those securities that are continuously callable, a slight premium to par is used.
































 
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The table below presents the balances of assets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis:

 
March 31, 2014
 
Fair Value Measurements Using
 
Assets
(dollars in thousands)
Level 1
 
Level 2
 
Level 3
 
at Fair Value
Assets
         
Impaired loans:
             
  Commercial and industrial loans:
             
    Working capital lines of credit loans
 $                 0
 
 $                 0
 
 $         1,374
 
 $         1,374
    Non-working capital loans
0
 
0
 
3,281
 
3,281
  Commercial real estate and multi-family
             
  residential loans:
             
    Construction and land development loans
0
 
0
 
1,938
 
1,938
    Owner occupied loans
0
 
0
 
1,657
 
1,657
    Nonowner occupied loans
0
 
0
 
4,217
 
4,217
  Agri-business and agricultural loans:
             
    Loans secured by farmland
0
 
0
 
467
 
467
  Consumer 1-4 family mortgage loans:
             
    Closed end first mortgage loans
0
 
0
 
824
 
824
    Open end and junior lien loans
0
 
0
 
98
 
98
  Other consumer loans
0
 
0
 
46
 
46
Total impaired loans
 $                 0
 
 $                 0
 
 $       13,902
 
 $       13,902
Other real estate owned
                     0
 
                     0
 
                  75
 
                  75
Total assets
 $                 0
 
 $                 0
 
 $       13,977
 
 $       13,977

 
December 31, 2013
 
Fair Value Measurements Using
 
Assets
(dollars in thousands)
Level 1
 
Level 2
 
Level 3
 
at Fair Value
Assets
             
Impaired loans:
             
  Commercial and industrial loans:
             
    Working capital lines of credit loans
 $                  0
 
 $                  0
 
 $              920
 
 $              920
    Non-working capital loans
0
 
0
 
3,097
 
3,097
  Commercial real estate and multi-family
             
  residential loans:
             
    Construction and land development loans
0
 
0
 
2,210
 
2,210
    Owner occupied loans
0
 
0
 
3,958
 
3,958
    Nonowner occupied loans
0
 
0
 
8,938
 
8,938
  Agri-business and agricultural loans:
             
    Loans secured by farmland
0
 
0
 
472
 
472
  Consumer 1-4 family mortgage loans:
             
    Closed end first mortgage loans
0
 
0
 
409
 
409
    Open end and junior lien loans
0
 
0
 
174
 
174
  Other consumer loans
0
 
0
 
50
 
50
Total impaired loans
 $                  0
 
 $                  0
 
 $         20,228
 
 $         20,228
Other real estate owned
                     0
 
                     0
 
                   75
 
                   75
Total assets
 $                  0
 
 $                  0
 
 $         20,303
 
 $         20,303





 
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The following table presents the valuation methodology and unobservable inputs for Level 3 assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis at March 31, 2014:

(dollars in thousands)
 
Fair Value
 
Valuation Methodology
 
Unobservable Inputs
 
Average
 
Range of Inputs
Impaired loans:
                   
  Commercial and industrial
 
 $       4,655
 
Collateral based
 
Discount to reflect
 
34%
 
(2% - 43%)
       
measurements
 
current market conditions
       
           
and ultimate collectability
       
Impaired loans:
                   
  Commercial real estate
 
          7,812
 
Collateral based
 
Discount to reflect
 
17%
 
(2% - 39%)
       
measurements
 
current market conditions
       
           
and ultimate collectability
       
Impaired loans:
                   
  Agri-business and agricultural
 
             467
 
Collateral based
 
Discount to reflect
 
5%
 
(2% - 9%)
       
measurements
 
current market conditions
       
           
and ultimate collectability
       
Impaired loans:
                   
  Consumer 1-4 family mortgage
 
             922
 
Collateral based
 
Discount to reflect
 
21%
 
(3% - 77%)
       
measurements
 
current market conditions
       
           
and ultimate collectability
       
Impaired loans:
                   
  Other consumer
 
               46
 
Collateral based
 
Discount to reflect
 
40%
 
(30% - 47%)
       
measurements
 
current market conditions
       
           
and ultimate collectability
       
                     
Other real estate owned
 
               75
 
Appraisals
 
Discount to reflect
 
49%
   
           
current market conditions
       

The following table presents the valuation methodology and unobservable inputs for Level 3 assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis at December 31, 2013:

(dollars in thousands)
 
Fair Value
 
Valuation Methodology
 
Unobservable Inputs
 
Average
 
Range of Inputs
Impaired loans:
                   
  Commercial and industrial
 
 $       4,017
 
Collateral based
 
Discount to reflect
 
29%
 
(3% - 93%)
       
measurements
 
current market conditions
       
           
and ultimate collectability
       
Impaired loans:
                   
  Commercial real estate
 
        15,106
 
Collateral based
 
Discount to reflect
 
22%
 
(3% - 45%)
       
measurements
 
current market conditions
       
           
and ultimate collectability
       
Impaired loans:
                   
  Agri-business and agricultural
 
             472
 
Collateral based
 
Discount to reflect
 
8%
 
(4% - 12%)
       
measurements
 
current market conditions
       
           
and ultimate collectability
       
Impaired loans:
                   
  Consumer 1-4 family mortgage
 
             583
 
Collateral based
 
Discount to reflect
 
33%
 
(6% - 77%)
       
measurements
 
current market conditions
       
           
and ultimate collectability
       
Impaired loans:
                   
  Other consumer
 
               50
 
Collateral based
 
Discount to reflect
 
53%
 
(28% - 98%)
       
measurements
 
current market conditions
       
           
and ultimate collectability
       
                     
Other real estate owned
 
               75
 
Appraisals
 
Discount to reflect
 
49%
   
           
current market conditions
       
           
and ultimate collectability
       

 
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Impaired loans, which are measured for impairment using the fair value of the collateral for collateral dependent loans, had a gross carrying amount of $18.1 million, with a valuation allowance of $4.2 million at March 31, 2014, resulting in a net recovery in the provision for loan losses of $2.1 million in the three months ended March 31, 2014.  At March 31, 2013, impaired loans had a gross carrying amount of $29.9 million, with a valuation allowance of $7.7 million, resulting in a net recovery in the provision for loan losses of $2.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2013.

The following table contains the estimated fair values and the related carrying values of the Company’s financial instruments. Items which are not financial instruments are not included.

 
March 31, 2014
 
Carrying
 
Estimated Fair Value
(dollars in thousands)
Value
 
Level 1
 
Level 2
 
Level 3
 
Total
Financial Assets:
                 
 Cash and cash equivalents
 $    77,139
 
 $    77,139
 
 $              0
 
 $              0
 
 $    77,139
 Securities available for sale
471,449
 
1,011
 
469,547
 
891
 
471,449
 Real estate mortgages held for sale
2,043
 
0
 
2,067
 
0
 
2,067
 Loans, net
2,528,053
 
0
 
0
 
2,526,033
 
2,526,033
 Federal Home Loan Bank stock
7,312
 
N/A
 
N/A
 
N/A
 
N/A
 Federal Reserve Bank stock
3,420
 
N/A
 
N/A
 
N/A
 
N/A
 Accrued interest receivable
8,833
 
0
 
2,006
 
6,827
 
8,833
Financial Liabilities:
                 
 Certificates of deposit
(899,727)
 
0
 
(907,835)
 
0
 
(907,835)
 All other deposits
(1,839,047)
 
(1,839,047)
 
0
 
0
 
(1,839,047)
 Securities sold under agreements
                 
  to repurchase
(81,361)
 
0
 
(81,361)
 
0
 
(81,361)
 Federal funds purchased
(8,000)
 
0
 
(8,000)
 
0
 
(8,000)
 Other short-term borrowings
(25,000)
 
0
 
(24,998)
 
0
 
(24,998)
 Long-term borrowings
(35)
 
0
 
(41)
 
0
 
(41)
 Subordinated debentures
(30,928)
 
0
 
0
 
(31,226)
 
(31,226)
 Standby letters of credit
(348)
 
0
 
0
 
(348)
 
(348)
 Accrued interest payable
(2,938)
 
(115)
 
(2,820)
 
(3)
 
(2,938)

 
December 31, 2013
 
Carrying
 
Estimated Fair Value
(dollars in thousands)
Value
 
Level 1
 
Level 2
 
Level 3
 
Total
Financial Assets:
                 
 Cash and cash equivalents
 $      63,105
 
 $      63,105
 
 $              0
 
 $              0
 
 $      63,105
 Securities available for sale
468,967
 
1,017
 
466,975
 
975
 
468,967
 Real estate mortgages held for sale
1,778
 
0
 
1,800
 
0
 
1,800
 Loans, net
2,486,301
 
0
 
0
 
2,490,593
 
2,490,593
 Federal Home Loan Bank stock
7,312
 
N/A
 
N/A
 
N/A
 
N/A
 Federal Reserve Bank stock
3,420
 
N/A
 
N/A
 
N/A
 
N/A
 Accrued interest receivable
8,577
 
0
 
2,297
 
6,280
 
8,577
Financial Liabilities:
                 
 Certificates of deposit
(727,809)
 
0
 
(736,088)
 
0
 
(736,088)
 All other deposits
(1,818,259)
 
(1,818,259)
 
0
 
0
 
(1,818,259)
 Securities sold under agreements
                 
  to repurchase
(104,876)
 
0
 
(104,876)
 
0
 
(104,876)
 Federal funds purchased
(11,000)
 
0
 
(11,000)
 
0
 
(11,000)
 Other short-term borrowings
(146,000)
 
0
 
(146,002)
 
0
 
(146,002)
 Long-term borrowings
(37)
 
0
 
(43)
 
0
 
(43)
 Subordinated debentures
(30,928)
 
0
 
0
 
(31,217)
 
(31,217)
 Standby letters of credit
(312)
 
0
 
0
 
(312)
 
(312)
 Accrued interest payable
(2,918)
 
(125)
 
(2,790)
 
(3)
 
(2,918)

The methods and assumptions, not previously presented, used to estimate fair values are described as follows:

Cash and cash equivalents - The carrying amount of cash and cash equivalents approximate fair value and are classified as Level 1.

 
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Loans, net – Fair values of loans, excluding loans held for sale, are estimated as follows:  For variable rate loans, fair values are based on carrying values resulting in a Level 3 classification.  Fair values for other loans are estimated using discounted cash flow analyses, using current market rates applied to the estimated life resulting in a Level 3 classification.  Impaired loans are valued at the lower of cost or fair value as described previously.  The methods utilized to estimate the fair value of loans do not necessarily represent an exit price.

Federal Home Loan Bank stock and Federal Reserve Bank stock– It is not practical to determine the fair value of Federal Home Loan Bank stock and Federal Reserve Bank stock due to restrictions placed on its transferability.

Certificates of deposit - Fair values of certificates of deposit are estimated using discounted cash flow analyses using current market rates applied to the estimated life resulting in a Level 2 classification.

All other deposits- The fair values for all other deposits other than certificates of deposit are equal to the amount payable on demand (the carrying value) resulting in a Level 1 classification.

Securities sold under agreements to repurchase – The carrying amount of borrowings under repurchase agreements approximates their fair values resulting in a Level 2 classification.

Federal funds purchased – The carrying amount of federal funds purchased approximates their fair values resulting in a Level 2 classification.

Other short-term borrowings – The fair value of other short-term borrowings approximates their fair values resulting in a Level 2 classification.

Long-term borrowings – The fair value of long-term borrowings is estimated using discounted cash flow analyses based on current borrowing rates resulting in a Level 2 classification.

Subordinated debentures - The fair value of subordinated debentures is based on the rates currently available to the Company with similar term and remaining maturity and credit spread resulting in a Level 3 classification.

Standby letters of credit – The fair value of off-balance sheet items is based on the current fees and costs that would be charged to enter into or terminate such arrangements resulting in a Level 3 classification.

Accrued interest receivable/payable – The carrying amounts of accrued interest approximates fair value resulting in a Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3 classification which is consistent with its associated asset/liability.

NOTE 6. EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS

Components of net periodic benefit cost:

 
Three Months Ended March 31,
 
Pension Benefits
 
SERP Benefits
(dollars in thousands)
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
Interest cost
 $          30
 
 $          32
 
 $          12
 
 $          13
Expected return on plan assets
(31)
 
(35)
 
(18)
 
(19)
Recognized net actuarial (gain) loss
29
 
34
 
20
 
21
  Net pension expense (benefit)
 $          28
 
 $          31
 
 $          14
 
 $          15

The Company previously disclosed in its financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2013 that it expected to contribute $207,000 to its pension plan and $4,000 to its Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (“SERP”) in 2014.  The Company has contributed $0 to its pension plan and $4,000 to its SERP as of March 31, 2014.  The Company expects to contribute $207,000 to its pension plan during the remainder of 2014.  The Company does not expect to make any additional contributions to its SERP during the remainder of 2014.


 
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NOTE 7. OFFSETTING ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

The following tables summarize gross and net information about financial instruments and derivative instruments that are offset in the statement of financial position or that are subject to an enforceable master netting arrangement at March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013.

 
March 31, 2014
     
Gross
 
Net Amounts
           
 
Gross
 
Amounts
 
of Assets
 
Gross Amounts Not
   
 
Amounts of
 
Offset in the
 
presented in
 
Offset in the Statement
   
 
Recognized
 
Statement of
 
the Statement
 
of Financial Position
   
 
Assets/
 
Financial
 
of Financial
 
Financial
 
Cash Collateral
   
(dollars in thousands)
Liabilities
 
Position
 
Position
 
Instruments
 
Received
 
Net Amount
Assets
                     
Interest rate swap derivatives
 $            640
 
 $                 0
 
 $              640
 
 $                 0
 
 $           0
 
 $    640
  Total assets
 $            640
 
 $                 0
 
 $              640
 
 $                 0
 
 $           0
 
 $    640
Liabilities
                     
Interest rate swap derivatives
 $            629
 
 $                 0
 
 $              629
 
 $                 0
 
 $           0
 
 $    629
Repurchase agreements
          81,361
 
                     0
 
            81,361
 
        (81,361)
 
              0
 
            0
  Total liabilities
 $      81,990
 
 $                 0
 
 $        81,990
 
 $     (81,361)
 
 $           0
 
 $    629

 
December 31, 2013
     
Gross
 
Net Amounts
           
 
Gross
 
Amounts
 
of Assets
 
Gross Amounts Not
   
 
Amounts of
 
Offset in the
 
presented in
 
Offset in the Statement
   
 
Recognized
 
Statement of
 
the Statement
 
of Financial Position
   
 
Assets/
 
Financial
 
of Financial
 
Financial
 
Cash Collateral
   
(dollars in thousands)
Liabilities
 
Position
 
Position
 
Instruments
 
Received
 
Net Amount
Assets
                     
Interest rate swap derivatives
 $             627
 
 $                  0
 
 $               627
 
 $                 0
 
 $      (260)
 
 $      367
  Total assets
 $             627
 
 $                  0
 
 $               627
 
 $                 0
 
 $      (260)
 
 $      367
Liabilities
                     
Interest rate swap derivatives
 $             592
 
 $                  0
 
 $               592
 
 $                 0
 
 $            0
 
 $      592
Repurchase agreements
         104,876
 
                     0
 
           104,876
 
        (104,876)
 
               0
 
             0
  Total liabilities
 $      105,468
 
 $                  0
 
 $        105,468
 
 $     (104,876)
 
 $            0
 
 $      592


If an event of default occurs causing an early termination of an interest rate swap derivative, any early termination amount payable to one party by the other party may be reduced by set-off against any other amount payable by the one party to the other party.  If a default in performance of any obligation of a repurchase agreement occurs, each party will set-off property held in respect of transactions against obligations owing in respect of any other transactions.

NOTE 8. EARNINGS PER SHARE

Basic earnings per common share is net income available to common shareholders divided by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period.  Diluted earnings per common share includes the dilutive effect of additional potential common shares issuable under stock options, stock awards and warrants, none of which were antidilutive.

   
Three Months Ended March 31,
   
2014
 
2013
Weighted average shares outstanding for basic earnings per common share
 
      16,513,645
 
      16,408,710
Dilutive effect of stock options, awards and warrants
 
           200,208
 
           118,461
Weighted average shares outstanding for diluted earnings per common share
 
      16,713,853
 
      16,527,171
         
Basic earnings per common share
 
 $              0.60
 
 $              0.56
Diluted earnings per common share
 
 $              0.59
 
 $              0.56

 
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NOTE 9. ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)

The following tables summarize the changes within each classification of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) for the three months ended March 31, 2014 and 2013:

 
Unrealized
       
 
Gains and
       
 
Losses on
 
Defined
   
 
Available-
 
Benefit
   
 
for-Sales
 
Pension
   
(dollars in thousands)
Securities
 
Items
 
Total
Balance at December 31, 2013
 $      (1,138)
 
 $   (1,356)
 
 $      (2,494)
Other comprehensive income before reclassification
2,887
 
31
 
2,918
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
0
 
30
 
30
    Net current period other comprehensive income
2,887
 
61
 
2,948
Balance at March 31, 2014
 $        1,749
 
 $   (1,295)
 
 $           454
           
           

 
Unrealized
       
 
Gains and
       
 
Losses on
 
Defined
   
 
Available-
 
Benefit
   
 
for-Sales
 
Pension
   
(dollars in thousands)
Securities
 
Items
 
Total
Balance at December 31, 2012
 $        7,517
 
 $   (1,828)
 
 $        5,689
Other comprehensive income before reclassification
(643)
 
(90)
 
(733)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
(1)
 
33
 
32
    Net current period other comprehensive income
(644)
 
(57)
 
(701)
Balance at March 31, 2013
 $        6,873
 
 $   (1,885)
 
 $        4,988
           
           

Reclassifications out of accumulated comprehensive income for the three months ended March 31, 2014 are as follows:

Details about
 
Amount
 
Affected Line Item
Accumulated Other
 
Reclassified From
 
in the Statement
Comprehensive
 
Accumulated Other
 
Where Net
Income Components
 
Comprehensive Income
 
Income is Presented
(dollars in thousands)
       
Amortization of defined benefit pension items
 
$                                (49)
 
Salaries and employee benefits
Tax effect
 
19
 
Income tax expense
Total reclassifications for the period
 
 $                                (30)
 
Net of tax
         
Amounts in parenthesis indicate a decrease in net income.
       

Reclassifications out of accumulated comprehensive income for the three months ended March 31, 2013 are as follows:

Details about
 
Amount
 
Affected Line Item
Accumulated Other
 
Reclassified From
 
in the Statement
Comprehensive
 
Accumulated Other
 
Where Net
Income Components
 
Comprehensive Income
 
Income is Presented
(dollars in thousands)
       
Unrealized gains and losses on available-for-sale securities
 
 $                                    1
 
Net securities gains (losses)
Tax effect
 
0
 
Income tax expense
   
1
 
Net of tax
Amortization of defined benefit pension items(1)
 
(55)
 
Salaries and employee benefits
Tax effect
 
22
 
Income tax expense
   
(33)
 
Net of tax
Total reclassifications for the period
 
 $                                (32)
 
Net of tax

 
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NOTE 10.  NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS

In January 2014, the FASB issued updated guidance related to the accounting for investments in qualified affordable housing projects. The amendment permits reporting entities to make an accounting policy election to account for investments in qualified affordable housing projects using the proportional amortization method if certain conditions are met. Under the proportional amortization method, an entity amortizes the initial cost of the investment in proportion to the tax credits and other tax benefits received and recognizes the net investment performance in the income statement as a component of income tax expense (benefit). To qualify for the proportional amortization method, all of the following conditions must be met: 1. It is probable that the tax credits allocable to the investor will be available. 2. The investor does not have the ability to exercise significant influence over the operating and financial policies of the limited liability entity. 3. Substantially all of the projected benefits are from tax credits and other tax benefits (for example, tax benefits generated from the operating losses of the investment). 4. The investor’s projected yield based solely on the cash flows from the tax credits and other tax benefits is positive. 5. The investor is a limited liability investor in the limited liability entity for both legal and tax purposes, and the investor’s liability is limited to its capital investment. The decision to apply the proportional amortization method of accounting is an accounting policy decision that should be applied consistently to all qualifying affordable housing project investments rather than a decision to be applied to individual investments. For those investments in qualified affordable housing projects not accounted for using the proportional amortization method, the investment should be accounted for as an equity method investment or a cost method investment in accordance with Subtopic 970-323. The new requirements are effective for public companies in fiscal years, and interim periods within those years, beginning after December 15,
2014. Adopting this standard is not expected to have a significant impact on the Company’s financial condition or results of operations.

In January 2014, the FASB issued updated guidance related to the reclassification of residential real estate collateralized consumer mortgage loans upon foreclosure. The amendments in this Update clarify that an in substance repossession or
foreclosure occurs, and a creditor is considered to have received physical possession of residential real estate property collateralizing a consumer mortgage loan, upon either (1) the creditor obtaining legal title to the residential real estate property upon completion of a foreclosure or (2) the borrower conveying all interest in the residential real estate property to the creditor to satisfy that loan through completion of a deed in lieu of foreclosure or through a similar legal agreement. Additionally, the amendments require interim and annual disclosure of both (1) the amount of foreclosed residential real estate property held by the creditor and (2) the recorded investment in consumer mortgage loans collateralized by residential real estate property that are in the process of foreclosure according to local requirements of the applicable jurisdiction. The new requirements are effective for public companies in fiscal years, and interim periods within those years, beginning after December 15, 2014. Adopting this standard is not expected to have a significant impact on the Company’s financial condition or results of operations.

NOTE 11. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

There were no subsequent events that would have a material impact on the financial statements presented in this Form 10-Q.

NOTE 12. RECLASSIFICATIONS

Certain amounts appearing in the financial statements and notes thereto for prior periods have been reclassified to conform with the current presentation. The reclassification had no effect on net income or stockholders’ equity as previously reported.















 
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ITEM 2 - MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF
OPERATIONS

OVERVIEW

Net income in the first three months of 2014 was $9.9 million, up 7.2% from $9.2 million for the comparable period of 2013.  Diluted income per common share was $0.59 in the first three months of 2014, up 5.4% from $0.56 in the comparable period of 2013.  Return on average total assets was 1.26% in the first three months of 2014 versus 1.27% in the comparable period of 2013.  The equity to average assets ratio was 10.29% in the first three months of 2014 versus 10.30% in the comparable period of 2013.

Total assets were $3.234 billion as of March 31, 2014 versus $3.176 billion as of December 31, 2013, an increase of $58.0 million, or 1.8%. This increase was primarily due to a $39.1 million increase in total loans.

CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Certain of the Company’s accounting policies are important to the portrayal of the Company’s financial condition, since they require management to make difficult, complex or subjective judgments, some of which may relate to matters that are inherently uncertain. Estimates associated with these policies are susceptible to material changes as a result of changes in facts and circumstances. Some of the facts and circumstances which could affect these judgments include changes in interest rates, in the performance of the economy or in the financial condition of borrowers. Management believes that its critical accounting policies include determining the allowance for loan losses and the valuation and other-than-temporary impairment of investment securities.

Allowance for Loan Losses

The Company maintains an allowance for loan losses to provide for probable incurred credit losses. Loan losses are charged against the allowance when management believes that the principal is uncollectable. Subsequent recoveries, if any, are credited to the allowance. Allocations of the allowance are made for specific loans and for pools of similar types of loans, although the entire allowance is available for any loan that, in management’s judgment, should be charged against the allowance. A provision for loan losses is taken based on management’s ongoing evaluation of the appropriate allowance balance. A formal evaluation of the adequacy of the loan loss allowance is conducted monthly. The ultimate recovery of all loans is susceptible to future market factors beyond the Company’s control.

The level of loan loss provision is influenced by growth in the overall loan portfolio, emerging market risk, emerging concentration risk, commercial loan focus and large credit concentration, new industry lending activity, general economic conditions and historical loss analysis. In addition, management gives consideration to changes in the allocation for specific watch list credits in determining the appropriate level of the loan loss provision. Furthermore, management’s overall view on credit quality is a factor in the determination of the provision.

The determination of the appropriate allowance is inherently subjective, as it requires significant estimates by management. The Company has an established process to determine the adequacy of the allowance for loan losses that generally includes consideration of the following factors: changes in the nature and volume of the loan portfolio, overall portfolio quality and current economic conditions that may affect the borrowers’ ability to repay. Consideration is not limited to these factors although they represent the most commonly cited factors. With respect to specific allocation levels for individual credits, management considers the amounts and timing of expected future cash flows and the current valuation of collateral as the primary measures. Management also considers trends in adversely classified loans based upon an ongoing review of those credits. With respect to pools of similar loans, allocations are assigned based upon historical experience unless the rate of loss is expected to be greater than historical losses as noted below. A detailed analysis is performed on loans that are classified but determined not to be impaired which incorporates probability of default with a loss given default scenario to develop non-specific allocations for the loan pool. These allocations may be adjusted based on the other factors cited above. An appropriate level of general allowance for pooled loans is determined after considering the following: application of historical loss percentages, emerging market risk, commercial loan focus and large credit concentration, new industry lending activity and general economic conditions. It is also possible that the following could affect the overall process: social, political, economic and terrorist events or activities. All of these factors are susceptible to change, which may be significant. As a result of this detailed process, the allowance results in two forms of allocations, specific and general. These two components represent the total allowance for loan losses deemed adequate to cover probable losses inherent in the loan portfolio.

Commercial loans are subject to a dual standardized grading process administered by the credit administration function. These grade assignments are performed independent of each other and a loan may or may not be graded the same. Specific allowances are established in cases where management has identified significant conditions or circumstances related to an individual credit that indicate the loan is impaired. Considerations with respect to specific allocations for these individual credits include, but are not limited to, the following: (a) does the customer’s cash flow or net worth appear insufficient to repay the loan; (b) is there adequate collateral to repay the loan; (c) has the loan been criticized in a regulatory examination; (d) is the loan impaired; (e) are there other reasons where the ultimate collectability of the loan is in question; or (f) are there unique loan characteristics that require special monitoring.

 
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Allocations are also applied to categories of loans considered not to be individually impaired, but for which the rate of loss is expected to be consistent with or greater than historical averages. Such allocations are based on past loss experience and information about specific borrower situations and estimated collateral values. In addition, general allocations are made for other pools of loans, including non-classified loans. These general pooled loan allocations are performed for portfolio segments of commercial and industrial, commercial real estate and multi-family, agri-business and agricultural, other commercial, consumer 1-4 family mortgage and other consumer loans, and loans within certain industry categories believed to present unique risk of loss. General allocations of the allowance are primarily made based on a three-year historical average for loan losses for these portfolios, subjectively adjusted for economic factors and portfolio trends.

Due to the imprecise nature of estimating the allowance for loan losses, the Company’s allowance for loan losses includes an unallocated component. The unallocated component of the allowance for loan losses incorporates the Company’s determination, based on its judgment, of inherent losses that may not be fully reflected in other allocations, including factors such as the level of classified credits, economic uncertainties, industry trends impacting specific portfolio segments, broad portfolio quality trends and trends in the composition of the Company’s large commercial loan portfolio and related large dollar exposures to individual borrowers.

Valuation and Other-Than-Temporary Impairment of Investment Securities

The fair values of securities available for sale are determined on a recurring basis by obtaining quoted prices on nationally recognized securities exchanges or pricing models, which utilize significant observable inputs such as matrix pricing. This is a mathematical technique widely used in the industry to value debt securities without relying exclusively on quoted prices for the specific securities but rather by relying on the securities’ relationship to other benchmark quoted securities. Different judgments and assumptions used in pricing could result in different estimates of value. The fair value of certain securities is determined using unobservable inputs, primarily observable inputs of similar securities.

At the end of each reporting period, securities held in the investment portfolio are evaluated on an individual security level for other-than-temporary impairment in accordance with current accounting guidance. Impairment is other-than-temporary if the decline in the fair value of the security is below its amortized cost and it is probable that all amounts due according to the contractual terms of a debt security will not be received.

Significant judgments are required in determining impairment, which includes making assumptions regarding the estimated prepayments, loss assumptions and the change in interest rates.

We consider the following factors when determining other-than-temporary impairment for a security or investment:

 
·
the length of time and the extent to which the market value has been less than amortized cost;
 
·
the financial condition and near-term prospects of the issuer;
 
·
the underlying fundamentals of the relevant market and the outlook for such market for the near future; and
 
·
our intent and ability to hold the security for a period of time sufficient to allow for any anticipated recovery in market value.

An additional independent analysis was performed for the non-agency residential mortgage-backed securities to determine if other-than-temporary impairment needed to be recorded for these securities. The independent analysis utilized third party data sources which were then included in projections of the cash flows of the individual securities under several different scenarios based upon assumptions of collateral defaults, prepayment speeds, expected losses and the severity of potential losses. Based upon the initial review using the analysis created with third party sources, securities were identified for further analysis. For any that were identified, management made assumptions as to prepayment speeds, default rates, severity of losses and lag time until losses are actually recorded for each security based upon historical data for each security and other factors. Cash flows for each security using these assumptions were generated and the net present value was computed using an appropriate discount rate (the original accounting yield) for the individual security. The net present value was then compared to the book value of the security to determine if there was any other-than-temporary impairment that must be recorded. During 2013, all non-agency mortgage-backed securities owned as of December 31, 2012 were sold and no additional non-agency mortgage-backed securities were purchased.

 
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If, in management’s judgment, other-than-temporary impairment exists, the cost basis of the security will be written down to the computed net present value, and the unrealized loss will be transferred from accumulated other comprehensive loss as an immediate reduction of current earnings (as if the loss had been realized in the period of other-than-temporary impairment). In addition, discount accretion will be discontinued on any bond that meets one or both of the following: (1) the rating by S&P, Moody’s or Fitch decreases to below “A” and/or (2) the cash flow analysis on a security indicates under any scenario modeled by the third party there is a potential to not receive the full amount invested in the security.

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

Overview

Selected income statement information for the three months ended March 31, 2014 and 2013 is presented in the following table:

(dollars in thousands)
2014
 
2013
Income Statement Summary:
     
Net interest income
 $          24,680
 
 $          21,257
Provision for loan losses
0
 
0
Noninterest income
7,427
 
7,481
Noninterest expense
16,790
 
14,893
Other Data:
     
Efficiency ratio
52.29%
 
51.82%
Dilutive EPS
 $              0.59
 
 $              0.56
Tangible capital ratio
10.18%
 
10.38%
Net charge-offs to average loans
0.42%
 
0.11%

Net Income

Net income was $9.9 million in the first three months of 2014, an increase of $666,000, or 7.2%, versus net income of $9.2 million in the first three months of 2013. Net interest income increased $3.4 million, or 16.1%, to $24.7 million versus $21.3 million in the first three months of 2013. Net interest income increased primarily due to a 9.2% increase in average earning assets.  Significantly affecting average earning assets during 2014 was an increase of 15.0% in the commercial loan portfolio, which reflects our continuing strategic focus on commercial lending.  In addition, noninterest bearing demand deposits increased while time deposits, which typically pay a higher rate of interest, decreased.  The net interest margin was 3.38% in the first three months of 2014 versus 3.17% in 2013. The higher margin reflected a decline in funding costs offset by lower yields on earning assets.

Net income in the first three months of 2014 was negatively impacted by a non-cash provision for state income tax expense of $431,000, which resulted from a revaluation of the Company’s state deferred tax items.  During the first quarter of 2014, the Indiana legislature approved new tax rates for financial institutions.  The tax rate, currently 8.0%, is scheduled to drop to 6.5% for 2017.  The new legislation further reduces the rate to 4.9%, phased-in beginning in 2019.  One effect of the lower, future rates is to reduce the benefit that will be provided by the Company’s existing net deferred tax asset items requiring the non-cash adjustment.  Excluding the effect of the adjustment, net income for the first three months of 2014 would have been $10.3 million, representing an increase of 11.9% over the comparable period of 2013.












 
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Net Interest Income

The following tables set forth consolidated information regarding average balances and rates:

 
Three Months Ended March 31,
 
 
2014
   
2013
 
 
Average
 
Interest
 
Yield (1)/
   
Average
 
Interest
 
Yield (1)/
 
(fully tax equivalent basis, dollars in thousands)
Balance
 
Income
 
Rate
   
Balance
 
Income
 
Rate
 
Earning assets
                         
  Loans:
                         
    Taxable (2)(3)
 $ 2,530,356
 
 $   25,334
 
       4.06
%
 
 $ 2,246,688
 
 $   24,486
 
      4.42
%
    Tax exempt (1)
           8,266
 
           148
 
       7.27
   
           8,817
 
           154
 
      7.08
 
  Investments: (1)
                         
    Available for sale
       473,184
 
        3,251
 
       2.79
   
       478,098
 
        2,045
 
      1.74
 
  Short-term investments
           5,480
 
               1
 
       0.07
   
           9,157
 
               2
 
      0.09
 
  Interest bearing deposits
           4,154
 
               7
 
       0.68
   
         25,168
 
             22
 
      0.35
 
Total earning assets
 $ 3,021,440
 
 $   28,741
 
       3.86
%
 
 $ 2,767,928
 
 $   26,709
 
      3.91
%
Less:  Allowance for loan losses
       (48,592)
           
       (51,645)
         
Nonearning Assets
                         
  Cash and due from banks
         61,742
           
         82,210
         
  Premises and equipment
         39,627
           
         34,716
         
  Other nonearning assets
       112,916
           
       110,558
         
Total assets
 $ 3,187,133
           
 $ 2,943,767
         
                           
Interest bearing liabilities
                         
  Savings deposits
 $    242,161
 
 $        134
 
       0.22
%
 
 $    216,828
 
 $        172
 
      0.32
%
  Interest bearing checking accounts
    1,099,980
 
        1,062
 
       0.39
   
       999,319
 
        1,640
 
      0.67
 
  Time deposits:
                         
    In denominations under $100,000
       285,467
 
           823
 
       1.17
   
       352,509
 
        1,300
 
      1.50
 
    In denominations over $100,000
       551,290
 
        1,168
 
       0.86
   
       523,738
 
        1,525
 
      1.18
 
  Miscellaneous short-term borrowings
       170,733
 
           151
 
       0.36
   
       114,105
 
             91
 
      0.32
 
  Long-term borrowings and
                         
    subordinated debentures (4)
         30,964
 
           252
 
       3.30
   
         36,798
 
           307
 
      3.38
 
Total interest bearing liabilities
 $ 2,380,595
 
 $     3,590
 
       0.61
%
 
 $ 2,243,297
 
 $     5,035
 
      0.91
%
Noninterest bearing liabilities
                         
  Demand deposits
       463,664
           
       380,759
         
  Other liabilities
         14,816
           
         16,485
         
Stockholders' equity
       328,058
           
       303,226
         
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
 $ 3,187,133
           
 $ 2,943,767
         
                           
Interest Margin Recap
                         
Interest income/average earning assets
   
28,741
 
       3.86
       
26,709
 
      3.91
 
Interest expense/average earning assets
   
3,590
 
       0.48
       
5,035
 
      0.74
 
Net interest income and margin
   
 $   25,151
 
       3.38
%
     
 $   21,674
 
      3.17
%

(1)
Tax exempt income was converted to a fully taxable equivalent basis at a 35 percent tax rate for 2014 and 2013. The tax equivalent rate for tax exempt loans and tax exempt securities acquired after January 1, 1983 included the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 (“TEFRA”) adjustment applicable to nondeductible interest expenses.
(2)
Loan fees, which are immaterial in relation to total taxable loan interest income for the three months ended March 31, 2014 and 2013, are included as taxable loan interest income.
(3)
Nonaccrual loans are included in the average balance of taxable loans.

Net interest income increased $3.4 million, or 16.2%, for the three months ended March 31, 2014 compared with the first three months of 2013. The increased level of net interest income during the first quarter of 2014 compared with the first quarter of 2013 was largely driven by an increase in net earning assets as well as a deceleration in the amortization of premiums on agency mortgage-backed securities.  The deceleration was primarily the result of rising long-term mortgage interest rates which have reduced prepayments in the loans underlying the securities.  In addition, the Company’s cost of funds decreased by 26 basis points during the first three months of 2014 compared to the first three months of 2013.  The tax equivalent net interest margin was 3.38% for the first three months of 2014 compared to 3.17% during the first three months of 2013.  The yield on earning assets totaled 3.86% during the three months ended March 31, 2014 compared to 3.91% in the same period of 2013 while the cost of funds (expressed as a percentage of average earning assets) totaled 0.48% during the first three months of 2014 compared to 0.74% in the same period of 2013.

 
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The decline in the yield on earning assets in the first three months of 2014 compared with the first three months of 2013 was largely attributable to the continued downward pressure on commercial loan yields being driven by a historically low market interest rate environment and a competitive marketplace for lending opportunities.  The decline was also caused in part by the scheduled amortization of existing fixed rate commercial loans.  The decline was mitigated by the deceleration in premium amortization of agency mortgage-backed securities.  The decline in the Company’s cost of funds by approximately 26 basis points during the first three months of 2014 compared to the first three months 2013 was largely driven by a continued decline in deposit rates as well as an increase of $82.9 million in average noninterest bearing demand deposits.

Average earning assets increased by $253.5 million for the three months ended March 31, 2014 compared with the same period of 2013.  Average loans outstanding increased $283.1 million during the three months ended March 31, 2014 compared with the first three months of 2013, with most of the growth being in commercial loans.  The average securities portfolio decreased $4.9 million in the three months ended March 31, 2014 compared with the first three months of 2013.

Provision for Loan Losses

No provisions for loan loss expense were recorded during the three-month periods ended March 31, 2014 and 2013.  The allowance for loan losses represented 1.79% of the loan portfolio, versus 1.92% at December 31, 2013 and 2.25% at March 31, 2013.  Factors impacting the decision not to record a provision in the first three months of 2014 included the stabilization or improvement in key loan quality metrics including strong reserve coverage of nonperforming loans, a decrease in historical loss percentages, continuing signs of stabilization in economic conditions in the Company’s markets and general signs of improvement in borrower performance and future prospects. In addition, management gave consideration to changes in the allocation for specific watch list credits in determining the appropriate level of the loan loss provision. Management’s overall view on current credit quality was also a factor in the determination of the provision for loan losses. The Company’s management continues to monitor the adequacy of the provision based on loan levels, asset quality, economic conditions and other factors that may influence the assessment of the collectability of loans.

Noninterest Income

Noninterest income categories for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2014 and 2013 are shown in the following table:

 
Three Months Ended
 
March 31,
         
Percent
(dollars in thousands)
2014
 
2013
 
Change
Wealth advisory fees
 $        1,039
 
 $            944
 
             10.1
%
Investment brokerage fees
           1,117
 
               949
 
             17.7
 
Service charges on deposit accounts
           2,151
 
            1,971
 
               9.1
 
Loan, insurance and service fees
           1,458
 
            1,456
 
               0.1
 
Merchant card fee income
              350
 
               276
 
             26.8
 
Bank owned life insurance
              372
 
               393
 
              (5.3)
 
Other income
              875
 
               982
 
            (10.9)
 
Mortgage banking income
                65
 
               509
 
            (87.2)
 
Net securities gains (losses)
                  0
 
                   1
 
 N/A
 
  Total noninterest income
 $        7,427
 
 $         7,481
 
              (0.7)
%
Noninterest income to total revenue
23.1%
 
26.0%
     

The Company's noninterest income decreased 1% to $7.4 million for the first quarter of 2014 from $7.5 million for the first quarter of 2013.  On a year-over-year basis, quarterly noninterest income was negatively impacted by a $444,000 decrease in mortgage banking income, driven by lower production volumes due to higher long-term mortgage rates.  Service charges on deposit accounts increased by $180,000 driven by increases in account analysis service charges on commercial checking accounts, and investment brokerage fees increased by $168,000 driven by a shift towards fixed income investments by clients, which generally have a more favorable revenue impact to the Company.




 
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Noninterest Expense

Noninterest expense categories for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2014 and 2013 are shown in the following table:

 
Three Months Ended
 
March 31,
         
Percent
(dollars in thousands)
2014
 
2013
 
Change
Salaries and employee benefits
 $        9,987
 
 $        9,165
 
          9.0
%
Net occupancy expense
           1,110
 
              846
 
        31.2
 
Equipment costs
              773
 
              609
 
        26.9
 
Data processing fees and supplies
           1,491
 
           1,293
 
        15.3
 
Corporate and business development
              416
 
              406
 
          2.5
 
FDIC insurance and other regulatory fees
              477
 
              463
 
          3.0
 
Professional fees
              800
 
              595
 
        34.5
 
Other expense
           1,736
 
           1,516
 
        14.5
 
  Total noninterest expense
 $      16,790
 
 $      14,893
 
        12.7
%

The Company’s noninterest expense increased $1.9 million, or 13%, to $16.8 million in the first quarter of 2014 versus $14.9 million in the comparable quarter of 2013.  Salaries and employee benefits increased by $822,000 in the three month period ended March 31, 2014 versus the same period of 2013.  These increases in salary and employee benefits were driven by staff additions, normal merit increases and higher performance and incentive-based compensation costs such as investment brokerage sales commissions.  Quarterly net occupancy expense increased $264,000 driven by higher snow removal costs.  Professional fees increased $205,000 due to higher legal expenses as well as fees associated with the search for a new Chief Financial Officer, who took office in the second quarter.  Data processing fees increased by $198,000 due to a larger customer base as well as greater utilization of services from the Company’s core processor, which the Company expects will improve marketing and cross-selling initiatives.  In addition, equipment costs increased $164,000 during the first quarter of 2014, driven by higher depreciation expenses related to operating leases.  The Company’s efficiency ratio was 52.3% for the first quarter of 2014 versus 51.8% for the comparable period of 2013.

Income Taxes

Income tax expense increased $806,000, or 17.5%, for the first three months of 2014, compared to the same period in 2013.  The combined state franchise tax expense and the federal income tax expense, as a percentage of income before income tax expense, increased to 35.3% during the first three months of 2014 compared to 33.2% during the same period of 2013.  The increase was driven by the previously disclosed $431,000 provision for state income tax expense due to a revaluation of the Company’s state net deferred tax asset items.  Excluding the effect of the adjustment, income taxes for the three months ended March 31, 2014 would have been $5.0 million, representing 32.5% of pretax net income.

FINANCIAL CONDITION

Overview

Total assets of the Company were $3.234 billion as of March 31, 2014, an increase of $58.0 million, or 1.8%, when compared to $3.176 billion as of December 31, 2013.  Total loans increased by $39.1 million, or 1.5%, to $2.574 billion at March 31, 2014 from $2.535 billion at December 31, 2013.  Funding for the loan growth came from a $192.7 million increase in deposits offset by a $147.5 million decrease in short-term borrowings.









 
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Uses of Funds

Investment Portfolio

The amortized cost and the fair value of securities as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 were as follows:

 
March 31, 2014
 
December 31, 2013
 
Amortized
 
Fair
 
Amortized
 
Fair
(dollars in thousands)
Cost
 
Value
 
Cost
 
Value
  U.S. Treasury securities
 $           1,000
 
 $           1,011
 
 $           1,001
 
 $           1,017
  Agency residential mortgage-backed securities
          372,570
 
          373,424
 
          374,611
 
          371,977
  State and municipal securities
            95,121
 
            97,014
 
            95,388
 
            95,973
    Total
 $       468,691
 
 $       471,449
 
 $       471,000
 
 $       468,967

At March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013, there were no holdings of securities of any one issuer, other than the U.S. government, government agencies and government sponsored agencies, in an amount greater than 10% of stockholders’ equity.

Purchases of securities available for sale totaled $13.5 million in the first three months of 2014.  Paydowns from prepayments and scheduled payments of $13.2 million were received in the first three months of 2014, and the amortization of premiums, net of the accretion of discounts, was $1.5 million. Maturities and calls of securities totaled $1.0 million in the first three months of 2014.  No other-than-temporary impairment was recognized in the first three months of 2014. The investment portfolio is managed to provide for an appropriate balance between, liquidity, credit risk and investment return and to limit the Company’s exposure to risk to an acceptable level.  The Company does not trade or invest in or sponsor certain unregistered investment companies defined as hedge funds and private equity funds in the Volcker Rule.

Real Estate Mortgage Loans HFS

Real estate mortgage loans held-for-sale increased by $265,000, or 14.9%, to $2.0 million at March 31, 2014, from $1.8 million at December 31, 2013.  The balance of this asset category is subject to a high degree of variability depending on, among other things, recent mortgage loan rates and the timing of loan sales into the secondary market.  The Company generally sells all of the mortgage loans it originates on the secondary market.  Proceeds from sales totaled $6.9 million in the first three months of 2014.

Loan Portfolio

The loan portfolio by class as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 is summarized as follows:

             
Current
 
March 31,
December 31,
Period
(dollars in thousands)
2014
2013
Change
Commercial and industrial loans
 $       944,497
      36.7
 %
 $       901,567
      35.6
 %
 $      42,930
Commercial real estate and multi-family residential loans
       1,015,055
      39.4
 
          986,207
      38.9
 
         28,848
Agri-business and agricultural loans
213,644
        8.3
 
254,029
      10.0
 
       (40,385)
Other commercial loans
            77,324
        3.0
 
            70,770
        2.8
 
           6,554
Consumer 1-4 family mortgage loans
          279,954
      10.9
 
          277,030
      10.9
 
           2,924
Other consumer loans
            44,319
        1.7
 
            46,125
        1.8
 
         (1,806)
  Subtotal
       2,574,793
    100.0
 %
       2,535,728
    100.0
 %
         39,065
Less:  Allowance for loan losses
           (46,137)
   
           (48,797)
   
           2,660
           Net deferred loan fees
                (603)
   
                (630)
   
                27
Loans, net
 $    2,528,053
   
 $    2,486,301
   
 $      41,752

Total loans, excluding real estate mortgage loans held for sale, increased by $39.1 million to $2.575 billion at March 31, 2014 from $2.536 billion at December 31, 2013.  The increase was concentrated in the commercial and commercial real estate categories and reflected the Company’s long standing strategic plan that is focused on expanding and growing the commercial lending business throughout our market areas.  The increase was partially offset by seasonal declines in agri-business loans.

 
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The following table summarizes the Company’s non-performing assets as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013:

 
March 31,
 
December 31,
(dollars in thousands)
2014
 
2013
Nonaccrual loans including nonaccrual troubled debt restructured loans
 $     15,082
 
 $              23,899
Loans past due over 90 days and still accruing
               20
 
                        46
Total nonperforming loans
 $     15,102
 
 $              23,945
Other real estate owned
          1,192
 
                      469
Repossessions
                 9
 
                        12
Total nonperforming assets
 $     16,303
 
 $              24,426
       
 
Impaired loans including troubled debt restructurings
 $     34,101
 
 $              43,218
       
Nonperforming loans to total loans
0.59%
 
0.94%
Nonperforming assets to total assets
0.50%
 
0.77%
       
Performing troubled debt restructured loans
 $     16,222
 
  $              17,714
Nonperforming troubled debt restructured loans (included in nonaccrual loans)
       10,721
 
                18,531
Total troubled debt restructured loans
 $     26,943
 
 $              36,245

Total nonperforming assets decreased by $8.1 million, or 33.3%, to $16.3 million during the three-month period ended March 31, 2014.  The decrease in nonperforming assets primarily resulted from the sale, to an independent party, of a single commercial relationship consisting of three loans totaling $6.7 million.  The three loans were accounted for as troubled debt restructurings.  The Company received proceeds of $4.3 million and recognized charge offs of $2.4 million as a result of the sale.  The amount charged-off had previously been reserved for by the Company.  In addition, one commercial credit of $1.4 million was removed from the impaired category due to improved performance.

Net charge-offs totaled $2.6 million in the first quarter of 2014, versus net charge-offs of $626,000 during the first quarter of 2013 and net charge-offs of $1.0 million during the fourth quarter of 2013.

A loan is impaired when full payment under the original loan terms is not expected. Impairment is evaluated in total for smaller-balance loans of similar nature not in nonaccrual or troubled debt restructured status such as residential mortgage, consumer, and credit card loans, and on an individual loan basis for other loans. If a loan is impaired, a portion of the allowance may be allocated so that the loan is reported, net, at the present value of estimated future cash flow or at the fair value of collateral if repayment is expected solely from the collateral.

Total impaired loans decreased by $9.1 million, or 21.1%, to $34.1 million at March 31, 2014 from $43.2 million at December 31, 2013.  The decrease in the impaired loans category was primarily due to the sale proceeds received and charge offs recognized on a single commercial relationship consisting of three impaired loans totaling $6.7 million.  In addition, one commercial credit of $1.4 million was removed from the impaired category due to improved performance.

At March 31, 2014, the allowance for loan losses was 1.79% of total loans outstanding, versus 1.92% of total loans outstanding, at December 31, 2013.  At March 31, 2014, management believes the allowance for loan losses was at a level commensurate with the overall risk exposure of the loan portfolio. However, if economic conditions do not continue to improve, certain borrowers may experience difficulty and the level of nonperforming loans, charge-offs and delinquencies could rise and require increases in the allowance for loan losses. The process of identifying probable credit losses is a subjective process. Therefore, the Company maintains a general allowance to cover probable incurred credit losses within the entire portfolio. The methodology management uses to determine the adequacy of the loan loss reserve includes the considerations below.

Loans are charged against the allowance for loan losses when management believes that the principal is uncollectible. Subsequent recoveries, if any, are credited to the allowance. The allowance is an amount that management believes will be adequate to absorb probable incurred credit losses relating to specifically identified loans based on an evaluation of the loans by management, as well as other probable incurred losses inherent in the loan portfolio. The evaluations take into consideration such factors as changes in the nature and volume of the loan portfolio, overall portfolio quality, review of specific problem loans and current economic conditions that may affect the borrower’s ability to repay. Management also considers trends in adversely classified loans based upon a monthly review of those credits. An appropriate level of general allowance is determined after considering the following factors:  application of historical loss percentages, emerging market risk, commercial loan focus and large credit concentrations, new industry lending activity and current economic conditions. Federal regulations require insured institutions to classify their own assets on a regular basis. The regulations provide for three categories of classified loans:  Substandard, Doubtful and Loss. The regulations also contain a Special Mention category. Special Mention is defined as loans that do not currently expose an insured institution to a sufficient degree of risk to warrant classification as Substandard, Doubtful or Loss but do possess credit deficiencies or potential weaknesses deserving management’s close attention. The Company’s policy is to establish a specific allowance for loan losses for any assets where management has identified conditions or circumstances that indicate an asset is impaired. If an asset or portion thereof is classified as loss, the Company’s policy is to either establish specified allowances for loan losses in the amount of 100% of the portion of the asset classified loss or charge-off such amount.

 
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The Company has a relatively high percentage of commercial and commercial real estate loans, most of which are extended to small or medium-sized businesses from a wide variety of industries. Generally, this type of lending has more credit risk than other types of lending because of the size and diversity of the credits. The Company manages this risk by adjusting its pricing to the perceived risk of each individual credit and by diversifying the portfolio by customer, product, industry and geography.

At March 31, 2014, on the basis of management’s review of the loan portfolio, the Company had 98 credits totaling $165.3 million on the classified loan list versus 98 credits totaling $165.1 million on December 31, 2013. As of March 31, 2014, the Company had $97.8 million of assets classified as Special Mention, $65.8 million classified as Substandard, $0 classified as Doubtful and $0 classified as Loss as compared to $90.4 million, $72.1 million, $0 and $0, respectively at December 31, 2013.

Allowance estimates are developed by management after taking into account actual loss experience adjusted for current economic conditions. The Company has regular discussions regarding this methodology with regulatory authorities.  Allowance estimates are considered a prudent measurement of the risk in the Company’s loan portfolio and are applied to individual loans based on loan type. In accordance with current accounting guidance, the allowance is provided for losses that have been incurred as of the balance sheet date and is based on past events and current economic conditions and does not include the effects of expected losses on specific loans or groups of loans that are related to future events or expected changes in economic conditions.  For a more thorough discussion of the allowance for loan losses methodology see the Critical Accounting Policies section of this Item 2.

The allowance for loan losses decreased 5.5%, or $2.7 million, from $48.8 million at December 31, 2013 to $46.1 million at March 31, 2014.  Pooled loan allocations increased from $39.5 million at December 31, 2013 to $40.1 million at March 31, 2014, which was due to an increase in pooled loan balances as well as management’s view of current credit quality and the current economic environment.  Impaired loan allocations decreased $3.2 million from $9.3 million at December 31, 2013 to $6.1 million at March 31, 2014.  This decrease in impaired allocations was primarily due to decreases in the allocations of existing impaired loans as well as reductions to the impaired loans category.  The unallocated component of the allowance for loan losses was unchanged at $3.5 million at March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013.  While general trends in the overall economy and credit quality were stable or favorable, the Company believes that the unallocated component is appropriate given the uncertainty that exists regarding near term economic conditions.

Most of the Company’s loan growth has been concentrated in the commercial loan portfolio, which can result in overall asset quality being influenced by a small number of credits. Management has historically considered growth and portfolio composition when determining loan loss allocations. Management believes that it is prudent to continue to provide for loan losses in a manner consistent with its historical approach due to the loan growth described above and current economic conditions.

Economic conditions in the Company’s markets have generally improved and stabilized, management is cautiously optimistic that the recovery is positively impacting its borrowers. While the recovery is not robust, commercial real estate activity and manufacturing growth is occurring. The Company’s continued growth strategy promotes diversification among industries as well as continued focus on enforcement of a strong credit environment and an aggressive position in loan work-out situations. Although the Company believes that historical industry-specific issues in the Company’s markets have improved and continue to be somewhat mitigated by its overall expansion strategy, the economic environment impacting its entire geographic footprint will continue to present challenges. While the Company has seen indications of improved economic conditions in its markets, they are not wide spread or particularly strong improvements.




 
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Sources of Funds

The following table summarizes deposits and borrowings as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013:

         
Current
 
March 31,
 
December 31,
 
Period
(dollars in thousands)
2014
 
2013
 
Change
Non-interest bearing demand deposits
 $         482,189
 
 $         479,606
 
 $         2,583
Interest bearing demand, savings & money market accounts
         1,356,858
 
         1,338,653
 
          18,205
Time deposits under $100,000
            280,335
 
            291,566
 
        (11,231)
Time deposits of $100,000 or more
            619,392
 
            436,243
 
        183,149
   Total deposits
         2,738,774
 
         2,546,068
 
        192,706
Short-term borrowings
            114,361
 
            261,876
 
      (147,515)
Long-term borrowings
                     35
 
37
 
                 (2)
Subordinated debentures
              30,928
 
              30,928
 
0
  Total borrowings
            145,324
 
            292,841
 
      (147,517)
Total funding sources
 $      2,884,098
 
 $      2,838,909
 
 $       45,189

Deposits and Borrowings

Total deposits increased by $192.7 million, or 7.6%, from December 31, 2013.  Most of the growth was concentrated in brokered time deposits of $100,000 or more, public fund certificates of deposit of $100,000 or more and money market accounts.  The increase in money market balances as well as a decline in time deposits under $100,000 is reflective of the ongoing low interest rate environment and consumers’ desire to keep funds in a more liquid short-term deposit vehicle, in anticipation of higher rates in the future.  Total brokered deposits were $143.8 million at March 31, 2014 compared to $29.8 million at December 31, 2013.  Total public funds deposits, including public funds transaction accounts, were $698.5 million at March 31, 2014 compared to $549.7 at December 31, 2013.

Total borrowings decreased by $147.5 million, or 50.4%, from December 31, 2013.  Most of the decrease was concentrated in short-term advances from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis as well as securities sold under agreements to repurchase.  The Company uses wholesale funding, including brokered deposits, public funds and Federal Home Loan Bank advances, to augment deposit funding and to help maintain its desired interest rate risk position.

Capital

As of March 31, 2014, total stockholders’ equity was $332.0 million, an increase of  $10.1 million, or 3.2%, from $321.9 million at December 31, 2013.  In addition to net income of $9.9 million, other significant changes in equity during the first three months of 2014 included $3.1 million of dividends paid. The accumulated other comprehensive income component of equity increased $2.9 million during the three months ended March 31, 2014, driven by changes in the fair values of available-for-sale securities.  The impact to equity due to other comprehensive income is not included in regulatory capital.  The banking regulators have established guidelines for leverage capital requirements, expressed in terms of Tier 1 or core capital as a percentage of average assets, to measure the soundness of a financial institution. In addition, banking regulators have established risk-based capital guidelines for U.S. banking organizations. The actual capital amounts and ratios of Lakeland Financial Corporation and Lake City Bank as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013, are presented in the table below:










 
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Minimum Required to
         
Minimum Required
 
Be Well Capitalized
         
For Capital
 
Under Prompt Corrective
 
Actual
 
Adequacy Purposes
 
Action Regulations
(dollars in thousands)
Amount
 
Ratio
 
Amount
 
Ratio
 
Amount
 
Ratio
As of March 31, 2014:
                     
Total Capital (to Risk
                     
Weighted Assets)
                     
  Consolidated
 $   390,512
 
14.34%
 
 $   217,857
 
8.00%
 
 $   272,321
 
10.00%
  Bank
 $   381,103
 
14.03%
 
 $   217,280
 
8.00%
 
 $   271,601
 
10.00%
Tier I Capital (to Risk
                     
Weighted Assets)
                     
  Consolidated
 $   356,322
 
13.08%
 
 $   108,929
 
4.00%
 
 $   163,393
 
6.00%
  Bank
 $   347,002
 
12.78%
 
 $   108,640
 
4.00%
 
 $   162,960
 
6.00%
Tier I Capital (to Average Assets)
                     
  Consolidated
 $   356,322
 
11.20%
 
 $   127,277
 
4.00%
 
 $   159,096
 
5.00%
  Bank
 $   347,002
 
10.94%
 
 $   126,904
 
4.00%
 
 $   158,630
 
5.00%
                       
As of December 31, 2013:
                     
Total Capital (to Risk
                     
Weighted Assets)
                     
  Consolidated
 $   382,951
 
14.23%
 
 $   215,229
 
8.00%
 
 $   269,036
 
10.00%
  Bank
 $   373,685
 
13.92%
 
 $   214,704
 
8.00%
 
 $   268,380
 
10.00%
Tier I Capital (to Risk
                     
Weighted Assets)
                     
  Consolidated
 $   349,134
 
12.98%
 
 $   107,614
 
4.00%
 
 $   161,422
 
6.00%
  Bank
 $   339,949
 
12.67%
 
 $   107,352
 
4.00%
 
 $   161,028
 
6.00%
Tier I Capital (to Average Assets)
                     
  Consolidated
 $   349,134
 
11.25%
 
 $   124,152
 
4.00%
 
 $   155,190
 
5.00%
  Bank
 $   339,949
 
10.98%
 
 $   123,809
 
4.00%
 
 $   154,761
 
5.00%

Beginning January 1, 2015, the Company and Bank will be subject to the new capital regulations of Basel III.  The new regulations establish higher minimum risk-based capital ratio requirements, a new common equity Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio and a new capital conservation buffer.  The new regulations also include revisions to the definition of capital and changes in the risk-weighting of certain assets.  The new regulations establish definitions of “well-capitalized” including the capital conservation buffer, as a 7.0%  common equity Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio, an 8.5% Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio and a 10.5% total risk-based capital ratio.  The capital conservation buffer is being phased-in and will be in full effect beginning January 1, 2019.  Under the new regulations, all financial institutions must maintain a Tier 1 leverage ratio of 4% to be considered “adequately capitalized” and 5% to be considered “well-capitalized.”  Management has completed a preliminary analysis of the impact of these new regulations to the capital ratios of both the Company and the Bank and estimates that the ratios for both the Company and the Bank would exceed the new minimum capital ratio requirements for “well-capitalized” including the capital conservation buffer under Basel III if they were effective at March 31, 2014.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This document (including information incorporated by reference) contains, and future oral and written statements of the Company and its management may contain, forward-looking statements, within the meaning of such term in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, with respect to the financial condition, results of operations, plans, objectives, future performance and business of the Company. Forward-looking statements, which may be based upon beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the Company’s management and on information currently available to management, are generally identifiable by the use of words such as “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “plan,” “intend,” “estimate,” “may,” “will,” “would,” “could,” “should” or other similar expressions. Additionally, all statements in this document, including forward-looking statements, speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any statement in light of new information or future events.

 
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The Company’s ability to predict results or the actual effect of future plans or strategies is inherently uncertain. The factors, which could have a material adverse effect on the operations and future prospects of the Company and its subsidiaries, are detailed in the “Risk Factors” section included under Item 1A. of Part I of our Form 10-K. In addition to the risk factors described in that section, there are other factors that may impact any public company, including ours, which could have a material adverse effect on the operations and future prospects of the Company and its subsidiaries.  These additional factors include, but are not limited to, the following:

·  
Legislative or regulatory changes or actions, including the “Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act” and the regulations required to be promulgated thereunder, as well as rules recently implemented by the federal banking regulatory agencies concerning certain increased capital requirements, among other items, which may adversely affect the business of the Company and its subsidiaries.
·  
The costs, effects and outcomes of existing or future litigation.
·  
Changes in accounting policies and practices, as may be adopted by state and federal regulatory agencies, the Financial Accounting Standards Board, the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.
·  
The ability of the Company to manage risks associated with the foregoing as well as anticipated.

These risks and uncertainties should be considered in evaluating forward-looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements.

ITEM 3 – QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK

Interest rate risk represents the Company’s primary market risk exposure. The Company does not have a material exposure to foreign currency exchange risk, does not have any material amount of derivative financial instruments and does not maintain a trading portfolio. The Board of Directors annually reviews and approves the policy used to manage interest rate risk. The policy was last reviewed and approved in May 2013. The policy sets guidelines for balance sheet structure, which are designed to protect the Company from the impact that interest rate changes could have on net income but does not necessarily indicate the effect on future net interest income. The Company, through its Asset and Liability Committee, manages interest rate risk by monitoring the computer simulated earnings impact of various rate scenarios and general market conditions. The Company then modifies its long-term risk parameters by attempting to generate the types of loans, investments, and deposits that currently fit the Company’s needs, as determined by its Asset and Liability Committee. This computer simulation analysis measures the net interest income impact of various interest rate scenario changes during the next twelve months. If the change in net interest income is less than 3% of primary capital, the balance sheet structure is considered to be within acceptable risk levels. As of March 31, 2014, the Company’s potential pretax exposure was within the Company’s policy limit and not significantly different from the potential pretax exposure from December 31, 2013.

ITEM 4 – CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES

As required by Rules 13a-15(b) and 15d-15(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, management has evaluated, with the participation of the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based on this evaluation, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Securities Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) were effective as of March 31, 2014.  Disclosure controls and procedures are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by the Company in reports that it files or submits under the Securities Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in Securities and Exchange Commission rules and forms.  These disclosure controls and procedures include controls and procedures designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by the Company in the reports that it files or submits under the Securities Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to management, including the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, or persons performing similar functions, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
 
During the quarter ended March 31, 2014, there were no changes to the Company’s internal control over financial reporting that have materially affected or are reasonably likely to materially affect its internal control over financial reporting.
 



 
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PART II – OTHER INFORMATION

Item 1. Legal proceedings

There are no material pending legal proceedings to which the Company or its subsidiaries is a party other than ordinary routine litigation incidental to their respective businesses.

Item 1A. Risk Factors

There have been no material changes to the risk factors disclosed in Item 1A. of Part I of the Company’s 2013 Form 10-K.  Please refer to that section of the Company’s Form 10-K and Item 2 of Part I of this Form 10-Q for disclosures regarding the risks and uncertainties related to the Company’s business.

Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds

The following table provides information as of March 31, 2014 with respect to shares of common stock repurchased by the Company during the quarter then ended:

Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities(a)

ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
               
             
Maximum Number (or
         
Total Number of
 
Appropriate Dollar
         
Shares Purchased as
 
Value) of Shares that
         
Part of Publicly
 
May Yet Be Purchased
 
Total Number of
 
Average Price
 
Announced Plans or
 
Under the Plans or
Period
Shares Purchased
 
Paid per Share
 
Programs
 
Programs
               
January 1-31
                          4,924
 
 $                38.59
 
                                        0
 
 $                                          0
February 1-28
                             522
 
                   36.38
 
                                        0
 
                                             0
March 1-31
                                 0
 
                          0
 
                                        0
 
                                             0
               
Total
                          5,446
 
 $                38.38
 
                                        0
 
 $                                          0

(a)
The shares purchased during the periods were credited to the deferred share accounts of 
 
non-employee directors under the Company’s directors’ deferred compensation plan.  These
shares were purchased in the ordinary course of business and consistent with past practice.

Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities

            None

Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures

 N/A

Item 5. Other Information

            None

Item 6. Exhibits

31.1
Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a)
 
 
 
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31.2
Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a)
   
32.1
Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
   
32.2
Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
   
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Interactive Data File
   
 
Interactive data files pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T: (i) Consolidated Balance Sheets as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013; (ii) Consolidated Statements of Income for the three months ended March 31, 2014 and March 31, 2013; (iii) Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income for the three months ended March 31, 2014 and March 31, 2013; (iv) Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the three months ended March 31, 2014 and March 31, 2013; and (v) Notes to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements.
   




































 
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LAKELAND FINANCIAL CORPORATION

FORM 10-Q

March 31, 2014

Part II - Other Information





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



LAKELAND FINANCIAL CORPORATION
(Registrant)



Date: May 12, 2014
/s/ David M. Findlay
 
David M. Findlay – President and
 
Chief Executive Officer


Date: May 12, 2014
/s/ Lisa M. O’Neill
 
Lisa M. O’Neill – Executive Vice President and
 
Chief Financial Officer


Date: May 12, 2014
/s/ Teresa A. Bartman
 
Teresa A. Bartman – Senior Vice President-
 
Finance and Controller




 
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