SUNAIR SERVICES CORPORATION
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
(Mark One)
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ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
For the fiscal year ended September 30, 2008
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TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
For the transition period from to .
Commission File No. 1-04334
SUNAIR SERVICES CORPORATION
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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(State or other jurisdiction
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of incorporation or organization)
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595 South Federal Highway, Suite 500
Boca Raton, Florida 33432
(561) 208-7400
(Address and telephone number, including area code, of registrants principal executive offices)
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
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Title of Each Class
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Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered |
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Common Stock, par value $.10 per share
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American Stock Exchange |
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule
405 of the Securities Act. Yes o No þ
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section
13 or Section 15(d) of the Exchange Act.
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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 þ No o
Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation
S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the best of registrants knowledge, in
definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K
or any amendment to this Form 10-K. þ
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):
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of
the Exchange Act). Yes o No þ
The aggregate market value of the voting stock held by non-affiliates of the Registrant was
approximately $6,523,007 as of March 31, 2008 based on the closing price of stock on the
American Stock Exchange on said date. For purposes of the foregoing computation, all executive
officers, directors and 10% beneficial owners of the Registrant are deemed to be affiliates. Such
determination should not be deemed to be an admission that such executive officers, directors or
10% beneficial owners are, in fact, affiliates of the registrant.
As of December 10, 2008, there were issued and outstanding 13,091,088 shares of the
Registrants common stock.
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
The information required by Part III (Items 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14) is incorporated by
reference from the Registrants definitive proxy statement for its 2007 Annual Meeting of
Shareholders (to be filed pursuant to Regulation 14A).
CAUTIONARY STATEMENTS ABOUT
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain statements in this Annual Report on Form 10-K, other than purely historical
information, including estimates, projections, statements relating to the business plans,
objectives and expected operating results of Sunair Services Corporation and the assumptions upon
which those statements are based, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the
Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and
Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements generally are
identified by the words believe, project, expect, anticipate, estimate, intend,
strategy, plan, may, should, will, would, will be, will continue, will likely
result, and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and
assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties which may cause actual results to differ
materially from the forward-looking statements. A detailed discussion of these and other risks and
uncertainties that could cause actual results and events to differ materially from such
forward-looking statements is included in the section entitled Risk Factors (refer to Item 1A).
Sunair Services Corporation undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any
forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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PART I
ITEM 1. DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS
Overview
Sunair Services Corporation (Sunair, the Company, us, we or our) is a Florida
corporation organized in 1956. We changed our corporate name from Sunair Electronics, Inc. to
Sunair Services Corporation in November of 2005. During fiscal 2008, we operated in two business
segments: Lawn and Pest Control Services and Telephone Communications. Our Lawn and Pest Control
Services segment provides lawn care and pest control services to both residential and commercial
customers. Our Telephone Communications segment which installs and maintains telephone and fixed
wireless systems was sold in September 2008 representing the completion of our strategy to shed our
legacy businesses and focus on our core business which is providing lawn and pest control services
to our customers.
On February 8, 2005, we closed a transaction with Coconut Palm Capital Investors II, Ltd.
(Coconut Palm), pursuant to a stock purchase agreement which we entered into on November 17,
2004. Coconut Palm purchased from us 5,000,000 Units for an aggregate purchase price of $25
million. Each Unit consisted of (i) one share of our common stock, (ii) one warrant to purchase one
share of our common stock at an exercise price of $6.00 per share with a term of three years and
(iii) one warrant to purchase one share of our common stock at an exercise price of $7.00 per share
with a term of five years. In connection with the investment by Coconut Palm, we formed a new Lawn
and Pest Control Services segment for future acquisitions and operations.
Effective upon the closing of the Coconut Palm transaction, we entered into a management
services agreement with an affiliate of Coconut Palm, RPC Financial Advisors, LLC (RPC), pursuant
to which RPC agreed to provide management services for us. Richard C. Rochon and Mario B. Ferrari,
both of whom are affiliates of Coconut Palm and each of whom are members of our Board of Directors
and principal shareholders of the Company, are also affiliates of RPC. On January 7, 2008, the
Company entered into a management services agreement (Management Services Agreement or the
Amended Management Services Agreement) with RPC, which superseded and replaced the management
services agreement (the Previous Management Services Agreement) dated February 8, 2005, as
amended between the Company and RPC. The Amended Management Services Agreement is for a term of
three years, commencing on February 8, 2008 and expiring on February 7, 2011. Pursuant to the
Amended Agreement, RPC provides the Company with services similar to those provided under the prior
management services agreement. We pay RPC a monthly management fee equal to one (1%) of the monthly
gross revenues of the Company, which are payable monthly based on the preceding quarter. RPC will
also receive a transaction fee of 2% of the Aggregate Consideration received by the Company in a
Transaction (as such capitalized terms are defined in the Amended Management Services Agreement).
After the initial term of three years, the Amended Management Services Agreement will automatically
renew for successive one year terms, unless either RPC or the Company terminates the agreement upon
30 days notice. Please see Note 17 Related Parties in our consolidated financial statements
included herein in Item 8.
In June 2005 with the acquisition of Middleton Pest Control, Inc., we made a strategic
decision to become a leading provider of lawn and pest control services focusing primarily on
residential customers. Previously, we had operated through two business segments: High Frequency
Radio and Telephone Communications. Since that time we have executed our strategy and shifted our
focus to the Lawn and Pest Control Services segment which resulted in a series of acquisitions and
divestitures planned to enable us to grow our core business, Lawn Care and Pest Control Services,
and shed our legacy businesses (Telephone Communications and High Frequency Radio).
Since June 2005 through September 30, 2008, our acquisitions and divestitures have been as
follows:
Acquisitions:
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June 2005 we acquired the issued and outstanding stock of Middleton Pest Control, Inc.
(Middleton), our platform company, a leading provider of lawn and pest control services
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July 2005 we acquired substantially all the assets of Four Seasons Lawn and Pest
Control, Inc. (Four Seasons). |
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December 2005 we acquired substantially all the assets of Spa Creek Services, LLC,
D/B/A as Pest Environmental Services, Inc. (Spa Creek). |
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January 2006 we acquired substantially all the assets of Par Pest Control, Inc., D/B/A
Paragon Termite & Pest Control (Paragon). |
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February 2006 we acquired substantially all the assets of Pestec Pest Control, Inc.
(Pestec). |
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March 2006 we acquired substantially all the assets of Ron Fee, Inc. (Ron Fee). |
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November 2006 we acquired substantially all the assets of Archer Exterminators, Inc.
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February 2007 we acquired substantially all the assets of Valentines Indoor Pest
Management, Inc. (Valentine). |
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April 2007 we acquired substantially all the assets of David Burke, Inc., D/B/A Florida
Exterminating (Florida Exterminating). |
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May 2007 we acquired substantially all the assets of Summer Rain Fertilization Company
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August 2007 we acquired substantially all the assets of Howell Environmental, Inc.
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September 2007 we acquired substantially all the assets of Longboat Key Pest Control,
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October 2007 we acquired substantially all the assets of Marshall Pest Control of SW
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September 2006 we sold substantially all the assets of Sunair Communications, Inc.
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November 2006 we sold real estate associated with the previously sold high frequency
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August 2007 we sold all the issued and outstanding stock of Percipia, Inc.
(Percipia), a wholly owned subsidiary operating in our Telephone Communications business
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September 2008 we sold all the issued and outstanding stock of Telecom FM Limited
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During this three year period we finalized the execution of our strategy by divesting our
non-core assets while growing our core lawn and pest control services business via acquisitions and
internally generated growth.
The Lawn and Pest Control Services Segment
The Lawn and Pest Control Services segment acquired its first company on June 7, 2005, through
the acquisition by our subsidiary, Sunair Southeast Pest Holdings, Inc., of all of the outstanding
capital stock of Middleton Pest Control, Inc., a lawn and pest control company with operations throughout the state of Florida. The aggregate purchase price for the outstanding
capital stock of Middleton was $50.0 million, which was comprised of: (i) $35.0 million in cash;
(ii) $5.0 million in the form of a subordinated promissory note; and (iii) 1,028,807 shares of our
common stock. We also incurred closing costs of $1.6 million and assumed $1.4 million of
liabilities for a total purchase price of $53.0 million. On July 29, 2005, Middleton acquired
substantially all of the assets of Four Seasons, a pest control and lawn care services company
located in Central Florida, for approximately $1.4 million in cash.
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In fiscal 2006, Middleton acquired four pest control companies. On December 16, 2005,
Middleton acquired substantially all of the assets of Spa Creek, a pest control and termite
services company located in Central Florida, for approximately $5.5 million in cash. We also
incurred transaction costs of $233,419 for a total purchase price of $5.7 million. On January 9,
2006, Middleton acquired substantially all of the assets of Paragon, a pest control and termite
services company headquartered in Port St. Lucie, Florida, for approximately $1.1 million,
consisting of $800,000 cash, $100,000 in the form of a subordinated promissory note, approximately
$50,000 in transaction costs and 17,036 shares of our common stock valued at $100,000. On February
28, 2006, Middleton acquired substantially all of the assets of Pestec, a pest control and lawn
care services company headquartered in Sarasota, Florida, for approximately $800,000, consisting of
$600,000 cash, $175,000 in the form of a subordinated promissory note and approximately $25,000 in
transaction costs. On March 31, 2006, Middleton acquired Ron Fee, a pest control and termite
services company located in Central Florida, for approximately $5.2 million, consisting of $4.0
million in cash and $1.2 million in the form of a subordinated promissory note. We also incurred
transaction costs of approximately $325,000 for a total purchase price of $5,525,000.
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fiscal 2007, Middleton acquired 6 pest control service and lawn care service companies. On
November 30, 2006, Middleton acquired substantially all of the assets of Archer, a pest control
services company located in Orlando, Florida, for $3.3 million, consisting of $1.5 million in cash,
$1.5 million in the form of a subordinated promissory note and 73,529 shares of the Companys
common stock valued at $300,000. We also incurred approximately $150,400 of transactions costs
related to this acquisition. On February 8, 2007, Middleton acquired substantially all the assets
of Valentine, headquartered in St. Cloud, Florida for approximately $43,400, consisting of $18,432
in cash and $25,000 in the form of a promissory note. On April 30, 2007, Middleton acquired
substantially all the assets of Florida Exterminating, a pest control company headquartered in
Tampa, Florida for approximately $815,000 consisting of $580,000 in cash and $235,000 in the form
of a promissory note. We also incurred approximately $55,000 of transactions costs related to this
acquisition. On May 31, 2007, Middleton acquired substantially all the assets of Summer Rain, a
lawn care services company headquartered in Margate, Florida for approximately $1.0 million,
consisting of $500,000 in cash and $500,000 in the form of a promissory note. We also incurred
approximately $161,400 of transactions costs related to this acquisition. On August 27, 2007,
Middleton acquired substantially all the assets of Howell, a lawn care and pest control services
company located in West Palm Beach, Florida, for approximately $2.3 million, consisting of $925,000
in cash and $1.4 million in the form of a subordinated promissory note with $1.0 million secured by
a letter of credit. We also incurred approximately $161,500 of transactions costs related to this
acquisition. On September 20, 2007, Middleton acquired substantially all of the assets of Longboat
Key, a lawn care and pest control services company located in Longboat, Florida for $1.7 million,
consisting of $1.0 million in cash, $542,000 in the form of a promissory note and $158,000 to be
paid over a two year period at a rate equal to 50% of the collections received by Longboat Key from
a large commercial customer. We also incurred approximately $165,700 of transactions costs related
to this acquisition.
In fiscal 2008, Middleton acquired substantially all of the assets of Marshall, a lawn care
and pest control services company located in Naples, Florida for $1.6 million, consisting of $1.0
million in cash and $600,000 in the form of a promissory note. In addition, the Company incurred
working capital adjustments and transaction costs of approximately $0.3 million.
In fiscal 2009, we plan to focus on the organic growth of our core business within the
Companys existing market area. Although we do not plan on making any acquisitions of lawn and pest
control companies in fiscal 2009, we will consider selective acquisitions of lawn care and pest
control companies if they are strategic to our business plan.
Business of Middleton
Overview
Middleton, with headquarters located in Orlando, Florida, provides lawn care services and pest
control services to both residential and commercial customers. Middleton provides essential pest
control services and protection against termite damage, rodents and insects to homes and
businesses. In addition, Middleton supplies essential lawn care services to homes and businesses,
which includes fertilization treatments and protection against disease, weeds and insects for lawns
and shrubs. Middleton operates under Middleton Lawn and Pest Control and Middleton Pest Control,
Inc.
Middleton was founded in 1952 as a single location in Orlando, Florida. Middleton has since
grown to a network of 28 branches throughout Florida, from which it serves approximately 120,000
customer accounts as of September 30, 2008.
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Seasonality
The lawn and pest control business is seasonal in nature. The termite swarm season, which
generally occurs in early spring but varies by region depending on climate, leads to the highest
demand for termite control services and therefore the highest level of revenues. Weather
conditions, such as hurricanes, affect the demand for lawn care services and may result in a
decrease in revenues or an increase in costs.
Customers
As of September 30, 2008, approximately 88% of Middletons accounts were residential
representing approximately 84% of Middletons revenues and approximately 12% of Middletons
accounts were commercial representing approximately 16% of Middletons revenues.
The following table provides information regarding the services utilized by Middletons
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As of September 30, 2008, approximately 37% of Middletons customers use more than one
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Inventories
Middleton has relationships with multiple vendors for lawn and pest control treatment products
and maintains a sufficient level of chemicals, materials and other supplies to fulfill its
immediate servicing needs and to alleviate any potential short-term shortage in availability from
its national network of suppliers.
Competition
The lawn and pest control services industry, a highly fragmented industry which is actively
consolidating, is made up of approximately 20,000 pest control firms nationally and approximately
2,300 in Florida. The top five firms account for approximately 30% of revenues in the national
market and the top 100 firms account for approximately 50% of the revenues. The principal methods
of competition include quality of service, name recognition, pricing, assurance of customer
satisfaction and reputation.
Lawn Care Services. Competition in the market for lawn care services is strong, coming mainly
from large national companies including TruGreen/Chemlawn and, to a lesser extent, from regional
and local, independently owned firms and from homeowners who care for their own lawns.
Pest Control Services. Competition in the Florida market for pest control services is strong,
coming mainly from regional and local, independently owned firms, and, to a lesser extent, from
large national companies including Orkin and Terminix, and from homeowners who treat their own pest
control problems.
Marketing and Distribution
Middleton markets its services through an integrated marketing communications strategy which
includes television advertisement, yellow pages and local print advertising, direct mail, local
events and tradeshows, telemarketing and email marketing targeted at reaching both prospective and
current customers. Public relation initiatives are also used in targeting key external audiences,
including trade, local and consumer media.
Services are sold through two main distribution channels, field sales representatives and the
internet. Sales representatives use the point of sale data and targeted collateral materials to
conduct door-to door solicitations. Middletons website enables customers to order, pay, schedule
and request information about services online.
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Environmental and Regulatory Considerations
Middleton is subject to various legislative and regulatory enactments that are designed to
protect the environment, public health and consumer protection. Middleton believes that it is in
substantial compliance with all such legislative and regulatory requirements. Compliance with these
requirements has not had a material negative effect on its financial position, results of
operations or liquidity.
The Federal Insecticide Fungicide and Rodentcide Act (as amended) is a federal law that grants
the responsibility of the states to be the primary agent in enforcement and conditions under which
pest control companies operate. Each state must meet certain guidelines of the Environmental
Protection Agency in regulating the following: licensing, record keeping, contracts, standards of
application, training and registration of products. This allows each state to institute certain
features that set their regulatory programs in keeping with special interests of the citizens and
the pest control companies wishes in each state. Florida has enacted such guidelines which
regulate and license the pest control industry in Florida. The pest control industry is impacted by
these federal and state regulations.
Employees
The number of persons employed by Middleton as of September 30, 2008 was 538, which includes
129 salespersons, 245 technicians, 62 branch and district managers, 50 office associates, 7
telemarketers, and 45 persons in Middletons corporate office.
Subsequent Event
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December 31, 2008, we entered into a binding commitment with a financial institution to modify
certain terms and conditions of our revolving line of credit representing the third amendment to
our credit agreement. Among the amended terms and conditions was the extension of the maturity date
to January 2, 2010 and reduction of the maximum credit limit from $11.75 million on September 30,
2008 to $7.75 million on December 31, 2008, to
$7.5 million on March 31, 2009, to $6.75 million on
June 30, 2009 and to $5.5 million on September 30, 2009. In addition, there were amendments to the
financial covenants relating to the consolidated EBITDA, leverage ratio and fixed charge coverage
ratio, which amendments were effective for the quarter ended September 30, 2008. The consolidated
EBITDA requirement and the fixed charge coverage ratio were reduced and the leverage ratio was
increased. See Note 6 Revolving Line of Credit and Note 19-Subsequent Event.
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ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS
You should read and consider carefully each of the following factors, as well as the other
information contained in, attached to or incorporated by reference in this report. If any of the
following risks materialize, our financial condition and results of operations could be materially
and adversely affected and the value of our stock could decline. The risks and uncertainties
described below are those that we currently believe may materially affect us. Additional risks and
uncertainties not currently known to us or that we currently deem to be immaterial also may
materially and adversely affect our business operations.
The demand for our services are affected by changes in general economic conditions and consumer
confidence.
Changes in general economic conditions and consumer confidence affect the demand for our
services. All of our operations are conducted in Florida at the
present time and unfavorable economic conditions in Florida will
adversely impact our business. The weakness in the Florida housing
market, the high unemployment rate and the overall weakness in the
national and international economies may reduce consumer confidence
and related spending levels and in turn, reduce the demand for our
services.
Our markets are highly competitive. Competition could reduce our market share and adversely impact
our results of operations.
We operate in a highly competitive industry. Our revenues and earnings may be adversely
affected by changes in competitive prices. Competition in the market for lawn care services is
strong, coming mainly from large national companies including TruGreen/Chemlawn and, to a lesser
extent, from local, independently owned firms and from homeowners who care for their own lawns.
Competition in the market for pest control services is strong, coming mainly from regional and
local, independently owned firms, and, to a lesser extent, from large national companies including
Orkin and Terminix, and from homeowners who treat their own pest control problems.
We believe that the principal competitive factors in the market areas that we serve are
quality of service, pricing, assurance of customer satisfaction and reputation. No assurance can be
given that we will be able to compete successfully against current or future competitors or that
the competitive pressures that we face will not result in reduced market share and negatively
impact our financial performance.
We operate in a business that deals with changing technology
We operate in an environment that is constantly changing with the introduction of
technological advancements. To be competitive we need to remain abreast of advances in chemical
treatments, bait traps and other products and procedures used within the industry. No assurance can
be given that we will be able to compete successfully against current or future competitors or that
the competitive pressures that we face due to technological advancements will not result in reduced
market share and negatively impact our financial performance.
We are geographically concentrated in Florida making us vulnerable to adverse weather conditions
and climate specific seasonality which may affect the demand and profitability of our termite, pest
control and lawn care services.
Our lawn and pest control operations are conducted in Florida and may be adversely affected by
interruptions in business and property damage caused by severe weather conditions such as
hurricanes, tropical storms and flooding. Middletons business is also affected by the seasonal
nature of its termite control services. The termite swarm season, which generally occurs in early
spring but varies by region depending on climate, leads to the highest demand for termite control
services and therefore the highest level of revenues. Weather conditions affect the demand for lawn
care services and may result in a decrease in revenues or an increase in costs
Our inability to attract and retain skilled workers may impair growth potential and profitability.
Our ability to remain productive and profitable will depend substantially on our ability to
attract and retain skilled workers. Our ability to expand our operations is in part impacted by our
ability to increase our labor force. The demand for skilled employees is high, and the supply is
very limited. A significant increase in the wages paid by competing employers could result in a
reduction in our skilled labor force, increases in the wage rates paid by us, or both. If either of
these events occurred, our capacity and profitability could be diminished, and our growth potential
could be impaired.
Our financial performance may be impacted by increases in operating costs.
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Our financial performance is affected by factor costs, such as labor, health care, vehicle,
fuel, and insurance premiums. In particular, our financial performance is affected by increases in
operating costs, such as the increased fuel and petroleum based chemical costs experienced in
fiscal 2008.
Increases in raw material prices, fuel prices and other operating costs adversely affect our
results of operations.
Our financial performance is affected by the level of our operating expenses, such as fuel, raw
materials, wages and salaries, employee benefits, health care, vehicle, and insurance costs, all
of which may be subject to inflation. In fiscal 2008 and 2007, fuel prices have fluctuated widely.
If fuel prices increase our costs of operating vehicles and equipment would also increase. Fuel
price increases could also result in increases in the cost of fertilizer, and other petrochemicals
used in our business. We cannot predict the extent to which we may experience future increases in
fuel costs and other operating costs. To the extent such costs should increase, we may not be
able to fully pass these increased costs through to our existing and prospective customers, thereby
reducing our profitability.
Public perceptions that our products and services are not environmentally friendly or safe may
adversely affect the demand for our services.
In providing our services, we use, among other things, fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides.
Public perception that our products and services are not environmentally friendly or safe or are
harmful to humans, whether justified or not, could lead to reduced demand for our services, impair
our reputation, involve us in litigation, damage our brand names and otherwise have a material
adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Our operations may be adversely affected if we are unable to comply with regulatory and
environmental laws.
Our business is significantly affected by environmental laws and other regulations relating to
the pest control and lawn care industries and by changes in such laws and the level of enforcement
of such laws. We are unable to predict the level of enforcement of existing laws and regulations,
how such laws and regulations may be interpreted by enforcement agencies or court rulings, or
whether additional laws and regulations will be adopted. We believe our present operations comply
with applicable federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations in all material
respects. We also believe that compliance with such laws has had no material adverse effect on our
operations to date. However, such environmental laws are changed frequently. We are unable to
predict whether environmental laws will, in the future, materially affect our operations and
financial condition. Penalties for noncompliance with these laws may include cancellation of
licenses, fines, and other corrective actions, which would negatively affect our future financial
results.
We may acquire other lawn care and pest control services businesses, which may adversely affect our
operating results, financial condition and existing business.
Since June 2005 through the end of fiscal 2008, we have acquired 13 lawn care and pest control
service companies. In fiscal 2009, we plan on concentrating on organic growth and do not plan on
acquiring any new lawn care or pest control companies. However, we will consider selective
acquisitions of lawn care and pest control companies in fiscal 2009 if they are strategic to our
business plan. The success of our acquisition program will depend on, among other things:
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competition from other companies for the purchase of available candidates; |
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our ability to value those candidates accurately and negotiate favorable terms for
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the availability of funds to finance acquisitions; and |
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the availability of management resources to oversee the integration and operation of
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Financing for the acquisitions may come from several sources, including our existing cash on
hand as well as the proceeds from the exercise of outstanding warrants, the incurrence of
indebtedness or the issuance of additional common stock, preferred stock or other securities. The
issuance of a material amount of additional securities could, among other things:
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result in substantial dilution of the percentage ownership of our shareholders at the
time of issuance; |
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result in the substantial dilution of our earnings per share; |
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adversely affect the prevailing market price for our common stock; and |
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Our inability to successfully integrate businesses we acquire could have adverse consequences on
our business.
We have experienced significant growth through acquisitions and we may make additional
acquisitions in the future. Acquisitions result in greater administrative burdens and operating
costs and, to the extent financed with debt, additional interest costs. We cannot assure you that
we will be able to manage or integrate acquired companies or businesses successfully. The process
of integrating our acquired businesses may be disruptive to our business and may cause an
interruption of, or a loss of momentum in, our business as a result of the following factors, among
others:
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possible inconsistencies in standards, controls, procedures and policies among the
combined companies and the need to implement company-wide financial, accounting,
information and other systems; |
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failure to maintain the quality of services that the companies have historically
provided; |
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the need to coordinate geographically diverse organizations; and |
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the diversion of managements attention from our day-to-day business as a result of the
need to deal with any disruptions and difficulties and the need to add management resources
to do so. |
These disruptions and difficulties, if they occur, may cause us to fail to realize the cost
savings, revenue enhancements and other benefits that we currently expect to result from that
integration and may cause material adverse short- and long-term effects on our operating results
and financial condition.
We may not realize the anticipated cost savings and other benefits from our acquisitions.
Even if we are able to integrate the operations of acquired businesses into our operations, we
may not realize the full benefits of the cost savings, revenue enhancements or other benefits that
we anticipate. The potential cost savings associated with an acquisition are based on analyses
completed by our employees. These analyses necessarily involve assumptions as to future events,
including general business and industry conditions, costs to operate our business and competitive
factors, many of which are beyond our control and may not materialize. While we believe these
analyses and their underlying assumptions to be reasonable, they are estimates which are difficult
to predict and necessarily speculative in nature. If we achieve the expected benefits, they may not
be achieved within the anticipated time frame. Also, the cost savings and other synergies from
these acquisitions may be offset by costs incurred in integrating the companies, increases in other
expenses, operating losses or problems in the business unrelated to these acquisitions.
Our indebtedness under our revolving line of credit may negatively impact our ability to implement
our business plan.
We have a revolving line of credit with a financial institution. The revolving line of credit
requires us to maintain specified financial ratios regarding leverage, interest coverage and
EBITDA. The revolving line of credit also places certain restrictions on, among other things, our
ability to create or incur indebtedness, pay or make dividends or other distributions, create or
permit certain liens, enter into transactions with affiliates and merge or consolidate with other
entities. As a result, a failure to maintain these specified financial ratios and the amount and
terms of our indebtedness under the revolving line of credit may negatively impact our ability to
implement our business plan. For example, it could:
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limit our flexibility in planning for, or reacting to, changes in our business and the
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increase our vulnerability to general economic and industry conditions; |
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place us at a competitive disadvantage to our competitors that are less leveraged; |
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require us to sell debt or equity securities or sell some of our core assets, possibly
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limit our ability to borrow additional funds. |
Termination of our Amended Management Services Agreement could affect our business.
We are a party to an Amended Management Services Agreement with RPC pursuant to which RPC,
subject to the oversight and review of our board of directors, provides us with certain management
services. The Amended Management Services Agreement is for a term of three years and expires on
February 7, 2011. After the initial three year term, the Amended Management Services Agreement
will automatically renew for successive one year terms, unless either RPC or the Company terminates
the agreement upon 30 days notice. These management services include, among other things:
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establishing certain office, accounting and administrative procedures; |
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assisting us in trying to obtain financing relating to business operations and
acquisitions; |
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helping us in developing and implementing advertising, promotional and marketing
programs; |
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advising us with respect to securities matters as well as future acquisitions and
dispositions; |
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assisting us in developing tax planning strategies; |
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formulating risk management policies; and |
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other management services as may be requested by us. |
Our arrangement may be terminated in accordance with certain provisions of the Amended
Management Services Agreement. The termination of such agreement could have a significant adverse
effect on us as we would no longer be able to benefit from RPCs knowledge, experience and
guidance, and the loss of RPCs services as our manager could adversely affect our business plan
and results of operations, our ability to raise additional capital and our ability to achieve
enhanced profitability.
Our company is dependent on our ability to retain and hire management personnel to oversee the
business operations
We are dependent upon the services of management personnel who are knowledgeable in the lawn
and pest control services industry. The loss of key management personnel could have an adverse
effect on us as we would no longer benefit from the knowledge and expertise they possess. In
addition, our inability to attract or retain executive officers and employees to manage the company
could seriously harm the business, results of operations and financial condition of the company.
Product liability claims or inadequate product liability insurance coverage may have a material
adverse effect on our business, financial condition and future prospects.
We face an inherent risk of product liability exposure related to our use of pesticides and
chemicals in our lawn and pest control business. An individual may bring a product liability claim
against us if one of the products that we use causes, or appears to have caused, an injury. Product
liability claims may result in:
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substantial monetary awards to plaintiffs; |
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costs of related litigation; |
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injury to our reputation; and |
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decreased demand for our products. |
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We currently maintain product liability coverage against risks associated with our services.
Insurance coverage may not be available in the future at an acceptable cost, if at all, or in
sufficient amounts to protect us against such liability. The obligation to pay any product
liability claim in excess of whatever insurance we are able to acquire could have a material
adverse effect on our business, financial condition and future prospects.
Coconut Palm, an entity affiliated with two of our directors, has the ability to significantly
influence the outcome of any matters submitted to a vote of our shareholders.
Two of our directors through their affiliation with Coconut Palm have the power to vote, in
their sole discretion, all of the securities owned by the former limited partners of Coconut Palm.
As of December 10, 2008, Coconut Palm beneficially owned
approximately 52% of our common stock,
assuming beneficial ownership is defined as including common stock ownership after exercising all
warrants or options exercisable within 60 days of December 10, 2008. Therefore, Coconut Palm has
the ability to significantly influence the outcome of any matters submitted to a vote of our
shareholders. Risks that may result from this ability are largely focused on the following
variables:
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the potential for making decisions which are based on a return on investment timetable
which is based on the individual preferences and interests of the directors which may be
different and in conflict with the more immediate horizon which may be expected in public
equity markets at any point in time. |
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the potential for investing in operating strategies which reflect a higher or lower
relationship of risk and returns on investment than other common equity investors of the
Company. |
We do not anticipate paying any dividends on our common stock.
Over the last five years, we have not paid any dividends on our common stock. We anticipate
that for the foreseeable future we will continue to retain any earnings for use in the operation of
our business. Any future determination to pay cash dividends will be at the discretion of our board
of directors and will depend on our earnings, capital requirements, financial condition and other
factors deemed relevant by our board of directors.
Our shareholders may incur substantial dilution upon the exercising of outstanding warrants.
Our shareholders may incur substantial dilution of their percentage of ownership interests if
our warrant holders exercise their warrants. As of December 10, 2008, we have warrants outstanding
to purchase (i) 5 million shares of our common stock at an exercise price of $7.00 per share, which
expire on February 7, 2010 and (ii) 1 million shares of our common stock at an exercise price of
$6.30 per share, which will expire on January 27, 2011. Upon exercise of the warrants, up to an
additional 6,000,000 shares of our common stock would be outstanding. In addition, the warrants
issued to our warrant holders contain certain anti-dilution provisions that if triggered, would
cause a decrease in the exercise price of the warrants and would result in more shares of common
stock being issuable upon exercise of the warrants. The warrants also provide for other customary
anti-dilution adjustments to the exercise price in the event of stock splits, stock dividends,
recapitalizations, reorganizations, reclassifications, distributions and business combinations, as
well as adjustments in the event of cash dividends and other specified distributions. Adjustments
to the warrants pursuant to these provisions may result in significant dilution to the ownership
interests of our existing shareholders and may adversely affect the market price of our common
stock. The anti-dilution provisions may also limit our ability to obtain additional financing on
terms favorable to us.
An increased number of shares of our common stock in the market may adversely impact the market
price of our common stock.
Sales of large amounts of our common stock in the public market, exercise of the warrants held
by our shareholders, completion of future purchases of companies in the lawn and pest control
services sector in which shares of our common stock constitutes a part or all of the purchase price
or completion of other sales of our common stock could adversely affect the prevailing market price
of our common stock, even if our business is doing well. These potential sales could also impair
our ability to raise additional capital through the sale of equity securities.
Our stock is thinly traded.
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While our stock trades on the American Stock Exchange, our stock is thinly traded and an
investor may have difficulty in reselling his or her shares quickly. The low trading volume of our
common stock is outside of our control, and we cannot guarantee that the trading volume will
increase in the near future or that, even if it does increase in the future, it will be maintained.
Without a large float, our common stock is less liquid than the stock of companies with broader
public ownership and, as a result, the trading prices of our common stock may be more volatile. In
addition, in the absence of an active public trading market, an investor may be unable to liquidate
his or her investment in us. Trading of a relatively small volume of our common stock may have a
greater impact on the trading price for our stock than would be the case if our public float were
larger. We cannot predict the prices at which our common stock will trade in the future.
ITEM 2. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
Middletons corporate headquarters are located at 1736 33rd Street, Orlando, Florida 32839.
Middleton leases the building where its corporate headquarters are located, which contains
approximately 12,000 sq. ft. of floor space. The lease expires on June 1, 2015. In addition,
Middleton leases 28 other branch offices in its business which operate in space held primarily
under three to five year leases providing for fixed monthly rental payments. The following is a
list of the district and branch locations:
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Orlando, Florida (3)
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Daytona Beach, Florida
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Kissimmee, Florida
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Cocoa, Florida
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Lakeland, Florida |
Longwood, Florida
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Orange City, Florida
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Clearwater, Florida |
Leesburg, Florida
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Palm Coast, Florida
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Sarasota, Florida |
Clermont, Florida
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New Smyrna, Florida
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Brooksville, Florida |
Gainesville, Florida
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Melbourne, Florida
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Odessa, Florida |
Ocala, Florida
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Vero Beach, Florida
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Longboat Key, Florida |
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St. Augustine, Florida
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Naples, Florida |
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Stuart, Florida |
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Jacksonville, Florida
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We believe that these facilities are well maintained, in compliance with environmental laws
and regulations, in all material respects and adequately covered by insurance. We also believe that
these leased facilities are not unique and could be replaced, if necessary, at the end of the term
of the existing leases.
ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
We are involved in litigation from time to time in the ordinary course of our business. Except
for the litigation described below, we do not believe that any litigation in which we are currently
involved, individually or in the aggregate, is material to our financial condition or results of
operations.
In October 2007, the Company filed a lawsuit in the Circuit Court for the Ninth Judicial
Circuit in the State of Florida against a number of former employees of Middleton for violation of
their non-compete agreements. In addition, certain of these former employees pursued and hired away
employees of Middleton which is also a violation of the existing employee non-compete agreements.
The Company is seeking injunctive relief and damages. In October 2007, the Company also filed a
lawsuit against a competitor for tortious interference alleging that they hired these former
employees knowing that they were in violation of the Companys non-compete agreement. These matters
were settled during the three months ended March 31, 2008 for an immaterial amount.
ITEM 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS
No matter was submitted to the vote of security holders during the fourth quarter of fiscal
2008.
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PART II
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND SMALL BUSINESS ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
The following table sets forth the high and low sale price of the Companys common stock as
traded on the American Stock Exchange under the symbol SNR.
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Low |
Year ended September 30, 2008 |
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First quarter |
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3.12 |
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1.66 |
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Second quarter |
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2.55 |
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1.58 |
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Third quarter |
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3.03 |
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2.21 |
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Fourth quarter |
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2.60 |
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1.61 |
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Year ended September 30, 2007 |
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First quarter |
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4.75 |
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3.61 |
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Second quarter |
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3.81 |
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3.00 |
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Third quarter |
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3.70 |
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3.11 |
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Fourth quarter |
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3.51 |
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2.70 |
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of December 10, 2008, there were 368 shareholders of record.
Dividends
We paid no dividends on our common stock in fiscal 2008 or fiscal 2007. The payment of cash
dividends will depend upon our earnings, consolidated financial position and cash requirements, our
compliance with loan agreements and other relevant factors. Management does not presently intend to
pay cash dividends on our common stock.
Equity Compensation Plan Information
The following table sets forth information, as of September 30, 2008, with respect to the
Companys compensation plans under which the Companys common stock is authorized for issuance:
Equity Compensation Plan Information
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securities |
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remaining available |
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column (a)) |
Plan Category |
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Equity compensation plans approved by stockholders |
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6,857,949 |
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6.60 |
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130,863 |
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Equity compensation plans not approved by stockholders |
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Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities
None.
Issuer Repurchases
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None.
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENTS DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATION
The following Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
Operations should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and related
notes contained in Item 8 of this report Form 10-K. The following Managements Discussion and
Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (MD&A) includes the following sections:
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Company Overview |
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Results of Operations |
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Critical Accounting Policies |
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Recent Accounting Pronouncements |
You should note that this MD&A discussion contains forward-looking statements that involve
risks and uncertainties. Please see the section entitled Risk Factors at the beginning of Item 1A
on pages 9 through 14 for important information to consider when evaluating such statements. You
should read this MD&A in conjunction with the Companys financial statements and related notes
included in Item 8.
Company Overview
Sunair Services Corporation is a Florida corporation organized in 1956. We changed our
corporate name from Sunair Electronics, Inc. to Sunair Services Corporation in November of 2005.
Previously, we operated through two business segments: Telephone Communications and High Frequency
Radio. In June 2005 with the acquisition of Middleton we embarked on a new strategy to become a
leading regional provider of lawn and pest control services focusing mainly on residential
customers.
We have completed the execution of our strategy which was to focus on growing our core
business, Lawn and Pest Control Services, and to divest our legacy businesses (Telephone
Communications and High Frequency Radio).
The acquisitions and divestitures for the years ended September 30, 2007 and 2008 are as
follows:
Acquisitions:
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November 2006 we acquired substantially all the assets of Archer. |
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February 2007 we acquired substantially all the assets of Valentine. |
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April 2007 we acquired substantially all the assets of Florida Exterminating. |
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May 2007 we acquired substantially all the assets of Summer Rain. |
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August 2007 we acquired substantially all the assets of Howell. |
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September 2007 we acquired substantially all the assets of Longboat Key. |
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October 2007 we acquired substantially all the assets of Marshall. |
All of these acquisitions of lawn care and pest control companies have been made by Middleton,
our platform company, and have been integrated into its operations.
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Dispositions:
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November 2006 we sold real estate associated with the previously sold high frequency radio
business. |
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August 2007 we sold all the issued and outstanding stock of Percipia, a wholly owned
subsidiary operating in our Telephone Communications business segment. |
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September 2008 we sold all the issued and outstanding stock of Telecom FM, a wholly
owned subsidiary operating in our Telephone Communications business segment. |
The divestiture of Telecom FM represents a key transaction for us. With the sale of this
subsidiary, we finalized the execution of our strategy of divesting our non-core assets while
growing our core lawn and pest control services business via acquisitions and internally generated
growth.
Results of Operations
Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2008 (fiscal 2008) compared to the Fiscal Year ended September
30, 2007 (fiscal 2007)
Revenue, Cost of Sales, and Gross Profit:
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Revenue |
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56,613 |
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53,016 |
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Gross profit |
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34,970 |
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33,730 |
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Revenue
Revenue from lawn and pest control services is comprised of lawn, pest control and termite
services. Revenue increased by $3.6 million or 6.8% for fiscal 2008 as compared to fiscal 2007.
The revenue increase was primarily attributable to the integration of our 6 acquisitions that took
place throughout fiscal 2007 and which has been reflected for the entire year in fiscal 2008
coupled with our Marshall acquisition which took place on October 2, 2007.
Cost of Sales
Cost of sales in the lawn and pest control services increased by $2.4 million or 12.2% to
$21.6 million or 38.2% of revenue for fiscal 2008 as compared to $19.3 million or 36.4% of revenue
for fiscal 2007 due to the following factors:
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Chemical costs increased by $0.7 million for fiscal 2008 as compared to fiscal 2007. The
price of petroleum based chemical and fertilizer products increased due to higher oil
prices. |
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Payroll costs increased by $0.7 for fiscal 2008 as compared to fiscal 2007 due to an
increase in activity and wage increases. Most of the increase in payroll in fiscal 2008
compared to fiscal 2007 was due to the integration of our fiscal 2007 and fiscal 2008
acquisitions. |
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Vehicle costs increased by $1.0 million for fiscal 2008 compared to fiscal 2007 primarily
due to an increase in fuel and vehicle maintenance costs. |
Gross Profit
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The gross profit of the lawn and pest control services increased by $1.2 million or 3.7% to
$35.0 million or 61.8% of revenue for fiscal 2008 as compared to $33.7 million or 63.6% of revenue
for fiscal 2007.
Operating Expenses:
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses:
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For the Year Ended |
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2008 |
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2007 |
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Selling |
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5,921 |
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7,029 |
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General and administrative |
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28,128 |
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27,051 |
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Depreciation and amortization |
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4,425 |
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2,946 |
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38,474 |
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$ |
37,026 |
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Total operating expenses increased by $1.4 million or 3.9% to $38.5 million or 68.0% of
revenue for fiscal 2008 as compared to $37.0 million or 69.8% of revenue for fiscal 2007.
Selling expenses decreased by $1.1 million or 15.8% to $5.9 million or 10.5% of revenue for
fiscal 2008 as compared to $7.0 million or 13.3% of revenue for fiscal 2007.
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Advertising costs decreased by $0.7 million for fiscal 2008 as compared to the same time
period in 2007 due to reduced use of television and radio advertising. |
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Sales payroll costs decreased by $0.4 million for fiscal 2008 as compared to the same
time period in 2007. In fiscal 2008, the sales compensation structure was changed, moving
sales consultants from salary to a commission-based compensation structure. |
General and administrative expenses increased by $1.1 million or 4.0% to $28.1 million or
49.7% of revenue for fiscal 2008 as compared to $27.0 million or 51.0% of revenue for fiscal 2007.
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Middletons general and administrative expenses increased by $1.5 million for fiscal 2008
as compared to fiscal 2007. The increase was primarily driven by payroll expenses which
increased $1.0 million in fiscal 2008 compared to fiscal 2007 as a result of the increase in
staff due to the purchase and integration of several acquisitions, expansion of staff
related to meeting our compliance requirements with regard to Sarbanes-Oxley and an increase
in staff related to the conversion of our existing operating software to a new system.
Occupancy expenses increased by $0.3 million due to our expansion and increased facility
lease rates. The Company moved to a lockbox system in August 2007. Lockbox fees and
statement fulfillment expenses were $0.3 million for fiscal 2008. There were no lockbox fees
and statement costs for the same time period in fiscal 2007. The implementation of a lockbox
system has enabled us to streamline our billing and cash receipts processing and has
improved our ability to manage cash flow. |
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Corporate general and administrative expenses decreased by $0.4 million for fiscal 2008
as compared to fiscal 2007. Management fees decreased by $0.6 million as a result of the
Amended Management Services Agreement that commenced on February 8, 2008, resulting in lower
management fees. Stock-based compensation expense decreased by $0.1 million due to a
reduction in the stock price of our common stock. During the fourth quarter of 2008, the
Company incurred $0.4 million in severance payments related to the termination of the
employment agreement of our former Chief Executive Officer and President. |
Depreciation and amortization expenses increased by $1.5 million or 50.2% to $4.4 million or
7.8% of revenue for fiscal 2008 as compared to $2.9 million or 5.6% of revenue for fiscal 2007.
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Depreciation and amortization expenses increased by $1.5 million for fiscal 2008 as
compared to fiscal 2007 due to a significant increase in the amortization of intangibles
related to our fiscal 2007 acquisitions coupled with the change in estimated life for |
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customer lists from 8 years to 5 years which occurred during the fourth quarter of fiscal
year 2007. In addition, Marshall was acquired on October 2, 2007. Thus, a full year of
amortization expense in fiscal 2008 related to this acquisition. |
Other Income (Expense):
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September 30, |
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2008 |
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2007 |
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Interest income |
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$ |
143 |
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$ |
202 |
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Interest expense |
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(Loss) gain on disposal of assets |
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28 |
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75 |
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$ |
(995 |
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Other expenses increased by $0.1 million or 13.9% for fiscal 2008 as compared to fiscal 2007
primarily related to an increase in interest expense. Since September 30, 2006, the Company has
incurred an additional $4.4 million in debt related to acquisitions completed during fiscal 2007
and fiscal 2008. The debt incurred in fiscal 2007 has been outstanding all of fiscal 2008 and thus
resulted in an increase in interest expense.
Income Tax (Expense) Benefit from Continuing Operations:
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For the Year Ended |
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September 30, |
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2008 |
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2007 |
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Income tax provision |
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$ |
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(337 |
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The
income tax provision from continuing operations decreased to zero in fiscal 2008 as
compared to fiscal 2007. The Company did not recognize an income tax benefit for fiscal 2008 as the
Company has $16.3 million of net operating losses carryforwards which expire in 2027 and which are
fully reserved. In addition, the Company does not have any net operating loss carrybacks.
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Discontinued Operations:
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(dollars in thousands) |
|
|
(dollars in thousands) |
|
|
|
For the Year Ended |
|
|
For the Year Ended |
|
|
|
September 30, 2008 |
|
|
September 30, 2007 |
|
Sunair Communications Net loss |
|
$ |
(2,000 |
) |
|
$ |
|
|
Percipia Net loss |
|
|
(74 |
) |
|
|
(1,964 |
) |
Telecom FM
Net (loss) income |
|
|
(229 |
) |
|
|
867 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Pre-tax income (loss) from discontinued operations |
|
|
(2,303 |
) |
|
|
(1,097 |
) |
Income tax provision |
|
|
(9 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Loss from discontinued operations |
|
|
(2,312 |
) |
|
|
(1,097 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Gain on sale of assets from discontinued operations |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,183 |
|
Income tax provision |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(822 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Gain on sale of assets from discontinued operations, net of income taxes |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,361 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Gain on sale of stock |
|
|
436 |
|
|
|
639 |
|
Income tax benefit |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,110 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Gain on sale stock, net of income taxes |
|
|
436 |
|
|
|
1,749 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total (loss) income from discontinued operations, net of income taxes |
|
$ |
(1,876 |
) |
|
$ |
2,013 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
As indicated earlier, the divestitures of our legacy businesses have been recorded as discontinued
operations:
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|
|
On November 20, 2006, we closed a transaction to sell the real estate property associated
with the previously sold high frequency radio business for $2.7 million in cash and a
recognized gain in the amount of $2.2 million, $1.4 million net of income taxes. |
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|
|
|
On August 1, 2007, we sold all the outstanding stock of Percipia, a wholly-owned
subsidiary, in our Telephone Communications segment for approximately $4.0 million in cash,
of which $750,000 was placed in an escrow account pending the resolution of certain tax
matters. The tax matters relating to the escrowed funds were settled in September 2008, at
which time we received approximately $0.3 million of the escrowed funds. We recognized a
book gain in the amount of $1.7 million which included an income tax benefit of $1.1 million
on the sales transaction. The income tax benefit arose as a result of the reversal of a net
deferred tax liability of $1.1 million. |
|
|
|
|
Percipia incurred a book loss for fiscal 2007 of $2.0 million and had a net tax of zero
for the year ended September 30, 2007 as the net deferred tax asset had been fully reserved.
No current income tax expense was incurred because of the taxable loss position. |
|
|
|
|
On September 30, 2008 we completed the sale of all the issued and outstanding stock of
Telecom FM, a wholly owned subsidiary operating in our Telephone Communications business
segment. The effective date of the sale was September 1, 2008. The aggregate purchase
price paid to the Company for Telecom FM was $3.6 million, which included the payment of
outstanding inter-company debt in the amount of $1.2 million.
The gain on the sale of
Telecom FM amounted to $0.4 million. |
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|
|
|
As of September 30, 2008 a reserve was set up for the entire amount of a $2.0 million
note receivable due from Sunair Electronics LLC, relating to the sale of our legacy high
frequency radio business, as collection of this note is doubtful due to recent adverse
developments at Sunair Electronics LLC. |
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Generally our working capital needs are funded from operations and advances under our
revolving line of credit. In the lawn care and pest control business segment customers are billed
when service is rendered and payment is usually received in less than thirty (30) days.
As of September 30, 2008, our liquidity and capital resources included cash and equivalents of
$3.0 million, working capital deficit of $(5.7) million and $1.4 million was available under our
revolving line of credit. As of September 30, 2007, our liquidity and capital resources included
cash and equivalents of $2.8 million, a working capital deficit of $(0.9) million and there was
$9.0 million available under our revolving line of credit.
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Cash
used in operating activities for fiscal 2008 was $0.1 million compared to cash provided
by operating activities of $1.3 million for fiscal 2007.
In fiscal 2008 the primary uses of cash from operating activities were an increase in accounts
receivable of $1.7 million, $1.6 million of this increase in accounts receivable pertained to
Telecom which was disposed of as of August 31, 2008, and a decrease in unearned revenue of
approximately $0.1 million. The primary sources of cash from operating activities for fiscal year
2008 were a decrease in prepaid expenses and other current assets of
$0.7 million, an increase in accounts payable and accrued
expenses of $0.6 million and a decrease in
other assets of $0.2 million.
Net
cash used in investing activities for fiscal 2008 and 2007 was
$1.9 million and $2.0 million, respectively. The primary uses of cash from investing
activities in fiscal 2008 were $1.0 million cash paid for a business acquisition related to our
core lawn care and pest control services, $0.5 million for the purchase of property, plant and
equipment and $0.2 million for the purchase of software and other related costs.
Net
cash provided by financing activities for fiscal 2008 was $2.5 million compared to $1.9
million in fiscal 2007. In fiscal 2008 the primary source of cash from financing activities was
$2.9 million in net proceeds from our line of credit. The primary use of cash from financing
activities in fiscal 2008 was $0.4 million for the repayment of notes payable.
Cash flows from discontinued operations are included in the consolidated statement of cash
flows within operating, investing and financing activities. The absence of cash flows from
discontinued operations is not expected to impact future liquidity or capital resources.
Our uses of cash for fiscal 2009 will be principally for working capital needs, capital
expenditures and debt service. We are not anticipating significant acquisition activity in fiscal
2009. We believe that we can fund our planned business activities from a combination of cash flows
from operations and funds available under our revolving line of
credit which we amended on December 31, 2008. See Note
6 - Revolving Line of Credit and Note
19 - Subsequent Event.
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
We do not have any significant off-balance sheet arrangements.
Critical Accounting Policies
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally
accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that
affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues, expenses and the disclosure of
contingencies. Due to the inherent uncertainty involved in making estimates, actual results
reported in future periods may be materially different from those estimates. The following policies
are those that we consider to be the most critical. See Note 1, Summary of Significant Accounting
Policies, for further description of these and all other accounting policies.
Software development costs
Software development costs are capitalized under the provisions of Statement of Position 98-1,
Accounting for the Costs of Computer Software Developed or Obtained for Internal Use (SOP
98-1). We capitalize the costs of acquiring, developing and testing software to meet its internal
needs. Under the provisions of SOP 98-1, we capitalize costs associated with software developed or
obtained for internal use when both the preliminary project stage is completed and management has
authorized further funding for the project which it deems probable will be completed and used to
perform the function intended. Capitalized costs include only (1) external direct costs of
materials and services consumed in developing or obtaining internal-use software, (2) payroll and
payroll-related costs for employees who are directly associated with and devote time to the
internal-use software project and (3) interest costs incurred while developing internal-use
software. Capitalization of such costs ceases no later than the point at which the project is
substantially complete and ready for its intended use. Software development costs are amortized
using a straight-line method over a
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three-year period. At September 30, 2008, we capitalized
software costs amounting to $246,979 for Middleton in accordance with SOP 98-1.
We also capitalized certain costs associated with software development in accordance with
Financial Accounting Standards Board No. 86 (FASB No. 86), Accounting for the Costs of Computer
Software to Be Sold, Leased, or Otherwise Marketed. We amortized software costs for periods of 5 to
10 years, the estimated useful life of the asset. During 2008, we sold the outstanding shares of
Telecom FM where these software costs were incurred. At September 30, 2007, we capitalized software
costs amounting to $359,375 for Telecom FM in accordance with FASB No. 86.
Customer Lists
Customer lists are stated at fair value based on the discounted cash flows over the estimated
life of the customer contracts and relationships. The Company obtained a valuation study at the
time of acquisition of Middleton to determine the value and estimated life of customer lists
purchased in order to assist management in determining an appropriate method in which to amortize
the asset. The amortization life is based on historic analysis of customer relationships combined
with estimates of expected future revenues from customer accounts. Middleton has applied the same
valuation method on all of the subsequent acquisitions. Customer lists and intangible assets with
estimable useful lives are amortized over their respective estimated useful lives to their
estimated residual values, and reviewed for impairment in accordance with FASB Statement No. 144,
Accounting for Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets, (FASB No. 144).
The Company previously amortized customer lists on a straight-line basis over the weighted
average expected life of the customer of 8 years. In the fourth quarter of 2007, the Company
performed an extensive analysis to reassess the expected life of the customer lists and concluded
that the expected life of the customer should be adjusted from 8 years to 5 years. The change in
the estimated useful life used to account for customer lists resulted from our ongoing analysis of
all pertinent factors, including actual customer attrition data, demand, and competition. The
pertinent factors have been influenced by managements ongoing customer retention programs, as well
as tactical and strategic initiatives to improve service delivery, customer satisfaction, and the
credit worthiness of the subscriber customer base. In accordance with FASB Statement No. 154,
Accounting Changes and Error Corrections, (FASB No. 154), the change in estimated useful life of
customer lists is accounted for prospectively. The effect of the change in estimated useful life
for customer lists increased our loss from continuing operations and our net loss by approximately
$442,000 and decreased basic and diluted earnings per share by $0.03 for 2007. During fiscal 2008,
we continued to assess the expected life of the customer and concluded that a 5 year life remains
appropriate. Amortization expense for the years ended September 30, 2008 and 2007 amounted to
$3,726,734 and $2,223,545.
Goodwill and other intangible assets
Goodwill represents the excess of costs over fair value of net assets of businesses acquired.
Pursuant to FASB Statement No. 142 (FASB No. 142), Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets, goodwill
acquired in a purchase business combination and determined to have an indefinite useful life are
not amortized, but instead tested for impairment at least annually in accordance with the
provisions of FASB No. 142. The Company tests goodwill for impairment as of September 30 of each
year and, more frequently, if a triggering event occurs utilizing a valuation study. Recoverability
of goodwill is evaluated using a two-step process. The first step involves a comparison of the fair
value of the reporting unit with its carrying amount. If a reporting units carrying amount exceeds
its fair value, the second step is performed. The second step involves a comparison of the implied
fair value and carrying value of that reporting units goodwill. To the extent that a reporting units carrying amount exceeds the implied
fair value of its goodwill, an impairment loss is recognized.
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In performing this assessment, we apply a weighting factor to the i) income approach ii)
market capitalization approach under the market approach and the (iii) similar transactions method
which is the second method under the market approach to develop the fair value of the reporting
unit in order to assess its potential impairment of goodwill. The income approach is based on a
discounted cash flow model which relies on a number of factors, including operating results,
business plans, economic projections and anticipated future cash flows. Developing these future
cash flow projections requires management to make significant assumptions and estimates regarding
the sales, gross margin and operating expenses of the reporting unit, as well as consideration of
future macroeconomic conditions and the impact of planned business or operational strategies, such
as cost cutting measures and focusing on enhancing efficiencies. The U.S. economy and specifically
the State of Florida have experienced downward economic pressure during 2007 and 2008, which has
impacted our growth and attrition rates. Over the forecasted period, we presumed a return to a more
stable economic environment which would positively impact our overall growth and attrition rates.
In addition, the forecasted period presumes a continued focus on enhancing our internal sales
capabilities. Rates used to discount future cash flows are dependent upon interest rates and the
cost of capital at a point in time.
The similar transactions method is a market approach methodology in which the fair value of a
business is estimated by analyzing the prices at which companies similar to the subject, which are
used as guidelines, have sold in controlling interest transactions (mergers and acquisitions).
Specific information and prices analyzed were the acquisitions that we completed over the last two
years as well as the receipt of an unsolicited offer from a third party to purchase our stock.
Target companies are compared to the subject company, and multiples paid in transactions are
analyzed and applied to subject company data, resulting in value indications. Comparability can be
affected by, among other things, the product or service produced or sold, geographic markets
served, competitive position, profitability, growth expectations, size, risk perception, and
capital structure. The similar transactions market approach is difficult to apply as there are none
to very few similar companies from which comparisons can be derived. There are inherent
uncertainties related to these factors and our judgment in applying them to the analysis of
goodwill impairment. It is possible that assumptions underlying the impairment analysis will change
in such a manner that impairment in value may occur in the future.
As of September 30, 2008, we were not aware of any items or events that would cause us to
adjust the recorded value of goodwill for impairment. Based upon the most recent assessment as of
September 30, 2008, the estimated fair value of the reporting unit exceeded its carrying amount by
approximately $3.0 million. We believe the most significant assumptions which would have an effect
on the estimated fair value of goodwill are the growth rate and the weighted average cost of
capital. At September 30, 2008, we used a growth rate of 5.7% for 2009, 7% for 2010 and 10% for
2011 through 2013. The weighted average cost of capital used was 15.0%. We estimate that a one
percentage point increase in the weighted average cost of capital with all other factors remaining
the same results in a $1.9 million excess of carrying value over the estimated fair value of the
reporting unit. A one percentage decrease in the sales growth rate with all other factors remaining
the same results in a $0.7 million excess of estimated fair value over carrying value of the
reporting unit.
FASB No. 142 also requires that customer lists and intangible assets with estimable useful
lives be amortized over their respective estimated useful lives to their estimated residual values,
and reviewed for impairment in accordance with FASB Statement No. 144, Accounting for Impairment or
Disposal of Long-Lived Assets (FASB No. 144). Customer lists are stated at fair value based on
the discounted cash flows over the estimated life of the customer contracts and relationships. We
performed a valuation study at the time of acquisition of Middleton to determine the value and
estimated life of customer lists purchased in order to assist management in determining an
appropriate method in which to amortize the asset. The amortization life is based on historic
analysis of customer relationships combined with estimates of expected future revenues from
customer accounts. Middleton has applied the same acquisition method on all of the subsequent
acquisitions. We previously amortized customer lists on a straight-line basis over the expected
life of the customer of 8 years.
In the fourth quarter of 2007, the Company performed an extensive analysis to reassess the
expected life of the customer lists and concluded that the expected life of the customer should be
adjusted from 8 years to 5 years. The change in the estimated useful life used to account for
customer lists resulted from our ongoing analysis of all pertinent factors, including actual
customer attrition data, demand, and competition. The pertinent factors have been influenced by
managements ongoing customer retention programs, as well as tactical and strategic initiatives to
improve service delivery, customer satisfaction, and the credit worthiness of the subscriber
customer base. In accordance with FASB Statement No. 154, Accounting Changes and Error Corrections,
(FASB No. 154) the change in estimated useful life of customer lists is accounted for
prospectively. The effect of the change in estimated useful life for customer lists increased the
loss from continuing operations and net loss by approximately $442,000 each and decreased basic and
diluted earnings per share by $0.03 for 2007. During fiscal 2008, we continued to assess the
expected life of the customer and concluded that a 5 year life remains appropriate.
Impairment of long-lived assets and long-lived assets to be disposed of
In accordance with FASB No. 144, we review long-lived assets for impairment whenever events or
changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable.
Recoverability of assets to be held and used is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of
an asset to future undiscounted cash flows expected to be generated by the asset. If such assets
are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized is measured by the amount by which
the carrying value of the assets exceed the estimated fair value. Assets to be disposed of are
reported at the lower of the carrying amount or estimated fair value less costs to sell. No asset
impairment occurred during the years ended September 30, 2008 and 2007.
Revenue recognition
The Companys revenue recognition policies are designed to recognize revenues at the time
services are rendered or when goods change hands.
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Lawn and ornamental services are primarily recurring in nature on a bi-monthly basis. In
general lawn and ornamental customers sign an initial one year contract, and revenues are
recognized when services are rendered. The Company offers a discount to those customers who prepay
a full year of services. The Company defers recognition of these advance payments and the related
discounts until the underlying services have been rendered.
Pest control services primarily are billed annually with services being rendered on a
semi-annual basis. In general pest control customers sign an initial one year contract. The Company
recognizes revenue over the life of these contracts in proportion to the direct costs incurred.
These costs have a direct relationship to the fulfillment of the Companys obligations under the
contracts and are representative of the value provided to the customer.
Termite baiting is primarily billed annually with revenues recognized as services are
rendered. At the inception of a new baiting services contract the system is installed. The Company
recognizes revenue for the installation of the monitoring stations, initial directed liquid
termiticide treatment and rendering of the initial monitoring services. The remaining portion of
the annual fees billed are deferred and recognized as the remaining monitoring services are
rendered over the annual period. Baiting renewal revenue is deferred and recognized over the annual
period when the inspection and monitoring services are actually rendered. Liquid and drywood
termite application revenues, both initial and renewal are recognized when the services are
rendered.
Stock-based Compensation
Effective January 1, 2006, the Company adopted FASB Statement No.123 (revised 2004),
"Share-Based Payments (FASB No. 123R). The Company adopted FASB No. 123R using the modified
prospective basis. Under this method, compensation costs recognized beginning January 1, 2006
included costs related to 1) all share-based payments granted prior to but not yet vested as of
January 1, 2006, based on previously estimated grant-date fair values and 2) all share-based
payments granted subsequent to December 31, 2005 based on the grant-date fair value estimated in
accordance with the provisions of FASB No. 123R. The Company has continued to use the Black-Scholes
option pricing model to estimate the fair value of stock options granted subsequent to the date of
adoption of FASB No. 123R. See Note 10-Stock Options.
Income Taxes
Income taxes are accounted for under the asset and liability method. Deferred tax assets and
liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between
financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax
bases and operating loss and tax credit carryforwards. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are
measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those
temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets
and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period that includes the
enactment date. Valuation allowances are established when necessary to reduce tax assets to the
amounts expected to be realized. In assessing the likelihood of realization, we consider estimates
of future taxable income.
Effective October 1, 2007, the Company adopted Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)
Interpretation No. (FIN) 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes. FIN 48 clarifies the
accounting for uncertainty in income taxes recognized in financial statements in accordance with
SFAS No. 109, Accounting for Income Taxes. FIN 48 prescribes a recognition threshold and
measurement attribute for the financial statement recognition and measurement of a tax position
taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. FIN 48 requires that the Company determine whether
the benefits of the Companys tax positions are more likely than not of being sustained upon audit
based on the technical merits of the tax position. The provisions of FIN 48 also provide guidance
on de-recognition, classification, interest and penalties, accounting in interim periods, and
disclosure. The Company did not have any unrecognized tax benefits and there was no effect on the financial condition or results of
operations as a result of implementing FIN 48. The Company does not have any interest and penalties
in the statement of operations for the year ended September 30, 2008. The tax years 2004-2007
remain subject to examination by major tax jurisdictions.
We currently have provided for a full valuation allowance against our net deferred tax assets.
Based on the available objective evidence, management does not believe it is more likely than not
that the net deferred tax assets will be realizable in the future. An adjustment to the valuation
allowance would benefit net income in the period in which such determination is made if we
determine that we would be able to realize our deferred tax assets in the foreseeable future. Our
federal and state net operating loss carryforwards, amounting to approximately $16.3 million, begin
to expire in 2027.
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Recent Accounting Pronouncements
See Note 1, Summary of Significant Accounting Policies in the Notes to Consolidated
Financial Statements for a discussion of recent accounting pronouncements and their effect, if any,
on the Company.
ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA
The financial statements and supplemental data required pursuant to this Item is as follows:
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30 |
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31-32 |
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33 |
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Audit Committee, Board of Directors
and Stockholders of Sunair Services Corporation
and Subsidiaries
We have audited the consolidated financial statements of Sunair Services Corporation and
Subsidiaries as listed in the accompanying index. These consolidated financial statements are the
responsibility of the Companys management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these
consolidated financial statements based on our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material
misstatement. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its
internal control over financial reporting. Our audits included consideration of internal control
over financial reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the
circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the
companys internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An
audit also includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in
the consolidated financial statements, assessing the accounting principles used and significant
estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation.
We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all
material respects, the financial position of Sunair Services Corporation and Subsidiaries as of
September 30, 2008 and 2007, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for each of
the years in the two-year period ended September 30, 2008 in conformity with accounting principles
generally accepted in the United States of America.
Berenfeld Spritzer Shechter & Sheer, LLP
Certified Public Accountants
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
January 12, 2009
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SUNAIR SERVICES CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
SEPTEMBER 30,
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2008 |
|
|
2007 |
|
ASSETS |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
CURRENT ASSETS: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash and cash equivalents |
|
$ |
2,974,382 |
|
|
$ |
2,781,838 |
|
Accounts receivable, net |
|
|
2,597,447 |
|
|
|
3,481,064 |
|
Inventories, net |
|
|
1,403,832 |
|
|
|
1,826,636 |
|
Prepaid and other current assets |
|
|
2,829,535 |
|
|
|
2,185,909 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total Current Assets |
|
|
9,805,196 |
|
|
|
10,275,447 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PROPERTY, PLANT, AND EQUIPMENT, net |
|
|
1,907,213 |
|
|
|
2,118,552 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
OTHER ASSETS: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Note receivable, net |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,000,000 |
|
Software costs, net |
|
|
246,979 |
|
|
|
359,375 |
|
Customer list, net |
|
|
7,456,704 |
|
|
|
10,958,234 |
|
Goodwill |
|
|
62,112,528 |
|
|
|
60,675,353 |
|
Other assets |
|
|
254,790 |
|
|
|
390,294 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total Other Assets |
|
|
70,071,001 |
|
|
|
74,383,256 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
TOTAL ASSETS |
|
$ |
81,783,410 |
|
|
$ |
86,777,255 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
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SUNAIR SERVICES CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
SEPTEMBER 30,
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2008 |
|
|
2007 |
|
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
CURRENT LIABILITIES: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Accounts payable |
|
$ |
1,787,406 |
|
|
$ |
2,346,395 |
|
Accrued expenses |
|
|
3,256,342 |
|
|
|
4,263,674 |
|
Unearned revenues |
|
|
863,770 |
|
|
|
952,417 |
|
Customer deposits |
|
|
3,149,715 |
|
|
|
3,166,264 |
|
Revolving
line of credit, current portion |
|
|
4,100,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
Notes payable and capital leases, current portion |
|
|
2,306,189 |
|
|
|
409,029 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total Current Liabilities |
|
|
15,463,422 |
|
|
|
11,137,779 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
LONG TERM LIABILITIES: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Notes payable and capital leases, net of current portion |
|
|
3,682,184 |
|
|
|
5,545,456 |
|
Note payable related party |
|
|
5,000,000 |
|
|
|
5,000,000 |
|
Revolving
line of credit, net of current portion |
|
|
5,500,000 |
|
|
|
6,732,796 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total Long Term Liabilities |
|
|
14,182,184 |
|
|
|
17,278,252 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
TOTAL LIABILITIES |
|
|
29,645,606 |
|
|
|
28,416,031 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
COMMITMENTS & CONTINGENCIES |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Preferred stock, no par value, 8,000,000 shares
authorized, none issued and outstanding |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Common stock, $.10 par value, 100,000,000 shares
authorized, 13,091,088 shares issued and outstanding
at September 30, 2008 and 2007, respectively |
|
|
1,309,110 |
|
|
|
1,309,110 |
|
Additional paid-in capital |
|
|
52,756,311 |
|
|
|
52,378,437 |
|
Retained (deficit) earnings |
|
|
(1,927,617 |
) |
|
|
4,585,007 |
|
Accumulated other comprehensive gain cumulative translation adjustment |
|
|
|
|
|
|
88,670 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total Stockholders Equity |
|
|
52,137,804 |
|
|
|
58,361,224 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY |
|
$ |
81,783,410 |
|
|
$ |
86,777,255 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
28
SUNAIR SERVICES CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
FOR THE TWO YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30,
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2008 |
|
|
2007 |
|
SALES |
|
$ |
56,612,660 |
|
|
$ |
53,015,997 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
COST OF SALES |
|
|
21,642,620 |
|
|
|
19,285,950 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
GROSS PROFIT |
|
|
34,970,040 |
|
|
|
33,730,047 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
SELLING, GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES |
|
|
38,473,944 |
|
|
|
37,026,206 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
LOSS FROM OPERATIONS |
|
|
(3,503,904 |
) |
|
|
(3,296,159 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
OTHER INCOME (EXPENSES): |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Interest income |
|
|
142,814 |
|
|
|
202,280 |
|
Interest expense |
|
|
(1,339,721 |
) |
|
|
(1,224,834 |
) |
Gain on disposal of assets |
|
|
(10,774 |
) |
|
|
27,896 |
|
Other income |
|
|
75,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total Other Expenses |
|
|
(1,132,681 |
) |
|
|
(994,658 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
LOSS FROM OPERATIONS BEFORE INCOME TAXES |
|
|
(4,636,585 |
) |
|
|
(4,290,817 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
INCOME TAX (EXPENSE) BENEFIT |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(337,065 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
LOSS FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS |
|
|
(4,636,585 |
) |
|
|
(4,627,882 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(LOSS) INCOME FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS, NET OF
INCOME TAX (PROVISION)/BENEFIT OF
($8,677) and $288,062
IN 2008 and 2007, RESPECTIVELY |
|
|
(1,876,039 |
) |
|
|
2,012,692 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
NET LOSS |
|
$ |
(6,512,624 |
) |
|
$ |
(2,615,190 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
BASIC AND DILUTED INCOME (LOSS) PER SHARE: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
CONTINUING OPERATIONS |
|
$ |
(0.35 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.35 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS |
|
$ |
(0.14 |
) |
|
$ |
0.15 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
NET LOSS |
|
$ |
(0.49 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.20 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES OUTSTANDING: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
BASIC |
|
|
13,091,088 |
|
|
|
13,066,429 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
DILUTED |
|
|
13,091,088 |
|
|
|
13,066,429 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
29
SUNAIR
SERVICES CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY
AND COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS) INCOME
FOR THE YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30,
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Accumulated |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Additional |
|
|
|
|
|
Other |
|
Total |
|
|
Common Stock |
|
Paid-in |
|
Retained |
|
Comprehensive |
|
Stockholders |
|
|
Shares |
|
Amount |
|
Capital |
|
Earnings |
|
Income (Loss) |
|
Equity |
|
|
|
Balance at September 30, 2006 |
|
|
13,007,559 |
|
|
$ |
1,300,757 |
|
|
$ |
51,548,768 |
|
|
$ |
7,200,197 |
|
|
$ |
18,761 |
|
|
$ |
60,068,483 |
|
Comprehensive income (loss): |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net loss |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(2,615,190 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(2,615,190 |
) |
Currency translation adjustment |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
69,909 |
|
|
|
69,909 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Comprehensive income (loss) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(2,615,190 |
) |
|
|
69,909 |
|
|
|
(2,545,281 |
) |
Stock issued for acquisitions |
|
|
83,529 |
|
|
|
8,353 |
|
|
|
336,647 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
345,000 |
|
Stock-based compensation expense |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
493,022 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
493,022 |
|
|
|
|
Balance at September 30, 2007 |
|
|
13,091,088 |
|
|
|
1,309,110 |
|
|
|
52,378,437 |
|
|
|
4,585,007 |
|
|
|
88,670 |
|
|
$ |
58,361,224 |
|
Comprehensive income (loss): |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net loss |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(6,512,624 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(6,512,624 |
) |
Currency translation adjustment |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(88,670 |
) |
|
|
(88,670 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Comprehensive loss |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(6,512,624 |
) |
|
|
(88,670 |
) |
|
|
(6,601,294 |
) |
Stock-based compensation expense |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
377,874 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
377,874 |
|
|
|
|
Balance at September 30, 2008 |
|
|
13,091,088 |
|
|
$ |
1,309,110 |
|
|
$ |
52,756,311 |
|
|
$ |
(1,927,617 |
) |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
52,137,804 |
|
|
|
|
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
30
SUNAIR
SERVICES CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE TWO YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30,
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2008 |
|
|
2007 |
|
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net loss |
|
$ |
(6,512,624 |
) |
|
$ |
(2,615,190 |
) |
Adjustments
to reconcile net loss to
net cash (used in) provided by operating activities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Depreciation |
|
|
881,873 |
|
|
|
918,486 |
|
Amortization |
|
|
3,939,453 |
|
|
|
2,932,800 |
|
Deferred taxes |
|
|
|
|
|
|
25,161 |
|
Bad debt reserve |
|
|
2,454,246 |
|
|
|
(8,753 |
) |
Inventories reserve |
|
|
(404,878 |
) |
|
|
150,852 |
|
Gain on early extinguishment of debt |
|
|
(75,000 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Gain on sale of stock |
|
|
(436,284 |
) |
|
|
(639,107 |
) |
Loss (gain) on sale of assets |
|
|
10,774 |
|
|
|
(2,211,214 |
) |
Stock-based compensation expense |
|
|
377,874 |
|
|
|
493,022 |
|
Stock issued for services rendered |
|
|
|
|
|
|
45,000 |
|
(Increase) decrease in assets: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Accounts receivable |
|
|
(1,722,613 |
) |
|
|
1,150,982 |
|
Income tax receivable |
|
|
|
|
|
|
352,393 |
|
Inventories |
|
|
10,964 |
|
|
|
52,896 |
|
Prepaid and other current assets |
|
|
685,571 |
|
|
|
(940,099 |
) |
Other assets |
|
|
152,487 |
|
|
|
170,443 |
|
Increase (decrease) in liabilities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Accounts payable and accrued expenses |
|
|
637,044 |
|
|
|
906,949 |
|
Unearned revenue |
|
|
(88,647 |
) |
|
|
52,623 |
|
Customer deposits |
|
|
(20,347 |
) |
|
|
433,954 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net Cash (Used In) Provided By Operating Activities |
|
|
(110,107 |
) |
|
|
1,271,198 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Purchase of property, plant, and equipment |
|
|
(508,082 |
) |
|
|
(603,052 |
) |
Software development costs |
|
|
(246,979 |
) |
|
|
(316,001 |
) |
Cash paid for business acquisitions |
|
|
(1,000,000 |
) |
|
|
(4,546,650 |
) |
Proceeds from sale of Percipia |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,034,196 |
|
Net cash
used in the sale of Telecom FM |
|
|
(183,109 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Net proceeds from sale of assets |
|
|
61,764 |
|
|
|
2,381,668 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net Cash (Used In) Investing Activities |
|
$ |
(1,876,406 |
) |
|
$ |
(2,049,839 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
31
SUNAIR SERVICES CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE TWO YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30,
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2008 |
|
|
2007 |
|
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Repayment of line of credit (net) |
|
|
(932,796 |
) |
|
|
(5,998,681 |
) |
Proceeds from line of credit |
|
|
3,800,000 |
|
|
|
4,731,477 |
|
Repayment of notes payable |
|
|
(360,466 |
) |
|
|
(130,807 |
) |
Payment on capital leases |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(22,191 |
) |
Proceeds from payment of Percipia debt |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,969,836 |
|
Proceeds from note receivable |
|
|
|
|
|
|
334,986 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net Cash Provided By Financing Activities |
|
|
2,506,738 |
|
|
|
1,884,620 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Effect of exchange rate fluctuations on cash |
|
|
(327,681 |
) |
|
|
74,749 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
NET INCREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS |
|
|
192,544 |
|
|
|
1,180,728 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, BEGINNING OF PERIOD |
|
|
2,781,838 |
|
|
|
1,601,110 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, END OF PERIOD |
|
$ |
2,974,382 |
|
|
$ |
2,781,838 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash paid during the period for interest |
|
$ |
1,300,709 |
|
|
$ |
1,321,023 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF NON-CASH INVESTING AND FINANCING
ACTIVITIES: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Common stock issued in acquisitions |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
345,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Debt incurred in acquisitions |
|
$ |
600,000 |
|
|
$ |
4,202,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Receivable for proceeds from sale of Telecom FM |
|
$ |
1,800,000 |
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
32
SUNAIR
SERVICES CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTE 1 BUSINESS ACTIVITY AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Business activity
Sunair Services Corporation (Sunair, the Company) is a Florida corporation organized in 1956.
In November 2005, the Company name was changed from Sunair Electronics, Inc. to Sunair Services
Corporation. During 2008, the Company operated two business segments: Lawn and Pest Control
Services and Telephone Communications. In September 2008, the Company sold all the issued and
outstanding stock of Telecom FM Limited (Telecom FM), the remaining wholly owned subsidiary
operating in the Telephone Communications business segment.
Middleton Pest Control, Inc. (Middleton), a Florida corporation, is a wholly owned subsidiary
which provides pest control, lawn and shrub care, subterranean and drywood termite control and
mosquito reduction services to both residential and commercial customers.
Principles of consolidation
The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Sunair Services
Corporation and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All significant intercompany accounts and
transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Use of estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted
in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect
the reported amounts in the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual
results could differ from those estimates.
Cash and cash equivalents
The Company considers all highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or
less to be cash equivalents.
Accounts receivable
Accounts receivable consist of balances due from sales. The Company performs periodic credit
evaluations of its customers and maintains an allowance for potential credit losses based on
historical experience and other information available to management. At September 30, 2008 and
2007, the Company established an allowance of $407,075 and $334,419, respectively.
Inventories
Inventories, which consist of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods, are stated at the
lower of cost or market value, cost being determined using the first in, first out method. The
Company records reserves for inventory shrinkage and obsolescence, when considered necessary. At
September 30, 2008 and 2007, the Company established a reserve of $12,890 and $691,954,
respectively.
Property, plant, and equipment
Property, plant and equipment are carried at cost. Depreciation is provided over the estimated
useful lives of the assets using the straight-line method. The estimated useful lives used to
compute depreciation are as follows:
|
|
|
Buildings and improvements
|
|
10 to 30 years |
Machinery and equipment
|
|
4 to 10 years |
The cost of maintenance and repairs is charged to expense as incurred; renewals and betterments are
capitalized. When properties are retired or otherwise disposed of, the cost of such properties and
the related accumulated depreciation are removed from the accounts.
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Software development costs
Software development costs are capitalized under the provisions of Statement of Position 98-1,
Accounting for the Costs of Computer Software Developed or Obtained for Internal Use (SOP
98-1). The Company capitalizes the costs of acquiring, developing and testing software to meet its
internal needs. Under the provisions of SOP 98-1, the Company capitalizes costs associated with
software developed or obtained for internal use when both the preliminary project stage is
completed and management has authorized further funding for the project which it deems probable
will be completed and used to perform the function intended. Capitalized costs include only (1)
external direct costs of materials and services consumed in developing or obtaining internal-use
software, (2) payroll and payroll-related costs for employees who are directly associated with and
devote time to the internal-use software project and (3) interest costs incurred while developing
internal-use software. Capitalization of such costs ceases no later than the point at which the
project is substantially complete and ready for its intended use. Software development costs are
amortized using a straight-line method over a three-year period. At September 30, 2008, the
Company capitalized software costs amounting to $246,979 for Middleton in accordance with SOP 98-1.
The Company also capitalized certain costs associated with software development in accordance
with Financial Accounting Standards Board No. 86 (FASB No. 86), Accounting for the Costs of
Computer Software to Be Sold, Leased, or Otherwise Marketed. The Company amortized software costs
for periods of 5 to 10 years, the estimated useful life of the asset. During 2008, the Company sold
the outstanding shares of Telecom FM where these software costs were incurred. At September 30,
2007, the Company capitalized software costs amounting to $359,375 for Telecom FM in accordance
with FASB No. 86.
Customer Lists
Customer lists are stated at fair value based on the discounted cash flows over the estimated life
of the customer contracts and relationships. The Company obtained a valuation study at the time of
acquisition of Middleton to determine the value and estimated life of customer lists purchased in
order to assist management in determining an appropriate method in which to amortize the asset. The
amortization life is based on historic analysis of customer relationships combined with estimates
of expected future revenues from customer accounts. Middleton has applied the same valuation method
on all of the subsequent acquisitions. Customer lists and intangible assets with estimable useful
lives are amortized over their respective estimated useful lives to their estimated residual
values, and reviewed for impairment in accordance with FASB Statement No. 144, Accounting for
Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets, (FASB No. 144).
The Company previously amortized customer lists on a straight-line basis over the weighted average
expected life of the customer of 8 years. In the fourth quarter of 2007, the Company performed an
extensive analysis to reassess the expected life of the customer lists and concluded that the
expected life of the customer should be adjusted from 8 years to 5 years. The change in the
estimated useful life used to account for customer lists resulted from our ongoing analysis of all
pertinent factors, including actual customer attrition data, demand, and competition. The pertinent
factors have been influenced by managements ongoing customer retention programs, as well as
tactical and strategic initiatives to improve service delivery, customer satisfaction, and the
credit worthiness of the subscriber customer base. In accordance with FASB Statement No. 154,
Accounting Changes and Error Corrections, (FASB No. 154), the change in estimated useful life of
customer lists is accounted for prospectively. The effect of the change in estimated useful life
for customer lists increased our loss from continuing operations and our net loss by approximately
$442,000 and decreased basic and diluted earnings per share by $0.03 for 2007. During fiscal 2008,
the Company continued to assess the expected life of the customer and concluded that a 5 year life
remains appropriate. Amortization expense for the years ended September 30, 2008 and 2007 amounted
to $3,726,734 and $2,223,545.
Goodwill
Goodwill represents the excess of costs over fair value of net assets of businesses acquired.
Pursuant to FASB Statement No. 142 (FASB No. 142), Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets, goodwill
acquired in a purchase business combination and determined to have an indefinite useful life are
not amortized, but instead tested for impairment at least annually in accordance with the
provisions of FASB No. 142. The Company tests goodwill for impairment as of September 30 of each
year and, more frequently, if a triggering event occurs utilizing a valuation study. Recoverability
of goodwill is evaluated using a two-step process. The first step involves a comparison of the fair
value of the reporting unit with its carrying amount. If a reporting units carrying amount exceeds
its fair value, the second step is performed. The second step involves a comparison of the implied
fair value and carrying value of that reporting units goodwill. To the extent that a reporting
units carrying amount exceeds the implied fair value of its goodwill, an impairment loss is
recognized.
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In performing this assessment, management applies a weighting factor to the i) income approach ii)
market capitalization approach under the market approach and the (iii) similar transactions method
which is the second method under the market approach to develop the fair value of the reporting
unit in order to assess its potential impairment of goodwill. The income approach is based on a
discounted cash flow model which relies on a number of factors, including operating results,
business plans, economic projections and anticipated future cash flows. Developing these future
cash flow projections requires management to make significant assumptions and estimates regarding
the sales, gross margin and operating expenses of the reporting unit, as well as consideration of
future macroeconomic conditions and the impact of planned business or operational strategies, such
as cost cutting measures and focusing on enhancing efficiencies. The U.S. economy and specifically
the State of Florida have experienced downward economic pressure during 2007 and 2008, which has
impacted the Companys growth and attrition rates. Over the forecasted period, management presumed
a return to a more stable economic environment which would positively impact the Companys overall
growth and attrition rates. In addition, the forecasted period presumes a continued focus on
enhancing the Companys internal sales capabilities. Rates used to discount future cash flows are
dependent upon interest rates and the cost of capital at a point in time.
The similar transactions method is a market approach methodology in which the fair value of a
business is estimated by analyzing the prices at which companies similar to the subject, which are
used as guidelines, have sold in controlling interest transactions (mergers and acquisitions).
Specific information and prices analyzed were the acquisitions that the Company completed over the
last two years as well as an unsolicited offer from a third party to purchase Company stock.
Target companies are compared to the subject company, and multiples paid in transactions are
analyzed and applied to subject company data, resulting in value indications. Comparability can be
affected by, among other things, the product or service produced or sold, geographic markets
served, competitive position, profitability, growth expectations, size, risk perception, and
capital structure. The similar transactions market approach is difficult to apply as there are none
to very few similar companies from which comparisons can be derived. There are inherent
uncertainties related to these factors and managements judgment in applying them to the analysis
of goodwill impairment. It is possible that assumptions underlying the impairment analysis will
change in such a manner that impairment in value may occur in the future.
As of September 30, 2008, the Company was not aware of any items or events that would cause us to
adjust the recorded value of goodwill for impairment. Based upon the most recent assessment as of
September 30, 2008, the estimated fair value of the reporting unit exceeded its carrying amount by
approximately $3.0 million. Management believes the most significant assumptions which would have
an effect on the estimated fair value of goodwill are the growth rate and the weighted average cost
of capital. At September 30, 2008, the Company used a growth rate of 5.7% for 2009, 7% for 2010 and
10% for 2011 through 2013. The weighted average cost of capital used was 15.0%. The Company
estimates that a one percentage point increase in the weighted average cost of capital with all
other factors remaining the same results in a $1.9 million excess of carrying value over the
estimated fair value of the reporting unit. A one percentage decrease in the sales growth rate with
all other factors remaining the same results in a $0.7 million excess of estimated fair value over
carrying value of the reporting unit.
FASB No. 142 also requires that customer lists and intangible assets with estimable useful lives be
amortized over their respective estimated useful lives to their estimated residual values, and
reviewed for impairment in accordance with FASB Statement No. 144, Accounting for Impairment or
Disposal of Long-Lived Assets (FASB No. 144). Customer lists are stated at fair value based on
the discounted cash flows over the estimated life of the customer contracts and relationships. The
Company performed a valuation study at the time of acquisition of Middleton to determine the value
and estimated life of customer lists purchased in order to assist management in determining an
appropriate method in which to amortize the asset. The amortization life is based on historic
analysis of customer relationships combined with estimates of expected future revenues from
customer accounts. Middleton has applied the same acquisition method on all of the subsequent
acquisitions.
In the fourth quarter of 2007, the Company performed an extensive analysis to reassess the expected
life of the customer lists and concluded that the expected life of the customer should be adjusted
from 8 years to 5 years. The change in the estimated useful life used to account for customer lists
resulted from our ongoing analysis of all pertinent factors, including actual customer attrition
data, demand, and competition. The pertinent factors have been influenced by managements ongoing
customer retention programs, as well as tactical and strategic initiatives to improve service
delivery, customer satisfaction, and the credit worthiness of the subscriber customer base. In
accordance with FASB Statement No. 154, Accounting Changes and Error Corrections, (FASB No. 154)
the change in estimated useful life of customer lists is accounted for prospectively. The effect of
the change in estimated useful life for customer lists increased the loss from continuing
operations and net loss by approximately $442,000 each and decreased basic and diluted earnings per
share by $0.03 for 2007. During fiscal 2008, the Company continued to assess the expected life of
the customer and concluded that a 5 year life remains appropriate. Amortization expense for the
years ended September 30, 2008 and 2007 amounted to $3,726,734 and $2,223,545.
Impairment of long-lived assets and long-lived assets to be disposed of
In accordance with FASB No. 144, the Company reviews long-lived assets for impairment whenever
events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be
recoverable. Recoverability of assets to be held and used is
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measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of an asset to future undiscounted cash flows
expected to be generated by the asset. If such assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment
to be recognized is measured by the amount by which the carrying value of the assets exceed the
estimated fair value. Assets to be disposed of are reported at the lower of the carrying amount or
estimated fair value less costs to sell. No asset impairment occurred during the years ended
September 30, 2008 and 2007.
Income (loss) per share
Basic earnings per share amounts are computed by dividing the net loss by the weighted average
number of common shares outstanding. Diluted earnings per share amounts are computed by dividing
net loss by the weighted average number of shares of common stock, common stock equivalents, and
stock options outstanding during the period. Potential shares of common stock and their effects on
income were excluded from the diluted calculations if the effect was anti-dilutive.
Revenue recognition
The Companys revenue recognition policies are designed to recognize revenues at the time services
are rendered or when goods change hands.
Lawn and ornamental services are primarily recurring in nature on a bi-monthly basis. In general
lawn and ornamental customers sign an initial one year contract, and revenues are recognized when
services are rendered. The Company offers a discount to those customers who prepay a full year of
services. The Company defers recognition of these advance payments and the related discounts until
the underlying services have been rendered.
Pest control services primarily are billed annually with services being rendered on a semi-annual
basis. In general pest control customers sign an initial one year contract. The Company recognizes
revenue over the life of these contracts in proportion to the direct costs incurred. These costs
have a direct relationship to the fulfillment of the Companys obligations under the contracts and
are representative of the value provided to the customer.
Termite baiting is primarily billed annually with revenues recognized as services are rendered. At
the inception of a new baiting services contract the system is installed. The Company recognizes
revenue for the installation of the monitoring stations, initial directed liquid termiticide
treatment and rendering of the initial monitoring services. The remaining portion of the annual
fees billed are deferred and recognized as the remaining monitoring services are rendered over the
annual period. Baiting renewal revenue is deferred and recognized over the annual period when the
inspection and monitoring services are actually rendered. Liquid and drywood termite application
revenues, both initial and renewal are recognized when the services are rendered.
Advertising costs
The Company expenses advertising costs as incurred. Advertising expenses totaled $2,420,286 and
$3,181,541, for the years ended September 30, 2008 and 2007, respectively.
Comprehensive Income
Comprehensive income is comprised of net income and other comprehensive income. Other comprehensive
income includes certain changes in equity that are excluded from net income. At September 30, 2007,
accumulated other comprehensive income was comprised of cumulative foreign currency translation
adjustments which were immaterial. At September 30, 2008, the cumulative foreign currency
translation adjustment was written off in connection with the sale of Telecom FM and is included in
discontinued operations.
Fair value of financial instruments
The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and
accrued liabilities, approximate fair value due to the short-term maturities of these assets and
liabilities. The fair market value of other financial instruments is provided by the use of quoted
market prices and other appropriate valuation techniques, based on information available at
year-end.
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Concentration of credit risk
The Company at various times during the year maintains cash balances in excess of federally insured
(FDIC) limits. The uninsured balances were $2,654,984 and $2,462,838 at September 30, 2008 and
2007, respectively.
Stock-based Compensation
Effective January 1, 2006, the Company adopted FASB Statement No.123 (revised 2004), Share-Based
Payments (FASB No. 123R). The Company adopted FASB No. 123R using the modified prospective
basis. Under this method, compensation costs recognized beginning January 1, 2006 included costs
related to 1) all share-based payments granted prior to but not yet vested as of January 1, 2006,
based on previously estimated grant-date fair values and 2) all share-based payments granted
subsequent to December 31, 2005 based on the grant-date fair value estimated in accordance with the
provisions of FASB No. 123R. The Company has continued to use the Black-Scholes option pricing
model to estimate the fair value of stock options granted subsequent to the date of adoption of
FASB No. 123R. See Note 10-Stock Options.
Income taxes
Income taxes are accounted for under the asset and liability method. Deferred tax assets and
liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between
financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax
bases and operating loss and tax credit carryforwards. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are
measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those
temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets
and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period that includes the
enactment date. Valuation allowances are established when necessary to reduce tax assets to the
amounts expected to be realized. In assessing the likelihood of realization, we consider estimates
of future taxable income.
Effective October 1, 2007, the Company adopted Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)
Interpretation No. (FIN) 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes. FIN 48 clarifies the
accounting for uncertainty in income taxes recognized in financial statements in accordance with
SFAS No. 109, Accounting for Income Taxes. FIN 48 prescribes a recognition threshold and
measurement attribute for the financial statement recognition and measurement of a tax position
taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. FIN 48 requires that the Company determine whether
the benefits of the Companys tax positions are more likely than not of being sustained upon audit
based on the technical merits of the tax position. The provisions of FIN 48 also provide guidance
on de-recognition, classification, interest and penalties, accounting in interim periods, and
disclosure. The Company did not have any unrecognized tax benefits and there was no effect on the
financial condition or results of operations as a result of implementing FIN 48. The Company does
not have any interest and penalties in the statement of operations for the year ended September 30,
2008. The tax years 2004-2007 remain subject to examination by major tax jurisdictions.
The Company currently has provided for a full valuation allowance against the net deferred tax
assets. Based on the available objective evidence, management does not believe it is more likely
than not that the net deferred tax assets will be realizable in the future. An adjustment to the
valuation allowance would benefit net income in the period in which such determination is made if
the Company determines that it would be able to realize its deferred tax assets in the foreseeable
future. The Companys federal and state net operating loss carryforwards, amounting to
approximately $16.3 million, begin to expire in 2027.
Reclassification
Certain reclassifications of amounts previously reported have been made to the accompanying
consolidated financial statements in order to maintain consistency and comparability between
periods presented.
In September 2008, the Company sold Telecom FM and in August 2007, the Company sold Percipia. For
purposes of comparability, the results of these operations have been reclassified from continuing
operations to discontinued operations for all years presented in the accompanying consolidated
statements of operations.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In October 2008, the FASB issued FASB Staff Position No. FAS 157-3, Determining the Fair Value of
a Financial Asset in a Market That Is Not Active (FSP 157-3), which clarifies the application of
SFAS 157 when the market for a financial asset is inactive.
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Specifically, FSP 157-3 clarifies how (1) managements internal assumptions should be considered in
measuring fair value when observable data are not present, (2) observable market information from
an inactive market should be taken into account, and (3) the use of broker quotes or pricing
services should be considered in assessing the relevance of observable and unobservable data to
measure fair value. The guidance in FSP 157-3 is effective immediately and will apply to the
Company upon adoption of SFAS 157.
In June 2008, the FASB issued FSP No. EITF 03-6-1, Determining Whether Instruments Granted in
Share-Based Payment
Transactions are Participating Securities. This FSP provides that unvested share-based payment
awards that contain nonforfeitable rights to dividends are participating securities and shall be
included in the computation of earnings per share pursuant to the two class method. This FSP is
effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2008 and
interim periods within those years. Upon adoption, a company is required to retrospectively adjust
its earnings per share data to conform to the provisions in this FSP. The provisions of FSP No.
EITF 03-6-1 are effective for the Company retroactively in the first quarter ended March 31, 2009.
The Company is in the process of evaluating the impact of FSP No. EITF 03-6-1 on the calculation
and presentation of earnings per share in its consolidated financial statements.
In April 2008, the FASB issued FASB Staff Position (FSP) No. FAS 142-3, Determination of the
Useful Life of Intangible Assets. FSP No. FAS 142-3 amends the factors that should be considered in
developing renewal or extension assumptions used to determine the useful life of a recognized
intangible asset under SFAS 142, Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets. This FSP is effective for
fiscal years beginning after December 31, 2008 (fiscal year ended September 30, 2010 for the
Company), and interim periods within those fiscal years (interim period December 31, 2009 for the
Company). Early adoption is prohibited. The Company is currently assessing the impact that FSP No.
FAS 142-3 will have on its financial position, cash flows, and results of operations.
In December 2007, the FASB issued SFAS No. 141 (revised 2007) Business Combinations (FASB No.
141(R)). FASB No. 141(R) retains the fundamental requirements of the original pronouncement
requiring that the purchase method be used for all business combinations. FASB No. 141(R) defines
the acquirer as the entity that obtains control of one or more businesses in the business
combination, establishes the acquisition date as the date that the acquirer achieves control and
requires the acquirer to recognize the assets acquired, liabilities assumed and any non-controlling
interest at their fair values as of the acquisition date. FASB No. 141(R) also requires that
acquisition-related costs be recognized separately from the acquisition. FASB No. 141(R) is
effective for the Company for fiscal 2010. The Company is currently assessing the impact of FASB
No. 141(R) on its consolidated financial position and results of operations.
In December 2007, the FASB issued Statement No. 160, Noncontrolling Interests in Consolidated
Financial Statements an amendment of ARB No. 51 (FASB No. 160) . The objective of FASB No. 160
is to improve the relevance, comparability, and transparency of the financial information that a
reporting entity provides in its consolidated financial statements by establishing accounting and
reporting standards for the noncontrolling interest in a subsidiary and for the deconsolidation of
a subsidiary. This Statement applies to all entities that prepare consolidated financial
statements, except not-for-profit organizations. FASB No. 160 amends ARB 51 to establish accounting
and reporting standards for the noncontrolling interest in a subsidiary and for the deconsolidation
of a subsidiary. It also amends certain of ARB 51s consolidation procedures for consistency with
the requirements of FASB No. 141 (R). This Statement is effective for fiscal years, and interim
periods within those fiscal years, beginning on or after December 15, 2008 (that is, January 1,
2009, for entities with calendar year-ends). Earlier adoption is prohibited. The effective date of
this Statement is the same as that of the related Statement 141(R). FASB No. 160 will be effective
for the Companys fiscal year 2010. This Statement shall be applied prospectively as of the
beginning of the fiscal year in which this Statement is initially applied, except for the
presentation and disclosure requirements. The presentation and disclosure requirements shall be
applied retrospectively for all periods presented. The Company is currently assessing the impact of
FASB No. 160 on its consolidated financial statements.
In February 2007, the FASB issued Statement No. 159, The Fair Value Option for Financial Assets and
Financial Liabilities including an amendment of FASB Statement No. 115 (FASB No. 159). FASB No.
159 gives the Company the irrevocable option to carry most financial assets and liabilities at fair
value, with changes in fair value recognized in earnings. FASB No. 159 is effective for the
Companys 2009 fiscal year, although early adoption is permitted. The Company is currently
assessing the impact of FASB No. 159 on its consolidated financial statements.
In September 2006, the FASB issued Statement No. 157, Fair Value Measurements (FASB No. 157).
FASB No. 157 provides a common definition of fair value and establishes a framework to make the
measurement of fair value in generally accepted accounting principles more consistent and
comparable.. FASB No. 157 also requires expanded disclosures to provide information about the
extent to which fair value is used to measure assets and liabilities, the methods and assumptions
used to measure fair value, and the effect of fair value measures on earnings. On December 14,
2007, the FASB issued proposed FASB Staff Position No. FAS 157-b, Effective Date of FASB No. 157
(Proposed FSP). The Proposed FSP would amend FASB No. 157, to delay the effective date of FASB No.
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157 for all nonfinancial assets and nonfinancial liabilities, except those that are recognized or
disclosed at fair value in the financial statements on a recurring basis (that is, at least
annually). The Proposed FSP defers the effective date of FASB No. 157 to fiscal years beginning
after November 15, 2008, and interim periods within those fiscal years for items within the scope
of the Proposed FSP. FASB No. 157 will be effective for the Companys nonfinancial assets and
liabilities in the 2010 fiscal year, although early adoption is permitted. The Company is currently
assessing the potential effect of FASB No. 157 on its consolidated financial statements.
NOTE 2 ACQUISITIONS
On October 2, 2007, Middleton Pest Control, Inc. (Middleton) acquired substantially all the
assets of Marshall Pest Control of SW FL, Inc. (Marshall) , a lawn and pest control services
company located in Naples, Florida for $1.6 million, consisting of $1.0 million in cash and
$600,000 in the form of a promissory note. In addition, the Company incurred working capital
adjustments and transaction costs of approximately $0.3 million.
The following table sets forth the allocation of the purchase price to Marshall tangible and
intangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed as of October 2, 2007:
|
|
|
|
|
Goodwill |
|
$ |
1,487,775 |
|
Customer list |
|
|
225,204 |
|
Accounts receivable |
|
|
68,989 |
|
Inventory |
|
|
13,199 |
|
Fixed assets |
|
|
62,475 |
|
|
|
|
|
Total |
|
$ |
1,857,642 |
|
|
|
|
|
In fiscal 2007, Middleton acquired 6 pest control service and lawn care service companies.
Acquisition of Archer Exterminators, Inc. (Archer)
On November 30, 2006 Middleton entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement to acquire substantially
all of the assets of Archer for $3,300,000 consisting of $1,500,000 cash, $1,500,000 in the form of
a subordinated promissory note and 73,529 shares of the Companys common stock valued at $300,000.
In addition, the company incurred approximately $150,400 in transaction costs. The shares were
issued in January, 2007.
Acquisition of Valentines Indoor Pest Management, Inc. (Valentine)
On February 8, 2007 Middleton acquired substantially all the assets of Valentine, headquartered in
St. Cloud, Florida for approximately $43,400, consisting of $18,432 in cash and $25,000 in the form
of a promissory note.
Acquisition of David Burke, Inc. D/B/A Florida Exterminating (Florida Exterminating)
On April 30, 2007, Middleton acquired substantially all the assets of Florida Exterminating, a pest
control company headquartered in Tampa, Florida for approximately $815,000 consisting of $580,000
in cash and $235,000 in the form of a promissory note.
Acquisition of Summer Rain Fertilization Company (Summer Rain)
On May 31, 2007, Middleton acquired substantially all the assets of Summer Rain, a lawn care
services company headquartered in Margate, Florida for approximately $1.0 million, consisting of
$500,000 in cash and $500,000 in the form of a promissory note.
Acquisition of Howell Environmental, Inc. (Howell)
On August 21, 2007, Middleton acquired substantially all the assets of Howell, a lawn care and pest
control services company located in West Palm Beach, Florida, for approximately $2.3 million,
consisting of $925,000 in cash and $1.4 million in the form of a promissory note with $1.0 million
secured by a letter of credit.
Acquisition of Longboat Key Pest Control, Inc. (Longboat Key)
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On September 20, 2007, Middleton acquired substantially all of the assets of Longboat Key, a lawn
care and pest control services company located in Longboat, Florida for $1.7 million, consisting of
$1.0 million in cash, $542,000 in the form of a promissory note and $158,000 to be paid over a two
year period at 50% of the collections related to a large commercial customer.
The following table sets forth the purchase price for tangible and intangible assets associated
with the above fiscal 2007 and fiscal 2008 acquisitions and their related acquired assets and
liabilities, assumed as of September 30, 2008:
|
|
|
|
|
Goodwill |
|
$ |
9,344,859 |
|
Customer list |
|
|
2,159,885 |
|
Accounts receivable |
|
|
641,666 |
|
Inventory |
|
|
62,418 |
|
Fixed assets |
|
|
576,424 |
|
Prepaid expenses |
|
|
210,644 |
|
Customer deposits |
|
|
(79,281 |
) |
Deferred revenue |
|
|
(677,539 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Total |
|
$ |
12,239,076 |
|
|
|
|
|
Reporting Period
The accompanying consolidated financial statements for the years ended September 30, 2008 and 2007
(the 2008 Financial Statements) depict the results of operations and cash flows of Sunair
Services Corporation and Middleton for the twelve months ended September 30, 2008 and 2007,
respectively. The 2008 Financial Statements also include the operations of Marshall from the
acquired date of October 2, 2007.
Pro-Forma Results of Operations
The following set forth the Companys results of operations for the year ended September 30, 2008
and 2007 as if the acquisitions and dispositions (see Note 12-Discontinued Operations) had taken
place on October 1, 2006.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2007 |
Revenues |
|
$ |
57,657,852 |
|
|
Net loss |
|
|
(1,696,684 |
) |
|
Net loss per share |
|
|
|
|
Basic |
|
$ |
(0.13 |
) |
Diluted |
|
$ |
(0.13 |
) |
The pro-forma results of operations for the year ended September 30, 2008 is not presented since
there was an insignificant difference between pro-forma and actual results for the period as our
sole acquisition Marshall was acquired on October 2, 2007.
NOTE 3 INVENTORIES
Inventories consist of the following at September 30, 2008 and 2007:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2008 |
|
2007 |
|
|
|
Materials |
|
$ |
1,403,832 |
|
|
$ |
1,146,261 |
|
Finished goods |
|
|
|
|
|
|
680,375 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
1,403,832 |
|
|
$ |
1,826,636 |
|
|
|
|
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The Company establishes reserves for inventory shrinkage and obsolescence. Reserves for inventory
shrinkage and obsolescence amounted to $12,890 and $691,954 at September 30, 2008 and 2007,
respectively.
NOTE 4 NOTE RECEIVABLE
Pursuant to the Asset Purchase Agreement on September 8, 2006 between the Company and Sunair
Electronics, LLC formerly known as Sunair Holdings, LLC (Sunair Holdings), the Company received a
three year subordinated promissory note as partial payment for the sale of substantially all of the
assets of Sunair Communications, Inc. (Sunair Communications) its wholly-owned subsidiary. The
$2.0 million note issued by Sunair Holdings is guaranteed by the members of Sunair Holdings,
matures on September 8, 2009 and bears interest at one year London Interbank Offering Rate
(LIBOR) plus 3% (6.96% at September 30, 2008) which is payable monthly starting on October 1,
2006. The Companys former Chief Financial Officer, who also was the former Chief Financial
Officer of Sunair Communications, and the Companys former President, who also was the former
President of Sunair Communications, are affiliates of Sunair Holdings. During the year ended
September 30, 2008, managements evaluation of the collectibility of the $2.0 million note resulted
in a full reserve. The bad debt reserve of $2.0 million was recorded in discontinued operations.
At September 30, 2008 and 2007, the balance of the note receivable was $0 and $2.0 million,
respectively.
NOTE 5 PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
Property, plant and equipment consist of the following at September 30:
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2008 |
|
|
2007 |
|
|
|
|
Building and improvements |
|
$ |
1,444,450 |
|
|
$ |
1,146,561 |
|
Automobiles |
|
|
3,059,531 |
|
|
|
3,288,057 |
|
Machinery and equipment |
|
|
3,620,013 |
|
|
|
3,545,880 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
8,123,994 |
|
|
|
7,980,498 |
|
Accumulated depreciation |
|
|
6,216,781 |
|
|
|
5,861,946 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
1,907,213 |
|
|
$ |
2,118,552 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Depreciation expense consisted of $881,873 and $918,486 for the years ended September 30, 2008 and
2007, respectively.
NOTE 6 REVOLVING LINE OF CREDIT
The Company has a line of credit with a financial institution collateralized by substantially all
of the assets of the Company. The maximum credit limit was $11.75 million as of September 30, 2008.
Interest is compounded daily based upon the LIBOR plus 5.0%. The interest rate at September 30,
2008 was approximately 8.93%. Interest expense incurred on the line of credit amounted to $606,029
and $703,362 for the years ended September 30, 2008 and 2007, respectively. The revolving line of
credit has a commitment fee in the amount of .375% per annum on the average daily unused amount of
the aggregate revolving committed amount. The outstanding balance on the revolving line of credit
at September 30, 2008 and September 30, 2007, respectively,
amounted to $9,600,000, of which $4,100,000 is classified as a
current liability, and $6,732,796.
At September 30, 2008, the availability under the revolving line of credit amounted to $1,400,000
which is net of a $750,000 outstanding letter of credit.
On May 14, 2007, the Company amended the terms of its credit agreement to extend the maturity date
to April 1, 2008 and to reduce the capacity under the revolving line of credit from $20.0 million
to $16.0 million. This amendment also modified certain financial covenants. The leverage ratio was
increased and the consolidated EBITDA requirement was reduced. On August 14, 2007, the Company
obtained a subsequent extension of the maturity date on the credit agreement to October 1, 2008.
On February 12, 2008, the Company amended certain terms and conditions of the credit agreement.
Among the amended terms and conditions were an extension of the maturity date to January 7, 2009 as
well as amendments to the financial covenants relating to consolidated EBITDA, the leverage ratio
and the fixed charge coverage ratio, which amendments were effective as of December 31, 2007. On
May 12, 2008, the Company obtained an extension of the maturity date from January 7, 2009 to April
1, 2009 as well as extension of the financial covenants through April 1, 2009. On August 13, 2008, the Company
obtained another extension of the maturity date from April 1, 2009 to July 1, 2009 as well as an
extension of the financial covenants through July 1, 2009.
On
December 31, 2008, the Company entered into a binding commitment with a financial institution to
modify certain terms and conditions of its revolving line of credit representing the third
amendment to the credit agreement. Among the amended terms and conditions was the extension of the
maturity date to January 2, 2010 and reduction of the maximum credit limit from $11.75 million on
September 30, 2008 to $7.75 million on December 31, 2008, to $7.5 million on March 31, 2009, to
$6.75 million on June 30, 2009 and to $5.5 million on September 30, 2009. In addition, there were
amendments to the financial covenants relating to the consolidated EBITDA, leverage ratio and fixed
charge coverage ratio, which amendments were effective for the quarter ended September 30, 2008.
The consolidated EBITDA requirement and the fixed charge coverage ratio were reduced and the
leverage ratio was increased. As of September 30, 2008, the Company was in compliance with its
financial covenants. See Note 19 Subsequent Event.
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NOTE 7 NOTES PAYABLE
The Company has a capital lease for certain office equipment. The balance of the capital lease at
September 30, 2008 and September 30, 2007, totaled $12,808 and $16,353, respectively.
The Company has notes payable with a financial institution for leased office build-out costs and
computer equipment. The notes bear interest at 5.60%, payable in monthly installments of principal
and interest in the amount of $3,285 through March 29, 2011. Balances at September 30, 2008 and
September 30, 2007, totaled $91,680 and $192,367, respectively.
The Company has notes payable with financial institutions for automobile loans. Interest rates
range from 0% to 9% per annum, payable in monthly installments of principal and interest ranging in
the amounts of $220 to $425, expiring in various years through 2010. Balances at September 30, 2008
and September 30, 2007, totaled $31,885 and $68,765, respectively.
The Company has notes payable relating to certain acquisitions as described in Note 2 -
Acquisitions which bear interest at 6% with one note payable bearing interest at LIBOR plus 2% per
annum (5.96% at September 30, 2008), with interest payable in semi-annual installments ranging in
the amounts of $3,000 to $40,250 and principal due at maturity. The notes expire in various years
through 2011. The note payable balances for the acquisition debt at September 30, 2008 and
September 30, 2007, totaled $5,852,000 and $5,677,000, respectively.
Interest expense incurred for the notes payable amounted to $418,692 and $232,605 for the years
ended September 30, 2008 and 2007, respectively.
Minimum future principal payments required under the above notes payable as of September 30, 2008,
for each of the next five years and in the aggregate are:
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended September 30 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2009 |
|
$ |
2,306,189 |
|
|
|
|
|
2010 |
|
|
3,113,883 |
|
|
|
|
|
2011 |
|
|
568,301 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
5,988,373 |
|
|
|
|
|
Less: current portion |
|
|
2,306,189 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Long term portion |
|
$ |
3,682,184 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
NOTE 8 NOTE PAYABLE RELATED PARTY
The Company has a $5,000,000 subordinated note payable to a related party, in connection with the
acquisition of Middleton. The related party is Mr. Charles Steinmetz, the former CEO of Middleton
from 1977 through June 2005, who was appointed to serve as CEO of Middleton again effective January
18, 2008 through July 25, 2008. Mr. Steinmetz was the majority owner of Middleton from 1977 until
it was purchased by the Company in June 2005 and has served as a director of the Company since that
time. Interest is paid semi-annually at prime (5% as of September 30, 2008). The note payable is
due in full on June 7, 2010. Interest expense related to this note payable amounted to $315,000 and
$288,867 for the years ended September 30, 2008 and 2007, respectively.
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NOTE 9 INCOME TAXES
The components of the Companys income tax (expense) benefit for the years ended September 30
are as follows:
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2008 |
|
2007 |
|
|
|
Current: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Federal |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
(23,842 |
) |
State |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Foreign |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(23,842 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Deferred: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Federal |
|
|
|
|
|
|
315,725 |
|
State |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(340,886 |
) |
Foreign |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(25,161 |
) |
|
|
|
Income tax expense |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
(49,003 |
) |
|
|
|
The total provision for 2008 and 2007 vary from the amounts computed by applying the 35% statutory
rates to income before income taxes for the following reasons:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2008 |
|
2007 |
|
|
|
Income tax at the statutory rates |
|
$ |
2,279,418 |
|
|
$ |
898,165 |
|
State income tax, net of federal tax |
|
|
210,794 |
|
|
|
(221,576 |
) |
Difference in book/tax gain on sale of Telecom |
|
|
(165,880 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Difference in book/tax gain on sale of Percipia |
|
|
(179,994 |
) |
|
|
1,744,347 |
|
Other |
|
|
(131,539 |
) |
|
|
139,012 |
|
Change in valuation allowance |
|
|
(2,021,476 |
) |
|
|
(2,608,951 |
) |
|
|
|
Income tax expense |
|
$ |
(8,677 |
) |
|
$ |
(49,003 |
) |
|
|
|
Continuing operations |
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
(337,065 |
) |
Discontinued operations |
|
|
(8,677 |
) |
|
|
288,062 |
|
|
|
|
Income tax expense |
|
$ |
(8,677 |
) |
|
$ |
(49,003 |
) |
|
|
|
43
As of September 30, 2008 and 2007 the components of the deferred tax assets and liabilities
consisted of the following:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2008 |
|
2007 |
|
|
|
Deferred tax assetscurrent: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Allowance for bad debt |
|
$ |
157,029 |
|
|
$ |
105,364 |
|
Warranty reserve |
|
|
57,863 |
|
|
|
56,445 |
|
|
|
|
Deferred tax assetscurrent: |
|
|
214,892 |
|
|
|
161,809 |
|
Less: valuation allowance |
|
|
(214,892 |
) |
|
|
(161,809 |
) |
|
|
|
Net deferred tax assetscurrent |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Deferred tax assetsnon-current: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net operating loss carryover |
|
$ |
7,005,054 |
|
|
$ |
5,408,256 |
|
Customer list |
|
|
1,874,275 |
|
|
|
814,494 |
|
Charitable contribution credit carryover |
|
|
74,707 |
|
|
|
53,628 |
|
Reserve for note receivable |
|
|
771,500 |
|
|
|
|
|
Other |
|
|
224,386 |
|
|
|
23,842 |
|
|
|
|
Deferred tax assetsnon-current |
|
|
9,949,922 |
|
|
|
6,300,220 |
|
Less: valuation allowance |
|
|
(5,312,948 |
) |
|
|
(3,344,554 |
) |
|
|
|
Net deferred tax assetsnon-current |
|
|
4,636,974 |
|
|
|
2,955,666 |
|
|
|
|
Deferred tax liabilitiesnon-current: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Goodwill |
|
|
(4,665,599 |
) |
|
|
(2,946,537 |
) |
Property, Plant & Equipment |
|
|
28,625 |
|
|
|
(9,129 |
) |
|
|
|
Deferred tax liabilitiesnon-current |
|
|
(4,636,974 |
) |
|
|
(2,955,666 |
) |
|
|
|
Net deferred tax liabilitynon-current |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
The Company has $16.3 million of net operating losses carryforwards which expire in 2027 and which
are fully reserved. In addition, the Company does not have any net operating loss carrybacks, as a
result the Company was unable to recognize an income tax benefit for the tax year ended September
30, 2008. Of this amount, the Companys wholly-owned subsidiary, Percipia, has approximately
$1,630,354 in pre-acquisition net operating loss carryforwards which expire beginning in 2021,
however Percipia was sold in an asset sale for tax purposes under IRC 338(h)(10) on August 1, 2007,
and as a result these net operating loss carryforwards will no longer be realizable to the Company.
NOTE 10 STOCK OPTIONS
At the annual meeting of shareholders held on February 4, 2005, the shareholders approved the
adoption of the Companys 2004 Stock Incentive Plan with an aggregate of 800,000 shares of the
Companys unissued common stock, to replace the Companys 2000 Stock
Option Plan, which was approved by the Companys shareholders at a shareholders meeting held on
January 24, 2000. The 800,000 shares authorized under the 2004 Stock Incentive Plan are reserved
for issuance to officers, directors, employees and prospective employees as incentive stock
options, non-qualified stock options, restricted stock awards, other equity awards and performance
based stock incentives. The option price, numbers of shares and grant date are determined at the
discretion of the Companys board of directors or the committee overseeing the 2004 Stock Incentive
Plan.
There were 438,500 and 60,000 options
granted at a weighted average price of $1.85 and $3.30, for
the years ended September 30, 2008 and 2007, respectively.
Stock option activity for the years ended September 30, 2008 and 2007 are as follows:
44
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
For the years ended September 30, |
|
|
2008 |
|
2007 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Avg. Exercise |
|
Remaining |
|
|
|
|
|
Avg. Exercise |
|
Remaining |
|
|
Shares |
|
Price |
|
Life |
|
Shares |
|
Price |
|
Life |
|
|
|
Balances, beginning of year |
|
|
585,092 |
|
|
$ |
6.94 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
525,092 |
|
|
$ |
7.35 |
|
|
|
|
|
Granted |
|
|
438,500 |
|
|
$ |
1.85 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
60,000 |
|
|
$ |
3.30 |
|
|
|
|
|
Exercised |
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Expired/Forfeited |
|
|
(165,643 |
) |
|
$ |
5.61 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Options outstanding, end of year |
|
|
857,949 |
|
|
$ |
4.59 |
|
|
|
5.88 |
|
|
|
585,092 |
|
|
$ |
6.94 |
|
|
|
5.65 |
|
Options exercisable, end of year |
|
|
504,780 |
|
|
$ |
6.04 |
|
|
|
4.95 |
|
|
|
388,943 |
|
|
$ |
6.75 |
|
|
|
5.43 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Options available for future grants |
|
|
107,051 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
254,908 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Included in the 857,949 options outstanding are 165,000 options that were granted outside of the
2004 Stock Incentive Plan.
Stock options outstanding and exercisable at September 30, 2008 are as follows:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Options Outstanding |
|
Options Exercisable |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Average |
|
|
|
|
Exercise |
|
Options |
|
Remaining |
|
Exercise |
|
Options |
Price |
|
Outstanding |
|
Life |
|
Price |
|
Exercisable |
|
|
|
$ 1.76 |
|
|
301,500 |
|
|
|
7.39 |
|
|
$ |
1.76 |
|
|
|
68,653 |
|
$ 1.85 |
|
|
17,500 |
|
|
|
7.47 |
|
|
$ |
1.85 |
|
|
|
2,337 |
|
$ 2.03 |
|
|
50,000 |
|
|
|
7.82 |
|
|
$ |
2.03 |
|
|
|
1,130 |
|
$ 3.00 |
|
|
6,500 |
|
|
|
7.62 |
|
|
$ |
3.00 |
|
|
|
623 |
|
$ 3.23 |
|
|
35,000 |
|
|
|
6.35 |
|
|
$ |
3.23 |
|
|
|
35,000 |
|
$ 3.40 |
|
|
25,000 |
|
|
|
6.87 |
|
|
$ |
3.40 |
|
|
|
7,072 |
|
$ 4.79 |
|
|
40,000 |
|
|
|
0.84 |
|
|
$ |
4.79 |
|
|
|
40,000 |
|
$ 5.00 |
|
|
125,000 |
|
|
|
4.33 |
|
|
$ |
5.00 |
|
|
|
125,000 |
|
$ 5.35 |
|
|
20,000 |
|
|
|
5.37 |
|
|
$ |
5.35 |
|
|
|
20,000 |
|
$ 5.60 |
|
|
82,500 |
|
|
|
5.21 |
|
|
$ |
5.60 |
|
|
|
71,952 |
|
$ 6.09 |
|
|
17,500 |
|
|
|
5.35 |
|
|
$ |
6.09 |
|
|
|
11,591 |
|
$11.40 |
|
|
137,449 |
|
|
|
4.68 |
|
|
$ |
11.40 |
|
|
|
121,422 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
857,949 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
504,780 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Fair Value
On January 1, 2006, the Company adopted the provisions of FASB No. 123R which requires the Company
to recognize expense related to the fair value of stock-based compensation awards. The Company
elected the modified prospective transition method as permitted by FASB No. 123R, under which
stock-based compensation for the six years ended September 30, 2008 and 2007 is based on grant date
fair value estimated in accordance with the provisions of FASB No. 123R and compensation expense
for all stock-based compensation awards granted subsequent to January 1, 2006, as well as the
unvested portion of previously granted awards that remained outstanding as of January 1, 2006 based
on the grant date fair value estimated in accordance with the provisions of FASB No. 123R. In
addition, options granted to certain members of the board of directors as payment for Board
services recorded in accordance with FASB No. 123R and the issuance of restricted stock awards and
stock units are also included in stock-based compensation for the years ended September 30, 2008
and 2007. The Company recognizes compensation expense for restricted stock awards and restricted
stock units on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period of the award. The Company
recorded $377,874 and $493,022 of stock-based compensation expense which has been classified as
selling, general and administrative expenses for the years ended September 30, 2008 and 2007,
respectively.
45
The fair value of stock-based awards was estimated using the Black-Scholes model, on the date of
grant, with the following weighted-average assumptions:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
For the Years Ended September 30, |
|
|
2008 |
|
2007 |
|
|
|
Expected dividend yield |
|
|
|
|
Expected price volatility |
|
57.52 - 60.69% |
|
62-63% |
Risk-free interest rate |
|
2.80 - 3.49% |
|
4.6-4.7% |
Expected life of options |
|
4.50-8 years |
|
8 years |
The Companys computation of the expected volatility for the years ended September 30, 2008 and
2007 is based primarily upon historical volatility and the expected term of the option. The Company
continues to use the simplified method of determining the expected term provided under SAB 110 as
sufficient historical data is not available. The interest rate is based on the U.S. Treasury yield
in effect at the time of grant for a period commensurate with the estimated expected life.
As of September 30, 2008, approximately $635,300 of total unrecognized compensation costs related
to non-vested stock options is expected to be recognized over a weighted average period of 2.02
years.
NOTE 11 SALE OF SECURITIES PRIVATE PLACEMENTS
On February 8, 2005, the Company completed its sale of 5,000,000 units to Coconut Palm Capital
Investors II, Ltd., a Florida limited partnership (Coconut Palm) pursuant to a Purchase Agreement
dated as of November 17, 2004, by and between the Company and Coconut Palm (the Purchase
Agreement). The aggregate purchase price paid by Coconut Palm for the units was $25 million. The
units consist of five million shares of the Companys common stock, warrants to purchase an
additional five million shares of the Companys common stock at an exercise price of $6.00 per
share, which are immediately exercisable and will expire after three years; and warrants to
purchase an additional five million shares of the Companys common stock at an exercise price of
$7.00 per share, which are immediately exercisable and will expire after five years. Effective upon
the closing of the Coconut Palm transaction, the Company entered into a management services
agreement with an affiliate of Coconut Palm, RPC Financial Advisors, LLC (RPC), pursuant to which
RPC agreed to provide management services to the Company. Richard C. Rochon and Mario B. Ferrari,
both of whom are affiliates of Coconut Palm and each of whom are members of the Companys Board of
Directors and principal shareholders of the Company, are also affiliates of RPC. On February 8,
2008, the Company entered into a new management services agreement (Amended Management Services)
with RPC. See Note 17 Related Parties. On February 8, 2008, 5 million warrants to purchase an
additional five million shares of the Companys common stock at an exercise price of $6.00 per
share expired.
On January 27, 2006, the Company completed the sale of its securities to investors in a private
placement pursuant to purchase agreements, dated December 15, 2005, by and among the Company and
the investors of the common stock named therein (the Purchase Agreements). Pursuant to the
Purchase Agreements, the Company agreed to sell up to an aggregate of 2,857,146 shares of its
common stock at a price per share of $5.25 (the Private Placement), with total gross proceeds
(before fees and expenses) to the Company of approximately $15 million and net proceeds to the
Company of approximately $13.5 million. In conjunction with the Private Placement, warrants to
purchase 1,000,000 shares of common stock were issued, at an exercise price of $6.30 (subject to
adjustment). The shares and warrants have anti-dilution features. As of September 30, 2008 and
2007, none of the warrants issued as part of this private placement had been exercised. At
September 30, 2008 and 2007, there were 6 million warrants to purchase the Companys common stock
outstanding.
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Capitalization
The Companys authorized capital stock consists of 100,000,000 shares of common stock, $.10 par
value per share, and 8,000,000 shares of preferred stock, with no par value. The preferred stock
may be issued in one or more series. The Board of Directors of the corporation is hereby expressly
authorized to issue the shares of preferred stock in such series and to fix from time to time
before issuance the number of shares to be included in any series and the designation, relative
rights, preferences and limitations of all shares of such series. The authority of the Board of
Directors with respect to each series shall include, without limitation thereto, the determination
of any or all of the following, and the shares of each series may vary from the shares of any other
series in the following respects: (a) the number of shares constituting such series and the
designation thereof to distinguish the shares of such series from the shares of all other series;
(b) the annual dividend rate on the shares of that series and whether such dividends shall be
cumulative and, if cumulative, the date from which dividends shall accumulate; (c) the redemption
price or prices for the particular series, if redeemable, and the terms and conditions of such
redemption; (d) the preference, if any, of shares of such series in the event of any voluntary or
involuntary liquidation, dissolution or winding-up of the corporation; (e) the voting rights, if
any, in addition to the voting rights prescribed by law and the terms of exercise of such voting
rights; (f) the right, if any, of shares of such series to be converted into shares of any other
series or class and the terms and conditions of such conversion; and (g) any other relative rights,
preferences and limitations of that series. There were no shares of preferred stock outstanding as
of September 30, 2008 and 2007.
NOTE 12 DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
On September 30, 2008 we completed the sale of all the issued and outstanding stock of Telecom FM,
a wholly owned subsidiary operating in our Telephone Communications business segment. The
effective date of the sale was September 1, 2008. The aggregate purchase price paid to the Company
for Telecom FM was $3.6 million, which included the payment of outstanding inter-company debt in
the amount of $1.2 million. The aforementioned $3.6 million payment was received in two payments
of $1.8 million, one payment received on September 30, 2008 reflected as cash on the September 30,
2008 balance sheet and the other payment of $1.8 million received on October 1, 2008 reflected as
prepaid and other current assets on the September 30, 2008 balance sheet.
On August 1, 2007, we sold all the outstanding shares of Percipia, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary,
in our Telephone Communications segment for approximately $4.0 million in cash, of which $750,000
was placed in an escrow account pending the resolution of certain tax matters. The tax matters
relating to the escrowed funds were settled in September 2008, at which time we received
approximately $330,000 of the escrowed funds.
The accompanying consolidated statements of operations for all the years presented have been
adjusted to classify Percipia and Telecom FM as discontinued operations. Selected statements of
operations data for the Companys discontinued operations is as follows:
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2008 |
|
|
2007 |
|
|
|
|
Total net revenue |
|
$ |
11,558,298 |
|
|
$ |
15,480,123 |
|
|
|
|
Pre-tax loss from discontinued operations |
|
|
(2,303,646 |
) |
|
|
(1,097,379 |
) |
Gain on sale of assets from discontinued operations |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,182,902 |
|
Gain on sale of stock of discontinued operations |
|
|
436,284 |
|
|
|
639,107 |
|
Income tax (expense) benefit |
|
|
(8,677 |
) |
|
|
288,062 |
|
|
|
|
(Loss) income on discontinued operations, net of income taxes |
|
$ |
(1,876,039 |
) |
|
$ |
2,012,692 |
|
|
|
|
NOTE 13 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
The Company has a profit sharing and 401(k) Plan. Under the Plan, eligible employees may contribute
up to 15% of their annual compensation. During the years ended September 30, 2008 and 2007, the
Company contributed $204,407 and $259,860, respectively.
NOTE 14 COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
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The Company leases office space under operating leases expiring in various years through 2012, and
vehicles under operating leases expiring in various years through 2013. Certain leases provide for
renewal options for periods from one to five years at their fair rental value at the time of
renewal. In the normal course of business, operating leases are generally renewed or replaced by
other leases.
Minimum future rental and vehicle payments under non-cancelable operating leases as of September
30, 2008, for each of the next 5 years and in the aggregate are:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended September 30, |
|
Rent |
|
|
Vehicles |
|
|
Total |
|
2009 |
|
$ |
1,832,797 |
|
|
$ |
1,173,215 |
|
|
$ |
3,006,012 |
|
2010 |
|
|
1,388,427 |
|
|
|
962,316 |
|
|
|
2,350,743 |
|
2011 |
|
|
1,003,629 |
|
|
|
808,639 |
|
|
|
1,812,268 |
|
2012 |
|
|
553,105 |
|
|
|
530,711 |
|
|
|
1,083,816 |
|
2013 |
|
|
352,619 |
|
|
|
137,606 |
|
|
|
490,225 |
|
Thereafter |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total minimum lease payments |
|
$ |
5,130,577 |
|
|
$ |
3,612,487 |
|
|
$ |
8,743,064 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Rent expense was $2,131,518 and $1,972,500 for the years ended September 30, 2008 and 2007,
respectively. Vehicle lease expense was $1,489,870 and $1,463,555 for the years ended September
30, 2008 and 2007, respectively.
Litigation
We are involved in litigation from time to time in the ordinary course of our business. Except for
the litigation described below, we do not believe that any litigation in which we are currently
involved, individually or in the aggregate, is material to our financial condition or results of
operations.
In October 2007, the Company filed a lawsuit in the Circuit Court for the Ninth Judicial Circuit in
the State of Florida against a number of former employees of Middleton for violation of their
non-compete agreements. In addition, certain of these former employees pursued and hired away
employees of Middleton which is also a violation of the existing employee non-compete agreements.
The Company is seeking injunctive relief and damages. In October 2007, the Company also filed a
lawsuit against a competitor for tortious interference alleging that they hired these former
employees knowing that they were in violation of the Companys non-compete agreement. These matters
were settled during the three months ended March 31, 2008 for an immaterial amount.
NOTE 15 GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS
Goodwill and intangible assets consist of the following as of September 30, 2008 and September 30,
2007:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Goodwill |
|
Customer Lists |
|
Total |
|
|
|
Ending balance, September 30, 2006 |
|
$ |
52,818,269 |
|
|
$ |
11,247,099 |
|
|
$ |
64,065,368 |
|
Acquisition of businesses |
|
|
7,857,084 |
|
|
|
1,934,681 |
|
|
|
9,791,765 |
|
Purchase price adjustment |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
60,675,353 |
|
|
|
13,181,780 |
|
|
|
73,857,133 |
|
Less amortization expense |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(2,223,546 |
) |
|
|
(2,223,546 |
) |
|
|
|
Ending balance, September 30, 2007 |
|
|
60,675,353 |
|
|
|
10,958,234 |
|
|
|
71,633,587 |
|
Acquisition of businesses |
|
|
1,487,775 |
|
|
|
225,204 |
|
|
|
1,712,979 |
|
Purchase price adjustment |
|
|
(50,600 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(50,600 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
62,112,528 |
|
|
|
11,183,438 |
|
|
|
73,295,966 |
|
Less amortization expense |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(3,726,734 |
) |
|
|
(3,726,734 |
) |
|
|
|
Ending balance, September 30, 2008 |
|
$ |
62,112,528 |
|
|
$ |
7,456,704 |
|
|
$ |
69,569,232 |
|
|
|
|
Goodwill is not amortized but, along with all other intangible assets, is reviewed for possible
impairment each year at September 30th or when indicators of impairment exist. The
weighted average of the life of intangible assets, other than goodwill is 5 years.
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The table below reflects the estimated aggregate customer account amortization for each of the five
succeeding years of the Companys existing customer account base as of September 30, 2008.
|
|
|
|
|
Year |
|
Aggregate |
|
Ended |
|
Amortization |
|
September 30, |
|
Expense |
|
|
2009 |
|
$ |
3,724,403 |
|
2010 |
|
|
2,830,698 |
|
2011 |
|
|
679,418 |
|
2012 |
|
|
222,185 |
|
2013 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total Aggregate Amortization Expense |
|
$ |
7,456,704 |
|
|
|
|
|
NOTE 16 NET INCOME (LOSS) PER SHARE
Basic net income (loss) per share is computed using the weighted average number of shares
outstanding during the period. Due to the Companys losses from continuing operations, dilutive
potential common shares were excluded from the computation of diluted loss per share, as inclusion
would be anti-dilutive for the periods presented.
Loss per share data for continuing operations were computed as follows:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2008 |
|
2007 |
Basic and diluted net loss per share from continuing
operations: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net loss from continuing operations |
|
$ |
(4,636,585 |
) |
|
$ |
(4,627,882 |
) |
Shares used in computation: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted average shares outstanding |
|
|
13,091,088 |
|
|
|
13,066,429 |
|
|
|
|
Basic and diluted net loss per share from continuing
operations: |
|
$ |
(0.35 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.35 |
) |
|
|
|
The following table summarizes the weighted average dilutive securities that were excluded from the
above computation of diluted net income (loss) per share because their inclusion would have an
anti-dilutive effect:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2008 |
|
2007 |
Dilutive securities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Options/warrants |
|
|
6,000,000 |
|
|
|
11,000,000 |
|
|
|
|
Total anti-dilutive shares |
|
|
6,000,000 |
|
|
|
11,000,000 |
|
|
|
|
NOTE 17 RELATED PARTIES
On January 7, 2008, the Company entered into a management services agreement (Management Services
Agreement or the Amended Management Services Agreement) with RPC, a related party, which
supersedes and replaces the management services agreement (the Previous Management Services
Agreement) dated February 8, 2005, as amended, between the Company and RPC. Pursuant to the
Amended Management Services Agreement, the Company provided RPC with notice that the Previous
Management Services Agreement would not be renewed and that the Amended Management Services
Agreement would be effective as of February 8, 2008.
The Amended Management Services Agreement will be for a term of three years, commencing on February
8, 2008 and expiring on February 7, 2011. The Company pays RPC a monthly management fee equal to
one (1%) of the monthly gross revenues of the Company, which are payable monthly based on the
average monthly revenues of the preceding quarter. RPC will also receive a
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transaction fee of up to 2% of the Aggregate Consideration received by the Company in a Transaction
(as such capitalized terms are defined in the Management Services Agreement). Pursuant to the
Management Services Agreement, RPC provides the Company with services similar to those provided in
the Previous Management Services Agreement. After the initial term of three years, the Management
Services Agreement will automatically renew for successive one year terms, unless either RPC or the
Company terminates the agreement upon 30 days notice.
The management fees paid by the Company to RPC, for the years ended September 30, 2008 and 2007
totaled $860,885 and $1,488,219, respectively.
The Company issued a note payable to related parties in connection with the acquisition of
Middleton, as discussed in Note 8-Note Payable-Related Party.
The Company received a note receivable from former related parties through the sale of Sunair
Communications, the high frequency radio segment, as more fully described in Note 4-Note
Receivable.
NOTE 18 SELECTED QUARTERLY DATA (Unaudited)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(Amounts shown in thousands except share and per share data information) |
|
|
2008 Quarters |
|
2007 Quarters |
|
|
1st |
|
2nd |
|
3rd |
|
4th |
|
1st |
|
2nd |
|
3rd |
|
4th |
|
|
|
Revenue |
|
$ |
13,478 |
|
|
$ |
14,278 |
|
|
$ |
14,833 |
|
|
$ |
14,024 |
|
|
$ |
12,531 |
|
|
$ |
13,789 |
|
|
$ |
13,341 |
|
|
$ |
13,355 |
|
Gross Profit |
|
$ |
8,482 |
|
|
$ |
8,740 |
|
|
$ |
9,047 |
|
|
$ |
8,701 |
|
|
$ |
7,827 |
|
|
$ |
9,201 |
|
|
$ |
8,178 |
|
|
$ |
7,948 |
|
(Loss) income from: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Continuing operations |
|
$ |
(2,246 |
) |
|
$ |
(1,239 |
) |
|
$ |
(728 |
) |
|
$ |
(423 |
) |
|
$ |
(634 |
) |
|
$ |
(208 |
) |
|
$ |
(766 |
) |
|
$ |
(3,018 |
) |
Discontinued operations |
|
$ |
132 |
|
|
$ |
172 |
|
|
$ |
438 |
|
|
$ |
(2,618 |
) |
|
$ |
1,234 |
|
|
$ |
(11 |
) |
|
$ |
100 |
|
|
$ |
688 |
|
Net (loss) income |
|
$ |
(2,114 |
) |
|
$ |
(1,067 |
) |
|
$ |
(290 |
) |
|
$ |
(3,041 |
) |
|
$ |
600 |
|
|
$ |
(219 |
) |
|
$ |
(666 |
) |
|
$ |
(2,330 |
) |
Net (loss) income per common share basic |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Continuing operations |
|
$ |
(0.17 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.09 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.05 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.04 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.05 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.02 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.06 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.23 |
) |
Discontinued operations |
|
$ |
0.01 |
|
|
$ |
0.01 |
|
|
$ |
0.03 |
|
|
$ |
(0.19 |
) |
|
$ |
0.10 |
|
|
$ |
(0.00 |
) |
|
$ |
0.01 |
|
|
$ |
0.05 |
|
Net (loss) income |
|
$ |
(0.16 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.08 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.02 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.23 |
) |
|
$ |
0.05 |
|
|
$ |
(0.02 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.05 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.18 |
) |
Net (loss) income per common share diluted |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Continuing operations |
|
$ |
(0.17 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.09 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.05 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.03 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.05 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.02 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.06 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.23 |
) |
Discontinued operations |
|
$ |
0.01 |
|
|
$ |
0.01 |
|
|
$ |
0.03 |
|
|
$ |
(0.20 |
) |
|
$ |
0.10 |
|
|
$ |
(0.00 |
) |
|
$ |
0.01 |
|
|
$ |
0.05 |
|
Net (loss) income |
|
$ |
(0.16 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.08 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.02 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.23 |
) |
|
$ |
0.05 |
|
|
$ |
(0.02 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.05 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.18 |
) |
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NOTE 19 SUBSEQUENT EVENT
On
December 31, 2008, the Company entered into a binding commitment with a financial institution to
modify certain terms and conditions of its revolving line of credit representing the third
amendment to the credit agreement. Among the amended terms and conditions was the extension of the
maturity date to January 2, 2010 and reduction of the maximum credit limit from $11.75 million on
September 30, 2008 to $7.75 million on December 31, 2008, to $7.5 million on March 31, 2009, to
$6.75 million on June 30, 2009 and to $5.5 million on September 30, 2009. In addition, there were
amendments to the financial covenants relating to the consolidated EBITDA, leverage ratio and fixed
charge coverage ratio, which amendments were effective for the quarter ended September 30, 2008.
The consolidated EBITDA requirement and the fixed charge coverage ratio were reduced and the
leverage ratio was increased. See Note 6 Revolving Line of Credit.
ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
None.
ITEM 9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
(a) Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
As of the end of the period covered by this report, we conducted an evaluation, under the
supervision and with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer
of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) and Rule 15d-15(e) of the
Exchange Act). Based upon this evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer
concluded that, at September 30, 2008, our disclosure controls and procedures are effective to
ensure that information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submit under
the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported, within the time periods specified
in the Commissions rules and forms.
(b) Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
There was no change in our internal controls or in other factors that could affect these
controls during our last fiscal quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to
materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
Managements Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal
control over financial reporting, as defined in Exchange Act Rule 13a-15(f). Our management
conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting based
on the framework in Internal ControlIntegrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring
Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Based on this evaluation, our management concluded that
our internal control over financial reporting was effective as of September 30, 2008. This Annual
Report on Form 10-K does not include an attestation report of our independent registered public
accounting firm regarding internal control over financial reporting. Managements report was not
subject to attestation by our independent registered public accounting firm pursuant to temporary
rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission that permit us to provide only managements report
in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
ITEM 9B. OTHER INFORMATION
None.
PART III
ITEM 10. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
The items required by Part III, Item 10 are incorporated herein by reference from the
Companys Proxy Statement for its 2008 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
The items required by Part III, Item 11 are incorporated herein by reference from the
Companys Proxy Statement for its 2008 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
|
|
|
ITEM 12. |
|
SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER
MATTERS |
51
The items required by Part III, Item 12 are incorporated herein by reference from the
Companys Proxy Statement for its 2008 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS AND DIRECTOR INDEPENDENCE
The items required by Part III, Item 13 are incorporated herein by reference from the
Companys Proxy Statement for its 2008 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
ITEM 14. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTING FEES AND SERVICES
The items required by Part III, Item 14 are incorporated herein by reference from the
Companys Proxy Statement for its 2008 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
PART IV
ITEM 15. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1. |
|
|
Financial Statements filed as a part of the Form 10-K: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
|
|
Page 26 |
|
|
|
|
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of September 30, 2008 and 2007
|
|
Page 27 |
|
|
|
|
Consolidated Statements of Operations for the Years Ended
September 30, 2008 and 2007
|
|
Page 29 |
|
|
|
|
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders Equity for the
Years Ended September 30, 2008 and 2007
|
|
Page 30 |
|
|
|
|
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Years Ended
September 30, 2008 and 2007
|
|
Page 31-32 |
|
|
|
|
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
|
|
Page 33 |
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2. Exhibits
|
|
|
Exhibit No. |
|
Exhibit Description |
|
|
|
2.1
|
|
Share Purchase Agreement dated September 30, 2008 between Sunair Services Corporation and Telecom FM
Holdings Limited (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 in Form 8-K filed on October 6, 2008). |
|
|
|
2.2
|
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Asset Purchase Agreement, dated September 5, 2006, by and between Sunair Communications, Inc. and
Sunair Holdings, LLC (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.21 in Form 8-K filed with the SEC on
September 11, 2006). |
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3.1
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Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation of Sunair Services Corporation (incorporated by
reference to Annex A in the Companys Definitive Proxy Statement filed with the SEC on January 26,
2006). |
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3.3
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Amended and Restated Bylaws (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 in the Form 8-K filed with the
SEC on December 20, 2007). |
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4.1
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Second Tranche Warrant, dated February 8, 2005, issued by Sunair Services Corporation to Coconut Palm
Capital Investors II, Ltd. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.2 in the Form 10-QSB filed with the
SEC on May 16, 2005). |
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10.1
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Purchase Agreement, dated November 17, 2004, by and between Sunair Electronics, Inc., a Florida
corporation, and Coconut Palm Capital Investors II, Ltd., a Florida limited partnership (incorporated
by reference to Exhibit 2.1 in the Form 8-K filed with the SEC on November 17, 2005). |
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10.2+
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Sunair Electronics, Inc. 2004 Stock Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to Annex D to the
Companys Proxy Statement filed with the SEC on January 18, 2005). |
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10.3+
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Form of Stock Option Agreement for the Companys 2004 Stock Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference
to Exhibit 10.5 the Form 8-K filed with the SEC on March 29, 2005). |
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10.4+
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Form of Stock Option Agreement executed by each of the persons Set Forth on Schedule I thereto
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 in the Form 8-K filed with the SEC on March 29, 2005). |
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10.5
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Management Services Agreement dated February 8, 2008 between Sunair Services Corporation and RPC
Financial Advisors, LLC (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 in the Form 8-K filed with the SEC
on January 7, 2008). |
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10.6+
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Employment Agreement dated as of August 1, 2008, between Sunair Services Corporation and Edward M.
Carriero, Jr. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 in the Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July
31, 2008). |
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10.7+
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Employment Agreement dated as of September 3, 2008, to be effective as of July 25, 2008 between Sunair
Services Corporation and Jack I. Ruff (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 in the Form 8-K filed
on August 7, 2008). |
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10.8
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Subordinated Promissory Note in the amount of $5,000,000, dated as of June 7, 2005 made by Sunair
Southeast Pest Holdings, Inc.(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.13 the Form 8-K filed with the
SEC on June 10, 2005). |
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10.9
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Credit Agreement, dated as of June 7, 2005, by and among Sunair Services Corporation, its domestic
subsidiaries and Wachovia Bank, National Association, as administrative agent for the lenders parties
thereto (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.14 in the Form 8-K filed with the SEC on June 10,
2005). |
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10.10
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First Amendment to Credit Agreement, dated May 14, 2007, by and among Sunair Services Corporation, its
domestic subsidiaries and Wachovia Bank, National Association, as administrative agent for the lenders
parties thereto (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.22 in the Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on May
15, 2007). |
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10.11
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Second Amendment to the Credit Agreement, dated as of February 12, 2008, by and among Sunair Services
Corporation, its domestic subsidiaries and Wachovia Bank, National Association, as administrative agent
for the lenders parties thereto (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 in the Form 8-K filed on
February 15, 2008). |
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Exhibit No. |
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10.12
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Third and Fourth Amendments to the Credit Agreement, dated as of May 12, 2008 and August 13, 2008 by
and among Sunair Services Corporation, its domestic subsidiaries and Wachovia Bank, National
Association, as administrative agent for the lenders parties thereto. |
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10.13
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Form of Purchase Agreement, dated December 15, 2005, by and between Sunair Services Corporation and the
investor named therein (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.15 the Form 8-K filed with the SEC on
December 21, 2005). |
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10.14
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Form of Warrant, dated December 15, 2005, issued by Sunair Services Corporation to the investor named
therein (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.16 in the Form 8-K filed with the SEC on December 21,
2005). |
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10.15+
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Separation and Release Agreement dated as of October 29, 2007 between Sunair Southeast Pest Holdings,
Inc. and Gregory Clendenin (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 in the Form 8-K filed with the
SEC on November 1, 2007). |
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10.16+
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Consulting Agreement dated as of October 29, 2007 between Sunair Southeast Pest Holdings, Inc. and
Gregory Clendenin (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 in the Form 8-K filed with the SEC on
November 1, 2007). |
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10.17
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Employment Agreement dated February 8, 2005 between Sunair Services Corporation. and John Hayes
(incorporated by reference to the Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on May 16, 2005). |
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14.1
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Code of Business Conduct and Ethics (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 14 in the Companys Form 10-
QSB filed with the SEC on August 16, 2004). |
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21.1
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Subsidiaries.* |
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23.1
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Consent of Berenfeld Spritzer Shechter & Sheer.* |
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31.1
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Certification by the Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.* |
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31.2
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Certification by the Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.* |
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32.1
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Certification by the Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.* |
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32.2
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Certification by the Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.* |
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Management Contract or Compensatory Plan |
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Filed herewith |
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
the Registrant caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly
authorized.
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SUNAIR SERVICES CORPORATION
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By: |
/s/ Jack I. Ruff
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JACK I. RUFF |
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Chief Executive Officer and President |
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Date:
January 13, 2009
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed by
the following persons on behalf of the Registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
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SIGNATURE |
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/s/ Jack I. Ruff
Jack I. Ruff
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President and Chief Executive Officer
(principal executive officer)
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January 13, 2009 |
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/s/ Edward M. Carriero, Jr.
Edward M. Carriero, Jr.
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Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
(principal financial officer and principal
accounting officer)
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January 13, 2009 |
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/s/ Joseph S. DiMartino
Joseph S. DiMartino
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Director
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January 13, 2009 |
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/s/ Mario B. Ferrari
Mario B. Ferrari
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Director
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January 13, 2009 |
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/s/ Robert C. Griffin
Robert C. Griffin
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Director
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January 13, 2009 |
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/s/ Arnold Heggestad, Ph. D.
Arnold Heggestad, Ph. D.
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Director
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January 13, 2009 |
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/s/ Steven P. Oppenheim
Steven P. Oppenheim
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Director
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January 13, 2009 |
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/s/ Richard C. Rochon
Richard C. Rochon
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Director
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January 13, 2009 |
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/s/ Charles P. Steinmetz
Charles P. Steinmetz
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Director
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January 13, 2009 |
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