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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
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QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
For the quarterly period ended March 31, 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 Number: 0-25428
MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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Nevada
(State or other Jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)
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88-0328443
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) |
4602 E. Thomas Road
Phoenix, Arizona 85018
(602) 437-5400
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 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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Large accelerated filer o
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Accelerated filer o
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Non-accelerated filer þ
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Smaller reporting company o |
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(Do not check if a smaller reporting company) |
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the
Exchange Act). Yes o No þ
Number of shares outstanding of the registrants common stock as of May 2, 2008:
5,178,654 shares of Common Stock, $.001 par value per share
MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION
INDEX
REPORT ON FORM 10-Q
FOR THE QUARTER ENDED MARCH 31, 2008
1
PART 1 FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 1. Financial Statements
MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
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March 31, |
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December 31, |
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2008 |
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2007 |
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(Unaudited) |
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Assets: |
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Current assets: |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
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29,290,354 |
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$ |
28,146,028 |
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Restricted cash |
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375,870 |
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327,886 |
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Accounts receivable, net |
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37,847,354 |
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28,565,983 |
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Prepaid expenses and other |
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2,431,319 |
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2,973,664 |
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Inventory, net |
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1,331,078 |
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1,232,478 |
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Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings on uncompleted
contracts |
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301,235 |
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567,013 |
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Note receivable |
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111,932 |
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110,824 |
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Deferred tax asset |
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638,163 |
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580,103 |
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Total current assets |
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72,327,305 |
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62,503,979 |
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Property and equipment, net |
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35,742,247 |
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36,173,373 |
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Refundable deposits |
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328,708 |
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186,508 |
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Note receivable, less current portion |
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396,134 |
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424,536 |
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Claims receivable |
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2,463,880 |
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2,463,880 |
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Total assets |
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$ |
111,258,274 |
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$ |
101,752,276 |
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Liabilities and Stockholders Equity: |
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Current liabilities: |
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Accounts payable |
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19,768,275 |
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$ |
15,288,168 |
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Accrued liabilities |
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4,992,249 |
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6,907,633 |
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Notes payable |
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4,217,637 |
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4,216,498 |
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Obligations under capital leases |
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76,043 |
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102,100 |
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Income tax payable |
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456,800 |
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1,770,786 |
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Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings on uncompleted
contracts |
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18,959,456 |
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11,248,107 |
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Total current liabilities |
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48,470,460 |
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39,533,292 |
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Notes payable, less current portion |
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11,826,360 |
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12,269,017 |
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Deferred tax liability |
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2,610,836 |
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2,610,836 |
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Total liabilities |
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62,907,656 |
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54,413,145 |
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Commitments and contingencies
Minority interest in consolidated subsidiary |
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12,613,628 |
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12,812,403 |
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Stockholders equity: |
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Preferred stock $.001 par value; 1,000,000 shares authorized, none
issued and outstanding |
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Common stock $.001 par value; 15,000,000 shares authorized,
5,163,004 and 5,148,404 issued and outstanding |
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5,163 |
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5,148 |
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Additional paid-in capital |
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20,602,302 |
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20,322,115 |
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Capital adjustments |
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(799,147 |
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(799,147 |
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Retained earnings |
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15,928,672 |
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14,998,612 |
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Total stockholders equity |
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35,736,990 |
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34,526,728 |
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Total liabilities and stockholders equity |
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$ |
111,258,274 |
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$ |
101,752,276 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
2
MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Unaudited)
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Three months ended |
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March 31, |
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2008 |
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Revenue: |
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Construction services |
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33,632,729 |
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$ |
22,723,694 |
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Construction materials |
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15,690,411 |
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19,710,557 |
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Construction materials testing |
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331,950 |
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214,424 |
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Total revenue |
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49,655,090 |
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42,648,675 |
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Cost of revenue: |
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Construction services |
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30,257,582 |
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20,812,675 |
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Construction materials |
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15,693,096 |
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17,609,543 |
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Construction materials testing |
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224,869 |
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273,487 |
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Total cost of revenue |
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46,175,547 |
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38,695,705 |
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Gross profit |
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3,479,543 |
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3,952,970 |
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General and administrative expenses |
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2,500,209 |
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3,016,976 |
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Income from operations |
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979,334 |
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935,994 |
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Other income (expense): |
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Interest income |
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264,883 |
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369,283 |
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Interest expense |
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(34,696 |
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(78,264 |
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Other income (expense) |
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(66,971 |
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101,705 |
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163,216 |
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392,724 |
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Income before income taxes and minority
interest in consolidated subsidiary |
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1,142,550 |
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1,328,718 |
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Income tax expense |
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(411,264 |
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(471,793 |
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Income before minority interest
in consolidated subsidiary |
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731,286 |
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856,925 |
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Minority interest in consolidated subsidiary |
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198,774 |
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(327,031 |
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Net income |
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930,060 |
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$ |
529,894 |
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Basic net income per common share |
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0.18 |
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$ |
0.10 |
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Diluted net income per common share |
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$ |
0.18 |
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$ |
0.10 |
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Basic weighted average common shares outstanding |
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5,149,367 |
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5,120,296 |
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Diluted weighted average common shares outstanding |
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5,300,838 |
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5,295,852 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
3
MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY
For the three months ended March 31, 2008
(Unaudited)
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Common Stock |
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Number of |
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Additional |
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Shares |
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Paid-in |
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Capital |
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Retained |
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Outstanding |
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Amount |
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Capital |
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Adjustment |
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Earnings |
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Balance at January 1, 2008 |
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5,148,404 |
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$ |
5,148 |
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$ |
20,322,115 |
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$ |
(799,147 |
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$ |
14,998,612 |
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Common stock issued on
exercise of options |
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14,600 |
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15 |
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85,760 |
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Stock-based compensation |
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194,427 |
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Net income for the three
months ended March 31, 2008 |
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930,060 |
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Balance at March 31, 2008 |
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5,163,004 |
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$ |
5,163 |
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$ |
20,602,302 |
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$ |
(799,147 |
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$ |
15,928,672 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
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MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Unaudited)
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Three months ended |
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March 31, |
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2008 |
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2007 |
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Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents: |
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Cash flows from operating activities: |
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Cash received from customers |
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$ |
48,324,060 |
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$ |
41,068,227 |
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Cash paid to suppliers and employees |
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(43,726,567 |
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(38,555,364 |
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Income taxes paid |
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(1,783,310 |
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(553,091 |
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Interest received |
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264,883 |
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369,283 |
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Interest paid |
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(34,697 |
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(78,265 |
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Net cash provided by operating activities |
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3,044,369 |
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2,250,790 |
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Cash flows from investing activities: |
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(Increase) decrease in restricted cash |
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(47,984 |
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127,854 |
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Proceeds from sale of property and equipment |
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135,869 |
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198,459 |
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Purchase of property and equipment |
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(543,774 |
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(2,024,654 |
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Proceeds from note receivable |
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27,294 |
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26,228 |
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Net cash used in investing activities |
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(428,595 |
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(1,672,113 |
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Cash flows from financing activities: |
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Proceeds from issuance of common stock |
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85,775 |
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56,653 |
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Proceeds from notes payable |
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1,335,942 |
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Repayment of notes payable |
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(1,531,166 |
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(1,810,084 |
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Repayment of capital lease obligations |
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(26,057 |
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(142,031 |
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Excess tax benefits from share-based payment
arrangements |
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82,689 |
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Net cash used in financing activities |
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(1,471,448 |
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(476,831 |
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Net increase in cash and cash equivalents |
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1,144,326 |
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101,846 |
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Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period |
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28,146,028 |
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29,354,582 |
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Cash and cash equivalents at end of period |
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$ |
29,290,354 |
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$ |
29,456,428 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
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MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (Continued)
(Unaudited)
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Three months ended |
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March 31, |
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2008 |
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2007 |
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Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (Continued): |
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Reconciliation of net income to net cash provided by operating activities: |
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Net income |
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$ |
930,060 |
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$ |
529,894 |
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Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash
provided by operating activities: |
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Depreciation and amortization |
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1,830,521 |
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1,644,186 |
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(Gain) Loss on sale of property and equipment |
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98,158 |
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(60,067 |
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Stock-based compensation expense |
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194,427 |
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104,001 |
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Deferred taxes, net |
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(58,060 |
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(7,245 |
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Allowance for doubtful accounts |
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57,973 |
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(14,292 |
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Inventory allowance |
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(64 |
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Minority interest in consolidated subsidiary |
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(198,775 |
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327,031 |
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Changes in operating assets and liabilities: |
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Accounts receivable |
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(9,339,344 |
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(3,861,609 |
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Prepaid expenses and other |
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542,345 |
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564,594 |
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Inventory |
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(98,600 |
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182,136 |
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Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings on
uncompleted contracts |
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265,778 |
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(360,115 |
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Refundable deposits |
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(142,200 |
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991,944 |
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Accounts payable |
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4,480,107 |
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2,366,755 |
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Accrued liabilities |
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(1,915,384 |
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(2,681,943 |
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Income taxes payable |
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(1,313,986 |
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(74,053 |
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Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings on
uncompleted contracts |
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7,711,349 |
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2,599,637 |
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Net cash provided by operating activities |
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$ |
3,044,369 |
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$ |
2,250,790 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
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MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies and Use of Estimates:
Presentation of Interim Information:
The condensed consolidated financial statements included herein have been prepared by Meadow
Valley Corporation (we, us, our or the Company) without audit, pursuant to the rules and
regulations of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and should be read in
conjunction with our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007, as filed with
the SEC under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the Exchange Act). Certain
information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in
accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America have been
condensed or omitted, as permitted by the SEC, although we believe the disclosures, which are made
are adequate to make the information presented not misleading. Further, the condensed consolidated
financial statements reflect, in the opinion of management, all normal recurring adjustments
necessary to present fairly our financial position at March 31, 2008 and the results of our
operations and cash flows for the periods presented. The December 31, 2007 condensed consolidated
balance sheet data was derived from audited consolidated financial statements, but does not include
all disclosures required by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of
America.
Seasonal Variations:
Interim results are subject to significant seasonal variations and the results of operations
for the three months ended March 31, 2008 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be
expected for the full year.
Nature of Corporation:
Meadow Valley Corporation was organized under the laws of the State of Nevada on September 15,
1994. The principal business purpose of the Company is to operate as the holding company of Meadow
Valley Contractors, Inc. (MVCI) (construction services segment), Ready Mix, Inc. (RMI)
(construction materials segment) and Apex Testing Corp. (Apex) (construction materials testing
segment). MVCI is a general contractor, primarily engaged in the construction of structural
concrete highway bridges and overpasses, and the paving of highways and airport runways for various
governmental authorities, municipalities and developers in southern Nevada and Arizona. RMI
manufactures and distributes ready-mix concrete in the Las Vegas, Nevada and Phoenix, Arizona
metropolitan areas. In 2007, the Company purchased 620,212 shares of RMIs common stock, bringing
the total number of shares of RMIs common stock owned by the Company to 2,645,212 shares or
approximately 69% of RMIs 3,809,500 total shares outstanding. Apex is a construction materials
testing provider in the Las Vegas, Nevada area.
Liquidity:
The Company had income from operations for the three months ended March 31, 2008 and 2007 of
$979,334 and $935,994, respectively, and provided cash from operating activities of $3,044,369 and
$2,250,790 for the same periods.
Revenue and Cost Recognition:
Revenues and costs from fixed-price and modified fixed-price construction contracts are
recognized for each contract on the percentage-of-completion method, measured by the percentage of
costs incurred to date to the estimated total direct costs. Direct costs include, among other
things, direct labor, field labor, equipment rent, subcontracting, direct materials and direct
overhead. General and administrative expenses are accounted for as period costs and are,
therefore, not included in the calculation of the estimates to complete construction contracts in
progress. Project losses are provided for in their entirety in the period in which such losses are
determined, without reference to the percentage-of-completion. As contracts can extend over one or
more accounting periods, revisions in costs and earnings estimated during the course of the work
are reflected during the accounting period in which the facts that required such revision become
known.
We recognize revenue in our construction materials segment on the sale of our concrete and
aggregate products at the time of delivery. We recognize revenue in our construction materials
testing segment on the sale of our professional services at the time services are provided.
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MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies and Use of Estimates (Continued):
Claims Receivable:
Claims for additional contract revenue are recognized only to the extent that contract costs
relating to the claim have been incurred and evidence provides a legal basis for the claim. As of
March 31, 2008, the total amount of contract claims filed by the Company with various public
entities was $19,084,311. Of this amount, the Companys portion of the claims total was
$15,088,871 and the balance of $3,995,440 pertains to other contractors claims.
Total claim amounts reported by the Company in its filings are approximate and are subject to
revision as final documentation, resolution of issues, settlements progress and/or payments are
received. Relative to the aforementioned claims, the Company has recorded $2,463,880 in cumulative
claims receivable as of March 31, 2008 to offset a portion of costs incurred-to-date on the claims.
All claims receivable amounts as of March 31, 2008 are classified as long-term.
The Company has not accrued a liability related to the prime contractor or subcontractors
claims as no liability would be deemed payable if their portion of the claims did not receive a
favorable outcome. Correspondingly, no receivable has been recorded for overhead and profit
included in their portion of the claims on the Companys behalf.
Although the Company believes that the claims receivable amounts represent a reasonably
conservative posture, any claims proceeds ultimately paid to the Company less than the aggregate
amount recorded on the balance sheet of $2,463,880, will decrease earnings. Conversely, a payment
for those same items in excess of $2,463,880 will result in increased income.
A common and customary practice in construction contracts is the owners withholding of a
portion of the contract in the form of retention. Retention practices vary from contract to
contract, but in general, retention (usually somewhere between 5% to 10% of the contract) is
withheld from each progress payment by the owner and then paid upon satisfactory completion of the
contract. Contract proceeds comprising retention are included in the Companys balance sheet in
accounts receivable. The portion of accounts receivable pertaining to retention withheld on the
contracts for which claims have been filed amounts to $879,763 as of March 31, 2008. The degree to
which the Company is successful in prosecuting any claims may also impact the amount of retention
paid by the owner.
The Company believes that all retention amounts currently being held by the owners on the
contracts with outstanding claims will be paid in full in accordance with the contract terms.
Therefore, no allowance has been made to reduce the receivables due from the retention on the
disputed contracts.
Earnings per Share:
Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 128, Earnings per Share, (SFAS 128)
provides for the calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share. Basic earnings per share
includes no dilution and is computed by dividing income available to common stockholders by the
weighted average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted earnings per share
reflect the potential dilution of securities that could share in the earnings of an entity.
Stock-Based Compensation:
Both the Company and RMI have stock-based compensation plans. The Company accounts for
stock-based compensation utilizing the fair value recognition provisions of SFAS 123R. The Company
recognizes expected tax benefits related to employee stock-based compensation as awards are granted
and the incremental tax benefit or liability when related awards are deductible. The Company
recognizes these compensation costs on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period of
the award, which is typically three years.
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MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies and Use of Estimates (Continued):
Stock-Based Compensation (Continued):
The Company and RMI estimate fair value using the Black-Scholes valuation model. Assumptions
used to estimate compensation expense are determined as follows:
|
|
|
Expected term is generally determined using an average of the contractual term and
vesting period of the award; |
|
|
|
|
Expected volatility is measured using the average of historical daily changes in the
market price of the Companys common stock over the expected term of the award; |
|
|
|
|
Risk-free interest rate is equivalent to the implied yield on zero-coupon U.S. Treasury
bonds with a remaining maturity equal to the expected term of the awards; and |
|
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|
|
Forfeitures are based on the history of cancellations of awards granted by both
companies and managements analysis of potential forfeitures. |
Recent Accounting Pronouncements:
With the exception of those discussed below, there have been no recent accounting
pronouncements or changes in accounting pronouncements during the three months ended March 31,
2008, that are of significance, or potential significance, to us.
In September 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 157, Fair Value Measurements (SFAS 157), which
defines fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value, and expands disclosures about
fair value measurements. SFAS 157 is effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007.
The adoption of SFAS 157 did not have a material effect on the Companys financial statements.
In February 2007, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued SFAS No. 159, The
Fair Value Option for Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities (SFAS 159), which is effective
for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007. SFAS 159 permits entities to choose to measure
many financial instruments and certain other items at fair value. The objective is to improve
financial reporting by providing entities with the opportunity to mitigate volatility in reported
earnings caused by measuring related assets and liabilities differently without having to apply
complex hedge accounting provisions. The adoption of SFAS 159 did not have a material affect on
the Companys financial statements.
In June 2007, the FASB ratified EITF 06-11, Accounting for the Income Tax Benefits of
Dividends on Share-Based Payment Awards (EITF 06-11). EITF 06-11 provides that tax benefits
associated with dividends on share-based payment awards be recorded as a component of additional
paid-in capital. EITF 06-11 is effective, on a prospective basis, for fiscal years beginning after
December 15, 2007. The adoption of EITF 06-11 did not have a material affect on the Companys
financial statements.
In December 2007, the FASB issued SFAS No. 160, Noncontrolling Interests in Consolidated
Financial Statements an amendment of ARB No. 51 (SFAS 160). SFAS 160 establishes accounting
and reporting standards that require (i) noncontrolling interests to be reported as a component of
equity, (ii) changes in a parents ownership interest while the parent retains its controlling
interest to be accounted for as equity transactions, and (iii) any retained noncontrolling equity
investment upon the deconsolidation of a subsidiary to be initially measured at fair value. SFAS
160 is effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning on or
after December 15, 2008, with early adoption prohibited. The Company does not expect the adoption
of SFAS 160 to have a material effect on the Companys financial position or results of operations.
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MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies and Use of Estimates (Continued):
Recent Accounting Pronouncements (Continued):
In December 2007, the FASB issued SFAS No. 133 Accounting for Derivative Instruments and
Hedging Activities (SFAS 133), Implementation Issue No. E23, Hedging General: Issues
Involving the Application of the Shortcut Method under Paragraph 68 (Issue E23). Issue E23
amends SFAS 133 to explicitly permit use of the shortcut method for hedging relationships in which
interest rate swaps have nonzero fair value at the inception of the hedging relationship, provided
certain conditions are met. Issue E23 was effective for hedging relationships designated on or
after January 1, 2008. The implementation of this guidance did not have a material impact on the
Companys consolidated financial position and results of operations.
In March 2008, the FASB issued SFAS No. 161, Disclosures About Derivative Instruments and
Hedging Activities an amendment of FASB Statement No. 133 (SFAS 161). SFAS 161 expands
quarterly disclosure requirements in SFAS 133 about an entitys derivative instruments and hedging
activities. SFAS 161 is effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2008. The Company
is currently assessing the impact of SFAS 161 on its consolidated financial position and results of
operations.
2. Stock-Based Compensation:
The Company and RMI both have individual stock-based compensation plans. Meadow Valley
Corporations accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements and these related notes to
financial statements have been presented on a consolidated basis and therefore include RMIs
stock-based compensation information. The information below is presented to show disclosures
related to both the Companys and RMIs individual stock-based compensation plans. Under the
sub-heading Meadow Valley Corporation of this note, information is only for the Companys plan,
with the exception of information presented that is directly related to the consolidation of the
accompanying financial statements and this information is indicated as consolidated. Under the
sub-heading Ready Mix, Inc. of this note, information is only for RMIs plan.
Meadow Valley Corporation:
The Company accounts for stock-based compensation utilizing the fair value recognition
provisions of SFAS 123R. The Company recognizes expected tax benefits related to employee
stock-based compensation as awards are granted and the incremental tax benefit or liability when
related awards are deductible.
As of March 31, 2008, the Company has the following stock-based compensation plans:
Equity Incentive Plan
In 2004, the Company adopted the 2004 Equity Incentive Plan (the 2004 Plan). The 2004 Plan
permits the granting of any or all of the following types of awards: (1) incentive and nonqualified
stock options, (2) stock appreciation rights, (3) stock awards, restricted stock and stock units,
and (4) other stock or cash-based awards. In connection with any award or any deferred award,
payments may also be made representing dividends or their equivalent.
The 2004 Plan authorizes the issuance of up to 1,200,000 shares of the Companys common stock,
all of which were previously reserved for issuance under the Companys prior plan. Shares of common
stock covered by an award granted under the 2004 Plan will not be counted as used unless and until
they are actually issued and delivered to a participant. As of March 31, 2008, 135,817 shares
were available for future grant under the 2004 Plan. The stock options granted under the 2004 Plan
have terms from five to ten years and generally may be exercised after issuance as follows: 33.3%
after one year of continuous service, 66.6% after two years of continuous service and 100% after
three years of continuous service. The exercise price of each option is no less than the market
price of the Companys common stock on the date of the grant. The Companys board of directors has
full discretion to modify these terms.
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MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2. Stock-Based Compensation (Continued):
The Company uses the Black-Scholes option pricing model to estimate fair value of stock-based
awards with the following assumptions for prior awards of options:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Awards granted |
|
|
|
|
during the three |
|
|
|
|
months ended |
|
Awards Prior to |
|
|
March 31, 2008 |
|
January 1, 2008 |
Dividend yield |
|
|
0 |
% |
|
|
0 |
% |
Expected volatility |
|
|
53.30 |
% |
|
|
23.94% 82.23 |
% |
Weighted-average expected volatility |
|
|
53.30 |
% |
|
|
50.12 |
% |
Risk-free interest rate |
|
|
5.00 |
% |
|
|
5.00 |
% |
Expected life of options (in years) |
|
|
4 |
|
|
|
3-5 |
|
Weighted-average grant-date fair value |
|
$ |
5.81 |
|
|
$ |
1.40 |
|
During the three months ended March 31, 2008, options to purchase an aggregate of 15,000
shares of the Companys stock were granted to the three outside directors. The options granted to
the three outside directors were granted on January 2, 2008, were fully vested upon grant, are
exercisable at $12.50 per share, and expire five years after the date of grant.
The following table summarizes the Companys stock option activity during the first quarter of
fiscal 2008:
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted Average |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted Average |
|
|
Remaining |
|
|
Aggregate |
|
|
Aggregate |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Exercise Price |
|
|
Contractual |
|
|
Fair |
|
|
Intrinsic |
|
|
|
Shares |
|
|
per Share |
|
|
Term (1) |
|
|
Value |
|
|
Value (2) |
|
Outstanding January 1, 2008 |
|
|
320,011 |
|
|
|
5.35 |
|
|
|
3.87 |
|
|
$ |
771,784 |
|
|
$ |
2,379,777 |
|
Granted |
|
|
15,000 |
|
|
|
12.50 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
87,150 |
|
|
|
|
|
Exercised |
|
|
(14,600 |
) |
|
|
5.88 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(21,024 |
) |
|
|
44,749 |
|
Forfeited or expired |
|
|
(668 |
) |
|
|
1.46 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(548 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Outstanding March 31, 2008 |
|
|
319,743 |
|
|
|
5.67 |
|
|
|
3.84 |
|
|
$ |
837,362 |
|
|
$ |
1,129,395 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Exercisable March 31, 2008 |
|
|
258,073 |
|
|
|
4.62 |
|
|
|
3.89 |
|
|
$ |
538,879 |
|
|
$ |
1,129,395 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(1) |
|
Remaining contractual term is presented in years. |
|
(2) |
|
The aggregate intrinsic value is calculated as the difference between the
exercise price of the underlying awards and the closing price of the Companys
common stock as of March 31, 2008, for those awards that have an exercise price
currently below the closing price as of March 31, 2008. Awards with an exercise price
above the closing price as of March 31, 2008 are considered to have no intrinsic value. |
A summary of the status of the Companys nonvested options to purchase the Companys common
stock as of March 31, 2008 and changes during the three months ended March 31, 2008 is presented
below:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted Average |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Grant-Date |
|
|
|
Shares |
|
|
Fair Value |
|
Nonvested stock options at January 1, 2008 |
|
|
61,667 |
|
|
$ |
4.84 |
|
Granted |
|
|
15,000 |
|
|
|
5.81 |
|
Vested |
|
|
(15,000 |
) |
|
|
5.81 |
|
Forfeited |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Nonvested stock options at March 31, 2008 |
|
|
61,667 |
|
|
$ |
4.84 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2. Stock-Based Compensation (Continued):
During the three months ended March 31, 2008 and 2007, the Company recognized consolidated
compensation expense of $194,427 and $104,001, respectively, of which $78,742 and $67,721,
respectively, was related to RMIs stock-based compensation plan, and the Company recognized a tax
benefit of $0 and $5,423, respectively, related thereto. As of March 31, 2008, there was $230,107
of total unrecognized compensation cost, net of $11,932 attributable to estimated forfeitures,
related to nonvested stock options granted under the 2004 Plan. That cost is expected to be
recognized over the weighted average period of 1.59 years. During the three months ended March 31,
2008, options to purchase 668 shares of the Companys common stock expired unexercised with a grant
date fair value per share of $.82 and an aggregate grant date fair value of $548.
During the three months ended March 31, 2008 and 2007, 14,600 and 27,081 common stock options,
respectively, were exercised with aggregate intrinsic values of $44,749 and $294,317, respectively.
Also during the three months ended March 31, 2008 and 2007, the Company received proceeds of
$85,775 and $56,653, respectively, as a result of the exercise of options to purchase the Companys
common stock.
Ready Mix, Inc.:
RMI accounts for stock-based compensation utilizing the fair value recognition provisions of
SFAS 123R. RMI recognizes expected tax benefits related to employee stock-based compensation as
awards are granted and the incremental tax benefit or liability when related awards are deductible.
As of March 31, 2008, RMI has the following stock-based compensation plan:
Equity Incentive Plan
In 2005, RMI adopted the 2005 Equity Incentive Plan (the RMI 2005 Plan). The RMI 2005 Plan
permits the granting of any or all of the following types of awards: (1) incentive and nonqualified
stock options, (2) stock appreciation rights, (3) stock awards, restricted stock and stock units,
and (4) other stock or cash-based awards. In connection with any award or any deferred award,
payments may also be made representing dividends or their equivalent.
As of March 31, 2008, RMI had reserved 673,000 shares of its common stock for issuance under
the RMI 2005 Plan. Shares of RMIs common stock underlying options to purchase common stock
awarded under the RMI 2005 Plan will not be counted as used unless and until they are actually
issued and delivered to a participant. As of March 31, 2008, 291,375 shares were available for
future grant under the RMI 2005 Plan. The term of the stock options granted under the RMI 2005 Plan
is five years and typically may be exercised after issuance as follows: 33.3% after one year of
continuous service, 66.6% after two years of continuous service and 100% after three years of
continuous service. The exercise price of each option is equal to the closing market price of
RMIs common stock on the date of grant. RMIs board of directors has full discretion to modify
these terms on a grant by grant basis.
RMI uses the Black-Scholes option pricing model to estimate fair value of stock-based awards
with the following assumptions for the indicated periods:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Awards granted |
|
|
|
|
|
|
during the three |
|
|
Awards granted |
|
|
|
months ended |
|
|
prior to |
|
|
|
March 31, 2008 |
|
|
January 1, 2008 |
|
Dividend yield |
|
|
0 |
% |
|
|
0 |
% |
Expected volatility |
|
|
35.5 |
% |
|
|
21.4% 39.1 |
% |
Weighted-average volatility |
|
|
35.50 |
% |
|
|
27.18 |
% |
Risk-free interest rate |
|
|
3.00 |
% |
|
|
5.00 |
% |
Expected life of options (in years) |
|
|
5 |
|
|
|
3-5 |
|
Weighted-average grant-date fair value |
|
$ |
2.31 |
|
|
$ |
2.40 |
|
12
MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2. Stock-Based Compensation (Continued):
During the three months ended March 31, 2008, options to purchase an aggregate of 20,000
shares of RMIs common stock were granted to RMIs four outside directors. The options granted to
RMIs four outside directors were granted on January 2, 2008, were fully vested upon grant, are
exercisable at $6.40 per share, and expire five years after the date of grant.
The following table summarizes RMIs stock option activity during the first quarter of fiscal
2008:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted Average |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted Average |
|
|
Remaining |
|
|
Aggregate |
|
|
Aggregate |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Exercise Price |
|
|
Contractual |
|
|
Fair |
|
|
Intrinsic |
|
|
|
Shares |
|
|
per Share |
|
|
Term (1) |
|
|
Value |
|
|
Value (2) |
|
Outstanding January 1, 2008 |
|
|
366,125 |
|
|
$ |
11.01 |
|
|
|
2.75 |
|
|
$ |
935,166 |
|
|
|
|
|
Granted |
|
|
20,000 |
|
|
|
6.40 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
46,200 |
|
|
|
|
|
Exercised |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Forfeited or expired |
|
|
(4,500 |
) |
|
|
11.00 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(8,775 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Outstanding March 31, 2008 |
|
|
381,625 |
|
|
$ |
10.77 |
|
|
|
2.63 |
|
|
$ |
972,591 |
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Exercisable March 31, 2008 |
|
|
308,208 |
|
|
$ |
10.82 |
|
|
|
2.41 |
|
|
$ |
185,543 |
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(1) |
|
Remaining contractual term is presented in years. |
|
(2) |
|
The aggregate intrinsic value is calculated as the difference between the
exercise price of the underlying awards and the closing price of RMIs common stock as
of March 31, 2008, for those awards that have an exercise price currently below the
closing price as of March 31, 2008. Awards with an exercise price above the closing
price as of March 31, 2008 are considered to have no intrinsic value. |
A summary of the status of RMIs nonvested options to purchase RMIs common stock as of March
31, 2008 and changes during the three months ended March 31, 2008 is presented below:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted Average |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Grant-Date |
|
|
|
Shares |
|
|
Fair Value |
|
Nonvested stock options at January 1, 2008 |
|
|
149,375 |
|
|
$ |
2.61 |
|
Granted |
|
|
20,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
Vested |
|
|
(91,458 |
) |
|
|
2.03 |
|
Forfeited |
|
|
(4,500 |
) |
|
|
1.95 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Nonvested stock options at March 31, 2008 |
|
|
73,417 |
|
|
$ |
3.28 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
During the three months ended March 31, 2008 and 2007, RMI recognized compensation expense of
$78,742 and $67,721, respectively, and a tax benefit of $12,887 and $6,546, respectively, related
thereto. As of March 31, 2008, there was $203,833 of total unrecognized compensation cost. That
cost is expected to be recognized over the weighted average period of 1.69 years. The total fair
value of options to purchase 91,458 and 75,126 shares of RMIs common stock vested during the three
months ended March 31, 2008 and 2007, was $185,543 and $146,496, respectively. During the three
months ended March 31, 2008, options to purchase 4,500 shares of RMIs common stock were forfeited,
fair value per share of $1.95, with a total fair value of $8,775.
13
MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
3. Notes Payable:
Notes payable consists of the following:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
March 31, |
|
|
December 31, |
|
|
|
2008 |
|
|
2007 |
|
Balance of notes payable outstanding from year end |
|
$ |
14,965,758 |
|
|
$ |
16,485,515 |
|
Notes payable, interest rates ranging 5.39% to
6.25% with
combined monthly principal payments of $19,840 plus
interest, due dates ranging from January 28, 2012 to
April 18, 2013, collateralized by equipment |
|
|
1,078,239 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
16,043,997 |
|
|
|
16,485,515 |
|
Less: current portion |
|
|
(4,217,637 |
) |
|
|
(4,216,498 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
11,826,360 |
|
|
$ |
12,269,017 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Following are maturities of long-term debt as of March 31, 2008 for each of the following
years:
|
|
|
|
|
2009 |
|
$ |
4,217,637 |
|
2010 |
|
|
5,090,397 |
|
2011 |
|
|
3,037,687 |
|
2012 |
|
|
1,840,230 |
|
2013 |
|
|
833,058 |
|
Subsequent to 2013 |
|
|
1,024,988 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
16,043,997 |
|
|
|
|
|
4. Lines of Credit:
In October 2007, the Company amended and restated its line of credit agreements. The Company
combined a $3.0 million line of credit and an approximately $2.0 million line of credit into a
single $10.0 million line of credit for MVCI with an interest rate at Chase Manhattan Banks prime
rate, plus .25%. The interest rate as of March 31, 2008 was 5.5%. The balance outstanding on the
line of credit as of March 31, 2008 was $265,669 and is reported in Note 3 Notes Payable of
these notes to condensed consolidated financial statements. The loan agreement allows interest
only payments until January 31, 2009. Beginning February 1, 2009, the line of credit converts into
a term agreement requiring equal monthly principal plus interest payments through January 31, 2012
and is collateralized by all of MVCIs and the Companys assets. Under the terms of the loan
agreement, the Company and/or MVCI are required to maintain a certain level of tangible net worth,
a ratio of total debt to tangible net worth as well as a minimum cash flow to debt ratio. The
Company is also required to maintain a certain level of earnings before interest, tax, depreciation
and amortization (EBITDA). MVCI is also required to maintain a certain level of cash flow to
current portion of long term debt. As of March 31, 2008, the Company and MVCI were in compliance
with these covenants.
As of March 31, 2008, the Company had a $5.0 million line of credit loan agreement for RMI,
with an interest rate at Chase Manhattan Banks prime rate, plus .25%. The interest rate as of
March 31, 2008 was 5.5%. The balance outstanding on the line of credit as of March 31, 2008 was
$514,012 and is reported in Note 3 Notes Payable of these notes to condensed consolidated
financial statements. The loan agreement allows interest only payments until December 31, 2008.
If the agreement is not renewed by December 31, 2008 and a balance is outstanding, then the line of
credit converts into a term agreement requiring equal monthly principal plus interest payments
through December 31, 2011 and is collateralized by all of RMIs and the Companys assets. Under
the terms of the loan agreement, the Company and/or RMI are required to maintain a certain level of
tangible net worth, a ratio of total debt to tangible net worth as well as a minimum cash flow to
debt ratio. The Company is also required to maintain a certain level of earnings before interest,
tax, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA). RMI is also required to maintain a certain level of
cash flow to current portion of long-term debt. As of March 31, 2008, the Company and RMI were in
compliance with these covenants.
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MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
4. Lines of Credit (Continued):
In addition to the line of credit agreements mentioned above, the Company and RMI have each
established capital expenditure commitments in the amounts of $10.0 million and $15.0 million,
respectively. The purposes of these commitments are to fund certain acquisitions of capital
equipment that the Company and RMI may need to improve capacity or productivity. As of March 31,
2008, the Company and RMI had approximately $6.6 million and $7.0 million, respectively, available
to draw against under such commitments.
5. Commitments:
The Company has agreed to indemnify its officers and directors for certain events or
occurrences that may arise as a result of the officer or directors serving in such capacity. The
term of the indemnification period is for the officers or directors lifetime. The maximum
potential amount of future payments the Company could be required to make under these
indemnification agreements is unlimited. However, the Company has a directors and officers
liability insurance policy that enables it to recover a portion of any future amounts paid up to
$25.0 million. As a result of its insurance policy coverage and no current or expected litigation
against the Companys officers or directors, the Company believes the estimated fair value of these
indemnification agreements is minimal and has not recorded liabilities for these agreements as of
March 31, 2008.
The Company enters into indemnification provisions under its agreements with other companies
in the ordinary course of business, typically with business partners, customers, landlords, lenders
and lessors. Under these provisions the Company generally indemnifies and holds harmless the indemnified party for
losses suffered or incurred by the indemnified party as a result of the Companys activities or, in
some cases, as a result of the indemnified partys activities under the agreement. The maximum
potential amount of future payments the Company could be required to make under these
indemnification provisions is unlimited. The Company has not incurred material costs to defend
lawsuits or settle claims related to these indemnification agreements. As a result, the Company
believes the estimated fair value of these agreements is minimal. Accordingly, the Company has no
liabilities recorded for these agreements as of March 31, 2008.
6. Statement of Cash Flows:
Non-Cash Investing and Financing Activities:
The Company recognized investing and financing activities that affected assets and
liabilities, but did not result in cash receipts or payments. These non-cash activities are as
follows:
During the three months ended March 31, 2008 and 2007, the Company financed the purchase of
equipment in the amounts of $1,089,649 and $1,862,750, respectively.
During the three months ended March 31, 2008 and 2007, the Company incurred $194,427 and
$104,001, respectively, in stock-based compensation expense associated with stock option grants to
employees, directors and consultants.
During the three months ended March 31, 2008 and 2007, the Company realized income tax
benefits of $0 and $82,689, respectively, as a result of disqualifying dispositions of incentive
stock options and exercises or nonqualified stock options, which is included in income taxes
payable and additional paid-in capital.
7. Litigation and Claim Matters:
The Company and its subsidiaries are party to legal proceedings in the ordinary course of
business. With the exception of the matters detailed below, the Company believes that the nature
of these proceedings (which generally relate to disputes between the Company, or the Companys
subsidiaries, and its subcontractors, material suppliers or customers regarding payment for work
performed or materials supplied) are typical for a construction firm of its size and scope, and no
other pending proceedings are deemed to be materially detrimental and some claims may prove
beneficial to its financial condition.
15
MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
7. Litigation and Claim Matters (Continued):
The following proceedings represent matters that may be material and have been referred to
legal counsel for further action:
Requests for Equitable Adjustment to Construction Contracts. MVCI has made claims as
described below on the following contracts:
|
(1) |
|
Two contracts with the New Mexico State Highway and Transportation Department
The approximate total value of claims on these projects is $12,002,782 of which
$8,336,931 is on behalf of MVCI and the balance of $3,665,851 is on behalf of the prime
contractor or subcontractors. The primary issues are changed conditions, plan errors
and omissions, contract modifications and associated delay costs. In addition, the
projects were not completed within the adjusted contract time because of events giving
rise to the claims. The prosecution of the claims will include the appropriate
extensions of contract time to offset any potential liquidated damages. The trial date
has been postponed to May 4, 2009. |
|
|
(2) |
|
Federal Highway Administration The approximate total value of claims on this
project is $7,081,529, of which $6,751,940 is on behalf of MVCI and the balance of
$329,589 is on behalf of a subcontractor. The primary issues are unforeseen
conditions, changed conditions, plan errors and omissions, contract modifications and
associated delay costs. In addition, the projects were not completed within the
adjusted contract time because of events giving rise to the claims. On September 18,
2006, MVCI submitted a formal claim with the Federal Highway Administration. On
September 28, 2007, the Federal Highway Administration denied all of MVCIs claims. On
November 6, 2007, MVCI filed an appeal with the United States Civilian Board of Contract
Appeals and no trial date has been set as of the date of this report. MVCI and the
Federal Highway Administration have since engaged in settlement discussions of all
claims. |
The combined total of all outstanding claims as of March 31, 2008 is $19,084,311. MVCIs
portion of the total claims is $15,088,871 and the balance pertaining to a prime contractor or
subcontractors claims is $3,995,440. Total claim amounts reported by MVCI are approximate and are
subject to revision as final documentation progresses and as issues are resolved and/or payments
made. Claim amounts do not include any prejudgment interest, if applicable. Relative to the
aforementioned claims, the Company has recorded $2,463,880 in cumulative claims receivable to
offset a portion of costs incurred to date on the claims.
The Company has not accrued a liability related to the prime contractor or subcontractors
claims as no liability would be deemed payable if their portion of the claims did not receive a
favorable final outcome. Correspondingly, no receivable has been recorded for overhead and profit
included in their portion of the claims on the Companys behalf.
Although the Company believes that the claims receivable amount represents a reasonably
conservative posture, any claim proceeds ultimately paid to the Company less than the aggregate
amount recorded on the balance sheet of $2,463,880, will decrease earnings. Conversely, a payment
for those same items in excess of $2,463,880 will result in increased income.
The portion of accounts receivable pertaining to retention withheld on the contracts for which
claims have been filed amounts to $879,763. The degree to which the Company is successful in
prosecuting its claims may also impact the amount of retention paid by the owners on the contracts.
The Company believes that all retention amounts currently being held by the owners on the
contracts with outstanding claims will be paid in full in accordance with the contract terms.
Therefore, no allowance has been made to reduce the receivables due from the retention on the
disputed contracts.
16
MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
7. Litigation and Claim Matters (Continued):
Lawsuits Filed Against Meadow Valley Contractors, Inc. and Ready Mix, Inc.
|
(1) |
|
MVCI is defending a claimed preference, in the Third Judicial Court of Salt
Lake County, in connection with a payment made to it by an insurance company, Southern
America Insurance Company, in the approximate amount of $100,000. In January 2008, the
court entered judgment against MVCI in the amount of approximately $185,000,
representing the original claim amount plus interest. MVCI continues to believe that
the payment is not a preference, and is vigorously appealing the judgment; however, in
recognition of the judgment entered, MVCI has recorded the judgment amount as a
liability at March 31, 2008. |
|
|
(2) |
|
MVCI, through its insurance company, is providing a defense to the State of
Arizona, pursuant to its obligations under its contract, for a complaint brought by the
parents of Corey James and Michelle James in the Superior Court of the State of
Arizona, in and for the County of Pinal. The complaint, No. CV00400744, was filed on
July 9, 2004. The complaint is a civil action titled John James, the Father of Decedent
Corey James, Donna James, the mother of Decedent Corey James, Marjorie Surine, the
Mother of Decedent Michelle James and Joseph Burkhamer, the Father of Decedent Michelle
James, Plaintiffs, vs. The State of Arizona, a Body Politic; John Does and Jane Does
1-10; ABC Companies 1-5; and Black and White Corporations, Partnerships and/or Sole
proprietorships 1-10, or Other Entities, Defendants. The complaint seeks damages from
the State of Arizona for losses suffered by the plaintiffs as a result of a traffic accident. In January 2006, Joseph
Burkhamer, the father of decedent Michelle James, was dismissed from the complaint and
he has appealed the dismissal. During 2007, MVCIs insurance company settled with the
remaining plaintiffs with no additional responsibility for MVCI. MVCI denies
responsibility for the accident and is vigorously defending the action. MVCI is unable
to ascertain if any loss is probable or even estimatable and accordingly, has not
accrued a liability related to this complaint as of March 31, 2008. |
|
|
(3) |
|
On November 8, 2007, Kitchell Contractors, Inc. of Arizona filed a complaint
(CV2007-020708) in the Superior Court of the State of Arizona, against RMI for
re-imbursement of costs they incurred to remove and replace concrete totaling
approximately $200,000. The claim alleges that the materials supplied to a
construction project did not meet the minimum standards as defined in the contract
between the parties. RMI is disputing the claim and is vigorously defending against
the complaint. As such, no liability has been recorded as of March 31, 2008 related to
this matter. |
8. Earnings per Share:
Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 128, Earnings per Share, provides for the
calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share. Basic earnings per share includes no dilution
and is computed by dividing income available to common stockholders by the weighted average number
of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted earnings per share reflect the potential
dilution of securities that could share in the earnings of an entity, as set forth below:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
For the Three Months Ended |
|
|
|
March 31, |
|
|
|
2008 |
|
|
2007 |
|
Weighted average common shares
outstanding |
|
|
5,149,367 |
|
|
|
5,120,296 |
|
Dilutive effect of: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Stock options |
|
|
151,471 |
|
|
|
175,556 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted average common shares
outstanding assuming dilution |
|
|
5,300,838 |
|
|
|
5,295,852 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
17
MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
8. Earnings per Share (Continued):
All dilutive common stock equivalents are reflected in our earnings per share calculations.
Anti-dilutive common stock equivalents are not included in our earnings per share calculations.
For the three months ended March 31, 2008, the Company had outstanding options to purchase 198,076
shares of common stock at a range of $1.46 to $5.88 per share, which were included in the earnings
per share calculation as they were dilutive and outstanding options and warrants to purchase
196,879 shares of common stock at a range of $9.38 to $13.88 per share, which were not included in
the earnings per share calculation as they were anti-dilutive.
The Companys diluted net income per common share at March 31, 2007 is computed based on the
weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period and the weighted
average number of shares underlying options and warrants to purchase 327,461 common shares at a
range of $1.46 to $10.11. The weighted average number of warrants to purchase 87,120 shares of
common stock at $12.60 per share were outstanding at March 31, 2007, but were not included in the
computation of diluted net income per common shares because the warrants exercise price was
greater than the average market price of the common share.
9. Income Taxes:
The Companys effective tax rate is based on expected income, statutory tax rates and tax
planning opportunities available in the various jurisdictions in which it operates. For interim
financial reporting, in accordance with APB Opinion No. 28, the Company estimates the annual tax
rate based on projected taxable income for the full year and records a quarterly income tax
provision in accordance with the anticipated annual rate. As the year progresses, we refine the
estimates of the years taxable income as new information becomes available, including year-to-date
financial results. This continual estimation process can result in a change to the expected
effective tax rate for the year. When this occurs, the Company adjusts the income tax provision
during the quarter in which the change in estimate occurs so that the year-to-date provision
reflects the expected annual tax rate. Significant judgment is required in determining the
Companys effective tax rate and in evaluating our tax positions.
The effective income tax rate of approximately 36% for the three months ended March 31, 2008
and 2007 differed from the statutory rate, due primarily to state income taxes and non-deductible
stock-based compensation expense associated with employee incentive stock options.
10. Subsequent Events:
In April 2008, the Company was awarded approximately $57.2 million in new contracts. The
Companys backlog (anticipated revenue from the uncompleted portions of awarded projects) was
approximately $139.1 million at March 31, 2008. The above referenced new contract amounts were
added to the Companys backlog subsequent to March 31, 2008.
18
MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
11. Segment Information:
The Company manages and operates three segments construction services segment, construction
materials segment and construction materials testing segment. The construction services segment
provides construction services to a broad range of public and some private customers primarily in
southern Nevada and Arizona. Through this segment, the Company performs heavy civil construction
such as the construction of bridges and overpasses, channels, roadways, highways and airport
runways. The construction materials segment manufactures and distributes ready mix concrete and
sand and gravel products in the Las Vegas, Nevada and Phoenix, Arizona markets. Material customers
include concrete subcontractors, prime contractors, homebuilders, commercial and industrial
property developers, pool builders and homeowners. The construction materials segment operates out
of three locations in the Las Vegas, Nevada vicinity, one location in the Moapa, Nevada vicinity
and three locations in the Phoenix, Arizona vicinity. The construction materials testing segment
provides materials testing services to the broader construction industry in the Las Vegas, Nevada
area.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Three Months Ended March 31, |
(dollars in thousands) |
|
2008 |
|
2007 |
|
|
Construction |
|
Construction |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Materials |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Materials |
|
|
Services |
|
Materials |
|
Testing |
|
Services |
|
Materials |
|
Testing |
Gross revenue |
|
$ |
33,633 |
|
|
$ |
15,786 |
|
|
$ |
436 |
|
|
$ |
22,724 |
|
|
$ |
20,363 |
|
|
$ |
279 |
|
Intercompany revenue |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(96 |
) |
|
|
(104 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(652 |
) |
|
|
(65 |
) |
Cost of revenue |
|
|
30,258 |
|
|
|
15,789 |
|
|
|
329 |
|
|
|
20,813 |
|
|
|
18,261 |
|
|
|
339 |
|
Interest income |
|
|
194 |
|
|
|
71 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
281 |
|
|
|
88 |
|
|
|
|
|
Interest expense |
|
|
(7 |
) |
|
|
(28 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(36 |
) |
|
|
(42 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Depreciation and amortization |
|
|
676 |
|
|
|
1,150 |
|
|
|
5 |
|
|
|
646 |
|
|
|
994 |
|
|
|
4 |
|
Income (loss) before income taxes and
minority interest in consolidated subsidiary |
|
|
2,114 |
|
|
|
(1,017 |
) |
|
|
46 |
|
|
|
422 |
|
|
|
1,081 |
|
|
|
(174 |
) |
Income tax benefit (expense) |
|
|
(761 |
) |
|
|
366 |
|
|
|
(16 |
) |
|
|
(219 |
) |
|
|
(316 |
) |
|
|
63 |
|
Income (loss) before minority interest in
consolidated subsidiary |
|
|
1,352 |
|
|
|
(651 |
) |
|
|
30 |
|
|
|
203 |
|
|
|
765 |
|
|
|
(111 |
) |
Minority interest in consolidated
subsidiary |
|
|
|
|
|
|
199 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(327 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Net income (loss) |
|
|
1,352 |
|
|
|
(452 |
) |
|
|
30 |
|
|
|
203 |
|
|
|
438 |
|
|
|
(111 |
) |
Total assets |
|
|
65,311 |
|
|
|
45,329 |
|
|
|
618 |
|
|
|
56,275 |
|
|
|
49,528 |
|
|
|
860 |
|
There are no differences in accounting principles between the three segments. All centrally
incurred costs are allocated to the construction services segment. A management fee is allocated
to the materials segment in the amount of $22,000 per month. Intercompany revenue is eliminated at
cost to arrive at consolidated revenue and cost of revenue.
19
Item 2. Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Forward-Looking Statement Disclosure
This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and the documents we incorporate by reference herein
include forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts
contained in this Form 10-Q and the documents we incorporate by reference, including statements
regarding our future financial position, business strategy and plans and objectives of management
for future operations, are forward-looking statements. The words believe, may, estimate,
continue, anticipate, intend, should, plan, could, target, potential, is likely,
will, expect and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify
forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the
Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Exchange Act. We have based these
forward-looking statements largely on our current expectations and projections about future events
and financial trends that we believe may affect our financial condition, results of operations,
business strategy and financial needs.
These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and
assumptions described in Risk Factors in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended
December 31, 2007, and any changes thereto in Part II, Item 1A Risk Factors of this Form 10-Q.
In addition, our past results of operations do not necessarily indicate our future results.
Moreover, the construction services segment and the construction materials segment of our business
are very competitive and rapidly changing. New risk factors emerge from time to time and it is not
possible for us to predict all such risk factors, nor can we assess the impact of all such risk
factors on our business or the extent to which any risk factor, or combination of risk factors, may
cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements.
Except as otherwise required by applicable laws, we undertake no obligation to publicly update
or revise any forward-looking statements or the risk factors described in this Quarterly Report on
Form 10-Q or in the documents we incorporate by reference, whether as a result of new information,
future events, changed circumstances or any other reason after the date of this Quarterly Report on
Form 10-Q. You should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events or
performance. We cannot assure you that the events and circumstances reflected in the
forward-looking statements will be achieved or occur. Although we believe that the expectations
reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee future results,
levels of activity, performance or achievements.
General
The following is managements discussion and analysis of certain significant factors affecting
our financial position and operating results during the periods included in the accompanying
condensed consolidated financial statements. Except for the historical information contained
herein, the matters set forth in this discussion are forward-looking statements.
Revenue on uncompleted fixed price contracts is recorded under the percentage-of-completion
method of accounting. We begin to recognize revenue on our contracts when we first incur direct
costs. Contracts often involve work periods in excess of one year and revisions in cost and profit
estimates during construction are reflected in the accounting period in which the facts that
require the revisions become known. Losses on contracts, if any, are provided for in total when
determined, regardless of the percent complete.
In general, labor, equipment and disposable materials tend to be the types of costs with the
greatest uncertainty, and, therefore, have the greatest risk of variation from budgeted costs.
Permanent materials and subcontract costs tend to be more predictable and, to a greater degree, can
be fixed for the duration of the contract, and thus have less risk of variation from the original
estimate. We have avoided material deterioration of profit margins due to untimely delivery of
important construction materials or from rapidly rising costs of the same, and from minor cost
overruns due to rising costs of raw materials in our construction services segment. A significant
and unforeseen rise in the cost of crude oil could negatively impact our performance. Likewise,
prolonged shortages of raw materials could delay progress on projects, cause cost overruns and
potentially erode profit margins.
20
Overview
The financial results of the quarter ended March 31, 2008, reflect the continuing strength of
the construction services segment and the offsetting impact of the construction materials segment.
This years first quarter was somewhat negatively impacted by losing approximately six days to
rainy weather, but such weather is to be expected during a normal calendar first quarter. A
considerable portion of the construction materials segments business is related to residential
construction which began to decline in mid-2006. Initially, we were able to reasonably mitigate
the impact of the residential sector decline until the third quarter of 2007 when continued
decreased demand for ready-mix concrete industry-wide began to negatively impact pricing. Falling
prices coupled with increasing costs resulted in our not being profitable in the second half of
2007. Similar, but increasingly severe, market forces continue to negatively impact the
construction materials segment resulting in deterioration of our profitability in the quarter ended
March 31, 2008. Despite a 16.4% increase in consolidated revenue in the first quarter of 2008
compared to the same period in 2007, our gross profit declined 12.0% from approximately $4.0
million to $3.5 million, however, due to a 17.1% decline in general and administrative expenses,
income from operations rose 4.6%. Net income of $.9 million in the first quarter increased 75.5%
from 2007s first quarter net income of $.5 million.
Our construction services segment continues to trend positively due primarily to continuing
strength in public works construction. Proceeds from the private offering of our common stock and
warrants completed in late 2006 and continuing successful execution of contract work have combined
to achieve increased bonding limits from our surety company and permitted us to bid on more
numerous and larger projects. The primary result of improved bonding capacity is the 54.2%
increase in our contract backlog as of March 31, 2008 of $139.1 million compared to $90.2 million a
year ago. In addition to our existing backlog of $139.1 million, on April 16, 2008, we announced
the award of a $57.0 million project with the Clark County Department of Public Works that will be
added to our April 2008 backlog. Increased backlog is expected to provide improved revenue
visibility and, if we execute the contracts successfully, improved gross profit. Gross margins
will vary from quarter to quarter depending upon the stage of completion of the work and profit
margins of each individual contract. Construction services segment revenue increased 48.0% from
$22.7 million in the first quarter of 2007 to $33.6 million in the first quarter of 2008, while
gross profit for the same periods increased 76.6% from $1.9 million in 2007 to $3.4 million in
2008. First quarter 2008 gross profit was negatively affected by one-time costs related to a legal
decision rendered against the Company in a lawsuit involving a preferential payment in a bankruptcy
- see Note 7 Litigation and Claim Matters in notes to condensed consolidated financial
statements.
The construction materials segments affect on the quarters results was significant. When
comparing the first quarter of 2007 with the first quarter of 2008, revenue decreased 20.4% from
$19.7 million to $15.7 million and gross profit decreased 100.1% from $2.1 million to a loss of
$.003 million. The quarter was negatively impacted by approximately $.2 million in costs
associated with the discontinuance of operations at the Detrital Wash location. Due to declining
demand for ready-mix concrete, the cost of producing and delivering aggregates manufactured from
the this location, and the magnitude of ongoing costs if we maintained operations at Detrital Wash,
we determined it would be more beneficial for the Company to cease operations at this location.
Critical Accounting Policies, Estimates and Judgments
Significant accounting policies are described in the audited consolidated financial statements
and notes thereto included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007.
We believe our most critical accounting policies are revenue recognition and cost estimation on
certain contracts for which we use a percentage-of-completion accounting method, our allowances for
doubtful accounts, our inventory allowance, the valuation of property and equipment, and our
accounting policies on contingencies, income taxes and the valuation of stock-based compensation.
The revenue recognition and cost estimation accounting method is applied by our construction
services segment to heavy construction projects executed under multi-year contracts with various
customers.
Revenue and costs from fixed-price and modified fixed-price construction contracts are
recognized for each contract on the percentage-of-completion method, measured by the percentage of
costs incurred to date to the estimated total of direct costs. Direct costs include, among other
things, direct labor, field labor, equipment rent, subcontracting, direct materials, and direct
overhead. General and administrative expenses are accounted for as period costs and are,
therefore, not included in the calculation of the estimates to complete construction contracts in
progress. Project losses are provided for in their entirety in the period in which such losses are
determined, without
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reference to the percentage-of-completion. As contracts can extend over one or more
accounting periods, revisions in costs and earnings estimated during the course of the work are
reflected during the accounting period in which the facts that required such revisions become
known.
The asset costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings on uncompleted contracts
represents revenue recognized in excess of amounts billed. The liability billings in excess of
costs and estimated earnings on uncompleted contracts represents billings in excess of revenues
recognized.
The complexity of the estimation process and all issues related to the assumptions, risks and
uncertainties inherent with the application of the percentage-of-completion method of accounting
affects the amounts reported in our condensed consolidated financial statements. A number of
internal and external factors affect our percentage-of-completion estimates, including labor rate
and efficiency variances, estimated future material prices and customer specification changes. If
our business conditions were different, or if we used different assumptions in the application of
this accounting policy, it is likely that materially different amounts would be reported in our
condensed consolidated financial statements.
We are required to estimate the collectibility of our accounts receivable. A considerable
amount of judgment is required in assessing the realization of these receivables, including the
current credit worthiness of each customer and the related aging of the past due balances. Our
provision for bad debts at March 31, 2008 and December 31, 2007 amounted to $652,695 and $594,722,
respectively. We determine our reserve by using percentages applied to certain aged receivable
categories and percentages of certain types of revenue generated, as well as a review of the
individual accounts outstanding and our collection history.
We are required to state our inventories at the lower of cost or market. In assessing the
ultimate realization of inventories, we are required to make judgments as to the future demand
requirements and compare these with the current inventory levels. Our reserve requirements
generally increase as our projected demand requirements decrease due to market conditions and
longer than expected usage periods. At March 31, 2008 and December 31, 2007, inventories of
$1,331,078 and $1,232,478, respectively, are net of reserves of $199,936. It is possible that
significant changes in required inventory reserves may occur in the future if there is a further
decline in market conditions or market activity.
We are required to provide property and equipment net of depreciation and amortization
expense. We expense depreciation and amortization utilizing the straight-line method over what we
believe to be the estimated useful lives of the assets. Leasehold improvements are amortized over
their estimated useful lives or the lease term, whichever is shorter. The life of any piece of
equipment can vary, even within the same category of equipment, due to the quality of the
maintenance, care provided by the operator and the general environmental conditions, such as
temperature, weather severity and the terrain in which the equipment operates. We maintain,
service and repair a majority of our equipment through the use of our mechanics. If we
inaccurately estimate the life of any given piece of equipment or category of equipment we may be
overstating or understating earnings in any given period.
We also review our property and equipment 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 net cash flows expected to be generated by the asset. If such assets are considered to be
impaired, the impairment recognized is measured by the amount by which the carrying amount of the
assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. Impairments are recognized in the period during which
they are identified. Assets to be disposed of, if any, are reported at the lower of the carrying
amount or fair value less costs to sell.
We are required to estimate our income taxes in each jurisdiction in which we operate. This
process requires us to estimate the actual current tax exposure together with assessing temporary
differences resulting from differing treatment of items for tax and financial reporting purposes.
These temporary differences result in deferred tax assets and liabilities on our balance sheets.
We must calculate the blended tax rate, combining all applicable tax jurisdictions, which can vary
over time as a result of the allocation of taxable income between the tax jurisdictions and the
changes in tax rates. We must also assess the likelihood that the deferred tax assets, if any,
will be recovered from future taxable income and, to the extent recovery is not likely, must
establish a valuation allowance. This assessment is complicated by the fact that we are required
to consolidate our subsidiaries for financial reporting purposes, while being separately reported
for tax purposes. As of March 31, 2008, we had total deferred tax asset of $.6 million with no
valuation allowance and total deferred tax liability of $2.6 million. The deferred tax asset does
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not contain a valuation allowance as we believe we will be able to utilize the deferred tax
asset through future taxable income.
Furthermore, we are subject to periodic review by domestic tax authorities for audit of our
income tax returns. These audits generally include questions regarding our tax filing positions,
including the amount and timing of deductions and the allocation of income among various tax
jurisdictions. In evaluating the exposures associated with our various tax filing positions,
including federal and state taxes, we believe we have complied with the rules of the service codes
and therefore have not recorded reserves for any possible exposure. Typically the taxing
authorities can audit the previous three years of tax returns and in certain situations audit
additional years, therefore a significant amount of time may pass before an audit is conducted and
fully resolved. Although no audits are currently being conducted, if a taxing authority would
require us to amend a prior years tax return we would record the increase or decrease in our tax
obligation in the period in which it is more likely than not to be realized.
We use the fair value recognition provisions of SFAS 123R, to value stock-based payment
awards. Under this method we recognize compensation expense for all stock-based payments granted.
In accordance with SFAS 123R we use the Black-Scholes option valuation model to value the
stock-based payment awards. Under the fair value recognition provisions of SFAS 123R, we recognize
stock-based compensation net of an estimated forfeiture rate and only recognize compensation cost
for those shares expected to vest on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period of the
award.
Determining the appropriate fair value model and calculating the fair value of share-based
payment awards requires the input of highly subjective assumptions, including the expected life of
the share-based payment awards and stock price volatility. The assumptions used in calculating the
fair value of share-based payment awards represent managements best estimates, but these estimates
involve inherent uncertainties and the application of managements judgment. As a result, if
factors change and we use different assumptions, our stock-based compensation expense could be
materially different in the future. In addition, we are required to estimate the expected
forfeiture rate and only recognize expense for those shares expected to vest. If our actual
forfeiture rate is materially different from our estimate, the stock-based compensation expense
could be significantly different from what we have recorded in the current period. See Note 2
Stock-Based Compensation in the accompanying notes to the condensed consolidated financial
statements for a further discussion on stock-based compensation.
As discussed elsewhere in this filing, we disclose various litigation and claims matters.
These issues involve significant estimates and judgments, which may materially change in future
periods due to change in circumstances.
New Accounting Pronouncements
In September 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 157, Fair Value Measurements (SFAS 157), which
defines fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value, and expands disclosures about
fair value measurements. SFAS 157 is effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007.
The adoption of SFAS 157 did not have a material effect on our financial statements.
In February 2007, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued SFAS No. 159, The
Fair Value Option for Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities (SFAS 159), which is effective
for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007. SFAS 159 permits entities to choose to measure
many financial instruments and certain other items at fair value. The objective is to improve
financial reporting by providing entities with the opportunity to mitigate volatility in reported
earnings caused by measuring related assets and liabilities differently without having to apply
complex hedge accounting provisions. The adoption of SFAS 159 did not have a material affect on
our financial statements.
In June 2007, the FASB ratified EITF 06-11, Accounting for the Income Tax Benefits of
Dividends on Share-Based Payment Awards (EITF 06-11). EITF 06-11 provides that tax benefits
associated with dividends on share-based payment awards be recorded as a component of additional
paid-in capital. EITF 06-11 is effective, on a prospective basis, for fiscal years beginning after
December 15, 2007. The adoption of EITF 06-11 did not have a material affect on our financial
statements.
In December 2007, the FASB issued SFAS No. 160, Noncontrolling Interests in Consolidated
Financial Statements an amendment of ARB No. 51 (SFAS 160). SFAS 160 establishes accounting
and reporting
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standards that require (i) noncontrolling interests to be reported as a component of equity,
(ii) changes in a parents ownership interest while the parent retains its controlling interest to
be accounted for as equity transactions, and (iii) any retained noncontrolling equity investment
upon the deconsolidation of a subsidiary to be initially measured at fair value. SFAS 160 is
effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning on or after
December 15, 2008, with early adoption prohibited. We do not expect the adoption of SFAS 160 to
have a material effect on our consolidated financial position or results of operations.
In December 2007, the FASB issued SFAS No. 133 Accounting for Derivative Instruments and
Hedging Activities (SFAS 133), Implementation Issue No. E23, Hedging General: Issues
Involving the Application of the Shortcut Method under Paragraph 68 (Issue E23). Issue E23
amends SFAS 133 to explicitly permit use of the shortcut method for hedging relationships in which
interest rate swaps have nonzero fair value at the inception of the hedging relationship, provided
certain conditions are met. Issue E23 was effective for hedging relationships designated on or
after January 1, 2008. The implementation of this guidance did not have a material impact on our
consolidated financial position and results of operations.
In March 2008, the FASB issued SFAS No. 161, Disclosures About Derivative Instruments and
Hedging Activities an amendment of FASB Statement No. 133 (SFAS 161). SFAS 161 expands
quarterly disclosure requirements in SFAS 133 about an entitys derivative instruments and hedging
activities. SFAS 161 is effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2008. We are
currently assessing the impact of SFAS 161 on our consolidated financial position and results of
operations.
Results of Operations
The following table sets forth, for the three months ended March 31, 2008 and 2007, certain
items derived from the Companys condensed consolidated statements of operations and the
corresponding percentage of total revenue for each item:
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|
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Three months ended March 31, |
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(dollars in thousands) |
|
2008 |
|
|
2007 |
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|
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(Unaudited) |
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Revenue: |
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|
|
|
|
|
|
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|
|
|
|
|
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|
Construction services |
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$ |
33,633 |
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|
|
67.7 |
% |
|
$ |
22,724 |
|
|
|
53.3 |
% |
Construction materials |
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|
15,690 |
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|
|
31.6 |
% |
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|
19,711 |
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|
|
46.2 |
% |
Construction materials testing |
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|
332 |
|
|
|
0.7 |
% |
|
|
214 |
|
|
|
0.5 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total revenue |
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|
49,655 |
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|
|
100.0 |
% |
|
|
42,649 |
|
|
|
100.0 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Gross profit |
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|
3,480 |
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|
|
7.0 |
% |
|
|
3,953 |
|
|
|
9.3 |
% |
General and administrative expenses |
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|
2,500 |
|
|
|
5.0 |
% |
|
|
3,017 |
|
|
|
7.1 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Income from operations |
|
|
979 |
|
|
|
2.0 |
% |
|
|
936 |
|
|
|
2.2 |
% |
Interest income |
|
|
265 |
|
|
|
0.5 |
% |
|
|
369 |
|
|
|
0.9 |
% |
Interest expense |
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|
(35 |
) |
|
|
-0.1 |
% |
|
|
(78 |
) |
|
|
-0.2 |
% |
Other income (expense) |
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(67 |
) |
|
|
-0.1 |
% |
|
|
102 |
|
|
|
0.2 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Income before income taxes and minority
interest in consolidated subsidiary |
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|
1,143 |
|
|
|
2.3 |
% |
|
|
1,329 |
|
|
|
3.1 |
% |
Income tax expense |
|
|
(411 |
) |
|
|
-0.8 |
% |
|
|
(472 |
) |
|
|
-1.1 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Income before minority interest in
consolidated
subsidiary |
|
|
731 |
|
|
|
1.5 |
% |
|
|
857 |
|
|
|
2.0 |
% |
Minority interest in consolidated subsidiary |
|
|
199 |
|
|
|
0.4 |
% |
|
|
(327 |
) |
|
|
-0.8 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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Net income |
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$ |
930 |
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|
|
1.9 |
% |
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$ |
530 |
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|
|
1.2 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Depreciation and amortization |
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$ |
1,831 |
|
|
|
3.7 |
% |
|
$ |
1,644 |
|
|
|
3.9 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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|
Three Months Ended March 31, 2008 compared to Three Months Ended March 31, 2007
Revenue and Backlog. Consolidated revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2008, which we
refer to as interim 2008, was $49.7 million compared to $42.6 million for the three months ended
March 31, 2007, which we refer to as interim 2007. The increase in revenue was primarily the
result of a $10.9 million increase in revenue from the construction services segment, offset by
$4.0 million decrease in revenue from the construction materials segment. The decreased revenue
from the construction materials segment resulted primarily from a 17.5% decrease in the sale of
cubic yards of concrete, which we refer to as units, compounded by a 5.2% decrease in the
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average unit sales price. The construction services segment revenue was impacted by the amount of the
progress schedules of current projects in progress and nature of the contracts contained in the
backlog at the beginning of interim 2008.
Gross Profit. Consolidated gross profit decreased to $3.5 million for interim 2008 from $4.0
million for interim 2007 and consolidated gross margin, as a percent of revenue, decreased to 7.0%
in interim 2008 from 9.3% in interim 2007. Gross profit from the construction services segment
increased to $3.4 million in interim 2008 when compared to $1.9 million in interim 2007 and the
gross profit margin increased to 10.0% in interim 2008 from 8.4% in interim 2007. Gross profit
margins in the construction services segment are affected by a variety of factors including the
quality and accuracy of the original estimate, construction delays and difficulties due to weather
conditions, availability of materials, the timing of work performed by other subcontractors and the
physical and geological condition of the construction site, therefore the gross profit in interim
2008 may not be indicative of the annual gross profit margin. Gross profit from the construction
materials segment decreased to ($.003) million in interim 2008 from $2.1 million in interim 2007
and the gross profit margin decreased to 0% from 10.7% in the respective periods. The decrease
from the construction materials segment in gross profit margin during interim 2008 was primarily
due to the reduction in our volume, sale of cubic yards of concrete and the increased expenses
associated with the expansion efforts we initiated during 2006.
General and Administrative Expenses. General and administrative expenses decreased to $2.5
million for interim 2008 from $3.0 million in interim 2007. General and administrative expenses
decreased due to decreases in compensation costs, public company expenses and consulting fees.
Interest Income, Expense and Other Income (Expense). Interest income and other income
(expense) decreased $.1 million, while interest expense remained flat in interim 2008 compared to
interim 2007. Other income (expense) decreased due to gains on the sale of equipment in interim
2007.
Income Taxes. The income tax provision for interim 2008 was $.4 million compared to an income
tax provision of $.5 million for interim 2007 due to a decrease in pre-tax income in interim 2008
when compared to interim 2007.
Net Income. Net income was $.9 million for interim 2008 as compared to net income of $.5
million for interim 2007. The overall increase in net income was the result of the additive effect
of minority interest on RMIs net losses.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Our primary need for capital will be to maximize our working capital to continually improve
our bonding limits. RMI no longer guarantees any Meadow Valley debt; however, Meadow Valley
Corporation continues to maintain certain guarantees for the benefit of RMI. We expect, but cannot
assure, that eventually there will be no guarantees between the two related companies. As we
expand our businesses we will continue to utilize the availability of capital offered by financial
institutions, in turn increasing our total debt and debt service obligations.
Historically, our largest provider of financing has been Wells Fargo Equipment Financing,
Inc., formerly known as CIT Construction, who we refer to as WFE. We believe our working capital
and our historical sources of capital will be satisfactory to meet our needs for at least one year
from the date of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.
In October 2007, we amended and restated our line of credit agreements with WFE. This
amendment combined a $3.0 million line of credit and an approximately $2.0 million line of credit
into a single $10.0 million line of credit for MVCI. This amendment reduced MVCIs interest rate
from .75% to .25% plus the Chase Manhattan Banks prime rate. This agreement with WFE also provides MVCI a capital expenditure
commitment of $10.0 million. As of March 31, 2008, MVCI had approximately $9.7 million available
on this revolving credit facility and also had approximately $6.6 million available on the capital
expenditure commitment.
We also have an additional credit facility with WFE which provides RMI with a $5.0 million
line of credit, as well as a $15.0 million capital expenditure commitment. As of March 31, 2008,
RMI had approximately $4.5 million available on its revolving credit facility and also had
approximately $7.0 million available on the capital expenditure commitment.
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These WFE credit facilities are collateralized by each of our subsidiarys assets as well as
the Companys guarantee.
The following table sets forth for the three months ended March 31, 2008 and 2007, certain
items from the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows.
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Three Months Ended March 31, |
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2008 |
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2007 |
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(unaudited) |
Cash flows provided by operating
activities |
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$ |
3,044,369 |
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$ |
2,250,790 |
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Cash flows used in investing activities |
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(428,595 |
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(1,672,113 |
) |
Cash flows used in financing activities |
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(1,471,448 |
) |
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(476,831 |
) |
Cash provided by operating activities during interim 2008 of $3.0 million represents a $.8
million increase from the amount provided by operating activities during interim 2007. The change
was primarily due to the increase in cash received from customers, partially offset by increases in
cash paid to our suppliers and our employees.
Cash used in investing activities during interim 2008 of $.4 million represents a $1.2 million
decrease from the amount used in investing activities during interim 2007. The change was
primarily due to the decrease in the purchase of property and equipment.
Cash used in financing activities during interim 2008 of $1.5 million represents a $1.0
million increase from the amount used in financing activities during interim 2007. The change was
primarily due to the decrease in proceeds from notes payable of $1.3 million, offset by a $.3
million decrease in cash used in repayments of notes payable.
Website Access
Our website address is www.meadowvalley.com. On our website we make available, free of
charge, our Annual Report on Form 10-K, our most recent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, current
reports on Form 8-K, Forms 3, 4, and 5 related to beneficial ownership of securities, our code of
ethics and all amendments to those reports as soon as reasonably practicable after such material is
electronically filed with or furnished to the SEC. The information on our website is not
incorporated into, and is not part of, this report.
Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
Market risk generally represents the risk that losses may occur in the values of financial
instruments as a result of movements in interest rates, foreign currency exchange rates and
commodity prices. We do not have foreign currency exchange rate and commodity price market risk.
Interest Rate RiskFrom time to time we temporarily invest our excess cash in
interest-bearing securities issued by high-quality issuers. We monitor risk exposure to monies
invested in securities in our financial institutions. Due to the short time the investments are
outstanding and their general liquidity, these instruments are classified as cash equivalents in
our condensed consolidated balance sheets and do not represent a material interest rate risk. Our
primary market risk exposure for changes in interest rates relates to our long-term debt
obligations. We manage our exposure to changing interest rates principally through the use of a combination of
fixed and floating rate debt.
We evaluated the potential effect that near term changes in interest rates would have had on
the fair value of our interest rate risk sensitive financial instruments at March 31, 2008.
Assuming a 100 basis point increase in the prime interest rate at March 31, 2008, the potential
increase in our debt obligations would have been approximately $8.0 thousand at March 31, 2008. See
Note 3 Notes Payable and Note 4 Lines of Credit in the notes of the accompanying March 31, 2008
condensed consolidated financial statements.
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Item 4T. Controls and Procedures
(a) Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
Our principal executive officer and principal financial officer, based on their evaluation of
our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e))
as of the end of the period covered by this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, have concluded that our
disclosure controls and procedures are effective for ensuring that information required to be
disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submit under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 is
recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the Securities
and Exchange Commissions rules and forms.
(b) Managements Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting
Management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over
financial reporting, as such term is defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f). Our management
conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting based
on the framework in Internal Control Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring
Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Based on this evaluation under the framework in Internal
Control Integrated Framework, our management concluded that our internal control over financial
reporting was effective as of March 31, 2008.
This report does not include an attestation report of the Companys registered public
accounting firm regarding internal control over financial reporting. Managements report was not
subject to attestation by the Companys registered public accounting firm pursuant to temporary
rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission that permit the Company to provide only
managements report in this report.
(c) Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
There were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting that occurred during
our last fiscal quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially
affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
PART II OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1. Legal Proceedings
For information about legal proceedings involving us, see Note 7 Litigation and Claim
Matters to the condensed consolidated financial statements in Part I of this report, which we
incorporate by reference into this Item 1.
Item 1A. Risk Factors
In addition to the other information set forth in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, you
should carefully consider the factors discussed in Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors in our Annual
Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007, which could materially affect our
business, financial condition or future results. The risks described in our Annual Report on Form
10-K are not the only risks we face. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us
or that we currently deem to be immaterial also may materially adversely affect our business, financial condition and/or operating results. There are no material changes to the risk factors
included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2007 during the
three months ended March 31, 2008.
Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
None.
Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities
None.
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Item 4. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
None.
Item 5. Other Information
None.
Item 6. Exhibits
Exhibits:
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Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Rules 13a-14 and 15d-14 of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 |
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31.2 |
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Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Rules 13a-14 and 15d-14 of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 |
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Certification of Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer Pursuant
to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act
of 2002 |
SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the
Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto
duly authorized.
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MEADOW VALLEY CORPORATION
(Registrant)
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By |
/s/ Bradley E. Larson |
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Bradley E. Larson |
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President and Chief Executive Officer |
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May 8, 2008 |
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/s/ David D. Doty
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David D. Doty |
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Chief Financial Officer |
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May 8, 2008 |
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