EDGAR 10-K Filing

Company CIK: 1403475
Filing Year: 2023
Filename: 1403475_10-K_2023_0001403475-23-000015.json

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ITEM 1. BUSINESS
ITEM 1. BUSINESS
Bank of Marin (the “Bank”) was incorporated in August 1989, received its charter from the California Superintendent of Banks (now the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation or "DFPI") and commenced operations in January 1990. The Bank is an insured bank by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”). Bank of Marin Bancorp ("Bancorp") was formed in 2007 and the Bank became its sole subsidiary when each share of Bank common stock was exchanged for one share of Bancorp common stock. Bancorp is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol BMRC. Upon formation of the holding company, Bancorp became subject to regulation under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, as amended, and reporting and examination requirements by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System ("Federal Reserve"). Bancorp files periodic reports and proxy statements with the Securities and Exchange Commission pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.
References in this report to “Bancorp” mean Bank of Marin Bancorp, parent holding company for the Bank. References to “we,” “our,” “us” mean the holding company and the Bank that are consolidated for financial reporting purposes.
Virtually all of our business is conducted through Bancorp's subsidiary, Bank of Marin, which is headquartered in Novato, California. In addition to our headquarters and a regional office in the Greater Sacramento region, we operate 31 retail branches and 8 commercial banking offices across 10 counties - Alameda, Amador, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, Placer, Sacramento, San Francisco, San Mateo and Sonoma - with a strong emphasis on supporting
local communities. Our customer base is comprised of business, not-for-profit and personal banking relationships within our Northern California footprint. Our business banking focus is on small to medium-sized businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and commercial real estate investors.
We offer a suite of business and personal financial products designed to meet the needs of our customers. Our lending categories include commercial real estate loans, commercial and industrial loans (including small business loans), construction financing, consumer loans, and home equity lines of credit. Through third-party vendors, we offer merchant and payroll services, a commercial equipment leasing program and credit cards. Other products and services include payment solutions (e.g., mobile deposit and Zelle®) and treasury management services.
We offer a variety of personal and business checking and savings accounts, and a number of time deposit alternatives, including time certificates of deposit, Individual Retirement Accounts (“IRAs”), Health Savings Accounts ("HSA"), Certificate of Deposit Account Registry Service® ("CDARS"), Insured Cash Sweep® ("ICS"), and Demand Deposit MarketplaceSM ("DDM Sweep") accounts. CDARS, ICS and DDM Sweep accounts are networks through which we offer full FDIC insurance coverage in excess of the regulatory maximum by placing deposits in multiple banks participating in the networks. We also offer deposit options including mobile deposit, remote deposit capture, Automated Clearing House (“ACH”) services, wire transfers, and image lockbox services.
Automated teller machines (“ATM's”) are available at most branch locations. Our ATM network is linked to the PLUS, CIRRUS and NYCE networks, as well as to a network of nation-wide surcharge-free ATM's called MoneyPass®. We also offer our depositors 24-hour access to their accounts by telephone and through digital banking services available to personal and business account holders.
We offer Wealth Management and Trust Services (“WMTS”), which include customized investment portfolio management, financial planning, trust administration, estate settlement and custody services. We also offer 401(k) plan services to small and medium-sized businesses through a third-party vendor.
We make international banking services available to our customers indirectly through other financial institutions with whom we have correspondent banking relationships.
We hold no patents, licenses (other than licenses required by the appropriate banking regulatory agencies), franchises or concessions. The Bank has registered the service marks "The Spirit of Marin," the words “Bank of Marin,” the Bank of Marin logo, and the Bank of Marin tagline, “Committed to your business and our community” with the United States Patent & Trademark Office. In addition, Bancorp has registered the service marks for the words “Bank of Marin Bancorp” and for the Bank of Marin Bancorp logo with the United States Patent & Trademark Office. All service marks registered by Bancorp or the Bank are registered on the United States Patent & Trademark Office Principal Register.
Market Area
Our primary market area encompasses Alameda, Amador, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, Placer, Sacramento, San Francisco, San Mateo and Sonoma counties. Our customer base is primarily made up of business, not-for-profit and personal banking relationships within these market areas. As of December 31, 2022, the majority of our deposits were in Marin, Sacramento and southern Sonoma counties, and approximately 60% of our deposits were from businesses and 40% from consumers.
As discussed in Note 18 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8 of this report, in August 2021, we expanded our presence in Amador, Placer, Sacramento and Sonoma counties through the acquisition of American River Bankshares and its subsidiary American River Bank resulting in the addition of 10 branch offices.
Competition
The banking business in California generally, and in our market area specifically, is highly competitive with respect to attracting both loan and deposit relationships. The increasingly competitive environment is affected by changes in regulation, interest rates, technology and product delivery systems, and consolidation among financial service providers. The banking industry is seeing strong competition for quality loans, with larger banks expanding their activities to attract businesses that are traditionally community bank customers. In all of our 10 counties, we have significant competition from nationwide banks with much larger branch networks and greater financial resources, as
well as credit unions and other local and regional banks. Nationwide banks have the competitive advantages of developing data analytics and artificial intelligence tools and other technological platforms. Large commercial banks also have substantially greater lending limits and the ability to offer certain services, which are not offered directly by us. Other competitors for depositors' funds are money market mutual funds and non-bank financial institutions such as brokerage firms and insurance companies.
We differentiate ourselves from the numerous, and often larger, financial institutions in our primary market area with a business model built on relationship banking, disciplined fundamentals and commitment to the communities we serve. The Bank's experienced professionals deliver innovative and custom financing, with a deep local market knowledge and a personal understanding of each customer's unique needs.
In Marin County, we have the fourth largest market share of total deposits at 11.5%, based upon FDIC deposit market share data as of June 30, 20221 (most recent data available). A significant driver of our franchise value is the growth and stability of our deposits, a low-cost funding source for our loan portfolio.
Human Capital Resources
As of December 31, 2022, we employed 313 full-time equivalent staff. The actual number of employees, including part-time employees, at year-end 2022 included seven executive officers, 145 other corporate officers and 172 staff. None of our employees are presently represented by a union or covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
We offer a competitive total compensation package including a comprehensive benefits program to our employees designed to attract, retain and motivate employees, as well as to align with our performance, including employee ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We regularly compare compensation and benefits with peer companies and market data, making adjustments as needed to ensure compensation stays competitive. We are continually investing in our workforce through employee development, education and training.
We strive to attract, develop, retain and plan for succession of key talent and executives to achieve our strategic objectives. We pride ourselves on creating an open, diverse, and transparent culture that celebrates collaboration and recognizes employees at all levels. We believe that the wide array of perspectives that result from such diversity promotes Legendary Service and business success. We continue to learn and grow, and our current initiatives reflect our ongoing efforts around a more diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace.
In order to develop a workforce that aligns with our corporate values, we regularly sponsor local community events so that our employees can better integrate themselves in and support our communities. We believe that our employees’ well-being and personal and professional development is fostered by our outreach to the communities we serve. Our employees’ desire for active community involvement enables us to sponsor a number of local community events and initiatives, including funding and volunteering for youth mentorship and financial literacy programs to enhance educational opportunities and sponsoring local chambers of commerce and economic development corporations to foster economic vitality.
We recognize that employees who are engaged and committed to their work and workplace contribute meaningfully to our success. On a regular basis, we solicit employee feedback through a confidential, company-wide survey on culture, management, career opportunities, compensation, and benefits. The results of this survey are reviewed and used to update employee programs, initiatives, and communications. We believe that our employee relations are good. We have been recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work” by the North Bay Business Journal.
COVID-19 Pandemic-Related Response
Since the onset of the pandemic and national emergency, we have taken actions to ensure the health and safety of employees and customers. To protect the health of everyone, we have implemented COVID-19 safety protocols and continue to actively monitor federal, state and local guidelines and information related to COVID-19 to ensure the safety of our employees and customers. No employees have been laid off and no employees have had their pay reduced as a result of the pandemic.
1 Source: S&P Global Market Intelligence of New York, New York
SUPERVISION AND REGULATION
Bank holding companies and banks are extensively regulated under both federal and state law. The following discussion summarizes certain significant laws, rules and regulations affecting Bancorp and the Bank.
Bank Holding Company Regulation
Upon formation of the bank holding company on July 1, 2007, we became subject to regulation under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, as amended (“BHCA”) which subjects Bancorp to Federal Reserve reporting and examination requirements. Under the Federal Reserve law and regulations, a bank holding company is required to serve as a source of financial and managerial strength to its subsidiary banks. Under this requirement, Bancorp is expected to commit resources to support the Bank, including at times when Bancorp may not be in a financial position to provide such resources, and it may not be in Bancorp's, or Bancorp's shareholders’ or creditors’, best interests to do so. In addition, any capital loans Bancorp makes to the Bank are subordinate in right of payment to depositors and to certain other indebtedness of the Bank. The BHCA regulates the activities of holding companies including acquisitions, mergers and consolidations and, together with the Gramm-Leach Bliley Act of 1999, the scope of allowable banking activities. Bancorp is also a bank holding company within the meaning of the California Financial Code. As such, Bancorp and its subsidiaries are subject to examination by, and may be required to file reports with, the DFPI.
Bank Regulation
Banking regulations are primarily intended to protect consumers, depositors' funds, federal deposit insurance funds and the banking system as a whole. These regulations affect our lending practices, consumer protections, capital structure, investment practices and dividend policy.
As a state chartered bank, we are subject to regulation, supervision and examination by the DFPI. We are also subject to regulation, supervision and periodic examination by the FDIC. If, as a result of an examination of the Bank, the FDIC or the DFPI should determine that the financial condition, capital resources, asset quality, earnings prospects, management, liquidity, or other aspects of our operations are unsatisfactory, or that we have violated any law or regulation, various remedies are available to those regulators including issuing a “cease and desist” order, monetary penalties, restitution, restricting our growth or removing officers and directors.
The Bank addresses the many state and federal regulations it is subject to through a comprehensive compliance program.
Safety and Soundness Standards (Risk Management)
The federal banking agencies have adopted guidelines that establish operational and managerial standards to promote the safety and soundness of federally insured depository institutions. The guidelines set forth standards for internal controls, information systems, internal audit systems, loan documentation, credit underwriting, interest rate exposure, asset growth, compensation, fees and benefits, asset quality and earnings.
During the past decade, the bank regulatory agencies have increasingly emphasized the importance of sound risk management processes and strong internal controls when evaluating the activities of the financial institutions they supervise. Properly managing risks has been identified as critical to the conduct of safe and sound banking activities and has become even more important as new technologies, product innovation, and the size and speed of financial transactions have changed the nature of banking markets. The agencies have identified a spectrum of risks facing a banking institution including, but not limited to, credit, market, liquidity, operational, legal, and reputational. In particular, recent regulatory pronouncements have focused on operational risk, which arises from the potential that inadequate information systems, operational problems, breaches in internal controls, fraud, or unforeseen catastrophes will result in unexpected losses. New products and services, third-party risk management and cybersecurity are critical sources of operational risk that financial institutions are expected to address in the current environment. The Board of Directors and various sub-committees oversee Bancorp's consolidated enterprise risk management program that ensures the adequacy of policies, procedures, tolerance levels, risk measurement systems, monitoring processes, management information systems and internal controls.
Dividends and Stock Repurchases
Bancorp's ability to pay dividends to its shareholders may be affected by both general corporate law considerations and the policies of the Federal Reserve applicable to bank holding companies. As a California corporation, Bancorp is subject to the limitations of California law, which allows a corporation to distribute cash or property to shareholders, including a dividend or repurchase or redemption of shares, if the corporation meets certain tests based on its performance and financial condition. Bancorp's primary source of cash is dividends received from the Bank. Prior to any distribution from the Bank to Bancorp, we ensure that the dividend computations comply with the provisions of the California Financial Code and regulations set forth by the DFPI and the FDIC. In August 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 was enacted, which among other things, imposed a one percent excise tax on publicly traded U.S. corporations for the fair market value of stock repurchased after December 31, 2022. With certain exceptions, the value of stock repurchased is net of stock issued in the year, including those issued pursuant to share-based compensation programs. Refer to Note 8 to the Consolidated Financial Statements, under the heading “Dividends” in ITEM 8 of this report for more information.
FDIC Insurance Assessments
The FDIC insures our customers' deposits to the maximum amount permitted by law, which is currently $250,000 per depositor, based on the 2010 Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (the “Dodd-Frank Act”).
FDIC insurance coverage is funded by the FDIC's assessment on insured depository institutions like us and FDIC's annual base assessment rates are currently between 1.5 and 40 basis points on the depository institution's quarterly average consolidated total assets minus average tangible equity. Base assessment rates for banks vary depending on whether a depository institution is small or large and highly complex per FDIC's definition. In deriving the base assessment rate, the FDIC applies financial ratios, scorecards, and other financial measures to determine a bank's ability to withstand financial stress.
In October 2022, the FDIC adopted a final rule to increase the initial base deposit insurance assessment rate schedules uniformly by 2 basis points beginning with the first quarterly assessment period of 2023. The increased assessment is expected to improve the likelihood that the deposit insurance fund ("DIF") reserve ratio would reach the statutory minimum of 1.35% by the statutory deadline prescribed under the FDIC's amended restoration plan. The FDIC has indicated that the new assessment rate schedules will remain in effect until the DIF reserve ratio meets or exceeds 2 percent.
Community Reinvestment Act
Congress enacted the Community Reinvestment Act (“CRA”) in 1977 to encourage financial institutions to meet the credit needs of the communities in which they are located. All banks and thrifts have a continuing and affirmative obligation, consistent with safe and sound operations, to help meet the credit needs of their entire communities, including low and moderate income neighborhoods. Regulatory agencies rate each bank's performance in assessing and meeting these credit needs. The Bank is committed to serving the credit needs of the communities in which we do business, and it is our policy to respond to all creditworthy segments of our market. As part of its CRA commitment, the Bank maintains strong philanthropic ties to the community. We invest in affordable housing projects that help economically disadvantaged individuals and residents of low- and moderate-income census tracts, in each case consistent with our long-established prudent underwriting practices. We also donate to, invest in and volunteer with organizations that serve the communities in which we do business, especially low- and moderate-income individuals. These organizations offer educational and health programs to economically disadvantaged students and families, community development services and affordable housing programs. We offer CRA reportable small business, small farm and community development loans within our assessment areas. The CRA requires a depository institution's primary federal regulator, in connection with its examination of the institution, to assess the institution's record in meeting CRA requirements. The regulatory agency's assessment of the institution's record is made available to the public. This record is taken into consideration when the institution establishes a new branch that accepts deposits, relocates an office, applies to merge or consolidate, or expands into other activities. The FDIC assigned a “Satisfactory” rating to Bank of Marin's CRA performance examination based on their most recent examination completed in January 2021, which was performed under the large bank requirements.
In May 2022, the federal banking agencies issued a joint notice of proposed rule to revise the regulations implementing the CRA. The proposed rules, among other things, seek to (i) expand access to credit, investment, and basic banking services in low- and moderate-income communities, (ii) adapt to changes in the banking industry, including internet and mobile banking, (iii) provide greater clarity, consistency, and transparency, (iv) tailor CRA evaluations and data collection to bank size and type, and (v) maintain a unified approach among the bank regulatory agencies. We will continue to evaluate the impact of any changes to the regulations implementing the CRA and their impact to our financial condition, results of operations, and/or liquidity, which cannot be predicted at this time.
Anti-Money-Laundering Regulations
A series of banking laws and regulations beginning with the Bank Secrecy Act in 1970 requires banks to prevent, detect, and report illicit or illegal financial activities to the federal government to prevent money laundering, international drug trafficking, and terrorism. Under the Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism Act of 2001, financial institutions are subject to prohibitions against specified financial transactions and account relationships, requirements regarding the Customer Identification Program, as well as enhanced due diligence and “know your customer” standards in their dealings with high risk customers, foreign financial institutions, and foreign individuals and entities. In 2016, Customer Due Diligence Rules under the Bank Secrecy Act clarified and strengthened customer due diligence requirements. These rules contained explicit customer due diligence requirements, which included a new requirement to identify and verify the identity of beneficial owners of legal entity customers. In 2020, the Anti-Money Laundering Act ("AMLA 2020") became law. Among its many provisions, AMLA 2020 provides for: 1) expanded whistleblower rewards and protections; 2) the establishment of a beneficial ownership registration database that will be implemented by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network ("FinCEN"); and 3) new Bank Secrecy Act violations and enhanced penalties for repeat and egregious violators.
Privacy, Data Protection, and Cybersecurity
The Gramm-Leach Bliley Act (“GLBA”) of 1999 imposes requirements on financial institutions with respect to consumer privacy and the disclosure of non-public personal information about individuals who apply for or obtain a financial product to be used for personal, family or household purposes. The GLBA generally prohibits disclosure of consumer information to most nonaffiliated third parties unless the consumer has been given the opportunity to object and has not objected to such disclosure. Financial institutions are further required to disclose their privacy policies to consumers and the conditions under which an institution may disclose non-public information about a consumer to a nonaffiliated third party. The GLBA also directs federal regulators, including the FDIC, to prescribe standards for the security of consumer information. We are subject to such standards, as well as standards for notifying consumers in the event of a security breach. We must disclose our privacy policy to consumers and permit consumers to "opt out" of having non-public customer information disclosed to third parties. We are required to have an information security program to safeguard the confidentiality and security of customer information and to ensure proper disposal of information that is no longer needed. We notify our customers when unauthorized disclosure involves sensitive customer information that may be misused. Effective January 2020, the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) added required notice about personal information we collect, use, share, and disclose for business purposes. The CCPA provides California residents rights regarding their personal information specifically related to exercising access, data portability and deletion rights. There are also California breach notification and disclosure requirements.
On November 23, 2021, the federal banking agencies issued a final rule requiring banking organizations that experience a computer-security incident to notify their primary Federal regulator of the occurrence of an event that rises to the level of a “notification incident.” Generally, a notification incident occurs when a banking organization has suffered a computer-security incident that has a reasonable likelihood of materially disrupting or degrading the banking organization or its operations. The rule requires an affected banking organization to notify its primary Federal regulator as soon as possible and no later than 36 hours after the banking organization has determined that a notification incident has occurred. The rule also requires bank service providers to notify each affected banking organization if that bank service provider experiences a computer-security incident that has caused, or is reasonably likely to cause, a material service disruption or degradation for four or more hours. The rule became effective on April 1, 2022, with a compliance date of May 1, 2022.
In February 2018, the SEC published interpretive guidance to assist public companies in preparing disclosures about cybersecurity risks and incidents. Additionally, in March 2022, the SEC issued proposed rules that would, among other things, require disclosures of material cybersecurity incidents, along with cybersecurity risk management, strategy and governance.
Consumer Protection Regulations
Our lending activities are subject to a variety of statutes and regulations designed to protect consumers, including the CRA, Home Mortgage Disclosure Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, Fair Lending, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, Flood Disaster Protection Act, eSign Act, Equal Credit Opportunity Act, the Fair Housing Act, Truth-in-Lending Act ("TILA"), the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act ("RESPA"), Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure, and the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act ("SAFE"). Our deposit operations are also subject to laws and regulations that protect consumer rights including Expedited Funds Availability, Truth in Savings Act ("TISA"), and Electronic Funds Transfers. Other regulatory requirements include the Unfair, Deceptive or Abusive Acts and Practices ("UDAAP"), Dodd-Frank Act, Right to Financial Privacy, Telephone Consumer Protection Act and Privacy of Consumer Financial Information. Additional rules govern check writing ability on certain interest earning accounts and prescribe procedures for complying with administrative subpoenas of financial records.
Restriction on Transactions between Bank's Affiliates
Transactions between Bancorp and the Bank are quantitatively and qualitatively restricted under Sections 23A and 23B of the Federal Reserve Act and Federal Reserve Regulation W. Section 23A places restrictions on the Bank's “covered transactions” with Bancorp, including loans and other extensions of credit, investments in the securities of, and purchases of assets from Bancorp. Section 23B requires that certain transactions, including all covered transactions, be on market terms and conditions. Federal Reserve Regulation W combines statutory restrictions on transactions between the Bank and Bancorp with Federal Reserve interpretations in an effort to simplify compliance with Sections 23A and 23B.
Capital Requirements
The Federal Deposit Insurance Act, as amended (“FDIA”), requires federal banking agencies to take prompt corrective action (“PCA”) with respect to depository institutions that do not meet minimum capital requirements. The FDIA includes the following five capital tiers: “well capitalized,” “adequately capitalized,” “undercapitalized,” “significantly undercapitalized,” and “critically undercapitalized.” A depository institution’s capital tier will depend upon how its capital levels compare with various relevant capital measures and certain other factors, as established by regulation. Bancorp's ratios exceed the required minimum ratios for capital adequacy purposes and the Bank meets the definition for "well capitalized." Undercapitalized depository institutions may be subject to significant restrictions. Banks that are categorized as "critically undercapitalized" are subject to dividend and other restrictions.
Effective January 1, 2020, the federal banking agencies' jointly-issued final rule on the community bank leverage ratio ("CBLR") provides for an optional, simplified measure of capital adequacy for qualifying community banking organizations, consistent with Section 201 of the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act (the "Economic Growth Act"). Qualifying community banking organizations are defined as having less than $10 billion in total consolidated assets that meet risk-based qualifying criteria, a CBLR of greater than 9 percent, off-balance sheet exposure of 25 percent or less of total consolidated assets, trading assets and liabilities of 5 percent or less of total consolidated assets, and cannot be an advanced approaches institution. Such a community banking organization would not be subject to other risk-based and leverage capital requirements (including the Basel III and Basel IV requirements) and would be considered to have met the "well capitalized" ratio requirements. The CBLR is determined by dividing a financial institution’s tangible equity capital by its average total consolidated assets. The rule further describes what is included in tangible equity capital and average total consolidated assets. Qualifying banks may opt in and out of the CBLR framework at any time. While we are a qualifying community banking organization, we have not opted into the CBLR framework at this time. See below, for further discussion of the Economic Growth Act.
The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act
The Dodd-Frank Act, a landmark financial reform bill comprised of voluminous new rules and restrictions on bank operations, included provisions aimed at preventing a repeat of the 2008 financial crisis and a new process for winding down failing, systemically important institutions in a manner as close to a controlled bankruptcy as possible. Among other things, the Dodd-Frank Act established new government oversight responsibilities, enhanced capital adequacy requirements for certain institutions, established consumer protection laws and regulations, and placed limitations on certain banking activities.
In an attempt to reduce the regulatory burden on U.S. companies, including financial institutions, in May 2018, the Presidential Administration signed the Economic Growth Act, which repealed or modified certain provisions of the Dodd-Frank Act and eased regulations on all but the largest banks. The Economic Growth Act’s highlights included improving consumer access to mortgage credit, added certain protections for consumers, included veterans and active duty military personnel, expanded credit freezes and created an identity theft protection database.
Notice and Approval Requirements Related to Control
Banking laws impose notice, approval and ongoing regulatory requirements on any shareholder or other party that seeks to acquire direct or indirect "control" of an FDIC-insured depository institution. These laws include the BHCA and the Change in Bank Control Act. Among other things, these laws require regulatory filings by a shareholder or other party that seeks to acquire direct or indirect "control" of an FDIC-insured depository institution or bank holding company. The determination whether an investor "controls" a depository institution is based on all of the facts and circumstances surrounding the investment. As a general matter, a party is deemed to control a depository institution or other company if the party owns or controls 25% or more of any class of voting stock. Subject to rebuttal, a party may be presumed to control a depository institution or other company if the investor owns or controls 10% or more of any class of voting stock. Ownership by family members, affiliated parties, or parties acting in concert, is typically aggregated for these purposes. If a party's ownership of the Company were to exceed certain thresholds, the investor could be deemed to "control" the Company for regulatory purposes. This could subject the investor to regulatory filings or other regulatory consequences.
In addition, except under limited circumstances, bank holding companies are prohibited from acquiring, without prior approval: 1) control of any other bank or bank holding company or all or substantially all the assets thereof; or 2) more than 5% of the voting shares of a bank or bank holding company that is not already a subsidiary.
Incentive Compensation
The Dodd-Frank Act required federal bank regulators and the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") to establish joint regulations or guidelines prohibiting incentive-based payment arrangements that encourage inappropriate risks by providing an executive officer, employee, director or principal stockholder with excessive compensation, fees, or benefits or that could lead to material financial loss to the entity. These regulations apply to institutions having at least $1 billion in total assets. In addition, regulators must establish regulations or guidelines requiring enhanced disclosure to regulators of incentive-based compensation arrangements. The agencies have not finalized regulations proposed in April 2016. If adopted, the proposed regulations could place limits on the manner in which we structure our executive compensation.
The Federal Reserve reviews, as part of the regular, risk-focused examination process, the incentive compensation arrangements of banking organizations. The Federal Reserve tailors its reviews for each organization based on the scope and complexity of the organization’s activities and the prevalence of incentive compensation arrangements. The findings of the supervisory initiatives are included in reports of examination. Deficiencies, if any, are incorporated into the organization’s supervisory ratings, which can affect the organization’s ability to make acquisitions and take other actions. Enforcement actions may be taken against a banking organization if its incentive compensation arrangements, or related risk management control or governance processes, pose a risk to the organization’s safety and soundness and the organization is not taking prompt and effective measures to correct the deficiencies.
In October 2022, the SEC adopted a final rule directing national securities exchanges and associations, including the Nasdaq, to implement listing standards that require public companies to adopt policies mandating the recovery or “clawback” of excess incentive-based compensation earned by a current or former executive officer during the three fiscal years preceding the date the listed company is required to prepare an accounting restatement, including to correct an error that would result in a material misstatement if the error was either corrected or left uncorrected in the current period. The final rule requires us to adopt a clawback policy within 60 days after such listing standard becomes effective and file the policy as an exhibit in our Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Available Information
On our Internet website, www.bankofmarin.com, we post the following filings as soon as reasonably practical after they are filed with or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission: Annual Report to Shareholders, Form 10-K, Proxy Statement for the Annual Meeting of Shareholders, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, current reports on Form 8-K, and any amendments to those reports filed or furnished pursuant to Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934. All such materials on our website are available free of charge. This website address is for information only and is not intended to be an active link, or to incorporate any website information into this document. In addition, copies of our filings are available by requesting them in writing or by phone from:
Corporate Secretary
Bank of Marin Bancorp
504 Redwood Boulevard, Suite 100
Novato, CA 94947
415-763-4523
These materials are also available at the SEC’s internet website (https://www.sec.gov).

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ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS
ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS
We assume and manage a certain degree of risk in order to conduct our business. The material risks and uncertainties that management believes may affect our business are listed below and in ITEM 7A, Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosure about Market Risk. The list is not exhaustive; additional risks and uncertainties that management is not aware of, focused on, or currently deems immaterial may also impair business operations. If any of the following risks, or risks that have not been identified, actually occur, our financial condition, results of operations, and stock trading price could be materially and adversely affected. We manage these risks by promoting sound corporate governance practices, which include but are not limited to, establishing policies and internal controls, and implementing internal review processes. Before making an investment decision, investors should carefully consider the risks, together with all of the other information included or incorporated by reference in this Annual Report on Form 10-K and our other filings with the SEC. This report is qualified in its entirety by these risk factors.
Strategic, Financial, and Reputational Risks
Growth Strategy or Potential Mergers and Acquisitions May Produce Unfavorable Outcomes
We seek to expand our franchise safely and consistently. A successful growth strategy requires us to manage multiple aspects of the business simultaneously, such as following adequate loan underwriting standards, balancing loan and deposit growth without compressing our net interest margin, managing interest rate risk, maintaining sufficient capital, and recruiting, training and retaining qualified professionals. Our strategic plan also includes merger and acquisition opportunities that either enhance our market presence or have potential for improved profitability through financial management, economies of scale or expanded services. We may incur significant acquisition related expenses either during the due diligence phase of acquisition targets or during integration of the acquirees. These expenses have and may continue to negatively impact our earnings prior to realizing the benefits of acquisitions. We may also be exposed to difficulties in combining the operations of acquired institutions into our own operations, which may prevent us from achieving the expected benefits from our acquisition activities. Our earnings, financial condition and prospects after the merger may affect our stock price and will depend in part on our ability to integrate the operations and management of the acquired institution while continuing to implement other aspects of our business plan. Inherent uncertainties exist in integrating the operations of an acquired
institution and there is no assurance that we will be able to do so successfully. Among the issues that we could face are:
•unexpected problems with operations, personnel, technology or credit;
•loss of customers and employees of the acquiree;
•difficulty in working with the acquiree's employees and customers;
•the assimilation and integration of the acquiree's operations, culture and personnel;
•instituting and maintaining uniform standards, controls, procedures and policies; and
•litigation risk or obligations not discovered during due diligence.
Undiscovered factors as a result of an acquisition could bring liabilities against us, our management and the management of the institutions we acquire. These factors could contribute to our not achieving the expected benefits from our acquisitions within desired time frames, if at all. Further, although we generally anticipate cost savings from acquisitions, we may not be able to fully realize those savings. Any cost savings may be offset by losses in revenues or other charges to earnings.
Competition with Other Financial Institutions to Attract and Retain Banking Customers
We are facing significant competition for customers from other banks and financial institutions located in the markets that we serve. We compete with commercial banks, savings institutions, credit unions, non-bank financial services companies, including financial technology firms, and other financial institutions operating within or near our service areas. Some of our non-bank competitors and peer-to-peer lenders may not be subject to the same extensive regulations as we are, giving them greater flexibility in competing for business. We anticipate intense competition will continue for the coming year due to the consolidation of many financial institutions and more changes in legislation, regulation and technology. National and regional banks much larger than our size have entered our market through acquisitions and they may be able to benefit from economies of scale through their wider branch networks, more prominent national advertising campaigns, lower cost of borrowing, capital market access and sophisticated technology infrastructures. Further, intense competition for creditworthy borrowers could lead to pressure for loan rate concessions and affect our ability to generate profitable loans.
Going forward, we may see continued competition in the industry as competitors seek to expand market share in our core markets. Further, our customers may withdraw deposits to pursue alternative investment opportunities in the equity market. Technology and other changes have made it more convenient for bank customers to transfer funds into alternative investments or other deposit platforms such as online virtual banks and non-bank service providers. Efforts and initiatives we may undertake to retain and increase deposits, including deposit pricing, can increase our costs. Based on our current strong liquidity position, our adjustment to deposit pricing has lagged the market in a rising interest rate environment. If our customers move money into higher yielding deposits or alternative investments, we may lose a relatively inexpensive source of funds, thus increasing our funding costs through more expensive wholesale funding sources, such as federal funds or FHLB borrowings.
Financial Challenges at Other Banking Institutions Could Lead to Depositor Concerns That Spread Within the Banking Industry Causing Disruptive Deposit Outflows and Other Destabilizing Results That Could Adversely Affect Our Liquidity, Business, Financial Condition and Results of Operations
In March 2023, certain specialized banking institutions with elevated concentrations of uninsured deposits experienced large deposit outflows, resulting in the institutions being placed into FDIC receiverships. In the aftermath, there has been substantial market disruption and indications that deposit outflows and other destabilizing results could spread within the banking industry. We maintain a well-diversified deposit base, with an estimated 44% of our deposits as of December 31, 2022 in excess of FDIC insurance limits. Such uninsured deposits were fully covered by the Bank's contingent liquidity at that time. Excluding zero balance accounts, the approximate average size of our consumer deposit accounts was less than $43 thousand, and the average size of our business deposit accounts was less than $139 thousand as of December 31, 2022. Although we maintain strong liquidity for the normal operations of the Bank, model various stress scenarios, and maintain significant contingent liquidity sources, general depositor concerns given the recent high profile bank closures could lead to deposit outflows from our Bank. Significant deposit outflows could negatively affect our ability to originate loans, invest in securities, and distribute dividends to our shareholders. In addition, such a lack of liquidity could result in the sale of securities in an unrealized loss position and/or alter our ability to hold our held-to-maturity securities to their maturity dates. All of
these factors could have a material adverse impact on our liquidity, business, financial condition and results of operations.
We May Not Be Able to Attract and Retain Key Employees
Our success depends in large part on our ability to attract qualified personnel and to retain key employees, as well as the prompt replacement of retiring executives. The loss of key personnel and/or our inability to secure qualified candidates to replace retiring executives could have an unfavorable effect on our business due to the required skills and knowledge of our market and years of industry experience.
Bancorp Relies on Dividends from the Bank to Pay Cash Dividends to its Shareholders as Well as to Meet Other Financial Obligations
Bancorp is a separate legal entity from its subsidiary, the Bank. Bancorp receives substantially its entire cash stream from the Bank in the form of dividends, which is Bancorp's principal source of funds to pay cash dividends to Bancorp's common shareholders, repurchase shares, and cover operational expenses of the holding company. Various federal and state laws and regulations limit the amount of dividends that the Bank may pay to Bancorp. In the event that the Bank is unable to pay dividends to Bancorp, Bancorp may not be able to pay dividends to its shareholders. As a result, it could have an adverse effect on Bancorp's stock price and investment value.
Federal law would prohibit capital distributions from the Bank, with limited exceptions, if the Bank were categorized as "undercapitalized" under applicable Federal Reserve or FDIC regulations. In addition, as a California bank, Bank of Marin is subject to state law restrictions on the payment of dividends. For further information on the distribution limit from the Bank to Bancorp, see the section captioned “Bank Regulation” in ITEM 1 above and “Dividends” in Note 8 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8 of this report.
The Value of Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets May Decline in the Future
As of December 31, 2022, we had goodwill totaling $72.8 million and a core deposit intangible asset totaling $5.1 million from business acquisitions. A significant decline in expected future cash flows, a significant adverse change in the business climate, or a significant and sustained decline in the price of our common stock could necessitate taking charges in the future related to the impairment of goodwill or other intangible assets. If we were to conclude that a future write-down of goodwill or other intangible assets is necessary, we would record the appropriate charge, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
We May Take Tax Filing Positions or Follow Tax Strategies That May Be Subject to Challenge
We provide for current and deferred tax provision in our consolidated financial statements based on our results of operations, business activities and business combinations, legal structure and federal and state legislation and regulations. We may take filing positions or follow tax strategies that are subject to interpretation of tax statutes. Our net income may be reduced if a federal, state or local authority were to assess charges for taxes that have not been provided for in our consolidated financial statements. Taxing authorities could change applicable tax laws and interpretations, challenge filing positions, or assess new taxes and interest charges. If taxing authorities take any of these actions, our business, results of operations or financial condition could be significantly affected.
Market, Interest Rate, and Liquidity Risks
A Lack of Liquidity could Adversely Affect our Operations and Jeopardize our Business, Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Liquidity is essential to our business. We rely on our ability to generate deposits and effectively manage the repayment and maturity schedules of our loans and investment securities, respectively, to ensure that we have adequate liquidity to fund our operations. An inability to raise funds through deposits, borrowings, securities sales, Federal Home Loan Bank advances, the sale of loans and other sources could have a substantial negative effect on our liquidity. Our most important source of funding consists of deposits. Deposit balances can decrease when customers perceive alternative investments provide a better risk/return trade-off. If customers move money out of
bank deposits and into other investments, then we would lose a relatively low-cost source of funds, increasing our funding costs and reducing our net interest income and net income.
Other primary sources of funds consist of cash flows from operations, investment maturities and sales, loan repayments, and proceeds from the issuance and sale of any equity and debt securities to investors. Additional liquidity is provided by the ability to borrow from the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco and the Federal Home Loan Bank and our ability to raise brokered deposits. We also may borrow funds from third-party lenders, such as other financial institutions. Our access to funding sources in amounts adequate to finance or capitalize our activities, or on terms that are acceptable to us, could be impaired by factors that affect us directly or the bank or non-bank financial services industries or the economy in general, such as disruptions in the financial markets or negative views and expectations about the prospects for the bank or non-bank financial services industries.
Based on experience, we believe that our deposit accounts are relatively stable sources of funds. If we increase interest rates paid to retain deposits, our earnings may be adversely affected, which could have an adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Significant declines in available funding could adversely affect our ability to originate loans, invest in securities, pay our expenses, distribute dividends to our shareholders, and fulfill our debt obligations or deposit withdrawal demands. In addition, a lack of liquidity could result in the sale of securities in an unrealized loss position and/or alter our ability to hold our held-to-maturity securities to their maturity dates. All of these factors could have a material adverse impact on our liquidity, business, financial condition and results of operations.
Earnings are Significantly Influenced by General Business and Economic Conditions
Our success depends, to a certain extent, on local, national and global economic and political conditions. Unlike larger national or other regional banks that are more geographically diversified, we provide banking and financial services to customers primarily in Northern California with particular focus on the local markets in the San Francisco Bay and Greater Sacramento regions. The local economic conditions in these areas have a significant impact on the demand for our products and services as well as the ability of our customers to repay loans, the value of the collateral securing loans and the stability of our deposits as our primary funding source. Economic pressure on consumers and uncertainty regarding the economy and local business climate may result in changes in consumer and business spending, borrowing and saving habits, which may affect the demand for loans and other products and services we offer. Further, loan defaults that adversely affect our earnings correlate highly with deteriorating economic conditions (such as the California unemployment rate and California gross domestic product), which impact our borrowers' creditworthiness. In addition, health epidemics or pandemics (or expectations about them) such as the novel coronavirus (aka "COVID-19"), international trade disputes, inflation risks, oil price volatility, the level of U.S. debt and global economic conditions could destabilize financial markets in which we operate. Lastly, actions of the Federal Open Market Committee ("FOMC") of the Federal Reserve could cause financial market volatility, which will affect the pricing of our loan and deposit products.
Interest Rate Risk is Inherent in Our Business
Our earnings are largely dependent upon our net interest income, which is the difference between interest income earned on interest-earning assets, such as loans and securities, and interest expense paid on interest-bearing liabilities, such as deposits and borrowed funds. Interest rates are sensitive to many factors outside of our control, including general economic conditions and the policies of various governmental and regulatory agencies and, in particular, the FOMC, which regulates the supply of money and credit in the United States. Changes in monetary policy, including changes in interest rates, can influence not only the interest we receive on loans and securities and interest we pay on deposits and borrowings, but can also affect (i) our ability to originate loans and obtain deposits, (ii) the duration of our securities and loan portfolios, and (iii) the fair value of our financial assets and liabilities. Our portfolio of loans and securities will generally decline in value if market interest rates increase, and increase in value if market interest rates decline. Decreases in the market value of investment securities available for sale negatively impact the Bank's tangible equity through accumulated other comprehensive losses. In addition, our loans and callable mortgage-backed securities are also subject to prepayment risk when interest rates fall, and the borrowers' credit risk may increase in rising rate or recessionary environments. Factors such as inflation, productivity, oil prices, unemployment rates, and global demand play a role in the FOMC's consideration of future rate adjustments.
In response to the evolving risks to economic activity caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the FOMC made two emergency federal funds rate cuts totaling 150 basis points in March 2020. The federal funds rate range remained between 0.0% and 0.25% through the beginning of 2022, putting downward pressure on our asset yields and net interest margin. Beginning in March 2022, the FOMC began successive increases to the federal funds rate due to the evolving inflation risks, international political unrest, and oil and other supply chain disruptions. As a result of five rate adjustments during 2022 and one rate increase so far in 2023, the federal funds target rate range increased to a range of 4.50% to 4.75%. Additional rate increases are anticipated in 2023, as Federal Reserve policymakers continue to monitor inflation and economic developments.
See the Net Interest Income section of Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in ITEM 7 and Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk in ITEM 7A of this report for further discussion related to interest rate sensitivity and our management of interest rate risk.
Activities of Our Large Borrowers and Depositors May Cause Unexpected Volatilities in Our Loan and Deposit Balances, as well as Net Interest Margin
Loans originated at higher interest rates may be paid off and replaced by new loans with lower interest rates, causing downward pressure on our net interest margin. In addition, our top ten depositor relationships accounted for approximately 8% and 11% of our total deposit balances at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. The business models and cash cycles of some of our large commercial depositors may also cause short-term volatility in their deposit balances held with us. As our customers' businesses grow, the dollar value of their daily activities may also grow leading to larger fluctuations in daily balances. Any long-term decline in deposit funding would adversely affect our liquidity. For additional information on our management of deposit volatility, refer to the Liquidity section of ITEM 7, Management's Discussion and Analysis, of this report.
Unexpected Early Termination of Interest Rate Swap Agreements May Affect Earnings
We have entered into interest-rate swap agreements, primarily as an asset/liability risk management tool, in order to mitigate the interest rate risk that causes fluctuations in the fair value of specified long-term fixed-rate loans or firm commitments to originate long-term fixed rate loans. In the event of default by the borrowers on our hedged loans, we may have to terminate these designated interest-rate swap agreements early, resulting in market value losses that could negatively affect our earnings.
The Trading Volume of Bancorp's Common Stock May Be Less than That of Other, Larger Financial Services Companies
Our common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market exchange. Our trading volume is less than that of nationwide or larger regional financial institutions. A public trading market having the desired characteristics of depth, liquidity and orderliness depends on the presence of willing buyers and sellers of common stock at any given time. This presence depends on the individual decisions of investors and general economic and market conditions over which we have no control. Given the low trading volume of our common stock, significant trades of our stock in a given time, or the expectations of these trades, could cause volatility in the stock price.
We are Subject to Uncertainty from the Transition of London Interbank Offered Rate ('LIBOR") as a Reference Rate
LIBOR has been one of the most widely used global interest rate benchmark deeply embedded in global financial products. The long-term viability of LIBOR has been undermined due to cases of rate manipulation, low volumes for underlying interbank transactions and the reluctance of panel banks to submit quotes used to calculate LIBOR. As a result, the Financial Conduct Authority of the United Kingdom (the “FCA”) announced that the most commonly used LIBOR rates will cease to be published or cease to be representative after June 30, 2023. The publication of all other LIBOR settings ceased to be published as of December 31, 2021. The Alternative Reference Rates Committee (“ARRC”), a steering committee comprised of U.S. financial market participants selected by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, published recommended fall-back language for LIBOR-linked financial instruments and recommended alternatives for certain LIBOR rates (e.g., Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”), a broad measure of the cost of overnight borrowings collateralized by Treasury securities, for USD LIBOR).
As of December 31, 2022, we had twenty-six investment securities with book values totaling $30.0 million, seven loans totaling $12.8 million, and four interest rate swap contracts with notional values of $12.0 million indexed to LIBOR. Almost all of our LIBOR-indexed investment securities were issued by GSEs who are members of ARRC and have transition strategies and timelines for their legacy LIBOR-indexed investment products, including fall-back rates tied to 30-day average SOFR or Term SOFR. We discontinued originating or purchasing LIBOR-based loans and investment securities effective December 31, 2021. Loans currently indexed to LIBOR either have contractual fall-back rates or will be negotiated using replacement indices such as SOFR or Bloomberg Short-Term Bank Yield Index ("BSBY"), a benchmark developed by Bloomberg Professional Services. In addition, our interest rate swap agreements can either be subject to the fall-back index rate stipulated by the ISDA protocol or modified to other reference rates such as Prime or SOFR as mutually agreed by us and our counterparty.
While management has identified financial instruments indexed to LIBOR and evaluated contracts and index alternatives, we cannot predict any favorable or unfavorable effects the chosen alternative index may have on financial instruments that are currently indexed to LIBOR after its termination date.
Credit Risks
We are Subject to Significant Credit Risk and Loan Losses May Exceed Our Allowance for Credit Losses in the Future
The operation of our business requires us to manage credit risk. As a lender, we are exposed to the risk that our borrowers will be unable to repay their loans according to their terms, and that the collateral securing repayment of their loans, if any, may not be sufficient to ensure repayment. In addition, there are risks inherent in making any loan, including risks with respect to the period of time over which the loan may be repaid, risks relating to proper loan underwriting, risks resulting from changes in economic and industry conditions and risks inherent in dealing with individual borrowers. In order to successfully manage credit risk, we must, among other things, maintain disciplined and prudent underwriting standards and ensure that our bankers follow those standards. The weakening of these standards for any reason, such as an attempt to attract higher yielding loans, a lack of discipline or diligence by our employees in underwriting and monitoring loans, the inability of our employees to adequately adapt policies and procedures to changes in economic or any other conditions affecting borrowers and the quality of our loan portfolio, may result in loan defaults, foreclosures and additional charge-offs and may necessitate that we significantly increase our allowance for credit losses on loans, each of which could adversely affect our net income. As a result, any inability to successfully manage credit risk could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition or results of operations.
We maintain allowances for credit losses on loans and unfunded loan commitments that represent management's best estimate of expected credit losses over the contractual lives of our loans under the current expected credit loss method. The level of the allowance reflects management's continuous evaluation of specific credit risks, loan loss experience, current loan portfolio quality and present and forecasted economic, political and regulatory conditions. The determination of the appropriate level of the allowances inherently involves a high degree of subjectivity and requires us to make significant estimates of current credit risks and trends and future economic forecasts, all of which may undergo material changes. Inaccurate assumptions in appraisals or an inappropriate choice of the valuation techniques may lead to an inadequate level of specific reserve or charge-offs.
The Small to Medium-sized Businesses that we Lend to may have Fewer Resources to Weather Adverse Economic and Other Developments, which may Impair a Borrower's Ability to Repay a Loan
We focus our business development and marketing strategy primarily on small to medium-sized businesses. Small to medium-sized businesses frequently have smaller market shares than their competition, may be more vulnerable to economic downturns, often need substantial additional capital to expand or compete and may experience substantial volatility in operating results, any of which may impair a borrower's ability to repay a loan. In addition, the success of a small and medium-sized business often depends on the management talents and efforts of one or two people or a small group of people, and the death, disability or resignation of one or more of these people could adversely affect the business and its ability to repay its loan. If general economic conditions negatively affect the California markets in which we operate and small to medium-sized businesses are adversely affected or our borrowers are otherwise affected by adverse business developments, our business, financial condition and results of operations may be negatively affected.
Negative Conditions Affecting Real Estate May Harm Our Business and Our Commercial Real Estate Concentration May Heighten Such Risk
Concentration of our lending activities in the California real estate sector could negatively affect our results of operations if adverse changes in our lending area occur. We do not offer traditional first mortgages, nor do we have sub-prime or Alt-A residential loans or significant amounts of securities backed by such loans in the portfolios. As of December 31, 2022, approximately 90% of our loans had real estate as a primary or secondary component of collateral, with CRE comprising 77% and residential real estate the remaining 23%. Real estate valuations are influenced by demand, and demand is driven by economic factors such as employment rates and interest rates.
Loans secured by CRE include those secured by office buildings, owner-user office/warehouses, mixed-use commercial and retail properties. There can be no assurance that properties securing our loans will generate sufficient cash flows to allow borrowers to make full and timely loan payments to us. In recent years, commercial real estate markets have been particularly impacted by the economic disruption resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Some pandemic-driven activity, such as shifts from in-person to online shopping and from office-based to remote work could affect long-term performance of some types of properties.
Rising CRE lending concentrations may expose institutions to unanticipated earnings and capital volatility in the event of adverse changes in the CRE market. Concentration risk exists when financial institutions deploy too many assets to any one industry or segment. Concentration stemming from commercial real estate is one area of regulatory concern. The CRE Concentration Guidance provides supervisory criteria, including the following numerical indicators, to assist bank examiners in identifying banks with potentially significant commercial real estate loan concentrations that may warrant greater supervisory scrutiny: (i) commercial real estate loans exceeding 300% of capital and increasing 50% or more in the preceding three years; or (ii) construction and land development loans exceeding 100% of capital. The CRE Concentration Guidance does not limit banks’ levels of commercial real estate lending activities, but rather guides institutions in developing risk management practices and levels of capital that are commensurate with the level and nature of their commercial real estate concentrations. As of December 31, 2022 and 2021, using regulatory definitions in the CRE Concentration Guidance, our CRE loans represented 307% and 332%, respectively, of our total risk-based capital. We are actively working to manage our CRE concentration and we have discussed the CRE Concentration Guidance with the regulatory agencies and believe that our underwriting policies, management information systems, independent credit administration process, and monitoring of real estate loan concentrations are currently sufficient to address the CRE Concentration Guidance.
Accounting Estimates and Risk Management Processes Rely on Analytical and Forecasting Models
The processes we use to estimate expected credit losses on loans and investment securities, and to measure the fair value of financial instruments, as well as the processes used to estimate the effects of changing interest rates and other market measures on our financial condition and results of operations, depends upon the use of analytical and forecasting models. These models reflect assumptions that may not be accurate, particularly in times of market volatility or other unforeseen circumstances. Even if these assumptions are adequate, the models may prove to be inadequate or inaccurate because of other flaws in their design or their implementation. If the models we use for interest rate risk and asset-liability management are inadequate, we may incur increased or unexpected losses upon changes in market interest rates or other market factors. If the models we use for determining our expected credit losses on loans and investment securities are inadequate, the allowance for credit losses may not be sufficient to support future charge-offs. If the models we use to measure the fair value of financial instruments are inadequate, the fair value of such financial instruments may fluctuate unexpectedly or may not accurately reflect what we could realize upon sale or settlement of such financial instruments. Any such failure in our analytical or forecasting models could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Investment Securities May Lose Value due to Credit Quality of the Issuers
We invest in significant portions of debt securities issued by government-sponsored enterprises ("GSE"), such as Federal Home Loan Bank ("FHLB"), Federal National Mortgage Association (“FNMA”), and Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation ("FHLMC"). We also hold mortgage-backed securities (“MBS”) issued by FNMA and FHLMC, both of which have been under U.S. government conservatorship since 2008. While we consider FNMA and FHLMC securities to have low credit risk as they carry the explicit backing of the U.S. government due to the conservatorship, they are not direct obligations of the U.S. government. The fair value of our securities issued or
guaranteed by these two GSE entities may be negatively impacted if the U.S. government ceases to provide support to the conservatorship or phases out its current practice of purchasing treasury and agency mortgage-backed securities. GSE debt is sponsored but not guaranteed by the federal government and carries implicit backing, whereas government agencies such as Government National Mortgage Association ("GNMA") are divisions of the government whose securities are backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government.
Although Congress has taken steps to improve regulation and consumer protection related to the housing finance system (e.g., Dodd-Frank Act), FNMA and FHLMC have entered their 15th year of U.S. government conservatorship via the Federal Housing Finance Agency (the "FHFA"). While proposals to end the conservatorship have considered solutions such as an initial public offering, at the date of this report, its future and ultimate impact on the financial markets and our investments in GSEs are uncertain.
While we generally seek to minimize our exposure by strategically diversifying our credit exposure to obligations of issuers in various geographic locations throughout California and the U.S., investing in investment grade securities and actively monitoring the credit worthiness of the issuers and/or credit guarantee providers, there is no guarantee that the issuers will remain financially sound or continue their payments on these debentures.
Operational and Other Risks
Risks Associated with Cybersecurity Could Negatively Affect Our Earnings and Reputation
Our business requires the secure management of sensitive client and bank information. We work diligently to implement security measures that intend to make our communications and information systems safe to conduct business. Cyber threats such as social engineering, ransomware, and phishing emails are more prevalent now than ever before. These incidents include intentional and unintentional events that may present threats designed to disrupt operations, corrupt data, release sensitive information or cause denial-of-service attacks. A cybersecurity breach of systems operated by the Bank, merchants, vendors, customers, or externally publicized breaches of other financial institutions may significantly harm our reputation, result in a loss of customer business, subject us to regulatory scrutiny, or expose us to civil litigation and financial liability. While we have systems and procedures designed to prevent security breaches, we cannot be certain that advances in criminal capabilities, physical system or network break-ins or inappropriate access will not compromise or breach the technology protecting our networks or proprietary client information. If a material security breach were to occur, the Bank has policies and procedures in place to ensure timely disclosure.
The Financial Services Industry is Undergoing Rapid Technological Changes and, As a Result, We Have a Continuing Need to Stay Current with Those Changes to Compete Effectively and Increase Our Efficiencies. We May Not Have the Resources to Implement New Technology to Stay Current with These Changes
The financial services industry is undergoing technological changes with frequent introductions of new technology-driven products and services. In addition to providing better client service, the effective use of technology increases efficiency and reduces operational costs. Our future success will depend in part upon our ability to use technology to provide products and services that will satisfy client demands securely and cost-effectively. In connection with implementing new technology enhancements and/or products, we may experience operational challenges (e.g. human error, system error, incompatibility) which could result in us not fully realizing the anticipated benefits from such new technology or require us to incur significant costs to remedy any such challenges in a timely manner.
Climate change and related legislative and regulatory initiatives may materially affect the Company’s business and results of operations.
Concerns over the long-term impacts of climate change have led to governmental efforts around the world to mitigate those impacts. As a result, political and social attention to the issue of climate change has increased. The U.S. government, state legislatures and federal and state regulatory agencies are likely to continue to propose and advance numerous legislative and regulatory initiatives seeking to mitigate the effects of climate change. These initiatives and increasing supervisory expectations may require the Company to expend significant capital and incur compliance, operating, maintenance and remediation costs. In addition, given the lack of empirical data on the credit and other financial risks posed by climate change, it is impossible to predict how climate change may impact our financial condition and operations. As a banking organization, the physical effects of climate change may present certain unique risks. For example, our primary market is located in both earthquake and wildfire-prone
zones in Northern California, which is also subject to other weather or disasters, such as severe rainstorms, drought or flood. These events have interrupted our business operations unexpectedly (e.g., PG&E power shutoffs in the North Bay and Sacramento Region) at times. Climate-related physical changes and hazards could also pose credit risks for us. For example, our borrowers may have collateral properties or operations located in areas at risk of wildfires, or coastal areas at risk to rising sea levels and erosion, or subject to the risk of drought in California. The properties pledged as collateral on our loan portfolio could also be damaged by tsunamis, landslides, floods, earthquakes or wildfires and thereby the recoverability of loans could be impaired. A number of factors can affect credit losses, including the extent of damage to the collateral, the extent of damage not covered by insurance, the extent to which unemployment and other economic conditions caused by the natural disaster adversely affect the ability of borrowers to repay their loans, and the cost of collection and foreclosure to us. Additionally, there could be increased insurance premiums and deductibles, or a decrease in the availability of coverage, due to severe weather-related losses. The ultimate outcome on our business of a natural disaster, whether or not caused by climate change, is difficult to predict but could have a material adverse effect on financial condition, results of operations or profitability.
We Rely on Third-Party Vendors for Important Aspects of Our Operation
We depend on the accuracy and completeness of information and systems provided by certain key vendors, including but not limited to data processing, payroll processing, technology support, investment safekeeping and accounting. For example, we outsource core processing to Fidelity Information Services ("FIS") and wire processing to Finastra, which are leading financial services solution providers that allow us access to competitive technology offerings without having to invest in their development. Our ability to operate, as well as our financial condition and results of operations, could be negatively affected in the event of an interruption of an information system, an undetected error, a cyber-breach, or in the event of a natural disaster whereby certain vendors are unable to maintain business continuity.
Regulatory and Compliance Risks
Banks and Bank Holding Companies are Subject to Extensive Government Regulation and Supervision
Bancorp and the Bank are subject to extensive federal and state governmental supervision, regulation and control. Holding company regulations affect the range of activities in which Bancorp is engaged. Banking regulations affect the Bank's lending practices, capital structure, investment practices, dividend policy, and compliance costs among other things. Compliance risk is the current and prospective risk to earnings or capital arising from violations of, or non-conformance with, laws, rules, regulations, prescribed practices, internal policies and procedures, or ethical standards set forth by regulators. Compliance risk also arises in situations where the laws or rules governing certain bank products or activities of our clients may be ambiguous or untested. This risk exposes Bancorp and the Bank to potential fines, civil money penalties, payment of damages and the voiding of contracts. Compliance risk can lead to diminished reputation, reduced franchise value, limited business opportunities, reduced expansion potential and an inability to enforce contracts. The Bank manages these risks through its extensive compliance plan, policies and procedures. For further information on supervision and regulation, see the section captioned “SUPERVISION AND REGULATION” in ITEM 1 of this report.

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ITEM 1B. UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS
ITEM 1B. UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS
None

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ITEM 2. PROPERTIES
ITEM 2. PROPERTIES
We lease our corporate headquarters building in Novato, California, which houses loan production, operations, Wealth Management and Trust Services and administration. We lease branch and office facilities within our primary market areas in the cities of Corte Madera, San Rafael, Novato, Sausalito, Mill Valley, Tiburon, Greenbrae, Petaluma, Santa Rosa, Healdsburg, Sonoma, Napa, San Francisco, Alameda, Oakland, Walnut Creek, San Mateo, Gold River, Jackson, Pioneer, Roseville, and Sacramento. For additional information on properties, refer to Note 4, Bank Premises and Equipment, and Note 12, Commitments and Contingencies, in ITEM 8 of this report.

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ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
For information on litigation matters, see Note 12, Commitments and Contingencies, in ITEM 8 of this report.

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ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURE
ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES
Not applicable.
PART II

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ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
Market Information and Holders
Bancorp's common stock trades on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol BMRC. At February 28, 2023, 16,056,334 shares of Bancorp's common stock, no par value, were outstanding and held by approximately 7,150 holders of record and beneficial owners.
Five-Year Stock Price Performance Graph
The following graph, compiled by S&P Global Market Intelligence of New York, New York, shows a comparison of cumulative total shareholder return on our common stock during the five fiscal years ended December 31, 2022 compared to the Russell 2000 Stock index and the S&P Regional Banks Select Industry Index. The comparison assumes the investment of $100 in our common stock on December 31, 2017 and the reinvestment of all dividends. The graph represents past performance and does not indicate future performance. In addition, total return performance results vary depending on the length of the performance period.
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022
Bank of Marin Bancorp (BMRC) 100.00 123.25 137.19 107.42 119.51 108.62
Russell 2000 Index 100.00 88.99 111.70 134.00 153.85 122.41
S&P Regional Banks Select Industry Index 1
100.00 81.23 103.68 96.33 134.76 114.88
Source: S&P Global Market Intelligence
1 The index comprises stocks in the S&P Total Market Index that are classified in the Global Industry Classification Standard regional banks sub-industry.
Securities Authorized for Issuance under Equity Compensation Plans
The following table summarizes information as of December 31, 2022, with respect to equity compensation plans.
Shares to be issued upon exercise of outstanding options1
Weighted average exercise price of outstanding options Shares remaining available for future issuance 2
Equity compensation plans approved by shareholders 287,228 $ 32.81 1,047,491
1 Represents shares of common stock issuable upon exercise of outstanding options under the Bank of Marin Bancorp 2017 Equity Plan and 2007 Equity Plan.
2 Represents remaining shares of common stock available for future grants under the 2017 Equity Plan and the 2020 Director Stock Plan, excluding 287,228 shares to be issued upon exercise of outstanding options and 375,450 shares available to be issued under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Purchases of Equity Securities by the Issuer and Affiliated Purchasers
On July 16, 2021, Bancorp Board of Directors approved a share repurchase program under which Bancorp could repurchase up to $25.0 million of its outstanding common stock through July 31, 2023. On October 22, 2021, Bancorp's Board of Directors approved an amendment to the current share repurchase program, which increased the total authorization from $25.0 million to $57.0 million and left the expiration date unchanged.
In January 2022, the last activity under the program, Bancorp repurchased 23,275 shares at an average price of $37.64 per share for a total cost of $877 thousand. Cumulative repurchases under the current program totaled 618,991 shares at an average price of $36.04 per share. A total of $34.7 million remained available to repurchase under the program as of December 31, 2022.

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ITEM 6. SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA
ITEM 6. [RESERVED]

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ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
The following discussion of financial condition as of December 31, 2022 and 2021 and results of operations for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2022 should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and related notes thereto, included in Part II ITEM 8 of this report.
Forward-Looking Statements
The disclosures set forth in this item are qualified by important factors detailed in Part I captioned Forward-Looking Statements and ITEM 1A captioned Risk Factors of this report and other cautionary statements set forth elsewhere in the report.
Critical Accounting Estimates
Critical accounting estimates are those estimates made in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles that involve a significant level of estimation and uncertainty and have had or are reasonably likely to have a material impact on our financial condition and results of operations. We consider accounting estimates to be critical to our financial results if (i) the accounting estimate requires management to make assumptions about matters that are highly uncertain, (ii) management could have applied different assumptions during the reported period, and (iii) changes in the accounting estimate are reasonably likely to occur in the future and could have a material impact on our financial statements. Management has determined the following accounting estimates and related policies to be critical.
Allowance for Credit Losses on Loans and Unfunded Commitments
The allowance for credit losses on loans is a valuation account that is deducted from the amortized cost basis at the balance sheet date to present the net amount of loans expected to be collected. The allowance for losses on unfunded loan commitments is based on estimates of probability that these commitments will be drawn upon according to historical utilization experience, expected loss severity and loss rates as determined for pooled funded loans. The allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments is a liability account included in interest payable and other liabilities. Management estimates these allowances quarterly using relevant available information, from
internal and external sources, relating to past events, current conditions, and reasonable and supportable forecasts. Credit loss experience among the Bank and peer groups provides the basis for the estimation of expected credit losses.
The allowance for credit losses ("ACL") model utilizes a discounted cash flow ("DCF") method to measure the expected credit losses on loans collectively evaluated that are sub-segmented by loan pools with similar credit risk characteristics, which generally correspond to federal regulatory reporting codes. In addition, the DCF method incorporates assumptions for probability of default ("PD"), loss given default ("LGD"), and prepayments and curtailments over the contractual terms of the loans. Under the DCF method, the ACL reflects the difference between the amortized cost basis and the present value of the expected cash flows using the loan's effective rate.
Management considers whether adjustments to the quantitative portion of the ACL are needed for differences in segment-specific risk characteristics or to reflect the extent to which it expects current conditions and reasonable and supportable forecasts of economic conditions to differ from the conditions that existed during the historical period included in the development of PD and LGD.
Our allowance model is particularly sensitive to forecasted and seasonally-adjusted actual California unemployment rates, which decreased to 4.1% at December 31, 2022 from 5.8% at December 31, 2021. The ACL model incorporates a one-year forecast. For periods beyond the forecast horizon the economic factors revert to historical averages on a straight-line basis over a one-year period. We performed a sensitivity analysis as of December 31, 2022 and determined that a 1% change (e.g., 4.5% to 5.5%) in the forecasted quarterly unemployment rates over the next four quarters resulted in a 6% change to our allowance for credit losses on loans. This impact does not consider other assumption changes to either the quantitative factors, such as probability of default, loss given default, loan mix or cash flows, prepayment/curtailment rates, and individually analyzed loans, or qualitative factors as discussed in Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies. Additionally, because current economic conditions and forecasts can change, as future events are inherently difficult to predict, the estimated credit losses on loans and unfunded commitments could change significantly.
While we believe we use the best information available to determine the allowance for credit losses, our results of operations could be significantly affected if circumstances differ substantially from the assumptions used in determining the allowance. For information regarding critical estimates related to our allowance for credit losses methodology, the provision for credit losses, and risks to asset quality and lending activity, see ITEM 1A - Risk Factors, the Allowance for Credit Losses section in ITEM 7 - Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations,
Income Taxes
We are subject to the income tax laws of the U.S., its states, and the municipalities in which we operate. These tax laws are complex and subject to different interpretations by us and the government taxing authorities. We review our provision for income tax expense monthly and calculate the carrying value of deferred tax assets and liabilities quarterly. In establishing a provision for income tax expense, we make judgments and interpretations about the application of these inherently complex tax laws. In addition, our estimates include making judgements about when future items will affect taxable income. Although management believes that the judgments and estimates used are reasonable, actual results could differ and we may be exposed to losses or gains that could be material. For further information on our tax assets and liabilities, and related provision for income taxes, see Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies and Note 11 - Income Taxes in ITEM 8 - Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this Form 10-K.
Fair Value Measurements
We use fair value measurements to record certain financial instruments and to determine fair value disclosures. Available-for-sale securities and interest rate swap agreements are financial instruments recorded at fair value on a recurring basis. Additionally, we record at fair value other financial assets on a nonrecurring basis such as collateral dependent loans and other real estate owned. These nonrecurring fair value adjustments typically involve write-downs of, or specific reserves against, individual assets. We group our assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value into three levels within the fair value hierarchy, based on the markets in which the assets and liabilities are traded and the reliability of the assumptions used to determine fair value. The classification of assets and liabilities
within the hierarchy is based on whether the inputs to the valuation methodology used in the measurement are observable or unobservable. Observable inputs reflect market-driven or market-based information obtained from independent sources, while unobservable inputs reflect our estimates about market data. The degree of management judgment involved in determining the fair value of a financial instrument is dependent upon the availability of quoted market prices or observable market data. For financial instruments that trade actively and have quoted market prices or observable market data, there is minimal subjectivity involved in measuring fair value. When observable market prices and data are not fully available, management judgment is necessary to estimate fair value. In addition, changes in the market conditions may reduce the availability of quoted prices or observable data. Therefore, when market data is not available, we use valuation techniques that require more management judgment to estimate the appropriate fair value measurement. Fair value is discussed further in Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies and Note 9 - Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities in ITEM 8 - Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this Form 10-K.
Business Combinations
Business combinations are accounted for using the acquisition method of accounting where the assets and liabilities of the acquired entities have been recorded at their estimated fair values at the date of acquisition. Goodwill represents the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of net assets acquired. The purchase price allocation process requires significant judgment in the estimation of the fair values of the assets acquired and the liabilities assumed. Management may obtain third-party valuations such as appraisals or discounted cash flow analyses, or we may derive fair values internally using techniques as discussed in Fair Value Measurements above. Management assesses qualifications of third-party valuation specialists, reviews assumptions applied and takes responsibility for the results of fair value estimates. Merger-related expenses include costs directly related to merger activity such as legal and professional fees, system consolidation and conversion costs, and compensation costs associated with employee severance and retention incentives. We account for merger-related costs as expenses in the periods in which the costs are incurred and the services received. Accounting policies and estimates are discussed further in Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies and Note 18 - Merger in ITEM 8 - Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this Form 10-K.
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Financial Highlights
The following are highlights of our financial condition and results of operations. The data was derived from the audited consolidated financial statements of Bank of Marin Bancorp.
At December 31,
(dollars in thousands, except per share data) 2022 2021
Selected financial condition data:
Total assets $ 4,147,464 $ 4,314,209
Investment securities $ 1,774,303 $ 1,509,790
Loans, net of allowance for credit losses on loans 1
$ 2,069,563 $ 2,232,622
Deposits $ 3,573,348 $ 3,808,550
Borrowings and other obligations $ 112,439 $ 419
Stockholders' equity $ 412,092 $ 450,368
Asset quality ratios:
Allowance for credit losses to total loans 1.10 % 1.02 %
Allowance for credit losses to total loans, excluding SBA PPP loans 2
1.10 % 1.07 %
Allowance for credit losses to non-accrual loans 9.45x 2.75x
Non-accrual loans to total loans 0.12 % 0.37 %
Capital ratios:
Tangible common equity to tangible assets 8.21 % 8.76 %
Total capital (to risk-weighted assets) 15.90 % 14.58 %
Tier 1 capital (to risk-weighted assets) 15.02 % 13.70 %
Tier 1 capital (to average assets) 9.60 % 8.85 %
Common equity Tier 1 capital (to risk-weighted assets) 15.02 % 13.70 %
Other data:
Loan-to-deposit ratio 58.56 % 59.23 %
Number of branches 31 31
Full-time equivalent employees 313 328
For the Years Ended December 31,
(dollars in thousands, except per share data) 2022 2021 2020
Selected operating data:
Net interest income $ 127,492 $ 104,951 $ 96,659
(Reversals of) provision for credit losses on loans and unfunded loan commitments, net (381) (2,441) 6,164
Non-interest income 10,905 10,132 8,550
Non-interest expense 3
75,269 72,638 58,458
Net income 3
46,586 33,228 30,242
Net income per common share:
Basic $ 2.93 $ 2.32 $ 2.24
Diluted $ 2.92 $ 2.30 $ 2.22
Performance and other financial ratios:
Return on average assets 1.08 % 0.94 % 1.04 %
Return on average equity 11.16 % 8.43 % 8.60 %
Tax-equivalent net interest margin 3.11 % 3.17 % 3.55 %
Cost of deposits 0.06 % 0.07 % 0.11 %
Efficiency ratio 54.39 % 63.12 % 55.56 %
Cash dividend payout ratio on common stock 4
33.45 % 40.52 % 41.07 %
Cash dividends per common share $ 0.98 $ 0.94 $ 0.92
1 Includes SBA PPP loans of $3.5 million at December 31, 2022 and $111.2 million at December 31, 2021.
2 The allowance for credit losses to total loans, excluding SBA-guaranteed PPP loans, is considered a meaningful non-GAAP financial measure, as it represents only those loans that were considered in the calculation of the allowance for credit losses. Refer to footnote 1 above for SBA PPP totals.
3 2022 and 2021 included $858 thousand (or $604 thousand, net of taxes) and $6.5 million (or $4.9 million, net of taxes), respectively, in merger-related and conversion costs.
4 Calculated as dividends on common shares divided by basic net income per common share.
Executive Summary
Annual earnings were $46.6 million in 2022 compared to $33.2 million in 2021. Diluted earnings were $2.92 per share in 2022, compared to $2.30 per share in 2021.
The following are highlights of operating and financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2022:
•Merger-related and conversion costs reduced net income by $604 thousand, or 4 cents per share in 2022, compared to $4.9 million, or 34 cents per share in 2021. As shown in the reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP financial measures on page 28, year-to-date return on average assets of 1.08% and return on average equity of 11.16% excluding these costs would have been 1.10% and 11.31%, respectively, compared to 1.08% and 9.67%, respectively, in 2021.
•Loans decreased by $163.1 million in 2022, or 7%, to $2.093 billion as of December 31, 2022, from $2.256 billion as of December 31, 2021. Loan originations of $240.2 million in 2022 were the second highest on record, while payoffs were uncharacteristically high. Payoffs included both Paycheck Protection Program ("PPP") loans and $258.5 million of non-PPP loans, many of which were outside the Bank's control and resulted from activities such as sales of businesses and properties, cash repayments, and project completions. Shortly after December 31, we originated $45 million in commercial loans that were in process at year-end, $20 million of which was syndicated to a participant bank.
•Credit quality remained strong and improved during 2022, with classified loans decreasing $8.1 million and non-accrual loans representing 0.12% of the total loans as of December 31, 2022, compared to 0.37% as of December 31, 2021. Non-accrual loans dropped by $5.9 million (or 71%) in 2022, substantially due to the payoff of three commercial real estate loans from two borrowers. Subsequent to year-end, an additional $1.2 million in non-accrual loans paid off. In 2022 and 2021, we recorded net reversals of the provision for credit losses on loans of $63 thousand and $1.4 million, respectively. In addition, in 2022 and 2021, we recorded net reversals of the provision for credit losses on unfunded commitments of $318 thousand and $992 thousand, respectively.
•Deposits decreased by $235.2 million to $3.573 billion as of December 31, 2022, compared to $3.809 billion as of December 31, 2021, as the Bank continued to carefully manage deposit costs. The decline was a result of anticipated outflows due to planned business activities by a few large clients and some customers moving into alternative investments. At the end of 2021, the Bank held $347.6 million in cash and cash equivalents, and $173.1 million in off-balance sheet amounts with deposit networks in anticipation of expected and potential unexpected deposit outflows during 2022. There were no balances held with deposit networks at the end of 2022. Despite the decrease, non-interest bearing deposits to total deposits increased slightly to 51.5% as of December 31, 2022, compared to 50.2% as of December 31, 2021. Cost of deposits remained low at 0.06% in 2022, down slightly from 0.07% in 2021.
•Net interest income totaled $127.5 million and $105.0 million in 2022 and 2021, respectively. The $22.5 million increase from the prior year was primarily due to higher balances in the investment securities and commercial real estate loan portfolios, a full year of net interest income from acquired earning assets of American River Bankshares ("AMRB"), compared to five months in 2021, and the early redemption of subordinated debt that generated $1.4 million of interest expense in 2021. The tax-equivalent net interest margin decreased by 6 basis points to 3.11% in 2022, compared to 3.17% in 2021, as the proportion of average investment securities to average total interest-earning assets grew from 26% in 2021 to 44% in 2022 and fee income from PPP loans declined.
•The efficiency ratio was 54.39% in 2022, compared to 63.12% in 2021. As shown in the reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP financial measures on page 28, the efficiency ratios excluding merger-related and conversion costs would have been 53.77% and 57.51% in 2022 and 2021, respectively.
•After careful consideration, the Bank decided to close four brick-and-mortar branch locations in March 2023. The acquisition of American River Bankshares resulted in an overlap in the Bank’s branch network in Santa Rosa and Healdsburg, prompting branch consolidations within Northern Sonoma County. In addition, our
Tiburon and Buckhorn branches in Southern Marin and Amador counties are close to other branches that can serve our customers. These closures fulfill the remaining expense savings anticipated from the acquisition, improve efficiency and optimize our delivery channels while generating savings that will help to fund strategic initiatives going forward. The expected pre-tax savings in 2023 from the branch closures, net of accelerated costs, is approximately $470 thousand, and future annual pre-tax savings are expected to be approximately $1.4 million.
•All capital ratios were above regulatory requirements for a well-capitalized institution. The total risk-based capital ratio for Bancorp was 15.9% at December 31, 2022 and 14.6% at December 31, 2021. Tangible common equity to tangible assets declined to 8.2% at December 31, 2022 from 8.8% at December 31, 2021, primarily due to $71.7 million increase in after-tax unrealized losses on available-for-sale securities associated with interest rate changes since December 31, 2021, partially offset by incremental earnings and the smaller balance sheet in 2022. The total risk-based capital ratio for the Bank was 15.7% at December 31, 2022 and 14.4% at December 31, 2021.
•The Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.25 per share on January 20, 2023. This is the 71st consecutive quarterly dividend paid by Bank of Marin Bancorp. The cash dividend was paid on February 10, 2023 to shareholders of record at the close of business on February 3, 2023.
•As recent events in the marketplace unfold, including the closures of Silicon Valley Bank on March 10, 2023 followed by Signature Bank on March 12, 2023, the Bank remains focused on our banking relationships. We believe our deposit franchise is sound, with a focus on core deposits from community-based customers with whom we have strong relationships. Those relationships are centered around the needs of local corporations, business operators and real estate investors, with very little exposure to technology start-up companies and no exposure to digital assets, two areas of risk that strongly influenced the aforementioned closures. On March 13, 2023, we initiated an outreach effort to answer our customers' questions or concerns about the recent events, strengths of the Bank, and other matters such as FDIC insurance coverage. In February 2023, we enhanced our borrowing capacity at the FHLB by pledging certain held-to-maturity securities to the Securities-Backed Credit Program, increasing our total immediate contingent funding sources to approximately $2.0 billion, or 59% of total deposits as of February 28, 2023. The Bank also has the option to add another $267 million to its borrowing capacity through the Federal Reserve’s new Bank Term Funding Program ("BTFP").
Statement Regarding Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
In this Form 10-K, Bancorp's financial results are presented in accordance with GAAP and refer to certain non-GAAP financial measures. Management believes that presentation of operating results using non-GAAP financial measures provides useful supplemental information to investors and facilitates the analysis of Bancorp's operating results and comparison of operating results across reporting periods. Management also uses non-GAAP financial measures to establish budgets and manage Bancorp's business. A reconciliation of the GAAP financial measures to comparable non-GAAP financial measures is presented below.
Reconciliation of GAAP and Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Year ended December 31,
(in thousands, except share data; unaudited) 2022 2021 2020
Net income
Net income (GAAP) $ 46,586 $ 33,228 $ 30,242
Merger-related and conversion costs:
Personnel and severance 393 3,005 -
Professional services 67 1,976 -
Data processing 77 1,127 -
Other 321 350 -
Total merger costs before tax benefits 858 6,458 -
Income tax benefit of merger-related expenses (254) (1,547) -
Total merger-related and conversion costs, net of tax benefits 604 4,911 -
Comparable net income (non-GAAP) $ 47,190 $ 38,139 $ 30,242
Diluted earnings per share
Weighted average diluted shares 15,969 14,422 13,617
Diluted earnings per share (GAAP) $ 2.92 $ 2.30 $ 2.22
Merger-related and conversion costs, net of tax benefits 0.04 0.34 -
Comparable diluted earnings per share (non-GAAP) $ 2.96 $ 2.64 $ 2.22
Return on average assets
Average assets $ 4,304,511 $ 3,537,163 $ 2,897,165
Return on average assets (GAAP) 1.08 % 0.94 % 1.04 %
Comparable return on average assets (non-GAAP) 1.10 % 1.08 % 1.04 %
Return on average equity
Average stockholders' equity $ 417,344 $ 394,363 $ 351,494
Return on average equity (GAAP) 11.16 % 8.43 % 8.60 %
Comparable return on average equity (non-GAAP) 11.31 % 9.67 % 8.60 %
Efficiency ratio
Non-interest expense (GAAP) $ 75,269 $ 72,638 $ 58,458
Merger-related expenses (858) (6,458) -
Non-interest expense (non-GAAP) $ 74,411 $ 66,180 $ 58,458
Net interest income $ 127,492 $ 104,951 $ 96,659
Non-interest income $ 10,905 $ 10,132 $ 8,550
Efficiency ratio (GAAP) 54.39 % 63.12 % 55.56 %
Comparable efficiency ratio (non-GAAP) 53.77 % 57.51 % 55.56 %
Net Interest Income
Net interest income is the interest earned on loans, investment securities and other interest-earning assets minus interest expense incurred on deposits and other interest-bearing liabilities. Net interest income is affected by changes in general market interest rates and by changes in the amounts and composition of interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities. Interest rate changes can create fluctuations in net interest income and/or margin due to an imbalance in the timing of repricing or maturity of assets or liabilities. We manage interest rate risk exposure with the goal of optimizing the effect of interest rate volatility on net interest income.
Net interest margin is expressed as net interest income divided by average interest-earning assets. Net interest rate spread is the difference between the average rate earned on total interest-earning assets and the average rate incurred on total interest-bearing liabilities. Both of these measures are reported on a taxable-equivalent basis. Net interest margin is the higher of the two because it reflects interest income earned on assets funded with non-interest-bearing sources of funds, which include demand deposits and stockholders’ equity.
The following table compares interest income, average interest-earning assets, interest expense, and average interest-bearing liabilities for the periods presented. The table also presents net interest income, net interest margin and net interest rate spread for the years indicated.
Average Statements of Condition and Analysis of Net Interest Income
Year ended Year ended Year ended
December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2020
Interest Interest Interest
Average Income/ Yield/ Average Income/ Yield/ Average Income/ Yield/
(dollars in thousands; unaudited) Balance Expense Rate Balance Expense Rate Balance Expense Rate
Assets
Interest-earning deposits with banks 1
$ 120,395 $ 1,407 1.15 % $ 287,626 $ 399 0.14 % $ 153,794 $ 461 0.29 %
Investment securities 2, 3
1,796,628 35,534 1.98 % 866,790 16,999 1.96 % 533,186 15,025 2.82 %
Loans 1, 3, 4
2,175,259 94,614 4.29 % 2,155,982 92,376 4.23 % 2,023,203 85,398 4.15 %
Total interest-earning assets 1
4,092,282 131,555 3.17 % 3,310,398 109,774 3.27 % 2,710,183 100,884 3.66 %
Cash and non-interest-bearing due from banks 53,534 61,299 49,676
Bank premises and equipment, net 7,400 5,964 5,526
Interest receivable and other assets, net 151,295 159,502 131,780
Total assets $ 4,304,511 $ 3,537,163 $ 2,897,165
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
Interest-bearing transaction accounts $ 294,682 $ 421 0.14 % $ 217,924 $ 172 0.08 % $ 148,817 $ 186 0.13 %
Savings accounts 341,710 125 0.04 % 268,397 94 0.04 % 184,146 68 0.04 %
Money market accounts 1,065,104 1,589 0.15 % 864,625 1,520 0.18 % 763,689 2,009 0.26 %
Time accounts, including CDARS 140,547 323 0.23 % 115,393 246 0.21 % 96,558 554 0.57 %
Borrowings and other obligations 1, 6
2,295 91 3.90 % 892 9 1.08 % 174 4 2.16 %
Subordinated debenture 1, 5
- - - % 534 1,361 251.54 % 2,741 158 5.68 %
Total interest-bearing liabilities 1,844,338 2,549 0.14 % 1,467,765 3,402 0.23 % 1,196,125 2,979 0.25 %
Demand accounts 1,993,373 1,628,289 1,308,199
Interest payable and other liabilities 49,456 46,746 41,347
Stockholders' equity 417,344 394,363 351,494
Total liabilities & stockholders' equity $ 4,304,511 $ 3,537,163 $ 2,897,165
Tax-equivalent net interest income/margin 1
$ 129,006 3.11 % $ 106,372 3.17 % $ 97,905 3.55 %
Reported net interest income/margin 1
$ 127,492 3.07 % $ 104,951 3.13 % $ 96,659 3.51 %
Tax-equivalent net interest rate spread 3.03 % 3.04 % 3.41 %
1 Interest income/expense is divided by actual number of days in the period times 360 days to correspond to stated interest rate terms, where applicable.
2 Yields on available-for-sale securities are calculated based on amortized cost balances rather than fair value, as changes in fair value are reflected as a component of stockholders' equity. Investment security interest is earned on 30/360 day basis monthly.
3 Yields and interest income on tax-exempt securities and loans are presented on a taxable-equivalent basis using the federal statutory rate of 21%.
4 Average balances on loans outstanding include non-performing loans. The amortized portion of net loan origination fees is included in interest income on loans, representing an adjustment to the yield.
5 2021 interest on the subordinated debenture included $1.3 million in accelerated discount accretion from the early redemption of our last subordinated debenture on March 15, 2021.
6 Average balances and rate consider $13.9 million in FHLB borrowings acquired from AMRB that were redeemed on August 25, 2021.
Analysis of Changes in Net Interest Income
The following table presents the effects of changes in average balances (volume) or changes in average rates on tax-equivalent net interest income for the years indicated. Volume variances are equal to the increase or decrease in average balances multiplied by prior period rates. Rate variances are equal to the increase or decrease in rates multiplied by prior period average balances. Mix variances are attributable to the change in yields or rates multiplied by the change in average balances.
2022 compared to 2021 2021 compared to 2020
(in thousands, unaudited) Volume Yield/Rate Mix Total Volume Yield/Rate Mix Total
Interest-earning deposits with banks $ (233) $ 2,961 $ (1,720) $ 1,008 $ 401 $ (247) $ (216) $ (62)
Investment securities 1
18,233 146 156 18,535 9,400 (4,568) (2,858) 1,974
Loans 1
826 1,401 11 2,238 5,605 1,526 (153) 6,978
Total interest-earning assets 18,826 4,508 (1,553) 21,781 15,406 (3,289) (3,227) 8,890
Interest-bearing transaction accounts 61 139 49 249 90 (75) (29) (14)
Savings accounts 26 5 - 31 31 (3) (2) 26
Money market accounts 352 (229) (54) 69 266 (663) (92) (489)
Time accounts, including CDARS 54 19 4 77 108 (348) (68) (308)
Borrowings and other obligations 16 25 41 82 16 (2) (9) 5
Subordinated debenture - (1,361) - (1,361) (127) 6,851 (5,521) 1,203
Total interest-bearing liabilities 509 (1,402) 40 (853) 384 5,760 (5,721) 423
Tax-equivalent net interest income $ 18,317 $ 5,910 $ (1,593) $ 22,634 $ 15,022 $ (9,049) $ 2,494 $ 8,467
1 Yields and interest income on tax-exempt securities and loans are presented on a taxable-equivalent basis using the federal statutory rate of 21%.
2022 Compared to 2021
Net interest income totaled $127.5 million in 2022, compared to $105.0 million in 2021. The $22.5 million increase from the prior year was primarily due to higher balances in the investment and commercial real estate loan portfolios, which added $18.4 million and $6.1 million, respectively, to net interest income. Additionally, 2022 incorporated a full year of net interest income from acquired earning assets of AMRB, compared to five months in 2021. Average interest-bearing liabilities increased $376.6 million while the average cost dropped nine basis points, largely due to the extinguishment of subordinated debt that generated $1.4 million of interest expense in 2021.
The tax-equivalent net interest margin decreased six basis points to 3.11% in 2022, from 3.17% in 2021, as the proportion of average investment securities to average total interest-earning assets grew from 26% in 2021 to 44% in 2022 and fee income from PPP loans declined.
2021 Compared to 2020
Net interest income totaled $105.0 million and $96.7 million in 2021 and 2020, respectively. The $8.3 million increase in 2021 was primarily due to higher average loan and investment securities balances. In addition, we recognized $8.3 million in SBA PPP fees, net of cost in 2021, compared to $3.8 million in 2020. These increases were partially offset by $1.4 million in interest and accelerated discount accretion on the early redemption of a subordinated debenture in the first quarter of 2021, and lower yields on investment securities.
The tax-equivalent net interest margin decreased 38 basis points to 3.17% in 2021, from 3.55% in 2020 for the reasons already mentioned and as shown in the above table. The SBA PPP loans improved the 2021 net interest margin by 10 basis points, and the early redemption of the subordinated debenture reduced it by 4 basis points.
Market Interest Rates
Market interest rates are, in part, based on the target federal funds interest rate (the interest rate banks charge each other for short-term borrowings) implemented by the Federal Reserve Open Market Committee ("FOMC").
In response to the evolving risks to economic activity caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the FOMC made two emergency federal funds rate cuts totaling 150 basis points in March 2020. The federal funds rate range remained
between 0.0% to 0.25% through the beginning of 2022, putting downward pressure on our asset yields and net interest margin. Beginning in March 2022, the FOMC began successive increases to the federal funds rate due to the evolving inflation risks, international political unrest and oil and other supply chain disruptions. As a result of five rate adjustments during 2022, the federal funds target rate range increased to 4.25% to 4.50% at year-end. Subsequently, on February 1, 2023, the FOMC increased the rate by another 25 basis points to a range of 4.50% to 4.75%. As shown in the table above, higher interest rates contributed an additional $5.9 million to net interest income in 2022 compared to 2021. Additional rate increases are anticipated in 2023, as Federal Reserve policymakers continue to monitor inflation and economic developments. See ITEM 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosure about Market Risk for further information.
Provision for Credit Losses on Loans
We recorded a net $63 thousand reversal of the provision for credit losses on loans in 2022, compared to a $1.4 million reversal of the provision for credit losses in 2021 and $4.6 million provision for credit losses in 2020.
The net reversal of the provision in 2022 was largely due to a $55.4 million decrease in applicable loan balances (excludes the $107.7 million decrease in PPP loans for which there was no allowance) and improvements in the Moody's Analytics' Baseline Forecast of California unemployment rates since December 31, 2021, which decreased the quantitative "modeled" allowance for credit losses. These decreases were partially offset by adjustments to qualitative risk factors to account for the ongoing deterioration in the economic outlook that management believes is not captured in the quantitative portion of the allowance.
The net provision reversal in 2021 was primarily due to continued improvements in Moody's Analytics' Baseline Forecast of California unemployment rates and adjustments to qualitative risk factors due to a decline in the volume of loans downgraded to substandard classification, fewer delinquencies, and the elimination of an allowance related to a commercial real estate loan that had been individually analyzed for potential credit losses in the previous periods and paid off in 2021. These reversals were partially offset by an increase in the allowance for credit losses related to qualitative risk factor adjustments for recent changes in executive leadership and senior lending positions, and integration of AMRB.
The provision for credit losses in 2020 calculated under the incurred loss method (prior to the adoption of the excepted credit loss method on December 31, 2020) was largely due to the uncertainty about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the local and regional economies and our customers at that time. In addition, under the CECL method, we increased our allowance for credit losses by approximately $925 thousand for previously acquired loans (i.e., non-purchased credit deteriorated or "non-PCD" loans); whereas, under previous GAAP (incurred loss method) we did not record an allowance on our unimpaired previously acquired non-PCD loans. The pandemic also negatively affected the financial condition of many of our borrowers, which was partially alleviated by our payment relief program under the 2020 CARES Act and the SBA PPP.
Non-interest Income
The table below details the components of non-interest income.
2022 compared to 2021 2021 compared to 2020
Years ended December 31, Amount Increase (Decrease) Percent Increase (Decrease) Amount Increase (Decrease) Percent Increase (Decrease)
(dollars in thousands; unaudited) 2022 2021 2020
Wealth Management and Trust Services $ 2,227 $ 2,222 $ 1,851 $ 5 0.2 % $ 371 20.0 %
Earnings on bank-owned life insurance, net 1,229 2,194 973 (965) (44.0) % 1,221 125.5 %
Debit card interchange fees, net 2,051 1,812 1,438 239 13.2 % 374 26.0 %
Service charges on deposit accounts 2,007 1,593 1,314 414 26.0 % 279 21.2 %
Dividends on Federal Home Loan Bank stock 1,056 760 654 296 38.9 % 106 16.2 %
Merchant interchange fees, net 549 422 239 127 30.1 % 183 76.6 %
(Losses) gains on investment securities, net (63) (16) 915 (47) 293.8 % (931) (101.7) %
Other income 1,849 1,145 1,166 704 61.5 % (21) (1.8) %
Total non-interest income $ 10,905 $ 10,132 $ 8,550 $ 773 7.6 % $ 1,582 18.5 %
2022 Compared to 2021
Non-interest income totaled $10.9 million in 2022, a $773 thousand increase from $10.1 million in 2021. The increase was primarily due to higher fees on deposit balances held in off-balance sheet deposit networks contributing $504 thousand in additional income, $414 thousand more service charges on deposit accounts, $296 thousand higher FHLB dividends, and a combination of smaller increases. Increases were partially offset by a $965 thousand reduction in bank-owned life insurance as the prior year included $1.1 million in benefits collected on insurance policies. Additionally, 2022 incorporated a full year of non-interest income from the AMRB acquisition, compared to five months in 2021.
2021 Compared to 2020
Non-interest income totaled $10.1 million and $8.6 million in 2021 and 2020, respectively. The $1.5 million increase was primarily due to the collection of $1.1 million in benefits on bank-owned life insurance policies and an increase in service charges and interchange fees related to the expanded deposit base. In March 2020, we implemented temporary waivers for all ATM fees, overdraft fees and early withdrawal penalties for time deposits to help ease the financial burden customers began experiencing due to the pandemic. We reinstituted the fees in May 2021. Additionally, Wealth Management and Trust income increased due to the addition of new accounts and favorable market performance in 2021. Increases were partially offset by the $931 thousand reduction in gains on sales of investment securities.
Non-interest Expense
The table below details the components of non-interest expense.
2022 compared to 2021 2021 compared to 2020
Years ended December 31, Amount Increase (Decrease) Percent Increase (Decrease) Amount Increase (Decrease) Percent Increase (Decrease)
(dollars in thousands; unaudited) 2022 2021 2020
Salaries and employee benefits $ 42,046 $ 41,939 $ 34,393 $ 107 0.3 % $ 7,546 21.9 %
Occupancy and equipment 7,823 7,297 6,943 526 7.2 % 354 5.1 %
Data processing 4,649 5,139 3,184 (490) (9.5) % 1,955 61.4 %
Professional services 3,299 4,974 2,181 (1,675) (33.7) % 2,793 128.1 %
Depreciation and amortization 1,840 1,740 2,149 100 5.7 % (409) (19.0) %
Information technology 2,197 1,550 1,050 647 41.7 % 500 47.6 %
Amortization of core deposit intangible 1,489 1,135 853 354 31.2 % 282 33.1 %
Directors' expense 1,107 957 713 150 15.7 % 244 34.2 %
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation insurance 1,179 889 474 290 32.6 % 415 87.6 %
Charitable contributions 709 587 1,034 122 20.8 % (447) (43.2) %
Other real estate owned 359 5 - 354 7,080.0 % 5 N/A
Other non-interest expense:
Advertising 1,070 908 769 162 17.8 % 139 18.1 %
Other expense 7,502 5,518 4,715 1,984 36.0 % 803 17.0 %
Total other non-interest expense 8,572 6,426 5,484 2,146 33.4 % 942 17.2 %
Total non-interest expense $ 75,269 $ 72,638 $ 58,458 $ 2,631 3.6 % $ 14,180 24.3 %
2022 Compared to 2021
Non-interest expense increased $2.6 million to $75.3 million in 2022 from $72.6 million in 2021. Information technology expenses increased $647 thousand due to investments in software and equipment during 2022. Total occupancy expenses, including depreciation and amortization, increased $626 thousand resulting primarily from merger growth and $212 thousand in accelerated costs related to planned branch closures. Other increases in 2022 included core deposit intangible amortization and FDIC insurance, largely attributable to the 2021 AMRB acquisition, a $345 thousand valuation adjustment in other real estate owned expense, and a $490 thousand increase in employment recruiting costs included in other expense.
Salaries and employee benefits expense was relatively flat year-over-year. In 2022, increases in staffing and profit sharing expenses, a reduction in deferred loan origination costs, and a combination of smaller items were largely offset by a decrease in supplemental executive retirement plan expense from an adjustment to the discount rate, and a decline in merger-related expenses, as shown in the table on page 28.
Professional services decreased $1.7 million from the prior year, primarily due to higher merger-related costs and additional consulting expenses associated with PPP loan forgiveness application processing in 2021, partially offset by higher audit and accounting fees in 2022. Data processing expenses decreased by $490 thousand primarily due to merger-related expenses in 2021, as shown in the table on page 28, partially offset by an increase in processing costs in 2022 associated with higher volumes for the larger bank.
2021 Compared to 2020
Non-interest expense increased $14.1 million to $72.6 million in 2021 from $58.5 million in 2020. The largest increase of $6.5 million came from merger-related and conversion costs. In addition to $3.0 million in merger costs, salaries and related benefits rose another $4.5 million due to increased numbers of employees, regularly scheduled annual merit and related increases, and lower deferred loan origination costs. Professional services included $817 thousand more in consulting expenses for PPP loan forgiveness application processing, investment advisory services, and legal costs. Data processing increased by an additional $828 thousand primarily due to increases core processing and mobile banking systems charges, and other categories increased due to the larger size of the bank. FDIC insurance increased by $415 thousand due to an increase in our deposit base. Charitable contributions decreased due to supplemental contributions in 2020 related to the pandemic.
Provision for Income Taxes
Income tax provisions reflect accruals for taxes at the applicable rates for federal income tax and California franchise tax based upon reported pre-tax income. Provisions also reflect permanent differences between income for tax and financial reporting purposes (such as earnings on tax exempt loans and municipal securities, BOLI, low-income housing tax credits, and stock-based compensation from the exercise of stock options, disqualifying dispositions of incentive stock options and vesting of restricted stock awards).
The provision for income taxes totaled $16.9 million at an effective tax rate of 26.6% in 2022, compared to $11.7 million at an effective tax rate of 26.0% in 2021 and $10.3 million at an effective tax rate of 25.5% in 2020. The increase in the provision in 2022 compared to 2021 reflected higher pre-tax income. The 60 basis point increase in the effective tax rate in 2022 as compared to 2021 was primarily due to lower BOLI income and the smaller proportion of tax-exempt loan and investment securities interest income to pre-tax income in 2022, partially offset by the non-deductible merger expenses and executive compensation in 2021. The 50 basis point increase in the effective tax rate in 2021 compared to 2020 was due to non-deductible merger expenses and executive compensation, partially offset by higher BOLI income and tax-exempt loan and investment securities interest income.
We file a consolidated return in the U.S. Federal tax jurisdiction and a combined return in the State of California tax jurisdiction. There were no ongoing federal or state income tax examinations at the issuance of this report. At December 31, 2022 and 2021, neither the Bank nor Bancorp had accruals for interest or penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits.
FINANCIAL CONDITION
Investment Securities
We maintain an investment securities portfolio to provide liquidity and to generate earnings on funds that have not been loaned to customers. Management determines the maturities and types of securities to be purchased based on liquidity and interest rate risk position, and the desire to attain a reasonable investment yield balanced with risk exposure. The tables below show the composition of the debt securities portfolio by expected maturity at December 31, 2022 and 2021. Expected maturities differ from contractual maturities because the issuers of the securities may have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties. We estimate and update expected maturity dates regularly based on current and historical prepayment speeds. The weighted
average life of the investment portfolio at December 31, 2022 and 2021 was approximately seven and six years, respectively.
December 31, 2022 Within 1 Year 1-5 Years 5-10 Years After 10 Years Total
(dollars in thousands; unaudited) AmortizedCost1
Average Yield2
AmortizedCost1
Average Yield2
AmortizedCost1
Average Yield2
AmortizedCost1
Average Yield2
Amortized Cost1
Fair Value Average Yield2
Held-to-maturity:
MBS/CMOs issued by U.S. government agencies $ 463 0.63 % $ 152,817 3.36 % $ 419,822 2.20 % $ 158,410 2.28 % $ 731,512 $ 643,437 2.46 %
SBA-backed securities - - 2,372 3.17 - - - - 2,372 2,239 3.17
Debentures of government-sponsored agencies - - 24,993 4.26 47,017 2.06 73,813 1.91 145,823 119,356 2.36
Obligations of state and political subdivisions - tax-exempt3
- - - - 5,515 3.72 26,600 2.74 32,115 28,846 2.90
Obligations of state and political subdivisions - taxable - - - - 4,708 1.84 25,677 2.28 30,385 22,913 2.21
Corporate bonds - - 30,000 3.63 - - - - 30,000 28,448 3.63
Total held-to-maturity 463 0.63 210,182 3.50 477,062 2.20 284,500 2.22 972,207 845,239 2.49
Available-for-sale:
MBS/CMOs issued by U.S. government agencies 2,305 2.02 317,528 2.13 198,809 2.43 9,823 2.55 528,465 475,505 2.25
SBA-backed securities 65 1.01 47,166 2.66 - - 493 5.03 47,724 44,355 2.68
Debentures of government sponsored agencies - - 140,145 1.29 6,977 1.35 1,992 1.39 149,114 135,106 1.29
U.S. Treasury securities - - - - 11,904 1.00 - - 11,904 10,269 1.00
Obligations of state and political subdivisions - tax-exempt3
- - 9,711 2.09 11,721 2.86 81,922 2.67 103,354 91,138 2.64
Obligations of state and political subdivisions - taxable 200 3.16 1,808 1.65 10,475 1.67 1,018 1.98 13,501 10,985 1.71
Corporate bonds - - 31,000 1.03 5,990 1.23 - - 36,990 33,276 1.05
Asset-backed securities - - - - 1,553 5.04 - - 1,553 1,462 5.04
Total available-for-sale 2,570 2.09 547,358 1.89 247,429 2.30 95,248 2.64 892,605 802,096 2.09
Total $ 3,033 1.87 % $ 757,540 2.34 % $ 724,491 2.24 % $ 379,748 2.33 % $ 1,864,812 $ 1,647,335 2.30 %
December 31, 2021 Within 1 Year 1-5 Years 5-10 Years After 10 Years Total
(dollars in thousands; unaudited) AmortizedCost1
Average Yield2
AmortizedCost1
Average Yield2
AmortizedCost1
Average Yield2
AmortizedCost1
Average Yield2
Amortized Cost1
Fair Value Average Yield2
Held-to-maturity:
MBS/CMOs issued by U.S. government agencies $ 1,550 1.05 % $ 99,062 2.03 % $ 116,665 1.79 % $ 21,430 1.97 % $ 238,707 $ 239,856 1.90 %
SBA-backed securities - - 4,840 3.17 - - - - 4,840 5,038 3.17
Debentures of government-sponsored agencies - - - - 19,973 1.67 31,499 1.89 51,472 50,571 1.80
Obligations of state and political subdivisions - tax-exempt3
- - - - 16,686 1.92 - - 16,686 16,794 1.92
Obligations of state and political subdivisions - taxable 101 4.58 - - 25,327 2.17 5,089 2.39 30,517 30,496 2.22
Total held-to-maturity 1,651 1.27 103,902 2.08 178,651 1.84 58,018 1.96 342,222 342,755 1.93
Available-for-sale:
MBS/CMOs issued by U.S. government agencies 13,262 1.24 202,848 1.67 459,936 1.79 87,623 1.26 763,669 759,576 1.69
SBA-backed securities 7 2.21 30,502 2.45 2,131 0.16 - - 32,640 33,478 2.30
Debentures of government sponsored agencies 6,000 2.62 120,115 1.11 16,411 1.39 48,923 1.88 191,449 188,527 1.38
U.S. Treasury securities - - - - 11,886 1.00 - - 11,886 11,630 1.00
Obligations of state and political subdivisions - tax-exempt3
1,322 3.73 21,026 2.69 92,375 2.60 - - 114,723 119,970 2.63
Obligations of state and political subdivisions - taxable 1,128 2.86 1,011 3.24 12,147 1.56 - - 14,286 14,030 1.78
Corporate bonds 2,013 2.73 31,000 1.03 5,988 1.23 - - 39,001 38,495 1.15
Asset-backed securities - - - - 1,866 0.72 - - 1,866 1,862 0.72
Total available-for-sale 23,732 1.93 406,502 1.57 602,740 1.87 136,546 1.48 1,169,520 1,167,568 1.72
Total $ 25,383 1.89 % $ 510,404 1.68 % $ 781,391 1.86 % $ 194,564 1.62 % $ 1,511,742 $ 1,510,323 1.77 %
1 Book value reflects cost, adjusted for accumulated amortization and accretion.
2 Weighted average calculation is based on amortized cost of securities.
3 Yields on tax-exempt municipal bonds are presented on a taxable equivalent basis, using federal tax rate of 21%.
The amortized cost of our investment securities portfolio increased $353.1 thousand or 23.4% during 2022. We purchased $243.5 million in securities in 2022 designated as available-for-sale to provide flexibility for liquidity and interest rate risk management. We also purchased $319.9 million in securities in 2022 designated as held-to-maturity. These purchases were offset by $177.3 million of paydowns, calls and maturities, and $10.7 million of sales during 2022. The weighted average yield on the purchases of securities was 3.22% for the 2022 year and 6.08% for the fourth quarter of 2022. We transferred $357.5 million of available-for-sale securities to held-to-maturity in March 2022. Refer to Note 2, Investment Securities, to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8 of this report for further information.
During 2022, we purchased $364.6 million in agency collateralized mortgage obligations ("CMOs"), $60.9 million in agency mortgage-backed securities ("MBSs"), $61.2 million in debentures of government sponsored agencies, $30.0 million in corporate bonds, $29.9 million in SBA-backed securities and $16.8 million in obligations of state and political subdivisions. We consider agency debentures and CMOs issued by U.S. government sponsored entities to have low credit risk as they carry the credit support of the U.S. federal government. The debentures, CMOs and MBS issued by U.S. government sponsored agencies, SBA-backed securities and U.S. Treasury securities made up 86.7% of the portfolio at December 31, 2022, compared to 85.6% at December 31, 2021. See the discussion in the section captioned “Securities May Lose Value due to Credit Quality of the Issuers” in ITEM 1A Risk Factors above.
At December 31, 2022 and 2021, distribution of our investment in obligations of state and political subdivisions was as follows:
December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
(dollars in thousands; unaudited) Amortized Cost Fair Value Percent of
State and Municipal Securities Amortized Cost Fair Value Percent of
State and Municipal Securities
Within California:
General obligation bonds $ 25,806 $ 20,768 14.4 % $ 25,036 $ 25,020 14.2 %
Revenue bonds 3,719 2,987 2.1 5,249 5,185 3.0
Tax allocation bonds - - - 503 510 0.3
Total within California 29,525 23,755 16.5 30,788 30,715 17.5
Outside California:
General obligation bonds 121,908 106,375 68.0 117,278 121,303 66.5
Revenue bonds 27,922 23,752 15.5 28,146 29,272 16.0
Total outside California 149,830 130,127 83.5 145,424 150,575 82.5
Total obligations of state and political subdivisions $ 179,355 $ 153,882 100.0 % $ 176,212 $ 181,290 100.0 %
Percent of investment portfolio 9.6% 9.3% 11.7% 12.0%
The portion of the portfolio outside the state of California is distributed among twelve states. Of the total investment in obligations of state and political subdivisions, the largest concentrations outside California are in Texas (39.6%), Washington (14.4%), and Wisconsin (8.9%). Our investment in obligations issued by municipal issuers in Texas are either guaranteed by the AAA-rated Texas Permanent School Fund ("PSF") or backed by revenue sources from essential services (such as utilities and transportation).
Investments in states, municipalities and political subdivisions are subject to an initial pre-purchase credit assessment and ongoing monitoring. Key considerations include:
•The soundness of a municipality’s budgetary position and stability of its tax revenues
•Debt profile and level of unfunded liabilities, diversity of revenue sources, taxing authority of the issuer
•Local demographics/economics including unemployment data, largest local taxpayers and employers, income indices and home values
•For revenue bonds, the source and strength of revenue for municipal authorities including obligors' financial condition and reserve levels, annual debt service and debt coverage ratio, and credit enhancement (such as insurer’s strength)
•Credit ratings by major credit rating agencies
Loans
Loans Outstanding by Class and Percent of Total
December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
(in thousands; unaudited) Amortized Cost Percent of Total Amortized Cost Percent of Total
Commercial and industrial $ 173,547 8.3 % $ 301,602 13.4 %
Real estate
Commercial owner-occupied 354,877 17.0 392,345 17.4
Commercial investor-owned 1,191,889 56.9 1,189,021 52.7
Construction 114,373 5.5 119,840 5.3
Home equity 88,748 4.2 88,746 3.9
Other residential 112,123 5.4 114,558 5.1
Installment and other consumer 56,989 2.7 49,533 2.2
Total loans, at amortized cost 2,092,546 100.0 % 2,255,645 100.0 %
Allowance for credit losses on loans (22,983) (23,023)
Total loans, net of allowance for credit losses $ 2,069,563 $ 2,232,622
Loans decreased by $163.1 million in 2022, or 7%, to $2.093 billion as of December 31, 2022, from $2.256 billion as of December 31, 2021. Year-over-year changes were largely attributable to a $107.7 million decrease in PPP loans and a decrease in investor-owned commercial real estate loans, partially offset by growth in owner-occupied commercial real estate loans. Loan originations were $240.2 million in 2022 compared to $181.7 million in 2021, an increase of 32%. Non-PPP payoffs were $258.5 million in 2022, compared to $218.1 million in 2021. Much of the payoffs in 2022 were outside the Bank's control and resulted from activities such as sales of businesses and properties, cash repayments, and project completions. The originations and payoffs noted above, combined with utilization on lines of credit and amortization on existing loans, resulted in the net decreases for these periods.
Non-PPP payoffs as a percentage of beginning of the year loan balances were 11.5% in 2022 and 10.4% in 2021. Approximately 90% and 86%, of total loans were secured by real estate as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. The increase in the percentage secured by real estate from 2021 to 2022 was primarily due to a $107.7 million reduction in unsecured loans guaranteed by the SBA under the PPP, which are included in commercial and industrial loans. For additional information on loan concentration risk, see ITEM 1A, Risk Factors.
The following table summarizes our commercial real estate loan concentrations by the county in which the property was located as of December 31, 2022 and 2021.
Commercial Real Estate Loans Outstanding by County
(dollars in thousands; unaudited) December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
County Amount Percent of Commercial Real Estate Loans Amount Percent of Commercial Real Estate Loans
Marin $ 339,805 22.0 % $ 349,445 22.1 %
Sonoma 245,883 15.9 230,740 14.6
Napa 186,477 12.1 188,643 11.9
San Francisco 173,511 11.2 172,120 10.9
Alameda 163,381 10.6 176,871 11.2
Sacramento 120,146 7.8 113,120 7.2
Contra Costa 67,356 4.4 69,656 4.4
San Mateo 37,681 2.4 28,119 1.8
Solano 32,235 2.1 40,837 2.6
Placer 28,928 1.9 28,477 1.8
Santa Clara 21,091 1.4 20,070 1.3
San Joaquin 15,585 1.0 8,829 0.6
El Dorado 12,822 0.8 14,708 0.9
Other 101,865 6.4 139,731 8.7
Total $ 1,546,766 100.0 % $ 1,581,366 100.0 %
Commercial real estate loans decreased $34.6 million in 2022, compared to a $315.2 million increase in 2021. The decrease in 2022 was primarily due to cash paydowns as part of ongoing deleveraging, refinancings and asset sales. The increase in 2021 was primarily due to the AMRB acquisition and expanded footprint in Northern California. Of the commercial real estate loans at December 31, 2022, 77% were investor-owned and 23% were owner-occupied. Almost the entire commercial real estate loan portfolio is comprised of term loans for which the primary source of repayment is either the cash flow from leasing activities of the real estate collateral or the operating cash flow of the owner occupant.
The following table shows an analysis of construction loans by type and county as of December 31, 2022 and 2021.
Construction Loans Outstanding by Type and County
(dollars in thousands; unaudited) December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
Loan Type Amount Percent of Construction Loans Amount Percent of Construction Loans
Apartments and multifamily $ 60,347 52.7 % $ 45,978 38.4 %
Commercial real estate 33,746 29.5 49,131 41.0
1-4 Single family residential 19,171 16.8 19,564 16.3
Land - unimproved 1,109 1.0 1,201 1.0
Land - improved - - 3,966 3.3
Total $ 114,373 100.0 % $ 119,840 100.0 %
(dollars in thousands; unaudited) December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
County Amount Percent of Construction Loans Amount Percent of Construction Loans
San Francisco $ 45,271 39.6 % $ 55,826 46.6 %
Alameda 20,163 17.6 12,908 10.8
Solano 18,873 16.5 16,367 13.7
Sonoma 17,843 15.6 13,640 11.4
Marin 7,784 6.8 6,074 5.1
Other 4,439 3.9 15,025 12.4
Total $ 114,373 100.0 % $ 119,840 100.0 %
Construction loans decreased by $5.5 million in 2022, compared to an increase of $46.8 million in 2021. The decrease in 2022 was primarily due to $46.6 million in payoffs and $3.6 million in conversions to commercial real estate financing. These decreases were partially offset by $37.5 million advanced on existing construction loans and $7.2 million in new financing. The increase in 2021 was primarily due to $48.8 million advanced on existing construction loans, $13.2 million in loans assumed in the AMRB acquisition and $7.2 million in new financing. These increases were partially offset by $19.5 million in payoffs and $2.9 million in conversions to commercial real estate financing. Undisbursed construction loan commitments at December 31, 2022 and 2021 were $43.2 million and $77.8 million, respectively.
The following table presents the amortized costs and maturity distribution of our loans by class as of December 31, 2022 based on their contractual maturity dates. Maturities do not include scheduled payments or potential prepayments.
Loan Maturity Distribution
Due within 1 year Due after 1 through 5 years Due after 5 through 15 years Due after 15 years Total
(in thousands; unaudited)
Commercial and industrial 1
$ 61,181 $ 76,586 $ 32,530 $ 3,250 $ 173,547
Real estate
Commercial owner-occupied 12,869 80,861 253,863 7,284 354,877
Commercial investor-owned 42,643 329,876 792,173 27,197 1,191,889
Construction 2
47,335 17,027 50,011 - 114,373
Home equity 2,118 23,433 61,618 1,579 88,748
Other residential 1,936 79 1,813 108,295 112,123
Installment and other consumer loans 956 7,389 48,452 192 56,989
Total $ 169,038 $ 535,251 $ 1,240,460 $ 147,797 $ 2,092,546
1 Commercial and industrial due within 1 year includes SBA PPP loans totaling $3.5 million (net of $99 thousand in unrecognized fees and costs), which are expected to be forgiven by the SBA in 2023.
2 Construction loans that mature after 5 years are structured to convert to permanent financing after the initial construction period.
The following table shows the mix of variable-rate loans to fixed-rate loans due after one year by class as of December 31, 2022. The large majority of the variable-rate loans are tied to independent indices (such as the Prime Rate or a Treasury Constant Maturity Rate). Most loans with original terms of more than five years have provisions for the fixed rates to reset, or convert to variable rates, after three, five or seven years. These loans are included in variable-rate balances below.
Loan Interest Rate Sensitivity - Due After One Year
(in thousands; unaudited) Fixed Variable Total
Commercial and industrial $ 73,688 $ 38,678 $ 112,366
Real estate
Commercial owner-occupied 195,342 146,666 342,008
Commercial investor-owned 724,647 424,599 1,149,246
Construction 46,070 20,968 67,038
Home equity 723 85,907 86,630
Other residential 1,738 108,449 110,187
Installment and other consumer loans 41,097 14,936 56,033
Total $ 1,083,305 $ 840,203 $ 1,923,508
Allowance for Credit Losses on Loans
The allowance for credit losses on loans is calculated in accordance with ASC 326 based on management's best estimate of current expected credit losses over the loans' contractual terms, adjusted for estimated prepayments where applicable. The contractual terms exclude anticipated extensions, renewals and modifications, except for reasonably expected extensions of certain troubled debt restructure loans. Relevant available information includes historical credit loss experience, current conditions and reasonable and supportable forecasts. While historical credit loss experience provides the basis for the estimation of expected credit losses, adjustments to historical loss information may be made for differences in current portfolio-specific risk characteristics, environmental conditions or other relevant factors. All specifically identifiable and quantifiable losses are charged off against the allowance. The ultimate adequacy of the allowance depends on a variety of complex factors, some of which may be beyond management's control, such as volatility in the real estate market, changes in interest rates and economic and political environments. Based on the current conditions of the loan portfolio and reasonable and supportable forecasts, management believes that the $23.0 million allowance for credit losses at December 31, 2022 was adequate to absorb expected credit losses in our loan portfolio. For additional information on our allowance for credit losses methodology, refer to Notes 1 and 3 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8 of this report.
The allowance for credit losses to loans was 1.10% at December 31, 2022 and 1.02% at December 31, 2021. The allowance for credit losses to loans, excluding SBA PPP loans was 1.10% and 1.07% at year-end 2022 and 2021, respectively (for a discussion of this non-GAAP financial measure, refer to ITEM 7, Financial Highlights section of this report).
The $40 thousand decrease in the allowance for credit losses on loans in 2022 was largely due to a $55.4 million decrease in applicable loan balances (excludes the $107.7 million decrease in PPP loans for which there was no allowance) and improvements in the Moody's Analytics' Baseline Forecast of California unemployment rates since December 31, 2021, which decreased the quantitative "modeled" allowance for credit losses. These decreases were partially offset by adjustments to qualitative risk factors to account for the ongoing deterioration in the economic outlook that management believes is not captured in the quantitative portion of the allowance and $23 thousand in net recoveries. For further information, refer to the Provision for Credit Losses section above, and Notes 1 and 3 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8 of this report.
Due to the high credit quality of our loan portfolio experienced to date, net charge-offs have been minimal for the past several years. Net recoveries totaled $23 thousand in 2022, compared to net recoveries of $93 thousand in 2021 and net charge-offs of $1 thousand in 2020.
The following table presents the allowance for credit losses on loans by loan class in accordance with the methodology described in Note 1 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8 of this report, as well as the percentage of total loans in each of the same loan classes as of December 31, 2022 and 2021.
Allocation of the Allowance for Credit Losses
(dollars in thousands; unaudited) Commercial and industrial Commercial real estate, owner-occupied Commercial real estate, investor-owned Construction Home equity Other residential Installment and other consumer Unallocated Total
December 31, 2022
Modeled expected credit losses $ 1,079 $ 1,497 $ 7,937 $ 453 $ 504 $ 571 $ 610 $ - $ 12,651
Qualitative adjustments 706 990 4,739 1,484 54 24 258 2,068 10,323
Specific allocations 9 - - - - - - - 9
Total $ 1,794 $ 2,487 $ 12,676 $ 1,937 $ 558 $ 595 $ 868 $ 2,068 $ 22,983
Loans as a percent of total loans 8.3 % 17.0 % 56.9 % 5.5 % 4.2 % 5.4 % 2.7 % N/A 100.0 %
December 31, 2021
Modeled expected credit losses $ 1,067 $ 2,045 $ 8,974 $ 503 $ 569 $ 642 $ 450 $ - $ 14,250
Qualitative adjustments 642 731 3,765 1,150 26 2 171 2,286 8,773
Specific allocations - - - - - - - - -
Total $ 1,709 $ 2,776 $ 12,739 $ 1,653 $ 595 $ 644 $ 621 $ 2,286 $ 23,023
Loans as a percent of total loans 13.4 % 17.4 % 52.7 % 5.3 % 3.9 % 5.1 % 2.2 % N/A 100.0 %
The table below shows the activity in the allowance for credit losses for each of the three years presented below.
Allowance for Credit Losses Rollforward
(dollars in thousands; unaudited) 2022 2021 2020
Beginning balance $ 23,023 $ 22,874 $ 16,677
Impact of CECL adoption - - 1,604
(Reversal of) provision for credit losses (63) (1,449) 4,594
Initial allowance for PCD loans - 1,505 -
Loans charged-off:
Commercial and industrial (9) - (30)
Installment and other consumer (23) (5) (1)
Total loans charged-off (32) (5) (31)
Loans recovered:
Commercial and industrial 22 14 27
Real estate:
Construction 33 34 3
Home equity - 50 -
Total loans recovered 55 98 30
Net loans (charged-off) recovered 23 93 (1)
Ending balance $ 22,983 $ 23,023 $ 22,874
Total loans, at amortized cost $ 2,092,546 $ 2,255,645 $ 2,088,556
Average total loans outstanding during year $ 2,175,259 $ 2,155,982 $ 2,023,203
Ratio of allowance for credit losses to total loans at end of year 1.10 % 1.02 % 1.10 %
Net recoveries (charge-offs) to average loans NM NM NM
NM - Not meaningful.
Net charge-offs and recoveries for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 were considered insignificant.
The following shows non-performing loans and loans modified in a TDR as of December 31, 2022 and 2021.
Non-Performing Loans and Troubled Debt Restructurings
(dollars in thousands; unaudited) December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
Non-accrual loans:
Real estate:
Commercial, owner-occupied $ 1,563 $ 7,269
Commercial, investor-owned - 694
Home equity 778 413
Installment and other consumer 91 -
Total non-accrual loans $ 2,432 $ 8,376
Accruing TDR loans:1
Commercial and industrial $ 900 $ 1,183
Real estate:
Commercial, owner-occupied - -
Commercial, investor-owned 160 179
Home equity 255 130
Installment and other consumer 457 607
Total accruing TDR loans $ 1,772 $ 2,099
Total non-accrual and accruing TDR loans $ 4,204 $ 10,475
Criticized and classified loans:
Special mention $ 60,207 $ 73,263
Substandard $ 28,010 $ 36,121
Doubtful $ 99 $ 114
Allowance for credit losses to non-accrual loans 9.45x 2.75x
Non-accrual loans to total loans 0.12 % 0.37 %
1 Excludes TDR loans on non-accrual status that are included above.
Non-Accrual and TDR
Non-accrual loans decreased by $5.9 million in 2022, primarily due to the payoff of two owner-occupied commercial real estate loans totaling $7.1 million and paydowns and the upgrade of a $695 thousand loan to accrual status as a result of improved financial condition and performance, partially offset by $2.0 million in loans designated as non-accrual in 2022. Over 96% of the non-accrual loans as of December 31, 2022 were well-secured by either commercial or residential real estate.
Non-accrual loans decreased by $857 thousand in 2021, primarily due to $1.0 million in payoffs and paydowns, partially offset by a $114 thousand well-secured investor-owned commercial real estate loan assumed in the AMRB acquisition and one $67 thousand home equity loan placed on non-accrual status in 2021.
Total accruing TDR loans were $1.8 million and $2.1 million as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. The $327 thousand decrease in 2022 was primarily due to $425 thousand in paydowns, partially offset by one loan totaling $98 thousand that was designated as TDR during 2022.
The $3.0 million decrease in 2021 was primarily due to $4.0 million in paydowns and payoffs, partially offset by two loans totaling $1.0 million that were designated as TDRs during 2021.
For information regarding temporary relief from TDR accounting afforded by the CARES Act, refer to the Executive Summary section above and Note 3 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8, under “Troubled Debt Restructuring."
Criticized and Classified Loans
Loans designated as special mention decreased by $13.1 million in 2022, primarily due to $30.2 million in upgrades to a pass risk rating, $7.7 million in paydowns and payoffs, and $3.6 million in downgrades from special mention to substandard. These decreases were partially offset by $27.8 million in downgrades from pass to special mention and $695 thousand in upgrades from substandard to special mention during 2022. Of the $27.8 million in
downgrades to special mention, $22.5 million (or 81%) was well-secured by commercial real estate and the remaining $5.3 million commercial loans had strong support.
Loans designated as special mention decreased by $13.6 million in 2021, primarily due to $33.1 million in upgrades to a pass risk rating, $18.9 million in paydowns and payoffs, and two loans that were downgraded from special mention to substandard totaling $5.4 million. These decreases were partially offset by $17.2 million in loans that were downgraded from pass/watch, $13.5 million in loans assumed in the AMRB acquisition, and $13.2 million in loans that were upgraded from substandard to special mention during 2021. Of the $17.2 million in downgrades to special mention, $13.2 million (or 77%) was well-secured by commercial real estate and the remaining $4.0 million in commercial loans had strong support. Loans designated as special mention exhibit potential weakness that deserve close attention.
Loans classified substandard decreased by $8.1 million in 2022, primarily due to $16.1 million in paydowns and payoffs and $871 thousand in upgrades to special mention or pass, partially offset by downgrades totaling $8.8 million. Of the downgraded loans, $4.7 million (or 53%) was secured by commercial real estate and $3.6 million (or 41%) was to commercial borrowers. In addition, of the $16.1 million in paydowns and payoffs, $2.7 million was from loans downgraded in 2022.
Loans classified substandard increased by $13.3 million in 2021, primarily due to downgrades totaling $25.4 million and $2.3 million in substandard loans assumed in the AMRB acquisition. Of the downgraded loans, $24.2 million were secured by commercial real estate. The downgrades were partially offset by $13.2 million in upgrades to special mention and $4.2 million in paydowns and payoffs.
Refer to Note 3 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8 of this report for an allocation of criticized and classified loans by loan class.
Other Assets
BOLI totaled $67.1 million at December 31, 2022, compared to $61.5 million at December 31, 2021. The increase of $5.6 million was primarily due to the purchase of $4.7 million in new policies and an increase in the cash surrender value from net investment earnings.
Interest receivable and other assets totaled $79.8 million and $51.4 million at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. The $28.4 million increase was primarily due to a $30.5 million increase in net deferred tax assets as discussed below.
Net deferred tax assets totaled $43.9 million and $13.3 million at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. Deferred tax assets consist primarily of tax benefits expected to be realized in future periods related to temporary differences such as the allowances for credit losses and unfunded loan commitments, net operating loss carryforwards, and deferred compensation and salary continuation plans. The $30.5 million increase in 2022 was primarily due to a $30.2 million increase in deferred tax assets related to changes in unrealized losses on available-for-sale investment securities, a $466 thousand increase in deferred tax assets related to state franchise tax and a $441 thousand decrease in deferred tax liabilities related to core deposit intangibles. These increases to net deferred tax assets were partially offset by a $430 thousand decrease in deferred tax assets related to the decrease in deferred compensation and salary continuation plans. Management believes deferred tax assets will be realizable due to our consistent record of earnings and the expectation that earnings will continue at a level adequate to realize such benefits. Therefore, no valuation allowance was established as of December 31, 2022 or 2021. For additional information, refer to Note 11 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8 of this report.
We held $16.7 million of FHLB stock recorded at cost in other assets at December 31, 2022 and 2021. The FHLB paid $1.0 million, $760 thousand and $654 thousand in cash dividends in 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively. For additional information, refer to Note 2 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8 of this report.
Accrued interest on investment securities totaled $6.9 million and $4.8 million at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. The increase was due to purchases of $563.4 million in securities.
Deposits
Deposits decreased by $235.2 million, to $3.573 billion at December 31, 2022, compared to $3.809 billion at December 31, 2021. Non-interest bearing deposits decreased by $71 million in 2022 and made up 51% of total deposits at year-end. The decline was a result of anticipated outflows due to planned business activities by a few large clients, some customers moving into alternative investments and normal year-end fluctuations. See ITEM 1A, Risk Factors, for a discussion of potential risks associated with concentrations and volatility due to activity of our large deposit customers. Our relationship banking model is the foundation for the strong deposit base and allows us to proactively and strategically address changes in the interest rate environment and technology adoption by our customers. With our low cost of deposits, the Bank is well-positioned to implement deposit retention strategies.
Distribution of Average Deposits
The table below shows the relative composition of our average deposits for 2022 and 2021. For average rates paid on deposits, refer to Average Statements of Condition and Analysis of Net Interest Income table in ITEM 7 - Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.
As of December 31,
2022 2021
(in thousands; unaudited) Average Amount Percent of Total Average Amount Percent of Total
Non-interest bearing $ 1,993,374 52.0 % $ 1,628,289 52.7 %
Interest-bearing transaction 294,682 7.7 217,924 7.0
Savings 341,710 8.9 268,397 8.7
Money market 1
1,065,103 27.8 864,625 27.9
Time deposits, including CDARS: 140,547 3.6 115,393 3.7
Total average deposits $ 3,835,416 100.0 % $ 3,094,628 100.0 %
1 Money market balances include Insured Cash Sweep® ("ICS") in both 2022 and 2021. Demand Deposit Marketplace SM ("DDM") and ICS balances are discussed in Note 6 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8 of this report.
Total estimated uninsured deposits as of December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 were $1.584 billion and $1.830 billion, respectively.
Maturities of Uninsured Time Deposits
The following table shows time deposits by account that are in excess of $250,000 by time remaining to maturity at December 31, 2022.
December 31, 2022
(in thousands; unaudited) Total Uninsured Portion
Three months or less $ 16,758 $ 9,258
Over three months through six months 8,241 5,491
Over six months through twelve months 7,206 3,456
Over twelve months 12,404 5,154
Total $ 44,609 $ 23,359
Borrowings
As of December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively, our total borrowing capacity included $711.6 million and $820.5 million in secured lines of credit with FHLB and $58.7 million and $70.8 million with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco (“FRBSF”). We also had $150.0 million in unsecured lines with correspondent banks to cover any short-term borrowing needs at December 31, 2022 and 2021. FHLB overnight borrowings at December 31, 2022 were $112.0 million for a net available balance of $599.6 million. There were no overnight borrowings at December 31, 2021. The FRBSF and other correspondent bank lines were not utilized at December 31, 2022 or 2021.
In February 2023, we increased our borrowing capacity at the FHLB by pledging certain held-to-maturity securities to the Securities-Backed Credit Program, which increased our total FHLB borrowing capacity to $1.0372 billion as of February 28, 2023 from $711.6 million as of December 31, 2022.
As part of a bank acquisition, we assumed a subordinated debenture due to the NorCal Community Bancorp Trust II with a contractual balance of $4.1 million. On March 15, 2021, we redeemed the $2.8 million subordinated debenture (accreted value), which carried an average interest rate of 5.68% in 2020. For additional information, see Note 7, Borrowings and Other Obligations, in ITEM 8 of this report.
Deferred Compensation Obligations
We maintain a non-qualified, unfunded deferred compensation plan for certain key management personnel. Under this plan, participating employees may defer compensation, which will entitle them to receive certain payments for up to fifteen years commencing upon retirement, death, disability or termination of employment. The participating employee may elect to receive payments over periods not to exceed fifteen years. A similar Deferred Director Fee Plan entitles participating members of the Board of Directors to receive payments as elected by the participant upon separation from service, death, disability or termination of service. At December 31, 2022 and 2021, our aggregate payment obligations under both plans totaled $7.1 million and $7.9 million, respectively.
Our Salary Continuation Plan ("SERP") provides a percentage of salary continuation benefits to a select group of executive management upon retirement at age sixty-five and reduced benefits upon early retirement. At December 31, 2022 and 2021, our liability under the SERP was $4.7 million and $5.3 million, respectively, and is recorded in interest payable and other liabilities in the Consolidated Statements of Condition. The Plan is unfunded and non-qualified for tax purposes and for purposes of Title I of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974.
Decreases in both the deferred compensation plan and SERP liabilities in 2022 mainly resulted from increases in benefit payments to retired employees. In addition, we increased the discount rate on the SERP payments to reflect market conditions, which reduced the present value of the SERP obligation.
For additional information, see Note 10 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8 of this report.
Capital Adequacy
As discussed in Note 15 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8 of this report, the Bank's capital ratios were above regulatory guidelines to be considered "well capitalized" and Bancorp's ratios exceeded the required minimum ratios for capital adequacy purposes. For further discussion of bank capital requirements, refer to the SUPERVISION AND REGULATION section in ITEM 1 of this report.
The Bank's total risk-based capital ratio increased from 14.4% at December 31, 2021 to 15.7% at December 31, 2022, primarily due to capital creation from net income, partially offset by a $16.2 million dividend to the Holding Company to cover dividends to shareholders and Holding Company operating costs. Bancorp's total risk-based capital ratio was 14.6% at December 31, 2021 and 15.9% at December 31, 2022. Tangible common equity to tangible assets declined to 8.2% at December 31, 2022 from 8.8% at December 31, 2021, primarily due to $71.7 million increase in after-tax unrealized losses on available-for-sale securities associated with interest rate changes since December 31, 2021, partially offset by incremental earnings and the smaller balance sheet in 2022.
Bancorp's share repurchase program and activity are discussed in detail in ITEM 5 and in Note 8 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8 of this report. We expect to maintain strong capital levels and do not expect that we will be required to raise additional capital in 2023. Our anticipated sources of capital in 2023 include future earnings and shares issued under the stock-based compensation program.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
The goal of liquidity management is to provide adequate funds to meet loan demand and to fund operating activities and deposit withdrawals. We accomplish this goal by maintaining an appropriate level of liquid assets and formal lines of credit with the FHLB, FRBSF and correspondent banks that enable us to borrow funds as discussed in Note 7 to the Consolidated Financial Statement in ITEM 8 of this report. Our Asset Liability Management Committee
("ALCO"), which is comprised of independent Bank directors and the Bank's Chief Executive Officer, is responsible for approving and monitoring our liquidity targets and strategies. ALCO has adopted a contingency funding plan that provides early detection of potential liquidity issues in the market or the Bank and institutes prompt responses that may prevent or alleviate a potential liquidity crisis. Management monitors liquidity daily and regularly adjusts our position based on current and future liquidity needs. We also have relationships with third-party deposit networks and can adjust the placement of our deposits via reciprocal or one-way sales as part of our cash management strategy, as discussed in Note 6 to the Consolidated Financial Statement in ITEM 8 of this report.
We obtain funds from the repayment and maturity of loans, deposit inflows, investment security maturities, sales and paydowns, federal funds purchases, FHLB advances, other borrowings, and cash flow from operations. Our primary uses of funds are the origination of loans, the purchase of investment securities, withdrawals of deposits, maturity of certificates of deposit, repayment of borrowings, and dividends to common stockholders.
The most significant component of our daily liquidity position is customer deposits. The attraction and retention of new deposits depends upon the variety and effectiveness of our customer account products, service and convenience, rates paid to customers, and our financial strength. The cash cycles and unique business activities of some of our large commercial depositors may cause short-term fluctuations in their deposit balances held with us.
Our cash and cash equivalents decreased by $302.2 million to $45.4 million at December 31 2022 from $347.6 million at December 31, 2021. Significant uses of liquidity during 2022 were $563.4 million in investment securities purchased, $235.2 million in withdrawals of deposits, $15.7 million in cash dividends paid on common stock to our shareholders, $4.7 million in purchase of bank owned life insurance policies and $1.2 million in common stock repurchases.
The most significant sources of liquidity during 2022 were proceeds from loans collected net of originations totaling $164.0 million, proceeds from principal paydowns, maturities and sales of investment securities totaled $187.9 million and Federal Home Loan Bank borrowings of $112.0 million. In addition, $55.3 million in net cash was provided by operating activities. Refer to the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows in this Form 10-K for additional information on our sources and uses of liquidity. Management anticipates that our current liquidity position and core deposit base are adequate to fund our operations.
Total immediate contingent funding sources, including unrestricted cash, unencumbered available-for-sale securities and total borrowing capacity was $1.7 billion, or 49% of total deposits as of December 31, 2022. In February 2023, we enhanced our borrowing capacity at the FHLB by pledging certain held-to-maturity securities to the Securities-Backed Credit Program, increasing the Bank's total immediate contingent funding sources to approximately $2.0 billion, or 59% of deposits as of February 28, 2023. In addition, under the Federal Reserve’s new BTFP facility, the the Bank has the option to add approximately $267 million to its borrowing capacity.
Undrawn credit commitments, as discussed in Note 16 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8 of this report, totaled $566.9 million at December 31, 2022. We expect to fund these commitments to the extent utilized primarily through the repayment of existing loans, deposit growth and liquid assets. Over the next twelve months, $87.0 million of time deposits will mature. We expect to replace these funds with new deposits. Our emphasis on local deposits, combined with our liquid investment portfolio, provides a very stable funding base.
Since Bancorp is a holding company and does not conduct regular banking operations, its primary sources of liquidity are dividends from the Bank. Under the California Financial Code, payment of a dividend from the Bank to Bancorp without advance regulatory approval is restricted to the lesser of the Bank’s retained earnings or the amount of the Bank’s net profits from the previous three fiscal years less the amount of dividends paid during that period. The primary uses of funds for Bancorp are shareholder dividends, ordinary operating expenses and stock repurchases. Bancorp held $4.5 million of cash at December 31, 2022. Management anticipates that there will be sufficient earnings at the Bank to provide dividends to Bancorp to meet its funding requirements for the foreseeable future.

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ITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
ITEM 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
Market risk is defined as the risk of loss arising from an adverse change in the market value (or prices) of financial instruments. A significant component of market risk is interest rate risk, which is inherent in our lending, investment,
borrowing, and deposit gathering activities. The Bank manages interest rate sensitivity to minimize the exposure of our net interest margin, earnings, and capital to changes in interest rates. Interest rate changes can create fluctuations in the net interest margin due to an imbalance in the timing of repricing or maturity of assets or liabilities. Interest rate changes can also affect the market value of our financial instruments, such as available-for-sale securities and the related unrealized gains or losses, which affects our equity value.
To mitigate interest rate risk, the structure of our assets and liabilities is managed with the objective of correlating the effects of interest rate changes on loans and investments with those of deposits and borrowings. The asset liability management policy sets limits on the acceptable amount of change to net interest income and economic value of equity in different interest rate environments.
From time to time, we enter into interest rate swap contracts to mitigate the changes in the fair value of specified long-term fixed-rate loans and firm commitments to enter into long-term fixed-rate loans caused by changes in interest rates. Refer to Note 14 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in ITEM 8 of this report.
ALCO and the Board of Directors review our exposure to interest rate risk at least quarterly. We use simulation models to measure interest rate risk and to evaluate strategies to improve profitability. A simplified static statement of condition is prepared on a quarterly basis as a starting point, using instrument level data of our actual loans, investments, borrowings and deposits as inputs. If potential changes to net equity value and net interest income resulting from hypothetical interest rate changes are not within the limits established by the Board of Directors, management may adjust the asset and liability mix to bring the risk position within approved limits or take other actions. At December 31, 2022, interest rate risk was within policy guidelines established by ALCO and the Board. One set of interest rates modeled and evaluated against flat interest rates and a static balance sheet is a series of immediate parallel shifts in the yield curve. Our most recent analysis of our interest rate sensitivity is provided in the following table as an example rather than an expectation of likely interest rate movements.
Effect of Interest Rate Change on Net Interest Income (NII)
Immediate Changes in Interest Rates (in basis points) Estimated Change in NII in Year 1 (as percent of NII) Estimated Change in NII in Year 2 (as percent of NII)
up 400 (10.2)% (0.6)%
up 300 (7.7)% (0.5)%
up 200 (5.1)% (0.4)%
up 100 (2.4)% 0.3%
down 100 (0.5)% (2.3)%
down 200 (1.5)% (4.2)%
Interest rate sensitivity is a function of the repricing characteristics of our assets and liabilities. The Bank runs a combination of scenarios and sensitivities in its attempt to capture the range of interest rate risk including the simulations mentioned above. As with any simulation model or other method of measuring interest rate risk, limitations are inherent in the process and dependent on assumptions. For example, if we choose to pay interest on certain business deposits that are currently non-interest bearing, causing those deposits to become rate sensitive in the future, we would become less asset sensitive than the model currently indicates. Additionally, assets and liabilities may react differently to changes in market interest rates in terms of both timing and responsiveness to market rate movements. Important deposit modeling assumptions include the speed of deposit run-off and the amount by which interest-bearing deposit rates increase or decrease when market interest rates change, otherwise known as the deposit beta. We applied an average deposit beta of 35% to rates paid on non-maturity interest-bearing deposits in rising rate scenarios, reflected in the table above. The actual rates and timing of prepayments on loans and investment securities could vary significantly from the assumptions applied in the various scenarios. Lastly, uneven changes in different tenors of U.S. Treasury rates that result in changes to the shape of the yield curve could produce different results from those presented in the table. Accordingly, the results presented should not be relied upon as indicative of actual results in the event of changing market interest rates.

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ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA
ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
To the Shareholders and the Board of Directors
Bank of Marin Bancorp
Opinions on the Financial Statements and Internal Control over Financial Reporting
We have audited the accompanying consolidated statements of condition of Bank of Marin Bancorp and Subsidiary (the “Company”) as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, the related consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income, changes in stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2022, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the “consolidated financial statements”). We also have audited the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2022, based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO).
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, and the consolidated results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2022, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Also in our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2022, based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by COSO.
Basis for Opinions
The Company’s management is responsible for these consolidated financial statements, for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting, and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, included in the accompanying Management Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s consolidated financial statements and an opinion on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (“PCAOB”) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud, and whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects.
Our audits of the consolidated financial statements included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures to respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. Our audit of internal control over financial reporting included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, and testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk. Our audits also included performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinions.
Definition and Limitations of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
Critical Audit Matter
The critical audit matter communicated below is a matter arising from the current period audit of the consolidated financial statements that was communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that (1) relates to accounts or disclosures that are material to the consolidated financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgments. The communication of critical audit matters does not alter in any way our opinion on the consolidated financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matter below, providing a separate opinion on the critical audit matter or on the accounts or disclosures to which it relates.
Allowance for Credit Losses for Loans
As discussed in Notes 1 and 3 to the consolidated financial statements, the allowance for credit losses for loans at December 31, 2022, was $23 million on a total loan portfolio of $2.1 billion. The allowance for credit losses provides an estimate of lifetime expected losses in the loan portfolio. The measurement of expected credit losses is based on relevant available information, from internal and external sources, relating to past events, current conditions, and reasonable and supportable forecasts that affect the collectability of the financial assets.
We identified the allowance for credit losses for loans as a critical audit matter. The principal considerations for our determination of the allowance for credit losses for loans as a critical audit matter are subjectivity of the estimation and application of forecasted economic conditions and qualitative internal and external risk factors used in the calculation of the allowance for credit losses for loans. The economic forecast component of the allowance for credit losses for loans is used to compare the conditions that existed during the historical period to current conditions and future expectations. The qualitative internal and external risk factors are used to adjust for differences in segment-specific risk characteristics or conditions that differ from those that existed during the historical period for which the probability of default and loss given default factors were developed. Auditing management’s judgements regarding forecasted economic conditions and qualitative internal and external risk factors applied to the allowance for credit losses for loans involved a high degree of subjectivity.
The primary procedures we performed to address this critical audit matter included:
•Testing the design, implementation, and operating effectiveness of controls related to management’s calculation of the allowance for credit losses for loans, including controls over qualitative internal and external risk factors and the forecasted economic conditions utilized.
•Testing the appropriateness of the methodology used in the calculation of the allowance for credit losses for loans, as well as testing completeness and accuracy of the data used in the calculation, application of the forecasted economic conditions, and qualitative internal and external risk factors determined by management and used in the calculation, and verifying calculations in the allowance for credit losses for loans.
•Obtaining management’s analysis and supporting documentation related to the forecasted economic conditions, and testing whether the forecasts used in the calculation of the allowance for credit losses for loans are reasonable and supportable based on the analysis provided by management.
•Obtaining management’s analysis of internal and external qualitative factors, and evaluating the reasonableness of the assumptions used in determining the qualitative factor adjustments.
/s/ Moss Adams LLP
Portland, Oregon
March 15, 2023
We have served as the Company’s auditor since 2004.
March 15, 2023
Management's Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting
Management of Bank of Marin Bancorp and subsidiary, (the "Company") is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting. Internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"). The Company's internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the Company's assets; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP, and that receipts and expenditures are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and board of directors; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention, or timely detection and correction of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the Company's assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
Management conducted an assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2022, utilizing the framework established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). Based on this assessment, management has concluded that the Company maintained effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2022.
The Company's independent registered public accounting firm, Moss Adams LLP, has issued an attestation report on our internal control over financial reporting, which appears on the previous page.
/s/ Timothy D. Myers
Timothy D. Myers, President and Chief Executive Officer
/s/ Tani Girton
Tani Girton, EVP and Chief Financial Officer
BANK OF MARIN BANCORP
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CONDITION
December 31, 2022 and 2021
(in thousands, except share data) 2022 2021
Assets
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash $ 45,424 $ 347,641
Investment securities:
Held-to-maturity, at amortized cost (net of zero allowance for credit losses at December 31, 2022 and 2021)
972,207 342,222
Available-for-sale, at fair value (net of zero allowance for credit losses at December 31, 2022 and 2021)
802,096 1,167,568
Total investment securities 1,774,303 1,509,790
Loans, at amortized cost 2,092,546 2,255,645
Allowance for credit losses on loans (22,983) (23,023)
Loans, net of allowance for credit losses on loans 2,069,563 2,232,622
Goodwill 72,754 72,754
Bank-owned life insurance 67,066 61,473
Operating lease right-of-use assets 24,821 23,604
Bank premises and equipment, net 8,134 7,558
Core deposit intangible, net 5,116 6,605
Other real estate owned 455 800
Interest receivable and other assets 79,828 51,362
Total assets $ 4,147,464 $ 4,314,209
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
Liabilities
Deposits:
Non-interest bearing $ 1,839,114 $ 1,910,240
Interest bearing:
Transaction accounts 287,651 290,813
Savings accounts 338,163 340,959
Money market accounts 989,390 1,116,303
Time accounts 119,030 150,235
Total deposits 3,573,348 3,808,550
Borrowings and other obligations 112,439 419
Operating lease liabilities 26,639 25,429
Interest payable and other liabilities 22,946 29,443
Total liabilities 3,735,372 3,863,841
Commitments and contingent liabilities (Note 12)
Stockholders' Equity
Preferred stock, no par value,
Authorized - 5,000,000 shares, none issued
- -
Common stock, no par value,
Authorized - 30,000,000 shares;
Issued and outstanding - 16,029,138 and 15,929,243 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively
215,057 212,524
Retained earnings 270,781 239,868
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax (73,746) (2,024)
Total stockholders' equity 412,092 450,368
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 4,147,464 $ 4,314,209
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
BANK OF MARIN BANCORP
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS) INCOME
Years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020
(in thousands, except per share amounts) 2022 2021 2020
Interest income
Interest and fees on loans $ 93,868 $ 91,612 $ 84,674
Interest on investment securities 34,766 16,342 14,503
Interest on federal funds sold and due from banks 1,407 399 461
Total interest income 130,041 108,353 99,638
Interest expense
Interest on interest-bearing transaction accounts 421 172 186
Interest on savings accounts 125 94 68
Interest on money market accounts 1,589 1,520 2,009
Interest on time accounts 323 246 554
Interest on borrowings and other obligations 91 9 4
Interest on subordinated debenture - 1,361 158
Total interest expense 2,549 3,402 2,979
Net interest income 127,492 104,951 96,659
(Reversal of) provision for credit losses on loans (63) (1,449) 4,594
(Reversal of) provision for credit losses on unfunded loan commitments (318) (992) 1,570
Net interest income after (reversal of) provision for credit losses 127,873 107,392 90,495
Non-interest income
Wealth Management and Trust Services 2,227 2,222 1,851
Debit card interchange fees, net 2,051 1,812 1,438
Service charges on deposit accounts 2,007 1,593 1,314
Earnings on bank-owned life insurance, net 1,229 2,194 973
Dividends on Federal Home Loan Bank stock 1,056 760 654
Merchant interchange fees, net 549 422 239
(Losses) gains on sale of investment securities, net (63) (16) 915
Other income 1,849 1,145 1,166
Total non-interest income 10,905 10,132 8,550
Non-interest expense
Salaries and employee benefits 42,046 41,939 34,393
Occupancy and equipment 7,823 7,297 6,943
Data processing 4,649 5,139 3,184
Professional services 3,299 4,974 2,181
Depreciation and amortization 1,840 1,740 2,149
Information technology 2,197 1,550 1,050
Amortization of core deposit intangible 1,489 1,135 853
Directors' expense 1,107 957 713
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation insurance 1,179 889 474
Charitable contributions 709 587 1,034
Other real estate owned 359 5 -
Other expense 8,572 6,426 5,484
Total non-interest expense 75,269 72,638 58,458
Income before provision for income taxes 63,509 44,886 40,587
Provision for income taxes 16,923 11,658 10,345
Net income $ 46,586 $ 33,228 $ 30,242
Net income per common share:
Basic $ 2.93 $ 2.32 $ 2.24
Diluted $ 2.92 $ 2.30 $ 2.22
Weighted average common shares:
Basic 15,921 14,340 13,525
Diluted 15,969 14,422 13,617
Comprehensive (loss) income:
Net income $ 46,586 $ 33,228 $ 30,242
Other comprehensive (loss) income:
Change in net unrealized gains or losses on available-for-sale securities (88,620) (21,281) 11,891
Reclassification adjustment for losses (gains) on available-for-sale securities in net income 63 16 (915)
Net unrealized losses on securities transferred from available-for-sale to held-to-maturity (14,847) - -
Amortization of net unrealized losses on securities transferred from available-for-sale to held-to-maturity 1,580 493 524
Other comprehensive (loss) income, before tax (101,824) (20,772) 11,500
Deferred tax (benefit) expense (30,102) (6,147) 3,402
Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax (71,722) (14,625) 8,098
Comprehensive (loss) income $ (25,136) $ 18,603 $ 38,340
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
BANK OF MARIN BANCORP
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020
(in thousands, except share data) Common Stock Retained
Earnings Accumulated Other Comprehensive
Income (Loss),
Net of Taxes Total
Shares Amount
Balance at December 31, 2019 13,577,008 $ 129,058 $ 203,227 $ 4,503 $ 336,788
Net income - - 30,242 - 30,242
Other comprehensive income, net of tax - - - 8,098 8,098
Cumulative effect of change in accounting principal ASU 2016-131
- - (1,216) - (1,216)
Stock options exercised, net of shares surrendered for cashless exercises and tax withholdings 65,407 1,304 - - 1,304
Stock issued under employee stock purchase plan 2,392 72 - - 72
Stock issued under employee stock ownership plan 39,900 1,289 - - 1,289
Restricted stock granted 29,100 - - - -
Restricted stock surrendered for tax withholdings upon vesting (2,200) (73) - - (73)
Restricted stock forfeited / cancelled (14,314) - - - -
Stock-based compensation - stock options - 319 - - 319
Stock-based compensation - restricted stock - 884 - - 884
Cash dividends paid on common stock ($0.92 per share)
- - (12,506) - (12,506)
Stock purchased by directors under director stock plan 1,146 43 - - 43
Stock issued in payment of director fees 5,723 217 - - 217
Stock repurchased, including commissions (203,709) (7,208) - - (7,208)
Balance at December 31, 2020 13,500,453 $ 125,905 $ 219,747 $ 12,601 $ 358,253
Net income - - 33,228 - 33,228
Other comprehensive loss - - - (14,625) (14,625)
Stock options exercised, net of shares surrendered for cashless exercises and tax withholdings 36,338 463 - - 463
Stock issued under employee stock purchase plan 2,648 90 - - 90
Stock issued under employee stock ownership plan 36,075 1,330 - - 1,330
Restricted stock granted 30,742 - - - -
Restricted stock surrendered for tax withholdings upon vesting (4,211) (166) - - (166)
Restricted stock forfeited / cancelled (3,848) - - - -
Stock-based compensation - stock options - 491 - - 491
Stock-based compensation - restricted stock - 481 - - 481
Cash dividends paid on common stock ($0.94 per share)
- - (13,107) - (13,107)
Stock purchased by directors under director stock plan 1,034 34 - - 34
Stock issued in payment of director fees 6,443 217 - - 217
Stock issued to American River Bankshares shareholders 3,441,235 124,401 - - 124,401
Stock repurchased, including commissions (1,117,666) (40,722) - - (40,722)
Balance at December 31, 2021 15,929,243 $ 212,524 $ 239,868 $ (2,024) $ 450,368
Net income - - 46,586 - 46,586
Other comprehensive loss - - - (71,722) (71,722)
Stock options exercised, net of shares surrendered for cashless exercises and tax withholdings 40,674 821 - - 821
Stock issued under employee stock purchase plan 2,025 62 - - 62
Stock issued under employee stock ownership plan 38,000 1,233 - - 1,233
Restricted stock granted 46,672 - - - -
Restricted stock surrendered for tax withholdings upon vesting (1,169) (40) - - (40)
Restricted stock forfeited / cancelled (13,692) - - - -
Stock-based compensation - stock options - 251 - - 251
Stock-based compensation - restricted stock - 712 - - 712
Cash dividends paid on common stock ($0.98 per share)
- - (15,673) - (15,673)
Stock purchased by directors under director stock plan 515 16 - - 16
Stock issued in payment of director fees 10,145 355 - - 355
Stock repurchased, including commissions (23,275) (877) - - (877)
Balance at December 31, 2022 16,029,138 $ 215,057 $ 270,781 $ (73,746) $ 412,092
1 Refer to Note 1, Summary of Accounting Policies, for information on the adoption of ASU 2016-13 in 2020.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
BANK OF MARIN BANCORP
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
Years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020
(in thousands) 2022 2021 2020
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:
Net income $ 46,586 $ 33,228 $ 30,242
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
(Reversal of) provision for credit losses on loans (63) (1,449) 4,594
(Reversal of) provision for credit losses on unfunded loan commitments (318) (992) 1,570
Noncash contribution expense to employee stock ownership plan 1,233 1,330 1,289
Noncash director compensation expense 355 217 217
Stock-based compensation expense 963 972 1,203
Amortization of core deposit intangible 1,489 1,135 853
Amortization of investment security premiums, net of accretion of discounts 9,056 5,799 1,354
Amortization of premiums (accretion of discounts) on acquired loans, net 153 (571) (165)
Accretion of discount on subordinated debenture - 1,347 69
Net change in deferred loan origination costs/fees (2,716) (3,155) 5,040
Write-down of other real estate owned 345 - -
Losses (gains) on sale of investment securities, net 63 16 (915)
Depreciation and amortization 1,840 1,740 2,149
Earnings on bank-owned life insurance policies (1,229) (2,194) (973)
Net changes in interest receivable and other assets 2,228 5,554 (5,135)
Net changes in interest payable and other liabilities (4,708) 2,276 (547)
Total adjustments 8,691 12,025 10,603
Net cash provided by operating activities 55,277 45,253 40,845
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:
Purchase of held-to-maturity securities (319,937) (305,329) -
Purchase of available-for-sale securities (243,459) (620,236) (97,544)
Proceeds from sale of available-for-sale securities 10,664 6,632 33,756
Proceeds from paydowns/maturities of held-to-maturity securities 47,098 71,682 28,144
Proceeds from paydowns/maturities of available-for-sale securities 130,178 110,059 114,991
Loan principal collected, net of originations 164,019 256,856 (249,337)
Purchase of bank-owned life insurance policies (4,714) (1,943) (941)
Cash receipts from bank-owned life insurance policies 350 2,478 -
Purchase of premises and equipment (2,266) (1,044) (981)
Cash and cash equivalents acquired from American River Bankshares - 140,577 -
Purchase of Federal Home Loan Bank stock - - (176)
Cash paid for low income housing tax credit investment (30) (398) (1,355)
Net cash used in investing activities (218,097) (340,666) (173,443)
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:
Net (decrease) increase in deposits (235,202) 514,279 167,760
Federal Home Loan Bank borrowings (repayment) 112,000 (13,885) -
Repayment of finance lease obligations (131) (86) (172)
Repayment of subordinated debenture including execution costs - (4,126) -
Proceeds from stock options exercised 821 463 1,304
Restricted stock surrendered for tax withholdings upon vesting (40) (166) (73)
Cash dividends paid on common stock (15,673) (13,107) (12,506)
Stock repurchased, including commissions (1,250) (40,762) (6,898)
Proceeds from stock issued under employee and director stock purchase plans 78 124 115
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities (139,397) 442,734 149,530
Net (decrease) increase in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash (302,217) 147,321 16,932
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period 347,641 200,320 183,388
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period $ 45,424 $ 347,641 $ 200,320
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Cash paid in interest $ 2,560 $ 2,105 $ 2,948
Cash paid in income taxes $ 14,325 $ 12,350 $ 13,065
Supplemental disclosure of noncash investing and financing activities:
Change in net unrealized gain or loss on available-for-sale securities $ (88,620) $ (21,281) $ 11,891
Cumulative effect of change in accounting principle ASU 2016-13 $ - $ - $ (1,216)
Amortization of net unrealized loss on available-for-sale securities transferred to held-to-maturity $ 1,580 $ 493 $ 524
Repurchase of stock not yet settled $ - $ 373 $ 413
Securities transferred from available-for-sale to held-to-maturity $ 357,482 $ - $ -
Acquisition: Fair value of assets acquired, excluding cash and cash equivalents $ - $ 757,844 $ -
Fair value of liabilities assumed $ - $ 816,558 $ -
Restricted cash 1
$ - $ 4,395 $ 2,700
1Restricted cash includes reserve requirements held with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco and other cash pledged. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Federal Reserve reduced the reserve requirement ratios to zero percent effective March 26, 2020.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 1: Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Nature of Operations - Bank of Marin Bancorp ("Bancorp"), headquartered in Novato, California, conducts business primarily through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Bank of Marin (the "Bank"), a California state-chartered commercial bank that provides a wide range of financial services through 31 retail branches and 8 commercial banking offices across 10 counties, including Alameda, Amador, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, Placer, Sacramento, San Francisco, San Mateo and Sonoma. Our customer base is made up of business, not-for-profit and personal banking relationships from the communities within our Northern California footprint.
Basis of Presentation - The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Bancorp, a bank holding company, and its wholly-owned bank subsidiary, Bank of Marin, a California state-chartered commercial bank. References to “we,” “our,” “us” mean Bancorp and the Bank that are consolidated for financial reporting purposes. Our accounting and reporting policies conform to U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"), general practice, and regulatory guidance within the banking industry. A summary of our significant policies follows. All material intercompany transactions have been eliminated. We monitor financial performance and evaluate the revenue streams of the various products, services, locations, and operations on a company-wide basis. Accordingly, all of the community banking and wealth management and trust services are considered by management to be aggregated into one reportable operating segment, community banking. We evaluated subsequent events through the date of filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and determined there were no subsequent events that required additional recognition or disclosure.
Accounting Changes and Reclassifications - Certain items in prior financial statements have been reclassified to conform to the current presentation, including the reclassification of the provision for credit losses on unfunded commitments in the second quarter of 2021 from non-interest expense to a separate line item under the provision for credit losses on loans in the consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income. In addition, on December 31, 2020, we adopted Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2016-13, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments and all applicable amendments as subsequently updated for certain clarifications, targeted relief and codification improvements. Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) Topic 326 (“ASC 326”) replaced the incurred loss method for measuring credit losses with a current expected credit loss ("CECL") method for financial assets recorded at amortized cost (i.e., loans originated by us and held-to-maturity investment securities). The previous incurred loss method included a general allowance on loans for known and inherent losses within the portfolio, which reflected adjusted historical loss rates and a specific allowance component for impaired loans. The CECL method requires the measurement of all expected credit losses for financial assets measured at amortized cost and certain off-balance-sheet credit exposures to consider credit losses expected to be incurred over the life of the financial asset based on past events, current conditions, and reasonable and supportable forecasts. ASC 326 also requires enhanced disclosures related to the significant estimates and judgments used in estimating credit losses, as well as the credit quality and underwriting standards. In addition, ASC 326 include certain changes to the accounting for available-for-sale investment securities including the requirement to recognize an allowance when management intends to sell or believes that it is more likely than not they will be required to sell the security before recovery of its amortized cost.
ASC 326 was effective January 1, 2020. However, in accordance with the accounting relief provisions of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security ("CARES") Act passed in March 2020, we postponed the adoption of the CECL standard to the earlier of the end of the national emergency or December 31, 2020. Therefore, we adopted this standard using the modified retrospective method for all financial assets measured at amortized cost, and off-balance-sheet credit exposures, effective October 1, 2020 (the beginning of the first reporting period in which the standard was effective due to the postponement of CECL) through a cumulative adjustment to retained earnings. Results for reporting periods beginning after September 30, 2020 have been presented under the new standard while prior period amounts continue to be reported in accordance with previously applicable GAAP. Upon adoption, we recorded a cumulative adjustment to retained earnings, net of taxes, based on economic forecasts and other assumptions as of January 1, 2020. That adjustment resulted in an increase to our allowance for credit losses of $1.6 million and an increase to the allowance for unfunded loan commitments of $122 thousand. In addition, we recognized the remaining difference between the allowance for credit losses calculated under the CECL model as of December 31, 2020 and the allowance for credit losses calculated under the incurred loss model as of September 30, 2020 as a reversal of the provision for credit losses and a provision for credit losses on unfunded loan commitments, as shown in the tables below.
The following tables show the impact to our financial statement line items due to adoption of ASC 326 as of and during the quarter ended December 31, 2020.
(in thousands) Pre-Tax Increase (Decrease) Upon the Adoption of CECL Deferred Tax Effect After Tax Impact of Adoption of CECL
Impact to allowance for credit losses on loans:
Allowance for credit losses on loans $ 748
Retained earnings (cumulative transition adjustment) $ (1,604) $ 474 $ (1,130)
Net income (reversal of provision for credit losses on loans) $ 856 $ (253) $ 603
Impact to allowance for credit losses on unfunded loan commitments:
Allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments $ 1,082
Retained earnings (cumulative transition adjustment) $ (122) $ 36 $ (86)
Net income (provision for credit losses on unfunded commitments) $ (960) $ 284 $ (676)
The following table shows the impact on the allowance for credit losses due to the transition from the incurred loss method to the CECL method by loan class.
(in thousands) Pre-Adoption Balance at
September 30, 2020 Cumulative Transition Adjustment 1
Post Adoption Adjusted Balance at
October 1, 2020
Allowance for credits losses on loans:
Commercial and industrial $ 2,525 $ (278) $ 2,247
Real estate:
Commercial owner-occupied 3,135 138 3,273
Commercial investor-owned 11,624 1,755 13,379
Construction 860 201 1,061
Home equity 1,038 (361) 677
Other residential 1,260 (212) 1,048
Installment and other consumer loans 406 (125) 281
Unallocated 1,265 486 1,751
Total $ 22,113 $ 1,604 $ 23,717
Allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments $ 1,697 $ 122 $ 1,819
1 The cumulative transition adjustment resulted from applying the CECL method, which was based on economic forecasts and other assumptions as of January 1, 2020. Refer to Note 3, Loans and Allowance for Credit Losses, for more information.
The Bank did not record an allowance for credit losses on available-for-sale or held-to-maturity investment securities upon the adoption of CECL as the investment portfolio consisted primarily of debt securities backed by the U.S. government and high credit quality obligations of state and political subdivisions. Refer to Note 2, Investment Securities, for more information.
In the second quarter of 2021, we reclassified the provision for credit losses on unfunded commitments from non-interest expense to a separate line item under the provision for credit losses on loans in the consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income.
Use of Estimates - The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Significant accounting estimates reflected in the consolidated financial statements include the allowance for credit losses, income taxes, and fair value measurements (including fair values of acquired assets and assumed liabilities at acquisition dates) as discussed in the Notes herein.
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash - include cash, due from banks, federal funds sold and other short-term investments with maturities of less than three months at the time of purchase. Restricted cash includes balances not immediately available for business operations such as Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco reserve requirements and cash pledged for interest rate swap contracts and local agency deposits.
Investment Securities - are classified as "held-to-maturity," "trading securities" or "available-for-sale." Investments classified as held-to-maturity are those that we have the ability and intent to hold until maturity and are reported at cost, adjusted for the amortization or accretion of premiums or discounts. Investments held for resale in anticipation of short-term market movements are classified as trading securities and are reported at fair value, with unrealized gains and losses included in earnings. Investments that are neither held-to-maturity nor trading are classified as available-for-sale and are reported at fair value. Unrealized gains and losses for available-for-sale securities, net of related taxes, are reported as a separate component of comprehensive (loss) income and included in stockholders' equity until realized. For discussion of our methodology in determining fair value, see Note 9, Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities.
Purchase premiums and discounts on investment securities are amortized or accreted over the life of the related security as an adjustment to yield using the effective interest method. For certain callable debt securities purchased at a premium, we amortize the premium to the earliest call date.
Dividend and interest income are recognized when earned. Realized gains and losses on the sale of securities are included in non-interest income. The specific identification method is used to calculate realized gains and losses on sales of securities.
Securities transferred from the available-for-sale category to the held-to-maturity category are recorded at fair value at the date of transfer. Unrealized holding gains or losses on the dates of the transfer of securities from available-for-sale to held-to-maturity are included in the balance of accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax, in the consolidated balance sheets. These unrealized holding gains or losses on the dates of transfer are amortized over the remaining life of the securities as yield adjustments in a manner consistent with the amortization or accretion of the original purchase premium or discount on the associated security.
Allowance for Credit Losses on Investment Securities - The allowance for credit losses on held-to-maturity securities is a contra-asset valuation account determined in accordance with ASC 326, which is deducted from the securities' amortized cost basis at the balance sheet date as a result of management's assessment of the net amount expected to be collected. The allowance is measured on a pooled basis for securities with similar risk characteristics using historical credit loss information, adjusted for current conditions and reasonable and supportable forecasts. Securities that are determined to be uncollectible are written off against the allowance.
For available-for-sale securities in an unrealized loss position ("impaired security"), we assess whether 1) we intend to sell the security, or, 2) it is more likely than not that we will be required to sell the security before recovery of its amortized cost basis. Under either of these conditions, the security's amortized cost is written down to fair value through a charge to previously recognized allowances or earnings, as applicable. For impaired securities that do not meet these conditions, we assess whether the decline in fair value was due to credit loss or other factors. This assessment considers, among other things: 1) the extent to which the fair value is less than amortized cost, 2) the financial condition and near-term prospects of the issuer, 3) any changes to the rating of the security by a rating agency, and 4) our intent and ability to retain the investment for a period of time sufficient to allow for any anticipated recovery in fair value. If the present value of cash flows expected to be collected is less than the amortized cost basis, a credit loss exists and an allowance for credit losses is recorded for the credit loss component. Any impairment due to non-credit-related factors that has not been recorded through an allowance for credit losses is recognized in other comprehensive (loss) income. The discount rate used in determining the present value of the expected cash flows is based on the effective interest rate implicit in the security at the date of purchase.
Accrued interest receivable is excluded from the amortized costs and fair values of both held-to-maturity and available-for-sale securities and included in interest receivable and other assets on the consolidated statements of condition. Investment securities are placed on non-accrual status when principal or interest is contractually past due more than ninety days, or management does not expect full payment of principal and interest. We do not record an allowance for credit losses for accrued interest on investment securities, as the amounts are written-off when the investment is placed on non-accrual status. There were no non-accrual investment securities in any of the years presented in the consolidated financial statements.
Originated Loans - are reported at amortized cost, which is the principal amount outstanding net of deferred fees (costs), purchase premiums (discounts) and net charge-offs (recoveries). Amortized cost excludes accrued interest,
which is reflected in interest receivable and other assets in the consolidated statements of condition. We do not measure an allowance for credit losses on accrued interest receivable balances because these balances are written off in a timely manner as a reduction to interest income when loans are placed on non-accrual status as discussed below. Interest income is accrued daily using the simple interest method. Fees collected upon loan origination and certain direct costs of originating loans are deferred and recognized over the contractual lives of the related loans as yield adjustments using the interest method or straight-line method, as applicable. Upon prepayment or other disposition of the underlying loans before their contractual maturities, any associated unearned fees or unamortized costs are recognized.
Acquired Loans - ASC 326 modified the accounting for purchased loans and requires that an allowance for credit losses be established at the date of acquisition. However, for purchased financial assets with a more-than-insignificant amount of credit deterioration since origination (“PCD assets”) that are measured at amortized cost, the initial allowance for credit losses is added to the purchase price rather than reported as a provision for credit losses. Subsequent changes in the allowance for credit losses on PCD assets are recognized through the provision for credit losses.
Past-Due and Non-Accrual Loan Policy - A loan is considered past due when a payment has not been received by the contractual due date. Loans are placed on non-accrual status when management believes that there is substantial doubt as to the collection of principal or interest, generally when they become contractually past due by 90 days or more with respect to principal or interest, except for loans that are well-secured and in the process of collection. When loans are placed on non-accrual status, any accrued but uncollected interest is reversed from current-period interest income and the amortization of deferred loan origination fees and costs is suspended. Interest payments received on nonaccrual loans are either applied against principal or reported as interest income, according to management’s judgment as to the ultimate collectability of principal. We may return non-accrual loans to accrual status when one of the following occurs:
•The borrower has resumed paying the full amount of the principal and interest and we are satisfied with the borrower's financial position. In order to meet this test, we must have received repayment of all past due principal and interest, unless the amounts contractually due are reasonably assured of repayment within a reasonable period of time, and there has been a sustained period of repayment performance (generally, six consecutive monthly payments), according to the original contractual terms or modified terms for loans whose contractual terms have been restructured in a manner which grants a concession to a borrower experiencing financial difficulties (“troubled debt restructuring”).
•The loan has become well secured and is in the process of collection.
Loan Charge-Off Policy - For all loan types excluding overdraft accounts, we generally make a charge-off determination at or before 90 days past due. A collateral-dependent loan is partially charged down to the fair value of collateral securing it if: (1) it is deemed uncollectable, or (2) it has been classified as a loss by either our internal loan review process or external examiners. A non-collateral-dependent loan is partially charged down to its net realizable value under the same circumstances. Overdraft accounts are generally charged off when they exceed 60 days past due.
Troubled Debt Restructured Loans - Our loan portfolio includes certain loans modified in a troubled debt restructuring (“TDR”), where we have granted economic concessions to borrowers experiencing financial difficulties. These concessions typically result from our loss mitigation activities and may include reductions in the interest rate, payment extensions, forgiveness of principal, forbearance or other actions. TDRs on non-accrual status at the time of restructure may be returned to accruing status after management considers the borrower’s sustained repayment performance for a reasonable period, generally six months, and obtains reasonable assurance of repayment and performance. Additionally, we may remove a loan from TDR designation if it meets all of the following conditions:
•The loan is subsequently refinanced or restructured at current market interest rates and the new terms are consistent with the treatment of creditworthy borrowers under regular underwriting standards;
•The borrower is no longer considered to be in financial difficulty;
•Performance on the loan is reasonably assured; and
•Existing loan did not have any forgiveness of principal or interest.
Section 4013 of the 2020 CARES Act, subsequently amended by section 541 of the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act of 2020 ("Economic Aid Act"), provided optional, temporary relief from evaluating loans that may have been considered TDRs under GAAP. This relief applies to loan modifications executed between March 1, 2020 and the earlier of 60 days after the national emergency is terminated or January 1, 2022. The Bank elected to apply these temporary accounting provisions to payment relief loans beginning in March 2020. Accordingly, modifications that met certain criteria of the CARES Act were not categorized as troubled debt restructurings during 2021 and 2020. There were no loans remaining under this payment relief program as of December 31, 2022.
Collateral Dependent Loans - A loan is collateral dependent when the borrower is experiencing financial difficulty and repayment is expected to be provided substantially through the sale or operation of the collateral. For collateral dependent loans, including those for which management determines foreclosure is probable, each loan is individually evaluated and the allowance for credit losses is based on the fair value of the collateral, adjusted for estimated selling costs when repayment is expected from the sale of the collateral, less the loan's amortized cost. In determining the fair value, management considers such information as the appraised value of the collateral, observed and potential future changes in collateral value, and historical loss experience for loans that were secured by similar collateral. Generally, with problem credits that are collateral dependent, we obtain appraisals of the collateral at least annually. We may obtain appraisals more frequently if we believe the collateral value is subject to market volatility, if a specific event has affected the collateral, or if we believe foreclosure is imminent.
Allowance for Credit Losses on Loans ("ACL") - is a valuation account that is deducted from the amortized cost basis at the balance sheet date to present the net amount of loans expected to be collected. Amortized cost does not include accrued interest, which management elected to exclude from the estimate of expected credit losses (refer to the Past-Due and Non-Accrual Loan Policy section above). Management estimates the allowance quarterly using relevant available information, from internal and external sources, relating to past events, current conditions, and reasonable and supportable forecasts. Credit loss experience provides the basis for the estimation of expected credit losses.
The ACL model utilizes a discounted cash flow ("DCF") method to measure the expected credit losses on loans collectively evaluated that are sub-segmented by loan pools with similar credit risk characteristics, which are generally comprised of federal regulatory reporting codes (i.e., Call codes). Pooled segments include the following:
•Loans secured by real estate:
- 1-4 family residential construction loans
- Other construction loans and all land development and other land loans
- Secured by farmland (including residential and other improvements)
- Revolving, open-end loans secured by 1-4 family residential properties and extended under lines
of credit
- Closed-end loans secured by 1-4 family residential properties, secured by first liens
- Closed-end loans secured by 1-4 family residential properties, secured by junior liens
- Secured by multifamily (5 or more) residential properties
- Commercial real estate loans secured by owner-occupied non-farm nonresidential properties
- Commercial real estate loans secured by other non-farm nonresidential properties
•Loans to finance agricultural production and other loans to farmers
•Commercial and industrial loans
•Loans to individuals for household, family and other personal expenditures (i.e., consumer loans)
•Municipal entities
•Non-profit organizations
•Other loans (overdraft credit lines)
The DCF method incorporates assumptions for probability of default ("PD"), loss given default ("LGD"), and prepayments and curtailments over the contractual terms of the loans. Under the DCF method, the ACL reflects the difference between the amortized cost basis and the present value of the expected cash flows using the loan's effective rate. We elected to report the change in present values from one reporting period to the next due to the passage of time and changes in the estimate of future expected cash flows through the provision for credit losses, rather than though interest income.
In determining the PD for each pooled segment, the Bank utilized regression analyses to identify certain economic drivers that were considered highly correlated to historical Bank or peer loan default experience. As a result, management chose the California unemployment rate as the primary economic forecast driver for all segments, except for municipal loans. In addition, the annual percentage change in the California gross domestic product was used in the commercial and industrial loan segment. For municipal loans, the ACL model utilized a constant default rate obtained from a nationally recognized default rate study, which is updated annually. A third party provides LGD estimates for each segment based on a banking industry Frye-Jacobs Risk Index approach. The ACL model incorporates a one-year reasonable and supportable forecast of economic factors, updated quarterly, which is based on Moody's Analytics' Baseline Forecast. For periods beyond the forecast horizon, the economic factors revert to historical averages on a straight-line basis over a one-year period.
Expected credit losses are estimated over the contractual term of the loans, adjusted for expected prepayments and curtailments, when appropriate. The pooled loans' contractual loan terms exclude extensions, renewals, and modifications unless one or more of the following applies: 1) management has a reasonable expectation at the reporting date that a troubled debt restructuring will be executed with an individual borrower, 2) the extension or renewal options are included in the original or modified contract, or 3) an existing troubled debt restructuring is within six months of maturity.
Loans that do not share the same risk characteristics as pooled loans are evaluated individually for credit loss and generally include all non-accrual loans, collateral dependent loans, and certain troubled debt restructured loans and loans graded substandard or worse as determined by management.
Management considers whether adjustments to the quantitative portion of the ACL are needed for differences in segment-specific risk characteristics or to reflect the extent to which it expects current conditions and reasonable and supportable forecasts of economic conditions to differ from the conditions that existed during the historical period included in the development of PD and LGD. Qualitative internal and external risk factors include, but are not limited to, the following:
•Changes in the nature and volume of the loan portfolio
•Changes in the volume and severity of past due loans, the volume of non-accruals loans, and the volume and severity of adversely classified or graded loans
•The existence and effect of individual loan and loan segment concentrations
•Changes in lending policies and procedures, including changes in underwriting standards and collection, charge-off, and recovery practices not considered elsewhere
•Changes in the experience, ability, and depth of lending management and other relevant staff
•Changes in the quality of our systematic loan review processes
•Changes in economic and business conditions, and developments that affect the collectability of the portfolio
•Changes in the value of underlying collateral, where applicable
•The effect of other external factors such as legal and regulatory requirements on the level of estimated credit losses in the portfolio
•The effect of acquisitions of other loan portfolios on our infrastructure, including risk associated with entering new geographic areas as a result of such acquisitions
•The presence of specialized lending segments in the portfolio
There were no material changes to the ACL methodology during 2022. However, changes in assumptions that influenced management's current estimate of the expected credit losses were primarily related to a decrease in applicable loan portfolio balances and improvements in the Moody's Analytics' Baseline Forecast of California unemployment rates since December 31, 2021, which decreased the quantitative "modeled" allowance for credit losses. These decreases were partially offset by adjustments to the qualitative economic risk factor to account for the ongoing deterioration in the economic outlook that management believes is not captured in the quantitative portion of the allowance. While we believe we use the best information available to determine the allowance for credit losses, our results of operations could be significantly affected if circumstances differ substantially from the assumptions used in determining the allowance. Our ACL model is sensitive to changes in unemployment rate forecasts and certain other assumptions that could result in material fluctuations in the allowance for credit losses and adversely affect our financial condition and results of operations.
For further information regarding the allowance for loan losses, see Note 3, Loans and Allowance for Loan Losses.
Allowance for Credit Losses on Unfunded Loan Commitments - We make commitments to extend credit to meet the financing needs of our customers in the form of loans or standby letters of credit. We are exposed to credit losses over a loan's contractual period in the event that a decline in credit quality of the borrower leads to nonperformance. We record an allowance for losses on unfunded loan commitments at the balance sheet date based on estimates of probability that these commitments will be drawn upon according to historical utilization experience of different types of commitments and expected loss severity and loss rates determined for pooled funded loans. The allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments is a liability account included in interest payable and other liabilities on the consolidated statements of condition. Adjustments to the allowance for unfunded commitments are included in non-interest expense as a provision for (or reversal of) the allowance for unfunded commitments.
Transfers of Financial Assets - We have entered into certain loan participation agreements with other organizations. We account for these transfers of financial assets as sales when control over the transferred financial assets has been surrendered. Control over transferred assets is deemed to be surrendered when 1) the assets and liabilities have been isolated from us, 2) the transferee has the right to pledge or exchange the assets (or beneficial interests) it received, free of conditions that constrain it from taking advantage of that right, beyond a trivial benefit and 3) we do not maintain effective control over the transferred financial assets or third-party beneficial interests related to those transferred assets. Transfers of a portion of a loan must meet the criteria of a participating interest. If it does not meet the criteria of a participating interest, the transfer must be accounted for as a secured borrowing. In order to meet the criteria for a participating interest, all cash flows from the loan must be divided proportionately, the rights of each loan holder must have the same priority, and the loan holders must have no recourse to the transferor other than standard representations and warranties and no loan holder has the right to pledge or exchange the entire loan. We recognized no gains or losses on the sale of these participation interests in 2022, 2021 and 2020.
Premises and Equipment - Land is carried at cost and not depreciated. Bank-owned buildings, leasehold improvements, furniture, fixtures, software and equipment and are stated at cost, less accumulated depreciation, and depreciated/amortized on a straight-line basis. Furniture and fixtures are depreciated over eight years and equipment is generally depreciated over three to twenty years. Bank-owned buildings are depreciated over twenty-five to thirty years. Leasehold improvements are amortized over the lesser of their estimated useful lives or the terms of the leases. When assets are sold or otherwise disposed of, the cost and related accumulated depreciation or amortization are removed from the accounts and any resulting gain or loss is recognized in income for the period. The cost of maintenance and repairs is charged to expense as incurred.
Leases - We lease certain premises under long-term non-cancelable operating leases, most of which include escalation clauses and one or more options to extend the lease term, and some of which contain lease termination clauses. Only those renewal and termination options that management determines are reasonably certain of exercising are included in the calculation of the lease liability. In addition, we lease certain equipment under finance leases. The equipment finance lease terms do not contain renewal options, bargain purchase options or residual value guarantees. We did not have any significant short-term leases during the reported periods.
Lease right-of-use assets represent the right to use the underlying asset while lease liabilities represent the present value of future lease obligations. We elected not to separate non-lease components from lease components and to exclude short-term leases (i.e., lease term of 12 months or less at the commencement date) from right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for all lease classifications. When calculating the lease liability, because most lease contracts do not contain an implicit interest rate, we discount lease payments over a lease's expected term based on the collateralized Federal Home Loan Bank borrowing rate that was commensurate with lease terms and minimum payments at the lease commencement date. Right-of-use assets for operating leases are amortized over the lease term by amounts that represent the difference between periodic straight-line lease expense and periodic interest accretion on the related liability to make lease payments, whereas finance leases are amortized on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. Expense recognition for operating leases is recorded on a straight-line basis while expense recognition for finance leases represents the sum of periodic amortization of the associated right-of-use asset and the interest accretion on the lease liability. Refer to Note 12, Commitments and Contingencies, for further information.
Business Combinations - Business combinations are accounted for under the acquisition method of accounting in accordance with ASC 805, Business Combinations. A business is defined as a set of activities and assets that is
both self-sustaining and managed to provide a return to investors and generally has three elements: inputs, processes and outputs. Under the acquisition method, the acquiring entity in a business combination recognizes the acquired assets and assumed liabilities at their estimated fair values as of the date of acquisition. Any excess of the purchase price over the fair value of net assets and other identifiable intangible assets acquired is recorded as goodwill. To the extent the fair value of net assets acquired, including other identifiable assets, exceed the purchase price, a bargain purchase gain is recognized. Assets acquired and liabilities assumed from a business combination are recognized at fair value. Results of operations of an acquired business are included in the consolidated statements of operations from the date of acquisition. Business acquisition-related costs, including conversion and restructuring charges, are expensed as incurred. If substantially all of an acquisition is made up of one asset or several similar assets, or without a substantive process that together contributes to the ability to create outputs, the acquisition is accounted for as an asset acquisition and acquisition costs will be capitalized as part of the assets acquired, rather than expensed in a business combinations.
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets - Goodwill is determined as the excess of the fair value of the consideration transferred, plus the fair value of any noncontrolling interests in the acquiree, over the fair value of the net assets acquired and liabilities assumed as of the acquisition date. Goodwill that arises from a business combination is periodically evaluated for impairment at the reporting unit level, at least annually. Intangible assets with definite useful lives are amortized over their estimated useful lives to their estimated residual values. Core deposit intangible ("CDI") represents the estimated future benefit of deposits related to an acquisition and is booked separately from the related deposits and evaluated periodically for impairment. The CDI asset is amortized on an accelerated method over its estimated life of ten years. At December 31, 2022, the future estimated amortization expense for the CDI arising from our past acquisitions is as follows:
(in thousands) 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 Thereafter Total
Core deposit intangible amortization $ 1,350 $ 975 $ 875 $ 773 $ 634 $ 509 $ 5,116
We make a qualitative assessment of whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit where goodwill is assigned is less than its carrying amount. If we conclude that it is more likely than not that the fair value is more than its carrying amount, no impairment is recorded. Goodwill is tested for impairment on an interim basis if circumstances change or an event occurs between annual tests that would more likely than not reduce the fair value of the reporting unit below its carrying amount. The qualitative assessment includes adverse events or circumstances identified that could negatively affect the reporting units’ fair value as well as positive and mitigating events. Such indicators may include, among others, significant changes in legal factors or in the general business climate, significant changes in our stock price and market capitalization, unanticipated competition, and an action or assessment by a regulator. If the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, an impairment charge for the amount by which the carrying amount exceeds the reporting unit's fair value is recognized. The loss recognized should not exceed the total amount of goodwill allocated to that reporting unit. We recorded no impairment adjustments to either the CDI or goodwill in 2022, 2021 and 2020.
Other Real Estate Owned ("OREO") - OREO is comprised of property acquired through a business combination, foreclosure, in substance repossession or acceptance of deeds-in-lieu of foreclosure when the related loan receivable is de-recognized. OREO is recorded at fair value of the collateral less estimated costs to sell, establishing a new cost basis, and subsequently accounted for at the lower of cost or fair value less estimated costs to sell. Any shortfall of collateral value from the recorded investment of the related loan is recognized as loss at the time of foreclosure and is charged against the allowance for loan losses. Fair value of collateral is generally based on an independent appraisal of the property. Revenues and expenses associated with OREO, and subsequent adjustments to the fair value of the property and to the estimated costs of disposal, are realized and reported as a component of non-interest income and expense when incurred. We recorded a $345 thousand valuation adjustment to OREO in 2022.
Bank Owned Life Insurance ("BOLI") - The Bank owns life insurance policies on certain key current and former officers. BOLI is recorded in interest receivable and other assets on the consolidated statements of condition at the amount that can be realized under the insurance contract at period-end, which is the cash surrender value adjusted for other charges or amounts due that are probable at settlement.
Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco ("FHLB") Stock - The Bank is a member of the FHLB. Members are required to own a certain amount of stock based on the level of borrowings and other factors. As of December 31,
2022 and 2021 our investment in FHLB stock was carried at cost, as there was no impairment or changes resulting from observable price changes in orderly transactions for the identical or a similar investment of the same issuer. We periodically evaluate FHLB stock for impairment based on ultimate recovery of par value. FHLB stock is included as part of interest receivable and other assets on the consolidated statements of condition. Both cash and stock dividends are reported as non-interest income.
Investments in Low Income Housing Tax Credit Funds - We have invested in limited partnerships that were formed to develop and operate affordable housing projects for low or moderate-income tenants throughout California. Our ownership percentage in each limited partnership ranges from 1.0% to 3.5%. We account for the investments in qualified affordable housing tax credit funds using the proportional amortization method, where the initial cost of the investment is amortized in proportion to the tax credits and other tax benefits received. Low income housing tax credits and other tax benefits received, net of the amortization of the investment is recognized as part of income tax benefit. Each of the partnerships must meet the regulatory minimum requirements for affordable housing for a minimum 15-year compliance period to fully utilize the tax credits. If the partnerships cease to qualify during the compliance period, the credit may be denied for any period in which the project is not in compliance and a portion of the credit previously taken is subject to recapture with interest. We record an impairment charge if the value of the future tax credits and other tax benefits is less than the carrying value of the investments.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”) - We recognize compensation cost for ESOP contributions when funds become committed for the purchase of Bancorp's common shares into the ESOP in the year in which the employees render service entitling them to the contribution. If we contribute stock, the compensation cost is the fair value of the shares when they are committed to be released (i.e., when the number of shares becomes known and formally approved). In 2022, 2021 and 2020, Bancorp only made stock contributions to the ESOP.
Income Taxes - Income taxes reported in the consolidated financial statements are computed based on an asset and liability approach. We recognize the amount of taxes payable or refundable for the current year and we record deferred tax assets and liabilities for future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amount of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases using enacted tax rates in effect for the year in which the temporary differences are expected to reverse. We record net deferred tax assets to the extent it is more likely than not that they will be realized. In evaluating our ability to recover the deferred tax assets and the need to establish a valuation allowance against the deferred tax assets, management considers all available positive and negative evidence, including scheduled reversals of deferred tax liabilities, projected future taxable income, and tax planning strategies. In projecting future taxable income, management develops assumptions including the amount of future state and federal pretax operating income, the reversal of temporary differences, and the implementation of feasible and prudent tax planning strategies. These assumptions require significant judgment about the forecasts of future taxable income and are consistent with the plans and estimates being used to manage the underlying business. Bancorp files consolidated federal and combined state income tax returns.
We recognize the financial statement effect of a tax position when it is more likely than not, based on the technical merits and all available evidence, that the position will be sustained upon examination, including the resolution through protests, appeals or litigation processes. For tax positions that meet the more likely than not threshold, we measure and record the largest amount of tax benefit that is greater than fifty percent likely of being realized upon ultimate settlement with the taxing authority. The remainder of the benefits associated with tax positions taken is recorded as unrecognized tax benefits, along with any related interest and penalties. Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits are recorded in tax expense.
In deciding whether or not our tax positions taken meet the more likely than not recognition threshold, we must make judgments and interpretations about the application of inherently complex state and federal tax laws. To the extent tax authorities disagree with tax positions taken by us, our effective tax rates could be materially affected in the period of settlement with the taxing authorities. Revision of our estimate of accrued income taxes also may result from our own income tax planning, which may affect effective tax rates and results of operations for any reporting period.
We present an unrecognized tax benefit as a reduction of a deferred tax asset for a net operating loss ("NOL") carryforward, or similar tax loss or tax credit carryforward, rather than as a liability, when (1) the uncertain tax
position would reduce the NOL or other carryforward under the tax law of the applicable jurisdiction and (2) we intend to and are able to use the deferred tax asset for that purpose. Otherwise, the unrecognized tax benefit is presented as a liability instead of being netted with deferred tax assets.
Earnings per share (“EPS”) - are based upon the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during each year. The following table shows: 1) weighted average basic shares, 2) potentially dilutive weighted average common shares related to stock options and unvested restricted stock awards, and 3) weighted average diluted shares. Basic EPS are calculated by dividing net income by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during each annual period, excluding unvested restricted stock awards. Diluted EPS are calculated using the weighted average number of potentially dilutive common shares. The number of potentially dilutive common shares included in year-to-date diluted EPS is a year-to-date weighted average of potentially dilutive common shares included in each quarterly diluted EPS computation. In computing diluted EPS, we exclude anti-dilutive shares such as options whose exercise prices exceed the current common stock price, as they would not reduce EPS under the treasury method. We have two forms of outstanding common stock: common stock and unvested restricted stock awards. Holders of unvested restricted stock awards receive non-forfeitable dividends at the same rate as common shareholders and they both share equally in undistributed earnings. Under the two-class method, the difference in EPS is nominal for these participating securities.
(in thousands, except per share data) 2022 2021 2020
Weighted average basic common shares outstanding 15,921 14,340 13,525
Potentially dilutive common shares related to:
Stock options 31 62 69
Unvested restricted stock awards 17 20 23
Weighted average diluted common shares outstanding 15,969 14,422 13,617
Net income $ 46,586 $ 33,228 $ 30,242
Basic EPS $ 2.93 $ 2.32 $ 2.24
Diluted EPS $ 2.92 $ 2.30 $ 2.22
Weighted average anti-dilutive common shares not included in the calculation of diluted EPS 211 97 148
Share-Based Compensation - All share-based payments, including stock options and restricted stock, are recognized as stock-based compensation expense in the consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income based on the grant-date fair value of the award with a corresponding increase in common stock. The grant-date fair value of the award is amortized on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period, which is generally the vesting period. The stock-based compensation expense excludes stock grants to directors as compensation for their services, which are recognized as director expenses separately based on the grant-date value of the stock. We account for forfeitures as they occur. See Note 8, Stockholders' Equity and Stock Option Plans, for further discussion.
We determine the fair value of stock options at the grant date using a Black-Scholes pricing model that takes into account the stock price at the grant date, exercise price, expected life of the option, volatility of the underlying stock, expected dividend yield and risk-free interest rate over the expected life of the option. The expected term of options granted is derived from historical data on employee exercises and post-vesting employment termination behavior. The risk-free rate for periods within the expected life of the option is based on the U.S. Treasury yield curve in effect at the time of the grant. Expected volatility is based on the historical volatility of the common stock over the most recent period that is generally commensurate with the expected life of the options. The Black-Scholes option valuation model requires the input of highly subjective assumptions, including the expected life of the stock-based award and stock price volatility. The assumptions used represent management's best estimates based on historical information, but these estimates involve inherent uncertainties and the application of management's judgment. As a result, if other assumptions had been used, the recorded stock-based compensation expense could have been materially different from that recorded in the consolidated financial statements. The fair value of restricted stock is based on the stock price on the grant date.
We record excess tax benefits resulting from the exercise of non-qualified stock options, the disqualifying disposition of incentive stock options and vesting of restricted stock awards as tax benefits in the consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income with a corresponding decrease to current taxes payable. In addition, we reflect excess tax benefits as an operating activity in the consolidated statements of cash flows.
Cash paid for tax withholdings when shares are surrendered in a cashless stock option exchange is classified as a financing activity in the consolidated statements of cash flows.
Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedging Activities - Fair Value Hedges - All of our interest rate swap contracts are designated and qualified as fair value hedges. The terms of our interest rate swap contracts are closely aligned to the terms of the designated fixed-rate loans. The hedging relationships are tested for effectiveness on a quarterly basis using a qualitative approach. The qualitative analysis includes verification that there are no changes to the derivative's or hedged item's key terms and conditions and no adverse developments regarding risk of counterparty default, and validation that we continue to have fair value hedge designation. The interest rate swaps are carried on the consolidated statements of condition at their fair value in other assets (when the fair value is positive) or in other liabilities (when the fair value is negative). The changes in the fair value of the interest rate swaps are recorded in interest income. The unrealized gains or losses due to changes in fair value of the hedged fixed-rate loans due to changes in benchmark interest rates are recorded as an adjustment to the hedged loans and offset in interest income. For derivative instruments executed with the same counterparty under a master netting arrangement, we do not offset fair value amounts of interest rate swaps in liability positions with the ones in asset positions.
From time to time, we make firm commitments to enter into long-term fixed-rate loans with borrowers backed by yield maintenance agreements and simultaneously enter into forward interest rate swap agreements with correspondent banks to mitigate the change in fair value of the yield maintenance agreement. Prior to loan funding, yield maintenance agreements with net settlement features that meet the definition of a derivative are considered as non-designated hedges and are carried on the consolidated statements of condition at their fair value in other assets (when the fair value is positive) or in other liabilities (when the fair value is negative). The offsetting changes in the fair value of the forward swap and the yield maintenance agreement are recorded in interest income. When the fixed-rate loans are originated, the forward swaps are designated to offset the change in fair value in the loans. Subsequent to the point of the swap designations, the fair value of the related yield maintenance agreements at the designation date that was recorded in other assets is amortized using the effective yield method over the life of the respective designated loans.
The net effect of the change in fair value of interest rate swaps, the amortization of the yield maintenance agreement and the change in the fair value of the hedged loans due to changes in benchmark interest rates result in an insignificant amount recognized in interest income. For further detail, see Note 14, Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedging Activities.
Revenue Recognition - We utilize the following five-step model for non-financial instrument related revenue that is in scope for ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers: 1) identify the contract, 2) identify the performance obligations in the contract, 3) determine the transaction price, 4) allocate the transaction price to the performance obligations in the contract, and, 5) recognize revenue when (or as) the entity satisfies the performance obligation. Our main revenue streams in scope for ASC 606 include:
•Wealth Management and Trust Services ("WMTS") fees - WMTS services include, but are not limited to: customized investment advisory and management; administrative services such as bill pay and tax reporting; trust administration, estate settlement, custody and fiduciary services. Performance obligations for investment advisory and management services are generally satisfied over time. Revenue is recognized monthly according to a tiered fee schedule based on the client's month-end market value of assets under our management. WMTS does not earn revenue based on performance or incentives. Costs associated with WMTS revenue-generating activities, such as payments to sub-advisors, are recorded separately as part of professional service expenses when incurred.
•Deposit account service charges - Service charges on deposit accounts consist of monthly maintenance fees, business account analysis fees, business online banking fees, check order charges, and other deposit account-related fees. Performance obligations for monthly maintenance fees and account analysis fees are satisfied, and the related revenue recognized, when we complete our performance obligation each month. Performance obligations related to transaction-based services (such as check orders) are satisfied, and the related revenue recognized, at a point in time typically when the transaction is completed, except for
business accounts subject to analysis where the transaction-based fees are part of the monthly account analysis fees.
•Debit card interchange fees - We issue debit cards to our consumer and small business customers that allow them to purchase goods and services from merchants in person, online, or via mobile devices using funds held in their demand deposit accounts held with us. Debit cards issued to our customers are part of global electronic payment networks (such as Visa) who pass a portion of the merchant interchange fees to debit card-issuing member banks like us when our customers make purchases through their networks. Performance obligations for debit card services are satisfied and revenue is recognized daily as the payment networks process transactions. Because we act in an agent capacity, we recognize network costs on a net basis with interchange fees in non-interest income.
Advertising Costs - are expensed as incurred. For the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020, advertising costs totaled $1.1 million, $908 thousand, and $769 thousand, respectively.
Comprehensive (Loss) Income - includes net income, changes in the unrealized gains or losses on available-for-sale investment securities, and amortization of net unrealized gains or losses on securities transferred from available-for-sale to held-to-maturity, net of related taxes, reported on the consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income and as components of stockholders' equity.
Fair Value Measurements - We use fair value measurements to record fair value adjustments to certain assets and liabilities and to determine fair value disclosures. We base our fair values on the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date (i.e., exit price notion) reflecting factors such as a liquidity premium. Securities available-for-sale and derivatives are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis. Our equity investments that do not have readily determinable fair values are recorded at cost minus impairment, if any, plus or minus changes resulting from observable price changes in orderly transactions for the identical or a similar investment of the same issuer. FHLB stock and Visa Inc. Class B common stock are carried at cost as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, as there was no impairment or changes resulting from observable price changes in orderly transactions for an identical or similar investment of the same issuer. Additionally, from time to time, we may be required to record certain assets and liabilities at fair value on a non-recurring basis, such as purchased loans and acquired deposits recorded at acquisition date, certain impaired loans, other real estate owned and securities held-to-maturity that are other-than-temporarily impaired. These non-recurring fair value adjustments typically involve write-downs of individual assets due to application of lower-of-cost or market accounting.
When we develop our fair value measurement process, we maximize the use of observable inputs. Whenever there is no readily available market data, we use our best estimates and assumptions in determining fair value, but these estimates involve inherent uncertainties and the application of management's judgment. As a result, if other assumptions had been used, our recorded earnings or disclosures could have been materially different from those reflected in these consolidated financial statements.
Other Recently Adopted Accounting Standards
Other than the early adoption of a portion of ASU No. 2022-02, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326): Troubled Debt Restructurings and Vintage Disclosures, as discussed below, we did not adopt any new or amended accounting standards in 2022.
Accounting Standards Not Yet Effective
In March 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-04, Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848). The amendments in this ASU are elective and provide optional guidance for a limited period of time to ease the potential burden of accounting for, or recognizing the effects of reference rate reform. The amendments in this ASU provide optional expedients and exceptions for applying GAAP to contracts, hedging relationships, and other transactions that reference LIBOR or another reference rate expected to be discontinued because of reference rate reform. The amendments in this ASU may be elected through December 31, 2024 (as amended by ASU No. 2022-06 discussed below). An entity may elect the amendments in this update at an interim period with adoption methods varying based on transaction type. We have not elected to apply amendments at this time and will assess the applicability of
this ASU to us as we continue to monitor guidance for reference rate reform from FASB and its impact on our financial condition and results of operations.
In January 2021, the FASB issued ASU No. 2021-01, Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848). The main amendments in this ASU are intended to clarify certain optional expedients and scope of derivative instruments. The amendments are elective and effective immediately upon issuance of this ASU. Amendments may be elected through December 31, 2024 (as amended by ASU No. 2022-06 discussed below). We have four interest rate swap contracts with notional values totaling $12.0 million indexed to LIBOR that will either be subject to the fall-back index rate stipulated by the ISDA protocol or modified to other reference rates such as Prime or SOFR as mutually agreed by our counterparty and us. We have not elected to apply the amendments at this time and will continue to assess the applicability of this ASU to us as we monitor guidance for reference rate reform from FASB and its impact on our financial condition and results of operations.
In December 2022, the FASB issued ASU No. 2022-06, Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848): Deferral of the Sunset Date of Topic 848. The objective of the guidance in Topic 848 was to provide temporary relief during the transition period, as noted in the discussion of ASU 2020-04 above, under which the sunset provision was based on an expectation that LIBOR would cease being published after December 31, 2021. In March 2021, the UK Financial Conduct Authority ("FCA") announced that the intended cessation date of certain tenors of USD LIBOR would be June 30, 2023, which is beyond the current sunset date of Topic 848. Therefore, this amendment deferred the sunset date of Topic 848 from December 31, 2022 to December 31, 2024.
In October 2021, the FASB issued ASU No. 2021-08, Accounting for Contract Assets and Contract Liabilities from Contracts with Customers (Topic 805). The amendments address diversity in accounting practices and require acquiring companies to apply ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers to recognize and measure contract assets and contract liabilities from contracts with customers acquired in a business combination, as opposed to other methods such as fair value. The amendments improve comparability after the business combination by providing consistent recognition and measurement guidance for revenue contracts with customers acquired in a business combination. The amendments are to be applied prospectively to business combinations occurring on or after December 15, 2022 and early adoption is permitted. In the event of a future business combination, we will assess the impact of the ASU on our financial condition and results of operations.
In March 2022, the FASB issued ASU No. 2022-02, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326): Troubled Debt Restructurings and Vintage Disclosures. The amendment eliminates the recognition measurement guidance for troubled debt restructured ("TDR") loans, and instead requires an entity to evaluate whether a modification represents a new loan or a continuation of an existing loan in accordance with ASC Topic 310-20, Receivables - Nonrefundable Fees and Other Costs. In addition, the amendment requires that an entity include in its vintage disclosures the current period-gross loan charge-offs by year of origination. The amendments are effective for years beginning after December 15, 2022, and should be applied prospectively, except that an entity has the option to apply a modified retrospective method for TDR loans, resulting in a cumulative-effect adjustment to retained earnings in the period of adoption. An entity may elect to early adopt each of the amendments separately. As such, we early adopted the current period charge-off disclosures in the first quarter of 2022 and intend to adopt the loan modification amendments when effective in the first quarter of 2023. Neither the early adoption of the amendments related to gross charge-off disclosures nor the future adoption of the TDR amendments had or will have a material impact on our financial condition or results of operations.
In March 2022, the FASB issued ASU No. 2022-01, Derivatives and Hedging (Topic 815): Fair Value Hedging - Portfolio Layer Method. Among other things, the ASU renames the "last-of-layer" method to the "portfolio layer" method and makes fair value hedging more accessible for hedge accounting of interest rate risk for portfolios and financial assets. For example, the guidance permits an entity to apply the same portfolio hedging method to both prepayable and non-prepayable financial assets, thereby providing for consistency between accounting for similar hedges. The amendments are effective for years beginning after December 15, 2022. The adoption of the amendments will not affect our existing hedge accounting, disclosures, financial condition or results of operations.
In June 2022, the FASB issued ASU No. 2022-03, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820): Fair Value Measurement of Equity Securities Subject to Contractual Sale Restrictions. The amendment reduces diversity in practice by clarifying that a separate contractual restriction on the sale of an equity security is not considered part of the unit of account of the equity security and, therefore, is not considered in measuring fair value. In addition, this ASU
provided amended examples to illustrate that a restriction that is a characteristic of the equity security, which market participants would take into account when pricing them, would be considered in measuring fair value. This ASU also introduces new disclosure requirements. The amendments are effective prospectively for years beginning after December 15, 2023. Early adoption is permitted for both interim and annual financial statements. As discussed in Note 4, Investment Securities, we hold Visa Inc. Class B common stock that is legally restricted from resale to non-member banks of Visa U.S.A. until the covered litigation against Visa Inc. is settled. While the adoption of the amendments may require additional disclosures, we do not anticipate that it will impact our financial condition or results of operations.
Note 2: Investment Securities
Our investment securities portfolio consists of U.S. Treasury securities, obligations of state and political subdivisions, U.S. federal government agencies such as Government National Mortgage Association ("GNMA") and Small Business Administration ("SBA"), U.S. government-sponsored enterprises ("GSEs"), such as Federal National Mortgage Association ("FNMA"), Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation ("FHLMC"), Federal Farm Credit Banks Funding Corporation and FHLB, U.S. Corporations and one asset-backed security collateralized by student loan pools. We also invest in residential and commercial mortgage-backed securities ("MBS"/"CMBS") and collateralized mortgage obligations ("CMOs") issued or guaranteed by the GSEs, as reflected in the following table.
A summary of the amortized cost, fair value and allowance for credit losses related to securities held-to-maturity as of December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 is presented below.
Held-to-maturity: Amortized Cost 1
Allowance for Credit Losses Net Carrying Amount Gross Unrealized Fair Value
(in thousands) Gains (Losses)
December 31, 2022
Securities of U.S. government-sponsored enterprises:
MBS pass-through securities issued by FHLMC, FNMA and GNMA $ 331,281 $ - $ 331,281 $ - $ (50,147) $ 281,134
CMOs issued by FHLMC 235,971 - 235,971 59 (29,503) 206,527
CMOs issued by FNMA 111,904 - 111,904 - (5,419) 106,485
CMOs issued by GNMA 52,356 - 52,356 11 (3,076) 49,291
SBA-backed securities 2,372 - 2,372 - (133) 2,239
Debentures of government-sponsored agencies 145,823 145,823 - (26,467) 119,356
Obligations of state and political subdivisions 62,500 - 62,500 - (10,741) 51,759
Corporate bonds 30,000 - 30,000 - (1,552) 28,448
Total held-to-maturity $ 972,207 $ - $ 972,207 $ 70 $ (127,038) $ 845,239
December 31, 2021
Securities of U.S. government-sponsored enterprises:
MBS pass-through securities issued by FHLMC and FNMA $ 126,990 $ - $ 126,990 $ 2,110 $ (712) $ 128,388
CMOs issued by FHLMC 106,851 - 106,851 668 (1,045) 106,474
CMOs issued by FNMA
4,866 - 4,866 128 - 4,994
SBA-backed securities 4,840 - 4,840 198 - 5,038
Debentures of government-sponsored agencies 51,472 51,472 - (901) 50,571
Obligations of state and political subdivisions 47,203 - 47,203 296 (209) 47,290
Total held-to-maturity $ 342,222 $ - $ 342,222 $ 3,400 $ (2,867) $ 342,755
1 Amortized cost and fair values exclude accrued interest receivable of $3.7 million and $1.1 million at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively, which is included in interest receivable and other assets in the consolidated statements of condition.
Management measures expected credit losses on held-to-maturity securities collectively by major security type with each type sharing similar risk characteristics, and considers historical credit loss information that is adjusted for current conditions and reasonable and supportable forecasts. With regard to MBSs and CMOs issued or guaranteed by the GSEs, and SBA-backed securities, we expect to receive all the contractual principal and interest on these securities as such securities are backed by the full faith and credit of and/or guaranteed by the U.S.
government. Accordingly, no allowance for credit losses has been recorded for these securities. With regard to securities issued by states and political subdivisions and corporate bonds, management considers: (i) issuer and/or guarantor credit ratings, (ii) historical probability of default and loss given default rates for given bond ratings and remaining maturity, (iii) whether issuers continue to make timely principal and interest payments under the contractual terms of the securities, (iv) internal credit review of the financial information, and (v) whether or not such securities have credit enhancements such as guarantees, contain a defeasance clause, or are pre-refunded by the issuers. Based on the comprehensive analysis, no credit losses are expected.
The following table summarizes the amortized cost of our portfolio of held-to-maturity securities issued by states and political subdivisions and corporate bonds by Moody's and/or Standard & Poor's bond ratings as of December 31, 2022.
Obligations of state and political subdivisions Corporate bonds
(in thousands) December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
AAA / Aaa $ 42,986 $ 34,229 $ - $ -
AA / Aa 19,514 12,873 - -
A - 101 30,000 -
Total $ 62,500 $ 47,203 $ 30,000 $ -
A summary of the amortized cost, fair value and allowance for credit losses related to securities available-for-sale as of December 31, 2022 and 2021 is presented below.
Available-for-sale: Amortized Cost 1
Gross Unrealized Allowance for Credit Losses Fair Value
(in thousands) Gains (Losses)
December 31, 2022
Securities of U.S. government-sponsored enterprises:
MBS pass-through securities issued by FHLMC, FNMA and GNMA $ 109,736 $ 3 $ (12,133) $ - $ 97,606
CMOs issued by FHLMC 347,437 - (33,682) - 313,755
CMOs issued by FNMA 36,172 - (3,852) - 32,320
CMOs issued by GNMA 35,120 - (3,296) - 31,824
SBA-backed securities 47,724 2 (3,371) - 44,355
Debentures of government- sponsored agencies 149,114 - (14,008) - 135,106
U.S. Treasury securities 11,904 - (1,635) - 10,269
Obligations of state and political subdivisions 116,855 29 (14,761) - 102,123
Corporate bonds 36,990 - (3,714) - 33,276
Asset-backed securities 1,553 - (91) - 1,462
Total available-for-sale $ 892,605 $ 34 $ (90,543) $ - $ 802,096
December 31, 2021
Securities of U.S. government-sponsored enterprises:
MBS pass-through securities issued by FHLMC, FNMA and GNMA $ 316,090 $ 1,224 $ (2,784) $ - $ 314,530
CMOs issued by FHLMC 343,047 3,209 (4,829) - 341,427
CMOs issued by FNMA 48,187 152 (611) - 47,728
CMOs issued by GNMA 56,345 99 (553) - 55,891
SBA-backed securities 32,640 993 (155) - 33,478
Debentures of government- sponsored agencies 191,449 25 (2,947) - 188,527
U.S. Treasury securities 11,886 - (256) - 11,630
Obligations of state and political subdivisions 129,009 5,372 (381) - 134,000
Corporate bonds 39,001 - (506) - 38,495
Asset-backed securities 1,866 - (4) - 1,862
Total available-for-sale $ 1,169,520 $ 11,074 $ (13,026) $ - $ 1,167,568
1 Amortized cost and fair value exclude accrued interest receivable of $3.2 million and $3.7 million at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively, which is included in interest receivable and other assets in the consolidated statements of condition.
As part of our ongoing review of our investment securities portfolio, we reassessed the classification of certain securities issued by government-sponsored agencies. In March 2022, we transferred $357.5 million of these securities from available-for-sale to held-to-maturity at fair value. We intend and have the ability to hold these securities to maturity. The net unrealized pre-tax loss of $14.8 million that remained and the related accumulated other comprehensive loss are accreted to interest income over the remaining lives of the securities. Because these entries offset each other, there is no impact to net income.
The amortized cost and fair value of investment debt securities by contractual maturity at December 31, 2022 and 2021 are shown below. Expected maturities may differ from contractual maturities if the issuers of the securities have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties.
December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
Held-to-Maturity Available-for-Sale Held-to-Maturity Available-for-Sale
(in thousands) Amortized Cost Fair Value Amortized Cost Fair Value Amortized Cost Fair Value Amortized Cost Fair Value
Within one year $ 450 $ 446 $ 1,254 $ 1,239 $ 101 $ 103 $ 10,785 $ 10,841
After one but within five years 87,418 83,663 335,813 307,843 25,666 26,559 219,474 219,957
After five years through ten years 262,072 222,280 185,997 166,273 182,604 182,303 299,937 300,187
After ten years 622,267 538,850 369,541 326,741 133,851 133,790 639,324 636,583
Total $ 972,207 $ 845,239 $ 892,605 $ 802,096 $ 342,222 $ 342,755 $ 1,169,520 $ 1,167,568
Sales of investment securities and gross gains and losses are shown in the following table.
(in thousands) 2022 2021 2020
Available-for-sale:
Sales proceeds $ 10,664 $ 6,632 $ 33,756
Gross realized gains $ 17 $ 1 $ 916
Gross realized losses $ (80) $ (17) $ (1)
Pledged investment securities are shown in the following table.
(in thousands) December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
Pledged to the State of California:
Secure public deposits in compliance with the Local Agency Security Program $ 231,307 $ 213,861
Collateral for trust deposits 669 729
Collateral for Wealth Management and Trust Services checking account 564 614
Total investment securities pledged to the State of California 232,540 215,204
Bankruptcy trustee deposits pledged with Federal Reserve Bank
1,686 2,645
Total pledged investment securities $ 234,226 $ 217,849
There were 407 and 10 securities in unrealized loss positions at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. Those securities are summarized and classified according to the duration of the loss period in the tables below.
December 31, 2022 < 12 continuous months ≥ 12 continuous months Total securities
in a loss position
(in thousands) Fair value Unrealized loss Fair value Unrealized loss Fair value Unrealized loss
Held-to-maturity:
MBS pass-through securities issued by FHLMC, FNMA and GNMA $ 62,627 $ (5,960) $ 218,507 $ (44,187) $ 281,134 $ (50,147)
CMOs issued by FHLMC 78,144 (5,874) 113,796 (23,629) 191,940 (29,503)
CMOs issued by FNMA 106,485 (5,419) - - 106,485 (5,419)
CMOs issued by GNMA 27,570 (1,676) 10,331 (1,400) 37,901 (3,076)
SBA-backed securities 2,239 (133) - - 2,239 (133)
Debentures of government-sponsored agencies 38,645 (2,530) 80,711 (23,937) 119,356 (26,467)
Obligations of state and political subdivisions 15,155 (589) 36,603 (10,152) 51,758 (10,741)
Corporate bonds 28,448 (1,552) - - 28,448 (1,552)
Total held-to-maturity $ 359,313 $ (23,733) $ 459,948 $ (103,305) $ 819,261 $ (127,038)
Available-for-sale:
MBS pass-through securities issued by FHLMC, FNMA and GNMA $ 44,630 $ (4,501) $ 52,235 $ (7,632) $ 96,865 $ (12,133)
CMOs issued by FHLMC 169,760 (15,144) 143,995 (18,538) 313,755 (33,682)
CMOs issued by FNMA 4,790 (235) 27,529 (3,617) 32,319 (3,852)
CMOs issued by GNMA 8,214 (374) 23,612 (2,922) 31,826 (3,296)
SBA-backed securities 37,845 (3,228) 6,133 (143) 43,978 (3,371)
Debentures of government-sponsored agencies 19,054 (946) 116,052 (13,062) 135,106 (14,008)
U.S. Treasury securities - - 10,269 (1,635) 10,269 (1,635)
Obligations of state and political subdivisions 70,402 (9,459) 28,711 (5,302) 99,113 (14,761)
Corporate bonds - - 33,276 (3,714) 33,276 (3,714)
Asset-backed securities - - 1,462 (91) 1,462 (91)
Total available-for-sale $ 354,695 $ (33,887) $ 443,274 $ (56,656) $ 797,969 $ (90,543)
Total securities at a loss position $ 714,008 $ (57,620) $ 903,222 $ (159,961) $ 1,617,230 $ (217,581)
December 31, 2021 < 12 continuous months > 12 continuous months Total securities
in a loss position
(in thousands) Fair value Unrealized loss Fair value Unrealized loss Fair value Unrealized loss
Held-to-maturity:
MBS pass-through securities issued by FHLMC and FNMA $ 76,619 $ (712) $ - $ - $ 76,619 $ (712)
CMOs issued by FHLMC 54,811 (1,045) - - 54,811 (1,045)
Obligations of state and political subdivisions 19,203 (209) - - 19,203 (209)
Debentures of government-sponsored agencies 50,571 (901) - - 50,571 (901)
Total held-to-maturity $ 201,204 $ (2,867) - $ - $ - - $ 201,204 $ (2,867)
Available-for-sale:
MBS pass-through securities issued by FHLMC and FNMA $ 263,474 $ (2,784) $ - $ - $ 263,474 $ (2,784)
SBA-backed securities 7,478 (112) 1,209 (43) 8,687 (155)
CMOs issued by FHLMC 226,175 (4,677) 4,415 (152) 230,590 (4,829)
CMOs issued by GNMA 44,790 (553) - - 44,790 (553)
CMOs issued by FNMA 37,348 (611) - - 37,348 (611)
Debentures of government- sponsored agencies 148,979 (2,527) 8,549 (420) 157,528 (2,947)
U.S. Treasury securities 11,629 (256) - - 11,629 (256)
Obligations of state and political subdivisions 17,552 (381) - - 17,552 (381)
Corporate bonds 38,495 (506) - - 38,495 (506)
Asset-backed securities 1,861 (4) - - 1,861 (4)
Total available-for-sale $ 797,781 $ (12,411) $ 14,173 $ (615) $ 811,954 $ (13,026)
Total $ 998,985 $ (15,278) $ 14,173 $ (615) $ 1,013,158 $ (15,893)
As of December 31, 2022, the investment portfolio included 232 investment securities that had been in a continuous loss position for twelve months or more and 175 investment securities had been in a loss position for less than twelve months.
Securities issued by government-sponsored agencies, such as FNMA and FHLMC, usually have implicit credit support by the U.S. federal government. However, since 2008, FNMA and FHLMC have been under government conservatorship and, therefore, contractual cash flows for these investments carry explicit guarantees by the U.S. federal government. Securities issued by the SBA and GNMA have explicit credit guarantees by the U.S. federal government, which protects us from credit losses on the contractual cash flows of the securities.
Our investment in obligations of state and political subdivisions bonds are deemed credit worthy after our comprehensive analysis of the issuers' latest financial information, credit ratings by major credit agencies, and/or credit enhancements.
At December 31, 2022, management determined that it did not intend to sell any investment securities with unrealized losses, and it is more likely than not that we will not be required to sell securities with unrealized losses before recovery of their amortized cost. No allowances for credit losses have been recognized on available-for-sale securities in an unrealized loss position, as management does not believe any of the securities are impaired due to reasons of credit quality at December 31, 2022.
Non-Marketable Securities
FHLB Capital Stock
As a member of the FHLB, we are required to maintain a minimum investment in FHLB capital stock determined by the Board of Directors of the FHLB. The minimum investment requirements can increase in the event we increase our total asset size or borrowings with the FHLB. Shares cannot be purchased or sold except between the FHLB and its members at the $100 per share par value. We held $16.7 million of FHLB stock included in other assets on the consolidated statements of condition at both December 31, 2022 and 2021. The carrying amounts of these investments are reasonable estimates of fair value because the securities are restricted to member banks and they
do not have a readily determinable market value. Based on our analysis of FHLB’s financial condition and certain qualitative factors, we determined that the FHLB stock was not impaired at December 31, 2022 and 2021. On February 22, 2023, FHLB announced a cash dividend for the fourth quarter of 2022 at an annualized dividend rate of 7.00% to be distributed in mid-March 2023. Cash dividends paid on FHLB capital stock are recorded as non-interest income.
Visa Inc. Class B Common Stock
As a member bank of Visa U.S.A., we held 10,439 shares of Visa Inc. Class B common stock at both December 31, 2022 and 2021. These shares have a carrying value of zero and are restricted from resale to non-member banks of Visa U.S.A. until their conversion into Class A (voting) shares upon the termination of Visa Inc.'s Covered Litigation escrow account. Because of the restriction and the uncertainty on the conversion rate to Class A shares, these shares lack a readily determinable fair value. When converting this Class B common stock to Class A common stock based on the estimated conversion rate of 1.5991 and 1.6181, as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively, and the closing stock price of Class A shares at those respective dates, the converted value of our shares of Class B common stock would have been $3.5 million and $3.7 million at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. The conversion rate is subject to further adjustment upon the final settlement of the covered litigation against Visa Inc. and its member banks. As such, the fair value of these Class B shares can differ significantly from their converted values. For further information, refer to Note 12, Commitments and Contingencies.
Low Income Housing Tax Credits
We invest in low-income housing tax credit funds as a limited partner, which totaled $2.5 million and $3.0 million recorded in other assets as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. In 2022, we recognized $634 thousand of low income housing tax credits and other tax benefits, offset by $533 thousand of amortization expense of low-income housing tax credit investment, as a component of income tax expense. As of December 31, 2022, our unfunded commitments for these low-income housing tax credit funds totaled $386 thousand. We did not recognize any impairment losses on these low-income housing tax credit investments during 2022 or 2021, as the value of the future tax benefits exceeds the carrying value of the investments.
Note 3: Loans and Allowance for Credit Losses
The following table presents the amortized cost of loans by class as of December 31, 2022 and 2021.
December 31,
(in thousands) 2022 2021
Commercial and industrial $ 173,547 $ 301,602
Real estate:
Commercial owner-occupied 354,877 392,345
Commercial investor-owned 1,191,889 1,189,021
Construction 114,373 119,840
Home equity 88,748 88,746
Other residential 112,123 114,558
Installment and other consumer loans 56,989 49,533
Total loans, at amortized cost 1
2,092,546 2,255,645
Allowance for credit losses on loans (22,983) (23,023)
Total loans, net of allowance for credit losses on loans $ 2,069,563 $ 2,232,622
1 Amortized cost includes net deferred loan origination costs (fees) of $1.8 million and $(901) thousand at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. Amounts are also net of unrecognized purchase discounts of $2.6 million and $2.5 million at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. Amortized cost excludes accrued interest, which totaled $6.1 million and $7.1 million at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively, and is included in interest receivable and other assets in the consolidated statements of condition.
Lending Risks
Concentrations of Credit - Virtually all of our loans are from customers located in Northern California. Approximately 90% and 86% of total loans were secured by real estate at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. At December 31, 2022 and 2021, 74% and 70%, respectively, of our loans were for commercial real estate, the majority of which were secured by real estate located in Marin, Sonoma, Napa, Alameda, San Francisco,
Sacramento, and Contra Costa counties (California). The increase in the percentages secured by real estate from 2021 to 2022 was primarily due to a $107.7 million reduction in unsecured loans guaranteed by the SBA under the Paycheck Protection Program ("PPP"), which are included in commercial and industrial loans.
Commercial and Industrial Loans - Commercial loans are generally made to established small and mid-sized businesses to provide financing for their growth and working capital needs, equipment purchases and acquisitions. Management examines historical, current, and projected cash flows to determine the ability of the borrower to repay obligations as agreed. Commercial loans are made based primarily on the identified cash flows of the borrower and secondarily on the underlying collateral and guarantor support. The cash flows of borrowers, however, may not occur as expected, and the collateral securing these loans may fluctuate in value. Most commercial and industrial loans are secured by the assets being financed, such as accounts receivable and inventory, and typically include personal guarantees. We target stable businesses with guarantors who provide additional sources of repayment and have proven to be resilient in periods of economic stress. A weakened economy, and resultant decreased consumer and/or business spending, will have an effect on the credit quality of commercial loans.
Pursuant to the 2020 CARES Act, Bank of Marin originated 2,876 SBA-guaranteed loans totaling $444.1 million in two rounds of the Small Business Administration's ("SBA") Paycheck Protection Program ("PPP"). Additionally in 2021, Bank of Marin assumed 113 PPP loans totaling $18.6 million from AMRB as of the merger date. As of December 31, 2022, there were 18 PP loans outstanding totaling $3.5 million (net of $99 thousand in unrecognized fees and costs), compared to 368 loans at December 31, 2021 totaling $111.2 million (net of $2.5 million in unrecognized fees and costs) included in commercial and industrial loan balances. PPP loans have terms of two to five years and earn interest at 1%. In addition, the SBA paid the Bank a fee of 1%-5% depending on the loan amount, which was netted with loan origination costs and amortized into interest income using the effective yield method over the contractual life of each loan. The recognition of fees and costs is accelerated when the loan is forgiven by the SBA and/or paid off prior to maturity. PPP loans are fully guaranteed by the SBA and are expected to be forgiven by the SBA if they meet the requirements of the program.
Commercial Real Estate Loans - Commercial real estate loans, which include income producing investment properties and owner-occupied real estate used for business purposes, are subject to underwriting standards and processes similar to commercial loans discussed above. We underwrite these loans to be repaid from cash flow from either the business or investment property and supported by real property collateral. Underwriting standards for commercial real estate loans include, but are not limited to, debt coverage and loan-to-value ratios. Furthermore, a large majority of our loans are guaranteed by the owners of the properties. Conditions in the real estate markets or downturn in the general economy may adversely affect our commercial real estate loans. In the event of a vacancy, we expect guarantors to carry the loans until they find a replacement tenant. The owner's substantial equity investment provides a strong economic incentive to continue to support the commercial real estate projects. As such, we have generally experienced a relatively low level of loss and delinquencies in this portfolio.
Construction Loans - Construction loans are generally made to developers and builders to finance construction, renovation and occasionally land acquisitions in anticipation of near-term development. Construction loans include interest reserves that are used for the payment of interest during the development and marketing periods and are capitalized as part of the loan balance. When a construction loan is placed on nonaccrual status before the depletion of the interest reserve, we apply the interest funded by the interest reserve against the loan's principal balance. These loans are underwritten after evaluation of the borrower's financial strength, reputation, prior track record, and independent appraisals. We monitor all construction projects to determine whether they are on schedule, completed as planned and in accordance with the approved construction budgets. Significant events can affect the construction industry, including: the inherent volatility of real estate markets and vulnerability to delays due to weather, change orders, inability to obtain construction permits, labor or material shortages, and price changes. Estimates of construction costs and value associated with the completed project may be inaccurate. Repayment of construction loans is largely dependent on the ultimate success of the project.
Consumer Loans - Consumer loans primarily consist of home equity lines of credit, other residential loans, floating homes and indirect luxury auto loans along with a small number of installment loans. Our other residential loans include tenancy-in-common fractional interest loans ("TIC") located almost entirely in San Francisco County. We originate consumer loans utilizing credit score information, debt-to-income ratio and loan-to-value ratio analysis.
Diversification among consumer loan types, coupled with relatively small loan amounts that are spread across many individual borrowers, mitigates risk. We do not originate sub-prime residential mortgage loans, nor is it our practice to underwrite loans commonly referred to as "Alt-A mortgages," the characteristics of which are reduced documentation, borrowers with low FICO scores or collateral with high loan-to-value ratios.
Credit Quality Indicators
We use a risk rating system to evaluate asset quality, and to identify and monitor credit risk in individual loans, and in the loan portfolio. Our definitions of “Special Mention” risk graded loans, or worse, are consistent with those used by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("FDIC"). Our internally assigned grades are as follows:
Pass and Watch - Loans to borrowers of acceptable or better credit quality. Borrowers in this category demonstrate fundamentally sound financial positions, repayment capacity, credit history, and management expertise. Loans in this category must have an identifiable and stable source of repayment and meet the Bank’s policy regarding debt-service-coverage ratios. These borrowers are capable of sustaining normal economic, market or operational setbacks without significant financial consequences. Negative external industry factors are generally not present. The loan may be secured, unsecured or supported by non-real estate collateral for which the value is more difficult to determine and/or marketability is more uncertain. This category also includes “Watch” loans, where the primary source of repayment has been delayed. “Watch” is intended to be a transitional grade, with either an upgrade or downgrade within a reasonable period.
Special Mention - Potential weaknesses that deserve close attention. If left uncorrected, those potential weaknesses may result in deterioration of the payment prospects for the asset. Special Mention assets do not present sufficient risk to warrant adverse classification.
Substandard - Inadequately protected by either the current sound worth and paying capacity of the obligor or the collateral pledged, if any. A Substandard asset has a well-defined weakness or weaknesses that jeopardize(s) the liquidation of the debt. Substandard assets are characterized by the distinct possibility that we will sustain some loss if such weaknesses or deficiencies are not corrected. Well-defined weaknesses include adverse trends or developments of the borrower’s financial condition, managerial weaknesses and/or significant collateral deficiencies.
Doubtful - Critical weaknesses that make collection or liquidation in full improbable. There may be specific pending events that work to strengthen the asset; however, the amount or timing of the loss may not be determinable. Pending events generally occur within one year of the asset being classified as Doubtful. Examples include: merger, acquisition, or liquidation; capital injection; guarantee; perfecting liens on additional collateral; and refinancing. Such loans are placed on non-accrual status and usually are collateral-dependent.
We regularly review our credits for accuracy of risk grades whenever we receive new information and at each quarterly and year-end reporting period. Borrowers are generally required to submit financial information at regular intervals. Typically, commercial borrowers with lines of credit are required to submit financial information with reporting intervals ranging from monthly to annually depending on credit size, risk and complexity. In addition, investor commercial real estate borrowers with loans exceeding a certain dollar threshold are usually required to submit rent rolls or property income statements annually. We monitor construction loans monthly. We review home equity and other consumer loans based on delinquency. We also review loans graded “Watch” or worse, regardless of loan type, no less than quarterly.
The following tables present the loan portfolio by loan class, origination year and internal risk rating as of December 31, 2022 and 2021. We early adopted the vintage disclosure requirements of ASU 2022-02 prospectively as described in Note 2 beginning with the first quarter of 2022. Accordingly, the 2022 vintage table reflects gross charge-offs by loan class and year of origination. Generally, existing term loans that were re-underwritten are reflected in the table in the year of renewal. Lines of credit that have a conversion feature at the time of origination, such as construction to perm loans, are presented by year of origination.
(in thousands) Term Loans - Amortized Cost by Origination Year Revolving Loans Amortized Cost
December 31, 2022 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 Prior Total
Commercial and industrial:
Pass and Watch $ 15,349 $ 6,679 $ 7,603 $ 19,982 $ 5,362 $ 24,954 $ 84,655 $ 164,584
Special Mention 275 - - 2,272 3,836 - 402 6,785
Substandard - - 1,252 - - 625 301 2,178
Total commercial and industrial $ 15,624 $ 6,679 $ 8,855 $ 22,254 $ 9,198 $ 25,579 $ 85,358 $ 173,547
Gross current period charge-offs $ - $ - $ (9) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ (9)
Commercial real estate, owner-occupied:
Pass and Watch $ 54,188 $ 52,080 $ 40,369 $ 44,798 $ 29,856 $ 104,377 $ - $ 325,668
Special Mention - 16,199 - 304 5,255 4,493 - 26,251
Substandard - - - 1,160 - 1,699 - 2,859
Doubtful - - 99 - - - - 99
Total commercial real estate, owner-occupied $ 54,188 $ 68,279 $ 40,468 $ 46,262 $ 35,111 $ 110,569 $ - $ 354,877
Commercial real estate, investor-owned:
Pass and Watch $ 177,822 $ 211,228 $ 155,278 $ 160,670 $ 129,166 $ 308,509 $ 57 $ 1,142,730
Special Mention - 1,172 12,097 3,934 678 9,290 - 27,171
Substandard - 2,264 - - - 19,724 - 21,988
Total commercial real estate, investor-owned $ 177,822 $ 214,664 $ 167,375 $ 164,604 $ 129,844 $ 337,523 $ 57 $ 1,191,889
Construction:
Pass and Watch $ 49,262 $ 19,393 $ 28,861 $ 7,745 $ 9,112 $ - $ - $ 114,373
Total construction $ 49,262 $ 19,393 $ 28,861 $ 7,745 $ 9,112 $ - $ - $ 114,373
Home equity:
Pass and Watch $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 883 $ 86,971 $ 87,854
Substandard - - - - - 480 414 894
Total home equity $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 1,363 $ 87,385 $ 88,748
Other residential:
Pass and Watch $ 21,154 $ 14,547 $ 29,018 $ 21,890 $ 11,064 $ 14,450 $ - $ 112,123
Total other residential $ 21,154 $ 14,547 $ 29,018 $ 21,890 $ 11,064 $ 14,450 $ - $ 112,123
Installment and other consumer:
Pass and Watch $ 20,054 $ 13,022 $ 5,727 $ 6,492 $ 4,181 $ 6,478 $ 944 $ 56,898
Substandard - - - - - 91 - 91
Total installment and other consumer $ 20,054 $ 13,022 $ 5,727 $ 6,492 $ 4,181 $ 6,569 $ 944 $ 56,989
Gross current period charge-offs $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ (18) $ (5) $ (23)
Total loans:
Pass and Watch $ 337,829 $ 316,949 $ 266,856 $ 261,577 $ 188,741 $ 459,651 $ 172,627 $ 2,004,230
Total Special Mention $ 275 $ 17,371 $ 12,097 $ 6,510 $ 9,769 $ 13,783 $ 402 $ 60,207
Total Substandard $ - $ 2,264 $ 1,252 $ 1,160 $ - $ 22,619 $ 715 $ 28,010
Total Doubtful $ - $ - $ 99 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 99
Totals $ 338,104 $ 336,584 $ 280,304 $ 269,247 $ 198,510 $ 496,053 $ 173,744 $ 2,092,546
Total gross current period charge-offs $ - $ - $ (9) $ - $ - $ (18) $ (5) $ (32)
(in thousands) Term Loans - Amortized Cost by Origination Year Revolving Loans Amortized Cost
December 31, 2021 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 Prior Total
Commercial and industrial:
Pass and Watch $ 96,643 $ 35,967 $ 25,754 $ 12,763 $ 2,729 $ 31,280 $ 90,744 $ 295,880
Special Mention - 1,700 584 273 - - 2,088 4,645
Substandard - - - - - - 1,077 1,077
Total commercial and industrial $ 96,643 $ 37,667 $ 26,338 $ 13,036 $ 2,729 $ 31,280 $ 93,909 $ 301,602
Commercial real estate, owner-occupied:
Pass and Watch $ 58,395 $ 43,216 $ 49,485 $ 36,174 $ 42,430 $ 104,898 $ - $ 334,598
Special Mention 16,748 - - 7,846 - 16,996 - 41,590
Substandard - 7,155 285 - - 8,603 - 16,043
Doubtful $ - $ 114 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 114
Total commercial real estate, owner-occupied $ 75,143 $ 50,485 $ 49,770 $ 44,020 $ 42,430 $ 130,497 $ - $ 392,345
Commercial real estate, investor-owned:
Pass and Watch $ 225,722 $ 186,214 $ 187,418 $ 143,028 $ 75,419 $ 325,882 $ 84 $ 1,143,767
Special Mention - 1,214 2,714 11,773 1,787 9,540 - 27,028
Substandard - - - 695 - 17,531 - 18,226
Total commercial real estate, investor-owned $ 225,722 $ 187,428 $ 190,132 $ 155,496 $ 77,206 $ 352,953 $ 84 $ 1,189,021
Construction:
Pass and Watch $ 31,269 $ 70,528 $ 8,935 $ 9,108 $ - $ - $ - $ 119,840
Total construction $ 31,269 $ 70,528 $ 8,935 $ 9,108 $ - $ - $ - $ 119,840
Home equity:
Pass and Watch $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 10 $ 268 $ 87,693 $ 87,971
Substandard - - - - - 377 398 775
Total home equity $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 10 $ 645 $ 88,091 $ 88,746
Other residential:
Pass and Watch $ 15,800 $ 31,981 $ 25,529 $ 15,411 $ 7,964 $ 17,873 $ - $ 114,558
Total other residential $ 15,800 $ 31,981 $ 25,529 $ 15,411 $ 7,964 $ 17,873 $ - $ 114,558
Installment and other consumer:
Pass and Watch $ 17,207 $ 7,748 $ 9,436 $ 5,633 $ 1,123 $ 6,620 $ 1,766 $ 49,533
Total installment and other consumer $ 17,207 $ 7,748 $ 9,436 $ 5,633 $ 1,123 $ 6,620 $ 1,766 $ 49,533
Total loans:
Pass and Watch $ 445,036 $ 375,654 $ 306,557 $ 222,117 $ 129,675 $ 486,821 $ 180,287 $ 2,146,147
Total Special Mention $ 16,748 $ 2,914 $ 3,298 $ 19,892 $ 1,787 $ 26,536 $ 2,088 $ 73,263
Total Substandard $ - $ 7,155 $ 285 $ 695 $ - $ 26,511 $ 1,475 $ 36,121
Total Doubtful $ - $ 114 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 114
Totals $ 461,784 $ 385,837 $ 310,140 $ 242,704 $ 131,462 $ 539,868 $ 183,850 $ 2,255,645
The following table shows the amortized cost of loans by class, payment aging and non-accrual status as of December 31, 2022 and 2021.
Loan Aging Analysis by Class
(in thousands) Commercial and industrial Commercial real estate, owner-occupied Commercial real estate, investor-owned Construction Home equity Other residential Installment and other consumer Total
December 31, 2022
30-59 days past due $ 3 $ - $ - $ - $ 319 $ 93 $ 5 $ 420
60-89 days past due - - - - 244 - - 244
90 days or more past due 1
264 - - - 414 - - 678
Total past due 267 - - - 977 93 5 1,342
Current 173,280 354,877 1,191,889 114,373 87,771 112,030 56,984 2,091,204
Total loans 1
$ 173,547 $ 354,877 $ 1,191,889 $ 114,373 $ 88,748 $ 112,123 $ 56,989 $ 2,092,546
Non-accrual loans 2
$ - $ 1,563 $ - $ - $ 778 $ - $ 91 $ 2,432
Non-accrual loans with no allowance $ - $ 1,563 $ - $ - $ 778 $ - $ 91 $ 2,432
December 31, 2021
30-59 days past due $ 2 $ - $ - $ - $ 498 $ - $ 1,036 $ 1,536
60-89 days past due 394 - - - 67 - - 461
90 days or more past due 1
229 - - - 88 - - 317
Total past due 625 - - - 653 - 1,036 2,314
Current 300,977 392,345 1,189,021 119,840 88,093 114,558 48,497 2,253,331
Total loans 1
$ 301,602 $ 392,345 $ 1,189,021 $ 119,840 $ 88,746 $ 114,558 $ 49,533 $ 2,255,645
Non-accrual loans 2
$ - $ 7,269 $ 694 $ - $ 413 $ - $ - $ 8,376
Non-accrual loans with no allowance $ - $ 7,269 $ 694 $ - $ 413 $ - $ - $ 8,376
1 There were no non-performing loans past due more than ninety days and accruing interest at December 31, 2022 and 2021. There were $264 thousand and $229 thousand in SBA PPP loans included in commercial and industrial that were past due ninety days as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively, for which the loan was either in process of SBA forgiveness or purchase.
2 None of the non-accrual loans as of December 31, 2022 or 2021 were earning interest on a cash basis. We recognized no interest income on non-accrual loans in 2022, 2021 or 2020. Accrued interest of $48 thousand was reversed from interest income for the loans that were placed on non-accrual status in 2022. No interest income was reversed for the single loan that was placed on non-accrual status in 2021.
Collateral Dependent Loans
The following table presents the amortized cost basis of individually analyzed collateral-dependent loans, which are on non-accrual status, by class at December 31, 2022 and 2021.
Amortized Cost by Collateral Type
(in thousands) Commercial Real Estate Residential Real Estate Other Total1
Allowance for Credit Losses
December 31, 2022
Commercial real estate, owner-occupied $ 1,563 $ - $ - $ 1,563 $ -
Home equity - 778 - 778 -
Installment and other consumer - - 91 91 -
Total $ 1,563 $ 778 $ 91 $ 2,432 $ -
December 31, 2021
Commercial real estate, owner-occupied $ 7,269 $ - $ - $ 7,269 $ -
Commercial real estate, investor-owned 694 - - 694 -
Home equity - 413 - 413 -
Total $ 7,963 $ 413 $ - $ 8,376 $ -
1There were no collateral-dependent residential real estate mortgage loans in process of foreclosure or in substance repossessed, at December 31, 2022 and 2021. The weighted average loan-to-value of collateral-dependent loans was approximately 42% and 67% at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
Troubled Debt Restructuring
The following table summarizes the amortized cost of TDR loans by loan class as of December 31, 2022 and 2021.
December 31,
(in thousands) 2022 2021
Commercial and industrial $ 900 $ 1,183
Commercial real estate, owner-occupied 1,160 7,155
Commercial real estate, investor-owned 160 179
Home equity 619 386
Installment and other consumer 549 607
Total 1
$ 3,388 $ 9,510
1 TDR loans on non-accrual status totaled $1.6 million and $7.4 million at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. Unfunded commitments for TDR loans totaled $209 thousand and $441 thousand as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
After meeting all of the conditions specified in Note 1, we removed one commercial loan with a remaining amortized cost of $2 thousand and an unfunded commitment of $600 thousand from TDR designation during 2021. There were no loans removed from TDR designation during either 2022 or 2020.
The following table presents information for loans modified in a TDR during the presented periods, including the number of modified contracts, the amortized cost of the loans prior to modification, and the amortized cost of the loans at period end after being restructured. The table excludes fully charged-off TDR loans and loans modified in a TDR and subsequently paid-off during the years presented, if applicable.
(dollars in thousands) Number of Contracts Modified Pre-Modification Amortized Cost Post-Modification Amortized Cost Post-Modification Amortized Cost at Period End
TDRs modified during 2022:
Commercial real estate, owner-occupied 1 $ 1,758 $ 1,758 $ 1,160
Home equity 3 247 247 240
Total 4 $ 2,005 $ 2,005 $ 1,400
TDRs modified during 2021:
Commercial and industrial 1 $ 1,101 $ 1,101 $ 901
Home equity 1 120 120 120
Total 2 $ 1,221 $ 1,221 $ 1,021
TDRs modified during 2020:
Commercial and industrial 1 $ 170 $ 162 $ 96
Commercial real estate, investor-owned 1 1,553 1,553 1,553
Home equity 1 276 276 271
Installment and other consumer 2 204 204 201
Total 5 $ 2,203 $ 2,195 $ 2,121
The loan modifications in 2022 included one or more of the following: payment deferment, maturity date extension, interest rate concession, and/or other payment modifications. The loans modified during 2021 and 2020 reflected debt consolidation, interest rate concessions, and/or other loan term and payment modifications that did not meet the criteria specified by the 2020 CARES Act for temporary relief from TDR accounting. During 2022, 2021 and 2020, there were no other defaults on loans that had been modified in a TDR within the prior twelve-month period. We report defaulted TDRs based on a payment default definition of more than ninety days past due.
Allowance for Credit Losses on Loans Rollforward
The following table discloses activity in the allowance for credit losses for the periods presented.
Allowance for Credit Losses on Loans Rollforward
(in thousands) Commercial and industrial Commercial real estate, owner-occupied Commercial real estate, investor-owned Construction Home equity Other residential Installment and other consumer Unallocated Total
Year ended December 31, 2022
Beginning balance $ 1,709 $ 2,776 $ 12,739 $ 1,653 $ 595 $ 644 $ 621 $ 2,286 $ 23,023
Provision (reversal) 72 (289) (63) 251 (37) (49) 270 (218) (63)
(Charge-offs) (9) - - - - - (23) - (32)
Recoveries 22 - - 33 - - - - 55
Ending balance $ 1,794 $ 2,487 $ 12,676 $ 1,937 $ 558 $ 595 $ 868 $ 2,068 $ 22,983
Year ended December 31, 2021
Beginning balance $ 2,530 $ 2,778 $ 12,682 $ 1,557 $ 738 $ 998 $ 291 $ 1,300 22,874
Provision (reversal) (1,240) (561) (476) 62 (193) (360) 333 986 (1,449)
Initial allowance for PCD loans 1
405 559 533 - - 6 2 - 1,505
(Charge-offs) - - - - - - (5) - (5)
Recoveries 14 - - 34 50 - - - 98
Ending balance $ 1,709 $ 2,776 $ 12,739 $ 1,653 $ 595 $ 644 $ 621 $ 2,286 $ 23,023
Year ended December 31, 2020 2
Beginning balance $ 2,334 $ 2,462 $ 8,483 $ 638 $ 850 $ 973 $ 284 $ 653 $ 16,677
Provision - incurred loss method 208 673 3,141 219 188 287 122 612 5,450
(Charge-offs) (30) - - - - - - - (30)
Recoveries 13 - - 3 - - - - 16
Balance at September 30, 2020 2,525 3,135 11,624 860 1,038 1,260 406 1,265 22,113
Impact of CECL adoption (278) 138 1,755 201 (361) (212) (125) 486 1,604
Post adoption balance at October 1, 2020 2,247 3,273 13,379 1,061 677 1,048 281 1,751 23,717
Provision (reversal) - CECL method 269 (495) (697) 496 61 (50) 11 (451) (856)
(Charge-offs) - - - - - - (1) - (1)
Recoveries 14 - - - - - - - 14
Ending balance $ 2,530 $ 2,778 $ 12,682 $ 1,557 $ 738 $ 998 $ 291 $ 1,300 $ 22,874
1 The initial allowance for PCD loans relates to the AMRB merger discussed in Note 18, Merger.
2 Refer to Note 1, Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, for a discussion of our methodology for the adoption of the current expected credit loss ("CECL") accounting standards in 2020.
Pledged Loans
Our FHLB line of credit is secured under terms of a blanket collateral agreement by a pledge of certain qualifying loans with unpaid principal balances of $1.298 billion and $1.330 billion at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. In addition, we pledge eligible TIC loans, which totaled $105.0 million and $106.2 million at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively, to secure our borrowing capacity with the Federal Reserve Bank ("FRB"). For additional information, see Note 7, Borrowings.
Related Party Loans
The Bank has, and expects to have in the future, banking transactions in the ordinary course of its business with directors, officers, principal shareholders and their businesses or associates. These transactions, including loans, are granted on substantially the same terms, including interest rates and collateral on loans, as those prevailing at the same time for comparable transactions with persons not related to us. Likewise, these transactions do not involve more than the normal risk of collectability or present other unfavorable features.
The following table shows changes in net loans to related parties for each of the three years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020.
(in thousands) 2022 2021 2020
Balance at beginning of year $ 7,942 $ 6,423 $ 8,333
Additions 1,525 - -
Assumed in the AMRB acquisition - 4,037 -
Repayments (364) (2,518) (1,910)
Reclassified due to a change in borrower status (2,658) - -
Balance at end of year $ 6,445 $ 7,942 $ 6,423
Undisbursed commitments to related parties totaled $562 thousand and $8.6 million as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. The decreases in both the outstanding amount and undisbursed commitments as of December 31, 2022 were primarily due to a Director retirement in the first quarter.
Note 4: Bank Premises and Equipment
A summary of bank premises and equipment follows:
December 31,
(in thousands) 2022 2021
Leasehold improvements $ 16,115 $ 15,282
Furniture and equipment 12,762 11,384
Buildings 1,217 1,195
Land
1,170 1,170
Finance lease right-of-use assets 1
616 499
Subtotal 31,880 29,530
Accumulated depreciation and amortization (23,746) (21,972)
Bank premises and equipment, net $ 8,134 $ 7,558
1 See Note 12, Commitments and Contingencies, for more information.
The amount of depreciation and amortization totaled $1.8 million, $1.7 million and $2.1 million for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
Note 5: Bank Owned Life Insurance
We own life insurance policies on the lives of certain current and former officers designated by the Board of Directors to fund our employee benefit programs. Death benefits provided under the specific terms of these insurance policies are estimated to be $131.9 million at December 31, 2022. The benefits to employees' beneficiaries are limited to each employee's active service period. The investment in BOLI policies are reported at their cash surrender value, net of surrender charges, of $67.1 million and $61.5 million at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. The cash surrender value includes both the original premiums paid for the life insurance policies and the accumulated accretion of policy income since inception of the policies, net of mortality costs and other fees. Earnings on BOLI totaled $1.2 million, $2.2 million and $973 thousand in 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively. These earnings included death benefit proceeds in excess of the cash surrender values of the BOLI policies of $86 thousand in 2022 and $1.1 million in 2021. There were no death benefits on BOLI in 2020. We regularly monitor the financial information and credit ratings of our insurance carriers to ensure that they are credit worthy and comply with our policy.
Note 6: Deposits
A stratification of time deposits is presented in the following table:
December 31,
(in thousands) 2022 2021
Time deposits of less than or equal to $250 thousand $ 74,421 $ 96,214
Time deposits of more than $250 thousand 44,609 54,021
Total time deposits $ 119,030 $ 150,235
Interest on time deposits was $323 thousand, $246 thousand and $554 thousand in 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
Scheduled maturities of time deposits at December 31, 2022 are as follows:
(in thousands) 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 Thereafter Total
Scheduled time deposit maturities $ 87,011 $ 11,152 $ 8,898 $ 8,167 $ 3,801 $ 1 $ 119,030
As of December 31, 2022, $231.3 million in securities were pledged as collateral for our local agency deposits.
Our deposit portfolio includes deposits offered through the Promontory Interfinancial Network that are comprised of Certificate of Deposit Account Registry Service® ("CDARS") balances included in time deposits and Insured Cash Sweep® ("ICS") balances included in money market deposits. In addition, we offer deposits through Reich & Tang Deposit Networks, LLC, comprised of Demand Deposit MarketplaceSM ("DDM") balances. Through these two networks we are able to offer our customers access to FDIC-insured deposit products in aggregate amounts exceeding current insurance limits. When we place funds through CDARS, ICS and DDM, on behalf of a customer, we have the option of receiving matching deposits through the network's reciprocal deposit program, or placing deposits "one-way" for which we receive no matching deposits. We consider the reciprocal deposits to be in-market deposits as distinguished from traditional out-of-market brokered deposits. The following table shows the composition of our network deposits at December 31, 2022 and 2021.
(in thousands) December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
Reciprocal 1
One-Way 1
Reciprocal 1
One-Way 1
CDARS $ 11,031 $ 2,162 $ 21,413 $ 2,160
ICS 100,749 - - 110,900
DDM 62,219 - 52,365 60,000
Total network deposits $ 173,999 $ 2,162 $ 73,778 $ 173,060
1 Reciprocal deposits are on-balance-sheet while one-way deposits are off-balance-sheet.
The aggregate amount of deposit overdrafts that have been reclassified as loan balances was $247 thousand and $346 thousand at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
The Bank accepts deposits from shareholders, board of directors and employees in the normal course of business, and the terms are comparable to those with non-affiliated parties. The total deposits from board directors and their businesses, and executive officers were $11.2 million and $25.3 million at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
Note 7: Borrowings and Other Obligations
Federal Funds Purchased - The Bank had unsecured available lines of credit with correspondent banks for overnight borrowings totaling $150.0 million at both December 31, 2022 and 2021. In general, interest rates on these lines approximate the federal funds target rate. There were no overnight borrowings under these credit facilities at December 31, 2022 and 2021.
Federal Home Loan Bank Borrowings - As of December 31, 2022 and 2021, the Bank had total lines of credit with the FHLB of $711.6 million and $820.5 million, respectively, based on the eligible collateral of certain loans. FHLB overnight borrowings at December 31, 2022 were $112.0 million at a rate of 4.65%, for a net available line of $599.6 million. There were no overnight borrowings at December 31, 2021. As part of our acquisition of AMRB, we assumed FHLB fixed-rate advances totaling $13.9 million that we early redeemed on August 25, 2021.
In February 2023, we increased our borrowing capacity at the FHLB by pledging certain held-to-maturity securities to Securities-Backed Credit Program, which increased our total FHLB borrowing capacity to $1.0372 billion as of February 28, 2023 from $711.6 million as of December 31, 2022.
Federal Reserve Line of Credit - The Bank has an available line of credit with the FRBSF secured by certain residential loans. At December 31, 2022 and 2021, the Bank had borrowing capacity under this line totaling $58.7 million and $70.8 million, respectively, and had no outstanding borrowings with the FRBSF.
Subordinated Debenture - As part of an acquisition in 2013, Bancorp assumed a subordinated debenture with a contractual balance of $4.1 million due to NorCal Community Bancorp Trust II (the "Trust"), established for the sole purpose of issuing trust preferred securities. On March 15, 2021, Bancorp redeemed in full the $2.8 million (book value) subordinated debenture due to the Trust, which had a 251.5% effective rate in 2021, and included accelerated accretion of the $1.3 million remaining purchase discount due to the early redemption.
Other Obligations - Equipment finance lease liabilities totaling $439 thousand and $419 thousand at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively, are included in borrowings and other obligations in the consolidated statements of condition. Refer to Note 12, Commitments and Contingencies, for additional information.
The carrying values, and average balances and rates of borrowings and other obligations as of and for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 are summarized in the following table.
2022 2021 2020
(dollars in thousands) Carrying Value Average Balance Average Rate Carrying Value Average Balance Average Rate Carrying Value Average Balance Average Rate
FHLB overnight borrowings $ 112,000 $ 1,921 4.48 % $ - $ - - % $ - $ 42 0.75 %
Other obligations (finance leases) $ 439 $ 374 0.65 % $ 419 $ 250 0.71 % $ 58 $ 132 2.62 %
FHLB fixed-rate advances $ - $ - - % $ - $ 642 1.18 % $ - $ - - %
Subordinated debenture $ - $ - - % $ - $ 534 251.54 %
$ 2,777 $ 2,741 5.68 %
Note 8: Stockholders' Equity and Stock Plans
Share-Based Awards
On May 12, 2020, our shareholders approved the 2020 Director Stock Plan, replacing and superseding the 2010 Director Stock Plan (collectively "the Plan"). The Plan provides for the payment of director fees in common shares of Bancorp's common stock not to exceed 250,000 shares and a way for directors to purchase shares at fair market value. During 2022, 2021 and 2020 we issued 10,145, 6,443 and 5,723 shares of common stock, respectively, for director fees. As of December 31, 2022, 228,004 shares were available for future director fees and purchases.
The 2017 Employee Stock Purchase Plan ("ESPP") gives our employees an opportunity to purchase Bancorp's common shares through payroll deductions of between one and fifteen percent of their pay. Shares are purchased quarterly at a five percent discount from the closing market price on the last day of the quarter. As of December 31, 2022, 375,450 shares were available for future purchases under the ESPP.
Under the 2017 Equity Plan, the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors has the discretion to determine, among other things, which employees, advisors and non-employee directors will receive share-based awards, the number and timing of awards, the vesting schedule for each award, and the type of award to be granted. As of December 31, 2022, there were 819,487 shares available for future grants to employees, advisors and non-employee directors. Options are issued at an exercise price equal to the fair value of the stock at the date of grant. Options granted to officers and employees generally vest by one-third on each anniversary of the grant for
three years and expire ten years from the grant date. Options granted to non-employee directors vest immediately and expire ten years from the grant date. Stock options and restricted stock may be net settled in a cashless exercise by a reduction in the number of shares otherwise deliverable upon exercise or vesting in satisfaction of the exercise payment and/or applicable tax withholding requirements. Shares withheld under net settlement arrangements are available for future grants. The table below depicts the total number of shares, amount, and weighted average price withheld for cashless exercises in each of the respective years.
December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2020
Number of shares withheld 11,505 27,929 10,001
Total amount withheld (in thousands) $ 393 $ 1,085 $ 398
Weighted-average price $ 34.13 $ 38.85 $ 39.83
Performance-based stock awards (restricted stock) are issued to a selected group of employees under the 2017 Equity Plan. Stock award vesting is contingent upon the achievement of pre-established long-term performance goals set by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors. Performance is measured over a three-year period and cliff vested. These performance-based stock awards were granted at a maximum opportunity level, and based on the achievement of the pre-established goals, the actual payouts can range from 0% to 200% of the target award. For performance-based stock awards, an estimate is made of the number of shares expected to vest based on the probability that the performance criteria will be achieved to determine the amount of compensation expense to be recognized. The estimate is re-evaluated quarterly and total compensation expense is adjusted for any change in the current period.
A summary of stock option activity for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020 is presented in the following table. The intrinsic value of options outstanding and exercisable is calculated as the number of in-the-money options times the difference between the market price of our stock and the exercise prices of the in-the-money options as of each year-end period presented.
Number of Shares Weighted Average Exercise Price Aggregate Intrinsic Value
(in thousands) Weighted Average Grant-Date Fair Value Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
(in years)
Options outstanding at December 31, 2019 417,382 $ 28.01 $ 7,112 5.50
Granted 44,632 39.18 6.84
Cancelled, expired or forfeited (17,222) 40.31
Exercised (73,208) 22.26 1,370
Options outstanding at December 31, 2020 371,584 29.92 2,262 5.12
Exercisable (vested) at December 31, 2020 315,377 28.05 2,254 4.53
Options outstanding at December 31, 2020 371,584 29.92 2,262 5.12
Granted 55,861 36.39 8.84
Cancelled, expired or forfeited (2,008) 42.50
Exercised (60,056) 23.01 885
Options outstanding at December 31, 2021 365,381 31.97 2,326 5.57
Exercisable (vested) at December 31, 2021 315,744 30.85 2,264 5.15
Options outstanding at December 31, 2021 365,381 31.97 2,326 5.57
Granted 39,094 34.16 8.49
Cancelled, expired or forfeited (23,760) 37.48
Exercised (51,010) 23.01 617
Options outstanding at December 31, 2022 329,705 33.22 813 5.59
Exercisable (vested) at December 31, 2022 287,228 32.81 813 5.15
A summary of the options outstanding and exercisable by price range as of December 31, 2022 is presented in the following table:
Stock Options Outstanding as of December 31, 2022 Stock Options Exercisable as of December 31, 2022
Range of Exercise Prices Stock Options Outstanding Remaining Contractual Life (in years) Weighted Average Exercise Price Stock Options Exercisable Weighted Average Exercise Price
$10.00 - $20.00
10,852 0.4 $ 19.69 10,852 $ 19.69
$20.01 - $30.00
78,214 2.5 $ 24.64 78,214 $ 24.64
$30.01 - $40.00
175,929 6.9 $ 34.58 139,906 $ 34.41
$40.01 - $50.00
64,710 6.6 $ 42.17 58,256 $ 42.40
329,705 287,228
The following table summarizes non-vested restricted stock awards and changes during the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020.
Number of Shares Weighted Average Grant-Date Fair Value
Non-vested awards at December 31, 2019 70,066 37.81
Granted 29,100 40.10
Vested (23,524) 36.35
Cancelled or forfeited (14,314) 37.63
Non-vested awards at December 31, 2020 61,328 39.50
Granted 30,742 38.00
Vested (26,392) 36.81
Cancelled or forfeited (3,848) 33.96
Non-vested awards at December 31, 2021 61,830 40.25
Granted 46,672 34.03
Vested (12,444) 41.49
Cancelled or forfeited (13,692) 41.80
Non-vested awards at December 31, 2022 82,366 36.28
We determine the fair value of stock options at the grant date using the Black-Scholes pricing model that takes into account the stock price at the grant date, exercise price, and the following assumptions (weighted-average shown).
Years ended December 31,
2022 2021 2020
Risk-free interest rate 1.86 % 0.98 % 0.91 %
Expected dividend yield on common stock 2.85 % 2.57 % 2.38 %
Expected life in years 6.0 6.1 6.1
Expected price volatility 33.44 % 33.12 % 24.43 %
The fair value of stock options as of the grant date is recorded as stock-based compensation expense in the consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income over the requisite service period, which is generally the vesting period, with a corresponding increase in common stock. Stock-based compensation also includes compensation expense related to the issuance of restricted stock awards. The grant-date fair value of the restricted stock awards, which equals the grant date price, is recorded as compensation expense over the requisite service period with a corresponding increase in common stock as the shares vest. Stock option and restricted stock awards issued include a retirement eligibility clause whereby the requisite service period is satisfied at the retirement eligibility date. For those awards, we accelerate the recording of stock-based compensation when the award holder is eligible to retire. However, retirement eligibility does not affect the vesting of restricted stock or the exercisability of the stock options, which are based on the scheduled vesting period. Total compensation expense for stock options and restricted stock awards was $962 thousand, $972 thousand, and $1.2 million during 2022, 2021, and 2020, respectively, and the total recognized deferred tax benefits related thereto were $257 thousand, $213 thousand, and $341 thousand, respectively.
As of December 31, 2022, there was $1.4 million of total unrecognized compensation expense related to non-vested stock options and restricted stock awards, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average
period of approximately 2.1 years. The total grant-date fair value of stock options vested during the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020 was $356 thousand, $514 thousand, and $484 thousand, respectively. The total grant-date fair value of restricted stock awards vested during 2022, 2021, and 2020 was $431 thousand, $1.0 million, and $1.2 million, respectively.
We record excess tax benefits (deficiencies) resulting from the exercise of non-qualified stock options, the disqualifying disposition of incentive stock options and vesting of restricted stock awards as income tax benefits (expense) in the consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income with a corresponding decrease (increase) to current taxes payable. In 2022, 2021, and 2020 we recognized $3 thousand, $87 thousand, and $120 thousand, respectively, in excess tax benefits recorded as a reduction to income tax expense related to these types of transactions. The tax benefits realized from disqualifying dispositions of incentive stock options were recognized in tax expense to the extent of the book compensation cost recorded.
Dividends
Presented below is a summary of cash dividends paid in 2022, 2021 and 2020 to common shareholders, recorded as a reduction from retained earnings. On January 20, 2023, the Board of Directors declared a $0.25 per share cash dividend, paid February 10, 2023 to the shareholders of record at the close of business on February 3, 2023.
Years ended December 31,
(in thousands except per share data) 2022 2021 2020
Cash dividends to common stockholders $ 15,673 $ 13,107 $ 12,506
Cash dividends per common share $ 0.98 $ 0.94 $ 0.92
The holders of unvested restricted stock awards are entitled to dividends on the same per-share ratio as holders of common stock. Tax benefits for dividends paid on unvested restricted stock awards are recorded as tax benefits in the consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income with a corresponding decrease to current taxes payable. Dividends on forfeited awards are included in stock-based compensation expense.
Under the California Corporations Code, payment of dividends by Bancorp to its shareholders is restricted to the amount of retained earnings immediately prior to the distribution or the amount of assets that exceeds the total liabilities immediately after the distribution. As of December 31, 2022, Bancorp's retained earnings and amount of total assets that exceeds total liabilities were $270.8 million and $412.1 million, respectively.
Under the California Financial Code, payment of dividends by the Bank to Bancorp is restricted to the lesser of retained earnings or the amount of undistributed net profits of the Bank from the three most recent fiscal years. Under this restriction, approximately $20.1 million of the Bank's retained earnings balance was available for payment of dividends to Bancorp as of December 31, 2022. Bancorp held $4.5 million in cash at December 31, 2022.
Share Repurchase Program
On July 16, 2021, Bancorp Board of Directors approved a share repurchase program under which Bancorp could repurchase up to $25.0 million of its outstanding common stock through July 31, 2023. On October 22, 2021, Bancorp's Board of Directors approved an amendment to the current share repurchase program, which increased the total authorization from $25.0 million to $57.0 million and left the expiration date unchanged. The last activity under the program was in the first quarter of 2022 when the Bancorp repurchased 23,273 shares totaling $877 thousand. A total of $34.7 million remained available to repurchase under the program as of December 31, 2022.
Under the Share Repurchase Program, Bancorp may purchase shares of its common stock through various means such as open market transactions, including block purchases, and privately negotiated transactions. The number of shares repurchased and the timing, manner, price and amount of any repurchases will be determined at Bancorp's discretion. Factors include, but are not limited to, stock price, trading volume and general market conditions, along with Bancorp’s general business conditions. The program may be suspended or discontinued at any time and does not obligate Bancorp to acquire any specific number of shares of its common stock.
As part of the Share Repurchase Program, Bancorp entered into a trading plan adopted in accordance with Rule 10b5-1 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The 10b5-1 trading plan permits common stock to be repurchased at times that might otherwise be prohibited under insider trading laws or self-imposed trading restrictions. The 10b5-1 trading plan is administered by an independent broker and is subject to price, market volume and timing restrictions.
Note 9: Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities
Fair Value Hierarchy and Fair Value Measurement
We group our assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value into three levels within the fair value hierarchy, based on the markets in which the assets and liabilities are traded and the reliability of the assumptions used to determine fair value. These levels are:
Level 1: Valuations are based on unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2: Valuations are based on quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar instruments in markets that are not active and model-based valuations for which all significant assumptions are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data.
Level 3: Valuations are based on unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities. Values are determined using pricing models and discounted cash flow models and may include significant management judgment and estimation.
Transfers between levels of the fair value hierarchy are recognized through our monthly and/or quarterly valuation process in the reporting period during which the event or circumstances that caused the transfer occurred. No such transfers occurred in the years presented.
The following table summarizes our assets and liabilities that were required to be recorded at fair value on a recurring basis.
(in thousands)
Description of Financial Instruments Carrying Value Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1) Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) Measurement Categories: Changes in Fair Value Recorded In1
December 31, 2022
Securities available for sale:
Mortgage-backed securities and collateralized mortgage obligations issued by U.S. government-sponsored agencies $ 475,505 $ - $ 475,505 $ - OCI
SBA-backed securities $ 44,355 $ - $ 44,355 $ - OCI
Debentures of government sponsored agencies $ 135,106 $ - $ 135,106 $ - OCI
U.S. Treasury securities $ 10,269 $ 10,269 $ - $ - OCI
Obligations of state and political subdivisions $ 102,123 $ - $ 102,123 $ - OCI
Corporate bonds $ 33,276 $ - $ 33,276 $ - OCI
Asset-backed securities $ 1,462 $ - $ 1,462 $ - OCI
Derivative financial assets (interest rate contracts) $ 602 $ - $ 602 $ - NI
December 31, 2021
Securities available for sale:
Mortgage-backed securities and collateralized mortgage obligations issued by U.S. government-sponsored agencies $ 759,576 $ - $ 759,576 $ - OCI
SBA-backed securities $ 33,478 $ - $ 33,478 $ - OCI
Debentures of government sponsored agencies $ 188,527 $ - $ 188,527 $ - OCI
U.S. Treasury securities $ 11,630 $ 11,630 $ - $ - OCI
Obligations of state and political subdivisions $ 134,000 $ - $ 134,000 $ - OCI
Corporate bonds $ 38,495 $ - $ 38,495 $ - OCI
Asset-backed securities $ 1,862 $ - $ 1,862 $ - OCI
Derivative financial liabilities (interest rate contracts) $ 1,085 $ - $ 1,085 $ - NI
1Other comprehensive (loss) income ("OCI") or net income ("NI").
Available-for-sale securities are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis. When available, quoted market prices (Level 1) are used to determine the fair value of available-for-sale securities. Level 1 securities include U.S. Treasury securities. If quoted market prices are not available, we obtain pricing information from a reputable third-party service provider, who may utilize valuation techniques that use current market-based or independently sourced parameters, such as bid/ask prices, dealer-quoted prices, interest rates, benchmark yield curves, prepayment speeds, probability of default, loss severity and credit spreads (Level 2). Level 2 securities include asset-backed securities, obligations of state and political subdivisions, U.S. agencies or government-sponsored agencies' debt securities, mortgage-backed securities, government agency-issued, and corporate bonds. As of December 31, 2022 and 2021, there were no Level 3 securities.
Held-to-maturity securities may be written down to fair value as a result of an other-than-temporary impairment, and we did not record any write-downs during 2022 or 2021. Fair value of held-to-maturity securities is determined using the same techniques discussed above for available-for-sale securities.
On a recurring basis, derivative financial instruments are recorded at fair value, which is based on the income approach using observable Level 2 market inputs, reflecting market expectations of future interest rates as of the measurement date. Standard valuation techniques are used to calculate the present value of the future expected cash flows assuming an orderly transaction. Valuation adjustments may be made to reflect both our own credit risk and the counterparties’ credit risk in determining the fair value of the derivatives. Level 2 inputs for the valuations are limited to observable market prices for London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) and Overnight Index Swap ("OIS") rates (for the very short term), quoted prices for LIBOR futures contracts, observable market prices for LIBOR and OIS swap rates, and one-month and three-month LIBOR basis spreads at commonly quoted intervals. Mid-market pricing of the inputs is used as a practical expedient in the fair value measurements. We project spot rates at reset days specified by each swap contract to determine future cash flows, then discount to
present value using OIS curves as of the measurement date. When the value of any collateral placed with counterparties is less than the interest rate derivative liability, a credit valuation adjustment ("CVA") is applied to reflect the credit risk we pose to counterparties. We have used the spread between the Standard & Poor's BBB rated U.S. Bank Composite rate and LIBOR for the closest maturity term corresponding to the duration of the swaps to derive the CVA. A similar credit risk adjustment, correlated to the credit standing of the counterparty, is made when collateral posted by the counterparty does not fully cover their liability to us. For further discussion on our methodology in valuing our derivative financial instruments, refer to Note 14, Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedging Activities.
Certain financial assets may be measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis. These assets are subject to fair value adjustments that result from the application of the lower of cost or fair value accounting or write-downs of individual assets, such as analyzed loans that are collateral dependent and other real estate owned ("OREO").
OREO represents collateral acquired through foreclosure and is initially recorded at fair value as established by a current appraisal of the collateral. Subsequent to foreclosure, OREO is carried at the lower of cost or fair value, less estimated costs to sell. OREO values are reviewed on an ongoing basis and any subsequent decline in fair value is recorded as a foreclosed asset expense in the current period. The value of OREO is classified as Level 3. Our current OREO resulted from the American River Bankshares ("AMRB") merger in 2021.
The following table presents the carrying value of assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis and that were held in the consolidated statements of condition at each respective period end, by level within the fair value hierarchy as of December 31, 2022 and 2021.
(in thousands) Carrying Value Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1) Significant Other Observable Inputs
(Level 2) Significant Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3)
December 31, 2022
Other real estate owned $ 455 $ - $ - $ 455
December 31, 2021
Other real estate owned $ 800 $ - $ - $ 800
Disclosures about Fair Value of Financial Instruments
The table below is a summary of fair value estimates for financial instruments as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, excluding financial instruments recorded at fair value on a recurring basis (summarized in the first table in this note). The carrying amounts in the following table are recorded in the consolidated statements of condition under the indicated captions. Further, we have not disclosed the fair value of financial instruments specifically excluded from disclosure requirements such as bank-owned life insurance policies ("BOLI"), lease obligations and non-maturity deposit liabilities. Additionally, we held shares of Federal Home Loan Bank ("FHLB") of San Francisco stock and Visa Inc. Class B common stock, both recorded at cost, as there was no impairment or changes resulting from observable price changes in orderly transactions for the identical or a similar investment of the same issuer as of December 31, 2022 and 2021. See further discussion on values within Note 2, Investment Securities, above.
December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
(in thousands) Carrying Amounts Fair Value Fair Value Hierarchy Carrying Amounts Fair Value Fair Value Hierarchy
Financial assets (recorded at amortized cost)
Cash and cash equivalents $ 45,424 $ 45,424 Level 1 $ 347,641 $ 347,641 Level 1
Investment securities held-to-maturity 972,207 845,239 Level 2 342,222 342,755 Level 2
Loans, net of allowance for credit losses 2,069,563 1,993,866 Level 3 2,232,622 2,234,430 Level 3
Interest receivable 13,069 13,069 Level 2 11,889 11,889 Level 2
Financial liabilities (recorded at amortized cost)
Time deposits 119,030 118,333 Level 2 150,235 150,475 Level 2
Federal Home Loan Bank overnight borrowings 112,000 112,000 Level 1 - - Level 1
Interest payable 75 75 Level 2 81 81 Level 2
Fair value of loans is based on exit price techniques and obtained from an independent third party that uses its proprietary valuation model and methodology and may differ from actual price from a prospective buyer. The discounted cash flow valuation approach reflects key inputs and assumptions that are unobservable, such as loan probability of default, loss given default, prepayment speed, and market discount rates.
Fair value of fixed-rate time deposits is estimated by discounting future contractual cash flows using discount rates that reflect the current observable market rates offered for time deposits of similar remaining maturities.
The value of off-balance-sheet financial instruments is estimated based on the fee income associated with the commitments, which in the absence of credit exposure, is considered to approximate their settlement value. The fair value of commitment fees was not material as of December 31, 2022 and 2021.
Note 10: Benefit Plans
Deferred Compensation Plans
We established a Deferred Compensation Plan, which allows certain key management personnel designated by the Board of Directors of the Bank to defer up to 80% of their salary and 100% of their annual bonus. Amounts deferred earn interest that is equal to the prime rate as published in the Wall Street Journal, on the first business day of the year, which was 3.25% on January 1, 2022 and January 1, 2021.
As part of the acquisition of AMRB in August 2021, we assumed $2.9 million of deferred compensation plans for former members of AMRB's management team and non-employee directors. Prior to January 1, 2022, amounts deferred earned interest based on the 5-year U.S. Government Treasury rate plus 4.0%. This rate was 4.36% for 2021. Beginning January 1, 2022, the rate converted to the prime rate.
A similar Deferred Director Fee Plan, which allows members of the Board of Directors to defer the cash portion of their director compensation, went into effect on January 1, 2021, and the first deferral of their fees was in July 2021.
Our deferred compensation obligation under these plans totaled $7.1 million and $7.9 million at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively, and is included in interest payable and other liabilities.
401(k) Defined Contribution Plan
Our 401(k) Defined Contribution Plan, which includes a Roth 401(k) option (the “401(k) Plan”), is available to all regular employees at least eighteen years of age who complete ninety days of service, and enter the plan during one of the four open enrollment dates (January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1) of each year. Under the 401(k) Plan, employees can defer between 1% and 50% of their eligible compensation, up to the maximum amount allowed by the Internal Revenue Code. The Bank provides employer-match of 70% of each participant's contribution, with a maximum of $5 thousand of matching contribution per participant per year. Employer matching contributions to the 401(k) Plan vest at a rate of 20% per year over five years, per plan provisions. Employer contributions totaled $949 thousand, $991 thousand and $929 thousand for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively, and are recorded as part of salaries and benefits expense.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (the “Plan”) is also available to all employees under the same eligibility criteria of the 401(k) Plan; however, employee contributions are not permitted. The Board of Directors determines a specific portion of the Bank's profits to be contributed to the employee stock ownership each year either in common stock or in cash for the purchase of Bancorp stock to be allocated to all eligible employees based on a percentage of their salaries, regardless of whether an employee is participating in the 401(k) plan or not. For all participants, employer contributions vest over a five-year service period, per plan provisions. After five years of service, all employer contributions vest immediately.
Bancorp issued shares of common stock, contributed them to the ESOP and recognized expenses of $1.6 million in 2022 and $1.3 million in 2021 and 2020, based on the quoted market price on the date of contribution. Cash dividends paid on Bancorp stock held by the ESOP are used to purchase additional shares in the open market. All
shares of Bancorp stock held by the ESOP are included in the calculations of basic and diluted earnings per share. The employer contributions to the ESOP are included in salaries and benefits expense.
Salary Continuation Plan
A Salary Continuation Plan was established for a select group of executive management, who, upon retirement, will receive twenty-five percent of their estimated salary at retirement as salary continuation benefit payments that are fixed and will be made between five to fifteen years, depending on the executives' service period at the Bank. Each participant will need to participate in this plan for five years before vesting begins. After five years, the participant will vest ratably in the benefit over the remaining period until age 65. As part of previous acquisitions, we assumed the salary continuation agreements for former executive officers and directors. These plans are unfunded and nonqualified for tax purposes and for purposes of Title I of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974.
At December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively, our total liability under the salary continuation plans was $4.7 million and $5.3 million recorded in interest payable and other liabilities.
Note 11: Income Taxes
The current and deferred components of the income tax provision for each of the three years ended December 31 are as follows:
(in thousands) 2022 2021 2020
Current tax provision
Federal $ 10,670 $ 6,627 $ 7,108
State 6,687 4,815 4,895
Total current tax provision 17,357 11,442 12,003
Deferred tax (benefit) provision
Federal (441) 274 (964)
State 7 (58) (694)
Total deferred tax (benefit) provision (434) 216 (1,658)
Total income tax provision $ 16,923 $ 11,658 $ 10,345
The following table shows the tax effect of our cumulative temporary differences as of December 31:
(in thousands) 2022 2021
Deferred tax assets:
Net unrealized losses on securities available-for-sale $ 29,458 $ -
Operating and finance lease liabilities 8,002 7,642
Allowance for credit losses on loans and unfunded loan commitments 7,229 7,335
Deferred compensation and salary continuation plans 3,481 3,911
Accrued but unpaid expenses 1,751 1,884
State franchise tax 1,396 930
Net operating loss carryforwards 1,239 1,406
Fair value adjustment on acquired loans 905 894
Stock-based compensation 697 599
Depreciation and disposals on premises and equipment 236 188
Other 194 144
Total gross deferred tax assets 54,588 24,933
Deferred tax liabilities:
Operating and finance lease right-of-use assets (7,465) (7,098)
Core deposit intangible assets (1,512) (1,953)
Deferred loan origination costs and fees (1,476) (1,526)
Net unrealized gains on securities available-for-sale - (745)
Other (279) (292)
Total gross deferred tax liabilities (10,732) (11,614)
Net deferred tax assets $ 43,856 $ 13,319
As of December 31, 2022, California net operating loss carryforwards ("NOLs") of $14.5 million corresponded to the total $1.2 million deferred tax asset above. If not fully utilized, the California NOLs will begin to expire in 2030. Based upon the level of historical taxable income and projections for future taxable income over the periods during which the deferred tax assets are expected to be deductible, management believes it is more likely than not we will realize the benefit of the remaining deferred tax assets. Accordingly, no valuation allowance has been established as of December 31, 2022 or 2021.
The effective tax rate for 2022, 2021 and 2020 differs from the current federal statutory income tax rate as follows:
2022 2021 2020
Federal statutory income tax rate 21.0 % 21.0 % 21.0 %
Increase (decrease) due to:
California franchise tax, net of federal tax benefit 8.3 % 8.4 % 8.1 %
Tax exempt interest on municipal securities and loans (1.9) % (2.5) % (2.4) %
Tax exempt earnings on bank owned life insurance (0.4) % (1.0) % (0.5) %
Non-deductible acquisition related expenses - % 0.6 % - %
Non-deductible executive compensation - % 0.4 % - %
Low income housing and qualified zone academy bond tax credits (0.2) % (0.4) % (0.5) %
Stock-based compensation and excess tax benefits - % (0.1) % (0.2) %
Other (0.2) % (0.4) % - %
Effective Tax Rate 26.6 % 26.0 % 25.5 %
Bancorp and the Bank have entered into a tax allocation agreement, which provides that income taxes shall be allocated between the parties on a separate entity basis. The intent of this agreement is that each member of the consolidated group will incur no greater tax liability than it would have incurred on a stand-alone basis.
We file a consolidated return in the U.S. federal tax jurisdiction and a combined return in the State of California tax jurisdiction. There were no ongoing federal or state income tax examinations at the issuance of this report. We are no longer subject to examinations by tax authorities for years before 2019 for federal income tax and before 2018 for California. At December 31, 2022 and 2021, there were no unrecognized tax benefits, and neither the Bank nor Bancorp had accruals for interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits.
Note 12: Commitments and Contingencies
Leases
We lease premises under long-term non-cancelable operating leases with remaining terms of approximately 2 months to 19 years, 4 months, most of which include escalation clauses and one or more options to extend the lease term, and some of which contain lease termination clauses. Lease terms may include certain renewal options that were considered reasonably certain to be exercised.
We lease certain equipment under finance leases with initial terms of 3 years to 5 years. The equipment finance leases do not contain renewal options, bargain purchase options or residual value guarantees.
The following table shows the balances of operating and finance lease right-of-use assets and lease liabilities as of December 31, 2022 and 2021.
(in thousands) December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
Operating leases:
Operating lease right-of-use assets $ 24,821 $ 23,604
Operating lease liabilities 26,639 25,429
Finance leases:
Finance lease right-of-use assets 616 499
Accumulated amortization (187) (93)
Finance lease right-of-use assets, net1
$ 429 $ 406
Finance lease liabilities2
$ 439 $ 419
1 Included in premises and equipment in the consolidated statements of condition.
2 Included in borrowings and other obligations in the consolidated statements of condition.
The following table shows supplemental disclosures of noncash investing and financing activities for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020.
(in thousands) 2022 2021 2020
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for operating lease liabilities $ 6,116 $ 2,376 $ 18,633
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for finance lease liabilities $ 151 $ 444 $ 18
The following table shows components of operating and finance lease cost for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020.
(in thousands) 2022 2021 2020
Operating lease cost1
$ 5,356 $ 4,823 $ 4,498
Variable lease cost - - 5
Total operating lease cost $ 5,356 $ 4,823 $ 4,503
Finance lease cost:
Amortization of right-of-use assets2
$ 127 $ 96 $ 169
Interest on finance lease liabilities3
3 2 3
Total finance lease cost $ 130 $ 98 $ 172
Total lease cost $ 5,486 $ 4,921 $ 4,675
1 Included in occupancy and equipment expense in the consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income.
2 Included in depreciation and amortization in the consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income.
3 Included in interest on borrowings and other obligations in the consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income.
The following table shows the future minimum lease payments, weighted average remaining lease terms, and weighted average discount rates under operating and finance lease arrangements as of December 31, 2022. The discount rates used to calculate the present value of lease liabilities were based on the collateralized FHLB borrowing rates that were commensurate with lease terms and minimum payments on the lease commencement date.
(in thousands) December 31, 2022
Year Operating Leases Finance Leases
2023 $ 5,343 $ 154
2024 4,585 153
2025 3,875 106
2026 3,129 36
2027 2,845 5
Thereafter 9,693 -
Total minimum lease payments 29,470 454
Amounts representing interest (present value discount) (2,831) (15)
Present value of net minimum lease payments (lease liability) $ 26,639 $ 439
Weighted average remaining term (in years) 7.7 3.1
Weighted average discount rate 2.26 % 1.86 %
Litigation Matters
Bancorp may be party to legal actions that arise from time to time in the normal course of business. Bancorp's management is not aware of any pending legal proceedings to which either it or the Bank may be a party or has recently been a party that will have a material adverse effect on the financial condition or results of operations of Bancorp or the Bank.
The Bank is responsible for a proportionate share of certain litigation indemnifications provided to Visa U.S.A. ("Visa") by its member banks in connection with Visa's lawsuits related to anti-trust charges and interchange fees ("Covered Litigation"). Our proportionate share of the litigation indemnification liability does not change or transfer upon the sale of our Class B Visa shares to member banks. Visa established an escrow account to pay for settlements or judgments in the Covered Litigation. Under the terms of the U.S. retrospective responsibility plan, when Visa funds the litigation escrow account, it triggers a conversion rate reduction of the Class B common stock to shares of Class A common stock, effectively reducing the aggregate value of the Class B common stock held by Visa's member banks like us.
In 2012, Visa had reached a $4.0 billion interchange multidistrict litigation class settlement agreement with plaintiffs representing a class of U.S. retailers. For the fiscal year ended September 30, 2022 and fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2022, Visa deposited an additional $600 million and $350 million, respectively, into the litigation escrow account to address claims of certain merchants who opted out of the Amended Settlement Agreement for a balance of $1.7 billion as of December 31, 2022. Combined with funds previously deposited with the court, these funds are expected to cover the settlement payment obligations.
The outcome of the Covered Litigation affects the conversion rate of Visa Class B common stock held by us to Visa Class A common stock, as discussed above and in Note 2, Investment Securities. The final conversion rate is subject to change depending on the final settlement payments, and the full effect on member banks is still uncertain. Litigation is ongoing and until the court approval process is complete, there is no assurance that Visa will resolve the claims as contemplated by the amended class settlement agreement, and additional lawsuits may arise from individual merchants who opted out of the class settlement. However, until the escrow account is fully depleted and the conversion rate of Class B to Class A common stock is reduced to zero, no future cash settlement payments are required by the member banks, such as us, on the Covered Litigation. Therefore, we are not required to record any contingent liabilities for the indemnification related to the Covered Litigation, as we consider the probability of losses to be remote. For further information, including a discussion of a reduction to our holdings of Class B Visa shares, refer to Note 2, Investment Securities.
Note 13: Concentrations of Credit Risk
Concentration of credit risk is associated with a lack of diversification, such as having substantial investments in a few individual issuers, thereby potentially exposing us to adverse economic, political, regulatory, geographic, industrial or credit developments. Financial instruments that potentially subject us to concentrations of credit risk consist primarily of cash and cash equivalents, investment securities and loans.
Our cash in correspondent bank accounts, at times, may exceed FDIC insured limits. We place cash and cash equivalents with the Federal Reserve Bank and other high credit quality financial institutions, periodically monitor their credit worthiness and limit the amount of credit exposure to any one institution according to regulations.
Concentrations of credit risk with respect to investment securities primarily related to the U.S. government and GSEs, which accounted for $1.535 billion, or 87% of our total investment portfolio at December 31, 2022 and $1.277 billion, or 85% at December 31, 2021. The increase is from the deployment of excess liquidity throughout 2022 into securities with purchases of $516.6 million of this security type. The largest security not issued by the U.S. Government or a GSE accounted for approximately 1% of our total investment portfolio at December 31, 2022, and 2% at December 31, 2021.
We also manage our credit exposure related to our loan portfolio to avoid the risk of undue concentration of credits in a particular industry by reducing significant exposure to highly leveraged transactions or to any individual customer or counterparty, and by obtaining collateral, as appropriate. No single borrower relationship accounted for more than 3% of outstanding loan balances at December 31, 2022 or 2021. The largest loan concentration is real estate, which accounted for 89% and 84% of our loan portfolio at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. The increase in the percentage in real estate from 2021 to 2022 was primarily due to a $107.7 million reduction in unsecured loans guaranteed by the SBA under the PPP, which are included in commercial and industrial loans.
Note 14: Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedging Activities
We entered into interest rate swap agreements, primarily as an asset/liability management strategy, in order to mitigate the changes in the fair value of specified long-term fixed-rate loans (or firm commitments to enter into long-term fixed-rate loans) caused by changes in interest rates. These hedges allow us to offer long-term fixed rate loans to customers without assuming the interest rate risk of a long-term asset. Converting our fixed-rate interest payments to floating-rate interest payments, generally benchmarked to the one-month U.S. dollar LIBOR index, protects us against changes in the fair value of our loans associated with fluctuating interest rates.
Our credit exposure, if any, on interest rate swap asset positions is limited to the fair value (net of any collateral pledged to us) and interest payments of all swaps by each counterparty. Conversely, when an interest rate swap is in a liability position exceeding a certain threshold, we may be required to post collateral to the counterparty in an amount determined by the agreements. Collateral levels are monitored and adjusted on a regular basis for changes in interest rate swap values.
As of December 31, 2022, we had four interest rate swap agreements, which are scheduled to mature at various dates ranging from June 2031 to October 2037. All of our derivatives are accounted for as fair value hedges. The notional amounts of the interest rate contracts are equal to the notional amounts of the hedged loans. Our interest rate swap payments are settled monthly with counterparties. Accrued interest receivable on the swaps totaled $5 thousand at December 31, 2022, and accrued interest payable on the swaps totaled $11 thousand at December 31, 2021. Information on our derivatives follows:
Asset derivatives Liability derivatives
(in thousands) December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
Fair value hedges:
Interest rate contracts notional amount $ 12,046 $ - $ - $ 13,037
Interest rate contracts fair value 1
$ 602 $ - $ - $ 1,085
1 Refer to Note 9, Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities, for valuation methodology.
The following table presents the carrying amount and associated cumulative basis adjustment related to the application of fair value hedge accounting that is included in the carrying amount of hedged assets as of December 31, 2022 and 2021:
Carrying Amounts of Hedged Assets Cumulative Amount of Fair Value Hedging Adjustment Included in the Carrying Amount of the Hedged Loans
(in thousands) December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
Loans $ 11,319 $ 13,976 $ (726) $ 939
The following table presents the net losses recognized in interest income on loans on the consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income related to our derivatives designated as fair value hedges:
Years ended December 31,
(in thousands) 2022 2021 2020
Interest and fees on loans 1
$ 93,868 $ 91,612 $ 84,674
Increase (decrease) in value of designated interest rate swaps due to LIBOR interest rate movements $ 1,687 $ 827 $ (734)
Payment on interest rate swaps (143) (369) (360)
(Decrease) increase in value of hedged loans (1,666) (814) 809
Decrease in value of yield maintenance agreement (10) (11) (12)
Net losses on fair value hedging derivatives recognized in interest income $ (132) $ (367) $ (297)
1 Represents the income line item in the statements of comprehensive (loss) income in which the effects of fair value hedges are recorded.
Our derivative transactions with counterparties are under International Swaps and Derivative Association (“ISDA”) master agreements that include “right of set-off” provisions. “Right of set-off” provisions are legally enforceable rights to offset recognized amounts and there may be an intention to settle such amounts on a net basis. We do not offset such financial instruments for financial reporting purposes.
Information on financial instruments that are eligible for offset in the consolidated statements of condition follows:
Offsetting of Financial Assets and Derivative Assets
Gross Amounts Net Amounts Gross Amounts Not Offset in the Statements of Condition
Gross Amounts Offset in the of Assets Presented
of Recognized Statements of in the Statements Financial Cash Collateral
(in thousands) Assets Condition of Condition Instruments Received Net Amount
December 31, 2022
Counterparty $ 602 $ - $ 602 $ - $ - $ 602
December 31, 2021
Counterparty $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Offsetting of Financial Liabilities and Derivative Liabilities
Gross Amounts of Recognized Liabilities 1
Gross Amounts Offset in the Statements of Condition Net Amounts of Liabilities Presented in the Statements of Condition 1
Gross Amounts Not Offset in the Statements of Condition
Financial Instruments Cash Collateral Pledged
(in thousands) Net Amount
December 31, 2022
Counterparty $ - $ - $ - $ - - $ -
December 31, 2021
Counterparty $ 1,085 $ - $ 1,085 $ - (1,085) $ -
1 Amounts exclude accrued interest on swaps.
Note 15: Regulatory Matters
We are subject to various regulatory capital requirements administered by the federal banking agencies. Failure to meet minimum capital requirements as set forth in the following tables can initiate certain mandatory and possibly additional discretionary actions by regulators that, if undertaken, could have a material effect on our consolidated
financial statements. Under capital adequacy guidelines and the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action, we must meet specific capital guidelines that involve quantitative measures of our assets, liabilities, and certain off-balance sheet items as calculated under regulatory accounting practices. The capital amounts and the Bank’s prompt corrective action classification are also subject to qualitative judgments by the regulators about components of capital, risk weightings and other factors.
Management reviews capital ratios on a regular basis and produces a five-year capital plan semi-annually to ensure that capital exceeds the prescribed regulatory minimums and is adequate to meet our anticipated future needs. For all periods presented, the Bank’s ratios exceed the regulatory definition of “well-capitalized” under the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action and Bancorp’s ratios exceed the required minimum ratios to be considered a well-capitalized bank holding company. In addition, the most recent notification from the FDIC categorized the Bank as well capitalized under the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action as of December 31, 2022. There are no conditions or events since that notification that management believes have changed the Bank’s categories and we expect the Bank to remain well capitalized for prompt corrective action purposes.
The Bancorp’s and Bank's capital adequacy ratios as of December 31, 2022 and 2021 are presented in the following tables.
Capital Ratios for Bancorp
(dollars in thousands)
Actual Ratio Adequately Capitalized Threshold Ratio to be a Well Capitalized Bank Holding Company
December 31, 2022 Amount Ratio Amount Ratio Amount Ratio
Total Capital (to risk-weighted assets) $ 431,667 15.90 % ≥ $ 285,079 ≥ 10.50 % ≥ $ 271,504 ≥ 10.00 %
Tier 1 Capital (to risk-weighted assets) $ 407,912 15.02 % ≥ $ 230,778 ≥ 8.50 % ≥ $ 217,203 ≥ 8.00 %
Tier 1 Capital (to average assets) $ 407,912 9.60 % ≥ $ 169,948 ≥ 4.00 % ≥ $ 212,435 ≥ 5.00 %
Common Equity Tier 1 (to risk-weighted assets) $ 407,912 15.02 % ≥ $ 190,053 ≥ 7.00 % ≥ $ 176,478 ≥ 6.50 %
December 31, 2021
Total Capital (to risk-weighted assets) $ 397,101 14.58 % ≥ $ 286,035 ≥ 10.50 % ≥ $ 272,414 ≥ 10.00 %
Tier 1 Capital (to risk-weighted assets) $ 373,286 13.70 % ≥ $ 231,552 ≥ 8.50 % ≥ $ 217,931 ≥ 8.00 %
Tier 1 Capital (to average assets) $ 373,286 8.85 % ≥ $ 168,750 ≥ 4.00 % ≥ $ 210,937 ≥ 5.00 %
Common Equity Tier 1 (to risk-weighted assets) $ 373,286 13.70 % ≥ $ 190,690 ≥ 7.00 % ≥ $ 177,069 ≥ 6.50 %
Capital Ratios for the Bank (dollars in thousands)
Actual Ratio Adequately Capitalized Threshold Ratio to be Well Capitalized under Prompt Corrective Action Provisions
December 31, 2022 Amount Ratio Amount Ratio Amount Ratio
Total Capital (to risk-weighted assets) $ 427,108 15.73 % ≥ $ 285,052 ≥ 10.50 % ≥ $ 271,478 ≥ 10.00 %
Tier 1 Capital (to risk-weighted assets) $ 403,352 14.86 % ≥ $ 230,757 ≥ 8.50 % ≥ $ 217,183 ≥ 8.00 %
Tier 1 Capital (to average assets) $ 403,352 9.49 % ≥ $ 169,940 ≥ 4.00 % ≥ $ 212,425 ≥ 5.00 %
Common Equity Tier 1 (to risk-weighted assets) $ 403,352 14.86 % ≥ $ 190,035 ≥ 7.00 % ≥ $ 176,461 ≥ 6.50 %
December 31, 2021
Total Capital (to risk-weighted assets) $ 390,924 14.35 % ≥ $ 286,009 ≥ 10.50 % ≥ $ 272,390 ≥ 10.00 %
Tier 1 Capital (to risk-weighted assets) $ 367,109 13.48 % ≥ $ 231,531 ≥ 8.50 % ≥ $ 217,912 ≥ 8.00 %
Tier 1 Capital (to average assets) $ 367,109 8.70 % ≥ $ 168,724 ≥ 4.00 % ≥ $ 210,905 ≥ 5.00 %
Common Equity Tier 1 (to risk-weighted assets) $ 367,109 13.48 % ≥ $ 190,673 ≥ 7.00 % ≥ $ 177,053 ≥ 6.50 %
Note 16: Financial Instruments with Off-Balance Sheet Risk
We make commitments to extend credit in the normal course of business to meet the financing needs of our customers. These financial instruments include commitments to extend credit in the form of loans or through standby letters of credit. Commitments to extend credit are agreements to lend to a customer as long as there is no violation of any condition established in the contract. Commitments generally have fixed expiration dates or other termination clauses and may require payment of a fee. Because various commitments will expire without being fully drawn, the total commitment amount does not necessarily represent future cash requirements.
Our credit loss exposure is equal to the contractual amount of the commitment in the event of nonperformance by the borrower. We use the same credit underwriting criteria for all credit exposure. The amount of collateral
obtained, if deemed necessary by us, is based on management's credit evaluation of the borrower. Collateral types pledged may include accounts receivable, inventory, other personal property and real property.
The contractual amount of unfunded loan commitments and standby letters of credit not reflected in the consolidated statements of condition are as follows:
(in thousands) December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
Commercial lines of credit $ 292,204 $ 330,234
Revolving home equity lines 218,907 210,938
Undisbursed construction loans 43,179 78,381
Personal and other lines of credit 10,842 11,001
Standby letters of credit 1,738 3,657
Total unfunded loan commitments and standby letters of credit $ 566,870 $ 634,211
As of December 31, 2022, approximately 42% of the commitments expire in 2023, 42% expire between 2024 and 2030 and 16% expire thereafter.
We record an allowance for credit losses on unfunded loan commitments at the balance sheet date based on estimates of the probability that these commitments will be drawn upon according to historical utilization experience of the different types of commitments and expected loss rates determined for pooled funded loans. The allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments totaled $1.5 million and $1.8 million as of December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively, which is included in interest payable and other liabilities in the consolidated statements of condition.
The $318 thousand decrease in the allowance for unfunded commitments in 2022 was largely due to the decrease in the balance of unfunded commitments.
The $993 thousand decrease in the allowance for unfunded commitments in 2021 was largely due to ongoing improvements in the underlying economic forecasts under the CECL accounting method at the time.
We adopted the CECL accounting standard on December 31, 2020, (refer to Note 1, Summary of Significant Accounting Policies and Note 3, Loans and Allowance for Credit Losses for additional information). During the first nine months of 2020, we increased the allowance for credit losses on unfunded loan commitments under the incurred loss method ("previous GAAP") by $610 thousand. Upon adoption of the CECL standard, we increased it by $1.1 million, which included approximately $550 thousand related to a $36.9 million increase in available commitments during the fourth quarter of 2020. The remaining increase was due to changes in credit loss assumptions between the CECL and incurred loss methods at the time.
Note 17: Condensed Bank of Marin Bancorp Parent Only Financial Statements
Presented below is financial information for Bank of Marin Bancorp, parent holding company only.
CONDENSED UNCONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CONDITION
December 31, 2022 and 2021
(in thousands) 2022 2021
Assets
Cash and due from Bank of Marin $ 4,493 $ 6,624
Investment in bank subsidiary 407,532 444,191
Other assets 255 243
Total assets $ 412,280 $ 451,058
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
Accrued expenses payable $ 188 $ 318
Other liabilities - 372
Total liabilities 188 690
Stockholders' equity 412,092 450,368
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 412,280 $ 451,058
CONDENSED UNCONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
Years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020
(in thousands) 2022 2021 2020
Income
Dividends from bank subsidiary $ 16,200 $ 64,000 $ 16,200
Miscellaneous income - - 3
Total income 16,200 64,000 16,203
Expense
Interest expense - 1,361 158
Non-interest expense 1,793 4,025 1,325
Total expense 1,793 5,386 1,483
Income before income taxes and equity in undistributed net income of subsidiary 14,407 58,614 14,720
Income tax benefit 530 1,235 437
Income before equity in undistributed net income of subsidiary
14,937 59,849 15,157
Earnings of bank subsidiary greater (less) than dividends received from bank subsidiary 31,649 (26,621) 15,085
Net income $ 46,586 $ 33,228 $ 30,242
CONDENSED UNCONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
Years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020
(in thousands) 2022 2021 2020
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:
Net income $ 46,586 $ 33,228 $ 30,242
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Earnings of bank subsidiary (greater) less than dividends received from bank subsidiary (31,649) 26,621 (15,085)
Accretion of discount on subordinated debenture - 1,347 69
Noncash director compensation expense 36 35 31
Net changes in:
Other assets (12) (1,655) (4)
Other liabilities (129) (88) 59
Net cash provided by operating activities
14,832 59,488 15,312
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:
Capital contribution to bank subsidiary (899) (619) (1,464)
Net cash used in investing activities
(899) (619) (1,464)
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:
Proceeds from stock options exercised and stock issued under employee and director stock purchase plans 899 587 1,419
Repayment of subordinated debenture including execution costs - (4,126) -
Restricted stock surrendered for tax withholdings upon vesting (40) (166) (73)
Cash dividends paid on common stock (15,673) (13,107) (12,506)
Stock repurchased, including commissions (1,250) (40,762) (6,898)
Net cash used in financing activities (16,064) (57,574) (18,058)
Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents (2,131) 1,295 (4,210)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year 6,624 5,329 9,539
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year $ 4,493 $ 6,624 $ 5,329
Supplemental schedule of noncash investing and financing activities:
Stock issued in payment of director fees $ 355 $ 217 $ 217
Repurchase of stock not yet settled $ - $ 373 $ 413
Stock issued to ESOP $ 1,233 $ 1,330 $ 1,289
Note 18: Merger
Bancorp completed its merger and acquired all assets and assumed all liabilities of AMRB on August 6, 2021. The Merger expanded Bank of Marin's presence throughout the Greater Sacramento, Amador and Sonoma County Regions where AMRB had ten branches. The Merger added $898.4 million in total assets, including $297.8 million in investment securities and $419.4 million in loans, and $816.6 million in total liabilities, including $790.0 million in deposits, to Bank of Marin as of the merger date. Bancorp accounted for the Merger as a business combination under the acquisition method of accounting. The assets acquired and liabilities assumed, both tangible and intangible, were recorded at their fair values as of the merger date in accordance with ASC 805, Business Combinations.
AMRB's shareholders received 0.575 shares of Bancorp's common for each share of AMRB common stock outstanding immediately prior to the Merger resulting in the issuance of 3,441,235 shares of Bancorp common stock. In addition, merger consideration included cash paid for outstanding stock options and cash paid in lieu of fractional shares, as summarized in the following table.
(in thousands) Merger Consideration
Value of common stock consideration paid to shareholders (0.575 fixed exchange ratio, stock price $36.15)
$ 124,401
Cash consideration for stock options 63
Cash paid in lieu of fractional shares 13
Total merger consideration $ 124,477
We recorded $42.6 million in goodwill, which represented the excess of the total merger consideration paid of $124.5 million over the fair value of the net assets acquired of $81.9 million. Goodwill mainly reflects expected value created through the combined operations of AMRB and Bancorp and is evaluated for impairment annually.
Merger-related and conversion costs are recognized as incurred and continue until all systems have been converted and operational functions are fully integrated. Bancorp's pretax merger-related costs reflected in the consolidated statements of comprehensive (loss) income are summarized in the following table.
Years ended December 31,
(in thousands) 2022 2021 2020
Personnel and severance $ 393 $ 3,005 $ -
Professional services 67 1,976 -
Data processing 77 1,127 -
Other expense 321 350 -
Total merger-related and conversion costs $ 858 $ 6,458 $ -
End of 2022 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements

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ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS
ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
None.

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ITEM 9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
ITEM 9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
(A) Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
Bank of Marin Bancorp and its subsidiary (the "Company") conducted an evaluation under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) or 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Act”)) as of the end of the period covered by this report. The term disclosure controls and procedures means controls and other procedures that are designed to ensure that information we are required to disclose in the reports that we file or submit under the Act (15 U.S.C. 78a et seq.) is recorded, processed, summarized and reported, within the time periods specified in the SEC's rules and forms. Disclosure controls and procedures include, without limitation, controls and procedures designed to ensure that information we are required to disclose in the reports that we file or submit under the Act is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our principal executive and principal financial officers, or persons performing similar functions, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure. Based upon that evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of the end of the period covered by this report.
(B) Management's Annual Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting
Management is responsible for establishing and maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) promulgated under the 1934 Act). The internal control process has been designed under our supervision to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of the Company's financial statements for external reporting purposes in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Management conducted an assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2022, utilizing the framework established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). Based on this assessment, management has concluded that the Company maintained effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2022.
There are inherent limitations to the effectiveness of any system of internal control over financial reporting. These limitations include the possibility of human error, the circumvention or overriding of the system and reasonable resource constraints. Because of its inherent limitations, our internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risks that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
Management's report on internal control over financial reporting is set forth in ITEM 8 and is incorporated herein by reference.
(C) Audit Report of the Registered Public Accounting Firm
The Company's independent registered public accounting firm, Moss Adams, LLP, has audited the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2022 as stated in their audit report, which is included in ITEM 8 and incorporated herein by reference.
(D) Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
During the quarter ended December 31, 2022, there were no significant changes that materially affected, or are reasonably likely to affect, our internal control over financial reporting identified in connection with the evaluation mentioned in (B) above. The term internal control over financial reporting, as defined by Rule
15d-15(f) of the Act, is a process designed by, or under the supervision of, the issuer's principal executive and principal financial officers, or persons performing similar functions, and effected by the issuer's board of directors, management and other personnel, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.

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ITEM 9B. OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 9B. OTHER INFORMATION
None.

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ITEM 10. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
ITEM 10. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
The information required by this Item is incorporated by reference from our Proxy Statement for the 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Bancorp and the Bank have adopted a Code of Ethics that applies to all staff including the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer. A copy of the Code of Ethical Conduct, which is also included on our website, will be provided to any person, without charge, upon written request to Corporate Secretary, Bank of Marin Bancorp, 504 Redwood Boulevard, Suite 100, Novato, CA 94947. During 2022 there were no changes in the procedures for the election or nomination of directors.

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ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
The information required by this Item is incorporated by reference from our Proxy Statement for the 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

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ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS
ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT AND
RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS
The information required by this Item is incorporated by reference from ITEM 5 above, Note 8 to our audited consolidated financial statements and our Proxy Statement for the 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

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ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS
ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS, AND DIRECTOR INDEPENDENCE
The information required by this Item is incorporated by reference from our Proxy Statement for the 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

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ITEM 14. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTING FEES AND SERVICES
ITEM 14. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT FEES AND SERVICES
The Company’s independent registered public accounting firm is Moss Adams LLP, Issuing Office: Portland, OR, PCAOB ID: 659.
The information required by this Item is incorporated by reference from our Proxy Statement for the 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
PART IV

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ITEM 15. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES
ITEM 15. EXHIBITS AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES
(A) Documents Filed as Part of this Report:
1. Financial Statements
The financial statements and supplementary data listed below are filed as part of this report under ITEM 8, captioned Financial Statements and Supplementary Data.
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020
Management's Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting
Consolidated Statements of Condition as of December 31, 2022 and 2021
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive (Loss) Income for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
2. Financial Statement Schedules
All financial statement schedules have been omitted, as they are inapplicable or the required information is included in the financial statements or notes thereto.
(B) Exhibits Filed:
The following exhibits are filed as part of this report or hereby incorporated by references to filings previously made with the SEC.
Incorporated by Reference
Exhibit Number Exhibit Description Form File No. Exhibit Filing Date Herewith
2.01 Agreement to Merge and Plan of Reorganization, dated April 16, 2021 by and among Bank of Marin Bancorp and American River Bankshares
8-K 001-33572 2.1 April 19, 2021
3.01 Articles of Incorporation, as amended
S-4 333-257025 3.01 June 11, 2021
3.02 Bylaws, as amended
S-4 333-257025 3.02 June 11, 2021
4.01 Description of Capital Stock
Filed
10.01 Employee Stock Ownership Plan
S-8 333-218274 4.1 May 26, 2017
10.02 2017 Employee Stock Purchase Plan
S-8 333-221219 4.1 October 30, 2017
10.03 2017 Equity Plan, as amended
S-8 333-227840 4.1 October 15, 2018
10.04 2020 Director Stock Plan
S-8 333-239555 4.1 June 30, 2020
10.05 Form of Indemnification Agreement for Directors and Executive Officers, dated August 9, 2007
10-Q 001-33572 10.06 November 7, 2007
10.06 2010 Annual Individual Incentive Compensation Plan, revised 2019
10-K 001-33572 10.07 March 15, 2021
10.07 Salary Continuation Agreement for executive officer Tani Girton, Chief Financial Officer, dated October 18, 2013
8-K 001-33572 10.2
November 4, 2014
10.08 2007 Form of Change in Control Agreement
8-K 001-33572 10.1 October 31, 2007
10.09 Director Deferred Fee Plan, dated December 17, 2020
10-K 001-33572 10.13 March 15, 2021
10.10 Employment Agreement with Timothy Myers, dated September 23, 2021
8-K 001-33572 10.1 September 24, 2021
10.11 Salary Continuation Agreement, as amended for executive officer Timothy Myers, Chief Executive Officer, dated January 1, 2022
8-K 001-33572 10.1 December 21, 2022
10.12 Salary Continuation Agreement for executive officer Nicolette Sloan, Head of Commercial Banking, dated January 1, 2022
8-K 001-33572 10.2 December 21, 2022
10.13 Salary Continuation Agreement for executive officer Misako Stewart, Chief Credit Officer, dated January 1, 2022
8-K 001-33572 10.3 December 21, 2022
10.14 Salary Continuation Agreement for executive officer Brandi Campbell, Head of Retail Banking, dated July 1, 2022
8-K 001-33572 10.4 December 21, 2022
14.01 Code of Ethical Conduct, dated December 16, 2021
10-K 001-33572 14.01 March 15, 2022
23.01 Consent of Moss Adams LLP
Filed
31.01 Certification of Principal Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a) as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Filed
31.02 Certification of Principal Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a) as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Filed
32.01 Certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. §1350 as adopted pursuant to §906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Filed
101.INS Inline XBRL Instance Document Filed
101.SCH Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document Filed
101.CAL Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document Filed
101.LAB Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document Filed
101.PRE Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document Filed
101.DEF Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document Filed
Copies of any exhibit to our Annual Report on Form 10-K listed in the index above will be furnished to shareholders as of the record date without charge upon written request by such shareholder addressed as follows: Corporate Secretary, Bank of Marin Bancorp, 504 Redwood Boulevard, Suite 100, Novato, CA 94947.