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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
Form 10-K
(Mark One)
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ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006
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TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
For the transition period from to
Commission File Number 0-30242
Lamar
Advertising Company
Commission File Number 1-12407
Lamar Media Corp.
(Exact names of registrants as specified in their charters)
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Delaware
Delaware
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization
5551 Corporate Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA
(Address of principal executive offices)
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72-1449411
72-1205791
I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
70808
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Registrants telephone number, including area code: (225) 926-1000
SECURITIES OF LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OF THE ACT:
Class A common stock, $0.001 par value
SECURITIES OF LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(g) OF THE ACT:
None
SECURITIES OF LAMAR MEDIA CORP.
REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OF THE ACT:
None
SECURITIES OF LAMAR MEDIA CORP.
REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(g) OF THE ACT:
None
Indicate by check mark if Lamar Advertising Company is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined
in Rule 405 of the Securities Act.
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Indicate by check mark if Lamar Advertising Company is not required to file reports pursuant to
Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Exchange Act. Yes o No þ
Indicate by check mark if Lamar Media Corp. is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405
of the Securities Act. Yes o No þ
Indicate by check mark if Lamar Media Corp. is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13
or Section 15(d) of the Exchange Act.
Yes o No þ
Indicate by check mark whether each registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by
Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for
such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been
subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes þ No o
Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K is
not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the best of Lamar Advertising Companys
knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of
this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K. þ
Indicate by check mark whether Lamar Advertising Company is a large accelerated filer, an
accelerated filer, or a non-accelerated filer. See definition of accelerated filer and large
accelerated filer in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filer þ Accelerated filer o Non-accelerated filer o.
Indicate by check mark whether Lamar Media Corp. is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated
filer, or a non-accelerated filer. See definition of accelerated filer and large accelerated
filer in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filer o Accelerated filer o Non-accelerated filer þ.
Indicate by check mark if either registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the
Exchange Act). Yes o No þ.
As of June 30, 2006, the aggregate market value of the voting stock held by nonaffiliates of Lamar
Advertising Company was $4,934,523,397 based on $53.86 per share as reported on the National Association of
Securities Dealers Automated Quotation System National Market System.
As of June 30, 2006, the aggregate market value of the voting stock held by nonaffiliates of Lamar
Media Corp. was $0.
Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuers classes of common stock, as of
the latest practicable date.
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Class
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Outstanding at February 23, 2007 |
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Lamar Advertising Company Class A common
stock, $0.001 par value per share
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84,337,579 shares |
Lamar Advertising Company Class B common
stock, $0.001 par value per share
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15,397,865 shares |
Lamar Media Corp. common stock, $0.001 par
value per share
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100 shares |
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
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Document
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Parts Into Which Incorporated |
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Proxy Statement for the Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be held on May 24, 2007
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Part III |
(Proxy Statement) |
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This combined Form 10-K is separately filed by (i) Lamar Advertising Company and (ii) Lamar Media
Corp. (which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Lamar Advertising Company). Lamar Media Corp. meets
the conditions set forth in general instruction I(1) (a) and (b) of Form 10-K and is, therefore,
filing this form with the reduced disclosure format permitted by such instruction.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain information included in this report is forward-looking in nature within the meaning of
Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
This report uses terminology such as anticipates, believes, plans, expects, future,
intends, may, will, should, estimates, predicts, potential, continue and similar
expressions to identify forward-looking statements. Examples of forward-looking statements in this
report include statements about:
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the Companys future financial performance and condition; |
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the Companys business plans, objectives, prospects, growth and operating strategies; |
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market opportunities and competitive positions; |
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estimated risks; and |
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stock price. |
Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other
important factors, including but not limited to the following, any of which may cause the Companys
actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by
the forward-looking statements:
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national and local economic conditions that may affect the markets in which the Company operates; |
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the levels of expenditures on advertising in general and outdoor advertising in particular; |
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increased competition within the outdoor advertising industry; |
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the regulation of the outdoor advertising industry; |
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the Companys need for, and ability to obtain, additional funding for acquisitions and operations; |
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risks and uncertainties relating to the Companys significant indebtedness; |
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the Companys ability to renew expiring contracts at favorable rates; |
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the integration of businesses that the Company acquires and its ability to recognize
cost savings and operating efficiencies as a result of these acquisitions; |
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the Companys ability to successfully implement its digital deployment strategy; and |
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changes in accounting principles, policies or guidelines. |
The forward-looking statements in this report are based on the Companys current good faith
beliefs, however, actual results may differ due to inaccurate assumptions, the factors listed above
or other foreseeable or unforeseeable factors. Consequently, the Company cannot guarantee that any
of the forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate. The forward-looking statements in
this report speak only as of the date of this report, and Lamar Advertising Company and Lamar Media
Corp. expressly disclaim any obligation or undertaking to update or revise any forward-looking
statement contained in this report.
INDUSTRY AND MARKET DATA
The industry and market data presented throughout this report are based on the experience and
estimates of the Companys management and the data in reports issued by third-parties, including
the Outdoor Advertising Association of America. In each case, the Company believes this industry
and market data is reasonable. The Company has not, however, independently verified the industry
and market data derived from third-party sources, and no independent source has verified the
industry and market data derived from managements experience and estimates.
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PART I
ITEM 1. BUSINESS
General
Lamar Advertising Company, referred to herein as the Company or Lamar Advertising or we is
one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the United States based on number of displays
and has operated under the Lamar name since 1902. As of December 31, 2006, the Company owned and
operated approximately 151,000 billboard advertising displays in 44 states, Canada and Puerto Rico,
approximately 95,000 logo advertising displays in 19 states and the province of Ontario, Canada,
and operated approximately 31,200 transit advertising displays in 16 states, Canada and Puerto
Rico. The Company offers its customers a fully integrated service, satisfying all aspects of their
billboard display requirements from ad copy production to placement and maintenance.
The Companys Business
We operate three types of outdoor advertising displays: billboards, logo signs and transit
advertising displays.
Billboards. The Company sells most of its advertising space on two types of billboards:
bulletins and posters.
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Bulletins are generally large, illuminated advertising structures that
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Posters are generally smaller advertising structures that are located
on major traffic arteries and city streets and target vehicular and pedestrian
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In addition to these traditional billboards, the Company is also introducing digital
billboards which are generally located on major traffic arteries and city streets. As of
December 31, 2006, the Company owned and operated approximately 300 digital billboard
advertising displays in 34 states and Canada.
Logo signs. The Company sells advertising space on logo signs located near highway exits.
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Logo signs generally advertise nearby gas, food, camping, lodging and
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The Company is the largest provider of logo signs in the United States, operating 19 of the
25 privatized state logo sign contracts. As of December 31, 2006, the Company operated
approximately 95,000 logo sign advertising displays in 19 states and Canada.
Transit advertising displays. The Company also sells advertising space on the exterior and
interior of public transportation vehicles, transit shelters and benches in 73 markets. As
of December 31, 2006, the Company operated approximately 31,200 transit advertising displays
in 16 states, Canada and Puerto Rico.
Corporate History
The
Company has operated under the Lamar name since its founding in 1902
and has been publicly traded on the
Nasdaq under the symbol LAMR since 1996. We completed a reorganization on
July 20, 1999 that created our current holding company structure. At that time, the operating
company (then called Lamar Advertising Company) was renamed Lamar Media Corp., and all of the
operating companys stockholders became stockholders of a new holding company. The new holding
company then took the Lamar Advertising Company name, and Lamar Media Corp. became a wholly owned
subsidiary of Lamar Advertising Company.
In this report, we refer to Lamar Advertisings wholly owned subsidiary Lamar Media Corp. as Lamar
Media.
Where you can find more information
The Company makes its annual reports on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, current reports
on Form 8-K, and amendments to these reports available free of charge through its website,
www.lamar.com, as soon as reasonably practicable after filing them with, or furnishing them to, the
Securities and Exchange Commission. Information contained on the website is not part of this
report.
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Operating Strategies
We strive to be a leading provider of outdoor advertising services in each of the markets that we
serve, and our operating strategies for achieving that goal include:
Continuing to provide high quality local sales and service. The Company seeks to identify and
closely monitor the needs of its customers and to provide them with a full complement of high
quality advertising services. Local advertising constituted approximately 78% of net revenues for
the year ended December 31, 2006, which management believes is higher than the industry average.
The Company believes that the experience of its regional and local managers has contributed greatly
to its success. For example, the Companys regional managers have been with the Company for an
average of 25 years. In an effort to provide high quality sales and service at the local level,
the Company employed approximately 950 local account executives as of December 31, 2006. Local
account executives are typically supported by additional local staff and have the ability to draw
upon the resources of the central office, as well as offices in its other markets, in the event
business opportunities or customers needs support such an allocation of resources.
Continuing a centralized control and decentralized management structure. The Companys management
believes that, for its particular business, centralized control and a decentralized organization
provide for greater economies of scale and are more responsive to local market demands. Therefore,
the Company maintains centralized accounting and financial control over its local operations, but
the local managers are responsible for the day-to-day operations in each local market and are
compensated according to that markets financial performance.
Continuing to focus on internal growth. Within our existing markets, we seek to increase our
revenue and improve our cash flow by employing highly-targeted local marketing efforts to improve
our display occupancy rates and by increasing advertising rates where and when demand can absorb
rate increases. Our local offices spearhead this effort and respond to local customer demands
quickly.
In addition, we routinely invest in upgrading our existing displays and constructing new displays.
From January 1, 1997 to December 31, 2006, the Company
invested approximately $916 million in
improvements to our existing displays and in constructing new displays. Our regular improvement
and expansion of our advertising display inventory allow us to provide high quality service to our
current advertisers and to attract new advertisers.
Continuing to pursue strategic acquisitions. We intend to enhance our growth by continuing to
pursue strategic acquisitions that result in increased operating efficiencies, greater geographic
diversification, increased market penetration and opportunities for inter-market cross-selling. In
addition to acquiring outdoor advertising assets in new markets, we acquire complementary outdoor
advertising assets within existing markets and in contiguous markets. We have a proven track
record of integrating acquired outdoor advertising businesses and assets. Since January 1, 1997,
we have successfully completed over 760 acquisitions, including over 230 acquisitions for an
aggregate purchase price of approximately $611 million from January 1, 2004 to December 31, 2006.
Although the advertising industry is becoming more consolidated, we believe acquisition
opportunities still exist, given the industrys continued fragmentation among smaller advertising
companies.
Continuing to pursue other outdoor advertising opportunities. The Company plans to pursue
additional logo sign contracts. Logo sign opportunities arise periodically, both from states
initiating new logo sign programs and states converting from government-owned and operated programs
to privately-owned and operated programs. Furthermore, the Company plans to pursue additional
tourist oriented directional sign programs in both the Untied States and Canada and also other
motorist information signing programs as opportunities present themselves. In an effort to
maintain market share, the Company has entered the transit advertising business through the
operation of displays on bus shelters, benches and buses in 73 of its advertising markets.
COMPANY OPERATIONS
Billboard Advertising
The Company sells most of its advertising space on two types of billboard advertising displays:
bulletins and posters. As of December 31, 2006, the Company owned and operated approximately
151,000 billboard advertising displays in 44 states, Canada and Puerto Rico. In 2006, we derived
approximately 74% of our billboard advertising net revenues from bulletin sales and 26% from poster
sales.
Bulletins are large, advertising structures (the most common size is fourteen feet high by
forty-eight feet wide, or 672 square feet) consisting of panels on which advertising copy is
displayed. We wrap advertising copy printed with computer-generated graphics on a single sheet
of vinyl around the structure. To attract more attention, some of the panels may extend beyond
the linear edges of the display face and may include three-dimensional embellishments. Because
of their greater impact and higher cost, bulletins are usually located on major highways and
target vehicular traffic. At December 31, 2006, we operated
approximately 73,000 bulletins.
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We generally sell individually-selected bulletin space to advertisers for the duration of the
contract (usually six to twelve months). We also sell bulletins as part of a rotary plan under
which we rotate the advertising copy from one bulletin location to another within a particular
market at stated intervals (usually every sixty to ninety days) to achieve greater reach within
that market.
Posters are slightly smaller advertising structures (the most common size is twelve feet high by
twenty-five feet wide, or 300 square feet; we also operate junior posters, which are six feet
high by twelve feet wide, or 72 square feet). There are two kinds of advertising copy we use on
posters. The first consists of lithographed or silk-screened paper sheets supplied by the
advertiser that we paste and apply like wallpaper to the face of the display, and the second
consists of single sheets of vinyl with computer-generated advertising copy that we wrap around
the structure. Posters are concentrated on major traffic arteries and target vehicular traffic,
and junior posters are concentrated on city streets and target hard-to-reach pedestrian traffic
and nearby residents. Posters provide advertisers with access to either a specified percentage
of the general population or a specific targeted audience. At December 31, 2006, we operated
approximately 78,000 posters.
We generally sell poster space for thirty- and ninety-day periods in packages called showings,
which comprise a given number of displays in a specified market area. We place and spread out
the displays making up a showing in well-traveled areas to reach a wide audience in the
particular market.
In addition to the traditional displays described above, we have also begun deploying digital
billboards. Digital billboards are large electronic light emitting diode (LED) displays (the most
common sizes are fourteen feet high by forty feet wide, or 560 square feet; ten and a half feet
high by thirty six feet wide, or 378 square feet; and ten feet high by twenty-one feet wide, or 210
square feet) that are generally located on major traffic arteries and city streets. Digital
billboards are capable of generating over one billion colors and vary in brightness based on
ambient conditions. They display completely digital advertising copy from various advertisers in a
slide show fashion, rotating each advertisement approximately every 6 to 8 seconds. We give
digital advertisers flexibility to change their advertising copy quickly by sending new artwork
over a secured internet connection. As of December 31, 2006, we operated approximately 300
digital billboards in various markets.
We own the physical structures on which the advertising copy is displayed. We build the structures
on locations we either own or lease. In each local office one employee typically performs site
leasing activities for the markets served by that office. See Item 2. Properties.
In the majority of our markets, our local production staffs perform the full range of activities
required to create and install billboard advertising displays. Production work includes creating
the advertising copy design and layout, coordinating its printing and installing the designs on the
displays. The Company provides its production services to local advertisers and to advertisers
that are not represented by advertising agencies, as most national advertisers represented by
advertising agencies use preprinted designs that require only our installation. Our talented
design staff uses state-of-the-art technology to prepare creative, eye-catching displays for our
customers. We can also help with the strategic placement of advertisements throughout an
advertisers market by using software that allows us to analyze the target audience and its
demographics. Our artists also assist in developing marketing presentations, demonstrations and
strategies to attract new customers.
In marketing billboard displays to advertisers, we compete with other forms of out-of-home
advertising and other media. When selecting the media and provider through which to advertise,
advertisers consider a number of factors and advertising providers which are described in the
section entitled -Competition below.
Logo Sign Advertising
We entered the logo sign advertising business in 1988 and have become the largest provider of logo
sign services in the United States, operating nineteen of the twenty-five privatized state logo
contracts. We erect logo signs, which generally advertise nearby gas, food, camping, lodging and
other attractions, and directional signs, which direct vehicle traffic to nearby services and
tourist attractions, near highway exits. As of December 31, 2006, we operated approximately 29,000
logo sign structures containing over 95,000 logo advertising displays in the United States and
Canada.
We operate the logo sign contracts in the following states and the province of Ontario, Canada:
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Florida
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We also operate the tourist oriented directional signing (TODS) programs for the states of
Nevada, Colorado, Nebraska, Missouri, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, Virginia and New Jersey, and the
province of Ontario, Canada.
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Our logo and TODS operations are decentralized. Generally, each office is staffed with an
experienced local general manager, a local sales and office staff and a local signing
sub-contractor. This decentralization allows the management staff of Interstate Logos, L.L.C. (the
subsidiary that operates all of the logo and directional sign-related businesses) to travel
extensively to the various operations and serve in a technical and management advisory capacity and
monitor regulatory and contract compliance. We also run a silk screening operation in Baton Rouge,
Louisiana and a display construction company in Atlanta, Georgia.
State logo sign contracts represent the exclusive right to erect and operate logo signs within a
state for a period of time. The terms of the contracts vary, but generally range from five to ten
years, with additional renewal terms. Each logo sign contract generally allows the state to
terminate the contract prior to its expiration and, in most cases, with compensation for the
termination to be paid to the Company. When a logo sign contract expires, the Company transfers
ownership of the advertising structures to the state. Depending on the contract, the Company may
or may not be entitled to compensation at that time. Of the Companys nineteen logo sign contracts
in place at December 31, 2006, one is subject to renewal in 2007.
States usually award new logo sign contracts and renew expiring logo sign contracts through an open
proposal process. In bidding for new and renewal contracts, we compete against three other
national logo sign providers, as well as local companies based in the state soliciting proposals.
In marketing logo signs to advertisers, we compete with other forms of out-of-home advertising and
other media. When selecting the media and provider through which to advertise, advertisers
consider a number of factors and advertising providers which are described in the section entitled
-Competition below.
Transit Advertising
We entered into the transit advertising business in 1993 as a way to complement our existing
business and maintain market share in certain markets. We provide transit advertising displays on
bus shelters, benches and buses in 73 transit markets, and our production staff provides a full
range of creative and installation services to our transit advertising customers. As of December
31, 2006, the Company operated approximately 31,200 transit
advertising displays in 16 states and
Canada.
Municipalities usually award new transit advertising contracts and renew expiring transit
advertising contracts through an open bidding process. In bidding for new and renewal contracts,
we compete against national outdoor advertising providers and local, on-premise sign providers and
sign construction companies. Transit advertising operators incur significant start-up costs to
build and install the advertising structures (such as transit shelters) upon being awarded
contracts.
In marketing transit advertising displays to advertisers, we compete with other forms of
out-of-home advertising and other media. When selecting the media and provider through which to
advertise, advertisers consider a number of factors and advertising providers which are described
in the section entitled -Competition below.
COMPETITION
Although the outdoor advertising industry has encountered a wave of consolidation, the industry
remains fragmented. The
industry is comprised of several large outdoor advertising and media companies with operations in
multiple markets, as well as smaller, local companies operating a limited number of structures in
one or a few local markets.
Although we primarily focus on small to mid-size markets where we can attain a strong market share,
in each of our markets, we compete against other providers of outdoor advertising and other types
of media, including:
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Larger outdoor advertising providers, such as (i) Clear Channel Outdoor
Holdings, Inc., which operates billboards, street furniture displays, transit displays and
other out-of-home advertising displays in North America and worldwide and (ii) CBS Outdoor,
a division of CBS Corporation, which operates traditional outdoor, street
furniture and transit advertising properties in North America and worldwide. Clear Channel
Outdoor and CBS Outdoor each have corporate relationships with large media conglomerates
and may have greater total resources, product offerings and opportunities for cross-selling
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Other forms of media, such as broadcast and cable television, radio, print
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An increasing variety of out-of-home advertising media, such as advertising
displays in shopping centers, malls, airports, stadiums, movie theaters and supermarkets
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In selecting the form of media through which to advertise, advertisers evaluate their ability to
target audiences having a specific demographic profile, lifestyle, brand or media consumption or
purchasing behavior or audiences located in, or traveling through, a particular geography.
Advertisers also compare the relative costs of available media, evaluating the number of
impressions (potential viewings), exposure (the opportunity for advertising to be seen) and
circulation (traffic volume in a market), as well as potential effectiveness, quality of related
services (such as advertising copy design and layout) and customer service. In competing with
other media, we believe that outdoor advertising is relatively more cost-efficient than other
media, allowing advertisers to reach broader audiences and target specific geographic areas or
demographics groups within markets.
We believe that our strong emphasis on sales and customer service and our position as a major
provider of advertising services in each of our primary markets enables us to compete effectively
with the other outdoor advertising companies, as well as with other media, within those markets.
CUSTOMERS
Our customer base is diverse. The table below sets forth the ten industries from which we derived
most of our billboard advertising revenues for the year ended December 31, 2006, as well as the
percentage of billboard advertising revenues attributable to the advertisers in those industries.
The individual advertisers in these industries accounted for approximately 73% of our billboard
advertising net revenues in the year ended December 31, 2006. No individual advertiser accounted
for more than 1% of our billboard advertising net revenues in that period.
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REGULATION
Outdoor advertising is subject to governmental regulation at the federal, state and local levels.
Regulations generally restrict the size, spacing, lighting and other aspects of advertising
structures and pose a significant barrier to entry and expansion in many markets.
Federal law, principally the Highway Beautification Act of 1965 (the HBA), regulates outdoor
advertising on Federal Aid Primary, Interstate and National Highway Systems roads. The HBA
requires states to effectively control outdoor advertising along these roads, and mandates a
state compliance program and state standards regarding size, spacing and lighting. The HBA
requires any state or political subdivision that compels the removal of a lawful billboard along a
Federal Aid Primary or Interstate highway to pay just compensation to the billboard owner.
All states have passed billboard control statutes and regulations at least as restrictive as the
federal requirements, including laws requiring the removal of illegal signs at the owners expense
(and without compensation from the state). Although we believe that the number of our billboards
that may be subject to removal as illegal is immaterial, and no state in which we operate has
banned billboards entirely, from time to time governments have required us to remove signs and
billboards legally erected in accordance with federal, state and local permit requirements and
laws. Municipal and county governments generally also have sign controls as part of their zoning
laws and building codes. We contest laws and regulations that we believe unlawfully restrict our
constitutional or other legal rights and may adversely impact the growth of our outdoor advertising
business.
Using federal funding for transportation enhancement programs, state governments have purchased and
removed billboards for beautification, and may do so again in the future. Under the power of
eminent domain, state or municipal governments have laid claim to property and forced the removal
of billboards. Under a concept called amortization by which a governmental body asserts that a
billboard operator has earned compensation by continued operation over time, local governments have
attempted to force removal of legal but nonconforming billboards (i.e., billboards that conformed
with applicable zoning regulations when built but which do not conform to current zoning
regulations). Although the legality of amortization is questionable, it has been upheld in some
instances. Often, municipal and county governments also have sign controls as part of their zoning
laws, with some local governments prohibiting construction of new billboards or allowing new
construction only to replace existing structures. Although we have generally been able to obtain
satisfactory compensation for those of our billboards purchased or removed as a result of
governmental action, there is no assurance that this will continue to be the case in the future.
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We have also introduced and intend to expand the deployment of digital billboards that display
static digital advertising copy from various advertisers that changes every 6 to 8 seconds. We
have encountered some existing regulations that restrict or prohibit these types of digital
displays but it has not yet materially impacted our digital deployment. Since digital billboards
have only recently been developed and introduced into the market on a large scale, however,
existing regulations that currently do not apply to them by their terms could be revised to impose
greater restrictions. These regulations may impose greater restrictions on digital billboards due
to alleged concerns over aesthetics or driver safety.
EMPLOYEES
We employed over 3,300 people as of December 31, 2006. Approximately 160 employees were engaged in
overall management and general administration at our management headquarters in Baton Rouge,
Louisiana, and the remainder, including approximately 950 local account executives, were employed
in our operating offices.
Thirteen of our local offices employ billposters and construction personnel who are covered by
collective bargaining agreements. We believe that our relationship with our employees, including
our 122 unionized employees, is good, and we have never experienced a strike or work stoppage.
INFLATION
In the last three years, inflation has not had a significant impact on us.
SEASONALITY
Our revenues and operating results are subject to seasonality. Typically, we experience our
strongest financial performance in the summer and fall, and our weakest financial performance in
the first quarter of the calendar year, partly because retailers cut back their advertising
spending immediately following the holiday shopping season. We expect this trend to continue in
the future. Because a significant portion of our expenses is fixed, a reduction in revenues in any
quarter is likely to result in a period-to-period decline in operating performance and net
earnings.
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ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS
The Companys substantial debt may adversely affect its business, financial condition and financial
results.
The Company has borrowed substantially in the past and will continue to borrow in the future. At
December 31, 2006, Lamar Advertising Company had approximately $287.5 million of convertible notes
outstanding, and Lamar Media had approximately $1.7 billion of total debt outstanding, consisting
of approximately $707.0 million in bank debt, $989.1 million in various series of senior
subordinated notes and $6.8 million in other short-term and long-term debt and a mirror note issued
to the Company in an aggregate amount equal to the principal amount of the Companys outstanding
convertible notes. Despite the level of debt presently outstanding, the terms of the indentures
governing the notes and the terms of the bank credit facility allow Lamar Media to incur
substantially more debt, including approximately $288.5 million available for borrowing as of
December 31, 2006 under the revolving bank credit facility. The Company also declared a special
dividend of $3.25 per share to be paid on March 30, 2007 to common stockholders of record on March 22, 2007 as a
result of which the Company may incur additional debt.
The Companys substantial debt and its use of cash flow from operations to make principal and
interest payments on its debt may, among other things:
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expenditure or other general corporate requirements; |
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limit the Companys ability to obtain additional financing to fund future
working capital, capital expenditure or other general corporate requirements; |
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inhibit the Companys ability to fund or finance an appropriate level of
acquisition activity, which has traditionally been a significant component of the Companys
year-to-year revenue growth; |
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place the Company at a competitive disadvantage relative to those of its
competitors that have less debt; |
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make it more difficult for the Company to comply with the financial covenants
in its bank credit facility, which could result in a default and an acceleration of all
amounts outstanding under the facility; |
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force the Company to seek and obtain alternate or additional sources of
funding, which may be unavailable, or may be on less favorable terms, or may require the
Company to obtain the consent of lenders under its bank credit facility or the holders of
its other debt; |
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limit the Companys flexibility in planning for, or reacting to, changes in its business and industry; |
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affect the Companys ability to complete its previously announced stock repurchase programs, and; |
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increase the Companys vulnerability to general adverse economic and industry conditions. |
Any of these problems could adversely affect the Companys business, financial condition and
financial results.
Restrictions in the Companys and Lamar Medias debt agreements reduce operating flexibility and
contain covenants and restrictions that create the potential for defaults, which could adversely
affect the Companys business, financial condition and financial results.
The terms of the indenture relating to the Companys outstanding notes, Lamar Medias bank credit
facility and the indentures relating to Lamar Medias outstanding notes restrict the ability of the
Company and Lamar Media to, among other things:
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incur or repay debt; |
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dispose of assets; |
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create liens; |
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make investments; |
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enter into affiliate transactions; and |
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pay dividends and make inter-company distributions. |
The terms of Lamar Medias bank credit facility also restrict it from exceeding specified total
debt and senior debt ratios and require it to maintain specified interest coverage and fixed
charges coverage ratios. Please see Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition
and Results of Operations Liquidity and Capital Resources for a description of the specific
financial ratio requirements under the bank credit facility.
These restrictions reduce the Companys operating flexibility and could prevent the Company from
exploiting investment, acquisition, marketing, stock repurchase or other time-sensitive business
opportunities. Moreover, the Companys ability to comply with the financial covenants in the bank
credit facility (and similar covenants in future agreements) depends on its operating performance,
which in turn depends significantly on prevailing economic, financial and business conditions and
other factors that are beyond the Companys control. Therefore, despite its best efforts and
execution of its strategic plan, the Company may be unable to comply with these financial covenants
in the future.
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If Lamar Media fails to comply with its financial covenants, the lenders under the bank credit
facility could accelerate all of the debt outstanding, which would create serious financial
problems and could lead to a default under the indentures governing the Companys and Lamar Medias
outstanding notes. Any of these events could adversely affect the Companys business, financial
condition and financial results.
The Companys revenues are sensitive to general economic conditions and other external events
beyond the Companys control.
The Company sells advertising space on outdoor structures to generate revenues. Advertising
spending is particularly sensitive to changes in general economic conditions, and the occurrence of
any of the following external events could depress the Companys revenues:
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a decline in general economic conditions, which could reduce national
advertising spending disproportionately; |
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a decline in economic conditions in specific geographical markets, which could
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a widespread reallocation of advertising expenditures to other available media
by significant users of the Companys displays; |
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a decline in the amount spent on advertising in general or outdoor advertising
in particular; and |
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increased regulation of the subject matter, location or operation of outdoor
advertising displays and taxation on outdoor advertising. |
The Companys continued growth through acquisitions may become more difficult, which could
adversely affect the Companys future financial performance.
Over the last 10 years, the outdoor advertising industry has experienced a wave of consolidation,
in part due to the regulatory restrictions on building new outdoor advertising structures. The
Company has been a major participant in this trend, using acquisitions of outdoor advertising
businesses and assets as a means of increasing its advertising display inventory in existing and
new markets. Although the Company currently anticipates a slight reduction in acquisition activity
from about $228 million in 2006 to about $150 million in 2007, acquisitions will remain an
important component of the Companys future revenue growth.
The future success of the Companys acquisition strategy could be adversely affected by many
factors, including the following:
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the pool of suitable acquisition candidates is dwindling, and the Company may
have a more difficult time negotiating acquisitions on favorable terms; |
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the Company may face increased competition for acquisition candidates from
other outdoor advertising companies, some of which have greater financial resources than
the Company, which may result in higher prices for those businesses and assets; |
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the Company may not have access to the capital needed to finance potential
acquisitions and may be unable to obtain any required consents from its current lenders to
obtain alternate financing; |
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the Company may be unable to integrate acquired businesses and assets
effectively with its existing operations and systems as a result of unforeseen difficulties
that could divert significant time, attention and effort from management that could
otherwise be directed at developing existing business; |
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the Company may be unable to retain key personnel of acquired businesses; |
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the Company may not realize the benefits and cost savings anticipated in its acquisitions; and |
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as the industry consolidates further, larger mergers and acquisitions may face substantial scrutiny under antitrust laws. |
These obstacles to the Companys opportunistic acquisition strategy may have an adverse effect on
its future financial results.
The Company faces competition from larger and more diversified outdoor advertisers and other forms
of advertising that could hurt its performance.
While the Company enjoys a significant market share in many of its small and medium-sized markets,
the Company faces competition from other outdoor advertisers and other media in all of its markets.
Although the Company is one of the largest companies focusing exclusively on outdoor advertising
in a relatively fragmented industry, it competes against larger companies with diversified
operations, such as television, radio and other broadcast media. These diversified competitors
have the advantage of cross-selling complementary advertising products to advertisers.
The Company also competes against an increasing variety of out-of-home advertising media, such as
advertising displays in shopping centers, malls, airports, stadiums, movie theaters and
supermarkets, and on taxis, trains and buses. To a lesser extent, the Company also faces
competition from other forms of media, including radio, newspapers, direct mail advertising,
telephone directories and the Internet.
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The industry competes for advertising revenue along the following dimensions: exposure (the number
of impressions an advertisement makes), advertising rates (generally measured in
cost-per-thousand impressions), ability to target specific demographic groups or geographies,
effectiveness, quality of related services (such as advertising copy design and layout) and
customer service. The Company may be unable to compete successfully along these dimensions in the
future, and the competitive pressures that the Company faces could adversely affect its
profitability or financial performance.
We currently have two primary suppliers of the LED digital displays for our digital billboards. If
they cannot meet our requirements for these displays in the future, it could adversely affect our
digital deployment.
Our
inventory of digital billboards increased to approximately 300 units in operation at December 31, 2006 and we
intend to expand our digital deployment in the future based on customer and market demand. We
currently have two primary suppliers of the LED digital displays used in our digital billboards
(Young Electric Sign Company (YESCO) and Daktronics, Inc.). Any inability of these suppliers to
produce additional displays, including due to increased demand from us or others, could adversely
affect our ability to deploy additional digital units and service existing units. Although to date
these suppliers have been able to increase capacity in order to meet our requirements, we cannot
assure you that they will be able to continue to meet our requirements in the future and a shortage
of these displays could adversely affect our ability to fulfill customers orders and our results
of operations.
Federal, state and local regulation impact the Companys operations, financial condition and
financial results.
Outdoor advertising is subject to governmental regulation at the federal, state and local levels.
Regulations generally restrict the size, spacing, lighting and other aspects of advertising
structures and pose a significant barrier to entry and expansion in many markets.
Federal law, principally the Highway Beautification Act of 1965 (the HBA), regulates outdoor
advertising on Federal Aid Primary, Interstate and National Highway Systems roads . The HBA
requires states to effectively control outdoor advertising along these roads, and mandates a
state compliance program and state standards regarding size, spacing and lighting. The HBA
requires any state or political subdivision that compels the removal of a lawful billboard along a
Federal Aid Primary or Interstate highway to pay just compensation to the billboard owner.
All states have passed billboard control statutes and regulations at least as restrictive as the
federal requirements, including laws requiring the removal of illegal signs at the owners expense
(and without compensation from the state). Although we believe that the number of our billboards
that may be subject to removal as illegal is immaterial, and no state in which we operate has
banned billboards entirely, from time to time governments have required us to remove signs and
billboards legally erected in accordance with federal, state and local permit requirements and
laws. Municipal and county governments generally also have sign controls as part of their zoning
laws and building codes. We contest laws and regulations that we believe unlawfully restrict our
constitutional or other legal rights and may adversely impact the growth of our outdoor advertising
business.
Using federal funding for transportation enhancement programs, state governments have purchased and
removed billboards for beautification, and may do so again in the future. Under the power of
eminent domain, state or municipal governments have laid claim to property and forced the removal
of billboards. Under a concept called amortization by which a governmental body asserts that a
billboard operator has earned compensation by continued operation over time, local governments have
attempted to force removal of legal but nonconforming billboards (i.e., billboards that conformed
with applicable zoning regulations when built but which do not conform to current zoning
regulations). Although the legality of amortization is questionable, it has been upheld in some
instances. Often, municipal and county governments also have sign controls as part of their zoning
laws, with some local governments prohibiting construction of new billboards or allowing new
construction only to replace existing structures. Although we have generally been able to obtain
satisfactory compensation for those of our billboards purchased or removed as a result of
governmental action, there is no assurance that this will continue to be the case in the future.
We have also introduced and intend to expand the deployment of digital billboards that display
static digital advertising copy from various advertisers that changes every 6 to 8 seconds. We
have encountered some existing regulations that restrict or prohibit these types of digital
displays but it has not yet materially impacted our digital deployment. Since digital billboards
have only recently been developed and introduced into the market on a large scale, however,
existing regulations that currently do not apply to them by their terms could be revised to impose
greater restrictions. These regulations may impose greater restrictions on digital billboards due
to alleged concerns over aesthetics or driver safety.
The Companys logo sign contracts are subject to state award and renewal.
In 2006,
the Company generated approximately 4% of its revenues from state-awarded logo sign
contracts. In bidding for these contracts, the Company competes against three other national logo
sign providers, as well as numerous smaller, local logo sign providers. A logo sign provider
incurs significant start-up costs upon being awarded a new contract. These contracts generally
have a term of five to ten years, with additional renewal periods. Some states reserve the right
to terminate a contract early, and most contracts require the state to pay compensation to the logo
sign provider for early termination. At the end of the contract term, the logo sign provider
transfers ownership of the logo sign structures to the state. Depending on the contract, the logo
provider may or may not be entitled to compensation for the structures at the end of the contract
term.
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Of the
Companys 19 logo sign contracts in place at December 31,
2006, one is subject to renewal in 2007. The Company may be unable to renew its expiring contracts. The Company may
also lose the bidding on new contracts.
The Company is controlled by significant stockholders who have the power to determine the outcome
of all matters submitted to the stockholders for approval and whose interest in the Company may be
different than yours.
As of December 31, 2006, members of the Reilly family, including Kevin P. Reilly, Jr., the
Companys Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Sean Reilly, the Companys Chief
Operating Officer and President of its Outdoor Division, owned in the aggregate approximately 16%
of the Companys common stock, assuming the conversion of all Class B common stock to Class A
common stock. As of that date, their combined holdings represented 65% of the voting power of
Lamar Advertisings capital stock, which would give the Reilly family the power to:
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elect the Companys entire board of directors; |
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control the Companys management and policies; and |
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determine the outcome of any corporate transaction or other matter requiring
stockholder approval, including charter amendments, mergers, consolidations and asset
sales. |
The Reilly family may have interests that are different than yours. For example, the Reilly family
may exercise its voting control to prevent a sale of the Company that would provide the common
stockholders a premium for their shares.
If the Companys contingency plans relating to hurricanes fail, the resulting losses could hurt the
Companys business.
The Company has determined that it is not economical to insure against losses resulting from
hurricanes and other natural disasters. Although the Company has developed contingency plans
designed to mitigate the threat posed by hurricanes to advertising structures (e.g., removing
advertising faces at the onset of a storm, when possible, which better permits the structures to
withstand high winds during the storm), these plans could fail and significant losses could result.
The four hurricanes that hit Florida in August and September of 2004 and the two hurricanes that
hit the gulf coast in 2005 resulted in revenue losses of approximately $1.5 million in 2004 and
approximately $2.4 million in 2005 and required capital expenditures of approximately $8 million in
2004 and approximately $20 million in 2005.
ITEM 1B. UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS
None.
ITEM 2. PROPERTIES
Our 53,500 square foot management headquarters is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. We occupy
approximately 97% of the space in the headquarters and lease the
remaining space. We own 108 local
operating facilities with front office administration and sales office space connected to back-shop
poster and bulletin production space. In addition, the Company leases
an additional 116 operating
facilities at an aggregate lease expense for 2006 of approximately $5.3 million.
We own approximately 6,700 parcels of property beneath our advertising structures. As of December
31, 2006, we leased approximately 79,000 active outdoor sites, accounting for a total annual lease
expense of approximately $180.4 million. This amount represented approximately 16% of total
advertising net revenues for that period. These leases are for varying terms ranging from
month-to-month to a term of over ten years, and many provide the Company with renewal options.
There is no significant concentration of displays under any one lease or subject to negotiation
with any one landlord. An important part of our management activity is to manage our lease
portfolio and negotiate suitable lease renewals and extensions.
ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
The Company from time to time is involved in litigation in the ordinary course of business,
including disputes involving advertising contracts, site leases, employment claims and construction
matters. The Company is also involved in routine administrative and judicial proceedings regarding
billboard permits, fees and compensation for condemnations. The Company is not a party to any
lawsuit or proceeding which, in the opinion of management, is likely to have a material adverse
effect on the Company.
ITEM 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS
No matters were submitted to a vote of security holders during the fourth quarter of the fiscal
year covered by this report.
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PART II
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR THE REGISTRANTS COMMON EQUITY AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS
Lamar Class A Common Stock
The Companys Class A common stock has been publicly traded since August 2, 1996 and is currently
listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol LAMR. As of December 31, 2006, the
Class A common stock was held by 206 shareholders of record. The Company believes, however, that
the actual number of beneficial holders of the Class A common stock may be substantially greater
than the stated number of holders of record because a substantial portion of the Class A common
stock is held in street name.
The following table sets forth, for the periods indicated, the high and low bid prices (for the
time periods until January 13, 2006 when Nasdaq was approved as a national securities exchange) and
the high and low sales prices (for all periods thereafter) for the Class A common stock.
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Year ended December 31, 2005: |
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First Quarter |
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$ |
43.98 |
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$ |
37.62 |
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Second Quarter |
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43.25 |
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36.63 |
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Third Quarter |
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45.97 |
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39.24 |
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Fourth Quarter |
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48.15 |
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42.80 |
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Year ended December 31, 2006: |
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First Quarter |
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$ |
54.20 |
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$ |
44.99 |
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Second Quarter |
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59.83 |
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49.90 |
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Third Quarter |
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54.91 |
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46.91 |
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Fourth Quarter |
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66.42 |
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51.46 |
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The Companys Class B common stock is not publicly traded and is held of record by members of the
Reilly family and the Reilly Family Limited Partnership of which,
Kevin Reilly, Jr is the managing general partner.
The Companys Series AA preferred stock is entitled to preferential dividends, in an annual
aggregate amount of $364,903, before any dividends may be paid on the common stock. All dividends
related to the Companys preferred stock are paid on a quarterly
basis. In addition,
the Companys bank credit facility and other indebtedness have terms restricting the payment of
dividends. The Company declared a special cash dividend of $3.25 per
share of its common stock in February 2007 to be paid on
March 30, 2007 to stockholders of record on March 22,
2007. Any future determination as to the payment of dividends will be
subject to the limitations described above, will be at the discretion of the Companys Board of Directors and will depend on the
Companys results of operations, financial condition, capital requirements and other factors deemed
relevant by the Board of Directors.
Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
In August 2006, Lamar Advertising Company announced that its Board of Directors authorized a
repurchase plan of up to $250.0 million of the Companys Class A common stock that may be
repurchased from time to time over a period not to exceed 18 months.
The following table describes the Companys repurchases of its registered Class A Common Stock
during the quarter ended December 31, 2006, all of which occurred pursuant to the stock repurchase
program described above:
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Total No. of Shares |
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Value of Shares that |
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May Yet Be Purchased |
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Total No. of Shares |
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Average Price Paid per |
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Under the Plans or |
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Plans or Programs |
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Programs |
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October 1 through |
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305,696 |
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$ |
53.83 |
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305,696 |
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$ |
214,303,395 |
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October 31, 2006 |
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November 1 through |
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1,940,650 |
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$ |
58.48 |
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1,940,650 |
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$ |
100,823,134 |
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November 30, 2006 |
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December 1 through |
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2,500 |
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$ |
59.53 |
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2,500 |
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$ |
100,674,309 |
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On September 28, 2006, the Company entered into a written repurchase plan with its broker under Rule 10b5-1 of the Exchange Act.
This plan allowed the Company to repurchase shares (as set forth in the plan) under the repurchase program during the
Companys self-imposed blackout period. |
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ITEM 6. SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA
Lamar Advertising Company
The selected consolidated statement of operations, statement of cash flows and balance sheet data
presented below are derived from the audited consolidated financial statements of the Company,
which are prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States
(GAAP). The data presented below should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated
financial statements, related notes and Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition
and Results of Operations included herein.
Statement of Operations Data:
(Dollars in Thousands)
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2006 |
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2005 |
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2004 |
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2003 |
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2002 |
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Net revenues |
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$ |
1,120,091 |
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$ |
1,021,656 |
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$ |
883,510 |
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$ |
810,139 |
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$ |
775,682 |
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Operating expenses: |
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Direct advertising expenses |
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390,561 |
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353,139 |
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302,157 |
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292,017 |
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274,772 |
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General and administrative expenses |
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248,937 |
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212,727 |
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188,320 |
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171,520 |
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167,182 |
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Depreciation and amortization |
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301,685 |
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290,089 |
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294,056 |
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284,947 |
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271,832 |
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Gain on disposition of assets |
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(10,862 |
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(1,119 |
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(1,067 |
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(1,946 |
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(336 |
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Total operating expenses |
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930,321 |
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854,836 |
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783,466 |
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746,538 |
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713,450 |
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Operating income |
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189,770 |
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166,820 |
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100,044 |
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63,601 |
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62,232 |
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Other expense (income): |
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Loss on extinguishment of debt |
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3,982 |
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33,644 |
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5,850 |
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Interest income |
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(1,311 |
) |
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(1,511 |
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(495 |
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(502 |
) |
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(929 |
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Interest expense |
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112,955 |
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90,671 |
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76,079 |
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93,787 |
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113,333 |
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Total other expense |
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111,644 |
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93,142 |
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75,584 |
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126,929 |
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118,254 |
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|
|
|
|
|
Income (loss) before income taxes and cumulative
effect of a change in accounting principle |
|
|
78,126 |
|
|
|
73,678 |
|
|
|
24,460 |
|
|
|
(63,328 |
) |
|
|
(56,022 |
) |
Income tax expense (benefit) |
|
|
34,227 |
|
|
|
31,899 |
|
|
|
11,305 |
|
|
|
(23,573 |
) |
|
|
(19,694 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Income (loss) before cumulative effect of a change in
change in accounting principle |
|
|
43,899 |
|
|
|
41,779 |
|
|
|
13,155 |
|
|
|
(39,755 |
) |
|
|
(36,328 |
) |
Cumulative effect of a change in accounting
principle, net |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
40,240 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net income (loss) |
|
|
43,899 |
|
|
|
41,779 |
|
|
|
13,155 |
|
|
|
(79,995 |
) |
|
|
(36,328 |
) |
Preferred stock dividends |
|
|
365 |
|
|
|
365 |
|
|
|
365 |
|
|
|
365 |
|
|
|
365 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net income (loss) applicable to common stock |
|
$ |
43,534 |
|
|
$ |
41,414 |
|
|
$ |
12,790 |
|
|
$ |
(80,360 |
) |
|
$ |
(36,693 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Income (loss) per common share basic
and diluted: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Income (loss) before cumulative effect of a change
in accounting principle |
|
$ |
0.42 |
|
|
$ |
0.39 |
|
|
$ |
0.12 |
|
|
$ |
(0.39 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.36 |
) |
Cumulative effect of a change in accounting
principle |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(0.39 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net income (loss) |
|
$ |
0.42 |
|
|
$ |
0.39 |
|
|
$ |
0.12 |
|
|
$ |
(0.78 |
) |
|
$ |
(0.36 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Statement of Cash Flow Data: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash flows provided by operating activities (1) |
|
$ |
364,517 |
|
|
$ |
347,257 |
|
|
$ |
323,164 |
|
|
$ |
260,075 |
|
|
$ |
240,443 |
|
Cash flows used in investing activities (1) |
|
$ |
438,896 |
|
|
$ |
267,970 |
|
|
$ |
263,747 |
|
|
$ |
210,041 |
|
|
$ |
155,763 |
|
Cash flows provided by (used in) financing
activities (1) |
|
$ |
66,973 |
|
|
$ |
(104,069 |
) |
|
$ |
(23,013 |
) |
|
$ |
(57,847 |
) |
|
$ |
(81,955 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance Sheet Data (1) (2) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash and cash equivalents |
|
$ |
11,796 |
|
|
$ |
19,419 |
|
|
$ |
44,201 |
|
|
$ |
7,797 |
|
|
$ |
15,610 |
|
Cash deposit for debt extinguishment |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
266,657 |
|
Working capital |
|
|
119,791 |
|
|
|
93,816 |
|
|
|
34,476 |
|
|
|
69,902 |
|
|
|
95,922 |
|
Total assets |
|
|
3,924,228 |
|
|
|
3,741,234 |
|
|
|
3,692,282 |
|
|
|
3,669,514 |
|
|
|
3,888,168 |
|
Total debt (including current maturities) |
|
|
1,990,468 |
|
|
|
1,576,326 |
|
|
|
1,659,934 |
|
|
|
1,704,863 |
|
|
|
1,994,433 |
|
Total long-term obligations |
|
|
2,274,716 |
|
|
|
1,826,138 |
|
|
|
1,805,021 |
|
|
|
1,905,497 |
|
|
|
1,856,372 |
|
Stockholders equity |
|
|
1,538,533 |
|
|
|
1,817,482 |
|
|
|
1,736,347 |
|
|
|
1,689,661 |
|
|
|
1,709,173 |
|
|
|
|
(1) |
|
As of the end of the period. |
|
(2) |
|
Certain balance sheet reclassifications were made in order to be comparable to the current year
presentation. |
14
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENTS DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
This report contains forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to risks and
uncertainties including those described in Item 1A under the heading Risk Factors, and elsewhere
in this report, that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in these
forward-looking statements. The Company cautions investors not to place undue reliance on the
forward-looking statements contained in this document. These statements speak only as of the date
of this document, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise the statements,
except as may be required by law.
Lamar Advertising Company
The following is a discussion of the consolidated financial condition and results of operations of
the Company for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004. This discussion should be read in
conjunction with the consolidated financial statements of the Company and the related notes.
OVERVIEW
The Companys net revenues, which represent gross revenues less commissions paid to advertising
agencies that contract for the use of advertising displays on behalf of advertisers, are derived
primarily from the sale of advertising on outdoor advertising displays owned and operated by the
Company. The Company relies on sales of advertising space for its revenues, and its operating
results are therefore affected by general economic conditions, as well as trends in the advertising
industry. Advertising spending is particularly sensitive to changes in general economic conditions,
which affect the rates that we are able to charge for advertising on our displays and our ability
to maximize advertising sales on our displays.
Since December 31, 2001, the Company has increased the number of outdoor advertising displays it
operates by approximately 5% by completing strategic acquisitions of outdoor advertising and
transit assets for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $933 million, which included the
issuance of 4,050,958 shares of Lamar Advertising Company Class A common stock valued at the time
of issuance at approximately $152.5 million. The Company has financed its recent acquisitions and
intends to finance its future acquisition activity from available cash, borrowings under its bank
credit agreement and the issuance of Class A common stock. See Liquidity and Capital Resources
below. As a result of acquisitions, the operating performance of individual markets and of the
Company as a whole are not necessarily comparable on a year-to-year basis. The acquisitions
completed during the year ended December 31, 2006 were in existing markets and have caused no
material integration issues. The Company expects to continue to pursue acquisitions that
complement the Companys existing operations.
Growth of the Companys business requires expenditures for maintenance and capitalized costs
associated with new billboard displays, logo sign and transit contracts, and the purchase of real
estate and operating equipment. The following table presents a breakdown of capitalized
expenditures for the past three years:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
In Thousands |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
|
2004 |
|
Billboard Traditional |
|
$ |
75,501 |
|
|
$ |
85,886 |
|
|
$ |
53,216 |
|
Billboard Digital |
|
|
81,270 |
|
|
|
2,607 |
|
|
|
3,979 |
|
Logos |
|
|
8,978 |
|
|
|
7,249 |
|
|
|
6,320 |
|
Transit |
|
|
1,119 |
|
|
|
1,057 |
|
|
|
1,190 |
|
Land and buildings |
|
|
34,384 |
|
|
|
13,966 |
|
|
|
10,896 |
|
PP&E |
|
|
22,098 |
|
|
|
10,352 |
|
|
|
6,430 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total capital expenditures |
|
$ |
223,350 |
|
|
$ |
121,117 |
|
|
$ |
82,031 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
We expect our capital expenditures to be approximately $105 million in 2007 not including digital
billboards.
15
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
The following table presents certain items in the Consolidated Statements of Operations as a
percentage of net revenues for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended December 31, |
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
|
2004 |
|
Net revenues |
|
|
100.0 |
% |
|
|
100.0 |
% |
|
|
100.0 |
% |
Operating expenses: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Direct advertising expenses |
|
|
34.9 |
|
|
|
34.6 |
|
|
|
34.2 |
|
General and administrative expenses |
|
|
17.7 |
|
|
|
17.2 |
|
|
|
17.9 |
|
Corporate expenses |
|
|
4.5 |
|
|
|
3.6 |
|
|
|
3.4 |
|
Depreciation and amortization |
|
|
26.9 |
|
|
|
28.4 |
|
|
|
33.3 |
|
Operating income |
|
|
16.9 |
|
|
|
16.3 |
|
|
|
11.3 |
|
Interest expense |
|
|
10.1 |
|
|
|
8.9 |
|
|
|
8.6 |
|
Net income |
|
|
3.9 |
|
|
|
4.1 |
|
|
|
1.5 |
|
Year ended December 31, 2006 compared to Year ended December 31, 2005
Net revenues increased $98.4 million or 9.6% to $1.120 billion for the year ended December 31, 2006
from $1.022 billion for the same period in 2005. This increase was attributable primarily to an
increase in billboard net revenues of $90.2 million or 9.8% over the prior period, a $2.8 million
increase in logo sign revenue, which represents an increase of 6.2% over the prior period, and a
$5.4 million increase in transit revenue over the prior period.
The increase in billboard net revenue of $90.2 million was generated by acquisition activity of
approximately $18.1 million and internal growth of approximately $72.1 million, while the increase
in logo sign revenue of $2.8 million was generated by internal growth across various markets within
the logo sign programs of approximately $4.3 million, which was
offset by a decrease of $1.5 million
of revenue due to the expiration of the Companys South Carolina
logo contract in August, 2005 prior to its re-award in June, 2006. The increase in
transit revenue of approximately $5.4 million was due to internal growth of approximately $3.5
million and acquisition growth of $1.9 million.
Net revenues for the year ended December 31, 2006, as compared to acquisition-adjusted net revenue
for the year ended December 31, 2005, increased $79.9 million or 7.7% as a result of net revenue
internal growth. See Reconciliations below.
Operating expenses, exclusive of depreciation and amortization
and gain on sale of assets,
increased $73.6 million or 13.0% to $639.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2006 from $565.9
million for the same period in 2005. There was a $59.5 million increase as a result of additional
operating expenses related to the operations of acquired outdoor advertising assets and increases
in costs in operating the Companys core assets and a $14.1 million increase in corporate expenses.
Depreciation
and amortization expense increased $11.6 million for the year
ended December 31,
2006 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2005. The
increase is a result of increased capital expenditures in 2006 which
include $81.3 million in digital billboards.
Due to the above factors, operating income increased $23.0 million to $189.8 million for year ended
December 31, 2006 compared to $166.8 million for the same period in 2005.
On September 30, 2005, the Companys wholly owned subsidiary, Lamar Media Corp., refinanced its
bank credit facility. The new bank credit facility is comprised of a $400.0 million revolving bank
credit facility and a $400.0 million term facility. The bank credit facility also includes a
$500.0 million incremental facility, which permits Lamar Media to request that its lenders enter
into commitments to make additional term loans to it, up to a maximum aggregate amount of $500.0
million. The lenders have no obligation to make additional loans under the incremental facility.
As a result of this refinancing, the Company recorded a loss on extinguishment of debt of $4.0
million in 2005. During the year ended December 31, 2006, there were no
refinancing activities resulting in a loss on extinguishment of debt.
Interest
expense increased $22.3 million from
$90.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2005 to
$113.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2006 due to
increased debt balances as well as increase in interest rates on
variable-rate debt.
The increase in operating income offset by the increase
in interest expense described above
resulted in a $4.4 million increase in income before income taxes. This increase in income resulted
in an increase in the income tax expense of $2.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2006 over
the same period in 2005. The effective tax rate for the year ended December 31, 2006 was 43.8%,
which is greater than the statutory rates due to permanent differences resulting from
non-deductible expenses.
As a result of the above factors, the Company recognized
net income for the year ended December 31,
2006 of $43.9 million, as
compared to net income of $41.8 million for the same period in 2005.
16
Reconciliations:
Because acquisitions occurring after December 31, 2004 (the acquired assets) have contributed to
our net revenue results for the periods presented, we provide 2005 acquisition-adjusted net
revenue, which adjusts our 2005 net revenue by adding to it the net revenue generated by the
acquired assets prior to our acquisition of them for the same time frame that those assets were
owned in 2006. We provide this information as a supplement to net revenues to enable investors to
compare periods in 2006 and 2005 on a more consistent basis without the effects of acquisitions.
Management uses this comparison to assess how well our core assets are performing.
Acquisition-adjusted net revenue is not determined in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles (GAAP). For this adjustment, we measure the amount of pre-acquisition revenue generated
by the acquired assets during the period in 2005 that corresponds with the actual period we have
owned the acquired assets in 2006 (to the extent within the period to which this report relates).
We refer to this adjustment as acquisition net revenue.
Reconciliations of 2005 reported net revenue to 2005 acquisition-adjusted net revenue as well as a
comparison of 2005 acquisition-adjusted net revenue to 2006 net revenue are provided below:
Comparison of 2006 Net Revenue to 2005 Acquisition-Adjusted Net Revenue
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended |
|
|
|
December 31, |
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
|
|
(in thousands) |
|
Reported net revenue |
|
$ |
1,120,091 |
|
|
$ |
1,021,656 |
|
Acquisition net revenue |
|
|
|
|
|
|
18,490 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Adjusted totals |
|
$ |
1,120,091 |
|
|
$ |
1,040,146 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
17
Year ended December 31, 2005 compared to Year ended December 31, 2004
Net revenues increased $138.2 million or 15.6% to $1.0217 billion for the year ended December 31,
2005 from $883.5 million for the same period in 2004. This increase was attributable primarily to
an increase in billboard net revenues of $88.5 million or 10.6% over the prior period, a $3.6
million increase in logo sign revenue, which represents an increase of 8.7% over the prior period,
and a $45.7 million increase in transit revenue over the prior period. The increase in transit
revenue was primarily due to the Obie acquisition.
The increase in billboard net revenue of $88.5 million was generated by acquisition activity of
approximately $34.3 million and internal growth of approximately $54.2 million, while the increase
in logo sign revenue of $3.6 million was generated by internal growth across various markets within
the logo sign programs of approximately $4.7 million, which was offset by the loss of $1.1 million
of revenue due to the expiration of the Companys South Carolina logo contract. The increase in
transit revenue of approximately $45.7 million was due to internal growth of approximately $8.2
million and acquisition activity that resulted primarily from the Obie acquisition of $37.5
million.
Net revenues (excluding revenues from the Obie markets) for the year ended December 31, 2005, as
compared to acquisition-adjusted net revenue for the year ended December 31, 2004, increased $59.8
million or 6.5% as a result of net revenue internal growth. See Reconciliations below.
Operating expenses, exclusive of depreciation and amortization and gain on sale of assets,
increased $75.4 million or 15.4% to $565.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2005 from $490.5
million for the same period in 2004. There was a $68.9 million increase as a result of additional
operating expenses related to the operations of acquired outdoor advertising assets and increases
in costs in operating the Companys core assets and a $6.5 million increase in corporate expenses.
The increase in corporate expenses is primarily related to additional expenses related to expanded
efforts in the Companys business development and national sales department.
Depreciation and amortization expense remained relatively constant for the year ended December 31,
2005 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2004.
Due to the above factors, operating income increased $66.8 million to $166.8 million for year ended
December 31, 2005 compared to $100.0 million for the same period in 2004.
On September 30, 2005, the Companys wholly owned subsidiary, Lamar Media Corp., refinanced its
bank credit facility. The new bank credit facility is comprised of a $400.0 million revolving bank
credit facility and a $400.0 million term facility. The bank credit facility also includes a
$500.0 million incremental facility, which permits Lamar Media to request that its lenders enter
into commitments to make additional term loans to it, up to a maximum aggregate amount of $500.0
million. The lenders have no obligation to make additional loans under the incremental facility.
As a result of this refinancing, the Company recorded a loss on extinguishment of debt of $4.0
million in 2005.
Interest expense increased $14.6 million from $76.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2004 to
$90.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2005 due to an increase in interest rates on
variable-rate debt.
The increase in operating income offset by the increase in interest expense described above
resulted in a $49.2 million increase in income before income taxes. This increase in income
resulted in an increase in the income tax expense of $20.6 million for the year ended December 31,
2005 over the same period in 2004. The effective tax rate for the year ended December 31, 2005 was
43.3%, which is greater than the statutory rates due to permanent differences resulting from
non-deductible expenses.
As a result of the above factors, the Company recognized net income for the year ended December 31,
2005 of $41.8 million, as compared to net income of $13.2 million for the same period in 2004.
Reconciliations:
Because acquisitions occurring after December 31, 2003 (the acquired assets) have contributed to
our net revenue results for the periods presented, we provide 2004 acquisition-adjusted net
revenue, which adjusts our 2004 net revenue by adding to it the net revenue generated by the
acquired assets (excluding assets acquired in the Obie markets) prior to our acquisition of them
for the same time frame that those assets were owned in 2005. We provide this information as a
supplement to net revenues to enable investors to compare periods in 2005 and 2004 on a more
consistent basis without the effects of acquisitions. Management uses this comparison to assess
how well our core assets are performing. The Companys management has excluded revenues from the
Obie markets in the 2005 periods and no adjustment has been made to the 2004 periods with respect
to the Obie markets because of operational issues that were unique to the assets in the Obie
markets, which are comprised primarily of transit assets. After the Company operated the Obie
markets for approximately twelve months, management began including these assets in its
acquisition-adjusted net revenue calculations.
Acquisition-adjusted net revenue is not determined in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles (GAAP). For this adjustment, we measure the amount of pre-acquisition revenue generated
by the acquired assets (excluding the Obie markets) during the period in 2004 that corresponds with
the actual period we have owned the acquired assets in 2005 (to the extent within the period
18
to which this report relates). We refer to this adjustment as acquisition net revenue, excluding
the Obie markets. Net revenue (excluding revenues from the Obie markets) is also not determined
in accordance with GAAP and excludes the revenue generated by the assets in the Obie markets from
the Companys reported net revenue during the 2005 period.
Reconciliations of 2004 reported net revenue to 2004 acquisition-adjusted net revenue and 2005
reported net revenue to 2005 net revenue (excluding revenues from the Obie markets) as well as a
comparison of 2004 acquisition-adjusted net revenue to 2005 net revenue (excluding revenues from
the Obie markets) are provided below:
Reconciliation of Reported Net Revenue to Acquisition-Adjusted Net Revenue
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended |
|
|
|
December 31, |
|
|
|
2004 |
|
|
|
(in thousands) |
|
Reported net revenue |
|
$ |
883,510 |
|
Acquisition net revenue, excluding the Obie markets |
|
|
32,120 |
|
|
|
|
|
Acquisition-adjusted net revenue |
|
$ |
915,630 |
|
|
|
|
|
Reconciliation of Reported Net Revenue to Net Revenue (excluding revenues from the Obie
markets)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended |
|
|
|
December 31, |
|
|
|
2005 |
|
|
|
(in thousands) |
|
Reported net revenue |
|
$ |
1,021,656 |
|
Less net revenue Obie markets |
|
|
(46,261 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Net revenue (excluding the Obie markets) |
|
$ |
975,395 |
|
|
|
|
|
Comparison of 2005 Net Revenue (excluding revenues from the Obie markets) to 2004
Acquisition-Adjusted Net Revenue
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended |
|
|
|
December 31, |
|
|
|
2005 |
|
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2004 |
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(in thousands) |
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Reported net revenue |
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$ |
1,021,656 |
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$ |
883,510 |
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Acquisition net revenue, excluding the Obie markets |
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32,120 |
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Less net revenue Obie markets |
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(46,261 |
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Adjusted totals |
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$ |
975,395 |
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$ |
915,630 |
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LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
Overview
The Company has historically satisfied its working capital requirements with cash from operations
and borrowings under its bank credit facility. The Companys wholly owned subsidiary, Lamar Media
Corp., is the borrower under the bank credit facility and maintains all corporate cash balances.
Any cash requirements of Lamar Advertising, therefore, must be funded by distributions from Lamar
Media. The Companys acquisitions have been financed primarily with funds borrowed under the bank
credit facility and issuance of its Class A common stock and debt securities. If an acquisition is
made by one of the Companys subsidiaries using the Companys Class A common stock, a permanent
contribution of additional paid-in-capital of Class A common stock is distributed to that
subsidiary.
Sources of Cash
Total Liquidity at December 31, 2006. As of December 31, 2006 we had approximately $300.3 million
of total liquidity, which is comprised of approximately $11.8 million in cash and cash equivalents
and the ability to draw approximately $288.5 million under our revolving bank credit facility.
Cash Generated by Operations. For the years
ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004 our cash
provided by operating activities was $364.5 million, $347.3 million and $323.2 million,
respectively. While our net income was approximately $43.9 million for the year ended December 31,
2006, the Company generated cash from operating activities of
$364.5 million during 2006 primarily due to adjustments
needed to reconcile net income to cash provided by operating activities, which primarily
includes depreciation and amortization of $301.7 million. We generated cash flows from operations
during 2006 in excess of our cash needs for operations and capital expenditures as described
herein. We used the excess cash generated principally for acquisitions and to reduce debt. See
Cash Flows for more information.
Credit Facilities. As of December 31, 2006 we
had approximately $288.5 million of unused capacity
under our revolving credit facility. The bank credit facility was
refinanced on September 30, 2005
and is comprised of a $400.0 million revolving bank credit facility and a $400.0 million term
facility. The bank credit facility also includes a $500.0 million incremental facility, which
permits Lamar Media to request that its lenders enter into commitments to make additional term
loans, up to a maximum aggregate amount of $500.0 million.
On February 8, 2006, Lamar Media entered into a Series A Incremental Loan Agreement and obtained
commitments from its lenders for a term loan of $37.0 million, which was funded on February 27,
2006. The available uncommitted incremental loan facility was thereby reduced to $463.0 million.
On October 5, 2006, we entered into a Series B Incremental Loan Agreement (the Series B
Incremental Loan Agreement) and borrowed an additional $150.0 million under the incremental
portion of our bank credit facility. In conjunction with the Series B Incremental Loan Agreement,
we also entered into an amendment to our bank credit facility to restore the amount of the
incremental loan facility to $500.0 million (which under its old terms would have been reduced by
the Series B Incremental Loan and had been reduced by the earlier Series A Incremental Loan
described above). The lenders have no obligation to make additional term loans to Lamar Media under
the incremental facility, but may enter into such commitments in their sole discretion.
On December 21, 2006, Lamar Transit Advertising Canada Ltd. entered into a Series C Incremental
Loan Agreement and obtained commitments from its lenders for a term loan of $20.0 million. The
available uncommitted incremental loan facility was thereby reduced to $480.0 million.
Proceeds from the Sale of Debt and Equity Securities.
On August 16, 2005, Lamar Media Corp. issued $400.0 million 6 5/8% Senior Subordinated Notes due
2015. These notes are unsecured senior subordinated obligations and will be subordinated to all of
Lamar Medias existing and future senior debt, rank equally with all of Lamar Medias existing and
future senior subordinated debt and rank senior to all of our existing and any future subordinated
debt of Lamar Media. These notes are redeemable at the Companys option anytime on or after August
15, 2010. The Company may also redeem up to 35% of the aggregate principle amount of the notes
using the proceeds from certain public equity offerings completed before August 15, 2008. The net
proceeds from this issuance were used to reduce borrowings under Lamar Medias bank credit
facility.
On August 17, 2006, Lamar Media Corp. issued $216.0 million 6 5/8% Senior Subordinated Notes due
2015Series B. These notes are unsecured senior subordinated obligations and will be subordinated to all of
Lamar Medias existing and future senior debt, rank equally with all of Lamar Medias existing and
future senior subordinated debt and rank senior to all of our existing and any future subordinated
debt of Lamar Media. These notes are redeemable at the Companys option anytime on or after August
15, 2010. The Company may also redeem up to 35% of the aggregate principle amount of the notes
using the proceeds from certain public equity offerings completed before August 15, 2008. The net
proceeds from this issuance were used to reduce borrowings under Lamar Medias bank credit facility
and repurchase the Companys Class A common stock pursuant to its repurchase plan.
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Factors Affecting Sources of Liquidity
Internally Generated Funds. The key factors affecting internally generated cash flow are general
economic conditions, specific economic conditions in the markets where the Company conducts its
business and overall spending on advertising by advertisers.
Restrictions Under Credit Facilities and Other Debt Securities. Currently Lamar Media has
outstanding $385.0 million 7 1/4% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2013 issued in December 2002 and
June 2003, $400.0 million 6 5/8% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2015 issued August 2005 and $216
million 6 5/8% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2015 Series B issued in August 2006. The indenture relating to
Lamar Medias outstanding notes restricts its ability to incur indebtedness other than:
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up to $1.3 billion of indebtedness under its bank credit facility; |
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currently outstanding indebtedness or debt incurred to refinance outstanding debt; |
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inter-company debt between Lamar Media and its subsidiaries or between subsidiaries; |
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certain purchase money indebtedness and capitalized lease obligations to acquire or lease
property in the ordinary course of business that cannot exceed the greater of $20 million or
5% of Lamar Medias net tangible assets; and |
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additional debt not to exceed $40 million. |
Lamar Media is required to comply with certain covenants and restrictions under its bank credit
agreement. If the Company fails to comply with these tests, the long term debt payments set forth
below in the contractual obligation table may be accelerated. At December 31, 2006 and currently
Lamar Media is in compliance with all such tests.
Lamar Media cannot exceed the following financial ratios under its bank credit facility:
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a total debt ratio, defined as total consolidated debt to
EBITDA, (as defined below), for the
most recent four fiscal quarters, of
6.00 to 1 through September 30, 2007 and 5.75 to 1 from October 1, 2007 and after; and |
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a senior debt ratio, defined as total consolidated senior debt to EBITDA (as defined below) for
the most recent four fiscal
quarters, of 3.25 to 1. |
In addition, the bank credit facility requires that Lamar Media must maintain the following
financial ratios:
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an interest coverage ratio, defined as EBITDA (as defined below) for the most recent four
fiscal quarters to total consolidated accrued interest expense for that period, of at least
2.25 to 1; and |
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a fixed charges coverage ratio, defined as the ratio of EBITDA (as defined below) for the
most recent four fiscal quarters to (1) the total payments of principal and interest on debt
for such period plus (2) capital expenditures made during such period plus (3) income and
franchise tax payments made during such period, of at least 1.05 to 1. |
As defined under Lamar Medias bank credit facility, EBITDA is, for any period, operating income
for Lamar Media and its restricted subsidiaries (determined on a consolidated basis without
duplication in accordance with GAAP) for such period (calculated before taxes, interest expense,
interest in respect of mirror loan indebtedness, depreciation, amortization and any other non-cash
income or charges accrued for such period and (except to the extent received or paid in cash by
Lamar Media or any of its restricted subsidiaries) income or loss attributable to equity in
affiliates for such period) excluding any extraordinary and unusual gains or losses during such
period and excluding the proceeds of any casualty events whereby insurance or other proceeds are
received and certain dispositions not in the ordinary course. Any dividend payment made by Lamar
Media or any of its restricted subsidiaries to Lamar Advertising Company during any period to
enable Lamar Advertising Company to pay certain qualified expenses on behalf of Lamar Media and its
subsidiaries shall be treated as operating expenses of Lamar Media for the purposes of calculating
EBITDA for such period if and to the extent such operating expenses would be deducted in the
calculation of EBITDA if funded directly by Lamar Media or any restricted subsidiary. EBITDA under
the bank credit agreement is also adjusted to reflect certain acquisitions or dispositions as if
such acquisitions or dispositions were made on the first day of such period.
The Company believes that its current level of cash on hand, availability under its bank credit
facility and future cash flows from operations are sufficient to meet its operating needs through
the year 2007. All debt obligations are on the Companys balance sheet.
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Uses of Cash
Capital Expenditures. Capital expenditures excluding acquisitions were approximately $223.4 million
for the year ended December 31, 2006. We anticipate our 2007 total capital expenditures to be
approximately $105 million before digital capital expenditures of which we are not
certain at this time.
Acquisitions. During the year ended December 31, 2006, the Company financed its acquisition
activity of approximately $227.6 million with borrowings under Lamar Medias revolving credit
facility and cash on hand. In 2007, we expect to spend between $125 and $150 million on
acquisitions, which we may finance through borrowings, cash on hand, the issuance of Class A common
stock or some combination of the foregoing, depending on market conditions. We plan on continuing
to invest in both capital expenditures and acquisitions that can provide high returns in light of
existing market conditions.
Stock Repurchase Program. In November 2005, the Company announced that its Board of Directors
authorized the repurchase of up to $250.0 million of the Companys Class A common stock. The
Company completed this repurchase plan in July, 2006, repurchasing a total of 4,851,947 shares of
its Class A common stock.
In August 2006, Lamar Advertising Company announced a second repurchase plan of up to $250.0
million of the Companys Class A common stock to be repurchased from time to time over a period not
to exceed 18 months. As of December 31, 2006, the Company has purchased approximately 2,608,803
shares for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $149.3 million. In addition to the $100.7
million of repurchase capacity that currently remains under the 2006 plan, the Companys board of
directors announced on February 22, 2007 approval of a new stock repurchase program of up to $500.0
million of the Companys Class A common stock over a period not to exceed 24 months. The share
repurchases may be made on the open market or in privately negotiated transactions. The timing and
amount of any shares repurchased will be determined by Lamars management based on its evaluation
of market conditions and other factors. The repurchase program may be suspended or discontinued at
any time. Any repurchased shares will be available for future use for general corporate and other
purposes.
Special
Cash Dividend. In February, 2007, The Company's board of
directors declared a special divided of $3.25 per share of
Common Stock. The dividend will be paid on March 30, 2007 to
stockholders of record on March 22, 2007. Lamar had
approximately 84 million shares of Class A Common Stock and
16 million shares of Class B Common Stock, which is
convertible into Class A Common Stock on a one-for-one-basis at
the option of its holder, outstanding as of February 20, 2007.
Debt Service and Contractual Obligations. As of December 31, 2006, we had outstanding debt of
approximately $1.99 billion, which includes a mirror note issued to the Company in an aggregate
amount of $287.5 million, which is equal to the amount of the Companys outstanding convertible
notes. In the future, Lamar Media has principal reduction obligations and revolver commitment
reductions under its bank credit agreement. In addition it has fixed commercial commitments. These
commitments are detailed as follows:
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Payments Due by Period |
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(in millions) |
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Less than 1 |
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Contractual Obligations |
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4 5 Years |
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After 5 Years |
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Long-Term Debt |
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1,990.5 |
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8.6 |
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77.7 |
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539.2 |
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1,365.0 |
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Interest
obligations on long term debt (1) |
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834.8 |
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127.8 |
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256.9 |
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227.9 |
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222.2 |
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Billboard site and other operating leases |
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1,143.1 |
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146.8 |
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234.1 |
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177.4 |
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584.8 |
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Total payments due |
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3,968.4 |
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283.2 |
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568.7 |
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944.5 |
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2,172.0 |
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Interest rates on our variable rate instruments are assuming
rates at the December 2006
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Amount of Expiration Per Period |
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Total Amount |
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Less than 1 |
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Other Commercial Commitments |
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1 3 Years |
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4 5 Years |
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Revolving Bank Facility(2) |
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400.0 |
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400.0 |
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Standby Letters of Credit (3) |
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11.5 |
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0.5 |
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11.0 |
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Lamar Media had $100 million outstanding at
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The standby letters of credit are issued under Lamar Medias revolving bank facility
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Cash Flows
The Companys cash flows provided by operating activities increased by $17.3 million for the year
ended December 31, 2006 due to an increase in net income of $2.1 million as described in Results
of Operations an increase in adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to cash provided by
operating activities of $.2 million primarily due to an increase in depreciation and amortization
of $14.5 million, and an increase in non-cash compensation of $17.9 million offset by a decrease in
deferred income tax expense of $17.5 million and an increase in gain on dispositions of assets of
$9.7 million. In addition, as compared to the same period in 2005, there were decreases in the
change in receivables of $7.3 million, in other assets of
$9.6 million and in the change in other liabilities of $4.0 million.
Cash flows
used in investing activities increased $171.0 million from $267.9 million in 2005 to
$438.9 million in 2006 primarily due to an increase in capital
expenditures of $102.3 million and
an increase in cash used in acquisition activity by the Company in 2006 of $82.4 million.
Cash flows provided by financing activities was $67.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2006
primarily due to $408.4 million in proceeds from note offerings and new notes payable primarily
resulting from the bank credit facility refinancing discussed above and by $35.2 million in net
proceeds from issuance of common stock offset by cash used for purchase of treasury shares of
$373.9 million.
CRITICAL ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES
Our discussion and analysis of our results of operations and liquidity and capital resources are
based on our consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with GAAP.
The preparation of these financial statements requires us to make estimates and judgments that
affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses. On an ongoing basis, we
evaluate our estimates and judgments, including those related to long-lived asset recovery,
intangible assets, goodwill impairment, deferred taxes, asset retirement obligations and allowance
for doubtful accounts. We base our estimates on historical and anticipated results and trends and
on various other assumptions that we believe are reasonable under the circumstances, including
assumptions as to future events and, where applicable, established valuation techniques. These
estimates form the basis for making judgments about carrying values of assets and liabilities that
are not readily apparent from other sources. By their nature, estimates are subject to an inherent
degree of uncertainty. Actual results may differ from our estimates. We believe that the following
significant accounting policies and assumptions may involve a higher degree of judgment and
complexity than others.
Long-Lived Asset Recovery. Long-lived assets, consisting primarily of property, plant and
equipment and intangibles comprise a significant portion of the Companys total assets. Property,
plant and equipment of $1.406 billion and intangible assets of $861 million are reviewed for
impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances have indicated that their carrying amounts
may not be recoverable. Recoverability of assets is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount
of an asset to future undiscounted net cash flows expected to be generated by that asset before
interest expense. These undiscounted cash flow projections are based on management assumptions
surrounding future operating results and the anticipated future economic environment. If actual
results differ from managements assumptions, an impairment of these intangible assets may exist
and a charge to income would be made in the period such impairment is determined. No such
impairment charge has been recorded by the Company.
Intangible Assets. The Company has significant intangible assets recorded on its balance sheet.
Intangible assets primarily represent goodwill of
$1.358 billion, site locations of $788.4 million
and customer relationships of $63.8 million associated with the Companys acquisitions. The fair
values of intangible assets recorded are determined using discounted cash flow models that require
management to make assumptions related to future operating results, including projecting net
revenue growth discounted using current cost of capital rates, of each acquisition and the
anticipated future economic environment. If actual results differ from managements assumptions, an
impairment of these intangibles may exist and a charge to income would be made in the period such
impairment is determined. Historically no impairment charge has been required with respect to the
Companys intangible assets.
Goodwill Impairment. The Company had goodwill of $1.358 billion as of December 31, 2006 and must
perform an impairment analysis of goodwill annually or on a more frequent basis if events and
circumstances indicate that the asset might be impaired. This analysis requires management to make
assumptions as to the implied fair value of its reporting unit as compared to its carrying value
(including goodwill). In conducting the impairment analysis, the Company determines the implied
fair value of its reporting unit utilizing quoted market prices of its Class A common stock, which
are used to calculate the Companys enterprise value as compared to the carrying value of the
Companys assets. Discounted cash flow models before interest expense are also used. These
discounted cash flow models require management to make assumptions including projecting the
Companys net revenue growth discounted using current cost of capital rates related to the future
operating results of the Company and the anticipated future economic environment. Based upon the
Companys annual review as of December 31, 2006, no impairment charge was required.
Deferred Taxes. As of December 31, 2006, the Company has made the determination that its deferred
tax assets of $144.8 million, a component of which is the Companys net operating loss
carryforward, are fully realizable due to the existence of certain deferred tax liabilities of
approximately $250.5 million that are anticipated to reverse during the carryforward period. The
Company bases this
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determination by projecting taxable income over the relevant period. The Company has not recorded a
valuation allowance to reduce its deferred tax assets. Should the Company determine that it would
not be able to realize all or part of its net deferred tax assets in the future, an adjustment to
the deferred tax asset would be charged to income in the period such determination was made. For a
more detailed description, see Note 11 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
Asset Retirement Obligations. The Company had an asset retirement obligation of $141.5 million as
of December 31, 2006 as a result of its adoption of SFAS
No. 143, Accounting for Asset Retirement
Obligations, on January 1, 2003. This liability relates to the Companys obligation upon the
termination or non-renewal of a lease to dismantle and remove its billboard structures from the
leased land and to reclaim the site to its original condition. The Company records the present
value of obligations associated with the retirement of tangible long-lived assets in the period in
which they are incurred. The liability is capitalized as part of the related long-lived assets
carrying amount. Over time, accretion of the liability is recognized as an operating expense and
the capitalized cost is depreciated over the expected useful life of the related asset. In
calculating the liability, the Company calculates the present value of the estimated cost to
dismantle using an average cost to dismantle, adjusted for inflation and market risk.
This calculation includes 100% of the Companys billboard structures on leased land (which
currently consist of approximately 80,000 structures). The Company uses a 15-year retirement period
based on historical operating experience in its core markets, including the actual time that
billboard structures have been located on leased land in such markets and the actual length of the
leases in the core markets, which includes the initial term of the lease, plus any renewal period.
Historical third-party cost information is used with respect to the dismantling of the structures
and the reclamation of the site. The interest rate used to calculate the present value of such
costs over the retirement period is based on credit rates historically available to the Company.
Stock-based
Compensation. Effective
January 1, 2006, we adopted SFAS No. 123(R) Share-Based
Payments (SFAS No. 123(R)), which requires the
measurement and recognition of compensation expense for all
share-based payment awards made to employees and directors, including
stock options, employee stock purchases under the Employee Stock
Purchase Plan, restricted stock and performance shares, under the
modified prospective transition method. Share-based compensation
expense is based on the value of the portion of share-based payment
awards that is ultimately expected to vest. SFAS No. 123(R)
requires the use of a valuation model to calculate the fair value of
share-based awards. The Company has elected to use the Black-Scholes
option-pricing model. The Black-Scholes option-pricing model
incorporates various assumptions, including volatility, expected life
and interest rates. The expected life is based on the observed and
expected time to post-vesting exercise and forfeitures of stock
options by our employees. Upon the adoption of SFAS No. 123(R),
we used a combination of historical and implied volatility, or
blended volatility, in deriving the expected volatility assumption as
allowed under SFAS No. 123(R) and Staff Accounting Bulletin
No. 107. The risk-free interest rate assumption is based upon
observed interest rates appropriate for the term of our stock
options. The dividend yield assumption is based on our history and
expectation of dividend payouts. SFAS No. 123(R) requires
forfeitures to be estimated at the time of grant and revised, if
necessary, in subsequent periods if actual forfeitures differ from
those estimates. Forfeitures were estimated based on our historical experience. If
factors change and we employ different assumptions in the application
of SFAS No. 123(R) in future periods, the compensation expense
that we record under SFAS No. 123(R) may differ significantly
from what we have recorded in the current period. During 2006, we
recorded $7,561 as compensation expense related to stock options and
employee stock purchases. We
evaluate and adjust our assumptions on an annual basis. See
Note 14 Stock Compensation Plans of the Notes to
Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for further discussion.
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts. The Company
maintains allowances for doubtful accounts based on
the payment patterns of its customers. Management analyzes historical results, the economic
environment, changes in the credit worthiness of its customers, and other relevant factors in
determining the adequacy of the Companys allowance. Bad debt
expense was $6.3 million, $6.7 million and $7.8 million or approximately 1% of net revenue
for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and
2004, respectively. If the future economic environment declines, the inability of customers to pay
may occur and the allowance for doubtful accounts may need to be increased, which will result in
additional bad debt expense in future years.
NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS
In September 2006, the FASB issued Statement
of Accounting Standards No. 157, Fair Value
Measurements (Statement 157). Statement 157 defines fair value, establishes a framework for
measuring fair value in generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and expands disclosures
about fair value measurements. Statement 157 applies under other accounting pronouncements that
require or permit fair value measurements, the Board having previously concluded in those
accounting pronouncements that fair value is the relevant measurement attribute. Accordingly,
Statement 157 does not require any new fair value measurements. However, for some entities, the
application of Statement 157 will change current practice. Statement 157 is effective for
financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007, and interim periods
within these fiscal years. We are assessing the impact of Statement 157 which is not expected to
have a material impact on our financial position, results or operations or cash flows.
In September 2006, the SEC issued Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 108 (SAB), Considering the
Effects of Prior Year Misstatements when Quantifying Misstatements in Current Year Financial
Statements, which addresses how uncorrected errors in previous years should be considered when
quantifying errors in current-year financial statements. The SAB requires registrants to consider
the effect of all carry over and reversing effects of prior-year misstatements when qualifying
errors in current-year financial statements. The SAB does not change the SEC staffs previous
guidance on evaluating the materiality of errors. The SAB allows registrants to record the effects of
adopting the guidance as a cumulative effect
adjustment to retained earnings. This adjustment must be reported as of the beginning of the first
fiscal year ending after November 15, 2006. We will follow the
guidance prescribed in SAB No. 108, the effect of
which is discussed in footnote 15 to these financial statements.
In June 2006, the FASB issued FASB Interpretation
No. 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income
Taxesan interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109 (FIN 48), which clarifies the accounting for
uncertainty in income taxes recognized in an enterprises financial statements in accordance with
SFAS No. 109, Accounting for Income Taxes (SFAS No. 109). This Statement is effective
for fiscal
years beginning after December 15, 2006, and thus will be adopted during the first quarter of 2007.
FIN 48 provides a two-step approach to recognize and measure tax benefits when the benefits
realization is uncertain. The first step is to determine whether the benefit is to be recognized;
the second step is to determine the amount to be recognized. Income tax benefits should be
recognized when, based on the technical merits of a tax position, the entity believes that if a
dispute arose with the taxing authority and were taken to a court of last resort, it is more likely
than not (i.e. a probability of greater than 50 percent) that the tax position would be sustained
as filed. If a position is determined to be more likely than not of being sustained, the reporting
enterprise should recognize the largest amount of tax benefit that is greater than 50 percent
likely of being realized upon ultimate settlement with the taxing authority. The cumulative effect
of applying the provisions of FIN 48 upon adoption will be reported as an adjustment to beginning
retained earnings. We have assessed the effect of the adoption of FIN 48 and have concluded that
the effect of the adoption will not have a material impact on our consolidated financial
statements.
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Lamar Media Corp.
The following is a discussion of the consolidated financial condition and results of operations of
Lamar Media for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004. This discussion should be read in
conjunction with the consolidated financial statements of Lamar Media and the related notes.
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
The following table presents certain items in the Consolidated Statements of Operations as a
percentage of net revenues for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004:
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|
|
|
|
|
|
Direct advertising expenses |
|
|
34.9 |
|
|
|
34.6 |
|
|
|
34.2 |
|
General and administrative expenses |
|
|
17.7 |
|
|
|
17.2 |
|
|
|
17.9 |
|
Corporate expenses |
|
|
4.4 |
|
|
|
3.5 |
|
|
|
3.4 |
|
Depreciation and amortization |
|
|
26.9 |
|
|
|
28.4 |
|
|
|
33.3 |
|
Operating income |
|
|
17.0 |
|
|
|
16.4 |
|
|
|
11.4 |
|
Interest expense |
|
|
9.9 |
|
|
|
8.0 |
|
|
|
7.3 |
|
Net income (loss) |
|
|
4.0 |
|
|
|
4.6 |
|
|
|
2.7 |
|
Year ended December 31, 2006 compared to Year ended December 31, 2005
Net revenues increased $98.4 million or 9.6% to $1.120 billion for the year ended December 31, 2006
from $1.022 billion for the same period in 2005. This increase was attributable primarily to an
increase in billboard net revenues of $90.2 million or 9.8% over the prior period, a $2.8 million
increase in logo sign revenue, which represents an increase of 6.2% over the prior period, and a
$5.4 million increase in transit revenue over the prior period.
The increase in billboard net revenue of $90.2 million was generated by acquisition activity of
approximately $18.1 million and internal growth of approximately $72.1 million, while the increase
in logo sign revenue of $2.8 million was generated by internal growth across various markets within
the logo sign programs of approximately $4.3 million, which was
offset by a decrease of $1.5 million
of revenue due to the expiration of the Companys South Carolina
logo contract in August 2005 prior to its re-award in June 2006. The increase in
transit revenue of approximately $5.4 million was due to internal growth of approximately $3.5
million and acquisition of $1.9 million.
Net revenues for the year ended December 31, 2006, as compared to acquisition-adjusted net revenue
for the year ended December 31, 2005, increased $79.9 million or 7.7% as a result of net revenue
internal growth. See Reconciliations below.
Operating expenses, exclusive of depreciation and amortization and gain on sale of assets,
increased $73.1 million or 12.9% to $638.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2006 from $565.4
million for the same period in 2005. There was a $59.5 million increase as a result of additional
operating expenses related to the operations of acquired outdoor advertising assets and increases
in costs in operating the Companys core assets and a $13.6 million increase in corporate expenses.
Depreciation and amortization expense increased $11.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2006
as compared to the year ended December 31, 2005. This increase
is a result of
increased capital expenditures in 2006 which include
$81.3 million in digital billboards.
Due to the above factors, operating income increased $23.5 million to $190.8 million for year ended
December 31, 2006 compared to $167.3 million for the same period in 2005.
On September 30, 2005, Lamar Media refinanced its bank credit facility. The new bank credit
facility is comprised of a $400.0 million revolving bank credit facility and a $400.0 million term
facility. The bank credit facility also includes a $500.0 million incremental facility, which
permits Lamar Media to request that its lenders enter into commitments to make additional term
loans to it, up to a maximum aggregate amount of $500.0 million. The lenders have no obligation to
make additional loans under the incremental facility. As a result of this refinancing, Lamar Media
recorded a loss on extinguishment of debt of $4.0 million in
2005. During the year ended December 31, 2006, there were no
refinancing activities resulting in a loss on extinguishment of debt.
Interest expense increased $29.2 million from $81.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2005 to
$111.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2006 due to an increase in interest rates on
variable-rate debt.
The increase in operating income offset by the increase in interest expense described above
resulted in a $2.0 million decrease in income before income taxes, which resulted in income tax
expense remaining relatively constant over the same period in 2005. The effective tax rate for the
year ended December 31, 2006 was 44.1%, which is greater than the statutory rates due to permanent
differences resulting from non-deductible expenses.
As a result of the above factors, Lamar Media recognized net income for the year ended December 31,
2006 of $45.2 million, as compared to net income of $47.5 million for the same period in 2005.
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Reconciliations:
Because acquisitions occurring after December 31, 2004 (the acquired assets) have contributed to
our net revenue results for the periods presented, we provide 2005 acquisition-adjusted net
revenue, which adjusts our 2005 net revenue by adding to it the net revenue generated by the
acquired assets prior to our acquisition of them for the same time frame that those assets were
owned in 2006. We provide this information as a supplement to net revenues to enable investors to
compare periods in 2006 and 2005 on a more consistent basis without the effects of acquisitions.
Management uses this comparison to assess how well our core assets are performing.
Acquisition-adjusted net revenue is not determined in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles. For this adjustment, we measure the amount of pre-acquisition revenue generated by the
acquired assets during the period in 2005 that corresponds with the actual period we have owned the
acquired assets in 2006 (to the extent within the period to which this report relates). We refer to
this adjustment as acquisition net revenue.
Reconciliations of 2005 reported net revenue to 2005 acquisition-adjusted net revenue as well as a
comparison of 2005 acquisition-adjusted net revenue to 2006 net revenue are provided below:
Comparison of 2006 Net Revenue to 2005 Acquisition-Adjusted Net Revenue
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended |
|
|
|
December 31, |
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
|
|
(in thousands) |
|
Reported net revenue |
|
$ |
1,120,091 |
|
|
$ |
1,021,656 |
|
Acquisition net revenue |
|
|
|
|
|
|
18,490 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Adjusted totals |
|
$ |
1,120,091 |
|
|
$ |
1,040,146 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended December 31, 2005 compared to Year ended December 31, 2004
Net revenues increased $138.2 million or 15.6% to $1.0217 billion for the year ended December 31,
2005 from $883.5 million for the same period in 2004. This increase was attributable primarily to
an increase in billboard net revenues of $88.5 million or 10.6% over the prior period, a $3.6
million increase in logo sign revenue, which represents an increase of 8.7% over the prior period,
and a $45.7 million increase in transit revenue over the prior period. The increase in transit
revenue was primarily due to the Obie acquisition.
The increase in billboard net revenue of $88.5 million was generated by acquisition activity of
approximately $34.3 million and internal growth of approximately $54.2 million, while the increase
in logo sign revenue of $3.6 million was generated by internal growth across various markets within
the logo sign programs of approximately $4.7 million, which was offset by the loss of $1.1 million
of revenue due to the expiration of the South Carolina logo contract. The increase in transit
revenue of approximately $45.7 million was due to internal growth of approximately $8.2 million and
acquisition activity that resulted primarily from the Obie acquisition of $37.5 million.
Net revenues (excluding revenues from the Obie markets) for the year ended December 31, 2005, as
compared to acquisition-adjusted net revenue for the year ended December 31, 2004, increased $59.8
million or 6.5% as a result of net revenue internal growth. See Reconciliations below.
Operating expenses, exclusive of depreciation and amortization and gain (loss) on sale of assets,
increased $75.3 million or 15.4% to $565.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2005 from $490.1
million for the same period in 2004. There was a $68.9 million increase as a result of additional
operating expenses related to the operations of acquired outdoor advertising assets and increases
in costs in operating the Companys core assets and a $6.4 million increase in corporate expenses.
The increase in corporate expenses is primarily related to additional expenses related to expanded
efforts in Lamar Medias business development and national sales department.
Depreciation and amortization expense decreased $4.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2005
as compared to the year ended December 31, 2004.
Due to the above factors, operating income increased $66.9 million to $167.3 million for year ended
December 31, 2005 compared to $100.4 million for the same period in 2004.
On September 30, 2005, Lamar Media, refinanced its bank credit facility. The new bank credit
facility is comprised of a $400.0 million revolving bank credit facility and a $400.0 million term
facility. The bank credit facility also includes a $500.0 million incremental facility, which
permits Lamar Media to request that its lenders enter into commitments to make additional term
loans to it, up to a maximum aggregate amount of $500.0 million. The lenders have no obligation to
make additional loans under the incremental facility. As a result of this refinancing, Lamar Media
recorded a loss on extinguishment of debt of $4.0 million in 2005.
Interest expense increased $17.0 million from $64.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2004 to
$81.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2005 due to an increase in interest rates on
variable-rate debt.
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The increase in operating income offset by the increase in interest expense described above
resulted in a $47.0 million increase in income before income taxes. This increase in income
resulted in an increase in the income tax expense of $23.7 million for the year ended December 31,
2005 over the same period in 2004. The effective tax rate for the year ended December 31, 2005 was
42.8%, which is greater than the statutory rates due to permanent differences resulting from
non-deductible expenses.
As a result of the above factors, Media recognized net income for the year ended December 31, 2005
of $47.5 million, as compared to net income of $24.2 million for the same period in 2004.
Reconciliations:
Because acquisitions occurring after December 31, 2003 (the acquired assets) have contributed to
our net revenue results for the periods presented, we provide 2004 acquisition-adjusted net
revenue, which adjusts our 2004 net revenue by adding to it the net revenue generated by the
acquired assets (excluding assets acquired in the Obie markets) prior to our acquisition of them
for the same time frame that those assets were owned in 2005. We provide this information as a
supplement to net revenues to enable investors to compare periods in 2005 and 2004 on a more
consistent basis without the effects of acquisitions. Management uses this comparison to assess
how well our core assets are performing. The Companys management has excluded revenues from the
Obie markets in the 2005 periods and no adjustment has been made to the 2004 periods with respect
to the Obie markets because of operational issues that were unique to the assets in the Obie
markets, which are comprised primarily of transit assets. After the assets in the Obie markets
were operated for approximately twelve months, management began including these assets in its
acquisition-adjusted net revenue calculation.
Acquisition-adjusted net revenue is not determined in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles. For this adjustment, we measure the amount of pre-acquisition revenue generated by the
acquired assets (excluding the Obie markets) during the period in 2004 that corresponds with the
actual period we have owned the acquired assets in 2005 (to the extent within the period to which
this report relates). We refer to this adjustment as acquisition net revenue, excluding the Obie
markets. Net revenue (excluding revenues from the Obie markets) is also not determined in
accordance with GAAP and excludes the revenue generated by the assets in the Obie markets from the
Companys reported net revenue during the 2005 period.
Reconciliations of 2004 reported net revenue to 2004 acquisition-adjusted net revenue and 2005
reported net revenue to 2005 net revenue (excluding revenues from the Obie markets), as well as a
comparison of 2004 acquisition-adjusted net revenue to 2005 net revenue (excluding revenues from
the Obie markets) are provided below:
Reconciliation of Reported Net Revenue to Acquisition-Adjusted Net Revenue
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended |
|
|
|
December 31, |
|
|
|
2004 |
|
|
|
(in thousands) |
|
Reported net revenue |
|
$ |
883,510 |
|
Acquisition net revenue, excluding the Obie markets |
|
|
32,120 |
|
Acquisition-adjusted net revenue |
|
$ |
915,630 |
|
|
|
|
|
Reconciliation of Reported Net Revenue to Net Revenue (excluding revenues from the Obie markets)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended |
|
|
|
December 31, |
|
|
|
2005 |
|
|
|
(in thousands) |
|
Reported net revenue |
|
$ |
1,021,656 |
|
Less net revenue Obie markets |
|
|
(46,261 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Net revenue (excluding the Obie markets) |
|
$ |
975,395 |
|
|
|
|
|
Comparison of 2005 Net Revenue (excluding revenues from the Obie markets) to 2004
Acquisition-Adjusted Net Revenue
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended |
|
|
|
December 31, |
|
|
|
2005 |
|
|
2004 |
|
|
|
(in thousands) |
|
Reported net revenue |
|
$ |
1,021,656 |
|
|
$ |
883,510 |
|
Acquisition net revenue, excluding the Obie markets |
|
|
|
|
|
|
32,120 |
|
Less net revenue Obie markets |
|
|
(46,261 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Adjusted totals |
|
$ |
975,395 |
|
|
$ |
915,630 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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ITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
Lamar Advertising Company and Lamar Media Corp.
Lamar Advertising Company is exposed to interest rate risk in connection with variable rate debt
instruments issued by its wholly owned subsidiary Lamar Media Corp. The information below
summarizes the Companys interest rate risk associated with its principal variable rate debt
instruments outstanding at December 31, 2006, and should be read in conjunction with Note 8 of the
Notes to the Companys Consolidated Financial Statements.
Loans under Lamar Media Corp.s bank credit agreement bear interest at variable rates equal to the
JPMorgan Chase Prime Rate or LIBOR plus the applicable margin. Because the JPMorgan Chase Prime
Rate or LIBOR may increase or decrease at any time, the Company is exposed to market risk as a
result of the impact that changes in these base rates may have on the interest rate applicable to
borrowings under the bank credit agreement. Increases in the interest rates applicable to
borrowings under the bank credit agreement would result in increased interest expense and a
reduction in the Companys net income.
At December 31, 2006 there was approximately $707 million of aggregate indebtedness outstanding
under the bank credit facility, or approximately 35.7% of the Companys outstanding long-term debt
on that date, bearing interest at variable rates. The aggregate interest expense for 2006 with
respect to borrowings under the bank credit agreement was $39.5 million, and the weighted average
interest rate applicable to borrowings under this credit facility during 2006 was 6.1%. Assuming
that the weighted average interest rate was 200-basis points higher (that is 8.1% rather than
6.1%), then the Companys 2006 interest expense would have been approximately $12.5 million higher
resulting in a $7.0 million decrease in the Companys 2006 net income.
The Company has mitigated the interest rate risk resulting from its variable interest rate
long-term debt instruments by issuing fixed rate long-term debt instruments and maintaining a
balance over time between the amount of the Companys variable rate and fixed rate indebtedness. In
addition, the Company has the capability under the bank credit agreement to fix the interest rates
applicable to its borrowings at an amount equal to LIBOR plus the applicable margin for periods of
up to twelve months, which would allow the Company to mitigate the impact of short-term
fluctuations in market interest rates. In the event of an increase in interest rates, the Company
may take further actions to mitigate its exposure. The Company cannot guarantee, however, that the
actions that it may take to mitigate this risk will be feasible or that, if these actions are
taken, that they will be effective.
ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (following on next page)
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LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
|
|
|
|
|
Managements Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting |
|
|
31 |
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|
|
|
|
|
Report of
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Internal Control over Financial Reporting |
|
|
32 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Report of
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Consolidated Financial Statements |
|
|
33 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2006 and 2005 |
|
|
34 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Consolidated Statements of Operations for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004 |
|
|
35 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Consolidated
Statements of Stockholders Equity and Comprehensive Income for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and
2004 |
|
|
36 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004 |
|
|
37 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements |
|
|
38 56 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Schedule 2 Valuation and Qualifying Accounts for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004 |
|
|
57 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
30
Managements Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
The management of Lamar Advertising Company is responsible for establishing and maintaining
adequate internal control over financial reporting as such term is defined in Rule 13a-15(f) and
15d 15(f) under the Exchange Act.
Lamar Advertisings management assessed the effectiveness of Lamar Advertisings internal control
over financial reporting as of December 31, 2006. In making this assessment, management used the
criteria set forth by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO)
in Internal Control-Integrated Framework. Based on this assessment, Lamar Advertisings management
has concluded that, as of December 31, 2006, Lamar Advertisings internal control over financial
reporting is effective based on those criteria.
KPMG LLP, the independent registered public accounting firm that audited Lamar Advertisings
financial statements included in this annual report, has issued an attestation report on
managements assessment of Lamar Advertisings internal control over financial reporting. This
report appears on page 32 of this combined Annual Report.
31
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
The Board of Directors and Stockholders
Lamar Advertising Company:
We have audited managements assessment, included in the accompanying Managements Report on
Internal Control over Financial Reporting, that Lamar Advertising Company (the Company) maintained
effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2006, based on criteria
established in Internal ControlIntegrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring
Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). Lamar Advertising Companys management is
responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its
assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting. Our responsibility is
to express an opinion on managements assessment and an opinion on the effectiveness of the
Companys internal control over financial reporting based on our audit.
We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was
maintained in all material respects. Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal
control over financial reporting, evaluating managements assessment, testing and evaluating the
design and operating effectiveness of internal control, and performing such other procedures as we
considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis
for our opinion.
A companys 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
companys 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 companys 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.
In our opinion, managements assessment that Lamar Advertising Company maintained effective
internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2006, is fairly stated, in all
material respects, based on criteria established in Internal ControlIntegrated Framework issued by
the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). Also, in our opinion,
Lamar Advertising Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over
financial reporting as of December 31, 2006, based on criteria established in Internal
ControlIntegrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway
Commission (COSO).
We also have audited, in accordance with the
standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States), the consolidated balance sheets of Lamar Advertising Company and
subsidiaries as of December 31, 2006 and 2005, and the related consolidated statements of
operations, stockholders equity and comprehensive income, and cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period
ended December 31, 2006 and the financial statement schedule as listed in the accompanying index,
and our report dated February 28, 2007 expressed an unqualified opinion on those consolidated
financial statements and schedule.
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|
|
|
|
|
|
New Orleans, Louisiana |
|
|
February 28, 2007 |
|
|
32
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
The Board of Directors and Stockholders
Lamar Advertising Company:
We have audited the consolidated financial statements of Lamar Advertising Company and subsidiaries
as listed in the accompanying index (the Company). In connection with our audits of the
consolidated financial statements, we also have audited the financial statement schedule as listed
in the accompanying index. These consolidated financial statements and financial statement
schedule are the responsibility of the Companys management. Our responsibility is to express an
opinion on these consolidated financial statements and financial statement schedule based on our
audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An
audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the
financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and
significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement
presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all
material respects, the financial position of Lamar Advertising Company and subsidiaries as of
December 31, 2006 and 2005, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for each of
the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2006, in conformity with U.S. generally
accepted accounting principles. Also in our opinion, the related financial statement schedule,
when considered in relation to the basic consolidated financial statements taken as whole, presents
fairly, in all material respects, the information set forth therein.
As discussed in
notes 1(j) and 14 to the consolidated financial statements, effective January 1,
2006, the Company adopted Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 123 (revised),
Share-Based Payment. As discussed in note 15 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company
changed its method of quantifying errors in 2006.
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States), the effectiveness of Lamar Advertising Companys internal control over
financial reporting as of December 31, 2006, based on criteria established in Internal
ControlIntegrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway
Commission (COSO), and our report dated February 28, 2007 expressed an unqualified opinion on
managements assessment of, and the effective operation of, internal control over financial
reporting.
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
New Orleans, Louisiana
February 28, 2007 |
|
|
33
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Balance Sheets
December 31, 2006 and 2005
(In thousands, except share and per share data)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
ASSETS |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Current assets: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash and cash equivalents |
|
$ |
11,796 |
|
|
$ |
19,419 |
|
Receivables, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $6,400 and $6,000 in 2006 and 2005 |
|
|
127,552 |
|
|
|
114,733 |
|
Prepaid expenses |
|
|
38,215 |
|
|
|
35,763 |
|
Deferred income tax assets (note 11) |
|
|
34,224 |
|
|
|
7,128 |
|
Other current assets |
|
|
18,983 |
|
|
|
14,387 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total current assets |
|
|
230,770 |
|
|
|
191,430 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Property, plant and equipment (note 4) |
|
|
2,432,977 |
|
|
|
2,191,443 |
|
Less accumulated depreciation and amortization |
|
|
(1,027,029 |
) |
|
|
(902,138 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net property, plant and equipment |
|
|
1,405,948 |
|
|
|
1,289,305 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Goodwill (note 5) |
|
|
1,357,706 |
|
|
|
1,295,050 |
|
Intangible assets (note 5) |
|
|
860,850 |
|
|
|
896,943 |
|
Deferred financing costs net of accumulated amortization of $27,143 and $22,350
at 2006 and 2005, respectively |
|
|
25,990 |
|
|
|
26,549 |
|
Other assets |
|
|
42,964 |
|
|
|
41,957 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total assets |
|
$ |
3,924,228 |
|
|
$ |
3,741,234 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Current liabilities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Trade accounts payable |
|
$ |
14,567 |
|
|
$ |
13,730 |
|
Current maturities of long-term debt (note 8) |
|
|
8,648 |
|
|
|
2,788 |
|
Accrued expenses (note 7) |
|
|
69,940 |
|
|
|
66,151 |
|
Deferred income |
|
|
17,824 |
|
|
|
14,945 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total current liabilities |
|
|
110,979 |
|
|
|
97,614 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Long-term debt (note 8) |
|
|
1,981,820 |
|
|
|
1,573,538 |
|
Deferred income tax liabilities (note 11) |
|
|
140,019 |
|
|
|
107,696 |
|
Asset retirement obligation (note 9) |
|
|
141,503 |
|
|
|
135,538 |
|
Other liabilities |
|
|
11,374 |
|
|
|
9,366 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total liabilities |
|
|
2,385,695 |
|
|
|
1,923,752 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Stockholders equity (note 13): |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Series AA preferred stock, par value $.001, $63.80 cumulative dividends,
authorized 5,720 shares; 5,720 shares issued and outstanding at 2006 and 2005 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Class A preferred stock, par value $638, $63.80 cumulative dividends, 10,000
shares authorized, 0 shares issued and outstanding at 2006 and 2005 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Class A common stock, par value $.001, 175,000,000 shares authorized,
91,796,429 and 90,409,282 shares issued and outstanding at 2006 and 2005, respectively |
|
|
92 |
|
|
|
90 |
|
Class B common stock, par value $.001, 37,500,000 shares
authorized, 15,397,865 and 15,672,527 are
issued and outstanding at 2006 and 2005, respectively |
|
|
15 |
|
|
|
16 |
|
Additional paid-in-capital |
|
|
2,250,716 |
|
|
|
2,196,691 |
|
Accumulated comprehensive income |
|
|
2,253 |
|
|
|
|
|
Accumulated deficit |
|
|
(315,072 |
) |
|
|
(353,793 |
) |
Cost of shares held in treasury, 7,460,750 shares and 544,770 shares in 2006 and 2005, respectively |
|
|
(399,471 |
) |
|
|
(25,522 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Stockholders equity |
|
|
1,538,533 |
|
|
|
1,817,482 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total liabilities and stockholders equity |
|
$ |
3,924,228 |
|
|
$ |
3,741,234 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
34
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Statements of Operations
Years Ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004
(In thousands, except share and per share data)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
|
2004 |
|
Net revenues |
|
$ |
1,120,091 |
|
|
$ |
1,021,656 |
|
|
$ |
883,510 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Operating expenses (income): |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Direct advertising expenses (exclusive of depreciation and amortization) |
|
|
390,561 |
|
|
|
353,139 |
|
|
|
302,157 |
|
General and
administrative expenses (exclusive of depreciation and amortization) |
|
|
198,187 |
|
|
|
176,099 |
|
|
|
158,161 |
|
Corporate expenses (exclusive of depreciation and amortization) |
|
|
50,750 |
|
|
|
36,628 |
|
|
|
30,159 |
|
Depreciation and amortization (Note 10) |
|
|
301,685 |
|
|
|
290,089 |
|
|
|
294,056 |
|
Gain on disposition of assets |
|
|
(10,862 |
) |
|
|
(1,119 |
) |
|
|
(1,067 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
930,321 |
|
|
|
854,836 |
|
|
|
783,466 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Operating income |
|
|
189,770 |
|
|
|
166,820 |
|
|
|
100,044 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Other expense (income): |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Loss on extinguishment of debt |
|
|
|
|
|
|
3,982 |
|
|
|
|
|
Interest income |
|
|
(1,311 |
) |
|
|
(1,511 |
) |
|
|
(495 |
) |
Interest expense |
|
|
112,955 |
|
|
|
90,671 |
|
|
|
76,079 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
111,644 |
|
|
|
93,142 |
|
|
|
75,584 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Income before income tax expense |
|
|
78,126 |
|
|
|
73,678 |
|
|
|
24,460 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Income tax expense (note 11) |
|
|
34,227 |
|
|
|
31,899 |
|
|
|
11,305 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net income |
|
|
43,899 |
|
|
|
41,779 |
|
|
|
13,155 |
|
Preferred stock dividends |
|
|
365 |
|
|
|
365 |
|
|
|
365 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net income applicable to common stock |
|
$ |
43,534 |
|
|
$ |
41,414 |
|
|
$ |
12,790 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Earnings per share: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Basic earnings per share |
|
$ |
0.42 |
|
|
$ |
0.39 |
|
|
$ |
0.12 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Diluted earnings per share |
|
$ |
0.42 |
|
|
$ |
0.39 |
|
|
$ |
0.12 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted average common shares outstanding |
|
|
102,720,744 |
|
|
|
105,605,873 |
|
|
|
104,041,030 |
|
Incremental common shares from dilutive stock options |
|
|
774,778 |
|
|
|
483,884 |
|
|
|
530,453 |
|
Incremental common shares from convertible debt |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted average common shares assuming dilution |
|
|
103,495,522 |
|
|
|
106,089,757 |
|
|
|
104,571,483 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
35
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders Equity and
Comprehensive Income
Years Ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004
(In thousands, except per share data)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
SERIES AA |
|
|
CLASS A |
|
|
CLASS A |
|
|
CLASS B |
|
|
|
|
|
|
ADDL |
|
|
ACCUMULATED |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PREF |
|
|
PREF |
|
|
CMN |
|
|
CMN |
|
|
TREASURY |
|
|
PAID IN |
|
|
COMPREHENSIVE |
|
|
ACCUMULATED |
|
|
|
|
|
|
STOCK |
|
|
STOCK |
|
|
STOCK |
|
|
STOCK |
|
|
STOCK |
|
|
CAPITAL |
|
|
INCOME |
|
|
DEFICIT |
|
|
TOTAL |
|
Balance, December 31, 2003 |
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
87 |
|
|
|
16 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,097,555 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(407,997 |
) |
|
|
1,689,661 |
|
Issuance of 68,986 shares of
common stock in acquisitions |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
4,271 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
4,272 |
|
Exercise of 865,443 shares of
stock options |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
27,369 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
27,370 |
|
Conversion of 474,546 shares
of Class B common stock
to Class A stock |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Issuance of 66,692 shares of
common stock through
employee purchase plan |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,254 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,254 |
|
Net income |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
13,155 |
|
|
|
13,155 |
|
Dividends ($63.80 per
preferred share) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(365 |
) |
|
|
(365 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance, December 31, 2004 |
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
89 |
|
|
|
16 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,131,449 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(395,207 |
) |
|
|
1,736,347 |
|
Issuance of 1,026,413 shares
of common stock in
acquisitions |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
43,313 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
43,314 |
|
Exercise of 552,781 shares of
stock options |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
19,151 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
19,151 |
|
Issuance of 78,194 shares of
common stock through
employee purchase plan |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,778 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,778 |
|
Purchase of 544,770 shares
of treasury stock |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(25,522 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(25,522 |
) |
Net income |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
41,779 |
|
|
|
41,779 |
|
Dividends ($63.80 per
preferred share) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(365 |
) |
|
|
(365 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance, December 31, 2005 |
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
90 |
|
|
|
16 |
|
|
|
(25,522 |
) |
|
|
2,196,691 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(353,793 |
) |
|
|
1,817,482 |
|
Cumulative effect due to
adoption of SAB108 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(4,813 |
) |
|
|
(4,813 |
) |
Non-cash compensation |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
17,906 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
17,906 |
|
Exercise of 1,033,596 shares
of stock options |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
32,806 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
32,807 |
|
Issuance of 78,889 shares of
common stock through
employee purchase plan |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
3,313 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
3,313 |
|
Conversion of 274,662
shares of Class B common
stock to Class A common
stock |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
(1 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Purchase of 6,915,980 shares
of treasury stock |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(373,949 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(373,949 |
) |
Comprehensive
income: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Foreign
currency translation |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,253 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,253 |
|
Net income |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
43,899 |
|
|
|
43,899 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Comprehensive income |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
46,152 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Dividends ($63.80 per
preferred share) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(365 |
) |
|
|
(365 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance, December 31, 2006 |
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
92 |
|
|
|
15 |
|
|
|
(399,471 |
) |
|
|
2,250,716 |
|
|
|
2,253 |
|
|
|
(315,072 |
) |
|
|
1,538,533 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
36
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
Years Ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004
(In thousands)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
|
2004 |
|
Cash flows from operating activities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net income |
|
$ |
43,899 |
|
|
$ |
41,779 |
|
|
$ |
13,155 |
|
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by
operating activities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Depreciation and amortization |
|
|
301,685 |
|
|
|
287,212 |
|
|
|
294,056 |
|
Non-cash compensation |
|
|
17,906 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Amortization included in interest expense |
|
|
4,793 |
|
|
|
5,335 |
|
|
|
5,330 |
|
Gain on disposition of assets |
|
|
(10,862 |
) |
|
|
(1,119 |
) |
|
|
(1,067 |
) |
Loss on extinguishment of debt |
|
|
|
|
|
|
3,982 |
|
|
|
|
|
Deferred income tax expenses |
|
|
6,364 |
|
|
|
23,852 |
|
|
|
7,748 |
|
Provision for doubtful accounts |
|
|
6,287 |
|
|
|
6,674 |
|
|
|
7,772 |
|
Changes in operating assets and liabilities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(Increase) decrease in: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Receivables |
|
|
(17,583 |
) |
|
|
(24,915 |
) |
|
|
(4,824 |
) |
Prepaid expenses |
|
|
(4,780 |
) |
|
|
(448 |
) |
|
|
(2,509 |
) |
Other assets |
|
|
2,145 |
|
|
|
(7,408 |
) |
|
|
(3,556 |
) |
Increase (decrease) in: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Trade accounts payable |
|
|
837 |
|
|
|
3,318 |
|
|
|
1,600 |
|
Accrued expenses |
|
|
11,004 |
|
|
|
10,155 |
|
|
|
5,693 |
|
Other liabilities |
|
|
2,822 |
|
|
|
(1,160 |
) |
|
|
(234 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash flows provided by operating activities |
|
|
364,517 |
|
|
|
347,257 |
|
|
|
323,164 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash flows from investing activities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Capital expenditures |
|
|
(223,350 |
) |
|
|
(121,117 |
) |
|
|
(82,031 |
) |
Acquisitions |
|
|
(227,649 |
) |
|
|
(145,228 |
) |
|
|
(189,540 |
) |
Increase in notes receivable |
|
|
(1,331 |
) |
|
|
(7,175 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment |
|
|
13,434 |
|
|
|
5,550 |
|
|
|
7,824 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash flows used in investing activities |
|
|
(438,896 |
) |
|
|
(267,970 |
) |
|
|
(263,747 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash flows from financing activities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net proceeds from issuance of common stock |
|
|
35,236 |
|
|
|
18,672 |
|
|
|
23,806 |
|
Cash used for purchase of treasury shares |
|
|
(373,949 |
) |
|
|
(25,522 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Principle payments on long-term debt |
|
|
(2,303 |
) |
|
|
(485,539 |
) |
|
|
(44,928 |
) |
Debt issuance costs |
|
|
(4,328 |
) |
|
|
(5,315 |
) |
|
|
(1,526 |
) |
Net proceeds from note offerings and new notes payable |
|
|
412,682 |
|
|
|
394,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
Dividends |
|
|
(365 |
) |
|
|
(365 |
) |
|
|
(365 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash flows provided by (used in) financing activities |
|
|
66,973 |
|
|
|
(104,069 |
) |
|
|
(23,013 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Effect of exchange rate changes in cash and cash equivalents |
|
|
(217 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents |
|
|
(7,623 |
) |
|
|
(24,782 |
) |
|
|
36,404 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period |
|
|
19,419 |
|
|
|
44,201 |
|
|
|
7,797 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period |
|
$ |
11,796 |
|
|
$ |
19,419 |
|
|
$ |
44,201 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash paid for interest |
|
$ |
97,711 |
|
|
$ |
78,097 |
|
|
$ |
69,922 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash paid for state and federal income taxes |
|
$ |
28,471 |
|
|
$ |
3,365 |
|
|
$ |
1,946 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Common stock issuance related to acquisitions |
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
43,314 |
|
|
$ |
4,270 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
37
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
(1) Significant Accounting Policies
(a) |
|
Nature of Business |
|
|
|
Lamar Advertising Company (the Company)
is engaged in the outdoor advertising
business operating approximately
151,000 billboard advertising displays
in 44 states, Canada and Puerto Rico.
The Companys operating strategy is to
be the leading provider of outdoor
advertising services in the markets it
serves. |
|
|
|
In addition, the Company operates a
logo sign business in 19 states
throughout the United States and Canada
and a transit advertising business in
73 markets. Logo signs are erected
pursuant to state-awarded service
contracts on public rights-of-way near
highway exits and deliver brand name
information on available gas, food,
lodging and camping services. Included
in the Companys logo sign business are
tourism signing contracts. The Company
provides transit advertising on bus
shelters, benches and buses in the
markets it serves. |
|
(b) |
|
Principles of Consolidation
|
|
|
|
The accompanying consolidated financial
statements include Lamar Advertising
Company, its wholly owned subsidiary,
Lamar Media Corp. (Lamar Media), and
its majority-owned subsidiaries. All
intercompany transactions and balances
have been eliminated in consolidation. |
|
(c) |
|
Property, Plant and Equipment
|
|
|
|
Property, plant and equipment are
stated at cost. Depreciation is
calculated using accelerated and
straight-line methods over the
estimated useful lives of the assets. |
|
(d) |
|
Goodwill and Intangible Assets
|
|
|
|
Under Statement of Financial Accounting
Standards (SFAS) No. 142, (SFAS No. 142) Goodwill and
Other Intangibles
Goodwill is subject to an annual
impairment test. The Company
designated December 31 as the date of
its annual goodwill impairment test.
If an event occurs or circumstances
change that would more likely than not
reduce the fair value of a reporting
unit below its carrying value, an
interim impairment test would be
performed between annual tests. In
accordance with the standard, the
Company is required to identify its
reporting units and determine the
carrying value of each reporting unit
by assigning the assets and
liabilities, including the existing
goodwill and intangible assets, to
those reporting units. The Company is
required to determine the fair value of
each reporting unit and compare it to
the carrying amount of the reporting
unit. To the extent the carrying amount
of a reporting unit exceeds the fair
value of the reporting unit, the
Company would be required to perform
the second step of the impairment test,
as this is an indication that the
reporting unit goodwill may be
impaired. The fair value of each
reporting unit exceeded its carrying
amount at its annual impairment test
dates on December 31, 2006 and December
31, 2005 therefore the Company was not
required to recognize an impairment
loss. |
|
|
|
Intangible assets, consisting primarily
of site locations, customer lists and
contracts, and non-competition
agreements are amortized using the
straight-line method over the assets
estimated useful lives, generally from
5 to 15 years. |
|
(e) |
|
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets |
|
|
|
Long-lived assets, such as
property, plant and equipment, and purchased intangibles
subject to amortization, are reviewed for impairment whenever
events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying
amount of an asset may not be recoverable. Recoverability of
assets to be held and used is measured by a comparison of the
carrying amount of an asset to estimated undiscounted future
cash flows expected to be generated by the asset before
interest expense. If the carrying amount of an asset exceeds
its estimated future cash flows, an impairment charge is
recognized by the amount by which the carrying amount of the
asset exceeds the fair value of the asset. Assets to be
disposed of would be separately presented in the balance
sheet and reported at the lower of the carrying amount or
fair value less costs to sell, and are no longer depreciated.
The assets and liabilities of a disposed group classified as
held for sale would be presented separately in the
appropriate asset and liability sections of the balance
sheet. |
38
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
(f) |
|
Deferred Income |
|
|
|
Deferred income consists principally of advertising revenue received
in advance and gains resulting from the sale of certain assets to
related parties. Deferred advertising revenue is recognized in income
as services are provided over the term of the contract. Deferred gains
are recognized in income in the consolidated financial statements at
the time the assets are sold to an unrelated party or otherwise
disposed of. |
|
(g) |
|
Revenue Recognition |
|
|
|
The Company recognizes outdoor advertising revenue, net of agency
commissions, if any, on an accrual basis ratably over the term of the
contracts, as services are provided. Production revenue and the
related expense for the advertising copy are recognized upon
completion of the sale. |
|
|
|
The Company engages in barter transactions where the Company trades
advertising space for goods and services. The Company recognizes
revenues and expenses from barter transactions at fair value which is
determined based on the Companys own historical practice of receiving
cash for similar advertising space from buyers unrelated to the party
in the barter transaction. The amount of revenue and expense
recognized for advertising barter transactions is as follows: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
2005 |
|
2004 |
Net revenues |
|
$ |
5,461 |
|
|
|
5,766 |
|
|
|
5,490 |
|
Direct advertising expenses |
|
|
2,802 |
|
|
|
2,972 |
|
|
|
3,124 |
|
General and administrative expenses |
|
|
2,645 |
|
|
|
2,521 |
|
|
|
2,002 |
|
(h) |
|
Income Taxes |
|
|
|
The Company uses the asset and liability
method of accounting for income taxes. Under
the asset and liability method, deferred tax
assets and liabilities are recognized for the
future tax consequences attributable to
differences between the financial statement
carrying amounts of existing assets and
liabilities and their respective tax bases.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are
measured using tax rates expected to apply to
taxable income in the years in which those
temporary differences are expected to be
recovered or settled. The effect on deferred
tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax
rates is recognized in income in the period
that includes the enactment date. |
|
(i) |
|
Earnings Per Share |
|
|
|
Earnings per share are computed in accordance with SFAS No.
128, Earnings Per Share. The calculation of basic earnings
per share excludes any dilutive effect of stock options and
convertible debt, while diluted earnings per share includes
the dilutive effect of stock options and convertible debt.
The number of potentially dilutive shares excluded from the
calculation because of their anti-dilutive effect are
5,581,755 for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005 and
2004. |
|
(j) |
|
Stock Option Plan |
|
|
|
Effective January 1, 2006, we adopted the provisions of
Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 123(R),
Share-Based Payment, and related interpretations, or SFAS
123(R), to account for stock-based compensation using the
modified prospective transition method and therefore will not
restate our prior period results. SFAS 123(R) supersedes
Accounting Principles Board Opinion No. 25, Accounting for
Stock Issued to Employees, or APB No. 25, and revises
guidance in SFAS 123, Accounting for Stock-Based
Compensation. Among other things, SFAS 123(R) requires that
compensation expense be recognized in the financial
statements for share-based awards based on the grant date
fair value of those awards. The modified prospective
transition method applies to (a) unvested stock options under
our 1996 Equity Incentive Plan (1996 Plan) at December 31,
2005 and issuances under our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
(ESPP) outstanding based on the grant date fair value
estimated in accordance with the pro forma provisions of SFAS
123, and (b) any new share-based awards granted subsequent to
December 31, 2005, based on the grant-date fair value
estimated in accordance with the provisions of SFAS 123(R).
Additionally, stock-based compensation expense includes an
estimate for pre-vesting forfeitures and is recognized over
the requisite service periods of the awards on a
straight-line basis, which is generally commensurate with the
vesting term. Non-cash compensation expense recognized during
the year ended December 31, 2006 is $17,906 which consists of
$7,561 resulting from the Companys adoption of SFAS 123(R)
and $10,345 related to stock grants, which were made under
the Companys performance-based stock incentive program in
2006. See Note 14 for information on the assumptions we used
to calculate the fair value of stock-based compensation. |
39
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
(j) |
|
Stock Option Plan (continued) |
|
|
|
Prior to January 1, 2006, we accounted for these stock-based
compensation plans in accordance with APB No. 25 and related
interpretations. Accordingly, compensation expense for a stock option
grant was recognized only if the exercise price was less than the
market value of our Class A common stock on the grant date.
Compensation expense was not recognized under our ESPP as the purchase
price of the stock issued thereunder was not less than 85% of the
lower of the fair market value of our common stock at the beginning of
each offering period or at the end of each purchase period under the
plan. Prior to our adoption of SFAS 123(R), as required under the
disclosure provisions of SFAS 123, as amended, we provided pro forma
net income (loss) and earnings (loss) per common share for each period
as if we had applied the fair value method to measure stock-based
compensation expense. |
|
|
|
The table below summarizes the impact on our results of operations for
the year ended December 31, 2006 of outstanding stock options and
stock grants under our 1996 Plan and issuances under
our ESPP recognized under the provisions of SFAS 123(R): |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year Ended |
|
|
|
December 31, 2006 |
|
Stock-based compensation expense: |
|
|
|
|
Issuances under employee stock purchase
plan |
|
$ |
728 |
|
Employee stock options |
|
|
6,833 |
|
Performance-based stock awards |
|
|
10,345 |
|
Income tax benefit |
|
|
(4,531 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Net decrease in net income |
|
$ |
13,375 |
|
|
|
|
|
Decrease in earnings per common share: |
|
|
|
|
Basic |
|
$ |
0.13 |
|
Diluted |
|
$ |
0.13 |
|
The following table illustrates the effect on net income and earnings
per common share for the year ended December 31, 2005 and 2004 as if
we had applied the fair value method to measure stock-based
compensation, as required under the disclosure provisions of SFAS No.
123:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended |
|
|
Year ended |
|
|
|
December 31, |
|
|
December 31, |
|
|
|
2005 |
|
|
2004 |
|
Net income applicable to common stock, as reported |
|
$ |
41,414 |
|
|
$ |
12,790 |
|
Deduct: Total stock-based employee compensation expense
determined under fair value based method for all awards,
net of related tax effects |
|
|
(5,013 |
) |
|
|
(8,834 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Pro forma net income applicable to common stock |
|
|
36,401 |
|
|
|
3,956 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net income per common share basic and diluted |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net income
per share, as reported |
|
$ |
0.39 |
|
|
$ |
0.12 |
|
Net income
per share, pro forma |
|
$ |
0.34 |
|
|
$ |
0.04 |
|
40
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
(k) |
|
Cash and Cash Equivalents |
|
|
|
The Company considers all highly-liquid investments with original
maturities of three months or less to be cash equivalents. |
|
(l) |
|
Reclassification of Prior Year Amounts |
|
|
|
Certain amounts in the prior years consolidated financial statements
have been reclassified to conform to the current year presentation.
These reclassifications had no effect on previously reported net
income (loss). |
|
(m) |
|
Asset Retirement Obligations |
|
|
|
Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 143,
Accounting for
Asset Retirement Obligations (SFAS 143). SFAS 143 requires
companies to record the present value of obligations associated with
the retirement of tangible long-lived assets in the period in which it
is incurred. The liability is capitalized as part of the related
long-lived assets carrying amount. Over time, accretion of the
liability is recognized as an operating expense and the capitalized
cost is depreciated over the expected useful life of the related
asset. The Companys asset retirement obligations relate primarily to
the dismantlement, removal, site reclamation and similar activities of
its properties. |
|
(n) |
|
Use of Estimates |
|
|
|
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting
principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires
management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported
amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets
and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the
reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period.
Actual results could differ from those estimates. |
|
(2) |
|
Acquisitions |
Year Ended December 31, 2006
During the twelve months ended December 31, 2006, the Company completed several acquisitions of
outdoor advertising assets for a total purchase price of approximately $227,649 in cash.
Each of these acquisitions was accounted for under the purchase method of accounting, and,
accordingly, the accompanying consolidated financial statements include the results of operations
of each acquired entity from the date of acquisition. The acquisition costs have been allocated to
assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on fair market value at the dates of acquisition. The
following is a summary of the preliminary allocation of the acquisition costs in the above
transactions.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total |
|
Current assets |
|
$ |
6,141 |
|
Property, plant and equipment |
|
|
77,433 |
|
Goodwill |
|
|
62,656 |
|
Site locations |
|
|
66,944 |
|
Non-competition agreements |
|
|
661 |
|
Customer lists and contracts |
|
|
18,428 |
|
Other assets |
|
|
2,200 |
|
Current liabilities |
|
|
(1,479 |
) |
Long term liabilities |
|
|
(5,335 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
227,649 |
|
|
|
|
|
41
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
Total acquired intangible assets for the year ended December 31, 2006 was $148,689, of which
$62,656 was assigned to goodwill which is not subject to amortization. The remaining $86,033 of
acquired intangible assets have a weighted average useful life of approximately 14 years. The
intangible assets include customer lists and contracts of $18,428 (7 year weighted average useful
life), site locations of $66,944 (15 year weighted average useful life), and non-competition
agreements of $661 (9.6 year weighted average useful life). Of the $62,656 of goodwill,
approximately $50,886 is expected to be fully deductible for tax purposes. The aggregate
amortization expense related to the 2006 acquisitions for the year ended December 31, 2006 was
approximately $4,078.
The following unaudited pro forma financial information for the Company gives effect to the 2006
and 2005 acquisitions as if they had occurred on January 1, 2005. These pro forma results do not
purport to be indicative of the results of operations which actually would have resulted had the
acquisitions occurred on such date or to project the Companys results of operations for any future
period.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
2005 |
Net revenues |
|
$ |
1,128,697 |
|
|
|
1,048,689 |
|
Net income applicable to common stock |
|
|
41,649 |
|
|
|
37,630 |
|
Net income per common share basic |
|
$ |
0.41 |
|
|
|
0.36 |
|
Net income
per common share diluted |
|
$ |
0.40 |
|
|
|
0.35 |
|
Year Ended December 31, 2005
During the twelve months ended December 31, 2005, the Company completed over 65 acquisitions of
outdoor advertising assets for a total purchase price of approximately $188,542, which consisted of
the issuance of 1,026,413 shares of Lamar Advertising Class A common stock valued at the time of
issuance at $43,314 and $145,228 in cash.
Each of these acquisitions was accounted for under the purchase method of accounting, and,
accordingly, the accompanying consolidated financial statements include the results of operations
of each acquired entity from the date of acquisition. The acquisition costs have been allocated to
assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on fair market value at the dates of acquisition. The
following is a summary of the preliminary allocation of the acquisition costs in the above
transactions.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total |
|
Current assets |
|
$ |
10,374 |
|
Property, plant and equipment |
|
|
59,846 |
|
Goodwill |
|
|
29,944 |
|
Site locations |
|
|
87,263 |
|
Non-competition agreements |
|
|
1,439 |
|
Customer lists and contracts |
|
|
15,372 |
|
Other assets |
|
|
548 |
|
Current liabilities |
|
|
(3,852 |
) |
Long term liabilities |
|
|
(12,392 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
188,542 |
|
|
|
|
|
Year Ended December 31, 2004
During the year ended December 31, 2004, the Company completed over 80 acquisitions of outdoor
advertising assets for a total purchase price of approximately $200,490, which consisted of the
issuance of 68,986 shares of Lamar Advertising Class A common stock valued at the time of issuance
at $2,476, warrants valued at $1,794 and $196,220 cash.
Each of these acquisitions was accounted for under the purchase method of accounting, and,
accordingly, the accompanying consolidated financial statements include the results of operations
of each acquired entity from the date of acquisition. The acquisition costs have been allocated to
assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on fair market value at the dates of acquisition. The
following is a summary of the preliminary allocation of the acquisition costs in the above
transactions.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total |
|
Current assets |
|
$ |
2,846 |
|
Property, plant and equipment |
|
|
64,917 |
|
Goodwill |
|
|
24,831 |
|
Site locations |
|
|
87,281 |
|
Non-competition agreements |
|
|
515 |
|
Customer lists and contracts |
|
|
21,577 |
|
Current liabilities |
|
|
(1,477 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
200,490 |
|
|
|
|
|
42
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
(3) Noncash Financing Activities
A summary of significant noncash financing activities for the years ended December
31, 2006, 2005 and 2004 follows:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
2005 |
|
2004 |
Issuance of Class A common stock in acquisitions |
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
43,314 |
|
|
|
4,270 |
|
(4) Property, Plant and Equipment
Major categories of property, plant and equipment at December 31, 2006 and 2005 are as follows:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Estimated Life |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(Years) |
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
Land |
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
178,942 |
|
|
|
115,449 |
|
Building and improvements |
|
|
10 39 |
|
|
|
90,627 |
|
|
|
72,718 |
|
Advertising structures |
|
|
5 15 |
|
|
|
2,055,236 |
|
|
|
1,911,429 |
|
Automotive and other equipment |
|
|
3 7 |
|
|
|
108,172 |
|
|
|
91,847 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
2,432,977 |
|
|
|
2,191,443 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(5) Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
The following is a summary of intangible assets at December 31, 2006 and December 31, 2005.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Estimated |
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
|
|
Life |
|
|
Gross Carrying |
|
|
Accumulated |
|
|
Gross Carrying |
|
|
Accumulated |
|
|
|
(Years) |
|
|
Amount |
|
|
Amortization |
|
|
Amount |
|
|
Amortization |
|
Amortizable Intangible Assets: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Customer lists and contracts |
|
|
7 10 |
|
|
$ |
444,167 |
|
|
$ |
380,374 |
|
|
$ |
425,739 |
|
|
$ |
344,125 |
|
Non-competition agreements |
|
|
3 15 |
|
|
|
60,279 |
|
|
|
55,466 |
|
|
|
59,618 |
|
|
|
53,437 |
|
Site locations |
|
|
15 |
|
|
|
1,262,525 |
|
|
|
474,151 |
|
|
|
1,195,581 |
|
|
|
391,926 |
|
Other |
|
|
5 15 |
|
|
|
13,537 |
|
|
|
9,667 |
|
|
|
13,600 |
|
|
|
8,107 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,780,508 |
|
|
|
919,658 |
|
|
|
1,694,538 |
|
|
|
797,595 |
|
Unamortizable Intangible Assets: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Goodwill |
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
1,611,341 |
|
|
$ |
253,635 |
|
|
$ |
1,548,685 |
|
|
$ |
253,635 |
|
The changes in the gross carrying amount of goodwill for the year ended December 31, 2006 are as
follows:
|
|
|
|
|
Balance as of December 31, 2005 |
|
$ |
1,548,685 |
|
Goodwill acquired during the year |
|
|
62,656 |
|
Impairment losses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance as of December 31, 2006 |
|
$ |
1,611,341 |
|
|
|
|
|
The following is a summary of the estimated amortization expense for the next five years:
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended December 31, 2007 |
|
$ |
48,036 |
|
Year ended December 31, 2008 |
|
$ |
42,078 |
|
Year ended December 31, 2009 |
|
$ |
39,553 |
|
Year ended December 31, 2010 |
|
$ |
37,480 |
|
Year ended December 31, 2011 |
|
$ |
35,285 |
|
43
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
(6) Leases
The Company is party to various operating leases for production facilities, vehicles and sites upon
which advertising structures are built. The leases expire at various dates, and have varying
options to renew and to cancel. The following is a summary of minimum annual rental payments
required under those operating leases that have original or remaining lease terms in excess of one
year as of December 31, 2006:
|
|
|
|
|
2007 |
|
$ |
146,766 |
|
2008 |
|
|
123,905 |
|
2009 |
|
|
110,232 |
|
2010 |
|
|
95,494 |
|
2011 |
|
|
81,931 |
|
Thereafter |
|
|
584,744 |
|
Rental expense related to the Companys operating leases was $192,542, $178,387 and $160,808 for
the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004, respectively.
(7) Accrued Expenses
The following is a summary of accrued expenses at December 31, 2006 and 2005:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
Payroll |
|
$ |
12,692 |
|
|
|
11,888 |
|
Interest |
|
|
35,845 |
|
|
|
25,840 |
|
Insurance benefits |
|
|
9,169 |
|
|
|
9,337 |
|
Other |
|
|
12,234 |
|
|
|
19,086 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
69,940 |
|
|
|
66,151 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(8) Long-term Debt
Long-term debt consists of the following at December 31, 2006 and 2005:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
Bank Credit Agreement |
|
$ |
707,000 |
|
|
$ |
495,000 |
|
2 7/8% Convertible notes |
|
|
287,500 |
|
|
|
287,500 |
|
8% Unsecured subordinated notes |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,333 |
|
7 1/4% Senior subordinated notes |
|
|
388,208 |
|
|
|
388,628 |
|
6 5/8% Senior Subordinated notes |
|
|
400,000 |
|
|
|
400,000 |
|
6 5/8% Senior Subordinated Notes Series B |
|
|
200,922 |
|
|
|
|
|
Other notes with various rates and terms |
|
|
6,838 |
|
|
|
3,865 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,990,468 |
|
|
|
1,576,326 |
|
Less current maturities |
|
|
(8,648 |
) |
|
|
(2,788 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Long-term debt, excluding current maturities |
|
$ |
1,981,820 |
|
|
$ |
1,573,538 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Long-term debt matures as follows:
|
|
|
|
|
2007 |
|
$ |
8,648 |
|
2008 |
|
|
31,359 |
|
2009 |
|
|
46,370 |
|
2010 |
|
|
379,246 |
|
2011 |
|
|
159,996 |
|
Later years |
|
|
1,364,849 |
|
44
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
On December 23, 2002, Lamar Media Corp. completed an offering of $260,000 7 1/4% Senior Subordinated
Notes due 2013. These notes are unsecured senior subordinated obligations and will be subordinated
to all of Lamar Medias existing and future senior debt, rank equally with all of Lamar Medias
existing and future senior subordinated debt and rank senior to any future subordinated debt of
Lamar Media.
On June 12, 2003, Lamar Media Corp. issued $125,000 7 1/4% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2013 as an
add on to the $260,000 issued in December 2002. The issue price of the $125,000 7 1/4% Notes was
103.661% of the principal amount of the notes, which yields an effective rate of 6 5/8%.
On June 16, 2003, the Company issued $287,500 2 7/8% Convertible Notes due 2010. The notes are
convertible at the option of the holder into shares of Lamar Advertising Company Class A common
stock at any time before the close of business on the maturity date, unless previously repurchased,
at a conversion rate of 19.4148 shares per $1,000 principal amount of notes, subject to adjustments
in some circumstances.
On August 16, 2005, Lamar Media Corp., issued $400,000 6 5/8% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2015.
These notes are unsecured senior subordinated obligations and will be subordinated to all of Lamar
Medias existing and future senior debt, rank equally with all of Lamar Medias existing and future
senior subordinated debt and rank senior to all of our existing and any future subordinated debt of
Lamar Media. These notes are redeemable at the Companys option anytime on or after August 15,
2010. The Company may also redeem up to 35% of the aggregate principle amount of the notes using
the proceeds from certain public equity offerings completed before August 15, 2008. The net
proceeds from this issuance were used to reduce borrowings under Lamar Medias bank credit
facility.
On
August 17, 2006, Lamar Media Corp. issued $216,000 6 5/8% Senior
Subordinated Notes due 2015-Series B.
These notes are unsecured senior subordinated obligations and will be subordinated to all of Lamar
Medias existing and future senior debt, rank equally with all of Lamar Medias existing and future
senior subordinated debt and rank senior to all of our existing and any future subordinated debt of
Lamar Media. These notes are redeemable at the Companys option anytime on or after August 15,
2010. The Company may also redeem up to 35% of the aggregate principle amount of the notes using
the proceeds from certain public equity offerings completed before August 15, 2008. The net
proceeds from this issuance were used to reduce borrowings under Lamar Medias bank credit facility
and repurchase the Companys Class A common stock pursuant to its repurchase plan.
The Companys obligations with respect to its publicly issued notes are not guaranteed by the
Companys direct or indirect wholly owned subsidiaries. Certain obligations of the Companys
wholly-owned subsidiary, Lamar Media Corp. are guaranteed by its subsidiaries.
On September 30, 2005, Lamar Media Corp., replaced its bank credit facility. The new bank facility
is comprised of a $400,000 revolving bank credit facility and a $400,000 term facility. The bank
credit facility also includes a $500,000 incremental facility, which permits Lamar Media to request
that its lenders enter into a commitment to make additional term
loans to it, up to a maximum aggregate amount of $500,000. As a result of this refinancing, the Company recorded a loss on
extinguishment of debt of $3,982.
On
February 8, 2006, Lamar Media entered into a Series A
Incremental Term Loan Agreement and obtained
commitments from its lenders for a term loan of $37,000, which was funded on February 27, 2006.
The available uncommitted incremental loan facility was thereby reduced to $463,000.
On October 5, 2006, we entered into a Series B Incremental Term Loan Agreement (the Series B
Incremental Loan Agreement) and borrowed an additional $150,000 under the incremental portion of
our bank credit facility. In conjunction with the Series B Incremental Loan Agreement, we also
entered into an amendment to our bank credit facility to restore the amount of the incremental loan
facility to $500,000 (which under its old terms would have been reduced by the Series B Incremental
Loan and had been reduced by the earlier Series A Incremental Loan described above). The lenders
have no obligation to make additional term loans to Lamar Media under the incremental facility, but
may enter into such commitments in their sole discretion.
On December 21, 2006, Lamar Transit Advertising Canada Ltd. entered into a Series C Incremental
Term Loan Agreement and obtained commitments from its lenders for a term loan of $20,000. The available
uncommitted incremental loan facility was thereby reduced to $480,000.
The
quarterly amortization of the Term facility is as follows:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Term |
December 31, 2007 September 30, 2009 |
|
$ |
7,587.5 |
|
December 31, 2009 September 30, 2011 |
|
|
22,762.5 |
|
December 31, 2011 September 30, 2012 |
|
|
91,050.0 |
|
As of December 31, 2006, there was $100,000 outstanding under
the revolving facility. The revolving facility terminates September 30, 2012
45
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
Revolving credit loans may be requested under the revolving credit facility at any time prior to
maturity. The loans bear interest, at the Companys option, at the LIBOR Rate or JPMorgan Chase
Prime Rate plus applicable margins, such margins being set from time to time based on the Companys
ratio of debt to trailing twelve month EBITDA, as defined in the agreement. The terms of the
indenture relating to Lamar Advertisings outstanding notes, Lamar Medias bank credit facility and
the indenture relating to Lamar Medias outstanding notes restrict, among other things, the ability
of Lamar Advertising and Lamar Media to:
|
|
dispose of assets; |
|
|
|
incur or repay debt; |
|
|
|
create liens; |
|
|
|
make investments; and |
|
|
|
pay dividends. |
Lamar Medias ability to make distributions to Lamar Advertising is also restricted under the terms
of these agreements. Under Lamar Medias credit facility the Company must maintain specified
financial ratios and levels including:
|
|
interest coverage; |
|
|
|
fixed charges ratios; |
|
|
|
senior debt ratios; and |
|
|
|
total debt ratios. |
Lamar Advertising and Lamar Media were in compliance with all of the terms of all of the indentures
and the applicable bank credit agreement during the periods presented.
(9) Asset Retirement Obligation
The Companys asset retirement obligation includes the costs associated with the removal of its
structures, resurfacing of the land and retirement cost, if applicable, related to the Companys
outdoor advertising portfolio. The following table reflects information related to our asset
retirement obligations:
|
|
|
|
|
Balance at December 31, 2003 |
|
$ |
123,217 |
|
Additions to asset retirement obligations |
|
|
3,687 |
|
Accretion expense |
|
|
10,204 |
|
Liabilities settled |
|
|
(4,408 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Balance at December 31, 2004 |
|
$ |
132,700 |
|
Additions to asset retirement obligations |
|
|
1,612 |
|
Accretion expense |
|
|
7,039 |
|
Liabilities settled |
|
|
(5,813 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Balance at December 31, 2005 |
|
$ |
135,538 |
|
Additions to asset retirement obligations |
|
|
1,332 |
|
Accretion expense |
|
|
8,561 |
|
Liabilities settled |
|
|
(3,928 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Balance at December 31, 2006 |
|
$ |
141,503 |
|
|
|
|
|
46
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
(10) Depreciation and Amortization
The Company includes all categories of depreciation and amortization on a separate line in its
Statement of Operations. The amount of depreciation and amortization expense excluded from the
following operating expenses in its Statement of Operations are:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended December 31, |
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
|
2004 |
|
Direct expenses |
|
$ |
286,041 |
|
|
|
276,977 |
|
|
|
279,735 |
|
General and administrative expenses |
|
|
6,902 |
|
|
|
6,870 |
|
|
|
8,403 |
|
Corporate expenses |
|
|
8,742 |
|
|
|
6,242 |
|
|
|
5,918 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
301,685 |
|
|
|
290,089 |
|
|
|
294,056 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(11) Income Taxes
Income tax expense (benefit) for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004, consists of:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Current |
|
|
Deferred |
|
|
Total |
|
Year ended December 31, 2006: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
U.S. federal |
|
$ |
22,492 |
|
|
|
6,973 |
|
|
|
29,465 |
|
State and local |
|
|
4,637 |
|
|
|
(664 |
) |
|
|
3,973 |
|
Foreign |
|
|
734 |
|
|
|
55 |
|
|
|
789 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
27,863 |
|
|
|
6,364 |
|
|
|
34,227 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended December 31, 2005: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
U.S. federal |
|
$ |
2,500 |
|
|
|
22,504 |
|
|
|
25,004 |
|
State and local |
|
|
2,530 |
|
|
|
1,221 |
|
|
|
3,751 |
|
Foreign |
|
|
3,017 |
|
|
|
127 |
|
|
|
3,144 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
8,047 |
|
|
|
23,852 |
|
|
|
31,899 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended December 31, 2004: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
U.S. federal |
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
5,621 |
|
|
|
5,621 |
|
State and local |
|
|
3,557 |
|
|
|
1,339 |
|
|
|
4,896 |
|
Foreign |
|
|
|
|
|
|
788 |
|
|
|
788 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
3,557 |
|
|
|
7,748 |
|
|
|
11,305 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Income tax expense (benefit) attributable to continuing operations for the years ended December 31,
2006, 2005 and 2004, differs from the amounts computed by applying the U.S. federal income tax rate
of 35 percent for 2006 and 2005 and 34 percent for 2004, to income before income taxes as follows:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
|
2004 |
|
Computed expected tax expense |
|
$ |
27,344 |
|
|
|
25,787 |
|
|
|
8,316 |
|
Increase (reduction) in income taxes resulting from: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Book expenses not deductible for tax purposes |
|
|
4,078 |
|
|
|
4,012 |
|
|
|
825 |
|
Amortization of non-deductible goodwill |
|
|
27 |
|
|
|
26 |
|
|
|
2 |
|
State and local income taxes, net of federal
income tax benefit |
|
|
2,583 |
|
|
|
2,438 |
|
|
|
3,231 |
|
Other differences, net |
|
|
195 |
|
|
|
(364 |
) |
|
|
(1,069 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
34,227 |
|
|
|
31,899 |
|
|
|
11,305 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
47
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
The tax effects of temporary differences that give rise to significant portions of the deferred tax
assets and deferred tax liabilities at December 31, 2006 and 2005 are presented below:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
Current deferred tax assets: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Receivables, principally due to allowance for doubtful accounts |
|
$ |
4,761 |
|
|
|
2,316 |
|
Accrued liabilities not deducted for tax purposes |
|
|
1,508 |
|
|
|
1,609 |
|
Net operating loss carryforward |
|
|
10,210 |
|
|
|
|
|
Tax credits |
|
|
17,369 |
|
|
|
|
|
Other |
|
|
376 |
|
|
|
3,203 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net current deferred tax asset |
|
|
$34,224 |
|
|
|
7,128 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Non-current deferred tax liabilities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Plant and equipment, principally due to differences in depreciation |
|
$ |
(6,849 |
) |
|
|
(10,893 |
) |
Intangibles, due to differences in amortizable lives |
|
|
(243,145 |
) |
|
|
(244,712 |
) |
Undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries |
|
|
(159 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Investments in partnerships |
|
|
(394 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(250,547 |
) |
|
|
(255,605 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Non-current deferred tax assets: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Plant and equipment, due to basis differences on acquisitions and costs
capitalized for tax purposes |
|
|
29,812 |
|
|
|
34,080 |
|
Investment in affiliates and plant and equipment, due to gains recognized
for tax purposes and deferred for financial reporting purposes |
|
|
2,302 |
|
|
|
931 |
|
Accrued liabilities not deducted for tax purposes |
|
|
13,754 |
|
|
|
3,232 |
|
Net operating loss carryforward |
|
|
15,138 |
|
|
|
69,955 |
|
Asset retirement obligation |
|
|
40,799 |
|
|
|
35,289 |
|
Tax credits |
|
|
8,688 |
|
|
|
3,319 |
|
Other, net |
|
|
35 |
|
|
|
1,103 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Non-current deferred tax assets |
|
|
110,528 |
|
|
|
147,909 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net non-current deferred tax liability |
|
$ |
(140,019 |
) |
|
|
(107,696 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
As of December 31, 2006, the Company had deferred tax assets for U.S. federal net operating losses
of $46,295, and state net operating losses of $182,536, which expire through 2024. In assessing the
realizability of deferred tax assets, management considers whether it is more likely than not that
some portion or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. The ultimate realization of
deferred tax assets is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income during the periods in
which those temporary differences become deductible.
Management considers the scheduled reversal of deferred tax liabilities, projected future taxable
income, and tax planning strategies in making this assessment. Based upon the level of historical
taxable income and projections for future taxable income over the periods in which the deferred tax
assets are deductible, management believes it is more likely than not the Company will realize the
benefits of these deductible differences. The amount of the deferred tax assets considered
realizable, however, could be reduced in the near term if estimates of future taxable income during
the carryforward period are reduced.
(12) Related Party Transactions
Affiliates, as used within these statements, are persons or entities that are affiliated with Lamar
Advertising Company or its subsidiaries through common ownership and directorate control.
In October 1995 and in March 1996, the Company repurchased 3.6% and 12.9%, respectively, of its
then outstanding Class A common stock (1,220,500 and 3,617,884 shares, respectively) from certain
of its existing stockholders, directors and employees for an aggregate purchase price of
approximately $4,000. The term of the March 1996 repurchase entitled the selling stockholders to
receive additional consideration from the Company in the event that the Company consummated a
public offering of its Class A common stock at a higher price within 24 months of the repurchase.
In satisfaction of that obligation, upon completion of the
Companys initial public offering, the Company paid the selling stockholders an aggregate of $5,000
in cash from the proceeds and issued them $20,000 aggregate principal amount of ten year
subordinated notes. As of December 31, 2006 and 2005, the outstanding balance of the ten year
subordinated notes was $0, and $1,333, respectively. The Companys current executive officers did
not hold any of the ten year subordinated notes described above. Interest expense during the years
ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004, related to the ten year subordinated notes was $40, $193 and $354, respectively.
48
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
Prior to 1996, the Company entered into various related party transactions for the purchase and
sale of advertising structures whereby any resulting gains were deferred at that date. As of
December 31, 2006 and 2005, the deferred gains related to these transactions were $1,001 and are
included in deferred income on the balance sheets. No gains related to these transactions have been
realized in the Statement of Operations for the years ended
December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004.
In addition, the Company had receivables from employees of $240 and $49 at December 31, 2006 and
2005, respectively. These receivables are primarily relocation loans for employees. The Company
does not have any receivables from its current executive officers.
Effective July 1, 1996, the Lamar Texas Limited Partnership, one of the Companys subsidiaries, and
Reilly Consulting Company, L.L.C., which Kevin P. Reilly, Sr. controls, entered into a consulting
agreement which was amended January 1, 2004. This consulting agreement as amended, has a term
through December 31, 2008 with automatic renewals for successive one year periods after that date
unless either party provides written termination to the other. The amended agreement provides for
an annual consulting fee of $190 for the five year period commencing on January 1, 2004 and an
annual consulting fee of $150 for any subsequent one year renewal term. The agreement also contains
a non-disclosure provision and a non-competition restriction which extends for two years beyond the
termination agreement.
The Company also has a lease arrangement with Deanna Enterprises, LLC (formerly Reilly Enterprises,
LLC), which Kevin P. Reilly Sr. controls, for the use of an airplane. The Company paid a monthly
fee plus expenses which entitled the Company to 6.67 hours of flight time, with any unused portion
carried over into the next month. This agreement was amended in October 2004, whereby the Company
would pay $100 per year for 125 guaranteed flight hours. Total fees paid under these arrangements
for fiscal 2006, 2005 and 2004 were approximately $106, $104 and $70, respectively.
(13) Stockholders Equity
On July 16, 1999, the Board of Directors designated 5,720 shares of the 1,000,000 shares of
previously undesignated preferred stock, par value $.001, as Series AA preferred stock. The Class A
preferred stock, par value $638, was exchanged for the new Series AA preferred stock and no shares
of Class A preferred stock are currently outstanding. The new Series AA preferred stock and the
Class A preferred stock rank senior to the Class A common stock and Class B common stock with
respect to dividends and upon liquidation. Holders of Series AA preferred stock and Class A
preferred stock are entitled to receive, on a pari passu basis, dividends at the rate of $15.95 per
share per quarter when, as and if declared by the Board of Directors. The Series AA preferred stock
and the Class A preferred stock are also entitled to receive, on a pari pasu basis, $638 plus a
further amount equal to any dividend accrued and unpaid to the date of distribution before any
payments are made or assets distributed to the Class A common stock or Class B stock upon voluntary
or involuntary liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Company. The liquidation value of the
outstanding Series AA preferred stock at December 31, 2006 was $3,649. The Series AA preferred
stock and the Class A preferred stock are identical, except that the Series AA preferred stock is
entitled to one vote per share and the Class A preferred stock is not entitled to vote.
All of the outstanding shares of common stock are fully paid and nonassessable. In the event of the
liquidation or dissolution of the Company, following any required distribution to the holders of
outstanding shares of preferred stock, the holders of common stock are entitled to share pro rata
in any balance of the corporate assets available for distribution to them. The Company may pay
dividends if, when and as declared by the Board of Directors from funds legally available
therefore, subject to the restrictions set forth in the Companys existing indentures and the bank
credit facility. Subject to the preferential rights of the holders of any class of preferred stock,
holders of shares of common stock are entitled to receive such dividends as may be declared by the
Companys Board of Directors out of funds legally available for such purpose. No dividend may be
declared or paid in cash or property on any share of either class of common stock unless
simultaneously the same dividend is declared or paid on each share of the other class of common
stock, provided that, in the event of stock dividends, holders of a specific class of common stock
shall be entitled to receive only additional shares of such class.
49
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
The rights of the Class A and Class B common stock are equal in all respects, except holders of
Class B common stock have ten votes per share on all matters in which the holders of common stock
are entitled to vote and holders of Class A common stock have one vote per share on such matters.
The Class B common stock will convert automatically into Class A common stock upon the sale or
transfer to persons other than permitted transferees (as defined in the Companys certificate of
incorporation, as amended).
In November 2005, the Company announced that its Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up
to $250,000 of the Companys Class A common stock. The Company completed this repurchase plan in
July 2006, repurchasing a total of 4,851,947 shares of its Class A Common Stock. In August 2006,
Lamar announced a second repurchase plan program of up to $250,000 of the Companys Class A common
stock to be repurchased from time to time over a period not to exceed 18 months. As of December
31, 2006, the Company has purchased approximately 2,608,803 shares for an aggregate purchase price
of $149,326.
In
addition to the $100,674 of repurchase capacity that currently remains under the 2006 plan, the
Companys board of directors announced on February 22, 2007 approval of a new stock repurchase
program of up to $500,000 of the Companys Class A common stock over a period not to exceed 24
months. The share repurchases may be made on the open market or in privately negotiated
transactions. The timing and amount of any shares repurchased will be determined by Lamars
management based on its evaluation of market conditions and other factors. The repurchase program
may be suspended or discontinued at any time. Any repurchased shares will be available for future
use for general corporate and other purposes.
(14) Stock Compensation Plans
Equity Incentive Plan. Lamars 1996 Equity Incentive Plan has reserved 10 million shares of common
stock for issuance to directors and employees, including options granted and common stock reserved
for issuance under its performance-based incentive program. Options granted under the plan expire
ten years from the grant date with vesting terms ranging from three to five years which primarily
includes 1) options that vest in one-fifth increments beginning on the grant date and continuing
on each of the first four anniversaries of the grant date and 2) options that cliff-vest on the
fifth anniversary of the grant date. All grants are made at fair market value based on the closing
price of our Class A common stock as reported on the NASDAQ Global Select Market.
We use a Black-Scholes-Merton option pricing model to estimate the fair value of share-based awards
under SFAS 123(R), which is the same valuation technique we previously used for pro forma
disclosures under SFAS 123. The Black-Scholes-Merton option pricing model incorporates various
highly subjective assumptions, including expected term and expected volatility. We have reviewed
our historical pattern of option exercises and have determined that meaningful differences in
option exercise activity existed among vesting schedules. Therefore, for all stock options granted
after January 1, 2006, we have categorized these awards into two groups of vesting 1) 5-year cliff
vest and 2) 4-year graded vest, for valuation purposes. We have determined there were no meaningful
differences in employee activity under our ESPP due to the nature of the plan.
We estimate the expected term of options granted using an implied life derived from the results of
a hypothetical mid-point settlement scenario, which incorporates our historical exercise,
expiration and post-vesting employment termination patterns, while accommodating for partial life
cycle effects. We believe these estimates will approximate future behavior.
We estimate the expected volatility of our Class A common stock at the grant date using a blend of
75% historical volatility of our Class A common stock and 25% implied volatility of publicly traded
options with maturities greater than six months on our Class A common stock as of the option grant
date. Our decision to use a blend of historical and implied volatility was based upon the volume of
actively traded options on our common stock and our belief that historical volatility alone may not
be completely representative of future stock price trends.
Our risk-free interest rate assumption is determined using the Federal Reserve nominal rates for
U.S. Treasury zero-coupon bonds with maturities similar to those of the expected term of the award
being valued. As of December 31, 2006, we have never paid any cash dividends on our Class A common
stock. Therefore, we assumed an expected dividend yield of zero.
50
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
Additionally, SFAS 123(R) requires us to estimate option forfeitures at the time of grant and
periodically revise those estimates in subsequent periods if actual forfeitures differ from those
estimates. We record stock-based compensation expense only for those awards expected to vest using
an estimated forfeiture rate based on our historical forfeiture data. Previously, we accounted for
forfeitures as they occurred under the pro forma disclosure provisions of SFAS 123 for periods
prior to 2006.
The fair value of each option grant is estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes
option-pricing model with the following weighted-average assumptions used:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Grant Year |
|
Dividend Yield |
|
Expected Volatility |
|
Risk Free Interest Rate |
|
Expected Lives |
2006 |
|
|
0 |
% |
|
|
30 |
% |
|
|
5 |
% |
|
|
7 |
|
2005 |
|
|
0 |
% |
|
|
43 |
% |
|
|
4 |
% |
|
|
7 |
|
2004 |
|
|
0 |
% |
|
|
46 |
% |
|
|
4 |
% |
|
|
6 |
|
Information regarding the 1996 Plan for the year ended December 31, 2006 is as follows:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted |
|
|
Weighted |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Average |
|
|
Average |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Exercise |
|
|
Contractual |
|
|
|
Shares |
|
|
Price |
|
|
Life |
|
Outstanding, beginning of year |
|
|
3,937,782 |
|
|
$ |
34.72 |
|
|
|
|
|
Granted |
|
|
90,500 |
|
|
|
51.45 |
|
|
|
|
|
Exercised |
|
|
(1,033,596 |
) |
|
|
31.71 |
|
|
|
|
|
Canceled |
|
|
(30,000 |
) |
|
|
41.58 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Outstanding, end of year |
|
|
2,964,686 |
|
|
$ |
36.21 |
|
|
|
5.25 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Exercisable at end of year |
|
|
1,995,386 |
|
|
$ |
34.93 |
|
|
|
4.31 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
No stock appreciation rights or shares of restricted stock have been granted under the 1996 Plan.
At December 31, 2006 there was $10,127 of unrecognized compensation cost related to stock options
granted which is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 1.9 years.
Shares available for future stock option and restricted
share grants to employees and directors
under existing plans were 2,199,384 at December 31, 2006. The aggregate intrinsic value of
options outstanding as of December 31, 2006 was $86,523, and the aggregate intrinsic value of
options exercisable was $60,788. Total intrinsic value of options exercised was $23,411 for the
year ended December 31, 2006.
51
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
The following table summarizes our nonvested stock option activity for year ended December 31,
2006:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted Average |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Grant Date |
|
|
|
Shares |
|
|
Fair Value |
|
Nonvested stock options at the beginning of the period |
|
|
1,289,966 |
|
|
$ |
17.59 |
|
Granted |
|
|
90,500 |
|
|
|
22.61 |
|
Vested |
|
|
(381,166 |
) |
|
|
19.84 |
|
Canceled |
|
|
(30,000 |
) |
|
|
23.71 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Nonvested stock options at the end of the period |
|
|
969,300 |
|
|
$ |
18.48 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Stock Purchase Plan. On May 25, 2000, the stockholders approved the 2000 Employee Stock
Purchase Plan whereby 500,000 shares of the Companys Class A common stock have been reserved for
issuance under the Plan. Under this plan, eligible employees may purchase stock at 85% of the fair
market value of a share on the offering commencement date or the respective purchase date whichever
is lower. Purchases are limited to ten percent of an employees total compensation. The initial
offering under the Plan commenced on April 1, 2000 with a single purchase date on June 30, 2000.
Subsequent offerings shall commence each year on July 1 with a termination date of December 31 and
purchase dates on September 30 and December 31; and on January 1 with a termination date on June 30
and purchase dates on March 31 and June 30. In accordance with the Plan, the number of shares
available for issuance under the plan is increased at the beginning of each fiscal year by the
lesser of $500,000 shares or one tenth of 1% of the total of shares outstanding or a lessor amount
determined by the board of directors.
Lamars 2000 Employee Stock Purchase Plan has reserved 924,000 shares of common stock for issuance
to employees. The following is a summary of ESPP share activity for the twelve months ended
December 31, 2006:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shares |
|
Available for future purchases, January 1, 2006 |
|
|
548,560 |
|
Purchases |
|
|
(78,889 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Available for future purchases, December 31, 2006 |
|
|
469,671 |
|
|
|
|
|
Performance-based compensation. Unrestricted shares of our Class A common stock may be awarded to
key officers and employees under our 1996 plan based on certain Company performance measures for
fiscal 2006. The number of shares to be issued; if any, will be dependent on the level of
achievement of these performance measures as determined by the Companys Compensation Committee
based on our 2006 results and will be issued in the first quarter of
2007. The shares subject to these awards can range from a minimum of 0% to a
maximum of 100% of the target number of shares depending on the level at which the goals are
attained. The Company has not awarded any performance shares in the
twelve months ended December 31, 2006. Based on the Companys performance measures achieved through December 31, 2006, the
Company has accrued $10,345 as compensation expense related to these agreements.
(15) Adoption of Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 108
As
discussed under New Accounting Pronouncements in Note 22, in September 2006, the SEC released
SAB 108. The transition provisions of SAB 108 permit the Company to adjust for the cumulative
effect on retained earnings of immaterial errors relating to prior years. SAB 108 also requires the
adjustment of any prior quarterly financial statements within the fiscal year of adoption for the
effects of such errors on the quarters when the information is next presented. Such adjustments do
not require previously filed reports with the SEC to be amended. In accordance with SAB 108, the
Company has adjusted beginning accumulated deficit for 2006 in the accompanying consolidated
financial statements for the items described below. The Company considers these adjustments to be
immaterial to prior periods.
Review of Logo Sign Depreciation Policies
The Company adjusted its beginning accumulated deficit for fiscal 2006 related to a correction in
the historical depreciation of logo signs related to its state contracts. The Company had
historically depreciated its logo signs over a 15 year life. In a majority of cases the 15 year
life was consistent with the contract term, including renewals, if applicable. As a result of a
Company review, it was determined that some of the state sign contracts had contractual life of
less than 15 years, including renewals, if any. The Company recorded an adjustment to beginning
accumulated deficit of $4,813, net of tax for this matter. The adjustment to depreciation should
have been recorded over the period from 1996 through 2005.
52
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
Management does not believe that the net effects of this adjustment were material, either
quantitatively or qualitatively, in any of the years covered by the review.
The impact of the item noted above, net of tax, on 2006 beginning balances are presented
below:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Logos |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Depreciation |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Practices |
|
|
Total |
|
Accumulated depreciation and amortization |
|
$ |
7,839 |
|
|
$ |
7,839 |
|
Deferred income tax liabilities |
|
|
(3,026 |
) |
|
|
(3,026 |
) |
Accumulated deficit |
|
|
(4,813 |
) |
|
|
(4,813 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(16) Benefit Plans
The Company sponsors a partially self-insured group health insurance program. The Company is
obligated to pay all claims under the program, which are in excess of premiums, up to program
limits. The Company is also self-insured with respect to its income disability benefits and against
casualty losses on advertising structures. Amounts for expected losses, including a provision for
losses incurred but not reported, is included in accrued expenses in the accompanying consolidated
financial statements. As of December 31, 2006, the Company
maintained $8,823 in letters of credit
with a bank to meet requirements of the Companys workers compensation and general liability
insurance carrier.
Savings and Profit Sharing Plan
The Company sponsors The Lamar Corporation Savings and Profit Sharing Plan covering eligible
employees who have completed one year of service and are at least 21 years of age. The Company
matches 50% of employees contributions up to 5% of eligible compensation. Employees can contribute
up to 100% of compensation. Full vesting on the Companys matched contributions occurs after three
years for contributions made after January 1, 2002. Annually, at the Companys discretion, an
additional profit sharing contribution may be made on behalf of each eligible employee. The
Companys matched contributions for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004 were $2,752,
$2,537 and $2,254 respectively.
53
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
Deferred Compensation Plan
The Company sponsors a Deferred Compensation Plan for the benefit of certain of its board-elected
officers who meet specific age and years of service and other criteria. Officers have attained the
age of 30 and have a minimum of 10 years of Lamar service and satisfying additional eligibility
guidelines are eligible for annual contributions to the Plan generally ranging from $3 to $8,
depending on the employees length of service. The Companys contributions to the Plan are
maintained in a rabbi trust and, accordingly, the assets and liabilities of the Plan are reflected
in the balance sheet of the Company in other assets and other liabilities. Upon termination, death
or disability, participating employees are eligible to receive an amount equal to the fair market
value of the assets in the employees deferred compensation account. The Company has contributed
$802, $754 and $727 to the Plan during the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004,
respectively.
On December 8, 2005, the Companys Board of Directors approved an amendment to the Lamar Deferred
Compensation Plan in order to (1) to comply with the requirements of Section 409A of the Internal
Revenue Code applicable to deferred compensation (Section 409A) and (2) to reflect changes in the
administration of the Plan. The Companys Board of Directors also approved the adoption of a
grantor trust (the Trust) pursuant to which amounts may be set aside, but remain subject to
claims of the Companys creditors, for payments of liabilities under the New Plan, including
amounts contributed under the Old Plan.
(17) Commitment and Contingencies
In August 2002, a jury verdict was rendered in a lawsuit filed against the Company in the amount of
$32 in compensatory damages and $2,245 in punitive damages. As a result of the verdict, the Company
recorded a $2,277 charge in its operating expenses during the quarter ended September 30, 2002. In
May 2003, the Court ordered a reduction to the punitive damage award, which was subject to the
plaintiffs consent. The plaintiff rejected the reduced award and the Court ordered a new trial.
Based on legal analysis, management believes the best estimate of the Companys potential liability
related to this claim is currently $376. It is anticipated that a new trial with respect to
punitive damages will take place in December 2007.
The Company is involved in various other claims and legal actions arising in the ordinary course of
business. In the opinion of management , the ultimate disposition of the these matters will not
have a material adverse effect on the Companys consolidated financial position, results of
operations, or liquidity.
(18) Summarized Financial Information of Subsidiaries
Separate financial statements of each of the Companys direct or indirect wholly owned subsidiaries
that have guaranteed Lamar Medias obligations with respect to its publicly issued notes
(collectively, the Guarantors) are not included herein because neither the Company nor Lamar Media
has any independent assets or operations, the guarantees are full and unconditional and joint and
several and the only subsidiaries that are not guarantors are considered to be minor. Lamar Medias
ability to make distributions to Lamar Advertising is restricted under the terms of its bank credit
facility and the indenture relating to Lamar Medias outstanding notes. As of December 31, 2006 and
2005, the net assets restricted as to transfers from Lamar Media Corp. to Lamar Advertising Company
in the form of cash dividends, loans or advances were $407,894 and $675,264, respectively.
(19) Disclosures About Fair Value of Financial Instruments
The following table presents the carrying amounts and estimated fair values of the Companys
financial instruments at December 31, 2006 and 2005. The fair value of the financial instrument is
defined as the amount at which the instrument could be exchanged in a current transaction between
willing parties.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
2005 |
|
|
Carrying |
|
Estimated |
|
Carrying |
|
Estimated |
|
|
Amount |
|
Fair Value |
|
Amount |
|
Fair Value |
Long-term debt |
|
$ |
1,981,820 |
|
|
$ |
2,079,602 |
|
|
$ |
1,573,538 |
|
|
$ |
1,606,726 |
|
54
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
The estimated fair value amounts have been determined by the Company using available market
information and appropriate valuation methodologies as follows:
|
|
The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalents, prepaids,
receivables, trade accounts payable, accrued expenses and deferred
income approximate fair value because of the short term nature of
these items. |
|
|
|
The fair value of long-term debt is based upon market quotes obtained
from dealers where available and by discounting future cash flows at
rates currently available to the Company for similar instruments when
quoted market rates are not available. |
Fair value estimates are subject to inherent limitations. Estimates of fair values are made at a
specific point in time, based on relevant market information and information about the financial
instrument. The estimated fair values of financial instruments presented above are not necessarily
indicative of amounts the Company might realize in actual market transactions. Estimates of fair
value are subjective in nature and involve uncertainties and matters of significant judgment and
therefore cannot be determined with precision. Changes in assumptions could significantly affect
the estimates.
(20) Subsequent Event
The Companys board of directors declared a special dividend of $3.25 per share of Common
Stock. The dividend will be paid on March 30, 2007 to stockholders of record on March 22, 2007.
As of February 20, 2007, Lamar had approximately 84 million shares of Class A Common Stock and 16 million shares of Class B
Common Stock outstanding. The Class B Common Stock is convertible into Class A Common Stock on a one-for-one-basis at the option
of its holder.
Pursuant to the terms of the Companys 27/8% Convertible Notes due 2010 (the notes), the conversion
rate of the notes currently in effect will be increased effective immediately prior to the opening
of business on March 23, 2007 based on the full amount of the special dividend as specified under
the indenture governing the notes.
(21) Quarterly Financial Data (Unaudited)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year 2006 Quarters |
|
|
March 31 |
|
June 30 |
|
September 30 |
|
December 31 |
Net revenues |
|
$ |
253,333 |
|
|
$ |
287,577 |
|
|
$ |
292,038 |
|
|
$ |
287,143 |
|
Net revenues less direct advertising expenses |
|
|
158,124 |
|
|
|
191,162 |
|
|
|
193,488 |
|
|
|
186,756 |
|
Net income applicable to common stock |
|
|
1,449 |
|
|
|
18,281 |
|
|
|
16,748 |
|
|
|
7,056 |
|
Net income per common share basic |
|
|
0.01 |
|
|
|
0.18 |
|
|
|
0.16 |
|
|
|
0.07 |
|
Net income per common share diluted |
|
|
0.01 |
|
|
|
0.18 |
|
|
|
0.16 |
|
|
|
0.07 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year 2005 Quarters |
|
|
March 31 |
|
June 30 |
|
September 30 |
|
December 31 |
Net revenues |
|
$ |
232,829 |
|
|
$ |
264,743 |
|
|
$ |
265,594 |
|
|
$ |
258,490 |
|
Net revenues less direct advertising expenses |
|
|
148,353 |
|
|
|
177,999 |
|
|
|
175,669 |
|
|
|
166,496 |
|
Net income applicable to common stock |
|
|
4,944 |
|
|
|
18,653 |
|
|
|
11,990 |
|
|
|
5,827 |
|
Net income per common share basic |
|
|
0.05 |
|
|
|
0.18 |
|
|
|
0.11 |
|
|
|
0.06 |
|
Net income per common share diluted |
|
|
0.05 |
|
|
|
0.18 |
|
|
|
0.11 |
|
|
|
0.05 |
|
(22) New Accounting Pronouncements
In September 2006, the FASB issued Statement of Accounting Standards No. 157, Fair Value
Measurements (Statement 157). Statement 157 defines fair value, establishes a framework for
measuring fair value in generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and expands disclosures
about fair value measurements. Statement 157 applies under other accounting pronouncements
that require or permit fair value measurements, the Board having previously concluded in those
accounting pronouncements that fair value is the relevant measurement attribute. Accordingly,
Statement 157 does not require any new fair value measurements. However, for some entities, the
application of Statement 157 will change current practice. Statement 157 is effective for
financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007, and interim periods
within these fiscal years. We are assessing the impact of Statement 157 which is not expected to
have a material impact on our financial position, results or operations or cash flows.
55
In September 2006, the SEC issued Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 108 (SAB), Considering the
Effects of Prior Year Misstatements when Quantifying Misstatements in Current Year Financial
Statements, which addresses how uncorrected errors in previous years should be considered when
quantifying errors in current-year financial statements. The SAB requires registrants to consider
the effect of all carry over and reversing effects of prior-year misstatements when qualifying
errors in current-year financial statements. The SAB does not change the SEC staffs previous
guidance on evaluating the materiality of errors. The SAB allows registrants to record the effects of adopting the guidance as a cumulative effect
adjustment to retained earnings. This adjustment must be reported as of the beginning of the first
fiscal year ending after November 15, 2006. We will follow the
guidance prescribed in SAB No. 108, the effect of
which is discussed in Note 15 to the financial statements.
In June 2006, the FASB issued FASB Interpretation No. 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income
Taxesan interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109 (FIN 48), which clarifies the accounting for
uncertainty in income taxes recognized in an enterprises financial statements in accordance with
SFAS No. 109, Accounting for Income Taxes (SFAS No. 109). This Statement is effective for fiscal
years beginning after December 15, 2006, and thus will be adopted during the first quarter of 2007.
FIN 48 provides a two-step approach to recognize and measure tax benefits when the benefits
realization is uncertain. The first step is to determine whether the benefit is to be recognized;
the second step is to determine the amount to be recognized. Income tax benefits should be
recognized when, based on the technical merits of a tax position, the entity believes that if a
dispute arose with the taxing authority and were taken to a court of last resort, it is more likely
than not (i.e. a probability of greater than 50 percent) that the tax position would be sustained
as filed. If a position is determined to be more likely than not of being sustained, the reporting
enterprise should recognize the largest amount of tax benefit that is greater than 50 percent
likely of being realized upon ultimate settlement with the taxing authority. The cumulative effect
of applying the provisions of FIN 48 upon adoption will be reported as an adjustment to beginning
retained earnings. We have assessed the effect of the adoption of FIN 48 and have concluded that
the effect of the adoption did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial
statements.
56
SCHEDULE 2
Lamar Advertising Company
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
Years Ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004
(in thousands)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance at |
|
Charged to |
|
|
|
|
|
Balance at |
|
|
Beginning |
|
Costs and |
|
|
|
|
|
End of |
|
|
of Period |
|
Expenses |
|
Deductions |
|
Period |
Year ended December 31, 2006 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Deducted in balance
sheet from trade
accounts receivable: Allowance for
doubtful accounts |
|
$ |
6,000 |
|
|
|
6,287 |
|
|
|
5,887 |
|
|
|
6,400 |
|
Deducted in balance
sheet from
intangible assets: Amortization of
intangible assets |
|
$ |
1,051,230 |
|
|
|
122,063 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,173,293 |
|
Year ended December 31, 2005 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Deducted in balance
sheet from trade
accounts
receivable: Allowance for
doubtful accounts |
|
$ |
5,000 |
|
|
|
7,674 |
|
|
|
6,674 |
|
|
|
6,000 |
|
Deducted in balance
sheet from
intangible assets: Amortization of
intangible assets |
|
$ |
923,944 |
|
|
|
136,383 |
|
|
|
9,097 |
|
|
|
1,051,230 |
|
Year ended December 31, 2004 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Deducted in balance
sheet from trade
accounts
receivable: Allowance for
doubtful accounts |
|
$ |
4,914 |
|
|
|
7,772 |
|
|
|
7,686 |
|
|
|
5,000 |
|
Deducted in balance
sheet from
intangible assets: Amortization of
intangible assets |
|
$ |
800,062 |
|
|
|
123,882 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
923,944 |
|
57
LAMAR MEDIA CORP.
AND SUBSIDIARIES
|
|
|
|
|
Managements Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting |
|
|
59 |
|
Report of
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Internal Control over Financial Reporting |
|
|
60 |
|
Report of
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Consolidated Financial Statements |
|
|
61 |
|
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2006 and 2005 |
|
|
62 |
|
Consolidated Statements of Operations for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004 |
|
|
63 |
|
Consolidated
Statements of Stockholders Equity and Comprehensive Income for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004 |
|
|
64 |
|
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004 |
|
|
65 |
|
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements |
|
|
66-69 |
|
Schedule 2 Valuation and Qualifying Accounts for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004 |
|
|
70 |
|
58
Managements Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
The management of Lamar Media Corp. is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate
internal control over financial reporting, as such term is defined in Rule 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)
under the Exchange Act.
Lamar Medias management assessed the effectiveness of Lamar Medias internal control over
financial reporting as of December 31, 2006. In making this assessment, management used the
criteria set forth by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO)
in Internal-Control Integrated Framework. Based on this assessment, Lamar Medias management has
concluded that, as of December 31, 2006, Lamar Medias internal control over financial reporting is
effective based on those criteria.
KPMG LLP, the independent registered public accounting firm that audited Lamar Medias financial
statements included in this annual report, has issued an attestation report on managements
assessment of Lamar Medias internal control over financial reporting. This report appears on page
60 of this combined Annual Report.
59
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
The Board of Directors and Stockholders
Lamar Media Corp.:
We have audited managements assessment, included in the accompanying Managements Report on
Internal Control over Financial Reporting, that Lamar Media Corp. (the Company) maintained
effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2006, based on criteria
established in Internal ControlIntegrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring
Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). Lamar Media Corp.s management is responsible for
maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the
effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting. Our responsibility is to express an
opinion on managements assessment and an opinion on the effectiveness of the Companys internal
control over financial reporting based on our audit.
We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was
maintained in all material respects. Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal
control over financial reporting, evaluating managements assessment, testing and evaluating the
design and operating effectiveness of internal control, and performing such other procedures as we
considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis
for our opinion.
A companys 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
companys 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 companys 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.
In our opinion, managements assessment that Lamar Media Corp. maintained effective internal
control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2006, is fairly stated, in all material
respects, based on criteria established in Internal ControlIntegrated Framework issued by the
Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). Also, in our opinion,
Lamar Media Corp. maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial
reporting as of December 31, 2006, based on criteria established in Internal ControlIntegrated
Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO).
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States), the consolidated balance sheets of Lamar Advertising Company and
subsidiaries as of December 31, 2006 and 2005, and the related consolidated statements of
operations, stockholders equity and comprehensive income and cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period
ended December 31, 2006 and the financial statement schedule as listed in the accompanying index,
and our report dated February 28, 2007 expressed an unqualified opinion on those consolidated
financial statements and schedule.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
New Orleans, Louisiana
February 28, 2007 |
|
|
60
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
The Board of Directors and Stockholders
Lamar Media Corp.:
We have audited the consolidated financial statements of Lamar Media Corp. and subsidiaries as
listed in the accompanying index (the Company). In connection with our audits of the consolidated
financial statements, we also have audited the financial statement schedule as listed in the
accompanying index. These consolidated financial statements and financial statement schedule are
the responsibility of the Companys management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on
these consolidated financial statements and financial statement schedule based on our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An
audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the
financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and
significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement
presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all
material respects, the financial position of Lamar Media Corp. and subsidiaries as of December 31,
2006 and 2005, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for each of the years in
the three-year period ended December 31, 2006, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted
accounting principles. Also in our opinion, the related financial statement schedule, when
considered in relation to the basic consolidated financial statements taken as whole, presents
fairly, in all material respects, the information set forth therein.
As
discussed in notes 1(j) and 14 to the consolidated financial statements
of Lamar Advertising Company, effective January 1,
2006, the Company adopted Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 123 (revised),
Share-Based Payment. As discussed in note 15 to the consolidated
financial statements of Lamar Advertising Company, the Company
changed its method of quantifying errors in 2006.
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States), the effectiveness of Lamar Media Corp.s internal control over financial
reporting as of December 31, 2006, based on criteria established in Internal ControlIntegrated
Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO),
and our report dated February 28, 2007 expressed an unqualified opinion on managements assessment
of, and the effective operation of, internal control over financial reporting.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
New Orleans, Louisiana |
|
|
February 28, 2007 |
|
|
61
LAMAR MEDIA CORP.
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Balance Sheets
December 31, 2006 and 2005
(In thousands, except share and per share data)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
ASSETS |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Current assets: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash and cash equivalents |
|
$ |
11,796 |
|
|
$ |
19,419 |
|
Receivables, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $6,400 and $6,000 in
2006 and 2005 |
|
|
127,552 |
|
|
|
114,733 |
|
Prepaid expenses |
|
|
38,215 |
|
|
|
35,763 |
|
Deferred income tax assets (note 6) |
|
|
26,884 |
|
|
|
7,128 |
|
Other current assets |
|
|
18,095 |
|
|
|
14,344 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total current assets |
|
|
222,542 |
|
|
|
191,387 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Property, plant and equipment |
|
|
2,432,977 |
|
|
|
2,191,443 |
|
Less accumulated depreciation and amortization |
|
|
(1,027,029 |
) |
|
|
(902,138 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net property, plant and equipment |
|
|
1,405,948 |
|
|
|
1,289,305 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Goodwill (note 3) |
|
|
1,347,775 |
|
|
|
1,285,807 |
|
Intangible assets (note 3) |
|
|
860,237 |
|
|
|
896,328 |
|
Deferred financing costs net of accumulated amortization of $15,744 and $7,923 as of 2006
and 2005 respectively |
|
|
20,186 |
|
|
|
17,977 |
|
Other assets |
|
|
39,299 |
|
|
|
36,251 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total assets |
|
$ |
3,895,987 |
|
|
$ |
3,717,055 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Current liabilities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Trade accounts payable |
|
$ |
14,567 |
|
|
$ |
13,730 |
|
Current maturities of long-term debt (note 5) |
|
|
8,648 |
|
|
|
2,788 |
|
Accrued expenses (note 4) |
|
|
77,612 |
|
|
|
56,814 |
|
Deferred income |
|
|
17,824 |
|
|
|
14,945 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total current liabilities |
|
|
118,651 |
|
|
|
88,277 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Long-term debt (note 5) |
|
|
1,981,820 |
|
|
|
1,573,538 |
|
Deferred income tax liabilities (note 6) |
|
|
148,310 |
|
|
|
138,642 |
|
Asset retirement obligation |
|
|
141,503 |
|
|
|
135,538 |
|
Other liabilities |
|
|
13,236 |
|
|
|
11,344 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total liabilities |
|
|
2,403,520 |
|
|
|
1,947,339 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Stockholders equity: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Common stock, $.01 par value, authorized 3,000 shares; 100 shares issued and
outstanding
at 2006 and 2005 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Additional paid-in-capital |
|
|
2,444,485 |
|
|
|
2,390,458 |
|
Accumulated comprehensive income |
|
|
2,253 |
|
|
|
|
|
Accumulated deficit |
|
|
(954,271 |
) |
|
|
(620,742 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Stockholders equity |
|
|
1,492,467 |
|
|
|
1,769,716 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total liabilities and stockholders equity |
|
$ |
3,895,987 |
|
|
$ |
3,717,055 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
62
LAMAR MEDIA CORP.
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Statements of Operations
Years Ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004
(In thousands)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
|
2004 |
|
Net revenues |
|
$ |
1,120,091 |
|
|
$ |
1,021,656 |
|
|
$ |
883,510 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Operating expenses (income): |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Direct advertising expenses (exclusive of depreciation and
amortization) |
|
|
390,561 |
|
|
|
353,139 |
|
|
|
302,157 |
|
General and administrative expenses (exclusive of depreciation and
amortization) |
|
|
198,187 |
|
|
|
176,099 |
|
|
|
158,161 |
|
Corporate expenses (exclusive of depreciation and amortization) |
|
|
49,729 |
|
|
|
36,163 |
|
|
|
29,795 |
|
Depreciation and amortization |
|
|
301,685 |
|
|
|
290,089 |
|
|
|
294,056 |
|
Gain on disposition of assets |
|
|
(10,862 |
) |
|
|
(1,119 |
) |
|
|
(1,067 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
929,300 |
|
|
|
854,371 |
|
|
|
783,102 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Operating income |
|
|
190,791 |
|
|
|
167,285 |
|
|
|
100,408 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Other expense (income): |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Loss on extinguishment of debt |
|
|
|
|
|
|
3,982 |
|
|
|
|
|
Interest income |
|
|
(1,311 |
) |
|
|
(1,511 |
) |
|
|
(495 |
) |
Interest expense |
|
|
111,117 |
|
|
|
81,856 |
|
|
|
64,920 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
109,806 |
|
|
|
84,327 |
|
|
|
64,425 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Income before income tax expense |
|
|
80,985 |
|
|
|
82,958 |
|
|
|
35,983 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Income tax expense (note 6) |
|
|
35,753 |
|
|
|
35,488 |
|
|
|
11,764 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net income |
|
$ |
45,232 |
|
|
$ |
47,470 |
|
|
$ |
24,219 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
63
LAMAR MEDIA CORP.
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders Equity and
Comprehensive Income
Years Ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004
(In thousands, except share and per share data)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Additional |
|
|
Accumulated |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Common |
|
|
Paid-In |
|
|
Comprehensive |
|
|
Accumulated |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Stock |
|
|
Capital |
|
|
Income |
|
|
Deficit |
|
|
Total |
|
Balance, December 31, 2003 |
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
2,333,951 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(379,409 |
) |
|
|
1,954,542 |
|
Contribution from parent |
|
|
|
|
|
|
9,978 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
9,978 |
|
Net income |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
24,219 |
|
|
|
24,219 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance, December 31, 2004 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,343,929 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(355,190 |
) |
|
|
1,988,739 |
|
Contribution to parent |
|
|
|
|
|
|
46,529 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
46,529 |
|
Net income |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
47,470 |
|
|
|
47,470 |
|
Dividend to parent |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(313,022 |
) |
|
|
(313,022 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance, December 31, 2005 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,390,458 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(620,742 |
) |
|
|
1,769,716 |
|
Cumulative effect due to adoption of SAB 108 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(4,813 |
) |
|
|
(4,813 |
) |
Contribution
from parent |
|
|
|
|
|
|
54,027 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
54,027 |
|
Comprehensive income: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Foreign
currency translations |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,253 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,253 |
|
Net income |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
45,232 |
|
|
|
45,232 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net comprehensive income |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
47,535 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Dividend to parent |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(373,948 |
) |
|
|
(373,948 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance, December 31, 2006 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,444,485 |
|
|
|
2,253 |
|
|
|
(954,271 |
) |
|
|
1,492,467 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
64
LAMAR MEDIA CORP.
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
Years Ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004
(In thousands)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
|
2004 |
|
Cash flows from operating activities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net income |
|
$ |
45,232 |
|
|
$ |
47,470 |
|
|
$ |
24,219 |
|
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by
operating activities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Depreciation and amortization |
|
|
301,685 |
|
|
|
287,212 |
|
|
|
294,056 |
|
Non-cash compensation |
|
|
17,906 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Amortization included in interest expense |
|
|
2,955 |
|
|
|
2,719 |
|
|
|
2,437 |
|
Gain on disposition of assets |
|
|
(10,862 |
) |
|
|
(1,119 |
) |
|
|
(1,067 |
) |
Loss on extinguishment of debt |
|
|
|
|
|
|
3,982 |
|
|
|
|
|
Deferred income tax expenses (benefit) |
|
|
(8,951 |
) |
|
|
27,440 |
|
|
|
8,207 |
|
Provision for doubtful accounts |
|
|
6,287 |
|
|
|
6,674 |
|
|
|
7,772 |
|
Changes in operating assets and liabilities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(Increase) decrease in: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Receivables |
|
|
(17,583 |
) |
|
|
(24,915 |
) |
|
|
(4,824 |
) |
Prepaid expenses |
|
|
(4,780 |
) |
|
|
(448 |
) |
|
|
(2,509 |
) |
Other assets |
|
|
6,696 |
|
|
|
(426 |
) |
|
|
11,731 |
|
Increase (decrease) in: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Trade accounts payable |
|
|
837 |
|
|
|
3,318 |
|
|
|
1,600 |
|
Accrued expenses |
|
|
27,846 |
|
|
|
4,452 |
|
|
|
4,351 |
|
Other liabilities |
|
|
(21,908 |
) |
|
|
8,202 |
|
|
|
(234 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash flows provided by operating activities |
|
|
345,360 |
|
|
|
364,561 |
|
|
|
345,739 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash flows from investing activities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Capital expenditures |
|
|
(223,350 |
) |
|
|
(120,114 |
) |
|
|
(81,165 |
) |
Acquisitions |
|
|
(227,649 |
) |
|
|
(145,228 |
) |
|
|
(189,540 |
) |
Increase in notes receivable |
|
|
(1,331 |
) |
|
|
(7,175 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment |
|
|
13,434 |
|
|
|
5,550 |
|
|
|
7,824 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash flows used in investing activities |
|
|
(438,896 |
) |
|
|
(266,967 |
) |
|
|
(262,881 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash flows from financing activities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Increase in notes payable |
|
|
|
|
|
|
287,500 |
|
|
|
|
|
Principal payments on long-term debt |
|
|
(2,303 |
) |
|
|
(485,539 |
) |
|
|
(44,928 |
) |
Debt issuance costs |
|
|
(4,328 |
) |
|
|
(5,315 |
) |
|
|
(1,526 |
) |
Net proceeds from note offerings and new notes payable |
|
|
412,682 |
|
|
|
394,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
Dividends to parent |
|
|
(373,948 |
) |
|
|
(313,022 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Contributions
from parent |
|
|
54,027 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash flows provided by (used in) financing activities |
|
|
86,130 |
|
|
|
(122,376 |
) |
|
|
(46,454 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Effect of
exchange rate changes in cash and cash equivalents |
|
|
(217 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents |
|
|
(7,623 |
) |
|
|
(24,782 |
) |
|
|
36,404 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period |
|
|
19,419 |
|
|
|
44,201 |
|
|
|
7,797 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period |
|
$ |
11,796 |
|
|
$ |
19,419 |
|
|
$ |
44,201 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash paid for interest |
|
$ |
97,711 |
|
|
$ |
71,898 |
|
|
$ |
65,747 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash paid for state and federal income taxes |
|
$ |
28,471 |
|
|
$ |
3,365 |
|
|
$ |
1,946 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
65
LAMAR MEDIA CORP.
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
(1) Significant Accounting Policies
(a) Nature of Business
Lamar Media Corp. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Lamar Advertising Company. Lamar Media Corp. is
engaged in the outdoor advertising business operating approximately 151,000 outdoor advertising
displays in 44 states. Lamar Medias operating strategy is to be the leading provider of outdoor
advertising services in the markets it serves.
In addition, Lamar Media operates a logo sign business in 19 states throughout the United States,
Canada and Puerto Rico. Logo signs are erected pursuant to state-awarded service contracts on
public rights-of-way near highway exits and deliver brand name information on available gas, food,
lodging and camping services. Included in the Companys logo sign business are tourism signing
contracts. The Company provides transit advertising on bus shelters, benches and buses in the
markets it serves.
Certain footnotes are not provided for the accompanying financial statements as the information in
notes 2, 4, 6, 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19 and 20 and portions of notes 1 and 12 to the consolidated
financial statements of Lamar Advertising Company included elsewhere in this Annual Report are
substantially equivalent to that required for the consolidated financial statements of Lamar Media
Corp. Earnings per share data is not provided for the operating results of Lamar Media Corp. as it
is a wholly owned subsidiary of Lamar Advertising Company.
(b) Principles of Consolidation
The accompanying consolidated financial statements include Lamar Media Corp., its wholly owned
subsidiaries, The Lamar Company, LLC, Lamar Central Outdoor, Inc., Lamar Oklahoma Holding Co.,
Inc., Lamar Advertising Southwest, Inc., Lamar DOA Tennessee Holdings, Inc., and Interstate Logos,
LLC. and their majority-owned subsidiaries. All intercompany transactions and balances have been
eliminated in consolidation.
(2) Noncash Financing Activities
A summary of significant noncash financing activities for the years ended December
31, 2006, 2005 and 2004:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
2005 |
|
2004 |
Parent company stock contributed for acquisitions |
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
43,314 |
|
|
|
4,270 |
|
(3) Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
The following is a summary of intangible assets at December 31, 2006 and December 31, 2005.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Estimated |
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
|
|
Life |
|
|
Gross Carrying |
|
|
Accumulated |
|
|
Gross Carrying |
|
|
Accumulated |
|
|
|
(Years) |
|
|
Amount |
|
|
Amortization |
|
|
Amount |
|
|
Amortization |
|
Amortizable Intangible Assets: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Customer lists and contracts |
|
|
7 10 |
|
|
|
444,167 |
|
|
|
380,374 |
|
|
|
425,739 |
|
|
|
344,125 |
|
Non-competition agreements |
|
|
3 15 |
|
|
|
60,279 |
|
|
|
55,466 |
|
|
|
59,618 |
|
|
|
53,437 |
|
Site locations |
|
|
15 |
|
|
|
1,262,525 |
|
|
|
474,151 |
|
|
|
1,195,581 |
|
|
|
391,926 |
|
Other |
|
|
5 15 |
|
|
|
12,941 |
|
|
|
9,684 |
|
|
|
13,002 |
|
|
|
8,124 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,779,912 |
|
|
|
919,675 |
|
|
|
1,693,940 |
|
|
|
797,612 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Unamortizable Intangible
Assets: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Goodwill |
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
1,600,541 |
|
|
$ |
252,766 |
|
|
$ |
1,538,573 |
|
|
$ |
252,766 |
|
66
LAMAR MEDIA CORP.
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
The changes in the gross carrying amount of goodwill for the year ended December 31, 2006 are as
follows:
|
|
|
|
|
Balance as of December 31, 2005 |
|
$ |
1,538,573 |
|
Goodwill acquired during the year |
|
|
61,968 |
|
Impairment losses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance as of December 31, 2006 |
|
$ |
1,600,541 |
|
|
|
|
|
(4) Accrued Expenses
The following is a summary of accrued expenses at December 31, 2006 and 2005:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
Payroll |
|
$ |
12,692 |
|
|
|
11,889 |
|
Interest |
|
|
35,845 |
|
|
|
25,840 |
|
Other |
|
|
29,075 |
|
|
|
19,085 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
77,612 |
|
|
|
56,814 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(5) Long-term Debt
Long-term debt consists of the following at December 31, 2006 and 2005:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
7 1/4% Senior subordinated notes |
|
$ |
388,208 |
|
|
|
388,628 |
|
Mirror note to parent |
|
|
287,500 |
|
|
|
287,500 |
|
Bank Credit Agreement |
|
|
707,000 |
|
|
|
495,000 |
|
8% Unsecured subordinated notes |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,333 |
|
6 5/8% Senior subordinated notes |
|
|
400,000 |
|
|
|
400,000 |
|
6 5/8% Senior subordinated notes Series B |
|
|
200,922 |
|
|
|
|
|
Other notes with various rates and terms |
|
|
6,838 |
|
|
|
3,865 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,990,468 |
|
|
|
1,576,326 |
|
Less current maturities |
|
|
(8,648 |
) |
|
|
(2,788 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Long-term debt excluding current maturities |
|
$ |
1,981,820 |
|
|
|
1,573,538 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Long-term debt matures as follows:
|
|
|
|
|
2007 |
|
$ |
8,648 |
|
2008 |
|
|
31,359 |
|
2009 |
|
|
46,370 |
|
2010 |
|
|
379,246 |
|
2011 |
|
|
159,996 |
|
Later years |
|
|
1,364,849 |
|
(6) Income Taxes
Income tax expense (benefit) for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004, consists of:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Current |
|
|
Deferred |
|
|
Total |
|
Year ended December 31, 2006: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
U.S. federal |
|
$ |
39,333 |
|
|
|
(8,338 |
) |
|
|
30,995 |
|
State and local |
|
|
4,637 |
|
|
|
(667 |
) |
|
|
3,970 |
|
Foreign |
|
|
734 |
|
|
|
54 |
|
|
|
788 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
44,704 |
|
|
|
(8,951 |
) |
|
|
35,753 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended December 31, 2005: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
U.S. federal |
|
$ |
2,500 |
|
|
|
26,111 |
|
|
|
28,611 |
|
State and local |
|
|
2,530 |
|
|
|
1,203 |
|
|
|
3,733 |
|
Foreign |
|
|
3,017 |
|
|
|
127 |
|
|
|
3,144 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
8,047 |
|
|
|
27,441 |
|
|
|
35,488 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year ended December 31, 2004: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
U.S. federal |
|
$ |
|
|
|
|
11,314 |
|
|
|
11,314 |
|
State and local |
|
|
3,557 |
|
|
|
(3,895 |
) |
|
|
(338 |
) |
Foreign |
|
|
|
|
|
|
788 |
|
|
|
788 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
3,557 |
|
|
|
8,207 |
|
|
|
11,764 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
67
LAMAR MEDIA CORP.
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
Income tax expense (benefit) attributable to continuing operations for the years ended December 31,
2006, 2005 and 2004, differs from the amounts computed by applying the U.S. federal income tax rate
of 35 percent for 2006 and 2005 and 2004, to income before income taxes as follows:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
|
2004 |
|
Computed expected tax expense |
|
$ |
28,345 |
|
|
|
29,035 |
|
|
|
12,234 |
|
Increase (reduction) in income taxes resulting from: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Book expenses not deductible for tax purposes |
|
|
4,119 |
|
|
|
4,012 |
|
|
|
825 |
|
Amortization of non-deductible goodwill |
|
|
24 |
|
|
|
24 |
|
|
|
(3 |
) |
State and local income taxes, net of federal income tax benefit |
|
|
2,581 |
|
|
|
2,427 |
|
|
|
(223 |
) |
Other differences, net |
|
|
684 |
|
|
|
(10 |
) |
|
|
(1,069 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
35,753 |
|
|
|
35,488 |
|
|
|
11,764 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
The tax effects of temporary differences that give rise to significant portions of the deferred tax
assets and deferred tax liabilities at December 31, 2006 and 2005 are presented below:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2006 |
|
|
2005 |
|
Current deferred tax assets: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Receivables, principally due to allowance for doubtful accounts |
|
$ |
4,445 |
|
|
$ |
2,316 |
|
Tax credits |
|
|
20,238 |
|
|
|
|
|
Accrued liabilities not deducted for tax purposes |
|
|
1,508 |
|
|
|
1,609 |
|
Other |
|
|
693 |
|
|
|
3,203 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net current deferred tax asset |
|
|
26,884 |
|
|
|
7,128 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Non-current deferred tax liabilities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Plant and equipment, principally due to differences in depreciation |
|
|
(6,850 |
) |
|
|
(10,893 |
) |
Intangibles, due to differences in amortizable lives |
|
|
(242,531 |
) |
|
|
(244,127 |
) |
Undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiary |
|
|
(159 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Investment in partnership |
|
|
(394 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(249,934 |
) |
|
|
(255,020 |
) |
Non-current deferred tax assets: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Plant and equipment, due to basis differences on acquisitions and
costs capitalized for tax purposes |
|
|
29,812 |
|
|
|
34,080 |
|
Investment in affiliates and plant and equipment, due to gains
recognized for tax purposes and deferred for financial reporting
purposes |
|
|
2,301 |
|
|
|
931 |
|
Accrued liabilities not deducted for tax purposes |
|
|
13,754 |
|
|
|
3,232 |
|
Net operating loss carryforward |
|
|
13,857 |
|
|
|
38,424 |
|
Asset retirement obligation |
|
|
40,798 |
|
|
|
35,289 |
|
Tax credits |
|
|
1,065 |
|
|
|
|
|
Other, net |
|
|
37 |
|
|
|
4,422 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
101,624 |
|
|
|
116,378 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net non-current deferred tax liability |
|
$ |
(148,310 |
) |
|
$ |
(138,642 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
68
LAMAR MEDIA CORP.
AND SUBSIDIARIES
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
In assessing the realizability of deferred tax assets, management considers whether it is more
likely than not that some portion or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. The
ultimate realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon the generation of future taxable
income during the periods in which those temporary differences become deductible.
Management considers the scheduled reversal of deferred tax liabilities, projected future taxable
income, and tax planning strategies in making this assessment. Based upon the level of historical
taxable income and projections for future taxable income over the periods in which the deferred tax
assets are deductible, management believes it is more likely than not that Lamar Media will realize
the benefits of these deductible differences. The amount of the deferred tax assets considered
realizable, however, could be reduced in the near term if estimates of future taxable income during
the carryforward period are reduced.
(7) Related Party Transactions
Affiliates, as used within these statements, are persons or entities that are affiliated with Lamar
Media Corp. or its subsidiaries through common ownership and directorate control.
On September 30, 2005, Lamar Media Corp. issued a note payable to its parent, Lamar Advertising
Company, for $287,500 bearing interest at 2 7/8% due 2010. The payment terms of this note are
identical to Lamar Advertisings Convertible Notes due 2010.
As of December 31, 2006, there was a
payable to Lamar Advertising Company, its parent, in
the amount of $1,862 and at December 31, 2005 there was a
receivable from Lamar Advertising of $1,979.
Effective
December 31, 2006, Lamar Advertising Company contributed
$54,027 to Lamar Media which resulted in an increase in Lamar
Medias additional paid-in capital.
(8) Quarterly Financial Data (Unaudited)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year 2006 Quarters |
|
|
March 31 |
|
June 30 |
|
September 30 |
|
December 31 |
Net revenues |
|
$ |
253,333 |
|
|
$ |
287,577 |
|
|
$ |
292,038 |
|
|
$ |
287,143 |
|
Net revenues less direct advertising expenses |
|
|
158,124 |
|
|
|
191,162 |
|
|
|
193,488 |
|
|
|
186,756 |
|
Net income |
|
|
1,905 |
|
|
|
18,831 |
|
|
|
17,290 |
|
|
|
7,206 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Year 2005 Quarters |
|
|
March 31 |
|
June 30 |
|
September 30 |
|
December 31 |
Net revenues |
|
$ |
232,829 |
|
|
$ |
264,743 |
|
|
$ |
265,594 |
|
|
$ |
258,490 |
|
Net revenues less direct advertising expenses |
|
|
148,353 |
|
|
|
177,999 |
|
|
|
175,669 |
|
|
|
166,496 |
|
Net income |
|
|
6,843 |
|
|
|
20,734 |
|
|
|
13,916 |
|
|
|
5,977 |
|
69
SCHEDULE 2
Lamar Media Corp.
and Subsidiaries
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
Years Ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004
(in thousands)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance at |
|
|
Charged to |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance |
|
|
|
Beginning of |
|
|
Costs and |
|
|
|
|
|
|
at end |
|
|
|
Period |
|
|
Expenses |
|
|
Deductions |
|
|
of Period |
|
Year Ended December 31, 2006 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Deducted in balance
sheet from trade
accounts
receivable: Allowance for
doubtful accounts |
|
$ |
6,000 |
|
|
|
6,287 |
|
|
|
5,887 |
|
|
|
6,400 |
|
Deducted in balance
sheet from
intangible assets: Amortization of
intangible assets |
|
$ |
1,050,378 |
|
|
|
122,063 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,172,441 |
|
Year Ended December 31, 2005 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Deducted in balance
sheet from trade
accounts
receivable: Allowance for
doubtful accounts |
|
$ |
5,000 |
|
|
|
7,674 |
|
|
|
6,674 |
|
|
|
6,000 |
|
Deducted in balance
sheet from
intangible assets: Amortization of
intangible assets |
|
$ |
923,075 |
|
|
|
133,519 |
|
|
|
6,216 |
|
|
|
1,050,378 |
|
Year Ended December 31, 2004 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Deducted in balance
sheet from trade
accounts
receivable: Allowance for
doubtful accounts |
|
$ |
4,914 |
|
|
|
7,772 |
|
|
|
7,686 |
|
|
|
5,000 |
|
Deducted in balance
sheet from
intangible assets: Amortization of
intangible assets |
|
$ |
799,176 |
|
|
|
123,899 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
923,075 |
|
70
ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
Lamar Advertising Company
None
Lamar Media Corp.
None
ITEM 9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Conclusion Regarding the Effectiveness of Disclosure Controls and Procedures.
The Companys and Lamar Medias management, with the participation of the principal executive
officer and principal financial officer of the Company and Lamar Media, have evaluated the
effectiveness of the design and operation of the Companys and Lamar Medias disclosure controls
and procedures, as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) promulgated under the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, as of December 31,
2006. Based on this evaluation,
the principal executive officer and principal financial officer of the Company and Lamar Media
concluded, as of December 31, 2006, that these disclosure controls and procedures are effective and
designed to ensure that the information required to be disclosed in the Companys and Lamar Medias
reports filed or submitted under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 is recorded, processed,
summarized and reported within the requisite time periods.
Managements Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
Lamar Advertising Company
The Companys Management Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting is set forth on page
31 of this combined Annual Report and is incorporated herein by reference. KPMG LLP, an
independent registered public accounting firm, has issued an attestation report on managements
assessment of the Companys internal control over financial reporting, which is set forth on page
32 of this combined Annual Report and is incorporated herein by reference.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or
detect misstatements. A control system, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only
reasonable assurance with respect to financial statement preparation and presentation. 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.
Lamar Media Corp.
Lamar Medias Management Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting is set forth on page
59 of this combined Annual Report and is incorporated herein by reference. KPMG LLP, an
independent registered public accounting firm, has issued an attestation report on managements
assessment of Lamar Medias internal control over financial reporting, which is set forth on page
60 of this combined Annual Report and is incorporated herein by reference.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or
detect misstatements. A control system, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only
reasonable assurance with respect to financial statement preparation and presentation. 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.
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
There were no changes in the Companys or Lamar Medias internal control over financial reporting
identified in connection with the evaluation of the Companys and Lamar Medias internal controls
performed during the fourth fiscal quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to
materially affect, the Companys or Lamar Medias internal control over financial reporting.
ITEM 9B. OTHER INFORMATION
Lamar Advertising Company
None
Lamar Media Corp.
None
71
PART III
ITEM 10. DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE REGISTRANT
The
information required by this item is incorporated by reference to
Lamar Advertising Companys Proxy Statement for its 2007 Annual
Meeting of Stockholders to be filed with the SEC within 120 days
after the end of the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006.
We have adopted a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics (the code of ethics) that applies to all of
our directors, officers and employees. The code of ethics is filed as an exhibit that is
incorporated by reference into this report. In addition, if we make any substantive amendments to
the code of ethics or grant any wavier, including any implicit wavier, from a provision of the code
to any of our executive officers or directors, we will disclose the nature of such amendment or
waiver in a report on Form 8-K.
ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
The
information required by this item is incorporated by reference to
Lamar Advertising Companys Proxy Statement for its 2007 Annual
Meeting of Stockholders to be filed with the SEC within 120 days
after the end of the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006.
ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT
The
information required by this item is incorporated by reference to
Lamar Advertising Companys Proxy Statement for its 2007 Annual
Meeting of Stockholders to be filed with the SEC within 120 days
after the end of the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006.
ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS
The
information required by this item is incorporated by reference to
Lamar Advertising Companys Proxy Statement for its 2007 Annual
Meeting of Stockholders to be filed with the SEC within 120 days
after the end of the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006.
ITEM 14. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT FEES AND SERVICES
The
information required by this item is incorporated by reference to
Lamar Advertising Companys Proxy Statement for its 2007 Annual
Meeting of Stockholders to be filed with the SEC within 120 days
after the end of the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006.
PART IV
ITEM 15. EXHIBITS AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES
(A) 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The financial statements are listed under Part II, Item 8 of this Report.
2. FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES
The financial statement schedules are included under Part II, Item 8 of this Report.
3. EXHIBITS
The exhibits filed as part of this report are listed on the Exhibit Index immediately following the
signature page hereto, which Exhibit Index is incorporated herein by reference.
(B) Exhibits required by Item 601 of Regulation S-K are listed on the Exhibit Index immediately
following the signature page hereto.
72
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the
registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto
duly authorized.
|
|
|
|
|
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
|
February 28,
2007 |
By: |
/s/ Kevin P. Reilly, Jr.
|
|
|
|
Kevin P. Reilly, Jr. |
|
|
|
President and Chief Executive Officer |
|
|
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed
below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates
indicated.
|
|
|
|
|
Signature |
|
Title |
|
Date |
|
|
|
|
|
/s/ Kevin P. Reilly, Jr.
Kevin P. Reilly, Jr.
|
|
President, Chief Executive Officer and Director
(Principal
Executive Officer)
|
|
2/28/07 |
|
|
|
|
|
/s/ Keith A. Istre
Keith A. Istre
|
|
Chief Financial Officer
(Principal
Financial and Accounting Officer)
|
|
2/28/07 |
|
|
|
|
|
/s/ Wendell S. Reilly
Wendell S. Reilly
|
|
Director
|
|
2/28/07 |
|
|
|
|
|
/s/ Stephen P. Mumblow
Stephen P. Mumblow
|
|
Director
|
|
2/28/07 |
|
|
|
|
|
/s/ John Maxwell Hamilton
John Maxwell Hamilton
|
|
Director
|
|
2/28/07 |
|
|
|
|
|
/s/ Thomas Reifenheiser
Thomas Reifenheiser
|
|
Director
|
|
2/28/07 |
|
|
|
|
|
/s/ Anna Reilly
Anna Reilly
|
|
Director
|
|
2/28/07 |
|
|
|
|
|
/s/ Robert M. Jelenic
Robert M. Jelenic
|
|
Director
|
|
2/28/07 |
73
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the
registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto
duly authorized.
|
|
|
|
|
LAMAR MEDIA CORP.
|
February 28,
2007 |
By: |
/s/ Kevin P. Reilly, Jr.
|
|
|
|
Kevin P. Reilly, Jr. |
|
|
|
President and Chief Executive Officer |
|
|
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed
below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates
indicated.
|
|
|
|
|
Signature |
|
Title |
|
Date |
|
|
|
|
|
/s/ Kevin P. Reilly, Jr.
Kevin P. Reilly, Jr.
|
|
Chief Executive Officer and Director (Principal
Executive Officer)
|
|
2/28/07 |
|
|
|
|
|
/s/ Sean E. Reilly
Sean E. Reilly
|
|
Chief Operating Officer, Vice President and
Director
|
|
2/28/07 |
|
|
|
|
|
/s/ Keith A. Istre
Keith A. Istre
|
|
Chief Financial and Accounting Officer and
Director
(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)
|
|
2/28/07 |
|
|
|
|
|
/s/ T. Everett Stewart, Jr.
T. Everett Stewart, Jr.
|
|
Director
|
|
2/28/07 |
74
INDEX TO EXHIBITS
|
|
|
|
|
EXHIBIT |
|
|
|
|
NUMBER |
|
DESCRIPTION |
|
METHOD OF FILING |
|
|
|
|
|
3(a)
|
|
Restated Certificate of Incorporation of the
Company.
|
|
Previously filed as
Exhibit 3.1 to the
Companys Annual
Report on Form 10-K
(File No. 0-30242)
filed on February
22, 2006 and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
|
|
|
|
|
3(b)
|
|
Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Company.
|
|
Previously filed as
Exhibit 3.3 to the
Companys Quarterly
Report on Form 10-Q
for the period
ended June 30, 1999
(File No. 0-20833)
filed on August 16,
1999, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
|
|
|
|
|
3(c)(1)
|
|
Amended and Restated Certificate of
Incorporation of Lamar Media.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 3.1 to
Lamar Medias
Registration
Statement on Form
S-1/A (File No.
333-05479) filed on
July 31, 1996, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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3(c)(2)
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Certificate of Amendment to the Amended and
Restated Certificate of Incorporation of
Lamar Media.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 3.2 to
Lamar Medias
Annual Report on
Form 10-K for
fiscal year ended
December 31, 1997
(File No. 1-12407)
filed on March 30,
1998, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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3(c)(3)
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Amendment to Amended and Restated
Certificate of Incorporation of Lamar Media,
as set forth in the Agreement and Plan of
Merger dated as of July 20, 1999 among Lamar
Media Corp., Lamar New Holding Co., and
Lamar Holdings Merge Co.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 2.1 to the
Companys Current
Report on Form 8-K
filed on July 22,
1999 (File No.
0-30242) and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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3(d)
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Amended and Restated Bylaws of Lamar Media.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 3.1 to
Lamar Medias
Quarterly Report on
Form 10-Q for the
period ended
September 30, 1999
(File No. 1-12407)
filed on November
12, 1999, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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4(a)
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Specimen certificate for the shares of Class
A common stock of the Company.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.1 to the
Companys
Registration
Statement on Form
S-1 (File No.
333-05479), and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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4(b)
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Indenture dated as of September 24, 1986
relating to the Companys 8% Unsecured
Subordinated Debentures, including the form of Note.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.3 to the
Companys
Registration
Statement on Form
S-1 (File No.
33-59624), and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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4(c)(1)
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Indenture dated May 15, 1993 relating to the
Companys 11% Senior Secured Notes due May
15, 2003, including the form of Subordinated Note.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.3 to the
Companys
Registration
Statement on Form
S-1 (File No.
33-59624), and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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4(c)(2)
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Form of Subordinated Note.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.1 to the Companys
Registration
Statement on Form
S-1 (File No.
33-59624), and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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4(c)(3)
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First Supplemental Indenture dated as of
July 30, 1996 relating to the Companys 11%
Senior Secured Notes due May 15, 2003.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.5 to the
Companys
Registration
Statement on Form
S-1(File No.
333-05479), and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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METHOD OF FILING |
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4(c)(4)
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Form of Second Supplemental Indenture in the
form of an Amended and Restated Indenture
dated as of November 8, 1996 relating to the
Companys 11% Senior Secured Notes due May
15, 2003.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.1 to the
Companys Current
Report on Form 8-K
(File No. 1-12407)
filed on November
15, 1996, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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4(c)(5)
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Notice of Trustee dated November 8, 1996
with respect to the release of the security
interest in the Trustee on behalf of the
holders of the Companys 11% Senior Secured
Notes due May 15, 2003.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.2 to the
Companys Current
Report on Form 8-K
(File No. 1-12407)
filed on November
15, 1996, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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4(d)(1)
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Indenture dated as of December 23, 2002
between Lamar Media, certain subsidiaries of
Lamar Media, as guarantors and Wachovia Bank
of Delaware, National, as trustee for the 7 1/4% Notes due 2013,
including the form of 7 1/4% Note.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.1 to
Lamar Medias
Current Report on
Form 8-K (File No.
0-20833) filed on
December 27, 2002,
and incorporated
herein by
reference. |
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4(d)(2)
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Supplemental Indenture to the Indenture
dated as of December 23, 2002 among Lamar
Media, certain of its subsidiaries and
Wachovia Bank of Delaware, National
Association, as Trustee, dated as of June 9,
2003.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.31 to
Lamar Medias
Registration
Statement on Form
S-4 (File No.
333-107427) filed
on July 29, 2003,
and incorporated
herein by
reference. |
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4(d)(3)
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Supplemental Indenture to the Indenture
dated December 23, 2002 among Lamar Media,
certain of its subsidiaries and Wachovia
Bank of Delaware, National Association, as
Trustee, dated October 7, 2003.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.1 to
Lamar Medias
Quarterly Report on
Form 10-Q for the
period ended
September 30, 2003
(File No. 1-12407)
filed on November
5, 2003, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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4(d)(4)
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Supplemental Indenture to the Indenture
dated as of December 23, 2002 among Lamar
Media, Lamar Canadian Outdoor Company and
Wachovia Bank of Delaware, National
Association, as Trustee, dated as of April
5, 2004.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.1 to the
Companys Quarterly
Report on Form 10-Q
for the period
ended June 30, 2004
(File No. 0-30242)
filed on August 6,
2004, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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4(d)(5)
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Supplemental Indenture to Indenture dated as
of December 23, 2002 among Lamar Media,
certain of its subsidiaries and Wachovia
Bank of Delaware, National Association, as
Trustee, dated as of January 19, 2005.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.1 to the
Companys Quarterly
Report on Form 10-Q
for the period
ended March 31,
2005 (File No.
0-30242) filed on
May 6, 2005, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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4(d)(6)
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Release of Guaranty under the Indenture
dated as of December 23, 2002 between Lamar
Media, certain of its subsidiaries named
therein, and Wachovia Bank of Delaware,
National Association, as Trustee, by the
Trustee, dated as of December 30, 2005.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.19 to
Lamar Medias
Annual Report on
Form 10-K for
fiscal year ended
December 31, 2005
(File No. 1-12407)
filed on March 15,
2006, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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4(e)(1)
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Indenture dated as of June 16, 2003 between
the Company and Wachovia Bank of Delaware,
National Association, as Trustee.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.4 to the
Companys Quarterly
Report on Form 10-Q
for the period
ended June 30, 2003
(File No. 0-30242)
filed on August 13,
2003, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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EXHIBIT |
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NUMBER |
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DESCRIPTION |
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METHOD OF FILING |
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4(e)(2)
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First Supplemental Indenture to the
Indenture dated as of June 16, 2003 between
the Company and Wachovia Bank of Delaware,
National Association, as Trustee, dated as
of June 16, 2003.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.5 to the
Companys Quarterly
Report on Form 10-Q
for the period
ended June 30, 2003
(File No. 0-30242)
filed on August 13,
2003, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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4(f)(1)
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Indenture dated as of August 16, 2005
between Lamar Media, the guarantors named
therein, and The Bank of New York Trust
Company, N.A., as trustee for the 6 5/8% Senior Subordinated Note Due
2015, including the form of Note.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.1 to the
Companys Current
Report on Form 8-K
(File No. 0-30242)
filed on August 18,
2005, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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4(f)(2)
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Release of Guaranty under the Indenture
dated as of August 16, 2005 between Lamar
Media, the guarantors named therein, and The
Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A., as
Trustee, by the Trustee, dated as of
December 30, 2005.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.20 to
Lamar Medias
Annual Report on
Form 10-K for
fiscal year ended
December 31, 2005
(File No. 1-12407)
filed on March 15,
2006, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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4(f)(3)
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First Supplemental Indenture to the
Indenture dated as of August 16, 2005, among
Lamar Media Corp., the Guarantors named
therein and The Bank of New York Trust
Company, N.A., as Trustee, dated as of
December 11, 2006.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 99.2 to the
Companys Current
Report on Form 8-K
(file No. 0-30242)
filed on December
14, 2006, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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4(g)(1)
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Indenture, dated as of
August 17, 2006, between Lamar Media, the Guarantors named
therein and The Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A., as trustee,
related to the 6 5/8% Senior Subordinated Notes due
2015-Series B, including the form of Note.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.1 to the
Companys Current
Report on Form 8-K
(File No. 0-30242)
filed on August 18,
2006, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(a)(1)*
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Lamar 1996 Equity Incentive Plan, as
amended, as adopted by the Board of
Directors on February 23, 2006.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.1 to the
Companys Current
Report on Form 8-K
(File No. 0-30242)
filed on February
28, 2006, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(a)(2)*
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Form of Stock Option Agreement under the
1996 Equity Incentive Plan, as amended.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.14 to
the Companys
Annual Report on
Form 10-K for the
year ended December
31, 2004 (File No.
0-30242) filed on
March 10, 2005, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(b)*
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2000 Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
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Filed herewith. |
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10(c)*
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Lamar Advertising Company Non-Management
Director Compensation Plan.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.3 to the
Companys Quarterly
Report on Form 10-Q
for the period
ended March 31,
2005 (File No.
0-30242) filed on
May 6, 2005, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(d)(1)*
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Lamar Deferred Compensation Plan, as adopted
on December 8, 2005.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.1 to the
Companys Current
Report on Form 8-K
(File No. 0-30242)
filed on December
14, 2005, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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EXHIBIT |
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NUMBER |
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DESCRIPTION |
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METHOD OF FILING |
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10(d)(2)*
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Form of Trust Agreement for the Lamar
Deferred Compensation Plan.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.2 to the
Companys Current
Report on Form 8-K
(File No. 0-30242)
filed on December
14, 2005, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(e)*
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Form of Restricted Stock Agreement.
|
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.16 of
the Companys on
Form 10-K for the
year ended December
31, 2005 (File No.
0-30242) filed on
March 15, 2006, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(f)*
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Summary of Compensatory Arrangements.
|
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Previously filed on
the Current Report
on Form 8-K/A (File
No. 0-30242) filed
on February 22,
2006, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(g)(1)
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Credit Agreement dated as of March 7, 2003
between Lamar Media and the Subsidiary
Guarantors party thereto, the Lenders party
thereto, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, as
Administrative Agent.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.38 to
Lamar Medias
Registration
Statement on Form
S-4/A (File No.
333-102634) filed
on March 18, 2003,
and incorporated
herein by
reference. |
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10(g)(2)
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Amendment No. 1 dated as of January 28, 2004
to the Credit Agreement dated as of March 7,
2003 between Lamar Media, the Subsidiary
Guarantors a party thereto and JPMorgan
Chase Bank, as administrative agent for the
lenders.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.1 to the
Companys Quarterly
Report on Form 10-Q
for the period
ended March 31,
2004 (File No.
0-30242) filed on
May 10, 2004, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(g)(3)
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Joinder Agreement dated as of October 7,
2003 to Credit Agreement dated as of March
7, 2003 between Lamar Media and the
Subsidiary Guarantors party thereto, the
Lenders party thereto, and JPMorgan Chase
Bank, as Administrative Agent by Premere
Outdoor, Inc.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.1 to
Lamar Medias
Quarterly Report on
Form 10-Q for the
period ended
September 30, 2003
(File No. 1-12407)
filed on November
5, 2003, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(g)(4)
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Joinder Agreement dated as of April 19, 2004
to Credit Agreement dated as of March 7,
2003 between Lamar Media and Lamar Canadian
Outdoor Company, the Lenders party thereto
and JPMorgan Chase Bank, as Administrative
Agent.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.1 to the
Companys Quarterly
Report on Form 10-Q
for the period
ended June 30, 2004
(File No. 0-30242)
filed on August 6,
2004, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(g)(5)
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Joinder Agreement to Credit Agreement dated
as of March 7, 2003 among Lamar Media, the
Subsidiary Guarantors party thereto, the
Lenders party thereto and JPMorgan Chase
Bank, as Administrative Agent, by certain of
Lamar Medias subsidiaries, dated as of
January 19, 2005.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.1 to the
Companys Quarterly
Report on Form 10-Q
for the period
ended March 31,
2005 (File No.
0-30242) filed on
May 6, 2005, and
incorporated herein
by reference.
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10(h)(1)
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Credit Agreement dated as of September 30,
2005 between Lamar Media and JPMorgan Chase
Bank, N.A., as Administrative Agent.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.1 to the
Companys Current
Report on Form 8-K
(File No. 0-30242)
filed on September
30, 2005, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(h)(2)
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Amendment No. 1 dated as of October 5, 2006
to the Credit Agreement dated as of
September 30, 2005 between Lamar Media, the
Subsidiary Guarantors named therein and
JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Administrative
Agent.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.2 to the
Companys Current
Report on Form 8-K
(File No. 0-30242)
filed on October 6,
2006, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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EXHIBIT |
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NUMBER |
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DESCRIPTION |
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METHOD OF FILING |
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10(h)(3)
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Amendment No. 2 dated as of December 11,
2006 to the Credit Agreement dated as of
September 30, 2005 between Lamar Media
Corp., the Subsidiary Borrower named
therein, the Subsidiary Guarantors named
therein and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as
Administrative Agent.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 99.1 to the
Companys Current
Report on Form 8-K
(file No. 0-30242)
filed on December
14, 2006, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(h)(4)
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Joinder Agreement to Credit Agreement dated
as of September 30, 2005 among Lamar Media,
the Subsidiary Guarantors party thereto, the
Lenders parties thereto, and JPMorgan Chase
Bank, as Administrative Agent, by Daum
Advertising Company, Inc., dated as of July
21, 2006.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.18 to
Lamar Medias Form
S-4 (File No.
333-138142) filed
on October 23,
2006, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(i)
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Tranche C Term Loan Agreement dated as of
February 6, 2004 between Lamar Media, the
Subsidiary Guarantors a party thereto, the
Tranche C Loan Lenders a party thereto and
JPMorgan Chase Bank, as administrative
agent.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 4.2 to the
Companys Quarterly
Report on Form 10-Q
for the period
ended March 31,
2004 (File No.
0-30242) filed on
May 10, 2004, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(j)
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Tranche D Term Loan Agreement dated August
12, 2004 among Lamar Media, the Subsidiary
Guarantors thereunder, the Lenders party
thereto and JP Morgan Chase Bank, as
Administrative Agent.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.1 to the
Companys Quarterly
Report on Form 10-Q
for the period
ended September 30,
2004 (File No.
0-30242) filed on
November 15, 2004,
and incorporated
herein by
reference. |
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10(k)
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Series A Incremental Loan Agreement dated as
of February 8, 2006 between Lamar Media, the
Subsidiary Guarantors named therein, the
Series A Incremental Lenders named therein
and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as
Administrative Agent for the Company.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.15 of
the Companys on
Form 10-K for the
year ended December
31, 2005 (File No.
0-30242) filed on
March 15, 2006, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(l)
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Series B Incremental Loan Agreement dated as
of October 5, 2006 between Lamar Media, the
Subsidiary Guarantors named therein, the
Series B Incremental Lenders named therein
and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as
Administrative Agent for the Company.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 10.1 to the
Companys Current
Report on Form 8-K
(file No. 0-30242)
filed on October 6,
2006, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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10(m)
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Series C Incremental Loan Agreement dated as
of December 21, 2006 between Lamar Media
Corp., Lamar Transit Advertising Canada
Ltd., the Subsidiary Guarantors named
therein, the Series C Incremental Lenders
and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as
Administrative Agent and JPMorgan Chase
Bank, N.A., Toronto Branch, acting as
sub-agent of the Administrative Agent.
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Previously filed as
Exhibit 99.1 to the
Companys Current
Report on Form 8-K
(file No. 0-30242)
filed on December
22, 2006, and
incorporated herein
by reference. |
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11(a)
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Statement regarding computation of per share
earnings for the Company.
|
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Filed herewith. |
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12(a)
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Statement regarding computation of earnings
to fixed charges for the Company.
|
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Filed herewith. |
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12(b)
|
|
Statement regarding computation of earning
to fixed charges for Lamar Media
|
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Filed herewith. |
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EXHIBIT |
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NUMBER |
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DESCRIPTION |
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METHOD OF FILING |
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14(a)
|
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Lamar Advertising Company Code of Business
Conduct and Ethics.
|
|
Previously filed as
Exhibit 14.1 to the Companys Annual Report on
Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2003 (File
No. 0-30242) filed on March 10, 2004 and incorporated
herein by reference. |
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21(a)
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Subsidiaries of the Company.
|
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Filed herewith. |
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23(a)
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Consent of KPMG LLP.
|
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Filed herewith. |
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31(a)
|
|
Certification of the Chief Executive Officer
of the Company and Lamar Media pursuant to
Securities Exchange Act Rules 13a-14(a) and
15d-14(a) as adopted pursuant to Section 302
of the Sarbanes- Oxley Act of 2002.
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Filed herewith. |
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31(b)
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Certification of the Chief Financial Officer
of the Company and Lamar Media pursuant to
Securities Exchange Act Rules 13a-14(a) and
15d-14(a) as adopted pursuant to Section 302
of the Sarbanes- Oxley Act of 2002.
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Filed herewith. |
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32(a)
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Certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section
1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of
the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
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Filed herewith. |
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Denotes management contract or compensatory plan or
arrangement in which the executive officers or directors of
the Company participate. |
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exv10wxby
Exhibit 10(b)
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN
1. Purpose.
This 2000 Employee Stock Purchase Plan (the Plan) is adopted by Lamar Advertising Company
(the Company) to provide Eligible Employees who wish to become shareholders of the Company an
opportunity to purchase shares of Class A Common Stock, par value $.001 per share, of the Company
(Common Stock). The Plan is intended to qualify as an employee stock purchase plan under
Section 423 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the Code), and the provisions of
the Plan shall be construed so as to extend and limit participation in a manner consistent with the
requirements of Section 423; provided that, if and to the extent authorized by the Board, the fact
that the Plan does not comply in all respects with the requirements of Section 423 shall not affect
the operation of the Plan or the rights of Employees hereunder.
2. Certain Definitions.
As used in this Plan:
(a) Board means the Board of Directors of the Company, and Committee means the Executive
Committee of the Board or such other committee as the Board may appoint from time to time to
administer the Plan.
(b) Coordinator means the officer of the Company or other person charged with day-to-day
supervision of the Plan as appointed from time to time by the Board or the Committee.
(c) Designated Beneficiary means a person designated by an Employee in the manner prescribed
by the Committee or the Coordinator to receive certain benefits provided in this Plan in the event
of the death of the Employee.
(d) Eligible Employee with respect to any Offering hereunder means any Employee who, as of
the Offering Commencement Date for such Offering:
(i) has been a Full-time Employee of the Company or any of its Subsidiaries for not less than
twelve months; and
(ii) would not, immediately after any right to acquire Shares in such Offering is granted, own
stock or rights to purchase stock possessing five percent (5%) or more of the total combined voting
power or value of all classes of stock of the Company or of any subsidiary corporation, determined
in accordance with Section 423.
(e) Employee means an employee (as that term is used in Section 423) of the Company or any
of its Subsidiaries.
(f) Fair Market Value of a Share shall mean the fair market value of a share of Common
Stock, as determined by the Committee.
(g) Full-time Employee is an Employee whose customary employment is for more than (i) 20
hours per week and (ii) five months, in the calendar year during which the respective Offering
Commencement Date occurs.
(h) Offering is an offering of Shares pursuant to Section 5 of the Plan.
(i) Offering Commencement Date means the date on which an Offering under the Plan commences,
and Offering Termination Date means the date on which an Offering under the Plan terminates.
(j) Purchase Date means each date on which the rights granted under the Plan may be
exercised for the purchase of Shares.
(k) Section 423 and subdivisions thereof refer to Section 423 of the Code or any successor
provision(s).
(l) Shares means shares of Common Stock.
(m) Subsidiary means a subsidiary corporation, as defined in Section 424 of the Code, of the
Company the Employees of which are designated by the Board of Directors or the Committee as
eligible to participate in the Plan.
3. Administration of the Plan.
The Committee shall administer, interpret and apply all provisions of the Plan as it deems
necessary or appropriate, subject, however, at all times to the final jurisdiction of the Board of
Directors. The Board may in any instance perform any of the functions of the Committee hereunder.
The Committee may delegate administrative responsibilities to the Coordinator, who shall, for
matters involving the Plan, be an ex officio member of the Committee. Determinations made by the
Committee and approved by the Board of Directors with respect to any provision of the Plan or
matter arising in connection therewith shall be final, conclusive and binding upon the Company and
upon all participants, their heirs or legal representatives.
4. Shares Subject to the Plan.
The maximum aggregate number of Shares that may be purchased upon exercise of rights granted
under the Plan shall be 500,000 plus an annual increase to be added on the first day of each fiscal
year of the Company beginning with the 2001 fiscal year equal to the least of (i) 500,000 Shares,
(ii) one-tenth of one percent of the total number of Shares outstanding on the last day of the
preceding fiscal year, and (iii) a lesser amount determined by the Board. Appropriate adjustments
in such amount, the number of Shares covered by outstanding rights granted hereunder, the
securities that may be purchased hereunder, the Exercise Price, and the maximum number of Shares or
other securities that an employee may purchase (pursuant to Section 8 below) shall be made to give
effect to any mergers, consolidations, reorganizations, recapitalizations, stock splits, stock
dividends or other relevant changes in the capitalization of
the Company occurring after the effective date of the Plan; provided that any fractional Share
otherwise issuable hereunder as a result of such an adjustment shall be adjusted downward to the
nearest full Share. Any agreement of merger or consolidation involving the Company will include
appropriate provisions for protection of the then existing rights of participating employees under
the Plan. Either authorized and unissued Shares or treasury Shares may be purchased under the
Plan. The Committee may impose restrictions on transfer on Shares purchased under the Plan. If
for any reason any right under the Plan terminates in whole or in part, Shares subject to such
terminated right may again be subjected to a right under the Plan.
5. Offerings; Participation.
(a) From time to time, the Company, by action of the Committee, will grant rights to purchase
Shares to Eligible Employees pursuant to one or more Offerings, each having an Offering
Commencement Date, an Offering Termination Date, and one or more Purchase Dates as designated by
the Committee. No Offering may last longer than twenty-seven (27) months or such longer period as
may then be consistent with Section 423. The Committee may limit the number of Shares issuable in
any Offering, either before or during such Offering.
(b) Participation in each Offering shall be limited to Eligible Employees who elect to
participate in such Offering in the manner, and within the time limitations, established by the
Committee. No person otherwise eligible to participate in any Offering under the Plan shall be
entitled to participate if he or she has elected not to participate. Any such election not to
participate may be revoked only with the consent of the Committee.
(c) An Employee who has elected to participate in an Offering may make such changes in the
level of payroll deductions as the Committee may permit from time to time, or may withdraw from
such Offering, by giving written notice to the Company before any Purchase Date. No Employee who
has withdrawn from participating in an Offering may resume participation in the same Offering, but
he or she may participate in any subsequent Offering if otherwise eligible.
(d) Upon termination of a participating Employees employment for any reason, including
retirement but excluding death or disability (as defined in Section 22(e)(3) of the Code) while in
the employ of the Company or a Subsidiary, such Employee will be deemed to have withdrawn from
participation in all pending Offerings to the extent administratively feasible.
(e) Upon termination of a participating Employees employment because of disability or death,
the Employee or his or her Designated Beneficiary, if any, as the case may be, shall have the right
to elect, with respect to each Offering in which the Employee was then participating, by written
notice given to the Coordinator within 30 days after the date of termination of employment (but not
later than the next applicable Purchase Date for each Offering), either (i) to withdraw from such
Offering or (ii) to exercise the Employees right to purchase Shares on the next Purchase Date of
such Offering to the extent of the accumulated payroll deductions in the Employees account at the
date of termination of employment. If no such election with respect to any Offering is made within
such period, the Employee shall be deemed to have withdrawn from such Offering on the date of
termination of employment. The
foregoing election is not available to any person, such as a legal representative, as such,
other than the Employee or a Designated Beneficiary.
6. Exercise Price.
The rights granted under the Plan shall be exercised and Shares shall be purchased at a price
per Share (the Exercise Price) determined by the Committee from time to time; provided that the
Exercise Price shall not be less than eighty-five percent (85%) of the Fair Market Value of a Share
on (a) the respective Offering Commencement Date or (b) the respective Purchase Date, whichever is
lower.
7. Exercise of Rights; Method of Payment.
(a) Participating Employees may pay for Shares purchased upon exercise of rights granted
hereunder solely through regular payroll deductions. No interest shall be paid upon payroll
deductions (whether or not used to purchase Shares) unless specifically provided for by the
Committee. All payroll deductions received or held by the Company under this Plan may be used by
the Company for any corporate purpose, and the Company shall not be obligated to segregate such
amounts.
(b) Subject to any applicable limitation on purchases under the Plan, and unless the Employee
has previously withdrawn from the respective Offering, rights granted to a participating Employee
under the Plan will be exercised automatically on the Purchase Date of the respective Offering
coinciding with the Offering Termination Date, and the Committee may provide that such rights may
at the election of the Employee be exercised on one or more other Purchase Dates designated by the
Committee within the period of the Offering, for the purchase of the number of Shares that may be
purchased at the applicable Exercise Price with the accumulated payroll deductions as of the
respective Purchase Date. Fractional Shares will be issued under the Plan, unless the Committee
determines otherwise. If fractional Shares are not issued, any amount that would otherwise have
been applied to the purchase of a fractional Share shall be retained and applied to the purchase of
Shares in the following Offering unless the respective Employee elects otherwise. The Company will
deliver to each participating Employee or to an account of the participating Employee designated by
the Committee evidence of ownership of the shares of Common Stock purchased within a reasonable
time after the Purchase Date in such form as the Committee determines will give the participating
Employee full ownership of and rights to transfer the Shares. The Committee may require that the
participating Employee hold such Shares in an account of the participating Employee designated by
the Committee.
(c) Any amounts withheld from the Employees compensation that are not used for the purchase
of Shares, whether because of such Employees withdrawal from participation in an Offering
(voluntarily, upon termination of employment, or otherwise) or for any other reason, except as
provided in Section 7(b), shall be repaid to the Employee or his or her Designated Beneficiary or
legal representative, as applicable, within a reasonable time thereafter.
(d) The Companys obligation to offer, sell and deliver Shares under the Plan at any time is
subject to (i) the approval of any governmental authority required in connection with the
authorized issuance or sale of such Shares, (ii) satisfaction of the listing requirements of any
national securities exchange or securities market on which the Common Stock is then listed, and
(iii) compliance, in the opinion of the Companys counsel, with all applicable federal and state
securities and other laws.
8. Limitations on Purchase Rights.
(a) Any provision of the Plan or any other employee stock purchase plan of the Company or any
subsidiary (collectively, Other Plans) to the contrary notwithstanding, no Employee shall be
granted the right to purchase Common Stock (or other stock of the Company and any subsidiary) under
the Plan and all Other Plans at a rate that exceeds an aggregate of $25,000 (or such other maximum
as may be prescribed from time to time by Section 423) in Fair Market Value of such stock
(determined at the time the rights are granted) for each calendar year in which any such right is
outstanding.
(b) An Employees participation in any one or a combination of Offerings under the Plan shall
not exceed such additional limits as the Committee may from time to time impose.
9. Tax Withholding.
Each participating Employee shall pay to the Company or the applicable Subsidiary, or make
provision satisfactory to the Committee for payment of, any taxes required by law to be withheld in
respect of the purchase or disposition of Shares no later than the date of the event creating the
tax liability. In the Committees discretion and subject to applicable law, such tax obligations
may be paid in whole or in part by delivery of Shares to the Company, including Shares purchased
under the Plan, valued at Fair Market Value on the date of delivery. The Company or the applicable
Subsidiary may, to the extent permitted by law, deduct any such tax obligations from any payment of
any kind otherwise due to the Employee or withhold Shares purchased hereunder, which shall be
valued at Fair Market Value on the date of withholding.
10. Participants Rights as Shareholders and Employees.
(a) No participating Employee shall have any rights as a shareholder in the Shares covered by
a right granted hereunder until such right has been exercised, full payment has been made for such
Shares, and the Share certificate is actually issued.
(b) Neither the adoption, maintenance, nor operation of the Plan nor any grant of rights
hereunder shall entitle any Employee to continued employment or other service with the Company or
any Subsidiary or restrict the right of any of such entities to terminate such employment or
service or otherwise change the terms of such employment or service at any time or for any reason
11. Rights Not Transferable.
Rights under the Plan are not assignable or transferable by a participating Employee other
than by will or the laws of descent and distribution and, during the Employees lifetime, are
exercisable only by the Employee. The Company may treat any attempted inter vivos assignment as an
election to withdraw from all pending Offerings.
12. Amendments to or Termination of the Plan.
The Board shall have the right to amend, modify or terminate the Plan at any time without
notice, subject to any stockholder approval that the Board determines to be necessary or advisable;
provided that the rights of Employees hereunder with respect to any ongoing or completed Offering
shall not be adversely affected.
13. Governing Law.
Subject to overriding federal law, the Plan shall be governed by and interpreted consistently
with the laws of Delaware.
14. Effective Date and Term.
This Plan will become effective on April 1, 2000. No rights shall be granted under the Plan
after April 1, 2010.
exv11wxay
EXHIBIT
11(a)
Lamar Advertising Company and Subsidiaries Earnings Per Share Computation Information
Years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004
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Year Ended |
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Year Ended |
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Year Ended |
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December 31, |
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December 31, |
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December 31, |
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2006 |
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2005 |
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2004 |
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Net income applicable to common stock |
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$ |
43,534,000 |
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$ |
41,414,000 |
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$ |
12,790,000 |
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Weighted average common shares outstanding |
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102,720,744 |
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105,605,873 |
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104,041,030 |
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Shares issueable upon exercise of stock options |
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774,778 |
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483,884 |
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530,453 |
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Incremental shares of convertible debt |
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Weighted average common shares and common
equivalents outstanding |
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103,495,522 |
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106,089,757 |
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104,571,483 |
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Net income per common share basic and diluted |
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$ |
0.42 |
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$ |
0.39 |
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$ |
0.12 |
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The above earnings per share (EPS) calculations are submitted in accordance with Statement of
Financial Accounting Standards No. 128. An EPS calculation in accordance with Regulation S-K item
601 (b) (11) is not shown above for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004 because it
produces an antidilutive result. The following information is disclosed for purposes of calculating
antidilutive EPS for that period.
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Year Ended |
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Year Ended |
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Year Ended |
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December 31, |
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December 31, |
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December 31, |
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2006 |
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2005 |
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2004 |
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Net income (loss) applicable to common stock |
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$ |
43,534,000 |
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$ |
41,414,000 |
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$ |
12,790,000 |
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Income impact of assumed conversions |
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5,042,031 |
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5,042,031 |
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5,042,031 |
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Income
(loss) available to common shareholders plus assumed conversion |
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$ |
48,576,031 |
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$ |
46,456,031 |
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$ |
17,832,031 |
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Weighted average common shares outstanding |
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102,720,744 |
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105,605,873 |
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104,041,030 |
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Shares issuable upon exercise of stock options |
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774,778 |
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483,884 |
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530,453 |
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Incremental shares from convertible debt |
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5,581,755 |
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5,581,755 |
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5,581,755 |
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Weighted average common shares plus dilutive
potential common shares |
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109,077,277 |
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111,671,512 |
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110,153,238 |
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Net income (loss) per common share |
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$ |
0.45 |
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$ |
0.42 |
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$ |
0.16 |
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exv12wxay
Exhibit 12(a)
COMPUTATION OF RATIO OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES(1)
The following table sets forth Lamar Advertisings ratio of earnings to fixed charges for the
periods indicated.
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YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, |
(dollars in thousands) |
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2001 |
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2002 |
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2003 |
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2004 |
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2005 |
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2006 |
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Net income (loss) |
|
(108,634 |
) |
(36,328 |
) |
(39,755 |
) |
13,155 |
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41,779 |
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43,899 |
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Income tax (benefit) expense |
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(45,674 |
) |
(19,694 |
) |
(23,573 |
) |
11,305 |
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31,899 |
|
34,227 |
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Fixed charges |
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174,143 |
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158,084 |
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142,545 |
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127,933 |
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147,069 |
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173,889 |
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Earnings |
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19,835 |
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102,062 |
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79,217 |
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152,393 |
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220,747 |
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252,015 |
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Interest expense, net |
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132,200 |
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112,404 |
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93,285 |
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75,584 |
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89,160 |
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111,644 |
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Rents under leases
representative of an
interest factor (1/3) |
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41,578 |
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45,315 |
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48,895 |
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51,984 |
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57,544 |
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61,880 |
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Preferred dividends |
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365 |
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365 |
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365 |
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365 |
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365 |
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365 |
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Fixed charges |
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174,143 |
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158,084 |
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142,545 |
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127,933 |
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147,069 |
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173,889 |
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Ratio of earnings to
fixed
charges(2) |
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0.1 |
x |
0.6 |
x |
0.6 |
x |
1.2 |
x |
1.5 |
x |
1.5 |
x |
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(1) |
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The ratio of earnings to fixed charges is defined as earnings divided by fixed charges.
For purposes of this ratio, earnings is defined as net income (loss) before income taxes and
cumulative effect of a change in accounting principle and fixed charges. Fixed charges is
defined as the sum of interest expense, preferred stock dividends and the component of rental
expense that we believe to be representative of the interest factor for those amounts. |
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(2) |
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For the years ended December 31, 2001, 2002 and 2003, earnings were insufficient to cover
fixed charges by $154.3 million, $56.0 million and $63.3 million, respectively. |
exv12wxby
Exhibit 12(b)
COMPUTATION OF RATION OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES(1)
The following table sets forth Lamar Medias ratio of earnings to fixed charges for the periods indicted.
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YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, |
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(dollars in thousands) |
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2001 |
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2002 |
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2003 |
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2004 |
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2005 |
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2006 |
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Net income (loss) |
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$ |
(97,566 |
) |
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$ |
(24,958 |
) |
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$ |
(22,168 |
) |
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$ |
24,219 |
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$ |
47,470 |
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$ |
45,232 |
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Income tax (benefit) expense |
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(38,870 |
) |
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(12,434 |
) |
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(12,338 |
) |
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11,764 |
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35,488 |
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35,753 |
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Fixed charges |
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153,964 |
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139,376 |
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126,245 |
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116,409 |
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137,889 |
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171,686 |
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Earnings |
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17,528 |
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101,984 |
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91,739 |
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152,392 |
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220,847 |
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252,671 |
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Interest expense, net |
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112,386 |
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|
94,061 |
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77,350 |
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64,425 |
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80,345 |
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109,806 |
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Rent under leases representative
of an interest factor (1/3) |
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41,578 |
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45,315 |
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48,895 |
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51,984 |
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57,544 |
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|
61,880 |
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Preferred dividends |
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0 |
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0 |
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0 |
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0 |
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0 |
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0 |
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Fixed charges |
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153,964 |
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139,376 |
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126,245 |
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116,409 |
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137,889 |
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171,686 |
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Ratio of earnings to fixed
charges(2) |
|
|
0.1x |
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|
0.7x |
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|
0.7x |
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1.3x |
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1.6x |
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1.5x |
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(1) |
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The ratio of earnings to fixed charges is defined as earnings
divided by fixed charges. For purposes of this ratio, earnings is defined as net
income (loss) before income taxes and cumulative effect of a
change in accounting principle and fixed charges. Fixed charges is defined as the sum of
interest expenses, preferred stock dividends and the component of rental expense that we believe to be representative of the interest factor for those amounts. |
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(2) |
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For the years ended December 31, 2001, 2002 and 2003, earnings were insufficient to cover fixed charges by $136.4 million, $37.4 million and $34.5 million, respectively. |
exv21wxay
Exhibit 21(a)
Subsidiaries as of December 31, 2006
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EXACT NAME OF SUBSIDIARY |
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STATE OR OTHER JURISDICTION OF |
AS SPECIFIED IN ITS CHARTER |
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INCORPORATION OR ORGANIZATION |
Lamar Media Corp.
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Delaware |
American Signs, Inc.
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Washington |
Canadian TODS Limited
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Nova Scotia, Canada |
Colorado Logos, Inc.
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Colorado |
Delaware Logos, L.L.C.
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|
Delaware |
Florida Logos, Inc.
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Florida |
Georgia
Logos, L.L.C.
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|
Georgia |
Interstate Logos, L.L.C.
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Louisiana |
Kansas Logos, Inc.
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Kansas |
Kentucky Logos, LLC
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Kentucky |
Lamar Advantage GP Company, LLC
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|
Delaware |
Lamar Advantage Holding Company
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|
Delaware |
Lamar Advantage LP Company, LLC
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|
Delaware |
Lamar Advantage Outdoor Company, L.P.
|
|
Delaware |
Lamar Advertising Company
|
|
Delaware |
Lamar Advertising of Colorado Springs, Inc.
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|
Colorado |
Lamar Advertising of Kentucky, Inc.
|
|
Kentucky |
Lamar Advertising of Louisiana, L.L.C.
|
|
Louisiana |
Lamar Advertising of Michigan, Inc.
|
|
Michigan |
Lamar Advertising of Oklahoma, Inc.
|
|
Oklahoma |
Lamar Advertising of Penn, LLC
|
|
Delaware |
Lamar Advertising of Puerto Rico, Inc.
|
|
Puerto Rico |
Lamar Advertising of South Dakota, Inc.
|
|
South Dakota |
Lamar Advertising of Youngstown, Inc.
|
|
Delaware |
Lamar Advertising Southwest, Inc.
|
|
Nevada |
Lamar Air, L.L.C.
|
|
Louisiana |
Lamar Benches, Inc.
|
|
Oklahoma |
Lamar Canadian Outdoor Company
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British Columbia, Canada |
Lamar Central Outdoor, LLC
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Delaware |
Lamar DOA Tennessee Holdings, Inc.
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Delaware |
Lamar DOA Tennessee, Inc.
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Delaware |
Lamar Electrical, Inc.
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Louisiana |
Lamar Florida, Inc.
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Florida |
Lamar I-40 West, Inc.
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Oklahoma |
Lamar Obie Corporation
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Delaware |
Lamar OCI North Corporation
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Delaware |
Lamar OCI South Corporation
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Mississippi |
Lamar Ohio Outdoor Holding Corp.
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Ohio |
Lamar Oklahoma Holding Company, Inc.
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Oklahoma |
Lamar Pensacola Transit, Inc.
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Florida |
Lamar T.T.R., L.L.C.
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Arizona |
Lamar Tennessee, L.L.C.
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Tennessee |
Lamar Texas General Partner, Inc.
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Louisiana |
Lamar Texas Limited Partnership
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Texas |
Lamar Transit Advertising Canada Ltd.
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British Columbia, Canada |
Exhibit 21(a)
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EXACT NAME OF SUBSIDIARY |
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STATE OR OTHER JURISDICTION OF |
AS SPECIFIED IN ITS CHARTER |
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INCORPORATION OR ORGANIZATION |
LC Billboard L.L.C.
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Delaware |
Maine Logos, L.L.C.
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Maine |
Michigan Logos, Inc.
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Michigan |
Minnesota Logos, Inc.
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Minnesota |
Mississippi Logos, L.L.C.
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Mississippi |
Missouri Logos, LLC
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Missouri |
Nebraska Logos, Inc.
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Nebraska |
Nevada Logos, Inc.
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Nevada |
New Jersey Logos, L.L.C.
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New Jersey |
New Mexico Logos, Inc.
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New Mexico |
O. B. Walls, Inc.
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Oregon |
Obie Billboard, LLC
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Oregon |
Ohio Logos, Inc.
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Ohio |
Oklahoma Logos, L.L.C.
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Oklahoma |
Outdoor Marketing Systems, Inc.
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Pennsylvania |
Outdoor Marketing Systems, L.L.C.
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Pennsylvania |
Outdoor Promotions West, LLC
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Delaware |
Premere Outdoor, Inc.
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Illinois |
QMC Transit, Inc.
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Puerto Rico |
South Carolina Logos, Inc.
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South Carolina |
Tennessee Logos, Inc.
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Tennessee |
Texas Logos, L.P.
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Texas |
The Lamar Company, L.L.C.
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Louisiana |
TLC Farms, L.L.C.
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Louisiana |
TLC Properties II, Inc.
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Texas |
TLC Properties, Inc.
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Louisiana |
TLC Properties, L.L.C.
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Louisiana |
Triumph Outdoor Holdings, LLC
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Delaware |
Triumph Outdoor Rhode Island, LLC
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Delaware |
Utah Logos, Inc.
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Utah |
Virginia Logos, LLC
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Virginia |
Washington Logos, L.L.C.
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Washington |
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EXHIBIT
23(a)
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
The Board of Directors
Lamar Advertising Company:
We consent to incorporation by reference in the Registration Statements of Lamar Advertising
Company and Lamar Media Corp. on Forms S-8 (Nos. 333-89034, 333-10337, 333-79571, 333-37858,
333-34840, 333-116007, 333-116008 and 333-130267), S-3 (No. 333-108688 and 333-48288) and S-4 (No.
333-108689, 333-120937, and 333-48266) of (a) our reports dated February 28, 2007 with respect to
Lamar Advertising Company and subsidiaries consolidated financial statements and related financial
statement schedule, managements assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial
reporting and the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, (b) our reports dated
February 28, 2007 with respect to Lamar Media Corp. and subsidiaries consolidated financial
statements and related financial statement schedule, managements assessment of the effectiveness
of internal control over financial reporting and the effectiveness of internal control over
financial reporting which reports appear in the December 31, 2006, annual report on Form 10-K of
Lamar Advertising Company.
Our reports refer to the adoption of Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 123 (revised),
Share-Based Payment and that the Companies changed their
method of quantifying errors in 2006.
/s/ KPMG LLP
KPMG LLP
New Orleans, Louisiana
February 28, 2007
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Exhibit 31(a)
CERTIFICATION
I, Kevin P. Reilly, Jr., certify that:
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I have reviewed this combined annual report on Form 10-K of Lamar Advertising Company
and Lamar Media Corp.; |
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Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material
fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the
circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period
covered by this report; |
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Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information
included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition,
results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented
in this report; |
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The registrants other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and
maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and
15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules
13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrants and have: |
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Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure
controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material
information relating to the registrants, including their consolidated subsidiaries, is
made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in
which this report is being prepared; |
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Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such
internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, 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; |
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Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrants disclosure controls and
procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the
disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report
based on such evaluation; and |
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Disclosed in this report any change in the registrants internal control over
financial reporting that occurred during the registrants most
recent fiscal quarter (the registrants fourth fiscal quarter in
the case of an annual report) that has
materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrants
internal control over financial reporting; and |
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The registrants other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most
recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrants auditors
and the audit committee of the registrants board of directors (or persons performing the
equivalent functions): |
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All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation
of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely
affect the registrants abilities to record, process, summarize and report financial
information; and |
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Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees
who have a significant role in the registrants internal control over financial
reporting. |
Date:
February 28, 2007
/s/ Kevin P. Reilly, Jr.
Kevin P. Reilly, Jr.
Chief Executive Officer, Lamar Advertising Company
Chief Executive Officer, Lamar Media Corp.
exv31wxby
Exhibit 31(b)
CERTIFICATION
I, Keith A. Istre, certify that:
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I have reviewed this combined annual report on Form 10-K of Lamar Advertising Company
and Lamar Media Corp.; |
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Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material
fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the
circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period
covered by this report; |
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Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information
included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition,
results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented
in this report; |
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The registrants other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and
maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and
15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules
13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrants and have: |
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Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure
controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material
information relating to the registrants, including their consolidated subsidiaries, is
made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in
which this report is being prepared; |
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Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such
internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, 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; |
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Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrants disclosure controls and
procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the
disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report
based on such evaluation; and |
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Disclosed in this report any change in the registrants internal control over
financial reporting that occurred during the registrants most
recent fiscal quarter (the registrants fourth fiscal quarter in
the case of an annual report) that has
materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrants
internal control over financial reporting; and |
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The registrants other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most
recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrants auditors
and the audit committee of the registrants board of directors (or persons performing the
equivalent functions): |
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All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation
of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely
affect the registrants abilities to record, process, summarize and report financial
information; and |
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Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees
who have a significant role in the registrants internal control over financial
reporting. |
Date:
February 28, 2007
/s/ Keith A. Istre
Keith A. Istre
Chief Financial Officer, Lamar Advertising Company
Chief Financial Officer, Lamar Media Corp.
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Exhibit 32(a)
LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
LAMAR MEDIA CORP.
Certification of Periodic Financial Report
Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350
as Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Each of the undersigned officers of Lamar Advertising Company (Lamar) and Lamar Media Corp.
(Media) certifies, to his knowledge and solely for the purposes of 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as
adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that the combined Annual Report
on Form 10-K of Lamar and Media for the year ended December 31, 2006 fully complies with the
requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and that information
contained in that combined Form 10-K fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial
condition and results of operations of Lamar and Media.
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Dated:
February 28, 2007
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By:
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/s/ Kevin P. Reilly, Jr.
Kevin P. Reilly, Jr.
Chief Executive Officer, Lamar Advertising Company
Chief Executive Officer, Lamar Media Corp.
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Dated:
February 28, 2007
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By:
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/s/ Keith A. Istre |
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Keith A. Istre
Chief Financial Officer, Lamar Advertising Company
Chief Financial Officer, Lamar Media Corp. |
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