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COUNTY OF NEWELL, ALBERTA, CANADA
2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT
FOR THE FISCAL PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2013
Produced by the Finance Department in cooperation with all County departments
For information on programs and services, or to obtain a copy of this document, contact:
ADMINISTRATION
Telephone: 403-362-3266
E -Mail: administration@newellmail.ca
The 2013 Annual Financial Report is available online at www.countyofnewell.ab.ca
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1
THE COUNTY OF NEWELL
❖ Vision & Mission 7
❖ County Profile 8
❖ County Council 9
❖ Organizational Chart 10
SECTION 2
REPORT FROM THE MANAGER OF FINANCE
❖ Introduction 14
❖ GFOA Canadian Award for Financial Reporting 14
❖ Management Reporting & Control 15
❖ Financial Indicators Discussion & Analysis 16
SECTION 3
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
❖ Management's Responsibility for the Consolidated Financial Statements 29
❖ Independent Auditors' Report 30
❖ Consolidated Statement of Financial Position 31
❖ Consolidated Statement of Financial Activities 32
❖ Consolidated Statement of Change in Net Financial Assets 33
❖ Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows 34
❖ Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 35
❖ Schedule of Segmented Disclosures 52
SECTION 4
FINANCIAL & STATISTICAL SECTION
❖ Demographic Statistics 56
❖ Expenses by Function 57
❖ Expenses by Object 57
❖ Revenues by Source 58
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THE COUNTY OF NEWELL
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VISION 8 MISSION STATEMENT
VISION S TATEMEN T
To encourage and support sustainable growth and quality of life.
MISSION STATEMENT
The County of Newell
through leadership and policy
provides services, structure and stability.
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COUNTY PROFILE
The County of Newell is a rural municipality (5900 sq. km.) located in southeast Alberta in an area
bounded by the City of Calgary 180 km east, 100 km west of the City of Medicine Hat, and 150 km
northeast of the City of Lethbridge. The largest urban communities within the County are the City of
Brooks and the Town of Bassano.
The County provides a number of services — directly orjointly with other municipalities — to the residents
of the rural area and Hamlets. These services include general administration and maintenance,
fire protection, road maintenance, planning and development administration, agricultural services,
recreation and parks, family and community support services and bylaw enforcement.
The County has a dynamic and diverse economy driven by three pillars: Agriculture; Oil and Gas; and
Tourism. There are approximately 500 primary agricultural producers in the County, and approximately
1500 non-agricultural business enterprises within the County and its municipalities.
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The County of Newell has a thriving
and extensive agricultural base with
ready access to Calgary and its
global transportation linkages. With
a younger work force and average
farm receipts in the range of $100,000
to $249,999, the region is home to
some of the most profitable farmers in
Alberta.
The County has one of Alberta's most
active natural gas fields. There are
roughly 30,000 wells in the County,
which accounts for half of all wells in
Alberta, and 37% of all wells in Canada.
Approximately 170 production and
service companies employ 4,000 to
5,000 people in the energy sector in
the region.
Key tourism anchors include Lake
Newell - one of Canada's largest man-
made lakes, Dinosaur Provincial Park
- a UNESCO World Heritage Site,
and recreation activity as diverse as
golfing, boating, camping, fishing,
hunting, and wildlife watching.
Business costs are low. Quality of life
is high —with a full range of recreation,
health and cultural amenities.
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COUNTY COUNCIL
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SECTION 2
REPORT FROM THE
MANAGER OF FINANCE
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REPORT FROM THE MANAGER OF FINANCE
INTRODUCTION
The annual financial report provides readers with an opportunity to assess the County's financial
activities and available resources. It also provides an opportunity to analyze and comment on the
principal features of the financial information contained in the 2013 audited Consolidated Financial
Statements and to highlight key financial results that occurred during the year. Management at the
County of Newell is responsible for the information contained in the annual financial report.
GFOA CANADIAN AWARD FOR FINANCIAL REPORTING
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) awarded a
Canadian Award for Financial Reporting to the County of Newell for its annual financial report for the
fiscal year ended December 31, 2012. The Canadian Award for Financial Reporting program was
established to encourage municipal governments throughout Canada to publish high quality financial
reports and to provide peer recognition and technical guidance for officials preparing these reports.
In order to be awarded a Canadian Award for Financial Reporting, a government unit must publish an
easily readable and efficiently organized
annual financial report, whose contents
conform to program standards. Such
reports should go beyond the minimum
requirements of generally accepted
accounting principles and demonstrate an
Government Finance Officers Association effort to clearly communicate the municipal
government's financial picture, enhance
Canadian Award an understanding of financial reporting by
for municipal governments, and address user
Financial Reporting needs
Presented to A Canadian Award for Financial Reporting
County of Newell is valid for a period of one year only.
We believe our current report continues
Alberta to conform to the Canadian Award for
For its Annual Financial Reporting program requirements,
Financial Report and we are submitting it to GFOA.
for the Year Ended
December 31, 2012
Executive Director/CEO
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REPORT FROM THE MANAGER OF FINANCE
MANAGEMENT REPORTING & CONTROL
The major components of the County's financial management and control programs include the budget
process, accounting procedures, external audit, investment and purchasing policies which are described
below.
Budaet Process
On an annual basis, Council considers a proposed operating budget and a five year capital forecast
and adopts the budget for the coming year. The budget process involves council, department heads,
staff and the public. Council approves the budget taking into account current economic conditions,
provincial policy changes and service needs within the County. It should be noted that under provincial
legislation sufficient revenues must be raised to meet all budgeted expenditures.
After the budget is adopted by Council, expenditures are controlled against budget by formal purchasing
policies and financial systems designed specifically to prevent budget overruns.
Accountina Procedures
The County's accounting system and related internal controls are designed to provide reasonable
assurance that financial records are complete and accurate and that assets are safeguarded against
loss from unauthorized use or disposition. The County's Purchasing Bylaw and Budget variance policy
ensure that controls and reporting requirements are appropriate. Generally accepted accounting
principles for local governments are adhered to.
External Audit
Council is required by the Municipal Government Act to engage independent auditors to express an
opinion as to whether the County's financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the
County's operating results and financial position. The auditors have full and free access to all County
records and they meet periodically with staff to discuss matters arising from the audit or from new
policies and procedures. The auditors also provide the County with a management letter providing
comments on internal controls.
While Council engages an independent auditor to express an opinion on the financial statements, the
County's management is responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and the integrity
and objectivity of the financial information and representations contained in the financial statements.
Investment Policv
The County's excess funds are invested in accordance with Investment Policy 2008 -PAD -032. This
policy has as its objectives the preservation of capital, maintenance of liquidity and the realization of
a competitive rate of return. Municipal investments are governed by restrictive legislation under the
Municipal Government Act. The County's investment policy meets all of these requirements.
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Purchasina Policv
The County ensures that consistent procedures are followed for purchases through Purchasing Policy
2011 -PAD -051 which sets expenditure limits for the County. The policy ensures that items purchased
have been approved through the budget process or by separate resolution of Council.
FINANCIAL INDICATORS DISCUSSION & ANALYSIS
The 2013 Consolidated Financial Statements are prepared in compliance with Public Sector Accounting
Standards. The consolidated financial statements provide a snapshot of the County's financial position
at its fiscal year end (December 31) and the results of its operations, and changes in both cash flow
and net assets for the preceding year. However, the consolidated financial statements do not provide a
complete indication of the financial health of the County nor indicate how well it is performing in relation
to its economic and fiscal environment.
The Annual Financial Report seeks to expand on and explain information in the financial statements
by applying PSAB issued Statement of Recommended Practices (SORP) 4: Indicators of Financial
Condition. This information may help financial statement users better understand the risks facing
the County in maintaining the programs and services it currently provides, as well as the policy and
operational decisions it must make in light of its financial health.
Although there are numerous indicators to assess a government's financial condition, the SORP
recommends that, at a minimum, indicators related to sustainability, flexibility and vulnerability be
considered. Definitions of these assessors follow, as well as a selection of indicators related to each.
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REPORT FROM THE MANAGER OF FINANCE
SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainability measures the ability of the County to maintain its existing programs and services,
including maintaining its financial obligations to creditors, without increasing its debt or raising taxes.
The following indicators have been selected to assess sustainability.
Annual Surplus or Deficit
This annual result indicates the extent to which the County's revenue is more than its expenses during
that year. A surplus means revenues exceed expenses while a deficit indicates the County has not
lived within its means. Long-term financial sustainability is dependent upon ensuring that on average,
over time, expenses are less than revenues. In essence, this requires current taxpayers to fully meet
the cost of services.
The annual surplus in 2013 was $21,011,056 and supported investments made in tangible capital assets
which increased in 2013 by a net $22,713,410 which exceeded the annual surplus by $1,702,354.
Annual Surplus 2008-2013
$30,000,000
$25,000,000
$20,000,000
$15,000,000 -
$10,000,000
$5,000,000
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2008 2009
2010 2011 2012
2013
The presence of an accounting surplus does not necessarily represent financial sustainability. While a
surplus is clearly better than a deficit, the accounting surplus may not be large enough for future asset
replacement. Amortization expense is based on historic cost and will not reflect the increased cost of
replacement in the future. Taking into account future replacement costs in determining the appropriate
level of surplus is a critical step toward financial sustainability.
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REPORT FROM THE MANAGER OF FINANCE
Financial Assets -to -Liabilities
This indicator shows the extent to which the County's future revenues will be required to pay for past
transactions or events. A ratio greater than one indicates that financial assets are sufficient to meet
obligations and to finance future operations while a ratio less than one may mean a reliance on future
revenues or increasing debt to pay for past decisions.
Financial Assets -to -Liabilities
7.00
6.00
5.88
5.00
4.00 4 71
4.22 4.34
3.00
2.00 2.37
2.25
1.00
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
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Taxes Receivable as a % of Tax Levies
The following chart reflects the total uncollected property taxes as a percentage of the total tax levy.
Every year, a percentage of property owners are unable to pay property taxes for a variety of reasons.
If this percentage increases over time, it may indicate an overall decline in the County's economic
health. Additionally, as uncollected property taxes rise, liquidity decreases.
Total Tax Levy (includes requisitions)
Taxes Receivable (before allowance)
Cu rre nt
Arrears
Taxes Receivable as a %
of the Current Levy
Cu rre nt
Arrears
Taxable Assessment
Municipal Tax Rates
Residential and Farmland
Non-residential
1.80%
1.60%
1.40%
1.20%
1.00%
0.80%
0.60%
0.40%
0.20%
0.00%
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
38,077,534 40,131,740 37,906,610 37,798,648 38,571,559 40,464,388
297,544
279,540
389,320
427,744
411,923
588,708
386,589
436,631
532,931
452,891
498,988
627,660
684,133
716,171
922,251
880,635
910,911
1,216,368
0.78%
0.70%
1.03%
1.13%
1.07%
1.45%
1.02%
1.09%
1.41%
1.20%
1.29%
1.55%
3,814,704,390
4,151,150,920
3,898,515,520
3,879,853,980
3,990,255,860
4,209,007,890
3.33%
3.33%
3.33%
3.33%
3.33%
3.33%
6.69%
6.70%
6.70%
6.71%
6.71%
6.71%
Taxes Receivable as a % of the Current Levy
2008 2009
2010 2011 2012 2013
9Current ,Arrears
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REPORT FROM THE MANAGER OF FINANCE
FLEXIBILITY
Flexibility is the degree to which the County can change its debt burden or raise taxes to respond to
rising commitments. Increasing debt and taxation reduces flexibility and the County's ability to respond
to changing circumstances.
Debt Servicing Costs -to -Revenues
The ratio of debt servicing costs -to -revenues indicates the amount of current revenue that is required to
service past borrowing decisions and, as a result, is not available for programs and services.
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
Debt servicing costs 998,560 998,560 990,667 990,667 2,942,755 3,518,232
Revenues 31,595,642 32,498,399 30,097,819 30,061,642 32,506,980 35,375,534
Ratio 3.16% 3.07% 3.29% 3.30% 9.05% 9.95%
Debt Servicing Casts as a Percentage of Revenue
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8.00%
6.00%
4.00%
2.00%
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2053
The County's flexibility decreased in 2013 as illustrated by the increase in the ratio of debt servicing
costs -to -revenues. Debt servicing costs rose with the issuance of $5,000,000 in debentures to fund
the rural water project.
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Debt Limits and Debt Payments
The County is limited in the amount of debt that it can incur beyond the limitations specified in Alberta
Regulation 255/00. The maximum allowable debt the County could hold within this regulation is
approximately $55.2 million. The County held outstanding debt balances representing 44.0% of this
maximum allowable amount at the end of 2013. This leaves the County with approximately $30,960,000
of borrowing room.
2008 2009
Debt limit
7,515,411
8,126,745
Maximum allowable debt
48,529,187
48,747,599
Total debt
7,338,304
6,737,971
Percentage used
15.1%
13.8%
Maximum Allowable Annual Debt Payment
767
3,182
Maximum allowable annual debt payment
8,088,198
8,124,600
Annual payments on existing debt
998,560
998,560
Percentage used
12.3%
12.3%
Debt Per Capita
1,069
949
Population
6,862
7,101
Source: Alberta Municipal Affairs Statistics Profile
2010 2011 2012 2013
45,193,529 45,092,463 48,760,469 55,238,301
6,104,914 5,445,212 21,594,161 24,278,145
13.5% 12.1% 44.3% 44.0%
7,532,255
7,515,411
8,126,745
9,206,384
990,667
990,667
2,942,755
3,518,232
13.2%
13.2%
36.2%
38.2%
860
767
3,182
3,401
7,101
7,101
6,786
7,138
The rise in debt per capita due to the issuance of an additional $5,000,000 of debentures in 2013 was
offset somewhat by the increased population of the County. The population increase is attributable to
the dissolution of the Village of Tilley which became a hamlet within the County as of August 31, 2013.
Additional borrowing may be secured in 2014 to finance the County's rural water project while it waits
to receive approved grant funding. This borrowing would be contingent on a favourable interest rate
spread between the costs of borrowing and the return on the County's investments
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REPORT FROM THE MANAGER OF FINANCE
RESTRICTED SURPLUS
Restricted Surplus is one component of the County's accumulated surplus and details of these balances
are disclosed in note 12 to the financial statements. Accumulated surplus represents the County's net
worth, or the net resources available to provide future services. Restrictions identify surplus funds
for a specified future purpose as set by council through policy. Restricted surplus funds are a critical
component of the County's long-term financing and capital plan. The County's Restricted Surplus
Policy 2012 -PAD -062 establishes specific restricted surplus funds to:
• Stabilize tax rates in the face of variable and uncontrollable factors (consumption, interest rates,
unemployment rates, changes in subsidies)
• Provide financing for one-time or short term requirements without permanently impacting the tax
and utility rates
• Make provisions for replacement or acquisitions of assets and infrastructure that are currently
being consumed and amortized
• Avoid spikes in funding requirements of the capital plan by reducing the reliance on long-term debt
borrowings
• Provide flexibility to manage debt levels and protect
the municipality's financial position
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• Provide for future liabilities incurred in the current
year but paid for in the future •2 56
• Provide a source of internal financing 54
• Ensure adequate cash flows 52
Restricted surplus offers liquidity which enhances the 50
County's flexibility in addressing operating requirements
and in permitting the County to temporarily fund capital 48
projects internally, allowing it time to access debt 46
markets and take advantage of favourable conditions.
The level of restricted surplus funds required will vary
for a number of reasons including:
Restricted Surplus Balance
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
• Services provided by the County
• Age and condition of infrastructure, inventory of fleet and vehicles supporting County operations
• Economic conditions and projections
• Internal debt and restricted surplus policies
Restricted Surplus Policy 2012 -PAD -062 specifies minimum balances to be maintained forthe restricted
surplus funds listed below. The County is in compliance with this policy as at December 31, 2013.
Fund description
Infrastructure
Vehicles, Machinery & Equipment
Stabilization
Facilities
Balance at
Minimum Balance
% of minimum
Dec. 31, 2013
Required
balance held
11, 917, 807
10, 749, 865
111%
5,764,056
5,396,589
107%
2,847,112
2,710,095
105%
913,490
547,697
167%
Fire Apparatus 598,150 250,000 239%
COUNTY OF NEWELL - 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT
REPORT FROM THE MANAGER OF FINANCE
Tangible Capital Assets
The County's tangible capital assets (TCA) increased by a net $22,713,410 in 2013 which includes new
asset acquisitions of $28,105,247 offset by $4,422,416 in amortization expense and asset disposals
with a net book value of $969,421.
Included in TCAacquisitions is $1,829,915 in TCAreceived from the Village of Tilley on their dissolution.
Other acquisitions were funded by grants received from the Province of Alberta, debenture borrowing,
and draws on restricted surplus.
Net Book Value of Tangible Capital Assets -to -Cost of Tangible Capital Assets
Net book value of TCA compared to total cost of TCA measures the extent to which the estimated useful
lives of the County's tangible capital assets are available to provide its products and services.
As at December 31, 2013 approximately 78% of the County's assets useful lives remain available to
provide its services.
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2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
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VULNERABILITY
Vulnerability is the degree to which the County
becomes dependent on, and therefore vulnerable to,
sources of funding outside its control or influence.
The lower the County's own -source revenue is, the
more it relies on fiscal decisions of others.
Government Transfers -to -Total Revenue
This indicator demonstrates the level of government
transfers compared to total revenues. The higher
the percentage, the more reliance the County puts
on receipt of funds from other levels of government.
These transfers are dependent on policy decisions
which are outside the control of the County.
50.0%
40.0%
30.0%
20.0%
10.0%
0.0%
Government Transfers -to -Total
Revenue
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
The inset chart illustrates that a significant portion of total revenues are attributable to government
transfers. The majority of these government transfers are used for financing major capital projects
such as the Regional Water System and the Rural Water Distribution System. The County's ability to
undertake such projects is largely dependent on grant funding from other levels of government.
Government transfers for operating represent a significantly smaller portion of total government transfers
to the County. Municipal Sustainability Initiative (MSI) funding for operating expenditures decreased
in 2013 to $262,957 (2012 - $280,673). Decreases in MSI operating funding are expected to continue
until the funding is removed entirely in 2017. It is management's opinion that the County is not exposed
to significant risk in terms of its reliance on government transfers for operating to support its products
and services.
Respectfully Submitted,
Matt Fenske, CA
Manager of Finance
- April 10, 2014
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2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
Government transfers for capital
8,426,937
26,771,730
13,323,847
17,648,743
9,710,706
6,528,068
Government transfers for operating
2,141,579
1,733,210
1,601,670
1,198,557
1,294,814
886,142
Total transfers
10,568,516
28,504,940
14,925,517
18,847,300
11,005,520
7,414,210
Total revenue
40,733,249
59,894,549
45,089,583
47,816,577
43,063,568
46,148,864
Government transfers -to -total revenue
259%
476%
331%
394%
256%
161%
Transfers for capital -to -total transfers
797%
93.9%
893%
936%
882%
880%
Transfers for operating -to -total transfers
203%
61%
107%
64%
118%
120%
Government transfers for operating represent a significantly smaller portion of total government transfers
to the County. Municipal Sustainability Initiative (MSI) funding for operating expenditures decreased
in 2013 to $262,957 (2012 - $280,673). Decreases in MSI operating funding are expected to continue
until the funding is removed entirely in 2017. It is management's opinion that the County is not exposed
to significant risk in terms of its reliance on government transfers for operating to support its products
and services.
Respectfully Submitted,
Matt Fenske, CA
Manager of Finance
- April 10, 2014
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CONSOLIDATED
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
MANAGEMENT'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Management of the County of Newell is responsible for the preparation, accuracy, objectivity, and
integrity of the accompanying financial statements and (lie nates thereto. Management believes that
the financial statements present fairly the County's financial Position as at December 31, 2013 and the
results of its operations for the year then ended.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Canadian public sector accounting
standards. Financial statements are not precise, since they include certain amounts based on
estimates and judgments. Such amounts have been determined on a reasonable basis in order to
ensure that the financial statements are presented fairly in all material respects -
in fulfilling its responsibilities and recognizing the lirnita inherent in all systems, management has
designers and maintained a system of internal controls to produce reliable information to meet
reporting requirements, The system is designed to provide managernent with reasonable assurance
that transactions are properly authorized, reliable financial records are maintained, and assets are
properly accounted For and safeguarded -
The County Council is responsible for overseeing management in the performance of its financial
repoMing responsibilities, and for approving the financial statements- Council fulfills these
responsibilities by reviewing the financial information prepared by management and discussing
relevant matters with management and external auditors, Council is also responsible for
recommending the appointment of the County's exterrial auditors.
The financial statements have been audited by the independent firm of KPMG LLP, Chartered
Accountants, Their report to the Members of Council of the County of Newell, stating the scalae of
their examination and opinion on the financial statements follows.
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We have audited the accompanying consolidated financial statements of Counly of Newell (the
'County") which corn prise the consolidated statement of financial position as at December 31. 2013.
and the consolidated statements of financial activities, changes in net financial assets, and cash flaws
for the year then ended, and notes, comprising a summary of significant eoc.ounting policies and other
expNinatory information.
Managrerr rtf's ResponsWity far the Con"kialed Financial ,Statements
Management is responsible for the preparafion and fair presentation of these consolidated financial
statements in accordance with Canadian public sector accounting standards, and for such intemal
control as management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of consolidmed finan6al
5tatemeMs that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
Audilors'Responsibf ly
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on (hese consolidated financial statements based on our
audit- We conducted our audit in accordance vrith Canadian generally aocepled auditing standards.
Those standards require that we comply with ethical requirements and plan and perform the audit to
obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidaled financial statements are free from
material misstatement -
An audit involves performing procedures toobtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures
in the consolidated financial stslem+ents- The procedures selected depend on ourjudgment, including
the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated Financial statements,
w; tether due to fraud or error. In making talose risk assessments, we consider iniernat control relB ant
to the erviVs preparation and fair presentation of the conslolWated financial statements in order to
design audit ;procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the pufpose of
expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entilWs Internal control. An audit also includes
evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting
estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated
financial statements,
We helleue that the audit evidence w- have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to Provide a basis
for our audit opinion.
Opinion
In our opilnlon. the consolidated financiad statements present fairly, in all materia respects, the
consolidated financial position of County of Newell as at December 31, 2013, and its results of
consolidated finanoiel activltles, Its changes in net financial assets and its cash Flaws for the year then
ended in accordance vtrilh Canadian public sector accounting slandards.
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PAGE 30 COUNTY OF NEWELL — 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Consolidated Statement of Financial Position
December 31, 2013, with comparative information for 2012
Financial liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
2013
2012
Financial assets:
362,731
321,915
Cash and cash equivalents (note 2)
$ 24,824,788
$ 24,544,459
Taxes and grants in place of taxes receivable (note 3)
1,116,368
890,911
Trade and other receivables
8,334,254
6,258,580
Land held for resale
35,139
35,139
Investments (note 4)
33,292,357
35,901,728
Notes receivable (note 5)
5,005,001
5,920,763
Other financial assets
24,921
-
72,632,828
73,551,580
Financial liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
5,222,960
7,253,208
Employee benefit obligations (note 7)
362,731
321,915
Unearned revenue (note 8)
1,468,140
1,055,761
Long-term debt - operating (note 9)
3,828,867
4,479,144
Long-term debt - capital (note 10)
20,449,278
17,115,017
Provision for landfill closure and post -closure costs (note 11)
337,897
292,215
Provision for gravel pit closure and post -closure costs (note 11)
315,376
315,376
Deposit liabilities (note 2)
235,084
158,270
Other financial liabilities
-
7,371
32,220,333
30,998,277
Net financial assets
40,412,495
42,553,303
Non-financial assets
Prepaid expenses
38,460
86,082
Tangible Capital Assets (note 6)
179,395,313
156,681,903
Inventory for consumption
1,608,875
1,122,799
181,042,648
157,890,784
Contingent liabilities (note 20)
Accumulated surplus (note 12)
$221,455,143
$200,444,087
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
COUNTY OF NEWELL - 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT PAGE 31
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Consolidated Statement of Financial Activities
Year ended December 31, 2013, with comparative information for 2012
Revenues:
Net municipal property taxes (note 13)
Special levies
User fees and sale of goods
Government transfers (note 14)
Penalties and cost of taxes
Investment income
Licenses and permits
Other revenue
Gain (loss) on disposal of tangible
capital assets
Expenses (note 15):
Legislative
Administration
Corporate safety services
Fire and by-law enforcement
Disaster and emergency services
Roads, streets, walks and lighting
Airport
Water and waste water
Waste management
Family and community support
Municipal planning
Community and agricultural services
Subdivision land and development
Recreation and parks
Culture and library
Other
Annual surplus
before the undernoted
Other:
Insurance proceeds
Contributed assets
Contributed from other
local government (note 16)
Government transfers (note 14)
Annual surplus
Accumulated surplus, beginning of year
Accumulated surplus, end of year
Budget
2013
2012
$ 27,565,327
$ 27,483,929
$ 26,174,091
2,516,778
2,045,909
711,465
783,430
1,154,883
988,258
1,393,729
886,142
1,294,814
125,550
153,848
164,918
1,212,471
1,541,343
1,736,993
146,600
178,424
166,302
100,710
1,565,714
1,393,890
334,200
365,342
(123,751)
34,178,795
35,375,534
32,506,980
489,492
456,097
433,035
4,142,362
3,592,537
3,220,198
287,100
260,472
251,127
1,467,578
1,283,897
1,060,690
187,540
165,893
145,619
13,539,527
11,790,873
9,722,194
122,973
92,484
92,701
1,804,877
1,376,277
1,195,158
353,000
261,986
259,826
61,812
60,829
60,812
488,559
443,448
380,354
1,539,396
1,439,801
1,300,551
438,750
347,863
265,710
859,724
826,418
767,826
142,599
138,917
140,682
1,175,656
2,600,016
805,240
27,100,945
25,137,808
20,101,723
7,077,850
10,237,726
12,405,257
1,450,000 -
- 845,882
- 2,795,262 -
12,211,157 6,528,068 9,710,706
19,289,007 21,011,056 22,961,845
200,444,087 200,444,087 177,482,242
$219,733,094 $221,455,143 $ 200,444,087
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Consolidated Statement of Change in Net Financial Assets
December 31, 2013, with comparative information for 2012
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
COUNTY OF NEWELL - 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT PAGE 33
Budget
2013
2012
Annual surplus
$19,289,007
$ 21,011,056
$ 22,961,845
Acquisition of tangible capital assets
(38,534,971)
(28,105,247)
(37,391,671)
Contributed tangible capital assets
-
-
(845,882)
Proceeds on disposal of tangible capital assets
440,000
1,334,764
348,379
Amortization of tangible capital assets
5,518,066
4,422,416
3,896,602
(Gain) loss on disposal of tangible capital assets
(334,200)
(365,342)
123,751
(13,622,098)
(1,702,353)
(10,906,976)
Use (acquisition) of inventories for consumption
-
(486,076)
(169,438)
Use (acquisition) of prepaid expenses
-
47,621
70,487
Change in net financial assets
(13,622,098)
(2,140,808)
(11,005,927)
Net financial assets, beginning of year
42,553,303
42,553,303
53,559,230
Net financial assets, end of year
$28,931,205
$ 40,412,495
$ 42,553,303
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
COUNTY OF NEWELL - 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT PAGE 33
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows
Year ended December 31, 2013, with comparative information for 2012
2013 2012
Cash provided by (used in):
Operations
Annual surplus
$ 21,011,056
$ 22,961,845
Items not involving cash:
2,609,371
(8,241,296)
Amortization
4,422,416
3,896,602
Contributed assets
-
(845,882)
(Gain) loss on disposal of tangible capital assets
(365,342)
123,751
Change in non-cash financial assets and liabilities:
Taxes and grants in place of taxes receivable
(225,457)
(30,276)
Trade and other receivables
(2,075,674)
1,546,458
Other financial assets
(24,921)
-
Prepaid expenses
47,621
70,487
Inventory for consumption
(486,076)
(169,438)
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
(2,030,248)
334,492
Employee benefit obligations
40,816
88,710
Unearned revenue
412,379
(1,496,707)
Landfill closure and post -closure costs
45,682
(47,292)
Gravel pit closure and post -closure costs
-
21,675
Other financial liabilities
(7,371)
(92,514)
20,764,881
26,361,911
Capital activities:
Proceeds on disposal of tangible capital assets 1,334,764 348,379
Cash used to acquire tangible capital assets (28,105,247) (37,391,671)
(26,770,483) (37,043,292)
Investing activities
Decrease (increase) in temporary investments
3,333,745
(11,279,976)
Decrease (increase) in investments
2,609,371
(8,241,296)
Payments received on notes receivable
915,762
870,463
6,858,878
(18,650,809)
Financing activities:
Repayment of long-term debt:
- operating
(650,277)
(616,377)
- capital
(1,665,739)
(634,674)
Proceeds from debt issues
5,000,000
17,400,000
_Increase in deposit liabilities
76,814
9,203
2,760,798
16,158,152
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
3,614,074
(13,174,038)
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year
3,749,538
16,923,576
Cash and cash equivalents, end of year (note 2)
$ 7,363,612
$ 3,749,538
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
1. Significant accounting policies:
The consolidated financial statements of the County of Newell (the "County") are the representations
of management prepared in accordance with Canadian Public Sector accounting standards.
Significant aspects of the accounting policies adopted by the County are as follows:
(a) Cash and cash equivalents:
Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand and short-term deposits which are highly liquid
with original maturities of less than three months from the date of acquisition.
(b) Reporting entity:
The consolidated financial statements reflect the assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses,
changes in net financial assets and cash flows of the County, which comprises of all the
organizations that are owned or controlled by the County and are, therefore accountable to the
Council for the administration of their financial affairs and resources.
All significant inter -department transactions and balances are eliminated on consolidation.
Taxes levied also include requisitions for educational, health care, social and other external
organizations that are not part of the County.
The statements exclude trust assets that are administered for the benefit of external parties
(c) Basis of accounting:
The financial statements are prepared using the accrual basis of accounting. The accrual basis
of accounting records revenue as it is earned and measurable. Expenses are recognized as they
are incurred and measurable based upon receipt of goods or services and/or the legal obligation
to pay.
Funds from external parties and earnings thereon restricted by agreement or legislation are
accounted for as deferred revenue until used for the purpose specified.
(d) Investments:
Investments are recorded at cost. Where there has been a loss in value of an investment other
than a temporary decline, the investment is written down to reflect the loss.
(e) Requisition over -levy and under -levy:
Over -levies and under -levies arise from the difference between the actual property tax levy made
to cover each requisition and the actual amount requisitioned.
If the actual levy exceeds the requisition, the over -levy is accrued as a liability and property tax
revenue is reduced. Where the actual levy is less than the requisition amount, the under -levy is
accrued as a receivable and as property tax revenue.
Requisition tax rates in the subsequent year are adjusted for any over -levies for the prior year.
COUNTY OF NEWELL - 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT AGutea"
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
1. Significant accounting policies (continued):
(f) Inventories:
Land held for resale is recorded at the lower of cost and net realizable value. Cost includes costs
for land acquisition and improvements required to prepare the land for servicing such as clearing,
stripping, and leveling charges. Related development costs incurred to provide infrastructure
such as water and waste water services, roads, sidewalks and street lighting are recorded as
capital assets under their respective function.
(g) Landfill and gravel pit closure and post -closure costs:
Pursuant to the Alberta Environment Protection and Enhancement Act, the County is required to
fund the closure of its landfill site and gravel pits and provide for post -closure care. Closure and
post -closure activities include the final clay cover, landscaping, as well as surface and ground
water monitoring, leachate control and visual inspection. The requirement is being provided for
over the estimated remaining life of the landfill site and gravel pit based on usage.
(h) Government transfers:
Government transfers are recognized in the financial statements as revenues in the period that
the events giving rise to the transfer occurred, providing the transfers are authorized, all eligibility
criteria have been met by the County, and reasonable estimates of the amounts can be made.
(i) Non-financial assets:
Non-financial assets are not available to discharge existing liabilities and are held for use in the
provision of services. They have useful lives extending beyond the current year and are not
intended for sale in the normal course of operations.
(i) Tangible capital assets:
Tangible capital assets are recorded at cost which includes all amounts that are directly
attributable to acquisition, construction, development or betterment of the asset. The cost,
less residual value, of the tangible capital assets is amortized on a straight-line basis over the
estimated useful life as follows:
Years
Land Improvements
15-45
Buildings
25-70
Engineered structures
15-75
Machinery and equipment
5-40
Vehicles
5-14
Assets under construction are not amortized until the asset is available for productive use.
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PAGE 36 COUNTY OF NEWELL 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
1. Significant accounting policies (continued):
(i) Non-financial assets (continued):
(ii) Contributions of tangible capital assets:
Tangible capital assets received as contributions are recorded at fair value at the date of
receipt and recorded as revenue.
(iii) Inventories
Inventories of materials and supplies held for consumption are recorded at the lower of cost
and replacement cost with cost determined by the average cost method.
(iv) Cultural and historical tangible capital assets:
Works of art for display are not recorded as tangible capital assets but are disclosed.
Q) Pension expenses:
The County participates in a multi-employer defined benefit pension plan, wherein contributions
for current and past service pension benefits are recorded as expenses in the year in which they
become due.
(k) Use of estimates:
The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting
principles 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. Significant areas requiring the use of management estimates relate to the determination
of allowance for doubtful accounts, provision for closure and post -closure care, employee benefit
obligations and the useful life of tangible capital assets.
Contributions of tangible capital assets are recorded at estimated fair value at the date of receipt.
Actual results could differ from those estimates.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
2. Cash and temporary investments:
2013 2012
Cash $ 7,363,612 $ 3,749,538
Temporary investments 17,461,176 20,794,921
$ 24,824,788 $ 24,544,459
Included in cash are amounts aggregating $235,084 (2012 - $158,270) not available for current use.
Also included in cash and temporary investments is $5,072,945 (2012 - $6,698,261) of unexpended
debt proceeds.
2013 2012
Tax sale surplus $ 12,396 $ 12,254
Public reserve 222,688 146,016
$ 235,084 $ 158,270
Temporary investments consist of GIC's that have an average interest rate of 1.83% (2012 — 1.57%)
and mature in periods ranging from January, 2014 to October, 2014, and term notes with an effective
interest rate of 2.76% (2012 — nil%) and mature in October, 2014.
Cash and cash equivalents are comprised of:
Cash and temporary investments
Less investments with original maturities
greater than 90 days
3. Taxes and grants in place of taxes receivable:
2013
$ 24,824,788
(17,461,176)
$ 7,363,612
2012
$ 24,544,459
(20,794,921)
$ 3,749,538
2013 2012
Current year $ 588,708 $ 411,923
Arrears 627,660 498,988
1,216,368 910,911
Allowance for uncollectible taxes (100,000) (20,000)
�$ 1,116,368 $ 890,911
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
4. Investments:
Fixed income securities
Credit Union Common shares
Newell Regional Services Corporation:
Common shares
Preferred shares
2013 2012
$ 33,208,154 $ 35,828,243
5
5
20
20
84,178
73,460
84,198
73,480
$ 33,292,357 $ 35,901,728
Long-term investments consist of fixed income securities that yield interest from 0.22% to 6.54% and
mature in periods 2014 through 2026. The investments have an average expected yield of 2.64%
and an aggregate market value of $32,722,792 (2012 - $36,225,703).
5. Notes receivable:
Newell Foundation, repayable in annual installments of
$896,630 including interest at 5.5%, maturing in 2018.
Tilley and District Fire Association, repayable in annual
installments of $96,327 including interest at 3.497%,
maturing in 2020.
Newell Regional Services Corporation, non-interest bearing,
maturing in 2017.
Division 5 & 10, matured in 2013.
Bow Slope Fire Division, matured in 2013.
Rolling Hills Fire Division, repayable in annual installments of
$39,585 including interest at 3.954%, maturing in 2014.
2013 2012
$ 3,828,867 $ 4,479,144
587,693 660,908
550,000 550,000
- 124,542
- 30,763
38,441 75,406
$ 5,005,001 $ 5,920,763
COUNTY OF NEWELL - 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT PAGE 39
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
6. Tangible capital assets:
Cost
2012
Additions
Disposals
2013
Land $
5,337,570
$ 94,030
$
(11,250)
$ 5,420,350
Land improvements
1,113,476
711,657
(7,554)
1,817,579
Buildings
1,213,478
17,733,596
(156,294)
18,790,780
Engineered structures
115,589,689
8,472,378
(225,518)
123,836,549
Machinery and equipment
9,530,567
2,153,109
(1,417,012)
10,266,664
Vehicles
3,703,789
3,779
(115,765)
3,591,803
Work in progress, net
of transfers
66,226,334
(1,063,302)
--
65,163,032
Total $202,714,903
$ 28,105,247
$
(1,933,393)
$228,886,757
Accumulated
Amortization
amortization
2012
Disposals
expense
2013
Land improvements $
358,643
$ (7,554)
$
110,156
$ 461,245
Buildings
445,784
(52,206)
240,571
634,149
Engineered structures
39,978,382
(100,447)
3,121,525
42,999,460
Machinery and equipment
3,371,053
(728,587)
668,635
3,311,101
Vehicles
1,879,138
(75,178)
281,529
2,085,489
Total $
46,033,000
$ (963,972)
$
4,422,416
$ 49,491,444
Net book value
2013
2012
Land
$
5,420,350
$ 5,337,570
Land improvements
1,356,334
754,833
Buildings
18,156,631
767,694
Engineered structures
80,837,089
75,611,307
Machinery and equipment
6,955,563
6,159,514
Vehicles
1,506,314
1,824,651
Work in progress
65,163,032
66,226,334
Total
$179,395,313
$156,681,903
PAGE 40 COUNTY OF NEWELL 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
7. Employee benefit obligations:
Vacation
The vacation liability is comprised of the vacation that employees are deferring to future years.
Employees have either earned the benefits (and are vested) and are entitled to these benefits within
the next budgetary year.
8. Unearned Revenue:
Debenture debt is repayable to Alberta Capital Finance Authority and bears interest at 5.5% per
annum, before Provincial subsidy, and matures in 2018. Debenture debt is issued on the credit and
security of the County of Newell at large.
Interest on long-term debt amounted to $255,294 (2012 — $341,841).
The County's total cash payments for interest in 2013 were $246,353 (2012 - $280,253).
COUNTY OF NEWELL - 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT PAGE 41
Recognized as
Description 2012
Additions
revenue
2013
Rural Water Deposits $ 662,310
$ 246,885
$
(430,027)
$
479,168
Street Improvement Grant 173,520
--
--
173,520
MSI Capital (Tilley) --
639,668
--
639,668
Other 219,931
149,023
(193,170)
175,784
Total $ 1,055,761
$ 1,035,576
$
(623,197)
1,468,140
9. Long-term debt — operating:
2013
2012
Debenture supported with notes receivable
$
3,828,867
$
4,479,144
Principal and interest repayments are due as follows:
Principal
Interest
Total
2014
$ 686,043
$
210,587
$
896,630
2015
723,775
172,855
896,630
2016
763,583
133,047
896,630
2017
805,580
91,050
896,630
2018
849,886
46,744
896,630
Thereafter
--
--
--
$ 3,828,867
$
654,283
$
4,483,150
Debenture debt is repayable to Alberta Capital Finance Authority and bears interest at 5.5% per
annum, before Provincial subsidy, and matures in 2018. Debenture debt is issued on the credit and
security of the County of Newell at large.
Interest on long-term debt amounted to $255,294 (2012 — $341,841).
The County's total cash payments for interest in 2013 were $246,353 (2012 - $280,253).
COUNTY OF NEWELL - 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT PAGE 41
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
10. Long-term debt —capital:
2013 2012
Tax supported debentures $ 20,449,278 $ 17,115,017
Principal and interest repayments are due as follows:
$ 20,449,278 $ 2,379,427 $ 22,828,705
Debenture debt is repayable to Alberta Capital Finance Authority and bears interest at rates ranging
from 2.177% to 7.125% per annum, before Provincial subsidy, and matures in periods 2015 through
2023. The average annual interest rate is 2.39% for 2013 (2012 — 2.28%). For qualifying
debentures, the Province of Alberta rebates 60% of interest in excess of 8%, 9% and 11% to a
maximum annual rate of 12.5%, depending on the date borrowed. Debenture debt is issued on the
credit and security of the County of Newell at large.
Interest on long-term debt amounted to $384,355 (2012 - $173,917).
The County's total cash payments for interest in 2013 were $380,386 (2012 - $155,855).
11. Provision for landfill and gravel pit closure and post -closure costs:
Alberta environmental law requires closure and post -closure care of landfill sites, which includes final
covering and landscaping, pumping of ground water and leachates from the site, and on-going
environmental monitoring, site inspections and maintenance.
The accrued liability for the remaining post -closure costs of the County's landfill and closure and post -
closure costs for the County's gravel pit is based on an estimate of future discounted costs.
The estimated closure and post -closure costs for the landfill are $337,897 and $315,376 for the
gravel pits, all of which have been accrued in the financial statements.
The County has not designated assets for settling closure and post -closure liabilities.
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Principal
Interest
Total
2014
$ 2,145,860
$ 475,741
$ 2,621,601
2015
2,198,496
423,105
2,621,601
2016
2,164,280
370,068
2,534,348
2017
2,215,800
318,548
2,534,348
2018
2,261,785
265,780
2,527,565
Thereafter
9,463,057
526,185
9,989,242
$ 20,449,278 $ 2,379,427 $ 22,828,705
Debenture debt is repayable to Alberta Capital Finance Authority and bears interest at rates ranging
from 2.177% to 7.125% per annum, before Provincial subsidy, and matures in periods 2015 through
2023. The average annual interest rate is 2.39% for 2013 (2012 — 2.28%). For qualifying
debentures, the Province of Alberta rebates 60% of interest in excess of 8%, 9% and 11% to a
maximum annual rate of 12.5%, depending on the date borrowed. Debenture debt is issued on the
credit and security of the County of Newell at large.
Interest on long-term debt amounted to $384,355 (2012 - $173,917).
The County's total cash payments for interest in 2013 were $380,386 (2012 - $155,855).
11. Provision for landfill and gravel pit closure and post -closure costs:
Alberta environmental law requires closure and post -closure care of landfill sites, which includes final
covering and landscaping, pumping of ground water and leachates from the site, and on-going
environmental monitoring, site inspections and maintenance.
The accrued liability for the remaining post -closure costs of the County's landfill and closure and post -
closure costs for the County's gravel pit is based on an estimate of future discounted costs.
The estimated closure and post -closure costs for the landfill are $337,897 and $315,376 for the
gravel pits, all of which have been accrued in the financial statements.
The County has not designated assets for settling closure and post -closure liabilities.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
12. Accumulated surplus:
Unrestricted
net assets
Equity in
tangible
capital Restricted Total Total
assets (1) Surplus (2) 2013 2012
Beginning
balance
$ 4,177,590
$146,265,146
$50,001,351 $200,444,087 $177,482,242
Annual surplus
21,011,056
--
-- 21,011,056 22,961,845
Transfers to
restricted surplus
(24,453,576)
--
24,453,576 -- --
Transfers from
restricted surplus
17,018,764
--
(17,018,764) -- --
Amortization of
tangible capital
assets
4,422,416
(4,422,416)
-- --
Net book value
of assets disposed 969,421
(969,421)
-- -- --
Capital assets
internally
funded
(21,479,932)
21,479,932
-- -- --
Capital assets
debt funded
(6,625,315)
6,625,315
-- -- --
Debt issued
5,000,000
(5,000,000)
-- --
Use of unexpended
debt
1,625,315
(1,625,315)
-- -- --
Debt paid
(1,665,739)
1,665,739
-- -- --
Total
$ --
$164,018,980
$57,436,163 $221,455,143 $200,444,087
(1) Equity in tangible capital assets:
Tangible capital assets
Accumulated amortization
Long-term debt (note 10)
Unexpended debt
2013 2012
$ 228,886,757 $ 202,714,903
(49,491,444) (46,033,000)
(20,449,278) (17,115,017)
5,072,945 6,698,260
$ 164,018,980 $146,265,146
COUNTY OF NEWELL - 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT PAGE 43
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
12. Accumulated surplus (continued):
(2) Restricted surplus is comprised of funds internally restricted as follows:
Paving
Infrastructure
Future Projects
Vehicles, Machinery & Equipment
Regional Enhancement
Stabilization
Facilities
Fire Apparatus
Tilley
Unexpended Budget Appropriation
13. Net municipal property taxes:
Taxation:
Real property taxes
Linear property taxes
Government grants in place of property
taxes
Requisitions:
Alberta School Foundation Fund
Newell Foundation
Net municipal property taxes
2013 2012
$ 7,427,991 $ 10,730,423
11,917,807
10,357,044
21,286,610
13,041,337
5,764,056
6,004,010
3,457,464
3,684,072
2,847,112
2,847,112
913,490
402,215
598,150
250,000
850,725
--
2,372,758
2,685,138
$57,436,163 $50,001,351
Budget
2013
2012
$ 13,705,039
$ 13,651,062
$ 12,942,564
26,540,054
26,508,789
25,407,884
293,178
304,537
221,111
40,538,271
40,464,388
38,571,559
12,196,492
12,204,007
11,733,419
776,452
776,452
664,049
12,972,944
12,980,459
12,397,468
$ 27,565,327 $ 27,483,929 $ 26,174,091
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
14. Government transfers:
COUNTY OF NEWELL - 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT PAGE 45
Budget
2013
2012
Transfers for operating:
Provincial government
$ 1,021,225
$ 532,942
$ 938,457
Local government
372,504
353,200
356,357
1,393,729
886,142
1,294,814
Transfers for capital:
Provincial government
12,211,157
6,521,623
9,640,616
Local government
-
6,445
70,090
12,211,157
6,528,068
9,710,706
$ 13,604,886
$ 7,414,210
$ 11,005,520
15. Expenses by object:
Budget
2013
2012
Salaries, wages and benefits
$ 7,622,505
$ 6,814,669
$ 6,626,248
Contracted and general services
5,451,789
4,949,447
3,829,256
Materials, goods, supplies and utilities
4,896,079
4,007,534
2,495,296
Transfers to organizations
2,907,566
4,186,278
2,530,290
Bank charges and short-term interest
600
830
596
Interest on long-term debt
681,840
630,708
442,926
Other expenditures
22,500
125,926
280,509
Amortization
5,518,066
4,422,416
3,896,602
$ 27,100,945
$ 25,137,808
$ 20,101,723
COUNTY OF NEWELL - 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT PAGE 45
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
16. Contributed from other local government
Effective August 31, 2013, the Lieutenant Governor in Council issued an order:
(i) Dissolving the Village of Tilley on August 31, 2013;
(ii) Directing land allocated as part of the Village of Tilley to become part of the County of Newell;
and;
(iii) Directing that the assessor for the County of Newell keep the assessment and tax rolls for the
land separate from the assessment and tax rolls for other land in the County of Newell for the
period from August 31, 2013 to December 31, 2013, inclusive.
The County of Newell received all assets and assumed all liabilities of the Village as at August 31,
2013. The dissolution is shown as a contribution from other local government in the December 31,
2013 Statement of Financial Activities.
Financial assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
Taxes and grants in place of taxes receivable
Trade and other receivables
Inventory for resale
Investments
Financial liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
Post closure liability
Unearned revenue
Net financial assets
Non-financial assets:
Tangible Capital Assets
Contributed from other local government
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ANNUAL
August 30,
2013
$ 1,333,407
139,206
5,853
2,772
10,728
1,491,966
60,587
50,662
415,370
526,619
965,347
1,829,915
$ 2,795,262
FINANCIAL REPORT
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
17. Salary and benefits disclosure:
Disclosure of salaries and benefits for elected municipal officials and the chief administrative officer
as required by provincial regulation is as follows:
1) Salary includes regular base pay, bonuses, overtime, lump sum payments, gross honoraria and
any other direct cash remuneration.
2) Benefits and allowances include the employer's share of all employee benefits and
contributions or payments made on behalf of employees including pension, health care, dental
coverage, vision coverage, group life insurance, accidental disability and dismemberment
insurance, long and short-term disability plans, professional memberships and tuition.
Benefits and allowances figures also include the employer's share of the costs of additional
taxable benefits including special leave with pay, financial planning services, retirement
planning services, concessionary loans, travel allowances, car allowances, and club
memberships, if applicable.
COUNTY OF NEWELL - 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT PAGE 47
2013
2012
Benefits &
Salary (1)
Allowances (2)
Total
Total
Council:
Division 1
$ 27,630
$ 4,722
$ 32,352
$ 37,470
Division 2
28,720
1,311
30,031
28,105
Division 3
30,293
4,826
35,119
39,392
Division 4
20,391
1,197
21,588
23,395
Division 5
23,646
1,695
25,341
24,059
Division 6
26,455
3,937
30,392
28,976
Division 7
28,065
4,725
32,790
34,238
Division 8
30,323
1,400
31,723
31,879
Division 9
44,215
1,988
46,203
49,935
Division 10
26,805
4,690
31,495
33,111
$ 286,543
$ 30,491
$ 317,034
$ 330,560
Chief Administrative Officer
$ 197,931
$ 42,205
$ 240,136
$ 229,602
1) Salary includes regular base pay, bonuses, overtime, lump sum payments, gross honoraria and
any other direct cash remuneration.
2) Benefits and allowances include the employer's share of all employee benefits and
contributions or payments made on behalf of employees including pension, health care, dental
coverage, vision coverage, group life insurance, accidental disability and dismemberment
insurance, long and short-term disability plans, professional memberships and tuition.
Benefits and allowances figures also include the employer's share of the costs of additional
taxable benefits including special leave with pay, financial planning services, retirement
planning services, concessionary loans, travel allowances, car allowances, and club
memberships, if applicable.
COUNTY OF NEWELL - 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT PAGE 47
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
18. Debt limits:
Section 276(2) of the Municipal Government Act requires that debt and debt limits as defined by
Alberta Regulation 255/00 for the County be disclosed as follows:
2013 2012
Total debt limit $ 55,238,301 $ 48,760,469
Total debt (24,278,145) (21,594,161)
$ 30,960,156 $ 27,166,308
2013 2012
Debt servicing limit $ 9,206,384 $ 8,126,745
Debt servicing (3,518,232) (2,942,755)
$ 5,688,152 $ 5,183,990
The debt limit is calculated at 1.5 times revenue of the County (as defined in Alberta Regulation
255/00) and the debt service limit is calculated at 0.25 times such revenue. Incurring debt beyond
these limitations requires approval by the Minister of Municipal Affairs. These thresholds are
guidelines used by Alberta Municipal Affairs to identify municipalities which could be at financial risk if
further debt is acquired. The calculation taken alone does not represent the financial stability of the
County. Rather, the financial statements must be interpreted as a whole.
19. Local authorities pension plan:
The County participates in a multi-employer defined benefit pension plan. This plan is accounted for
as a defined contribution plan.
Employees of the County participate in the Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP), which is one of the
plans covered by the Public Sector Pension Plans Act. The LAPP serves about 223,643 people and
about 428 employers. The LAPP is financed by employer and employee contributions and
investment earnings of the LAPP fund.
Contributions for current service are recorded as expenditures in the year in which they become due.
The County is required to make current service contributions to the Plan of 10.43% of pensionable
earnings up to the year's maximum pensionable earnings under the Canada Pension Plan and
14.47% on pensionable earnings above this amount. Employees of the County are required to make
current service contributions of 9.43% of pensionable salary up to the year's maximum pensionable
salary and 13.47% on pensionable salary above this amount.
Total current service contributions by the County to the LAPP in 2013 were $455,921 (2012 -
$410,759). Total current service contributions by the employees of the County to the LAPP in 2013
were $417,856 (2012 - $373,677).
At December 31, 2012, the LAPP disclosed an actuarial deficiency of $4.9 billion.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
20. Contingent liabilities:
The County of Newell is a member of the Alberta Municipal Insurance Exchange (MUNIX). Under the
terms of membership, the County of Newell could become liable for its proportionate share of any
claim losses in excess of the funds held by the exchange. Any liability incurred would be accounted
for as a current transaction in the year the losses are determined.
The County has been named defendant in legal actions. In the opinion of management these matters
are without substantial merit and no provision has been made in the accounts.
21. Recent accounting pronouncements:
The Public Sector Accounting Board recently announced the following accounting pronouncements:
(a) Liability for contaminated sites:
This accounting pronouncement establishes standards on how to account for and report a liability
associated with the remediation of contaminated sites. It is effective for fiscal years beginning on
or after April 1, 2014, with early adoption encouraged.
(b) Financial instruments:
This accounting pronouncement establishes standards on how to account for and report all types
of financial instruments including derivatives. Financial instruments include primary instruments
and derivative instruments. It is effective for fiscal years beginning on or after April 1, 2015 for
governments and for fiscal years beginning on or after April 1, 2012 for government
organizations, with early adoption encouraged.
(c) Foreign currency translation:
This accounting pronouncement establishes standards on how to account for and report
transactions that are denominated in a foreign currency in government financial statements. It is
effective for fiscal years beginning on or after April 1, 2015 for governments and for fiscal years
beginning on or after April 1, 2012 for government organizations, with early adoption encouraged.
Management is assessing the impact of the adoption of these standards which is not known or
reasonably estimable at this time.
COUNTY OF NEWELL - 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT PAGE 49
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
22. Segmented Disclosures:
Segmented disclosures (Schedule 1) are intended to enable users to better understand the
government reporting entity and the major expense and revenue activities of the County.
The segments have been selected based upon functional activities provided by the County. For each
reported segment, revenues and expenses represent both amounts directly attributable to the
segment and amounts that are allocated on a reasonable basis. The functional areas that have been
separately disclosed, along with the services they provide are as follows:
(a) General government is comprised of Council, Legislative, Corporate Administration, Finance,
Information and Computer Services, Planning, Economic Development, Corporate Safety,
Agricultural Services, Fire and Disaster Services, Bylaw Enforcement, Community Services,
Recreation, Parks and Programs and Library.
(b) Public Works and Transportation is comprised of Roads and Engineering Services.
(c) Public Utilities is comprised of Water, Wastewater and Solid Waste.
23. Comparative information:
Certain comparative information has been reclassified from those previously presented to conform to
the presentation of the 2013 financial statements.
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FINANCIAL REPORT
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2013
24. Budget information:
The budget information presented in these consolidated financial statements is based upon the 2013
budget approved by Council on December 20, 2012 and any subsequent budget amendments.
Adjustments to budgeted values were required to provide comparative budget values based on the
full accrual basis of accounting. The following chart reconciles the approved budget with the budget
information presented in these consolidated statements.
Revenue:
Approved budget
$ 80,197,170
Budget amendments 2,582,798
82,779,968
Adjustments:
Proceeds on debt issue (7,939,000)
Transfers from restricted surplus (15,478,072)
Transfers to organizations (12,972,944)
Total budgeted revenue 46,389,952
Expenses
Approved budget:
$ 80,197,170
Budget amendments
2,582,798
82,779,968
Adjustments:
Tangible capital assets
(38,534,971)
Debt principal repayments
(1,840,466)
Unfunded amortization
2,071,947
Transfers to restricted surplus
(4,402,589)
Transfers to organizations
(12,972,944)
Total budgeted expenses 27,100,945
Budgeted annual surplus $ 19,289,007
25. Approval of financial statements:
These financial statements were approved by Council and Management.
COUNTY OF NEWELL - 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT PAGE 51
SCHEDULE OF SEGMENTED DISCLOSURES
COUNTY OF NEWELL
Schedule of Segmented Disclosures
Year ended December 31, 2013, with comparative information for 2012
Public Works
General and
Government Transportation Public Utilities
Revenue
Net taxes for municipal purposes
Special levies
User Fees and sale of goods
Government transfers - operating
Penalties and costs of taxes
Investment income
License and permits
Other
Gain (loss) on disposal of capital assets
Salaries, wages and benefits
Contracted and general services
Materials, goods, supplies and utilities
Transfers to Organizations
Bank charges and short term interest
Interest on long-term debt
Other expenditures
Amortization
Annual surplus (deficit)
before the undernoted
Insurance proceeds
Contributed assets
Contributed from other local government
Government transfers - capital
Annual surplus (deficit)
Schedule 1
Public Works
Total General and Total
2013 Government Transportation Public Utilities 2012
$ 27,483,929 $
$
-
$ 27,483,929
$ 26,174,091
$ $
- $
26,174,091
699,378
1,346,531
2,045,909
658,598
52,867
711,465
470,415
253,031
431,437
1,154,883
532,828
221,442
233,988
988,258
784,680
-
101,462
886,142
797,613
395,739
101,462
1,294,814
153,848
-
153,848
164,918
-
-
164,918
1,541,343
1,541,343
1,736,993
1,736,993
178,424
-
-
178,424
166,302
-
-
166,302
232,666
55,570
1,277,478
1,565,714
300,242
73,287
1,020,361
1,393,890
283,378
81,964
-
365,342
9,364
(133,115)
-
(123,751)
31,828,061
390,565
3,156,908
35,375,534
30,540,949
557,353
1,408,678
32,506,980
3,842,272
2,972,397
-
6,814,669
3,700,379
2,925,869
-
6,626,248
1,545,403
2,433,648
970,396
4,949,447
1,222,880
2,179,404
426,972
3,829,256
1,154,920
2,244,547
608,067
4,007,534
931,130
1,105,422
458,744
2,495,296
4,177,337
-
-
4,177,337
2,255,975
-
274,315
2,530,290
830
-
830
596
-
596
255,294
-
384,355
639,649
280,254
-
162,672
442,926
84,064
41,862
-
125,926
165,650
114,859
-
280,509
644,998
3,594,847
182,571
4,422,416
367,680
3,396,641
132,281
3,896,602
11,705,118
11,287,301
2,145,389
25,137,808
8,924,544
9,722,195
1,454,984
20,101,723
20,122,943
(10,896,736)
1,011,519
10,237,726
21,616,405
(9,164,842)
(46,306)
12,405,257
1,450,000
-
1,450,000
-
-
-
-
-
-
162,000
246,494
437,388
845,882
2,795,262
-
-
2,795,262
-
-
-
-
-
707,227
5,820,841
6,528,068
1,929,223
1,649,507
6,131,976
9,710,706
$ 24,368,205 $
(10,189,509) $
6,832,360
$ 21,011,056
$ 23,707,628
$ (7,268,841) $
6,523,058 $
22,961,845
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STATISTICAL SECTION
Demographics & Other Statistics
Demographics & Other Statistics
PAGE 56 COUNTY OF NEWELL 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
Population*
6,862
6,862
7,101
7,101
6,786
7,138
Households
2,781
2,815
2,842
2,857
2,957
3,145
Area in hectares
623,537
623,537
623,537
623,537
623,537
623,605
Continuous full-time employees
57
55
54
55
55
60
Debt supported by property taxes
579,840
504,421
425,150
349,691
17,115,017
20,449,278
Debt supported by notes receivable
6,758,464
6,233,550
5,679,764
5,095,521
4,479,144
3,828,867
Debt per capita
1,069
949
860
767
3,182
3,401
Annual surplus
20,658,875
27,859,930
22,190,324
24,689,653
22,961,845
21,011,056
Accumulated surplus
101,827,656
129,687,586
152,792,589
177,482,242
200,444,087
221,455,143
Net financial assets
51,696,054
55,022,926
53,214,934
53,559,230
42,553,303
40,412,495
Permits Issued:
Building Permit
101
76
69
58
90
76
Electrical Permit
223
360
201
166
202
169
Gas Permit
112
57
61
67
81
78
Plumbing Permit
54
39
30
32
51
48
Private Sewage Permit
18
25
17
17
21
22
508
557
378
340
445
393
*Source Alberta Municipal Affairs Statistics Profile
PAGE 56 COUNTY OF NEWELL 2013 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT
STATISTICAL SECTION
Expenses by Function & Expenses by Object
Expenses by Function
EXPENSES
Legislative
Administration
Corporate safety services
Fire and bylaw enforcement
Disaster and emergency services
Roads, streets, walks and lighting
Airport
Water and waste water
Waste management
Family and community support
Municipal planning
Community and agricultural services
Subdivision land and development
Recreation and parks
Culture and library
Other
TOTAL EXPENSES BY FUNCTION
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
$ 411,868 $
419,156 $
438,302
$ 456,142 $
433,035 $
456,097
5,020,940
4,197,280
2,900,474
3,130,338
3,220,198
3,592,537
197,892
216,334
238,257
236,523
251,127
260,472
926,748
953,991
1,032,879
881,245
1,060,690
1,283,897
91,733
12,314
180,571
133,965
145,619
165,893
8,503,831
10,142,187
8,628,420
12,581,127
9,722,194
11,790,873
-
-
90,641
112,297
92,701
92,484
2,304,183
13,464,843
6,612,354
2,906,261
1,195,158
1,376,277
233,743
234,308
249,413
255,619
259,826
261,986
40,880
41,217
43,949
41,668
60,812
60,829
168,179
216,496
224,308
260,789
380,354
443,448
1,308,869
1,141,585
1,140,078
1,048,306
1,300,551
1,439,801
15,700
166,050
171,491
174,056
265,710
347,863
674,439
701,270
733,752
731,661
767,826
826,418
123,720
137,222
138,125
139,473
140,682
138,917
51,649
(9,634)
76,245
37,454
805,240
2,600,016
$ 20,074,374 $ 32,034,619 $ 22,899,259 $ 23,126,924 $ 20,101,723 $ 25,137,808
Expenses by Object
EXPENSES
Salaries, wages and benefits
Contracted and general services
Materials, goods, supplies and utilities
Transfers to organizations
Bank charges and short-term interest
Interest on long-term debt
Other expenditures
Amortization
TOTAL EXPENSES BY OBJECT
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
$ 5,395,633 $ 5,499,995 $ 5,731,502 $ 6,063,168 $ 6,626,248 $ 6,814,669
4,314,291 4,850,898 3,354,805 6,532,596 3,829,256 4,949,447
2,217,314 2,009,729 1,935,961 2,401,879 2,495,296 4,007,534
5,932,034 16,327,408 8,150,298 4,039,138 2,530,290 4,186,278
563 528 497 508 596 830
428,683 391,030 357,911 325,913 442,926 630,708
104,892 70,262 38,960 225,294 280,509 125,926
1,680,964 2,884,769 3,329,325 3,538,428 3,896,602 4,422,416
$ 20,074,374 $ 32,034,619 $ 22,899,259 $ 23,126,924 $ 20,101,723 $ 25,137,808
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STATISTICAL SECTION
Revenues by Source
Revenues by Source
REVENUES
Net municipal property taxes
Special levies
User fees and sale of goods
Government transfers
Penalties and cost of taxes
Investment income
Licenses and permits
Other revenue
Gain (loss) on disposal of tangible capital assets
Operating revenues
Other:
Insurance proceeds
Contributed from other local government
Contributed assets
Government transfers
TOTAL REVENUE
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
$ 25,368,889 $ 27,529,024 $ 25,357,073 $ 25,337,414 $ 26,174,091 $27,483,929
811,565 725,363 784,728 685,797 711,465 2,045,909
685,892 800,859 798,453 828,787 988,258 1,154,883
2,141,579 1,733,210 1,601,670 1,198,557 1,294,814 886,142
76,391 112,218 138,669 167,589 164,918 153,848
2,388,286 1,448,226 1,180,134 1,371,013 1,736,993 1,541,343
31,495 27,125 30,700 70,292 166,302 178,424
122,375 161,852 114,928 271,655 1,393,890 1,565,715
(30,830) (39,478) 91,464 130,537 (123,751) 365,342
31,595,642 32,498,399 30,097,819 30,061,641 32,506,980 35,375,534
- - - - - 1,450,000
- - - - - 2,795,262
710,670 624,420 1,667,917 106,193 845,882 -
8,426,937 26,771,730 13,323,847 17,648,743 9,710,706 6,528,068
9,137,607 27,396,150 14,991,764 17,754,936 10,556,588 10,773,330
$ 40,733,249 $ 59,894,549 $ 45,089,583 $ 47,816,577 $ 43,063,568 $ 46,148,864
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