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2017 ANNUAL REPORT SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LTD.
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Dear Owner It is my pleasure to present to you our 2017 Annual Report. I have served as Chairman of the Board since 2012. Every year we have done our very best to improve our community. Maintaining the common property is our highest priority and we strive to find the balance between form and function. For instance, repairs to canal walls or the wastewater plant are not very obvious, but they are essential. Whenever we
FROM THE
improve a recreation area, such as we did at Clipper Island, we are able to address both visual appeal and functionality. The demands on our budget always exceed our ability to
CHAIRMAN
meet them without increasing fees. We are proud that we
ROBERT SANDS
of the community has increased, but hardly above inflation.
Chairman since 2012
Meanwhile the demands have also increased given the
Sandyport Homeowners
have invested in improvements from our maintenance budget,
without
raising
fees.
The
last
maintenance
assessment increase took place in 2006. Granted, the size
expansion of the community.
Association Ltd. We had no damage from extreme weather events, which experience shows can cost over $100K. Some delinquent accounts settled, resulting in a reduction in our doubtful debts provision. To a large extent these two factors contributed to the surplus. And that is after we invested over $300K on improvements. The surplus will go to much needed repairs and improvements in early 2018. This includes expansion of the CCTV system and a new perimeter wall to enhance security. During the year we revisited some of our policies. These impact security, construction and the use of common
facilities. In particular, we addressed deviations from the standards set out in the guidelines. We recognise that some of these changes may have been difficult to take on board, but they are for the betterment of our community. As we continue to improve the common property, we should uphold the standards for the private properties also. This is how we expect our whole community to progress. For the past four years we have held an annual social event. It’s a wonderful opportunity for residents to meet but also to hear your feedback. Our 2017 social event had the biggest attendance to date. It is our hope that we can continue to enjoy this event for years to come. The work that we do here requires everybody’s cooperation. Our management team do a great job handling our resources. They have tasks that are, sometimes, met with resistance. Please be mindful that the team are acting on behalf of the Board that represents you. Continue providing your feedback, we do listen and adapt as necessary. I would like to extend thanks to my fellow Directors who have volunteered their time. They provide the guidance that makes the community one that reflects us. On behalf of the Board, we thank the committee members who have also contributed their time and expertise for the benefit of the community. On behalf of the Board of Directors
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CONTENTS 2
FROM THE CHAIRMAN
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OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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MANAGEMENT TEAM
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OPERATIONS SUMMARY
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TREASURER’S REPORT
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2017 FINANCIAL BUDGET
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AUDITOR’S REPORT
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PROFESSIONAL ADVISORS
OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHOSEN BY YOU TO SERVE OUR COMMUNITY Our Articles of Association requires that a Board of 7 volunteer Directors each serve a term of 2 years. Every year at least 3 Directors’ tenure comes to an end and we vote at our Annual General Meeting to elect their replacements. Former Directors may be re-elected.
ROBERT SANDS
BRUCE KNOWLES
GILBERT WARD
Chairman Re-elected 2017
Treasurer Re-elected 2016
Secretary Elected 2017
KOSTA BERDANIS
EDWARD GARDNER
MICHELE MOODIE
TONY MIAOULIS
Director Re-elected 2017
Director Re-elected 2017
Director Re-elected 2016
Director Elected 2017
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MANAGEMENT TEAM
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SIMON COOPER
SARAH BARTON
General Manager
Security Services
RONELLA FRANCIS
ORPHEUS INGRAHAM
Assistant Manager
Maintenance
SHAMARA BURROWS
CHARLES COOPER
Accountant
Water / Sewerage
KAYLA LIGHTBOURNE
KOORARAM RAMBURUN
Accounts Clerk
Progress Chaser
OPERATIONS SUMMARY “I HAVE LIVED IN SANDYPORT FOR 25 YEARS AND CAN HONESTLY SAY THE COMMUNITY IS THE BEST IT HAS EVER BEEN.” RR
POLICY UPDATES The Board has listened and considered the demands from our owners. The Directors review the impact of recommendations on the whole community. We adapt policies when doing so is in the best interests and progression of Sandyport. A summary of the changes follows. Visit the Helpdesk at our website for current details of all policies and guidelines.
are reasons for the restrictions which are both functional and aesthetic. We now consider gazebo installations within the setbacks subject to meeting certain criteria. In all cases submit a construction application for review. We permit certain types of worker in the community outside of the normal working hours of 7:30am until 5pm on business days. We received complaints of work on construction sites outside of standard permitted hours. We no longer permit any type of work on any construction site, other than for
“QUICK RESPONSE, FRIENDLY AND RIGHT FEEDBACK FOR MY QUESTION. MANY THANKS.” MD CHANGES AFFECTING CONSTRUCTION There are a small number of ‘estate’ lots within Sandyport, those intended for larger homes. Given the size and value of the typical Sandyport home, it is a reality that that these lots are unlikely to be developed in their current state soon. The Restrictive Covenants do not permit the subdividing of lots. But we have made exception where the property can divide into 2 lots each of not less than 5,000 square feet. We want to encourage the development of all vacant lots. There are criteria to meet but generally if an estate lot is eligible for subdivision, we will grant approval. From time to time we receive construction applications that include gazebos. Like most structures, gazebos cannot construct outside of the building envelope. i.e. inside the setbacks where no construction should take place. There
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emergencies, outside of permitted hours.
CHANGES AFFECTING THE USE OF COMMON PROPERTY The common facilities are for the enjoyment of all residents. Sometimes residents use the facilities beyond the intended purpose. We have implemented greater controls to curtail this behaviour. Common parking areas are not for the long-term storage of vehicles. Abandoned vehicles are subject to removal. This makes available parking spaces for other residents and maintains an orderly appearance. The pool areas, and in particular in Phase V, have certain restrictions to ensure that residents are not disturbed when in use. We have further restricted use for residents only that must remain in attendance throughout the event. For instance, a resident cannot host a wedding for a relative (unless they too live in Sandyport). It is fair to say that the venue may not be suitable given the restrictions in place. We recommend paying careful attention to these guidelines before booking. It may be more practical to host the function elsewhere. Private coaches are welcome in Sandyport, if they are at the invitation and tuition of the resident. Solicitation is not permitted, and the coach may not use facilities for the benefit of non-residents.
CHANGES AFFECTING PRIVATE PROPERTY Raising standards in Sandyport requires the participation of our residents. We took a decision in 2017 to become more proactive at upholding the standards set out in the guidelines. In May 2017, we circulated a general notice and an infraction checklist for owners to review. We were mindful of the timing and deferred administering the process until the New Year. It may have come as a surprise to many since it is the first time we have undertaken this exercise on such a scale. We appreciate your cooperation which will serve to enhance our community.
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COMMON PROPERTY MAINTENANCE We contract our garbage collection, painting and gardening services to third party companies. We changed gardening contractor in 2017. The maintenance of the private and common gardens has continued improving since handover. We have retained the same garbage and painting contractors for 2017 into 2018.
COMMON PROPERTY IMPROVEMENTS In 2016, we made major improvements to Beach Lane. We
There are ongoing repairs and improvements necessary for the canal walls throughout Sandyport. Engineers performed a study in 2014 that identified the repairs needed over a 10year period. We have started the exercise with repairs to canal walls along parts of Sandyport Drive, Governor’s Cay and the canal inlet.
“I’M VERY SATISFIED WITH THE QUALITY OF SUPPORT.. THANKS AGAIN.” SF
completed the work in 2017 by adding new lighting, signs and resurfacing. The main entrance also benefitted from
We modified the speed bumps in response to concerns
new acceleration and deceleration lanes together with a
about the height, which affected lower vehicles. The public
pedestrian crossing and sidewalk. These features serve to
bathrooms all received electric hand dryers. These are more
improve pedestrian and traffic safety. The security control
hygienic, reduce waste and cut the need for paper towels
room at the main entrance enjoyed a facelift with new
which were often found blocking the toilets.
windows, shutters, blinds and lighting. We replaced the
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signs at both the main and service entrances with a more
We have fenced off the under-utilized area in the north-
contemporary logo.
east corner of the community (in Phase V) to create an area
for accompanied pets to exercise. And we reserved the neighbouring section around the batting cage for residents to enjoy, pet (and animal waste) free. The area received treatment with vegetation, softening its appearance when in bloom. The main entrance, in Beach Lane and along the eastern perimeter wall received new landscaping. When we plan new landscaping projects, we factor in maintenance costs and extreme weather events. Minimal landscaping is best for maintenance, but extreme weather can destroy a wonderful theme. We aim for a balance between manageability and beautification. The largest single project in 2017 by value was the renovation of the Clipper Island recreation area. We rebuilt the entire area except for the pool. The deck got enlarged, the pool resurfaced, new vinyl fencing installed and the area landscaped. We also built a new pump house, garbage corral and extra parking. The total investment was $130K.
SECURITY SERVICES The primary function of security services is the protection of people and assets. After the devastation from hurricane Matthew in 2016, we invested in emergency supplies and equipment ahead of the 2017 hurricane season. This improves our ability to respond and function during an extreme weather event. Being mindful of this we have also replaced older golf carts with gas powered carts. This reduces the dependency on electricity and they can almost operate non-stop as they do not need recharging. This may be counter to the global trend toward clean energy but it is the reality we live in, in our environment.
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We
made
improvements
to
our
communications
infrastructure also. All security offices are contactable by
be possible in a single financial year without increasing the maintenance assessment.
dialling the main number. But in the event of an emergency, pressing zero at any time directs the call to an operator. The handheld radios used by security services have a limited range which decreases as the building density increases. To address this, we invested in equipment that extends the range so that we have full coverage in all areas throughout the community. This may seem trivial, but in the event of an emergency seconds count and being able to reach the control room immediately could be critical. Our security team comprises of core personnel employed by the Association and staff from two contractors. Although
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it is not required by law for our employees, we ensure that the Ministry of National Security licenses all officers. Besides
The Directors are considering the viability of building an
the third-party vetting that all personnel undergo, security
administration office on our property. Whilst this does not
licenses are subject to annual renewal. This gives us a level
add any direct benefit to the residents, the Association would
of confidence that the people employed to protect our
no longer need to rent office space.
community meet the highest security standards.
FUTURE PLANS
We had no major security breaches in 2017, but we are not complacent and always improving our security. The CCTV system will receive further expansion in 2018, providing
We focus on the ongoing canal wall repairs according to
coverage for the recreation areas and in current ‘dead zones’.
safety first, then condition. The developer used a range of
We will build a perimeter wall to the North of the property,
different standards to build the canal walls. We consult with
heading west from the tennis courts located near the main
engineers to determine the best solution for each repair on a
entrance.
case by case basis. We are responsible for maintaining over 17,000 linear feet of canal wall. The average cost to date for
Our wastewater plant is well maintained and in reasonable
the repairs is $510 per linear foot.
condition. We will replace a major component in early 2018 at an estimated cost of $78K. The system is close to
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The estimated cost to rebuild the road infrastructure is about
capacity and will need expanding to be able to handle the
$350 per linear foot. For example, the cost to rebuild the road
increasing demands of both our community and Olde Towne.
from the main entrance to the first pool on Sandyport drive is
The original developer has the obligation of expanding the
over $400K. So, it is a major undertaking that would likely not
system, at an estimated cost of $1m.
TREASURER’S REPORT Revenue declined by under 1% compared to 2016 and direct
The receivables with the greatest reductions year on year are
costs also fell in line with revenue. This decline includes a
as shown below. Note that in some instances, the properties
$45K assessment correction. The following table summarises
are under new ownership:
the changes in maintenance income year on year:
Total assessed properties Total assessed square feet Under construction Vacant lots
2017 398 949,635 3 102
2016 393 924,736 6 103
We did not suffer any major hurricane related expenses during the year. Our bad debt provision reduced by $276K. These are the most significant factors contributing to the surplus of $285K for the year (2016 : $17K). The surplus will enable us to advance certain projects earlier than planned in 2018. These include the CCTV expansion, new perimeter wall and major wastewater plant repairs.
Property / Debtor Coral Beach 12A Kingfisher Island 17 Kingfisher Island 4 Sandyport Development Sandyport Drive 15 Sandyport Drive 154 Sandyport Drive 157 Sandyport Drive 84 The Arches 6 Watercolor Cay 32 Watercolor Cay 6 Total reduction
Reduction 12,636 2,421 6,588 244,529 19,111 12,472 2,784 4,501 24,476 43,413 2,817 375,748
QUICK FACT: LATE FEE REVENUE MATCHED THE COST OF THE ANNUAL SOCIAL EVENT
Our revenue from other services declined in part due to an agreed rate change for the wastewater processing from Olde Towne. As part of a settlement agreement, we credited $167K (including VAT) to adjust the rate back to 2013. The rate per gallon was 0.116¢ before the change, we proposed an increase to 1.71¢ and the matter settled at 0.939¢ - an 806% improvement. They settled the remaining balance which contributed to the reduced bad debt provision.
Cash and cash equivalents increased by 34% to $1,045K (2016 : $782K) and net receivables decreased by 13% to $184K (2016 : $212K). Note that net receivables factors in a bad debt provision of $276K. Maintenance paid in full at the start of the year came from 99 properties or 23.9% by value (2016 : 98 properties or 23.3% by value). The average number of accounts that incurred monthly late fees increased by 11% to 82 (2016 : 74).
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NOTABLE DEBTORS
Revenue 3,500,000
We assign all old unpaid debts to our legal team for processing unless there is a payment plan in place. Some matters have
3,400,000
proceeded to litigation and are ongoing. Below are details of those accounts with balances exceeding $20K at the year-
3,300,000
end:
NATHANIAL BAIN (ROYAL PALM CAY 23) $60,854
3,200,000
3,100,000
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
The balance relates to unpaid maintenance fees and penalties. The Court of Appeal overturned the original ruling in favor of the owner’s application to build without Association consent.
23.9%
The matter is ongoing.
LIONEL LEVINE (GOVERNOR’S CAY 34) $50,722
OF ACCOUNTS PAID EARLY
The balance relates to unpaid maintenance fees and penalties. We are awaiting a hearing date. The matter is ongoing. We invested $334K in improvements without increasing the fees for the 13th consecutive year.
DEREK RYAN (BEACH LANE 5) $38,115 The balance relates to unpaid maintenance fees and
Improvements
penalties. We took possession of the property in 2015, the
600,000
principal amount of the judgment was then settled. The matter is now awaiting a new trial date.
450,000
JES-EL CAR CO. LTD. (SANDYPORT DRIVE 124) $27,994
300,000
The balance relates to disputed maintenance fees and penalties. The owner is challenging the date maintenance
150,000
fees commenced, and the calculation of the property size. 0
The matter is ongoing. 2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
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2018 FINANCIAL BUDGET REVENUE Maintenance fees Water and meters income Other services Total revenue
2018 Budget in B$ 2,938,000 380,000 50,000 3,368,000
DIRECT EXPENSES Security expenses
807,000
Gardening expenses
520,000
Maintenance of common areas
433,000
Water & meters
412,000
Waste water management
275,000
Improvements
225,000
Painting expenses
221,000
Garbage removal
69,000
Total direct expenses GROSS PROFIT
2,962,000 406,000
OPERATING EXPENSES Salaries, benefits & NI
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255,000
Rent and utilities
39,000
Office & computer
33,000
Professional fees
25,000
Telephone & communications
17,000
Finance charges
13,000
Insurance
10,000
Other expense
3,000
Property & other taxes
3,000
Total operating expenses
398,000
NET MAINTENANCE FUND
8,000
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 AND INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REPORT
statements in the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, and we
OPINION
have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance
We have audited the accompanying financial statements of
SANDYPORT
HOMEOWNERS
ASSOCIATION
LIMITED
(“the Homeowners Association”) which is comprised of the statement of financial position as at December 31, 2017 and the related statements of maintenance fund, changes in equity and cash flows for the year then ended and a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory
with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF MANAGEMENT AND THOSE CHARGED WITH GOVERNANCE FOR THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
information. Management is responsible for the preparation and fair In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements
presentation of the financial statements in accordance
present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of
with IFRSs, and for such internal control as management
the Homeowners Association as at December 31, 2017, and
determines is necessary to enable the preparation of financial
its financial performance and its cash flows for the year then
statements that are free from material misstatement,
ended in accordance with International Financial Reporting
whether due to fraud or error.
Standards (“IFRSs”). In preparing the financial statements, management is
BASIS FOR OPINION We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (“ISAs”). Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our report. We are independent of the Homeowners Association in accordance with the ethical
responsible for assessing the Homeowners Association’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless management either intends to liquidate the Homeowners Association or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so. Those charged with governance are responsible for overseeing the Homeowners Association’s financial reporting process.
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AUDITOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE AUDIT OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about
used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates
whether the financial statements as a whole are free from
and related disclosures made by management;
material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to
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Conclude on the appropriateness of management’s use
issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable
of the going concern basis of accounting and, based
assurance is a high level of assurance but is not a guarantee
on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material
that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs will always
uncertainty exists related to events or conditions
detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements
that may cast significant doubt on the Homeowners
can arise from fraud or error and are considered material
Association’s ability to continue as a going concern. If we
if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be
conclude that a material uncertainty exists, then we are
expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken
required to draw attention in our auditors’ report to the
on the basis of these financial statements.
related disclosure in the financial statement or, if such disclosure is inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our
As part of an audit in accordance with ISAs, we exercise
conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained
professional judgement and maintain professional skepticism
up to the date of our auditors’ report.
throughout the audit. We also:
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However, future events or conditions may cause the Homeowners Association to cease to continue as a going
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Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or
concern; and •
Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content
error, design and perform audit procedures responsive
of the financial statement, including the disclosures,
to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient
and whether the financial statement represent the
and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The
underlying transactions and events in a manner that
risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting
achieves fair presentation.
from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error,
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as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional
We communicated with those charged with governance
omission, misrepresentation or the override of internal
regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and
control;
timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including
Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant
any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify
to the audit in order to design audit procedures that
during our audit.
are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the
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purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness
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Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS AT DECEMBER 31, 2017 (Expressed in Bahamian dollars) ASSETS Current Assets
2017
2016
1,044,645
781,514
184,304
212,880
87,932
157,070
1,316,881
1,151,464
57,421
89,942
1,374,302
1,241,406
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
138,279
295,980
Prepaid maintenance fees and deposits (Note 6)
529,018
523,443
667,297
819,423
429
416
General reserve fund (Note 7)
421,554
404,251
Maintenance fund
285,022
17,316
707,005
421,983
1,374,302
1,241,406
Cash and cash equivalents Accounts receivable (Note 4) Prepayments and deposits Total current assets Fixed assets, net (Note 5) TOTAL ASSETS
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY Current Liabilities
Total current liabilities
SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY Share capital: 5,000 ordinary shares authorized at $1.00 par value, 429 (2016: 416) shares issued and outstanding
Total shareholders’ equity TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these audited financial statements. These financial statements were approved by the Board of Directors on March 8, 2018 and are signed on its behalf by:
Director
Director
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED STATEMENT OF MAINTENANCE FUND FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 (Expressed in Bahamian dollars) REVENUE
2017
2016
2,894,775
2,917,573
Water and meters income
381,749
365,325
Other services
126,129
151,427
36,584
33,695
3,439,237
3,468,020
Security expenses (Note 8)
778,534
769,290
Improvements (Note 9)
334,347
395,911
Gardening expenses (Note 10)
498,178
436,977
Maintenance of common areas (Note 11)
375,373
474,542
Water and meters (Note 12)
411,207
352,374
Waste water management (Note 13)
172,027
195,148
Painting expenses (Note 14)
222,561
178,837
68,400
81,785
2,860,627
2,884,864
578,610
583,156
Maintenance fees
Miscellaneous income Total revenue DIRECT EXPENSES
Garbage removal
Total direct expenses GROSS PROFIT OPERATING EXPENSES
257,764
246,498
Rent and utilities (Note 15)
38,200
40,963
Office and computer supplies
28,238
23,092
Professional fees
22,955
32,388
Telephone and communications
11,654
14,937
Finance charges
13,223
11,408
Insurance
9,777
9,882
Property and other taxes
2,188
1,000
Depreciation (Note 5)
1,611
1,598
(92,022)
184,073
Total operating expenses
293,588
565,839
NET MAINTENANCE FUND
285,022
17,317
Salaries, benefits & national insurance
(Recovery)/Provision for doubtful accounts (Note 4)
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 (Expressed in Bahamian dollars)
(ACCUMULATED GENERAL
DEFICIT) /
SHARE
RESERVE
MAINTENANCE
CAPITAL
FUND
FUND
TOTAL
409
557,024
(152,767)
404,666
Shares issued during the year
7
(7)
-
-
Maintenance fund distribution
-
(152,766)
152,766
-
Net maintenance fund for the year
-
-
17,317
17,317
Balance at December 31, 2016
416
404,251
17,316
421,983
Shares issued during the year
13
(13)
-
-
Maintenance fund distribution
-
17,316
(17,316)
-
Net maintenance fund for the year
-
-
285,022
285,022
429
421,554
285,022
707,005
Balance at January 1, 2016
Balance at December 31, 2017
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these audited financial statements.
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED STATEMENT OF CASHFLOWS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 (Expressed in Bahamian dollars)
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES Net maintenance fund
2017
2016
285,022
17,317
52,931
43,056
Add non-cash transactions: Depreciation (Note 5) (Profit) from disposal of fixed assets
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(458)
(Recovery)/Provision for doubtful accounts
(92,022)
184,073
Operating income before working capital changes
245,931
243,988
120,598
(99,808)
69,138
(70,949)
Decrease / (Increase) in accounts receivable Decrease / (Increase) in prepayments and deposits (Decrease) / Increase in accounts payable and accrued expenses
(157,701)
202,782
5,575
(69,226)
283,541
206,787
(20,410)
(55,655)
-
458
Net cash used in investing activities
(20,410)
(55,197)
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents
263,131
151,590
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year
781,514
629,924
1,044,645
781,514
Increase / (Decrease) in prepaid maintenance fees and deposits Net cash provided by operating activities CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES Purchase of fixed assets (Note 5) Proceeds from disposals of fixed assets
Cash and cash equivalents, end of year Cash and cash equivalents are comprised of the following: Cash on hand
800
800
Cash in bank
420,652
358,236
Term deposit
623,193
422,478
1,044,645
781,514
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these audited financial statements.
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 (Expressed in Bahamian dollars)
1. GENERAL INFORMATION Sandyport Management Association Limited was incorporated under the laws of The Commonwealth of the Bahamas on May 25, 1990 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sandyport Development Association Limited (“Devco”). On September 14, 1998, the name of the Association was changed to Sandyport Homeowners Association Limited (“the Homeowners Association”). On May 21, 2008, ownership of the common areas and common infrastructure of the Sandyport residential community was transferred from Devco to the Homeowners Association. The principal activity of the Homeowners Association is to manage the Sandyport residential community in accordance with the terms of the authority granted to Devco by licenses issued to each property owner defining their rights and obligations in regard to the common areas. Devco assigned the said authority under these licenses to the Homeowners Association on November 3, 2009. On January 2, 2010, Devco transferred the ownership of the Homeowners Association to the property owners of the Sandyport residential community. As at December 31, 2017 the Homeowners Association had 28 employees (2016: 26).
2. BASIS OF PREPARATION AND ADOPTION OF IFRS Statement of compliance – These financial statements include the accounts of Sandyport Homeowners Association Limited and have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRSs”) for Small and Medium-sized Entities, issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). These accounting policies are disclosed in Note 3 of the financial statements. Basis of measurement – These financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 (CONTINUED) (Expressed in Bahamian dollars)
2. BASIS OF PREPARATION AND ADOPTION OF IFRS (CONTINUED) Functional and presentation currency - The Bahamian dollar is the Homeowners Association’s measurement and reporting currency because its capital and a majority of its transactions are denominated in that currency. Use of estimates and judgments - The preparation of financial statements in conformity with IFRS for Small and Mediumsized Entities 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.
3. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES a. Foreign currency - Translations in foreign currencies have been converted into Bahamian dollars at the rate of exchange prevailing at the date of each transaction. At the balance sheet date, foreign currency assets and liabilities are translated into Bahamian dollars using year-end rates of exchange; differences arising are included in the statement of maintenance fund for the year. b. Revenue recognition - Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable and represents the monthly maintenance fee charged to the homeowners. This fee is based on square footage of the house on each property and owners of empty lots are charged a flat fee. c. Cash and cash equivalents - Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand and at bank and short-term deposits which have a maturity period of less than three months. d. Trade and other receivables - Accounts receivable is stated at cost less provision for doubtful accounts and any impairment losses. Management records provisions when in their opinion, amounts are irrecoverable based on historical performance and solvency of the customer. The provision for doubtful accounts policy is based on accounts that are 360 days old and remains unpaid.
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 (CONTINUED) (Expressed in Bahamian dollars)
3. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED) e. Fixed assets - Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and any impairment losses. Depreciation is calculated on the straight-line basis to write-off assets over their estimated useful lives as follows: Waste water system
-
3 - 5 years
Maintenance equipment
-
3 years
Computer and office equipment
-
3 years
Security equipment
-
3 years
f. Income and expense recognition - Income and expenses are recorded on an accrual basis of accounting. g. Improvements - These are various projects that are undertaken for the improvement of common areas. These projects are additions and modifications to existing infrastructure within the community. The costs associated with these projects are expensed in the period incurred but is accounted for on the accrual basis for projects not completed within the fiscal year. Improvements are itemized separately and by project for clarity. h. Impairment of assets - An assessment is made at each financial position date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment of any assets, or whether there is any indication that an impairment loss previously recognized on an asset in prior years may no longer exists; the asset’s recoverable amount is estimated. An asset’s recoverable amount is computed as the higher of the asset’s value in use or its net selling price. An impairment loss is recognized only if the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. An impairment loss is charged to operations in the period in which it arises unless the asset is carried at a revalued amount in which case the impairment is charged to revaluation. A previously recognized impairment is reversed only if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount of the asset, however, not to an amount higher than the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of any depreciation), had no impairment loss been recognized for the asset in prior years. i. Related party transactions - Related parties include members of the board who are also homeowners. tel. +1 (242) 676-8990 l www.sandyport.management
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 (CONTINUED) (Expressed in Bahamian dollars)
4. ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Accounts receivable is comprised as follows: Accounts receivable Less: provision for doubtful accounts Accounts receivable, net
2017
2016
460,684
737,325
(276,380)
(524,445)
184,304
212,880
The movement in the provision for doubtful accounts is as follows: Balance, beginning of year
524,445
340,372
Add: (recovery)/provision made during the year
(92,022)
184,073
(156,043)
-
276,380
524,445
Current
43,223
31,989
31 to 90 days
82,780
36,990
91 to 360 days
58,301
143,901
Over 360 days
276,380
524,445
460,684
737,325
Less: amounts written off during the year Balance, end of year The aging of receivables are as follows:
Balance, end of year
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 (CONTINUED) (Expressed in Bahamian dollars)
5. FIXED ASSETS The movement of fixed assets during the year is as follows: Waste COST
Computer
Water
Maintenance
and Office
Security
System
Equipment
Equipment
Equipment
Total
237,871
11,157
66,915
71,019
386,962
Additions
-
20,534
(317)
35,438
55,655
Disposals
(11,652)
(736)
-
-
(12,388)
Balance as at December 31, 2016
226,219
30,955
66,598
106,457
430,229
Additions
305
-
2,270
17,835
20,410
Disposals
-
-
(1,284)
-
(1,284)
226,524
30,955
67,584
124,292
449,355
199,243
10,513
63,550
36,313
309,619
18,533
593
1,598
22,332
43,056
Balance as at December 31, 2015
Balance at December 31, 2017
ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION Balance as December 31, 2015 Depreciation Disposals
(11,652)
(736)
-
-
(12,388)
Balance at December 31, 2016
206,124
10,370
65,148
58,645
340,287
13,730
7,007
1,611
30,583
52,931
-
-
(1,284)
-
(1,284)
219,854
17,377
65,475
89,228
391,934
Balance as at December 31, 2017
6,670
13,578
2,109
35,064
57,421
Balance as at December 31, 2016
20,095
20,585
1,450
47,812
89,942
Depreciation Disposals Balance as at December 31, 2017
CARRYING VALUE
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 (CONTINUED) (Expressed in Bahamian dollars)
5. FIXED ASSETS (CONTINUED) Depreciation expense by functional categories is as follows: 2017
2016
Waste water management (Note 13)
13,730
18,533
Security equipment (Note 8)
30,583
22,332
Computer and office equipment
1,611
1,598
Maintenance equipment (Note 11)
7,007
593
52,931
43,056
2017
2016
Advance payments
426,768
421,693
Water deposits
102,250
101,750
529,018
523,443
Total
6. PREPAID MAINTENANCE FEES AND DEPOSITS Prepaid maintenance fees and deposits are as follows:
Total
7. GENERAL RESERVE FUND This amount represents a reserve established to provide for future contingencies.
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 (CONTINUED) (Expressed in Bahamian dollars)
8. SECURITY EXPENSES Security expenses are as follows: 2017
2016
Wages
435,006
425,934
Service contract
246,657
259,380
Supplies
35,152
29,838
Security maintenance
30,433
28,886
Depreciation (Note 5)
30,583
22,332
703
2,920
778,534
769,290
Uniforms Total
9. IMPROVEMENTS During the fiscal year, there were key projects undertaken which included Clipper Island and Seawall and canal. Overall improvement expenses are as follows: 2017
2016
129,763
-
Seawall and canal
92,727
174,129
Beach Lane Common Area
67,872
75,920
Other
23,320
21,064
Eastern Perimeter Wall
20,665
-
-
124,798
334,347
395,911
Clipper Island
Main entrance Total
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 (CONTINUED) (Expressed in Bahamian dollars)
10. GARDENING EXPENSES Gardening expenses are as follows: 2017
2016
378,521
366,000
Extermination
53,865
56,920
Garden supplies
46,786
9,349
Miscellaneous
19,006
4,708
498,178
436,977
2017
2016
123,803
84,575
Wages
87,384
85,798
Utilities
83,179
81,758
Roads and lights
23,344
17,141
Swimming pool
Contract services
Total
11. MAINTENANCE OF COMMON AREAS The expenses associated with the maintenance of common areas are as follows: Supplies and tools
21,346
20,876
Dredging
9,880
54,448
Depreciation of equipment (Note 5)
7,007
593
Tennis courts
6,925
11,540
Hurricane expenses
6,886
113,855
Contract service
5,619
3,958
375,373
474,542
Total
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 (CONTINUED) (Expressed in Bahamian dollars)
12. WATER & METERS Water and meters expenses are as follows: 2017
2016
409,817
350,716
1,390
1,658
411,207
352,374
2017
2016
Wages
63,563
62,389
Services
39,886
45,532
Materials
38,190
42,551
Repairs and maintenance
16,658
26,143
Depreciation (Note 5)
13,730
18,533
172,027
195,148
2017
2016
135,159
109,987
87,402
68,850
222,561
178,837
Water Water meters Total
13. WASTE WATER MANAGEMENT Waste water management expenses are as follows:
Total
14. PAINTING EXPENSES Painting expenses are as follows:
Painting contractors Paint and supplies Total
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 (CONTINUED) (Expressed in Bahamian dollars)
15. RENT The Homeowners Association rents office space from Artech Bahamas Ltd. at $39,000 per annum, inclusive of electricity and water. The lease will expire on August 31, 2019.
16. CONTINGENT LIABILITIES Waste water - Following an evaluation of the waste water treatment system in 2012, Harris Civil Engineers recommended a series of improvements and repairs. Certain of the work was completed by the end of 2014 and it is estimated that completion of the remaining work will require an expenditure of $430,000. The Board believes that the recommended work can be completed out of budgeted income streams but will consider the need for a special assessment should this become necessary. In addition, the waste water system is almost at its operational capacity: the preliminary budget to expand the capacity to meet anticipated future requirements is $1 million. Under the terms of an Agreement dated November 3, 2009, the cost of such expansion will be borne by the developer, Sandyport Development Association Limited (Devco). The Board continues to explore alternative cost effective and productive solutions to this issue. Seawall - With the exception of a few unstable and incomplete sections of wall noted in an engineer’s report commissioned by the Association, the seawall is in fair condition with primarily corrosion damage to the coping beam. Engineers have advised that the durability and appearance of the wall can be improved significantly by completing the noted repairs and coating the concrete surface. The overall cost of the repairs has not been fully quantified.
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 (CONTINUED) (Expressed in Bahamian dollars)
17. FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT The Homeowners Association is exposed to a variety of risks including liquidity risk, credit risk, interest rate risk and capital risk management arising in the normal course of the Homeowners Association’s business activities. The Homeowners Association does not have any written risk management policies and guidelines. Management monitors the financial risks of the Homeowners Association and takes such measures as considered necessary from time to time to minimize such financial risks. Liquidity risk - Liquidity risk is the risk that an enterprise will encounter difficulty in raising funds to meet commitments associated with financial instruments. Liquidity risk may result from an inability to sell a financial asset quickly, at close to its fair value. Prudent liquidity risk management implies maintaining sufficient cash. The Homeowners Association monitors and maintains a level of bank balances deemed adequate to finance its operations. The Homeowners Association deposits cash with financial institutions of good standing. Credit risk – Credit risk arises from the possibility that customers may not be able to settle obligations within the normal terms of transactions. The Homeowners Association performs ongoing credit evaluation of the debtors’ financial condition and maintains an account for allowance for doubtful trade and other accounts receivable based upon the expected collectibles of all trade and other accounts receivable. The Homeowners Association has no significant concentration of credit risks with any single counterparty or group counterparties. Interest rate risk – Cash flow interest rate risk is the risk that future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in market interest rates. Fair value interest rate risk is the risk that the fair value of a financial instrument will fluctuate due to changes in market interest rate. Demand deposits and term deposits are the only significant interest-bearing assets and liabilities. Accordingly, the Homeowners Association’s income and operating cash flow are substantially independent of changes in market interest rates. tel. +1 (242) 676-8990 l www.sandyport.management
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SANDYPORT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION LIMITED NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2017 (CONTINUED) (Expressed in Bahamian dollars)
Capital risk management – The Homeowners Association manages its capital to ensure that it will be able to continue as a going concern while maximizing the return to homeowners through the optimization of the debt and equity balance. The Homeowners Association’s overall strategy remains unchanged from 2010. The capital structure of the Homeowners Association consists of debt, cash and equity attributable to equity holders comprising of share capital, general reserve fund and maintenance fund.
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PROFESSIONAL ADVISORS Auditors:
Bankers:
HLB Galanis & Co.
CIBC First Caribbean
Olde Towne
Sandyport Branch
Sandyport
P.O. Box N-8350 / N-7125
P. O. Box N-3205
Nassau, The Bahamas
Nassau, The Bahamas
Tel: (242) 327-8364 / 327-4957
Tel: (242) 327-0689
Fax: (242) 327-4955
Fax: (242) 327-0696
Account: 200-167527
Web: www.hlbgalanis.com
Web: www.cibcfirstcaribbeanbank.com Scotiabank
Legal Advisors:
Cable Beach
Kahlil D. Parker
P.O Box N-7518
Cedric L. Parker & Co.
Nassau, The Bahamas
Chambers
Tel: (242) 702-8100
No.9 Rusty Bethel Drive
Fax: (242) 327-5728
P.O. Box N-1953
Account: 70045-72613
Nassau, The Bahamas
Web: www.bahamas.scotiabank.com
Tel: (242) 322-4954/5 Fax: (242) 328-3706
Insurance Agents:
Email: kdp@parkerslaw.net
Tavares & Higgs Blake Road
Consulting Architects:
P. O. Box SP-64003
Alberto G. Suighi
Nassau, The Bahamas
Artech Bahamas Ltd.
Tel: (242) 327-8606
Lagoon Court
Fax: (242) 327-8607
Nassau, The Bahamas
Email: stavares@tavareshiggs.com
Tel: (242) 327-2335 Fax: (242) 327-2337 Web: www.artechbahamas.com
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