2019
ANNUAL REPORT FIRSTLIGHT FEDERAL CREDIT UNION… YOUR BETTER CREDIT UNION
Today we are the better credit union in El Paso and Las Cruces. Tomorrow we will be even better.
ANNUAL REPORT 2019
Senior Management Team Karl T. Murphy President/CEO Judy DeHaro Chief Lending Officer
Board of Directors
Margie Salazar Chief Financial Officer
Jaime Barceleau Board Chairman
Aaron Beldner Chief Information Officer
Carlos Guzman Board Vice Chairman
Jim Huff Chief Retail Officer
Sylvia Pacheco Duarte Treasurer
Grace Munoz Senior Vice President of Talent Management
Donald King Board Member Miguel Cheng-Guajardo Board Member Gilbert Tijerina Board Member Joshua Orozco Board Member
Rick Divina Vice President of Accounting Joe Arvizu Vice President of Administration
Scott Heck Vice President of Business Services William Kishton Vice President of Consumer Lending Andy Atkinson Vice President of Electronic Services Tim Morse Vice President of Information Technology Addy Reeves Vice President of Mortgages Carmen Sanchez Vice President of Retail Michael Mehring
Vice President of Risk Management
TABLE OF CONTENTS Today we are the better credit union in El Paso and Las Cruces. Tomorrow we will be even better.
Committee Chairman’s & President’s Report Karl T. Murphy. President/CEO
Supervisory Committee Chairman’s Report Dr. Lonny Wright Supervisory Committee Chairman
FirstLight Community Foundation Scholarship Opportunities Financial Literacy & Education
2019 Financials
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2019 Community Events Giving back to the communities we serve
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SUPERVISORY COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN’S REPORT The FirstLight Federal Credit Union Supervisory Committee oversees the protection of members’ funds and ensures policies and procedures safeguard assets. The Committee also oversees the accuracy of financial records, in accordance with laws and regulation. With fraud so prevalent during these trying times, there is a heightened awareness to be watchful and proactive to protect the welfare of the Credit Union, its members, employees, and officials. We encourage members to join in this effort by ensuring their account information is secure at all times and credit union staff is available to help you in that endeavor.
Your Supervisory Committee is composed of five volunteer members appointed by the Board of Directors. The Committee oversees the internal audit function which conducts internal audits and carries out its work in an independent manner, subject to the Credit Union By-Laws and the Internal Audit Charter. Our audit plan emphasizes testing internal controls and assuring compliance with applicable laws, rules, and accounting practices. We also oversee inquiries to address any issues raised by members and prepare reports, as appropriate. During the year, the Supervisory Committee engaged the accounting firm of CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP for the 12-month period ending June 30, 2019. All of the audits, reviews, and examinations conducted during the period conclude that your Credit Union remains financially sound, is well-managed, and operates in compliance with federal laws, regulations, and policies. It is the opinion of your Supervisory Committee that the Credit Union’s policies and procedures, as well as Management’s practices, are sound. Such opinion is based upon Supervisory Committee internal audits, the independent external audit, and the NCUA examination report.
The Supervisory Committee members are all volunteers and serve without compensation. Committee members are: Dr. Lonny Wright, Chairman Gilbert Andujo Billy Lewis Michael McQueen Jaime Medina Joshua Orozco
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I express my appreciation to the members of the Supervisory Committee who volunteer their time, bringing their broad skills and knowledge to the Committee. Also, my appreciation goes to the Internal Audit Department, Board of Directors, management, and staff for their continued cooperation and assistance.
Dr. Lonny Wright Supervisory Committee Chairman
COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN’S/ PRESIDENT’S REPORT At FirstLight, we take pride in improving for our members, and 2019 was not the exception. We strive to provide our members with the best experience, whether it is being welcomed with a warm greeting at one of our branches, answering their questions through Live Chat, or having one of our video tellers help find solutions for our members’ financial needs. In 2019, we were thrilled to provide our members with technologically enhanced products and services advancing the convenience of home banking. FirstLight debit and credit cards now have chip and contactless technology, so that you can easily tap to pay. Members and non-members can now conveniently open an account online as well as chat with us, so that we can provide answers in real-time in a quick and convenient way. Mortgage loan pre-approvals are now quickly processed online from anywhere that is convenient to our members, along with having a Mortgage Resource Center online to educate our members on the home buying process. As we enter into 2020, we have all been submerged into an unprecedented period of challenges. FirstLight has not skipped a beat in working to help our members during a difficult time by remaining available to address all your banking needs, while balancing the welfare of staff and the stability of the credit union itself. For members that have been impacted by business shutdowns, loss of work hours, layoffs or sickness our team is working hard with them to create plans that fit their needs. Payments for loans and credit cards
may be deferred and arrangements for Mortgage payments can be made. Business members are being provided with Small Business Administration (SBA) loans to help with their needs. Financial literacy continues to be important and we continue to provide online webinars and interactive videos on our website. As we get past these trying times, we will continue to focus on enhancing our digital products and services. FirstLight will be providing new Video Banking, for those members who cannot visit a branch because of work, illness or any other reason. Our Video Banking Representatives will help our members with account opening, applying for a loan, signing forms and many other services, directly from a mobile device or desktop. A new kids’ app called “Flight” will also launch this year, to help educate FirstLight kids and teens on the importance of money and how to save and budget. Furthermore, we will launch a rewards program to benefit you, our loyal members, for choosing to do business with FirstLight. As you can tell, we are focused on making your life more convenient. We thank you for the continued support in all that we do. As your financial institution of choice, we will continue doing what is best to ensure our members have a better banking experience at FirstLight. Today we are the better credit union in El Paso and Las Cruces. Tomorrow we will be even better. Best Regards,
Karl T. Murphy President/CEO
Jaime Barceleau Board Chairman
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FIRSTLIGHT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION The FirstLight Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation that was founded in 2015, when our Board of Directors and Management team at FirstLight wanted to do more for and give back to our underserved communities. Through strategic analysis, the decision was made to incorporate financial literacy and scholarships as a focus for our foundation, in order to help the youth and families achieve financial independence.
Scholarship Opportunities
Financial Literacy & Education:
Receiving a college education is an essential piece to help our youth in their quest to become resourceful and productive members of our community. As part of its central focus, the FirstLight Community Foundation offers a Scholarship Program that aims to provide college scholarship opportunities for graduating seniors.
The FirstLight Community Foundation believes that it has a social responsibility to play a vital role in the overall financial capability of the communities in which it serves. The reasons for focusing on Financial Literacy, and especially to underserved populations, include:
In 2019, the Community Foundation and FirstLight FCU, were able to award over $10,000 in scholarships via its joint Scholarship Program. These scholarships are given to deserving recipients that will be entering a university, community college or trade school all over the country. The highest scoring applicants excel in their academic performance, extracurricular activities, community involvement and overall represent a well-rounded student.
To incorporate social change in what we do. To find new ways to get vulnerable people access to capital. To be a part of the framework and the driving force behind our community financial literacy efforts. For information on how you can help, visit
For information on how you can help, visit FirstLightFCU.org/Community-Foundation.
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FirstLight Federal Credit Union
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FINANCIALS 2019
Consolidated Statement of Financial Condition As of December 31
2019
2018
73,896449.69 73,999,705.2 715,733.76 902,805,404.55 41,517,834 44,040,102
73,896449.69 73,999,705.2 715,733.76 902,805,404.55 41,517,834 44,040,102
Total Assets
1,136,975,229
1,095,722,958
Liabilities and Members' Equity Liabilities Members' share accounts Non member deposits Accrued interest payable Borrowed funds Accrued expenses and other liabilities
1,021,060,762 744,000 266,601.34
984,985,298 5,032,000 251,060
10,152,270
9,500,837
Total Liabilities
1,032,223,633
999,769,195
Members' Equity Regular reserve Unrealized G/L on investments Undivided earnings Total Members' Equity
5,996,719.99 29,088.67 98,725,786.94 104,751,595.6
5,996,720 -415743 90,372,785 95,953,762
Total Liabilities and Members' Equity
1,136,975,229
1,095,722,958
Cash and cash equivalents Investments Loans held-for-sale Loans to members, net of allowance for loan losses Premises and equipment, net of depreciation Other assets
This ďŹ nancial data presented in this Annual Report as of December 31, 2019 is unaudited, however, the CPA ďŹ rm of CliftonLarsonAllen conducted an audit at the credit union as of June 30, 2019.
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Consolidated Statement of Operations
2019
2018
Interest Income: Interest on loans to members Interest on investments and cash equivalents
46,598,755.19 4,277,059.23
46,598,755.19 4,277,059.23
Total Assets
1,136,975,229
1,095,722,958
8,769,610.1 1,142,202.66
7,305,116 2,164,520
9,911,812.76 40,964,001.66
9,469,636 39,799,078
6,738,927.84
8,393,049
34,225,073.82
31,406,029
Non-interest Income: Fees and charges Other operating/non-operating income
9311637.96 11051649.33
9311637.96 11051649.33
Total Non-Interest Income
20,363,287
19,560,323
Non-Interest Expense: Compensation and beneďŹ ts Other expense
24,515,574.3 21,719,615
22,858,219 20,912,328
Total Non-Interest Expense
46,235,189
43,770,547
8,353,003
7,195,805
As of December 31
Interest Expense: Dividends on Members' share accounts Interest on borrowed funds Total Interest Expense Total Assets Provision for Loan Losses Net interest income after provision for loan losses
Net Income
Regular Reserve
Undivided Earnings
Balance - December 31, 2018 Net Income Change in unrealized G/L on investments
5,996,721
899,57,041 8,353,003 444,831.35
95,953,762 8,353,003 444,831.35
Balance - December 31, 2019
5,996,721
98,754,875
104,751,596
Consolidated Statements of Members' Equity As of December 31
Total
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HIGHLIGHTS 2019
108,763
FirstLight Members
Accounts Opened Online
84,868
1,335
Contactless Debit Cards Issued – Tap to Pay
Members with a New Auto
4,718
FirstLight Business Members 7
242
1,335
Members with New Homes
COMMUNITY EVENTS 2019
For a list of events, visit FirstLightFCU.org/Community.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS 2019
We are committed to giving back to the communities we serve At FirstLight, we are committed to giving back to the communities we serve by supporting our local schools, and other non-profit organizations through educational programs, financial contributions, and sponsorship of many events.
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We proudly serve our communities at local events and participate in over 60 local non-profit organization boards. Our dedicated employees also share their expertise and knowledge to help educate our members on important financial decisions with financial seminars. Members also have access to online financial literacy programs that help teach our community about saving, buying a home, and everything in between.
Mailing Address P. O. Box 24901 El Paso, TX 79917-9001
Email: cumail@firstlightfcu.org
Member Contact center
Website
El Paso: (915) 561 - 1172 Las Cruces: (575) 526 - 4401 Mon - Fri: 8 am - 6 pm Sat: 9 am - 1 pm
Email:
24 Hour PAL Voice Response System
firstlightfcu.org cumail@firstlightfcu.org
Routing Number 312080941
1 (800) 362-9076
1 (800) 351-1670
Today we are the better credit union in El Paso and Las Cruces. Tomorrow we will be even better.
